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Saga's Tara Takezaki Crab & Kashima's Sake Tasting Bus Tour from Kumamoto
Saga's Tara Takezaki Crab & Kashima's Sake Tasting Bus Tour from Kumamoto
Saga's Tara Takezaki Crab & Kashima's Sake Tasting Bus Tour from Kumamoto

Saga's Tara Takezaki Crab & Kashima's Sake Tasting Bus Tour from Kumamoto


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Duration:11 hour(s)
Guided language: 日本語
Free cancellation 11 day(s) prior to experience date
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  • Enjoy a full kaiseki-style course featuring the local specialty of Tara Town in Saga Prefecture, “Takenazaki crab.”
  • Experience a sake tasting comparison and a guided walking tour of the historic Hizenhama townscape led by a local guide.
  • Stop by the mystical “legendary sea torii gate” floating in the Ariake Sea.
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Sightseeing Tours

Tour TypeShared tour
Meal arrangementLunch included
Sightseeing typeNatural sights, City walking tour, Temples & shrines
TransportBus tour

Product Info

“Takenazaki crab,” a specialty of Tara Town in Saga Prefecture, is harvested off the coast of Takenazaki Island. It is known for its firm texture and rich, concentrated sweetness and umami.
On this tour, you can fully enjoy Takenazaki crab together with seasonal ingredients, from appetizers and small side dishes to sashimi and fried crab.
Menu

Three appetizers (simmered baby octopus, shrimp “golden roll,” ark shell)
Small dish (kohada nanbanzuke – marinated gizzard shad)
Three kinds of sashimi, seafood salad, fried crab
Boiled salted crab (main dish)
Crab rice porridge (zosui)
Dessert
Coffee included (self-service)

Please note:

Menu items may change depending on ingredient availability on the day.
Due to fluctuations in the supply of Takenazaki crab, the tour may be canceled at short notice prior to departure if necessary.

Visit one of Japan’s Three Great Inari Shrines, Yūtoku Inari Shrine, and enjoy shopping at the approach street shopping district.

Yūtoku Inari Shrine, which attracts approximately 3 million visitors annually, is counted among Japan’s “Three Great Inari Shrines” alongside Fushimi Inari Taisha in Kyoto and Kasama Inari Shrine in Ibaraki Prefecture.
Along the approach shopping street leading into the shrine grounds, visitors can also enjoy local specialty souvenirs such as “Inari Yokan” and “Yūtoku Senbei,” unique to this region.

Experience a sake tasting comparison and a guided walking tour of the historic Hizenhama townscape led by a local guide.

With a guided walk through the historic Hizenhama townscape, you will explore the sake brewery district, where local breweries produce Kashima’s signature premium sake. This experience offers a deep introduction to the charm and culture of Kashima.
In addition, enjoy Japan’s first station-platform-connected sake bar! At the “HAMABAR” sake station in Hizenhama Station, you can taste local sake in a unique setting.
Savor a sake tasting set featuring three carefully selected local brands representing Kashima, paired with cream cheese marinated in sake lees.
For guests who do not drink alcohol, we also offer amazake (sweet fermented rice drink), soft drinks, and dessert options.

Stop by the mystical “legendary sea torii gate” floating in the Ariake Sea.

Ouo Shrine’s “underwater torii gate” is said to date back about 300 years. It is located near Okinoshima in Tara Town, where the gate becomes submerged at high tide.
According to legend, the gate was built after a drunk corrupt magistrate was left behind on the island as a form of punishment. At that moment, a large fish (Namiuo) appeared and saved him. Deeply moved, the magistrate is said to have repented and later established Ouo Shrine and the underwater torii gate.
Even today, visitors come to pray for bountiful catches and maritime safety. The site is also known as a mystical attraction where the scenery changes dramatically with the tides, offering a unique way to experience the power of the moon’s gravity.

Receive a complimentary bottle of JA Group Saga’s “Chikatto Mikan” juice at Kashima Roadside Station.

Kashima Roadside Station offers panoramic views of the Ariake Sea from its tidal flat observation deck, along with “Senja-ichi,” a popular marketplace filled with a wide selection of local souvenirs.
At Senja-ichi, you will find freshly harvested seasonal vegetables grown in rich natural conditions, as well as a variety of delicious seafood from the Ariake Sea. With a strong focus on safety and quality, this handmade market is known for offering fresh local produce at great value.
Here, you can also enjoy shopping for Kashima’s specialty products. In addition, each guest will receive a complimentary bottle of JA Group Saga’s “Chikatto Mikan” juice.
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Information about the tour
Place of departure and destination: From Kumamoto to Saga
Number of days of travel: 1 day
Means of transportation: Bus
Name of bus company: Yamato Kanko
Meal(s): Lunch 1
Minimum number of passengers to operate. 15
Number of GUIDE:1

Tour Operator Information
Company Name: H.I.S. Co., Ltd.
Department Name: Inbound Travel Sales Division DMC Department Kyushu Group Northern Kyushu Team
Address: Tenjin-heiwa Building 8F 1-14-4 Tenjin, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka, JAPAN, 810-0001
Tel: +81-050-1742-3921
Registration No.: No. 724 by the Commissioner of Japan Tourism Agency
Membership: Full Member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)
Contact Information
Department Name: Inbound Travel Sales Division DMC Department Kyushu Group Northern Kyushu Team
Address: Tenjin-heiwa Building 8F 1-14-4 Tenjin, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka, JAPAN, 810-0001
Tel: +81-050-1742-3921
Opening hour :10:00~18:00
(Closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays)
General Travel Services Manager: Megumi Hisatomi
*The Tour Operations Manager is responsible for transactions related to your travel at the sales office handling your travel arrangements.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding the explanations provided by the staff about this travel contract, please do not hesitate to contact the above-mentioned Tour Operations Manager.
Please read and understand the Terms and Conditions below.
Travel Terms and Conditions: Domestic Package Tours
Travel Agency Terms and Conditions: Section of Package Tour Contract

Purchase Notice


This tour is conducted in Japanese. The tour conductor will provide language support using a translation device (Pocketalk).
Participants are required to bring their own smartphone with an internet connection and earphones (optional for audio translation).
If the minimum number of participants is not met between 15 and 7 days before departure, the tour will be canceled. We will notify you by email, so please make sure to check it.
If the tour becomes non-operational after you have booked and paid, the tour fee will be refunded.
Guests under 20 years old must have parental consent.
For groups with an odd number of participants, please note that you may be seated next to another guest on the bus.
Meal contents are subject to change without prior notice.
Due to traffic congestion or other factors, the stay time at each stop may be shortened.
Seat selection is not available.

Reminders

  • After the scheduled departure time, the tour will depart at the discretion of our staff. Please make sure to arrive at the meeting point on time.

  • The scheduled times and itinerary details may change due to road conditions or other circumstances.

  • In the event of a delay causing you to miss connections or requiring taxi use or accommodation, we are unable to cover any related costs.

  • Depending on the number of participants, the vehicle may be changed to a medium-sized or small bus.

  • Please note that there is no restroom available on the bus.

  • Smoking is prohibited on the bus. Reclining seats are generally not permitted (except for some courses).

  • The arrival location may differ from the meeting location.

  • Lost items will be kept for up to 2 weeks after the end of the tour. However, perishable food items or items that are difficult to store will be disposed of immediately.

  • Pets are not allowed on the tour.

  • Bus seats will be assigned by the tour operator.

  • In case of emergencies, guests may be seated together with the tour escort. Thank you for your understanding.

  • Facility admission fees included in the tour price may differ from the publicly listed prices. No refunds or additional charges will be made after the tour begins due to price differences.

  • If the minimum number of participants (15 people) is not reached, or if operation becomes impossible due to unavoidable circumstances such as natural disasters or accidents, the tour may be changed or canceled. This decision may be made by 3 days before departure (or 13 days before departure for tours including accommodation).

  • We may not be able to accommodate requests regarding seating arrangements, hotel smoking/non-smoking preferences, or allergies. We may contact you in advance and decline such requests after explanation.

Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellations 11 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
  • For cancellations made 8 to 10 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 20% will apply
  • For cancellations made 2 to 7 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 30% will apply
  • For cancellations made 1 to 1 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 40% will apply
  • For cancellations made 0 to 0 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 50% will apply
NOTE
  • Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once the cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.

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