Tochoji Temple tours

This tour is the highlight of our trip to Fukuoka. it’s truly enjoyable to walk and tour historical places with an English speaking tour guide.The tour ended with a visit to the oldest sake factory. highly recommend this relaxing and easy tour for couples.

Was a fun day visiting Amanoiwato Shrine, Takachiho Railway and Takachiho Gorge. The best part of the tour was the Takachiho Gorge with the boat ride. And then Amanoiwato Shrine. The railway trolley experience isn’t a must as you have to keep seated and seating was a bit crowded. Wished there was more time to explore the Takachiho Gorge after the boat ride though. Overall was a great day. We had Jimmy as our guide, he’s funny and delivered great service for getting our boat ticket and railway tickets early so that we didn’t need to wait in line.

Itinerary: Nyoirin-ji Temple -> Kyushu Natural Animal Park -> Yufuin The frog decorations at Nyoirin-ji Temple are very unique, and they were also holding a wind chime festival, which was an extra highlight. However, there are a ton of mosquitoes here in the summer! Nyoirin-ji Temple is located in a rather remote area, so I probably wouldn't have come here if I wasn't on a day trip 🤣 The highlight of Kyushu Natural Animal Park is definitely the Jungle Bus. Unfortunately, the tour guide said that Jungle Bus tickets are very difficult to get, and they were already sold out early that day (we arrived around 11 am). Luckily, the tour guide took us into the natural ecological park in a tour bus, so we were still able to see the wild animals up close (although we couldn't feed them ourselves). However, the time allotted was a bit short. After getting off the tour bus, I only had time to feed the ponies and stand in line to hold the guinea pigs. I didn't have time to visit the other areas. Yufuin was more free-form, and the tour guide gave us a map and let us explore on our own. We ended up having lunch at a Japanese restaurant, where the fried chicken tempura was surprisingly delicious! However, we didn't arrive in Yufuin until almost 2 pm. If you get hungry easily, I recommend eating a hearty breakfast, or even buying some rice balls or sandwiches to eat on the bus.

Eli was a great guide, she was very helpful, had lots of information, she was very nice, friendly, great english, I have experienced other tours in the past and this was my favorite, definitely felt like a local and like going out with a friend, ahe was lovely and I fully recomend!!!!! I had an amazing time, she was also very flexible and asked if we liked the itinerary she created, amazing really!! so so happy for this experience!!

Our tour Guide name is Yoko Tateno If there was one thing I could say about her, it was that she was open, polite, and considerate individual.We really enjoyed her general company, and I gave her a 5 out of 5 star rating. Her english skill is competent. Here my thorough observation. She always 30 minutes in advance. We typically use a subway or a buses in maneuvering throughout the City depending on your schedule constraints. Fare and day card is provided. Ms.Tateno is will verse to History of Fukuoka. Please Do wear trainers or comfort shoes. The highlight of the journey was entering the Tochoji Temple's where she led dark room and having an out-of-this-world experience. I would not recommend it if you are claustrophobic. We are astounded by the elaborate sculpture design created by artisans who took only four years to complete and are meticulous in their attention to detail. Then we walk Across town to another temple discuss the various religions that mold the philosophy of Japan today. Hakata Machiya Folk Museum has a brief film presentation of Fukuoka's famed Festival. Next, we went to old and new shopping district had lunch with her. then we catch ride to another destination through subway to Ohori Park appreciated the seriousness of Ohori Park's man-made Japanese garden. Last stop visited the Sake brewery, where we had the opportunity to sample a variety of sake. Drink plenty of water to flush the sake or you'll become intoxicated. To summarize our trip is fun, entertaining and enjoyable. I really admire Ms Yoko Tateno in-depth familiarity Fukuoka. She deserves a 5 star review.

Really Enjoy the Day Tour, while going thru each places, also learning some knowledge with the tour guide. Walking thru Takachiho Gorge, seeing the place is Relaxing. Riding the Takachiho Amaterasu Railway, you can enjoy also the different views.

The itinerary was packed but not rushed, with plenty of time to explore each stop. My favorite part was definitely the zoo visit. The tour guide provided detailed explanations, and we could enjoy the scenery from the air-conditioned vehicle. It suddenly started raining heavily at Lake Kinrin as we were preparing to return, which highlighted the tour guide's attentiveness even more. He held an umbrella to pick up other tour members without umbrellas and escort them onto the bus. Absolutely fantastic!

Great walking tour with Bruce, very knowledgeable about Fukuoka. Friendly and easy going which made for an enjoyable day. Took us to some hidden gems, loved by all. Highly recommended this tour. Thanks Bruce.