Experience the charm of Fukuoka with this captivating day tour that offers a perfect blend of Yame's Tea production process, agricultural traditions and a unique perspective of traditional Japanese waterways.
This day tour offers travelers a deep dive into Fukuoka's rich traditions, focusing on local craftsmanship, culinary heritage, and scenic landscapes.
Let's discover Fukuoka with us!
★This tour now featuring an exclusive visit to the vibrant Yanagawa Sunflower Field during the limited sunflower season from September 13th to 23rd★
Enjoy picturesque tea plantations, a relaxing Yanagawa river boat ride, and the breathtaking sight of blooming sunflowers, all in one unforgettable day!
【Yanagawa Sunflower Festival】 During the limited sunflower season from September 13th to 23rd this tour will visit Yanagawa Sunflower Festival. Approximately 500,000 sunflowers bloom spectacularly across 5 hectares of reclaimed land facing the Ariake Sea, creating a stunning contrast between the bright yellow flowers and the blue sky.
【Authentic Cultural Immersion】 Experience the real Japan beyond the big cities. Engage with local traditions and craftsmanship firsthand.
【Scenic Beauty and Relaxation】 Glide through Yanagawa's picturesque canals, known as the "Venice of Japan" and enjoy breathtaking views of lush tea fields in Yame. Capture Instagram-worthy moments at every stop from serene river scenes to vast tea plantations.
【Hands-on Experiences】 Try your hand at making traditional Yame washi paper and learn about tea production from expert local artisans. Experience parts of Japan many tourists never see.
【Culinary Delights】 Savor a delicious local lunch in historic Yanagawa and taste some of Japan's finest green tea at its source.
【Yanagawa River Experience】 Begin your journey with a relaxing river cruise in Yanagawa, often called the "Venice of Kyushu." Enjoy a traditional boat ride along the city's picturesque canals, followed by a delicious and famous Yanagawa Cuisine.
【Yame Traditional Crafts Workshop】 Visit the Yame Traditional Craft Center to experience the art of Yame Washi papermaking. Try your hand at this centuries-old craft and shop for unique souvenirs.
【Tea Culture Exploration】 Dive into Yame's famous tea culture with a visit to Ushijima Seicha tea factory. Learn about the tea production process and the region's rich tea heritage.
The factory tours are available from mid-January to mid-June and from late September to mid-December. During the off-season, visits are limited to the Ushijima Seicha shop only. In this case, we offer a complimentary tea pack as a gift!
【Yame Central Tea Plantation】 Conclude your tour with a visit to the Yame Chuo Dai-chaen, where you can admire the vast expanse of beautiful tea fields. Yame tea is a renowned green tea produced in Fukuoka Prefecture which is is famous for producing high-quality gyokuro, a premium shade-grown green tea.