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Tour Highlights
1. POO Strawberry Farm – Fruit Picking Experience (Own Expense)
Start your journey with a visit to POO Strawberry Farm, one of Kyushu’s largest strawberry farms. The farm grows 11 varieties of strawberries, including Amaou and Saga Honoka.
Strawberry All-You-Can-Eat Prices (Own Expense):
- January 7 – April 6
- Adults: ¥2,500 (Weekdays ¥2,000)
- Children: ¥2,000 (Weekdays ¥1,500)
- April 7 – April 30
- Adults: ¥2,000 (Weekdays ¥1,500)
- Children: ¥1,500 (Weekdays ¥1,000)
Note: Depending on the season, fruit picking activities may be replaced with alternatives.
2. Takeo Library & Takeo Shrine
- Takeo City Library: A modern library with a unique concept, offering books, a spacious reading area, a café, and a pleasant outdoor lawn.
- Takeo Shrine: With a history spanning over 1,300 years, it is known for blessings in love and good fortune. Walk through the bamboo forest to see the sacred “Takeo Daikusu,” a 3,000-year-old camphor tree, ranked among the largest in Japan.
3. Yanagawa Donko Boat Ride (Own Expense)
Enjoy a traditional Donko boat ride along the scenic canals of Yanagawa, also known as the “City of Water.” Admire willow trees, cherry blossoms, and historical surroundings.
- Boat Ride Cost: ¥1,000–¥2,000 per person (depending on operator and season)
4. Tachibana Villa Gohana
After the boat ride, visit the historic Tachibana Villa Gohana, which features a blend of Western and Japanese architecture. The garden “Shotoen,” with over 200-year-old pine trees, is designated a national scenic spot.
- Entrance Fee:
- Adults: ¥700
- High School Students: ¥400
- Elementary/Middle School Students: ¥300
5. Lunch – Yanagawa’s Famous Eel Rice (Own Expense)
Enjoy the regional delicacy Unagi Don (grilled eel rice) at a local traditional restaurant in Yanagawa.
6. Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine & Kyushu National Museum
- Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine: The largest Tenmangu shrine in Japan, dedicated to the god of learning, Sugawara no Michizane. The site is especially popular during plum blossom season.
- Kyushu National Museum: A museum showcasing Japanese cultural history from the Paleolithic period to the Edo era.
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Important Information
- Tour Duration: Maximum vehicle operation is limited to 10 hours by law. Itinerary may be adjusted accordingly.
- Meeting Point: Confirm in advance. No refunds for missing the bus due to last-minute changes.
- Group Tour: This is a shared tour; guests from different language backgrounds may join.
- Email Notification: Tour details (guide/vehicle info) will be emailed between 20:00–21:00 the night before. Please check your inbox and spam folder.
- Seating Arrangement: Seats are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Special requests will be considered but not guaranteed.
- Luggage: One piece per person allowed. Uninformed excess luggage may result in denial of boarding.
- Midway Departure: Not allowed. No refunds for leaving the group early.
- Weather & Seasonal Adjustments: The tour schedule may change due to weather, traffic, or unforeseen events. No refunds for missed seasonal events or blooms.
Itinerary Schedule
08:30 – Departure
09:50 – 10:50 – Visit Takeo Library & Takeo Shrine
12:10 – 14:10 – Yanagawa Boat Ride & Tachibana Villa Gohana
14:10 – 15:10 – Lunch (Own Expense)
16:00 – 17:30 – Visit Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine & Kyushu National Museum
18:30 – Return to departure point (estimated)
All times are approximate and may vary depending on traffic and weather conditions.
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