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Welcome to Fukuoka, a city of innovation,
creativity, and charming cultureWith its international atmosphere and convenient access, Fukuoka
is a vibrant destination waiting to welcome you. The international
airport and excellent infrastructure make the city easily accessible,
but despite its size and popularity, it prides itself on its laidback culture and exciting landscapes, with beautiful green
spaces and waterfront areas all around.
For many years, Fukuoka has been committed to providing essential
support to innovative startups while also serving as a creative hub forinternational artists. Looking to the future, Fukuoka is also determined
to be an exemplary sustainable city where hospitality and innovation go
hand in hand for the greater good. This underlying approach to ourchanging society, combined with its functional and accommodating
facilities, abundant nature and welcoming environment, makes Fukuoka
an ideal destination for your next MICE event.
We look forward to welcoming you to our city!

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31 CSR & INDUSTRIAL TOURISM福岡
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CULINARY
EXPERIENCES

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FCVB
SUPPORT

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A diverse, inclusive, andsustainable approach to
Fukuoka’s unique culture
and history

Fukuoka places sustainability at the heart of its
MICE activities. With art and craft preservation and adiverse approach to traditional culture, choose fromvarious sustainable programs to unite your team forthe greater good.
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For program inquiries, please contact FCVB:“TEA KABUKI”:
TASTE-ANDGUESS CULTURALTEA EXPERIENCE
Japanese tea has a long and diverse
history behind it, with many regions
across the country having uniquecustoms associated with tea. Fukuoka
is one of Japan’s largest producers
of green tea, like the famous Yametea, and part of that culture is theirtraditional game of Tea Kabuki.
Tea Kabuki was introduced to Japan

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hundreds of years ago, and started
off as a sophisticated game for thearistocracy. Once you’ve played,
you’ll understand why it was popularamong the higher classes, as it
requires a sensitive palette. In thegame, players must taste a tea andtry to guess its flavor by matching it
to a corresponding picture card.
The game uses Fukuoka’s specialty
Yame Tea, and is hosted by popular
Fukuokan tea expert Shoko Takenaka.
This experience is a great way to get
to know Japanese tea, and find out
who has good attention to detailwhen it comes to different tastes.

Multiple venues*
Participants

Bus Drop-off

Max. 40 people

Please inquire

Duration

Accessibility

1 hr.

Please inquire

Languages

Guide dog

JP

Please inquire

Fee
From ¥4,000/person (separate venue charge)*Venue depends on number of participants.
Please inquire.

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For program inquiries, please contact FCVB:DASHI-MAKINGPERFORMANCEAND EXTRAVAGANTSLOW FOOD ATKAYANOYA
Experience Fukuoka’s unique culinary
flavors in a historical setting surroundedby nature. This program invites you
to taste a luxurious Japanese course
meal at the 130-year-old restaurant
Kayanoya, and learn how the food

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is made with their exclusive dashimaking performance.
Dashi, the heart and soul of Japanesecooking, is a light stock that bringsout the umami taste in washoku,
Japan’s famed traditional cuisine.
Observe how it’s made from scratch
at Kayanoya, then enjoy a gorgeously
displayed full course meal cooked toperfection with dashi and various
seasonal ingredients. It is fascinating
to watch dashi stock being madein this classic building representing
decades of Fukuoka’s culture.

After enjoying your meal, head tothe nearby shop and buy as muchdashi as your heart desires. You’ll findplenty of choices, including veganand vegetarian stocks.

KAYANOYA

395-1 Aza Kushiya, Oaza Ino,
Hisayama-machi, Kasuya-gun
35 min by car from Fukuoka Airport
Participants

Bus Drop-off

Max. 40 people

Yes

Duration

Accessibility

3 hrs.

Yes

Languages

Guide dog

JP, EN

Yes

Fee
From ¥700,000**Exclusive MICE plan for groups of 30-40 people

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OKAWA KUMIKO: TRADITIONALWOODCRAFT WORKSHOP
From intricate hemp leaves tocherry blossom petals, “Kumiko”
is the traditional Japanese art ofassembling geometric wood patterns
without using nails. “Okawa Kumiko”
is the name given to Kumiko that has
been made in the city of Okawa inFukuoka Prefecture, using specificlocal techniques that have been
passed down for over 300 years.

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In this workshop, you will be guided
by a member of the renowned
woodworking Nitahara family. The
family owns the Kumiko factory
Nitahara Tategu, and has been in theindustry for over 70 years. They will
walk you through the history andtradition of Okawa Kumiko, and offer
an insight into how this traditional
craft can be used in modern-day
interior design, from folding screensand sliding doors to aesthetic light
fixtures and modern furniture.

can choose a shape before being
given an Okawa Kumiko kit to craft
their own Kumiko coaster. The
workshop offers a good insight
into local crafts and traditions in apeaceful and meditative processof connecting the pieces together.
Participants also leave with their own
meaningful souvenir from the area.

Multiple venues*
Participants

Bus Drop-off

Max. 60 people

Please inquire

Duration

Accessibility

30 minPlease inquire

Languages

Guide dog

JP

Please inquire

Fee
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Different patterns have different
meanings in Kumiko, so participants

From ¥1,500/coaster*Venue depends on number of participants.
Please inquire.

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EMBRACE FUKUOKA’S TRUE COLORS:INCLUSIVE KIMONO EXPERIENCE
Fukuoka has always been aninternational city where people ofvarious nationalities and cultural
backgrounds gather. Today, the city
continues to preserve its value of
diversity and inclusion through theintroduction of various barrier-freeand LGBTQ+ support initiatives. Thiskimono experience is just one great
example of that inclusive mindset.
While many kimono experiences may
have traditionally strict rules andvalues, this Fukuoka spot allows guests
to choose any kimono style, regardlessof gender. After choosing your kimono
and getting fully ready, head out fora pleasant stroll around several of
the city’s landmarks, including the
Fukuoka Castle Ruins and the nearby
Ohori Park, or explore the city further.
Wear it as you wish, head wherever
your heart desires, and enjoy watching
your team’s true colors blossom as you
carry back memories of Fukuoka with
fun group photos.

MY-YOU NO YAKATA

Sannomaru Square, 2-5 Jonai, Chuo-ku
15 min by car from Hakata Sta.
Participants

Bus Drop-off

Max. 50 people

Yes

Duration

Accessibility

From 30 min

Yes

Languages

Guide dog

JP*

Yes

Fee
From ¥3,500/person*Multilingual app translation services available

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RECONNECT WITH YOUR AMBITIOUS
SELF AT FUKUOKA TOY MUSEUM
Filled with 8,000 toys and a warm
atmosphere, the Fukuoka Toy Museum
was built by local craftsmen using
Fukuoka wood and is a fascinating
place to unleash every child andadult’s creative potential.
The program begins with a bare-footfacility tour to experience the woodwith all senses. Then it leads into acompetitive team-building challenge:
strategically stack up “tsumiki” wooden
blocks as high as possible to win thebest team award. Is your team in it to
win it? This challenge’s playful nature
will make your team joke and laugh,
and all the joys of childhood will comerushing back — along with discoveries
about your team’s unleashed potential.
The final challenge will involve theteams participating in a creative
wooden coaster workshop featuring
the delicate “Okawa Kumiko” Fukuoka
traditional handicraft. The program
also includes a group donation,
which will be allocated to various

sustainable purposes, including museum
maintenance and support for welfare
and cultural activities. As a token of
appreciation, groups will have theirname engraved on a wooden block,which will be displayed at the museum.

FUKUOKA TOY MUSEUM

Fukuoka LaLaPort Oval Park, 6-23-1
Naka, Hakata-ku
15 min by car from Fukuoka Airport
Participants

Bus Drop-off

Max. 40 people

Yes

Duration

Accessibility

2 hrs.

Yes

Languages

Guide dog

JP, EN, KO

Yes

Fee*
¥3,500/person

Donation:¥10,000/group

Additional facility and orientation room expenses:¥12,000/group

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ARTBAR FUKUOKA: CREATIVE PAINTING
AND LOCAL SAKE EXPERIENCEArtBar Fukuoka is a lively interactive
program that lets you explore thediverse personality of Fukuoka andyour team through traditional art anddelicious local sake. In this workshop,
you join session of “suibokuga,” a classic
Japanese art style, sometimes called“ink wash painting” in English.
In the session, you’ll be guided byexperienced instructors and use ink
to recreate an iconic scene from the
Choju-jinbutsu-giga, a famous set offour scrolls depicting animals andhumans frolicking together. The scrolls
are thought to have been created in
the 12th century and are often credited
as the oldest Japanese manga.
The workshop uses traditional Fukuoka
washi paper, and participants will betreated to locally produced sake to
get their creative juices flowing. From
start to finish, the experience is full of
Fukuoka character and offers several
ways to learn about and support the
production of local crafts and goods.

Multiple venues*
Participants

Bus Drop-off

Max. 40 people

Please inquire

Duration

Accessibility

1.5 hrs.

Please inquire

Languages

Guide dog

JP, EN

Please inquire

Fee
From ¥7,000/person(separate venue charge)*Venue depends on number of participants.
Please inquire.

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WAGASHI MAKING:HAKATA FOOD WORKSHOPA delicious snack beautifully craftedto display the changes of seasons andthe elegance of tradition, “wagashi”
is the intricate process of Japanese
confectionery making. Though variedin shape, color, and taste, wagashi are
typically made of mochi rice and sweet
bean paste and are served with green tea.
One of Fukuoka’s longest-running
Hakata-style confectionery makers is
Ishimura Manseido. The company is best
known for their bestselling “Tsurunoko,”an egg-shaped marshmallow filled withyellow sweet bean paste.
In the workshop, you can make yourown wagashi under the guidance ofexperts from Ishimura Manseido. They
will guide you step-by-step throughthe process, from kneading the mochi
dough to filling and molding it into
intricate Japanese-style designs. At theend of the workshop, you can savor
your wagashi creation or choose to
take it back to admire it a little longer.

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ISHIMURA MANSEIDO
BON’ CINQ THE PARLOR

1F, 3-2-12 Nakasu, Hakata-ku
10 min by car from JR Hakata Sta.
Participants

Bus Drop-off

Max. 15 people

Please inquire

Duration

Accessibility

2 hrs.*

Please inquire

Languages

Guide dog

JP

Please inquire

Fee
From ¥5,400/person (separate venue charge)
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*The program can be held any 2 hours between
1pm-3:30pm, outside regular business hours.

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TEAM BUILDING

Get competitive, stayathletic, and emerge
more united than everin Fukuoka

Team building is essential to any MICE activity, andFukuoka is the perfect city to bring out your team’s
A-game. Choose from a variety of engaging andmemorable activities and get ready to inspire yourteam in the heart of the city.
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TEAM BUILDING
For program inquiries, please contact FCVB:FUKUOKA

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WALKING TOUR:CITY MISSION EXPEDITIONTEAM BUILDING THROUGHJAPANESE DANCE:TEAM DANCE BATTLE

Divide into teams and travel around Hakata and Tenjin
on foot or by train to build team spirit and a senseof unity by completing missions in different areas.
Do sightseeing and team building at the same time
while exploring the city. Photos and videos taken at
the mission spots can be shown at the wrap-up party,
along with a mini awards ceremony.

Taught by the renowned Japanese masked dance
team, Dazaifu-Mahorobashu, this team-building activity
allows participants to learn the art of Japanese danceand choreography. Each team will make their own
choreographed dance to share at the end. This formof team competition encourages creativity and helps
improve communication and individual performance,
contributing to achieving larger team goals.

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DAZAIFU-MAHOROBASHU

Multiple venues*

Multiple venues*

Participants

Bus Drop-off

Accessibility

Participants

Bus Drop-off

Accessibility

20-200 people

Please inquire

Please inquire

6-50 people

Please inquire

Please inquire

Duration

Languages

Guide dog

Duration

Languages

Guide dog

4-6 hrs.

JP, EN, CH

Please inquire

2.5 hrsJP

Please inquire

Fee
Varies by group size. Approx. ¥5,000-15,000/person(Min. fee ¥500,000 + tax)

*This activity is conducted at multiple locations. Please inquire.

Fee¥60,000 (up to 10 people)¥6,000/person for over 10 people*This activity can be held at locations specified by participants.
Please inquire.

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For program inquiries, please contact FCVB:FUKUOKA

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KENDO SWORD EXPERIENCE:
BECOME A SAMURAININJA EXPERIENCE:
BRING OUT YOUR TEAM’SHIDDEN SKILLS

Experience kendo with your team and learn about
the spirit of harmony this traditional sport conveys.
The program will begin with an explanation of kendo
and etiquette by a kendo master, followed by basic
practice and hands-on experience of kendo techniques.
A selected member from the group will wear the kendo
equipment and do a demonstration match with the
instructor.

We all have one ninja on our team, whether we know
it or not. This experience lets you discover your teammembers’ secret talents, endurance and observation
skills by becoming ninjas for a day. Experience sword
fighting and shuriken throwing in a true ninja style,followed by an impressive ninja show at the end to getyour fill of ninja drama!

EVENT SERVICES, INC.

PLANDOMultiple venues*

Multiple venues*

Participants

Bus Drop-off

Accessibility

Participants

Bus Drop-off

Accessibility

20-200 people

Please inquire

Please inquire

50-300 people

Please inquire

Please inquire

Duration

Languages

Guide dog

Duration

Languages

Guide dog

2 hrs.

JP, EN, CH

Please inquire

1-3 hrs.

JP, EN

Please inquire

Fee
Varies by group size. Approx. ¥5,000-15,000/person(Min. fee ¥50,000 + tax)

*This activity is conducted at multiple locations. Please inquire.

Fee
Please inquire*This activity can be held at locations specified by participants.
Please inquire.

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SEASIDE SPORTS:
BUILD TEAM SPIRITBY THE SEATEAM VEGETABLE PICKING:
MAKE A DELICIOUS CURRY

Host a one-of-a-kind sports day with a view of theocean on the beautiful lawn of THE LUIGANS Spa &Resort. This is the perfect venue for an athletic teambuilding exercise to motivate the group to achieveeven more outstanding results together. End yourevent with a well-deserved lunch or a rejuvenating
stay at the hotel.

THE LUIGANS Spa & Resort has its own farm, and in
this activity, you can harvest vegetables from that farmand make a special curry with the hotel chef using
those freshly-picked ingredients. This is an excellent
opportunity to harvest the fruit of your team’s laborand cook a delicious new project together.

THE LUIGANS SPA & RESORTTHE LUIGANS SPA & RESORT

18-25 Saitozaki, Higashi-ku
30 min by car from JR Hakata Sta.

18-25 Saitozaki, Higashi-ku
30 min by car from JR Hakata Sta.

Participants

Bus Drop-off

Accessibility

Participants

Bus Drop-off

Accessibility

Please inquire

Yes

Yes

Min. 3 people

Yes

No

Duration

Languages

Guide dog

Duration

Languages

Guide dog

From 1 hr.

JP

Yes

4 hrs.*

JP

Yes

Fee
From ¥50,000/hour + optional extras

Fee¥5,800-7,500/person*Depends on group size

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TAIKO EXPERIENCE:
FEEL THE RHYTHM OF
TRADITIONFUKUOKA DELIGHTS:
JAPANESE PASTRY MAKINGWITH YOUR TEAMWork up some team spirit with an energetic taiko
drumming session. This program can be held at various
hotels and venues in the city, including WeBase Hakata
Hostel or local temples. Learn some basic beats,then work as a team to create your own song, all thewhile wearing traditional “happi” coats. At the end of
the program, all members will receive a certificate of
wadaiko workshop completion.

Learn the intricate craft of delicious Japanese-style
sweet treats from a local pastry expert. From cookies todecorative cakes, THE LUIGANS Spa & Resort chef will
guide your team through the appetizing process. This
experience offers an opportunity to explore your creativity
through baking, have fun, and get to know each otherbetter, with something delicious to share along the way.

WADAIKO JAPANTHE LUIGANS SPA & RESORT

5-9 Tenyamachi, Hakata-ku (WeBase Hakata*)
10 min by car from JR Hakata Sta.

18-25 Saitozaki, Higashi-ku
30 min by car from JR Hakata Sta.

Participants

Bus Drop-off

Accessibility

Participants

Bus Drop-off

Accessibility

20-60 people

Please inquire

Please inquire

Max. 10 people

Yes

Yes

Duration

Languages

Guide dog

Duration

Languages

JP, EN

Please inquire

3 hrs.

JP

Guide dog

2 hrs.

Fee
From ¥5,000/person*This is an example location. This activity can be held at locations specified byparticipants. Please inquire.

Yes

Fee
¥5,000/person

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Embrace timelessJapanese traditions
from a new perspective

Japan is brimming with deeply-rooted traditions
and customs, and Fukuoka is no exception. Fromtraditional crafts and performances to contemporary
sports landmark tours, we’ve put together a selectionof cultural and sports activities that are unique tothe city and for your enjoyment.

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teamLab Forest Fukuoka, Kyushu © teamLab

HAKATA DOLL MAKING:BOOST YOUR CREATIVITY
WITH TRADITIONAL CRAFTSBOSS E・ZO FUKUOKA:AN INDOOR AMUSEMENTPARK TO INSPIRE CREATIVITY

Traditional Hakata dolls have been made in Fukuoka
for over 400 years, and now you can personalize andpaint your very own. Get to know Hakata’s history andculture by painting an unglazed ceramic doll that you
can take home as a memento of your visit. You can also
try your hand at painting a Hakata Koma spinning top,
Hakata papier-mâché, and more.

BOSS E・ZO FUKUOKA is an entertainment facility
filled with exhilarating and innovative experiences.
Immerse yourself in the interactive spaces createdby renowned art collective teamLab with its digitized
designs and light shows. Or get an adrenaline rush at
one of the facility’s roller coaster-inspired activities.
Then take a break at one of the cafes or food halls!

HAKATAMACHIYA FURUSATOKANBOSS E・ZO FUKUOKA

6-10 Reisenmachi, Hakata-ku
5 min by car from JR Hakata Sta.

2-2-6 Jigyohama, Chuo-ku
15 min by car from JR Hakata Sta.

Participants

Bus Drop-off

Accessibility

Participants

1-40 people

Yes

Yes

Varies byattraction

Duration

Languages

Guide dog

1.5 hrs.

JP

Yes

Fee
¥1,700/person + additional instructor fee

Fee

Accessibility

Varies byattraction

Varies byattraction

Duration

Languages

Guide dog

1-2 hrs.

JP*

Varies byattraction

Bus Drop-off
Parking available depending on visiting dates*Multilingual app translation services available

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OMOTENASHI BUSHOTAI:SAMURAI CULTURE ANDFUKUOKA HISTORYYANAGAWA RIVER CRUISE:EXPLORE YANAGAWACASTLE’S ANCIENT MOAT

Let your group be welcomed to Fukuoka in a truly
memorable way by the city’s famed Omotenashi
Bushotai performance group. They will greet you
dressed as Fukuoka samurai commanders like Kuroda
Kanpei, a prominent daimyo lord, who, along with his
son Nagamasa is credited for building the foundationsof Fukuoka. The performers also lead other programs,
including a stage performance and history lectures.

Take a break from modern transportation and opt foranother, much more tranquil way to take in the city
landscapes. Hop on a sightseeing tour through theserene moat built around Yanagawa Castle around 420
years ago. This leisurely boat ride is an excellent way
for people of all ages to enjoy the historical scenery.
Watch the scenery pass you by as you listen to theboatman’s songs and explanations.

Multiple venues*

SHOGETSU PUNTING STATION C/OYANAGAWA KANKO KAIHATSU K.K.

329 Mitsuhashimachi Takahatake, Yanagawa City
1.5 hours by car from JR Hakata Sta.

Participants

Bus Drop-off

Languages

Participants

Bus Drop-off

Accessibility

Please inquire

Please inquireJP

1-120 people

Yes

Yes

Accessibility

Duration

Languages

Guide dog

1 hr.

JP, EN

Yes

Duration

Greeting from 1.5 hrs.; Fukuoka Castle
historic spots tour from 2 hrs.;
Performance 15 min.

Fee

Greeting from ¥45,000; Fukuoka Castle
historic spots tour from ¥45,000-¥80,000;
Performance from ¥80,000

Please inquire

Guide dog
Please inquire*This activity can be held at locations specified by participants.
Please inquire.

Fee

Regular boat ride: Adults ¥1,800, Children ¥900
Private boat ride: 1-6 people ¥13,800, over 7 people additional ¥1,800/person

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HAKATA-ORI: LEARNABOUT THE TRADITIONAL
CRAFT OF HAKATA TEXTILESHAKYO AND ZAZEN:
EXPERIENCE THE TRANQUILITY
OF ANCIENT ARTS

Hakata-ori is a beautiful traditional textile that has beenmuch loved since the Edo period. The textiles are still
made to this day, and visitors can tour the workshop
where they are created. There are also educational
materials to learn about the history of Hakata-ori, andexhibits to see traditional kimono and modern Hakataori items. Tour participants can buy Hakata-ori products
at exclusive manufacturer prices.

Shakyo is the act of carefully copying the sutras that
contain the teachings of the Buddha. It is believed thatby taking the time to write the characters one by one,
you will gradually embrace peaceful tranquility. You
can also participate in a Zen meditation experience.
The activity can be held at THE LUIGANS Spa & Resortor the nearby Shogonji Temple. At the hotel, food andaccommodation can be provided.

HAKATAORI KOUGEIKAN

THE LUIGANS SPA & RESORT3-51-22 Odo, Nishi-ku
25 min by car from JR Hakata Sta.

18-25 Saitozaki, Higashi-ku
30 min by car from JR Hakata Sta.

Participants

Bus Drop-off

Accessibility

Participants

Bus Drop-off

Accessibility

Max. 50 people

Yes*

Yes

Min. 12 people

Yes

No

Duration

Languages

1 hr.

JP

Guide dog

Duration

Languages

Guide dog

No

From 1 hr.

JP, EN

No

Fee
Free

*Permit application required in advanceFee¥3,000/person (1 hr.), ¥3,500/person (1.5 hrs.)

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TEA CEREMONY:LEARN THE JAPANESE WAY
OF TEA

PRAYER BEAD MAKING:
MAKE A PERSONALMEMENTO

Experience a traditional tea ceremony at Shogonji,a Zen Buddhist temple. This is not the simple act ofsipping matcha tea but rather embracing the practiceof pouring the tea, one step, one pace at a time, in a
traditional ceremonious way. Accommodation andfood can be arranged upon request at the nearby hotel,
THE LUIGANS Spa & Resort.

Using old wood and natural stones from around thetemple, you can make your own Buddhist prayer beads.
Once made, you can take them home as a mementoof your time in Fukuoka. This activity can be held at
THE LUIGANS Spa & Resort or at the nearby Shogonji
Temple. At the hotel, accommodation and food canalso be provided upon request.

THE LUIGANS SPA & RESORTTHE LUIGANS SPA & RESORT

18-25 Saitozaki, Higashi-ku
30 min by car from JR Hakata Sta.

18-25 Saitozaki, Higashi-ku
30 min by car from JR Hakata Sta.

Participants

Bus Drop-off

Accessibility

Participants

Bus Drop-off

Accessibility

Min. 12 people

Yes

No

Min. 6 people

Yes

No

Duration

Languages

40 min

JP, EN

Guide dog

Duration

Languages

Guide dogNo

40 min

JP, ENNo

Fee¥3,000/person(includes instructions, matcha, and Japanese sweets)

Fee¥3,000/person (hotel), ¥3,500/person (temple)

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WASHOKU ILLUSIONS:RECREATE YOUR FAVORITE“FAKE” JAPANESE FOOD

SAKE BREWERY TOUR:ALL ABOUT NIHONSHU AND
SHOCHU AT KITAYA BREWERY

Did you know that “food replicas,” the wax foodsamples used in store displays, is a craft that originatedin Japan? In this program, you can experience making
your unique, incredibly realistic “fake” Japanese dishor sweets and learn about the meticulous techniques
used in its creation. The results won’t be edible, but
your hunger for creativity and cultural experience will
surely be satisfied.

Visit an esteemed sake brewery that received the Champion
Sake top prize at the International Wine Challenge 2013,and continues to make delicious drinks year on year. On
the tour you can see how the sake is made, and learn
about the different customs and traditions associated withthe process. You can of course sample sake and shochu,
too, or buy a bottle that catches your eye.
*Inside tours unavailable on some days.

SAMPLE RIKI

KITAYA

4-20-30 Kashihara, Minami-ku
30 min by car from JR Hakata Sta.

374 Motomachi, Yame City
1 hr. by car from Fukuoka Airport

Participants

Bus Drop-off

Accessibility

Participants

Bus Drop-off

Accessibility

Max. 40 people

Yes

Yes

1-10 people

Yes

Yes

Duration

Languages

Guide dog

Duration

Languages

Guide dog

1.5 hrs.

JP

Yes

30 minJP

No

FeeFrom ¥1,650/person

Fee
Free

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CULTURE & SPORTS
For program inquiries, please contact FCVB:

mpf@welcome-fukuoka.or.jp

FUKUOKA

092-733-0101

IAIDO: LEARN THE
MARTIAL ART OF QUICKSWORD DRAWINGKIMONO RENTAL:EXPLORE FUKUOKA IN
TRADITIONAL ATTIRE

The art of Iaido has a history going back 340 years,
and is a Japanese martial art that focuses on the quickdrawing of a sword to respond to sudden attacks. In thisexperience, people of all ages can make their first step
into the world of Iaido by learning etiquette, breathing
techniques, posture, and footwork. End the experienceby impressing other participants with a blade test cut!

Dress up in a beautiful kimono set from head to toe,including accessories, and explore the Hakata Old
Town. The Old Town is lined with an impressive 400
shrines and temples in just one square kilometer. Spendno time getting dressed up and see where the streetstake you on a walk packed with culture! Yukata wear isavailable from June to September instead of kimono.

CLASSYKOFUKOFU*

Multiple venues*

7-3-1 Reisenmachi, Hakata-ku
5 min by car from JR Hakata Sta.

Participants

Bus Drop-off

Accessibility

Participants

Bus Drop-off

Accessibility

1-30 people

Please inquire

Please inquire

1-5 people**

No

Please inquire

Duration

Languages

Guide dog

Duration

Languages

JP

Please inquire

Between
10am-8pm

JP

Guide dog

1 hr. 10 min.

Fee
From ¥15,000/person*This activity can be held at locations specified by participants. Please inquire.

Please inquire

Fee
Kimono: ¥6,050/person, Yukata: ¥4,900/person*This is a walking program that covers multiple locations. Inquire for details.
**Up to 2 men per group due to limited number of male kimono

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For program inquiries, please contact FCVB:

mpf@welcome-fukuoka.or.jp

FUKUOKA

092-733-0101

WADAIKO DRUMMING SHOW:
MAKE MUSIC WITH A
RENOWNED TAIKO GROUPSOY DELICIOUS!
SUSHI MAKING BY THE SEA

Japan Marvelous is a renowned musical group thathave played memorable performances far and wide,
including the 2019 Rugby World Cup in Fukuoka. Thesefamous performers will be your team’s instructors,
showing you the ways of the taiko drums to work up
some team spirit. A performance from the experts caneven be arranged to complement the experience.

When it comes to sushi, location matters just as taste
does. This program takes you to a fantastic spot right by
the sea, where your team can experience making sushi
under the guidance of a professional sushi chef. Have
your own freshly-made sushi for lunch, and receive a
certificate of completion along with an original towel
as a souvenir.

JAPAN MARVELOUS

MHI FUKUOKA CO., LTD. /BUDOUNOKI SUSHIYATAI UMINOIRO

Hakata Kyogakukan
6-12 Shimogofukumachi, Hakata-ku
10 min by car from JR Hakata Sta.

4-10-10 Nishifukuma, Fukutsu City
40 min by car from JR Hakata Sta.

Participants

Bus Drop-off

Accessibility

Participants

Bus Drop-off

Accessibility

5-20 people*

Please inquireYes

10-50 people

Yes

Yes

Duration

Languages

Guide dog

Duration

Languages

Guide dog

1 hr.

JP, ENNo

2 hrs.

JP, EN

Please inquire

Fee

Fee

From ¥3,000/person

From ¥6,000/person*Please inquire for more than 20 people

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For program inquiries, please contact FCVB:

mpf@welcome-fukuoka.or.jp

FUKUOKA

092-733-0101

©SBH

©SBH

FUKUOKA PAYPAY DOME
TOUR: BASEBALL BEHIND
THE SCENES ACCESSFUKUOKA ON WHEELS:CYCLE THROUGH THE SEA
ON SHIKA ISLAND

Japan has a huge baseball fanbase and Fukuoka is no
exception. The famous PayPay Dome is the city’s bestknown baseball field, and this program lets you enjoya special behind-the-scenes look at its main facilities.
The guided tour allows you to see areas you wouldn’t
usually have access to, such as locker rooms and thebullpen, where you can even catch an up-close glimpseof the players during practice.

Grab a sports bike and go on an unforgettable pictureperfect cycling tour of Shika Island and Uminonakamichi
Seaside Park, where traditional scenes and luscious
landscapes surround you. Blessed with spectacular sea
vistas and luscious greenery on each side, you’ll findthis cycling route difficult to forget.

PAYPAY DOMESHIKASHIMA CYCLE

2-2-2 Jigyohama, Chuo-ku
15 min by car from JR Hakata Sta.

417-1 Shikashima, Higashi-ku
30 min by car from JR Hakata Sta.

Participants

Bus Drop-off

Accessibility

Participants

Bus Drop-off

Accessibility

Max. 100 people*

No

1-50 people

Yes

No

Guide dog

Duration

Languages

Guide dog

1 hr.*

Parkingavailable
depending on
visiting dates

No

3 hrs.

JP, ENNo

Fee

Languages

Duration¥1,600/person**Depends on tour

JP, EN, CH,
KO

Fee¥2,000-4,000/bike

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CULTURE & SPORTS
For program inquiries, please contact FCVB:

mpf@welcome-fukuoka.or.jp

EXERCISE AND
ENTERTAINMENT ATNOBOLTFUKUOKA

092-733-0101

NO-FUSS DAY CAMP:A FUN FUKUOKA FOREST BBQ[STANDARD PLAN]

Work up a sweat in one of Japan’s largest indoor experiencefacilities, where exercise meets entertainment. The entire
facility totals an area of approximately 4,000㎡ and has
16 different activities to choose from. Each activity gets
your team working together in fun and creative ways,
and some even use digital technology for a whole newexperience. It’s time for some fun muscle stretching!

Make the most of Fukuoka’s abundant nature withan outdoor BBQ and day camp. This is a simple way
to get your team talking and boost team spirit on
any business trip. To ensure an enjoyable experience
regardless of the weather, there are also various
alternative activities for rainy days.

NOBOLT

MHI FUKUOKA CO., LTD. /OMINEYAMA CAMPING FIELD

2-10-76 Odo, Nishi-ku
25 min by car from JR Hakata Sta.

1110 Watari, Fukutsu City
40 min by car from JR Hakata Sta.

Participants

Bus Drop-off

Accessibility

Participants

Bus Drop-off

Accessibility

1-80 people

Yes

Please inquire

10-100 people

Yes

Yes

Duration

Languages

Guide dog

Duration

Languages

Guide dog

2 hrs.

JP

Please inquire

4-6 hrs.

JP, EN

Please inquireFee¥3,200/person*Discount for groups over 20 people

Fee
From ¥3,980/person (Separate all-you-can-drink plan available)

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CULTURE & SPORTS
For program inquiries, please contact FCVB:

mpf@welcome-fukuoka.or.jp

FUKUOKA

092-733-0101

NO-FUSS DAY CAMP:A FUN FUKUOKA FOREST BBQ[PREMIUM PLAN]

A step above standard, the No-Fuss Day Camp’s
Premium plan includes an array of extra activities.
In addition to the forest BBQ, participants can enjoy
two short mountain hikes that take them to themountain summit, which offers a spectacular sightof the World Heritage Site of Okinoshima. Activities
like fruit picking and onsen visits can also be added
depending on the season.

MHI FUKUOKA CO., LTD. /OMINEYAMA CAMPING FIELD
1110 Watari, Fukutsu City
40 min by car from JR Hakata Sta.
Participants

Bus Drop-off

Accessibility

10-100 people

Yes

Yes

Duration

Languages

Guide dog

4-6 hrs.

JP, EN

Please inquire

Fee
From ¥5,980/person (separate all-you-can-drink plan available)

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EXPERIENCES

Eat, meet and linkin Fukuoka,
Japan’s vibrant foodsanctuary

From tempting noodles to bountiful barbecues,
Fukuoka is a gourmet city filled with delicious foodand vibrant culinary culture. We’ve prepared a rangeof programs that take you and your team on a flavorfuljourney through the city’s best culinary adventures.
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For program inquiries, please contact FCVB:

mpf@welcome-fukuoka.or.jp

FUKUOKA

092-733-0101

BBQ BY THE SEA:SPECIALLY SELECTEDINGREDIENTS WITH A VIEWFRUIT PICKING:ENJOY THE SEASONALFRUITS OF KURUME

Have a memorable evening BBQ at Fukuoka’s beautiful
national park, Umi-no-Nakamichi, with fantastic viewsof the sea and the city townscape. THE LUIGANS
Spa & Resort chef will make a special selection ofingredients for your exclusive BBQ experience on the
hotel’s spacious lawn. Make the night extra special with
optional fireworks, and have a fun evening as a team.

An hour drive from central Fukuoka, Kurume City isfamous for its delicious fruit farming, particularly its
juicy dark red Kyoho grapes. There are also strawberries,
persimmons, pears, figs, blueberries, and so muchmore. And what better way to taste these for the firsttime than harvest them yourself? Pick different fruits
depending on the season, and give your tastebuds atreat.

THE LUIGANS SPA & RESORTKURUME BUREAU OF TOURISM AND
INTERNATIONAL EXCHANGE

18-25 Saitozaki, Higashi-ku
30 min by car from JR Hakata Sta.

Multiple venues*
Approx. 1 hr. by car from Fukuoka Airport

Participants

Bus Drop-off

Accessibility

Participants

Bus Drop-off

Accessibility

20-500 people

Yes

Yes

Group visits
available

Yes

Yes

Duration

Languages

Guide dog

Duration

Languages

Guide dog

2 hrs.

JP

Yes

1 hr.

JP, EN

Yes

Fee¥6,500-8,000/person

Fee
Strawberry picking ¥2,500/person*This activity is held at various farms in Kurume. All conditions vary per farm.
Please inquire.

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CULINARY EXPERIENCES
For program inquiries, please contact FCVB:

mpf@welcome-fukuoka.or.jp

FUKUOKA

092-733-0101

FUKUOKA FOOD AND
CULTURE MUSEUM:
ALL ABOUT HAKATA CUISINEMARUTEN MAKING:A TASTE OF FUKUOKA’S
FAMED FISH CAKES

One of Hakata’s famous foods is karashi mentaiko, aspicy cod roe used in a variety of dishes. At the Fukuoka
Food and Culture Museum, not only can you learn
about Fukuoka’s culture and cuisine, but you can also
experience making the karashi mentaiko for yourself.
Explore Fukuoka and Hakata with all of your senses!

Maruten is a local fish paste cake often served withudon noodles in Fukuoka. The fish cake is made byadding various ingredients to fish paste and then deepfrying it in a circular shape. It can be personalized toyour taste by adding different ingredients, which youthen put into a circular mold. Once done, you can enjoy
your fresh maruten with udon noodles at the restaurant!

FUKUOKA FOOD AND CULTURE MUSEUM
HAKU HAKU

2-14-28 Sharyo, Higashi-ku
15 min by car from JR Hakata Sta.

MINEMATSU-HONKE
1-9-34 Ryugeji, Hakata-ku
15 min by car from Fukuoka Airport

Participants

Bus Drop-off

Accessibility

Participants

Bus Drop-off

Accessibility

1-120 people

Yes

Yes

1-8 people

Yes

No

Duration

Languages

Guide dog

Duration

Languages

Guide dog

30-40 min

JP, KO, CH,
EN

Yes

1 hr.

JP

Yes

Fee

Fee

Museum entry: ¥300/person, Cod roe making: ¥2,000/person
Free entrance for visitors under elementary school age¥2,000/person

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Where there’s a thriving
business culture, there’s
engaging industrial
tourism

Fukuoka, often referred to as ‘the gateway to Asia,’
is a booming metropolis with a fascinating, diverse,
and welcoming business culture. Explore Fukuoka’s
industries and learn more about its business environment
in the process.
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For program inquiries, please contact FCVB:

mpf@welcome-fukuoka.or.jp

福岡
FUKUOKA

092-733-0101

REFORESTATION AND
COASTAL CLEAN UP:
GIVE BACK TO NATUREFUKUOKA HYDROGENSTATION: EXPLORE FUKUOKA’SNEW GREEN ENERGY

Use your visit as an opportunity to give back to natureand stay active with volunteering activities on Fukuoka’scoasts and green areas. The region is full of beautiful
spaces that need a bit of help, and with these activities
your team can participate in tree planting and underbrushclearing in the luscious national park. Or head to thecoast for garbage collecting and coastal clean-ups asa part of your Corporate Social Responsibilities (CSR).

Fukuoka is determined to become a hydrogen-fuelledsociety, and as part of that, they have created theworld’s first hydrogen station that produces hydrogenfrom sewage water. The energy can be used by eco cars,or FCVs (fuel cell vehicles). Participate in the Fukuoka
Hydrogen Station tour to learn about that technology
and see it for yourself.

UMINONAKAMICHI SEASIDE PARKFUKUOKA HYDROGEN STATION

18-25 Saitozaki, Higashi-ku
30 min by car from JR Hakata Sta.

2-2-1 Aratsu, Chuo-ku
10 min by car from JR Hakata Sta.

Participants

Bus Drop-off

Accessibility

Participants

Bus Drop-off

Accessibility

10-100 people

Yes

No

Max. 50 people

Yes

Yes

Duration

Languages

Guide dog

Duration

Languages

Guide dog

2 hrs.

JP

Yes

1 hr.

JP

Yes

Fee

Fee

Free

Free

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For program inquiries, please contact FCVB:

mpf@welcome-fukuoka.or.jp

福岡
FUKUOKA

092-733-0101

MAMIZU PIER: EXPLOREFUKUOKA’S INDUSTRY AT
THE DESALINATION CENTERTOYOTA MOTOR KYUSHU:GET A CLOSE-UP LOOK AT
LEXUS PRODUCTION

Water is an invaluable resource, and with Fukuoka’s
excellent location surrounded by the sea, it’s not
surprising that it has one of Japan’s largest desalination
facilities to turn that seawater into freshwater. Thisis a great location to learn about Fukuoka’s varied
industries, where you can explore the technology andeven taste test the difference between tap water andthe desalinated water.

The luxury car brand, Lexus, is known the world over, andone of its largest manufacturing plants is located righthere in Kyushu. At the Miyata Plant you can see up-closethe expert craftsmanship that goes into each quality car.
At the mini theater you can see the production processof the cars from start to finish, or visit the practice area
for a hands-on experience of the craft.
*On-site factory tours are temporarily suspended until further notice.

DESALINATION CENTER - MAMIZU PIERTOYOTA MOTOR KYUSHU

1302-122 Nata, Higashi-ku
20 min by car from JR Hakata Sta.

1 Kamiaruki, Miyawaka City
45 min by car from Fukuoka Airport

Participants

Bus Drop-off

Accessibility

Participants

Bus Drop-off

Accessibility

1-30 people

Yes

Yes

Unlimited*

Yes

Yes

Duration

Languages

Guide dog

Duration

Languages

Guide dog

1.5 hrs.

JP

Please inquire

0.5-1 hr.

JP

Yes

Fee

Fee

Free

Free

*For group visits, please inquire in advance.

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FUKUOKAFUKUOKA CITY
INTERNATIONAL TOURAND TRAINING SUPPORTThis customizable program is suitable for professionals
looking for training and/or FAM tours in Fukuoka City.
The Fukuoka Asian Urban Research Center is a place
to further your knowledge of Asian Urban policy andstrategy and can support your needs by providing
various training programs, familiarization tours andworkshops that cover five primary industries andareas: urban landscape, welfare, water resources,
environment, and disaster prevention. The programs
can also be customized to suit your needs.
Industry

Venue

Urban LandscapeIsland City

WelfareFukuoka City Citizen Welfare Plaza

Water Resources

Chubu Sewage Treatment Center

Environment

The Seibu (Nakata) Landfill Site Fukuoka Method

Disaster Prevention

Fukuoka Citizen’s Disaster Prevention Center

Fukuoka Asian Urban Research Center
urc.or.jp			
Tel: 092-710-6441		

training@urc.or.jp
092-710-6433

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Ready to visit Fukuoka but not sure where to start?
Let us help!
The Fukuoka Convention & Visitors Bureau offers various support
programs and subsidies for conventions, conferences and businessevents held in Fukuoka. Take a look at our tour plans and benefits,
and if you have any questions, our team is always happy to help.
We look forward to providing you with the support and information
you need to organize your next successful event in Fukuoka!

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Published in March 2023.
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