Day trip to Kumamoto by car
Kumamoto City is the third largest city in Kyushu with a population of about 730,000.
It is about a 2-hour drive from Fukuoka (120km one way).
This tour will visit the famous Kumamoto Castle and Suizenji Jojuen Garden.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel ( or airport or station) in Fukuoka
- Hotel lobby or in front of the hotel. Hakata Station platform. Airport arrival lobby, etc.
Kumamoto Castle and Josaine
Kumamoto Castle is one of the three most famous castles in Japan, and is a magnificent castle built by Kato Kiyomasa between 1603 and 1604.
Josaien is a tourist facility located in Sakuranobaba. It aims to enhance the appeal of Kumamoto Castle and the castle town by promoting the region's food culture, traditions, and history.
Suizennji Joushuen (Japanese garden)
Suizenji Jojuen Garden is a stroll-style garden in Kumamoto City that was built by Lord Hosokawa Tadatoshi in the early Edo period.
If you wish, you can also experience a tea ceremony.
Ending Point
At your hotel in Fukuoka
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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
・Pick-up and drop-off transportation (Sedan 5 seater)
・9-hour guide fee
・Round-trip highway tolls
・Round-trip gasoline fee
・Parking fee
Kumamoto Castle: ¥800 per person
Suizennji Joushuen: ¥400 per person
Lunch fee
Guide tip
Tour Important Information
・On this tour, we will travel and sightsee in my personal car.
・The walking paths are relatively flat, so even older people can join.
・Kumamoto Castle is also equipped with an elevator, so there is no need to walk up to the castle tower.
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
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
Wynne L.
“Autumn leaves viewing at Kiyomizu-dera Temple Honbo Garden”
Morry gave us a perfect day in Fukuoka. He was punctual, professional, and so much fun. He managed a smooth tour for all eight of us. We saw everything at a relaxed pace and were even treated to his clever magic tricks. The entire experience was smooth, fun, and utterly memorable. Highly recommend!
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Masatoshi M.
Thank you for leaving a wonderful review. The weather was nice that day, and we were able to enjoy the autumn leaves at the temple. We look forward to seeing you again if the opportunity arises. Morry
Vadim S.
“Authentic Yatai Experience with a Fantastic Guide”
I joined the Yatai stall tour on my own and had such a memorable evening thanks to Morry. He knows Fukuoka inside and out, and it really showed in the places he chose — each stop had its own character, great food, and stories behind it. Even as a solo traveler I felt completely comfortable and included, and I enjoyed hearing his perspectives on the city’s history and daily life. If you want a relaxed, authentic introduction to Fukuoka’s nightlife and local culture, this tour is an excellent choice.
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Masatoshi M.
Thank you for your wonderful review. I'm glad you enjoyed your stay. If you have the opportunity to come to Fukuoka again, there are plenty of other places worth visiting, so I hope you'll check it out.
Lucrecia E.
“A day in Fukuoka ”
Morry made our day in Fukuoka very special, he was very puntual at cruise terminal, picked us up and took us arround, we started the day very early and visited all tourist attractions with no rush, he even entertained us with his magic treats, he was wonderful!! We were a group of 8 and he helped us renting a van, and that helped us moving efficiently.
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Masatoshi M.
Thank you for visiting Fukuoka. Thank you for loving my favorite ramen restaurant. I'm glad you enjoyed my city, Fukuoka and Hakata. Please come visit Fukuoka again if you have the opportunity. Your guide Morry
$572/ per group
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