Karatsu Travel Tips
Karatsu (唐津), a scenic coastal city in Saga Prefecture, blends rich history with captivating views, just 50 kilometers from Fukuoka. Once a significant stop for ships traveling between Japan, Korea, and China, Karatsu now invites visitors to explore its iconic Karatsu Castle, set against the shimmering sea, and celebrate the lively Karatsu Kunchi festival every November.
Nearby, the picturesque Higashi Matsuura Peninsula reveals untouched coastal landscapes and the intriguing ruins of Toyotomi Hideyoshi's castle, built during his Korean campaign. Karatsu is also renowned for its distinctive pottery, making it an ideal destination for history and art enthusiasts alike.
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1Karatsu CastleCastle views and historic ceramics
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2Mount KagamiyamaPanoramic views, local ceramics, beautiful park
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3Karatsu Hikiyama Exhibition HallDisplaying festival floats year-round
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4Karatsu-yaki Pottery GalleryTraditional pottery with hands-on experience
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5Niji no Matsubara Pine GroveTop pine grove in Japan
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Nearby
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1Higashi Matsuura PeninsulaStunning coastal views and nature
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2Ureshino OnsenKnown for its smooth hot spring waters
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3Takeo OnsenOnsen town with smooth waters and a long history
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4Arita and ImariJapan’s most famous area for pottery
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5HiradoFormer site of the Dutch trading post
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6NagasakiPort City with a painful history
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7FukuokaKyushu’s largest and most vibrant city
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8KitakyushuIndustrial city in the north of Kyushu
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