Kyushu One-Day Tour: Yufuin no Mori Train & Yufuin Town & Nyoirin-ji Temple & Dazaifu & Hell Hot Springs (Departing from Fukuoka)

This was my first time joining a group tour in Japan, and the overall experience was truly wonderful✨ The main itinerary included the charming, Japanese-style Yunotsubo Street, the serene and picturesque Lake Kinrin, and the unique Umi Jigoku (Sea Hell), concluding with a visit to the historic Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine. One particularly memorable experience was taking the popular Yufuin no Mori sightseeing train from Yufuin to Oita Station 🚃. The scenery along the way was beautiful, and with the cherry blossoms in full bloom during spring 🌸, the entire journey felt even more romantic. The tour guide and driver were both incredibly friendly. They not only provided detailed explanations throughout the trip but also shared many local tips for fun activities and delicious food, making the entire itinerary richer and more personal ❤️. If you're visiting Japan for the first time, I highly recommend this type of itinerary. It's relaxing yet fulfilling, allowing you to experience natural beauty, cultural history, and local charm all at once ✨.

Today, I participated in the Kyushu day tour led by tour guide Lily (Yufuin no Mori train, Yufuin town, Umi Jigoku hot spring, Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine), and the overall experience was fantastic! My family and I have traveled to Japan many times, and we've taken nearly 20 day and two-day tours. Lily is definitely one of the best tour guides I've ever met. Throughout the trip, her explanations were detailed, lively, and interesting. She was very familiar with Kyushu's history, culture, and attractions. She also thoughtfully reminded us of meeting times, photo spots, and important notes, making the entire day's itinerary well-organized. Even with longer travel times, we never felt bored. What's even more remarkable is how caring Lily was towards the group members. She always had a smile on her face, patiently answered questions, and quickly helped resolve any issues, making everyone feel at ease and comfortable. If I have the chance to visit Kyushu again in the future, I will definitely prioritize tours led by Lily. I sincerely recommend her to friends who are planning a trip to Kyushu. Thank you, Lily, for your dedication and professionalism, which made this trip a truly wonderful memory for us!

Our tour guide, Daisy, provided thorough explanations in Chinese throughout the trip and was very attentive to the elderly members of our group. She even created her own recommended Google lists for different areas and enthusiastically helped us call to reserve delicious kamameshi (rice cooked in an iron pot) at the restaurant in front of Yufuin Station. We got to try all three flavors: beef, chicken, and eel—it was truly amazing! At Tenmangu Shrine, she professionally advised us on which shops to visit first (as they were closing soon) and shared tips on how to pray and make wishes. On the way back, she recommended great places to eat and fun things to do in Fukuoka. Tour A offered a rich and interesting itinerary, allowing those who love shopping and good food to enjoy a fulfilling day. However, the schedule was tight and felt a bit rushed, and the travel time between destinations meant we couldn't fully enjoy shopping (how much do I love shopping, anyway?). Next time, I'd like to visit Yufuin on my own (I bought so many Miffy items!).

This was my first time traveling with a Klook tour, and I went with my mom. Li Jing was a wonderful guide 🤍. She was very approachable, polite, and had a great sense of humor, always looking out for each one of us. She introduced us to every attraction and shared relevant Japanese culture and history. She also made sure to explain meeting times, locations, restroom availability (which is super important, haha!), and what to buy versus what to avoid. I highly recommend Guide Li Jing! And a big thank you to our driver; Japanese drivers are incredibly polite 😭. I felt the itinerary was perfectly timed, though it was a bit of a shame that most shops in Dazaifu (snack shops, souvenir stores, etc.) close promptly at 5 PM 😅, so we didn't get to browse much since we arrived after 4 PM 🥲. But it couldn't be helped; they did their best with the schedule! 🫶🏻

This was a lot of fun and you do get to see a lot in one day. The only thing is you have to be mindful about your time. It can be really easy to dwell only on one area of the place you’re visiting and before you know it, your time is almost up and you have to head back to the bus. My guide was Kevin and he was wonderful! Kevin had beautiful energy, was very kind and explained everything to me in English-since I am coming from the United States. I do recommend maybe packing some snacks/food just because you can get caught up sightseeing that you may not have the chance to grab something there and also because food is not provided. Overall my favorite part is how scenic the entire trip is!

The trip was very good. We appreciate our guide Zhang for his service, especially when he told stories of Tenjin God, and he even brought a comic book and a few pages to show. He always explains in both English and Chinese equally. He shares his thoughts and suggestions on where to go, what to do, buy, or eat at each stop. I think one of his strengths is that he studied in Beppu and shares naturally. He truly deserves this job and recognition. As for the driver, whose name I don't know, he is very active and funny. From the very first moment he stepped onto the bus, he greeted everyone eagerly and even wore a Minion mask to entertain passengers. We feel that he gives us service happily.

“A fulfilling itinerary, professional service—a highly cost-effective day trip experience!” The day trip itinerary was exceptionally well-planned, the scenery was stunning, and the overall pace was both enriching and smooth. I highly recommend it to everyone! Regarding transportation, the minibus we took with the tour group was very comfortable, and the driver's smooth driving made the journey feel very safe and reassuring. I especially want to commend our tour guide, Lily. She managed the itinerary perfectly, paying attention to every detail. Lily not only explained everything very clearly but was also incredibly kind, friendly, and genuinely polite, which left a lasting impression. Although Mandarin is not our native language, Lily spoke very articulately, and we were able to understand her completely, making communication very pleasant. My heartfelt thanks to Lily for her attentive care and professional explanations throughout the day, which made this trip truly excellent value for money. We are extremely satisfied with the overall service, and if we have the opportunity in the future, we hope to join another tour led by Lily!

I had a great experience on this tour and would highly recommend it. The itinerary was very well planned and allowed us to visit several amazing destinations in one day without having to worry about transportation or logistics. Everything was organized, punctual, and easy to follow. What I appreciated most was that the tour struck a perfect balance between structure and flexibility. We received clear guidance and information at each stop, but still had enough free time to explore the places that interested us most at our own pace. Our guide, Alex, was fantastic. He was attentive, informative, and genuinely funny, which made the long travel times enjoyable. He shared great recommendations throughout the day and was always available to answer questions or help when needed. His enthusiasm and knowledge really enhanced the experience. Overall, this was an excellent way to see multiple locations comfortably and efficiently. Thank you, Alex, for making it such a memorable day!

1. Our tour guide, Xiaoyu, is fluent in English, Chinese, and Japanese. She provided explanations at every attraction and repeatedly reminded us of the pick-up and drop-off times, making us feel very at ease. 2. Be sure to check your email the day before to confirm your tour group number. There will be many, many day tours at the meeting point, so it's essential to arrive early and find your group. 3. This itinerary covered all the must-see locations; we slept on the bus and enjoyed the sights when we got off. It was excellent, and we were back in Hakata around 6 PM, leaving time for our evening plans. 4. At Yufuin and Kinrin Lake, we walked around and took photos. We arrived around 10 AM to queue for Yufuin Kamameshi Shin and were fortunately the first to be seated. The food was served quickly, and the appetizers in the set meal were incredibly delicious! We ate for about half an hour, leaving an hour to quickly explore (I focused on the lake and Kamameshi Shin), then hurried back to the station to meet up. When boarding the train, remember not to sleep the entire time! Xiaoyu reminded us to visit the special car, get stamps, and take plenty of photos of our tickets and keep them safe. 5. At Umi Jigoku (Sea Hell), there's a free foot bath. Even soaking for a few minutes helped relieve the morning's foot fatigue. It seemed not many people from our group went to use the foot bath.

Nicole was so kind and informative when going through our tour (we opted for route A with Yufuin No Mori). There was enough time in each place to properly enjoy each spot while ensuring the tour went as timed. Would recommend to book with them!