2025 Ogi Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in June)

"Shimizu Falls✨" in Ogi City, next to Saga City The route to the falls from the sign entrance near the parking lot is the closest, but we also recommend the route through "Hochi-in Niomon" at the corner where you turn from the parking lot🅿️ to the sign, and then through "Shimizu Kannon Hochi-in"😆 However, this route has some steep stairs, so it is recommended for those with strong legs😀! Please give it a try🎵 845-0004 Matsuo, Ogi-cho, Ogi City, Saga Prefecture Parking🅿️ available #QuintessaCampaign #BreathtakingView #Prayer #HistoricalSite #SummerShortTrip #Waterfall #TourismSupport #SagaPrefecture

"Shimizu Falls" in Ogi City, next to Saga City✨ You can get there in 30 minutes🚗 from the city, and you can see the falls in 10 minutes by walking from the parking lot‼ ️ It's not a place that many tourists visit, so there aren't many people and you can relax and enjoy the waterfall🎶 No admission fee Matsuo, Ogi-cho, Ogi City, Saga Prefecture Parking🅿️ available #QuintessaCampaign #Waterfall #AmazingView #ShimizuFalls #SummerShortTrip #SupportTourism #SagaPrefecture #KyushuTrip

Ogi Park in Saga felt like stepping into a living watercolor. Over 3,000 cherry trees framed the shimmering pond, their blossoms mirrored perfectly in the still water. I rowed a boat beneath a blush-colored canopy while petals rained gently around me—pure magic! Lanterns swayed in the spring breeze, and laughter echoed from families enjoying hanami under the trees. The scent of sakura mixed with the warmth of fresh dango from local stalls. As the sunset bathed the park in gold, I knew this was a memory I’d keep forever. Ogi’s sakura isn’t just beautiful—it’s unforgettable. #cherryblossom25

#aprilblooms Cherry blossom in Saga Japan 🌸

A trip to Kitakyushu from Saga Airport-1 Saga Prefecture is a place with convenient transportation, including railways and roads. All major areas of Kitakyushu can be easily accessed. Connecting Hakata, Nagasaki and even Oita to Yufuin, Tosu Station is an important railway hub. I chose to stay at Tosu Station as a stopover for the first few days. There are not many tourist spots in the city of Saga, but there are many tourist spots around the prefecture. Karatsu on the northern coast has an old town street and seafood. The Hizen Kashima Inari Shrine on the south is one of the three major Inari shrines in Japan. Takeo Onsen, the starting point of the West Kyushu Shinkansen, has an ancient hot spring street. Takeo Shrine and the beautifully designed Takeo Library. In addition, there is the Cherry Blossom Hundred Famous Places Kojo Park in the suburbs of Saga City. Especially during the cherry blossom season, the town park has different scenery during the day and night. It is worth visiting during the flower season. Take the old Kiha47 train for 15 minutes via the Karatsu Line. Arriving at the old wooden town station and walking out, It is about a 5-minute walk away. Arriving at Ojo Park and Okayama Shrine, You can see a park with nearly 3,000 cherry trees. Okayama Shrines are scattered across ponds, buildings and hilltops. The town at night is not as peaceful as it is during the day. It also attracts a large number of office workers and students from surrounding towns to come here at night. Go to enjoy the night cherry blossoms. In addition, during this period, There are also many hot food stalls around the shrine selling various drinks or meals. The most famous products of the town are yokan and distillery. Saga is a major agricultural prefecture that produces a variety of agricultural products. The products produced by the town distillery are also very special in Japanese sake. It's gin, not Japanese whiskey or sake. After tasting a cup, I found it very smooth, so I bought a bottle to bring back to Taiwan to taste. I really recommend traveling here to experience the atmosphere of rural Japan. #SAGA #Small Town Park #Takeo Hot Spring #Small Town Distillery

#cherryblossom25 Cheery Cheery Cherry, made me so happy

Explore the forests of Japan and enjoy the beauty of nature in five days! Awesome forest theme gameplay is waiting for you to experience, collect this guide now! -- Japan has a rich history, picturesque scenery and cherry blossoms. 🎌Customs vary from place to place, from the ancient charm of Kyoto to the prosperity of Tokyo, there is a lot of customs everywhere. 🗾Explore this country, every step is a surprise! 🎉 -- 🛤️Itinerary: D1: Yutoku Inari Shrine->Oya Shrine’s Undersea Torii Visit the mysterious Inari Shrine and feel the ancient faith. Then go to Oojinja Shrine to admire the spectacular torii gate in the sea and experience the close integration of the ocean and religion. D2: Mifuneyama Rakuen->Ojo Park->Arita Ceramic Park Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Mifuneyama Rakuen, then stroll through Ojo Park to feel the tranquility of the city. Finally, visit Arita Ceramic Park to explore the charm of ceramic art. D3: Yufuin Street -> Kinrin Lake The history and culture of Yufuin Street are waiting for you to explore. When you are tired of shopping, you can relax by the beautiful Kinrin Lake and enjoy the tranquility and harmony of nature. D4: Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine is a shrine for praying for academic progress. Feel its solemnity and sacredness, and wish your work or studies to reach a higher level. D5: Hotel->Saga Airport After a wonderful trip to Japan, we departed from the hotel to Saga Airport, embarking on our return journey with full of memories. 🛫 -- Must-see tips for your trip: 🍣Specialties are expensive, so it is recommended to compare before buying, which can save a lot of money~ ✈️Narita Airport is far from the city center, so it is important to plan your transportation in advance! 🍱There are abundant local delicacies. You may try sushi and ramen, which are definitely delicious! 🎌Respect local customs, do not take photos or make noise at will, and travel politely. 🗾Carry it with you🗺 to find attractions and routes and avoid getting lost~ -- Leave your footprints and memories on your trip to Japan, and don’t forget to share your travel stories! 🌸

Saga is a small city with inconvenient transportation, so it's recommended to drive yourself to the mountains. Kiyomizu Falls: Located on a mountain, you have to pass through a temple to see it. The whole temple is related to carp. Ceramic Town: It was late and raining when we went! So only a few stores were open. You can see the overall style of the ceramics from the window displays. Maybe it's because Chinese ceramics are so strong, but I didn't feel anything when I saw the ceramics in Ceramic Town. However, my foreign classmates were so excited that they even borrowed money to buy cups to take home to their families. TeamLab: This was the best part of the trip. TeamLab in Saga is only open at night, and is combined with a hot spring hotel on the mountain. The only downside is that you have to climb a bit to see the different lights, but overall it's worth it. The combination of the abandoned hot spring pool and 3D images gives you a sense of rebirth in the apocalypse, haha. If you go early, you can get a free cup of tea (if you go too late, the store will be closed). It's one of the few places in Japan where you can visit at night, but if you leave too late and don't drive, it may be difficult to get home, haha. Staying at the hot spring hotel where TeamLab is located is also a good choice.

🌿 🛒Masuda's Ogi Yokan A thatched-roof storefront that stands in the middle of Nagasaki Kaido Ogi Yokan is Masuda's signature product, painstakingly crafted one by one by skilled craftsmen We were shown into a tatami room and sampled Ogi Yokan. The outside of the yokan is hard and gritty It goes perfectly with tea~♪ After eating, we browsed around the store~(*ˊᵕˋ*)੭ There are various products in the store Shopping is fun~♪ 📍255 Kitakoji, Ogi City, Saga Prefecture ⏱9-18 #Ogi Yokan #Saga Souvenirs #Saga Gourmet #Travel with Me

#cherryblossom2024 Fleeting beauty It is not easy to plan trips around Japan in advance during the sakura—admiring season: flowers seem to appear out of nowhere in April - and soon after that they wither. For the Japanese, cherry blossoms have long been a metaphor for the transience of life. To catch this wonderful phenomenon, many people use the forecast of cherry blossoms. If you are lucky enough to choose the right time, Ogi Park will become a fantastic place for hanami, as the Japanese call the traditional process of admiring sakura. How to get The train travels from Saga Station to Ogi Station in just 15 minutes. Following the signs, you will reach the park in 15 minutes. You can also take a taxi. It is interesting The Ogi Park was created by Nabeshima Motoshige and Nabeshima Naoyoshi, the first and second daimyo of the Ogi Principality The city of Ogi is sometimes called "Little Kyoto": its appearance and traditions resemble the ancient Japanese capital Kakumaki is a famous 340—year-old coniferous tree, the crown of which is formed in the form of square tiers There is something magical about sakura: its blooming transforms any landscape. For a short time, even the most ordinary Japanese street is filled with life. Ogi is beautiful all year round, but during the cherry blossom season it changes beyond recognition. At this time, the park is filled with visitors — they take pictures and have picnics under the flowering trees.

"Ashikari Mame Bijin" ⁡ A shop in Ogi Town, Saga Prefecture They sell products made with Fukuyutaka soybeans from Saga Prefecture ⁡ My favorite soft serve ice cream and pudding When I heard that they were combined, I had to go! ⁡ ✿Soy milk pudding & soy milk soft serve It was bigger than I thought and made me laugh It was already leaning lol The staff carried it over gently We waited with bated breath to see if it would arrive safely lol ⁡ I ate it while sprinkling soybean flour on it Both the soft serve and pudding were so delicious I ate it all in one go! Kinako is also doing a good job~♪ ⁡ I think even those who don't like unsweetened soy milk can eat it ⁡ They also sell pudding, soy pulp, miso, etc. The staff were also really nice I'd like to go to this shop again ⁡ Thank you for the meal*˘ ˘*♡ ⁡ ⁡ [Ashikari Mame Bijin] 📍88-1 Kamimachi, Ogi-cho, Ogi-shi, Saga Prefecture 🕛 Thursday and Sunday 11:00-17:00 Saturday 13:00-18:00 Closed Monday-Wednesday and Friday Parking available ⁡ #Ashikari Mame Bijin #Saga Cafe #Ogi Cafe #Saga Gourmet #Saga Sweets #Saga Trip #Saga Sightseeing #Saga Drive #Sakura 2024

The small city of Saga Prefecture, a place rich in history and natural beauty, offers a great destination for travelers seeking tranquility and beautiful memories. In this travelogue, I will take you to explore the charm of the small city, from its historical streets to its natural scenery, every place is full of stories. 🌟The journey of exploring the small city begins This small city in Saga Prefecture is a place full of history and natural beauty. Arriving in the small city, the first thing that catches your eye is its well-preserved traditional Japanese buildings and quiet streets. The transportation here is convenient. It takes about 30 minutes by public transportation from the center of Saga City to easily reach this historic town. 💰Enjoy the essence of affordable travel Small city travel experiences don’t have to be expensive. Many of the attractions here, such as ancient temples, historical buildings and natural parks, are free or very cheap. This makes the small city an ideal choice for travelers who want to explore Japan's traditional culture and natural beauty on a budget. 🍜Try the delicacies of small cities In a small city, food is an essential part of your life. Special dishes here reflect Saga Prefecture's rich ingredients and unique culinary traditions. From fresh seafood to authentic Japanese home cooking to delicious street food, every flavor is unforgettable. We especially recommend trying the local Saga beef, which is known as one of the top Japanese wagyu beef for its delicate texture and rich flavor. 🍁Experience the natural beauty of the four seasons The small city has four distinct seasons, and each season has its own unique natural landscape. In spring, cherry blossoms bloom and the whole city is covered in pink flowers; in summer, it is full of greenery and it is the best time to explore natural parks and cool streams; in autumn, the maple leaves are like fire, adding a bit of warm color to this small city; in winter, although it is cold, the occasional snow scene also makes the small city look more peaceful and beautiful. 🍃Summary of this trip A small city is not just a travel destination, it is more like a place where people can slow down and experience the beauty of life. The history, nature, food and warm human touch here together weave one unforgettable story after another. If you are eager to escape from the hustle and bustle of the city and find a place where you can rest your mind, then the small cities in Saga Prefecture will definitely bring you unexpected surprises and satisfaction.

This is one of the best park in Saga prefecture for sakura viewing as it has over 3000 sakura trees. We were there a bit early for the sakura but could imagine how beautiful it is when all 3000+ trees blooming at their peak! There's a small hill in the park with shrine and statue. There's a free parking opposite the park, and it's also near to the train station with 5 mins walk.

Embracing nature, the cleansing of the Qingshui Waterfall in Japan h I dont know if you have seen Sagas slogan, and there are two words that can always be related to Saga, that is, pure. When I first arrived in Saga, my friend introduced that I would like to wash my lungs and enjoy it. This is especially true for clear water falls. The mountain has a good water, and the water quality of Saga has always been well-known in Japan, which has made the agriculture here very developed. The well-preserved natural environment and the abundant water resources make the entire Saga County countless waterfalls. The Shimizu Falls, located in a small city, is famous for its squid cultured with clear water and waterfall water. There is a pavilion and observation deck at the mountainside. The whole mountain is covered with dense vegetation. The more you go inside, the lower the temperature and the fresher the air. Stand in front of the viewing platform, take a deep breath, wash your lungs and enjoy nature. The water that flows down the mountain can be drunk directly. It is very clear and clean. Listening to the grandfather and grandmother, there will be someone who comes to the mountain to pick up the water and move back to drink. It shows how good the water quality is. The upper part of Shimizu River is Jiayuchuan, while the river of Jiayuchuan is a tributary from Liyuanchuan, and the waterfall at the junction of Qiyuanchuan and Jiayuchuan is "Qingshui Waterfall". ". The waterfall is also known as the "Pearl Waterfall". The clear water of about 13 meters wide flies off the cliff with a drop of 75 meters, which makes people feel beautiful. A stone monument is erected next to the waterfall. It is the sixth generation of the country before the fate of the country. When the religion was seriously ill, it was prayed for praying, and it was honored to pay tribute to Cang Yongqing, who died here. It is said that the stone monument was erected in 1787, but the custom of worshipping prayers before the waterfall has already spread. It is said that the Qingshui Guanyinbao Temple in the water pool of Qingshui Waterfall is quite effective, so every year the ugly days of the earth will always attract countless believers. The clear stream of Shimizu Falls was selected as one of the 100 best waters in Japan, which made the squid grown here delicious, and the squid cuisine in the small city is a must. Address: Matsuo-myeon, Kiyoshimachi, Sakae-shi, Saga Prefecture, Japan Transportation: About 15 minutes from JR Xiaocheng Station Consultation: Small city Business and Tourism Sightseeing Course +81-952-73-8813 Tickets: Free

Embracing nature, the cleansing of the Qingshui Waterfall in Japan h I dont know if you have seen the promotion of Saga, and there are always two words that can be related to Saga, that is, pure. When I first arrived in Saga, my friend introduced that I would like to wash my lungs and enjoy it. This is especially true for clear water falls. The mountain has a good water, and the water quality of Saga has always been well-known in Japan, which has made the agriculture here very developed. The well-preserved natural environment and the abundant water resources make the entire Saga County countless waterfalls. The Shimizu Falls, located in a small city, is famous for its squid cultured with clear water and waterfall water. There is a pavilion and observation deck at the mountainside. The whole mountain is covered with dense vegetation. The more you go inside, the lower the temperature and the fresher the air. Stand in front of the viewing platform, take a deep breath, wash your lungs and enjoy nature. The water that flows down the mountain can be drunk directly. It is very clear and clean. Listening to the grandfather and grandmother, there will be someone who comes to the mountain to pick up the water and move back to drink. It shows how good the water quality is. The upper part of Shimizu River is Jiayuchuan, while the river of Jiayuchuan is a tributary from Liyuanchuan, and the waterfall at the junction of Qiyuanchuan and Jiayuchuan is "Qingshui Waterfall". ". The waterfall is also known as the "Pearl Waterfall". The clear water of about 13 meters wide flies off the cliff with a drop of 75 meters, which makes people feel beautiful. A stone monument is erected next to the waterfall. It is the sixth generation of the country before the fate of the country. When the religion was seriously ill, it was prayed for praying, and it was honored to pay tribute to Cang Yongqing, who died here. It is said that the stone monument was erected in 1787, but the custom of worshipping prayers before the waterfall has already spread. It is said that the Qingshui Guanyinbao Temple in the water pool of Qingshui Waterfall is quite effective, so every year the ugly days of the earth will always attract countless believers. The clear stream of Shimizu Falls was selected as one of the 100 best waters in Japan, which made the squid grown here delicious, and the squid cuisine in the small city is a must. Address: Matsuo-shi, Shimizu-cho, Sakae-shi, Saga Prefecture, Japan, Shimizu-shi, Shimizu-shi / Hh/ Transportation: About 15 minutes from JR Xiaocheng Station Tickets: Free

Japanese small town specialties, oversized squid dishes h I dont seem to have eaten squid. When I went to Japan, my friends said that squid dishes are quite fresh. We went to a squid restaurant near Qingshui Waterfall. It was an oversized squid sashimi that was shocked by this weight! ! ! Every small table, I just didn't finish it. squid cuisine has been a tonic in Chinese medicinal diet since ancient times, and is even known as panacea. Koreans believe that squid cuisine can protect the liver and eliminate edema. It is a tonic for women. The Japanese also believe that squid dishes rich in taurine are a high-grade food. The most popular squid in pure nature and valleys, the small town is proud of the squid cuisine, the squid that grew up in the clear stream of the Tianshan Mountains, no The smell of freshwater fish and the Q-sound of taste are highly appreciated by hackers. Address: Near the Qingshui Waterfall in the small city of Saga Prefecture, Japan