Japan Fukuoka Beppu Yufuin Kumamoto Ski Resort 5 Days 3 Nights GOJP9899

21:30 hrs. Meet at Suvarnabhumi Airport, Thailand. Please look for the Let's Go Group sign. Our staff will be there to welcome you and assist with check-in.

12:30 AM Depart for Fukuoka Airport, Japan on VIETJET AIR flight VZ810.
07:55 AM Arrive at Fukuoka Airport, Japan. After immigration, collect your baggage, and pass through airport security.
Afterward, we will travel to Beppu, located on the eastern coast of Kyushu Island. Known for its mud-based hot springs, it boasts the largest number of hot spring resorts. Visitors can experience a variety of hot spring baths. We will then visit Yufuin Village, a model OTOP village in Japan, renowned for its hot springs. Within the village lies Lake Kinrin, a stunning spot for viewing the autumn leaves. Yufuin Village offers a variety of shops selling local produce, fresh fruits and vegetables, and charming handmade souvenirs. Nestled amidst a picturesque green valley, Yufuin Town is a haven for nature. Today, Yufuin has become a popular tourist destination.
Lunch is served at a restaurant.
You can also enjoy the famous "croquettes" (fried sweet potatoes), a popular snack to satisfy your hunger while walking. The crispy batter is made from mashed danshaku potatoes and minced wagyu beef, fried until crispy on the outside but soft and melt-in-your-mouth on the inside. We'll then travel to Yumi Jigoku, a 150-meter-deep, blue-green hot spring formed after a volcanic eruption 1,200 years ago. The water contains cobalt, and white smoke constantly rises from the surrounding area. The water temperature reaches 98 degrees Celsius, making it suitable for boiling eggs. Although the water is too hot to bathe in, mineral powder is available at the souvenir shop. You can take it home and use it to bathe. It's said to brighten the skin and treat skin conditions. Before leaving, don't forget to soak your feet in the footbath (pavilion pavilion). This will soothe your feet and give you the energy to continue your journey. It's free for visitors. You can soak for as long as you like. Umi Jigoku, the boiling sea spring, is one of the eight famous hot springs in Beppu. It's the most popular hot spring for tourists because it's less visually stunning and doesn't look like a hellish place like the others. From the entrance, you'll see white smoke billowing from large rocks with a hissing sound constantly. As you walk closer, you can feel the heat rising from beneath the earth. Entrance fee to one hot spring is included. Afterwards, we'll travel to You Me Town, a large shopping mall where you can freely shop for clothes, bags, shoes, home decor, souvenirs, mochi, bento boxes, fresh and dried fruits, candies, snacks, etc., as gifts to take home.
In the evening, dinner is at your own leisure to avoid interfering with your shopping time.
Accommodation: BEPPU/OITA/HITA AREA, 3-star or similar.
Relax with a soak in the natural hot springs. It is believed that soaking in hot springs beautifies the skin and improves blood circulation.

Morning: Breakfast served at the hotel restaurant.
Afterward, enjoy a day at Kuju Ski Resort, where you can enjoy sledding to your heart's content. This large amusement park offers a wide variety of activities beyond skiing. It's a renowned ski resort on Kyushu Island. Enjoy the pristine white snow. Those interested in renting equipment should contact the tour leader in advance. This price does not include the entrance fee of 1,500 yen, and rental fees for ski equipment, snowsleds, and instructors (approximately 5,000-35,000 yen). (The ski resort's opening hours depend on weather conditions.)
* Note: If the resort is closed due to inclement weather, the company reserves the right to take you to the Daikanbo Peak Observation Deck, one of the most famous viewing points of Mount Aso. The resort offers a unique natural beauty in each season. Enjoy views of Mount Aso and Kuju, which resemble a reclining Buddha.
Travel to Kumamoto City, a prefecture located in the central Kyushu region. It's a beloved destination for nature lovers and those seeking an escape from the hustle and bustle of the big city. In addition to the stunning natural attractions of Mount Aso, Kumamoto also boasts a treasured historical site, Kumamoto Castle.
At noon, enjoy lunch at a restaurant featuring a special Japanese-style yakiniku buffet.
Take photos of the exterior of Kumamoto Castle. This magnificent and imposing castle is considered a symbol of Kumamoto Prefecture. Furthermore, it is associated with famous figures in Japanese history, including Kiyomasa Kato, the daimyo who ruled Kumamoto and was a renowned warrior, and Musashi Miyamoto, the legendary swordsman. Since its construction in 1607, the castle has served as the backdrop for countless important historical events in Kumamoto. The castle's striking architecture is its strong and beautiful stone walls, which were built to defend against samurai attacks. Or other ninja groups. Then, we'll take you to Kamitori Street, Kumamoto's hottest and largest shopping district. You'll find souvenir shops, gift shops, cosmetics shops, cafes, and many traditional Japanese restaurants. We'll then travel to Fukuoka, a small city in the Land of the Rising Sun. Anyone who visits will be captivated by its charm. Despite its skyscrapers, it also harbors a tranquil, ancient culture. This small city offers both sides of the charm, allowing visitors to experience Fukuoka's fame. ASIA Week magazine has ranked it the most livable city in Asia, while the United Nations has predicted it to be the second-highest-growing city in the world, after Las Vegas. Free time for shopping. Tenjin, a large shopping district in the heart of Fukuoka, offers a comprehensive range of entertainment options. Easily accessible, it's considered the economic heart of Fukuoka. With a variety of interesting shops lining both sides of the street, including several large department stores, parks, libraries, popular restaurants, and charming alleys, it's a haven for a variety of interesting shops.
In the evening, enjoy dinner at your leisure. To avoid disrupting your shopping time,
3-star accommodations in FUKUOKA AREA or equivalent.

Morning: Breakfast at the hotel restaurant.
We will depart for Dazaifu Shrine, the oldest and most famous Shinto temple in Fukuoka Prefecture. It is home to the god of knowledge, and students come to pray for academic success daily. In spring, the temple grounds are dotted with over 6,000 plum trees of various varieties, creating a lush and shady atmosphere. In front of the shrine, a statue of a deity, a bull, resides on a pedestal. It is believed that stroking the bull's head will bring wisdom and good health, which is why people fondly pat the bull's head. In front of Dazaifu Shrine, you'll find numerous shops and souvenir shops, including a stylish Starbucks, where you can grab a coffee and take photos. There are also over 100 local souvenir shops in front of the temple, including a famous sweet shop called "Umegae Mochi," a sweet made from red beans wrapped in glutinous rice dough and grilled. Then, we'll take you shopping for cosmetics, supplements, and high-quality jewelry at a duty-free shop. There's a wide variety of products to choose from at affordable prices, some of which are unique to this city and cannot be found in other cities in Japan.
Lunch will be served at a restaurant.
We'll then visit Nanzoin Temple, which houses the largest bronze Buddha statue in Japan, and possibly the world. There are also many other statues and Buddha images within the temple. However, this temple is most famous for being the starting point of the renowned Kyushu pilgrimage route and one of the 88 sacred sites in Sasaguri, where people have come to pray or confess their sins since ancient times, a tradition continued for over 180 years. The temple was built in 1995 to enshrine the bronze reclining Buddha, the largest reclining Buddha in the world, measuring 41 meters in length, 11 meters in height, and weighing 300 tons. Inside the reclining Buddha are enshrined relics of the Buddha brought from Myanmar. It's believed that paying homage here will bring good fortune to those who pay their respects. Including the entrance fee, you'll continue to Gundam Park. Gundam fans shouldn't miss this place. It's a paradise for Gundam enthusiasts. Mitsui Shopping Park LalaPort Fukuoka is divided into three zones. First, GUNDAM SIDE-F, featuring various Gundam models, including rare limited editions, is a must-visit. Next, VS PARK WITH G, an area filled with Gundam-themed activities, is the Namco area, filled with arcade machines and exclusive game machines available only here. The highlight is the newest, 24.8-meter-tall Gundam statue, perfect for taking photos.
In the evening, enjoy dinner at your leisure, so as not to interrupt your shopping.
Accommodation: 3-star FUKUOKA AREA or equivalent.

Morning: Transfer to Fukuoka Airport for your return flight to Thailand.
08:55 AM Depart for Suvarnabhumi Airport, Thailand, on Vietjet Air flight VZ811 (meal service on board).
12:35 PM Arrive safely at Suvarnabhumi Airport, Thailand, with lasting memories.