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I was lucky enough to get the Kyushu Rail Pass at a discounted price. It's convenient and lasts for a week. My family of three used it to redeem a 1500 AMU restaurant voucher for food and drinks in the Hakata Station shopping area, a Sarakurayama Ropeway ticket for the million-dollar night view, a Joyint bicycle ride around Moji and Shimonoseki, a Kokura Castle ticket for the castle garden, and a Kumamoto Metro Bus One-Day Pass for Kumamoto Castle, Jojuen Garden, Glover Garden, the Catholic Church, and the Megane Bridge. It's great value for money, and getting it at a discounted price saved us a lot on travel expenses. The Kumamoto Transportation Pass is a new facility introduced after August 6th. When redeeming it on August 13th, the Sakuramachi Bus counter on the 2nd floor didn't see the Rail Pass voucher, and it took a long time to confirm before we successfully exchanged it for a one-day pass, allowing us to make the most of it. I recommend checking the Rail Pass website before your trip to confirm the available facilities and maximize the value of the pass according to your itinerary! Highly recommended!

It was very convenient to exchange tickets, and many of the hot springs were quite unique. The mini steamed buns were delicious; I recommend them.

The zoo is a highly recommended place to visit. The rich and natural environment makes the animals seem very comfortable. However, because the itinerary is very packed and comprehensive, the activities themselves are short and rushed. The guide provides detailed explanations, and the time management is excellent.

There are adorable sea lions and seals, and you can even have a seal feeding experience! 👍 If you come in the summer, be sure to wear sunscreen, it gets really hot in the outdoor activity area!

There were six of us in a large vehicle that took us to the airport. The driver helped with our luggage and drove very smoothly.

The cruise ship docked in Fukuoka from 12:30 to 22:00, with actual disembarkation around 1:30 PM. It's recommended to return to the pier by 8:00 PM at the latest to allow ample time for boarding and avoid missing the cruise. We opted for a private English-speaking driver, and the overall experience was excellent! The driver was friendly, punctual, and professional, arranging the smoothest route based on the cruise ship's boarding and disembarking times, real-time traffic conditions, and passenger needs. He provided many practical suggestions and had excellent time management, making the shore excursion easy and efficient. The itinerary included: * Visiting Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine, taking a walk, and enjoying local cuisine * Shopping at LaLaport in Fukuoka (UNIQLO, GU, Nike, Onitsuka Tiger, drugstores, etc.) * Shopping for drugstores and souvenirs in Tenjin Shopping District * Enjoying dinner with family in Tenjin. The short 6.5-hour shore excursion not only allowed us to visit all the attractions we wanted but also provided ample time for shopping and dining. There was no rush or transportation issues throughout the trip. If your cruise ship is docked in Fukuoka, we highly recommend choosing a private shore excursion. Not only will it save you time transferring to public transportation, but it also allows you to customize your itinerary to your needs. A professional driver will help plan the most suitable attractions and stopover times, maximizing your limited shore excursion time and ensuring you easily visit all of Fukuoka's popular spots, creating wonderful travel memories.