A Fukuoka's Old Town "Hakata walking tour"
Joined 2018
JOTENJI Temple: The birthplace of udon and soba
TOCHOJI Temple: The first temple built by the high priest Kukai.
The five-storied pagoda and 11m tall wooden Buddha statue are a must-see.
KUSHIDA Shrine is one of the oldest shrines in Fukuoka, and the summer festival "Yamakasa" is held once a year.
KAWABATA Shopping Arcade Street：the old-fashioned
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Your hotel
- Fukuoka airport or Hakata station or other.
Tochoji Temple
The first temple built by the high priest Kukai.
The five-storied pagoda and 11m tall wooden Buddha statue are a must-see.
JOTENJI Temple
The birthplace of manju, udon, and soba.
KUSHIDA Shrine
One of the oldest shrines in Fukuoka city.
The finale of Fukuoka's summer festival YAMAKASA will be held here.
Ending Point
Your hotel
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide fee, hotel pick-up
Guide transportation fee approximately 500 yen
Tochoji Temple entrance fee: 50 yen per person
Guide gratuity
Tour Important Information
The earliest pick-up time is 7:30am.
This tour can also depart in the afternoon.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2018
About Tour Guide Masatoshi M.
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.
Reviews
Rayna T.
“Excellent tour of Nanzoin, Dazaifu and Tochoji”
Morry is an excellent tour guide. He is not only knowledgeable but also as an added bonus performs his magic tricks. We had an awesome tour and look forward to booking more tours with him in the future. Thank you Morry-San.
Masatoshi M.
Thank you for joining me on my Dazaifu - Nanzoin - Tochoji tour in my car today. I enjoyed your surprise at the champon noodles for lunch. Please come to Fukuoka again in the autumn foliage season. I will be waiting for you. The Kakigoya (Oyster Hut） will be waiting for you, too.
Jay Z.
“Yatai Tour (1st Apr)”
Masatoshi was lively and informative. The Yatais he brought us to were delicious! He explained each food and also engaged the locals with us.
Masatoshi M.
Thank you Jay-san I hope your YATAI experience will be a memorable one. I hope you continue to have a fun trip in Japan. See you in Singapore. Morry
Tatjana S.
“Wonderful time with our guide”
We enjoyed a wonderful time with Masatoshi today! He is precise, professional and full of knowledge. Next time we come, we will book more tours with Masatoshi for sure! Huge recommendation!
Masatoshi M.
Thank you for your wonderful review. I hope your tour of Yanagawa and Dazaifu was memorable. I hope to see you again in Japan in the near future. Arigatou Gozaimashita.
$105/ per group
More tours by Masatoshi M.
HAKATA YATAI Stall Tour（Street food）
In Fukuoka, YATAI food stalls appear here and there at night (around 6 pm). At the food stalls, you can enjoy ODEN, handmade GYOZA, Omelet, RAMEN, and other local foods.
Full day Fukuoka city tour
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.
Visit to NANZOIN Temple
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.
Yanagawa rafting and Dazaifu Tenmangu day trip
In the morning, we will go down the Yanagawa River, and in the afternoon we will visit Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine. Use the Dazaifu/Yanagawa sightseeing ticket.
Other Popular Art, Culture, & Historical Tours in Fukuoka
History Exploration and Relaxing Onsen Tour
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.
Ohori Park Japanese culture tour
Around Ohori Park, there are a lot of tourist spots where you can experience Japanese culture and green-rich nature. The 2-kilometer circular walkway is full of people who enjoy running, walking and chatting. It is nice and cozy place.
Explore Japan’s Heritage: Dazaifu, Kyushu National Museum & Historic Tochoji
Sugawara Michizane, enshrined at Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine, is revered as the god of learning. During New Year's season, over 2 million people visit, and more than 10 million every year from Japan. The Kyushu National Museum, opened in 2005, is Japan’s fourth national museum. It focuses on history and cultural exchange with Asian countries, unlike the other three which focus on art. Tochoji Temple, founded by the Kukai in the 9th century, is known for one of the biggest wooden seated Buddha.
History Exploration and Local Town Walking Tour
You would experience the traditional Japanese cultures by visiting the Japanese style garden, the shrine and the temple. A historical museum would also showcase the history of Hakata and some notable craft products that have long been preserved. Please enjoy the fresh seafood dish for lunch! A stroll in a small but bustling local town is another attraction. Walking along the shopping street, you would feel an energetic atmosphere of everyday life.