Beppu

Highly recommended tour! It is not one of those rushed bus tours where you just breeze through; it actually leaves you with free time to explore on your own (about two hours of free time in Yufuin, though it is so rich in things to do that it is actually worth staying three to four hours. On the other hand, the Umi Jigoku [Sea Hell] was just ordinary, so I docked a few points for the itinerary arrangement). Our tour guide, Eiichi, was very professional and struck just the right balance with the pacing of the commentary. Whenever he noticed people were getting tired, he would pause appropriately, and whenever he saw everyone was interested, he would share a bit more background story. There happened to be a mobility-impaired member in our group, and aside from proactively helping to load and unload the wheelchair, he managed the timing and group gathering very well, so we never felt like we were waiting too long for settling in. The fried chicken, Mentaiko bread, and matcha soft-serve ice cream he recommended were truly delicious!

An absolutely wonderful tour! The first stop was Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine, with an 80-minute stay. It takes about half an hour to walk through the shrine grounds, where you can pray for good fortune or buy some lucky charms. The small street in front of the shrine has many great little shops; whether it's local snacks, souvenirs, the Sumikkogurashi specialty store, or the unique Starbucks, everything is very interesting and well worth spending some time exploring. Next was the Beppu Ropeway, with a 60-minute stop. The cable car ride up the mountain takes about 10 minutes, offering beautiful scenery along the way. It's a bit cooler at the top, so you should keep that in mind. When we went up, it happened to be foggy, so we couldn't see the view below, but walking along the mountain trails in the fog was still a lot of fun. We had nearly two hours in Yufuin. Starting from Lake Kinrin and slowly walking back, there are so many small shops to browse and shop at, as well as plenty of interesting snacks. Even though no lunch time was scheduled, eating and browsing our way through Yufuin turned out to be a fantastic experience. On the way back, we rode the Yufuin no Mori train. Although you can't see much of the scenery at night, it gives you more leisure time, and the seats on the train are more spacious, making it easy to use the restroom and much more comfortable to rest. It's a great choice.

💕 This trip to Kyushu really left us with so many wonderful memories! 🇯🇵✨ Special thanks to our tour guide for taking such careful care of us and leading us with such enthusiasm all along the way. You allowed us to happily explore Yufuin, enjoy the beautiful streetscapes, and create many unforgettable and adorable memories at the Kyushu Safari Park 🐻🦒🌿 Thank you for all the explanations, thoughtful reminders, and endless patience throughout the journey. You made the trip so much more than just sightseeing—it was filled with joy and warmth ❤️ The happiest part of any journey is meeting a dedicated and kind tour guide! 🥰 Thank you for all your hard work, and thank you for making our Kyushu trip so fulfilling and wonderful. We look forward to the chance to travel together again next time! 🫶🏻💗

We spotted tour guide Nana's flag first thing in the morning. She was sweet and extremely dedicated, and she didn't waste any time talking when it was time for us to rest and catch up on sleep! Her Mandarin and English were both fluent, so there were zero communication barriers. Since I easily get motion sick, I had added a note requesting a front-seat before joining the tour, and they saved a seat for me. The scenery along the entire way was truly gorgeous, and everywhere we went had a wonderful, comfortable energy. Because we joined the Takachiho Gorge boating activity, our schedule required precise timing. As soon as we arrived at Takachiho Gorge, Nana gave instructions on the meeting time and place for those not boating, and then rushed forward with the nine of us who were participating in the boating activity! It turns out that boating time is limited, and failing to return within the designated time results in extra fees charged by the boat rental shop! The boats are not the easiest to steer, but it is a lot of fun. I highly recommend trying it out if you aren't traveling with very young children or elderly family members—since you're already there, you might as well! I highly recommend this tour and am very grateful to our guide, Nana, for giving us such a wonderful day! By the way, the mango shaved ice has very poor value for the money, so skip it! The soft-serve ice cream should be worth a try, though!

Nosso passeio de um dia para Dazaifu, Yufuin, Kamado Jigoku e Umi Jigoku foi um dos pontos altos de nossa viagem ao Japão. O itinerário foi bem planejado, nos dando tempo suficiente para explorar, tirar fotos, fazer compras e realmente aproveitar cada parada. Um agradecimento especial à nossa guia turística, Vivian, por tornar a experiência ainda mais memorável. Ela compartilhou histórias interessantes e fatos históricos sobre cada lugar que visitamos, o que nos fez apreciar cada destino em um nível mais profundo. Suas instruções foram sempre claras, e ela gerenciou o cronograma de forma eficiente, garantindo que tivéssemos tempo livre suficiente enquanto mantinha o passeio funcionando sem problemas. Vivian também se esforçou para recomendar especialidades locais e comidas imperdíveis, nos ajudando a aproveitar ao máximo nossa visita. Sua simpatia, profissionalismo e cuidado genuíno com todos no grupo tornaram a viagem inteira agradável e sem estresse. Altamente recomendado para quem visita Fukuoka e Beppu. Se você tiver a Vivian como sua guia, estará em excelentes mãos!

Fico feliz que a guia turística designada para a nossa viagem tenha sido a Daisy. Ela foi a mesma guia que tivemos no ano passado na nossa excursão ao Monte Aso. Como antes, ela foi muito simpática, perspicaz e prestativa. Ela forneceu informações relevantes e demonstrou preocupação com os participantes da excursão. Tivemos tempo suficiente para explorar Beppu.

I really enjoyed the tour today! 🥰 It was such a meaningful experience, especially since I almost missed it! A huge shoutout to our amazing guide, Aida, for coming back to pick me up and giving me a few extra minutes. 🥹❤️ If you’re taking this tour, make sure you’re on time! Yufuin Village was absolutely beautiful and had so many shops and things to explore, especially along the alley leading to Yufuin Station. My eyes were literally “drooling” from all the beautiful things I saw! 😍✨ Thank you, Aida, for making the experience even more special! 💕

I really enjoyed Xiao Liu-san's professional tour guiding! The tour guide's warm voice provided additional travel knowledge on the bus, making the day trip easy and enjoyable! Highly recommend Xiao Liu-san's day tour! I really enjoyed Xiao Liu-san's professional tour guiding! Xiao Liu-san was very friendly, and his warm voice provided additional travel knowledge and various thoughtful reminders on the bus, making the day trip easy, enriching, and enjoyable! Highly recommend Xiao Liu-san's day tour!

Our tour guide JK is very knowledgeable of Kyushu region and give lots of insights. He is well organized and very good speaking in English. the timing for each spots are just about right. We really enjoyed this tour. A big thank you again to JK.