Fukuoka at night

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It was a full day, from onsens in Kannawa to tonkotsu ramen in Fukuoka. It's hard to believe we only have one more day in Fukuoka before heading home. Better get some rest!

The best decision I made on this jaunt to Japan was booking this side trip to Beppu City.

I really didn’t know what to expect. And I will say, the city with an overabundance of hot springs and friendly smiles surprised me.

I loved that folks smiled and said, “Ohayou gozaimasu”（おはようございます）to me as I walked by. I loved that whenever we asked for directions, people literally walked us to our destination. They were just as warm as the hot springs flowing under the city — and that was the appeal.

So we had one more day in Beppu City — and still lots to see and do. Then we were heading back to Fukuoka for our final dinner in the city.

Big plans, big day. Good thing I was well rested!

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