• Fukuoka - 8:00 Your hotel or HAKATA Station, HAKATA Port in Fukuoka city

Upon arrival at the airport, a driver holding a name board will greet you at the arrival gate and escort you to the bus parking area. If possible, please provide your [arrival flight number] in advance.

*Typically, cherry blossoms in Kyushu reach full bloom in early April. Please be aware that the cherry blossoms bloom for two weeks and then quickly fall. This fleeting beauty is part of the Japanese cultural concept of “wabi-sabi.”

• Kitakumamoto Service Area Outbound - 9:30-9:45 Kyushu Highway KITA-KUMAMOTO Service Area, Kumamoto

*The journey to Kyushu’s most popular cherry blossom viewing spot from Fukuoka City takes nearly three hours, even via the expressway, so we’ll take a break along the way.

• Isshingyo Park - 11:00-12:00 Isshingyo Sakura Tree, 3226-1 Nakamatsu, Minamiaso, Aso District, Kumamoto

“Greatest Cherry Blossoms at Aso (No.1 Cherry Blossoms spot in Kyushu)”

The contrast between the rape field and the cherry blossoms is stunning! This tree is over 400 years old, stands 14m tall, with branches extending 21.3m east-west and 26m north-south, and a trunk circumference of 7.35m. It features pale pink flowers. The cherry blossoms are surrounded by rape blossom fields, and their blooming period coincides, allowing you to enjoy both simultaneously.

• Komezuka - 12:15 “*from window Komezuka, Otohime, Aso, Kumamoto

Please take a photo!

• New Kusasenri - 12:30-14:00 New Kusasenri, 2391-15 Nagakusa, Aso, Kumamoto

*Lunch will be at the “New Kusenri” restaurant on Mt. Aso.

You can also enjoy horseback riding in the grassland in front of you for an additional fee. Other activities can be booked independently.

*Depending on the eruption situation, access to the crater of Mt. Aso may be restricted.

• Mt. Aso Nakadake Crater - 14:15-14:45 *eruption status Mt. Aso Nakadake Crater, Kurokawa, Aso, Kumamoto

Mt. Aso is an active volcano and part of a national park. If the volcano is not erupting, our bus can take you to the crater. There are also optional activities nearby.

No need to navigate public transportation. Our private bus, with extensive local knowledge, will help you save time and visit numerous locations.

Mount Aso is the heart of Kyushu, situated in the center of Kyushu, the western island nation of Japan. The volcano remains active and is a popular destination in Kyushu from spring to autumn, known for relieving daily stress. Accessible from Fukuoka city, it is ideal for outdoor groups as well.

*Depending on the eruption situation, access to the crater of Mt. Aso may be restricted. In such cases, enjoy your free time at Kusasenri.

• Kumamoto Castle - 16:00-17:00 KUMAMOTO Castle, Chuo ward, Kumamoto

*The castle itself is free to enter, with paid rooms in Kumamoto Castle: ¥800 per adult (≒$5)

“The Splendid and Stormy 400-Year History of Kumamoto Castle”

The iconic Kumamoto Castle we see today was completed in 1607 by Kato Kiyomasa, the first daimyo (feudal lord) of the castle, with great effort and the latest technology. Since then, Kumamoto Castle has been the backdrop for the stories of numerous significant heroes over 400 years of Japan’s history. The Hosokawa clan, swordmaster Miyamoto Musashi, and Imperial Army commander Tani Tateki are just some of the heroes who have left their mark on the castle’s dramatic history. Relax and enjoy a journey through time, exploring Kumamoto Castle’s rich history.

• Fukuoka Castle Cherry Blossom Matsuri - 19:00 *Night SAKURA Maizuru Park, 1-4 Jonai, Chuo Ward, Fukuoka

Fukuoka Castle, a Japanese castle from the Edo period, was built in Fukuoka after Fukusaki, Kego-mura, Naka-gun, Chikuzen. Also known as Maizuru Castle and Ishijo, it is designated as a national historic site. Currently, the castle ruins are part of Maizuru Park and Ohori Park.

*It takes about 10 minutes by subway from Maizuru Park to Tenjin or Hakata Station.

• 7m length Minibus (21 + 6 seats, no trunk)
• English speaking guide
• Toll and parking fees

• *The castle itself is free to enter, paid rooms in Kumamoto Castle: ¥800 per adult (≒$5)
• meal and drink

‘EXPLORE THE WEST WHILE IN THE EAST’ As you journey to or from Fukuoka, Japan, our privately chartered transport service will assist you.

‘Sakura’ holds a significant place in the heart of Japan. Every spring, locals congregate under these cherry blossom trees, transforming this phase of bloom into a festive gathering.

This ceremonial observance seizes the initiation of the New Year for Japan, as April marks the beginning of the Japanese calendar.

Why not immerse yourself in this fascinating part of Japanese tradition?

The tour is an ideal opportunity if you’re planning to enjoy cherry blossoms in Fukuoka with a group (maximum of 20 members). Our service promises you a comfortable journey through the tour. Avoid the hassle of studying local transit maps, as our expert knowledge of the area, combined with our private transport, will ensure an efficient journey encompassing a multitude of sites.

*Masks are no longer a compulsory measure in Japan, hence, the choice remains with you.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.