What types of food will I try on this tour?

You’ll enjoy fresh seafood like sashimi and fried kamaboko fish cakes, a comforting bowl of udon noodles, and a sweet treat with hand-drip coffee at a retro kissaten.

Which markets will we visit during the tour?

The tour visits Yanagibashi Rengo Market, known as “Hakata’s Kitchen,” and Sankaku Market, a narrow street lined with traditional restaurants.

Will I learn about local food culture?

Yes, your Hakata guide will share in-depth insights into Fukuoka’s food culture and local dining traditions throughout the tour.

Is there a coffee or dessert stop included?

Yes, the tour ends at Bonet, a retro kissaten coffee shop, where you can enjoy pudding paired with hand-drip coffee.

Hakata Market Tour and Lunch: Seafood, Udon and More (Fukuoka)

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Location

Fukuoka

Duration

3 hours

Group size

Max 6 guests

Language

English

Location

Fukuoka

Duration

3 hours

Group size

Max 6 guests

Language

English

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"Experience the authentic taste of Hakata’s food culture in this market tour led by locals, where you’ll enjoy fresh seafood and visit a retro kissaten coffee shop for a sweet treat."

Fukuoka is known for its countless eateries, from Michelin-starred restaurants to yatai street food stalls, making it one of Japan’s rising gourmet destinations. But where do locals actually eat? On this food tour, Hakata guides will take you to markets and restaurants steeped in history while sharing insights into the city’s unique food culture. Your tour begins at Yanagibashi Rengo Market, a fresh seafood market often called "Hakata's Kitchen" that has been part of the city for over a century. Here, you’ll explore stalls filled with fresh seafood and sample tempura and fried kamaboko fish cakes. Next, head to Sankaku Market, a narrow street lined with restaurants, and enjoy a comforting bowl of udon noodles while mingling with locals. The afternoon ends at Bonet, a jazzy kissaten coffee shop where you can relax and enjoy a taste of old Japan with pudding and a steaming cup of hand-drip coffee.

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Vegetarian

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Vegan

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Halal

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Pescetarian

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Gluten-free

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Kosher

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Course changes seasonally, exact dishes can't be confirmed in advance. byFood can communicate any dietary needs to the host when you book.

Guide fee

Food and drink (seasonal sashimi, two kinds of tempura, a bowl of udon of your choice, coffee and pudding)

One drink

Transportation to the meeting point and from the drop-off point

Additional food and drinks

Fukuoka

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.

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Free cancellation

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No refund within 2 days of the experience or no-shows.

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Partner since Jul 2023

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Tony DaoJuly 2025 • byFood

I wanted to give a review of our tour with Jaye Jaye. She was an amazing guide! She was very friendly, knew what she was explaining and much more. We would definitely book again especially if Jaye Jaye could be our guide. She was the best!

Leon TamFebruary 2025 • byFood

We booked our Hakata Market tour after watching Shizuka Anderson participate in a similar tour with Mason on YouTube and we’re so happy we did. As mentioned in other reviews, Jaye, our guide on this experience, was AMAZING. We’ve been on a few Byfood experiences already and all of them have created memories that will last a lifetime. We’re novice “foodies” so the fish market, udon restaurant, and cafe were local places that we wouldn’t have known to seek out if not for the tour and a perf...read more

Franz LambrechtOctober 2024 • byFood

I was super satisfied. Especially the pudding at the final stop cafe was amazing!

Laura LealOctober 2024 • byFood

The food choices were really good, they are quality food and different options to choose and try. Also the guide made me feel comfortable when choosing the food we had as choice, and enjoy to try different experiences like the combini shop, the market and Izakaya.

Leticia HeinkenOctober 2024 • byFood

I enjoyed the food and the experience overall. I had the opportunity of trying new food and interact with locals. Especially, the cafe at the end was amazing with the great coffee and delicious dessert. The atmosphere was very nice too.