Fukuoka Seafood Market and Local Flavors Day Tour with Dazaifu

Overview

Available languages

Korean

English

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Embark on a full-day journey through Fukuoka’s culinary delights, historic sites and cultural highlights. Your day begins with the vibrant Karato Seafood Market at 9:30AM, where colorful stalls offer freshly prepared sushi, sashimi and local seafood snacks. Watch skilled chefs craft your meal right before your eyes.

Next, head to the Kokura Castle area at 12:00PM. Admire the elegant 17th-century traditional Japanese castle, then explore the bustling Uomachi Gintengai Street lined with shops and cafés offering local treats. Don’t miss Tanga Market, a retro-style marketplace with over 220 stores full of street food and specialty snacks.

Your day concludes at the Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine at 15:50PM, a sacred site dedicated to the god of learning. Wander through the peaceful grounds filled with seasonal flowers and ponds, explore traditional streets offering souvenirs and local sweets. After a day of food, culture and history, return to central Fukuoka at around 17:30PM ~ 18:00PM.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

In compliance with Japanese law, vehicles cannot operate for more than 10 hours. The tour guide may adjust the itinerary based on real-time conditions.

Itinerary is subjected to traffic & weather condition.

The stay time for each spot may depend on the season and on-site situation.

Please inform us if you will be bring along a baby stroller.

Infant is free of charge, no seat available.

*Some market stalls accept cash only. Please bring enough Japanese yen for food and snacks.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

English, Korean speaking Guide

Air-conditioned vehicle

Admission fees to Enter Kokura Castle (¥350)

Traveler's Insurance

Meals and Other Personal Expenses

What To Expect

Karato Market

Karato Seafood Market is a bustling hub renowned for its fresh seafood offerings, particularly pufferfish (fugu), a local delicacy. Visitors can enjoy a variety of seafood dishes such as sushi, sashimi, and seafood bowls, prepared fresh by local chefs. The market's lively atmosphere, especially during the "Iki-iki Bakangai" event on weekends, provides an authentic taste of Shimonoseki's maritime culture.

2 hours • Admission Not Applicable

Kokura Castle

Kokura Castle, located in Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka Prefecture, is the only castle in Fukuoka Prefecture that features a Tenshukaku, the iconic main keep of a traditional Japanese castle. With its unique architectural style, known as “Kara-zukuri” (Tang-style construction), and its rich history, Kokura Castle stands as a proud symbol of Kitakyushu. Visitors can explore the historical exhibits, take in the breathtaking panoramic views from the top floor, and immerse themselves in the samurai culture that once shaped this land.

40 minutes • Admission Not Included

Options

Depart from Tenjin

Meeting Point: Fukuoka Central Post Office Meeting Time: 08:00am. Departure Time: 08:10am. Jtourstory staff will be there for you.
Starting point:
Fukuoka Central Post Office, 4-chōme-3-1 Tenjin, Chuo Ward, Fukuoka, 810-8799, Japan

Depart from Hakata

Meeting Point: LAWSON Oriental Hotel Fukuoka Meeting Time: 07:40am. Departure Time: 07:50am. Jtourstory staff will be there for you
Starting point:
LAWSON Oriental Hotel Fukuoka Store, 4-23 Hakataekichūōgai, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, 812-0012, Japan

Reviews

5.00

1 review

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Worth while
Joni K,
Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
It was a fun experience with ample time at each stop. Our guides, Taegwon and Yusuke were very friendly and helpful during the tour.