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Take a train to Kumamoto and visit Kumamoto Castle, one of the most impressive castles in Japan. The castle was built in the 17th century and features beautiful gardens, a museum, and a samurai house. After exploring the castle, take a walk through Suizenji Garden, a tranquil Japanese garden with a miniature Mt. Fuji and a tea house.

For lunch, try the local specialty, basashi (raw horse meat sashimi), at a restaurant in Kumamoto. After lunch, take a train to Aso, a town located at the foot of Mount Aso, one of the largest active volcanoes in the world. Take a scenic drive through the Aso-Kuju National Park, which offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.

Stay in Aso for the night and enjoy a relaxing soak in one of the town's many hot springs. For dinner, try some local Aso beef at a restaurant in the town.

Take a train to Beppu, a coastal town known for its hot springs and onsen (hot springs resorts). Start your day by visiting the Jigoku Meguri (Hell Tour), which takes you to several hot springs with different colors and characteristics. After the tour, head to the Beppu Ropeway, which takes you up the mountain for panoramic views of the town and the sea.

For lunch, try the local specialty, Beppu ramen, at a restaurant in the town. After lunch, visit the Beppu City Traditional Bamboo Crafts Center, which showcases traditional bamboo crafts from the region. If you have time, you can also visit the Umitamago Aquarium, which features a variety of marine life from the surrounding waters.

Stay in Beppu for the night and enjoy a relaxing soak in one of the town's many hot springs. For dinner, try some local seafood at a restaurant in the town.