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Kyūshū: Japan's Amazing Southern Island!

Discover Kyūshū, a super cool island in Japan with volcanoes, hot springs, and yummy food!

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20260111 101740 Hakata Station JR Kyūshū in Hakata-eki-chūōgai Hakata-ku Fukuoka

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Akihabara Radio Center (Kotobuki-Musen) and Akihabara Radio Store (Kyūshū Denki) - Amateur radio transceivers & cables - 1-14-2 Sotokanda, 2008-10-21 (Ken OHYAMA)
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Kyūshū University Faculty of Medical Sciences Center for Cohort Studies 1-1 Maidashi-3-chōme Higashi-ku Fukuoka City 20221103
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Kyūshū University Faculty of Medical Sciences Inada Dōri 1-1 Maidashi-3-chōme Higashi-ku Fukuoka City 20221103
Nishijin Electrical Substation of Kyūshū Electric Power Transmission and Distribution 8-36 Nishijin-1-chōme Sawara-ku Fukuoka City 20221101
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Key Facts

Location
Southernmost of Japan's four main islands.
Population
About 12.3 million people.
Area
About 13,700 square miles (35,600 square kilometers).
Capital
Fukuoka.
Fun Fact
Kyūshū has more than 20 active volcanoes!

Where is Kyūshū? Let's Find It!

Imagine a big, beautiful country called Japan. Kyūshū is one of its main islands, sitting way down in the south! It's like the big toe of Japan.

It's surrounded by the big, blue ocean. The weather here is usually warm and sunny, perfect for playing outside. Kyūshū is a place full of amazing nature, from tall mountains to pretty coastlines.

It's the third largest island in Japan, so there's lots to explore!

Volcanoes and Hot Springs: Nature's Playground!

Kyūshū is famous for its exciting volcanoes! Some are sleeping giants, but one, Mount Aso, is one of the biggest active volcanoes in the world. When volcanoes are active, they can make hot springs!

These are like natural bathtubs filled with warm, bubbly water. People love to relax in them. Kyūshū also has beautiful beaches and lush green forests.

It's a place where you can see and feel the power of nature all around you.

Yummy Food and Friendly Faces!

People in Kyūshū love to eat! One super famous food is ramen, a delicious noodle soup that’s warm and tasty. They also have amazing seafood because they live by the ocean.

The people on Kyūshū are known for being very friendly and welcoming. They have lots of fun festivals and traditions that have been passed down for many, many years. It’s a place where you can make new friends and try new things!

What Do People Do There?

People in Kyūshū work in many different jobs. Some people grow delicious food like rice and vegetables on farms. Others work in factories making cool things.

Because it's an island, many people work with the sea, like fishing. Lots of people also work in shops and restaurants, serving delicious food to everyone. It's a busy and lively place where people work together to make their island a wonderful home.

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