Private Tour-Experience the traditional culture of Fukuoka!
Hakata dolls, with a history of over 400 years, are known to every Japanese person. On this tour, you will experience painting one yourself. You will also learn about Yamakasa, a summer festival in Fukuoka with a history of around 300 years. There are two types of floats: the decorative kazari-yamak
📍Meeting point: Let’s meet in the lobby of Hotel Okura!
What To Expect
Stop 1
⏱ 1h 25mA specialty shop of Hakata dolls and Hakata textiles, founded in 1947 and located along the Hakata River. Visitors can enjoy a painting experience called 'Etsuke' in the spacious store
Stop 2
⏱ 1h 17mCanal City is a large complex consisting of five buildings with five floors above ground and one basement level. It features shops, restaurants, hotels, a movie theater, and a theater.
Stop 3
⏱ 30 minKushida Shrine was founded in 1587. Every year from July 1st to 15th, the heroic Hakata Gion Yamakasa festival takes place, racing through the streets of Hakata. At 4:59 a.m. on the final day, the race begins here at Kushida Shrine. It is also the only place where decorative Yamakasa floats can be seen year-round, except in June.
Stop 4
⏱ 1h 17mA long-established tea shop founded in 1716. At the adjoining Japanese tea café Chayu Seika, you can enjoy sencha or matcha along with two kinds of traditional Japanese sweets.
Stop 5
⏱ 37 minShofukuji Temple, founded in 1195 by Eisai, is Japan’s first Zen temple and the birthplace of Japanese tea. It was designated a National Historic Site in 1969.
What’s Included
- ✓Private Tour Guide
- ✓Necessary expenses for the tour guide
What’s NOT Included
- ✗Cash is required for the some experience. Please prepare at least around 5,000 yen in cash.
- ✗Money for food/drinks, souvenirs and extra activities for your own
What to Bring
- •Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- •Public transportation options are available nearby
- •Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- •Although the tour includes experiences, meals, and tea breaks, there will be a lot of walking. Please wear comfortable shoes and clothing
- •In case of bad weather, be sure to bring rain gear.
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