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Fukuoka: Round-Trip Dazaifu Shrine Tour from Hakata

By DeepExperience
Free cancellation available
Price is P 17,486 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview

Join us for a cultural journey just outside Fukuoka, with convenient round-trip access from Hakata Station. This guided tour takes you to Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine, one of Japan’s most important spiritual sites, dedicated to the deity of learning, Sugawara no Michizane.

Led by a fluent Japanese-speaking guide, you’ll walk the charming Omotesando street, purify your hands at the sacred water basin, and learn the proper way to offer prayers at the main shrine. You’ll also visit nearby Inari shrines and explore the rich history and hidden meanings behind each ritual.

Perfect for first-time visitors and culture lovers, this tour offers insight, local stories, and a deeper connection to Japan’s spiritual heritage—all within a convenient half-day trip from central Fukuoka.

Book now and make your visit to Kyushu truly unforgettable!

Activity location

  • Nishitetsu Fukuoka (Tenjin) Station
    • 22 1
    • 810-0001, 福岡市, 福岡県, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Fukuoka City Information Centre
    • 1 1
    • 810-0001, Fukuoka, Fukuoka, Japan

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Fukuoka: Round-Trip Dazaifu Shrine Tour from Hakata
  • Activity duration is 4 hours and 30 minutes4h 30m
    4h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
P 17,485.89 x 1 AdultP 17,485.89

Total
Price is P 17,485.89
Until Sun, Aug 31

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedTraditional Chozu purification ritual experience
  • What's includedWhat's includedLive tour guide fluent in Japanese
  • What's includedWhat's includedEntrance to Dazaifu Tenmangu and Tenka Inari Shrine
  • What's includedWhat's includedRound-trip transportation from Fukuoka
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedMeals and drinks
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedPersonal expenses

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Nishitetsu Fukuoka (Tenjin) Station
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Tour will start from Nishitetsu Fukuoka Station! The meeting point is located close to the central city center of Fukuoka, the airport and the Shinkansen station. From here, you and your guide will take the train to Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine.
Dazaifu Temmangu
  • 50m
Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine is a sacred site with over 1,200 years of history, dedicated to Sugawara no Michizane, the revered deity of learning and education. The shrine holds deep cultural and spiritual significance, making it a place of pilgrimage for those seeking academic success and personal growth. As you explore the grounds, you'll connect with Japan's spiritual heritage, learning about the history, traditions, and symbolism that have shaped this iconic site. The main shrine, with its grand Torii gates and sacred spaces, serves as a powerful reminder of the shrine's long-standing influence on education and wisdom in Japan.
Tenkai Inari Shrine
  • 50m
Tenkai Inari Shrine, located within the same grounds, is dedicated to the Inari deity, associated with prosperity and good fortune. This smaller yet spiritually significant shrine is visited by those seeking success in their business ventures and personal endeavors. The shrine, with its serene atmosphere, offers a space for prayer and reflection, allowing visitors to connect with the divine energy that promotes prosperity and blessings. Together with Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine, Tenkai Inari Shrine enhances the spiritual journey of those who visit, offering a well-rounded experience of Japan's rich cultural and spiritual traditions.
Dazaifu Station
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
From Dazaifu Station, return to Fukuoka by train again.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESNishitetsu Fukuoka (Tenjin) Station
    • 22 1
    • 810-0001, 福岡市, 福岡県, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEFukuoka City Information Centre
    • 1 1
    • 810-0001, Fukuoka, Fukuoka, Japan

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