Suigo Yanagawa Sightseeing (Yanagawa Waterway Sightseeing)

Overview

Suigo Yanagawa Sightseeing is a boat tour operator in Yanagawa City, Fukuoka Prefecture. The castle town of Yanagawa Castle, built approximately 420 years ago, features a network of canals, and its beautiful scenery has earned it the nickname "Venice of the Orient." At Suigo Yanagawa Sightseeing, you can take a traditional wooden boat for a relaxing tour of the canals, learning about Yanagawa's history and culture. The boatman's witty storytelling and songs are a further highlight. The Yanagawa moat tour is a classic Yanagawa sightseeing course. You can enjoy the charming atmosphere of the water town while viewing traditional townhouses along the canals, as well as historical sites such as the Yanagawa Castle ruins and the Sanjusha Shrine. You can also enjoy the natural beauty of the waterways, where swans and carp swim. Suigo Yanagawa Sightseeing's boats are small, accommodating around 10 people. This allows for a closer connection with the boatman, making their stories and songs more intimate. The boatmen are knowledgeable about Yanagawa's history and culture, and they share many fascinating stories. The Yanagawa moat tour is approximately 60 minutes long. Take your time cruising the canals and soak in Yanagawa's beautiful scenery.