Discover the hidden gems of Saga on a scenic day bus tour from Kumamoto. Capture stunning photos at the floating sea torii gates of Ouo Shrine and grand Yutoku Inari Shrine, followed by a lavish crab kaiseki lunch and regional sake tasting.
・Enjoy a delicious Takezaki crab course lunch at the famous seaside inn Hoyoso.
・Take photos at the magical "Floating Sea Torii" standing in the ocean at Ouo Shrine.
・Visit Yutoku Inari Shrine, one of the top 3 most famous Inari shrines in Japan.
・Walk through the historic streets of Hizen Hamashuku and try 3 different kinds of local sake.
・Taste fresh and high-quality Saga nori (seaweed) at Tamaki.
Taste Saga’s Specialty: Takezaki Crab Course at Hoyoso
Takezaki crab is Tara Town’s famous seafood, known for its sweet meat and rich umami. Enjoy a full seasonal course at the seaside inn Hoyoso.
・Menu Highlights: Boiled whole crab (main dish), fresh sashimi, seafood salad, fried crab, and crab rice porridge (zosui).
・Note: Menu items depend on daily availability. The tour may be canceled if crab cannot be caught.
Visit Yutoku Inari Shrine (Top 3 Inari Shrine)
One of Japan's top three Inari shrines.
・Walk up to the hillside main hall for panoramic views.
・Walk through vibrant red torii gate paths.
・Enjoy local shopping along the shrine approach street.
Sake Tasting & Historic Town Walk in Hizen Hamashuku
Explore a traditional town famous for historic sake brewing.
・Walk through well-preserved historic streets lined with old white-wall buildings.
・Tour an authentic sake brewery and taste 3 different local sakes.
・Non-alcoholic options (sweet rice drink or soft drinks) are available for non-drinkers.
Floating Torii Gates at Ouo Shrine
A scenic photo spot on the Tara coast.
・Three bright red torii gates stand directly in the sea, creating a mystical view at high tide.
・Local fishermen pray here for safe travels and good catches.
Hands-on Nori Grilling & Tasting Experience at Tamaki Experience the culture of Ariake Sea nori (seaweed) at a local factory. ・Roast it yourself: Lightly toast sheets of dried seaweed over a tabletop burner to release their fresh, roasted aroma. ・Tasting & comparison: Taste and compare different types of nori—including premium Saga seaweed—to discover the differences in flavor and crispiness. ・Souvenir shopping: Pick up popular factory-direct nori products at special prices. ===================================================== Information about the tour Place of departure and destination: From Kumamoto to Saga Number of days of travel: 1 day Means of transportation: Bus Name of bus company: Kyushu Sanko Bus Meal(s): Lunch 1 Minimum number of passengers to operate. 15 Number of GUIDE:1
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