Karatsu

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Matsuura River, from bridge at Sari, Ouchi, Karatsu city, Saga prefecture.
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Old Yokomakura jar climbing kiln, in Yokomakura, Ouchi, Karatsu city, Saga prefecture.
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Saga Prefectural Road No.38 in Sari, Ouchi, Karatsu city, Saga prefecture.
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宝満神社大門松
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唐津市
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Where to stay in Karatsu

浜崎海水浴場より望む虹の松原

Hamasaki

While visiting Hamasaki, you might make a stop by sights like Nijino Matsubara and Genkai Quasi-National Park.

Hamasaki
JR KYUSHU HOTEL Blossom Hakata Chuo

JR KYUSHU HOTEL Blossom Hakata Chuo

4 out of 5
2-2-11,Hakata Ekimae,Hakata Fukuoka Fukuoka
The price is €104 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
€104
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this hotel in Fukuoka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,799 reviews)
The hotel was easy to find and was only a short walk from Hakata Station.

Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026

JR KYUSHU HOTEL Blossom Hakata Chuo
Hotel New Otani Hakata

Hotel New Otani Hakata

4 out of 5
1-1-2 Watanabe-dori, Chuo-ku Fukuoka Fukuoka-ken
The price is €133 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
€133
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this hotel in Fukuoka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,098 reviews)
Large Clean Room! Hospitable and Helpful Staff Quiet area Near Convenience Stores Near Restaurants Between Hakata and Tenjin areas

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Hotel New Otani Hakata
THE BLOSSOM HAKATA Premier

THE BLOSSOM HAKATA Premier

4 out of 5
2-8-12 Hakataekimae Fukuoka Fukuoka
The price is €161 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
€161
22 Mar - 23 Mar
Stay at this hotel in Fukuoka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 coffee shops/cafes and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,740 reviews)
Great location

Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026

THE BLOSSOM HAKATA Premier
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HOTEL NINESTATES KARATSU

HOTEL NINESTATES KARATSU

3.5 out of 5
1-23 Nishinohamamachi Karatsu Saga
Stay at this aparthotel in Karatsu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, slippers and climate control. Popular attractions Hikiyama Exhibition Hall and Former Takatori House are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (20 reviews)
お部屋の広さ、揃えている家電類、お風呂など、全てが期待以上のものでした。

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

HOTEL NINESTATES KARATSU
SG Residence Inn Hakata

SG Residence Inn Hakata

2.5 out of 5
2-17-20 Toko, Hakata-Ku Fukuoka Fukuoka
Stay at this apartment in Fukuoka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, in-room deep-soaking baths and slippers. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (489 reviews)
Spacious room. Also prompt to supply items requested via iPad.

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

SG Residence Inn Hakata
Advanced Stay Hakata

Advanced Stay Hakata

3 out of 5
5-18-19, sumiyoshi Fukuoka Fukuoka
Stay at this apartment in Fukuoka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, slippers and climate control. Popular attractions Canal City Hakata and Fukuoka Anpanman Children's Museum ...
6/10 (6 reviews)
The room was poorly set up. Lots of dead space above the ground that could have been for storage but wasn't used. Bathroom was dated and creaky whenever you walked in. There was an iPad that took up space where luggage could have been. Bins took up so much space next to the TV. Bed was uncomfy. And ...

Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025

Advanced Stay Hakata
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Popular places to visit

Yobuko Morning Market

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Yobuko Morning Market during your trip to Karatsu. Wander the seaside and forests while you're in the area.

Yobuko Morning Market

Karatsu Castle

Learn about the local history of Karatsu when you take a trip to Karatsu Castle. Wander the seaside and forests while you're in the area.

Karatsu Castle

Nijino Matsubara

Explore the great outdoors at Nijino Matsubara, a lovely green space in Karatsu. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Nijino Matsubara

Yobuko Ohashi Bridge

You can learn about the history of Karatsu with a stop at Yobuko Ohashi Bridge. Wander the seaside and forests while you're in the area.

Yobuko Ohashi Bridge

Niji-no-Matsubara

Explore the great outdoors at Niji-no-Matsubara, a lovely green space in Karatsu. Wander the seaside and forests while you're in the area.

Niji-no-Matsubara

Hado Misaki

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Hado Misaki during your travels in Karatsu. Wander the forests and marina while you're in the area.

Hado Misaki

Things to do

Futamiura in Itoshima Sakurai is famous for its "Meoto Iwa"

Shiraito Falls Raizan Temple Sakurai Meotoiwa Tour from Fukuoka

€63
per adult
Shiraito Falls Raizan Temple Sakurai Meotoiwa Tour from Fukuoka
The Nagasaki Peace Statue is the most popular shot.

Private Full Day Tour from Fukuoka to Nagasaki

€659
per traveller
Private Full Day Tour from Fukuoka to Nagasaki
Inspecting the famous Porcelain bridges in Okawachiyama.

Ceramics and Green Tea Tour of Nagasaki and Saga Prefecture

€604
per traveller
Ceramics and Green Tea Tour of Nagasaki and Saga Prefecture
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Must to go and travel, Nice place and people. Very enjoy.