Northern Kyushu Day Tour Akiyoshido Cave and Motonosumi Inari

Duration10h

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LanguagesChinese, Japanese, English

Group sizeUp to 45 travelers

Overview

Discover the stunning landscapes and geological wonders of Northern Kyushu on this day tour. Begin at the Mekari Parking Area with breathtaking views of the Kanmon Strait before exploring Akiyoshido Cave, Japan's second largest limestone cave, filled with fascinating geological formations. Visit the picturesque Motonosumi Inari Shrine, famous for its striking red torii gates and unique offering box challenge. Finally, take in the scenic beauty of Tsunoshima Bridge, a must-see for photographers. Don't miss this chance to explore some of Japan's most beautiful natural sites.

- Visit Akiyoshido Cave, a 10.7 km long limestone cave
- Explore Motonosumi Inari Shrine with its 123 red torii gates
- Enjoy the scenic views from Tsunoshima Bridge
- Tour duration: approximately 10 hours, with multiple stops and free time

What's included

Pick up and drop off at meeting point
Multilingual tour guide
Tourist air-conditioned vehicle
Parking Fees

Lunch
Personal expenses
Ticket of Akiyoshidō

What to expect

Mekari Parking Area
20m

Start Your Beautiful Journey

Meeting Point & Pick-up:
08:30 – Lawson (Oriental Hotel Fukuoka Hakata Station Chikushi Exit)
※ Please arrive at least 15 minutes before departure. The bus will leave on time and will not wait for late arrivals.
09:40 – Kitakyushu | Mekari Parking Area (Approx. 20 min, free time)
Take a short break at Mekari PA, a popular rest stop overlooking the beautiful Kanmon Strait. From the observation deck, enjoy panoramic views of the strait where Honshu and Kyushu meet. Visitors can also browse local specialties and souvenirs from both Kitakyushu and Shimonoseki — a perfect spot to enjoy the scenery and pick up regional treats.
Akiyoshido
2h · Admission ticket not included

10:50 – Yamaguchi | 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, you’ll 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.
40m

14:00 – Yamaguchi | Motonosumi Inari Shrine
Selected by CNN as one of the most beautiful places in Japan, Motonosumi Inari Shrine in Nagato City is 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.

Challenging Offering Box: 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.

Ryugu no Shiofuki (Dragon Palace Blowhole): 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!
If the Motonosumi Inari Shrine closed, will be replaced with Fukuoku Inari Shrine .
Tsunoshima Ohashi Bridge
30m

15:20 – Yamaguchi | Tsunoshima Bridge
One of Japan’s most scenic bridges, Tsunoshima 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.

15:50 – Return Journey
End of the day’s tour and start heading back.

18:30 – Fukuoka | Lawson Hakata Station Chikushi Exit
Tour ends.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Departure:8:30am Lawson Fukuoka Oriental Hotel (in front of Hakata Station Chikushiguchi).
Adress: 4-23 Hakataekichuogai, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, 812-0012, Japan. The tour guide will hold a yellow flag "Gogoday"

End point

Departure:8:30am Lawson Fukuoka Oriental Hotel (in front of Hakata Station Chikushiguchi).
Adress: 4-23 Hakataekichuogai, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, 812-0012, Japan. The tour guide will hold a yellow flag "Gogoday"

Additional information

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
During the Obon holiday period (August 9 – August 17) and on weekends and national holidays from September to November (September 15, September 23, October 13, November 3, and November 24), visits to Motonosumi Inari Shrine will be replaced with Fukuoku Inari Shrine (30–40 minutes stop).
This is a group tour with guests from various countries. The guide will provide explanations in multiple languages.
Due to the booking platform's privacy settings, we can't see your email address， please inform us your email address after booking. We will send you an email around 9 PM the night before your departure, which will include information about the guide, driver, and vehicle license plate.
Vehicle type will be arranged based on the group size and cannot be specified in advance
Bring some cash, as credit cards may not be accepted at certain Locations.
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, or canceled. We recommend not scheduling other activities or transportation after the tour.
The guide will be at the meeting point with a yellow Gogoday flag.Simply provide your booking name to join.Be sure to arrive 15minutes early.No refunds will be given for latecomers or those who don't show up.
If the participants less than 13 person, the tour guide will also service as the driver，and only provide basic commentary

Cancellation policy

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

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