SIGHTSEEING
DISCOVER YANAGAWA
Peaceful canals weave through Yanagawa alongside streets rich in history and tradition.
Discover the scenery, culture and experiences that make this historic canal town so unique.
CANAL CRUISE
Drift through the town
on a traditional donko boat.
One of the most memorable ways to experience Yanagawa is aboard a traditional donko boat. Glide gently along the canals as your boatman shares stories of the town, passing waterside scenery and historic streets along the way. From the water, discover a side of Yanagawa that cannot be experienced on foot.
SEASONAL CRUISE
The canals of Yanagawa reveal a different beauty with every season. Cherry blossoms and fresh greenery brighten the waterways in spring, while autumn brings its own tranquil scenery. In winter, the popular kotatsu boats offer a warm and cozy way to enjoy the canals.
PLACES TO VISIT
Yanagawa is a town where history and culture remain part of everyday life. Along with its peaceful waterways, discover some of the places that tell the story of this distinctive canal town.
HAKUSHU MEMORIAL MUSEUM
The birthplace of Hakushu Kitahara, one of Yanagawa’s most celebrated poets. The museum offers a glimpse into his life and work while preserving the atmosphere of the town in which he grew up.
OHANA
A historic residence passed down through the Tachibana family, the former lords of the Yanagawa domain. Its elegant architecture and gardens offer a fascinating look into the history and culture of Yanagawa.
NAMIGURA
A row of distinctive red-brick warehouses standing beside the canal. Reflected in the water, they create one of Yanagawa’s most recognizable and atmospheric waterside scenes.
SEASONAL EVENTS
Throughout the year, Yanagawa hosts festivals and events that reflect the traditions and changing seasons of the region. Discover a different side of the town with every visit.
SPRING
Spring brings colorful sagemon decorations and magnificent wisteria blossoms to Yanagawa. Enjoy a season filled with flowers, tradition and leisurely walks through the town.
SUMMER
Summer in Yanagawa brings lively waterside festivals and fields filled with bright sunflowers. Enjoy the distinctive scenery of the canal town beneath the summer sky.
AUTUMN & WINTER
From the lantern-lit boats of the Hakushu Festival to the cozy kotatsu boats of winter, the cooler seasons reveal a quieter and more atmospheric side of Yanagawa.
* Event dates and details are subject to change. Please check the latest information before your visit.
