North Kyushu Tour: Akiyoshido Cave & Motonosumi Inari Shrine North Kyushu Tour: Akiyoshido Cave, Motonosumi Inari Shrrine
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10:00 timmar
Beskrivning
Explore North Kyushu on a day tour from Fukuoka. Visit Akiyoshido Cave, Motonosumi Inari Shrine, and Tsunoshima Bridge. Enjoy free time to explore each site at your own pace.
Begin your journey by meeting your guide at the Oriental Hotel Fukuoka Hakata Station Chikushi Exit. Board the bus and head to the Mekari Parking Area in Kitakyushu. Enjoy sweeping views of the Kanmon Strait from the observatory and shop for specialties from both Kyushu and Shimonoseki.
Next, visit the Akiyoshido Cave, one of Japan’s largest limestone caves. Akiyoshido, a designated Special Natural Monument, stretches 10.7 km, making it Japan’s second longest and one of the largest limestone caves. Located 100 meters underground beneath Akiyoshidai Quasi-National Park, the cave features a 1 km sightseeing route. With a constant temperature of around 17°C year-round, it stays cool in summer and warm in winter.
Inside, see stalactites, stalagmites, and massive terraced limestone formations that serve as precious geological specimens. Formed over a million years ago, Akiyoshido offers visitors a mysterious underground world showcasing Earth’s ancient history and the wonders of nature.
Continue to the Motonosumi Inari Shrine, famous for its 123 red torii gates stretching from the hillside to the cliffs overlooking the sea, creating a breathtaking contrast with the blue ocean and sky.
Unlike ordinary shrines, its offertory box is placed 6 meters high on a torii gate. Successfully tossing a coin in is said to bring good fortune. For those who miss, a standard offertory box is also provided nearby. In winter, crashing waves force seawater through rock crevices, spraying up to 30 meters high with a roaring sound like a dragon’s breath. Under sunlight, rainbows sometimes appear — a spectacular sight.
Finally, visit the Tsunoshima Bridge, one of Japan’s most scenic bridges. The bridge stretches 1,780 meters across the sparkling blue sea. Frequently featured in TV commercials, the stunning harmony of the bridge with the turquoise waters makes it a photographer’s dream.
Höjdpunkter
- Marvel at the breathtaking views of the Kanmon Strait from the observatory
- Explore Akiyoshido Cave, one of Japan’s largest limestone caves
- Visit Motonosumi Inari Shrine, famous for its 123 red torii gates
- Admire the stunning Tsunoshima Bridge, a photographer’s dream
- Enjoy a hassle-free day with pickup and drop-off from Fukuoka
Guider språk
VIKTIG INFORMATION
Motonosumi Inari Shrine may be closed during certain periods, and an alternative visit to Fukutoku Inari Shrine will be arranged.
Please note: Bad weather, traffic conditions, or crowding during Japanese holidays and peak seasons may cause delays in return time. As a result, some attractions may be shortened, rescheduled.
This is a shared group tour with guests from various countries. The guide will provide explanations in multiple languages.
Please arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before departure.
You will receive an email the evening before the tour with important details, including the guide，driver and meeting point information.
The tour runs with a minimum of 4 people. If not enough people join, we’ll let you know at least a day in advance and offer to cancel or change the date.
With fewer than 13 people, the guide will also drive and give only simple commentary.
Pick-up time and location:
8:30am Lawson Fukuoka Oriental Hotel (in front of Hakata Station Chikushiguchi)
Adress: 4-23 Hakataekichuogai, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, 812-0012, Japan. #For a reference photo of the actual meeting location, please see the last image on the product page. **We will also send you an email the night before your trip. The tour guide will hold a yellow flag.
INKLUDERAT
- Roundtrip transportation by air-conditioned bus
- Multilingual tour guide
- Expressway tolls, vehicle fuel cost
- Parking fees
EJ INKLUDERAT
- Lunch
- Entrance fee to Akiyoshido Cave (optional activity)
När ska jag boka?
För att garantera tillgänglighet, boka så snart som möjligt. Tidig bokning är värt att överväga, särskilt om du planerar resan under högsäsong som allmänna helgdagar eller helger.
Avbokningar
Denna utflykt kan du avboka utan kostnad upp till 24 timmar före resans start. Om du avbokar efter 24 timmar eller inte dyker upp på utflykten kommer du fortfarande att debiteras hela priset för aktiviteten. Att vara sen vid upphämtning eller avresa kommer att betraktas som att inte dyka upp.
