Kyushu is the warm, volcanic south of Japan, packed with onsen towns and quieter cities. It’s the region we’d send anyone to if they want Japan without the Tokyo pace.

See Japan your way: this 3 week Japan itinerary takes you from Kyushu to Honshu to Hokkaido. It's realistic, scenic, and perfect for first-timers or repeat visitors.

3 Week Japan Itinerary: The Ultimate 21-Day Route

The ultimate Nagasaki itinerary: Explore UNESCO sites, visit Hashima Island, learn its history, and enjoy top-tier sushi, ramen, and a night of karaoke.

2-Day Nagasaki Itinerary: From Hashima Island to the Atomic Bomb Area

Plan your perfect Kyushu itinerary with this 7- or 10-day guide to Japan’s southernmost island. Discover the best time to visit, top destinations like Fukuoka, Nagasaki, and Mount Aso, plus tips for exploring Kyushu without a car. Find travel logistics, transport options, and hidden gems to make your trip unforgettable!

1-Week Kyushu Itinerary: Unmissable Trip in Southwest Japan

The Fabryk

When we first started traveling in Japan as an LGBTQ+ couple, the thing that struck me most was the feeling of safety. Whether we were exploring Tokyo’s vibrant gay bars or wandering through quiet mountain towns, the atmosphere was always welcoming. Japan has this incredible balance: in cities like Tokyo and Osaka, you can find bustling nightlife and gay parties that rival those in the West, but as soon as you venture into the countryside, you’re met with serene landscapes and a culture so deeply rooted in hospitality that it feels almost otherworldly.

One of the highlights of our journey was participating in Tokyo Rainbow Pride. Unlike the massive parades you might see in New York or São Paulo, this felt uniquely Japanese. It was vibrant and celebratory but also deeply respectful and inclusive. Walking through the streets, surrounded by people waving rainbow flags and wearing colorful yukatas, it was clear that Pride here isn’t just about a single community—it’s a reflection of Japan’s quiet but powerful way of embracing diversity.

Beyond the cities, our adventures took us off the beaten path. I remember stepping into a tiny ryokan in the mountains, where the elderly owners welcomed us like family. We soaked in an onsen under the stars and marveled at how different this experience was from the big cities—and yet, the feeling of safety and acceptance never wavered.

Japan is a place where contrasts coexist beautifully, and as an LGBTQ+ traveler, it’s a destination that not only accepts but celebrates you in its own quiet, powerful way.

#GayTravel #LGBTQTravel #QueerAdventures #JapanTravel #LGBTQInJapan #GayJapan #TokyoPride #JapanForAll #QueerInAsia #TokyoGayBars #OsakaNightlife #GayCouplesTravel #LGBTQSafeSpaces #PrideTravel #TravelWithPride #JapanLGBTQ #GayFriendlyDestinations #LGBTQExplorers #TokyoRainbowPride #GayFriendlyJapan #OnsenAdventures #CulturalTravel #LGBTQHospitality #QueerTravelAsia #TravelInclusivity #GayCoupleGoals #AdventureAwaits #LGBTQNightlife #GayTravelers #JapanCountryside

Why Japan is a Top Destination for Gay Travelers 🇯🇵

Our two favorite islands in Japan:

Fabio’s favorite: KYUSHU

Get ready for historical sites like Nagasaki, endless onsens and hot springs, active volcanoes, tonkotsu ramen and sexy beaches.

Ryan’s favorite: HOKKAIDO

Expect charming lavender fields, mountain activities, blue pools that will peer into your soul, relaxed vibes…and yes more onsens. 

Make sure to add either Kyushu or Hokkaido to your next Japan trip!

#KyushuAdventures #ExploreKyushu #DiscoverKyushu #KyushuJapan #VisitKyushu #KyushuOnsen #KyushuBeaches #HokkaidoAdventures #ExploreHokkaido #VisitHokkaido #HokkaidoNature #HokkaidoOnsen #HokkaidoLavender #JapanTravelInspo #JapanIslandLife #TravelJapan2024 #JapanGetaways #JapanHotSprings #JapanVolcanoes #JapanNatureLovers #GayTravelJapan #GayTravelAsia #LGBTQJapan #QueerTravel #GayExplorer #JapanBucketList #HiddenJapan #JapanMountains #TravelWithPride #ExploreWithPride

STOP Visiting Tokyo and Kyoto, Try These Instead!

Join as we make our way through the most southerly of the four largest islands in Japan, Kyushu (also known as 九州). In this video, we didn't just (not) visit abandoned islands or spend exorbitantly on accidental first class tickets, but we located the gates of hell (or less dramatically, we found what is known the "hells" in Kyushu). 

This is Fabio's favorite place in Japan, so sit back, relax, and hopefully don't go to hell, you sinner, you!

#japan #japantravel #kyushu #nagasaki #kumamoto #beppu #mountaso #hashimaisland #japanculture #japanesefood #japanvlog #karaoke #gaytravel #lgbtq 

Check out our blog: https://thefabryk.com/ for more gay digital nomad stuff!
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Some links from our blog:
NAGASAKI ITINERARY - https://thefabryk.com/blog/nagasaki-japan-travels
ULTIMATE GUIDE TO JAPAN ON A BUDGET - https://thefabryk.com/blog/save-money-travel-in-japan
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GIVE US A LITTLE LOVE 💕
Love our content as much as we love making it? We're passionate about sharing our adventures, but right now, it's not fully sustainable. If you'd like to help us keep creating, here’s how you can support:

👉 Become a patron on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thefabryk
👉 Or just buy us a coffee ☕️ to support our journey: https://buymeacoffee.com/thefabryk

Thank you so much for helping us keep The Fabryk going!

Below are also some affiliate links. We may make a small commission off of any purchase you make after clicking on these links, but that is just to support us in making great content and you won't pay anything more!

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THE HELLISH TUNES IN THE VID:
Epidemic Sound - (Perfect for you making your own content) https://share.epidemicsound.com/ao2ybc
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FLIGHTS SO YOU GET YOURSELF TO JAPAN ASAP
Skyscanner - https://bit.ly/3K1w9Df
Trip.com - https://bit.ly/3nDi8UJ
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VPN TO USE IN JAPAN (as we found some of the networks to be insecure)
ExpressVPN - https://bit.ly/4348pXc
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NOMAD INSURANCE:
Travel Medical Insurance for digital nomads that we used in Japan - SafetyWing - https://bit.ly/3Toulss
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HOW WE ARE LEARNING TO EDIT VIDEOS:
Skillshare - Get a free month!: https://bit.ly/3n7hyyE

Kyushu: The Japanese Island You Haven't Discovered (Yet) 🇯🇵

#battleshipisland #gunkanjima #hashimajak  

We headed to Hashima Island 端島 (also known as Gunkanjima Island, or Battleship Island) , one of the most fascinating abandoned places, that at one point had the highest population density in the entire world. In this video, you will discover the (annoying) secret of visiting Hashima Island and hear Ryan complain about his hair.

#HashimaIsland #AbandonedPlaces #GhostCity #DarkHistory #Exploration #Travel #Adventure #Japan #Gunkanjima 

Check out our blog: https://thefabryk.com/ for more gay digital nomad stuff!

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Some links from our blog about Japan:
ULTIMATE GUIDE TO JAPAN ON A BUDGET - https://thefabryk.com/blog/save-money-travel-in-japan
24 HOURS IN NAGASAKI - https://thefabryk.com/blog/nagasaki-japan-travels
5 DAY HOKKAIDO ITINERARY - https://thefabryk.com/blog/hokkaido-in-five-days-itinerary
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GIVE US A LITTLE LOVE 💕
Love our content as much as we love making it? We're passionate about sharing our adventures, but right now, it's not fully sustainable. If you'd like to help us keep creating, here’s how you can support:

👉 Become a patron on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thefabryk
👉 Or just buy us a coffee ☕️ to support our journey: https://buymeacoffee.com/thefabryk

Thank you so much for helping us keep The Fabryk going!

Below are also some affiliate links. We may make a small commission off of any purchase you make after clicking on these links, but that is just to support us in making great content and you won't pay anything more!

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THE EERIE TUNES IN THIS VIDEO:
Epidemic Sound - (Perfect for you making your own content) https://share.epidemicsound.com/ao2ybc
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FLIGHTS SO YOU GET YOURSELF TO JAPAN, LIKE RIGHT NOW
Skyscanner - https://bit.ly/3K1w9Df
Trip.com - https://bit.ly/3nDi8UJ
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VPN TO USE IN JAPAN (as we found some of the public networks to be insecure)
ExpressVPN - https://bit.ly/3LnGXxJ
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TRAVEL MEDICAL INSURANCE FOR NOMAD INSURANCE:
SafetyWing - https://bit.ly/3Toulss
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HOW WE ARE LEARNING TO EDIT VIDEOS:
Skillshare - Get a free month!: https://bit.ly/3n7hyyE

Abandoned Japanese Island Full of Secrets in Nagasaki 🇯🇵

In this video, we channel our #brokebackmountain or Brokeback Volcano 🌋 experience by heading up to the #kawaii crater town of Mt. Aso in #kyushu #Japan 🇯🇵. Mt. Aso is Japan's largest active volcano  with off-the-beaten-path hiking, delicious local food, and chilled out onsens where you can recuperate after a day's trekking. Watch as we explore all that Mt. Aso has to offer; one of the most memorable and special places we have found thus far in Japan. 

#digitalnomadspirit #digitalnomadlife #digitalnomads #MtAso #volcano #hiking #offthebeatenpath #localfood #onsen #travel #adventure #explore #nature #scenery #memorable #gaycouple

Check out our blog: https://thefabryk.com/ for more gay digital nomad stuff 👨‍❤️‍👨🌍💻!

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Some links from our blog:
ULTIMATE GUIDE TO JAPAN ON A BUDGET - https://thefabryk.com/blog/save-money-travel-in-japan
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Other important links:
JR PASS - https://japanrailpass.net 
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GIVE US A LITTLE LOVE 💕
Love our content as much as we love making it? We're passionate about sharing our adventures, but right now, it's not fully sustainable. If you'd like to help us keep creating, here’s how you can support:

👉 Become a patron on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thefabryk
👉 Or just buy us a coffee ☕️ to support our journey: https://buymeacoffee.com/thefabryk

Thank you so much for helping us keep The Fabryk going!

Below are also some affiliate links. We may make a small commission off of any purchase you make after clicking on these links, but that is just to support us in making great content and you won't pay anything more!

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THE BROKEBACK MOUNTAIN-ESQUE TUNES IN THIS VID:
Epidemic Sound - (Perfect for you making your own content) https://share.epidemicsound.com/ao2ybc
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FLIGHTS SO YOU GET YOURSELF TO JAPAN, LIKE RIGHT NOW (THERE IS AN AIRPORT NEAR MT. ASO)
Skyscanner - https://bit.ly/3K1w9Df
Trip.com - https://bit.ly/3nDi8UJ
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VPN TO USE IN JAPAN (as we found some of the public networks to be insecure)
ExpressVPN - https://bit.ly/3LnGXxJ
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NOMAD INSURANCE:
Travel Medical Insurance for digital nomads - SafetyWing - https://bit.ly/3Toulss
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HOW WE ARE LEARNING TO EDIT VIDEOS:
Skillshare - Get a free month!: https://bit.ly/3n7hyyE
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OTHER TOOLS WE DIG AT THE MOMENT:
Canva - For speeding up our design processes - https://partner.canva.com/q4DLmO

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