Historical Hakata Tour

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Hakata
  • Learn about the life of Xie Guoming, a Chinese merchant who significantly contributed to the development of Hakata
  • Enter Jotenji temple, founded 773 years ago and its accompanying zen garden
  • Visit Tochoji temple, a historic Buddhist temple with an iconic five storey orange pagoda

What to expect

Among the oldest cities in Japan, Hakata was originally a hub for Chinese merchants to trade their wares. During your three hour tour around the city, you will visit key locations of Hakata's development. Begin at the sakura tea store, a specialist in Yame and Japanese tea wares. Appreciate the craftsmanship before heading to the ancient tomb of Xie Guoming, an influential Chinese merchant in the Song dynasty and hear about his journey to riches. Continue on to two of the area's most ornate Japanese temples, Jotenji and Tochoji and discover hear the fascinating story of how noodles were introduced to Japan from China or marvel at the biggest (10.8 metres) wooden seated Buddha statue in Japan.

jotenji temple
The temples display classic Japanese architecture and zen gardens
Hakata sennen gate
Appreciate the intricate wooden craftwork of Hakata Sennen Gate as a welcome from Hakata
tochoji temple
Tochoji temple is the most popular temple for foreigners in Hakata area
hakata sakura tea
The tea shop Hakata Sakura has many high quality green tea and beautiful wedding gifts
tochoji temple pagoda
Marvel at the iconic orange pagoda standing proud at Tochoji Temple

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Review for: Historical Hakata Tour

A very educational walking tour that I highly recommend especially if youre interested in learning more about the town’s history. I highly commend Mr. Nagafuchi , our guide who was very knowledgeable about Hakata. He was such a trooper explaining to us the many things about Hakata plus the 3 hour walking under not so good weather since it rained that day of our tour and it was really windy. Nevertheless, I really enjoyed this tour. Thank you very much Mr. Nagafuchi!

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very smart way to start your trip here in Fukuoka. Mr. Naga Fuchi is awesome, a perfect example of Japanese hospitality. Beside the walking tour, Mr Naga Fuchi really amaze me the most. A senior japanese that is stronger than me. haha. amazing

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Mr. Yongbuchi is really a great tour guide! During the days when I went to Fukuoka, typhoon No. 6 was about to land, and Mr. Nagabuchi communicated with me in advance in the email to adjust the time! The itinerary design is very good, there will be a historical part of Fukuoka/Hakata, and the temples and shrines to see are very interesting! In addition to explaining the history, Mr. Yongbuchi will also provide some information! Not only can you listen to it, but you can also watch it! Moreover, Mr. Nagabuchi has a deep connection with China, he has been to China many times, and he has taught Japanese to foreigners in universities! I really like this temple tour in Fukuoka. If I have the opportunity to come to Fukuoka again, I would also like to participate in the tour route led by Mr. Nagabuchi again!

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this walking tour is very educational,a must for any first time visitors to learn about hakata.

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The tour guide, Mr. Nagabuchi, is super attentive, and each scenic spot has benefited a lot. We ate the rice cakes recommended by him. I heard that it is a food that is only eaten during the Chinese New Year in Japan. In addition, we also met Mr. Shengyi Guoshi and Mr. Xie Guoming, who are very important to Hakata. , is a great trip to the history of Hakata!

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very interesting and informative tour! The guide described different things as we walked along the streets. It was raining heavily but the guide still walked with me to visit all the places. Got a chance to learn a little about Japanese culture and asked questions. I was honored to have a quick lunch with the guide and he walked me back to the Hakata station and helped me look around for sneakers as mine were soaking wet. I really appreciate his kindness ☺️

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Totally a knowledgeable hakata walking tour. learn all about history of the city. Our Guide Mr Nagafuchi was so nice, very informative and accommodating. He knows well everything. will definitely comeback and visit again this place.

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Nagafuchi-san was knowledgeable about the local Fukuoka. If you have three to five hours to do a historical stroll, you must be satisfied with his company.

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A good start (aka introduction) to know more about Fukuoka and its history. The guide is very knowledgeable, very friendly, and can speak english well. Just use your comfiest shoes.

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My guide, Nagafuchi-san, was very accommodating and explained the sites very well. He even gave me flyers about what to eat in Fukuoka and taught me how to go around the city via bus. The tour itself was great too. Gave a glimpse of old town Hakata and how it used to be. Highly recommended for first timers in Fukuoka!

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