[Yamaguchi] All-day Cultural Tour to Motonosumi Shrine and Kokura Castle
- Overview
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- Please note that the Sarakura Mountain cable car will be closed every Tuesday and from December 30, 2025 to January 2, 2026, and from February 16, 2026 to February 27, 2026.
- * A day trip truly recommended by a travel blogger who has lived in Fukuoka for ten years.
- * Reach multiple popular attractions in one day for a rich and varied itinerary.
- * Fresh seafood paradise: Enjoy a feast at Karato Market.
- * Most beautiful torii gate: Stunning views of blue skies and seas at Motonosumi Shrine.
- * Magnificent night view: Enjoy a panoramic view of the bustling Shimonoseki from the Sarakura Mountain cable car.
- * Historic castle town: Kokura Castle's historical atmosphere interwoven with cherry blossoms.
- * Save yourself the hassle of changing trains and go directly to the classic attractions of Kitakyushu.
- What to expect
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Embark on a healing journey interwoven with gourmet food, shrines, and stunning views. Want to experience the freshest Japanese seafood market? Check out Motonosumi Shrine, known as the "Most Beautiful Torii"? Today's itinerary will satisfy all your expectations for food and scenery! * First stop: (November-February itinerary) Karato Market | A carnival for seafood lovers Karato Market is a famous fresh fish market and a paradise for food lovers. Here, you can taste seafood dishes just caught from the sea, as well as a rich array of local specialties. (March-October itinerary) Moji Port | A nostalgic tourist destination, retaining many buildings from the Meiji era to the early Showa period, showcasing a retro streetscape. There is also the Railway Memorial Hall, which is worth checking out! * Second stop: Motonosumi Shrine | Experience the stunning scenery of sea breeze and torii Motonosumi Shrine, located along the coast of the Sea of Japan, is famous for its 123 red torii gates and is known as Japan's most