Fukuoka Suburb Bus Tour | Dazaifu, Yufuin, Mount Yufu, and Beppu Kamado Jigoku (Korean Guide)
- "Japan Travel Recommendations" Depart from Fukuoka and safely tour Dazaifu, Yufuin, Mount Yufu, and Beppu Kamado Hell with a Korean guide on a state-of-the-art bus.
- A professionally trained Korean guide will accompany you and take free photos (with Leica cameras). Capture the memories of your trip to Japan.
- We offer Don Quijote coupons, Matsumoto Kiyoshi Drugstore coupons, and Bic Camera coupons for a pleasant shopping experience.
Product Info
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[What's special about this tour?]
► Local Korean guides receive photography training from professional photographers.
We offer complimentary, professional photography services (Leica) at the best day-trip destinations in Fukuoka. The photos are professionally edited at our studio and sent to you after your trip.
► Prepare for your trip with all your heart.
The day before your trip, your local Korean guide will contact each tour participant to provide detailed information on the day's weather, what to bring, and other general information to help you fully experience and enjoy the itinerary. Feel free to contact us with any questions you may have in advance.
Upon returning to the disbandment location after completing all the activities, we will ask each participant questions and provide recommendations on the itinerary, dining options, and more. Therefore, we recommend participating in the tour on the first or second day of your full-fledged itinerary.
► Coupons for more reasonable Japanese shopping
After the event ends, you can receive a Don Quijote coupon, a Matsumoto Kiyoshi Drugstore coupon, and a Bic Camera coupon.
►Regardless of the number of passengers, we only use the latest buses with the best ride comfort.
[Where are you traveling?]
- Meeting place: In front of the Lawson convenience store on the 1st floor of the Oriental Hotel at Hakata Station (departs at 8:20 AM)
- Dazaifu (approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes)
- Tenmangu
- Tenmangu Shrine Cow Statue
- Starbucks - Yufuin (3 hours and 10 minutes or more including lunch time)
- Floral Village
- Lake Kinrinko - Yufudake (30 minutes or more)
- Beppu Kamado Hell (approximately 50 minutes)
Disbandment location: In front of Lawson convenience store on the 1st floor of the Oriental Hotel at Hakata Station (around 7:00 PM)
[Frequently Asked Questions Q&A]
► Is it possible to join and disembark at each destination?
Yes, you can. If you let us know before booking, we can arrange for you to join and disembark at each destination.
* Subject to change depending on local circumstances.
- Dazaifu: Large bus parking lot, 5-minute walk from Dazaifu Station
Yufuin: Yuryo Parking Lot (Across from Yufuin Folk Art Village Charter Bus Parking Lot 1. A 5-minute walk from Kinrinko Lake)
- Yufudake: Yufudake Trail Entrance Parking Lot https://maps.app.goo.gl/TjCZHZEUQ5AcurCBA (Depending on local circumstances, the bus may stop at the bus stop across the street. Due to the short stay, getting off midway is possible, but joining midway is not.)
- Kamado Hell: Kamado Hell Parking Lot
►What time and where do you have lunch?
Lunch time is included within 3 hours and 10 minutes of your trip to Yufuin, Kyushu. Your tour guide will recommend places to eat on the way to Yufuin, Kyushu.
► Is it okay to apply for a tour on the day of arrival or departure?
The bus on the day of your trip departs Hakata Station at exactly 8:20 AM, so we cannot wait for you if you are late for the meeting time for other travelers. (If you would like to use the tour on the day of arrival due to your schedule, there is a bus that goes directly from the international airport to the first tourist destination, Dazaifu, so you can use that bus and meet up at Dazaifu.
If you use the service on the day of departure, your arrival time may be delayed due to traffic conditions. We cannot assist you if you are unable to board your flight on the day of your trip, so please be careful when making your reservation.
► Is my reservation confirmed unconditionally after payment?
Payment does not guarantee a reservation is confirmed. Reservations may be canceled due to reasons such as full occupancy. Confirmation of reservation status may take up to three days from the payment date.
In particular, if you make a reservation within 72 hours of the departure time, there is a possibility that it will be canceled the day before due to reasons such as the closing of the reservation or inability to arrange a vehicle.
► Is the price the same for both adults and minors?
Since the price is per seat, the price is the same for children 24 months and older. Children under 24 months travel free of charge, but no seat is assigned. Additionally, if you are traveling with an infant under 24 months, please be sure to indicate when making your reservation that a child under 24 months will be traveling with you. Please also bring proof of age, such as a passport, with you on the day of travel.
► Is the tour guide Korean?
All tour guides are Korean.
► I'm traveling with a group, but is it okay to make separate reservations?
You can make separate reservations. However, if you do, please indicate your request in the "Requests" section when making your reservation, even though it may be inconvenient. If you do not include this information, you may not be assigned to the same vehicle as your group.
► Is it possible to store luggage in the vehicle? Is there a limit on the number of items per person?
The vehicle has a separate luggage compartment for luggage storage, with no limit on the number of items. However, compensation is not available for damage or loss during vehicle transportation.
► Can I bring a stroller or wheelchair?
Folding strollers and wheelchairs can be stored in the vehicle. However, compensation is not available for damage or loss during vehicle movement.
► My parents are old. Is it okay for them to participate in the tour?
All destinations offer flexible itineraries, allowing travelers to relax as much as they like. Even older travelers can participate without difficulty.
► Can you make a reservation at a local restaurant?
Our Korean office, where we handle consultations, cannot provide local restaurant reservation services. However, we can assist you if you ask your tour guide on the day of your trip.
► Can you recommend local accommodations?
Please understand that each traveler has different travel budgets, tastes, and accommodation preferences, and that it is difficult to make recommendations as we do not handle accommodations separately.
► Is there anything I need to receive separately after making a reservation?
There are no separate tickets or vouchers sent after your reservation is confirmed. We verify your identity on the day of your trip using your name and contact information. Therefore, no documents are required on the day of your trip. If you are traveling with an infant under 24 months, please bring proof of age, such as a passport.
►Can you pick me up and drop me off at my accommodation when I participate in the tour?
This product is a joint tour, so boarding and disembarkation are limited to the designated meeting point. Boarding and disembarkation at your accommodation or other specific locations is not permitted. However, boarding and disembarkation at designated destinations is permitted.
► Will the tour proceed even if it rains?
Unless there is a natural disaster-level downpour, the tour will proceed as normal.
► Is it possible to eat food in the vehicle?
You may eat simple, odorless foods. However, to avoid disturbing other travelers, eating odorous foods (eggs, sandwiches, etc.) is prohibited inside the vehicle.
► Is it possible to reserve a seat on the bus in advance?
This product does not have assigned seating. You can sit wherever you like on the day of your trip, based on the order of arrival. If you have a preferred seat, we recommend arriving a little early for the meeting time.
► Is your arrival time the same every day after completing all your schedules?
- Please note that arrival times may vary depending on local traffic conditions, although arrival times are generally indicated.
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Purchase Notice
- The minimum number of guests is 1, and most tours proceed normally.
- Since the price is per seat, the price is the same from 24 months and up.
- Children under 24 months are free, but seats are not assigned. When accompanying a child under 24 months, please indicate whether/how many people will be accompanying the child in the request field.
- All guides working at local tour operators are Korean.
- Please understand in advance that arrival time may change depending on local traffic conditions.
- Reservations are not necessarily confirmed after payment. Reservations may be canceled for reasons such as lack of guests or full seats, and detailed information on confirmation may take up to 3 days from the date of payment. In addition, even after the reservation is confirmed, if the minimum number of passengers (1 person) is not met 7 days before the travel date, departure may be canceled. In this case, we will contact you individually to process the cancellation.
- We will contact you via KakaoTalk the day before your trip departure. To receive prior contact, please turn on the ''Allow KakaoTalk friends'' setting. The contact information includes general information related to the trip, including what to bring.
- For the safety of travelers, we are covered by business guarantee insurance. However, for your safety, we recommend that you purchase individual travel insurance.
FAQ
Dazaifu is renowned for its rich history as a former administrative center of Kyushu and as the home of Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine. This shrine is dedicated to Sugawara no Michizane, a revered scholar and politician, and is widely visited by students seeking academic success. The area also features traditional streets and historical temples, creating a culturally immersive experience.
Dazaifu is most famous for its 'Umegae Mochi,' a delicious grilled rice cake filled with sweet azuki bean paste and embossed with a plum blossom design. This iconic snack is a must-try for visitors and can be found in numerous shops along the approach to Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine. Beyond mochi, visitors can also enjoy various traditional Japanese snacks and local street food.
Yufuin offers a blend of natural beauty and artistic charm. Visitors can stroll along the scenic streets, explore boutique shops and art galleries, and relax in traditional hot spring baths. A highlight is Lake Kinrin, famous for its mystical morning mist, and the whimsical Yufuin Floral Village, reminiscent of a European fairy tale town. The tranquil atmosphere provides a perfect escape.
Key landmarks in Dazaifu include the magnificent Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine, with its impressive main hall, picturesque plum tree gardens, and symbolic bridges. Another significant site is Komyozenji Temple, celebrated for its exquisite Zen rock garden, one of Japan's most beautiful moss gardens. The Kyushu National Museum, nearby, also offers a deep dive into the region's cultural heritage.
Beppu stands out as one of Japan's most celebrated hot spring resorts, famous for its 'Hells of Beppu' (Jigoku Meguri). These are seven spectacular hot springs, each with unique features like bubbling mud, vibrant colors, and steaming geysers, unsuitable for bathing but visually stunning. Visitors can also experience traditional steam cooking using natural hot spring vapors, known as Jigoku-mushi, and enjoy various public and private onsen.
Mount Yufu, often called 'Bungo Fuji' due to its graceful twin peaks, offers breathtaking natural scenery. From its slopes and surrounding areas, visitors can enjoy panoramic views of the entire Yufuin Basin, lush forests, and distant mountains. It's an iconic landmark that provides a stunning backdrop to the Yufuin townscape, especially beautiful during sunrise or sunset.
Dazaifu's cultural identity is deeply intertwined with its historical role as a major government center and the veneration of Sugawara no Michizane. This includes traditions centered around education and scholarship. The area preserves many ancient customs through its architecture, local festivals like the Jinko Shiki (parade of the gods), and traditional crafts, offering a glimpse into Japan's classical past.
Yufuin boasts a delightful array of local dishes and snacks. Beyond its famous dairy products and rich soft-serve ice cream, visitors should try 'Toriten' (chicken tempura), a local Oita specialty. The region is also known for its Bungo Beef, a premium wagyu, and various sweet treats and artisanal foods crafted from local ingredients, reflecting the area's agricultural bounty.
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