Kumamoto City

After purchasing online, you can redeem your ferry ticket simply by showing your voucher. The staff at the ticket window are very friendly. There are only buses to Kumamoto Port, so remember to pay attention to the time. This time, I was late for the bus, so my ferry ticket was already expired. The staff at the window were very helpful in refunding my ticket. Also, if you miss your return trip, you can still catch a regular bus. Moreover, this ferry is faster and bigger than the other one, and you won't get seasick.

Kumamoto is awesome! 👍 It has everything you need for a first-time independent traveler. It's not too crowded, and the shopping streets are comfortable to explore. The public transportation is convenient and down-to-earth, definitely worth taking.

This chartered car experience was fantastic. The driver was very nice and talkative, and he even discussed the itinerary with us along the way, suggesting the most convenient routes. If you're planning to visit Fukuoka, this chartered car service is a great option.

We had a smooth ride on the Takachiho Scenic Railway this morning and also visited Takachiho Gorge. Thanks to our guide, Jiang, for helping us buy the train tickets! Unfortunately, when we went to Asokusa Senri in the afternoon, we encountered heavy fog and rain. Everything was covered in white fog, so we couldn't see anything. It was a bit of a shame, but we'll have to come back another time!