Fujita Kanko’s tips for summer vacation: Kyushu, Japan is a destination on the rise

TOKYO - Summer is around the corner, and Kyushu, the southern island of Japan, with its rich culture, enchanting geography and popular attractions is a destination on the rise for international vacationers. KLM now flies directly from Europe to Fukuoka, Kyushu’s main gate, making travel to Kyushu easier.

“Whether you are an adventurer who explores beautiful mountains and oceans or a flaneur who enjoys the sights and sounds of the city, Kyushu is an ideal destination,” said Masato Okudate, General Manager of Canal City Fukuoka Washington Hotel. “There are festivals, seasonal local foods and beautiful nature to enjoy in the summer, and we love assisting international travelers with everything from sightseeing to arranging and suggesting itinerary and transportation around Kyushu.”

Washington Hotels, a chain operated by Fujita Kanko Inc., has three locations in major destinations around Kyushu: Canal City Fukuoka Washington Hotel, Nagasaki Washington Hotel and Sasebo Washington Hotel. Each hotel is located just a short walk from train and bus stations, providing affordable comfort and easy access to major tourist destinations, such as:

    Hakata, Fukuoka - Lively harbor town and home to famous dishes like pork ramen and spicy cod roe and a major commercial complex, Canal City Hakata, where the Washington Hotel is located. Hakata Gion Yamakasa, a big summer festival held in July, culminates with a race between teams from local neighborhoods carrying 1-ton floats through the city.
    Nakasu & Tenjin in Hakata – Culinary adventurers flock here to dine at Yatai, street-side food stalls that serve a variety of Japanese fare. Nakasu and Tenjin are the busiest areas in Kyushu with thousands of restaurants and large-scale shopping centers.
    Nagasaki - A beautiful and historic port city uniquely situated along the steep slope of a mountain with many attractions such as O-ura Tenshu-do, Japan’s oldest Christian church.
    Sasebo - Home to the U.S. Navy base and popular resorts like the Saikai Pearl Sea Resort and Huis Ten Bosch, Sasebo is very English-ready for travels and a great place to slow down.

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