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Miyagi prefecture

Miyagi is located on the Pacific side in the Tohoku Region on Honshu Island. On the east side, the Sanriku Coast is a beautiful shoreline with cliffs and coves. On the north, Naruko is a famous area of Onsen (hot springs) and Koyo (autumnal leaf) viewing. The capital city Sendai is the largest city in the region which has often called as the “City of Trees”, a place of great natural beauty. Many of the tourist attractions in the city, such as the Sendai / Aoba Castle, are related to Date Masamune, one of the most powerful Daimyo (feudal lord) who reigned over the district in 17th century. About half an hour outside of Sendai, Matsushima is famous for its beautiful bay, which is one of the “Three most scenic views of Japan”. The bay is dotted by 260 small islands covered by pine trees.

For more information:
Miyagi Tourism Federation website (English, Korean, Cantonese, Mandarin)
http://www.miyagi-kankou.or.jp/tourist_infomation/en/

Transportation to Sendai

Air

Approx. 1hr. from Narita Airport (Tokyo).

Sendai Airport: http://www.sendai-airport.co.jp/ (Japanese only)
Domestic: Regular flight from/to Narita, Osaka and other domestic airports.
International: Regular flight from/to Asia, Guam, Honolulu airports.

Rail

Approx. 1hr.35min. by Tohoku Shinkansen from Tokyo Station.

Sendai Station: JR-EAST (East Japan Railway Company) Tohoku Shinkansen (the super express / bullet train), Tohokuhonsen, Senzansen, Sensekisen
*Contact JR-EAST for the fares and train schedules: http://www.jreast.co.jp/e/ (English, Korean, Cantonese, Mandarin)

Transportation from Sendai Airport to Sendai central area

Approx. 25min. from Sendai Airport to Sendai Station by Sendai Airport Line.

See the following website for details:
Sendai Tourism website (English, Korean, Cantonese, Mandarin, Thai)
http://www.sentabi.jp/en/access/train.html

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Tourist attraction

Marine Gate Shiogama

Marine Gate Shiogama

Matsushima is famous for its beautiful bay, which is one of the “Three most scenic views of Japan”. The bay is dotted by 260 small islands covered by pine trees. To enjoy the closer view of the unique islands, the pleasure cruise from Marine Gate Shiogama is recommended.

Transportation

Approx. 10min. walk from JR Honshiogama Station
Approx. 8min. by taxi from JR Shiogama Station

Address

1-4-1 Minatomachi, Shiogama-city, Miyagi-pref. 985-0016

WEB

Marine Gate Shiogama website (Japanese only)
http://shiogama.co.jp/marinegate/

Shiogama tourism and industry association website (English, Korean, Cantonese, Mandarin)
http://kankoubussan.shiogama.miyagi.jp/english/marinegate/index.html

Accessibility information

Handicap parking space Available Rental wheelchair Available
Handicap parking space in Marine Gate Shiogama Charge
¥100 / 1hr.
Rental wheelchair in Marine Gate Shiogama No charge
(free)
Elevator Available Wheelchair-accessible bathroom Available
Elevator in Marine Gate Shiogama W160cm
D150cm
Wheelchair-accessible bathroom in Marine Gate Shiogama  

The ruins of Sendai / Aoba Castle

The ruins of Sendai / Aoba Castle

Sendai / Aoba Castle was built in 1601, on the top of Mt. Aoba by Date Masamune, one of the most powerful Daimyo (feudal lord) who reigned over the district in 17th century. The castle lost most of its structure due to a big fire in 1882, and was completely destroyed by bomb during WWII. On the site of the ruins, the original stone walls of the castle and the statue of Date Masamune can be seen.

Transportation

Approx. 20min. by bus from JR Sendai Station
Approx. 8min. by taxi from JR Shiogama Station

Address

Aobajoshi, Tenshudai, Aoba-ku, Sendai-city, Miyagi-pref. 980-0862

WEB

Aoba Castle website (Japanese only)
http://honmarukaikan.com/top.htm

Sendai Tourism website (English, Korean, Cantonese, Mandarin, Thai) http://www.sentabi.jp/en/tourist/sendaijouato.html

Accessibility information

Handicap parking space Not available Rental wheelchair Available
Handicap parking space in the ruins of Sendai / Aoba Castle Charge:
AM8:00~PM18:00
¥400 / 1hr.
No charge:
PM19:00~AM7:00
Rental wheelchair in the ruins of Sendai / Aoba Castle No charge
(free)
Elevator Not available Wheelchair-accessible bathroom Available
Unnecessary   Wheelchair-accessible  bathroom in the ruins of Sendai / Aoba Castle  

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Address

Daiichi Nihon Office bldg. 5F, 1-1-8 Honcho, Aoba-ku, Sendai-city, Miyagi-pref. 980-0014

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Ishikawa prefecture

Ishikawa is located on the Japan Sea side in the Hokuriku Region on Honshu Island. It consists of two districts; the narrow Noto Peninsula on the north, while the southern part Kaga area is wider with mountains. The traditional Japanese culture is still very much alive in Ishikawa, the Kutani-yaki (ceramic ware), the Kaga-yuzen (silk), the Kanazawa-haku (gold leaf), etc., their origin dates back to the Edo period. Kenrokuen, one of Japanese “Three most beautiful landscape gardens”, is in the capital city Kanazawa. It features a variety of flowering trees which provide the garden with a different look for each season.

For more information;
Ishikawa Prefecture Tourism League website (English, French, Deutsch, Thai, Korean, Cantonese, Mandarin, Indonesia)
http://www.hot-ishikawa.jp/english/index.html

Transportation to Ishikawa

Air

Approx. 1hr. 10min. from Haneda Airport (Tokyo)

Komatsu Airport: http://www.komatsuairport.jp/ (English, Korean, Cantonese, Mandarin)
Domestic: Regular flight from/to Narita, Haneda, and other domestic airports.
International: Regular flight from/to Asian airports.

Noto Satoyama Airport: http://www.noto-airport.jp/notosypher/www/index.jsp (Japanese only)
Regular flight from/to Haneda airport.

Rail

Approx. 2hr.30min. by Hokuriku Shinkansen from Tokyo Station.

Kanazawa Station:

  • JR-WEST (West Japan Railway Company)
    Hokuriku Shinkansen (the super express / bullet train), Hokurikuhonsen.
    *Contact JR-WEST for the fares and train schedules; https://www.westjr.co.jp/global/en/ (English, Korean, Cantonese, mandarin)
  • Hokuriku Tetsudo
    *Contact Hokuriku Tetsudo for the fares and train schedules; http://www.hokutetsu.co.jp/en (English, Korean, Cantonese, mandarin)
  • IR Ishikawa Tetsudo
    *Contact IR Ishikawa Tetsudo for the fares and train schedules;
    http://www.ishikawa-railway.jp/ (Japanese only)

Transportation from Komatsu/Noto Satoyama Airport to Kanazawa central area

Approx. 60min. from Komatsu Airport to Kanazawa Station by bus.
See the following Website for details;
Komatsu Airport: http://www.komatsuairport.jp/access/bus_kanazawa_en.html(English, Korean, Cantonese, Mandarin)
Noto Satoyama Airport: http://www.noto-airport.jp/notosypher/www/access/ (Japanese only)

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Tourist attraction

Kenrokuen

Kenrokuen
Picture provided by Kanazawa City

Kenrokuen, one of Japanese “Three most beautiful landscape gardens”, features a variety of flowering trees which provide the garden with a different look for each season. There are “Chaya” (Japanese tea houses) in the garden where visitors can enjoy the Japanese tea with traditional Japanese sweets while looking at the scenery.

Transportation

Car

Approx. 30min. from Kanazawa-nishi / Kanazawa-higashi IC, Hokuriku Expressway
Approx. 20min. from Kanazawa-Morimoto IC, Hokuriku Expressway

Rail

Approx. 10min. by taxi from JR Kanazawa Station
*Shuttle bus available from JR Kanazawa Station

Address

1 Kenrokumachi, Kanazawa-city, Ishikawa-pref. 920-0936

WEB

Kenrokuen website (English, Korean, Cantonese, Mandarin)
http://www.pref.ishikawa.jp/siro-niwa/english/top.html

Accessibility information

Handicap parking space Available Rental wheelchair Available
  No charge
(free)
  No charge
(free)
Elevator - Wheelchair-accessible bathroom Available
Unnecessary      

21stCentury Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa

21stCentury Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa

21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa exhibits woks of contemporary artists from all over the world. The entire museum is designed accessible for the visitors with disabilities.

Transportation

Approx. 10min. from JR Kanazawa Station

Address

1-2-1 Hirosaka, Kanazawa-city, Ishikawa-pref. 920-0962

WEB

21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa website (English, French, Korean, Cantonese, Mandarin)
https://www.kanazawa21.jp/en/

Accessibility information

Handicap parking space Available Rental wheelchair Available
Handicap parking space in 21stCentury Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa Charge:
¥150 / 30min.
(Charge free for first 30min.)
Rental wheelchair in 21stCentury Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa No charge
(free)
Elevator Available Wheelchair-accessible bathroom Available
Elevator in 21stCentury Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa   Wheelchair-accessible bathroom in 21stCentury Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa Door width
88cm

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Address

1-75 Segi, Kanazawa-city, Ishikawa-pref. 920-0002

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Shizuoka prefecture (Izu area)

Izu City is located in central Izu Peninsula in Shizuoka Prefecture, which is located on the Pacific side in the Chubu / Tokai Region on Honshu Island.The highest mountain in Japan, Mt. Fuji lies only 50km to the north and can be viewed from the western coast of Izu. It is famous Onsen (hot springs) resort area with beautiful coastlines and excellent seafoods. Shizuoka prefecture is also well known for the production of super-premium Sake “Ginjo” (Japanese rice wine). High quality Sake and various Sashimi would be a gourmet’s delight.

For more information;
Izu City Tourist Association website (English, Korean, Cantonese)
http://www.izushi.info/english/index.html

Transportation to Izu

Rail

Approx. 1hr.50min. from Tokyo Station.

Shuzenji Station: Izu-Hakone Tetsudo
*Contact Izu-Hakone Tetsudo for the fares and train schedules; http://www.izuhakone.co.jp/ (Japanese only)

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Tourist attraction

Izunokuni Panorama Park

Izunokuni Panorama Park

It takes approx. 7min. by ropeway gondola to Izunokuni Panorama Park on top of the Mt.Katsuragi. Enjoy spectacular views of Suruga Bay and Mt. Fuji on sunny day. The gondola is wheelchair accessible.

Transportation

Car

Approx. 20min. from Numazu / Nagaizumi-Numazu IC, Tomei / Shin-Tomei Expressway

Rail

Approx. 15min. by bus from Izu-Nagaoka Station

Address

1260-1 Nagaoka, Izunokuni-city, Shizuoka-pref. 410-2211

WEB

Izunokuni Panorama Park website (Japanese only)
http://www.panoramapark.co.jp/index.php

Eastern part of Shizuoka Prefecture Convensiton Bureau website(English, Korean, Cantonese)
http://www.shizutou-cb.jp/english/areaguide/town/izunokuni.html

Accessibility information

Handicap parking space Available Rental wheelchair Available
Handicap parking space in Izunokuni Panorama Park No charge
  No charge
Elevator Available Wheelchair-accessible bathroom Available
Elevator in Izunokuni Panorama Park Door width
90cm
Wheelchair-accessible bathroom in Izunokuni Panorama Park Door width
89cm

Sluice gate“Byuo”

Sluice gate“Byuo”

Byuo was built to protect a part of Numazu City from Tsunami. With its tremendous 40m width, 9.3m height shutter, it is one of the largest water gate in Japan. It has an observatory of 360° which can be reached by the elevators on both gatepost.

Transportation

Approx. 10min. by Izu-Hakone Bus from JR Numazu Station

Address

95-2 Senbonminatomachi, Numazu-city, Shizuoka-pref. 410-0845

WEB

Accessibility information

Handicap parking space Available Rental wheelchair Available
  No charge Rental wheelchair in Sluice gate?gByuo?h No charge
Elevator Available Wheelchair-accessible bathroom Available
Elevator in Sluice gate?gByuo?h   Wheelchair-accessible bathroom in Sluice gate?gByuo?h Door width
88cm

Izu Animal Kingdom

Izu Animal Kingdom

Animal Kingdom has two separated areas, the Zoo (animal zone) and the Amusement Park (play zone). In the Zoo area, a large variety of animals are exhibited and the visitors can touch and experience in many up-close opportunities. The ferris wheel in Play zone is a good place to enjoy viewing Izu Coast and mountains.

Transportation

Car

Approx. 2hr.40min. from Atsugi IC, Tomei Expressway

Rail

Approx. 10min. by bus from Izu-Inatori Station

Address

3344 Inatori, Higashi-Izucho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka-pref. 413-0411

WEB

Izu Animal Kingdom website (Japanese only)
http://www.izu-kamori.jp/izu-biopark/

Shizuoka Prefectural Tourist Association website (English, Korean, Cantonese, Mandarin)
http://www.shizuoka-guide.com/foreign_search/detail/1/5916

Accessibility information

Handicap parking space Available Rental wheelchair Available
Handicap parking space in Izu Animal Kingdom Charge:
¥500 / day
  No charge
(free)
Elevator Available Wheelchair-accessible bathroom Available
Elevator in Izu Animal Kingdom W160cm
D145cm
Wheelchair-accessible bathroom in Izu Animal Kingdom Door width
80cm

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Address

456-19 Oohito, Izunokuni-city, Shizuoka-pref. 410-2323

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Hiroshima prefecture

Hiroshima is located along the Seto Inland Sea in the Chugoku Region on Honshu Island. It is blessed by nature, graced with both the Seto Inland Sea as well as the Chugoku Mountain Range. The capital city Hiroshima is the principal city of the region, and widely known as the place attacked by nuclear bomb. The Atomic Bomb Dome (Hiroshima Peace Memorial) is a building which has been accurately preserved since the aftermath of the explosion. About an hour outside of Hiroshima, Miyajima is designated as a UNESCO world heritage site. It is famous for its giant Torii gate, which seems to float on the water at high tide.

For more information;
Hiroshima prefecture website (English, French, Korean, Cantonese, Mandarin)
http://visithiroshima.net/

Transportation to Hiroshima

Air

Approx. 1hr. 30min. from Haneda Airport (Tokyo).

Hiroshima Airport: http://www.hij.airport.jp/flight/flight_dd.html (English, Korean, Cantonese, Mandarin)
Domestic: Regular flight from/to Narita, Haneda, and other domestic airports.
International: Regular flight from/to Asia, Guam airports.

Rail

Approx. 4hr. by Sanyo Shinkansen from Tokyo Station.

Hiroshima Station:

  • JR-WEST (West Japan Railway Company): Sanyo Shinkansen (the superexpress/ bullet train), Geibisen, Sanyohonsen
    *Contact JR-WEST for the fares and train schedules; https://www.westjr.co.jp/global/en/ (English, Korean, Cantonese, Mandarin)
  • Hiroshima Electric Railway: Line NO.1,2,5,6
    *Contact Hiroshima Electric Railway for the fares and train schedules; http://www.hiroden.co.jp/en/index.html (English)

Transportation from Hiroshima Airport to Hiroshima central area

Approx. 45min. from Hiroshima Airport to Hiroshima Station by bus.
See the following Website for details;
Hiroshima Airport website (English, Korean, Cantonese, Mandarin)
http://www.hij.airport.jp/timetable/access/timetable.pl?mode=en

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Tourist attraction

Itsukushima Shrine (Miyajima)

Itsukushima Shrine (Miyajima)

Itsukushima Shrine is in Miyajima, a small island outside of Hiroshima. Miyajima is known for the “Three most scenic views of Japan”. Itsukusima Shrine is known worldwide for its giant floating Torii gate. The shrine and the giant torii are unique for being built over water, seems to be floating on the water during high tide.

Transportation

Car

Approx. 10min. to ferry terminal from Hatsukaichi / Oono IC, Hiroshima-Iwakuni Expressway

Rail

Approx. 5min. walk to ferry terminal from JR Miyajima Station
Approx. 1min. walk to ferry terminal from Hiroshima Electric Railway Miyajima Station

Ferry

Approx. 22min. from Hiroshima Port
Approx. 50min. from Hiroshima Peace Park
Approx. 25min. from Oono Ferry Pier
Approx. 25min. from Marinahop

Address

1-1 Miyajimacho, Hatsukaichi-city, Hiroshima-pref. 739-0588

WEB

Hiroshima Prefecture website (English, French, Deutsch, Korean, Cantonese, Mandarin)
http://visit-miyajima-japan.com/en/

Accessibility information

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Atomic Bomb Dome (Hiroshima Peace Memorial)

Atomic Bomb Dome (Hiroshima Peace Memorial)

Atomic Bomb Dome is a UNESCO world heritage site in Hiroshima, which is a symbol of peace, known as the “Hiroshima Peace Memorial”. The building had been used as the Prefectural Industrial Promotion Hall, was one of the few buildings to remain standing after the atomic bomb explosion. Every year on August 6th, a ceremony is held at the Hirosima Piece Memorial Park, a moment of silence for the victims is observed at 8:15, the time of the explosion.

Transportation

Hiroshima Electric Railway: Line NO.1,2,5,6 The Atomic Bomb Dome Station

Address

1-10 Otemachi, Naka-ku, Hiroshima-city, Hiroshima-pref. 730-0051

WEB

Atomic Bomb Dome website (English, Korean, Cantonese, Mandarin)
http://www.city.hiroshima.lg.jp/www/dome/index.html

Accessibility information

Handicap parking space

Available

Rental wheelchair -
       
Elevator

-

Wheelchair-accessible bathroom Available
       

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Address

Hiroshima Marinahop, 4-14-35 Kanon-shinmachi, Nishi-ku, Hiroshima-city, Hiroshima-pref. 733-0036

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Address

Kure-eki nishikyodo bldg. 8F, Takaramachi, Kure-city, Hiroshima-pref. 737-0029

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Ehime prefecture

Ehime is located along the Seto Inland Sea in the northwest side of Shikoku Island. Seto Inland Sea has given a great impact on the development of Ehime as the main maritime route. The Inland Sea is also famous for the distinguished beauty of many dotted islands on the water. The surrounding area was designated as a national park (Setonaikai National Park) for the first time in Japan. The Cape Sada at the end of the Sadamisaki Peninsula in Setonaikai National Park points to Saganoseki Peninsula in Kyushu. Matsuyama, the capital city is best known for its castle and Dogo Onsen, theoldest hotsprings in Japan.

For more information;
Ehime Prefectural Government website (English, Korean, Cantonese, Mandarin)
http://iyokannet.jp/english/index.htm

Transportation to Matsuyama

Air

Approx. 1hr. 25min. from Haneda Airport (Tokyo).

Matsuyama Airport: http://www.matsuyama-airport.co.jp/flight/
(English, Korean, Cantonese, Mandarin)
Domestic: Regular flight from/to Narita, Haneda, and other domestic airports.

Rail

Approx. 3hr. 30min. from Osaka Station.

Matsuyama Station
JR-Shikoku (Shikoku Railway Company)
Yosansen, Yosan-Uchikosen
*Contact JR-Shikoku for the fares and train schedules; http://www.jr-shikoku.co.jp/global/en/ (English, Korean, Cantonese, Mandarin)
Matsuyama city Station
Iyotetsu: Yokogawarasen, Gunchusen,
Takahamasen, Shinaisen route No.1, 2, 3
*Contact Iyotetsu for the fares and train schedules; http://www.iyotetsu.co.jp/bus/global/en/ (English, Korean, Cantonese, Mandarin)

Transportation from Matsuyama Airport to Matsuyama central area

Approx. 15min. from Matsuyama Airport to Matsuyama Station by bus.
See the following Website for details: Ehime Prefectural Government website (English, Korean, Cantonese, Mandarin)
http://iyokannet.jp/english/staying/index.html

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Tourist attraction

Minetopia Bessi (Bessi Copper Mine)

Minetopia Bessi (Bessi Copper Mine)

The Bessi Copper Mine is one of the “Three largest copper mines” in Japan. It was discovered in 1693 and had been operating until 1973. The Sumitomo Company managed the mine for the 280 years and produced approximately 700,000 tons of copper, had contributed to Japan’s trade and modernization. The Minetopia Bessi is a theme park uses some of the mine’s facilities; a tour to the tunnel for experiencing a mining life, a Sakin (tiny gold tip) picking, and other amusements are available.

Transportation

Car

Approx. 15min. from Niihama IC, Matsuyama Expressway

Rail

Approx. 15min. by bus from JR Niihama Station

Address

707-3 Tatsukawacho, Niihama-city, Ehime-pref. 960-8141

WEB

Minetopia Bessi website (Japanese only)
http://besshi.sakura.ne.jp/machu-pikchu/

Ehime Prefectural Government website (English, Korean, Cantonese, Mandarin)
http://iyokannet.jp/english/spot/spot5.html#anc02

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Handicap parking space in Minetopia Bessi (Bessi Copper Mine) No charge
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Elevator Available Wheelchair-accessible bathroom Available
Elevator in Minetopia Bessi (Bessi Copper Mine) W164cm
D145cm
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Dogo Onsen

Dogo Onsen

Dogo Onsen is one of the oldest onsen (hot springs) in Japan with 3,000 year history, located on the east of central Matsuyama. The area is popular for its traditional Japanese style bath house and Ryokan (Japanese style inn). It is pleasant to see many Ryokan guests walking on the streets wearing Yukata and Geta sandals. The main attraction is the Dogo Onsen Honkan, a wooden public bath house constructed in 1894.

Transportation

Car

Approx. 20min. from Matsuyama IC, Matsuyama Expressway

Rail

Approx. 25min. by tram from JR Matsuyama Station

Address

5-6 Dogoyunomachi, Matsuyama-city, Ehime-pref. 790-0842

WEB

Dogo Onsen website (Japanese only)
http://www.dogo.or.jp/pc/about/

Ehime Prefectural Government website (English, Korean, Cantonese, Mandarin)
https://www.pref.ehime.jp/index.html

Accessibility information

Handicap parking space

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Elevator

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Wheelchair-accessible bathroom -
       

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Address

3-9-27 Kubotacho, Niihama-city, Ehime-pref. 792-0026

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Fukuoka prefecture

Fukuoka is located on the north of Kyushu Island. It faces the sea on three sides, the Japan Sea on the north, the Seto Inland Sea on the east, the Ariake Sea on the southwest. The capital city is Fukuoka, the largest city in Kyushu. It has long served as a gateway to Honshu, as well as an important port for international trade. The most famous tourist attractions in Fukuoka is Dazaifu Tenmangu, the head shrine of all Tenmangu (the shrine dedicated to the spirit of Sugawara Michizane who is well known as a god of academic achievements) in Japan.

For more information;
Fukuoka Prefecture Tourist Association website (English, Korean, Cantonese, Mandarin)
http://www.crossroadfukuoka.jp/en/

Transportation to Fukuoka

Air

Approx. 2hr. from Haneda Airport (Tokyo).

Fukuoka Airport: http://www.fuk-ab.co.jp/flight_dom/ (English, Korean, Cantonese, Mandarin)
Domestic: Regular flight from/to Narita, Haneda, and other domestic airports.
International: Regular flight from/to Asia, Guam, and other airports.

Rail

Approx. 5hr.30min. by Kyushu Shinkansen from Tokyo Station.

Hakata Station: JR-Kyushu (Kyushu Railway Company): Kyushu Shinkansen
(the super express / bullet train), Kagoshimahonsen, Hakataminamisen.
*Contact JR-Kyushu for the fares and train schedules: http://www.jrkyushu.co.jp/english/index.jsp  (English, Korean, Cantonese, Mandarin)

Subway

Hakata Station: Kukosen (Airport Line)
*Contact Fukuoka City Subway for the fares and train schedules; http://subway.city.fukuoka.lg.jp/eng/index.html (English, Korean, Cantonese, Mandarin)

Transportation from Fukuoka Airport to Hakata central area

Approx. 5min. from Fukuoka Airport to Hakata Station by subway.
See the following Website for details; Fukuoka Airport website (English, Korean, Cantonese, Mandarin)
http://www.fuk-ab.co.jp/english/access.html

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Tourist attraction

Dazaifu Tenmangu

Dazaifu Tenmangu

Dazaifu Tenmangu is a shrine built over the grave of Michizane Sugawara venerated by the Japanese people as the Tenman-Tenjin (the deified spirit of Michizane), the God of literature. Taikobashi and Shinjiike represents typical Buddhism in conception, reflecting the idea that one thought only should be held at the given time. Shinjiike is a pond that was built in the shape of the Japanese Kanji “心”. Taikobashiis composed of three bridges which represent the past, present and future.

Transportation

Approx. 5min. walk from JR Dazaifu Station

Address

4-7-1 Saifu, Dazaifu-city, Fukuoka-pref. 818-0117

WEB

Dazaifu Tenmangu website (English, Korean, Cantonese, Mandarin)
http://www.dazaifutenmangu.or.jp/en

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Space World

Space World

Space World is a big amusement park located in Kitakyushu. There are more than 30 attractions; a roller coaster with 360° loop turn, an IMAX theater, a 3D planetarium, a 100m-high ferris wheel, and more. Also, there is a water park “Muna” that opens only in summer, where visitors can take a dip in the play pools or going down tall water slides. “The Space Curry” is recommended for souvenirs, it is a real space food accredited by JAXA.

Transportation

Approx. 5min. walk from JR Space World Station

Address

4-1-1 Higashida, Yahatahigashi-ku, Kitakyushu-city, Fukuoka-pref. 805-0071

WEB

Space World website (English, Korean, Cantonese, Mandarin)
http://www.spaceworld.co.jp/english/parkinfo/index.php

Accessibility information

Handicap parking space

Available

Rental wheelchair Available
Handicap parking space in Space World Charge   Charge
¥500
Elevator

Available

Wheelchair-accessible bathroom Available
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Oita prefecture

Oita is located on the east side of the Kyushu Island. It is famous for its high quality Onsen (hot springs) in terms of output amount and number of resources. There are ten different types of hot springs in Beppu, each type with different qualities and effects. And also, Beppu is known for the Jigoku Meguri (hell spring tour), a boiling Onsen tour which is not for bathing. Yufuin is also a popular Onsen resort, located about 10km from Beppu. It is a spa town with many inns and public bath houses highly convenient for tourists.

For more information:
Oita Prefecture website (English, Korean, Cantonese, Mandarin)
http://www.visit-oita.jp/index.e.html

Transportation to Oita

Air

Approx. 1hr. 45min. from Haneda Airport (Tokyo).

Oita Airport: http://www.oita-airport.jp/ (English, Korean, Cantonese)
Domestic: Regular flight from/to Narita, Haneda, and other domestic airports.  
International:  Regular flight from/to Seoul airport.

Rail

Approx. 2hr. from Hakata Station.

Oita Station: JR-Kyushu (Kyushu Railway Company): Nippohonsen, Hohihonsen, Kyudaihonsen.
*Contact JR-Kyushu for the fares and train schedules; http://www.jrkyushu.co.jp/english/index.jsp (English, Korean, Cantonese, Mandarin)

Transportation from Oita Airport to Beppu central area

Approx. 45min. from Oita Airport to Beppu Station by bus.
See the following Website for details: Oita Airport website (English, Korean, Cantonese)
http://www.oita-airport.jp/en/access/car/index.html

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Tourist attraction

Jigoku Onsen Meguri (Hell Tour)

Jigoku Onsen Meguri (Hell Tour)

Jigoku Onsen Meguri is a tour for viewing hot springs rather than bathing. As they are situated on place that was difficult to access, they were called “Hell Springs”. There are eight “Hells” in Beppu; the “Umi Jigoku” (sea hell) in bright cobalt blue color, the “Oniishibozu Jigoku” (monk’s bold head hell) named after its shape of big mud bubbles, the “Shiraike Jigoku” (white pond hell) a pond with pale white water, the “Kamado Jigoku” (cooking pot hell) red and blue demon statues seems to be like cooking, the “Oniyama Jigoku” (monster mountain hell) breeding 88 crocodiles, the “Yama Jigoku” (mountain hell) hot steams coming out as a volcanic eruptions, the “Chinoike Jigoku” (blood pond hell) a blood-like red pond, the “Tatsumaki Jigoku” (spout hell) a boiling hot geyser erupts every 30-40 minuites.

Transportation

Car

Approx. 5min. from Beppu IC, Oita Expressway

Rail

Approx. 15min. by taxi from JR Beppu Station
Approx. 20min. by bus from JR Beppu Station

Address

559-1 Tetsurin, Beppu-city, Oita-pref. 874-0000

WEB

The Beppu Jigoku Association website (English, Korean, Cantonese)
http://www.beppu-jigoku.com/

Accessibility information

Handicap parking space - Rental wheelchair -
       
Elevator - Wheelchair-accessible bathroom Available
       

Takasakiyama Wild Monkey Park

Takasakiyama Wild Monkey Park

Takasakiyama Wild Monkey Park is located in the west of the Oita City. It is a popular monkey reserve at the base of Mt. Takasaki, a 628m high. The park was opened in 1952 as both a tourist attraction and as a way to manage the local monkey population. Monkeys in Mt. Takasaki are fed regularly by the park wardens in order to keep them off the human residents. The feeding time is a famous performance for visitors, done almost hourly every day. Visitors can get close to the monkeys as they are fed or groom each other.

Transportation

Car

Approx. 25min. from Beppu IC, Oita Expressway

Rail

Approx. 25min. by taxi / bus from JR Beppu Station

Address

3098-1 Kamisaki, Oita-city, Oita-pref. 870-0802

WEB

Takasakiyama Monkey Park website (English, Korean, Cantonese)
http://www.takasakiyama.jp/takasakiyama/en/

Accessibility information

Handicap parking space

Available

Rental wheelchair Available
       
Elevator

-

Wheelchair-accessible bathroom Available
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Umitamago Aquarium (Oita Marine Palece Aquarium)

Umitamago Aquarium (Oita Marine Palece Aquarium)

Umitamago Aquarium is located in the west of the Oita City, nearby Takasakiyama Wild Monkey Park. The architecture and displays are like of modern art museum. The main attraction is its large circular tank with 1,250 tons of water. It is pleasant to watch various species swimming around. Animals living in Umitamago include penguins, dolphins, seals, otters, and various kinds of fish. A visit to Umitamago Aquarium is best combined with a visit to the nearby Takasakiyama Monkey Park. The "Monkey Marine Ticket" consists of a round trip from Beppu or Oita Station to the monkey park in combination with admission to the aquarium and Takasakiyama Monkey Park.

Transportation

Car

Approx. 25min. from Beppu IC, Oita Expressway

Rail

Approx. 25min. by taxi / bus from JR Beppu Station

Address

3078-22 Uto, Kanzaki, Oita-city, Oita-pref. 870-0802

WEB

Umitamago Aquarium website (English, Korean, Cantonese, Mandarin)
http://umitamago.jp/english/

Accessibility information

Handicap parking space

Available

Rental wheelchair Available
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Elevator

Available

Wheelchair-accessible bathroom Available
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1-4-20 Kitahama, Beppu-city, Oita-pref. 874-0920

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Kagoshima prefecture

Kagoshima is located at the southwest tip of Kyushu Island. It consists of the southernmost part of Kyushu and the northern half of the Nansei Shoto, the group of islands that stretches from Kyushu to Taiwan. The Kirishima Volcano Chain crosses on the center of the region from north to south. There are 11 active volcanoes, including the great Sakurajima, spread out from Kirishima in the north to the Tokara Islands. Yakushima is an island of the southern coast of Kyushu, covered by an extensive cedar forest. A cedar over 1000 years old is called Yakusugi, and the oldest Yakusugi is over 7000 years old.

For more information:
Kagoshima Prefectural Visitors Bureau website (English, Korean, Cantonese, Mandarin)
http://www.kagoshima-kankou.com/for/

Transportation to Kagoshima

Air

Approx. 2hr. from Haneda Airport (Tokyo).

Kagoshima Airport: http://www.koj-ab.co.jp/ (Japanese only)
Domestic: Regular flight from/to Narita, Haneda, and other domestic airports.
International: Regular flight from/to Asian airports.

Rail

Approx. 1hr.17min. by Kyushu Shinkansen from Hakata Station.

Kagoshima Station 

Transportation from Kagoshima Airport to Kagoshima central area

Approx. 40min. from Kagoshima Airport to Kagoshima Station by bus.
See the following Website for details;
http://koj-ab.co.jp/en/ground-transportation/driving-directions.html

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Tourist attraction

Tanegashima Space Center (Space Museum)

Tanegashima Space Center (Space Museum)

The Tanegashima Space Center, established in 1969, is the largest rocket-launch complex in Japan with a total area of about 9,700,000 square meters. Located in the south of Kagoshima Prefecture, along the southeast coast of Tanegashima, it is known as the most beautiful rocket-launch complex in the world. The Space Museum exhibits various aspects of space development by using full-scale models and games, such as rocket science, satellites, international space-station projects, terrestrial observation, and astronomy. The museum is free of charge and open to the public.

Transportation

Approx. 50min. by taxi from Tanegashima Airport
Approx. 90min. by bus from Iriomote Port
Approx. 1hr. 15min. by taxi from Iriomote Port

Address

Asatsu, Kukinaga, Minamitane-cho, Kumage-gun, Kagoshima-pref. 891-3793

WEB

Accessibility information

Handicap parking space Not available Rental wheelchair Available
       
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Flower Park Kagoshima

Flower Park Kagoshima

Flower Park Kagoshima is the largest flower park in Japan, located on Satsuma Peninsula. It has more than 2,400 species, 40,000 plants from tropical regions all over the world. The park is divided into three main areas; the Floral Zone, the Breezy Zone, and the Brilliant Zone. Each of them are arranged according to the characteristics of each plant.

 

Transportation

Car

Approx. 90min. from central Kagoshima

Rail

Approx. 35min. by bus from JR Ibusuki Station
Approx. 20min. by bus from JR Yamakawa Station

Address

1611, Yamagawaochogamizu, Ibusuki-city, Kagoshima-pref. 891-0513

WEB

Flower Park Kagoshima website (English)
http://www.fp-k.org/english/

Accessibility information

Handicap parking space

Available

Rental wheelchair Available
Handicap parking space in Flower Park Kagoshima No Charge
(Free)
Rental wheelchair in Flower Park Kagoshima Charge
Elevator

Not available

Wheelchair-accessible bathroom Available
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Sakurajima Lava Nagisa Park &Foot Spa

Sakurajima Lava Nagisa Park &Foot Spa

Sakurajima is one of the world's greatest active volcanoes located in the middle of Kagoshima Bay. The Sakurajima Ferry is convenient for visitors to go over to the volcanic island. There are many attractions around the ferry terminal; an Onsen, foot spa, and information center. Nagisa Park & Foot Spa is an outdoor foot spa with natural hot spring, which is one of the largest foot spas in Japan. It is free of charge, open to the public, and accessible for wheelchairs.

Transportation

Approx. 10min. walk from Sakurajima Port

Address

1722-3 Sakurajima-Yokoyama-cho, Kagoshima-city, Kagoshima-pref. 891-1419

WEB

Sakurajima website (Japanese only)
http://www.sakurajima.gr.jp/

Kagoshima Prefectural Visitors Bureau website (English, Korean, Cantonese, Mandarin)
http://www.kagoshima-kankou.com/for/areaguides/sakurajima.html

Accessibility information

Handicap parking space

Not available

Rental wheelchair -
       
Elevator

-

Wheelchair-accessible bathroom Available
       

Accessible Travel Kagoshima

Address

254-6 Hayatocho Mitsugi, Kirishima-city, Kagoshima-pref. 899-5117

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