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A Hidden Gem Escape: Discover Shikanoshima Island

Kinin Park

Mokozuka

Shikaumi Shrine

Private vehicle: N-BOX

A Hidden Gem Escape: Discover Shikanoshima Island

Off the Beaten Path

Car Tour (driving guide)

Joined 2026

Mio I.

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Fukuoka

Chinese (Simplified), English

5 hrs 40 mins

Private tour (only you and Mio I.)

Up to 2 people

Shikanoshima is a historic island located at the northern end of Hakata Bay.

It is famous as the place where the Golden Seal of the King of Na was discovered in 1784. This precious artifact is designated as a Japanese national treasure.

The island is also mentioned in Japan's oldest anthology of poetry, the Man'yōshū. Many poems describe its beautiful natural scenery, showing how its landscapes have inspired people for centuries.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

09:00 AM

Meeting Point

Hakata Station

- We’ll meet at Hakata Station. If you’re staying at a hotel in Hakata, we can also meet you in your hotel lobby.

10:00 AM

Shikanoshima Island

10:00 AM

Kin-in Park

This park was created to commemorate the discovery of the Gold Seal in this area.

10:30 AM

Mokozuka

This site is considered to be a battlefield from the Mongol invasions of Japan.

10:40 AM

Okitugu Shrine

11:10 PM

Shiomi Park

It is located at the highest point on Shikanoshima Island. From the observatory, you can enjoy a beautiful 360-degree panoramic view of Hakata Bay and Fukuoka City.

11:50 AM

Lunch

There are several restaurants where you can enjoy Sazae-don, a local specialty of Shikanoshima, and other fresh seafood dishes. If you prefer something other than seafood, you can also choose a restaurant that serves other types of cuisine.

01:00 PM

Shikaumi Shrine

The shrine is dedicated to the gods of the sea, known as the Watatsumi deities. Since ancient times, people have worshipped these gods and prayed for safe voyages, good fishing, and protection at sea.

02:40 PM

Hakata Station

Ending Point

Hakata Station or Your Hotel

Want to personalize this tour?

This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

・Guide fee

・Private vehicle: N-BOX (up to two people)

・Gasoline fee, toll, and parking fee

・Guide's lunch cost

What‘s not included

・Lunch (1,500～4,000 yen)

・Personal expenses

Tour Important Information

・Please be aware that there are many stairs at Shikaumi Shrine.

・Please inform me of any food allergies or dietary restrictions you may have.

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 2026

Mio I.

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About Tour Guide Mio I.

KONICHIWA!! I am Mio!

I was born and raised in Hyogo Prefecture, and I moved to Fukuoka about a year and a half ago.

Since I moved here, I have been working as a tour leader, guiding Japanese travelers to beautiful destinations across Kyushu, including Fukuoka, Kumamoto, Miyazaki, Kagoshima, and Saga Prefectures. Through my job, I've had the opportunity to discover many amazing places and experience the unique culture of each region.

Personally, I think Fukuoka has the best food in Japan!

If you'd like to explore places beyond the typical tourist attractions and experience authentic local life, I'd love to be your guide.

On my tours, we'll visit hidden gems that are still unknown to most international visitors, where you can meet local people and enjoy authentic experiences.

And if you're a big foodie, you definitely have to visit the Munakata area of Fukuoka! It's home to incredibly fresh seafood and wonderful restaurants that many tourists never get the chance to discover.