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Mandarin Orange Picking Experience and Shrine Tour in Fukuoka

mandarine tree at taiyoen farm

taiyoen farm

mandarine gift set

Miyajidake shrine’s entrance

Miyajidake shrine

the largest shimenawa (sacred rope)

When I visited Miyajidake shrine

Aqua, Toyota

Mandarin Orange Picking Experience and Shrine Tour in Fukuoka

Car Tour (driving guide)

Joined 2024

Michael C.

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Fukuoka

English, Japanese, Korean (Native)

7 hours

Private tour (only you and Michael C.)

Up to 4 people

From October to December, you can enjoy a mandarin orange picking experience just an hour’s drive from central Fukuoka. You'll pick your organic and delicious mandarin right off the trees.

In addition, we’ll visit the historic Miyajidake Shrine. At this site, you’ll see historical treasures and a stunning view from the shrine extending to the sea. It’s a perfect spot for capturing memorable photos as well.

So, would you like to join me on this delightful tour?

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

09:00 AM

Meeting Point

At your hotel

- I'll pick you up at your hotel in the morning. Then we'll go to the tourist place by car.

10:20 AM

Mandarin Orange Picking Experience at Taiyoen Farm

At Taiyoen Farm, you can enjoy about an hour of mandarin orange picking. Entry for Mandarin picking is free, but if you wish to take some Mandarin home, you can purchase a special bag for either 800 yen or 1,500 yen per person.

12:00 PM

Miyajidake Shrine

Miyajidake Shrine, one of the oldest shrines in Kyushu, is believed to be among the region’s most ancient sacred sites. Nestled at the foot of the holy Miyajidake Mountain, this shrine holds a special place in Japanese history. Numerous national treasures have been excavated from the grounds of Miyajidake Shrine over the centuries, highlighting its long-standing cultural significance.

01:10 PM

Lunch Time

You can enjoy lunchtime at a nearby Miyajidake shrine. There are several types of restaurants near Miyajidake shrine so that you can choose what you want to eat for your lunch. I'll show you the list of restaurants.

02:30 PM

Relaxation at the seashore by taking a walk

You can relax at the seashore by taking a walk. Also, you can enjoy teatime at the seashore-view cafe.

04:00 PM

At your hotel

At the end of the tour, I'll bring you back to your hotel.

Ending Point

At your hotel

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

What‘s included

Guide fee

Private car (Aqua, Toyota)

Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Parking fee, gasoline and urban expressway fees of my owned car

What‘s not included

Special bag for picking mandarine

Lunch

Tour Important Information

* This tour involves a bit of walking and activity, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.

* This tour can be flexible by several options(weather, your request, and so on).

On December 21st, an event called "Ōshime-sai" (Grand Shimenawa Festival) will be held at Miyajidake Shrine.

During this event, the largest shimenawa (sacred rope) in Japan is replaced. This massive shimenawa, crafted with the combined efforts of approximately 1,500 people starting in early November, measures 2.6 meters in diameter, 13 meters in length, and weighs 3 tons.

If you are interested in this event, why don't you join it?

Important message from the supplier

I am available every day to be a tour guide for you. However, sometimes, I cannot provide you with guiding services for personal reasons.

Let me tell you if it's possible when you contact me and book me.

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

Michael C.

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About Tour Guide Michael C.

If you are looking for a guide who can show you Fukuoka is one of the best cities for tourism in Japan, you have made a good choice. Also, If you want to visit some places in the Kumamoto area, I am the guy you're looking for. I'm preparing some of the tourism services that you are interested in, so you can choose one of them. Or you can ask me anything you want, I am willing to customize a tour you want as much as I can.

My name is 'Michael' from South Korea and I stayed in Australia for about 3 years before coming to Japan. I've been staying in Fukuoka for about 6 years with my family. I have not only several experiences in different countries but also I have lots of memories of meeting a lot of people who are from several countries in Australia and Japan.

I have a warm heart to help someone and I am passionate about helping someone, and I am especially happy to guide someone. From now on, I'm ready to make your day with a lot of doing things such as touring lots of places, visiting historical places, doing some outdoor activities, introducing lots of yummy restaurants, etc.

If you're interested in jumping into Fukuoka tours with Michael, please contact me.

I hope you guys have memorable days and experiences in Fukuoka and the Kumamoto.