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MICHIKUSA

Let‘s Travel like a Local!

What is Michikusa English Travel WEB Journal

Michikusa Travel WEB Journal is a free English-language paper and website for international travelers, who wish to explore Kyushu deeply and experience the region like a local.

Since its founding in 2000, Michikusa Journal has introduced active, in-depth tourism information originating locally in Japanese. Editor-in-Chief Eiko Fukunaga grew up in Italy and relocated to Southern Kyushu in 2000. From the start, she felt the southern Kyushu resembles Italy and possesses remarkable potential as a tourist destination. Warm climate, rich food culture, beautiful coastlines, and captivating mountains―both regions share compelling tourist appeal. Fukunaga has organized numerous remarkable experiences exploring the Kyushu islands and founded a travel company enabling immersive journeys like a local resident. She is convinced now is the perfect time to launch the English-Japanese travel WEB journal MICHIKUSA for those who cherish deeply rooted, immersive travel in Kyushu’s Regions.

We invite you all to read our journal and make Kyushu your travel destination May you have the most memorable journey of your life.

South Kyushu’s Regional Highlights and Deep Dive Experiences

  • Southern Kyushu is truly a gem in the rough for Japanese tourism. Moving forward, it will captivate travelers with its deep experiences—from stunning natural landscapes and cultural heritage to artisan traditions—and opportunities for genuine human connection.

  • Offering volcanic landscapes, healing hot springs, and warm hospitality, it provides an alternative distinct from Japan's bustling cities. For travelers seeking authentic regional experiences, it will become an ideal destination to linger over.

  • We've prepared tours featuring highlights and in-depth experiences. We hope you'll join us.

    ※Our website offers a wilder variety of activities and menus, so please take a look

Experience Menu

Our team of travel experts will assist you in creating your custom journey through Southern and Central Kyushu. Each member is a regional specialist who has passionately contributed to the production of the travel magazine “Michikusa.” They possess deep local knowledge. Furthermore, they share a love for travel and a spirit of discovery, ready to celebrate new finds together, ensuring your journey is truly enriching and fulfilling.

Journey to Meet the Artisans: To Aya, the Village of Craft

As a travel agency promoting eco-tours, we introduce trips to Aya Town.

A 40-minute drive from the airport brings you to Aya Town in Miyazaki Prefecture. Known for its evergreen broadleaf forests, Aya has pioneered authentic community development as a town of crafts and organic agriculture. We offer semi-customized Aya journeys tailored just for you.
How about a journey combining pottery experiences, dyeing workshops, weaving experiences, studio tours, and strolls through evergreen broadleaf forests? Savor delicious cuisine unique to Aya while enjoying a leisurely pace.

1 Half-Day Customized Tour

(Included in price: itinerary planning, local Japanese guide service, experience fees, round-trip taxi fare from Miyazaki Airport or city center, insurance, tax)

1 person: ¥60,500~¥71,500
2 people: ¥77,000~¥88,000

※Additional ¥22,000 per person thereafter

2 Full-Day Customized Tour

1 person: ¥77,000~¥88,000
2 people: ¥88,000~¥99,000

※Additional ¥33,000 per person thereafter

★Please inquire if an English guide is required. Additional fees apply, but arrangements can be made.
★ Rental car plans are also available.

Discover Japan's Timeless Way of Life on a Hidden Gem Journey:Reverence for Nature

Living in harmony with nature. Our Treasure Journey features abundant interactions with the villagers of Nishimera, who uphold the samurai spirit honoring Lord Kikuchi and the Japanese tradition of “knowing when enough is enough.”

From Miyazaki Airport or Kagoshima Airport, it takes about 1 hour and 45 minutes to reach this small village, often called Kyushu's secret paradise. The journey itself is enjoyable, with many sights to see along the way.
Leave the customization of your itinerary to us. We primarily plan tours in English, working with you to refine the schedule. We also prepare alternative plans to accommodate changes in weather on the day, ensuring a relaxed and enjoyable trip.
This is a hidden gem journey where you'll discover the Japanese way of life and the heart that reveres and cherishes nature.

1Full-Day Customized Rental Car Tour

(Included in price: itinerary planning, local Japanese guide service, experience fees, insurance, lunch, tax)
※Rental car fee not included

1 person: ¥66,000
2 people: ¥77,000

※Additional ¥16,500 per person thereafter

2 2-Day/1-Night Customized Rental Car Tour

(Included in price: itinerary planning, local Japanese guide service, experience fees, accommodation, dinner, insurance, tax)
※Rental car fee not included

1 person: ¥99,000
2 people: ¥132,000

※Additional ¥33,000 per person thereafter

3 Full-Day Customized Taxi Tour

(Included in price: itinerary planning, local Japanese guide service, experience fees, round-trip taxi fare from Miyazaki Airport, Kagoshima Airport, or Hitoyoshi Bus Terminal, insurance, tax)

1 person: ¥99,000~¥132,000
2 people: ¥132,000~¥165,000

※Additional ¥55,000 per person thereafter

★Please inquire if an English guide is required. Additional fees apply, but arrangements can be made.
★Please inquire if a rental car is needed. Additional fees apply, but arrangements can be made separately

NOTICE

2026.03.06
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3-191 Daiku, Miyazaki-shi, Miyazaki-ken, Japan