3-DaysExclusive viewing of traditional Hina decorations at the historic residence of the Tachibana clan, followed by a luxurious journey aboard Japan’s premier sleeper train “Seven Stars in Kyushu”.
We will give you the ultimate train journey, one which you have never experienced before, while you connect with the brilliance of each of the seven prefectures in Kyushu and the smiles and warmth of the people living here.You are sure to discover new perspectives from the scenery and conversations with people you can only encounter here. A fresh and meaningful once-in-a-lifetime story unique to Kyushu awaits you each time you visit.Seven Stars departs carrying your dreams.
JTB offers exclusive chartered operations of trains that are typically difficult to reserve.
-“Seven Stars in Kyushu” is the most popular and luxurious sleeper train travel across the Kyushu region—like the Orient Express in Japan.
The train is limited to just 18–20 passengers, ensuring an intimate and exclusive experience. Passengers are greeted with heartfelt hospitality from train staff and local communities along the way.
-typical round trip of Kyushu takes with the SEVEN STARS train, you can complete the journey in just two days.
-Enjoy an Ozaki beef kaiseki lunch and cultural experience at Yanagawa Hanshu Tachibana-tei Ohana, followed by a private tour led by the 18th-generation head of the Tachibana family.
-Stay at Miyako Hotel Hakata, a refined urban resort with a natural hot spring spa and illuminated night views, and enjoy a teppanyaki dinner featuring seasonal ingredients before your journey.
-Gastronomic train journey : Indulge in culinary masterpieces by renowned chefs, sushi, French cuisine, and Kyushu specialties.
Enjoy cultural workshops and crafts onboard, and take a stroll through charming local towns and hidden regions.
-Scenic journey through coastal towns, including the Hisatsu Orange Railway.
Enjoy a seamless travel experience with our all-in-one package tours. Venture into captivating local regions that are often hard to reach on your own, and enjoy iconic landmarks, delicious cuisine, and Japan’s rich cultural heritage — all while sharing the journey with new companions. With year-round departures, planning is simple and flexible.
Additional Arrangements
Departure: Tokyo Haneda Airport (7:00–9:00)
Arrival: Fukuoka Airport
Class: J
Day 1
Experience Hinamatsuri Traditions and Hospitality at Yanagawa Ohana
Fukuoka Airport
Meet at 10:20 / Depart at 10:40
Hakata Station (Meet at 10:50 / Depart at 11:00)
Ozaki Beef Kaiseki Lunch at OHANA
Celebrate Hinamatsuri in Yanagawa with an exquisite Ozaki Beef Kaiseki lunch, served in a grand hall at OHANA, the former residence of the Yanagawa Domain’s Tachibana family, beautifully decorated with Sagemon ornaments.
After lunch, enjoy a guided tour of the historic OHANA residence led by the 18th-generation head of the Tachibana family, a direct descendant of the legendary samurai lord Muneshige Tachibana.
Indulge in a teppanyaki dinner after check-in at Miyako Hotel Hakata.
Unwind in the natural hot spring spa, open year-round and beautifully illuminated at night for a resort-like experience. Breakfast included.
1st night
Miyako Hotel Hakata
Just a one-minute walk from Hakata Station, Miyako Hotel Hakata offers a serene, resort-like escape in the heart of the city. The hotel features a natural hot spring spa open year-round, beautifully illuminated at night to create a relaxing ambiance.
Guests enjoy complimentary access to both the outdoor spa and indoor baths. Swimsuit rentals are available for a fee.
For those staying in The Terrace Shizuku rooms, exclusive benefits include complimentary minibar and swimsuit rental, as well as the option to enjoy breakfast via room service.
Day 2
Embark on a Once-in-a-Lifetime Luxury Train Journey
Hotel … … Hakata Station
Your journey begins with a private car transfer from your hotel to Hakata Station, ensuring a seamless and exclusive experience.
At Hakata Station, you will be welcomed into the exclusive “Kinsei Lounge,” reserved for the Seven Stars in Kyushu passengers, where a special departure ceremony will be held to celebrate the start of your unforgettable journey.
Welcome ceremony at Kinsei Lounge at Hakata Station
Hakata Station (Depart 09:50) Sushi lunch in the train
Finally, it’s time to embark on a once-in-a-lifetime luxury train journey! Relax in the elegant onboard lounge with its expansive windows offering breathtaking views, or unwind in your private suite, where every room is designed as a luxurious retreat. Enjoy unique experiences such as a traditional matcha tea ceremony and hands-on craft workshops in the onboard tea room.
Kumamoto Station (Depart 13:45)
Travel along the scenic Hisatsu Orange Railway. Enjoy a hands-on craft workshop onboard, then disembark at Origuchi Station for a refreshing coastal walk along Wakimoto Beach.
Outdoor excursion
Walk around Wakimoto coast
Ushinohama Station (Arrive 17:11 / Depart 18:24)
French cuisine dinner in the train
The train traverses the scenic Hisatsu Orange Railway line
renowned for its stunning coastal views. As the golden sunset dips into the sea, savor a gourmet French full-course dinner, perfectly paired with the beauty of the moment.
Belle France (French cuisine)
Exquisite French cuisine prepared by husband-andwife team of chefs from Kagoshima. The charm of Kagoshima and Kyushu ingredients is expressed in each dish.
Day 3
Miyazaki Station
Arrive 01:55 / Depart 04:20
Nobeoka Station
Arrive 06:40 / Depart 07:47
Western-style breakfast in the train
Saiki Station
Depart 10:42
Japanese-style lunch in the car
Yamanaka (sushi) A renowned “Hakata-mae” sushi restaurant frequented by food connoisseurs from all over Japan. Onboard the “Seven Stars in Kyushu,” we offer seafood from the nearby seas, including the Genkai Sea, as well as freshly made sushi prepared by our highly trained chefs.
Farewell Event
As the train journey nears its end, reminisce about the unforgettable memories with fellow travelers and the train staff you’ve grown close to. Cherish these final moments together before bidding farewell.
Hakata Station
Arrive around 17:36
Transfer by bus to Fukuoka Airport
Arrive around 18:15
Remarks
・Routes, off-ship experiences, and anchorages may be subject to change or cancellation due to weather, sea conditions, port arrival times, harbor management, or other circumstances. You will be informed after boarding.
・Japanese confectionery tasting (experience of tea ceremony) is planned as an onboard activity on this route.
・※Off-ship experience are tentative. Official details of the experience will be provided in the final documents sent before departure. An off-ship experience on day is planned for either the morning or afternoon.
| 1st night Miyako Hotel Hakata |
2nd night “Seven Stars in Kyushu” |
2 guests per room |
1 guests per room |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deluxe Hollywood Twin 34㎡ |
Suite Room approx. 10㎡ |
¥1,080,000 | ¥1,450,000 |
| Luxury Twin 42㎡ |
Deluxe Suite B approx. 17㎡ |
¥1,400,000 | ー |
| The Terrace Shizuku 48㎡ + Terrace 21㎡ |
Deluxe Suite A approx. 21㎡ |
¥1,500,000 | ー |
*Departing from and arriving in Tokyo, an additional air ticket surcharge of 110,000 yen is required.
| Departs | FUKUOKA *Flights arrangement available: Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, and more. (Additional charges apply.) |
|---|---|
| Meeting place/time | Fukuoka airport or Hakata station |
| Req. to Run Tour | 16 guests |
| Tour Guide Language | English-speaking guide: Nationally-licensed and professional guide will accompany you from/to Fukuoka airport through the tour. |
| Included | Boarding fee of the Seven Stars in Kyushu train and excursion fees, Accommodation, meals(2 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 2 dinners), sightseeing and transportation as indicated in the itinerary. |
| Tour No. | MJ618 |
| Req. to Run Tour | 16 guest(s) |
|---|---|
| Req. per Booking | 2 guest(s) |
| Departs | FUKUOKA *Flights arrangement available from various locations across Japan,Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, and more. (Additional charges apply.) |
| Tour Guide/Conductor Language | English |
| Multilingual assistance or reception | Available *Multilingual support is available with complimentary rental of a dedicated translation device |
| Meeting Place/Time | FUKUOKA Fukuoka Airport or Hakata Station |
| Included | Included in travel fee: Boarding fee of the Seven Stars in Kyushu train and excursion fees, Accommodation, meals(2 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 2 dinners), sightseeing and transportation as indicated in the itinerary. Does not include: Items not included in the itinerary and personal expenses. |
Remarks and Important Informations
<Planning and Operating Company>
JTB Corp.
Address : 2-3-11 Higashi Shinagawa, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo
Japan Tourism Agency Registered Travel Agent (No. 64)
<Terms and Conditions>
<Cancellation Policy>
Cancellation fee
(1) If the customer cancels the tour reservation for any reason after the tour contract has been concluded, a cancellation fee will apply starting from the 20th day prior to the departure.
(2) If the customer fail to pay the travel fee by the due date, we shall regard the contract as cancelled by the customer on the next day of the due date. In this case, the customer must pay to the travel agent and JTB a penalty equal to the cancellation fee.
<Operation Conditions/Tour Conditions>
<Itinerary/Destinations>
<Guide/Tour Conductor>
This tour consists of tourists from all over the world. The tour will have a nationally licensed English -speaking guide who will also serve as a tour escort to accompany you during the tour.
<Children/Infants>
Please contact your travel agent for children's fares (under 12 years of age). Infants under 3 years of age may travel free of charge, but meals, beds (co-sleeping) and transportation seats are not included.
<Important Notes/Supplements: Regarding Luggage Delivery>
<Bus/Hired Car Company>
Depending on the number of tour participants, transportation to be used may be other than a large bus (mid-size bus, small bus, hired car, etc.).
Standard transportation for approximate number of customers:
*Drivers do not work as guides.
*In the event that a bus company not listed in the Remarks/Important Notes will be used, customers will receive a separate confirmation document via email at least 1 day in advance.
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JTB株式会社
住所: 東京都品川区東品川2-3-11
登録旅行業者番号: 観光庁長官登録旅行業第64号
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キャンセル料
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このツアーは、世界中からの観光客で構成されます。ツアー中は、国家資格を有する英語を話すガイドが添乗員として同行します。
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