Karatsu Castle and Niji Pine Grove
A scenic walking course through Saga featuring Maizuru Castle overlooking Karatsu Bay and Niji Pine Grove, one of Japan's three greatest pine groves.
Karatsu Castle is a castle built on top of Mitsushima Mountain jutting out into Karatsu Bay, and is also called "Maizuru Castle" for its graceful appearance. From the castle tower, a grand panorama of Karatsu Bay and Niji Pine Grove unfolds, where you can enjoy spectacular views. Niji Pine Grove is one of Japan's three greatest pine groves, stretching approximately 4.5 km with about one million black pines. The driving route through the pine grove is exhilarating, and "Karatsu Burger," a specialty found along the way, is a beloved local soul food. It is especially lively during the Karatsu Kunchi festival period.
Access
20 minutes walk from JR Karatsu Station
Hours
9:00〜17:00（天守閣）
Budget
500円（天守閣入場料）
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