KYUSHU, JAPAN (Fukuoka, Oita & Kumamoto) 🇯🇵 5-Day Travel Vlog | 🌸 Cherry Blossoms + Places to Visit!

This past spring, I traveled to #Kyushu island for the first time - it’s been on my #Japan travel bucket-list for the longest time! This was a 5-day road trip where I toured small towns in different prefectures: #Fukuoka, Oita and #Kumamoto. I spent my nights in Yufuin, Aso and Hakata where you’ll come across some ryokan recommendations! With spring being the season for sakura, I’ll also be sharing some photogenic cherry blossom viewing (hanami) spots in these areas! Kyushu island is a beautiful blend of culture, food, and nature. I hope this vlog gives you a glimpse into just how stunning this island is, and why it’s worth a visit when you're in Japan!
Places to Eat and Visit on Kyushu Island (九州)
Timestamps by Location
00:12 Ukiha (うきは) - Sakura Photo Spot! 🌸
Nagarekawa Cherry blossom Trees (流川の桜並木)
Hokke Genka Garden (法華原華庭園)
00:33 Yufuin Onsen (由布院温泉)
Sumibiyaki Keisyuan (七輪炭火焼 啓修庵)
CAFE LA RUCHE
Mameshiba Cafe (豆柴カフェ)
Hoshino Resort KAI Yufuin (界 由布院) - Hotel in Yufuin
Sankura Coffee (サンクラCoffee)
02:50 Oguni (小国)
Omiya (おうみや)
Kappa Waterfall (カッパ滝)
Oguniryo Shrine (小国両神社)
Meoto Falls (夫婦滝)
04:13 Aso (阿蘇)
Shiroyama Scenic Overlook (城山展望所)
RYOKAN MINAWA (旅館 みな和) - Ryokan Hotel in Aso
Isshingyo Sakura Tree (一心行の大桜)
ASO MILK FACTORY (阿蘇牛奶工廠)
Cafe Sakura (茶蔵カフェ)
Kamishikimi Kumanoimasu Shrine (上色見熊野座神社)
Shirakawa Spring (白川水源)
Minamiaso Tea House Honten (南阿蘇ティーハウス本店)
Aso Health Farm (阿蘇健康農園)
08:16 Yame (八女)
Fukushima Hachiman Shrine (福島八幡宮)
Yabeya Konomi Honke (茶商 矢部屋 許斐本家)
MARUYASABOU (まる舎茶房)
09:35 Itoshima (糸島)
Sakurai Futamigaura's Couple Stones (桜井二見ヶ浦 夫婦岩)
Sakurai Shrine (櫻井神社)
10:17 Hakata (博多)
Musasiza (すみ劇場 むさし坐)
Maizuru Park (舞鶴公園)
Ohori Park Japanese Garden (福岡県立大濠公園日本庭園)
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Music
Japanese relaxing music (No Copyright) Cherry Blossoms at Night [Free BGM]
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Laffey & azayaka - Picnic In The Park
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Merry-Go-Round of Life Joe Hisaishi [Music Box] (Anime Film - Howl's Moving Castle )
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Tibeauthetraveler - Cherry Tree
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Living Room x Otaam - Koshi
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Camera
iPhone 14 Pro Max
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Edited using Final Cut
Voiceover recorded with iPhone
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[@absentabroad]

Which other place in Japan should I visit? 🤍

[@panathenaea]

Do a deep dive into Wakayama. And I think you should visit Hasedera in Nara - in fact, why not do a Nara video of places outside of Nara Park?

[@absentabroad]

@@panathenaeaI really need to go back there one day!

[@panathenaea]

The country really does open up when you drive! Amazing as always - and totally my speed. It was nice to see you in your video!

[@absentabroad]

thank you always! 🥹🙏🏼

[@pjsfirstm]

I lived in Osaka for four years and absolutely loved it. Miss the food and culture

[@absentabroad]

aaah yes I miss Osaka!! the food was amazing!

[@champooloo2359]

my favourite travel vlogger! Catching the essence of what travel means ♥️

[@absentabroad]

aaah thank you so much! 🥹💕

[@melaniadevi2999]

Your vlog make me so happy and calm 😊🥰 i can't wait for the next vlog 😆😊 this vlog so good and beautiful ✨️👍🎬

[@absentabroad]

thank you so much!! 🥹🤍

[@nowgaku]

What incredible footage of Kyushu!

[@absentabroad]

thank youu!🥹

[@momocacavivi]

Lovely background music & beautiful voice narration. Enjoy your vlog very much. Where did you rent the car and how was the driving experience? I don't know if I can get used to right-side driving, it's tempting to rent a car after seeing your video!

[@pedramghozat]

Kyushu is definitely also my favorite place to visit. Next time, make sure to stop by Kurokawa Onsen as it's really worth seeing.

[@absentabroad]

Looks amazing! Definitely noted this for next time, thank you! :)

[@richardbarba2736]

Another amazing vlog, I can't thank you enough for sharing your travels with us. Always looking forward to your adventures!

[@absentabroad]

thank you so much! :)

[@Lizsynn80]

Absolutely LOVE ❤ your vids

[@absentabroad]

THANK YOU🥹❤️

[@KimLechelle]

Love Love Love your videos. One day I will get the nerves to drive in Japan. I miss a lot of beautiful places.
Your videos are always relaxing and worth watching! Thank you!

[@absentabroad]

thank you so much! :)

[@atventurejournal]

Such a wonderful vlog😍

[@absentabroad]

thank you! :)

[@rosy-ekosakura71]

I enjoy this video so much ❤

[@absentabroad]

thank you! 🥹❤️

[@sielexo]

🦋

[@tricia416]

Hello… love your video. Do you mind to share the full itinerary?

[@absentabroad]

thank you! the itinerary follows the exact order in the video and the list of places is all in the description box :)