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Step back in time at the Historical Park, a beautifully reconstructed ancient village set amid stunning seasonal scenery. Then, relax on a private river cruise in Yanagawa, where tranquil canals and vibrant foliage create a mesmerizing escape. Travel in comfort with a private car, ensuring a seamless, personalized experience blending history, nature, and serenity.
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Fukuoka airport, Hakata port, Hakata station, and anywhere in Fukuoka city
- We can meet at any transportation hub in Fukuoka city, where all transportation hubs are located close to each other.
Dazaifu Temmangu Shrine
Highlights: A historic shrine dedicated to Sugawara no Michizane. In mid-November, the approach and grounds of Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine are enveloped in beautiful autumn leaves. The facility is also well-equipped for accessibility, allowing for comfortable visits by wheelchair users.
Admission: Free (However, special exhibitions like the Treasure Hall may charge around 500 yen).
Yoshinogari Historical Park
Highlights: A vast historical park that recreates a Yayoi-period village. In mid-November, the peaceful autumn atmosphere is enhanced by the surrounding nature, which is painted in autumn colors. The ancient landscape of the ruins harmonizes with the autumn scenery, making it ideal for a stroll. The site is also wheelchair accessible.
Admission:
Adults (high school age and above): 460 yen
Children (middle school age and younger): Free
Lunch: "Mamiru"
A cozy café-restaurant where you can enjoy dishes made with local, seasonal ingredients. In addition to eel and seafood, they also serve dishes like Wagyu steak set meals. Homemade sweets and light meals are also popular.
Lunch sets: Approximately 2,200 yen to 3,300 yen (including options like Wagyu steak meals , eel dishes and others)
Yanagawa River Cruising
Highlights: The Yanagawa river cruise in mid-November beautifully harmonizes the tranquil waterways and autumn leaves, allowing you to enjoy the riverside scenery in a peaceful atmosphere. Wheelchair-accessible boats are available for reservation, ensuring a comfortable experience.
Admission:
Private boat (per group): 18,000 yen
Chikugo River Rising Bridge
Highlights: An elevation-style railway bridge built in the early Showa period, offering particularly beautiful views during the autumn evenings. The scenic autumn landscape created by the river and bridge is characteristic. An accessible observation area is also provided.
Admission: Free
Farewell time
Fukuoka airport, Hakata port, Hakata station, and anywhere
Ending Point
Fukuoka airport, Hakata port, Hakata station, and anywhere in Fukuoka city
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
-I will be both the guide and the driver.
-Free mobile Wi-Fi
-Free Apple Music and Netflix
-My own private car (5-seater van "SUBARU JUSTY")
-Gasoline fee
-Parking fee
-Guide gratuity
-Expressway tolls (Fukuoka Urban Expressway and Kyushu Expressway)
-Guide gratuity
-Cost of meals (guide and customers)
-Facility Admission fees (guide and customers)
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Facility Admission Fees:
1. **Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine**
- Admission: Free (However, special exhibitions like the Treasure Hall may charge around 500 yen).
2. **Yoshinogari Historical Park**
- Adults (high school age and above): 460 yen
- Children (middle school age and younger): Free
3. **Yanagawa River Cruising**
- Private boat (per group): 18,000 yen
4. **Chikugo River Rising Bridge**
- Admission: Free
### **Lunch at "Mamiru"**:
- Lunch sets: Approximately 1,500 yen to 3,000 yen (including options like Wagyu steak meals and eel dishes)
Hi there! I may sound formal in this profile, but I’m actually very easygoing—feel free to check my reviews! Next section is my profile:)
**Curriculum Vitae (Summary)**
Main Service Areas: Nagasaki (Meeting: Nagasaki, Fukuoka), Fukuoka, Kumamoto, Oita, Saga (Meeting: Fukuoka)
[Qualifications]
- Hospitality & Customer Satisfaction: Please see guest reviews for feedback.
- Luxury Market Focus: Please see my listed tour for more.
- English Skills:
Intermediate: Conversational English tour-related communication
No overseas residency
[Work Experience]
- High-end Furniture Retailer
Experience and knowledge utilized: Hospitality and Marketing Strategy for high-end clients/ Tour route planning and design
- Freelance Guide & Content Writer (2024–Present)
Focus: Private luxury car tours in Kyushu / SEO content writing for inbound marketing
[Key Destinations & Experiences]
Nagasaki
- Nagasaki City: Peace Park, Atomic Bomb Museum, cultural highlights
- Shimabara: Traditional castle & volcanic geology
Fukuoka
- Fukuoka City: Urban highlights
- Dazaifu: Tenmangu Shrine visit
- Yanagawa: River cruise & local cuisine (eel)
Kumamoto
- Mt. Aso: Panoramic volcanic landscapes
- Kumamoto Castle: History + earthquake heritage
- Kurokawa Onsen: Upscale hot spring resort (with special access options)
Oita
- Hita: Scenic riverside town and former samurai district — a hidden gem offering a peaceful alternative to busy Dazaifu
- Beppu/Yufuin: Lake views, onsen & volcanic activity
Saga
- Arita: Japanese ceramics & garden culture
- Yoshinogari: Ancient civilization experience
Other Destinations
- Takachiho Gorge: Mystical Japanese landscape and cultural legend site
[Education]
B.A. in English Studies (Major in Linguistics; Senior Seminar: Shakespeare Studies)
Dokkyo University, Saitama, Japan (Graduated: 2000)
Considering graduate studies in Geography, in connection with my work as a guide.
Happy to share more if you're interested :)
Joanne G.
“Amazing tour”
Katsu was an absolute professional, very thoughtful and accommodating. My mother has accessibility needs and he made sure this was supported at all times. He even sent reading material ahead of the tour which was well received giving us further understanding of what we were going to see. Katsu went above and beyond. I would highly recommend him and his tours.
Katsu N.
Dear Joanne and your mother, I am truly honored to hear you say that. I hope that the PDF I sent you will also become a memory of the tour. I will be able to attend to various cities other than Nagasaki, so I hope to see you again. Thank you for joining my tour. Katsuhisa
Raymund christian O.
“4 days trip with seniors”
Katsu-San was an excellent guide. We had day trips to Saga Prefecture and Mt. Aso. He is an excellent driver. He really accommodated all our requests given that my parents have mobility issues.
Katsu N.
Thank you so much, Raymund! It was my pleasure to guide you and your wonderful parents. I’m really glad we could make the trip comfortable and enjoyable for everyone. Wishing you all the best, and I hope to welcome you again in Kyushu someday!
Annya D.
“Excellent day in Nagasaki ”
Katsu was a wonderful guide and made us feel very welcome. He took us to a lovely restaurant and helped explain things to us. Would not hesitate to recommend Katsu!
Katsu N.
Thank you so much for the kind words, Annya. I’m very happy you enjoyed the day and felt welcome in Nagasaki. I’m also glad you liked the lunch spot—sharing local places is one of my favorite parts of guiding. And thank you as well—I was also impressed by the delicious Chateaubriand you kindly treated me to! Wishing you both a wonderful rest of your cruise, and I’d be honored to guide you again someday!
$758/ per group