Fukuoka
Kickstart Fukuoka: a three-hour crash course
City Essentials: First Day • 3 hours
5.0
(119)
Kickstart Fukuoka: a three-hour crash course
Kickstart your Fukuoka adventure with local insights, shortlist the best yatai stands, and learn to navigate the city like a pro.
What makes this experience special
Key highlights
- Familiarize yourself with the best ways to navigate Fukuoka with help from a local host
- Discover the heart of the city and its famous central neighborhoods
- Try delicious Japanese snacks from Fukuoka’s yatai street food stands
- Hop on the subway to discover Fukuoka’s traditional side in Nishijin
- Have a helpful host on hand to share tips and recommendations for the rest of your trip
What to know before you go
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
3 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
What’s included
Private and personalized experience
3 hours with a Host
Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)
What’s not included
Food and drink
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs
Gratuities (optional)
Meeting point
Tully's Coffee - The host will be waiting in front of main door, in Hakata KITTE ground level.Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experienceWhat to bring
- We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
- Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.
How your day could unfold
A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you mostWhat you’ll do
Set your trip up for success with a three-hour crash course in Fukuoka, from navigating the transport systems to learning the distinct character of each district. You’ll be guided between crowded hubs and laid-back local haunts (with a quick pitstop for a flannel drip coffee at one of the many hipster cafes). See the ultra-modern, LED-lit stomping grounds of the city’s trendy twenty-something crowd, and get a taste of traditional Japan while jostling through Nagahamasengyo Market. Learn the inner workings of the subway system as you head to historical shopping district, Nishijin – and, if the time is right, grab a bite from one of Fukuoka’s famous yatai street food carts, or slurp down tonkotsu ramen in the city that invented it.
1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?
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What travelers think of this experience
Bryce
May 2025
We really enjoyed our tour experience with Mark, he provided a tour that was ideal for the way we like to explore and things that interest us. Thanks for a great afternoon Mark, we wish you all the best for you and your family.
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Martin
May 2025
Johnni
Apr 2025
It was a bit difficult to find the guide as we were supposed to meet at the huge Hakata station. But we managed and the guided tour through the streets of Fukuoka was marked by professional competence and good places outside the usual tourist spots. The guide could tell us a lot about the places we visited and was very pleasant company. A really good tour that can definitely be recommended.
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Johnni
Apr 2025
The trip through the streets of Fukuoka and secret free space was exactly what we had been looking for. We were led around to different places that were not crowded with tourists and found places we would never have found on our own. A really rewarding and complete trip, with a pleasant and competent guide. Luis was the perfect guide.
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Glenn
Mar 2025
Our Private Tour with Eli was excellent. From the moment we met in our hotel lobby she made us feel comfortable and confident we would have a wonderful experience. We had a mostly walking tour and visited several historic sites, local shopping areas and beautiful landscaped parks in Fukuoka.
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Stacey
Apr 2025
She had knowledge of a range of topics, a good sense of humour, and was very flexible.
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