I am a Japanese high school student,but I like this movie so much. Every time I see comments here, I feel happy to know there are many people who loves Japan. Thank you for every one who like Japan!!
Thank you for this wonderful video. I've been living in Kyushu for 3 years now and I would not change it for anything in the world. It's a mesmerizing island wherever you go.
Whoa! A 25 minute video! Loved it. It's great that you had time to go into a little more detail about each place and give us some personal insight. Didn't feel as rushed as some of your other videos. Well done!
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Wow, what a great video. This is exactly what I was planning to do. So nice to see someone has put such a quality piece together showcasing a beautiful less travelled part of the country.
I much prefer this more long form video. I find it much more useful and the details much more interesting. Thank you guys for putting out some great content!
I love travelling to Japan, and Kyushu is one of my favourites for the food, onsen, scenery and hospitality. Thanks for making a video on Kyushu, it is often left behind in Japan travel information!
Thank you for the longer video! Finally we can enjoy Japan's amazing scenery on your channel without too much rushing! Please post more videos like this, it's really helpful for trip research! 🇯🇵💖💖💖
Great video. Wife is from a town just east of Fukuoka and most of my memories of Japan involve travels across northern Kyushu that you covered. Some of the most beautiful scenery imaginable. My favorite was the Mt. Aso caldera complex--think have been there 3 times and at times when you could go up to the crater. Am always ready to go again. Remember my daughter when she was little riding the horses which you showed and remember the views that you showed. And the food!!!
A most remarkable and exotically beautiful country. And this documentary is artistically composed giving one a genuine sense of what puts Japan and Japanese culture at the core of ones memorable experiences. Thank you
God, I miss Japan. Daicombo. Such a beautiful place. And it saddens me to know the castle was damaged in an earthquake. Last time I saw it. Was 2015. I really want to go back. Badly. I swear, you go to Japan once. And it just gets in your blood. Japan is a beautiful and peaceful country. And the people are always wonderful. I love Japan. It’s my second home.
I rode a lot of Kyushu on a bicycle named Nimbus. The last trip, I flew into Osaka and took the ferry into Oita. I headed North along the coast and finally found my way to Kitakyushu and Fukuoka. After Fukuoka, I headed inland to Sawara and did a challenging climb to Mount Sefuri. I continued to ride around for a few more weeks. Japan is the safest country I've cycled in. Thanks for sharing the video. It brought back a lot of happy memories.
One of the best video I have watched about Japan's scenery. You have certainly put remendous effort and time. Thanks bro. I have fallen in love with Japan during the Pandemic when I didn't have much to do and decided to learn more about countries.
I just came back from Japan last Friday ( 2nd trip) there. These are the places I want to see. I know many people love Tokyo but out of the 3 major cities Kyoto was by far the best. I did my research and found the most amazing hidden areas with minimal tourists It was amazing
I’m planning our second trip to Japan. (I watched your videos as I planned our first trip in 2019.) This time, the emphasis will be on mini drives like this one off the beaten path (but comfortably). Thank goodness your videos exist. Appreciate your great work!
Kyushu looks like another gem of Japan. The picturization is awesome and makes us feel that we part of the journey. Thank you so much Japan Guide and Sam Evans. Love to Japan from India. Arigato Gozaimasu 🙏☺️😊✌🏻
Wow! This video reminds me how stunning and just simply beautiful Yufuin and Kurokawa Onsen is. Visited these two places last autumn and the autumn foliage just gives you that tranquil feeling. Ugh, would definitely come back to this place
Terrific video. It must have taken a tremendous amount of work to put this together; perhaps it's also slightly disheartening that so much work went into this, and there should have more views. So just wanted to drop this note to let you guys know it is greatly appreciated, that most of us who watched it really loved it. Cheers, Japan-Guide.
I highly recommend it. I talk about visiting onsen in Beppu (and elsewhere) a bit in my blog. Check it out if you're interested! theworldsoutside.com/2019/10/02/hell-or-hot-water/
Wonderful! I’ve been to Kyushu on two different holidays but aside from a Kumamoto haven’t been to any of the places in this video. We did have a sand onsen in Ibusuki though. One of my favourite places in Kyushu would be Kashima where the highlight was visiting the Yutoku Inari Shrine. Thankyou again for the amazing video.
if you ever go back, try to visit Usa Jingu, Kunisaki peninsula (Rokugo Manzan Temples), both in Oita Prefecture. Yotoku Inari Shrine is really beautiful and peaceful. When I went in 2011, I didn't see many international tourists. The crowd really thins out as you hike up the side of the mountain.
The crater of mount Aso it’s a highlight, it’s amazing and strange looking like an ancient prehistoric sight, you were so close, hopefully you’ll be back.
This video is so underrated！I always want to have a roadtrip just like this when I visit Japan and the way you plan it is just perfect！the video is beautiful and well explained too！
Ooooh. A long one! Thanks for another fantastic video! We'll be in both Beppu and Yufuin in our upcoming trip. Too bad we don't have time to fit Kumamoto in as well... but it just gives us reasons to come back again.
Your videos is absolutely fabulous. I enjoyed the whole clip with your clear, precise and stunning scenes along your route. You actually missed driving to Takachiho Gorge which is not far from Mt. Aso or Kumamoto. The food served is heaven on earth. Thank you so much.
G'day Sam. Thanks so much -great narration, music, filming and music. Such a lively interesting part of Japan. Am returning to Kyushu for the 5th visit b4 Xmas and will follow you guide.
This is really a beautiful country! Even many greens on the highway, I'll definitely enjoy a lot of driving. Great video with sound and animator. P: S: I'm glad that Chaly is fine. I saw this video =D
I’ve been to those places using my japan rail pass, but I guess driving is more interesting cause you can stop and go when ever you feel. Ohhhh I miss Japan so much
A nice video that has me wanting to visit some of those places too. I've been to Kurokawa Onsen, which is an absolutely delightful town full of different Onsen experiences & ever so relaxing. So it was lovely seeing it again.
For all people watching - he says "give your body a good rinse" before getting in the bath but you actually have to give your body a good WASH before getting in - this is very important and you will most likely be frowned upon if you enter the bath by just rinsing, without washing first. It's a big no no in Japan. It's why he says don't let the towel touch the water - it's because you wash your body with the towel.
Only rinsing is fine at most hot spring baths, especially in historical hot spring resorts where toji (therapeutic bathing) has been popular. At many old-fashioned hot spring bath there are not even any alternatives to rinsing because they are not equipped with showers or washing areas. And in some cases, the use of soap may even be prohibited. Hot springs are primarily about getting dirty with minerals. Don't confuse them with public baths.
@@japanguide I was hyperbolic in my comment because I didn’t want tourists to be judged by other Japanese people, most who surprisingly don’t know the ‘kakeyu' (rinsing) tradition. The reality is rather complicated. Could discuss onsen etiquette for hours but basically it’s safer to wash yourself first. That is the norm in 90% of onsens that foreigners will go to. In fact the latest poster advising Japanese onsen etiquette to foreigners by the Japan Spa Association explicitly says “Please wash your body before entering the bath”. You’re absolutely right that some onsens don’t have soaps or showers. Some don’t provide soaps because they do the job for you by removing dead skin and dirt from you like the hydrogen carbonate, sulfur, sulfuric acid and alkaline onsens. Others, because as you say, promote a more therapeutic experience. And because onsens are so stimulating, it’s best not to be too vigorous when washing off your dead skin as you could end up with ’yuatari’ (headache and other symptoms from onsen). There are those who say kakeyu is the norm in Kansai whereas in Kanto and up, it’s washing. I don’t know about that, but I’ve been to more than 50 onsens in my life in Japan, I am Japanese, and I’ve only ever seen a couple of people enter without washing first. So 臨機応変 is called for I think (very useful term for anyone studying Japanese!)
think live there can be long life, good air, peace, less people , etc your vedio is superb with drone to see the whole area! makes me want to go visit Japan ! Thanks for sharing !
We literally did this trip last year at the same time of year! we had beautiful weather for most of it but unfortunately couldn't see much of oita prefecture for rain and cloud!
Holy smokes I stayed at Yamabiko Ryokan! The room i stayed in overlooked that river that runs through the town and they have 2 main bathing area's that change gender at midnight as well as about 8 to 10 "private" onsen rooms that were open use, just walk up and lock the door. That last shot of Yamabiko where there are workers bowing down and waving goodbye is the real deal as they walk you out to your car.
I am a Japanese high school student,but I like this movie so much.
Every time I see comments here, I feel happy to know there are many people who loves Japan.
Thank you for every one who like Japan!!
Thank you so much!!
I'm a Japanese from Kyoshu and still lives in Kyushu. I have to say this video did a great job showing good side of Kyushu. Well done.
Thank you so much!
Traveling to Japan? Watch this video for highlights of Hokkaido, Kyushu, Shikoku & Okinawa Islands!
ruclips.net/video/w_YMDEDY5A8/видео.html
Basically a cable budget documentary, but on RUclips for free. Thank you, these are really enjoyable. And without ads? This channel is full of saints.
I've been Binge watching all of japan guide video, i just found your channel today and i feel really blessed right now. Please keep it up!
Glad to have found this
Thank you for this wonderful video. I've been living in Kyushu for 3 years now and I would not change it for anything in the world. It's a mesmerizing island wherever you go.
Whoa! A 25 minute video!
Loved it. It's great that you had time to go into a little more detail about each place and give us some personal insight. Didn't feel as rushed as some of your other videos. Well done!
Thank you! We're really happy you enjoyed the longer format!
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Thank you - refreshing to see videos and guides for 'hidden gems'. This has given me inspiration on where to visit for my next trip to Japan.
This place was actually the inspiration for Pokémon’s Hoenn Region.
This is one of my favourites Japan’s blog on RUclips
I went to Beppu and Aso in 2013, this video made me remind my trip. Thanks for the good memories.
Wow, what a great video. This is exactly what I was planning to do. So nice to see someone has put such a quality piece together showcasing a beautiful less travelled part of the country.
I much prefer this more long form video. I find it much more useful and the details much more interesting. Thank you guys for putting out some great content!
I love travelling to Japan, and Kyushu is one of my favourites for the food, onsen, scenery and hospitality. Thanks for making a video on Kyushu, it is often left behind in Japan travel information!
Sam Evans noddingly appreciating food and drink:
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love you guys, really quality content (also besides the nods)
*nods appreciatively*
Thank you for the longer video! Finally we can enjoy Japan's amazing scenery on your channel without too much rushing! Please post more videos like this, it's really helpful for trip research! 🇯🇵💖💖💖
Great video. Wife is from a town just east of Fukuoka and most of my memories of Japan involve travels across northern Kyushu that you covered.
Some of the most beautiful scenery imaginable. My favorite was the Mt. Aso caldera complex--think have been there 3 times and at times when you could go up to the crater. Am always ready to go again. Remember my daughter when she was little riding the horses which you showed and remember the views that you showed. And the food!!!
Was in Kyushu in February just before the lockdown. Really enjoyed Beppu and the Kurokawa Mountain range. The landscape is simply stunning
Welcome to hoenn everyone
Hehehe
It should've used trumpets instead of techno pianos
Finally a 25 minute video to do justice to your quality video
A most remarkable and exotically beautiful country. And this documentary is artistically composed giving one a genuine sense of what puts Japan and Japanese culture at the core of ones memorable experiences. Thank you
Clean editing and Wonderful Sound design..the music and voiceovers flow very well.
Yes, the pacing is very nice, great pictures as well. I could watch them for hours.
Thanks!
I really like this format (longer). As usual, keep up the good work!
God, I miss Japan. Daicombo. Such a beautiful place. And it saddens me to know the castle was damaged in an earthquake. Last time I saw it. Was 2015. I really want to go back. Badly. I swear, you go to Japan once. And it just gets in your blood. Japan is a beautiful and peaceful country. And the people are always wonderful. I love Japan. It’s my second home.
The longer format is great, please do more of these.
This was a lovely adventure thank you!! Also really enjoyed the long video and really missed Sam!🌸😊
Everything looks beautiful & peaceful, even the rice in the bowl! It has incredible texture and looks so fresh!
あいかわらず、Marstonさんの映像と編集がすてきです～ﾂ！！！
I rode a lot of Kyushu on a bicycle named Nimbus. The last trip, I flew into Osaka and took the ferry into Oita. I headed North along the coast and finally found my way to Kitakyushu and Fukuoka. After Fukuoka, I headed inland to Sawara and did a challenging climb to Mount Sefuri. I continued to ride around for a few more weeks. Japan is the safest country I've cycled in. Thanks for sharing the video. It brought back a lot of happy memories.
Thanks a lot for sharing your travel journey!
One of the best video I have watched about Japan's scenery. You have certainly put remendous effort and time. Thanks bro. I have fallen in love with Japan during the Pandemic when I didn't have much to do and decided to learn more about countries.
Thank you for the really nice comment! Glad you liked the video :)
At kurokawa onsen, there is the onsen pass that you can get in 5 onsen in town. Lovely tiny town.
I just came back from Japan last Friday ( 2nd trip) there. These are the places I want to see. I know many people love Tokyo but out of the 3 major cities Kyoto was by far the best. I did my research and found the most amazing hidden areas with minimal tourists
It was amazing
Glad to hear you managed to have a great time in Kyoto!
Sam evans is one of the best host that I ever watched.
Thanks Ivan! In case you didn't know, Sam actually has his own channel now in Hong Kong: ruclips.net/channel/UC1ESqKsffdFUbDx5YETb0WA
Really really great and the long new format is awesome.
I’m planning our second trip to Japan. (I watched your videos as I planned our first trip in 2019.) This time, the emphasis will be on mini drives like this one off the beaten path (but comfortably). Thank goodness your videos exist. Appreciate your great work!
Beautiful side of Kyusu I've never experienced..with a good looking guide showing the way 🙃
This is EXACTLY the itinerary I had in mind... Those onsen towns are in my wishlist for years now...
Kyushu looks like another gem of Japan. The picturization is awesome and makes us feel that we part of the journey. Thank you so much Japan Guide and Sam Evans. Love to Japan from India. Arigato Gozaimasu 🙏☺️😊✌🏻
Wow! This video reminds me how stunning and just simply beautiful Yufuin and Kurokawa Onsen is.
Visited these two places last autumn and the autumn foliage just gives you that tranquil feeling. Ugh, would definitely come back to this place
Love this place. Spent three years.
Terrific video. It must have taken a tremendous amount of work to put this together; perhaps it's also slightly disheartening that so much work went into this, and there should have more views.
So just wanted to drop this note to let you guys know it is greatly appreciated, that most of us who watched it really loved it. Cheers, Japan-Guide.
Thank you so much for the really nice comment! We're really glad you enjoy the content on our channel!
Great video and loved the extra time spent detailing each place! Can't wait to visit Japan again and definitely will explore Kyushu when I get there!
I just LOVE Japan and this video reaffirms why!
I love Kyushu. My favorite island in Japan
Very great video. Could never go there with the script. I will be lost.
Yay! Longest video i watched japan-guide. Thank you so much
Loved this! I really want to go to Beppu now. Hopefully in the next couple of years 🙌
I highly recommend it. I talk about visiting onsen in Beppu (and elsewhere) a bit in my blog. Check it out if you're interested!
theworldsoutside.com/2019/10/02/hell-or-hot-water/
Traveling to Japan? Watch this video for highlights of Hokkaido, Kyushu, Shikoku & Okinawa Islands!
ruclips.net/video/w_YMDEDY5A8/видео.html
Can you believe this is this guys job? What a dream!
Love the nature
I went to all these places in April 2019 but by bus and by train. I wish I did a road trip now... Thanks for the video and for the memories
What I love about your videos: great sound! Can't wait to your next trips.
I grew up in Fukuoka. I’ve been to many of the places shown in this vid multiple times. I feel so nostalgic😭❤️
Wonderful! I’ve been to Kyushu on two different holidays but aside from a Kumamoto haven’t been to any of the places in this video. We did have a sand onsen in Ibusuki though. One of my favourite places in Kyushu would be Kashima where the highlight was visiting the Yutoku Inari Shrine. Thankyou again for the amazing video.
if you ever go back, try to visit Usa Jingu, Kunisaki peninsula (Rokugo Manzan Temples), both in Oita Prefecture. Yotoku Inari Shrine is really beautiful and peaceful. When I went in 2011, I didn't see many international tourists. The crowd really thins out as you hike up the side of the mountain.
The crater of mount Aso it’s a highlight, it’s amazing and strange looking like an ancient prehistoric sight, you were so close, hopefully you’ll be back.
Missed your guides!
Absolutely enjoyed this video. Definitely an area of Japan I am keen to explore in the future. Kyushu looks breathtaking!
Thanks for making video like this. It really makes my day better.
This video is so underrated！I always want to have a roadtrip just like this when I visit Japan and the way you plan it is just perfect！the video is beautiful and well explained too！
Excellent footage and editing, thanks a lot! Continue the good work please
absolutely awesome trip of Kyushu, I was thinking of doing this via bus as mentioned in the website.
Ooooh. A long one!
Thanks for another fantastic video! We'll be in both Beppu and Yufuin in our upcoming trip. Too bad we don't have time to fit Kumamoto in as well... but it just gives us reasons to come back again.
We hope you will have a great trip!
Your videos is absolutely fabulous. I enjoyed the whole clip with your clear, precise and stunning scenes along your route. You actually missed driving to Takachiho Gorge which is not far from Mt. Aso or Kumamoto.
The food served is heaven on earth. Thank you so much.
G'day Sam. Thanks so much -great narration, music, filming and music. Such a lively interesting part of Japan. Am returning to Kyushu for the 5th visit b4 Xmas and will follow you guide.
Thank you for the very nice comment! We hope you will have a great trip in Kyushu!
This is really a beautiful country! Even many greens on the highway, I'll definitely enjoy a lot of driving. Great video with sound and animator.
P: S: I'm glad that Chaly is fine. I saw this video =D
Thanks for making such a fantastic video!
Beppu is the supper best place for onsen or hot spring lovers... i live in Beppu so love it
Very nice! Another beautiful spot in the area to discover is Oka Castle, Taketa.
This one is the perfect one !
Awesome video! I did this drive a couple years ago. Absolutely beautiful.
great landscapes
I’ve been to those places using my japan rail pass, but I guess driving is more interesting cause you can stop and go when ever you feel. Ohhhh I miss Japan so much
A nice video that has me wanting to visit some of those places too. I've been to Kurokawa Onsen, which is an absolutely delightful town full of different Onsen experiences & ever so relaxing. So it was lovely seeing it again.
My first time to see your video here on youtube, but I should say it's really impressive.
Japan never fails to surprise me! Hire me, Japan Guide!
This part of the country does not look like anything I was imaginating about it.. Impressive !!
A terrific video. Thank you!
Great guide video to travel Kyushu!
Awesome...relaxing and beautiful and well done. Thanks for sharing your beautiful video.
Love your videos.
For all people watching - he says "give your body a good rinse" before getting in the bath but you actually have to give your body a good WASH before getting in - this is very important and you will most likely be frowned upon if you enter the bath by just rinsing, without washing first. It's a big no no in Japan. It's why he says don't let the towel touch the water - it's because you wash your body with the towel.
Only rinsing is fine at most hot spring baths, especially in historical hot spring resorts where toji (therapeutic bathing) has been popular. At many old-fashioned hot spring bath there are not even any alternatives to rinsing because they are not equipped with showers or washing areas. And in some cases, the use of soap may even be prohibited. Hot springs are primarily about getting dirty with minerals. Don't confuse them with public baths.
@@japanguide I was hyperbolic in my comment because I didn’t want tourists to be judged by other Japanese people, most who surprisingly don’t know the ‘kakeyu' (rinsing) tradition. The reality is rather complicated. Could discuss onsen etiquette for hours but basically it’s safer to wash yourself first. That is the norm in 90% of onsens that foreigners will go to. In fact the latest poster advising Japanese onsen etiquette to foreigners by the Japan Spa Association explicitly says “Please wash your body before entering the bath”.
You’re absolutely right that some onsens don’t have soaps or showers. Some don’t provide soaps because they do the job for you by removing dead skin and dirt from you like the hydrogen carbonate, sulfur, sulfuric acid and alkaline onsens. Others, because as you say, promote a more therapeutic experience. And because onsens are so stimulating, it’s best not to be too vigorous when washing off your dead skin as you could end up with ’yuatari’ (headache and other symptoms from onsen).
There are those who say kakeyu is the norm in Kansai whereas in Kanto and up, it’s washing. I don’t know about that, but I’ve been to more than 50 onsens in my life in Japan, I am Japanese, and I’ve only ever seen a couple of people enter without washing first. So 臨機応変 is called for I think (very useful term for anyone studying Japanese!)
You guys are good...beautiful videos
think live there can be long life, good air, peace, less people , etc your vedio is superb with drone to see the whole area! makes me want to go visit Japan ! Thanks for sharing !
Love these type of videos.
Thank you!
good reporting...Kyushu lovely Kyushu...
Wow this is truly breath taking!!
One of the best video thank u
Love this part of Japan! We spent a bit of time there but there is so much to cover! It's worth hiring a car if you plan to explore Kyushu 😁👌
Great video! Definitely, a trip I want to do in the future!
Visited these cities last year...incredible
Hope to go back one day when these travel restrictions are lifted
I haven't explored that area yet. Thanks for sharing this amazing video. So inspiring!
Beautiful I look forward to going japan someday.
We literally did this trip last year at the same time of year! we had beautiful weather for most of it but unfortunately couldn't see much of oita prefecture for rain and cloud!
A big warm hag! めっちゃいい喩え！笑
Watching this while I am in Kyushu
Kyushu is a great west side area. good meals. Especially Ramen!
You have the best job! Loved the longer video: more leisurely & Kyushu is lovely!
This might be very well my next trip.
Another fantastic video! I'm jealous ( in a good way 😉 )
Greetings from London.
Thank you for featuring our place.
Holy smokes I stayed at Yamabiko Ryokan! The room i stayed in overlooked that river that runs through the town and they have 2 main bathing area's that change gender at midnight as well as about 8 to 10 "private" onsen rooms that were open use, just walk up and lock the door.
That last shot of Yamabiko where there are workers bowing down and waving goodbye is the real deal as they walk you out to your car.
excellent video, making it hard to decide what parts of japan to travel through on my next visit yeah , so many places yet to experience ;)
Thank you very much for your nice comment. Indeed, there are so many different places to experience, it makes it difficult to choose!