This relaxing day trip from Fukuoka takes you to the beautiful canal town of Yanagawa with a knowledgeable local guide. Start with a ride on a traditional “donko” boat, slowly rowed by a boatman who shares local stories and sometimes sings folk songs. The boat glides through peaceful canals lined with charming houses and bridges, offering a view that feels like stepping back in time.

Next, visit Ohana Villa, the elegant former residence of Yanagawa’s samurai lord. Inside, you’ll see lovely gardens and historical artifacts that tell the story of the town’s past. Then stroll through the streets linked to Hakushu Kitahara, a beloved Japanese poet still studied in schools today.

During the tour, you’ll have free time to enjoy lunch. We recommend trying Yanagawa’s most famous local dish—steamed eel. This tour is a perfect mix of tradition, nature, history, and local flavor, all in one peaceful day away from the city.

Sample Itinerary

• 8:00 Meet you at your hotel lobby or Fukuoka port
• Hakata
• 329 Mitsuhashimachi Takahatake
• Yanagawa Ohana
• Hakushu Memorial Museum
• Hakata
• 16:00 Finish the tour

Included

• • English-speaking guide
  • Public Transportation fee
  • Hotel/Port Pickup
  • Admission Fee

Excluded

• Lunch
  apx. 20-30 USD per person
• Personal Expenses

Price for this sample itinerary

(price per group)

☆The itinerary might be changed due to weather condition or other reasons
☆Private tours can be customized to your interests and preferences. Let us know any place you wish to visit. If you would like to include one of the activities/sites, please let us know.
☆The order might change depending and the selection of sights could also be modified.

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If you cancel your booking, the following cancellation rates and remittance charges will be charged.
(1) 3-14 days prior to the tour date: 30 % of the tour fee
(2) 2 days before the tour date: 50 % of the tour fee
(3) 1 day before the tour date: 100 % of the tour fee