15 Best Full-Day Temple and Shrine Tours in Kyushu

Takachiho is around three hours from Fukuoka by road, so these are long days with early starts, trading the drive for the gorge and two of Kyushu’s oldest shrines. Others pair Dazaifu with Nyoirin-ji, the frog temple near Ogori with thousands of stone frogs, on the way to Yufuin.

1.Kyushu One-Day Tour: Yufuin no Mori Train & Yufuin Town & Nyoirin-ji Temple & Dazaifu & Hell Hot Springs (Departing from Fukuoka)

Compare two Kyushu day trips from Fukuoka, with Yufuin’s old-fashioned train, Beppu’s steaming hot springs, and time to explore.

Most Popular★ 4.9

“Eiichi tour guide is very helpful and recommended us with delicious foods. he always keep a smiling face and answer everyone needs .”

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2.Kyushu One-Day Tour: Takachiho Railway & Takachiho Gorge & Amano Iwato Shrine (Chinese and English Speaking Guide, Departing from Fukuoka)

Take a long but rewarding day trip from Fukuoka to Takachiho Gorge, its waterfall boat ride, a mountain railway and sacred sites.

★ 4.8

“We were so lucky to have Lily as our tour guide. She took care of everyone's needs with the utmost attention throughout the trip, even helping us adjust our boat schedule and arranging the itinerary perfectly. On the way back, she generously shared recommendations for…”

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3.Kyushu Takachiho One-Day Tour | Takachiho Gorge Boat Ride-Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine/Takachiho Mini-Train-Mount Aso-Kusasenri (Departing from Kumamoto)

Compare boat and no-boat options on this full-day Kumamoto tour to Takachiho Gorge, Kusasenri and Mount Aso, with practical notes on tickets and timing.

★ 4.9

“I was really satisfied with the Klook day tour this time! The buy-one-get-one-free promotion offered great value for the price 👏 The tour guide was humorous and entertaining, making the atmosphere along the way relaxing and joyful. The itinerary arrangement was also fantastic, covering the…”

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4.One-day trip to Kyushu Miyazaki: Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine & Takachiho Gorge & Ama-no-Iwato Shrine & Ama-no-Yasugawara (Departure from Fukuoka, including a special lunch)

Travel from Fukuoka to Miyazaki’s cedar shrines, Takachiho Gorge and mythic Ama-no-Iwato, with a local lunch option and long-distance transfers.

★ 4.7

“Had a fun experience as this was my first solo trip in Japan. Klook tours are highly recommended, especially for those who have limited time of stay and want to explore places in a day. Met friendly strangers who were kind enough to take my…”

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6.Fukuoka Coastal Day Trip to Itoshima: Shiraito Falls, Miyajidake Shrine, Ichiran no Mori, Sakurai Futamigaura Meoto Iwa (Married Couple Rocks), Coconut Tree Swing (Departing from Fukuoka)

See Itoshima’s waterfalls, sea rocks, palm swing, ramen birthplace, and two famous shrines on a 10-hour day trip from Fukuoka.

★ 4.7

“Tour leader Wang Chi is amazing!! The attraction introductions are very clear, and her attitude is so gentle. She takes meticulous care of every single group member and is just wonderful. Highly recommended!”

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7.Kyushu: Mojiko & Karato Market & Tsunoshima Bridge & Motonosumi Shrine Day Trip (From Fukuoka)

Review this Fukuoka day trip to Mojiko, Karato Market, Tsunoshima Bridge and Motonosumi Shrine, with practical advice on timing, costs and closures.

★ 4.7

“I booked this tour to see the Tsunoshima Bridge and Motonosumi Shrine, and it covered everything I wanted. The guide first took us to where we could buy ferry tickets for Mojiko Port, and the sashimi at Karato Market was fresh and delicious. The guide's…”

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10.Kyushu One-Day Tour: Kamishikimi Kumanoimasu Shrine & Amanoiwato Shrine & Takachiho Gorge (Includes snacks & one-way shuttle bus to Takachiho Gorge)

Visit Kamishikimi Shrine, Takachiho Gorge and Amano Iwato on a long but rewarding day trip from Fukuoka, with a guide and gorge shuttle.

★ 4.8

“Our tour guide, Thomas, was very professional and attentive to the well-being of every group member. In the past, I've always traveled solo in Japan because I was worried that group tours would be too rushed. This time, however, I joined a tour because the…”

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11.Kyushu: Mount Aso Crater, Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine & Takachiho Gorge Day Tour (Departing from Fukuoka)

Compare the volcano, shrine and gorge on this long Fukuoka day trip, with practical advice on timing, meals, walking and Mount Aso access.

★ 4.8

“The guide was extremely kind and always smiling, which was great~ It was amazing how she explained things in Japanese, Chinese, and even English. There were a few incidents that day, and she really worked hard!! We booked the 2-person discount rate and all the…”

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12.Kyushu Mount Aso Takachiho One-Day Tour | Takachiho Gorge + Kusasenri + Mount Aso/Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine | Departing from Fukuoka

Compare this Fukuoka day tour to Mount Aso, Kusasenri and Takachiho Gorge, with practical advice on the boat, long drives and current shrine swap.

★ 4.9

“Thanks to Lily for the professional explanations and reminders throughout the entire day. She is super professional and dedicated, and today's trip was well worth it. You worked hard, tour guide Lily.”

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13.Kyushu Beppu | Nyorin-ji Temple & Mount Yufu & Yufuin & Lake Kinrin & Hell Tour One-Day Trip

Visit Frog Temple, Yufuin, Lake Kinrin and Beppu’s hot spring Hells on a full-day trip from Fukuoka, with a guide and transport included.

★ 4.9

“The itinerary was fulfilling and satisfying. Our tour guide, Yang Meng, was very attentive, and her explanations were detailed. The schedule was also well-planned. We are very pleased.”

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15.Kyushu Yufuin Forest Secret Route One-Day Deep Tour – Beppu Sea Hell & Yufuin Forest Train Experience & Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine (Departure from Fukuoka)

Review of the Fukuoka day trip to Yufuin, Beppu’s Sea Hell and Dazaifu, with train options, timing, costs and practical tips.

★ 4.9

“The itinerary was very full, and Natsumi was very thoughtful with detailed explanations. 100 points, five-star review!”

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4.6From Fukuoka: Miyazaki, Takachiho Gorge and Shrines Day tour10 hours$50 4.8One-Day Kyushu Miyazaki Tour | Takachiho Gorge & Kamishikimi Kumanoimasu Shrine or Upgrade to Boat Ride & Mount Aso | Departs from Fukuoka10 hours$44.20 4.8Full-Day Guided Tour of Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine and Lake Kinrin$44.20 4.8Kitakyushu Sarakurayama Night View & Motonosumi Shrine Day Tour (Departing from Fukuoka)10 hours$44.20 4.9(Lunch included) Kyushu Autumn/Winter Limited One-Day Tour: Fukuoka Mifuneyama Rakuen Autumn Leaves Festival-Yutoku Inari Shrine Autumn Maple Viewing or Saga Strawberry Picking Experience – Two Routes Available9 hours$44.20 4.8Kyushu Yanagawa & Itoshima Day Trip: Meoto Iwa & Ichiran Ramen & Yanagawa River Cruise & Shiraito Falls/Raizan Sennyoji Temple & Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine (Departing from Fukuoka)10 hours$44.20 4.9Kyushu Fukuoka Itoshima customized itinerary chartered car day trip/multi-day trip: Shiraito Falls, Sakurai Futamiura Couple Rocks, Sakurai Shrine, Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine, Nanzoin Temple10 hours$265.25 4.8Fukuoka Departure: Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine & Yufuin Town & Beppu Ropeway Day Trip$44.20 4.8Kitakyushu Day Trip: Karato Market / Mojiko & Motonosumi Shrine & Sarakurayama Cable Car (Departing from Fukuoka)10.5 hours$44.20 4.8Kyushu Itoshima Coast & Yanagawa River Cruise & Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine Day Trip (Departing from Fukuoka)10 hours$44.20 5.0Kyushu Fukuoka Classic Day Tour | Nyoirin-ji Temple & Mt. Yufu & Yufuin & Kinrin Lake & Umi Jigoku (Sea Hell) & Kamado Jigoku (Oven Hell) Day Tour (Chinese and English Tour Guides / Departure from Fukuoka)10 hours$44.25 4.8Miyazaki Kumamoto Exploration Tour | Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine, Amanoiwato, Takachiho Gorge, Mount Aso, Kurokawa Onsen Day Trip | Departing from Fukuoka9.5 hours$44.20 4.9Kyushu Itoshima Coast Sightseeing & Shiraito Falls & Yanagawa River Cruise & Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine Classic Dual Route Day Tour9.5 hours$44.25 4.7阿蘇中岳火山 & Kamishikimi Kumanoimasu Shrine One-day Downtown Highlights & City Highlights Tour$265.25 4.5Day Tour to Miyazaki Takachiho Gorge & Shrine Depart From Fukuoka$99.40 4.5Kyushu Day Trip Miyazaki Takachiho Gorge and Shrine From Fukuoka$79.26 4.8Saga: Yutoku Inari Shrine & Takeo Onsen & Ouo Shrine Strawberry Picking Day Trip (Lunch Included)10.5 hours$44.20 4.9Fukuoka Takachiho Gorge & Amanoiwato Shrine Full-Day Guided Tour$44.20 4.9Hebu Kari Observatory, Akiyoshido Cave, Motonosumi Shrine, and Tsunoshima Bridge Day Trip (From Fukuoka)10 hours$44.25 4.5Aso Vocano, Grassland,Onsen and Aso Shrine 1-Day Tour$72.26 4.8Kyushu Yufuin no Mori Train Experience | Beppu Romantic Day Trip: Yufuin Town, Umi Jigoku Hot Spring, Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine (Departing from Fukuoka)$44.25 4.8One-Day Trip to Kitakyushu: Kawachi Wisteria Garden (Seasonal), Kokura Castle Garden, Uminonakamichi Seaside Park, Miyajidake Shrine’s Road of Light, and THE OUTLETS Kitakyushu | Departure from Fukuoka/Hakata$62.45 4.9Kyushu Yufuin no Mori Train & Umi Jigoku & Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine & Yufuin One-Day Tour (Departing from Fukuoka)$44.15 4.8Kyushu Scenic Tour: Yufuin & Hita & Frog Temple Day Trip from Fukuoka$44.19