Sarakurayama rises 622 metres behind Yahata, and from the top the whole of Kitakyushu, the steelworks and the bay included, lights up after dark. Most tours time the cable car for sunset, which is the right call; a midday ride mostly shows you factory roofs.
See Mojiko’s retro port, Kokura Castle, a Kitakyushu outlet mall, and Mt. Sarakura’s night view on a full-day trip from Fukuoka.
Most Popular★ 4.8“Thomas is friendly, professional, enthusiastic, and patient. He is thorough and attentive, making you feel the warmth and care of a home away from home!”
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339 reviews10 hoursFrom $44.20
Compare Motonosumi Shrine’s red gates, Karato seafood and Sarakurayama’s night view on a long, useful day trip from Fukuoka.
★ 4.7“We had a really fun time and left satisfied. The tour guide was extremely kind and wonderful!!”
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262 reviews10.5 hoursFrom $44.20
Cross Kanmon Strait, eat at Karato Market, see Motonosumi Shrine’s red gates, and finish above Kitakyushu on Mt. Sarakura.
★ 4.8“Would give a 6 stars to our guide Liu if possible. we travelled with 2 elderly and a pregnant woman and she really took great care of us and paying special attention to us. Really appreciate her for being so sweet & nice! reccomended !!!”
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177 reviews10 hoursFrom $44.20
Spend a full day from Fukuoka exploring Mojiko, Karato Market and Kitakyushu, then finish with a night view from Mount Sarakura.
★ 4.8“I was very fortunate and pleased to have Mr. Sun Nan as our tour guide. He was incredibly responsible in leading the group and diligently explained the history of each attraction, as well as how to navigate and enjoy them. This made it very easy…”
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164 reviewsFrom $44.20
Compare this Fukuoka day trip’s coastal shrine, Karato Market seafood, Mojiko sights and Mount Sarakura night view, with practical timing and cost advice.
★ 4.8“This tour includes a total of 3 attractions. The distances between them are quite far, making for a long drive and a slightly tiring experience. The seafood at the Karato Market was fresh and reasonably priced, and we really enjoyed the meal. Each piece of…”
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110 reviews10.5 hoursFrom $44.20
See Moji Port, Karato Market, Kokura Castle and Mount Sarakura in one day, with guided transport from Fukuoka and a chance at sunset views.
★ 4.9“Departing at 10:00 AM is very considerate for those who prefer not to wake up too early. In a single day, we visited Moji Port, Karato Market, Kokura Castle, the outlet mall, and Mount Sarakura to see the night view. Thanks to Tour Guide Tian…”
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24 reviewsFrom $44.25
Compare a private Fukuoka-to-Kitakyushu day trip with stops for Mojiko, shrines, castle views, seafood, and a night panorama.
★ 5.0“Master Jiang provides excellent service, and he's great at recommending attractions and food. Very thoughtful and wonderful! 👍”
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15 reviews10 hoursFrom $271.79
Compare the Mt. Sarakura cable car and Motonosumi Shrine on a private day tour from Kitakyushu, with guide feedback and practical advice on long bus rides.
★ 4.7“Our tour guide, Ms. Yang, was very attentive and proactively offered to take photos for us. She had a kind attitude, and we had a pleasant trip.”
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3 reviewsFrom $44.15