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Fukuoka Private Tour - Oshima

Oshima

Fukuoka Private Tour - Former Residence of Ito Denemon

Former Residence of Ito Denemon

Fukuoka Private Tour - Local tree of Munakata

Local tree of Munakata

Tour Guide - Mio I.

Joined 2026

Mio I.

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Fukuoka (Living)

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Chinese (Simplified), English

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About Tour Guide Mio I.

KONICHIWA!! I am Mio!

I was born and raised in Hyogo Prefecture, and I moved to Fukuoka about a year and a half ago.

Since I moved here, I have been working as a tour leader, guiding Japanese travelers to beautiful destinations across Kyushu, including Fukuoka, Kumamoto, Miyazaki, Kagoshima, and Saga Prefectures. Through my job, I've had the opportunity to discover many amazing places and experience the unique culture of each region.

Personally, I think Fukuoka has the best food in Japan!

If you'd like to explore places beyond the typical tourist attractions and experience authentic local life, I'd love to be your guide.

On my tours, we'll visit hidden gems that are still unknown to most international visitors, where you can meet local people and enjoy authentic experiences.

And if you're a big foodie, you definitely have to visit the Munakata area of Fukuoka! It's home to incredibly fresh seafood and wonderful restaurants that many tourists never get the chance to discover.

Tours

All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!

Categories

Art, Culture, & Historical

Art, Culture, & Historical

Off the Beaten Path

Off the Beaten Path

Discover Munakata: Munakata Taisha & Local Cuisine

Discover Munakata: Munakata Taisha & Local Cuisine

On this tour, you’ll visit Munakata Taisha, which was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2017. Munakata is a little off the beaten path and relatively difficult to access, but that’s part of its charm. You’ll also get to experience the local cuisine. Munakata is especially well known for its fresh seafood, and I’ll take you to some of my favorite local restaurants. If you prefer meat or other types of food, I can also customize the experience for you.

Discover Munakata: Munakata Taisha & Local Cuisine

FROM$303/ per group

FROM$303/ per group

A Hidden Gem Escape: Discover Shikanoshima Island

A Hidden Gem Escape: Discover Shikanoshima Island

Shikanoshima is a historic island located at the northern end of Hakata Bay. It is famous as the place where the Golden Seal of the King of Na was discovered in 1784. This precious artifact is designated as a Japanese national treasure. The island is also mentioned in Japan's oldest anthology of poetry, the Man'yōshū. Many poems describe its beautiful natural scenery, showing how its landscapes have inspired people for centuries.

A Hidden Gem Escape: Discover Shikanoshima Island

FROM$284/ per group

FROM$284/ per group

Discover Iizuka: Ito Den’emon’s Residence & Local Specialties

Discover Iizuka: Ito Den’emon’s Residence & Local Specialties

This tour is perfect for anyone interested in traditional Japanese architecture and the history of Iizuka. Iizuka became an important center of the Chikuho coalfield during Japan’s industrialization. Coal was a major source of energy for Japan, and many coal-mine owners became wealthy in the region. On this tour, you’ll visit the former residence of Den’emon Ito, one of the most prominent coal-mine owners in the Chikuho region, and enjoy local specialties at a lively local market.

Discover Iizuka: Ito Den’emon’s Residence & Local Specialties

FROM$290/ per group

FROM$290/ per group

Hidden Shrines: A Local Shrine-Hopping Tour

Hidden Shrines: A Local Shrine-Hopping Tour

Did you know that Japan has more than 80,000 officially registered Shinto shrines? If we include small, unregistered shrines and other places of worship, some estimates suggest there could be as many as 200,000 to 300,000 shrines across the country. The exact number is unknown. On this tour, I’ll take you to a hidden local shrine that most tourists don’t know about. It’s a chance to step away from the usual tourist spots and experience a quieter, more local side of Japan.

Hidden Shrines: A Local Shrine-Hopping Tour

FROM$335/ per group

FROM$335/ per group

Discover Munakata: Munakata Taisha & Local Cuisine

Discover Munakata: Munakata Taisha & Local Cuisine

On this tour, you’ll visit Munakata Taisha, which was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2017. Munakata is a little off the beaten path and relatively difficult to access, but that’s part of its charm. You’ll also get to experience the local cuisine. Munakata is especially well known for its fresh seafood, and I’ll take you to some of my favorite local restaurants. If you prefer meat or other types of food, I can also customize the experience for you.

Discover Munakata: Munakata Taisha & Local Cuisine

FROM$303/ per group

FROM$303/ per group

A Hidden Gem Escape: Discover Shikanoshima Island

A Hidden Gem Escape: Discover Shikanoshima Island

Shikanoshima is a historic island located at the northern end of Hakata Bay. It is famous as the place where the Golden Seal of the King of Na was discovered in 1784. This precious artifact is designated as a Japanese national treasure. The island is also mentioned in Japan's oldest anthology of poetry, the Man'yōshū. Many poems describe its beautiful natural scenery, showing how its landscapes have inspired people for centuries.

A Hidden Gem Escape: Discover Shikanoshima Island

FROM$284/ per group

FROM$284/ per group

Discover Iizuka: Ito Den’emon’s Residence & Local Specialties

Discover Iizuka: Ito Den’emon’s Residence & Local Specialties

This tour is perfect for anyone interested in traditional Japanese architecture and the history of Iizuka. Iizuka became an important center of the Chikuho coalfield during Japan’s industrialization. Coal was a major source of energy for Japan, and many coal-mine owners became wealthy in the region. On this tour, you’ll visit the former residence of Den’emon Ito, one of the most prominent coal-mine owners in the Chikuho region, and enjoy local specialties at a lively local market.

Discover Iizuka: Ito Den’emon’s Residence & Local Specialties

FROM$290/ per group

FROM$290/ per group

Hidden Shrines: A Local Shrine-Hopping Tour

Hidden Shrines: A Local Shrine-Hopping Tour

Did you know that Japan has more than 80,000 officially registered Shinto shrines? If we include small, unregistered shrines and other places of worship, some estimates suggest there could be as many as 200,000 to 300,000 shrines across the country. The exact number is unknown. On this tour, I’ll take you to a hidden local shrine that most tourists don’t know about. It’s a chance to step away from the usual tourist spots and experience a quieter, more local side of Japan.

Hidden Shrines: A Local Shrine-Hopping Tour

FROM$335/ per group

FROM$335/ per group

Tour Guide - Mio I.

Mio I.

Date

People

Available Areas

Fukuoka (Living)

Languages

Chinese (Simplified), English

Response Time

6 hours on average

Availability Updated

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