This special tour offers a chance to explore Fukuoka’s local shopping streets, pay a visit to Suikyo Tenmangu Shrine, and then experience a unique evening on a traditional yakatabune (roofed riverboat). Enjoy a hearty chanko nabe hotpot, beloved by sumo wrestlers, as you take in the illuminated night view of Hakata. Guests will also enjoy a guided tasting of Japan’s finest drinks, including sake and shochu. This cozy, traditional dining experience on a yakatabune is a luxury only Japan can offer—immerse yourself in the local culture with this unforgettable night!
Tour Guide: David Kumada
• Sales Department, Saga Shuzo Co.
• Born in Italy, residing in Fukuoka for 25 years, fluent in multiple languages with a mix of Italian and Japanese heritage. A true local with a passion for clarinet, judo, and pairing Japanese sake with cuisine.
Highlights:
• Guided backstreet walk with an international guide
• Traditional dining on a yakatabune riverboat
• Sumo staple: Chanko hotpot
• Japanese sake tasting experience
Tour Schedule:
• Meeting Time: 6:00 PM at Shintencho Shopping Street
• Activities: Walking tour from Tenjin to Suikyo Tenmangu Shrine and Hakata Deai Bridge, yakatabune river cruise with dinner and sake tasting
• Ending Time: 10:00 PM
Details:
• Dates: Tuesday, November 19 and Saturday, November 23, 2024
• Time: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
• Price: ¥25,000
• Meeting Point: Shintencho Märchen Square, Tenjin, Fukuoka (2-8 Tenjin, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka)
• Reservation Required (1 day in advance): Details & Registration
Special November 23rd Performance:
On November 23, enjoy a live performance by SATOCHIKI, a Fukuoka-based musician who performs worldwide, including in Taiwan and the United States. Inspired by traditional Chinese instruments like the erhu, SATOCHIKI has created his own instrument, the Wako, using Japanese materials like cedar, zelkova, and washi paper. Experience this exclusive mini concert on board the yakatabune.
Reserve your spot for this rare blend of tradition, music, and flavors today!
