Kitakyushu

Goody led the tour, and our guide, Lisa, was funny and friendly. She was the prettiest woman in the whole company, and it was a very enriching trip; every place was amazing. Highly recommended. The car wasn't very new, but that didn't affect the trip.

Tour guide Brother Wang's introduction was excellent 👍, highly recommended! The seafood at Tanghu Market is amazing, but eating it under the blazing sun is quite a unique experience.

Take the shuttle bus around 5 pm directly to the pier, very convenient. From Shimon, there's another shuttle bus to Kokura. The price is slightly more expensive than flying, but half the price of the Shinkansen. It's suitable for tourists visiting Osaka, staying overnight in Kobe, and then heading to Kitakyushu. From Kokura, go to Karato on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, then to the Kitakyushu outlet mall. Finally, head to Fukuoka.

After purchasing at KKDAY, you can scan the QR code from your email at the self-service machine for entry. Staff will assist you if you encounter any problems. Although some say Kogura City is modernized, the elevators to different floors are convenient for elderly people and children. The interactive area on the first floor is also quite attractive to first-time visitors. Afterwards, you can relax in the café on the fifth floor.

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.