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Kitakyushu One-Day Tour: Karato Market / Mojiko & Motonosumi Shrine & Sarakurayama Cable Car (Departing from Fukuoka)
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Kitakyushu One-Day Tour: Karato Market / Mojiko & Motonosumi Shrine & Sarakurayama Cable Car (Departing from Fukuoka)

10 hours
Fukuoka Prefecture
€39.83/person
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Prices for Sat 14 Nov

You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hour(s) before the activity date (destination local time)
  • English / Chinese-speaking guide
  • Round-trip transfers to and from the meet up location
  • Toll fees
  • Parking fees
  • Fuel fees

Not included: Admission to Mt. Sarakura Cable Car 1230 Yen; Meals and beverages; Other personal expenses; Insurance

Ticket: Voucher type - Present your mobile voucher

Overview

Motonosumi Shrine Visiting Hours: From March 1st, the main hall of the shrine will be closed for worship on Saturdays, Sundays, Japanese national holidays, and from May 2nd to 10th, and August 8th to 16th. The red torii gate area along the coast can be visited as usual. This is a one-day itinerary that combines "sea views + gourmet food + shrines + night views." Starting from Hakata, you can easily visit popular attractions in Yamaguchi and Kitakyushu. With a dedicated car for the entire trip, there's no need for transfers, making the journey more hassle-free. In the morning, you'll pass by the Kanmon Bridge for a car tour. The bridge view spanning the strait, coupled with passing ships, creates a vast and open scene. Afterwards, you'll arrive at Karato Market for free activities. This market gathers various fresh seafood and sushi, allowing you to browse and eat as you please, choosing according to your preferences. It's a relaxed and engaging stop in the day's itinerary. In the afternoon, head to Motonosumi Shrine. The red torii gates lined along the coast extend all the way to the cliff edge, creating a strong visual impact. It offers both great photo opportunities and sea views, with ample time to stroll and take in the sights. In the evening, return to Kitakyushu and ascend Mount Sarakura. Take the cable car up the mountain, and from dusk until nightfall, witness the city lights gradually illuminating, overlooking the entire night view. This is the highlight and perfect ending to the entire route. Note: Sunset times vary with the season. Both the sunset and night view are equally spectacular, and we look forward to your visit! The overall pace is comfortable, not rushed or tiring. You can enjoy local specialties and capture iconic scenery, making it suitable for first-time visitors to this area who wish to efficiently visit multiple classic attractions in one day. ⚠️ Travel Notice August 8th to August 16th is the Obon holiday travel peak in Japan, which may lead to traffic congestion, large crowds, attractions closing early, or itinerary adjustments. Please do not book dinner, flights, or Shinkansen for that day, and it is recommended to bring a power bank. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!

Highlights

Depart late, get enough sleep, ensure you see the night view from Mt. Sarakura, and check off one of Japan's New Three Great Night Views.
Stroll leisurely through the old streets of Mojiko, enjoying the European-style retro architecture and port scenery.
Walk through the red torii gates of Motonosumi Shrine, which extend all the way to the sea, making it convenient for photos and check-ins.
In the evening, take the cable car to the summit of Mt. Sarakura to watch the summer sunset or night view, with a particularly expansive vista.
Enjoy direct private car transfers to all attractions, avoiding transfers and making the trip easy and worry-free.
Combine photography, delicious food, and scenic views at a comfortable pace, perfect for a leisurely experience.

What's included

English / Chinese-speaking guide
Round-trip transfers to and from the meet up location
Toll fees
Parking fees
Fuel fees

What's not included

Admission to Mt. Sarakura Cable Car 1230 Yen
Meals and beverages
Other personal expenses
Insurance

Cancellation policy

  • Free cancellation with 24 hours' notice.

Additional info

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Pre-trip Notification Between 17:00 and 21:00 the day before departure, we will contact you using the contact information you provided. If you do not receive a message, please check your email. Emails may sometimes go into the spam folder. During peak travel seasons, email delivery may be slightly delayed. If you receive multiple emails, please refer to the latest one. If you do not receive travel information, please arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before the scheduled meeting time on the day of departure and look for the JRT tour guide flag to inquire. Thank you for your patience and cooperation. If the number of participants does not meet the minimum group size, you will be notified of cancellation by email the day before departure. In case of extreme weather such as typhoons or blizzards, cancellation will be confirmed by 18:00 local time the day before departure and notified by email. Seats and Vehicles The itinerary is a shared tour, and seat allocation follows a first-come, first-served principle. If you have special requests, please note them, and we will do our best to arrange them, but the final arrangement will be subject to the on-site situation. The vehicle model will be arranged according to the number of participants and cannot be specified. For smaller groups, a driver who also serves as an attendant may be arranged, and the commentary content will be relatively brief. If you need to carry luggage, please inform us in advance. If you carry luggage without authorization, the tour guide has the right to refuse boarding, and no refund will be given. Eating and drinking are prohibited inside the vehicle. If any damage is caused, compensation will be required according to local standards. Itinerary Adjustments and Safety Japanese law stipulates that commercial vehicles may not be driven for more than 10 hours per day. Overtime will incur additional charges (ranging from 5,000 to 10,000 JPY per hour). The itinerary is for reference only. Actual traffic, stopovers, and sightseeing times may be adjusted due to weather, traffic jams, facility maintenance, and other circumstances. The tour guide may reasonably change or reduce attractions based on actual conditions. If cable cars, boats, or other facilities are suspended due to weather or force majeure, the itinerary will be changed to other attractions or the stopover time will be adjusted. No refunds will be given for late arrivals due to personal reasons, temporary changes to the meeting point, or leaving the group midway. Any accidents or additional expenses incurred after leaving the group must be borne by the individual. Season and Scenery Mount Fuji's visibility is highly affected by weather, especially lower in summer. It is recommended to check weather information before booking. Seasonal activities such as flower viewing, autumn foliage viewing, snowscapes, and fireworks festivals are greatly affected by climate. The blooming period and peak autumn foliage may be earlier or later. Even if the expected scenery is not met, the tour will still depart as scheduled, and no refunds will be given. Other Notes Please arrive at the meeting point on time. No waiting for latecomers, and no joining midway. It is recommended to wear light clothing and shoes. For winter or mountain itineraries, please bring your own warm clothing. The itinerary does not include personal travel and accident insurance. It is recommended to purchase your own insurance. Outdoor activities and high-risk sports carry certain risks. Travelers are advised to register cautiously based on their health conditions. If the itinerary is forced to be canceled after departure due to natural disasters or force majeure, no refund will be given, and travelers will be responsible for their own return or additional accommodation costs. During Japanese public holidays and weekend peak travel times, there are often severe traffic jams or early closures of attractions. It is recommended not to book flights, Shinkansen, or dinner for that evening, and to bring light meals and a power bank.
Departure: Meet the operator at 12:00. Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. May 1st to September 30th, departure time 12:00 October 1st to April 30th, departure time 10:00. Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded. Please arrive at the location 10 mins before the departure time [Attraction/experience] 13:15, 10 min(s), Self-guided, Golden Gate Bridge (drive-by view), Kanmon Bridge (view from the car), connecting Honshu and Kyushu. It's more intuitive to view it from the seaside. The bridge spans the strait, and there are many ships coming and going, making the overall scene quite expansive. [Attraction/experience] 13:30, 1 hour(s), Self-guided, Moji Port, Mojiko is a tourist area famous for its retro port style, preserving many modern Western-style buildings. The entire district presents a strong historical atmosphere and port cultural characteristics. It was once an important window for foreign trade, and the architectural layout and urban landscape of that time can still be seen today. [Attraction/experience] 16:00, 1 hour(s), Self-guided, Motonosumi Inari Shrine, It was selected by CNN as one of "Japan's 31 Most Beautiful Landscapes"; the offering box here is also innovative and unique; there is also a torii tunnel, stepping into which is like being in a fairyland. After climbing the slope, looking back, you will see the blue sea and red torii complementing each other, which is very moving. [Attraction/experience] 17:30, 1 hour(s) 30 min(s), Self-guided, Mount Sarakura, Mount Sarakura is one of Japan's New Three Great Night Views (a ten-billion-dollar night view). It requires two stages to ascend the mountain: a mountain cable car and a suspended slope car. Dusk to night is the best time for photography (cable car ticket 1230 JPY not included, self-paid). If the Mount Sarakura cable car is out of service, the itinerary will be changed to Akama Shrine or Kokura Castle. [Return] 22:30, at [Lawson Fukuoka Oriental Hotel,]() Traffic conditions are unpredictable. To avoid losses, please do not book Shinkansen/flights/dinner, etc. Thank you for your understanding. Day {num}
Free for children aged 0-2 as long as they will not occupy separate seats Participants must be aged under 70 to take part in this activity
Accessibility Child seats are not available Vehicle & luggage info Luggage storage and delivery services are not provided
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