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<\/p>\nFukuoka is located on Kyushu, Japan\u2019s southernmost main island. While it\u2019s easy to forget that Kyushu itself is an island, one of Fukuoka\u2019s greatest charms is its proximity to the stunning islands surrounding Kyushu\u2014the Goto Islands, Tsushima, Iki, and Yakushima\u2014all easily accessible by direct transportation. In just a few hours, you can find yourself surrounded by breathtaking scenery, immersed in unique local cultures, and savoring the flavors and traditions that make each island special.<\/p>\n
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Kyushu Live – Easy Goto Island Cycling!<\/strong> In this feature, we\u2019ll guide you on how to actively explore the Goto Islands, a group of just over 150 islands off the western coast of Nagasaki Prefecture. Although collectively referred to as the Goto Islands, each island offers its own unique geography, culture, and atmosphere. With untouched natural beauty and vibrant local communities, these islands are ideal for exploration by bicycle\u2014a sustainable, healthy, and deeply rewarding way to travel.<\/p>\n The Goto Islands, mostly designated as part of Saikai National Park, are celebrated for their pristine natural environment. A daily overnight ferry from Hakata Port connects Fukuoka to the islands, allowing you to sleep while traveling. Stops include Uku Island (arrival 3:55 a.m.), Ojika Island (4:40 a.m.), Nakadori Island (5:40 a.m. at Aokata Port), Naru Island (7:25 a.m.), and Fukue Island (8:15 a.m.).<\/p>\n You can explore the islands sequentially or focus on one destination for a more immersive experience. Whether you\u2019re traveling solo, as a couple, or with a group, a cycling adventure in the Goto Islands offers something for everyone. While a day trip is possible, an overnight stay\u2014preferably two nights on the same island\u2014is highly recommended for the full experience.<\/p>\n 1. Ojika Island (Ojika Town) \u2013 One of Kyushu\u2019s Best Cycling Areas?<\/a> Fukuoka is located on Kyushu, Japan\u2019s southernmost main island. While it\u2019s easy to forget that Kyushu itself is an island…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":29305,"featured_media":167898,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_locale":"en_US","_original_post":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/?p=167717&lang=en","_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1769,5173],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-167717","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-activity","category-travel","location-nagasaki-prefecture","en-US"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/fn_goto-fat-index_2024_WEB-106.jpg?fit=1400%2C933&ssl=1","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/167717","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/29305"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=167717"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/167717\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":169086,"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/167717\/revisions\/169086"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/167898"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=167717"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=167717"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=167717"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
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\n2. Nakadori Island (Shinkamigoto Town) \u2013 A Scenic Cycling Escape<\/a>
\n3. Fukue Island (Goto City) \u2013 Exploring History on Goto\u2019s Largest Island<\/a><\/p>\n![\"\u4e94\u5cf6\u30a2\u30a4\u30e9\u30f3\u30c9\u30db\u30c3\u30d4\u30f3\u30b0\u3068\u30b5\u30a4\u30af\u30ea\u30f3\u30b0](\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/fn_goto-fat-index_2024_WEB-066.jpg?resize=1400%2C1050&ssl=1\")
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