Kitakyushu Akiyoshido Cave Motonosumi Shrine Tour from Fukuoka
Traveler rating
3.7/5
Based on 3 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Kitakyushu Akiyoshido Cave Motonosumi Shrine Tour from Fukuoka worth booking?
Kitakyushu Akiyoshido Cave Motonosumi Shrine Tour from Fukuoka is a 10-hour experience in Fukuoka, Japan, from $56 per person. It scores 58 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.7/5 rating across 3 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 58 / 100
- Rating
- 3.7/5 (3)
- Duration
- 10 hours
- From
- $56 per person
Come and explore the golden pillars of Akiyoshido Cave, cross Kaki Island Bridge over turquoise seas, and explore the Motonosumi Shrine's iconic torii tunnel with expert guides. Underground wonders contrast with the splendor of the coast: golden stalactites, azure sea bridges, sacred torii gates. Mekari PA, you can enjoy the beautiful view of the Kanmon Strait.The Tsunoshima Bridge is magnificent and spans the blue sea. Local "experienced drivers" provide dependable and considerate services and have a deep understanding of local customs and cultures in Japan.
What you get
About this experience
Come and explore the golden pillars of Akiyoshido Cave, cross Kaki Island Bridge over turquoise seas, and explore the Motonosumi Shrine's iconic torii tunnel with expert guides. Underground wonders contrast with the splendor of the coast: golden stalactites, azure sea bridges, sacred torii gates. Mekari PA, you can enjoy the beautiful view of the Kanmon Strait.The Tsunoshima Bridge is magnificent and spans the blue sea. Local "experienced drivers" provide dependable and considerate services and have a deep understanding of local customs and cultures in Japan.
What's included
Included
- Driver-guide service fee
- Vehicle fuel costs, tolls, and highway tolls
- Vehicle service fees listed in the itinerary
Not included
- Akiyoshido Cave Entrance Fee: 1300 yen/person
- Meals not included. Lunch usually cost 2000 yen/person
What you'll see and do
Mekari Parking Area
There is a observation deck where you can admire the beautiful view of the Kanmon Strait. You can also purchase Kyushu and Shimonoseki special products here.
20 minutes here
Akiyoshido
Akiyoshido Cave - One of the largest limestone caves in the Orient, located at the foot of Akiyoshidai Mountain (about an hour and a half, including lunch time, free time). Please pay for lunch and admission tickets on your own. Akiyoshido Cave, a Natural Monument, is 10.7 kilometers in length. It is the second-longest and one of the largest limestone caves in Japan. It is located 100 meters underground in Akiyoshidai National Park. There is a one-kilometer sightseeing route set inside. Because it is a limestone cave, it is cool all year round with a temperature of 17 degrees. It is very comfortable here, even in summer and winter. The cave has many stalagmites, stalactites, and terraced fields formed by massive limestone formations. These are valuable geological specimens. Akiyoshido Cave was formed over a million years ago. You can sense the long history of the earth and the beauty of the incredible nature here. Please explore this mysterious underground world at your own pace!
120 minutes here · Admission not included
Motonosumi Shrine
Motonosumi shrine was once selected by CNN as one of the most beautiful places in Japan. Motonosumi Shrine, located in Nagato City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, has an endless torii tunnel. These 123 red torii extend all the way along the hillside to the cliff edge, creating a magnificent landscape with the blue sky, green land, and blue ocean. When visiting a shrine, people typically make offerings. However, offering money at Motonosumi Shrine is not easy. The offering box is set on a torii that is 6 meters above the ground. It can be said that investing money into this box is the most challenging in Japan. Successful investors are truly lucky and their wishes have a positive outcome. The breathtaking view of Ryugunoshiofukidai.
40 minutes here
Tsunoshima Ohashi Bridge
The Tsunoshima Bridge, which is frequently featured in TV commercials, is one of the most beautiful bridges in Japan. The Tsunoshima Bridge is accessible to motor vehicles for passage. The 1,780-meter-long bridge spans the blue sea. The beauty of the bridge and the blue sea in harmony is truly remarkable!
30 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Fukuoka
08:30AM Please arrive 10 minutes prior to the scheduled time.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
18:30 Drop-off time is for reference only
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- ja, en, zh-CN
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 30 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Scenic Bend
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The night before the tour, you will receive a departure reminder email in your mailbox, which contains the vehicle registration number, the contact information of the guide and the pick up time. Guides do not initiate contact with guests.Please wait for the bus at the specified location according to the meeting time in the email.
- One day tour, not recommended to bring luggage, if you need to bring luggage, please make a note when registering
- Be sure to provide complete information (name + number of people + phone number + WeChat ID + pick-up location) when making a reservation to avoid errors that may affect the itinerary.
- During the trip, please carry your passport and valuables with you and keep them safe. If there is any loss, theft, damage, etc., you will be responsible for it yourself.
- Elderly people, patients with cardiovascular diseases such as hypertension, heart disease, and pregnant women are advised to be accompanied by relatives.
- This trip does not accept solo registration from customers under the age of 18. If you want to register, please ask your guardian to sign up for this trip together.
- This itinerary is a fixed itinerary for carpooling. Customers who are also participating in this itinerary must abide by the stay time at each attraction and follow the driver's arrangements. If you want to flexibly adjust your itinerary, please refer to our chartered tour service.
- Please note that if you fail to participate or cancel the trip due to personal problems, lateness, etc., no fees will be refunded.
- If a person leaves the group on his own during the trip, the transaction will be deemed invalid and no fees will be refunded. And if this results in personal or property safety, you must bear the consequences yourself.
- The arrival time of each trip may change due to traffic conditions, weather, festivals, and crowds on the day. If the trip is delayed or canceled due to the aforementioned or other force majeure factors, please forgive me and you will not be able to request a refund.
- Please wear light, suitable travel clothing and shoes to participate in this trip.
- Please be sure to abide by local laws and regulations in Japan, and do not carry items prohibited by Japanese law to avoid violating the law and affecting your own rights and interests.
- When moving freely, you should pay attention to your own personal and property safety. If you fail to listen to advice and an accident occurs or causes losses, you will be responsible for the consequences.
- Traffic jams may occur on weekends and red days, so if you are worried about traffic jams, you can avoid joining the tour on weekends or red days.
- Infants aged 0-2 years old without occupying seats are free of charge; please inform the number of infants in advance when placing an order. If you do not specify the number of children under 3 years old without seats in advance, resulting in insufficient space in the car or overcrowding, the driver and guide have the right to refuse to get on the car, and the fee will not be refunded.
- The remaining hours are allotted for the travel time and lunch.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 3 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
1 mentionTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Pace and timing
1 mentionSeveral reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.
Traveler reviews
3 verified traveler reviews for Kitakyushu Akiyoshido Cave Motonosumi Shrine Tour from Fukuoka. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Coco/ gogoday tour
They have to separate the guests with their race cuz the tour guide can explained well. She’s friendly, nice.
Response from the operator: Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us following your recent tour. We are glad to hear that you found our guide to be friendly and nice – we always strive to provide warm and professional service to every guest. We deeply value inclusivity and are committed to creating a welcoming environment for travelers from all over the world. To all our future guests: we welcome you to join our tours, where we are dedicated to providing clear communication, profound cultural insights, and a friendly atmosphere for every participant, regardless of background. We look forward to sharing an unforgettable and seamless experience with you. Thank you again for your kind words about our guide. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back on another tour in the future. Warm regards
via Viator
We would like to inform our customers about the cancellation of the tour due to natural disasters.
From the day before the tour, both Fukuoka and Yamaguchi prefectures became linear precipitation zones and evacuation advisory areas. I was really looking forward to it, so it was very disappointing. Around 8 a.m., when we were scheduled to leave, we received a call from the person in charge (T) to cancel the event. I was asked if it would be postponed or cancelled, so I asked to cancel, but they told me to go to the site and complete the procedure, so I went to the site the next day, but due to the cancellation, there was nothing about the refund and I couldn't contact the help center. As of the 13th, I haven't received any email from my company regarding the refund. I'm in a lot of trouble. We are waiting to hear from you.
Response from the operator: Dear customer, Thank you for choosing us for your tour adventure. As comments cannot be linked to orders, we are unable to verify your order number. Should you wish, you may contact us via Viator's messaging platform to provide further details, and we shall reconfirm with our local colleagues. Please feel free to reach out with any further questions or concerns. Best regards!
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Give it a go!!!
Lena was great! Experience was awesome from start to finish. The caves were amazing to see and the shrine was beautiful.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We are delighted to hear that you had an awesome experience from start to finish and that Lena contributed positively to your tour. It's great to know that you found the caves amazing and the shrine beautiful. We truly appreciate you sharing your positive experience and look forward to welcoming you back for more memorable adventures in the future. We would be honored to extend the same excellent service to other travelers as well! Best regards
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 10 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Scenic Bend, who run 26 experiences we rank across 8 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 56.6.
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Kitakyushu Akiyoshido Cave Motonosumi Shrine Tour from Fukuoka: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Fukuoka.
How much does Kitakyushu Akiyoshido Cave Motonosumi Shrine Tour from Fukuoka cost?
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Prices start at $56 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 Kitakyushu Akiyoshido Cave Motonosumi Shrine Tour from Fukuoka take?
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Plan for about 10 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 Kitakyushu Akiyoshido Cave Motonosumi Shrine Tour from Fukuoka worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 58 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.7/5 across 3 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 Kitakyushu Akiyoshido Cave Motonosumi Shrine Tour from Fukuoka?
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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 Kitakyushu Akiyoshido Cave Motonosumi Shrine Tour from Fukuoka suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 10-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Kitakyushu Akiyoshido Cave Motonosumi Shrine Tour from Fukuoka?
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Around 1 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 10-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Kitakyushu Akiyoshido Cave Motonosumi Shrine Tour from Fukuoka 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 Kitakyushu Akiyoshido Cave Motonosumi Shrine Tour from Fukuoka?
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Included: Driver-guide service fee; Vehicle fuel costs, tolls, and highway tolls; and Vehicle service fees listed in the itinerary. Not included: Akiyoshido Cave Entrance Fee: 1300 yen/person; and Meals not included. Lunch usually cost 2000 yen/person. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Kitakyushu Akiyoshido Cave Motonosumi Shrine Tour from Fukuoka?
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08:30AM Please arrive 10 minutes prior to the scheduled time. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Kitakyushu Akiyoshido Cave Motonosumi Shrine Tour from Fukuoka offered in?
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It is offered in Japanese, English and Chinese. 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 Kitakyushu Akiyoshido Cave Motonosumi Shrine Tour from Fukuoka?
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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 Kitakyushu Akiyoshido Cave Motonosumi Shrine Tour from Fukuoka wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; Not recommended for pregnant travelers; and Elderly people, patients with cardiovascular diseases such as hypertension, heart disease. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Kitakyushu Akiyoshido Cave Motonosumi Shrine Tour from Fukuoka 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.
What do travelers say about Kitakyushu Akiyoshido Cave Motonosumi Shrine Tour from Fukuoka?
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Across 3 reviews averaging 3.7 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works. One thing to know: Several reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.
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