Japan has several cat islands, but if you are in Kyushu there’s one quite close from Fukuoka city, it's Ainoshima Island!
Join us on a delightful day trip to Ainoshima Island, Fukuoka's renowned "Cat Island", where you'll immerse yourself in a world of adorable felines and stunning ocean views.
English-speaking guide will lead you through the island's picturesque landscapes, sharing stories about its history and the unique bond between the residents and their feline friends. Enjoy a leisurely walk around the island, visit historic sites, and indulge in local cuisine at a cozy cafe!
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The Highlight
◆ Explore Cat Island with an English-Speaking Guide
◆ "Ainoshima" is a popular sightseeing spot not only in Japan but also for people from all over the world, is one of the world's six biggest cat spots
◆ Ainoshima has been selected as the "Cat Spots of the World" by American media CNN
◆There are 150 to 200 cats in Ainoshima! It is a popular sightseeing spot for cat lovers, friends, and family
◆ English speaking guide will accompany you to travel around Ainoshima, amazing place that was chosen as one of the six places where cats outshine tourist attractions by U.S. news channel CNN!!
The Experience
Ainoshima Island Ainoshima is located a 20-min ferry ride from Shingu Port. It makes an ideal day trip from Fukuoka!
In 2013, Ainoshima was selected as one of the “6 Big Cat Spots in the world” by United States news channel CNN.com. Most of the cats on the island are friendly and not fearful of human. Residents leave them life freely and naturally as feral cats. The island is small and worth to explore the 5,4 km road that loops around the island. Rental Bicycle for 2 hours is include in this tour!!
You can visit some famous places such as Ainoshima Tumuli (stone burial mounds) and the arched Hanagurise rock formation and several ancient shrines.
Guide Services
Languages Spoken by Guides
- English
Itinerary
- 13:00 Meet the guide at the designated meeting point. Hakata Station Chikushi Gate, in front of LAWSON Oriental Hotel Fukuoka 1F
- 13:32 Take JR Train from Hakata to Fukkodaimae Station
- 14:00 Take Bus from Fukkodaimae Station to Shingu Port
- 14:30 Take Ferry to Ainoshima
- 15:00 Strolling around Ainoshima ※Include Rental Bicycle for 2 hours
- Take Ferry back to Shingu Port
- Back to Hakata Station
- 18:30/18:40 Tour Finish at Hakata Station
Price Details
How to Use
- Voucher will be sent via email. Please show your e-voucher at designated location.
Purchase Notice
No Private Charter car. You will take public transportation such as train, bus and ferry.
Lunch is not include in this tour, please having lunch by your own arrangement.
Important Booking Information
- Please be at pick up point 10 minutes before pick up time.
- Times are subject to change with or without notice.
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellation made at least 11 day(s) before departure date, Fully refundable (100% refund)
- Cancel during 4 ~ 10 day(s) of departure, will charge 20%
- Cancel during 0 ~ 3 day(s) of departure, Non-refundable (0% refund)