Tours With Locals In Fukuoka

Tailoring each experience to your wishes by locals who love their city

Top Fukuoka tours & experiences

From exploring cool neighborhoods to eating with the locals to seeing iconic sites, these are some of our favorite experiences

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The best Fukuoka private tours & experiences with locals

Japan’s high-octane “startup city” by the sea is one of the coolest places in the country. You could whip out your GPS and guidebook and move between must-see attractions like shrines and skyscrapers – or you could do something a little different. Our tours with locals in Fukuoka recreate the experience of seeing a new city with a friend who calls it home, giving you not only the top attractions but also the places only locals know and love. Discover the city’s creative coffee culture (ever heard of the “flannel drip” method?), colorful festivals, and a street food scene that’s out of this world. And you’ll do it all with a brand-new friend on our tours with locals in Fukuoka.

Meet some of our Fukuoka local hosts

Sumire

Fukuoka

Fun and knowledgeable Fukuoka local host with expert knowledge of the city's streets and historical landmarks, perfect for those looking to delve into the city's rich cultural heritage.

Taiyo

Fukuoka

Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Fukuoka with Taiyo, your friendly local who combines a love for food and the city's lively scene to create an unforgettable experience.

See Fukuoka with a friend

If you’ve done your research, you’ll know that Fukuoka is filled with incredible things to see and do on its well-trodden tourist trail. But on tours with locals in Fukuoka, you have a local guide to take the reins – and that means you’ll be seeing the city from a different perspective. Our Fukuoka tours with locals don’t stick to the main sights. Your host will give you the perfect mix of must-sees, secret local haunts, and landmarks that haven’t made it into your guidebook, like a shop selling intricate dollhouse furniture or a tranquil Japanese garden far away from the downtown crowds.

Tours tailored to you

In a city that’s equal parts traditional and futuristic, fast-paced and relaxed, every traveler’s ideal itinerary will look a little different. That’s why we don’t take a one-size-fits-all approach to our Fukuoka tours with locals – all our experiences are 100% personalized to the people who travel with us. Our local insiders will learn about your personality and passions to craft an experience with your name on it. On tours with locals in Fukuoka, we’ll give you exactly what you want, whether ancient architecture, stunning temples, neon-lit nightlife, or tasty Tonkotsu ramen!

A range of tours with locals

Do you want to move up and down the snaking street food stalls along Naka River, tasting charred chicken and rich ramen on food tours with locals in Fukuoka? Or would you prefer a night tour, jam-packed with drinking, dining, and dancing along the downtown area’s LED-screen-lined backstreets? It doesn’t matter what you want to see or do – our range of tours with locals in Fukuoka has something for absolutely everyone. Get a quick crash course in navigating the city, spend a full day exploring its most iconic sights, or get a feel for family-friendly Fukuoka – the choice is yours!

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Latest reviews from our guests

The trip was completely customisable and Eli (our guide) was amazing. She put together all the things that we wanted to do while explaining the Japanese culture and art forms. It was an enriching afternoon and we enjoyed visiting temples, shrines, besides trying our hand at doll making. We also found an amazing vegetarian place to have lunch. Thank you Eli for the great experience

April 2025

Sindhu R
April 2025

Luigia L
Eli was awesome. She helped us understand Japanese culture and practices and let us enjoy the day at our pace and in the manner in which we wanted. She also helped us find good vegetarian food

April 2025

Sindhu R
Eli made the tour fun and personal giving multiple suggestions of her favorite places and showing us both the bright lights and hidden gems of Fukuoka. She made an in depth schedule and was able to change it on the fly depending on our interests. My wife and I laughed constantly throughout the tour with Eli which made the experience completely worth it. Felt like hanging with a friend.

April 2025

Nathan M