The introduction of Fukuoka city(4 hours)
Joined 2023
This is the introduction of Fukuoka city.
In this tour I will introduce the main part of the city to you. First we visit temples and shrines in the old town of Hakata, followed by exclusive Japanese sweet shop. Then I can show you around the area including Asian museum, DEAIBASHI bridge and open space square for cafes and the dock for the cruising boat. All by walking!
Is this your first time in Fukuoka? Then this is the tour for you!
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel or Hakata station
Meeting point
At your hotel or Hakata station
Sennen no mon
This is the gate where we can start exploring the old town.
Tochoji-temple
You can see a great Buddha and the 5 story pagoda here.
Hakata Furusatokan(folk museum)
It’s a small museum but this building introduces the lifestyle and culture in the past ages. You can watch the performances of local craft here.
Kushida shrine
Local people love this shrine
Kawabata shopping arcade
The decorative festival float is displayed here. You can also check out a few traditional restaurants and souvenir shops.
Japanese sweets shop and cafe
Very famous Japanese sweet shop called Suzukake.
Deaibashi Bridge
We will walk around the area and I will introduce a few places such as Asian museum, area for Yarai stalls and etc..
At your hotel or anywhere near by the places we visit
Ending Point
At your hotel or anywhere near by the places we visit
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
Guide fee
Food and drinks
Tochoji temple- 50 yen
Tour Important Information
Japanese sweet shop and cafe- there may be busy times if you’d like to get a table to have sweets.
Important message from the supplier
I will be happy to guide you neighboring prefectures if you pay me transportation fee.
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 2023
About Tour Guide Kazue I.
Hi! I am Kazue. I am from Fukuoka and live in the central city.
I spent almost 20 years traveling around the world as a cabin attendant. Meeting different people, different cultures and eating local food were best things in my career.
This experience definitely widened my perspective and will help me in some way when I work as a guide.
Since I spent half my life outside of Japan, I noticed our culture and traditions are very unique and became more interested in historical sites in Japan.
For my personal life, I am a mom of twins. It is still a hard work but I am enjoying a lot with them. We take them around Kyushu whenever possible for their fun and experience.
We all love traveling after all.
I am looking forward to showing you around our hometown soon!
Reviews
Mark O.
“Amazing Yatai Food Stall Experience!”
Kazue was an outstanding tour guide! She provided us the opportunity to try many unique Fukuoka specialties at the stalls where the locals still eat and to experience the charming personalities of the owners who have been running the stalls for many years. The food was so good and tasty! Kazue made sure to keep us away from the touristy and crowded stalls around canal city, but did take us around the area to allow us to experience it. What a great local food experience we had! Thanks Kazue
Kazue I.
Dear, Mr.Mark Thank you so much for your great comments for me and i am so glad to know that you enjoyed the tour. In fact I enjoyed a lot talking to you and thank you for treating me as part of your team. It was great meeting you all. Warm regards, Kazue
Leslie T.
“Lovely introduction to Fukuoka! ”
Kazue was an amazing guide on our morning tour of Fukuoka. She was flexible with our schedule and even dropped us off at the restaurant where we had lunch reservations! She was very insightful of the different shrines and temples we visited and we even had some matcha tea and learned the correct way to enjoy it. We had a young toddler with us which isn't always easy. Kazue was very kind and patient with us. We appreciate her local insight in the questions we asked about the city and the recommendations she provided. Overall would definitely recommend!
Kazue I.
Dear, Leslie and Chad Thank you so much for your nice and kind words. I am glad to know that you enjoyed the tour! I was happy that you showed your interests in Japanese culture and history and It was very enjoyable morning for me as well. Both of you are so kind and your lovely daughter, Lana was so adorable. Thank you again! Wishing for the healthy growth and happiness of Lana and hope to see you all again someday. Have a great time for the rest of your trip! Warmest, Kazue
Phoebe L.
“Interesting Yatai hopping experience ”
We totally enjoyed our time with Kazue. She would have taken us to more local Yatais except many of them closed on Sundays. We appreciate her knowledge of her hometown and she also freely shared her information on the onsen we will be visiting. Thank you Kazue!
Kazue I.
Dear, Mrs. Phoebe Thank you so much for your positive feedbacks and I am glad to hear that you enjoyed the Yatai tour despite the weather. Yes, It was a pity that many stalls were closed on Sundays and also due to the weather. Maybe you can come back again? ^ ^ Hope you are enjoying at next destination! Thank you again. Warmest, Kazue
$120/ per group
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Are you keen to experience something very unique and traditional in Fukuoka? If yes, try delicious local food in Yatai stalls! Yatai, open air food stands are probably the city’s best known symbol and a “must try” during your stay! Traditionally sitting shoulder to shoulder at the counter, these mobile Yatai kitchens have usually 8 to 10 seats and provide you with a cozy unique atmosphere. An experience you will never find anywhere else!
A must see walking tour at Hakata old town
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History Exploration and Relaxing Onsen Tour
This tour is composed of two main attractions; exploring historical structures in "Hakata old town", and immersing yourself in a refreshing hot spring located in the seaport area. Through the first half of the trip, you would experience the traditional townscape with the Japanese style garden, shrines and temples. The tiredness of walking will be healed by the hot spring bath and fresh seafood lunch. Please fully enjoy the tradiotional cultures and experiences.
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History Exploration and Local Town Walking Tour
You would experience the traditional Japanese cultures by visiting the Japanese style garden, the shrine and the temple. A historical museum would also showcase the history of Hakata and some notable craft products that have long been preserved. Please enjoy the fresh seafood dish for lunch! A stroll in a small but bustling local town is another attraction. Walking along the shopping street, you would feel an energetic atmosphere of everyday life.
A Fukuoka's Old Town "Hakata walking tour"
JOTENJI Temple: The birthplace of udon and soba TOCHOJI Temple: The first temple built by the high priest Kukai. The five-storied pagoda and 11m tall wooden Buddha statue are a must-see. KUSHIDA Shrine is one of the oldest shrines in Fukuoka, and the summer festival "Yamakasa" is held once a year. KAWABATA Shopping Arcade Street：the old-fashioned
