Kyūshū
Kyūshū (九州), Japan's southern- and westernmost main island, is arguably its warmest and most beautiful, with active volcanic peaks, rocky, lush and near-tropical coastlines, and great onsen (hot springs) virtually everywhere. History and legend were made here: Jōmon ruins, Shintō's sun goddess, wealthy trading ports, cloistered foreigners, samurai rebels and one of the earth's greatest wartime tragedies all loom large.
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Discover the best attractions in Kyūshū from must-see sights to unexpected hidden gems.
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Attraction in JapanAma-no-Iwato-jinja - Attraction in JapanDazaifu Tenman-gū
- Attraction in NagasakiDejima
- Attraction in FukuokaFukuoka-jō & Ōhori-kōen
- Attraction in JapanFutago-ji
- Attraction in NagasakiGlover Garden
- Attraction in NagasakiGunkanjima
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