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

A luxurious hot spring hotel hidden deep in the bamboo forest. It is built on the mountain, and you can enjoy the beauty of hundreds of thousands of trees and flowers in all seasons, especially in the red leaf season, the fallen leaves 🍁 make this place even more dreamy. This hotel has only 12 independent rooms, each equipped with a different style of internal hot spring, and some rooms also have outdoor hot spring pools♨️. The hot spring water is a natural spring, giving people a sense of tranquility closely connected with nature. For female guests, the hotel has prepared 20 types of yukata👘, which are very suitable for checking in and taking photos. Each room has a coffee machine☕️. In the afternoon when the sun shines through the bamboo forest, guests can put on their favorite yukata, grind a cup of strong coffee, and enjoy their leisure time. Dinner is a high-end kaiseki meal🍱 based on local seasonal ingredients, and barbecue is also available as an option. Breakfast can be Japanese or Western, and both breakfast and dinner can be enjoyed in the room. If you need to celebrate, the hotel will also provide services such as sake 🍶, wine 🍷 and cake 🍰. Taketo's hot springs are radium hot springs that help lower blood pressure, relieve pain and relax. Each room type has a private hot spring, but the hotel also has three unique rental hot spring pools: the "Bamboo Forest Bath" surrounded by bamboo leaves and red maples, the "Cave Bath" like a secret base, and the "Okunoyu" is a mini waterfall. In addition, the hotel also has a luxurious space "Bamboo Castle Room", which is surrounded by bamboo and equipped with a large open-air bath, tatami, stereo, TV📺 and drinks, but it is only available to guests in specific rooms. 📍Address: 4100 Takeo, Takeo-machi, Takeo City, Saga Prefecture.

#热热#100 Ways to Travel Kyushu cherry blossom viewing and hot spring bath trip, this family trip stayed at three hot spring hotels with their own characteristics, namely: #YufuinKayu, Kurokawa Hot Spring #Senomoto Plateau Hotel, Takeo #Mifuneyama Paradise Hotel. ✓ #YufuinKayu is a high-end Japanese-style hot spring hotel. You can stay in a Japanese and Western-style suite with a private hot spring bath. Not only the indoor space is extremely spacious, it also has a private courtyard. You can enjoy the view of Mount Yufu while taking a bath in the courtyard. It is really enjoyable! The hot spring pool in the jacuzzi is a smooth beauty bath, and you can watch the stars while soaking in the bath at night. Accommodation type: Open-air hot spring bungalow with jacuzzi #梦之里, 60 square meters, one bed, two meals, two people, about NT$15,000. ✓ #Se-nomoto Plateau Hotel is a hot spring hotel located in the hot spring town #Senomoto Plateau outside Kurokawa Hot Spring. The public hot spring has two indoor and outdoor pools. The outdoor open-air hot spring has an excellent view. You can bathe directly under the natural sky and wilderness, overlooking the distance. Aso Volcano is very enjoyable; the indoor hot spring has large floor-to-ceiling windows, and you can see the outdoor wilderness plateau. It is also very healing, and it is less cold when you soak indoors in winter. Accommodation type: The most basic twin room with attached bathroom, 24 square meters of space, one bed, two meals for two people, about NT$6,000. ✓#Mifuneyama Paradise Hotel Stay directly at the hotel in Mifuneyama Paradise, which is quite unique in combination with teamLab. I stayed in the Japanese-style Laosong Room, which has its own garden landscaping and open-air hot spring. The hot spring pool is made of rocks. You can enjoy the flowers while soaking in the hot spring. It is quite luxurious! But the public hot springs are also super cool, with a Western-style hot spring pool design and a resting space for cooling off and roasting marshmallows, which is very fashionable! Check-in type: The largest room in the hotel, the VIP room Laosong Room, is over 100 square meters in size and has a private open-air bath. One bed, two meals and two people cost about NT$20,000. # Kyushu self-driving # Kyushu cherry blossom viewing # Kyushu hot spring # hot spring # 100 ways to travel

#100 Ways to Travel Kyushu Takeo's famous scenic spot #米fun山楽园, in addition to the sea of ​​azaleas and ship-shaped rocks, the most eye-catching is #teamlab's surreal light and shadow scene #神 resides in the forest A Forest where Gods Live. Because I stayed at the Mifuneyama Rakuen Hotel, I was able to enter and exit the exhibition for free. As soon as you step into the dark hall, the lighting is like a hundred lights in a row, filling the entire space. Reflected by the mirrors on the four walls, it is infinitely magnified, high and low, unevenly distributed, like countless sky lanterns rising into the sky, and the lights It will produce changes and sounds with every move of the person, just like a dream. The teamLab exhibition is divided into indoor and outdoor areas. This time we mainly visited the four indoor exhibition areas: #echolightforestwithspiral The glass lampshade from Burano Island is used to cover the entire space, with layers of light and dark flashing, which is the reception area of ​​the check-in lobby of the aforementioned hotel. #forgottenrocks Among the ruins, there are 20 luminous crystal rock pillars standing diagonally, flickering on and off like breathing, as if walking into an alien's secret base. #graffitinatural The creatures living in the abandoned public bathhouse are various creatures described by visitors, like ribbons of light and shadow dancing and spreading. #flamelightsculpting Through the collection of point lights, a flame sculpture of a three-dimensional object is created. The flames burn more intensely as people get closer. It is like a dream and transcends reality. I admire teamLab for designing such a wonderful light and shadow environment according to local conditions. Don’t miss it when you visit Mifuneyama Rakuen Garden. teamLab: A Forest Where Gods Live - GC Exhibition period: 2024/7/12-11/4 #JapanTandian #KyushuAttractions #Mifuneyamarakuen #teamlab #神 resides in the forest

#100 Ways to Travel Takeo Shrine Address: Takeo 5327, Takeo-machi, Takeo City, Saga Prefecture If you also like to visit shrines, I recommend you to visit Takeo Shrine in Saga. The official website of Takeo Shrine reads: "Our ancestors felt the gods in every operation of nature, believed that gods existed in all things, and worshiped them and to pray to the gods to protect themselves from the wrath and to thank nature for its blessings. Especially large trees and rocks are considered sacred and used as objects of faith." Transportation strategy: Takeo Shrine is located in Takeo City, Saga Prefecture. Take the JR Limited Express Seagull from Fukuoka JR Hakata Station to JR Takeo Onsen Station. Those taking the bus can go to Hakata Bus Terminal or Nishitetsu-Tenjin Expressway Bus Station to Saga Bus Terminal, and then transfer to a local bus. After arriving at JR Saga Onsen Station, you can take a tour bus or walk to Takeo Shrine. You can also rent bicycles outside the station. Takeo Shrine is located about a 10-minute walk from the famous Takeo Library and can be visited together. Going up the stairs, the stone pillars and the mottled stones give off a sense of etherealness and time. After passing through the "Ni-no-Torii" (二ノtorii), there are two cypress trees side by side on the right hand side, which is called "Couple Hinoki". The roots of these two cypress trees intersect, and they are joined together at the middle branches. Therefore, they are considered to be able to protect good relationships, not only in love, but also in various aspects such as between people, work, and money. All kinds of fateful relationships. A rare white shrine in Japan, the main enshrinement is Takeuchi Sukone, the longest-lived god in Japan. It is said to be able to pray for military luck, good fortune and the elimination of misfortune. It is said that during a certain victory in the war, a white bird happened to land on the shrine. The locals believed that the white bird was a symbol of victory and luck, so they painted the outer walls of Takeo Shrine white. On the left side of the shrine, there is a sacred tree torii gate, leading to the 3,000-year-old sacred tree. The trail leading to the nanshu is lined with maple trees, and as you walk further inside, it becomes a bamboo forest towering into the sky. At the end is a tree that is over 3,000 years old and is the seventh largest sacred tree in Japan. It is 30 meters tall and has a trunk circumference of 22 meters. Chi, the hollow in the tree body and roots is said to be as big as 12 stacks of tatami. Only by seeing it with your own eyes can you fully appreciate the insignificance of human beings. In these thousand years, we are just a circle of years on the annual rings of the nan tree. The sacred tree is still growing and expanding. What is special is that there is a hollow in the tree, which is said to be the prototype of the tree hole in My Neighbor Totoro. In this nearly arc-shaped space, it is surrounded by a dense forest, forming a huge energy space. When you come here, you must feel the sacred space and silence, and listen to the sounds of nature. # Takeo Shrine # Takeo Onsen Station # Saga # Big Nanshu # Shrine # Kyushu # Japan # familytravel #神木

#IndoorGoodPlace I believe that many tour groups and independent travel plans on the market will include exciting fun activities, food and leisure exploration, crazy shopping at Outlets, exploration of historical cultural relics, etc., so as to understand the local culture, enrich life experience, and relax the body and mind; but are there any Have you ever thought about arranging an itinerary that integrates into local life, allows you to slowly experience the local culture, and also gives tourists the feeling of traveling? This is to arrange a visit to Kyushu, Japan [Takeo City Library]. This is a library located near Kyushu Shinkansen Takeo Station. The architectural design is simple and a bit fashionable. The library has a reading area, a study room area and a coffee room area. , is similar to an ordinary library; and it is as quiet as visiting an exhibition hall. You can calm down and visit the architecture, read a local book, and look out the window to see the sun-drenched mountain scenery and a feeling of tranquility and spiritual cleansing. I believe that this [Takeo Library] has also attracted many local people and tourists to come and experience it, understand the architectural design of the library and borrow books to increase their knowledge. Therefore, the library has divided photography areas to avoid disturbing people who are concentrating on reading. . In addition to this library, there is also a children's library next to it. The library is like two worlds. The sounds of children's play and the sounds of parents' education fill the library, creating a different experience. How do you plan your trip? Will you also arrange quiet time to visit Takeo Library to increase your knowledge and experience? #日本kyushutakeo #TakeoCityLibrary #100 Ways to Travel # around the world

#TakeoCityLibrary, is it considered a famous attraction in Saga Prefecture, Kyushu? Combining a library, bookstore, coffee, and art works, it is a wooden sloping-roof building with round windows on the skylight, which allows for gentle penetration of light and maintains the aroma of books, wood, and Starbucks coffee in the city. Photography is prohibited in the library, and only two photo spots are open. One is located next to the entrance on the first floor, where you can take pictures from a horizontal angle; the other is in the corridor on the second floor, where you can take pictures of the entire bookcase corridor and the arc sloping roof from a bird's eye view. , quiet and beautiful. Next to the city library, there is also a cute children's library. The design of the wooden glass house makes the space bright and spacious. There are many children's play areas planned in the library. Even the keys to the lockers are all kinds of cute stuffed animals. Takeo City Library and Historical Archives were built by the local government to revitalize the economy. Somei Yoshino cherry trees line the parking lot, and the cherry blossoms are in full bloom in spring. There is also Takeo Shrine nearby that you can visit as well, which is also a good place for cherry blossom viewing. Takeo City Library·Historical Archives Business hours: 0900-2100 Address: 5304-1 Takeocho Oaza Takeo, Takeo, Saga 843-0022 Japan #九州自行 #武雄 # the most beautiful library

📍Mifuneyama Rakuen Hotel, Saga This historic hotel in Takeo Onsen, Saga, has been collaborating with TeamLab since 2018 and has been exhibiting artworks on a permanent basis! The first five pictures are of the lobby♡♡ The lamps that cover the entire area are so beautiful🥺❤️❤️ I took photos of the different colors and time flew by! ※Entry is available even for non-guests. I went there first thing on a Monday morning (11am) and it was almost completely booked!! 💫 There are also ruins and light art on display, making it a worthwhile space to see. ※Mifuneyama Rakuen Hotel's "Rakan no Yu" has won the Sauna Chelan Grand Prix for three consecutive years in 2019, 2020, and 2021, and it's a new experience created by Mifuneyama Rakuen Hotel's "Rakan no Yu" and TeamLab's art! Art exhibition ticket🎫 700 yen for junior high school students and above, 400 yen for elementary school students (Free for guests staying at Mifuneyama Rakuen Hotel and Onjuku Chikurintei) 〜 〜🌸Mifuneyama Rakuen Hotel Cherry Blossoms〜 〜 🗓️March 11, 2024 to April 10, 2024 🕚Daytime 8:00-18:30, Evening 18:30-22:00 👛 Adults 600 yen, Elementary school students 250 yen ※You can enjoy 2,000 cherry trees, including Somei Yoshino and Yamazakura, and at night, Kyushu's largest night cherry blossom event is held, lighting up an area of ​​82,500 square meters. Add some excitement to your everyday life:🌙 🏨 Mifuneyama Rakuen Hotel📮 Takeo 4100, Takeo-cho, Takeo-shi, Saga Prefecture #Sakura2024 #SagaTourism #Saga #SagaTrip #Art #FreeHongKongAirTicket #DomesticTravel #PhotogenicSpot

For art lovers who love digital art and great ideas, you must have heard of or visited the work of the world's most famous digital art team, teamLab. This time, I will take you to see the largest scale work of teamLab that I have ever been to. The exhibition area covers a large onsen hotel, an abandoned onsen, old buildings, and a wide area in the forest for you to see in a very impressive and magnificent way at Mifuneyama Rakuen Hotel in Takeo Onsen, a peaceful tourist attraction in the Kyushu region. The main exhibition area of ​​teamLab this time is divided into several zones. There are both the hotel building and the forest. I will gradually tell you about each part. Let's start with the journey. The closest major city that we can take a plane to is Fukuoka. From the big station, Hakata station, take the train to Takeo Onsen station. It takes 70 minutes, then take a bus or taxi for about 5-10 minutes to arrive at the hotel. For those who are not staying, you can buy tickets at the hotel for 1,200 yen. The first highlight on the hotel side is the lobby. ‘Forest and Spiral of Resonating Lamp’, a large lamp installation welcomes you from the first step. The lights will change colors in a cool atmosphere for us to sit and take pictures before walking to see other works in Zones A and B (there is a map when you go). Each work will have a large exhibition room in the main building and continue to the old building zone that looks like an abandoned onsen hotel has been fully renovated. ‘Megaliths in the Bath House Ruins’, a giant sculpture that looks like a pillar planted in the abandoned onsen area, playing with lights and beautiful art patterns. I must say that this piece is very enjoyable to take pictures of. There are so many things for us to see and play with. In addition, there is a walkway in the abandoned building with lights on both sides. There is ‘Living Crystallized Light’, a water mapping plate with light and sound that vibrates and makes sounds when we step on it. ‘Light Sculpture of Flames’, a large cube-shaped work that plays with light like flames swaying in the middle of a dark room. And many more interesting pieces Come to the forest side, the largest area of ​​the event is divided into zones C, D, E, F, gradually opening after sunset. Zone C, which requires the darkest, will open last after 7 pm. And there is a must-see spot, ‘Drawing on water’, which will be a performance on water. There will be a rowboat stopping in the middle of the water before koi fish and lines of light swimming around until they shine for us to see at intervals. There is a tea room in the middle of the forest, mapping flowers onto each teacup. When lifted, the petals will spread out beautifully. There is a cool digital waterfall and many other interesting spots that you can walk around for a long time. (Read more on the event website) For those who like beautiful art and great ideas from artists loved all over the world like teamLab, I must say that this event is a must-see. #AForestWhereGodsLive #teamLab #DigitalArt #TravelJapan #GoWentKorn #Fukuoka #BeautifulPhotoPlaces

𝐓𝐫𝐢𝐩*⋆✈Saga𓂃 𓈒𓏸Takeo City Emi Cafe Located near Takeo City Library, this cafe just opened last December It is run by the wife and sister of the former mayor of Takeo City Due to the rain that day, there were few customers, but it is usually a very popular and lively shop, so we were lucky 🥺🤞🏻 A place of relaxation for both locals and tourists The interior is stylish with the warmth of wood, and the tableware is also very carefully selected 🥺! There are also exercise equipment on the balcony. Lol The kids' space was also spacious ◎ The menu uses carefully selected ingredients from Saga Prefecture and Japan, with the concept of "gentle on the body." By the way, for lunch, Hayashi rice is popular 🍴 I want to try it ✔︎Lemon cheesecake The jam on top changes depending on the day. On this day it was lemon ✔︎Pudding ✔︎Cafe latte The staff were very friendly and warm-hearted, and it was a relaxing way to end our trip ☺️ Make sure to visit Takeo City Library and Takeo Onsen◎ 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓊆𝑇𝑖𝑚𝑒𓊇From Instagram 11:00-17:00 Closed: Sundays, Mondays ︎𓊆𝐴𝑐𝑐𝑒𝑠𝑠𓊇From Tabelog 8102 Takeo, Takeo-cho, Takeo-shi, Saga Prefecture 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 #cafehopping #hotsprings #TakeoCity #Takeo Tourism #Saga #Saga Prefecture #Saga Cafe #Saga Trip #Light-Colored Cafe #Domestic Travel #Cafe Tour #Cafe Activity

Mifuneyama Rakuen Hotel is home to Rakan no Yu, which has won the Grand Prix in the Sauna Cheran for three consecutive years. Needless to say, the sauna is amazing, with an immersive feeling that makes you feel as if you are one with nature. The men's and women's baths are switched only in the morning, so I recommend staying overnight. The hotel building itself is a little old, but it is kept clean, and the room was simple but comfortable. The collaboration with teamLab was unexpectedly fun. The experience started with checking in the lobby, where a fantastic space filled with many hanging lamps spreads out. You are immediately drawn into a surreal world. The presentation, which made use of the facilities in the hotel, such as the former large bath, was very ingenious. Of particular note was the projection mapping of Mt. Mifune and the entire garden that spreads at its base. I was amazed at the idea of ​​projection mapping the mountain itself. The fantastic space that blended nature with the latest technology was created, and it was very enjoyable. I heard that the azaleas in the garden are wonderful, so I would like to visit during azalea season next time. #Mifuneyama Rakuen Hotel #TeamLab

#JapanTravel The most beautiful bookstore in the world, Takeo City Library, Japan📚 This is the place where COEX Byeolmadang Library was inspired, and it is very famous as the most beautiful bookstore and library in the world! The interior design is very luxurious, and the scenery of a small Japanese town seen through the large windows seemed to make my heart feel at ease😌 📚Takeo City Library 📍 5304-1 Takeocho Oaza Takeo, Takeo, Saga 843-0022 Japan ⏰Every day 09:00 ~ 21:00

If you've been to a teamlab exhibit, you know what to expect. What makes this one special is the location. The park is beautiful with different venues spread everywhere. Some pieces resemble others featured in different locations, e.g. the pound where the carps projections are feels like the one in teamlab Planets in Tsukiji, Tokyo. That said, the location itself gives a different vibe to the pieces. Wear comfortable shoes and be careful when walking around as the place can be quite dark in some places. There are 2 gates and one opens 1 hour later, at 20:00. I would suggest entering earlier so you don't have to rush to see everything.

Mifuneyama Rakuen in Takeo City, Saga Prefecture. I went there in June, and the hydrangeas were in bloom and it was very beautiful! Now that TeamLab is here, it has become a famous spot at night, but the fresh greenery makes you feel refreshed even during the day. The garden is a bit steep, so I recommend that you go in good physical condition! #breathtakingview #autumnfoliage #maple #mountainclimbing

Here's a travel guide for Saga, Japan: When to Visit • Spring (March to May): Cherry blossoms are in full bloom, carp streamers flutter in the wind at Kawasoe Gorge, Mifuneyama Rakuen is ideal for spring outings, and Arita holds its pottery market. • Summer (June to August): Enjoy the Kawasoe Gorge and cool evening fireworks displays, escape the heat at Saga Waterfall, and see the hydrangea festival during the June rainy season. • Fall (September to November): Admire the seasonal colors at Daikozenji Temple and Kunenan Garden, experience festivals like the Karatsu Kunchi Festival and the Saga International Balloon Fiesta, and try the hot springs and the Taketomi Festival. • Winter (December to February): Saga is cold in winter, but you can enjoy unique winter activities like hot spring trips. Getting There • Arriving in Saga: There are direct flights to Saga from Tokyo Haneda or Narita Airports, with a flight time of under 2 hours. From Fukuoka, take the JR Kamome Limited Express train from Hakata Station to Saga Station (approx. 40 mins). • Local Transportation: Saga Station offers various transport links to surrounding areas like Takeo, Arita, and Karatsu. Recommended Attractions • Saga Castle History Museum: This museum showcases the history of the Saga Domain and samurai culture. It is the largest reconstructed wooden building in Japan. • Takeo Onsen and Ureshino Onsen: These two hot spring areas are great places to relax. Ureshino Onsen is one of Japan's three major "Bijin-no-Yu" (hot springs for beautiful skin). • Arita Porcelain Park: Visit to see the porcelain making process and try your hand at painting porcelain. • Mifuneyama Rakuen: Enjoy cherry blossoms and azaleas in spring, as well as wisteria and autumn leaves. • Ouo Shrine's Sea Torii Gate: Depending on the tide, you can see the spectacular sight of the torii gate in the sea. At low tide, you can collect shells on the beach. • Yutoku Inari Shrine: One of Kyushu's most popular shrines, featuring mountainside torii gates and miko (shrine maiden) performances. Local Specialties • Saga Beef: Famous alongside Kobe beef and Matsusaka beef, known for its marbled fat and rich flavor. • Ureshino Tea: A smooth and light local drink. • Yobuko Squid: Fresh and delicious, one of Saga's top seafood dishes. Shopping Recommendations • Tosu Premium Outlets: A great place to shop with many brand discount stores. Things to Note • Check opening hours and make reservations in advance for certain activities or attractions. • Book accommodations in advance if you plan to attend the Saga International Balloon Fiesta. Saga is a place full of natural beauty, history, culture, and unique experiences. Whether traveling solo or with family and friends, you're sure to find something to enjoy.

Takeo City Library is so stylish and comfortable that you'll think, "If there was a library like this nearby, I'd go there every day!" The open, atrium-style space has a design that gives off a warm wooden vibe 📚✨ Books are lined up just like in a bookstore, and it's also great that there's a Starbucks and Tsutaya Bookstore on-site! You can borrow a book from the library and then relax and read in the cafe... you can enjoy the best time 💖 Wi-Fi is also available, making it the perfect place to take a break or work while traveling! There is also a children's area in the building, so it is recommended for families 👶 ⏰ Business hours 9:00-21:00 (open all year round) 🚃 Access Nearest station: About 15 minutes on foot from JR Takeo Onsen Station 📚 Recommended points - Stylish and open space ✨ - Read while drinking coffee at the Starbucks ☕📖 - Equipped with Wi-Fi, so you can also gather travel information ◎ #0 yen travel February 2025 #Takeo City Library #Saga Tourism #Book lover #Stylish spot #Cafe hopping

The Takeo Onsen Tower Gate in Saga Prefecture is a nationally designated Important Cultural Property designed by Tatsuno Kingo, the architect who also designed Tokyo Station. The vibrant vermilion tower gate is beautiful, like a fusion of Japanese and Chinese traditions. At night, it is lit up, creating a fantastic atmosphere. When you pass through the tower gate, you will find yourself in a historic hot spring town. The waters of Takeo Onsen are also famous for their beauty benefits, and you can enjoy them at your leisure in the public baths. After taking a relaxing bath in the hot spring, be sure to try the specialty "onsen yudofu" while strolling through the hot spring town 😊 ⏰ Business hours You can freely visit the tower gate (hot spring facilities vary by facility) 🚃 Access Nearest station: About 10 minutes on foot from JR Takeo Onsen Station ♨️ Recommended points ・Beautiful architectural design by Tatsuno Kingo✨ ・Takeo Onsen where you can enjoy skin-beautifying waters♨️ ・Warm up from the inside with onsen yudofu🍲 #0 yen trip February 2025 #Takeo Onsen #Tower gate #Tatsuno Kingo architecture #Saga tourism #Hot spring trip

Mifuneyama Rakuen, located in Takeo City, Saga Prefecture, is a Japanese garden that boasts a vast area of ​​about 150,000 tsubo (500,000 m2) 🍁🌸 During the spring Azalea Festival, about 200,000 azaleas paint the garden pink, making it seem like a dream world 💖 In autumn, the garden is lit up with autumn leaves, and the red and yellow leaves reflected in the pond create a fantastical sight ✨ The nighttime illumination is especially popular, and there are also artistic displays such as projection mapping! There are many photogenic spots, so we recommend strolling around with a camera in hand 📸 ⏰ Business hours 8:00-17:00 (nighttime hours during illumination periods) 🚃 Access Nearest station: 10 minutes by taxi from JR Takeo Onsen Station 🚖 🌟 Recommended seasons ・Spring (spectacular azalea scenery 🌺) ・Autumn (fantastical autumn leaves illumination 🍁) 🏯 Nearby spots ・Takeo Onsen ♨️ (relax in the beauty baths) ・Takeo City Library 📚 (enjoy books in a stylish space) #0 yen travel February 2025 #Mifuneyama Paradise #Saga tourism #spectacular spots #autumn leaves illumination #famous azalea spots

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, Japan, usually refers to Saga Prefecture or Saga City. It is located on the northwest side of the Kyushu region of Japan, bordering the Genkai Sea to the north, the Ariake Sea to the south, Fukuoka Prefecture to the east, and Nagasaki Prefecture to the west. It covers an area of approximately 2,440.68 square kilometers. It has jurisdiction over 10 cities and 10 towns, with a population of about 832,800. The prefectural emblem is composed of three "力" characters, the prefectural flag features camphor tree flowers, the prefectural bird is the magpie, the prefectural tree is the camphor tree, and the prefectural flower is the camphor tree flower. Saga, Japan has many tourist attractions worth visiting. Here are some recommendations: Historical and Cultural Sites - Saga Castle: Located at 2-18 Jonai, Saga City, the remaining parts are important cultural properties. Here, you can experience Japan's rich history.  - Karatsu Castle: Also known as "Maizuru Castle," it was built in 1608 and took seven years to complete by the first lord of the Karatsu Domain. The fifth floor of the castle tower is an observation deck, offering panoramic views of the Genkai Sea and Matsuura Lagoon. Maizuru Park, surrounding the castle, is a famous spot for cherry blossom viewing.  - Taku Seibyo: Along with "Ashikaga Gakko (Tochigi Prefecture)" and "Shizutani Gakko (Okayama Prefecture)," it is known as one of Japan's three major Confucian shrines. It has been listed as a National Important Cultural Property. The pillars and beams of the vermillion-lacquered buildings are decorated with auspicious patterns such as dragons, giraffes, and phoenixes, giving it a magnificent appearance.  - Yoshinogari Historical Park: Here lie the ruins of Japan's largest moat settlement from the Yayoi period. Surrounded by a 2.5 km-long moat, reconstructed observation towers, pit dwellings, and raised storehouses allow visitors to fully experience the atmosphere of the Yayoi period.   Hot Spring Resorts - Takeo Onsen: With a 1,300-year history, this is a mildly alkaline hot spring with clear and smooth water. The "Romon" gate, designed by Kingo Tatsuno, the same architect who designed the Bank of Japan and Tokyo Station, has also been designated as a National Important Cultural Property.  - Ureshino Onsen: One of Japan's three major "Bijin-no-Yu" (hot springs for beautiful skin), located at 2202-55 Shimojuku Otsu, Ureshinomachi, Ureshino City. Here, you can enjoy the beautifying effects of the hot spring.  Natural Landscapes - Niji-no-Matsubara: One of Japan's three major pine groves, with 1 million black pine trees growing along the coast. Planted by the first lord of the Karatsu Domain in the 17th century to protect against wind and waves, the top of the mountain is a natural oxygen-rich park.  - Mount Kagami Observatory: Located on Mount Kagami in Karatsu City, legend has it that Princess Sayohime bid farewell to her lover here. A bronze statue of Sayohime stands at the summit, and visitors can enjoy a spectacular view of "Niji-no-Matsubara" from above. Religious Sites - Yutoku Inari Shrine: Along with "Fushimi Inari Shrine" and "Kasama Inari Shrine," it is known as one of Japan's three major Inari shrines. Approximately 3 million people visit each year. The bright vermillion architecture stands out against the backdrop of green trees.

Gyoza Kaikan is a popular dumpling shop in Takeo, Saga. Opening hours are 11 a.m. If you drive by and arrive too early, you can go to the station to have a look. When you come back, it is almost noon and there are a lot of people. There is a large parking lot in the countryside. There are people to help guide parking. Fill in basic information at the door and wait for your seat. The main dishes are ramen and grilled dumplings. The dumplings are round and full, and the skin is crispy and chewy. The pork filling is rich in gravy and very delicious. There are simple ingredients and red ginger on the table to match. After the meal, go to the counter to pay (cash). When you come to Takeo, I highly recommend visiting local food. #美食之旅

The hot spring water is also of the highest quality and the neighborhood has a calming feel It was comfortable with good air. First image (introduction and building description) “The joy of handcrafting” We cherish the beauty of handcrafting and want to create a warm space through it. Please take a look at the various handmade products, and if there is something you like, be sure to hold it and appreciate it. Takeo, the town of pottery Takeo is a place with a traditional pottery culture. In addition to pottery, you can also see beautiful crafts made by local artisans. If there is a piece you like, please feel free to contact us. Emi Cafe Building This building was designed by architect Kentaro Miyahara. It was completed through the hands of many artisans using traditional Japanese wooden architecture techniques. The furniture also uses original works by local artisans and furniture from Hirata Chair Manufacturing. Now, feel the beauty of ‘Japanese craftsmanship’. Second image (menu translation) Drinks (DRINK) HOT (Hot drinks) • Coffee … 500 yen • Decaffeinated coffee … 550 yen • Fluffy cappuccino … 550 yen • Caramel macchiato … 550 yen • Chocolate hot milk … 550 yen • Matcha hot milk … 550 yen • Hojicha latte (Ureshino tea) … 550 yen • Black tea TWG English Breakfast … 650 yen • TAKEO Lemongrass tea … 600 yen • Rooibos honey orange tea … 550 yen • Eucalyptus mint tea … 550 yen ICE (Cold drinks) • Iced coffee … 500 yen • Decaffeinated iced coffee … 550 yen • Iced cafe au lait … 600 yen • Today's smoothie … 600 yen • Homemade Lemon Ginger Ale … 550 yen • Sagasan Mandarin Juice … 400 yen • Herb Iced Tea (small cup) … 200 yen ※ Milk can be changed to soy milk. (Add +50 yen per cup) Lunch Menu (LUNCH) ※ Lunch Set (Add Salad) +350 yen • Tamago (Egg) Sandwich … 750 yen • Homemade sandwich with thick layers of thinly baked eggs to make it moist. • Sandwiched on soft bread with special seasoning. • Fregelle Lemon Soup … 750 yen • A gentle taste of domestic chicken added to an Italian soup with roasted wheat and lemon flavor. • Hamburger Rice … 1,100 yen • Juicy hamburger steak made with 100% domestic wagyu. • Keema curry with plenty of vegetables … 1,100 yen • Healthy curry made with Italian tomatoes and domestic vegetables. ※ We use safe pesticide-free rice. • Rice used: Saga Prefecture ‘Mitsuru Farm’ contract-grown rice (low-pesticide, specially grown rice) This cafe is a space that utilizes traditional Japanese architecture and the works of local artisans, and the menu is characterized by healthy and fresh ingredients.

From Hakata to Takeo, it takes about an hour. Besides being a famous hot spring town, there is also Takeo Shrine, which enshrines the god of longevity, Takeuchi Sukune. The way to worship here is a bit different from other shrines. Upon entering, you first pass through the Chino-wa (a large ring made of grass). Bow, step through the ring with your left foot, circle to the left and return to the starting point, then switch to your right foot and circle to the right, and finally, use your left foot again to circle to the left. This completes the worship, symbolizing the infinity ♾️, and it is said to ward off evil. In addition to its famous fortune slips, Takeo Shrine also has special umbrella fortunes, which use the weather to represent good or bad luck. These fortunes can predict love, travel, and other fortunes. For those seeking love or marital harmony, there is also a couple tree to worship. This 1200-year-old Takeo Shrine is the oldest shrine in Takeo, and behind it is a sacred tree that resembles the one in Totoro. This giant camphor tree is said to be 3000 years old, making it the seventh largest sacred tree in Japan. If you visit Takeo Shrine, don't forget to climb a bit of the mountain to see this long-lived sacred tree. On your way back, you can also visit the Takeo Library, which is said to be the most beautiful library in Kyushu. Since photography is not allowed, you can enjoy a cup of coffee and soak in the literary atmosphere. 📍Address: 〒843-0022 Saga Prefecture, Takeo City, Takeo Town, Oaza Takeo 5327

Oh! Speaking of Takeo Onsen, it's the super famous hot spring that Saga Prefecture is proud of! It's one of the leading hot spring spots in Japan, with a history of 1,300 years! It's a place where hot water and historical romance intersect, just like a "theme park of healing and excitement"! Let's take a closer look at the history of Takeo Onsen! It is said that the origin of Takeo Onsen dates back to the Nara period! This hot spring was already written about in the oldest historical book in Japan, "Hizen no Kuni Fudoki"! People at that time may have said "Oh, paradise!" while bathing in this hot spring! Then, in the Edo period, Takeo Onsen became the official hot spring of the Nabeshima Domain (Saga Domain), and was a great healing spot for samurai! Furthermore, in the Meiji period, the Takeo Onsen Tower Gate was completed, designed by Tatsuno Kingo (the genius architect who designed Tokyo Station!), and it quickly evolved into a tourist attraction! Even now, the tower gate shines red and warmly welcomes visitors! I can't help but talk about the charms of Takeo Onsen! 1. The spring quality is amazing! The water here is a weakly alkaline simple spring, and the viscous feeling is irresistible! The moment you enter, your skin will be like, "Wow, my skin is so smooth!?" It's also famous for its skin-beautifying properties, and is a natural beauty treatment! 2. The hot spring town is full of atmosphere! Walking through the retro and tasteful hot spring town will make you feel like you've traveled back in time! There are many old-fashioned inns and restaurants, so it's great to eat your way around! 3. The famous "Takeo Onsen Shinkan"! This is also a National Important Cultural Property designed by Tatsuno Kingo! Being able to bathe in a hot spring while feeling the history is just too luxurious! 4. Enjoy it as a set with Saga gourmet food! After enjoying the hot springs, the way connoisseurs spend their time is to enjoy Saga beef and Ureshino tea! The combination of melting beef and refreshing tea after the hot spring is the height of bliss! You just have to go! Let's go to Takeo Onsen! Takeo Onsen is located right next to Takeo Onsen Station on the Nagasaki Main Line! What's more, it is also easily accessible via the Nishi Kyushu Shinkansen bullet train! It's also a great idea to combine it with sightseeing in Saga and Nagasaki! You have to go! Come enjoy the ultimate healing experience at Takeo Onsen, which boasts 1,300 years of history and the strongest skin-beautifying effects!!

🕯️ Mifuneyama Rakuen Hotel A beautiful hotel located at the foot of Mt. Mifuneyama. It is in collaboration with TeamLab, so you can enjoy the illumination of Mt. Mifuneyama, and the check-in counter is greeted by beautiful lights reminiscent of Rapunzel 🌟 In particular, the "Rakan no Yu" bath, which has won first place in the Sauna Chelan ranking for three consecutive years, is of high quality and is so beautiful and comfortable that it will completely change your image of saunas. However, there are many tourists, so if you want to relax mainly in the sauna, we recommend going on weekdays. ᐟ.ᐟ This is a spot that sauna lovers should visit at least once 🧖🏻♀️♨️ 📍4100 Takeo, Takeo-cho, Takeo-shi, Saga Prefecture, 843-0022 #0 Yen Trip January 2025

It is highly recommended for everyone who travels to Fukuoka in late autumn and early winter to take the limited express train to Takeo Onsen Station, which can be reached in about an hour. Near this station, there is a maple viewing spot "Mifuneyama Rakuen" that is worth visiting; 🚗🚐🚞 It is very convenient to go to Mifuneyama Paradise because they provide free vehicles at Takeo Onsen Station to shuttle guests to and from the park and the station. This century-old Japanese garden covers an area of ​​500,000 square meters and is planted with many maple trees. When you enter the park, you will see the What a beautiful red leaves. The red leaves sparkle under the sunlight and are really pleasing to the eye! When you are tired from walking, you can go to a tea house in the courtyard to sit down and have a cup of matcha and meatballs. You can take a break and enjoy the beautiful scenery around you. 🍁🍵🍡😍 Mifuneyama Paradise can be said to be a secret maple viewing spot. Not many tourists come here. Coming here during the red leaf season will definitely add wonderful memories to your trip. 📷🥰 #fukuokatrip # Mitfuneyamaland #takeoohotspringstation #japantravel

#Travel record of overnight stays \Relaxing in the warm weather/ Two years ago, I went on a trip to Nagasaki and Fukuoka because I wanted to ride the brand new Nishi-Kyushu Shinkansen. The shiny new train I got on in Nagasaki, which was like a green car on the Tokaido Shinkansen, had not yet reached Hakata, so I changed to the Relay Kamome express train at Takeo Onsen. At the time, I made a quick change, but I had been curious about Takeo Onsen Station. This time, I had the opportunity to go! A lovely inn in Saga with a calm atmosphere Urari Takeo Garden Terrace Spa Resorts A fully-equipped facility with all the amenities you'd expect from an inn with less than 20 rooms The sauna in particular is a truly relaxing space The staff are all friendly and attentive (Swimsuits are required for the spa area, but they are available for free rental! They even lend out gym wear!) As soon as we arrived, we were shown to the spacious guest lounge Various drinks, including alcohol, finger food, newspapers, books, etc. It was so comfortable that I couldn't move to my room right away lol This time, the room was junior A Suite The bath in the room is of course on top of the hot spring, and it comes with a sauna and sauna wear ✨ Even though I couldn't bear to throw away the bath here, I changed into my swimsuit and went to the spa and sauna Totono Terrace is not just stylish, it also has two types of authentic saunas and a cold bath A shallow, relaxing spa At night, a group of girls were drinking draft beer under the lovely blue light We were so excited by the luxurious use of the space Too much fun... And then the long-awaited dinner The chef seriously worked on the carefully selected ingredients to create a variety of dishes Of course it was delicious! And each dish was so beautifully finished So beautiful! Delicious! I was impressed when I ate it. The breakfast was delicious, and the menu was delicious to look at. All of them were delicious. The powerful words "free order a la carte" made me order even though I was full. Saga beef curry and other things. I love the morning buffets at stylish hotels, but I also love this kind of "delicious rice and side dishes" breakfast. My stomach and my heart were filled from the morning. 📌 Urari Takeo Garden Terrace Spa Resort 15750-1 Nagashima, Takeo-cho, Takeo-shi, Saga Prefecture, 843-0021 Check-in 15:00 Check-out 11:00 ✧ It's recommended to take a break on the way from Nagasaki to Fukuoka, but it's also great to come here for the food and hot springs! There are also attractions such as the Takeo City Library, which has changed the image of a library, the bright vermilion Takeo Onsen Tower Gate, and the Takeo Onsen New Building, which was once used as a public bath. If you go a little further, you can also find the production areas of Arita and Hasami ware. I'd like to go again during the pottery market during Golden Week. #Saga #Kyushu trip

I was finally able to visit a place I had wanted to go to for a long time. The shock and strange experience I experienced after entering the facility exceeded my expectations. I was moved by the sight I saw for the first time. The atmosphere of the lamps in front of me gradually changing from moment to moment was indescribable. Of course, the quality of the main hot spring, the stable open-air bath, and the bonfire sauna in the forest were amazing! I was overwhelmed by the facility, which exceeded my expectations! Highly recommended! #Rakannoyu #Mifuneyamarakuenhotel #TeamLab #TakeoOnsen #TakeoCity #SagaPrefecture #DomesticTravelRecord #GirlsTrip #SaunaActivity #SoloGirlTrip #saga #teamlab

Takeo Onsen, located in Takeo Town, Takeo City, Saga Prefecture, has a long history of 1,300 years. The Takeo Onsen Tower Gate is the symbol of this place. The exterior of Takeo Onsen Tower Gate is bright red and white, and no nails were used in the construction process. It is also known as the Tenpyo Gate, and the Takeo Onsen New Building inside is designated as a national important cultural property. #2024Travel Review