4 Days in Kyushu for Kids Ages 7–12

• Morning
  • Fukuoka Zoo and Botanical Garden
    • Explore around 100 species of animals and 2,600 types of plants, making it ideal for family interaction and nature education.
  • Ohori Park
    • Features large playgrounds, lakeside paths, and open grassy areas—perfect for children to run, play, and explore. Families can also rent small boats to enjoy the lake.
• 🍜Lunch Recommendations
  • Royal Garden Cafe (Ohori Park Branch)
    • Located inside Ohori Park, this cafe offers a beautiful setting, children’s meals, and high chairs—making it perfect for family dining.
  • Canal City Hakata Food Court
    • Offers a wide variety of options and a spacious environment, making it convenient and comfortable for families with children
• Afternoon
  • Canal City Hakata
    • An indoor shopping complex with fountain shows, a children’s play area, and a wide variety of shops—great for family relaxation and shopping.
  • Fukuoka Tower
    • Climb the tower for panoramic city and sea views. The tower also houses exhibitions and interactive facilities, making it suitable for family sightseeing.

• 🚗 Driving time： Fukuoka → Oita&Beppu （2hours）

• Morning

• Takasakiyama Natural Zoo
  • Observe wild monkeys up close in a spacious park, ideal for a relaxed family stroll.
• Oita Marine Palace Aquarium
  • Enjoy dolphin and walrus shows, as well as interactive experiences, making it perfect for children.

• 🍜Lunch Recommendations

• Beppu Sweets Tea House
  • Offers children’s meals, handmade dumpling soup, curry, and more, in a cozy environment suitable for families.
• Seafood Izutsu
  • Serves fresh seafood rice bowls, fried shrimp, fried rice, and other dishes, making it a great choice for family sharing.

• Afternoon

• Beppu Jigoku Meguri (Beppu Hells Tour)
  • Visit unique hot spring attractions such as the Umi Jigoku (Sea Hell) and Chinoike Jigoku (Blood Pond Hell), and experience the wonders of nature.
• Kijima Kogen Park
  • Features a variety of amusement rides and play areas, making it ideal for children to have fun.
• 🚗 Driving time：Oita&Beppu → Kumamoto （2hours）

• Morning
  • Kumamoto Castle /🚗 Driving time： Kumamoto → Aso （ 40 min ）
    • Visit one of Japan’s three great castles, learn about its history and architecture, and enjoy a family-friendly educational experience.
  • Aso Farmland
    • Experience sports facilities, mazes, slides, and interact with animals—ideal for children to play and explore.

• 🍜Lunch Recommendations
  • Aso Farmland Restaurants
    • There are several restaurants within the park, offering children’s meals and local specialties.
  • Buffet Restaurant Ginnan
    • A buffet-style restaurant featuring a variety of dishes that children will enjoy.

• Afternoon
  • Minamiaso Petting Zoo Fairy Tale
    • Interact closely with animals, including feeding and petting experiences, making it perfect for a family outing.
  • Takamori Spring Water Tunnel Park
    • Explore the tunnel decorated with lights, ideal for children’s adventures. In summer, the area is also great for playing in the water.

• 🚗 Driving time： Aso → Fukuoka（110 min）

• Morning
  • Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine
    • Visit this famous shrine, stroll along the approach path, and experience traditional Japanese culture.
  • Kyushu National Museum
    • A modern museum with interactive exhibits, ideal for family learning and engagement.

• 🍜Lunch Recommendations
  • Dazaifu Approach Street Food Stalls
    • Offers a variety of local snacks and set meals, perfect for families to sample different flavors.
  • YAMAYA BASE DAZAIFU
    • Features mentaiko (spicy cod roe) French bread, great for sharing with children.

• Afternoon
  • Ume Mochi Making Experience (Dazaifukan 2nd Floor)
    • Hands-on activity for families to make traditional Japanese sweets together, offering a fun cultural experience.
  • YAMAYA BASE DAZAIFU
    • Enjoy tasting mentaiko French bread, a unique and kid-friendly treat for sharing.

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🏨Recommended Family Hotels in Kyushu

• Fukuoka city ：Miyako Hotel Hakata、Grand Hyatt Fukuoka、Hilton Fukuoka Sea Hawk、Solaria Nishitetsu Hotel Fukuoka、Dormy Inn Hakata Gion、Neo Field Nakasu。
• Oita /Beppu ：Suginoi Hotel、Hotel Shiragiku、Kamenoi Hotel Beppu、Hana Beppu、Nishitetsu Resort Inn Beppu。
• Kumamoto &Aso ：Kamenoi Hotel Aso Park Resort、Aso Farm Land、Richmond Hotel Kumamoto Shinshigai、Dormy Inn Kumamoto、Fairfield by Marriott Kumamoto Aso。
• Dazaifu: Hotel Cultia Dazaifu、Route Inn Grantia Dazaifu、Guest House Asobi Gokoro Fukuoka Dazaifu
  

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