Traditional Japanese temple with stone lanterns, surrounded by green trees and a paved pathway leading to the entrance during daytime.

Itinerary

Two nights, three days Fukuoka mini tour

A city where you can enjoy historical cultural assets and abundant gourmet food, Fukuoka.

While touring classic spots like Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine and Nanzo-in Temple, visitors can also explore local snacks off the beaten path and enjoy horseback riding in the rich natural landscapes. Indulge in popular ramen from food stalls, savor fresh seafood, and experience a wide range of gourmet delights.

Highlights

  • Explore Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine, make a stop at Lala Port Fukuoka, and for dinner, enjoy Hakata-style squid dishes around the Hakata and Tenjin area.

  • After viewing the enormous Daibutsu (Great Buddha) at Nanzo-in Temple, take a stroll through a less frequented shopping street, have dinner at Nagahama Yatai Street, and enjoy some local drinks at a neighborhood snack bar.

  • Experience horseback riding at a nature-rich equestrian club, then savor fresh sushi at a restaurant with a view of the sea.

Day1

10:00 Dazaifu Tenmangu

Traditional Japanese temple entrance with red wooden gates, lanterns, and a crowd of visitors inside a temple complex.
A traditional Japanese sweet bun on a paper napkin, a ceramic bowl, and a round wooden tray on a red tablecloth, with a blurred outdoor garden background.
Two servings of dessert with strawberries, cream, and cake in paper trays held by hands with purple nail polish in a crowded setting.
A traditional Japanese shrine with red wooden structures, surrounded by lush green trees, and a bed of colorful violet, pink, purple, white, and blue hydrangeas in the foreground.

Dazaifu Tenmangu, located in Fukuoka Prefecture, is a shrine built on the site of the grave of Michizane, who is deified as Tenjin-sama, or the kami of scholarship.

The precinct contains two ponds, an arched bridge, a treasure house, and the cypress-bark-roof main hall which was reconstructed in 1591 and registered as an Important Cultural Property.

It is also popular as a famous plum blossom spot, where visitors can enjoy the changing natural scenery throughout the four seasons.

Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine is dotted with many gourmet food and sweets stores along the approach. Try the popular Umegae mochi (rice cake), Mentaichazuke (hot green tea with rice cake), and Monaka (sweet bean-jam cake).

LaLaport FUKUOKA is a large shopping mall located in Hakata Ward, Fukuoka City, with over 200 stores. It offers a wide range of local and international brands, fashion, goods, restaurants, and entertainment facilities. Visitors can enjoy various cuisines in the dining area, which is bustling with restaurants. Additionally, there are movie theaters and amusement facilities, making it a great place for families and friends to spend quality time together. Moreover, it is easily accessible by public transportation such as the subway and buses, allowing access from various parts of Fukuoka City.

Exterior of LaLaPort shopping mall building with the sign on the upper part of the structure

14:00 LaLaport FUKUOKA

18:00 Eating squid dishes from Yobuko around Hakata, Tenjin area

Raw squid presented on a wooden board with accompaniments including wasabi, garnishes, and a bamboo tray of sashimi slices on a decorative tray.

For dinner, let's eat Yobuko squid dishes in Hakata and Tenjin area. Yobuko is a town in Karatsu City, Saga Prefecture. Yobuko has long flourished as a good natural harbour and is known as the 'town of squid'. You can eat fresh Yobuko squid in a number of restaurants in Fukuoka. The fresh squid is clear, has a good texture and a melt-in-your-mouth sweetness, making it the most delicious squid you can eat.

Day2

11:30 Nanzoin

A large reclining Buddha statue with a serene face, surrounded by numerous small statues and a lush green hillside in the background.
Large sculpture of two green hands with gold decorative symbols, sitting outdoors near a modern concrete building with glass windows.
Purple fabric banner with white symbols and Japanese characters hanging above a temple entrance.
A bronze statue of a rotund, smiling monk holding a staff and a small object, standing on a stone pedestal near a stone staircase at a temple. There are people ascending the stairs on the left. To the right of the statue, a sign with Japanese characters is mounted on a stone pillar, indicating the temple's name. The surroundings include rocks, moss, trees, and greenery.

Nanzoin is a temple located in Fukuoka Prefecture, serving as the head temple of the Shingon sect of Buddhism in the Shinroku Shikoku pilgrimage, one of the 88 sacred places.

Established in 1995, the Shaka Nehan-zo (Shakyamuni Nirvana Statue) stands at a colossal 41 meters in length, 11 meters in height, and weighing 300 tons, making it one of the world's largest bronze statues.

Thanks to the enthusiastic preaching of the head priest and the dedication of the local community, it is now considered one of Japan's Three Great New Shikoku Pilgrimages.

The spacious grounds offer numerous attractions, making it a spot where visitors may want to take their time exploring.

Consisting of a main hall and a Daishi hall, the temple also features the Fudo waterfall, with a drop of 7 meters, serving as a place for spiritual training.

14:00～17:00 Free Time

Have lunch, buy souvenirs and spend time freely. There are many places in Fukuoka City where you can have fun even in a short time, such as shrines, large parks and shopping malls.

17:00 Nishijin Shopping Street

A busy outdoor street market with vendors selling fruits, vegetables, and flowers, with people shopping and walking under banners and signs in Japanese and Chinese.

Nishijin Shopping Street is one of the most famous shopping streets in Fukuoka Prefecture. It is a town with a diverse population, including locals, students and families, so it is a hole in the city that is not visited by many tourists. Nishijin Shopping Street is 1.5 km long and consists of seven shopping streets with nearly 300 shops.

In the Nishijin Shopping Arcade, you can enjoy a variety of gourmet foods, including fresh vegetables, fish and other groceries, as well as many old-fashioned coffee shops and restaurants.

18:00 Nagahama Yatai Street

A bowl of ramen with sliced pork, green onions, pickled ginger, sesame seeds, and a side of soft-boiled eggs.

Have dinner at your leisure in Nagahama Yatai Street. The good thing about Nagahama Yatai Street is that you can taste Fukuoka delicacies such as ramen and yakitori all at once. Enjoy the atmosphere of a yatai stall while sipping beer or sake. And be sure to mingle with the locals. Nagahama Yatai Street is lit up at night and offers a beautiful night view.

20:00 The local snack bar

Bartender pouring a drink into a glass at a bar with warm ambient lighting and a lantern on the bar counter.

Let's go to a snack bar in Fukuoka that isn't frequented by tourists. While enjoying delicious drinks, we might have various conversations with the staff and regular locals.

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Day3

11:00 Canadian Camp Riding Club

Group of people riding horses on a sunny day at a horse riding arena.

Canadian Camp Riding Club is a facility located in Munakata City, Fukuoka Prefecture. The club boasts experienced instructors and guides, ensuring safe and enjoyable horse riding experiences.

From beginners to experienced riders, individuals of various skill levels can enjoy horse riding at this club. They offer lessons and trail rides tailored to both individuals and groups.

Furthermore, the facility is situated in a naturally rich area, allowing riders to enjoy horseback riding amidst beautiful scenery. Riding in nature, surrounded by forests, lakes, and mountains, offers a profoundly relaxing experience.

In addition to horseback riding, a variety of outdoor activities such as camping, trail hiking, and wildlife watching are also available for visitors to enjoy.

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12:30 Sushi lunch at a restaurant with a view of the sea

Assorted sushi pieces including salmon, tuna, yellowtail, squid, shrimp, and eel, arranged on a wooden platter with green leaves.

Let's enjoy fresh sushi at a restaurant with a view of the sea for lunch.

Located on the Nagatsugun Okagimachi Hatsukai Coast, "Budou no Ki" offers seasonal fish caught directly from the nearby sea, skillfully crafted by experienced artisans. At lunchtime, you can sit at the counter with an ocean view. Enjoy a delicious sushi course while gazing at the sea right in front of you.

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＊The places listed in this tour are just examples, and they can be changed according to your preferences. There might also be some flexibility with the timing.

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