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Ainoshima Island Cats Culture and Scenic Beauty Tour
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Explore Ainoshima Island, a 5-hour tour combining history, nature, and the famous Cat Kingdom. Enjoy the island’s culture, scenic beauty, and tranquil atmosphere, guided by an expert in Japanese.
Highlights
5 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
5 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Professional guide fluent in Japanese
Interaction with the island's cats
Opportunity to communicate with locals
Ferry boarding fee
Leisurely pace to enjoy the island's attractions
Exploration of the island's unique history and culture
Boat ride to and from the island
Pick-up and drop-off at the tour starting point
Other transportation and food and beverage expenses within the tour
Meeting Points
Departure
Nishitetsu-Shingu Station
In front of Nishitetsu Shingu Station ticket gates. The guide will be holding the yellow sign.
Return
Shingu Ferry Waiting Room
From the dismissal point, buses provide easy access to Nishitetsu and JR stations.
Ainoshima Island Cats Culture and Scenic Beauty Tour
About
Explore Ainoshima Island, a 5-hour tour combining history, nature, and the famous Cat Kingdom. Enjoy the island’s culture, scenic beauty, and tranquil atmosphere, guided by an expert in Japanese.
Highlights
5 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
5 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Professional guide fluent in Japanese
Interaction with the island's cats
Opportunity to communicate with locals
Ferry boarding fee
Leisurely pace to enjoy the island's attractions
Exploration of the island's unique history and culture
Boat ride to and from the island
Pick-up and drop-off at the tour starting point
Other transportation and food and beverage expenses within the tour
Meeting Points
Departure
Nishitetsu-Shingu Station
In front of Nishitetsu Shingu Station ticket gates. The guide will be holding the yellow sign.
Return
Shingu Ferry Waiting Room
From the dismissal point, buses provide easy access to Nishitetsu and JR stations.
Itinerary
1
Shingu Ferry Waiting Room
Once you meet your guide, you will be taken to the island by bus and boat. Enjoy an elegant boat ride while taking in the oceanic scenery.
40 minutes
2
Ainoshima Tsumiishidzukagun
The eastern part of Ainoshima is lined with distinctive tombs that are believed to be the resting places of powerful families who were involved with the island in ancient times. These tombs are piled up with stones and built right on the beach.
2 hours
3
Ainoshima fishing port
The area near the fishing port of Aijima is the only village on the island. It is home not only to people, but also to numerous cats.
Enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of the port town and the culture of the remote island while interacting with the cats.
1 hour and 30 minutes
4
Dragon Lord Rock
In the western part of the island, there is a stone enshrined with a deity that evokes Japanese beliefs. Learn about the island's culture through this distinctive worship experience.
40 minutes
5
Ainoshima Ferry Waiting Room
From the island, the boat will return to the Kyushu mainland.
