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Fukuoka city 2 Day Local Eats Traditional Arts and History
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Fukuoka city 2 Day Local Eats Traditional Arts and History

2 days
Fukuoka
€454/person
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You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 72 hour(s) before the activity date (destination local time)
  • Admission to attractions
  • Experience making authentic sushi at Sushi Sanyo
  • Fukuoka Traditional Chochin Lantern or Hakata Doll Painting Experience
  • Local guide fee for the first and second days (English Guide)
  • Food stall experience fee (Local food and drink set)
  • Japanese Mother’s Cooking Class (Includes ingredients and English recipes)
  • Noh experience with an expert (English interpretation available)

Not included: Accommodation; Public transportation fee for travel within the itinerary (up to approximately 1,000 yen); Drinks for meals listed in the itinerary; Expenses not mentioned

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Overview

At Sushi Sanyo, start with a 30-minute introduction to sushi’s history, Northern Kyushu seafood, and regional soy sauce culture. Then take part in a 60-minute hands-on session, learning to prepare sushi rice, slice fresh fish, and shape nigiri under a skilled chef’s demonstration. Conclude with a 30-minutetasting to compare your sushi with the chef’s, and receive a certificate. At Kadota Lantern Shop near Nakasu-Kawabata Station, paint your own white paper lantern with artisan guidance and take it home in a special box. In the evening, enjoy a yatai mini tasting featuring gyoza, tonkotsu ramen, and a drink. On Day 2, cook seasonal washoku dishes in a 3-hour home class, then explore 650 years of Noh theater with Master Tetsuro Morimoto and step on stage to learn its refined movements.

Highlights

Master-Led Experiences: This isn't just a sightseeing tour; it's a hands-on journey. From Authentic Sushi Making to Traditional Lantern Painting, guests learn directly from local artisans.
Cooking Japanese cuisine with a local mother will surely be the highlight of my stay and a memory I'll cherish long after I return home.
The Soul of Japan (Noh Theater): A rare opportunity to step inside the Morimoto Noh Stage. This segment offers a deep dive into "Noh," Japan’s oldest performing art, which is a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage.
Scenic Exploration: Guided walks through Ohori Park and the Fukuoka Castle, Hakata Old Town and Temples and Shrines provide a refreshing balance of natural beauty and historical context, led by professional guides.

What's included

Admission to attractions
Experience making authentic sushi at Sushi Sanyo
Fukuoka Traditional Chochin Lantern or Hakata Doll Painting Experience
Local guide fee for the first and second days (English Guide)
Food stall experience fee (Local food and drink set)
Japanese Mother’s Cooking Class (Includes ingredients and English recipes)
Noh experience with an expert (English interpretation available)

What's not included

Accommodation
Public transportation fee for travel within the itinerary (up to approximately 1,000 yen)
Drinks for meals listed in the itinerary
Expenses not mentioned

Cancellation policy

  • Free cancellation with 72 hours' notice.

Additional info

Please select a participation date
Your local guide will serve your group exclusively throughout the guided portions of the experience. Please note that at venues such as yatai stalls or on public transportation, other guests may be present. For segments designed for independent exploration, the guide will not accompany you. Detailed Google Map information will be provided in advance. Kindly inform us ahead of time if you have any food allergies or dietary restrictions. Please arrive at the designated pick-up location at least 10 minutes before the scheduled time. Your guide will be waiting with a name board displaying the customer’s name and the HIS logo. Some parts of the itinerary allow free time to offer greater flexibility.
Day 1 Departure: Meet the operator at 10:50. Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. The building is located along the Nakagawa river in Nakasu. The entrance is on the right(road side) facing the front. Please take the elevator to the 3rd floor. Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded [Attraction/experience] 11:00, 2 hour(s), Guided tour, Sakanaya Sushi Sanyo, The experience begins at 11:00 AM and lasts approximately 2 hours, including a hands-on sushi-making session and your meal. [Attraction/experience] 14:00, 1 hour(s) 30 min(s), Guided tour, Kadota Chouchin-Ten, Hakata doll Hall Shogetsudo, Starts at 2:00 PM (1–1.5 hrs). Mini chochin lantern painting. If Kadota Lantern Shop is closed, a Hakata Doll Painting Experience will be arranged instead. [Attraction/experience] 16:00, 3 hour(s), Guided tour, Ohori-koen, Guided walking tour (3.5 km, 60 mins). Stops: Ohori Park (30 mins), Fukuoka Castle Ruins (30 mins), and Noda Coffee (60 mins). Enjoy a relaxing break with coffee or tea at a long-loved local café. [Attraction/experience] 19:00, 1 hour(s), Guided tour, Nakasu Yatai Yokocho, Discover Fukuoka’s iconic evening culture at a traditional yatai food stall. Enjoy an exclusive mini tasting, then continue yatai-hopping if you’d like to explore more. Day 2 [Attraction/experience] 08:30, 2 hour(s), Guided tour, Fukuoka City Tourist Information Center Hakata Station, Meet your guide at Fukuoka City Tourist Information Center (Hakata Station). Tour starts 8:30 AM (2 hrs), 2.5 km, 30 mins walk. Visit Shofukuji, Tochoji, Mochikichi, and Kushida Shrine. Each 20 mins [Attraction/experience] 10:50, 3 hour(s), Guided tour, Host Mother at Befu Station, Join a friendly local mother in Fukuoka for a 3-hour hands-on home cooking class. Learn about fresh local ingredients and prepare classic washoku dishes in a cozy kitchen with personal guidance. [Attraction/experience] 14:30, 1 hour(s), Guided tour, Morimoto Noh theater stage, Discover 650 years of Noh. Guided by Master Tetsuro Morimoto, learn its history, watch a performance, and step on stage to practice its elegant movements and etiquette. [Return] 16:00, at hakata station, Day {num}
This activity has no age limit Children aged 6+ will be charged the same rate as adults
The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)

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