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SPRING RECOMMENDED DESTINATION KYUSHU AREA

Here are some destinations around hotels in Kyushu area which are perfect for enjoying Spring.

Fairfield by Marriott Fukuoka Ukiha

Chikugo Yoshii Ohinasama Meguri

1043-2 Yoshii-cho, Ukiha, Fukuoka   Feb 11 to Mar 20, 2025  Open 10:00~17:00

You can see Yoshii Hina Dolls with special characteristics “Okiage” and “Hakobina” styles owned by old historical families in the town. During the time, you can go around the town to look up various Hina Dolls created in Edo period to these days.

 

Cherry blossom in Nagare River

Nagare River, Ukihamachi, Ukiha, Fukuoka

The cherry trees line a 2-kilometer stretch along the Nagare River. The narrow promenade along the rows of cherry trees is densely packed with trees, making it look like a tunnel of cherry blossoms.

 

 

Fairfield by Marriott Saga Ureshino Onsen

Ureshino Onsen Park

12-1 Ko Shimono Ureshinomachi, Ureshino, Saga

The Gothic-style building across the river from Ureshino Onsen Park is Ureshino Onsen Public Bathhouse “Siebold's Hot Spring”. When photographed with cherry blossoms, it creates a retro atmosphere, and when the cherry blossoms begin to fall, a carpet of cherry blossoms spreads over the park.

 

Nandoryo’s Century Cherry Blossom

2200 Ko Yoshida Ureshinomachi, Ureshino, Saga

A lone cherry tree blooming in the middle of a mountain with tea plantations. The tree height is 13 meters and 100 years old. The cherry tree has been carefully protected by the local people for a long time, and its existence was unknown until a few years ago. Contrasting beautifully with the tea plantations, these cherry blossoms are a picturesque sight.

 

Mifuneyama Rakuen Flower Festival

4100 Takeo Takeocho, Takeo, Saga   Mar 14 to Apr 6, 2025  Open 8:00~22:00

This festival is the largest night cherry blossom event in Kyushu with about 2,000 trees of cherry blossoms. The night view mirroring water lantern and the contrast between cherry blossom low and manly rock face are the must-see spot.

 

 

Fairfield by Marriott Kumamoto Aso

Isshingyo Cherry Tree

3226-1 Nakamatsu, Minamiaso, Aso District, Kumamoto

Surrounded by a carpet of rape blossoms, this 400-year-old single cherry tree (yamazakura) is a symbol of Minamiaso Village.

 

Kuju Flower Park

4050 Kuju Kujumachi, Taketa, Oita  Open 8:30~17:30

Almost 500 kinds of flowers and 5 million flowers are grown in the huge area of Aso National Park on the 850-meter altitude. Eventually, tulips, nemophila, and other flowers bloom and become a colorful patchwork view.

 

[Fruit Country] COUPLES

1003-3 Nishimachi, Aso, Kumamoto

Open 〈Mon-Fri〉10:30~15:00 〈Sat〉10:30~16:00 〈Sun/Holiday〉10:00~16:00

All fruits in this farm are grown either without pesticides or with less pesticides. Until the end of May, there are strawberries without pesticides. Also, in the shop, they sell handmade apple pies or strawberry flavored ice cream.

 

 

Fairfield by Marriott Kagoshima Tarumizu

Cherry Blossom in Senganen

9700-1 Yoshinocho, Kagoshima, Kagoshima Open 9:00~17:00

The view of Sakurajima, Kinko Bay, and approximately 150 cherry trees from the Shimadzu family's villa is a must-see. The best time to view the cherry blossoms is usually from early February to early April. Various events are also held during the festival.

 

Fireworks with Sakurajima 2025

Marine Port Kagoshima 1 Chūōkōshinmachi, Kagoshima, Kagoshima  Date Apr 26, 2025 
Open 15:00~   Fireworks Hour: 19:30~20:30

This is a fireworks display where you can enjoy artistic fireworks with Sakurajima in the background. The “Artistic Fireworks” is composed of a combination of artistic balls created by pyrotechnicians, which are carefully programmed to synchronize with the rhythm and tune of the music. 

 

Kagoshima Spring Festival Dai-Hanya

4-4 Honkoshinmachi, Kagoshima, Kagoshima
Date  Apr 26 and 27, 2025    Open 〈Apr 26〉10:00~18:00 〈Apr 27〉10:00~18:30

This festival is held in many spots in Kagoshima City to pray all prosperity with a call “Hanya!” Yosakoi dancers coming from all over Japan will show their original and characteristic performance throughout the event.