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Joined 2023
Chiyako H.
Available Areas
Fukuoka (Living)
Languages
English, Japanese (Native)
Response Time
3 hours on average
Availability Updated
Today
About Tour Guide Chiyako H.
I am a licensed guide interpreter. I have seven years of working experience in a foreign company, where I enjoyed communicating with people with various backgrounds. So I love my job as a guide that can broaden my view through direct interaction with foreign visitors.
I have been living in Fukuoka for 20 years. Among several cities I have lived or stayed in before, Fukuoka is the best place with rich nature, history, exciting urban areas and excellent cuisine!
Let me help you fully enjoy your stay in Fukuoka through my tour.
Important
My working area is basically Fukuoka prefecture.
Tours
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
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History Exploration and Local Town Walking Tour
You would explore the traditional Japanese cultures by visiting the shrine and the temple. A folk museum would also showcase the history of Hakata and some notable craft products that have long been preserved. Hakata doll workshop would give you an in-depth experience of painting your own doll. Please enjoy Hakata local cuisine 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.
History Exploration and Local Town Walking Tour
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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 shrine and temples. The tiredness of walking will be healed by the hot spring bath and local specialty lunch. Please fully enjoy the tradiotional cultures and experiences.
History Exploration and Relaxing Onsen Tour
Reviews
Michelle B.
“Great tour”
We had fun hiking, grilling oyster and viewing the beautiful cherry blossoms. We had some extra time and Chiyako brought us to the beautiful forest Cafe. Thank you Chiyako for the wonderful experience.
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Chiyako H.
Thank you for your kind review. I also enjoyed exploring natural beauty with you all. Your request to visit countryside allowed me to rediscover hidden charms of Fukuoka and surrounding regions. I'm grateful for this connection and the wonderful time together.
Michelle B.
“Good itinerary”
Chiyako planned our itinerary well. She speaks perfect English, we understood what she is explaining to us.
Chiyako H.
Thank you very much for your warm message. It was my great pleasure showing you the best of Fukuoka and the surrounding regions. I truly enjoyed our time together. I hope your memories here stay with you for long time and inspire you to visit Japan again!
Jolanda S.
“A fantastic 6-hour tour with Chiyako”
Chiyako is a very experienced, knowledgeable, and extremely friendly tour guide. We gained insights into Hakata's long history, its traditional culture, and the diversity of its natural environment. We highly recommend her.
Chiyako H.
Thank you very much again for choosing my tour! I was quite amazed and pleased to see you were keen to absorb our culture in-depth. It was my great pleasure to show you around our historical town and share the value of each spot. There are many more attractive spots/experiences here. I hope you would have another chance to visit Fukuoka again.
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