ABOUT US

Kyushu has stunning volcanic landscapes and “satoyama” rural communities that live in harmony with nature. The best way to know it is to spend time here. Because we have a deep understanding of Kyushu's geography and traditions, we can offer a one-stop service for everything guests need to have a very special journey.

Living With Volcanoes

In Kyushu, the very earth seems to breathe. It's a place of new experiences and irresistible allure. Immerse yourself in the unique way of life in this land as you observe, feel, savor, and connect. Our special Volcano Tourism experience will welcome you with a kaleidoscope of charms.

Sustainable living & gastronomy

This is a sustainable lifestyle and livelihood full of wisdom and ingenuity born from coexistence with volcanoes. Experience the finest food produced by agriculture industries and fisheries that inherit the bounty of the earth.

Mountain worship & culture

Volcanoes, even those with repeated eruptions, bring blessings. Mountain-based faith, in which people worship volcanoes, still lives on in the present day. Experience the unique historical culture born from this symbiosis.

Nature & landscape

It takes all five senses to appreciate the influence of volcanoes on the local nature, cityscapes, and panoramas. Places like a community surrounded by one of the world's largest calderas and a town formed at the foot of a volcano are integrated with these geologically active mountains.

TOURIST AREA

Kyushu's three most popular tourist areas

UNZEN

NAGASAKI

Unzen is fascinating and soothing.
The Shimabara Peninsula was formed by volcanic activity. The mountain range, with its elevation difference from sea level to the summit, is colored by natural art throughout the four seasons. Unzen has historically been known as a summer resort for foreigners and is also one of the most famous hot spring resorts in western Japan. It is not only a scenic spot, but also a gourmet peninsula rich in mountain and sea delicacies.

ASO

KUMAMOTO

Aso has a way of life within a caldera.
The Aso caldera stands almost in the center of Kyushu. In this vast, majestic landscape, there is a history of people who have coexisted with the volcano. The Aso area, which has thriving agriculture and livestock industries, attracts worldwide attention as a pioneer for sustainable tourism that is balanced with nature conservation.

KAGOSHIMA

Kagoshima, a city that lives with a volcano.
Sakurajima is an active volcano that contributed to samurai culture. Its splendid appearance still watches over the locals and fascinates visitors from all over the world. The city has a culture nurtured by both the warm soil and dynamic urban functions. There are many sights to see, including cultural and historical heritage sites, and places where you can feel the beginnings of modern Japan.

About the council

Suit the tastes of seasoned, wealthy travelers with one-stop service for planning and arranging special Kyushu Volcano trips. Our travel designers will provide you with full support. We can arrange veteran guides who live in Kyushu and know the area inside and out. We can arrange lodgings and restaurants that are hard to book, only known to those in the know. We can arrange special transportation such as helicopters. With the special permissions we have attained, we can guide you through adventure and sustainable activities in areas that are normally off-limits.

About the Interpretation Plan

We offer one-stop service for special activities that only a few in the know can provide. These bespoke experiences combine the dynamic natural scenery of the volcanoes of Japan with traditional rural life.