Japan Kyushu Kumamoto Oita New Year 5 Days 3 Nights GOJP8921

21.00 Meet at Suvarnabhumi Airport, Thai Vietjet Air counter. Staff will welcome and assist with documents and luggage.

00.30 Depart for Fukuoka Airport, Japan by Thai Vietjet Air Flight No. VZ 810
07.55 Arrive at Fukuoka Airport, Japan (local time is 2 hours ahead of Thailand time) After going through immigration, customs, and collecting your luggage
[Very important!! Fresh food such as meat, plants, vegetables, and fruits are not allowed into Japan. Violators will be subject to fines.]
Travel to the shrine of the legendary philosopher, an important figure in Japan, Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine, which is a shrine located in Dazaifu. It was the seat of the Chikusen Provincial Government in the 7th century. In 901, the leftist minister Fujiwara no Tokihara plotted to demote Sugawara no Michizane's rival from the court to become a junior official in Dazaifu. Sugawara ended his life there and was buried there as a guardian deity. He is also known as the god of learning, devotion, and good fortune. Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine attracts over 700,000 visitors and prayers each year, and is especially popular with students preparing for exams, who come to pray for good luck, especially in their studies. Both sides of the road leading to the shrine are lined with souvenir shops and the legendary sweet, umekaemochi. Including Starbucks, which is beautifully decorated and ranked as one of the world's best.
Lunch: Have lunch at a restaurant (Meal 1).
Take you to see the outside of Kumamoto Castle. Kumamoto Castle is a representative of Japanese castle architecture. It is the third largest castle in Japan. It was built in 1601 by Kato Kiyomasa and took seven years to build. This castle, also known as "Ginnanjo" (Ginko Castle), is a large and beautiful castle. In 2016, a major earthquake hit, causing severe damage to the castle. It had to be closed for renovations for many years. Now it has reopened for everyone to come and see its beauty and experience its grandeur.
Sakura-no-baba Josaien shopping district is located at the foot of Kumamoto Castle. It is a shopping area that recreates the atmosphere of the community around the castle in the 17th century. There are over 20 restaurants and shops selling traditional Kumamoto food products, such as horse meat sashimi (basashi), fried lotus roots stuffed with mustard. (Karashi Rengon) and sweet potato dango (Ikinari Dango). There are also limited seasonal products such as yuzu and ginger tea, which are available only in winter. In the summer, enjoy the unique food stalls that have opened here. The retro style is well-organized. The highlight here is the local products, household items, souvenirs, and the Wakuwaku Museum that tells the history of the city. There are also restaurants selling various foods, especially local menus such as green tea ice cream. Feel free to walk around at your leisure.
When the time is right, we will take you to Beppu City, a city in Oita Prefecture (OITA), located on the eastern coast of Kyushu Island, Japan. It is a popular hot spring resort city in Japan. It is the city with the most hot spring resorts. Tourists like to soak in onsen or hot sand baths by the sea in this city.
Evening, have dinner at the hotel's restaurant (meal 2).
Accommodation OITA ONSEN HOTEL or equivalent 3-star level
After dinner, relax in a natural hot spring bath in Japanese style.

Morning Have breakfast at the hotel restaurant (Meal 3)
Visit Jigoku Meguri, which consists of 8 uniquely colored hot springs (the guide will take you to visit 2 of them) created by nature. Each pond is over 100 degrees Celsius. Due to the colors and heat that ordinary people cannot touch, it is called "hell's hot spring". Therefore, there is a mascot, a little grim reaper, to welcome everyone who visits Yufuin Village (YUFUIN FLORAL VILLAGE), a small village in Oita Prefecture, about 10 kilometers from Beppu Hot Springs. This village is a craft village. And it is also a collection of various types of houses in Japan that are 120-180 years old, gathered here. Therefore, this place can be considered a living museum that can attract tourists to visit all year round. Then, see the beauty of Kirin Lake, the lake water is clear and you can see fish swimming in the water. Sometimes there is a light fog. It is definitely worth seeing this beauty with your own eyes at least once. Free time for you to walk around and take pictures as you wish.
Lunch: Have lunch at a restaurant (Meal 4)
Take you to Hita City, a city in Oita Prefecture. It is an old city that still has houses from the Edo period. Hita City is located in the middle of 3 provinces: Fukuoka, Oita, and Kumamoto. It is only an hour away from each province. Therefore, it is easy to travel to other cities.
Little Kyoto of Kyushu Mamedamachi Street, see the old town of Mamedam, a city built during the Edo period. And it is called the Little Kyoto of Kyushu. This city has been well-preserved to retain the charm of the old town that is worth visiting. Walk along Kamimachi Street and Miyuki Street. On both sides of this area, there are old buildings that are famous shops and Hita's collectibles such as sweets, paintings, maps, wooden geta, and wooden crafts.
After that, take you shopping for souvenirs at a Japanese standard souvenir shop, a source of cosmetics and various products that are popular for buying souvenirs that are made in Japan, such as cosmetics, facial foam, skin care cream, and various items at great prices.
Take you to Gundam Park Fukuoka. Highlight!!! See the latest life-size Gundam "Nu Gundam" and it is also announced as the tallest Gundam in Japan. It is listed at around 20 meters, which is higher than the 19.7-meter tall RX-0 Unicorn Gundam in Tokyo and 18 meters tall RX-78-2 Gundam in Yokohama. NU Gundam appeared in the 1988 movie Mobile Suit Gundam Char's Counter Attack. Even though it has been more than 30 years, it is still loved and popular with Gundam fans all over the world. Located at Mitsui Shopping Park Lalaport Fukuoka in Fukuoka, it was first opened on April 25, 2022. It is a new landmark that anyone visiting Fukuoka should not miss. You can enjoy taking pictures to commemorate your impressions and buying souvenirs as you wish.
Evening Free time for dinner at your leisure.
Accommodation FUKUOKA AREA HOTEL or equivalent 3-star level

Morning Have breakfast at the hotel restaurant (meal 5)
Take everyone to travel by train (including train fare) to Nanzoin Temple, a temple with a large bronze Buddha statue. Take everyone to see the Reclining Buddha, which is 41 meters long, 11 meters high and weighs more than 300 tons. This place is considered a popular place for Japanese and foreign tourists. Inside, there are many other statues and Buddha statues in the temple. But what makes this temple most famous is that it is the starting point of the famous pilgrimage route of Kyushu Island. Admission fee is not included, approximately 400 yen per person.
Rules and prohibitions for visiting Nanzoin Temple *Please strictly follow the rules and regulations for tourists.
1. Do not eat or drink while walking around Nanzoin Temple.
2. Do not smoke or drink alcohol of any kind in the Nanzoin Temple area.
3. Do not wear inappropriate or inappropriate clothing when visiting Nanzoin Temple, such as short skirts, shorts, or clothing that reveals the body excessively. Clothing that reveals tattoos, etc.
4. Do not act in a way that obstructs walkways, stairs, or other passageways, such as sitting blocking walkways, sitting on steps, taking photos or videos for long periods of time, etc.
5. Do not take photos or videos outside of permitted areas, including taking videos while walking, as unintentionally unauthorized images may be included in the video.
6. Do not use selfie sticks, tripods, or other similar devices inside Nanzoin Temple.
7. Do not act in a way that causes loud noises or disturbs the peace inside Nanzoin Temple, such as talking loudly, shouting, singing, dancing, etc.
8. Do not act in a way that causes dirtiness at Nanzoin Temple, such as littering, vomiting, spitting phlegm, etc.
Miyajidake Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in Fukutsu, Fukuoka. The shrine has a history of over 1,700 years. People often come to worship the god of opening fortune and pray for a prosperous business. There are 2.2 million people who regularly come to worship here each year, and Miyajidake Shrine It is also home to three of Japan's top-ranking items: the giant braided rope, Ooshimenawa; the 2.2-meter-diameter Taiko drum; and the 450-kilogram-weight bronze bell. There is also a popular sunset viewing point for tourists.
Or choose to go shopping in Fukuoka with a guide to recommend places.
Tenjin area Enjoy shopping for souvenirs with many brand names and electrical appliances, digital cameras, watches, game consoles, or products that will please women with bags, shoes, brand name clothes, fashion clothes for teenagers, famous Japanese cosmetic brands such as KOSE, KANEBO, SK II, SHISEDO, and many more.
Canal City Hakata is a large shopping and entertainment center in Fukuoka, Japan. It is called a "city within a city" and consists of shops, cafes, restaurants, theaters, game centers, cinemas, two hotels, and a canal running through the center. Canal City is located next to the entertainment district and is located between Fukuoka's business and retail centers, making it a popular tourist spot that generates a lot of income for the city. It is the largest private development project in Japanese history (US$1.4 billion for a 234,460 m² area). It is built with a distinctive imaginative architecture with many curved sculptures and fountains, and the building is designed to not have much of a view of the city outside, creating an oasis-like atmosphere separate from the surrounding city. Ohori Park is a place for Fukuoka residents to relax. Inside the park, there is a Japanese garden, an art museum, a Noh theater, and a boathouse. When walking around the large pond, you will see locals doing various activities, such as taking a leisurely stroll with their dogs, walking, or jogging.
Fukuoka Tower is a landmark tower in Fukuoka. From the observation deck, you can see the sea and Fukuoka city. The night view of Fukuoka city from a height of 123 meters is very beautiful. It is also a famous venue for illuminations in winter.
Shika Island is an island located in Hakata Bay. It is conveniently accessible by car or bus from Fukuoka City, as it covers an important area in Japanese history. We can therefore see stone inscriptions and shrines with a long history here. In addition, the island is only a 15-minute drive around the island, so we can drive around and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the sea in a leisurely manner.
* In order to fully enjoy ourselves, lunch and dinner are not provided. *
Accommodation FUKUOKA AREA HOTEL or equivalent 3-star level

It is time to check out and check your luggage before traveling to Fukuoka Airport.
Check in and load your luggage to travel back to Thailand.
08.55 Depart for Bangkok, Thai Vietjet Air, Flight No. VZ 811
13.00 Arrive at Suvarnabhumi Airport, Bangkok safely with great impressions.