CRUISE TRAIN SEVEN STARS IN KYUSHU | APRIL 6 - 11, 2026

Experience a complete journey, starting with a Toyota Alphard transfer from your Tokyo hotel to Haneda Airport. You will then board an All Nippon Airways (ANA) Premium Class flight to Fukuoka, where a private transfer will be arranged to take you directly to The Ritz-Carlton, Fukuoka. Check in and relax in comfort, fully prepared for the exciting experiences that await the next day.

Begin your journey in Yatsushiro, Kumamoto Prefecture, where the subtleties of tradition and artistry come together. You will visit Ueno Kiln, once the official kiln of the Hosokawa clan, and discover the exquisite beauty of Zogan mosaic pottery, a technique rarely seen today.

On board, enjoy curated experiences inspired by Kumamoto’s heritage, including the practice of Higo Zogan, the samurai-era art of metal inlay. Each experience offers a glimpse into the region’s enduring craftsmanship and exquisite cultural heritage.

Wake up at Kirishima–Jingu Station, where breakfast and the aroma of coffee await you at a chic cafe with a view of the majestic Seven Stars in Kyushu. Enjoy local Kagoshima dishes, and feel the warmth of southern hospitality.

Continue your journey to Takachiho, a sacred land of myths and legends. Visit Amano-Iwato Shrine, a traditional kagura mask workshop, and admire the stunning Takachiho Gorge, where emerald waters snake through ancient cliffs. In the evening, you will witness the nighttime Yokagura dance, a sacred ritual performed by local preservers of the tradition.

Passengers will continue their journey to Aso, a land where the ancient forces of nature and human life intertwine. The vast Aso caldera, one of the largest in the world, opens up to vast grasslands and majestic volcanic peaks, telling the story of Kyushu's origins.

Along the way, local guides will share stories of this land: from its powerful eruptions and fertile soil to its long-standing communities living in harmony with nature. As you take in Aso’s grandeur, you’ll feel a quiet connection between land and spirit, making for a humbling, relaxing, and restorative experience.

Start your final day in Usa, home to Usa Jingu – the main shrine of over 40,000 Hachiman shrines across Japan. With a history of over 1,300 years, this sacred place is the cradle of Shinbutsu Shugo – the fusion of Shinto and Buddhism that has shaped Japanese spiritual traditions.

On this special tour, guided by a Shinto priest, you will be able to see National Treasures and sacred rituals, amidst the tranquility of the shrine. As you walk through the sacred area, you will feel a solemnity and tranquility that will refresh your soul.

In the afternoon, the train travels along the lush Kyudai Main Line back to Hakata, where a dazzling four-day journey of discovery concludes, capturing moments of Kyushu's art, legend and timeless spirit.

Begin your journey by checking in to The Ritz-Carlton, Fukuoka. After your adventure on the Seven Stars, you will return to the hotel to rest and recharge. When it is time to depart the next day, you will experience a seamless transfer by Toyota Alphard from The Ritz-Carlton, Fukuoka to Haneda Airport. Continue your journey with a Premium Class flight on All Nippon Airways (ANA) back to Tokyo, ensuring a comfortable and memorable end to your Kyushu adventure.