- Overview
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- Stroll around the riverside village of Yanagawa, which was built for defense during the Edo Period
- Experience the Kyushu style riverside life by gliding on a boat and admire the views from the water
- Watch the local boatman maneuver the boat or "donko" using a long pole while singing songs
- Shop 'til you drop at Tosu Premium Outlets in Saga Prefecture, and enjoy up to 70% discounts on 150 shops
- What to expect
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Experience the charm of the city of waterways that is Yanagawa on this trip! Also called the "Venice of Fukuoka", Yanagawa is known for its canals that locals use for agriculture and transportation. It was originally a farming village. On this trip, enjoy the city in a wooden gondola-like boat called "donko", which is powered by a man with a pole. Take in the scenery and listen to the boatman's song on a short cruise known as "kawakudari" (going down the river). Indulge in local dishes for lunch, before shopping at Tosu Premium Outlets, the biggest outlet mall in Kyushu area. Enjoy up to 70% discount on clothes, cosmetics, sports wear, accessories, lifestyle goods, and more from well-known brands. Then return to Fukuoka with unforgettable memories of your trip!
- Map of destination or departure area
Recommended rail passes
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Japan | Fukuoka City Subway 1-Day Pass
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Fukuoka Tourist City Pass
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JR Kyushu Fukuoka Wide Area Mobile Pass
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JR Kyushu Rail Pass (3, 5 Days)
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DISCOVER KYUSHU EXPRESS “36+3”（ Green car seat type）
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DISCOVER KYUSHU EXPRESS “36+3”（private compartment type）
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【Kansai Hiroshima】JR Sanyo-San’in-Northern Kyushu Area Pass（7 Days）
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JR West All Area Pass
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ARU RESSHA by JR Kyushu (luxury dining train)
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JR Pass for Whole Japan (7, 14, 21 Days)