FUKUOKA JAPANSTORIES & GUIDE

Navigating around Fukuoka City, Kumamoto City and Kagoshima City

Suggested guided package tours

For participants in the World Aquatics Masters Championships. Enjoy a package of accommodation, transport and activities for participants of the World Aquatics Masters Championships before and after the event.
For tourists arranging their own travel plans

Recommendations

Traffic
Navigate between Fukuoka City,
Kumamoto City and Kagoshima City.
I. From Fukuoka City to
Kumamoto City
40 minutes by Shinkansen
2 hours by bus
II. From Fukuoka City to
Kagoshima City
1 hour 40 minutes by Shinkansen
4 hours 15 minutes by bus
III. From Kumamoto City to
Kagoshima City
1 hour by Shinkansen
3 hours 15 minutes by bus
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JR Kyushu Rail Pass
Unlimited travel passes for all trains in Kyushu.
JR Kyushu Rail Pass is a great value ticket for foreign visitors to Japan, allowing you to easily travel between multiple cities in Kyushu. There are 4 types of Rail Pass based on passenger needs.
JR KYUSHU RAIL PASS
  • All Kyushu
  • Northern Kyushu
  • Southern Kyushu
  • Fukuoka Wide
* The Sanyo Shinkansen between Hakata and Kokura is not available.
  • All Kyushu
    local trains, limited express trains,
    Shinkansen
    3 Days
    Adult
    JPY 17,000
    Child
    JPY 8,500
    5 Days
    Adult
    JPY 18,500
    Child
    JPY 9,250
    7 Days
    Adult
    JPY 20,000
    Child
    JPY 10,000
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SUNQ Pass
Unlimited travel passes on buses in Kyushu.
The SUNQ Pass is a “free-pass” style ticket which allows unlimited rides on nearly all highway buses, city buses, and ferries in Kyushu as well as in the Shimonoseki/Nagato area of Yamaguchi Prefecture. The pass is eligible for roughly 2,400 bus routes, allowing you to get around Kyushu with just one ticket. You are now able to use it on ferries, so it is even more convenient. With just this pass, you can go anywhere, so long as buses are running. Give this economical ticket a try, and fully experience the fun of a journey by bus!
For more information, click the banner below!
SUNQパス
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City tour pass
How to get the best deals on tours in Fukuoka City, Kumamoto City and Kagoshima City.
  • FUKUOKA City
    The FUKUOKA TOURIST CITY PASS is a convenient transportation pass when you are in Fukuoka. It offer one day unlimited rides on buses, trains, subways and ferries. The pass can also be used to receive special privileges at tourist facilities.
  • KUMAMOTO City
    Public transportation facilities in Kumamoto City includes buses, taxis and Kumamoto City Tram. To go to major sightseeing spots such as Kumamoto Castle and Suizenji Joju-en Garden, Kumamoto City Tram will be a great way to go
  • KAGOSHIMA City
    CUTE allows unlimited travel using municipal buses (including Kagoshima View buses and Sakurajima Island View buses), streetcars and Sakurajima Ferry. Two types of CUTE are available: One-day unlimited, and two-day unlimited pass.
Stay
Recommended accommodation for a comfortable stay in Fukuoka City, Kumamoto City and Kagoshima City.
Click here for accommodation in each city.
Food
Find information on recommended restaurants to enjoy in Fukuoka City, Kumamoto City and Kagoshima City below.
  • FUKUOKA
  • KUMAMOTO
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  • KAGOSHIMA
Other Information
You can check events information and more during the Masters Tournament here!