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Japan Adventure: Kyushu & Shikoku

Osaka → Fukuoka 13 days Up to 16

About this trip

This trip takes you off the well-worn Tokyo-Kyoto trail and southwest into Kyushu and Shikoku, two of Japan's less-visited islands, starting from Osaka.

You travel by public transport throughout, including the bullet train, with an expert tour leader guiding you through the culture, food and landscapes of the region.

Expect a mix of active days and cultural immersion, from cycling a famous coastal route to hiking an active volcano and learning about local cooking traditions.

What you'll do

  • Travel by bullet train and public transport across Kyushu and Shikoku
  • Cycle the Shimanami Kaido route
  • Hike Mount Aso, an active volcano
  • Learn the local method of steam cooking known as jigoku-mushi
  • Depart during cherry blossom season on select dates for sakura viewing
Good to know
  • You get around by public transport, including trains, rather than a private vehicle
  • Moderate pace with active days such as cycling and hiking mixed in with sightseeing
  • Small group with a fully guided leader throughout
Tour dupe
Same trip, less money
£1,845 less all-in
Japan Classic
4.8from £1,69510 days
The trade-off: 3 fewer nights, and a different operator.
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How it compares

The same-vibe trips, side by side — price, value per day, and how each is moving. Only we can lay two operators' trips out honestly.

Sorted by fit — never by who paid. Price moves and fill fill in from our own tracking as it builds.

Best month to go

Departing in Sep is cheapest — from £3,520, about 45% below the priciest month (Mar).

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Getting there

Osaka
One-way · arrive 25 Sept 26

Opens Trip.com, pre-filled — one-way so you can book your return whenever. Prices & booking shown there.

Where to stay

A night before your tour in Osaka · 25 Sept – 26 Sept

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