On this walking tour around the Karatsu Port area, you will explore the town’s highlights with a local guide. As you move through the streets, you will visit a historic mansion known for its exquisite ranma carvings and gorgeous ceiling paintings. You will also see Karatsu Castle, which faces one of the most beautiful pine groves in Japan.
Along the way you will stop by a sake bar where Karatsu ware is featured. Karatsu-yaki can be purchased at the shop next to the bar, and you can optionally create an original art frame using pieces of Karatsu-yaki. This will let you take home a souvenir connected to a sustainable and creative Japanese tradition. You’ll have the chance to spend a day with your guide in Karatsu, a city full of Japanese charms such as castles, pottery and sake.
Why Visit
- Local guide-led walking tour around Karatsu Port area
- Historic mansion with exquisite ranma carvings and ceiling paintings
- Karatsu Castle facing one of the most beautiful pine groves in Japan
- Sake bar featuring Karatsu ware with adjacent shop selling Karatsu-yaki pottery
What's included
- Admission fee
- Port or hotel pickup
- English speaking guide
- Public transportation fee
What's Not Included
- Food and drink at the sake bar
- Personal expenses
Accessibility
- Accessible to strollers
- Public transit links nearby
- Infant seats available
Tour available in your selected language
Additional information
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
The itinerary might be changed due to weather condition or other reasons.
We only serve alcoholic drinks for travelers 21 years old and above. Minor travelers below 21 years old will be served non-alcoholic drinks.
The guide will be waiting for you at the gate of the cruise or at your hotel lobby with your name sign.
Please inform about your pick up details in advance.