Fukuoka and Chill - a pleasant day with historical highlights
Discover Fukuoka's fascinating history on this relaxed day guided tour. We will be exploring ancient temples, vibrant shrines, and impressive castle ruins with insightful stories from your local expert - me. Of course we cannot forget delicious food. After the tour I will give you some tips for your other stay in Fukuoka or Japan in general
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel
- I will be waiting for you in the lobby.
Hakata old Town and Tōchō-ji Temple
We will walk through old Fukoka town visting the temple housing Fukuoka Daibutsu, a towering 10.8-meter wooden seated Great Buddha statue, and the striking red five-story pagoda.
Hakata Machiya Folk Museum
a beautifully restored traditional merchant house from the Meiji and Taisho era will offer us a glimpse into the daily life of in Fukuoka some 120 years ago
Lunch in Kawabata Shopping street
A lunch in a old shopping street - how about Hakata Ramen? Or maybe a soup made from red beans with mochi?
Fukuoka Castle ruins
Only impressive walls and turrets remain of what once was the biggest castle on Kyushu. This fortress can teach us alot about Japanese history and especially history of Kyushu
Ohri Park and Japanese garden
Stroll in a unique park with its massive pond close to the castle.
Later we will also take a short rest in a quiet Japanese garden.
Gokoku Shrine
An impressive shrine surrounded by green scenery housing Japanese largest raw wooden torii gate.
Ending Point
At your hotel
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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
Guide Fee
Hotel Pick-up
Lunch
Public transportation fee
Entrance fee
Tour Important Information
This tour normally uses public transportation.
Fees are needed in some facilities and are not included in the prices.
Important message from the supplier
I can work any day and any time of the day, but of course need to schedule with my other projects
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 Tomáš K.
A passionate Japan enthusiast living in Japan with my wife and our beloved dog. I studied Japanese language and culture at University and have extensive experience in guiding all kinds of visitors. I help travelers discover the best that Japan has to offer.
My goal is to ensure others to make the most of their journey through this beautiful and fascinating country and thorugh my experience of life in Japan work as a bridge between Japanese and foreigners coming to Japan.
$190/ per group
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