Fukuoka Autumn Colors & Cultural Highlights – 4-Hour Private Tour
Enjoy the beauty and culture of Fukuoka during the autumn season.
Begin at the ruins of Fukuoka Castle, where you can admire the historic stone walls and seasonal autumn foliage. Continue to Tochoji Temple, famous for its impressive wooden Buddha statue, and then visit Kushida Shrine, one of Fukuoka’s most important Shinto shrines.
After exploring these historic sites, enjoy a delicious Japanese lunch at a local restaurant in Tenjin.
Autumn foliage season: Late November to early December.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
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the ruins of Fukuoka Castle
The Fukuoka Castle Ruins are a great spot to enjoy autumn leaves. The stone walls and old castle remains create a beautiful contrast with the red and yellow foliage, offering a unique historical atmosphere.
Tochoji Temple
Tochoji Temple is a historic Buddhist temple founded in 806 by the famous monk Kobo Daishi. It is known for its impressive wooden Buddha statue, one of the largest of its kind in Japan.
Furusatokan
Hakata Machiya Folk Museum introduces the traditional culture and lifestyle of Hakata. You can see a traditional Japanese townhouse and learn about local crafts, festivals, and daily life in old Fukuoka.
Kushida Shrine
Kushida Shrine is one of the most famous Shinto shrines in Fukuoka. Founded in 757, it is closely associated with the Hakata Gion Yamakasa Festival. Visitors can see a beautifully decorated festival float and experience traditional Japanese culture.
restaurant at Tenjin
Enjoy lunch at a welcoming Japanese restaurant in Tenjin, where you can savor delicious Japanese dishes such as tempura, sashimi, and tonkatsu.
your hotel or cruise center
Ending Point
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Inclusions & Exclusions
guide's fee
hotel meet-up
cruise terminal pick-up
guide's transportation fee
admission fee JPY 500
transportation fees taxi JPY4,500
subway JPY 210/person
<lunch fee> JPY1,500~3,000
You pay for your lunch. Guide pays for own lunch.
Tour Important Information
5uide Fee: 6,000 yen/hour
Cruise Ship Guest Welcome
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 Masazumi T.
Explore Fukuoka with a Friendly Local Guide!
Hi, I’m Masa T. — a passionate and experienced local guide based in Fukuoka.
Over the past 6 years, I’ve had the pleasure of guiding more than 1,100 travelers from the U.S., Europe, Australia, and Asia as a volunteer guide. My goal is simple: to help you discover the best of Fukuoka through fun, personalized, and flexible tours.
I have created many tour courses based on my local knowledge and interests, and I’m also happy to offer customized tours tailored to your specific preferences and schedule.
I studied in the U.S. for 1 year and 8 months, and later worked as a manager at a major Japanese company, where I collaborated with engineers from various countries. I then served as a director of a group company for 7 years. These experiences have helped me connect easily with people from all over the world.
After exploring, I’d be happy to introduce you to some of the best local restaurants, where you can enjoy Sushi, Tempura, Sukiyaki, Ramen, Teppanyaki, and more.
Let’s make unforgettable memories together in Fukuoka!
Drawing on my background in international projects and leadership positions, I strive to provide tours that are both enjoyable and insightful for my guests."
Professional Development
I participated in a five-day international convention organized by the World Federation of Tourist Guide Associations in Fukuoka, attended by approximately 600 tour guides from around 50 countries. I attended professional seminars and actively exchanged knowledge with guides from around the world.
Reviews
Li-wern V.
“comprehensive and enjoyable introduction to Fukuoka”
My husband and I had a delightful full day tour of Fukuoka with Masa-San. Masa-San was knowledgeable and fluent in English. The pace of the tour was just right for us, there were plenty of photo opportunities and the choice of lunch venue was excellent. A special thank you to Masa-San for assisting us to purchase a specific food item to bring back to Singapore. We highly recommend this tour.
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Masazumi T.
Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful review. It was a pleasure spending the day with you both in Fukuoka. I’m delighted to know that you enjoyed every part of the tour, including the pace, photo spots, and lunch. I’m also glad I could help you find the food item to bring back to Singapore. Your recommendation means a lot to me—thank you again!
Mark anthony P.
“Amazing experience! ”
We had an amazing time on the Discover Fukuoka Full Day Tour with Masazumi! He was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and made the entire experience smooth and enjoyable. From the stunning views at the tower to the peaceful temples and beautiful Japanese garden, every stop was memorable. The Canal City lunch was also a great touch. Highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Fukuoka!
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Masazumi T.
Dear Mark anthony P. Thank you very much for your kind and thoughtful review. I truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. I understand you had just arrived in Japan today, so I am especially grateful that you chose to join my tour despite your long journey. It was a pleasure to spend the day with you, and I’m very happy to hear that you enjoyed the tour, including the views, temples, Japanese garden, and lunch. I hope you have a wonderful stay in Japan. Best regards, Masazumi Tsukano
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Ross C.
“An excellent way to see Fukuoka's highlights”
Masazumi (Masa) arrived on time at Hakata Wharf. His nature was gentle and friendly and we both enjoyed our tour. We visited a shrine, a history museum, a temple and the large park with its Japanese garden. We finished the tour with a meal at a typical Japanese restaurant. The tour was unrushed and we would highly recommend Masa as a tour guide.
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Masazumi T.
Thank you very much for your kind and wonderful review. It was a great pleasure meeting you at Hakata Wharf and I truly enjoyed spending the day with you. I’m very glad to hear that you appreciated the relaxed pace of the tour and the places. I’m also happy that you enjoyed the meal at the Japanese restaurant—it’s always a special part of the experience. Thank you again for your recommendation.
$152/ per group
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