Itinerary

Day 1: Hakata sightseeing and food stalls

Connect with other foodies, enjoy old-timey street vibes, and savor addicting Japanese cuisine with Hakata's bustling food stalls! Here, you can experience traditional Japanese culture while interacting with locals.

Day 2: Arita ware experience. Related to the Expo's theme, "connecting lives."

Delve deep into the beauty of Arita ware, a traditional craft passed down in the region for over 400 years, by visiting the workshops of skilled artisans in Arita. English-speaking guides will provide explanations about Arita ware, and after learning about it, you can unearth unique pieces during a treasure hunt and take home retro Arita ware. The Arita ware tour offers a glimpse into the craftsmanship and spirit of artisans, connecting lives and preserving the essence of traditional craftsmanship for the future.

Day 3: Kumamoto sightseeing

Walk beside the footsteps of Japan's ancestors at Kumamoto Castle, a grand structure highly equipped with various defense mechanisms designed for warfare. At the Contemporary Art Museum Kumamoto, you can enjoy a number of artworks integrated into the facility's architecture, as well as fantastic artwork by world-renowned artist, Yayoi Kusama.

Day 4: Watch Takachiho Kagura (a ceremonial Shinto dance). Related to the Expo's theme, "empowering lives."

Welcome to the world of mythology. Why not experience the power of life with "Takachiho Night Kagura?" The performance, held in the Kagura Hall on Takachiho Shrine's grounds, uses the representative fourth song out of 33 Kagura songs and includes "Tajikarao," "Uzume," "Totori" and "Goshintai" dances. Here, you can immerse yourself in the world of mythology, which transcends language barriers. Enjoy the authentic performances offered by dancers from each community on a rotating basis at "Takachiho Night Kagura," designated as an Important Intangible Folk Cultural Asset of Japan.

Day 5: Travel from Miyazaki Airport to Tokyo, and begin your homebound journey

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