【Multi-Departure】YokaBus Tea Fields Yame and Yanagawa River Boat

Duration9h 30m

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesJapanese, English

Group sizeUp to 20 travelers

Overview

★There are plans including bullet train tickets
8 options are available
The tour with one way ticket will end at Hakata Station.
You will receive a QR ticket after your reservation is confirmed; please board the train on your own. (You will meet your guide at Hakata Station)

◆ 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 areas.

◆ 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.

◆ Hands-on Experiences
Try your hand at making traditional Yame washi paper and learn about tea production from expert local artisans.

◆ Culinary Delights
Savor a delicious local lunch in historic Yanagawa.

◆ Bilingual Support
Enjoy the tour with a professional English & Japanese Speaking guide.

Options

【From Osaka】Early Morning

One-way train ticket: One-way bullet train ticket is included. The tour will end at Hakata Station.
Starting point:
Shin-Osaka Station, Yodogawa Ward, Osaka, Japan

【From Osaka for 2】with hotel

one-way train ticket + hotel: One-way bullet train ticket and hotel is included.
Hotel: Prince Smart Inn Hakata, or similar
Starting point:
Shin-Osaka Station, Yodogawa Ward, Osaka, Japan

【From Kumamoto】(one-way)

The tour will end at Hakata.
Starting point:
Kumamoto Station, 3-chōme-15-1 Kasuga, Nishi Ward, Kumamoto, 860-0047, Japan

【From Kyoto】Pre-Night Stay

one-way train ticket(no hotel): One-way bullet train ticket is included. The tour will end at Hakata Station.
The hotel is not included.
Starting point:
Kyoto Station, Higashishiokoji Kamadonocho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, 600-8216, Japan

【From Hiroshima】(one-way)

The tour will end at Hakata.
Starting point:
HIROSHIMA STATION, 1-２番３７号 Matsubarachō, Minami Ward, Hiroshima, 732-0822, Japan

【From Osaka】Pre-Night stay

One-way train ticket(no hotel): One-way bullet train ticket is included. The tour will end at Hakata Station.
The hotel is not included.
Starting point:
Shin-Osaka Station, Yodogawa Ward, Osaka, Japan

【From Kumamoto】 (round-trip)

Starting point:
Kumamoto Station, 3-chōme-15-1 Kasuga, Nishi Ward, Kumamoto, 860-0047, Japan

【From Kyoto for 2】with hotel

one-way train ticket + hotel: One-way bullet train ticket and hotel is included.
Hotel: Prince Smart Inn Hakata, or similar
Starting point:
Kyoto Station, Higashishiokoji Kamadonocho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, 600-8216, Japan

ONE DAY BUS

Meet and end at Hakata Station
Starting point:
Oriental Hotel Fukuoka Hakata Station, 4-23 Hakataekichūōgai, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, 812-0012, Japan

What's included

English & Japanese Speaking Guide
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
Admission fee

Personal expense (souvenir, drink, snack and etc)

What to expect

Hakata Station
15m · Admission ticket included

★Customers who have purchased Pre-Night Stay Plan
＜The day before the tour＞
11:46 Kyoto→Hakata(Arrival time: 14:30)
12:20 Osaka→Hakata(Arrival time: 14:59)

★Customer who purchaced the plan with bullet train ticket
6:25 Osaka→Hakata(Arrival time: 9:04)
7:58 Hiroshima→Hakata(Arrival time: 9:04)
8:19 Kumamoto→Hakata(Arrival time: 8:51)

(※Staff will not accompany you on the train.)

※If you miss the train, you will not be able to join the tour, so please make sure to arrive at the station 15 minutes in advance.

★Everyone
9:15 Meet at hakata station
Yanagawa Sunflower Park
30m

★Visit during sunflower season only from September 13th to 23rd★
Yame Traditional Crafts Museum
1h 30m · Admission ticket included

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.
Yame Miryokuen
1h · Admission ticket included

Dive into Yame's famous tea culture with a visit to Yame Miryokuen Seicha tea factory. Learn about the tea production process and the region's rich tea heritage.
We offer a complimentary tea pack as a gift!
30m · Admission ticket included

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.
Yanagawa
1h

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.
Hakata Station
10m

★Customer who purchaced the plan with round-trip bullet train ticket
19:24 Hakata→Kumamoto(Arrival time: 20:00)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

You will receive a QR ticket after your reservation is confirmed; please board the train on your own. (※Staff will not accompany you on the train.)

From Kyoto Station: The bullet train departure time is 11:46 (The day before the tour).

You will meet your guide at Hakata Station.

Meeting point

You will receive a QR ticket after your reservation is confirmed; please board the train on your own. (※Staff will not accompany you on the train.)

From Shin-Osaka Station: The bullet train departure time is 12:20(The day before the tour) or 6:25.

You will meet your guide at Hakata Station.

Meeting point

You will receive a QR ticket after your reservation is confirmed; please board the train on your own. (※Staff will not accompany you on the train.)

From Kumamoto Station: The bullet train departure time is 8:19.

You will meet your guide at Hakata Station.
You can store your luggage on the bus.

Meeting point

You will receive a QR ticket after your reservation is confirmed; please board the train on your own. (※Staff will not accompany you on the train.)

From Hiroshima Station: The bullet train departure time is 7:58.

You will meet your guide at Hakata Station.
You can store your luggage on the bus.

Meeting point

Hakata Station Chikushi Gate Parking Area (In Front of LAWSON Oriental Hotel Fukuoka 1F)

End point

This tour is end at Hakata station.
The bullet train ticket is included only one way to Hakata station.

Additional information

Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Important Note: The remaining hours of the itinerary will be allotted for the travel time from pick up until drop off.
You will join the tour with other guests. Tour will be conducted with a minimum of 15 participants.
Depending on the number of participants, it may be a small-sized bus or a big-sized bus.
If the minimum number 15 of participants is not reached 7 days before departure, the tour may be cancelled. We will notify you by email, so please be sure to check.
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.
Japanese lunch set menu will be served in this tour.
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.
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!

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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