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Kamakura Day Trip | Kamakura Great Buddha, Enoden (including train ticket), Shonan Sea View at Kamakura Kokomae Station, Enoshima Walk, Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine (Departure from Tokyo)
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Tours • Kamakura

Kamakura Day Trip | Kamakura Great Buddha, Enoden (including train ticket), Shonan Sea View at Kamakura Kokomae Station, Enoshima Walk, Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine (Departure from Tokyo)

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★ 4.8 (1,449) • 10K+ booked
৳ 5,183.15
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Kamakura | Kamakura Daibutsu & Tsurugaoka Hachimangu & Enoshima Benzaiten Nakamise-dori & Kamakura High School One-Day Tour | Departing from Tokyo
Tours • From Tokyo

Kamakura | Kamakura Daibutsu & Tsurugaoka Hachimangu & Enoshima Benzaiten Nakamise-dori & Kamakura High School One-Day Tour | Departing from Tokyo

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English guided
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★ 4.6 (1,573) • 10K+ booked
৳ 3,642.90
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Fukuoka Akiyoshido Cave & Motonosumi Shrine Full-Day Tour
Tours • From Fukuoka

Fukuoka Akiyoshido Cave & Motonosumi Shrine Full-Day Tour

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★ 4.8 (464) • 4K+ booked
৳ 5,492.05
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Kitakyushu Day and Night Scenic Tour: Mojiko, Kokura Castle, Outlet Park, and Mt. Sarakura
Tours • From Fukuoka

Kitakyushu Day and Night Scenic Tour: Mojiko, Kokura Castle, Outlet Park, and Mt. Sarakura

English guided
Free cancellation
★ 4.8 (322) • 4K+ booked
৳ 5,492.05
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Kitakyushu Motonosumi Shrine Red Torii & Mojiko/Karato Market & Sarakurayama Cable Car Day Trip (Departing from Fukuoka)
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Kitakyushu Motonosumi Shrine Red Torii & Mojiko/Karato Market & Sarakurayama Cable Car Day Trip (Departing from Fukuoka)

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★ 4.7 (253) • 2K+ booked
৳ 5,492.05
One-day tour experience of Motonosumi Shrine and Mount Sarakura
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Tours • From Fukuoka

One-day tour experience of Motonosumi Shrine and Mount Sarakura

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★ 4.7 (465) • 3K+ booked
৳ 5,492.05
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One-day trip to Fukuoka Akiyoshido Cave and Tsunoshima Bridge
Tours • From Fukuoka

One-day trip to Fukuoka Akiyoshido Cave and Tsunoshima Bridge

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★ 4.8 (144) • 1K+ booked
৳ 5,492.05
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Fukuoka Mojiko & Mt. Sarakura Night View Guided Day Tour
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Fukuoka Mojiko & Mt. Sarakura Night View Guided Day Tour

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★ 4.8 (162) • 2K+ booked
৳ 5,492.05
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Kyushu Yamaguchi Secret Tour Day Trip: Akiyoshido Cave x Motonosumi Inari Shrine x Tsunoshima Bridge x Mekari Observatory (Departure from Fukuoka)
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Tours • From Fukuoka

Kyushu Yamaguchi Secret Tour Day Trip: Akiyoshido Cave x Motonosumi Inari Shrine x Tsunoshima Bridge x Mekari Observatory (Departure from Fukuoka)

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★ 4.8 (87) • 900+ booked
৳ 5,492.05
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Fukuoka Food & Culture Tour: Karato Market Sushi, Mojiko & Kokura
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Tours • From Fukuoka

Fukuoka Food & Culture Tour: Karato Market Sushi, Mojiko & Kokura

English guided
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★ 4.7 (72) • 700+ booked
৳ 5,858.19
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Yokohama Minato Mirai Osanbashi Pier & Yokohama Cosmo World Cable Car & Enoshima & Kamakura High School & Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine Day Tour (From Tokyo)
৳ 4,942.85
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Hebu Kari Observatory, Akiyoshido Cave, Motonosumi Shrine, and Tsunoshima Bridge Day Trip (From Fukuoka)
Tours • From Fukuoka

Hebu Kari Observatory, Akiyoshido Cave, Motonosumi Shrine, and Tsunoshima Bridge Day Trip (From Fukuoka)

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★ 4.9 (30) • 200+ booked
৳ 5,492.05
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Hotels in Shimonoseki

Dormy Inn PREMIUM Shimonoseki
Hotels • Shimonoseki

Dormy Inn PREMIUM Shimonoseki

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★ 4.5 (1,005)
From ৳ 8,740.15
KOKO STAY Shimonoseki
Hotels • Shimonoseki

KOKO STAY Shimonoseki

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★ 4.0 (309)
From ৳ 4,815.43
RISONARE Shimonoseki by Hoshino Resorts
Hotels • Shimonoseki

RISONARE Shimonoseki by Hoshino Resorts

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★ 5.0 (2)
From ৳ 26,324.40
Smile Hotel Shimonoseki
Hotels • Shimonoseki

Smile Hotel Shimonoseki

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★ 4.0 (1,003)
From ৳ 5,455.81
Hotel Nishinagato Resort
Hotels • Shimonoseki

Hotel Nishinagato Resort

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★ 4.1 (102)
From ৳ 13,419.76
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN SHIMONOSEKI
Hotels • Shimonoseki

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN SHIMONOSEKI

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★ 4.2 (256)
From ৳ 5,278.74
Shimonoseki Station West Washington Hotel Plaza
Hotels • Shimonoseki

Shimonoseki Station West Washington Hotel Plaza

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★ 4.0 (434)
From ৳ 6,311.57
৳ 6,724.63
SIMONOSEKIOSAKAYA HOTEL
Hotels • Shimonoseki

SIMONOSEKIOSAKAYA HOTEL

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From ৳ 7,680.31
Toyoko Inn Shimonos Station Kaikyo Yume Tower Mae
Hotels • Shimonoseki

Toyoko Inn Shimonos Station Kaikyo Yume Tower Mae

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★ 4.1 (456)
From ৳ 7,140.32
৳ 7,637.03
Shimonoseki Onsen Kaze No Umi
Hotels • Shimonoseki

Shimonoseki Onsen Kaze No Umi

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From ৳ 27,825.15
Skyheart Hotel Shimonoseki
Hotels • Shimonoseki

Skyheart Hotel Shimonoseki

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★ 3.9 (80)
From ৳ 5,141.09
Super Hotel Premier Shimonoseki
Hotels • Shimonoseki

Super Hotel Premier Shimonoseki

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★ 4.4 (21)
From ৳ 7,422.25

Reviews of Shimonoseki activities

Klook User
2026-06-30 14:20:33
Fantastic 5.0
great views,great performance by allan the "shogun" tour guide.. he has deeply knowledge about the tourism object.. his way to giving us the route are briliant and make us comfortable in rainy season..
Klook用戶
2026-06-17 13:14:26
Fantastic 5.0
This activity was definitely worth it! Since we were traveling independently and wanted to visit Motonosumi Shrine, joining this one-day tour made things much more convenient. We were very lucky to have Jimmy as our guide on this trip. His initial self-introduction on the bus immediately livened up the atmosphere and had everyone laughing heartily. Since there were also foreigners on the tour, he spoke both Mandarin and English, which was excellent and easy to understand. I'd also like to commend the driver's excellent skills; although the journey was a bit long, we rested very comfortably. The only slight disappointment on this trip was that when we reached the mountain, the fog was too thick, so we couldn't really see the scenery. I look forward to coming back next time to see the beautiful views!
Kristine ********
2026-05-18 07:14:45
Fantastic 5.0
Glad we took this trip on a weekend since we were able to visit Karato Market. We were able to try tried Fugu and the sushi choices are very fresh. I loved the Toro Sushi. We were also able to see the different buildings in Mojiko Retro. I was able to marvel on its architecture. This is our 5th visit in Japan but it's our first time visiting a Japanese castle. Kokura Castle is a very good castle first castle. It has interactive activities that will keep you immersed. I also liked our visit to Miyajidake Shrine. It is very peaceful and one with nature. I also would like to commend our tour guide. My mother and I were the only two non-Chinese speaking members of the group but the tour guide was very helpful with us.
Klook客路用户
2026-07-02 08:37:42
Fantastic 5.0
What a fantastic day trip! The meeting point was easy to find right outside Hakata Station, and the staff proactively confirmed our destination. The seats on the bus were comfortable, and the driver was safe and steady. Our guide, Lisa, was incredibly kind and enthusiastic, always offering to help take photos. Her explanations of the attractions were very professional, and she was fluent in three languages, which made our journey very relaxed and enjoyable. All the places we visited were beautiful, and we were even luckier that the cloudy morning turned into a clear, sunny afternoon. The most incredible part was that we could easily visit several attractions that are difficult to access by public transport for less than the price of a one-way Shinkansen ticket to Kumamoto – the value for money was exceptional. Finally, the schedule was well-planned, allowing us ample time to enjoy the scenery and take photos at each attraction.
Klook User
2026-03-10 21:20:09
Fantastic 5.0
This is an easy, chill tour. You have time to see the sights, take good photos, eat or shop a bit. Akiyoshido Caves were beautiful. Our guide, Jyo, was very friendly and gave us good tips on where to take the best photos and eat some good local specialties.
Regan *********
2026-07-08 19:55:47
Fantastic 5.0
Our tour with Katie was an absolute dream! She is so incredibly kind and lovely, and she truly made our entire trip so special and memorable. She poured her heart into making sure we had the absolute best time, bringing us to breathtaking places like Shiraito Falls and Itoshima Beach. We felt so wonderfully taken care of the entire day. Thank you, Katie, for being such an amazing guide!
蔡 **
2026-06-30 12:40:12
Fantastic 5.0
This one-day tour is well organized. Moreover, the guide is friendly and helpful.
Keskaew ***********
2026-04-03 10:07:01
Fantastic 5.0
I highly recommend this tour. Our guide, Kevin, was excellent. He speaks English, Chinese, and Japanese. Luckily, he spoke English, as I don't understand Chinese. This route involves a long journey, and some spots are not accessible if you travel independently, so this day trip is essential to reach the shrine. The scenic views are absolutely beautiful; I highly recommend visiting. I think it's even more stunning than Hakodate. It would be even better if we could have stayed to see it at night.
Klook User
2026-04-06 01:53:03
Fantastic 5.0
Thanks to guide Bae Tae-kwon, I had the trip of a lifetime! He pointed out the best and most affordable restaurants at Karato Market, so I got to enjoy delicious food at places even locals line up for. He also showed us an efficient route from Tanga Market to the arcade and Kokura Castle, allowing us to make the most of our sightseeing. His easy and entertaining explanations of Dazaifu Tenmangu's historical background made it more than just a simple tour. Furthermore, he kindly assisted me with personal hotel matters, which was a huge help since I don't speak Japanese. Despite my initial worries about the rain, it turned out to be a wonderful trip, all thanks to guide Bae Tae-kwon. For anyone visiting Fukuoka, I highly recommend this tour!

Shimonoseki at a glance

When is the busiest time to visit Shimonoseki?

Based on what travelers booked on Klook

Busier than usual Quieter than usual
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+50%
Typical
-50%
-12%
Jan
-16%
Feb
-36%
Mar
-25%
Apr
-21%
May
+17%
Jun
+52%
Jul
+50%
Aug
+2%
Sep
Busiest +53%
Oct
-37% Quietest
Nov
-24%
Dec

Demand peaks in October (about 53% above a typical month) while November is quiet (roughly 37% below). Travellers from Hong Kong should book early for October; visit in November for easier availability and fewer crowds. Based on Klook historical booking data.

When is Shimonoseki cheapest?

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$90
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Avg $57 Priciest $83 Cheapest $45
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun

Activities are typically cheapest in December (around USD 45), roughly 46% below the priciest month in July; overall averages sit near USD 57. The low prices in December also align with the quieter November period shown in demand. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.

How far ahead should you book?

Plan ahead so you don’t miss out

5 daysLast-minute
19 daysTypical
49 daysEarly

Most travellers book about 19 days ahead; with last‑minute bookings possible within about 5 days this destination suits flexible plans. During the October peak consider booking earlier to secure availability. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

Quick facts about Shimonoseki

General info
  • Time zone

    No time difference

  • Currency

    1BDT = 1.27JPY

  • Official languages

What to know before visiting Shimonoseki

Quick snapshot of Shimonoseki and what to expect

Shimonoseki is a compact coastal city known for its tours and local food-focused experiences; Klook booking data shows demand peaks in October and falls into a trough in November, so activity levels swing through the year. Tours make up the top bookings, and travellers find both day trips and short guided experiences readily available.

Best times to visit and how prices shift

Demand peaks in October while the quietest month is typically November, according to Klook booking data. Prices are highest around July and August and then drift down through autumn and winter, with December typically the cheapest month on Klook. If you want lower prices and smaller crowds, aim for November or December; for the liveliest, peak-season atmosphere choose October. Note that price and demand diverge a little here: demand spikes in October while the priciest booking months are in mid-summer.

Tips for travellers from Hong Kong

Many travellers from Hong Kong tend to book about three weeks ahead on average, with a significant portion locking in nearly seven weeks early, so plan especially for travel during October’s peak if you need specific dates. For shorter, flexible trips you can still find last-minute options about five days out—Klook lists plenty of tours that suit both spontaneous and planned visits.

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