More enhanced mobility will be possible soon with the extension plans for new constructions of an expressway and Kyushu Shinkansen (bullet train) west Kyushu route. Serving as a gateway from Asia, sufficient land and air infrastructure enables visitors for quick trips to Tokyo or Kyoto easily.
| International bases | Required time |
|---|---|
| Shanghai Pudong International Airport | 155 min. |
| Incheon International Airport | 80 min. |
| Domestic bases | Required time |
|---|---|
| Tokyo Station | 300 min. |
| Nagoya Station | 197 min. |
| Kyoto Station | 164 min. |
| Shin-Osaka Station | 140 min. |
| Hiroshima Station | 60 min. |
| Okayama Station | 95 min. |
| Hakata Station | 110 min. |
| Nagasaki Airport | 40 min. |
Trams that run through this compact city connects major tourist attractions easily with a day ticket as low as 500 yen which can be purchased at local hotels. A guided taxi, in English, is also available to visit famous sites more efficiently with comfort.