Discover Karatsu
Karatsu, a charming coastal town, invites tourists to explore its historical sites, including the impressive Karatsu Castle and other unique attractions. Experience the town's rich heritage as you wander through its scenic streets.
Things to see and do
FAQs
Getting around in Karatsu
The easiest way around Karatsu is on foot, since the major sights and attractions are within walking distance from each other.
Getting to Karatsu
Public transportation:
To get from Fukuoka to Karatsu by public transportation, travelers need to take the JR Chikuhi Line from Meinohama Station (accessible via the Fukuoka City Subway) to Karatsu Station. The journey takes approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Nearest airport:
The nearest and most convenient airport is Fukuoka Airport.
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by car: approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes
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by public transport: approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes
Car rentals:
How long to stay in Karatsu
We recommend staying here between half a day and one day.
Hotels in Karatsu
Flights to Karatsu
The nearest and most convenient airport is Fukuoka Airport.
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by car: approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes
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by public transport: approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes
Seasonal information
Hiking:
The hiking season in this area typically runs from Spring until Autumn.
Festivals in Karatsu
There are two famous festivals in this area. Please be advised that the following info is based upon previous entries of the festival and that the dates might have changed for the following year. It is also possible that the entire festival is cancelled in the case of heavy rainfall or a natural disaster. Please check with the official organisers' website for the most up-to-date information.
For the exact location of the festivals, you can consult our map above by clicking on the icon in the upper most corner of the map to open the map legend. Festivals are hidden by default but can be made visible by clicking on the "Festivals" checkbox in the map legend.
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Karatsu City Kyushu Fireworks Festival
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Date: July 14th
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Time: 20:00 - 21:00
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Hamatama Fireworks Festival
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Date: July 28th
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Time: 20:00 - ???
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