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Kyushu
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The third-largest and southwesternmost of Japan's four main islands.
"Kyushu is known for its hot springs and active volcanoes."
"They flew to Fukuoka, the largest city on Kyushu."
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Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishOne of Japan's four main islands, in the southwest of the country.
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Etymology
From Japanese 九州 (Kyūshū), literally "nine provinces," reflecting the island's historical division into nine regions.