Yanagawa Canal Cruise with Grilled Eel Lunch (Half-Day Tour from Fukuoka)
5 hours and 30 minutes
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Travel from Fukuoka to Yanagawa on a half-day guided tour featuring a peaceful canal cruise and a local eel lunch. Enjoy historic scenery, traditional culture, and convenient round-trip train transportation.
The tour begins at Fukuoka Mitsukoshi Lion Square, where you will meet your English-speaking guide. After a brief introduction and confirmation, the group will proceed together to the train station to start the journey to Yanagawa.
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Duration: 1 hour
Upon arrival, take part in a relaxing river cruise through Yanagawa’s historic canals. From the boat, you can enjoy views of traditional houses, stone bridges, and seasonal scenery while listening to a boatman’s song that adds to the atmosphere.
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Duration: 2 hours
After the cruise, sit down for a lunch featuring Yanagawa’s local eel specialty. The dish is prepared using a traditional cooking method and enjoyed in a calm setting, allowing you time to relax and recharge.
2-1 Tenjin, Chuo Ward, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Following lunch, the group will travel back to Fukuoka by train. The tour concludes upon arrival at Nishitetsu Tenjin Station, where you may continue exploring the city or return to your accommodation independently.
Frequently Asked Questions
The meeting point is Fukuoka Mitsukoshi Lion Square. You can enter via Kego Park, Mitsukoshi Mall, or Nishitetsu Fukuoka (Tenjin) Station. Nearby landmarks include Kego Shrine and Blue Bottle Café.
The tour may proceed in light rain. In cases of heavy rain or unsafe weather conditions, the tour will be canceled, and you will be informed about refund or rescheduling options.
Please bring your electronic voucher and wear comfortable clothing suitable for walking. Sun protection, such as a hat, is recommended. Conical hats are available for rent at the canal boat boarding area for an additional fee.
Yes, there are stops during the tour. However, carrying water and snacks is advisable, especially if you have specific dietary needs.
Group size varies by booking. Please contact the tour operator for details on maximum group size and private tour availability.
Mr. Takaya was a very nice man who took us to this destination. He was very interested in getting to know us and he was delightful. We learned a lot and we had a great time. The boat ride was calming and wonderful and we got to experience a different side of Japan. He also helped us buy tickets we needed for the express bus to another location. I would 100% recommend it!
Nathy A
July 28, 2023
Relaxing day trip from busy Fukuoka
Shinohara-san was a delightful tour guide. We mostly spoke in Japanese as we are trying to find opportunities to practice the language. The boat tour was fun, and Shinohara-san was extremely kind in congratulating us on our recent wedding.
The uni restaurant we went to after the boat tour was enormous. We tried the traditional Unagi Seiro Mushi (steamed eel over thin-sliced egg).
Shinohara-san was knowledgeable about Yanagawa traditions such as Saemon being displayed during the hinamatsuri festival, and also helpful in recommending other things to do in Fukuoka and Japan. We highly recommend this day trip from Fukuoka! Thank you.
Hadley S
April 11, 2023
Nathy A
July 28, 2023
Great experience! Elevated our trip
Mr. Takaya was a very nice man who took us to this destination. He was very interested in getting to know us and he was delightful. We learned a lot and we had a great time. The boat ride was calming and wonderful and we got to experience a different side of Japan. He also helped us buy tickets we needed for the express bus to another location. I would 100% recommend it!
Hadley S
April 11, 2023
Relaxing day trip from busy Fukuoka
Shinohara-san was a delightful tour guide. We mostly spoke in Japanese as we are trying to find opportunities to practice the language. The boat tour was fun, and Shinohara-san was extremely kind in congratulating us on our recent wedding.
The uni restaurant we went to after the boat tour was enormous. We tried the traditional Unagi Seiro Mushi (steamed eel over thin-sliced egg).
Shinohara-san was knowledgeable about Yanagawa traditions such as Saemon being displayed during the hinamatsuri festival, and also helpful in recommending other things to do in Fukuoka and Japan. We highly recommend this day trip from Fukuoka! Thank you.
