The canals here once fed the castle moats and the rice fields, and the network runs for hundreds of kilometres through the town and plain. A cruise covers a slow stretch past willows, old storehouses and the Ohana villa of the Tachibana lords.
Compare Yanagawa’s singing boatmen with Itoshima’s sea views on a full-day Fukuoka tour, and learn what’s included, what costs extra, and which route to choose.
Most Popular★ 4.9“Great tour! Thank you to our tour guide Carson and the driver. The waterfall, Ichiran, Meoto Iwa, the swing, Yanagawa, and Dazaifu were arranged very smoothly. The schedule was a bit tight because there were so many locations. On the Yanagawa boat tour, we were…”
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Glide through Yanagawa’s Edo-era canals on a 40-minute donko boat ride, with seasonal views, a singing boatman, and shared or private options.
★ 4.8“There was a male boatman with short, slicked-back hair who was amazing, very enthusiastic, and even sang many Taiwanese folk songs we knew. It was a wonderful experience 👍👍”
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Review this Fukuoka day trip to Yanagawa and Itoshima, with a river cruise, coastal photo stops, temple visits, added costs, and route caveats.
★ 4.8“The day trip to Itoshima was a great experience. Our tour guide, Alex Zhang Hao, was very dedicated, explaining the entire day's itinerary to everyone. He enthusiastically helped us resolve any questions we had. 👍🏼👍🏼”
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Pick strawberries, glide through Yanagawa by boat, and shop at Tosu on a Fukuoka day trip, with a separate Dazaifu kimono option.
★ 4.8“Our tour guide, Zhang Qing, provided thoughtful explanations and even helped us take many beautiful photos! The itinerary details were clear, and she taught us many tips for eating strawberries. I highly recommend this tour!”
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138 reviews9.5 hoursFrom $44.20
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Review of the Fukuoka day tour to Itoshima, Yanagawa and nearby shrines, with route details, extra costs, timing tips and booking advice.
★ 4.8“Both Itoshima and Dazaifu were very pleasant. It was convenient to visit several attractions in one day without having to arrange transportation myself. I would definitely like to join other day tours again. The tour guide was also very friendly.”
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See Itoshima’s Couple Rocks, Shiraito Falls, Yanagawa by boat and Dazaifu on a full-day trip from Fukuoka, with clear advice on costs and timing.
★ 4.9“Thank you to our tour guide Daisy for her professional leadership today! The itinerary was smooth and enriching, featuring wonderful and relaxing visits to Meoto Iwa (Wedded Rocks) in Futami, Shiraito Falls, and Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine. Highly recommended!”
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83 reviews9.5 hoursFrom $44.25
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Compare this Fukuoka day tour’s seasonal strawberry or kimono route, Yanagawa boat ride, love shrine and Tosu outlet, with costs and timing explained.
★ 4.8“Very thankful to our Tour Guide, THOMAS! He is very hardworking and considerate. He really provided many information about the places and culture in our tour. His sense of humor also made the tour very fun and enjoyable. He even took our pictures especially in…”
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61 reviews9.5 hoursFrom $44.20
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Visit Yanagawa by boat, see Meoto Iwa and Fukuoka-area sights on a guided day trip, with transport, local stories and practical trade-offs.
★ 4.8“Our tour guide, Lily, was very kind and provided detailed explanations. We had a wonderful day trip today! ❤️”
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Explore Yanagawa’s canals with this private guided tour from Fukuoka, including a scenic boat cruise, traditional eel lunch, and cultural strolls for an authentic day out.
★ 3.9“The body ride with gondolier or sondo who serenaded us as he took us around the river. Museum and shogun residence was interesting. Our guide Takawa was a courteous gentleman who was knowledgeable and attentive. Lunch was delicious authenticity served in bento box style.”
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3 reviews6.5 hoursFrom $164by H.I.S. Co Ltd(TIC)
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Explore Yanagawa by river cruise, visit Itoshima and Ukiha Inari, and see whether this flexible, guide-led Fukuoka day trip suits you.
★ 5.0“Very interesting! The weather was super hot, and the guide made sure to accommodate so it wasnt too much. Such a beautiful and interesting area.”
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Nestled in the heart of Fukuoka, the YokaBus A Day in Tea Fields Yame and Yanagawa River Boat tour promises an immersive cultural experience that...
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