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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)
Spring deal
₫ 1,093,159
Sale 30% off
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

Hotel pick-up
English guided
Instant confirmation
4.6 / 5
(1.6K) • 10K+ booked
₫ 768,314
Sale 50% off
Fukuoka Akiyoshido Cave & Motonosumi Shrine Full-Day Tour
Tours • From Fukuoka

Fukuoka Akiyoshido Cave & Motonosumi Shrine Full-Day Tour

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English guided
Free cancellation
4.8 / 5
(464) • 4K+ booked
₫ 1,158,315
Sale 30% off
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 / 5
(322) • 4K+ booked
₫ 1,158,315
Sale 30% off
Kitakyushu Motonosumi Shrine Red Torii & Mojiko/Karato Market & Sarakurayama Cable Car Day Trip (Departing from Fukuoka)
Tours • From Fukuoka

Kitakyushu Motonosumi Shrine Red Torii & Mojiko/Karato Market & Sarakurayama Cable Car Day Trip (Departing from Fukuoka)

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Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
4.7 / 5
(253) • 2K+ booked
₫ 1,158,315
One-day tour experience of Motonosumi Shrine and Mount Sarakura
Klook's choice
Tours • From Fukuoka

One-day tour experience of Motonosumi Shrine and Mount Sarakura

English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
4.7 / 5
(465) • 3K+ booked
₫ 1,158,315
Sale 40% off
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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English guided
Free cancellation
4.8 / 5
(144) • 1K+ booked
₫ 1,158,315
Sale 30% off
Fukuoka Mojiko & Mt. Sarakura Night View Guided Day Tour
Tours • From Fukuoka

Fukuoka Mojiko & Mt. Sarakura Night View Guided Day Tour

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English guided
Free cancellation
4.8 / 5
(162) • 2K+ booked
₫ 1,158,315
Sale 30% off
Kyushu Yamaguchi Secret Tour Day Trip: Akiyoshido Cave x Motonosumi Inari Shrine x Tsunoshima Bridge x Mekari Observatory (Departure from Fukuoka)
Spring deal
Klook's choice
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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English guided
Free cancellation
4.8 / 5
(87) • 900+ booked
₫ 1,158,315
Sale 30% off
Fukuoka Food & Culture Tour: Karato Market Sushi, Mojiko & Kokura
Spring deal
Tours • From Fukuoka

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

English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
4.7 / 5
(72) • 700+ booked
₫ 1,235,536
Sale 30% off
Yokohama Minato Mirai Osanbashi Pier & Yokohama Cosmo World Cable Car & Enoshima & Kamakura High School & Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine Day Tour (From Tokyo)
₫ 1,042,483
Sale 40% off
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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English guided
Free cancellation
4.9 / 5
(30) • 200+ booked
₫ 1,158,315
Sale 30% off

Hotels in Shimonoseki

Dormy Inn PREMIUM Shimonoseki
Hotels • Shimonoseki

Dormy Inn PREMIUM Shimonoseki

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4.5 / 5
(1.0K)
From
₫ 1,858,446
KOKO STAY Shimonoseki
Hotels • Shimonoseki

KOKO STAY Shimonoseki

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4.0 / 5
(309)
From
₫ 1,017,218
RISONARE Shimonoseki by Hoshino Resorts
Hotels • Shimonoseki

RISONARE Shimonoseki by Hoshino Resorts

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5.0 / 5
(2)
From
₫ 5,560,811
Smile Hotel Shimonoseki
Hotels • Shimonoseki

Smile Hotel Shimonoseki

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4.0 / 5
(1.0K)
From
₫ 1,157,700
Hotel Nishinagato Resort
Hotels • Shimonoseki

Hotel Nishinagato Resort

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4.1 / 5
(102)
From
₫ 2,834,811
SIMONOSEKIOSAKAYA HOTEL
Hotels • Shimonoseki

SIMONOSEKIOSAKAYA HOTEL

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From
₫ 1,637,245
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN SHIMONOSEKI
Hotels • Shimonoseki

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN SHIMONOSEKI

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4.2 / 5
(256)
From
₫ 1,122,435
Shimonoseki Station West Washington Hotel Plaza
Hotels • Shimonoseki

Shimonoseki Station West Washington Hotel Plaza

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4.0 / 5
(434)
From
₫ 1,333,265
₫ 1,420,522
Toyoko Inn Shimonos Station Kaikyo Yume Tower Mae
Hotels • Shimonoseki

Toyoko Inn Shimonos Station Kaikyo Yume Tower Mae

Instant confirmation
4.1 / 5
(456)
From
₫ 1,517,400
₫ 1,622,956
Shimonoseki Onsen Kaze No Umi
Hotels • Shimonoseki

Shimonoseki Onsen Kaze No Umi

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From
₫ 5,938,054
Skyheart Hotel Shimonoseki
Hotels • Shimonoseki

Skyheart Hotel Shimonoseki

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3.9 / 5
(80)
From
₫ 1,089,979
Super Hotel Premier Shimonoseki
Hotels • Shimonoseki

Super Hotel Premier Shimonoseki

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4.4 / 5
(21)
From
₫ 1,562,492

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
+100%
+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 for Shimonoseki peaks in October, roughly 53% above a typical month, while November is quiet — about 37% below a typical month — so travellers from Malaysia should book early for October and expect easier availability in November. Based on Klook historical booking data.

When is Shimonoseki cheapest?

Find months that fit your budget.

$90
$80
$70
$60
$50
$40
Avg $57 Priciest $83 Cheapest $45
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun

Activities in Shimonoseki are typically cheapest in December at around USD 45, roughly 46% below the priciest month in July, so visiting in December often gives lower activity prices and may align with quieter 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, so with a typical lead time of around three weeks travellers from Malaysia have moderate planning flexibility, but allow more time during October peak periods. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

Quick facts about Shimonoseki

General info
  • Time zone

    No time difference

  • Currency

    1JPY = 165.47VND

  • Official languages

What to know before visiting Shimonoseki

Quick overview of Shimonoseki and its attractions

Shimonoseki draws most Klook interest for tours and short excursions, with bookings rising and falling through the year. Demand peaks in October and dips in November, so the city's rhythm alternates between lively autumn crowds and much quieter late-autumn lulls.

When to visit and what to expect on prices

Klook booking data shows October as the busiest month and November as the quietest. Prices drift through the year: they are typically highest around July and lowest in December, with mid-autumn (September–October) sitting between those extremes. If you want smaller crowds and lower typical prices, aim for November or December; for peak-season atmosphere choose October or the summer months when demand and prices are both higher.

Tips for travellers from Malaysia

Malaysian travellers typically book around three weeks ahead, so plan activities in advance if you travel during October or July when demand is strongest. Many experiences here are short tours that can still be booked last-minute, but booking earlier on Klook gives you more choice for popular dates.

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