Nagoya Castle Ruins and Campsites — Special Exhibition Marking 100 Years as a Designated Historic Site is a timely event at Saga Prefectural Nagoya Castle Museum 2nd floor special…
PeriodOct 9, 2026 – Nov 29, 2026
Hours today09:00〜17:00
VenueSaga Prefectural Nagoya Castle Museum 2nd floor special exhibition room
AddressSaga Prefecture Karatsu City Chinzeimachi Nagoya 1931-3
PriceFree
AdmissionFree entry; check the official page for crowd-control or timed-entry rules.
ClosedClosed every Wednesday, and several times a year for maintenance (dates are unspecified)
Public transportYes Free (Parking available for regular cars and large buses)
By carBy car: Approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes by car from Saga Airport via the Nagasaki Expressway and the Itsuki Taku Toll Road. Approximately 1 hour and 35 minutes by car from Fukuoka Airport via the Fukuoka Urban Expressway and Fukuoka Maebaru Road. Bus: From Karatsu Bus Center to Showa...
ParkingParking available, free (regular cars and large buses can park)
Address〒847-1441 Saga Prefecture Higashimatsura District Genkai Town Imamura 4560−1
ClosedClosed: 3rd Monday of every month (the following day if Monday is a holiday), year-end and New Year holidays (December 29th to January 2nd)
Public transport51 regular cars (free) 9 large buses (free)
By carBy car: about 1 hour 50 minutes from Saga Airport via the Nagasaki Expressway and Kyuragi-Taku Toll Road, or from Fukuoka Airport via the city expressway and Fukuoka-Maebaru Road. Confirm the taxi time from Nishi-Karatsu Station.
ParkingParking lot: 51 regular cars (free), 9 large buses (free)
Address〒847-1441 Saga Prefecture Higashimatsura District Genkai Town Imamura 4112−1
ClosedClosed: 3rd Monday of every month (the following day if Monday is a holiday), year-end and New Year holidays (December 29th to January 3rd)
Public transport30 regular passenger cars, 8 large buses, 6 for the disabled
By carCar: Approximately 70 minutes by car from Nagasaki Expressway Taku I.C. JR: Approximately 40 minutes by taxi from JR Chikuhi Line Karatsu Station. Bus: Showa Bus “Oshima/Kokakura Line bound for Nagoyahama” from Karatsu Oteguchi Bus Center…
ParkingParking lot: 30 regular passenger cars, 8 large buses, 6 spaces for the disabled.
Address〒847-1441 Saga Prefecture Higashimatsura District Genkai Town Imamura 6121
Public transportApproximately 50 minutes by car from Taku Interchange on the Nagasaki Expressway Approximately 30 minutes by car from Karatsu city center Take the Oshima/Okakura Line from Karatsu City Oteguchi Bus Center, and approximately 2 minutes' walk from the Nakadori bus stop.
By carApproximately 50 minutes by car from Taku Interchange on the Nagasaki Expressway Approximately 30 minutes by car from Karatsu city center Take the Oshima/Okakura Line from Karatsu City Oteguchi Bus Center, and approximately 2 minutes' walk from the Nakadori bus stop.
Location〒847-1433 Saga Prefecture Higashimatsura District Genkai Town Hamanora
By car1 hour from Nishi-Kyushu Expressway Taku Interchange 30 minutes from Nishi-Kyushu Expressway Kitahata Interchange 1 hour and 30 minutes from Fukuoka Tenjin
ParkingParking Lot Location: Hamanoura Rice Terrace Parking Lot 1, Parking Lot 2 Large (Number of Parking Lots, Number of Parking Lots) Large (Number of Parking Lots and Fees) There are no dedicated spaces, but in the empty spaces in the parking lot (free of charge) Regular Cars (Number of Cars and Fees) 38 regular cars (Free…
Address〒847-0015 Saga Prefecture Karatsu City Kitajonai 5-40
ClosedClosed on Mondays (open if Monday is a holiday, closed the next day) December 29th to January 3rd
Public transportApproximately 15 minutes walk from JR Karatsu Station 10 minutes walk from Karatsu Bus Center
By carLarge vehicles: 7 spaces. Up to 1 hour: 400 yen; 1-2 hours: 900 yen; over 2 hours: 1,300 yen. Check the official source for the flat overnight rate between 22:00 and 06:00.
ParkingLarge-vehicle parking: 7 spaces. Up to 1 hour: 400 yen; 1-2 hours: 900 yen; over 2 hours: 1,300 yen. Check the official source for the flat overnight rate between 22:00 and 06:00.
Address〒847-1106 Saga Prefecture Karatsu City Nanayama Takigawa 1150
ClosedClosed on the first Tuesday of every month (subject to change if it is a public holiday)
Public transportFree 3 medium-sized buses, 100 regular cars, motorcycles (3 regular cars), bicycles (with hangers) Paid RV park 2 spaces (3,000 yen per night, free bathing for 1 person)
By car[By car] ■From the Nishi-Kyushu Expressway Hamatama Interchange, take National Route 323 toward Saga City for about 10 minutes ■From the Nagasaki Expressway Saga-Yamato Interchange, take National Route 323 via National Route 263…
ParkingParking: Free 3 medium-sized buses, 100 regular cars, motorcycles (3 regular cars), bicycles (with hanger) Paid RV park 2 spaces (3,000 yen per night, free bathing for 1 person)
Address〒847-0303 Saga Prefecture Karatsu City Yobukocho Yobuko 4185−27
ClosedClosing days apply from December to March; check the official website. Sailings are canceled in poor sea conditions.
Public transportCar: 60 minutes by car from Taku IC on the Nagasaki Expressway JR: 30 minutes by taxi from Karatsu Station on the JR Karatsu Line or Chikuhi Line. Bus: Take Showa Bus bound for Yobuko from Oteguchi Bus Center and get off at Yobuko bus stop.
By carCar: 60 minutes by car from Taku IC on the Nagasaki Expressway JR: 30 minutes by taxi from Karatsu Station on the JR Karatsu Line or Chikuhi Line. Bus: Take Showa Bus bound for Yobuko from Oteguchi Bus Center and get off at Yobuko bus stop.
Address2881-1 Shinkomachi, Karatsu City, 847-0043 (Furusato Kaikan Alpino Old Multipurpose Hall)
Last admissionLast admission: 16:40. Adults: 310 yen; elementary and junior high students: 150 yen; preschoolers: free. Groups of 20 or more receive a 20% discount; listed adult group price: 240 yen. Check the source for other group rates.
ClosedClosed: December 29th to December 31st
Public transport[By train] 5 minutes walk from JR Karatsu Station [By car] (From Fukuoka direction) Approximately 15 minutes from Nishikyushu Expressway Kamikaratsu IC (From Saga direction) Approximately 30 minutes from Ochi-Nagabeta IC on the Sagagi Taku Road
By car[By train] 5 minutes walk from JR Karatsu Station [By car] (From Fukuoka direction) Approximately 15 minutes from Nishikyushu Expressway Kamikaratsu IC (From Saga direction) Approximately 30 minutes from Ochi-Nagabeta IC on the Sagagi Taku Road
ParkingParking Lot Location Karatsu City Furusato Kaikan Alpino Parking Lot Large (number of spaces/fees) Large cars 400 yen per hour 3 spaces Regular cars (number of spaces/fees) Regular cars 100 yen per hour 118 spaces
A reconstructed castle tower with historical, archaeological and pottery displays, plus panoramic sea views, surrounding gardens and nighttime illumination.
Address〒847-0401 Saga Prefecture Karatsu City Chinzeimachi Nagoya 1931-3
Before you goPermanent exhibition free of charge. Special exhibitions may have a fee. The current exhibition will be held from October 9th to November 29th, 2026. The rights and subject of the photo are being confirmed separately.
ClosedClosed Mondays *If Monday is a holiday, the following weekday December 29th to 31st at the end of the year, January 1st to January 3rd at the beginning of the year
Public transportBuses: 6.
By carFor route bus timetables and fares, please refer to the Showa Bus website (Showa Jidosha Co., Ltd. website).
This museum displays artifacts excavated from the Nabata Ruins, the birthplace of Japan's oldest rice cultivation. The pit dwellings and ancient rice fields have been restored in the plaza, which is rich in nature.
Address〒847-0844 Saga Prefecture Karatsu City Nabatake 3359-2
ClosedClosed on Mondays (the next day if Monday is a holiday), New Year's holidays (December 29th to January 3rd)
Public transportCar: 40 minutes by car from Nagasaki Expressway Taku I.C. JR: 15 minutes walk from Karatsu Station on the JR Karatsu Line or Chikuhi Line. Bus: Showa Bus City Bus [West Course] Get off at Suekokan-mae, about 10 minutes from Karatsu Station.
By carCar: 40 minutes by car from Nagasaki Expressway Taku I.C. JR: 15 minutes walk from Karatsu Station on the JR Karatsu Line or Chikuhi Line. Bus: Showa Bus City Bus [West Course] Get off at Suekokan-mae, about 10 minutes from Karatsu Station.
Address〒849-3113 Saga Prefecture Karatsu City Kyuragimachi Makise 34-2
ClosedClosed: Every Tuesday (open if it falls on a holiday, Golden Week, Obon, or New Year holidays)
Public transportCar: From Saga, take National Route 203 towards Karatsu for about 50 minutes. JR: Take the bus bound for Saga from JR Atsugi Station and get off at the "Atsugi Onsen Sayohime no Yu" bus stop. Bus: From Saga, take the bus bound for Karatsu area “Ikki Onsen Sa…”
Location〒847-0303 Saga Prefecture Karatsu City Yobukocho Yobuko
ClosedRegular holidays. Regular holiday 1/1
Public transportCar: 60 minutes by car from Taku IC on the Nagasaki Expressway JR: 30 minutes by taxi from Karatsu Station on the JR Karatsu Line or Chikuhi Line. Bus: Take the Showa Bus bound for Yobuko from Karatsu Station or Oteguchi Bus Center, call the bus stop...
By carCar: 60 minutes by car from Taku IC on the Nagasaki Expressway JR: 30 minutes by taxi from Karatsu Station on the JR Karatsu Line or Chikuhi Line. Bus: Take the Showa Bus bound for Yobuko from Karatsu Station or Oteguchi Bus Center, call the bus stop...
ParkingParking available: 120 spaces (paid, 100 yen for 1 hour)
Address〒8470404 Saga Prefecture Karatsu City Chinzeimachi Hado 720-1
ClosedClosed Wednesdays *Subject to change during summer and winter
Public transportCar: 70 minutes by car from Taku Interchange on the Nagasaki Expressway JR: 30 minutes by taxi from Karatsu Station on the JR Karatsu Line or Chikuhi Line. Bus: From Karatsu City Oteguchi Bus Center, take the Showa Bus bound for Hato Misaki,...
By carCar: 70 minutes by car from Taku Interchange on the Nagasaki Expressway JR: 30 minutes by taxi from Karatsu Station on the JR Karatsu Line or Chikuhi Line. Bus: From Karatsu City Oteguchi Bus Center, take the Showa Bus bound for Hato Misaki,...
A maple forest built over 40 years on the slopes of Mt. Sakurei. At ``Fuyu Sanso'' on the premises, you can enjoy a fantastic view with the autumn leaves reflected on the lacquered table.
Address〒849-3115 Saga Prefecture Karatsu City Kyuragimachi Hirano 667
ClosedOpen daily during the fresh-green season from mid-April through June, and during November's foliage season. Outside those periods, closing days vary.
Public transportYes <Paid only in November> Light/regular cars 500 yen/unit, motorcycles 300 yen/unit, buses 3,000 yen/unit
By carBus None [By car] Approximately 20 minutes from Nagasaki Expressway Taku Interchange Approximately 40 minutes from Nishi-Kyushu Expressway Karatsu Interchange
ParkingParking available <Paid only in November> Light/regular car 500 yen/unit, motorcycle 300 yen/unit, bus 3,000 yen/unit
Address〒847-0305 Saga Prefecture Karatsu City Yobukocho Kabeshima 3279-1
ClosedRegular holidays. Closed: Every Tuesday and year-end and New Year holidays *Observation is possible
Public transport[Public transportation] From JR Karatsu Station, Nishi-Karatsu Station, or Oteguchi (Karatsu Bus Center), take the Showa Bus bound for Yobuko and get off at Yobuko bus stop (terminal stop).
By car[Public transportation] From JR Karatsu Station, Nishi-Karatsu Station, or Oteguchi (Karatsu Bus Center), take the Showa Bus bound for Yobuko and get off at Yobuko bus stop (terminal stop). *To use “Choisoko Karatsu”, please...
Location〒847-0135 Saga Prefecture Karatsu City Yakataishi
Public transportBy car: 60 minutes by car from Taku IC on the Nagasaki Expressway, approximately 30 minutes by car from downtown Karatsu.JR: 20 minutes by taxi from Karatsu Station on the JR Karatsu Line or Chikuhi Line. Bus: “Minato…” from Karatsu City Oteguchi Bus Center
By carBy car: 60 minutes by car from Taku IC on the Nagasaki Expressway, approximately 30 minutes by car from downtown Karatsu.JR: 20 minutes by taxi from Karatsu Station on the JR Karatsu Line or Chikuhi Line. Bus: “Minato…” from Karatsu City Oteguchi Bus Center
ParkingParking Lot Nanatsugama Parking Lot Approximately 50 spaces (free) WC available
Address〒847-0404 Saga Prefecture Karatsu City Chinzeimachi Hado 1616-1
ClosedRegular holiday New Year's Day
Public transport■Car: 70 minutes by car from Taku Interchange on the Nagasaki Expressway ■JR: 30 minutes by taxi from Karatsu Station on the JR Karatsu Line or Chikuhi Line ■Bus: Take the Showa Bus bound for Cape Hado from Karatsu City Oteguchi Bus Center...
By car■Car: 70 minutes by car from Taku Interchange on the Nagasaki Expressway ■JR: 30 minutes by taxi from Karatsu Station on the JR Karatsu Line or Chikuhi Line ■Bus: Take the Showa Bus bound for Cape Hado from Karatsu City Oteguchi Bus Center...
Address〒847-0045 Saga Prefecture Karatsu City Kyomachi 1783
ClosedRegular holidays: Year-end and New Year holidays
Public transport■Subway/JR From Fukuoka Airport, take the subway/JR Chikuhi Line to Karatsu Station, approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. 2 minutes walk from the north exit of Karatsu Station. ■Bus From Fukuoka Airport/Hakata/Tenjin, take Showa Bus Karatsu to Karatsu Oteguchi Bus...
By car■By car: Approximately 1 hour from Fukuoka Airport, Hakata, and Tenjin via the Urban Expressway, Nishi-Kyushu Expressway, and Nijohamadama Road. ■By car: Approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes from Saga Airport via the Nagasaki Expressway and the Ikki Taku Toll Road.
ParkingParking If you are using KARAE, please use the nearby paid parking lots listed below. (1) Nakamachi Parking Lot (2) Paraka Karatsu City Kyomachi Parking Lot 1 (3) Karatsu Station North Exit East Parking Lot (4)…
Location〒847-1507 Saga Prefecture Karatsu City Hizemmachi Mitsukoshi
Public transportJR: Get off at Karatsu Station on the JR Karatsu Line. From Oteguchi Bus Center, take the Showa Bus bound for Takakushi, Irino, Hoshiga, and Nosho via Kiriki, and get off at the bus stop "Mangarigawa" and walk for 40 minutes. Bus: From Oteguchi Bus Center to Showa…
By carBy car: 60 minutes by car from Taku IC on the Nagasaki Expressway. 20 minutes by car from Kitahata IC on the Nishi-Kyushu Expressway. JR: Get off at Karatsu Station on the JR Karatsu Line.
ParkingParking available, 108 spaces, free of charge
Address〒847-0133 Saga Prefecture Karatsu City Minatomachi 777-1
ClosedClosed Wednesdays, Obon, and New Year's holidays (January 1st to January 3rd) * Obon holidays vary depending on the year * Closed at 1:00 PM on New Year's Eve (December 31st)
Public transportApproximately 45 minutes by car from Taku Interchange on the Nagasaki Expressway Approximately 20 minutes by car from Karatsu city center Take the Minato-Hadomisaki Line from Karatsu City Oteguchi Bus Center, and approximately 2 minutes' walk from the Minato bus stop.
By carApproximately 45 minutes by car from Taku Interchange on the Nagasaki Expressway Approximately 20 minutes by car from Karatsu city center Take the Minato-Hadomisaki Line from Karatsu City Oteguchi Bus Center, and approximately 2 minutes' walk from the Minato bus stop.
Address〒847-0047 Saga Prefecture Karatsu City Hommachi 1513-15
ClosedClosed: 12/29 to 12/31
Public transportLocation Adjacent to the facility Large vehicles (including buses) cannot be parked. Please contact us regarding bus parking.
By car5 minutes walk from Oteguchi Bus Center 10 minutes walk from JR Karatsu Station 15 minutes by car from Nishi-Kyushu Expressway Karatsu IC
ParkingParking Lot Location Adjacent to the facility Large vehicles (including buses) cannot be parked. Please use the nearest parking lot that accommodates large vehicles. Regular car (number of cars/price) Paid parking lot 100 yen per hour Regular car…
Location847-0022 From Higashikaratsu to Hamadama, Karatsu City, Saga Prefecture
Public transportCar: 40 minutes from Taku Interchange on the Nagasaki Expressway, 10 minutes from Karatsu Interchange on the Nishi-Kyushu Expressway.JR: Niji no Matsubara Station on the JR Chikuhi Line is located in the middle of Matsubara. Bus: Karatsu Oteguchi Bus Center…
By carCar: 40 minutes from Taku Interchange on the Nagasaki Expressway, 10 minutes from Karatsu Interchange on the Nishi-Kyushu Expressway.JR: Niji no Matsubara Station on the JR Chikuhi Line is located in the middle of Matsubara. Bus: Karatsu Oteguchi Bus Center…
Address〒849-3113 Saga Prefecture Karatsu City Kyuragimachi Makise 692-1
ClosedClosed: January 1st to 2nd *Soft serve ice cream is closed on Wednesdays
Public transportCar: Approximately 50 minutes from Saga towards Karatsu on National Route 203 JR: Take the bus bound for Saga from JR Amagi Station and get off at the Makise bus stop.
ParkingParking available (62 regular cars, 3 large cars) Free
Address〒847-0401 Saga Prefecture Karatsu City Chinzeimachi Nagoya 1859
ClosedClosed: Agricultural products store: 3rd Monday of every month, year-end and New Year holidays Product store: Year-end and New Year holidays Hanakobo WaSweets&Cafe: Irregular holidays
Public transportCar: 60 minutes by car from Nagasaki Expressway Taku Interchange JR: Get off at Karatsu Station on the JR Karatsu Line or Chikuhi Line. Take the bus bound for Hato Misaki from the Oteguchi bus center (about 40 minutes), and get off at the Nagoya Castle Museum entrance bus…
By carCar: 60 minutes by car from Nagasaki Expressway Taku Interchange JR: Get off at Karatsu Station on the JR Karatsu Line or Chikuhi Line. Take the bus bound for Hato Misaki from the Oteguchi bus center (about 40 minutes), and get off at the Nagoya Castle Museum entrance bus…
Location〒847-1103 Saga Prefecture Karatsu City Nanayama Takigawa
ClosedNo regular holidays
Public transportCar: 45 minutes from Saga-Yamato Interchange on the Nagasaki Expressway, 20 minutes from Hamatama Interchange on the Nishi-Kyushu Expressway, JR: 25 minutes by taxi from Hamasaki Station on the JR Chikuhi Line.
By carCar: 45 minutes from Saga-Yamato Interchange on the Nagasaki Expressway, 20 minutes from Hamatama Interchange on the Nishi-Kyushu Expressway, JR: 25 minutes by taxi from Hamasaki Station on the JR Chikuhi Line.
Address〒847-0305 Saga Prefecture Karatsu City Yobukocho Kabeshima 3965-1
Public transport[Public transportation] Take the Showa Bus bound for Yobuko from JR Karatsu Station, Nishi-Karatsu Station, or Oteguchi (Karatsu Bus Center), and get off at the Yobuko bus stop (terminal stop).
By car[Public transportation] Take the Showa Bus bound for Yobuko from JR Karatsu Station, Nishi-Karatsu Station, or Oteguchi (Karatsu Bus Center), and get off at the Yobuko bus stop (terminal stop). [If using a car] Nishi-Kyushu Expressway “To…
Address〒847-0404 Saga Prefecture Karatsu City Chinzeimachi Hado 947
Public transport■Car: 70 minutes by car from Taku Interchange on the Nagasaki Expressway ■JR: 30 minutes by taxi from Karatsu Station on the JR Karatsu Line or Chikuhi Line ■Bus: Take the Showa Bus bound for Cape Hado from Karatsu City Oteguchi Bus Center...
By car■Car: 70 minutes by car from Taku Interchange on the Nagasaki Expressway ■JR: 30 minutes by taxi from Karatsu Station on the JR Karatsu Line or Chikuhi Line ■Bus: Take the Showa Bus bound for Cape Hado from Karatsu City Oteguchi Bus Center...
ParkingParking: Free (some charges apply): Approximately 330 spaces
Location〒847-0133 Saga Prefecture Karatsu City Minatomachi
Public transportCar: 50 minutes by car from Taku Interchange on the Nagasaki Expressway JR: 20 minutes by taxi from Karatsu Station on the JR Karatsu Line or Chikuhi Line. Bus: Take the Showa Bus bound for Minato from Oteguchi Bus Center. Bus stop “…
By carCar: 50 minutes by car from Taku Interchange on the Nagasaki Expressway JR: 20 minutes by taxi from Karatsu Station on the JR Karatsu Line or Chikuhi Line. Bus: Take the Showa Bus bound for Minato from Oteguchi Bus Center. Bus stop “…
ParkingParking available: 30 spaces (free) *1 space For people with disabilities
Location〒847-1103 Saga Prefecture Karatsu City Nanayama Ikebaru
ClosedNo regular holidays
Public transportCar: 40 minutes from Saga-Yamato Interchange on the Nagasaki Expressway 40 minutes from Hamatama Interchange on the Nishi-Kyushu Expressway JR: 40 minutes by taxi from Hamasaki Station on the JR Chikuhi Line
By carCar: 40 minutes from Saga-Yamato Interchange on the Nagasaki Expressway 40 minutes from Hamatama Interchange on the Nishi-Kyushu Expressway JR: 40 minutes by taxi from Hamasaki Station on the JR Chikuhi Line
Location〒847-0305 Saga Prefecture Karatsu City Yobukocho Kabeshima
Public transport[Public transportation] From JR Karatsu Station, Nishi-Karatsu Station, or Oteguchi (Karatsu Bus Center), take the Showa Bus bound for Yobuko and get off at Yobuko bus stop (terminal stop).
By car[Public transportation] From JR Karatsu Station, Nishi-Karatsu Station, or Oteguchi (Karatsu Bus Center), take the Showa Bus bound for Yobuko and get off at Yobuko bus stop (terminal stop). *To use “Choisoko Karatsu”, please...
Location〒847-0022 Saga Prefecture Karatsu City Kagami
ClosedNo regular holidays
Public transportCar: 40 minutes from Taku Interchange on the Nagasaki Expressway, 15 minutes from Hamatama Interchange on the Nishi-Kyushu Expressway JR: 90 minutes walk from Niji no Matsubara Station on the JR Chikuhi Line. Bus: From Karatsu Oteguchi Bus Center to Showa...
By carCar: 40 minutes from Taku Interchange on the Nagasaki Expressway, 15 minutes from Hamatama Interchange on the Nishi-Kyushu Expressway JR: 90 minutes walk from Niji no Matsubara Station on the JR Chikuhi Line. Bus: From Karatsu Oteguchi Bus Center to Showa...
Address〒847-0132 Saga Prefecture Karatsu City Oka 649
Public transportApproximately 45 minutes by car from Taku Interchange on the Nagasaki Expressway Approximately 20 minutes by car from Karatsu City Take the Minato-Hado Misaki Line from Karatsu City Oteguchi Bus Center, and approximately 10 minutes on foot from Shofuen-mae bus stop
By carApproximately 45 minutes by car from Taku Interchange on the Nagasaki Expressway Approximately 20 minutes by car from Karatsu City Take the Minato-Hado Misaki Line from Karatsu City Oteguchi Bus Center, and approximately 10 minutes on foot from Shofuen-mae bus stop
ParkingParking ■Beach season: Approximately 230 parking spaces • Parking on the coast/(Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays) Paid, (Weekdays) Free • Road side/Free ■Out of season: No parking
Address〒847-0043 Saga Prefecture Karatsu City Shinkomachi 2881-1
ClosedClosed: 1st floor...3rd Thursday of odd-numbered months, January 1st 2nd floor...Every Thursday, December 30th to January 2nd
Public transportCar: 40 minutes by car from Nagasaki Expressway Taku I.C. JR: Immediately from Karatsu Station on the JR Karatsu Line and Chikuhi Line. Bus: Immediately get off at Showa bus stop "Karatsu Station"
By carCar: 40 minutes by car from Nagasaki Expressway Taku I.C. JR: Immediately from Karatsu Station on the JR Karatsu Line and Chikuhi Line. Bus: Immediately get off at Showa bus stop "Karatsu Station"
ParkingParking available: 120 spaces (open 24 hours) Regular cars: 100 yen per hour, large vehicles: 400 yen per hour *2-hour discount service available for shopping
Migaeri Falls in Ouchi-cho, Karatsu City has been selected as one of Japan's top 100 waterfalls. The waterfall is colored by cherry blossoms in spring, deep green in summer, and autumn leaves in autumn.
Location〒849-3223 Saga Prefecture Karatsu City Ochicho Ikisa
ClosedNo regular holidays
Public transportBest time to see hydrangeas: Early to late June Light-up: 19:20 to 22:00 (May to September) About "Hydrangea Festival": For shuttle bus service and parking information, please see the external link...
By carBy car: From the Taku IC on the Nagasaki Expressway, take National Route 203 towards Karatsu and turn right at the Hamashirahashi intersection in Ochi Town. It is approximately 20km from Taku Interchange to Mikaeri Falls, and takes 25 minutes Karatsu Inn...
ParkingParking available 50 spaces (free) *During the hydrangea blooming period, please use the free parking lot or a nearby paid parking lot.
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Things to Do in Genkai, Saga Today: Events, Movies & Places
Article updated: October 24, 2026
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