Exploring Kyushu

Late October 2026

*** Preliminary Itinerary ***

Explore Japan’s southernmost island and discover six unique regions endowed with natural beauty, historic treasures, temples in verdant forest settings and steaming hot springs

TOUR LEADER

Dr Kathleen Olive is one of Australia’s best-known cultural tour leaders, with over fifteen years’ experience leading tours to Western Europe, North America and Japan.

While Kathleen is particularly known for her expertise in Italy, she has recently pursued a longstanding interest in Japanese art, aesthetics and design. Since 2017 she has led nine sold-out tours to Japan and presented regular lectures on Japanese art, history and gardens for ArtsNational Australia.

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