Because of the Yanagawa River Boat, the Town of Water, Yanagawa, has becomes well-known among international tourists in recent years. With just 50 minutes on train from Fukuoka‘s city center, you can enjoy Japan’s countryside vibe. What’s better is that Yanagawa is a good destination to admire seasonal flowers. In addition to the cherry blossoms […]
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Among the destinations good for a day trip from Fukuoka‘s city center, Yanagawa is one of our favorites. The city, which flourished as a castle town during the Edo period, retains the atmosphere of old Japan. It is crisscrossed with a network of canals and is known as the Town of Water (Mizu no Machi,
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If you want to visit a shrine in Yanagawa, Mihashira Shrine (三柱神社), located on the northern outskirts of Yanagawa Station, is a good choice. Not only is the shrine a religious and historical spot, but a large part of its precinct has been turned into Takahatake Park (高畑公園). It is now a popular destination for
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If you take the Normal Yanagawa River Cruise Course, the cruise finishes near Yanagawa Tachibana-tei Ohana (柳川藩主立花邸 御花). The spot where over 400 years of history and nature blend together is the must-visit in Yanagawa. Surrounded by a moat, like a castle, the complex was the villa of the Tachibana clan (立花家) that led the
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Yanagawa River Boat, also known as Donkobune (どんこ船) or Kawakudari (川下り), is a must-do in Fukuoka‘s Yanagawa City. Sitting on the traditional boat, you can spend a relaxing time gazing at the weeping willows, seasonal flowers, and beautiful white-walled townscape from the river. Depending on the season, you may also be able to see ducks
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