Fukuoka City: Explore 2 Days of Local Cuisine, Arts & Heritage

Sushi-Making Experience at Sushi Sanyo

Explanation Session (30 mins): Immerse yourself in the fascinating history of sushi. Discover its cultural significance, the fresh seafood sourced from Northern Kyushu, and the intriguing regional variations in soy sauce.

Practical Session (60 mins): Participate in the complete sushi-making experience as you watch a skilled chef perform a live demonstration. You will engage in preparing the shari (sushi rice), slicing fish, and shaping nigiri, making this a standout moment of the program where you can learn specialized techniques up close.

Tasting Session (30 mins): Sample and compare your own sushi creations with those made by the chef to appreciate the differences in technique. The workshop concludes with a special souvenir and a certificate of completion for you to take home.

Chochin Lantern Painting

Engage in traditional Japanese lantern painting at Kadota Lantern Shop, conveniently located near Nakasu-Kawabata Station in Fukuoka. With the assistance of talented artisans, you will create your own unique design on a prepared white paper lantern using brushes and colors. This interactive workshop is suitable for participants of all ages, from kids to adults. Once completed, your lantern will be packaged in a special box for you to keep as a memorable souvenir.

Fukuoka Yatai (Food Stall)

Experience the vibrant evening atmosphere of Fukuoka at a classic Yatai (food stall)! Relish a special "mini-tasting" exclusive to our tour. If you enjoy the cozy environment, feel free to continue exploring more Yatai!

Sample Menu: Half-size chewy Gyoza, Half-size Chef's pick, Half-size Tonkotsu Ramen, & 1 drink.

Japanese Mother’s Cooking Class

Discover authentic Japanese home cooking in Fukuoka with a friendly local mother during this interactive, 3-hour class. You will learn about fresh local ingredients and essential Japanese cooking elements. Step into a welcoming home kitchen, where you will prepare a variety of classic washoku (traditional Japanese) dishes with the personalized assistance of your host.

Noh Experience

Explore the rich 650-year heritage of Noh, Japan’s renowned traditional theater from the Muromachi period. Under the guidance of Master Tetsuro Morimoto—a designated Preserver of Important Intangible Cultural Property of the esteemed Kanze School—this lesson provides a unique opportunity to hear its narratives, observe its elegance, and finally step onto the stage to experience its revered etiquette in person.

Information about tour

Place of departure and destination: From Fukuoka to Fukuoka

Number of days of travel: 2 Day

Means of transportation: Subway and Local bus, On foot

Name of bus company: N/A

Meal(s): Lunch (Sushi Making, Japanese Mother Cooking) and Dinner (Yatai)

Minimum number of passengers to operate: 1

Number of GUIDE: 1 (Walking Guide)

Tour Operator Information

Company Name: H.I.S. Co., Ltd.

Department Name: Inbound Travel Sales Division DMC Department Kyushu Group Northern Kyushu Team

Address: Tenjin-heiwa Building 8F 1-14-4 Tenjin, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka, JAPAN, 810-0001

Tel: +81-050-1742-3921

Registration No.: No. 724 by the Commissioner of Japan Tourism Agency

Membership: Full Member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)

Contact Information

Department Name: Inbound Travel Sales Division DMC Department Kyushu Group Northern Kyushu Team

Address: Tenjin-heiwa Building 8F 1-14-4 Tenjin, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka, JAPAN, 810-0001

Tel: +81-050-1742-3921

Opening hour: 10:00~18:00

(Closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays)

General Travel Services Manager: Yuichiro Oku

*The Tour Operations Manager handles transactions related to your travel at the sales office managing your arrangements. If you have questions or concerns regarding the information provided by the staff about this travel contract, please feel free to reach out to the aforementioned Tour Operations Manager.

Please read and understand the Terms and conditions below.

• Travel Terms and Conditions: Domestic Package Tours
• Travel Agency Terms and Conditions: Section of Package Tour Contract

Highlights

• Master-Led Experiences: This experience goes beyond mere sightseeing; it is an interactive adventure. Guests will engage in activities such as Authentic Sushi Making and Traditional Lantern Painting, learning from local artisans directly.
• The Soul of Japan (Noh Theater): An exclusive chance to enter the Morimoto Noh Stage. This part of the tour offers an in-depth exploration of "Noh," the oldest form of performing art in Japan, recognized as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage.
• Scenic Exploration: Enjoy guided strolls through Ohori Park and the Fukuoka Castle Ruins, presenting a delightful mix of natural scenery and historical significance, all led by experienced guides.

Itinerary

• Please kindly arrange your own accommodation for your stay.
• Meet at Sushi Sanyo (Heisuke Fukkodo Building 3F) Experience starts at 11:00 (duration: 2 hours) Sushi Making Experience + meal included
• Meet at Kadota Chochin Shop (Kawabata Street Shopping District, near Nakasu-Kawabata Station) Experience start at 2:00 PM. (duration 1 to 1.5 hours) Mini Chochin Lantern Painting Experience...
• Alternative) Hakata Doll Hall Shogetsudo Hakata Doll Painting Experience (approximately 1 to 1.5 hour) Note: If Kadota Lantern Shop is closed, this will be replaced with a Hakata Doll Painting Experience.
• Meet with Local Guide at Ohori Park Station (Ticket Gate) Guided walking tour starts at 4pm (duration: 3 hours)
• Walking tour with a local guide Total distance: 3.5 km, approximately 60 minutes Stops: Ohori Park (30 minutes), Fukuoka Castle Ruins (30 minutes), Noda Coffee (60 minutes)
• In Fukuoka, there are lots of nice coffee shops that have been popular for a long time. We will visit one of them and have a break with a cup of tasty coffee. You can also order other drink like tea.
• Fukuoka Famous Enjoy the food stalls. A trial set will be provided (duration: 60 minutes)
• Day. 1 Finish / Disband on site ** Hopping around to other Yatai might be fun too.
• Please kindly arrange your own accommodation for your stay.
• Meet with Local Guide at Fukuoka City Tourist Information Center (Hakata Station) Guided walking tour starts at 8:30 A.M. (duration 2 hours)
• Walking tour with a local guide Total distance: 2.5 km, approximately 40 minutes Shofukuji Temple (20 minutes) Tochoji Temple (20 minutes) Mochikichi (20 minutes) Kushida Shrine (20 minutes)
• The guided tour will conclude at the ticket gates of Kushidajinja-mae Station. Afterwards, please make your own way to Befu Station on the Nanakuma Line. The ride takes approximately 13 minutes (stopping at 7 stations).
• Meet with Host Mother at Befu Station Japanese Mother’s Cooking Class Experience (duration: 3 hours) 11:15 am / Cooking at instructor’s house 1:15 pm / We eat what we cook! 2:00 pm / End
• **The Standard Washoku Course** Includes Japanese rice, Miso soup Teriyaki chicken Dashi-maki tamago (Japanese rolled omelet), Tempura Accompanied by Japanese green tea, sweets, and fruit.
• Morimoto Noh Stage Authentic Noh Theater Experience with Interpretation guide included (duration 60 minutes)
• Disband at Hakata Station

Price Details

Included

• Experience fees
• Food
• English guide
• Experience making authentic sushi at Sushi Sanyo
• Fukuoka Traditional Chochin Lantern 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

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

Important Information

Please be at pick up point 10 minutes before pick up time.

The guide will wait having a name board with our customer's name and the HIS logo.(some parts of the itinerary are designed for independent exploration to give you more flexibility)

Purchase Notice

Reservations are available for groups of 2 to 4 people.

Your local guide will be dedicated exclusively to your group.

Please note that some areas, such as food stalls and public transportation, may involve interaction with other guests.

While the guide will not accompany you during certain parts of the itinerary, we will send you a Google Map in advance.

If you have any food allergies, please let us know in advance.

How to Use

Voucher will be sent via email. Please show your e-voucher at designated location.

Cancellation Policy

• 11 or more day(s) before the activity date: 0% cancellation fee
• Between 8 and 10 day(s) before the activity date: 20% cancellation fee
• Between 2 and 7 day(s) before the activity date: 30% cancellation fee
• 1 day(s) before the activity date: 40% cancellation fee
• On the activity date: 100% cancellation fee