YokaBus A Day in Tea Fields Yame and Yanagawa River Boat

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Duration

9 hour(s) 30 minute(s)

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

Unlimited

Languages

English

About this tour

◆ Yanagawa Sunflower Festival
During the limited sunflower season from September 13th to 23rd this tour will visit Yanagawa Sunflower Festival. Approximately 500,000 sunflowers bloom spectacularly across 5 hectares of reclaimed land facing the Ariake Sea, creating a stunning contrast between the bright yellow flowers and the blue sky.

◆ Scenic Beauty and Relaxation
Glide through Yanagawa’s picturesque canals, known as the “Venice of Japan” and enjoy breathtaking views of lush tea fields in Yame. Capture Instagram-worthy moments at every stop from serene river scenes to vast tea plantations.

◆ Hands-on Experiences
Try your hand at making traditional Yame washi paper and learn about tea production from expert local artisans. Experience parts of Japan many tourists never see.

◆ Culinary Delights
Savor a delicious local lunch in historic Yanagawa and taste some of Japan’s finest green tea at its source.

◆ Guided Experience with Bilingual Support
Enjoy the insights and stories of Fukuoka’s history and culture with a professional English & Japanese Speaking guide throughout your tour. For guests who prefer assistance in Chinese, a Chinese-speaking assistant can be arranged upon request.

【Yanagawa River Experience】
Begin your journey with a relaxing river cruise in Yanagawa, often called the "Venice of Kyushu." Enjoy a traditional boat ride along the city’s picturesque canals, followed by a delicious and famous Yanagawa Cuisine.
【Yame Traditional Crafts Workshop】
Visit the Yame Traditional Craft Center to experience the art of Yame Washi papermaking. Try your hand at this centuries-old craft and shop for unique souvenirs.
【Tea Culture Exploration】
Dive into Yame’s famous tea culture with a visit to Ushijima Seicha tea factory. Learn about the tea production process and the region’s rich tea heritage.
The factory tours are available from mid-January to mid-June and from late September to mid-December. During the off-season, visits are limited to the Ushijima Seicha shop only. In this case, we offer a complimentary tea pack as a gift!
【Yame Central Tea Plantation】
Conclude your tour with a visit to the Yame Chuo Dai-chaen, where you can admire the vast expanse of beautiful tea fields. Yame tea is a renowned green tea produced in Fukuoka Prefecture which is is famous for producing high-quality gyokuro, a premium shade-grown green tea.

Included/Excluded

  • Lunch
  • Entrance fee
  • English guide
  • Experience fees
  • Air-conditioned bus
  • Expenses not mentioned

Itinerary

<span class='tour-time'><strong>1 Day</strong></span>

  • 09:15 Meet the guide at the designated meeting point. Hakata Station Chikushi Gate, in front of LAWSON Oriental Hotel 1F

  11:00 Yanagawa River Cruise Experience

  12:00 Lunch

  13:15 Yanagawa Sunflower Festival *Visit during sunflower season only from September 13th to 23rd*

  14:00 Yame Tea Factory Visit or Shopping at the Yame Tea Shop only *depend on the period*

  15:00 Yame Traditional Craft Experience

  17:00 Yame Central Tea Plantation

Durations

9 hour(s) 30 minute(s)

Languages

English

Cities

Fukuoka

Countries

Japan

Categories

Half-Day & Full-Day Tours

Product Category Codes

Day Trip

Frequently asked questions

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Designated handling fee
Cancellations 11 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
For cancellations made 8 to 10 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 20% will apply
For cancellations made 2 to 7 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 30% will apply
For cancellations made 1 to 1 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 40% will apply
Cancellation is not allowed between 0–0 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.

  • The Yame Tea Factory tours are available from mid-January to mid-June and from late September to mid-December. During the off-season, visits are limited to the Ushijima Seicha shop only. In this case, we offer a complimentary tea pack as a gift!
  • We kindly request that you inform us in advance of any food allergies or dietary restrictions you may have, as lunch will be provided during this tour.
  • Schedule stops and timing are subject to change with or without notice. In case of traffic congestion or any other reasons that affect the tour schedule, the staying time at each sightseeing spot will be shortened and arrival time will be delayed.
  • As it is stipulated by the law of Japan, please wear your seat belt on the tour bus. The bus is not provided with a toilet onboard.

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