Day Trip from Fukuoka to Saga｜Yūtoku Inari Shrine & Photogenic Art Forest Tour
Easily accessible from Fukuoka, we'll introduce you to a private tour that will allow you to enjoy uniquely Japanese scenery at Yutoku Inari Shrine and the Environmental Art Forest in Saga Prefecture, while also providing a deep cultural experience.
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The Yutoku Support Association was established in 2023 (Reiwa 5) with the goal of ensuring the lasting development of Yutoku Inari Shrine, one of the three great Inari shrines in Japan and the pride of Saga Prefecture and Japan, as well as building stronger relationships with believers and local residents and revitalizing the region. We strive to carry out sensible activities based on the principles of Yutoku Inari Shrine, and by giving back to the local community through our activities, we aim to contribute as much as possible to the tourism and economic development of the city as a whole.
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Table of Contents
- A Private Scenic Journey to Saga
- Tour Itinerary
- Part 1: Enjoying Art at Kankyo Geijutsu No Mori Park
- Part 2: Meal, Kimono Experience, Fox Wedding Procession and Light-ups
- Why Choose this tour?
- Recommended for:
- Precautions
- Reservations and Inquiries
A Private Scenic Journey to Saga
After a leisurely stroll through the Forest of Environmental Art (a picturesque garden that blends Japanese and Western elements), you will take part in a fox wedding procession at Yutoku Inari Shrine as the bride and groom. This is a one-of-a-kind experience that allows you to experience authentic Japanese culture and an extraordinary space.
Tour Details
Period : September 20th to November 30th, 2025 (every Saturday, Sunday and public holiday)
Price ( per person/group discount) : 2 people: 104,000 yen/person 3-4 people: 91,000 yen/person 5 people: 68,000 yen/person 6-8 people: 58,000 yen/person
Included in the price : Admission fee to the Environmental Art Forest / Light-up experience Meeting place : Fukuoka city (Departure point can be specified)
Tour Itinerary
Time content
12:30 Depart from Fukuoka city
13:50 Arrive at the Environmental Art Forest and take a stroll
15:10 Departure
15:30 Arrive at Yutoku Inari Shrine
16:00 "Fox Gozen" dinner at the temple
17:00 Preparation for the fox wedding procession
18:30 Fox wedding procession
19:10 Experience the fantastic light-up
20:00 Depart from the shrine
21:40 Arrival and disbandment in Fukuoka city
Part 1: Enjoying Art at Kankyo Geijutsu No Mori Park
The Environmental Art Forest, located on the slopes of Mount Sakurei in Karatsu, Saga, is a garden space that makes use of approximately 10,000 maple trees and nature. It is a space where artificial objects have been eliminated as much as possible and the forest itself has been reconstructed as art . There are walking courses of 15 to 30 minutes, and the scenery, such as the fresh greenery and autumn leaves reflected in the pond, is full of photogenic and soothing elements .
Part 2: Meal, Kimono Experience, Fox Wedding Procession and Light-ups
What is the fox wedding?
A legendary phenomenon passed down throughout Japan is the "fox fire," a mysterious phenomenon where a fox transforms into a fox and appears at weddings. A sunny day with rain is sometimes called a "fox wedding." Foxes are considered messengers of the Inari god, and are deeply rooted in Japanese folklore and beliefs.
At Yutoku Inari Shrine, on an autumn night, a fox wedding procession is recreated, with participants donning fox masks as the bride and groom and walking through the temple grounds accompanied by gagaku music . The space, surrounded by lanterns, lights, and projection mapping, is like a world of stories. By participating in the procession, you can feel like you're immersed in tradition and mythology.
Dining and Kimono Dressing Experience
Fox Gozen : A fox gozen meal featuring Saga beef and local seafood is served at a local restaurant. It's a dinner that allows you to experience both Japanese food culture and mythology.
Kimono Dressing Experience : Wear traditional Japanese bridal or groom costumes and fox masks and join the procession. This experience offers the photogenic value of becoming the "main character in a story."
Why Choose this tour?
・Nature x culture x fantasy merged at a high level
・An experience where participants play the leading role in a story-based structure
・Photogenic and video-worthy composition
・Privacy and small group size for safety and comfort
Recommended for:
・Those who want to deeply experience the natural beauty and traditional culture of Japan
・People who want to have a travel experience that will be captured in photos and videos
・People who are interested in Japanese folk tales, beliefs, and folklore
- Suitable for couples and families who want to spend a special night in a small group
Precautions
The procession and illumination may be canceled in the event of rain or severe weather.
Food allergies can be accommodated (beef → boiled tofu, carp sashimi → seafood sashimi, sake → non-alcoholic)
Reservations and Inquiries
Organizer
Yutoku Support Association General Incorporated Association
The Yutoku Support Association was established in 2023 (Reiwa 5) with the goal of ensuring the lasting development of Yutoku Inari Shrine, one of the three great Inari shrines in Japan and the pride of Saga Prefecture and Japan, as well as building stronger relationships with believers and local residents and revitalizing the region. We strive to carry out sensible activities based on the principles of Yutoku Inari Shrine, and by giving back to the local community through our activities, we aim to contribute as much as possible to the tourism and economic development of the city as a whole.
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