Fukuoka Private Tours &amp; Local Tour Guides

(19 reviews)

Hi! I am Kazue. I am from Fukuoka and live in the central city. I spent almost 20 years traveling around the world as a cabin attendant. Meeting different people, different cultures and eating local food were best things in my career. This experience definitely widened my perspective and will help me in some way when I work as a guide. Since I spent half my life outside of Japan, I noticed our culture and traditions are very unique and became more interested in historical sites in Japan. For my personal life, I am a mom of twins. It is still a hard work but I am enjoying a lot with them. We take them around Kyushu whenever possible for their fun and experience. We all love traveling after all. I am looking forward to showing you around our hometown soon!

Masatoshi M.

(15 reviews)

I had worked for the Japan's biggest travel agency JTB (Japan Travel Bureau) for 35 years as a tour escort for Japanese. I visited 68 countries and of course all over Japan as well. So I’m familiar with almost all of the tourist attractions in Japan. More over I’m also a professional magician now. I’m a member magician of The Magic Castle in Hollywood in US. That's why I made a decision to become an English tour guide. I acquired a tour guide license issued by the Japanese government with a lot of hard work in 2016 and I started from the following year. I guided 1,420 people with 17 groups totaly in 2017and 1,600 people in 1018. Through long work for travel business, I was assigned to excursions of all over Japan, such as Sapporo, Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Nagoya, Hiroshima, Fukuoka, Okinawa and others, which gave me intimate knowledge about most places in the country. In addition, I am adept in business fields and knowledgeable about historical sites, traditional culture and modern subcultures in Japan. My wife is a disabled person with an intractable disease who needs 24-hour nursing care. Our daughter takes care of my wife while I am guiding. Even if my schedule is free, I may not be able to take the tour on days when my daughter cannot cooperate. Please ask me first. If it is possible.

Katsu N.

Notice: I have four neck coolers as a way to prevent heatstroke. Therefore, I’m temporarily suspending the recruitment of tours with 5 or more people for the end of September arrivals. This is because I can only accommodate a maximum of 4 people to ensure proper heatstroke prevention. Thanks for your reading this greeting! My name is Katsuhisa. Please call me Katsu:) I lived in Nagasaki for 18 years, from birth to high school graduation. My ex-job is salesperson. I sailed many beautiful furniture in various cities in Japan. I think sales is very similar to guide in expressing contents to the customer attractively and entertaining. I’ve made many customers entertained by my talk and experience. So I do want to entertain you with attractive of Nagasaki and Japan and with the respect to the country and the town which gave birth and brought me up.

Yukihiro (Hero)行博

4.95 / 5

(37 reviews)

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Hello, everyone!! My name is Yukihiro(行博), call me "HERO". I'm eager to introduce this unique country, Japan to foreign guests. I am not a professional interpreter. I have retired from Japan Ground Self-Defense Force(JGSDF=Japanese Army) on March 2018. 大家好！我名字叫xing2 bo2, 請叫我xing bo。我喜歡跟外國遊客分享這個很有意思的國家---日本國。我是個業餘的翻譯導遊, 不太專業, 在2018年3月我退休了日本陸上自衛隊（日本陸軍）。 I have spent most of my career as a Army NCO(Non-commissioned officer) . My job experiences are only in the military, but there are variety of specialties, so I didn't feel boredom. I lived in many places all over Japan, such as Hokkaido 10years, Chiba 15years, Okinawa 8years and more places. 我在軍隊當陸軍士官過了大部分的生活。我的工作經驗只在軍隊內，但是它有很多兵種和工作，所以我沒有膩了。我住過日本各地的很多地方，例如北海道１０年，千葉縣１５年，沖繩８年還有別的有些地方。 I am working for the half of month as a tour-conductor in Okinawa Japan. Rest of month, I live in Nagasaki Prefecture, and work as a Triple Lights interpreter tour guide. 我一邊在沖繩當旅遊服務員大概半個月，一邊在九州長崎當Triple Lights的翻譯導游工作剩餘的月。 I am registered as a Okinawa prefectural interpreter tour guide (English & Chinese), but don't have a whole Japan area certification. So I am brushing my skill up to get it. 我登記了沖繩縣的地域翻譯導遊（英／中文），可是沒有全國的。所以為了獲得全國導遊資格，我正在繼續學外語。 I speak English, Chinese (simplify & traditional) , no problem to guide you, not like a native though. 我會說英語和中文(簡／繁)，作為您的導游沒問題，沒有母語的人那麼好。

New Fukuoka Tour Guides

Katsumi K.

I'm living in Fukuoka for more than 30 years. Working in cosmetics industry for more than 38 years (CEO of the professional cosmetics consulting company) and doing business with my partners in France, Spain, Italy, Lithuania, Morocco, Thailand, China and Taiwan. According to my experience of entertaining my foreign partners when they visit Fukuoka, I can comunicate very friendly and can introduce you many local fun activities, delicious meals and attractive places around Fukuoka and Saga. I can guide you to several places that tourists or even Japanese usually can't visit. I hope these experiense will be good memories for you.

Tac K.

I was borne and raised in Fukuoka. I'm retired last year, and now slowly enjoying life. Before retireing, I work for IT related services for over 4 decades. My job roles were programmer, System Engineer, IT department Manager and IT project manager, additionally Internal Auditor. But, I feel it's a long time ago. I'm not a sporty person. I prefer reading books(Manga & novels) and listening music. Especially, I like Taiyou Matsumoto's commic & Tatsurou Yamashita's pop music. I also like outdoor activities like camping, jogging and chairing. Especially, enjoyning chairing. (Taking a folding chair and walk to the beach, which is 15 minutes away, and just relax.) I want to communicate with many people through the Japan as it is.

Chiyako H.

(1 reviews)

I am a licensed guide interpreter. I have seven years of working experience in a foreign company, where I enjoyed communicating with people with various backgrounds. So I love my job as a guide that can broaden my view through direct interaction with foreign visitors. I have been living in Fukuoka for 16 years. Among several cities I have lived or stayed in before, Fukuoka is the best place with rich nature, history, exciting urban areas and excellent cuisine! Let me help you fully enjoy your stay in Fukuoka through my tour.

Miho C.

(2 reviews)

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Hi, I am Miho :) Thank you for checking my page. I'm passionate tour guide in Fukuoka. This is my hometown, I love this place, nature, people and food! Especially I'm interested in hiking and visiting shrine. I used to study at Belgium and Australia for about 3 years in total, which has given me a unique perspective and a global outlook on life. I used to work at manufacturing company and retail shop. With major in Japanese history and literature, I'll share you fascinating stories of Fukuoka.

Popular Fukuoka Private Tours

Fukuoka Yatai stall hopping tour

3 hours

Are you keen to experience something very unique and traditional in Fukuoka? If yes, try delicious local food in Yatai stalls! Yatai, open air food stands are probably the city’s best known symbol and a “must try” during your stay! Traditionally sitting shoulder to shoulder at the counter, these mobile Yatai kitchens have usually 8 to 10 seats and provide you with a cozy unique atmosphere. An experience you will never find anywhere else!

Full day Fukuoka city tour

8 hours

We will visit Major tourist spots in Fukuoka city, Fukuoka Tower, Kushida Shrie (related with Yamakasa Festival), Tochouji Temple (the first temple Kobodaishi Kukai built) and Fukuoka Castle ruins.

History Exploration and Relaxing Onsen Tour

5 hours 30 min

This tour is composed of two main attractions; exploring historical structures in "Hakata old town", and immersing yourself in a refreshing hot spring located in the seaport area. Through the first half of the trip, you would experience the traditional townscape with the Japanese style garden, shrines and temples. The tiredness of walking will be healed by the hot spring bath and fresh seafood lunch. Please fully enjoy the tradiotional cultures and experiences.

One-Day memorable tour in Fukuoka and Dazaifu

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7 hours

Fukuoka and dazaifu have prospered as " Japan's Door to Asia" from antiquity and influenced by different cultures. This makes it very popular with international visitors. Subsequently, Fukuoka has been ranked the 14th "Most livable city in the world" by the British Monocle magazine. You can get a rough idea about Fukuoka and Dazaifu by joining this tour.

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Yanagawa River cruising

7 hours

The river boat ride in Yanagawa is very enjoyable and relaxing! You never get tired of looking at unique view and beautiful waterways from the boat. Unagi-Seiromushi (Eel) , the specialty in Yanagawa is a must try! We can also visit Ohana, the former residence of feudal load who ruled this region during Edo periods, and the former house of Samurai.

Yanagawa River Cruising and Dazaifu Tenmagu

9 hours

The river boat ride in Yanagawa is very enjoyable and relaxing! You never get tired of looking at unique view and beautiful waterways from the boat. Unagi-Seiromushi (Eel) , the specialty in Yanagawa is a must try! We can also visit Ohana, the former residence of feudal load who ruled this region during Edo periods, and the former house of Samurai. Dazaifu Tenmangu is kind of on the way back to the city. We can stroll around the shrine and you can grab local sweets and some souvenirs there!

Hakata old town city tour by rickshaw wearing Kimono

5 hours

A Japanese style experience exciting tour. First traditional hand painting experience (Hakata doll hand paint) at Folk Museum in Hakata. Next change to Kimono and visit Hakata old town (Kushida Shrine, Tochoji Temple, Shotenji Temple and Hakata Sennen Gate) by rickshaw transportation. For final, I’ll guide you to friendly dinner which means the Yatai stall that you can talk to all guests gathering at the same stall by drinking and eating.

FROM$70/ per person

Katsumi K.

Nagasaki Excursion d'une journée au départ de Fukuoka

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10 hours

De Fukuoka par la route , entre mer et montagne, regardons les magnifiques paysages de l'Ile de Kyushu jusqu'à Nagasaki. Partons à la découverte de Nagasaki petite ville chargée d'histoire. Seul port ouvert aux pays étrangers durant la periode d'isolement(1651-1858). Première ville des missions chrétiennes et persécutions au Japon. Deuxième ville du bombardement atomique. *Pour les croisiéristes ce tour est possible au départ de Nagasaki international port terminal.

FROM$375/ per group

Eric L.

Popular Fukuoka Private Cars

Visit to NANZOIN Temple

3 hours

The guardian deity Fudo Myoo and the 41m (or 134 ft) long bronze reclining Budda statue are must-sees In Japan, Buddhism and Shinto coexist. I will explain the coexistence of the two religions.

Art1.Fukuoka,Private car, temple and shrine,8hours

8 hours

The city center of Fukuoka is divided into Fukuoka and Hakata. Fukuoka was a samurai town of the Kuroda clan of the Fukuoka domain, while Hakata has a long history as a merchant town and an international trading port, with many shrines and temples established there. This tour mainly travels around the Hakata, allowing you to experience the culture and religion created by long history. Also, because we tour by car, we get to see more places and have more fun than other tours.

FROM$465/ per group

Katsu N.

Hakata (Fukuoka) Port 5-Hour Day Tour with a Private Car（9-passenger car）

5 hours

Experienced local taxi drivers will cordially show you around the area so that you can visit both must-see and hidden sightseeing spots and enjoy local food.

Hakata (Fukuoka) Port 8-Hour Day Tour with a Private Car（9-passenger car）

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8 hours

Experienced local taxi drivers will cordially show you around the area so that you can visit both must-see and hidden sightseeing spots and enjoy local food.

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Fukuoka Tour Reviews

Stephanie I.

5 / 5

Sep 4, 2024

Beppu Hot Spring and Kujyu-Aso great nature tour (27-29 August 2024)

3 days

Customized

Sep 4, 2024

“Great Nature Tour”

It was a great time with Yasu. He is a very pleasant companion, flexible, open-minded, good-humored, a very good hiker and driver, reliable and interested. We are very grateful for the impressions we shared together. We can definitely recommend a trip with Yasu!

Yasuhiko I.

(11 reviews)

Stephanie, thank you very much for your compliment. It was also a great moment to go around Kujyu and Aso area with your family. I am so happy that you enjoyed the trip. On behalf of Japan Weather Association, I would say sorry for the typhoon attack. :) Thank you very much again!! Vielen Dank. -Yasu

Sungwon C.

5 / 5

Aug 12, 2024

Old town of Hakata.

5 hours

Customized

Aug 12, 2024

“Fukuoka No. 1 guide”

Morry San is an exceptional tour guide, knowledgeable, witty, and meticulous in every detail. His warm-hearted nature made the travel experience truly enjoyable, offering rich insights into Fukuoka's history and culture. Highly recommended without hesitation!!

Masatoshi M.

(15 reviews)

Sungwon San Thank you for choosing me to be your English guide this time. I'm glad you enjoyed your stay in Fukuoka. Now you already know the difference between Hakata and Fukuoka, the meaning of the samurai's topknot, the meaning of the tower on top of the five-story pagoda, the difference between portraits of warriors facing right and left, and the etiquette for visiting shrines. Please come to Fukuoka, Japan again. I look forward to seeing you again. And now Arigatou gozaimasu.

Rochelle A.

5 / 5

Jul 10, 2024

The introduction of Fukuoka city(6 hours)

6 hours

Jul 10, 2024

“The Ultimate Tour Guide”

Kazue is the ultimate tour guide! Her English is fantastic and her genuine concern and attention to every detail of your trip, wants, and needs is amazing! Her knowledge of Fukuoka is great, surpassed only in kindness, sweetness, and a great sense of humor too ;) What more could anyone ask for? Having Kazue as your tour guide will give you total peace and joy as she leads you wherever your heart desires like a true angel. Do yourself a favor if you want a stress-free, meaningful, and fun trip to Japan and hire Kazue as your ultimate Fukuoka tour guide! You will love every minute with her and you will cry like we did when you have to say farewell to her and her lovely city! We love you, Kazue! We will never forget you! Arigato gozaimasu for everything! Mark & Rochelle Alo from Maui, Hawaii

Kazue I.

(19 reviews)

Dear, Mrs.Rochelle Thank you so much for such nice words and pictures!!! I am so glad that I was able to accommodate your needs and to help you in some way. Spending the time with you was really fun for me as well and I will never forget your kindness, the time together and the things we talked about. It meant a lot to me! Thank you too for everything! Warm regards, Kazue

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