This is a private guided tour report by Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.), a network of 1,000+ government-licensed, English-speaking local guides across all 47 prefectures of Japan.
Tour Itinerary
- 11:00 Moji West Coast Pier No. 1
- 11:10-11:20 Tour of Mojiko Station
- 11:20-11:55 Move to Tanga Market (JR + Monorail)
- 11:55-12:45 Stroll around Tanga Market + Lunch
- 12:45-13:00 Walk to Kokura Castle Garden
- 13:00:14:10 Tea ceremony experience + Tour of the garden and exhibition room
- 14:10-14:25 Move to Kokura Castle through the grounds of Yasaka Shrine
- 14:25-14:50 Kokura Castle
- After that, assist with currency exchange at the bank, and the tour ends after the guests board the train bound for Mojiko at Kokura Station
Tour Itinerary in Detail
Over the course of the day the route took in Moji West Coast Pier No. 1 at 11:00, Mojiko Station at 11:10, Tanga Market (JR + Monorail) at 11:20, Tanga Market + Lunch at 11:55, Walk to Kokura Castle Garden at 12:45, Kokura Castle through the grounds of Yasaka Shrine at 14:10 and Kokura Castle at 14:25.
Travel between the sites was by public transport: Mojiko to Kokura (Fukuoka Prefecture) by train (340JPY); Kokura (Fukuoka Prefecture) to Tanga (100JPY). Across 2 sections the fare came to 590JPY per person.
Title: What Is a Private Kokura Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Tanga Market, Tea Ceremony, and Kokura Castle
The guests were a very lovely group visiting from Oceania. They seemed extremely interested in Tanga Market and took many photos there. They were delighted with how delicious the tuna was at lunch, and even boasted to fellow cruise passengers they met during the tour that they had never tasted such delicious tuna before. They were also very satisfied with the tea ceremony experience, enjoying whisking and tasting the tea. They showed interest in Kokura-ori textiles and kintsugi as well, listening attentively to the explanations. At the final stop, Kokura Castle, they seemed a little tired, so we rested at the café on the top floor before heading to Kokura Station.
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Transportation cost per person
| No. | Transportation | Route | Fare |
| Section 1 | Train | Mojiko～Kokura (Fukuoka Prefecture) | 340JPY |
| Section 2 | Other | Kokura (Fukuoka Prefecture)～Tanga | 100JPY |
| Section 3 | Other | Kokura～Kokura | 150JPY |
| Total | 590JPY | ||
Frequently Asked Questions
Which places does this itinerary cover?
This tour visited Moji West Coast Pier No. 1, Mojiko Station, Tanga Market (JR + Monorail), Tanga Market + Lunch, Walk to Kokura Castle Garden, Kokura Castle through the grounds of Yasaka Shrine and Kokura Castle.
How much did transport cost on this tour?
Public transport came to 590JPY per person across 3 sections. Transport fares are paid by the guests and are not included in the guiding fee.
Is the guide licensed, and what language is the tour in?
Chiharu is a government-licensed national guide-interpreter of Japan and guided this tour in English. Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.) works with more than 1,000 licensed guides across all 47 prefectures. Not affiliated with the Japan Guide Association.
Can the itinerary be changed for my own trip?
Yes. This report describes one private tour as it actually ran. Every Fukuoka itinerary is built around the guests, so the places, the pace and the starting point can all be changed before the tour.
Hallo, my name is Chiharu Horigome. I am a national government-licensed guide interpreter. I was born in Beppu City, Oita Prefecture, and living in Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka Prefecture. I lived for 42 years in Chiba City until April 2023, during that time I worked as a volunteer guide for Narita Airport transit tours. I studied chemistry at university and have over 20 years of experience as a chemical patent translator, so I can also assist with factory tours. My specialty is Japanese culture, especially the tea ceremony, which I have been familiar with since I was a child. In addition, I have a license for kimono dressing. I hope people from other countries feel authentic Japanese culture. I can also help them understand hot springs and sake, including chemical explanations. I am happy to assist you during our tour. If you have any questions about our tour, feel free to ask. I am glad to answer them to the best of my ability! I am looking forward to seeing you.