supergran Posted August 25, 2019 Report Share Posted August 25, 2019 Anyone else on this cruise? Needing suggestions for Fukuoka and Taipei please. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KristiZ Posted August 25, 2019 Report Share Posted August 25, 2019 Not on this cruise, but I live in Japan. What sort of things are you interested in? Food, culture, adventure, etc? Do you prefer a Royal excursion, a 3rd party, or an on-your-own thing? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supergran Posted August 26, 2019 Author Report Share Posted August 26, 2019 Hi. There is a group of us that would like to visit the reclining Buddha in Nanzoin. Looking for the easiest and quickest way to get there from Fukuoka cruise terminal. We are there from 13 hours to 20.45. In Taipei we will be at Keelung port from 10 to 19 hours. We’ve been told it takes over an hour for everyone to disembark as the ship is so big. Not looking to eat a lot as there is plenty of food onboard. Just want to sight see on our own or small group, not 50 seater buses. Thanks for any suggestions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KristiZ Posted August 27, 2019 Report Share Posted August 27, 2019 18 hours ago, supergran said: There is a group of us that would like to visit the reclining Buddha in Nanzoin. Looking for the easiest and quickest way to get there from Fukuoka cruise terminal. We are there from 13 hours to 20.45. This is actually an easy 30 minute train ride (cost about $5 per person) from the station fairly close to the Port. Grab a cab (or 2 or 3) from the Port to Yoshizuka Station and then take the express train to Kidonanzoin-Mae Station (4 stops). From there the walk is just a few minutes. You would need to go earlier rather than later, as the Buddha closes at 5p. After that, head back and spend time exploring the port area. 18 hours ago, supergran said: Taipei we will be at Keelung port If you want to avoid crowds, stay in Keelung town instead of heading into Taipei. If you're up for walking, you can see Khoo Tsu-song Old Mansion and Keelung Zhongzheng Park, and just wander about seeing the neat stuff. There are lots of twisty roads, hills, and stairs, so only do this if you want the exercise! supergran 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supergran Posted August 27, 2019 Author Report Share Posted August 27, 2019 Thank you. Is it a train or subway ticket we would need? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KristiZ Posted August 27, 2019 Report Share Posted August 27, 2019 It's a train, but they're all interconnected. Yoshizuka is a big enough station to have staff on duty, so they can either teach you to use the ticket machine or sell you the tickets directly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supergran Posted August 28, 2019 Author Report Share Posted August 28, 2019 i’ve Had a quote for a taxi tour of three hours. Take us there and wait for us and return to port. 41,500 yen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KristiZ Posted August 28, 2019 Report Share Posted August 28, 2019 That would certainly be convenient, as long as you only have 4 people (assuming a regular taxi). Then you're basically talking about $100 per person. Not cheap, but very very easy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supergran Posted August 28, 2019 Author Report Share Posted August 28, 2019 It’s for a taxi for 6 people booked in advance. Works out about $130 per couple at today’s exchange. Just wondering if we go by train is Yoshikzuka station or Hakata which is nearest to the cruise terminal? I have seen both mentioned. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KristiZ Posted August 29, 2019 Report Share Posted August 29, 2019 16 hours ago, supergran said: It’s for a taxi for 6 people booked in advance. Works out about $130 per couple at today’s exchange. Just wondering if we go by train is Yoshikzuka station or Hakata which is nearest to the cruise terminal? I have seen both mentioned. You can go from either station -- it's about the same distance (depending on exactly which pier you dock at). If you board at Hakata it's 5 stops instead of 4; adds about 3 minutes I will say that the taxi will likely be lovely. All the mini-van ones are! If you're looking for ease and comfort, do the taxi tour. If you want a more authentic experience, take the train. Enjoy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supergran Posted September 1, 2019 Author Report Share Posted September 1, 2019 (edited) Is there another way to get from Fukuoka Chuo wharf to Hakata station apart from a Taxi? Is there a bus or subway? A bit concerned that with 4,000 passengers the taxis may be in short supply. Edited September 1, 2019 by supergran Spelling Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KristiZ Posted September 2, 2019 Report Share Posted September 2, 2019 There is also a bus. Or it is a 45 minute walk. But I doubt you will have trouble getting a taxi. All the large Japanese cities have an insane number of cabs! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supergran Posted September 5, 2019 Author Report Share Posted September 5, 2019 Sorry to be a nuisance but is there a bus from the cruise terminal to either Hakata or Yoshizuka station? I’m worried the taxis will all be taken. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KristiZ Posted September 6, 2019 Report Share Posted September 6, 2019 7 hours ago, supergran said: Sorry to be a nuisance but is there a bus from the cruise terminal to either Hakata or Yoshizuka station? I’m worried the taxis will all be taken. The bus is a city bus, but yes there is one. I can't remember if the bus stop had the stop names on the route map in English, but I think so. However, I really do think you will not have trouble getting a taxi -- there are so, so many and they will know the ship arrival time so they'll be waiting! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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