This Japan Today article describes visiting the Fukuoka city of Yanagawa. Sometimes called the Venice of Kyushu, Yanagawa is criss-crossed by canals and a canal boat ride is one of the highlights of any visit. But there are plenty of other things to see and do in this former castle town. (Archived article originally published … Continue reading Yanagawa: A laid back water world
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Suizenji Garden: one of the finest of Japan’s feudal samurai strolling gardens
This travel article for Japan Today visits Suizenji Jojuen, a traditional samurai strolling garden of the feudal age and an absolute must-see for visitors to Kumamoto. (Archived article in Japan Today.)