The hot spring eggs and pudding I tasted amidst the steamy hot spring vapors of Yufuin Umijigoku were so delicious that they made me forget the hot weather, and the dreamlike cobalt blue Kamado Jigoku also left a deeper impression than I expected.
Next, the Kyushu Natural Zoological Park (African Safari) lived up to its reputation as Japan's largest, offering a special experience of encountering the most diverse and numerous wild animals I've ever seen, from lions, tigers, elephants, and giraffes to kangaroos, meerkats, and squirrel monkeys. Riding the tour bus along the safari road, I was able to observe the vivid appearance of the animals up close, which was truly amazing.
Afterward, I enjoyed the picturesque scenery of Lake Kinrin-ko, followed by an excellent meal at a soba restaurant highly recommended by our guide, which perfectly complemented the profound landscape. Strolling through the shopping street near the lake, tasting the famous gold medal croquettes and honey ice cream, and exploring the charming streets also added a small pleasure.
The highlight of this trip was undoubtedly meeting Guide Lee Hyang-yong, who is fluent in both Chinese and Korean. Thanks to her excellent professionalism and passionate guidance, we enjoyed a perfect and fulfilling journey without a single flaw. Moreover, she also possessed a keen sense for photography, allowing us the good fortune of capturing many precious "life shots" with my friends that we will cherish forever.
I extend my deepest gratitude to Guide Lee Hyang-yong, who meticulously took care of the beginning and end of our trip with thoughtful and kind consideration, including detailed dinner recommendations in Fukuoka until the very end of the tour.
Thanks to the unforgettable memories experienced this time, I will not hesitate to choose GOGODAY TRAVEL for my next trip, and I strongly recommend a journey with Guide Lee Hyang-yong to anyone considering a Kyushu tour.