Japan North Kyushu Flower Viewing Day Tour - Highly recommended for photography enthusiasts and family travelers! Kitakyushu Moji Port, Karato Market, Kawachi Fuji Garden, Kokura Castle, Seicho Matsumoto Memorial Museum (depart from Fukuoka)
- Depart from Fukuoka: Skip the hassle of route planning and start your day trip from Fukuoka
- Exclusive route: connect Kitakyushu Moji Port, Karato Market, Kawachi Fuji Garden, Kokura Castle Tower, Matsumoto Seicho Memorial Hall, and enjoy a variety of scenery at once
- Spring limited: Visit the Kawachi Wisteria Garden in spring and experience the romantic wisteria flower sea in full bloom, a sight not to be missed during its peak season.
- Photography paradise: With its retro Mojiko Port, flower-filled wisteria garden, and ancient castle tower, every location is a photographer’s dream.
- Family fun: Taste delicious food at Karato Market, learn about plants at the wisteria garden, and explore history at Kokura Castle. Fun interactions for families to enjoy together.
Sightseeing Tours
| Tour Type | Shared tour |
| Transportation method | Transfer from meeting point |
| Minimum participant requirement | 1 traveler |
| Meal arrangement | Arrange yourself |
| Sightseeing type | Natural sights |
| Transport | Bus tour |
Product Info
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— Itinerary Summary —
Departing from Fukuoka, embark on a deep exploration of Kitakyushu! Stroll through Mojiko Port, visit the JR Mojiko Station, and the Old Mojiko Mitsui Club, while tasting the local specialty, Mojiko-style curry rice. Encounter the dreamlike Kawachi Wisteria Garden and immerse yourself in the purple sea of flowers. Discover Kokura Castle, exploring the Kokura Castle Tower and its gardens. Along the way, visit Karato Market, Uomachi Ginza Shopping Street, the Kyushu Railway Museum, and the Matsumoto Seicho Memorial Museum. Don’t forget to stop by Yasaka Shrine to fully experience Kitakyushu’s history, culture, and cuisine, and enjoy the full Japanese charm.
—Itinerary highlights—
1. Two departure times available for the Kitakyushu one-day tour:
- 08:30 Departure: April 19th, 22nd, 23rd, and May 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th
- 07:30 Departure: April 21st, 23rd, 25th, 29th, and 30th
2. Please note for visiting the Kawachi Wisteria Garden: Due to the specific entrance time set by the official, the actual entrance time will be assigned by the official on the day of the tour. Our guide will inform you of the accurate entrance time according to the actual situation on the day of the tour, so please follow the guide’s instructions.
—Important Notes—
- Each person may carry one piece of luggage for free, with no size limit (please notify us in advance when booking, if not notified, the guide may refuse to allow you to board if the car is crowded, no refunds). Excess luggage will incur a fee of 2,000 yen per piece, payable on-site.
- Children aged 0-3 years do not occupy a seat when held, and children aged 4 and above are considered the same as adults. If there are children who do not occupy a seat and this has not been informed beforehand, the guide has the right to refuse boarding, and no refunds will be provided.
- The guide will not contact the passengers in advance. On the day of the tour, passengers should go to the meeting point independently and report to the guide or staff holding the "GOGODAY Yellow Flag" or wearing a "Yellow Vest". Please cooperate and follow the guide’s instructions.
- Reference vehicle types: 5-8 seater: Toyota Alphard; 9-14 seater: Toyota HAICE or equivalent; 18-22 seater: small bus; 22 seater and above: large bus. The above vehicles are for reference only and will be adjusted according to the number of people in the group on the day.
- Driver-guide service: 1-13 people will have a small group with a driver-guide; 14-45 people will have a bus group with both a driver and guide. The number of participants may adjust accordingly.
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Kitakyushu Moji Port: It is an important cultural heritage of Japan, and its wooden structure is full of nostalgia.
Kyushu Railway Memorial Museum: displays the development history of Kyushu Railway. There are many retro train models and steam locomotives on display in the museum. You can even step into the carriage and feel the charm of the old times.
JR Mojiko Station: As one of the oldest train stations in Japan, JR Mojiko Station is famous for its retro wooden architecture from the Taisho era and is listed as an important national cultural heritage.
Karato Market: It is a famous fish market in Japan, famous for its fresh seafood and puffer fish dishes.
Kawachi Wisteria Garden: Known as "Japan's most beautiful wisteria garden," Kawachi Wisteria Garden transforms into a magical wonderland every spring when the wisteria blooms. The wisteria tunnel creates a romantic atmosphere, making it a perfect spot for visitors to enjoy the breathtaking beauty.
Kokura Castle: It is the symbol of Kitakyushu, and the castle tower displays the history and culture of the Kokura domain.
The historical exhibition in the castle tower allows you to learn about the story of the Kokura Domain.
Yasaka Shrine: It is an important cultural landmark in Kokura City, dedicated to the god who controls the rise and fall of the tides.
Matsumoto Seicho Memorial Museum: The Matsumoto Seicho Memorial Museum displays the life and works of this famous mystery writer and is suitable for literature lovers to visit.
Purchase Notice
【Travel conditions】
Departure and destination: Fukuoka
Travel days: Round trip
Transportation: Chartered bus
Bus company: Reisei Tourism Industry Co., Ltd., etc.
Meals: Breakfast 0 times Lunch 0 times Dinner 0 times
Accommodation facilities: None
Minimum number of people in a group: 1
Tour Conductor: 1
【Travel planning/implementation】
Name of operating company: TuYi Group Japan Co., Ltd.
Address: 722 Shuzenji, Izu City, Shizuoka Prefecture
License Number: Shizuoka Prefectural Governor Registered Travel Agency, No. 2-633
Travel Agency Association: Regular Member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)
Reminders
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: 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
This is a fixed carpooling itinerary. Please be sure to abide by the stay time at each attraction and follow the arrangements of the driver and guide.
Please note that no refund will be given if you fail to participate or cancel the trip due to personal issues, lateness, etc.
If you leave the group on your own during the trip, the transaction will be deemed invalid and no fees will be refunded. If personal or property safety is affected as a result, the consequences will be borne by you.
The arrival time of each itinerary may change due to traffic conditions, weather, festivals, and crowds on the day. Please forgive us if the itinerary is delayed or cancelled due to the above or other force majeure factors. We cannot request a refund on this basis.
In case of fewer participants, a car with both driver and tour leader will be used. Please be aware that this is a shared service, and other guests will also be on board. Parking is not allowed at locations other than the designated sightseeing spots.
Traffic jams and other force majeure factors may occur during weekends and national holidays. The driver will also adjust the itinerary based on the specific situation. Please be sure to prepare your psychological expectations before placing an order.
In order to create a clean and comfortable environment inside the carriage, please do not eat or drink inside the carriage. If you cause stains inside the carriage, you will need to pay compensation according to local cleaning standards. Thank you for your understanding.
Please be sure to arrive at the designated pick-up location at the designated time and do not be late. Because this trip 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.
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellations 4 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
- For cancellations made 2 to 3 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 50% will apply
- Cancellation is not allowed between 0–1 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.
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