Certified by Fukuoka: A Photogenic Tour to Visit Beautiful Spots with Kimono on!
Fukuoka, Japan

Certified by Fukuoka: A Photogenic Tour to Visit Beautiful Spots with Kimono on!

Outty Ranking 59 5.0 · 1 traveler reviews5 hoursFrom $79
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59/100

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5.0/5

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Is Certified by Fukuoka: A Photogenic Tour to Visit Beautiful Spots with Kimono on! worth booking?

Certified by Fukuoka: A Photogenic Tour to Visit Beautiful Spots with Kimono on! is a 5-hour experience in Fukuoka, Japan, from $79 per person. It scores 59 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
59 / 100
Rating
5/5 (1)
Duration
5 hours
From
$79 per person

This is a plan for those who want to wear a kimono and take beautiful pictures! With many historic sites, Hakata, Fukuoka is a perfect place to walk around with a kimono! You will visit selected spots that suit perfectly with kimono on this tour. A clerk will help you get your kimono on and your photogenic tour starts! You will visit a park with a lot of greenery, a tasteful Japanese garden, a good old typical Japanese alley, a Japanese room where you will have green tea and Japnese sweet. At each spot, your guide will tell you the best angle for pictures and the history of it! Don’t forget to book your tour to take superior pictures and walk around with a kimono!

What you get

    About this experience

    This is a plan for those who want to wear a kimono and take beautiful pictures! With many historic sites, Hakata, Fukuoka is a perfect place to walk around with a kimono! You will visit selected spots that suit perfectly with kimono on this tour. A clerk will help you get your kimono on and your photogenic tour starts! You will visit a park with a lot of greenery, a tasteful Japanese garden, a good old typical Japanese alley, a Japanese room where you will have green tea and Japnese sweet. At each spot, your guide will tell you the best angle for pictures and the history of it! Don’t forget to book your tour to take superior pictures and walk around with a kimono!

    What's included

    Included

    • Private Tour
    • Necessary expenses for the tour guide
    • Tour Guide

    Not included

    • Travel expenses and entrance fees for your own
    • Money for food/drinks, souvenirs and extra activities for your own
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • Kimono rental fee
    • The use of private van

    What you'll see and do

    1. Sannomaru Square

      You will start your tour here. Choose your favorite kimono and a clerk will help you put it on! Make sure you choose the best kimono since you will wear it through the whole tour and take many pictures!

      45 minutes here · Admission not included

    2. A Japanese garden with Japanese beauty such as a pond like a mirror, a dynamic waterfall, the beautiful contrast between white sand and the greenery. It is often used as a shooting spot and fits very well with kimono!

      30 minutes here · Admission not included

    3. A beautiful park with a huge pond and a bridge on it. The park is located on a site where it used to be a moat of a castle. Don’t miss to take a picture against the bridge and from the bridge!

      25 minutes here

    4. Hakata Sennen no Mon

      A beautiful gate built in 2014. Not only the gate itself but also the pavement you see after entering the gate is beautiful! From this spot, you will visit historic places!

      10 minutes here

    5. Jotenji Temple

      A temple that has a beautiful garden with greenery on the white sand. It has different kinds of beauty according to the season. It is said to be the original place of many Japanese foods.

      15 minutes here

    6. Tochoji Temple

      A temple that has a long history with a spacious premise and deep red five-storied pagoda. The breathtaking Buddhist image is also worth visiting!

      30 minutes here · Admission not included

    7. Sannomaru Square

      It’s time to end your wonderful tour. Return the kimono you wore through the whole tour here.

      20 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Fukuoka

    In front of the Mitsukoshiguchi gate on the first floor of Nishitetsu Fukuoka (Tenjin) Station.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Returns to the starting point

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    cmn, ja, en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
    Group size
    Up to 6 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    OTOMO Travel Guide

    Know before you go

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • The tour begins and ends in different locations. If you would like to change the location of where the tour ends, please consult with your tour guide.
    • We have not included any particular lunch/dinner places in this tour, but you are welcome to stop for a break and eat at resting spots.
    • The travel expense is not included in the tour fee. Please bring extra money to experience this tour to its fullest. (Entrance fees, transportation fees, activity fees, etc. - at least about JPY 1000)
    • If you do not arrive at the specified starting place after 60 minutes from the agreed meeting time, the tour will be considered canceled.

    Photos

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    Traveler reviews

    1 verified traveler reviews for Certified by Fukuoka: A Photogenic Tour to Visit Beautiful Spots with Kimono on!. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    84miguelu · June 2024

    Excellent service in restaurants

    Quite a few places to visit in the surroundings, I recommend Monte Alban, Mitla, the mezcal distillation places and the market, the crafts are at affordable prices

    via Tripadvisor (translated)

    Good to know

    Duration
    5 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
    Price range
    $79 to $12,090
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    0
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by OTOMO Travel Guide, who run 47 experiences we rank across 8 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 62.1 and 1 in the 90+ Club.

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    Why this scores 59

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)81
    Review evidence (18% weight)13
    Booking momentum (14% weight)0
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)52
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Certified by Fukuoka: A Photogenic Tour to Visit Beautiful Spots with Kimono on!: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Fukuoka.

    How much does Certified by Fukuoka: A Photogenic Tour to Visit Beautiful Spots with Kimono on! cost?

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    Prices start at $79 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Fukuoka usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Certified by Fukuoka: A Photogenic Tour to Visit Beautiful Spots with Kimono on! take?

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    Plan for about 5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Fukuoka is not rushed.

    Is Certified by Fukuoka: A Photogenic Tour to Visit Beautiful Spots with Kimono on! worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 59 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Fukuoka, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Certified by Fukuoka: A Photogenic Tour to Visit Beautiful Spots with Kimono on!?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Certified by Fukuoka: A Photogenic Tour to Visit Beautiful Spots with Kimono on! suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Certified by Fukuoka: A Photogenic Tour to Visit Beautiful Spots with Kimono on!?

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    Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Fukuoka can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Fukuoka and add a light layer if any part of the 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Certified by Fukuoka: A Photogenic Tour to Visit Beautiful Spots with Kimono on! start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Fukuoka within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Fukuoka?

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    On Outty we rank every Fukuoka experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Day trip from central Fukuoka.Rental cycle in Shikanoshima island, Fukuoka Private Tour with a Local: Highlights & Hidden Gems, YokaBus Yame Tea & Sake Tasting Expedition(From Hakata, Kumamoto). The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Fukuoka?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Fukuoka?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Certified by Fukuoka: A Photogenic Tour to Visit Beautiful Spots with Kimono on!?

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    Included: Private Tour; Necessary expenses for the tour guide; and Tour Guide. Not included: Travel expenses and entrance fees for your own; Money for food/drinks, souvenirs and extra activities for your own; Hotel pickup and drop-off; and Kimono rental fee. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Where is the meeting point for Certified by Fukuoka: A Photogenic Tour to Visit Beautiful Spots with Kimono on!?

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    In front of the Mitsukoshiguchi gate on the first floor of Nishitetsu Fukuoka (Tenjin) Station. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.

    What languages is Certified by Fukuoka: A Photogenic Tour to Visit Beautiful Spots with Kimono on! offered in?

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    It is offered in Chinese, Japanese and English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Certified by Fukuoka: A Photogenic Tour to Visit Beautiful Spots with Kimono on!?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Certified by Fukuoka: A Photogenic Tour to Visit Beautiful Spots with Kimono on! wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Certified by Fukuoka: A Photogenic Tour to Visit Beautiful Spots with Kimono on! if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Fukuoka. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

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