Fukuoka One Day Tour with a Local: 100% Personalized & Private
Overview
Spend an exciting day in Fukuoka with your host and explore Japan’s gateway to Asia together. Take in some of the city’s main sites, like Fukuoka Castle or follow your feet to an obscure neighborhood. Take some time out to enjoy a meal at a yakai (street food stand) - we’d recommend the Hakata ramen, because well, it’s simply the best.
Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.
Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.
Inclusions
- Private and personalized experience
- 8 hours with a host
- Walking experience (public transport or taxi can be arranged at an additional cost)
- Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Hakata Station, Hakataeki Chuogai, Hakata, Fukuoka 812-0012 Fukuoka Prefecture
Fukuoka city’s biggest station, Hakata, has become more than just a point for travel. The station stands at 10 stories high with floors filled with shops, cafes and restaurants.
IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
Pass By: Dazaifu Temmangu, 4-7-1 Saifu, Dazaifu 818-0017 Fukuoka Prefecture
See pretty, plum tree (blooming between Feb-March) -flanked Tenman-gū Shrine in Dazaifu, where university students pray for good exams’ results.
IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
Pass By: Kushida Shrine, 1-41 Kamikawabatamachi, Hakata, Fukuoka 812-0026 Fukuoka Prefecture
Travel through time, to fully immerse into Japanese religion and traditions, your local host will be happy to introduce you to.
IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
Pass By: Ohori Park, 1-2 Ohorikoen, Chuo, Fukuoka 810-0051 Fukuoka Prefecture
The city’s biggest park. There is a walking path around the circumference of the pond, popular for jogging and leisurely strolls by the water. The perfect spot for a bento-box lunch!
IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
Pass By: Tenjin, Tenjin, Chuo, Fukuoka, Fukuoka Prefecture, Kyushu
Gourmet and fashion district, it houses fashionable brands store , old department stores, and small eateries side by side. But if you slightly change your point of view -that’s why your local host is here- you will notice many places that give you a glimpse of Fukuoka's history and culture.
IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
Pass By: Fukuoka Castle Remains, Jonai, Chuo, Fukuoka 810-0043 Fukuoka Prefecture
Once known as the biggest castle in the whole of Kyushu during the Edo Period, Fukuoka Castle was reduced to ruins after the Meiji Restoration. The remains of the castle mainly consist of gates and guard towers, and it allows visitors to get a lovely panoramic view of the pink cherry blossom (end March-beginning April).
IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
Pass By: Nakasu District, Nakasu, Hakata, Fukuoka 810-0801 Fukuoka Prefecture
At dusk, as reflected city lights turn Naka River a thousand shades of neon, you might sample street food from the yatai (mobile stalls) popping up along Nakasu Island, or grab a vending machine ticket and cash it in for Fukuoka’s famous tonkotsu ramen.
IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
Pass By: Fukuoka Tower, 2-3-26 Momochihama, Sawara-Ku, Fukuoka 814-0001 Fukuoka Prefecture
Tallest seaside tower in Japan, it rewards visitors with impressive views of Fukuoka City and surroundings. The night view from the tower has been voted one of the top 100 nights-capes in Japan, so better not to miss it.
IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Hakata Station, Hakataeki Chuogai, Hakata, Fukuoka 812-0012 Fukuoka Prefecture
Fukuoka city’s biggest station, Hakata, has become more than just a point for travel. The station stands at 10 stories high with floors filled with shops, cafes and restaurants.
IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
Pass By: Dazaifu Temmangu, 4-7-1 Saifu, Dazaifu 818-0017 Fukuoka Prefecture
See pretty, plum tree (blooming between Feb-March) -flanked Tenman-gū Shrine in Dazaifu, where university students pray for good exams’ results.
IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
Pass By: Kushida Shrine, 1-41 Kamikawabatamachi, Hakata, Fukuoka 812-0026 Fukuoka Prefecture
Travel through time, to fully immerse into Japanese religion and traditions, your local host will be happy to introduce you to.
IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
Pass By: Ohori Park, 1-2 Ohorikoen, Chuo, Fukuoka 810-0051 Fukuoka Prefecture
The city’s biggest park. There is a walking path around the circumference of the pond, popular for jogging and leisurely strolls by the water. The perfect spot for a bento-box lunch!
IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
Pass By: Tenjin, Tenjin, Chuo, Fukuoka, Fukuoka Prefecture, Kyushu
Gourmet and fashion district, it houses fashionable brands store , old department stores, and small eateries side by side. But if you slightly change your point of view -that’s why your local host is here- you will notice many places that give you a glimpse of Fukuoka's history and culture.
IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
Pass By: Fukuoka Castle Remains, Jonai, Chuo, Fukuoka 810-0043 Fukuoka Prefecture
Once known as the biggest castle in the whole of Kyushu during the Edo Period, Fukuoka Castle was reduced to ruins after the Meiji Restoration. The remains of the castle mainly consist of gates and guard towers, and it allows visitors to get a lovely panoramic view of the pink cherry blossom (end March-beginning April).
IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
Pass By: Nakasu District, Nakasu, Hakata, Fukuoka 810-0801 Fukuoka Prefecture
At dusk, as reflected city lights turn Naka River a thousand shades of neon, you might sample street food from the yatai (mobile stalls) popping up along Nakasu Island, or grab a vending machine ticket and cash it in for Fukuoka’s famous tonkotsu ramen.
IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
Pass By: Fukuoka Tower, 2-3-26 Momochihama, Sawara-Ku, Fukuoka 814-0001 Fukuoka Prefecture
Tallest seaside tower in Japan, it rewards visitors with impressive views of Fukuoka City and surroundings. The night view from the tower has been voted one of the top 100 nights-capes in Japan, so better not to miss it.
IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- City Unscripted and all City Unscripted hosts follow the WHO (World Health Organization) and local government’s health and safety recommendations at all times. To keep up to date with the latest news we recommend visiting these World Health Organization (WHO) website pages.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Sean_L
October 2023
Had a full day tour with Yuko, she was very knowledgeable about everything and very friendly with good English.
Had a full day tour with Yuko, she was very knowledgeable about everything and very friendly with good English.Robert_K
May 2023
Our recent visit during Golden Week would have been a challenge for any local guide, but not for Sumire! From the moment she greeted us at our cruise terminal with her infectious smile, we knew we were in trusting hands. Her preparation and planning was evident. She was attentive and accommoda...
Our recent visit during Golden Week would have been a challenge for any local guide, but not for Sumire! From the moment she greeted us at our cruise terminal with her infectious smile, we knew we were in trusting hands. Her preparation and planning was evident. She was attentive and accommodating to our special needs. Her local knowledge was impressive, the pride in her City was infectious! If you have the opportunity to enjoy this wonderful city and Sumire is available to guide you, do not hesitate to spend the day with her. Bob and Dianne.606shelbys
December 2019
One word... Superb! Sumire was very knowledgeable, patient, and kind. From the moment we met until the tour was over, she remained committed to ensuring that our day was memorable. Mahalo nui loa! The scofields from Kula, Maui
One word... Superb! Sumire was very knowledgeable, patient, and kind. From the moment we met until the tour was over, she remained committed to ensuring that our day was memorable. Mahalo nui loa! The scofields from Kula, Mauidrcurls
August 2019
Masumi Endo was EXCELLENT. She was in contact with us via e-mail before the trip and was punctual, knowledgeable and flexible regarding itinerary on day of trip. We basically went on a FOOD tour of the city that was SO tasty and fun! On her own time, she came back with us on the subway at the ...
Masumi Endo was EXCELLENT. She was in contact with us via e-mail before the trip and was punctual, knowledgeable and flexible regarding itinerary on day of trip. We basically went on a FOOD tour of the city that was SO tasty and fun! On her own time, she came back with us on the subway at the "end of the tour time" to make sure that we got off at the right stop. Above and beyond the call of duty! Highly recommend.