Dazaifu and Yanagawa Canal Cruise Private Guide Day Tour by Train

Dazaifu and Yanagawa Canal Cruise Private Guide Day Tour by Train

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About This Tour in Fukuoka

Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine: Discover the spiritual heart of Kyushu. Your guide will lead you through the stunning 1,300-year-old sanctuary, sharing the legends of the "God of Learning" and the beauty of its thousand plum trees. Yanagawa Canal Cruise: Step into a traditional Donko boat for a private-feeling journey through history. Drift along the scenic "Venice of Japan" as you admire the charming castle town views from the water. Yanagawa Hina Matsuri: Sagemon 2026 The "Yanagawa Hina Matsuri Sagemon Meguri" begins February 11, 2026. For 52 days, vibrant "sagemon" decorations—handcrafted symbols of health and happiness—will adorn the city. This cherished tradition celebrates girls' growth with auspicious fabric crafts and colorful Yanagawa balls, creating a warm, festive atmosphere throughout the water town.

Why Visit Fukuoka?

Fukuoka, Japan offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Fukuoka provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.

Getting to Fukuoka

You can reach Fukuoka, Japan by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city has excellent public transportation systems, including trains, subways, and buses. Taxis are widely available, and the transportation infrastructure is efficient and reliable.

What's Included

  • English-speaking tour guide
  • Umegae-mochi (rice cake sweet bean paste inside)
  • Round-Trip Train Tickets
  • Yanagawa Canal Cruising

What's Not Included

  • Private transportation
  • Lunch

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness

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Meeting and Pickup

Meeting Point

Yanagawa Canal Cruise (60min) ** Stroll around the moat (60min) ** Lunch at Yanagawa (Lunch

at the Lion Statue, in front of Fukuoka Mitsukoshi Department Store

End Point

Among the hundreds of Tenmangu Shrines throughout Japan, Dazaifu's (大宰府天満宮, Dazaifu Tenmangū)

at the Lion Statue, in front of Fukuoka Mitsukoshi Department Store

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point

Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

Yanagawa Canal Cruise (60min) ** Stroll around the moat... 4 hours

Yanagawa Canal Cruise (60min) ** Stroll around the moat (60min) ** Lunch at Yanagawa (Lunch is not included with this tour, so meal costs will be paid individually. )

Among the hundreds of Tenmangu Shrines throughout Japan,... 1 hour

Among the hundreds of Tenmangu Shrines throughout Japan, Dazaifu's (大宰府天満宮, Dazaifu Tenmangū) is the most important one alongside Kyoto's Kitano Tenmangu. Tenmangu Shrines are dedicated to the spirit of Sugawara Michizane, a scholar and politician of the Heian Period. Because of his great learning, Michizane has been associated with Tenjin, a Shinto deity of education, and is popular among students..

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