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.
Address〒845-0001 Saga Prefecture Ogi City Ogimachi 185
ClosedNo regular holidays
Public transportSunday, March 29, 2026
By car7 minutes by car from Ogi Smart IC on the Nagasaki Expressway. 25 minutes by car from Saga Station on the JR Nagasaki Main Line.
ParkingParking Lot Location: There is a free parking lot for users right next to Ogi Park (east side, west side, north side). Free Regular cars (number of cars/prices) During the cherry blossom viewing period, the Jirakuen ground in the park is also open to the public as a temporary parking lot.
Address〒843-0232 Saga Prefecture Takeo City Nishikawanoboricho Jinroku 20040
Last admission(Last entry 4:00 p.m.) Address: 20040 Jinroku, Nishikawatocho, Takeo City, Saga Prefecture, 843-0232 Price <General Fees> For details, see the related link "Prices and Operations...
Public transportIt is a 4-minute drive from the Ureshino Interchange, a 10-minute drive from the Takeo Minami Interchange, and a 70-minute walk from Ureshino Onsen Station.
By car4 minutes by car from Ureshino IC, 10 minutes by car from Takeo Minami Interchange
ParkingParking: Large vehicles: Free Regular vehicles: Capable of accommodating 1,000 spaces (Free)
Address〒846-0031 Saga Prefecture Taku City Takumachi 1642
ClosedNo regular closing days.
Public transport15 minutes by private car from Taku Interchange on the Nagasaki Expressway, 15 minutes on foot from Showa Bus Hondataku bus stop, 10 minutes by taxi from JR Taku Station.
By car15 minutes by private car from Taku Interchange on the Nagasaki Expressway, 15 minutes on foot from Showa Bus Hondataku bus stop, 10 minutes by taxi from JR Taku Station.
ParkingParking: Large vehicles: Free Regular vehicles: 100 spaces/Free
Address〒846-0002 Saga Prefecture Taku City Kitatakumachi Kosamurai 703−21
ClosedClosed every Monday and Tuesday
Public transport■If using public transportation: Approximately 8 minutes walk from JR Taku Station ■If using car: Approximately 3 minutes from Takuhara Interchange
ParkingParking lot: 6 cars (free) *For 6 cars or more, there is a free parking lot nearby.
A landscaped historic park with seasonal blossoms and autumn colors, preserved buildings and museums covering local history, industry and notable people.
Address〒846-0031 Saga Prefecture Taku City Takumachi 1975-1
ClosedPark open daily. Local museum: closed Mondays, shifting to the next weekday after a Monday holiday. Kan'otei: closed Mondays and Saturday afternoons, with the same Monday-holiday shift.
Public transport3 buses/free of charge Ordinary cars (number/price) 40 spaces/free of charge
By carCar: 15 minutes by car from Nagasaki Expressway Taku I.C. JR: 10 minutes by taxi from JR Karatsu Line Taku Station.
ParkingParking Lot Location Xikei Park Parking Lot Large (number of spaces and fees).
A tourist information and local-products center by the Confucian temple approach, selling regional specialties, learning-related charms and local character goods.
Address〒849-0306 Saga Prefecture Ogi City Ushizucho Katsu 1221-1
Last admission(last admission until 21:00).
ClosedClosed: 2nd Monday and Tuesday of the month (the following day if it is a public holiday), year-end and New Year holidays (December 29th to January 1st)
Public transportSunday, March 29, 2026
By car15 minutes walk from Ushizu Station on the Nagasaki Main Line, approximately 30 minutes by car from Saga-Yamato Interchange on the Nagasaki Expressway
Address〒845-0001 Saga Prefecture Ogi City Ogimachi 861
ClosedNo regular holidays
Public transportCar: 15 minutes by car from Nagasaki Expressway Saga Yamato I.C. JR: 5 minutes by taxi from Ogi Station on the JR Karatsu Line. Bus: From Saga Station Bus Center, take the Showa Bus bound for Ogi via Chugoku, get off at Kamimachi and walk north...
By carCar: 15 minutes by car from Nagasaki Expressway Saga Yamato I.C. JR: 5 minutes by taxi from Ogi Station on the JR Karatsu Line. Bus: From Saga Station Bus Center, take the Showa Bus bound for Ogi via Chugoku, get off at Kamimachi and walk north...
ParkingBarrier-free facilities, general parking available
Address2F Sakurajokan, 158-4 Ogicho, Ogi City, Saga Prefecture 845-0001
ClosedClosed Mondays, holidays, year-end and New Year holidays (excluding Children's Day and Culture Day) *If the applicable holiday falls on a Monday, the following day
Public transportSunday, March 29, 2026
By carApproximately 5 minutes by car from Ogi Smart IC
Public transportCar: 1 minute by car from Ogi Smart IC on the Nagasaki Expressway JR: 8 minutes by taxi from JR Karatsu Line Ogi Station 25 minutes by car from JR Nagasaki Main Line Saga Station to the parking lot. Bus: From Saga Station Bus Center to Aki…
By carCar: 1 minute by car from Ogi Smart IC on the Nagasaki Expressway JR: 8 minutes by taxi from JR Karatsu Line Ogi Station 25 minutes by car from JR Nagasaki Main Line Saga Station to the parking lot. Bus: From Saga Station Bus Center to Aki…
Parking2 parking locations. The Shimizu Falls sightseeing parking lot is along Prefectural Route 44 Ogi-Fuji Line, and if you continue past the waterfall, you will find the Shimizu Falls parking lot at the top. Large (number of cars/price) 3 cars available at the Shimizu Falls sightseeing parking lot.
Location〒845-0032 Saga Prefecture Ogi City Mikatsukicho Kanada
Public transportJR: 10 minutes walk from JR Kubota Station
By carPlease check the Showa Jidosha website (external link) for operating times and other details. Saga Station: Take a bus from Saga Station Bus Center via Taku or Karatsu and get off at Odera stop. …
Public transportCar: 40 minutes from Nagasaki Expressway Saga Yamato I.C. 30 minutes from Ogi Smart I.C. JR: 10 minutes by taxi from Ushizu Station on the JR Nagasaki Main Line. Bus: Take Yutoku bus from Saga Station Bus Center, Ushizu Station...
By carCar: 40 minutes from Nagasaki Expressway Saga Yamato I.C. 30 minutes from Ogi Smart I.C. JR: 10 minutes by taxi from Ushizu Station on the JR Nagasaki Main Line. Bus: Take Yutoku bus from Saga Station Bus Center, Ushizu Station...
Address〒845-0003 Saga Prefecture Ogi City Ogimachi Iwakura 4148
By car8 minutes by car from Ogi Smart IC on the Nagasaki Expressway. 10 minutes by car from Ogi Station on the JR Karatsu Line. 29 minutes by car from Saga Station on the JR Nagasaki Main Line.
ParkingParking: Eriyama Ornamental Plaza (5 spaces), Eriyama Rural Park (10 spaces)
Address〒845-0002 Saga Prefecture Ogi City Ogimachi Hatakeda 3111−1
Public transportCar: 15 minutes by car from Taku IC on the Nagasaki Expressway JR: 30 minutes walk from Ogi Station on the JR Karatsu Line. 10 minutes by taxi from Ogi Station on the JR Karatsu Line. Bus: From Saga Station Bus Center to Showa Bus Taku/Toku…
By carCar: 15 minutes by car from Taku IC on the Nagasaki Expressway JR: 30 minutes walk from Ogi Station on the JR Karatsu Line. Bus: Take Showa Bus bound for Taku/Karatsu from Saga Station Bus Center, 20 minutes walk from Ogi Bus Center
Address〒845-0012 Saga Prefecture Ogi City Ogimachi Ikenoe 4907
Public transportCar: 15 minutes by car from Taku IC on the Nagasaki Expressway 15 minutes by car from Ogi Smart IC on the Nagasaki Expressway JR: 30 minutes on foot from Ushizu Station on the JR Nagasaki Main Line 10 minutes by taxi from Ushizu Station on the JR Nagasaki Main Line…
By carCar: 15 minutes by car from Taku IC on the Nagasaki Expressway 15 minutes by car from Ogi Smart IC on the Nagasaki Expressway JR: 30 minutes on foot from Ushizu Station on the JR Nagasaki Main Line 10 minutes by taxi from Ushizu Station on the JR Nagasaki Main Line…
ParkingParking lot Ushio Bairin parking lot 20 spaces 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.
ClosedRegular holidays: Year-end and New Year holidays
Public transportCar: 10 minutes by car from Takeo Kitagata IC on the Nagasaki Expressway JR: 30 minutes walk from Takeo Onsen Station on the JR Sasebo Line. Bus: Take the JR bus bound for Ureshino from Takeo Onsen Station on the JR Sasebo Line. Get off at the Mifuneyama Rakuen-mae bus stop...
By carCar: 10 minutes by car from Takeo Kitagata IC on the Nagasaki Expressway JR: 30 minutes walk from Takeo Onsen Station on the JR Sasebo Line. Bus: Take the JR bus bound for Ureshino from Takeo Onsen Station on the JR Sasebo Line. Get off at the Mifuneyama Rakuen-mae bus stop...
Address〒843-0021 Saga Prefecture Takeo City Takeocho Nagashima 16351
Last admission16:45 (Ticket sales usually end 30 minutes before closing. Individual programs will be confirmed separately)
Before you goAdmission fees are for permanent and special exhibitions. Planetarium tickets and set tickets are separated. October 16th will be treated as a weekday.
ClosedClosed on Mondays (the next day if Monday is a public holiday; no closing days during spring break, Golden Week, and summer vacation), year-end and New Year holidays (December 29th to January 1st), and temporary closing days in February and September...
By carApproximately 15 minutes from Takeo Kitagata IC or Ureshino IC on the Nagasaki Expressway, approximately 10 minutes by taxi from JR Takeo Onsen Station
Address〒843-0022 Saga Prefecture Takeo City Takeocho Takeo 4075-3
ClosedClosed every Wednesday (business hours may change during garden season) *Temporary closures may occur.
Public transportLocation Keishuen/Yoko Art Museum Large size (number of vehicles/fees) Large buses possible Regular cars (number of vehicles/fee) 20 spaces
By carCar: Approximately 10 minutes by car from Takeo/Kitaga Interchange on the Nagasaki Expressway JR: 5 minutes by taxi from the south exit of JR Takeo Onsen Station. Bus: JR Kyushu Bus 7 minutes (get off at Karebokuto)
ParkingParking lot Location Keishuen/Yoko Art Museum Large size (number of cars/fees) Large buses possible Regular cars (number of cars/fees) 20 spaces
Address294 Tomioka, Takeo-cho, Takeo City, 843-0024 (JR Takeo Onsen Station premises/Conventional line side) Takeo City Onsen Station Tourist Information Center
Public transportMay 20th (Wednesday) to June 10th (Wednesday), 2026
A hands-on studio where visitors pour paint onto bear figures to create individual artworks. Finished pieces are collected after drying or shipped for an additional charge.
Address5581 Shiku, Kitagata-cho, Takeo City, 849-2201
ClosedClosed: Every Monday (or the next day if Monday is a holiday), Year-end and New Year holidays (December 29th to January 3rd) Address: 5581 Shiku, Kitakata-cho, Takeo City, 849-2201…
Public transportCar: 5 minutes by car from Takeo Kitagata Interchange on the Nagasaki Expressway JR: 5 minutes by taxi from Kitagata Station on the JR Sasebo Line. Bus: Yutoku Bus, 10 minutes walk from “Akasaka” bus stop
By carCar: 5 minutes by car from Takeo Kitagata Interchange on the Nagasaki Expressway JR: 5 minutes by taxi from Kitagata Station on the JR Sasebo Line. Bus: Yutoku Bus, 10 minutes walk from “Akasaka” bus stop
Address〒843-0022 Saga Prefecture Takeo City Takeocho Takeo 5304-1
ClosedOpen year-round.
Public transportLocation: Takeo City Library/Takeo City Children's Library Large (number of vehicles/fee) Large buses available (free) Regular cars (number of vehicles/fee) 90 spaces (free)
By carApproximately 10 minutes by car from Takeo Kitagata Interchange
ParkingParking location Takeo City Library/Takeo City Children's Library Large (number of spaces/fees) Large buses available (free) Regular cars (number of spaces/fees) 90 spaces (free)
Address〒849-2342 Saga Prefecture Takeo City Takeuchicho Mateno 24001-1
ClosedClosed on Tuesdays (in the case of a holiday, the next day will be closed), New Year's holidays (December 28th to January 3rd)
Public transportFrom JR Station: 15 minutes by taxi from JR Sasebo Line Takeo Onsen Station If using your own car: 20 minutes by car from Takeo Kitagata Interchange on the Nagasaki Expressway
By carFrom JR Station: 15 minutes by taxi from JR Sasebo Line Takeo Onsen Station If using your own car: 20 minutes by car from Takeo Kitagata Interchange on the Nagasaki Expressway
ParkingParking lot Takekoba Kiln no Mori Park Hiryugama Large size (number of cars/fees) 6 spaces/free Regular cars (number/fees) 40 spaces/free of charge
Address〒843-0022 Saga Prefecture Takeo City Takeocho Takeo 5335
Public transportLocation: On the right (north side) when facing Takeo Shrine, worshipers parking lot, municipal parking lot Large (number of spaces/fee) Tourist bus parking space in the municipal parking lot across from the shrine (free) Ordinary cars (number of spaces/fee) 28...
ParkingParking Lot Location: Visitor parking lot on the right (north side) when facing Takeo Shrine, municipal parking lot (large size (number of spaces, price)) Tourist bus parking space in the municipal parking lot across from the shrine (free of charge) Regular cars (number of spaces, price)…
Address5166 Takeo-cho, Takeo City, Saga Prefecture 843-0022
ClosedNo closing days during the listed period.
Public transportTake the bus from Takeo Onsen Station (5 minutes) and get off at Takeo Onsen Station, then walk for about 5 minutes.
ParkingParking lot Location Municipal parking lot in front of Takeo City Children's Library (free) Large size (number of spaces/fee) Same as above Regular car (number of spaces/fee) Same as above
Address7843 Oaza Kawago, Wakagi-cho, Takeo City, Saga Prefecture 843-0151
ClosedClosed: December 28th to January 3rd (New Year holidays)
Public transportBus: From JR Takeo Onsen Station (Sasebo Line), take the community bus Takeo/Momokawa Line (hot spring taxi) bound for Momokawa Station. 2 minutes walk from Kawako bus stop
By carBy car: 10 minutes by car from Takeo Kitagata Interchange on the Nagasaki Expressway. Bus: From JR Takeo Onsen Station (Sasebo Line), take the community bus Takeo/Momokawa Line (hot spring taxi) bound for Momokawa Station. Bus stop Kawakoshita…
Public transportCar: Approximately 5 minutes by car from Takeo Kitagata Interchange on the Nagasaki Expressway JR: Approximately 10 minutes by taxi from JR Takeo Onsen Station
By carCar: Approximately 5 minutes by car from Takeo Kitagata Interchange on the Nagasaki Expressway JR: Approximately 10 minutes by taxi from JR Takeo Onsen Station
ParkingParking available Free 60 spaces (5 large spaces)
Address〒843-0022 Saga Prefecture Takeo City Takeocho Takeo 4439
Public transportJR: About 20 minutes walk from JR Takeo Onsen Station, about 10 minutes by taxi. Bus: From Takeo Onsen Station, take the JR Kyushu Bus and get off at the "Takeo Keirinjo" bus stop.
ClosedClosed: Camp/Cafe: Mondays and Tuesdays Sauna/Studio: Tuesdays
Public transportBy public transportation By JR: Approximately 10 minutes by taxi from JR Takeo Onsen Station By Yutoku Bus: JR Takeo Onsen Station → Nagashima bus stop → Approximately 15 minutes on foot [Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays] JR Takeo Onsen Station → Space Science Museum…
By carBy car: About 15 minutes from Takeo Kitagata IC on the Nagasaki Expressway. Free parking.
Address〒843-0152 Saga Prefecture Takeo City Wakakichomotobe 18625-2
AdmissionWeekdays 8:30-17:15)
Before you goAlso, please be careful when using bonfire stands or bonfire sheets to prevent fires and burning of grass. • Please use extreme caution when handling fires when advisories or warnings for dry weather or strong winds have been issued.
ClosedRegular Holidays - Every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday (excluding holidays and preceding holidays) - December 29th to January 5th *Closed for about a month around February due to field burning.
Public transport30 minutes by car from JR Takeo Onsen Station
By car30 minutes by car from JR Takeo Onsen Station
ParkingAfter unloading, please move to the parking lot immediately.
A city library located in the Takeo Onsen area. We will guide you through tours of public spaces and use of cafes, etc., but there are registration conditions for lending books.
Before you goWe cannot confirm the entry fee for general tours and cannot confirm that it is free. There are conditions for lending books, such as the use of a credit card.
ClosedUsually open 365 days a year. However, this may change due to business circumstances or disasters. The business hours change announcement on October 16, 2026 cannot be confirmed in the search index, and direct page retrieval is...
Address〒849-2204 Saga Prefecture Takeo City Kitagatacho Osaki 6694
Public transportCar: 20 minutes by car from Takeo Kitagata Interchange on the Nagasaki Expressway towards Imari (information signboard available) JR: 20 minutes by taxi from Takeo Onsen Station on the JR Sasebo Line
By carCar: 20 minutes by car from Takeo Kitagata Interchange on the Nagasaki Expressway towards Imari (information signboard available) JR: 20 minutes by taxi from Takeo Onsen Station on the JR Sasebo Line
ParkingParking available. Parking lot 100 spaces (free)
Address3245 Kitakatacho, Takeo City, Saga Prefecture 849-2201
Public transportCar: 10 minutes by car from Nagasaki Expressway Takeo Kitagata IC on National Route 34 towards Saga (information signboard available) JR: 15 minutes by taxi from Takeo Onsen Station on the JR Sasebo Line. Bus: From Takeo Onsen Station bus stop to Yu…
By carCar: 10 minutes by car from Nagasaki Expressway Takeo Kitagata IC on National Route 34 towards Saga (information signboard available) JR: 15 minutes by taxi from Takeo Onsen Station on the JR Sasebo Line. Bus: From Takeo Onsen Station bus stop to Yu…
Address〒843-0024 Saga Prefecture Takeo City Takeocho Tomioka 294
ClosedNo regular holidays
Public transportMay 20th (Wednesday) to June 10th (Wednesday), 2026
ParkingParking lot Large (number of spaces and fees) Located in the station plaza (south exit) Ordinary cars (number of spaces and fees) Paid parking lot around the station
An ancient camphor tree scarred by lightning but still notable for its massive trunk and roots. View from a distance without entering the hollow or trampling roots.
Address〒849-2305 Saga Prefecture Takeo City Yamauchicho Miyano 1864
Public transport4 minutes by bus from JR Sanmasaka Station Get off at Miyano bus stop, then walk 40 minutes
ParkingNotes [Reservations] Reservations required *Online reservations from 90 days in advance to the day before *Telephone reservations on the day only [Facilities] Coin showers, toilets (men's/women's/multipurpose toilets), kitchen, rest area, play equipment, parking lot...
Address〒843-0022 Saga Prefecture Takeo City Takeocho Takeo 7425
Public transportCar: 10 minutes by car from Nagasaki Expressway Takeo Kitagata IC JR: 15 minutes walk from JR Takeo Onsen Station (Sasebo Line). Bus: Take the Yutoku bus bound for Tachibanacho/Asahicho from JR Takeo Onsen Station (Sasebo Line). Bus stop…
By carCar: 10 minutes by car from Nagasaki Expressway Takeo Kitagata IC JR: 15 minutes walk from JR Takeo Onsen Station (Sasebo Line). Bus: Take the Yutoku bus bound for Tachibanacho/Asahicho from JR Takeo Onsen Station (Sasebo Line). Bus stop…
ParkingBarrier-free facilities, general parking available
An indoor facility where everyone from babies to elementary school students can enjoy themselves to their heart's content without worrying about the weather.
Address〒843-0001 Saga Prefecture Takeo City Asahicho Amagu 1331
ClosedRegular holidays Irregular holidays
Public transport3 minutes walk from Takahashi Station on the JR Sasebo Line 3 minutes by car from Takeo Kitagata Interchange on the Nagasaki Expressway
By car3 minutes walk from Takahashi Station on the JR Sasebo Line 3 minutes by car from Takeo Kitagata Interchange on the Nagasaki Expressway
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Things to Do in Taku, Saga Today: Events, Movies & Places
Article updated: October 24, 2026
Taku Seibyo and the Oni-no-Hana-yama park offer different ways to spend time in Taku. Choose a cultural visit or an outdoor stop as the main activity, then compare current events that fit the same route. Check the individual destination's opening information and local conditions before setting out.
Plan your day in Taku
Compare the place, the date and the practical arrangements together. A permanent attraction and an event happening there today are separate pieces of information. Check the facility calendar as well as the event listing, and keep an alternative that fits the same part of the region.
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Use Now, Today or Tomorrow above to compare the current listings. Dates and times follow Japan Standard Time (JST, UTC+9). Today means the date in Japan, which may differ from the date where you are searching.
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Check the route to the actual venue, including the last part on foot and your return connection. For outdoor activities, compare the forecast with local access notices. For boats or organised experiences, confirm the operator's departure point and arrangements rather than relying on the weather panel alone.
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