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Summary of Saga City
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History


  • Saga Castle History Museum (Saga-Jo-Honmaru Rekishi Kan)

    Address: 2-18-1 Jonai, Saga City
    ZIP code: 840-0041
    Time: 9:30～18:00
    Open: year round
    Except closed : December 29th～December 31st
    Parking: 100 cars (large bus spaces available)
    Entrance fee: Free
    TEL：0952-41-7550 (Saga-Jo-Honmaru Rekishi Kan)
  • After being destroyed by fire several times, the Saga Castle History Museum was reconstructed in exactly the same place and formation as its original. The Castle is known as one of the largest wooden reconstructions in Japan. Samurai Lords resided and governed from this place until the end of the Edo period. The overall size of the building is 2,500m². The hallway is 45m long with tatami mats and the main hall has 320 tatami mats giving a true Japanese atmosphere. The exhibitions in regard of Saga’s history and heroes are available throughout the building. Volunteer guides are available for visitors who seek further information. An English audio guide is also available.
    English http://sagajou.jp/english/index.html

  • The Saga City Cultural Museum （Saga-shi Rekishi Minzoku Kan）

    Address: 2-9 Yanagi-machi, Saga City
    ZIP code: 840-0823
    Open: year round
    Time: 9:00～17:00
    Except closed: on Mondays, the day after national holidays, the end of the year & the new year.
    Parking: 50 cars (large bus spaces not available)
    Entrance fee: Free
    TEL：0952-22-6849（Saga-shi Rekishi Minzoku Kan）
  • Introducing future generations to the historically invaluable buildings that still remain in Saga City and serving as the city asset equipped for and open to the public, five separate structures are together known as the Saga City Cultural Museum. First, the old Koga Bank preserves Taisho era western style architecture.
    Secondly, the old Koga Residence, home of the former bank president, is said to be in the style of a Meiji era businessman’s home. Next is the relocated and restored Ushijima Residence.
    It is the oldest merchant’s residence in Shimoimashuku-machi. Another interesting building is the old Sansho Bank where you can feel and reminded of how a bank used to be in Meiji period, The old Fukuda Residence shows you a modern Japanese–style of architecture from the Taisho period.
    These 5 historical buildings outside of the old Saga Castle walls are combined and known as the place of “the Saga Hina-Doll festival”, which held every spring.

  • Jyofuku Memorial （Jyofuku Tyoju Kan）

    Address: 1197-166 Kinryu, Kinryu-machi, Saga City
    ZIP code: 849-0906
    Time: 9:00～17:00
    Open: year round
    Except closed: on Mondays, the day after national holidays, the end of the year & the new year.
    Entrance fee: Adult \300, Children \150, Groups (20people and over)
    TEL: 0952-98-0696 (Jyofuku Tyoju Kan)
  • In 210 B.C, the First Emperor of Sin (China) ordered Jyofuku to look for “a medicine for eternal life” and he landed in Saga. Stories about Jyofuku remain as the Legend of Jyofuku around Saga City. During his journey in Saga, he found “Furofuki” as “a medicine for eternal life”.
    Exhibitions of the legends of Jyofuku and information in how to keep a long and healthy life are available in the site. Visitors can also enjoy a botanical garden, where 500 kinds of medicinal herbs, plants and flowers are planted all year round.

  • Memorial to Shigenobu Okuma ･ Birth Place of Shigenobu Okuma
    (Okuma Kinen Kan)

    　
    Address: 2-11-11 Mizugae, Saga City
    ZIP code: 840-0054
    Time: 9:00～17:00
    Open: year round
    Except closed: the end of the year and the New Year
    Parking: 50 cars ( large bus spaces available)
    Entrance fee: Adult \300, Children \150, Group(20people and over)
    TEL: 0952-23-2891(Okuma Kinen Kan)
  • Saga City is the birthplace of the infamous Shigenobu Okuma, who was the founder of Waseda University. He is nationally known as a great politician. During his lifetime, he studied International Affair and other cultures, which brought him as one of the great leaders in politics after the opening of Japan to the world.
    This memorial site defines his influential character as well as his remarkable historical records. The site displays the original house where he was born. It was built in the early 19th century. This building as well as the the samurai style house are maintained as a national historic site.

  • Choko Kan

    Address: 2-5-22 Matsubara, Saga City
    ZIP code: 840-0831
    Time: 9:30～16:00
    Open: year round
    Except closed: on Saturdays, Sundays, national holidays, the end of the year and the New Year
    Parking: 50 cars (large bus spaces not available)
    Entrance fee: \200 per person
    TEL：0952-23-4200(Choko Kan)
  • It was built in 1927(Showa era). The site exhibits arts and achievements of the Nabeshima clan from the Edo period. These arts are highly valuable and are considered the best arts during Edo era. The site also holds large exhibitions five times a year to show ancient daily living tools, furniture, and historical records of Lord Nabeshima.
    This historic site is known as one of places for “the Saga Hina-Doll festival” every spring.

  • TSUNETAMI SANO Memorial Museum (Sano Tsunetami Kinen Kan)

    Address: 446-1 Hayatsue-tsu、Kawazoe-machi、Saga City
    ZIP code: 840-2202
    Time: 9:00～17:00
    Open: year round
    Except closed: on Mondays except national holidays, the day after national holidays, the end of the year and the New Year
    Parking: large bus spaces available
    Entrance fee: Free
    Exhibition room: Adult \300 under high-school \100 Group(20people and over)
    TEL：0952-34-9455(Sano Tsunetami Kinen Kan)
  • Tsunetami Sano helped contribute in the establishment of modern Japan. He was a delegate to the international exhibition in Paris (1867) and in Wien (1873), in which during that time he was able to collect information and knowledge from all over the world.
    Japan became a member of the Red Cross in 1886 and he was the first president of the Red Cross Japan. This museum was the first Japan Navy office in 1858 built by the Saga Clan. The site also displays historical records of Tsunetami Sano and his works.

  • Saga Shrine (Saga Jinjya)

    Address: 2-10-43 Matsubara, Saga City
    ZIP code: 840-0831
    Time: 5:00～Sunset
    Open: year round
    Parking: 100 cars, large bus spaces available
    Entrance fee: Free
    TEL： 0952-24-9195(Saga Jinjya)
  • The Saga Clan, the Nabeshimas, was very powerful at the end of the Edo period. The Saga Clan had obtained advanced technology from outside Japan and contributed to establish modern Japan. This shrine is dedicated to the Nabeshima clan and their works.
    Every New Year’s day visitors come to this shrine to pay respect to the Nabeshimas. Visitors can also find a large cannon on the location. This cannon was made in the Edo period and displayed as a symbol of the best technology at that time.

  • The Teahouse (Kakurin-Tei)

    Address: 4-1-3 Kamizono, Saga City (in the Kouno-Park)
    ZIP code: 840-0806
    Time: 9:00～17:00
    Open: year round
    Except closed: on Mondays except national holidays, the day after national holidays, the end of the year and the New Year
    Parking: large bus spaces not available
    Entrance fee: need reservation
    TEL： 0952-32-4092 (Saga City office)
  • Kakurin-Tei was reconstructed and was called “The Teahouse in Kouno” This place was Lord Naomasa Nabeshima’s second house and was used as the guesthouse.
    This teahouse has a unique formation and located overlooking clear water pond with pine trees and Japanese apricot tress planted nearby. Visitors can also enjoy Japanese traditional Tea ceremonies.

Nature


  • The Ariake Inland Sea (Ariake-kai)

    In the Ariake Inland Sea, the difference between low and high tidal level is about 6m, thus, the biggest in Japan. The tidelands (mud flats) spread several miles offshore, with a variety of creatures (fish and shell fish) living here. One famous species called “Mutsugorou or mud-skippers” can be found in the area. The sea is also rich in Nori (seaweed) and seaweed beds can be seen in winter. Gathering the shellfish is a very popular family activity that visitors enjoy in spring.

  • The Kawakami Ravine (Kawakami-kyo)

    The Kawakami Ravine is called the “Arashi-Yama of Kyushu”, because the scenery is similar to the place of the same name in Kyoto. Tourists can enjoy Cherry blossoms in spring, colored leaves in fall, hundreds of carp-shaped streamers swimming in the sky in April and May. Visitors can also ejoy fire works in summer.

  • Shoukai Lift Bridge over the Chikugo River (Chikugo-gawa Shokai-kyo)

    The Shoukai Bridge traverses from Saga to Fukuoka Prefecture over the Chikugo River. It is the longest river in Kyushu. The bridge is known for its vertical lift as the middle part opens up to let ships through. The vertical lift of the bridge is at 23 m high, which is the highest in Asia. In the past, trains also run on the bridge, but now it is only a footbridge. The bridge has a reputation for a spot for beautiful sunsets. From May to June visitors can cruise boats to view the sunset.

  • Kouno Park (Kouno Kouen)

    Kouno Park was built in 1846 and was a second house of the lord of the Saga Clan, Naomasa Nabeshima. It is a well-known place to enjoy cherry blossoms, with many people visiting during cherry blossom season. An amusement park and a small zoo are located nearby. Visitors can also find a Dragonfly Pond where you can see thousands of dragonflies in summer with over 40 different kinds.

  • Tafusegawa Sakuramichi Promenade (Tafuse-gawa Sakura-michi)

    The promenade along Tafuse River runs north to south in Saga City. When the cherry trees are in full bloom, it is a great spot to view and enjoy cherry blossoms in spring.

Sport & Experience


  • Tenzan Ski Resort

    Address: 2338-6 Kinryu Ichikawa,Fujit-tyou,Saga City
    ZIP code: 840-0503
    Time: 10:00～22:00
    Open: Mid- November to the end of March
    Parking: 1,600 cars, large bus spaces available
    Entrance fee: \3,500～\5,200, programs for groups of foreigners
    TEL： 0952-58-2336(Tenzan Ski Resort)
  • Tenzan Ski Resort is the only full-service ski resort available in Kyushu and is covered with artificial snow. The resort opens from the middle of November to the end of March. Ski runs are located at 700 to 900m high and 600 to 1,000 m long. The resort offers special programs for groups of foreigners. Visitors can also enjoy various activities besides skiing such as snowball fighting and snow-sledding.
    While during summer time, grass-skiing and mountain hiking are popular. The area also provides three tennis courts and a swimming pool. Besides various activities, visitors can also enjoy spectacular scenery with over 4,000 lavender plants bloom at the same time.

  • Grass Court Saga (tennis)

    Address: 3907 Kinryu Chibu, Kinryuu-Machi ,Saga City
    ZIP code: 849-09055
    Time: weekdays: 10:00～22:00, on Saturdays,Mondays and national holidays 9:00～18:00
    Open: year round
    Except closed: at the end of the year & the new year.
    Parking spaces available
    Entrance fee: call
    TEL： 0952-98-2241(Grass Court Saga)
  • There are 16 natural lawn courts fully equipped and surrounded by country side with rich, green open spaces. A really satisfying place to tennis.

  • Golf Course

    There are three full-service Golf Courses in Saga City. “Hokuzan Country Club” offers various routes and visitors will sure to find it exciting. “Fuji Country Club” has good hill courses and visitors can enjoy the hot springs nearby as well. While, “Yamatofudou Country Club” provides scenic views of the sea and of the Sagas plains, where visitors can play golf and relax at the same time. Please enjoy them all!
  • Hokuzan Country Club
    Address: 609 Yuzuriha , Mitsuse-Mura, Saga City
    ZIP code: 842-0303
    TEL: 0952-56-2321
    Fuji Country Club
    Address: 691 Kamikumagawa, Fuji-Cho, Saga City
    ZIP code: 840-0512
    TEL: 0952-64-2288
    Yamatofudou Country Club
    Address: 5576 Kawakami, Yamato-Cho, Saga City
    ZIP code: 840-0214
    TEL: 0952-62-0200

  • Boulder Park (Hizen Yamato Kyoseki Park)

    Address: 329-5 Umeno, Yamato-Tyo,Saga City
    ZIP code: 840-0203
    Time: 9:00～17:00
    Open: year round
    Parking : 200 cars spaces available
    Parking fee: \500
    Entrance fee: Free
    TEL： 0952-64-2818(Hizen Yamato Kyoseki Park)
  • Visitors can find seven gigantic rocks in the mountain. In the past, people used to believe that God inhabits these rocks. Each rock has interesting background stories. Visitors can various sport activities such as hiking and fishing in the hill.

  • Mitsuse Rubell Raunch /Acorn Village (Donguri Mura)

    Address: 2234-67 Yuzuriha , Mitsuse-Mura, Saga City
    ZIP code: 842-0303
    Time: 10:00～17:00
    Open: year round
    Except closed: sometime from December to March
    Parking : large bus spaces available
    Entrance fee: \200～\300
    TEL： 0952-56-2141(Donguri Mura)
  • This ranch is located on the hillsides in Mitsuse village with a size of over 850,000 square meters. It was set up in a French style ranch for outdoors purposes. Visitors can feed and pet small animals like rabbits and goats. Other activities such as grass skiing, doing a fitness path, and dining in a French are available.
    The ranch also provides hotel for visitors who choose to stay over night. This is a popular place for family activities and it typically crowded with thousands of visitors on weekends.

The Tourist Farm


  • The Apple Orchard （Kankou Ringo-en）

    Address: Fujiwara, Mitsuse Mura,Saga City
    ZIP code: 842-0302
    Time: 9:00～17:00
    Open: from the end of August to the end of November
    Parking
    Entrance fee: Junior high and over \400, elementary school and under \300, Group discount
    TEL: 0952-56-2540, 0952-56-2244
  • There are ten different kinds of apple trees available in Saga City. These trees can be found in ten separate apple orchards. Harvest seasons are varied, so visitors can enjoy apple picking from late August to the end of November. Visitors are allowed to eat as many apples as they like. The cost of taking a bag of apples with is only \600 for 1 kg.

  • Blueberry Orchard (Kankou Blueberry-en)

    Address: Mitsuse, Mitsuse Mura, Saga City
    ZIP code: 842-0302
    Time: 10:00～17:00
    Open: from the middle of July to the end of August
    Parking
    Entrance fee: Adult \500, Junior high and under \200
    TEL: 0952-20-2200 (Saga Sightseeing Association)
  • During harvest time, visitors can find trees are loaded with blueberries. The orchard opens from the middle of July and visitors can enjoy picking blueberries to the end of August.

  • Peach Orchard (Kankou Momo-en)

    Address: Kawakami, Yamato tho, Saga City
    ZIP code: 840-0214
    Time: 10:00～19:00
    Open: For picking～from mid- June to the end , for peach flowers～in March
    During the season it is not closed.
    Parking
    Entrance fee: Free but take out cost is \1,000 for 1kg (about 5～6 peaches)
    TEL: 0952-62-2545
  • In Saga, peach trees typically grow in green houses. Besides picking fruits in mid June, visitors can also view peach flowers in March. Some places offer visitors to own a tree and allow them to pick the fruit. Some trees are planted outside the green house and visitors may also pick their fruits.

  • Ideno Chestnut Orchard (Ideno Kankou Kuri-en)

    Address: 154-15 Fujiwara, Mitsuse Mura, Saga City
    ZIP code: 842-0302
    Time: 10:00～16:00
    Open: from the first to the end of September
    Parking
    Entrance fee: high school and over \300, Elementary and Junior high school \100, Groups (over 30 people, need reservation)
    TEL: 0952-20-2200 (Saga Sightseeing Association)
  • In Saga city, visitors can find one thousands chestnut trees grow in a 118,800 m2 wide area. The harvest season for chestnuts is at the end of August to end of September. The orchard opens on weekends and national holidays during this time. Typical Japanese chestnuts are big and sweet. This orchard is crowded with visitors during harvest season. Visitors can also take a bag of chestnut for only \700 for 1 kg.
Saga Sightseeing Association Address: 2-7-1 Shiroyama, Saga City ZIP Code 840-0826 S-platz 2 floor Saga City Sightseeing Exchange PLAZA
TEL.0952-20-2200　FAX.0952-28-5656　E-mail : info@sagabai.com