Immerse yourself in the traditional artistry and samurai legacy of the Ariake Sea region with a journey through the woodworking capital of Okawa and the historic canal city of Yanagawa. Though the order will be different, everyone will get to see the following.

・Shobun Vinegar Brewery: Step inside a prestigious brewery with over 300 years of history to tour the traditional vinegar cellars

・Old Yoshiwara Residence (Kumiko Workshop): Visit this elegant historic home to try your hand at Okawa Kumiko, an intricate woodworking craft that creates stunning geometric patterns without using a single nail.

・Hanko (Border Town) District: Enjoy a stroll through this atmospheric merchant district, which once flourished as a strategic trade border between the Saga and Fukuoka domains.

・Yanagawa Kawakudari (Boat Tour): Experience the “Venice of Kyushu” from a traditional flat-bottomed boat as a local boatman punts you through a serene network of willow-lined canals.

・Ohana Estate & Tachibana Museum: Explore the former villa of the Tachibana lords, featuring an exclusive encounter with a clan descendant and a museum showcasing exquisite family treasures

・Okinohata Stroll: Wander through a charming riverside neighborhood filled with local shops and historic architecture, capturing the timeless essence of life in a Japanese water town.