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Have you ever been to a place where active volcanoes are part of everyday life? On the island of Kyushu, each season is different, yet equally beautiful. There are leisure and cultural activities everywhere from the mountains to the sea. Embark on a unique journey filled with surprising and poignant experiences.

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See everything Obama has to offer in one day

UNZEN

Have a local guide showing you the inside and out of Obama as you stroll through the back streets, just off the main coastal road.

 In this area, known for its volcanic activity, locals enjoy steam-cooked dishes that utilize the steam: one of the most representative blessing of thevolcano.

 On the sea, where hot springs—another blessing from the volcano—flow in, you can enjoy a leisurely time in a sea kayak, bathed in the orange glow of the setting sun.

Yukemuri Steam Kitchen at Obama Onsen

Steam cooking experience and geowalk

UNZEN

Obama Onsen is a town where the blessings of Mount Unzen still well up on the surface. The white steam rising along the coast is proof that this land is still alive. This half-day tour allows you to experience the hot springs, some of the hottest in Japan at 105℃, not just by "seeing" them, but also by "eating" them. After experiencing steam cooking at a local steamhouse, you will walk through the hot spring town with a geoguide and learn about the underground mechanisms that cause such high-temperature hot springs to gush forth in this town. At the end of the trip, you can savor the dishes you steamed yourself while getting a glimpse into the lives of the people who have lived alongside Mount Unzen.

Journey Through the Land and its Crops

From farm to table

UNZEN

Your guest will feel the joy of digging out "Dejima" the legendary variety of potato, hardly found in the market: nothing makes a potato tastier than the harvesting with your own hands. After the experience, guests can visit Takeda Farm, which preserves traditional cultivars,  and Tsumura Farm, which employs organic and natural farming methods, to get to know the farmers firsthand.

We also provide access to steam ovens from Obama Hot Springs to cook your potatoes into a soft and creamy delicacy: with this experience, you'll truly understand the meaning of "the blessings of the volcano".

Obama E‑Bike Journey & Onsen Steam Kitchen

Running along the beach of Obama with the wind at your back

UNZEN

We'll ride e-bikes along the coast of Obama, following the quiet paths of the former Obama Railway line, experiencing local life along the way, and heading to "Taneto," a direct sales store for organic vegetables. At the store, we'll buy fresh local vegetables and enjoy them as part of Obama Onsen's famous steamed hot spring cuisine.

This half-day experience in Obama brings together the sea breeze, local food, and hot spring culture.

Reliving the Golden Age

A Gastronomic "Tent Restaurant"

UNZEN

A fleeting mirage of elegance, floating in the lakeside silence.

Once upon a time, global travelers fell in love with the Unzen. 

Deep within the forest, by the shores of Lake Shirakumo, they pitched canvas tents and indulged in elegant evenings—a cherished memory of a golden era.

Today, that beautiful scene is revived as a pinnacle of modern gastronomy. The Shimabara Peninsula's top chefs gather exclusively for this night, transforming the seasonal bounty nurtured by volcanoes and water into artistic masterpieces.

A revival of history, an innovation of taste. A feast that transcends time awaits you.

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See everything Obama has to offer in one day

UNZEN

Have a local guide showing you the inside and out of Obama as you stroll through the back streets, just off the main coastal road.

 In this area, known for its volcanic activity, locals enjoy steam-cooked dishes that utilize the steam: one of the most representative blessing of thevolcano.

 On the sea, where hot springs—another blessing from the volcano—flow in, you can enjoy a leisurely time in a sea kayak, bathed in the orange glow of the setting sun.

Full traverse of Mt.Fugen with local lunch

Walk through the bowels of Earth to finally dive into the whimsical atmosphere of the night experience.

UNZEN

Enjoy a full day at the top of an active volcano, feeling the Earth's breath with your whole body.

 Mount Fugen is not just a mountain. The scars left by the eruption in the 1990s are still vividly visible on its ridgeline. Standing on its summit and feeling the energy of the active volcano firsthand brings a kind of emotion unlike any other scenic spot.

 The full traverse from Nita Pass, a stopover point, to the summit takes approximately 6.5 hours round trip. Fuel up with a lunch made with local ingredients and  walk through Unzen Jigoku (Unzen Hell) with a guide. Finally, at night—in a place where volcanic activity seems to have subsided, quietly contemplate the marvel of geothermal energy.

 A full day, spent in the good company of an active volcano.

Journey Through the Land and its Crops

From farm to table

UNZEN

Your guest will feel the joy of digging out "Dejima" the legendary variety of potato, hardly found in the market: nothing makes a potato tastier than the harvesting with your own hands. After the experience, guests can visit Takeda Farm, which preserves traditional cultivars,  and Tsumura Farm, which employs organic and natural farming methods, to get to know the farmers firsthand.

We also provide access to steam ovens from Obama Hot Springs to cook your potatoes into a soft and creamy delicacy: with this experience, you'll truly understand the meaning of "the blessings of the volcano".

Private guided tour

Mt. Aso volcano, grasslands, Aso Shrine

ASO

On this tour, our professional guide will take you around in a private car to the must-visit spots in Aso and the famous "Akaushi" beef meal.It is a real treat to experience our living earth, and how locals link their religion with the surrounding nature.

Discover the features of Sakurajima along with its vegetation, food culture, industries, and the lives of the locals

Experience Sakurajima: An Active Volcano in a Day – Discover, Savor, Explore

KAGOSHIMA

Sakurajima, an iconic active volcano in Kinko Bay of Kagoshima Prefecture at the southern end of mainland Japan, has shaped its landscape through 17 major eruptions since its formation 26,000 years ago. It symbolizes a harmony between the community and the volcano, holding a secure place in Kagoshima's culture.

Walk to the Pulse of the Volcano

Unzen Jigoku + Mt. Unzen Foothill Trail

UNZEN

Starting from the sulfur-laced fumaroles of Unzen Hell, this trail will lead you into the heart of the National Park.

The trails are flexible to better fit the needs of any group — Mt. Kinugasa, Mt. Takaiwa, or the Nita Pass Ropeway — and can be decided on the day to match your pace and goals.

A certified guide will reveal to you all the secrets of the volcano in real time, every step of the way.

This is half-day hiking on a living mountain — and there is nowhere else on earth quite like it.

Road to UNZEN:

-A morning above the clouds-

UNZEN

Unzen, Japan's first designated National Park, used to be a retreat for foreign diplomats and travellers in the Meiji Era. This half-day tour aims to recreate the original scenery they found at their arrival: a lakeside walk in the greenery, a tea party on a hill, and a visit to the colonial style Unzen Kanko Hotel, open since 1935.

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See everything Obama has to offer in one day

UNZEN

Have a local guide showing you the inside and out of Obama as you stroll through the back streets, just off the main coastal road.

 In this area, known for its volcanic activity, locals enjoy steam-cooked dishes that utilize the steam: one of the most representative blessing of thevolcano.

 On the sea, where hot springs—another blessing from the volcano—flow in, you can enjoy a leisurely time in a sea kayak, bathed in the orange glow of the setting sun.

Full traverse of Mt.Fugen with local lunch

Walk through the bowels of Earth to finally dive into the whimsical atmosphere of the night experience.

UNZEN

Enjoy a full day at the top of an active volcano, feeling the Earth's breath with your whole body.

 Mount Fugen is not just a mountain. The scars left by the eruption in the 1990s are still vividly visible on its ridgeline. Standing on its summit and feeling the energy of the active volcano firsthand brings a kind of emotion unlike any other scenic spot.

 The full traverse from Nita Pass, a stopover point, to the summit takes approximately 6.5 hours round trip. Fuel up with a lunch made with local ingredients and  walk through Unzen Jigoku (Unzen Hell) with a guide. Finally, at night—in a place where volcanic activity seems to have subsided, quietly contemplate the marvel of geothermal energy.

 A full day, spent in the good company of an active volcano.

Obama E‑Bike Journey & Onsen Steam Kitchen

Running along the beach of Obama with the wind at your back

UNZEN

We'll ride e-bikes along the coast of Obama, following the quiet paths of the former Obama Railway line, experiencing local life along the way, and heading to "Taneto," a direct sales store for organic vegetables. At the store, we'll buy fresh local vegetables and enjoy them as part of Obama Onsen's famous steamed hot spring cuisine.

This half-day experience in Obama brings together the sea breeze, local food, and hot spring culture.

Private E-MTB guided cycling

around Mt. Aso volcano & grasslands

ASO

You then get to enjoy the best views of the mount Aso crater. Going back down, the caldera opens up in front of you. Aso's magnificent nature awaits you here.

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See everything Obama has to offer in one day

UNZEN

Have a local guide showing you the inside and out of Obama as you stroll through the back streets, just off the main coastal road.

 In this area, known for its volcanic activity, locals enjoy steam-cooked dishes that utilize the steam: one of the most representative blessing of thevolcano.

 On the sea, where hot springs—another blessing from the volcano—flow in, you can enjoy a leisurely time in a sea kayak, bathed in the orange glow of the setting sun.

Road to UNZEN 歴史の道を辿る

避暑地時代の雲仙を懐古する時間を過ごす

UNZEN

雲仙は、火山の恵みと外国人避暑地の文化が重なり合う、特別な場所です。

このプランでは、かつての旅人たちが愛した風景と、今も息づく歴史を、専門ガイドとともにゆっくり辿ります。

UNZEN Volcano Adventure

Journey of Water

UNZEN

Trace the cycle of life, woven by the breath of the volcano.

In Unzen, Nagasaki, the fertile earth is your playground. As you glide effortlessly on an E-bike, you embark on an odyssey— retrace the epic journey of a single droplet, filtered through volcanic rock over millennia, as it flows from the deep sanctuary of the forest to the vast embrace of the sea.

The scent of the breeze, the chill of pristine springs, and the profound silence of the land. Awaken your senses to the subtle details that a car would miss, and discover a sustainable way of travel that breathes in harmony with nature.

Let your spirit resonate with the timeless memories of water.

Visit historical landmarks of the Shimadzu family that ruled over Kagoshima (then called Satsuma) for 800 years and savor Japanese dining

A Day of Shimadzu Samurai History: Discover, Savor, Experience

KAGOSHIMA

A guided tour at Terukuni Shrine, the largest in the city, that honors the wise lord, Nariakira Shimadzu.

He left a great legacy during the forging of Japan's modernization and is now admired as a general guardian deity of Kagoshima City. With the guide, you will explore the shrine to see his accomplishments

Road to UNZEN:

-A morning above the clouds-

UNZEN

Unzen, Japan's first designated National Park, used to be a retreat for foreign diplomats and travellers in the Meiji Era. This half-day tour aims to recreate the original scenery they found at their arrival: a lakeside walk in the greenery, a tea party on a hill, and a visit to the colonial style Unzen Kanko Hotel, open since 1935.

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