A travel course through Japan's volcanic south, where the ground breathes and the pottery has a 400-year reputation.

Kyushu is where Japan's geology, food and craft meet in a small, navigable space — and it is far less crowded than Tokyo or Kyoto.

By the end

You will be able to plan a Kyushu trip around its volcanoes, hot springs and ceramics, read the etiquette and prices, and talk about the island with real understanding.

Who this is for

Anyone curious about Kyushu, from the armchair traveller to the person booking flights for next month.