Saga Tour

About this tour

Experience the culture, craftsmanship, and traditional scenery of Saga and Yanagawa on a private day tour combining one of Kyushu’s most striking shrines, Japan’s renowned ceramic heritage, and a relaxing canal cruise. Begin at Yutoku Inari Shrine, one of Japan’s prominent Inari shrines, known for its vivid vermilion buildings constructed along a forested hillside. Explore the beautiful shrine grounds and enjoy views across the surrounding area. Continue to Arita Porcelain Park, where European-inspired architecture provides a distinctive setting for discovering the region’s connection to porcelain. Then visit The Kyushu Ceramic Museum to learn more about the history, artistry, and development of ceramics in Arita and across Kyushu. Complete your journey in Yanagawa, a historic canal town in neighboring Fukuoka Prefecture. Board a traditional boat and cruise peacefully along the waterways while enjoying views of old neighborhoods, bridges, trees, and waterside scenery. With private transportation and convenient hotel pickup and drop-off, this tour offers a memorable combination of spiritual heritage, traditional craftsmanship, architecture, and relaxing scenery.