In the morning, we will go down the Yanagawa River, and in the afternoon we will visit Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine.
I will guide you using my own car.
Yanagawa: going down the river in Yanagawa is a moat tour.
It makes seven turns and seven circuits before descending.
Dazaifu Tenmangu is a shrine built over the grave of Michizane Sugawara venerated by the Japanese throughout the country as the Tenman-Tenjin(the deified sprit of Michizane), or the God of literature or calligraphy.
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Your hotel in Fukuoka
- - Hotel lobby or in front of the hotel. Hakata Station platform. Airport arrival lobby, etc.
Yanagawa rafting
Going down the river in Yanagawa is a moat tour. It makes seven turns and seven circuits before descending.
Now, along with Yanagawa's travels, please reflect on the wonderful wisdom of our predecessors and enjoy an unforgettable ``exploration of water compositions'' guided by a boatman.
Dazaifu Temmangu
Dazaifu Tenmangu is a shrine built over the grave of Michizane Sugawara venerated by the Japanese throughout the country as the Tenman-Tenjin(the deified sprit of Michizane), or the God of literature or calligraphy.
2.3 million people visit in the New Year.
More than 10 million people visit each year.
Ending Point
Your hotel in Fukuoka
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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Transportation via TOYOTA Fielder, toll roads, gasoline, parking fees,
(From Dewcember 2025, my welfare vehicle, the Sienta, will be wheelchair accessible.)
Wheelchair users can accommodate up to two additional people.
Yanagawa River Cruise: ¥2,000 per person (a guide is required).
Lunch in Yanagawa or Dazaifu: ¥2,000-¥4,000 per person.
I will be taking you around in my own car.
There's no need to walk long distances.
Seniors can also participate.
Furthermore, from December 2025, I will be introducing wheelchair-accessible vehicles.
The end of the year and especially the beginning of the year are not good times to visit as 10,000,000 people visit.
I had worked for the Japan's biggest travel agency JTB (Japan Travel Bureau) for 35 years as a tour escort for Japanese.
I visited 68 countries and of course all over Japan as well. So I’m familiar with almost all of the tourist attractions in Japan.
More over I’m also a professional magician now. I’m a member magician of The Magic Castle in Hollywood in US. That's why I made a decision to become an English tour guide.
I acquired a tour guide license issued by the Japanese government with a lot of hard work in 2016 and I started from the following year.
I guided 1,420 people with 17 groups totaly in 2017and 1,600 people in 1018.
Through long work for travel business, I was assigned to excursions of all over Japan, such as Sapporo, Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Nagoya, Hiroshima, Fukuoka, Okinawa and others, which gave me intimate knowledge about most places in the country.
In addition, I am adept in business fields and knowledgeable about historical sites, traditional culture and modern subcultures in Japan.
My wife is a disabled person with an intractable disease who needs 24-hour nursing care.
Our daughter takes care of my wife while I am guiding.
Even if my schedule is free, I may not be able to take the tour on days when my daughter cannot cooperate.
Please ask me first. If it is possible.
Marcelo G.
“Great evening with Morry!”
My wife and I had a great time on our Yatai tour! Morry is a local from Fukuoka and has a LOT of experience and stories to tell about the city. The food selection was really good, we took all his suggestions and were not disappointed. From all the Yatai spread across Fukuoka (more than a hundred in a wednesday evening without rain), he guided us to the local, traditional ones. We even had bonus information about the Kushida shrine and other cities we will go visit after. For a first hand experience, and go get a REALLY GOOD ramen, ask Morry!
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Masatoshi M.
Thank you for your wonderful review. I welcome you again on your first visit to Japan and hope you enjoy the rest of your authentic Japan experience.
Brian O.
“An unforgettable Yanagawa and Dazaifu tour with the wonderful Morry”
We had an amazing time exploring Yanagawa and Dazaifu with Morry! He shared so much insight and made every stop enjoyable. From the canal ride to the shrines, everything was perfectly organized and full of charm. He’s knowledgeable, very friendly, and made the experience so much more meaningful. Highly recommended for anyone wanting to discover the beauty and history of Fukuoka.
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Masatoshi M.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. I'm sure you enjoyed the Yanagawa River cruise in good weather. And thank you for the eel lunch. Unfortunately it was raining at Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine, but it was good that it wasn't too hot. I look forward to guiding you again.
Cynthia N.
“Old Town Hakata with Morry”
Morry is a great guide. Knowkedgeable, entertaining, patient. Hour group of 21 enjoyed the itinerary, the pace, and his magic tricks. Will definitely book him again
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Masatoshi M.
Thank you for your wonderful review. I would be happy to guide your group again anytime. Morry
$382/ per group
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