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![The shining Karatsu castle in the blue sky.
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Saga
Tourist Attractions
Karatsu Castle
3.86 3A landmark of Karatsu, another name is Maizuru castle (a dancing- crane castle), which boasts its elegant beauty.
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Karatsu Castle Travel Guide: Stunning Views of the Sea and Pine Forests
Perched as if floating on the sea, Karatsu Castle offers sweeping views of the ocean and pine groves from its keep. You can also enjoy seasonal scenery and learn about Karatsu’s history and culture. A beloved symbol of Karatsu City, it’s one of the area’s most popular sightseeing spots. Here are the can’t-miss highlights of Karatsu Castle, plus recommended places to visit nearby.
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Experience Grand Nature and Timeless History: 14 Must-Visit Places in Saga
Saga is packed with attractions, from archaeological sites and hot springs to scenic viewpoints. With highlights like the Yoshinogari Ruins, mysterious caves that showcase the wonders of nature, and mineral-rich hot springs, there’s plenty to see and do. Facing both the Genkai Sea and the Ariake Sea, Saga is also blessed with abundant seafood-so local seafood dishes are a must. Here, we’ve carefully selected sightseeing spots that first-time visitors to Saga should prioritize. Use this article to help plan a trip that lets you enjoy Saga to the fullest.
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![Botchan Ressa, the train that shares a name with the famous “Botchan” novel by Natsume Soseki]()
Ehime
Tourist Attractions
Botchan Ressha Train
3.86 3A replica of the steam-powered train that carries people through Matsuyama
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Your Next Travel Fix via Streetcars and Trams! 16 Top Lines Selected by a Lifelong Streetcar Enthusiast
Track the historic tale of streetcars and trams in Japan back to its start 130 years ago in Kyoto, where the nation’s first city tram line opened in 1895. Different lines and streetcar names have come and gone since, but today you can still find this front-and-center way of getting around town all across Japan. One streetcar and tram enthusiast named Kenji Iwanuma sat down to tell us that “Streetcars and tramways are special kind of experience that locals and overseas travelers should all try”. Below we’ve rounded up his insider look and top-recommended lines to try when booking your next adventure in Japan.
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Matsuyama Travel Guide: Top Attractions, Hidden Gems, Food, and Souvenirs
Matsuyama City in Ehime Prefecture has a great selection of historic sites to visit, such as the nation’s oldest hot spring retreat, the Dogo Onsen, and Matsuyama Castle, a symbol of the city. As most sites are near Matsuyama Station and the Dogo Onsen, you can easily visit several in one day. Here, we will introduce our most highly recommended sites in Matsuyama.
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