Kumamoto Prefecture

We used the Kyushu Rail Pass North, and it was incredibly convenient and worth every yen. The trains were comfortable and easy to navigate, making travel between cities smooth and stress-free. It’s definitely a great value for anyone exploring northern Kyushu. Our only regret is that we weren’t able to visit all the prefectures and cities included in the pass—there’s just so much to see! But that only gives us a reason to come back and make the most of it next time.

Easy booking through Klook. Super easy redemption at the airport. Seat reservation: No problem at the machine. But not always necessary, sometimes we just rode in the unreserved car. Staff always very friendly. We used it in Kyoto, Osaka, Nara and Hiroshima. Everything worked out great.

The 2-day Kyushu SunQ Pass is a great value, allowing you to ride buses throughout northern Kyushu. Activate it by entering your email address; you'll receive a password via email. Use this password to unlock the code, which starts the activation. You can then use it to reserve buses to other cities.

Mobile JR pass is very convenient to use. Just show the phone to the train officer. no more paper pass. however sometimes the officer at the gate is busy. may need to wait in line for a while. The price for 2 days ¥3500 is a good deal. Highly recommend

This is a necessary ticket for city tours. The money can be paid for after the fourth ride. Moreover, the railway and tram can take you to various famous Kumamoto attractions. It is worth recommending. If I go to Kumamoto again, I will definitely buy this ticket.

Convenient and the driver is very accommodating. No issues with safety

Recently, my family and I participated in a Fukuoka tour led by Daisy, and I was very satisfied with the overall experience. As our guide, Daisy demonstrated her passion and gentleness, especially her careful explanations, which gave us a deeper understanding of the stories behind the various attractions. She even created a detailed PDF for us, allowing us to better understand the history and culture of each attraction during our visit. During this trip, Daisy also recommended some very delicious restaurants in Fukuoka. I personally liked these places very much and would arrange time to go. The itinerary was smooth, maximizing time at each attraction, not wasting a single minute, and the car was very comfortable, making the whole journey feel not tiring. Everywhere we went, the scenery was dreamlike, as if we had entered a fairyland. I deeply felt the beauty of nature in the embrace of nature, which is very suitable for families or couples to come and enjoy together. Although there are many steps at Takachiho Farm, many seniors participated today, and they walked easily, which is enough to prove the rationality of the trip. If children can walk on their own, bringing them to play would be a good choice. Overall, I really enjoyed this trip and highly recommend it to everyone! This is not only a visual feast, but also a spiritual journey.

This was a wonderful day trip and we enjoyed it immensely. Our guide San San was great—funny, personable, and helpful. Mt. Aso and the gorge were amazing, the open-air train ride was great fun with amazing views, and overall, it was a fantastic day. One word of advice: prepare for all seasons on this trip! The gorge can be quite warm on a sunny day, especially on the hike back up. Likewise, the volcano is windy and freezing cold at the top—take a warm jacket! I would also suggest taking a face mask up there as there is some sulphur gas you will smell. This is not an area you could easily visit on your own; it would be difficult to arrange even with a car. The tour guide took care of everything, showing us where to go while allowing enough time to enjoy each area. We would highly recommend this tour. it’s an awesome place!

Whether you're planning a one-day tour of Kyushu or a trip to Kurokawa Onsen, booking this tour is very cost-effective and convenient. The journey to Kurokawa itself is expensive and transportation is not very convenient. Our tour guide, Alex, was super helpful and solved many problems for everyone along the way. He also prepared some detailed PDF introductions to share. He provided explanations in both Chinese and English throughout the trip, so there's absolutely no need to worry. For those traveling to Kurokawa Onsen, he proactively helped arrange hotel pick-up and drop-off. Because we had booked a bus from Kurokawa to Kumamoto in the afternoon, he kept track of our movements and worried that we might miss the bus (since there are only three buses a day). He even waited with us in Kurokawa for a while. Unfortunately, we couldn't see Mount Aso's crater that day, but Alex specially arranged for us to visit a lesser-known scenic spot with hundreds of uniquely shaped topiaries, which was super interesting, and we even saw deer. The biggest reason for booking this tour was to visit Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine to check off the Natsume's Book of Friends location, and I was very satisfied (although it was a bit crowded). The light and shadow were absolutely stunning. The maple leaves at Kurokawa Onsen were truly healing, but there were quite a few bugs. The whole day's itinerary was perfect, just a little rushed, but that's unavoidable considering the long distances.