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Kumamoto Day trip (from Fukuoka)
Joined 2024
I take you to Kumamoto by the bullet train From Fukuoka. It takes about 40 minutes. Kumamoto Castle is one of Japan's the three famous castles. It was constructed in 1608. It is a vast castle with three main towers, 18 turret gates, and 29 castle gates. By the big earthquake in 2016 Kumamoto Castle was damaged. Restoration work is underway. The restoration of the main tower was completed in 2021. Then we go to Suizenji Park which is stroll- style garden. You can enjoy admiring trees and pond.
Itinerary
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Meeting Point
Hakata Stationl
- I would like to meet you at Hakata Station.
Hakata Station
We go to Kumamoto from Hakata by the bullet train.
It takes about 40 minutes.
Kumamoto Castle
We go to the famous tourist spot " Kumamoto Castle" which is one of the Japan's three famous castles. We had a big earthquake in Kumamoto in 2016. The restoration of the main Tower was completed in 2021.
Wakuwakuza( Kumamoto Castle Museum )
This is near from Kumamoto Castle.
You can enjoy learning about Kumamoto Castle viewing VR Video(the damage and restoration of Kumamoto Castle)
Lunch
We eat lunch at Jousaien near from Kumamoto Castle.
There are many restaurants on the road that creates the castle town of the Edo period (1,600～1,868 ).
Shimotori Arcade
We walk aroun Shimotori arcade which is the largest shopping arcade. There are many restaurants and bars.
Suizenji Park
We go there by street car. This is a stroll-style garden designated as a national scenic spot and historical site. You can walk and see the nice garden.
Kumamoto Station
We go back to Hakata Station by bullet train.
Hakata Station
Ending Point
Hakata Station or your hotel
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Inclusions & Exclusions
guiding fee
guide's entrance fee
guide's transportation fee in Kumamoto
guide's transportation fee from Fukuoka
your transportation fee :
Hakata sta. - Kumamoto sta. bullet train 9,400yen per person (round trip)
Kumamoto Castle 800yen per person
Kumamoto Castle Wakuwakuza 850yen
Suizenji Park 400yen
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You pay for your lunch. Guide pays for own lunch.
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 2024
About Tour Guide Masazumi T.
Hello, my name is Masa. I live in Fukuoka city. After entering the big company in Japan as an engineer, I went to America to study for 1 year and 8 months. I have experience working with many American and European engineers. I worked as design section manager and construction manager. After retirement I worked at the group company as a director for seven years. Then I started an English volunteer guide. I have guided so many people from all over the world for 5 and half years. It is very fun to meet many foreigners. I prepared many tour courses and many nice restaurants. You can select one of them. After visiting your favorite tourist spot, I take you to
the nice delicious local restaurant at Fukuoka. You can tell what kind of food you want to eat. I recommend Tempura and Sashimi, Teppanyaki, Sushi, Sukiyaki, and so on. I want you enjoy eating meal and talking with Japanese. I teach you some manner of Japanese food. I am really looking forward to hearing from you.
$162/ per group
Reserve
