9 Best Private Temple and Shrine Tours in Kyushu

Kyushu’s sacred sites are spread wide and badly served by trains; Aso Shrine, Takachiho and Munakata Taisha are hours apart. A chartered car lets you pair the famous ones with something odder, like Nanzoin’s enormous bronze reclining Buddha in the hills outside Fukuoka.

1.Kyushu Fukuoka Itoshima customized itinerary chartered car day trip/multi-day trip: Shiraito Falls, Sakurai Futamiura Couple Rocks, Sakurai Shrine, Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine, Nanzoin Temple

Plan a flexible Fukuoka day by private car, linking Itoshima’s coast and falls with shrines, temples, and practical local advice.

Most Popular★ 4.9

“Thank you very much for Vincent's service. This chartered car tour went very smoothly. Vincent was friendly, polite, sincere, and is highly recommended! The best choice for a chartered car in Fukuoka!”

149 reviews10 hoursFrom $265.25

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2.Visit to the Aso Shrine and Walk Around the Active Volcano Mt. Aso

Discover the awe-inspiring Aso Shrine and embark on a thrilling journey around the majestic Mt. Aso volcano. Uncover the secrets of this remarkable natural wonder today!

★ 5.0

“Our guide Kana Illig was very friendly and accommodating. Being an Aso resident, she shares generously about local practices and culture. The prayer session in the Aso Shrine was very enlightening as this is our first time after so many viRead more”

19 reviewsFrom $183.93by Aso Caldera Tour

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4.(Fukuoka Departure) Kumamoto Private Car Charter Day Tour | Kumamoto Castle, Suizenji Jojuen Garden, Kumamoto Bear Square, Mount Aso, Kusasenri, Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine, Aso Shrine, Shirakawa Suigen, Daikanbo | Private Customized Tour

Plan a flexible Fukuoka-to-Kumamoto private car day, with route ideas for Mount Aso, Kumamoto Castle, gardens, shrines, and more.

★ 4.9

“Our driver, Xiao Liu, was very professional. Even in heavy fog, his driving was very steady. He provided a lot of assistance with our itinerary, and the restaurants he recommended were also delicious. If we need a chartered car again in the future, we will…”

12 reviews10 hoursFrom $277.49

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5.Takachiho Private Car Charter Day Tour: Takachiho Gorge, Takachiho Shrine, Ama-Iwato Shrine, Ama-no-Yasukawara, Miniature Train | Customized Private Group Itinerary

Plan a private Takachiho day trip from Fukuoka or Kumamoto, with a flexible route, a dedicated car, and clear advice on timing and extra costs.

★ 4.8

“The driver was very kind, and the restaurant he arranged was great 👍. He was also flexible with our itinerary and took us to the airport lobby. Thank you!😄”

12 reviews10 hoursFrom $327.95

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6.Kumamoto Departure Aso Area Chartered Car Day Tour | Kumamoto Castle | Mount Aso Crater | Kusasenri | Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine | Shirakawa Spring Source | Aso Shrine | Daikanbo | Nabe Falls | Kurokawa Onsen, etc.

Plan a flexible private day from Kumamoto to Aso, with a Chinese- and Japanese-speaking driver, custom stops, and clear extra-cost details.

★ 5.0

“Our driver for this trip was Mr. Jiang. He arrived at the hotel promptly in the morning and offered suggestions for our itinerary, even helping us book restaurants. He also assisted with taking photos at the attractions. We were a bit embarrassed that we went…”

9 reviews10 hoursFrom $331.09

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7.Private car tour from Kumamoto to Takachiho (Aso) and surrounding areas | Takachiho Gorge | Amanoiwato Shrine | Takachiho Shrine | Takachiho Trolley Train | Mount Aso | Kusasenri | Kamishikimi Kumanoimasu Shrine, etc.

Compare routes, costs, and practical details for a private Kumamoto car tour to Takachiho Gorge, Mount Aso, shrines, and nearby sights.

★ 5.0

“Easy communication, on time pickup”

7 reviews9 hoursFrom $353.15

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8.Fukuoka Mt. Sarakura Cable Car & Motonosumi Shrine Private Day Tour

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

“Very good itinerary. I didn't expect the bus rides to be so long; that information wasn't provided. Our guide, Jimmy, was very friendly. However, on several occasions, he told stories and anecdotes in Chinese without translating them into English, and I felt a bit excluded…”

3 reviewsFrom $44.15

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9.Saga Private Car Day Trip/Customized Itinerary: Yutoku Inari Shrine | Takeo City Library | Oouo Shrine | Karatsu Castle | Arita Ware (Porcelain) | Ureshino Onsen

Plan a flexible Saga day trip from Fukuoka by private car, with shrine visits, porcelain stops, an onsen option, and clear cost details.

★ 5.0

“Klook's customer service staff contacted us very thoroughly before the trip, and Mr. Kim, the staff member on the day, was very friendly and provided excellent service!”

3 reviews10 hoursFrom $296.39

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