Kyushu Geography by Matthew

What are some interesting facts about Kyushu?

Kyushu has the largest volcano in the world which is Mt. Aso. On Kyushu the first Emperor was born. Nagasaki was the only place open to ships from other contries during the Tokugawa period. In the ninth century Nagasaki was the only way inside to Japan to the outside world. On Kyushu the first Europeans set up trading areas. In Kyushu they make these little dolls that are named Hakata-ningyo. Kyushu has four of Japan's most beautiful parks. Kyushu, means ''nine areas."

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