Fukuoka, Akizuki Private Car and E-Bike Tour
Akizuki is often referred to as the "little Kyoto of Kyushu", a carefully preserved picturesque mountain village less than an hour away from Fukuoka city. A town with deep historical roots, Akizuki has also become known in popular culture in relation to the movie Star Wars. George Lucas's screenplay is said to have been inspired by Japanese director Akira Kurosawa's movie, "The Hidden Fortress," in which the battle scenes are set against the backdrop of Mt. Kosho towering above Akizuki. Although not immediately apparent, the robot characters R2D2 and C3PO were based on a pair of bumbling peasants from the original film. The e-bike tour begins with an exploration of Akizuki town. We'll visit the washi paper factory, the castle grounds and some majestic shrines before climbing partway up Mt. Kosho for lunch at Dango An. The road from Akizuki to Koishiwara pottery village climbs steadily thru the mountains for a round-trip total of 45km. A shorter, easier course can also be requested.
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