Hotels in Kyushu Island, Japan

Kyushu is Japan's southernmost main island, with a subtropical climate that means mild winters (around 50°F/10°C) and hot, humid summers (up to 95°F/35°C). It's famous for its active volcanoes like Mount Aso-you can hike its caldera in spring or fall when temps are cooler-and for the world's best hot springs in Beppu and Yufuin, perfect for soaking in winter. In summer, head to Nagasaki for its Peace Park and 19th-century Dutch architecture, or visit Kagoshima's live Sakurajima volcano; for ceramics fans, spring is ideal for touring Arita's pottery workshops.