Hakata Market Food Tour (Dinner): Udon, Seafood & Izakaya
Enjoy an evening out like a Hakata local in this exploration of Fukuoka’s food culture led by local guides. Explore a seafood market, enjoy comforting udon noodles and wind down at an izakaya.
Highlights
Indulge in Fukuoka’s diverse cuisine in this evening tour led by a local who will take you to explore local markets and enjoy sashimi, tempura and udon
Visit the Yanagibashi Rengo Market, known as “Hakata’s Kitchen”, and taste fresh seafood specialties like sashimi and deep-fried fish cakes
Sip on a comforting bowl of udon noodles at Inaba Udon, a traditional udon restaurant on Sankaku Market
Learn in-depth insights on Hakata’s food culture and history from locals, and discover aspects that remain unseen by most tourists
Wrap up the tour with a refreshing drink with snacks at a casual izakaya (Japanese-style pub)
10 meals
Experience Details
From the milky broth of tonkotsu ramen to the crisp bite of warm tetsunabe gyoza, Fukuoka's food scene is diverse and exciting, reflecting the history of the city as a cultural melting pot. But with so many options available, what do locals eat — and, most importantly, where?
A local guide will lead this evening exploration into the lesser-known eateries and flavors that are the pride and joy of Fukuoka. From sashimi to udon, get ready to try several foods as you learn about Hakata's local culture and history firsthand.
After meeting your host, you'll go to Yanagibashi Rengo Market, a century-old seafood market known as "Hakata's Kitchen," where you'll try tempura and fried kamaboko fish cakes. Next, you'll stroll through the narrow Sankaku Market on your way to a traditional restaurant specializing in udon noodles. Your next and final stop will be a local izakaya (a Japanese-style pub) in the market, where you'll enjoy your last bites with a refreshing drink.
Experience Flow:
- Meet your host at Kego Park.
- Visit the Yanagibashi Rengo Market, where you'll taste seafood and freshly fried kamaboko fish cakes (you can buy a can of sake at a convenience store to enjoy with your food).
- Your next stop will be the Sankaku Market, where you'll slurp through a hearty bowl of udon noodles at the renowned Inaba Udon restaurant.
- The final stop will be a local izakaya restaurant where you can try more local specialties and refresh with a drink.
- Return to Kego Park and end the tour.
Inclusions
Guide fee
Food: Seasonal sashimi, two kinds of tempura, a bowl of udon of your choice, and light snacks
One drink (alcoholic or non-alcoholic)
Exclusions
Transportation to the meeting point and from the drop-off point
Additional food and drinks
Meeting Point and Meeting Time
Meet your guide at Kego Park in Tenjin, Fukuoka, a 3-min walk from Tenjin Station. More detailed information and a Google Maps link will be provided upon booking.
Remarks
If you have any food allergies or dietary restrictions, please specify so at the time of booking.
This tour involves walking approximately 2.2 km in total, so please wear comfortable clothing and footwear.
Please note that the minimum drinking age in Japan is 20 years old.
Early bird discount (50% off) from the original price of ¥14,800 for bookings before the end of 2024 only (displayed price is already discounted)
Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 48 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.
Experience Location
Fukuoka is Japan’s up-and-coming foodie prefecture, which was put on the map by the 2014 Michelin Guide and has been consistently featured ever since. Roam food markets in Fukuoka, taste the authentic Hakata tonkotsu ramen in its birthplace, and fill up at yatai street food stalls during your trip to Fukuoka!
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The best part of the tour was the guide, Jaye Jaye. It was so refreshing to hang out with a fellow foodie. And it wouldn’t have been as enjoyable if she didn’t speak both English and Nihongo (Japan...read more
I was super satisfied. Especially the small alley with the last Izakaya was awesome!
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I enjoyed the food and the experience overall. Especially, I really liked the izakaya experience and enjoying the beer in the market like locals!
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10 meals
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