Yanagawa

Convenient transportation. The eel rice was delicious, but it's a pity the Yanagawa cruise didn't allow passengers to disembark.

The trip was comfortable, relaxing, and enjoyable. Kobayashi's service was excellent and very thoughtful, and the restaurants he recommended were delicious.

The overall itinerary was very comfortable and enjoyable, without feeling rushed. The Yanagawa River cruise was a highlight; the boatman was incredibly friendly and fun, interacting a lot with us along the way and frequently bringing up topics related to Taiwan, making us feel very welcome. Because the group was small, we arrived in Dazaifu early, allowing ample time to explore and take photos. The tour guide was also very helpful, taking many pictures for us, creating many wonderful memories. Nyoi-rin Temple was also unique; you could see all sorts of adorable frogs throughout the temple grounds, creating an atmosphere quite different from the solemn and austere temples we usually imagine. It was a relaxing and fun place to visit, perfect for taking photos. Finally, at the Tosu Outlet, there was plenty of time for shopping, allowing us to leisurely browse and choose our favorite items. I even managed to buy the shoes I wanted! The whole day was perfectly paced, a relaxing and enjoyable day trip that I would recommend to anyone wanting a leisurely trip to Dazaifu and the Yanagawa area.

Tour guide J71 Jiang Jing. The day before, I received a message from tour guide Jiang via the KK APP stating that the meeting point had changed to the entrance of the Lawson Fukuoka Oriental Hotel. Departure is at 8:25 AM in a 33-seat medium-sized bus. (40-minute drive) 9:05-8:35 AM: Shiraito Falls. Vendors in the falls area sell ice cream, soy sauce dumplings, and flowing noodles (not a classic dish). The falls are located halfway up the mountain, and the road to them is very winding and bumpy. Travelers prone to motion sickness are advised to take a motion sickness pill an hour before departure. (65-minute drive) 10:11-11:20 AM: Ichiran Ichiran no Moritojima Store. Walk along the bamboo path to the restaurant. After ordering from the machine, fill out a yellow customized form in the waiting area. The tour guide will assist you in finding a table. Iced coffee is also available. Ichiran Ramen 5-Item Set (Tonkotsu Ramen, Soft-boiled Egg, Wood Ear Mushrooms, Chashu, Seaweed) 1640 Yen. After satisfying your taste buds, admire the ramen factory through the window, visit the museum (which includes Ichiran's unique photo booth; taking photos takes a while), and buy souvenirs. Experience a rich and varied tourist factory tour. (10-minute drive) 11:36-12:00 Futamiura Couple Ishizakurai Futamigaura's pure white and sacred torii gate in the sea, gently patting the snow-white waves along the shore, is worthy of being among Japan's 100 best sunsets. (9-minute drive) 12:09-12:40 Harbor House BBQ Garden is a beach for bathing. Palm Tree Swing is a swing under the coconut trees, perfect for taking beautiful photos. Seaside Cafe: grab a cold drink or (honeydew melon) soft serve—so refreshing! Payment can be made via Pay Later. (90-minute drive) 14:30-15:00 Yanagawa River Cruise: 2000 yen per adult, payable in cash to the guide. Optional. **Yanagawa Riverside Cruise & Hakushukan (KK system character limit, please view the full version of "Hakushukan" in Google Maps comments)** The captain, Mr. Hara, was very enthusiastic, skillfully steer the boat and introduce the scenery along the river, personally demonstrating the famous "bridge jump." Most memorable was Mr. Hara's singing throughout the journey; we helped clap and harmonize, creating a joyful 30 minutes. (80-minute drive) 16:02-17:30 Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine: A visit after ten years. The renovated Tenmangu Station is magnificent. The wind chimes at the Tenmangu Shrine are fluttering in the wind, their clear sounds conveying blessings. Perfect for wearing a yukata and writing a poem about summer scenery. Disbanded at 17:57, near Hakata Station.

Our Japanese driver was very polite, lovely, and considerate; thank you so much (five stars for him!). All four locations we visited were beautiful, but the Yanagawa section was a bit disappointing, though overall it was a good trip.

This was my first time hiring a car in Fukuoka. The itinerary for the day was to visit Mount Aso to see the beautiful scenery, but unfortunately, the weather didn't cooperate and it rained heavily. The driver was very considerate and explained to us that the fog on the mountain was very thick and we might not be able to see the scenery we wanted. After carefully asking whether we wanted to shop, enjoy the scenery, or just have a quick look around, he provided us with the best itinerary. Since we were traveling with elderly people, the driver was very accommodating and made us get off at several points, ensuring that the elderly people were safely taken back to their hotel. It was a wonderful experience!

The boatman was a professional at jumping off the boat and singing (more than five Japanese songs). Although the low water level caused the boat to get stuck a bit, the experience was very fun.

The boatman was a young man named Yama〇. He explained things clearly and told lots of funny stories. It was a wonderful memory of my solo trip. Next time, I'd like to go again at a different time of year, as the boatman suggested.

The Liuchuan cruise area is quite quiet, and the surrounding buildings give it a historical feel, which I really liked. However, it's best to go around 5 PM, otherwise it gets too hot.

Shortly after placing the order, the app notified us to add our contact information. Then, the travel agency created a group chat. All we needed to do was leave a message about the itinerary we wanted and provide the driver's name the day before. Our driver was Mr. Zhang. He arrived early at the designated pick-up point, not only taking a photo of the license plate but also standing by the door to guide us on and off the bus. There were six of us, and the travel agency provided a spacious and comfortable 10-seater minibus. Before departure, we discussed the itinerary (Salt Pudding/Akuta-daimon/Sunset/Shiratori/Meito-iwa/Miya-jigoku), and he informed us of any road tolls/parking fees. They also helped us purchase boat tickets for Akuta-daimon, made reservations at the Sunset restaurant, and guided us to some of the attractions. The overall experience was fantastic, highly recommended! Thank you kkday and Mr. Zhang for creating wonderful memories for our whole family!