Partners Information: Habu Park is located in Nakama, a city in the northern part of Fukuoka Prefecture on Kyushu island. It is a short 5-minute walk from JR Chikuzenhabu Station, which is about an hour-long train ride from JR Hakata Station.

Partners Information: Amami Oshima is a larger-scale outer island that belongs to Kagoshima Prefecture in Kyushu. Located almost right in the middle of Kagoshima and Okinawa Prefectures, Amami Oshima has plenty to offer in terms of culture and sightseeing, equipped with an eclectic mix of elements from mainland Japan and Okinawa.

Partners Information: Yanagawa is often referred to as 'the city of water' or 'the Venice of Kyushu' because of its extensive network of canals. During spring, a relaxing cruise in the local 'donko-bune' gondolas along these waterways becomes even more enjoyable thanks to the many cherry blossom trees lining the canals.

Partners Information: Ume (plum blossoms) begin blooming in February, heralding the coming of spring and filling the air with their delicate fragrance. Here are eight places in the Kansai region you can enjoy these beautiful flowers.

Wakayama Prefecture has been voted the winner of the Sustainability category for Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2021 Readers’ Choice Awards. Find out more and discover some inspiration for your next trip.