Fukuoka

Course 1

• Nakasu Cruise

  

  Nakasu Cruise is a sightseeing cruise along the Naka River, centering on Nakasu, the downtown area of Fukuoka. Beautiful night views along the river and.

• Doll making experience

  

  Hakata dolls are a traditional craft from Hakata Ward, Fukuoka City, and are characterized by their elaborate handcraftsmanship and rich historical culture. By participating in a hands-on experience of making Hakata dolls, you will not only experience the production process firsthand, but also gain a deeper understanding of the appeal of this traditional art form.

• Kushida Shrine

  

  Kushida Shrine is the center of faith in Hakata and is known as the starting point of “Hakata Gion Yamakasa,” the largest festival in Fukuoka, held every July. Of all the festivals, the “Oishi Yamakasa” on July 15 is the most spectacular highlight, marking the climax of the festival. Within the shrine grounds, visitors can see a permanent display of the gorgeous decorative Yamakasa floats, which are usually only open to the public during the Gion Festival, and the symbol of Kushida Shrine, a large ginkgo tree that is over 1,000 years old.

• Canal City Hakata

  

  Hakata Canal City is a large-scale commercial complex located in Hakata Ward, Fukuoka City, and is one of Fukuoka's representative landmarks. Often referred to as “a city within a city,” the complex combines shopping, entertainment, dining, and leisure for the enjoyment of visitors of all ages.

Course 2

• Ichiran Forest Factory Tour

  

  Located on the Itoshima Peninsula in the western part of Fukuoka Prefecture, the manufacturing site, which has a vast land area equivalent to two Tokyo Domes (about 28,000 tsubo), has been named "Ichiran-no Mori. The Itoshima Peninsula is surrounded by a rich natural environment where one can experience firsthand the bounty of nature in the form of water, air, soil, and trees.

• Totoro Forest

  

  Totoro no Mori“ is a forested area on Itoshima Island, known for Hayao Miyazaki's classic animated film ”My Neighbor Totoro. The forest is said to be one of the sources of inspiration for Miyazaki's creation of “Totoro,” making it a very attractive spot for fans of the film and nature lovers.

• Couple Rock

  

  Fukuoka's “Itoshima Married Couple Rocks” is a famous rock combination located on the Sakurai Futamigahama Beach in Itoshima, Fukuoka Prefecture. Like the Married Couple Rocks in Ise City, Mie Prefecture, they symbolize marital bliss and the strength of the bond of marriage.

• Tenjin area

  

  The Tenjin area is known as Fukuoka's “royal shopping course,” and is home to a wide variety of stores, from top brand-name stores in Japan and abroad to department stores, fashion buildings, and large electronics retailers that sell a wide range of popular Japanese-made products. In addition, there is a shopping district where you can find everything from traditional Fukuoka crafts to daily necessities, making it an efficient place to enjoy shopping even during a short stay in Fukuoka.