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Okawa to Yanagawa

Updated: March 26, 2024 11:33 AM
Yanagawa

Okawa to Yanagawa - Language, Currency, Distance, How to Reach, Expenses, Best time to go, What to Eat, Where to Go, FAQ

  • Language: Japanese
  • Currency: Yen
  • Distance: Approximately 30 kilometers
  • How to Reach:
    • By train: Take the Nishitetsu Tenjin Omuta Line from Nishitetsu Fukuoka (Tenjin) Station to Yanagawa Station. The journey takes about 45 minutes.
    • By bus: Take the Nishitetsu Bus from Nishitetsu Fukuoka (Tenjin) Bus Terminal to Yanagawa Bus Center. The journey takes about 50 minutes.
  • Expenses:
    • Transportation: Around 1,000 yen for a round-trip train ticket or 1,500 yen for a round-trip bus ticket.
    • Food: Around 2,000 yen for lunch and dinner.
    • Activities: Around 1,000 yen for a boat ride on the Yanagawa River.
    • Accommodation: Around 5,000 yen for a night in a budget hotel.
  • Best time to go: Spring (March-May) or autumn (September-November) when the weather is mild and pleasant.
  • What to Eat:
    • Unagi (freshwater eel)
    • Motsu nabe (hot pot with offal)
    • Soba noodles
    • Udon noodles
  • Where to Go:
    • Yanagawa River: Take a boat ride through the picturesque canals of Yanagawa, known as the "Venice of Kyushu".
    • Okawa Castle: Visit the ruins of this 16th-century castle, located on a hill overlooking the city of Okawa.
    • Okawa Museum of History and Folklore: Learn about the history and culture of Okawa at this museum.
    • Okawa Flower Park: Admire the beautiful flowers in this park, which is open year-round.
  • FA
    • Is it possible to do a day trip from Fukuoka to Okawa and Yanagawa?
    • Yes, it is possible to do a day trip from Fukuoka to Okawa and Yanagawa. The journey takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes by train from Fukuoka to Yanagawa, and about 30 minutes by train from Yanagawa to Okawa.
    • Are there any guided tours available?
    • Yes, there are guided tours available in both Okawa and Yanagawa. You can book a tour through your hotel or through a local tour operator.
    • What is the best way to get around Okawa and Yanagawa?
    • The best way to get around Okawa and Yanagawa is by bicycle or on foot. You can rent a bicycle from a local shop or hotel.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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