Kyushu Sarakura Mountain Ropeway Night View Day Tour｜Kanmon Bridge & Karato Market & Motonosumi Shrine & Sarakura Mountain Ropeway (Depart from Fukuoka)
- Four people form a group, easy travel
- The meet-up time is late, so get enough sleep before setting off!
- The night view of Sarakura Mountain offers a beautiful view of the entire Kitakyushu City
- Visit multiple popular attractions in one day, with a rich itinerary
Package Options
Sightseeing Tours
| Tour Type | Shared tour |
| Transportation method | Transfer from meeting point |
| Minimum participant requirement | 4 travelers |
| Meal arrangement | Arrange yourself |
| Sightseeing type | Natural sights, Traditional markets, Temples & shrines, Bus tour |
| Transport | Bus tour |
Product Info
Purchase Notice
【Travel conditions】
Travel origin and destination: Fukuoka
Travel days: Round trip
Transportation: Chartered bus
Bus company name: Nisshin Kanko Mitsubishi Co., Ltd.
Meals: Breakfast 0 times Lunch 0 times Dinner 0 times
Accommodation facilities: None
Minimum number of people in a group: 4
Team leader: 0
Tour guide: 0
【Travel planning/implementation】
Operating company name: JRT Group Co., Ltd.
Address: Room 510, Floor 5, Ginza Ishii Haru, 6-14-8 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
License number: Tokyo Governor's Registered Travel Business No. 2-8353
Travel Industry Association Name: Full member of Japan Travel Industry Association
Reminders
A minimum of 4 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
In the event of inclement weather such as typhoons or snowstorms, a decision on whether to cancel the tour will be made 1 day(s) before departure (local time 18:00). Notifications will then be sent via email
Travelers with the following conditions or other health issues that could be worsened by excessive stimulation should not participate in this activity: High blood pressure, Heart disease, Acrophobia, Asthma, Epilepsy, Pregnant women
Please arrive at the designated location 10 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
Please be sure to arrive at the designated location at the designated time and do not be late. Since this itinerary cannot be transferred to other flights or joined midway, if you fail to participate in the one-day tour due to your own reasons, you will be responsible for the corresponding losses. Please understand.
No refund will be given if the passenger abandons the tour due to personal reasons.
After the trip has started, if the trip is terminated due to force majeure such as weather conditions or natural disasters, the unfulfilled itinerary will be refunded according to the actual expenses incurred. Additional expenses such as return transportation costs or local accommodation costs must be borne by the passenger.
If affected by traffic congestion, facility maintenance, etc., the itinerary or stay time of each attraction will be adjusted.
The company is not responsible for the inability to join the tour or poor photography due to force majeure such as traffic, weather, etc., and no refunds or rescheduling are possible. Please understand.
Vehicle type: Cars are assigned based on the number of people. When traveling with a small number of people, a driver and accompanying personnel will be arranged to provide full travel services. No additional tour leader will be assigned. Please note.
Day tours do not include personal travel insurance or personal accident insurance. Please purchase these insurances if needed. Outdoor activities and high-risk sports carry their own risks and dangers. Please assess your health and fitness. The company assumes no responsibility for any personal injury or damage caused by accidents or unforeseen circumstances. Please understand that.
Karato Market is open from Friday to Sunday; if the market is closed, the tour will be changed to a 60-minute tour of Mojiko Port.
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellations 2 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
- For cancellations made 1 to 1 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 70% will apply
- Cancellation is not allowed between 0–0 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
From Fukuoka city, it is recommended to take the JR Kagoshima Main Line to 'Yahata Station' and then transfer to a Nishitetsu bus for about 10 minutes to the 'Hashiba Cable Car' stop. You can also take a free shuttle bus from Yahata Station (please check the schedule) directly to the cable car base station. The overall transportation is convenient and suitable for planning a day trip.
The night view of Mt. Sarakura is known as one of the 'New Three Great Night Views of Japan.' Its unique charm lies in the 360-degree panoramic view of the sparkling night cityscape of Kitakyushu from an observation deck at an altitude of 622 meters. You can admire the Wakato Bridge, the factory lights, and the myriad of city lights, forming a vast and spectacular sea of light. It's an excellent spot to experience Japan's urban nightscapes and holds significant viewing value.
Riding the Mt. Sarakura cable car is the beginning of the night view experience. The cable car features a fully transparent design, allowing you to enjoy the cityscape of Kitakyushu as you ascend. The cable car takes about 10 minutes to reach the summit station, after which you transfer to a slope car to easily reach the observation deck. This combination of cable car and slope car is a scenic journey in itself, offering a unique perspective.
There is an area above the Mt. Sarakura observation deck where general vehicles are prohibited. You can drive to the parking lot at the foot of the mountain and then transfer to the Mt. Sarakura cable car and slope car to go up. If you wish to reach the observation deck directly, you must use the cable car system. This ensures a serene environment at the summit while providing a unique cable car experience.
Karato Market is famous for its fresh and delicious seafood. The 'Waku Waku Karato Market' held especially on weekends and holidays is not to be missed. Here you can enjoy affordable sushi, kaisendon (seafood rice bowls), and fugu (pufferfish) dishes. Additionally, the market offers a wide variety of fried foods, soups, and local specialties, making it a haven for seafood lovers.
Motonosumi Shrine is renowned for its tunnel of over 100 red torii gates stretching along the coastline, forming a spectacular visual corridor that contrasts strongly with the blue sea and green trees, making it an excellent photo spot. Its most distinctive feature is the offering box, which is placed at the top of a large torii gate approximately 6 meters above the ground. Successfully tossing a coin into it is believed to bring good luck.
This itinerary combines historical culture (Kanmon Bridge), culinary exploration (Karato Market), natural wonders (Motonosumi Shrine), and magnificent night views (Mt. Sarakura), allowing you to experience a variety of attractions in one day. The itinerary considers the transportation convenience and visiting times of each spot, enabling visitors to travel with ease and deeply experience the charm of Northern Kyushu with its rich and colorful content.
The best time to view the Mt. Sarakura nightscape is generally during dusk, when you can simultaneously appreciate the transition from sunset to the illuminating city lights. The view is best on clear, cloudless nights, especially in the autumn and winter seasons when the air is clearer, making the night view more distinct and brilliant. It's advisable to arrive a little early to capture the moment of day turning into night.
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