There is an attraction in Fukuoka that everyone has to try! Not only is it a culturally unique attraction to this region of Japan, but the areas nature as well as the atmosphere of the experience is one that isn’t meant to be missed.
The punting canals of Yanagawa City are really popular right now and for good reason. The oarsmen will delight you with their actions, their personalities and of course their singing. Its an activity to sit back, listen and take in all of their magic. The fact that they will do this is 4 languages is also incredible. Of course they speak Japanese and English but also Chinese and Korean to cover their main tourist base. Not only will you have a great time transversing the water canals of this very old regional power dominated by the Tachibana clan in the 17th and 18th century, but you’ll be able to enjoy all the ancillary benefits as well.
There is the renown Unagi, freshwater eel, that is served piping hot every day and is extremely delicious. The delicacy goes back centuries and may I say that it is probably one of my most favorite seafood dishes these days. However this delicacy comes at a cost so it is a dish that people savor for special occasions as a result of the price and the amount of people that are trying to find a table. If eel is not your thing, then there are many other food options as well, but it must be said that is one of the most highly sought after seafood meals of the region and of the entire country of Japan
After lunch as we wander around the quaint and pictures streets that see many incredible shops selling all different types of traditional arts and crafts. We will be able to visit the Lords residence and inspect the inner workings of how this clan of people ruled and dominated this land for centuries. The gardens are also on display and are so incredible and picturesque that you will take 100 photos or more, especially during spring and autumn where the colors are so vibrant.
Please check the Yanagawa region here on a map below:
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