Guaranteed Departure | 1-Day Autumn Foliage Tour in Fukuoka, Japan | Sasaguri Kyudai-no-Mori, Limited-Time Aso Oura Villa, Akizuki Castle Ruins | Departing from Fukuoka
Enjoy a high-quality and reliable tour of Japan organized by Club Tourism, a major Japanese travel agency with over 70 years of experience. Our tours are accompanied by highly-rated tour conductors known for their exceptional hospitality, and they are well-regarded by international guests. While the tour is conducted in Japanese, many participants do not speak the language, so first-time travelers can join with peace of mind.
・Experience autumn foliage viewing at the Aso Oura Villa, available only during the fall season!
・Why not experience the autumn colors and the unique tranquility of Japan at the Akizuki Castle Ruins?
・Witness the swamp cypresses turning a reddish-brown hue and enjoy the mystical autumn scenery at Sasaguri Kyudai Forest, a stark contrast to the fresh greenery of summer!
・Travel comfortably by chartered bus and enjoy visiting multiple hard-to-reach locations all in one day.
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【Sasaguri Kyudai-no-Mori】
Sasaguri Kyudai-no-Mori is located at the western edge of the Kyushu University campus and is jointly maintained and managed by Sasaguri Town and Kyushu University.
The approximately 17-hectare forest is home to about 50 species of evergreen broad-leaved trees and about 40 species of deciduous broad-leaved trees. Along the 2-kilometer walking path around the central pond, there are gazebos and benches made from local forest thinned wood, allowing you to take a break while feeling the nature!
【Yamaya Factory Terrace】
We offer 'freshly made mentaiko' that can only be purchased at the Yamaya Factory Terrace. The Yamaya Factory Terrace is a facility where you can 'know,' 'buy,' and 'eat' to 'experience' mentaiko. With the desire for you to love mentaiko even more, we have prepared services only possible because the facility is adjacent to the factory.
【Aso Oura Villa】
The 'Oura Villa' is said to have been built at the end of the Taisho era and is a beautiful residence with a refined Japanese-style irimoya shoin-zukuri architecture.
Although usually closed to the public, it is opened to the public during the autumn foliage season to provide an opportunity to experience the architecture of a representative large residence from the Meiji and Taisho eras through the cultural assets held by the Aso family, and to deepen exchanges with the local community!
The scenery viewed from the residence is beautiful, with red and yellow colored trees standing out against the lawn-covered garden, allowing you to feel the history and tradition of the Aso family.
【Akizuki Castle Ruins】
The 'Akizuki Castle Ruins' in Akizuki, Asakura City, also known as the 'Little Kyoto of Chikuzen,' is the site of a castle built in the early Edo period. Today, the stone walls, Kuro-mon gate, and Nagaya-mon gate retain the atmosphere of the past. Along with the emotional townscape of the castle town, the autumn foliage is beautiful in the fall, and the tunnel of autumn leaves on the 'Sugi-no-Baba' street is particularly spectacular, attracting many tourists. There are also scattered old folk house cafes and museums, where a quiet and calm time flows. It is a popular tourist destination where you can feel the history and natural beauty of Fukuoka.
※This product is a 'request booking,' and it takes time to confirm your reservation. Since applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis, there may be cases where you are placed on a waiting list or your reservation cannot be accepted depending on the situation. The final reservation status will be confirmed upon the issuance of the voucher. In the unlikely event that the tour cannot be operated due to being fully booked, we will contact you within the specified number of days. Please note that if you do not wish to be on the waiting list, cancellation (refund) is also possible.
This tour is conducted in Japanese only. Please note that all guidance from the tour conductor during the trip will be in Japanese only. However, for the smooth operation and safety of the tour, we will provide information to the extent possible using translation apps (meeting point, departure time, etc.).
Please observe the following when participating:
Please book with your correct name and email address.
The tour operates from different departure points. The departure point will be the dissolution point of the tour.
Please observe the meeting time during the tour.
If you miss the meeting time, the tour will depart.
Akizuki Castle Ruins Peak Foliage: Mid-November to late November (typical) ©Fukuoka Prefecture Tourism Association
Autumn Foliage at Akizuki Castle Ruins (Image) Peak Foliage: Mid-November to late November (typical) ©Fukuoka Prefecture Tourism Association
Akizuki Castle Ruins Peak Foliage: Mid-November to late November (typical) ©Fukuoka Prefecture Tourism Association
Aso Oura Villa Peak Foliage: Mid-November to early December (typical) ©Fukuoka Prefecture Tourism Association
Lunch at Yamaya: Game-ni & Sashimi!
Purchase Notice
【Travel Conditions】
Departure/Destination: Fukuoka Prefecture
Duration: Day trip
Transportation: Chartered bus
Bus Operator: Showa Bus or equivalent
Meals: Breakfast: 0 / Lunch: 1 / Dinner: 0
Minimum Participants: 25
Tour Conductor: 1
Guide: 0 (Tour is conducted in Japanese) *No interpreter guide will accompany the tour.
【Travel Planning/Operation】
Company Name: CLUB TOURISM INTERNATIONAL INC
Address: 1-9-6 Edagawa, Koto-ku, Tokyo
Registration Number: Japan Tourism Agency Registered Travel Agency No. 1693
Affiliated Travel Association: All Nippon Travel Agents Association (ANTA) Full Member
【Authorized Sales】
KKDAY JAPAN Co., Ltd.
2F WESTALL Yotsuya Bldg., 1-22-5 Yotsuya, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-0004
Japan Tourism Agency Registered Travel Agency No. 2045
Affiliated Organization: Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)
Reminders
A minimum of 25 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 4 day(s) before the departure date
Please arrive at the designated location 15 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
Lunch is scheduled for around 11:00 AM, which is slightly earlier than usual.
The pond at Sasaguri Kyudai-no-Mori is a reservoir for agricultural water. Therefore, depending on weather conditions, the water level may drop, and you may not be able to see the scenery with the pond filled. Please be aware of this in advance.
Please note that taxi transfers operate as a shuttle service, so there may be waiting times.
The itinerary may be adjusted based on road traffic conditions.
Please wear comfortable shoes and clothing suitable for movement. Please bring rain gear in case of rain.
If you are participating in an odd-numbered group, you may be required to share seats with guests from other groups.
The bus may arrive late at the meeting point.
Heavy traffic is expected during the autumn foliage season, which may cause delays in the return time.
The timing of autumn foliage depends on weather and climate conditions. While tour dates are set based on typical annual conditions, the foliage may not be at its peak on your travel date. Please note that there will be no refunds for travel fees in such cases.
The tour may still depart even if the autumn foliage is not at its peak. ＜Peak Foliage Season＞ ● Kyudai-no-Mori: Mid-November to late November (typical) ● Aso Oura Villa: Mid-November to early December (typical) ● Akizuki: Mid-November to late November (typical)
