7 Culture Dejima, Nagasaki Lily Dejima is an historical trading post that connected Japan with the outside world during the country's Sakoku Period of enforced..
Activities Akune Oshima Christopher Lawson Akune Oshima is a sandy, emerald-green island jewel off the coast of Kagoshima. Perfect for for marine activities, deer spotting..
Food Kagoshima Ramen Championship 2026 Late Feb The Kagoshima Ramen Festival involves various ramen chefs battling it out to be awarded the title of the prefecture's best ramen...
Activities Kamigoto in the Goto Islands Tristan Scholze A historic and beautiful little island off the coast of Nagasaki, Kamigoto appeals to those who enjoy beach life, hearty cuisi..
Culture A Happy Stay In Hita Arlene Bastion A stay in Hita is a happy stay. Mountain and river scenery provide idyllic walks, while specially maintained parts of the town enable..
Nightlife Chotto Ippai Kim Bergström Nagasaki's Chotto Ippai is a fun bar with a unique reason to visit! Grab a permanent marker from the bar staff, and sign your..
8 Culture Glover Garden, Nagasaki Lily Clover Garden in Nagasaki City, is home to the former Clover Residence. Considered to be Japan's oldest example of western architecture,..
Activities Hokusatsu Regional Park, Kagoshima Christopher Lawson Located on the outskirts of the small town of Miyanojo in Kagoshima on Kyushu Island lies Hokusatsu Regional Park. With a diverse..
