Hi, I’m Sumire
Hi, I’m Sumire
I’ve lived in Fukuoka for 49 years
I speak English, Japanese
I am Teacher/Taxi Driver
Hi there! I'm Sumire, your friendly local host in the amazing city of Fukuoka. I'm so grateful to call this city my home, and I love sharing its unique charm with visitors. Fukuoka is truly special, being the entrance of Asia and with its convenient location near the international airport, it's easy to access from the downtown area. Plus, the city is a perfect blend of historical buildings and modern city life, surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty. In my free time, I enjoy watching local theatre plays, exploring the delicious food scene, and discovering hidden gems around the city. I'm an expert when it comes to the streets and historic places in both Hakata and Tenjin, and I love showing visitors around these areas to showcase the charm of this fantastic city. I would love to take you on a tour and show you why I'm so passionate about Fukuoka. With its unique blend of history, modernity, and nature, you're sure to fall in love with this city just like I have. Let's go explore!
My knowledge & interests
International Management
Food
Arts
Nature / outdoors
History
Shopping
Photography
Architecture
Culture & customs
Street food
Local cuisine
Desserts
Food markets
Unique & unusual foods
Theater
Cinema
Art galleries & museums
Street art
Parks
Gardens
Scenic routes
Hikes
Economic history
Social history
Architectural history
Religious history
Cityscape photography
Street photography
Modern architecture
Classical architecture
Wine
Third wave coffee
Local beers
Artisanal tea
High-end fashion boutiques
Vintage shops
Street markets
Handicrafts & souvenirs
Traditional culture
Popular culture
Religious customs
Lifestyle culture
Rituals & ceremonial customs
Alternative or underground culture
Vegetarian food
Vegan food
Post-modern architecture
Pubs / bars
Museums
Independent boutiques or shops, Bargains
People, Instagrammable
Ancient
My reviews
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She showed us floats for the festival and ate sweet beans with us
read full reviewJuly 2024
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Thank you for your support and reminders.
read full reviewMay 2024
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We arranged a private morning walking tour with Sumire. Sumire is from Fukuoka and teaches English when she is is not guiding tourists. Her English is very good. Sumire will tailor the tour to your suggestion. We visited Ohori Park to visit the beautiful garden there. We then went over to the adjacent area of the Fukuoka Castles Ruins to learn about some history of the area. Then we walked through the Kawabata covered street to the Kushida Shrine. Sumire's answers greatly helped in orienting ourselves to the city core, including using the local bus and subway. She suggested several favorite eateries including a nearby udon shop. We probably would have never found this shop on our own, it was very delicious. It was great to connect with a local in learning about the place we are visiting.
read full reviewMay 2024
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Great way to experience my first day in Japan. Seeing the city sights and getting around was easy. Sumire was excellent company.
read full reviewOctober 2023