Title: Visit Kyushu and Okinawa: Best of Kyushu and Okinawa Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca

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# Kyushu and Okinawa

## Travel Guide

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## Visit Kyushu and Okinawa

Where to stay

Things to do

#### These areas of Japan have seen major influences from Western nations during times of peace and war.

Kyushu and the Okinawa Prefecture are the southernmost islands of Japan. See the contrasts of modern cities, blended cultures, World War II aftermath and picturesque beaches.

One of the most famous cities on Kyushu is Nagasaki, an area developed with Japanese, Portuguese, Spanish, and French influences. The city is also one of two significantly damaged by atomic bombs during World War II. Learn the story of this disastrous event at the Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum. At the Peace Park nearby, reflect on the lost lives of city residents and the hope that nuclear weapons will never again be used. Nagasaki City has been rebuilt into a modern center of commerce and culture.

See Western-style residences at Glover Garden, the Ouro Catholic Church and the restored Dejima Protestant Seminary now holding Japanese archeological finds. Take a boat trip to Hashima, an island of coal shaped to appear as a battleship. Sample Shiboku cuisine, a mix of Japanese and Western foods eaten as a shared meal around a lacquered table. Follow it with castella, a Portuguese sponge cake.

More than 500 miles (800 kilometers) southwest of Kyushu Island is Okinawa, far closer to China than to Tokyo. The prefecture includes more than 200 of the Ryukyu islands. Tour some of the islands by boat to enjoy rugged coastlines, coral reefs and sandy beaches.

Visit the Okinawa Prefectural Peace Memorial Museum, which gives a local perspective of the island’s invasion during World War II and the American occupation that followed. Visit the Okinawa Prefectural Museum and Art Museum for displays of local artists, without any political perspective. Other popular spots include the aquarium, botanical gardens, zoo, Hiji Falls near Nago and scenic cliffs on the northern shores. U.S. military complexes occupy a portion of the island of Okinawa.

Tour other islands in the Ryukyu chain to explore ruins of ancient castles, hike forested trails and enjoy splendid beaches.

For a pleasant mix of East meets West, visit Japan’s Kyushu Island and Okinawa Prefecture.

### Where to stay in Kyushu and Okinawa

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### Hakata Ward

4.5/5(41 area reviews)

 Home to government and commercial establishments, Hakata-ku offers shopping and entertainment at Canal City Hakata and traditional crafts like Hakata ningyō dolls. Savor local cuisine in Nakasu, such as Hakata ramen. Easy access to Hakata Station and Fukuoka Airport. 

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### Tenjin

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

 Unique features of Tenjin include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Solaria Plaza or Yatai while you're exploring the area. 

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### Hakata Ekimae

 Hakata Ekimae is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Canal City Hakata and Amu Plaza Hakata. 

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![Okinawa showing a cascade and rainforest](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/59000/59384-Okinawa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Naha City Centre

4.5/5(36 area reviews)

 The parks and historic sites are just a few things visitors like about Naha City Centre. Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Tomari Port are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Miebashi Station or Kenchomae Station to get around the larger area. 

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### Yufuin Onsen

4.5/5(6 area reviews)

 Unique features of Yufuin Onsen include the hot springs and lake views. Make a stop by Yufuin Stained Glass Museum or Kyushu Yufuin Folk Village while you're exploring the area. 

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### Chuo Ward

4.5/5(19 area reviews)

 Centered in Fukuoka city, Chūō-ku boasts bustling downtown areas like Tenjin and Daimyō, and the renowned Nagahama fish market. Explore attractions such as Fukuoka Art Museum, Ōhori Park, and Acros Fukuoka for a diverse experience. 

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- Kyushu and Okinawa Hotel Deals
- Vacation Rentals in Kyushu and Okinawa

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THE NEST NAHA

1-6-1 Naha Okinawa

CA $97

CA $107 total

Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026

Stay at this hotel in Naha. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Naha Cruise ...

9/10 Wonderful! (419 reviews)

We were quite satisfy with the property, but there are some defects that we hope that can be noticed: 1\. the sewage drum and pipes under the sink produces a nasty smell and bad hygiene, rusty parts also found underneath. 2\. the wood framework of the beds have hidden danger which might hurt the foot ...

Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025

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JR KYUSHU HOTEL Blossom Hakata Chuo

2-2-11,Hakata Ekimae,Hakata Fukuoka Fukuoka

CA $164

CA $181 total

Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026

Stay at this hotel in Fukuoka. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...

9/10 Wonderful! (1,727 reviews)

Room was good, a bit crowded with table & chair as we had 2 full size suitcases. Breakfast had lots of choices! Located near station!!!

Reviewed on Dec 10, 2025

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THE BLOSSOM HAKATA Premier

2-8-12 Hakataekimae Fukuoka Fukuoka

CA $168

CA $186 total

Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026

Stay at this hotel in Fukuoka. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 coffee shops/cafes, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,716 reviews)

It was 18th floor Very convinient location

Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025

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Grand STAY Hakata Station North

3-chome-15-4 Katakasu, Hakata Ward Fukuoka Fukuoka

Book a stay at this business-friendly apartment in Fukuoka. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and Netflix. Popular attractions Canal City Hakata and Marine Messe ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (233 reviews)

Everything was good, except it is a bit far from the station.

Reviewed on Oct 24, 2025

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7-30 Yamanokuchicho Kagoshima Kagoshima

Stay at this aparthotel in Kagoshima. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a sauna. Popular attractions Mount Sakurajima and Tenmonkan Street are located ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (84 reviews)

Love this hotel. Every room has a washing machine and it is spacious. Parking is in surrounding areas which make it a little inconvenient. The food truck in front of the hotel served yummy breakfast and also value for money.

Reviewed on Dec 7, 2025

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SG Residence Inn Hakata

2-17-20 Toko, Hakata-Ku Fukuoka Fukuoka

Stay at this apartment in Fukuoka. Enjoy free WiFi, in-room soaking tubs, and slippers. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular attractions ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (458 reviews)

離博多站有點遠，但房內設施都很好，很乾淨

Reviewed on Aug 27, 2025

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### Popular places to visit

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#### American Village

3/5(5 reviews)

This American-style mall offers a huge selection of shopping and entertainment options as well as one of the biggest amusement parks on Okinawa.

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![Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium showing marine life and interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/84000/84437-Okinawa-Churaumi-Aquarium.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Marvel at huge whale sharks in one of the world’s largest aquariums at this marine center that recreates the aquatic environment of Okinawa’s waters.

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#### Kokusai-dori Shopping Street

4.5/5(11 reviews)

Naha’s lively main street is home to an array of superb restaurants, souvenir shops and galleries selling fine glassware.

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#### Canal City Hakata

4.5/5(19 reviews)

You can search for that perfect souvenir with a trip to Canal City Hakata, a popular shopping spot in Fukuoka. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. 

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#### Huis Ten Bosch

5/5(3 reviews)

Have a fun-filled day at Huis Ten Bosch and find out why this is a popular theme park in Sasebo. Stroll along the seaside or visit the spas while you're in the area. 

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#### Mizuho PayPay Dome Fukuoka

5/5(1 review)

Cheer on the Fukuoka Softbank Hawks, one of Japan’s most beloved and successful baseball teams, in a hyper-modern stadium.

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## Cities near Kyushu and Okinawa

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### Ishigaki

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### Miyazaki

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### Kumamoto

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### Kagoshima

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