Yanagawa River cruising
Joined 2023
The river boat ride in Yanagawa is very enjoyable and relaxing! You never get tired of looking at unique view and beautiful waterways from the boat.
Unagi-Seiromushi (Eel) , the specialty in Yanagawa is a must try!
We can also visit Ohana, the former residence of feudal load who ruled this region during Edo periods, and the former house of Samurai.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Your hotel
Take a train from Fukuoka station
River boat cruise
Enjoy a relaxing time along the canal while the boat men skillfully steer the boat with their poles. The city is known for its beauty of its waterways
Lunch
Enjoy Unagi-Seiromushi, the speciality in Yanagawa if you like
Ohana
Ohana is the former residence of Tachibana family, a clan of feudal load who ruled this region during Edo periods.
You can see varieties of collections of Tachibana family and scenic Japanese garden.
The former house of a poet, Kitahara hakushu or the former Residence of Toda family
Take a train at Yanagawa station
Ending Point
Fukuoka station or your hotel
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide fee
Train fare-¥870 per adult for one way ( Pls. kindly pay for the guide as well)
¥440 for a child
River cruising boat - from ¥1800 to ¥2000
Ohana (optional) - Entrance fee ¥1000
Food and drinks
Tour Important Information
There are 2 routes for boat punting. One is from near the Yanagawa station and another one os from the town and finish at the same place.
Yanagawa is approx. one hour away from the city.
Important message from the supplier
I will be happy to guide you neighboring prefectures if you pay me transportation fee.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2023
About Tour Guide Kazue I.
Hi! I am Kazue. I am from Fukuoka and live in the central city.
I spent almost 20 years traveling around the world as a cabin attendant. Meeting different people, different cultures and eating local food were best things in my career.
This experience definitely widened my perspective and will help me in some way when I work as a guide.
Since I spent half my life outside of Japan, I noticed our culture and traditions are very unique and became more interested in historical sites in Japan.
For my personal life, I am a mom of twins. It is still a hard work but I am enjoying a lot with them. We take them around Kyushu whenever possible for their fun and experience.
We all love traveling after all.
I am looking forward to showing you around our hometown soon!
Reviews
Daniel D.
“Lexus factory visit”
Kazue accompanied us as interpreter to the Lexus factory vist. She was very well prepared, punctual and professional in her translation. It was a pleasure to have her with us.
Kazue I.
Dear, Mr.Daniel Thank you so much for your great comments and I am very happy if it helped you in some way. I hope you will continue to have a wonderful and memorable trip in Japan. Warmest, Kazue
Rae I.
“Best day yet in Fukuoka”
We had a great first day in Fukuoka with Kazue. She was right on time, very informative and flexible. We had a couple of us that have bad knees, hips etc and she went out of her way to make the tour as comfortable as possible with the least amount of stairs, and gave us great tips and suggestions for restaurants and sights in the area. She is very knowledgeable and sweet. Mahalo Kazue for the best first day ever in Fukuoka!
Kazue I.
Dear, Mrs.Kahala Thank you so much for your nice words. I am glad if I was able to help you even a little. You are all very friendly and it made me feel like I was also a part of your group! I really enjoyed being with you all. Thank you! Hope to see you again someday! Have a wonderful time in the rest of your stay! Warmest, Kazue
Mark O.
“Amazing Yatai Food Stall Experience!”
Kazue was an outstanding tour guide! She provided us the opportunity to try many unique Fukuoka specialties at the stalls where the locals still eat and to experience the charming personalities of the owners who have been running the stalls for many years. The food was so good and tasty! Kazue made sure to keep us away from the touristy and crowded stalls around canal city, but did take us around the area to allow us to experience it. What a great local food experience we had! Thanks Kazue
Kazue I.
Dear, Mr.Mark Thank you so much for your great comments for me and i am so glad to know that you enjoyed the tour. In fact I enjoyed a lot talking to you and thank you for treating me as part of your team. It was great meeting you all. Warm regards, Kazue
$224/ per group
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