[Yamaguchi] Fukuoka Kanmon Bridge and Motonosumi Shrine Guided Tour

• **Affected by seasonal sunset times: In winter, take the cable car to enjoy the night view; in summer, the sunset is later, so the cable car ride mostly offers sunset or twilight scenery.**
• * Depart from Fukuoka and visit representative attractions in Kitakyushu in one day, easily enjoying coastal and city views.
• * Cross the [Kanmon Bridge] connecting Honshu and Kyushu, and admire the magnificent strait scenery from the car window.
• * Step into the bustling [Karato Market] to taste fresh seafood sushi and experience the authentic port atmosphere.
• * Visit the dreamy [Motonosumi Shrine], where 123 red torii gates wind into the sea, capturing picturesque scenery.
• * Stroll through the retro [Mojiko Retro District] and feel the atmosphere of a European-style town from the Meiji era.
• * Take the [Sarakurayama Cable Car] (at your own expense) to the summit to enjoy the romantic sea of lights, one of Japan's "New Three Great Night Views".
• * The itinerary features multiple photo spots, allowing you to capt

Regarding visiting Motonosumi Shrine: Starting March 1st, the main hall of the shrine will be closed to visitors on Saturdays, Sundays, Japanese public holidays, and during the periods of May 2nd–10th and August 8th–16th. However, the red torii gate area along the coast will remain open to visitors as usual. Embark on a journey from Fukuoka along the blue coastline of northern Kyushu, where stunning scenery intertwines with rich culture. Begin with a drive past the Kanmon Bridge, spanning the Kanmon Strait, and appreciate the magnificent connection between Kyushu and Honshu. Arrive at Karato Market, where you can select freshly made sushi and seafood snacks amidst the bustling atmosphere of the fishing port, savoring the freshest flavors of the harbor. Next, head to Motonosumi Shrine in Yamaguchi Prefecture, capturing dreamy views of the contrast between the red torii gates and the azure sea. Then, explore the Mojiko Retro District, where vintage European-style buildings reflect in the tranquil bay, as if tim