journey to combining the sensory delights of Yobuko’s market with the marvels of Imari and Arita pottery, seeking the authentic local experiences.
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The Highlight
The Hometown of Japanese Porcelain ~Walking Through a Kilins of Pottery
The Experience
【Yobuko Morning Market】 Squid fishing is thriving in Yobuko Town. The Yobuko morning market, one of the four major morning markets in Japan, has been held daily by the port for more than 100 years. (Except New Year's Day).The interaction with the locals is also an attraction, and you can experience the culture of this historic fishing town.
【Imari Okawachiyama Village】 Imari Okawachiyama Pottery Village This is the “village of secret kilns” where the Nabeshima clan's official kilns were located in the Edo period (1603-1867). 30 or more kilns have preserved their traditional techniques, and a landscape-like scenery and pottery culture live on. Imariyaki is a type of porcelain that began in the early 17th century and is characterized by a variety of styles, such as indigo blue dyed porcelain and gorgeous gold brocade.
【Takeo Onsen】 Takeo Onsen Tower Gate The symbol of the hot spring with a history of 1,300 years.
【Saga Hirakawa-ya / Onsen Tofu】 Onsen Tofu is a traditional dish rooted in the region, where the tofu melts when simmered in hot spring water, giving it a light snow-like texture and gentle flavor. And Saga is one of the leading soybean producing areas in Japan.
【Arita Tozan Shrine】 The shrine was built to pray for the development of Arita-yaki pottery, and porcelain is used for the torii gate and guardian dogs, giving visitors a sense of the unique culture of the pottery town.
Guide Services
Languages Spoken by Guides
- English
- Japanese
Itinerary
- *Come to the meeting point at least 10 min before departure time*
- 08:00Depart from Hotel in Fukuoka City Hotel
- **Photo courtesy of Saga Prefecture Tourism Federation**
- 09:30Stroll around The Yobuko morning market (60 min.)
- There is a 200-meter of morning street and depending on the day, traditional stalls where freshly caught seafood is grilled.
- 11:50Stroll around Imari Okawachiyama Pottery Village (90 min.) Find your own masterpiece at the kiln!
- From June 14 (Sat.) to August 24 (Sun.), the village will host the Nabeshima Clan Kiln Wind Bell Fair, where the gentle sounds of wind bells will echo through the streets.
- Image of Imari-yaki (Nabeshima celadon)
- 13:30Saga Hirakawaya / Tried Onsen Yudofu (Lunch: 90min)
- After lunch, visit the Takeo Tower Gate(Romon) of Takeo Onsen Hot Springs in front of the restaurant.
- 15:20Stroll around Touzan Shrine and visit to Arita-yaki pottery stores (total 100 min.)
- A street lined with Arita pottery stores
- 17:00Back to Fukuoka.
- 19:00Arrival at the hotel of your stay
Price Details
How to Use
- Voucher will be sent via email. Please show your e-voucher at designated location.
Purchase Notice
This is a private tour. Only your group will participate. Infant up to 5 years old may join free of charge.(Max. 8 Passenger Seat)/Infant is not meals. Private charter car will be provided for 11 hours tour. Lunch will be served with soybean milk dishes.
Important Booking Information
Please be at pick up point 10 minutes before pick up time. Times are subject to change with or without notice.
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellation made at least 11 day(s) before departure date, Fully refundable (100% refund)
- Cancel during 8 ~ 10 day(s) of departure, will charge 20%
- Cancel during 2 ~ 7 day(s) of departure, will charge 30%
- Cancel on 1 day(s) before departure, will charge 40%
- Cancel on activities date, Non-refundable (0% refund)