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Fukuoka Nanzoin & Itoshima Coastal Full-Day Private Tour

5.0 / 5
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Free cancellation (48 hours notice)
You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 48 hour(s) before the activity date (destination local time), In case of unforeseen events or extreme weather, the operator reserves the right to cancel the tour. If this happens, you have the option to reschedule or request a full refund, Be aware that the approval of reschedules, amendments or refunds are subject to availability, Refunds or amendments can't be issued if: Participants arrive late or don't arrive at all
Depart from Fukuoka
Duration: 9.5 hour(s)
09:00-18:30
Meet-up or pick-up
Multiple group sizes
Private group (1-9), Small group (18-20), Large group (35-45)

Itinerary

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Day 1

Pick-up or meet-up08:00 - 08:20

Bus1 hr(s)

1

Nanzoin Temple

1 hr(s) 30 min(s) • Self-guided • Tickets included

Visit the popular shrine known for praying for financial luck, get up close to the world's largest bronze reclining Buddha statue measuring 41 meters long and 11 meters high, and experience a sense of grandeur and tranquility. Learn the legendary story of the head priest winning 130 million yen in the lottery, and experience the unique "treasure ticket" blessing culture.

2

Tsukamoto Fresh Fish Store
Local food tasting

50 min(s) • Self-guided • Pay on site

Directly sourced and freshly caught the very same day from the Genkai灘! Check out Itoshima's ultra-popular, extravagant seafood bowl (kaisendon), and enjoy the ultimate seafood feast with ingredients piled high like a mountain.

3

Palm Tree Swing / Youyiyan Salt Making Workshop Studio Tottan
Instagrammable spot

30 min(s) • Self-guided • Free entry

On the coastal cliff at the forefront of Itoshima, savoring the richness sprinkled with traditional coarse-grained "flower salt" and Arrangement method: To ensure a smooth itinerary, the tour guide will flexibly arrange to visit one of the above attractions based on the day's traffic conditions, on-site actual circumstances, and the overall itinerary progress. This item is decided on-site by the tour guide, and designation is not permitted.

4

Itoshima Cafe Farmhouse UOVO

30 min(s) • Self-guided • Free entry

Arrangement method: To ensure a smooth itinerary, the tour guide will flexibly arrange to visit one of the above attractions based on the traffic conditions of the day, actual on-site situations, and the overall itinerary progress. This item will be decided on-site by the tour guide and cannot be specified in advance.

5

Totoro forest in Keyanooto Park & more

30 min(s) • Guided • Free entry

Totoro forest in Keyanooto Park

Step into a real-life Hayao Miyazaki fairytale! Walk through the verdant 'Totoro's Forest' tunnel, climb up to the observation deck to overlook the Genkai Sea, and explore up close the wonder of Keyaruman, Japan's largest basalt sea cave.

Keya Gate
6

Sakurai Futamigaura's Couple Stones

20 min(s) • Guided • Free entry

Standing in the azure sea, the pristine white torii gate and the Meoto Iwa (Wedded Rocks), tied with sacred marriage ropes, bear witness to romantic vows of love and destiny amidst the brilliant glow of the 'Top 100 Sunsets in Japan'.

Brunch • Fusion

5134-1 Shimasakurai, Itoshima, Fukuoka 819-1304

50 min(s)

To drop-off points15:30 - 17:00

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What's included

  • Transport: Bus
  • Admission: Nanzoin Temple, Palm Tree Swing, Youyiyan Salt Making Workshop Studio Tottan, Itoshima Cafe Farmhouse UOVO, Totoro forest in Keyanooto Park, Keya Gate, Sakurai Futamigaura's Couple Stones
  • Tax & discounts
  • [Itinerary Organization and Group Tour Description] This itinerary includes the Nanzoin Temple and Itoshima areas. While ensuring that the originally scheduled sightseeing spots, service standards, and the type of group you registered for (private tour, small group, joint tour, etc.) remain unchanged, there may be coordination, merging, or vehicle transfers with other groups heading toward the Itoshima direction midway through the tour. The final itinerary arrangement is subject to the instructions of the on-site staff. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
  • [Flexible Itinerary Recommendation: Itoshima Curated Day Tour] If you decide not to visit Nanzoin Temple before departure, you can request to switch to the Itoshima day tour. Deeply explore popular landmarks such as Shiraito Falls, Raizan Sennyoji Temple (autumn-limited foliage spot), Forest Cafe Midori no Oto, Tsukamoto Fresh Fish Restaurant delicacies, Matano Shio Tottan Workshop, Totoro Forest, and Futamigaura Meoto Iwa (Wedded Rocks). We will do our best to coordinate and arrange it for you!
  • [Attraction Arrangement and Adjustment Instructions] To ensure a smooth itinerary and provide the best touring experience, the tour guide will flexibly choose to visit one of the following three attractions: Mataichi Salt Workshop, Tottan, Palm Tree Swing, or uovo, based on the traffic conditions of the day, on-site crowd density, and the overall progress of the itinerary. The specific arrangements will be subject to the actual on-site decision. Designated choices are not accepted, and your understanding and cooperation are appreciated.
  • [Notes on Booking Near Departure Date] Booking close to the departure date may result in the following situations: 1. The originally booked group may not have reached the minimum number of participants required for departure. 2. To avoid crowds, the actual departure time may be earlier than the time shown on the webpage. Since other group members have received advance notifications regarding the gathering time and location, late applicants may not receive the latest gathering information in time. If time permits and suitable alternative groups are available for arrangement, we may transfer you to another group type, and the actual departure type may differ from your original booking. If you do not accept the above arrangements, you may apply for cancellation through the platform's manual customer service, and we will assist with processing a free cancellation.
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Admission: Tsukamoto Fresh Fish Store
  • Accommodation
  • Extra fees
  • Gears & Equipment
  • Insurance
  • [Guide Language and Grouping Rules] For orders with 18 or more participants, an exclusive English or Cantonese-speaking guide service can be arranged. For groups under 18 people, English and Cantonese guide services are only available for groups accompanied by a guide speaking the corresponding language on the day of travel. To ensure a smooth trip, the actual group division, vehicle arrangement, and type of fellow travelers (such as private tours, small groups, or join-in tours) on the day may be coordinated and slightly adjusted based on the total number of sign-ups for that day. The guide service will be subject to the language of the guide assigned to the vehicle you actually board. If you do not accept the coordinated group division and deployment, you must strictly adhere to the tour type you actually registered for. In this case, only Chinese or Japanese-speaking guide services will be provided (English/Cantonese-speaking guides are not guaranteed). The final itinerary is subject to actual arrangements on-site; thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
  • [Infant Seat Service] Infant seats are available as an add-on for this itinerary at a cost of 2,000 Japanese Yen each. If you wish to book, please be sure to specify the required number of infant seats and the children's ages in the "Special Remarks" section when placing your order.
  • [Seating Arrangements and Itinerary Notes] Group tour seating: Adopts a first-come, first-served principle, where passengers freely choose their seats in order when boarding the vehicle. If you need to reserve a specific seat in advance, an additional seat selection fee of 1,000 Japanese yen per person is required. Private charter tour seating: Uniformly coordinated and arranged by the accompanying driver (or guide) based on the chronological order of when the orders were successfully placed.
  • [Lunch Arrangement Instructions] Dining Area: Lunch will be selected from Tsukamoto Fresh Fish Store, uovo or locally selected restaurants around the attractions. Restaurant Arrangement: Specific restaurants are not accepted for this itinerary. On the day of the trip, the tour guide or driver will flexibly coordinate and arrange the smoothest and most comfortable dining location for you based on actual conditions such as on-site traffic road conditions, restaurant queue crowds, and business status. Or locally selected restaurants around the attractions. Restaurant Arrangement: Specific restaurants are not accepted for this itinerary. On the day of the trip, the tour guide or driver will flexibly coordinate and arrange the smoothest and most comfortable dining location for you based on actual conditions such as on-site traffic road conditions, restaurant queue crowds, and business status.
  • ① Confirmation and Communication Regarding Travel Time This itinerary features flexible meeting times and locations. Once the booking is confirmed, our customer service team will proactively contact you to finalize the specific details. You may also communicate with us at any time using the contact methods provided in your order. ② It is strongly recommended that you provide your WhatsApp account as a priority. If you still choose to use LINE, please be sure to include your LINE friend addition link (URL) in the "Special Requests" section of your order. ③ Confirmation Order and Reservation Cancellation Reserve Clause Since daily meeting times and pickup routes must be coordinated based on the overall group arrangements, we will prioritize confirming and arranging guests with whom contact has been successfully established. To ensure the travel efficiency and service experience of all guests in the group, we reserve the right to cancel the booking and itinerary arrangements, and we kindly ask for your understanding and cooperation.
  • Special arrangement
  • Services vary based on customer selection

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Confirmation

  • You'll get confirmation within 48 hours. If you don't receive a confirmation email, reach out to our customer support.
  • You'll get confirmation within minutes. If you don't see any confirmation, reach out to our customer support.

Cancellation policy

  • You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 48 hour(s) before the activity date (destination local time)
  • In case of unforeseen events or extreme weather, the operator reserves the right to cancel the tour. If this happens, you have the option to reschedule or request a full refund
  • Be aware that the approval of reschedules, amendments or refunds are subject to availability
  • Refunds or amendments can't be issued if: Participants arrive late or don't arrive at all

Booking changes policy

  • Change are allowed until 8 hour(s) before activity starts
  • The booking can’t be changed if it was booked with Klook Pass, under pre-sales or comes with a freebie.
  • The booking cannot be changed if the voucher has not yet been issued.
  • Bookings made using SG Culture Pass or Taiwan Culture Points cannot be changed.

How to use

Usage validity

  • The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)

Age & eligibility

Eligibility

  • This activity has no age limit
  • Important: Infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount
  • This activity requires a minimum of 6 participant(s). If the minimum is not met, you can book an alternative date or request a full refund

Reviews

5.0 / 5
Fantastic
8 reviews
Guide
5.0
Itinerary
4.9
Quality of transfer
5.0
Value for money
5.0
We had a great day with Kenji today! The communication through whatsapp was very clear and organized. Even though I made a mistake and booked for only one person, Kenji was very accomodating and let us pay the second person in cash upfront :) The whole booking was very spontaneous, i booked the tour the night before and everything was organized the next day! the private tour with kenji was absolutely great we saw so many great viewd such as the Nanzo-in Temple, Totoro Forest, Mataichi Salt Maker Workshop and the Couple Stones. I was very glad and happy with Kenji's flexibility, friendliness and sugoi driving style. Thank you so much again!! Since it's hard to go around Itoshima by Public Transport, this was the perfect way to see all the sights ☺️☺️
Overall, this day trip was a fantastic experience, with a well-paced itinerary that did not drag at all. The tour guide was very punctual, English communication before the trip was smooth, and the Chinese communication during the tour was even more fluent and welcoming. The group members that day were travelers from Taiwan and Hong Kong. We deeply appreciated the advantages of a small tour: hotel pick-up and drop-off by private vehicle was punctual and hassle-free, and we could be dropped off right at the closest entrance of each attraction, sparing us the long walks from large parking lots at major lots, which was especially thoughtful in the hot weather. Lunch at Tsukamoto Fresh Fish Restaurant featured fresh seafood with generous portions, and the savory egg custard was also delicious. We originally came mainly for Nanzoin Temple, and the site was indeed solemn, breathtaking, and well worth a visit; while the scenery in Itoshima is beautiful, unless you are making a special trip to take photos for social media, the activities under the blazing sun felt a bit monotonous. Overall, the transportation was highly flexible and saved us the fatigue of transferring buses. I highly recommend this to travelers who want to easily visit Nanzoin Temple and also check out Itoshima!
I brought my dad to Fukuoka and originally chose a small group tour because places like Nanzoin Temple and Itoshima are inconvenient to reach by public transport, but it turned out to be beyond expectations! We visited Nanzoin Temple, the coast, and Totoro Forest, and the itinerary was relaxed and unhurried. The lunch portions were huge, fresh, and a great value, completely changing our impression of tour group meals. Mr. Kimura was friendly and enthusiastic, and my dad had a very relaxing and enjoyable time. Truly unforgettable, highly recommended!
Due to personal reasons, my trip was almost canceled until I managed to contact your customer service at around 3:30 AM. Suddenly, I was able to join your small group tour of four. There was no need to squeeze through crowds at a meeting point; I could just wait comfortably at the hotel for pickup. To my surprise, Mr. Chen, who contacted me in the middle of the night, turned out to be our driver and tour guide. What a pleasant surprise! Even better, the itinerary arranged by Mr. Chen was fantastic. We were able to enjoy the scenery leisurely and feast on delicious food before the large crowds arrived. I finally realized the advantages and benefits of a small tour. I stumbled into joining such an amazing tour this time, and I am deeply grateful to Mr. Leo Chen for taking the trouble to arrange it for me in the middle of the night, for his quick adaptability along the way, his engaging conversation, and his proactive approach, which allowed me to enjoy the most worthwhile day trip in Fukuoka.
We’re truly happy with the arrangements and itinerary of this tour! We had so much fun throughout the trip and never regretted choosing this package 😊 The direct hotel pickup within the coverage area was very convenient and our tour guide was friendly, professional, and caring. Great time management, useful travel tips and everything was well organised. Thank you for the wonderful arrangements. We really enjoyed the trip and would definitely recommend this tour! ⭐️
Thank you to Kimura-san for driving and guiding our group of four to Nanzoin, Tsukamoto restaurant, Totoro's Forest, Meoto Iwa, and another beach with the palm tree swing! It's the first time I've been on a private tour, and I felt taken care of from start to finish. Being picked up from my hotel was super convenient, and it was fun chatting to Kimura-san throughout the trip. He's very funny and kind. He let us have a lot of free time to explore on our own, so I never felt rushed at any of the travel spots. They also weren't very crowded, so I was able to take some great pics! Nanzoin was impressive and you can even go inside the statue if you pay cash at the temple. For lunch, I had Course A at the seafood restaurant. I was impressed with the quality and quantity of the food that was served. If you're looking for a relaxing day trip but still want to go to a lot of places, I recommend trying this one!
Highly recommended! Right from the moment I made the deposit, I could feel the quality of their service. Shortly after booking, I received a message to discuss the itinerary, and they proactively provided a lot of travel information and details, which made me feel completely at ease even before setting off. I originally thought that taking a day trip would mean running into massive tour groups, but their arrangement was fantastic. It always felt like we were one step ahead, avoiding all the crowds. At almost every attraction, it was pretty much just our group. Whether taking photos or slowly enjoying the scenery, it was so much more comfortable without having to squeeze through crowds at all. The tour guide was cheerful and engaging the entire time, not just mechanically leading the way. The pace of the whole journey was very relaxed, we had a wonderful time, and it never felt rushed like being herded around like ducks. Another highlight was the lunch! The tour guide didn't take us to some designated tourist restaurant, but instead to a super local seafood restaurant. The sea urchin was unbelievably fresh, making it feel as if it had just been scooped straight from the ocean into our mouths. Plus, the price was very reasonable, offering unbeatable value for money. In short, the whole trip—from the arrangements, service, and pacing of the attractions to the food—was flawless. It is definitely one of the most satisfying day trips I've joined in recent years. When I visit Fukuoka again next time, I will definitely book with you all again! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Today was a small-group day tour, and the pick-up and meeting arrangements were very convenient. The tour guide, Adrian, was extremely flexible with the overall itinerary and timing for each attraction, perfectly avoiding the crowds. I highly recommend this small-group tour and am very satisfied. Adrian is trilingual in Mandarin, Japanese, and English, and his explanations were very simple and clear, so there is no need to worry about any communication barriers. The hidden-gem local seafood restaurant had extremely fresh ingredients, but don't get carried away and order too much, because the portions are very generous and the value for money is exceptionally high. As a nice bonus, we also stopped by a dessert shop, where the pudding is a must-try. If you are still hesitating about how to choose a day tour to Itoshima while in Fukuoka, I highly recommend this to anyone who struggles with choices and wants a relaxing experience!

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