Fukuoka Prefecture

we were the only ones who booked through Klook so we had the entire boat & guide to ourselves (pure luck!). our guide is a local and could speak English well, he could even sing in English! the entire experience was very fun, having to cruise through the canals which gave off really zen vibes. recommend to go for the earliest slots for the pleasant weather and looser crowds. we waited patiently in the lobby before the ride for our guide to identify us. the hotel lobby have loads to shop as well.

Va ser una experiència increïble. Potser no vaig llegir tot l'itinerari, però no m'esperava que el nostre guia del vaixell cantés òpera. Quin talent! Gran feina!! Tornaré a pujar-hi quan torni a Fukuoka!!

hakata river is very clear, the boat ride is smooth and educational.

Klook offers the best prices. If you want to experience the charm of the Northern Kyushu region, I recommend taking the JR. I bought a three-day JR pass and visited Kokura, Mojiko, and Kumamoto. I highly recommend Kokura Castle; although it's a reconstructed castle, it offers many interactive activities for visitors. You can also try on kimonos for free and take photos, or experience horseback archery—it's definitely worth a visit. If you get off at Kokura, you must try the chicken udon noodles at the standing noodle shop on the Kitakyushu Station platform, which has a long history; it's very affordable and delicious! Mojiko is a beautiful harbor with a European flair, perfect for exploring various historic buildings and taking photos. Curry is a famous local dish there. Kumamoto Castle, one of Japan's three great castles, has several centuries of history and is a reconstructed castle with significant historical value. The castle's main color is black, and its appearance resembles a samurai, giving it a majestic presence. I suggest taking the tram to Kumamoto Castle to experience the local culture and daily life.

El Kansai–Hiroshima Pass val la pena. Inclou l'autobús turístic que et permet pujar i baixar a les principals atraccions de Hiroshima, cosa que em va estalviar temps i diners mentre explorava la ciutat. Crec que un dia no és suficient per experimentar Hiroshima plenament, ja que hi ha molts més llocs que val la pena visitar. El passi també ofereix una excel·lent relació qualitat-preu perquè es pot utilitzar a les línies JR per viatjar a altres destinacions dins de la seva cobertura.

You can choose to redeem your tickets at Nishitetsu Tenjin Station or Nishitetsu Yakuin Station. Tickets can only be redeemed and used on the same day. Upon arrival at Nishitetsu Yanagawa Station, there used to be a free shuttle bus to the boarding area. However, when I visited in June, the shuttle bus required a fee (additional ticket purchase). If you prefer to walk, it takes about 5-8 minutes to reach the boarding area. Boats depart as soon as they are full. The boatman will describe the scenery and buildings along the way, and occasionally sing a few songs. Some boatmen provide commentary entirely in Japanese, while others mix Japanese and English. Whether you're going to Yanagawa or Dazaifu, there are often special sightseeing trains, the Tabibito and Suito, available at certain times. You'll need to check their official websites for schedules. Once you arrive at Dazaifu, you can use the Umegae Mochi exchange coupon on the far left of your ticket to redeem it at participating stores. Remember to ask the store before redeeming, as not all stores participate. If you don't plan to eat it immediately, you can also ask for it to go. The shopping street around Dazaifu is definitely worth exploring. If the Ichiran Ramen line is too long, you can head to Danbo Ramen, diagonally across from the station, to satisfy your craving. The Dazaifu Pudding across from the station has a very rich milky flavor, and the slightly bitter caramel perfectly balances the sweetness. Additionally, there are stores like Sumikko Gurashi and Ghibli, as well as the famous wooden Starbucks designed by Kengo Kuma, which is perfect for a quick photo and a refreshing summer drink. The shopping street typically closes between 5:00 PM and 6:00 PM. Don't worry about missing a train back to Tenjin or Yakuin, as services are very frequent!

Super convenient way to travel from Fukuoka airport to Hakata JR station, especially if you live nearby. No need for transfers compared to taking the subway. Just simply follow the usage instructions in the voucher. Bus is clean and has good lighting inside. Note that it may be hard to get seats depending on your arrival time. You will be dropped off near the JR Hakata Station Chikushi entrance/exit.

Per al retorn a Busan, va ser més fluid, ja que ja tenia una idea del que esperar en termes de procediments. El temps d'espera no va ser tan llarg. L'habitació individual és bona per descansar unes hores. Només funcionaven 2 o 3 forns i la cua era fàcilment d'una hora també. Des de la terminal de ferri fins a l'estació de Busan, que és molt a prop, en pocs minuts de taxi vam arribar a l'hotel.

M'encanta la comoditat del JR Pass, ja que connecta tots els llocs d'interès mitjançant el Shinkansen. L'únic és que cada vegada és més car... les notícies diuen que tornarà a pujar de preu aquest octubre, així que millor l'aprofito ara 😂 Klook ha fet que la compra sigui fàcil i còmoda. Vaig rebre el passi en menys de 5 dies per DHL 👍🏻