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Day trip to Kumamoto by car
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Joined 2018
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
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
・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
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 work as an English guide approximately 130 days a year.
My wife is physically disabled, and I usually care for her.
Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, I receive home care and bathing services, so I am unable to go out during the day as I have to prepare for and clean up afterwards.
I am available to guide on Sundays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. I can take up to four people sightseeing in my private car.
I am available at any time during evening tours, such as YATAI tours.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Please ask me first. If it is possible.
Reviews
Stephanie B.
“Entertaining Day ”
I knew Morry was the tour guide for me when I discovered that one of his pre-existing tours included Motonosumi Shrine and that he was willing to go the extra mile to customize my tour. He drove very long distances to show us the picturesque Omijima coastline, stunning red torii gates perched on a bluff overlooking the ocean, and the unique reclining Buddha at Nanzoin Temple. Morry’s attention to detail is flawless as he figured out the best pick up point, communicated before and after the tour with insights related to our tour and suggestions of what to see and eat after our tour ended. He is a born entertainer sharing stories and magic tricks mixed in with historical commentary on the attractions we saw.
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Masatoshi M.
I am delighted that you chose me from among many English-speaking guides, and that you enjoyed Aoshima Island, Motonosumi Inari Shrine, and Nanzoin Temple with me. I hope that you have grown to love Japan even a little bit. If you ever have the opportunity to come to Fukuoka, please let me know. I would be happy to guide you. Thank you and Arigato gozaimasu.
Xilei D.
“Great entertainer”
Morry is a very entertaining tour guide, and he will pepper your tour with amazing up close magic tricks! My son who likes magic and is usually skeptical of most magic shows is honestly baffled by quite a few of his tricks despite having the chance to observe up close. Our tour was on a rainy day but Morry came prepared with wet weather gear for us. It was a good day out.
Masatoshi M.
I'm so glad you enjoyed Dazaifu and Yanagawa despite the rainy weather. I have over 400 magic tricks; I'll show you even more next time we have the opportunity. Please come to Fukuoka again. See you again soon
Paige K.
“Incredible Sights, Guide & Experience!!”
Morry was an absolutely fantastic guide, 10/10! Morry is incredibly knowledgeable on the history of Japan and was able to answer our questions every step of the way which enhanced the culture and overall experience. Not only is he smart, he is an amazing magician! We had a long day in the car, and Morry was wooing us with his tricks and literally making things disappear in thin air - incredible!!! He made sure we had everything we needed for a comfortable ride and he worked with me to design a custom itinerary to visit the shrines and gorge. The sights were gorgeous and Morry was capturing photos of us along the way. He snapped photos when we were in the moment and sent them to us after which was a sweet surprise. I have already recommended him to others wanting the most out of their trip - Morry is the best man for the job!!! p.s. Morry is also a foodie and recommended some amazing food stall options for dinner and lunch, which were all AMAZING!!! This guy does it all!
Masatoshi M.
Thank you for your wonderful review. I'm so glad you both enjoyed your trip to Takatachiho and Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine.. I'm especially happy that you enjoyed the local food at YATAI (Food stall), which I recommended. If you ever have the opportunity to come to Fukuoka again, I'd be happy to show you around. See you soon!
$549/ per group
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