九州新幹線上空を飛行して全区間を北上する遊覧飛行 | GoogleEarth空撮 鹿児島中央駅～川内・新水俣・新八代・熊本・大牟田・筑後船小屋・久留米～博多駅 | Shinkansen/Japan

Embark on a breathtaking aerial journey across Japan as we follow the complete route of the Kyushu Shinkansen from Kagoshima-Chuo Station all the way to Hakata Station in Fukuoka. This virtual flight, created with Google Earth, lets you experience the landscapes, cities, and landmarks of Kyushu from the sky—something you could never see from the train window alone. The Kyushu Shinkansen is one of Japan’s most impressive high-speed rail lines, connecting southern Kyushu to the vibrant northern hub of Fukuoka in as little as 1 hour and 20 minutes. In this video, you will soar over the route that links iconic destinations such as Kagoshima, Kumamoto, Kurume, and Tosu before arriving at bustling Hakata. From the volcanic presence of Sakurajima, to the historic Kumamoto Castle, and finally to the modern skyline of Fukuoka, every section reveals a new perspective on Japan’s diverse geography and culture. Whether you are a railway enthusiast, a Japan travel lover, or someone planning a future trip, this video offers the perfect chance to preview the journey in a unique and relaxing way. The bird’s-eye view highlights rivers, mountains, urban centers, and countryside landscapes, showing how the Shinkansen connects people, cities, and regions across Kyushu. This aerial tour is more than a train video—it is a virtual sightseeing guide to Japan. Use it as inspiration for your travel plans, as an educational resource to understand Kyushu’s geography, or simply as a peaceful virtual escape to Japan’s scenic beauty. Sit back, enjoy the flight, and let this video take you on a sky-high Shinkansen adventure across Japan. ▼Content Data Station Name (Location) / Operating Distance from Hakata / Actual Distance from Hakata Hakata Station (Hakata-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture) / 0 km / 0 km Shin-Tosu Station (Tosu City, Saga Prefecture) / 28.6 km / 26.3 km Kurume Station (Kurume City, Fukuoka Prefecture) / 35.7 km / 32 km Chikugo-Funagoya Station (Chikugo City, Fukuoka Prefecture) / 51.5 km / 47.9 km Shin-Omuta Station (Omuta City, Fukuoka Prefecture) / 69.3 km / 59.7 km Shin-Tamana Station (Tamana City, Kumamoto Prefecture) / 90.4 km / 76.3 km Kumamoto Station (Nishi-ku, Kumamoto City, Kumamoto Prefecture) / 118.4 km / 98.2 km Shin-Yatsushiro Station (Yatsushiro City, Kumamoto Prefecture) / 151.3 km / 130 km Shin-Minamata Station (Minamata City, Kumamoto Prefecture) / 194.1 km / 172.8 km Izumi Station (Izumi City, Kagoshima Prefecture) / 210.1 km / 188.8 km Sendai Station (Satsumasendai City, Kagoshima Prefecture) / 242.8 km / 221.5 km Kagoshima-Chuo Station (Kagoshima City, Kagoshima Prefecture) / 288.9 km / 256.8 km ▼Timeline 00:00 Kagoshima-Chuo Station 01:15 Sendai Station 02:16 Izumi Station 02:53 Shin-Minamata Station 04:11 Shin-Yatsushiro Station 05:11 Kumamoto Station 05:57 Shin-Tamana Station 06:57 Shin-Omuta Station 07:44 Chikugo-Funagoya Station 08:42 Kurume Station 09:06 Shin-Tosu Station 10:37 Hakata Station