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Explore Fukuoka in Half a Day History Culture and City Life
Fukuoka, Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan
$244
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
This half-day tour introduces Fukuoka’s cultural heart through its temples, traditions, and city landmarks. Begin at Tochoji Temple, home to one of Japan’s largest wooden Buddhas, then explore the Hakata Machiya Folk Museum to glimpse daily life and crafts of old Hakata. Continue to Kushida Shrine, famed for the lively Hakata Gion Yamakasa festival, before finishing at the elegant Red Brick Culture Center, a symbol of Fukuoka’s modernization. With a balance of history, local culture, and architectural beauty, this tour is perfect for travelers who want to discover Fukuoka in just a few hours.
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
Explore Fukuoka in Half a Day History Culture and City Life
Pickup included
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 3 hours
The experience offers several options, check yours above
- National Licensed English Speaking Guide. Please let us know if you prefer any other languages.
- Hotel or Port Pickup
- Admission Fee
- Public Transportation fee
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Tochoji TempleFounded in the early 9th century by the Buddhist monk Kukai, Tochoji is one of Fukuoka’s most important temples. Visitors can admire its striking five-story pagoda and explore the main hall that houses a massive wooden Buddha statue, one of the largest seated wooden Buddhas in Japan. The temple grounds offer a calm space in the city, blending history, art, and spirituality, and it is an ideal place to start your discovery of Fukuoka’s cultural heritage.
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Kushida ShrineKushida Shrine is known as the guardian shrine of Hakata and is deeply tied to the city’s traditions, including the famous Hakata Gion Yamakasa festival. Within its grounds, you can see beautifully decorated festival floats on display year-round, ornate wooden carvings, and a sacred ginkgo tree said to be more than a thousand years old. This shrine offers a glimpse into the spiritual life and enduring traditions of the local people.
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The Hakata Machiya Hometown Museum offers an engaging look into the daily life and traditions of Fukuoka during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Housed in restored merchant townhouses, the museum showcases crafts such as Hakata-ori textiles and traditional dolls, along with exhibits on festivals and local culture. Visitors can step inside recreated living spaces, see artisans at work, and experience the atmosphere of old Hakata. This stop provides an authentic cultural encounter that complements the temples and shrines nearby.
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The Fukuoka Red Brick Culture Center, built in 1909, is a Western-style architectural gem in the heart of Tenjin. Originally a bank, the building now serves as a cultural landmark, showcasing elegant brickwork and Renaissance-style design. It offers a glimpse into Fukuoka’s modernization era and provides excellent photo opportunities against its striking red-brick façade.
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Explore Fukuoka in Half a Day History Culture and City Life
Fukuoka, Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan
$244
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!