Fukuoka
Kickstart Fukuoka: a three-hour crash course
City Essentials: First Day • 3 hours
5.0
(130)
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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Empy
Jul 2025
We had a three hour tour with family (children included) around Fukuoka. Our guide Luis was amazing - so knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. Luis enriched our experience and helped us plan the rest of our trip, we definitely had a much better understanding of the city and what it had to offer because of his expertise. A huge thanks Luis for an unforgettable Fukuoka adventure!
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Empy
Jul 2025
Luis really made the tour special - what a great guide and host. Luis tailored the itinerary and stops to suit the varying needs of our group, and he was so kind and generous with his time. We thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Thanks so much!
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Vincenzo
Jul 2025
Mike was very helpful in his answers to my questions about the city, and really made an effort to point me to the underrated places pertaining to food, which is exactly what I wanted. He also made the tour engaging by giving me interesting context about how the history of the city is reflected in the modern day in terms of architecture, businesses and tradition.
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Heidi
Jun 2025
Sumire did a great job of working with us in very hot weather to make sure we had a good time, saw a number of sites but also stayed cool. And my kids really loved the shopping! Thanks!
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Brian Yulo
Jun 2025
Luis is a treasure. Great resource to understand Fukuoka and Hakata Culture. Bridging history, culture and the modern history of the city. Great walking tour which speaks to the soul of the place.
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Cynthia
Jun 2025
Good introduction to Fukuoka.
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