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Karatsu Castle
Karatsu Castle: The Landmark of Karatsu City
Its construction began in 1602 and took seven years to complete.The castle keep you can see today was built in 1966. It is also known as Maizuru Castle (Dancing Crane Castle), and is renowned for its cherry blossoms and Japanese wisterias.
3 minutes by Car
Former Takatori Residence
This is the mansion of Takatori Koreyoshi, known as the operator of the Kishima coal mine.
Its importance was confirmed in a national comprehensive survey of modern Japanese architecture, and it was designated an Important Cultural Property in December 1998.
Photo courtesy of Saga Tourism Federation
28 minutes by car
Underwater Restaurant Manbou
A Restaurant in the Ocean: Underwater Restaurant Manbou
The dining area, where you can enjoy the view of the underwater world, feels just like an aquarium. This popular restaurant in Yobuko allows you to have your fill of locally caught squid, including their staple dish: squid shumai dumplings.
6 minutes by car
Marine Pal Yobuko
A leisure spot in Karatsu City.
There are two kinds of boats—the underwater viewing boat Zeela, and the Nanatsugama cave exploration boat Ika Maru—offering opportunities to enjoy the beautiful ocean of Yobuko throughout the year.
29 minutes by car
Karatsu Seaside Hotel
A resort hotel by the ocean in Karatsu, overlooking the Genkai-nada Sea.
Surrounded by the grand Karatsu Bay and Niji no Matsubara, one of the three most beautiful pine groves in Japan, the picturesque views from the hotel offer both relief and relaxation.
