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<\/p>\nThis special tour offers a chance to explore Fukuoka\u2019s 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\u2019s finest drinks, including sake and shochu. This cozy, traditional dining experience on a yakatabune is a luxury only Japan can offer\u2014immerse yourself in the local culture with this unforgettable night!<\/p>\n
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Tour Guide:<\/strong> David Kumada Highlights:<\/strong> Tour Schedule:<\/strong> Details:<\/strong> Special November 23rd Performance:<\/strong> Reserve your spot for this rare blend of tradition, music, and flavors today!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" This special tour offers a chance to explore Fukuoka\u2019s local shopping streets, pay a visit to Suikyo Tenmangu Shrine, and…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":29305,"featured_media":166729,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","tags":[],"class_list":["post-166736","event","type-event","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","location-hakata","event-type-culture","event-type-food-drink","en-US"],"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/event\/166736","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/event"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/event"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/29305"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=166736"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/166729"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=166736"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=166736"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
\n\u2022 Sales Department, Saga Shuzo Co.
\n\u2022 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.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/fn_sumo-shrine-tour3-david_2024_cl.jpg?resize=1050%2C1400&ssl=1\")
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\n\u2022 Guided backstreet walk with an international guide
\n\u2022 Traditional dining on a yakatabune riverboat
\n\u2022 Sumo staple: Chanko hotpot
\n\u2022 Japanese sake tasting experience<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/fn_sumo-shrine-tour3_2024_cl-002.jpg?resize=1400%2C1025&ssl=1\")
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\n\u2022 Meeting Time:<\/strong> 6:00 PM at Shintencho Shopping Street
\n\u2022 Activities:<\/strong> Walking tour from Tenjin to Suikyo Tenmangu Shrine and Hakata Deai Bridge, yakatabune river cruise with dinner and sake tasting
\n\u2022 Ending Time:<\/strong> 10:00 PM<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Dates:<\/strong> Tuesday, November 19 and Saturday, November 23, 2024
\n\u2022 Time:<\/strong> 6:00 PM \u2013 10:00 PM
\n\u2022 Price:<\/strong> \u00a525,000
\n\u2022 Meeting Point:<\/strong> Shintencho M\u00e4rchen Square, Tenjin, Fukuoka (2-8 Tenjin, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka<\/a>)
\n\u2022 Reservation Required (1 day in advance):<\/strong> Details & Registration<\/a><\/p>\n
\nOn 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.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/fn_sumo-shrine-tour3-satochiki_2024_cl.jpg?resize=934%2C1400&ssl=1\")
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