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Oct 28, 2024 Event
Karatsu Kunchi
The Karatsu Shrine Autumn Festival, designated as UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage, attracts around 500,000 visitors over...

Jun 18, 2024 Local News
Possible Iron Ship Discovered in Genkai Sea by Kyushu University Team
A research team from Kyushu University has discovered a 40-meter-long structure on the seabed off the coast of Karatsu, Saga Prefecture, which is likely an iron ship...

Jun 3, 2024 Event
Mikaeri no Taki Falls Hydrangea Festival
Boasting the largest waterfall drop in Kyushu, Karatsu's Mikaeri Falls is a breathtaking sight accompanied by a thunderous roar. This spot is also renowned for its hydrangeas...

Apr 11, 2024 Event
Karatsu Yakimon Ceramic Festival
The Karatsu Yakimon Ceramic Festival takes place in the central district of Karatsu, a town that flourished as a castle town. The festival is a collaborative effort involving both ...

Nov 10, 2023 Event
Join the Exclusive Trial: Nagoya Castle’s Samurai Adventure in Saga
Tucked away in the coastal town of Karatsu, Nagoya Castle, historically known as Nagoya Castle, remains a formidable edifice constructed during Toyotomi Hideyoshi's invasions of Ko...

Nov 7, 2023 Event
A Two-Night Feast of Western Liquor, Music, and Light at BAR Maizuru Manor
Immerse yourself in a captivating two-night celebration of Western spirits, enchanting melodies, and luminous displays at the historic Taisho-era Maizuru Manor in...

Nov 1, 2023 Event
Karatsu Kunchi
Experience the Autumn Grand Festival of Karatsu Shrine, a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage Event: Spanning three days and attracting around 500,000...

Sep 13, 2023 Local News
Coast Guard Confirms Identities of Capsized Jet Skiers
Two bodies discovered in a scenic cave off the coast of Karatsu City in Saga Prefecture have been...

Aug 31, 2023 Local News
Fukuoka Takes Action on Swine Fever Alert
Fukuoka Prefecture convened an emergency meeting to discuss preventive steps against Classical Swine Fever (CSF), following suspected cases at a pig farm in...

May 12, 2023 Local News
Saga’s Scenic Pines Face Nemesis: Pesticide Action Planned
A thorough inspection for pest damage has been conducted in the pine trees of "Niji no Matsubara," a nationally designated Place of Scenic Beauty in Karatsu City, Saga Prefecture. ...