• Fukuoka - 9:00 Your hotel or HAKATA Station, HAKATA Port in Fukuoka city

Upon arrival at the airport, a driver holding a name board will greet you at the arrival gate and escort you to the bus parking area. If applicable, please provide your [arrival flight number] in advance.

• This service departs from Fukuoka city in the morning and arrives at Nagasaki station in the evening. Please note that this is a one-way service with sightseeing stops along the way.

• Imari Okawachiyama - 10:30-11:45 Okawachiyama Village, Otsu-1848 Okawachicho, Imari, Saga

Discover the hidden village of Japan’s elite pottery kilns

Okawachiyama is a secluded pottery village near Imari. Known as the Village of Secret Kilns, it was once an exclusive pottery center producing porcelain ware for Japan’s elite and for export.

Many of the original potters in the village were from Korea, brought over after a military campaign known as the Imjin War in the late 16th century. Their techniques are still evident in the wares available today.

• Michi-no-Eki Kashima - 13:00-14:00 Roadside station Kashima, 4427-6 Otonari, Kashima, Saga

The Ariake Sea, a tidal flat, surrounds this area. A rare marine creature called the “Mutsugoro” can be found here. A telescope at a roadside station along the sea allows you to observe creatures you may have never seen before.

*In winter, this area is lively with oyster huts.

• Yutoku Inari Shrine - 14:15-15:00 Yūtoku Inari Shrine, 1855 Furueda, Kashima, Saga

In 1687, the Yutoku Inari Shrine was constructed at the request of Kazanin Manko-hime, the wife of Lord Nabeshima Naotomo, who ruled the domain of Hizen Kashima. The shrine enshrines the division of the deity Inari Okami, worshiped by the Emperor. This deity, the guardian of food, clothing, and shelter, is widely revered among Japanese people.
The Yutoku Inari Shrine is one of the three most renowned shrines dedicated to Inari. Over three million visitors come annually to pray for good business, family fortune, a large catch, traffic safety, and other blessings. It features the Gohonden, the Okaguraden, the gate, and other magnificent buildings, which are beautifully lacquered and colored; it is often called Nikko Tosho-gu Shrine in Kyushu. The shrine is a major tourist attraction.

• Todoroki Falls - 15:45-16:15 Todoroki Waterfall Park, Hei-163 Ureshinomachi Shimojuku, Ureshino, Saga

The waterfall stands about 11 meters high and consists of three tiers. Walking paths and parks surround the area. Many visitors come to see the cherry blossoms in spring and enjoy the natural coolness in summer. It’s also a perfect spot for a picnic! Ducks often play by the water.

• Omurawan Parking Area Outbound - 16:30-16:45 Nagasaki Highway Omura-bay Parking Area, Higashisonogi, Nagasaki

Omura Bay is also known as “Koto-no-Umi” due to the calm waves along the coastline that resemble the gentle plucking of a Japanese instrument’s strings. This scenic route includes the area around Nagasaki Airport, which floats in the Bay, offering views of airplanes flying at low altitudes. The course stretches 46 kilometers from “Morizono Park” in Omura City to Togitsu Town. “Omura Park” in Omura City hosts a nationally designated cherry blossom tree, “Omurazakura,” along with about 2,000 other cherry blossom trees, making it a popular flower viewing spot. From there, the journey continues along the seaside course overlooking the gentle waters as you travel from Miura to Dozaki. In spring, you will encounter a tunnel of cherry blossoms, while in May, the ride offers views of tangerine flowers.

• Inasayama Observation Deck - 17:45-18:30 Mt. Inasayama Observatory

~ slope car fee￥500/adult
~ Nagasaki Inasayama Slope Car Chufuku Station, 1200 Ohamamachi, Nagasaki

Renowned for the observatory atop Mt. Inasa offering stunning 360-degree views of Nagasaki’s landscape, Inasayama Park also features playgrounds, an outdoor amphitheater, and other attractions. Plan your visit to coincide with colorful flower festivals or the lively atmosphere of a Japanese rock concert.

• Shinchi Chinatown - 19:00 Nagasaki SHINCHI China Town

Enjoy dinner!!
It is recommended to book a hotel near Shinchi Chinatown.
It’s about a one-meter taxi ride to Nagasaki Station.
*This service does not allow waiting for dinner to finish.

Nagasaki Shinchi Chinatown (長崎新地中華街, Nagasaki Shinchi Chūkagai) is the oldest Chinatown in Japan. The district in downtown Nagasaki spans approximately one city block, intersected by lanes, and is home to various shops and restaurants. It is the best place to enjoy Nagasaki’s famous, Chinese-influenced dishes, Chanpon and Sara Udon.
Nagasaki was the only major port open to foreign trade during Japan’s era of isolation, and the Chinese were the only traders allowed in the city alongside the Dutch. Like Dejima for the Dutch, Chinatown was initially a reclaimed island (hence the name Shinchi, literally “new land”) as the place for the Chinese to conduct business.

• 7m length Minibus (21 + 6 seats, no trunk)
• English speaking guide
• toll fees
• parking fees

• slop car fee￥500 (≒3-5 USD)/adult to Mt. Inasayama Observatory
• meal and drink

June marks the beginning of the rainy season in Japan. Travelers visiting Japan from this time until summer are encouraged to visit the waterfall. After enjoying the refreshing experience at the waterfall, guests will be transported to Nagasaki.

For those wishing to visit the waterfall with a group, this tour is an excellent choice! The tour bus provides a comfortable journey throughout, eliminating the need to navigate public transportation. The operators are well-acquainted with the area, ensuring a time-efficient visit to multiple locations.

• The nearby Ariake Sea is a tidal flat, home to the unique marine creature known as the “Mutsugoro.” A telescope at a roadside station along the sea offers a chance to observe these fascinating creatures.

• Inasayama Park is renowned for its observatory on Mt. Inasa, which provides stunning 360-degree views of Nagasaki’s landscape. The park also features playgrounds, an outdoor amphitheater, and various other attractions.

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