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[One-person tour] Kitakyushu・Yamaguchi｜Yamaguchi's diverse charm one-day tour｜Mojiko Port & Karato Market & Tsunoshima Bridge & Motonosumi Shrine｜Depart from Fukuoka
The first floor of Karato Market will be completely transformed into a seafood street named "Busy Bakan Street".
Tsunoshima Bridge is a magnificent bridge that connects Yamaguchi Prefecture, Honshu, and Tsunoshima. You can enjoy the magnificent sea view and the architectural beauty of the bridge.
If you look closely at the torii gate on the high platform of the shrine, you may see a donation box above your head! It is said that as long as you put incense money, your wish will come true.
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※The cross-sea ferry runs every 20 minutes. Please be sure to manage your time accordingly. [Important Notice | Restrictions on Visiting Motonosumi Shrine]
As Motonosumi Shrine is a coastal cliffside attraction, in order to control visitor flow and ensure visitor safety, the shrine will implement restrictions on worship during certain periods. The details are as follows:
■ Visiting Restrictions: During the period of visiting restrictions, the red torii gate approach will be closed to visitors.
However, tourists can still enjoy the view and take photos in the surrounding areas (such as the parking lot area or the coastline), without affecting the overall trip experience.
■ Restricted period for shrine visits
March to November 2026: Every Saturday, Sunday, and Japanese public holidays
May 2nd to May 10th, 2026 (during the Golden Week holiday)
August 8th to August 16th, 2026 (during the Obon festival)
■ Special Note: Even if worship is restricted, the natural scenery around the shrine can still be enjoyed as usual. The actual worship situation may be temporarily adjusted due to weather, on-site control, etc. The final arrangements are subject to the on-site announcements and tour guide explanations on the day. To ensure information consistency, please update the page content in a timely manner. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Reminders
Confirm whether the group is formed 1 day before departure. If the group size is not reached, the trip will be cancelled
In case of bad weather conditions such as typhoons, snowstorms, etc., we will decide whether to cancel the tour 1 day before departure (local time 12:00), and will notify you by email at any time thereafter.
Due to traffic restrictions, the torii gates at Motonosumi Shrine will not be accessible from August 9 to 17, 2025. Visitors can still take photos from above and at the main torii gate.
Furthermore, from September to November 2025, Motonosumi Shrine will be temporarily closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and statutory holidays, making entry impossible.
Please be sure to arrive at the designated location 10 minutes in advance to avoid delays in your subsequent journey. Latecomers will not be accepted.
It is recommended to wear a mask when riding the bus. If you have a fever of 37.5℃ or above or feel unwell, please consider not joining the tour.
All participants will board a shared bus. Please be sure to adhere to the meeting times at each location to avoid delaying other participants.
After the trip, you may choose not to return to the departure point with the vehicle, but please inform us in advance in the "Requests and Remarks" column; if you decide on the spot, please sign a letter of commitment in both Chinese and English before leaving the group.
There are no toilets on the bus, but the staff will guide you to the toilets when you arrive at each attraction, so don't worry.
If you need to change your departure date after booking, please contact customer service 7 days before your departure date. (Depending on the circumstances, the departure date may not be changed. Thank you for your understanding.)
Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes for the tour, and take good care of your valuables. We will not compensate for any valuables lost during the tour.
If you have a smaller group, you'll travel in a dedicated vehicle with your own driver and tour leader. This is a shared tour, so there will be other participants. Parking outside the scenic area is not permitted.
The tour may end later due to traffic conditions or other emergencies. This tour is not recommended for participants with scheduled flights on the same day. Our company assumes no responsibility for flight delays.
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellations 9 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
- Cancellation is not allowed between 0–8 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
- Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once the cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.
FAQ
The Mojiko Retro area is filled with a Taisho Roman atmosphere. You can visit the former Mojiko Hotel and Mojiko Station to experience the charm of historical architecture. Taking the Kanmon Strait ferry to admire the magnificent sea views and scenery along both shores is also a unique experience. Additionally, the International Friendship Memorial Library and the Kyushu Railway Museum are worth a visit.
We recommend planning for about half a day to a full day in the Mojiko Retro area. If you wish to thoroughly visit museums, take the Kanmon Strait ferry, and stroll leisurely, allocating four to six hours would be more comfortable. This will allow you to experience various featured attractions and savor local delicacies.
The main way to get to Mojiko Port from Hakata Station is by JR train. You can take a limited express train on the JR Kagoshima Main Line to Kokura Station, and then transfer to a local train on the JR Kagoshima Main Line to Mojiko Station. The entire journey takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes to 2 hours.
Mojiko Port is known for its nostalgic atmosphere, and you can find many cultural and creative products related to historical buildings. Local specialties such as banana-flavored sweets and processed seafood products (especially around Kanmon Market) are popular souvenirs. Additionally, some unique specialty shops sell distinctive handmade crafts.
Kanmon Market's operating hours are typically from around 5:00 AM to 3:00 PM on weekdays (Tuesday to Friday). On weekends and public holidays (Saturday, Sunday, and public holidays), it is open from around 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Generally, Kanmon Market is closed on Mondays. We recommend checking the latest information before your visit.
The most convenient way to get from Mojiko Station to Kanmon Market is by taking the Kanmon Strait ferry. The ferry ride from Mojiko Port to the Kanmon Market pier in Shimonoseki takes about 5-10 minutes, and the market is nearby. You can also choose to take a bus or taxi, but the ferry is faster and offers sea views.
Yes, you can use a valid JR Pass to take local JR trains on the JR Kagoshima Main Line from Kokura Station to Mojiko Port. A JR Pass typically covers the fares for JR trains on this route, making it an economical choice for traveling to Mojiko Port.
Motonosumi Shrine is famous for its spectacular scenery of red torii gates stretching along the coast. Its unique feature is a donation box placed at a torii gate on a high platform. It is said that if you successfully toss a coin into the box, your wish will come true. This is a challenging and enjoyable unique custom.
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