Saga From Fukuoka airport , Private car, ceramic art Japanese garden, 1day
Joined 2024
Saga Refined – A Journey Through Ceramic Art and Serene Gardens
Start your day in Fukuoka and explore Kyushu’s ceramic heritage at the Kyushu Ceramic Art Museum. Enjoy lunch surrounded by Arita’s finest porcelain at Gallery Arita. Discover exquisite porcelain collections at Fukagawa-seiji China on the Park. End your tour with a peaceful stroll through Mifuneyama Rakuen, where nature and modern art merge beautifully. This journey offers a refined cultural experience.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Fukuoka airport
- If you are arriving on an international flight; There is a cash exchange machine on the right after you exit the arrival gate. Please refer to the photo. -If you are arriving on a domestic flight; There are two arrival gates, the north gate and the south gate. You won't know which exit to use until the day of your arrival, so please come to the information counter at the north gate. The north gate is closer to the parking lot. Please refer the photo.
Please note: Please let me know your entire itinerary and the amount of luggage when you contact me.
-If your entire itinerary is long, you will need a lot of luggage. If you have too much luggage I will need to rent a bigger van in advance, or introduce you to the airport's luggage transportation service.
Kyushu ceramic art museum
The museum was established with the objective of collecting, preserving and exhibiting historically, artistically and industrially important materials relating to ceramics from all over Kyushu, as well as conducting research and educational activities, in order to contribute to the preservation of cultural heritage and the development of ceramic art culture.
lunch Time: Gallery Arita
Gallery Arita, located in Arita Town, Saga Prefecture, is a shop unique to Arita, the birthplace of Japanese porcelain. You can enjoy dining and shopping surrounded by over 2,500 coffee cups from the Hizen ceramics region, mainly Arita ware. We offer a full menu, from meals using local ingredients to sweets and drinks.
Fukagawa-seiji china on the park; porcelain gallery and outlet shop
Gallery;
It is a landmark where all the works of Fukagawa style from the works by the first generation of Fukagawa Porcelain, Chuji Fukagawa, to the modern works that inherit the style, are gathered in one place. It is a gallery standing on a hill on the premises surrounded by greenery. The large pot that was awarded the gold medal at the one thousand nine hundred Paris World Exposition, which had been in the main reference building as a secluded treasure for almost one hundred years, was also opened to the public on the occasion of the twentieth anniversary of "China on the Park". The works from the beginning of the company to the latest works are exhibited in the same space. Of course, you can purchase the products in the gallery.
Outlet shop;
This is directly managed by a Fukagawa Porcelain factory. It is known among fans as a treasure house where excavated items lie. In addition to discontinued and non-standard items, we collect "leftovers", which are only a part of the set products, and offer them to porcelain lovers at special prices.
Mifuneyama Rakuen Japanese Garden
Mifuneyama Rakuen, located in Saga Prefecture, Japan, is a scenic park known for its natural beauty and seasonal displays. Established in 1845, it features expansive gardens, a large pond, and the impressive Mifuneyama mountain backdrop. The park is renowned for its cherry blossoms in spring and vibrant autumn foliage. It also hosts the "TeamLab: A Forest Where Gods Live" digital art exhibit, blending nature and technology. Mifuneyama Rakuen offers a serene environment and stunning views, making it a popular spot for nature enthusiasts and art lovers alike.
Your hotel in Fukuoka city
Ending time.
Ending Point
Fukuoka airport, Hakata port, Hakata station, and Your hotel in Fukuoka city
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
-I will be both the guide and the driver.
(In other words, Guide fee, Driving Fee)
-Free mobile Wi-Fi
-Free Apple Music and Netflix
-Expressway tolls
-Gasoline fee
-Parking fee
-Guide gratuity
-Meal expenses (Guide and customers)
-Admission Fee (Guide and customers)
Tour Important Information
1.If you want to do cashless payments on your entire itinerary, please let me know in advance. I will need to have a payment machine ready.
2. Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.
3. Extra time is assumed, but it is an itinerary that will be difficult to proceed if the meeting time is delayed. I hope we can meet on time:)
4. My car can accommodate up to 4 guests. If you are a group of 5 or more, please contact me so that I can arrange a rental-car tour.
*5 to 7 guests; +33,000 JPY, 8 person van: NISSAN SERENA (In my experience, I select the most comfortable vehicle for tours with a large number of people.) or similar.
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 Katsu N.
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 :)
Reviews
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!
$799/ per group
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