Tour Fukuoka's Nakasu Neighborhood: Snack Bars & Katsudon

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3 hours
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2 - 6 guests
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Japanese, English

Embark on a Fukuoka culinary journey in Nakasu! Explore local snack bars, sip shochu and whisky, walk down Ningyo Shoji bar alley, and conclude with a tasty katsudon for dinner.

Highlights

  • Discover the world of Japanese snack bars at two unique locations. Enjoy drinks like shochu and whisky, handmade gyoza, and assorted small snacks.

  • Stroll Nakasu's Ningyo Shoji bar alley, a gourmet paradise packed into less than 100 meters, revealing Fukuoka's culinary gems.

  • Culminate your journey with a katsudon feast at a cherished restaurant famed for its sweet and spicy sauce, a Nakasu must-eat.

  • Experience Nakasu's vibrant nightlife via its unique snack bars and a katsudon finale.

For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals
+
Host will donate 20 meals

Experience Details

Use the code ‘FUKUOKA10’ upon checkout and get 10% off!


Embark on a food tour of Fukuoka’s Nakasu area! Visit unique local snack bars, enjoy drinks like shochu and whisky, walk down Fukuoka’s famous Ningyo Shoji bar alley, and end your evening with a mouthwatering katsudon for dinner.


Itinerary:

Snack Bar One: Three drinks (e.g. shochu, whisky), handmade gyoza, assorted snacks

Snack Bar Two: Three drinks (e.g. shochu, whisky), assorted snacks

Walk down Fukuoka’s famous Ningyo Shoji bar alley

Enjoy your final meal at a local katsudon restaurant


Snack Bar Stop One: Your first snack bar is a long-standing establishment known for its welcoming atmosphere and a 75-year-old owner affectionately referred to as ‘Mama’. The warm ambience, akin to returning home and the delightful aroma of handmade gyoza epitomises Japanese omotenashi (hospitality) culture. Enjoy three drinks, like shochu and whisky, alongside handmade gyoza and assorted snacks.


Snack Bar Stop Two: Embrace a blend of anime and snacks at your second snack bar of the night. Boasting over 500 manga titles, the colorful setting immerses you in a world of anime fandom. The owner, an anime enthusiast, infuses the space with contagious passion, fostering lively discussions, karaoke, and the chance to connect over shared interests. Enjoy three drinks, like shochu and whiskey, accompanied by assorted snacks.


Ningyo Shoji Drinking Alley: Venture through the small bars in Nakasu’s Ningyo Shoji alley. A hidden gem, this less-than-100-meter-long street teems with gourmet delights, captivating those familiar with Fukuoka's culinary secrets. It serves as a unique passageway to your final destination.


Dinner at a Katsudon Restaurant: Cap off your culinary adventure at a beloved katsudon restaurant. Famed for its special sweet and spicy sauce, this spot is often recommended as a must-visit spot and a must-eat meal in Nakasu. The restaurant remains alive with patrons seeking mouthwatering katsudon into the wee hours.

Inclusions

  • Snack Bar One: Three drinks (e.g. shochu, whisky), handmade gyoza, assorted snacks

  • Snack Bar Two: Three drinks (e.g. shochu, whisky), assorted snacks

  • Katsudon at a local restaurant

Exclusions

  • Transport to and from the meeting point

Meeting Point and Meeting Time

  • Meet your host in front of the Don Quijote (Nakasu) near Nakasukawabata Station. A Google Maps link will be provided upon booking.

Remarks

  • Exclusive Offer: 5% discount for use by 2 people or more

  • Post-Tour Recommendations: As your guide is a Fukuoka native, he’s happy to share local recommendations like whisky bars and restaurants, free of charge.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 2 days before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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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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