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Private tour in Fukuoka Kayoko W
Fukuoka Highlights, visiting two major sites, Nanzoin Temple and Dazaifu Tenmangu shrine by a private van
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6 hours
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Private tour for 1-8 people
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6 hours
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Private tour for 1-8 people
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Kayoko W
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Hello! Thank you for visiting my profile. I'm Kayoko and my English nickname is Kate. I've guided all prefectures in Kyushu including Okinawa, and have a good knowledge about all Kyushu areas. I can create your own tour upon request. Planning a tour and arranging a van or taxi is free of charge. Please do not hesitate to ask me any questions about the tours. I'll help you make your stays in Japan safe and special! I'm looking forward to getting contact from you! National Licensed guide in English since 2011; TOEIC 965; English proficiency test grade 1 I am not a driver guide, but I can arrange a van rental or book a restaurant free of charge.
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You can learn about the difference between Shintoism, Buddhism from a knowlegeable guide!
Overview of your Fukuoka tour
This tour uses a private van (van fee is NOT included in the tour fee). You'll visit a shrine and a temple, where you will learn the difference between Shinto and Buddihism by a knowleageable guide. Dazaifu tenmangu shrine enshrines a deity of education, Michizane. A lot of people especially students visit the shrine wishing for their academic achievement. Nanzoin temple has the largest bronze reclining Buddhist statue in the world. The statue is located outside surrounded by beautiful nature. The place is also famous as a site of Kyushu pilgrimage places. Tochoji is famous for the largest wooden sitting Buddhist statue.
Recent Reviews
John G.United States
Although Fukuoka is a very big city, I did not know much about it prior to our tour. Our tour guide, Kate, was fantastic. She put together a very nice day. Our group was treated to a very interesting tour of shrines and temples in and around the city. Kate was very informative and especially kind.
Theo F.United States
Corresponding, in English, with Kayoko to set up & customize our tour was easy. She was on time to meet us at our hotel & the van hire she arranged was perfect for 5 of us, plus driver & Kayoko. Although it was raining, we did everything on our itinerary, saw the reclining buddha at the Nanzoin temple and enjoyed the unique & delicious food goodies leading up to the shrine at Dazaifu. Kayoko knew the best Dazaifu vendor for us to get the awesome, hot ume-gae mochi. This is not to be missed, even though your tummy is full from lunch. The driver recommended an udon restaurant for lunch on the way from Nanzoin temple & Dazaifu. We really enjoyed the restaurants specialties ohagi mochi, inari sushi & gobo tempura along with the hot & tasty udon with a huge piece of kitsune, seasoned fried tofu sheet. The restaurant's clientele were locals, not tourists, so we had an authentic experience. Kayoko is knowledgeable & informative of the historical facts and customs. Her English is easy to understand. Do not hesitate to hire her as a guide.
Michael H.United States
We had a wonderful day with Kayoko. She picked us up at the port and guided us through the day with expertise and knowledge. Kayoko took us to a local place for a delicious lunch. Don’t miss Nanzoin temple. We also saw other shrines, pagodas and the place of the 26 martyrs for Christ. It was a fantastic day and Kayoko could not have been better!
Your Fukuoka tour itinerary
9:00 meet Nanzoin Temple Dazaifu tenmangu shrine Lunch at Canal city (ramen stadium) Tochoji temple if time allows 15:00 Hotel The itinerary can be changed upon your request!
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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Minivan
You will use a mini van with a capacity of 8 except a guide. The fee of the van is NOT included in the base fee. Please refer to WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED.
What's included
Other: The adission tickets of a guide are included.
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: The cost of a van is around 48,000yen including a driver, gas, tolls, which you can pay by credit card directly to the driver at the end of the tour. Youalso need 2,000yen (cash) for the transportation of a guide to/from the meeting place prior to the start of the tour. The rate is subject to change. Please ask the current cost of a van BEFORE booking. If the tour duration exceeds 6h, you are charged another 2,570yen/30min. If you use a taxi, the cost is around 25% less.
Food Drinks Snacks
Tickets: Admission fees: 500yen/adult for Nanzoin Temple; 100yen/adult for Tochoji temple
Private Transportation
Private Transportation With Driver
Accommodation
Public Transportation
Tastings
Equipment
Classes Workshop
Meeting location
Fukuoka, Japan
Airport: Hotel; Station; Port
- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Religious Sites
Art And Culture
History
Tour reference number
398688
Languages
Japanese
EnglishActivity level
Moderate
Traveller reviews
5.0
FAQs
Who is this private tour in Fukuoka best suited for?
This private tour in Fukuoka is perfect for travellers interested in exploring cultural and religious sites, such as Nanzoin Temple and Dazaifu Tenmangu shrine. It's also ideal for those who want to learn about the differences between Shintoism and Buddhism from a knowledgeable guide like Kayoko W. The tour suits anyone looking for a personalized experience with the flexibility to adjust the itinerary.
Can this private tour in Fukuoka be customized to focus on what I want to see and skip places I've already visited?
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6 hours
Private transportation
Private tour for 1-8 people
Your party size
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Tour date
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6 hours
Private transportation
Private tour for 1-8 people
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Tour date
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