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Kyushu/Saga Autumn Foliage Tour | Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine (Optional Kimono Experience)・Daikozenji Temple・Kunenan・Homangu Kamado Shrine Illumination
Tours • From Fukuoka

Kyushu/Saga Autumn Foliage Tour | Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine (Optional Kimono Experience)・Daikozenji Temple・Kunenan・Homangu Kamado Shrine Illumination

English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
4.8 / 5
(5) • 50+ booked
kr 293
Sale 30% off
Fukuoka Kanzakibana & Saga Castle Full-Day Tour with Visit Certificate
Autumn deal
Klook's choice
Tours • From Fukuoka

Fukuoka Kanzakibana & Saga Castle Full-Day Tour with Visit Certificate

English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
5.0 / 5
(6) • 50+ booked
kr 314
Sale 30% off
Saga: Karatsu Castle Ticket
Attraction passes • Karatsu

Saga: Karatsu Castle Ticket

Book now for tomorrow
Instant confirmation
2.7 / 5
(43) • 1K+ booked
kr 21
Kyushu Fukuoka & Saga Autumn Leaves One-Day Tour | Dazaifu Optional Kimono & Kyu-An & Night Maple
Tours • From Fukuoka

Kyushu Fukuoka & Saga Autumn Leaves One-Day Tour | Dazaifu Optional Kimono & Kyu-An & Night Maple

English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
4.5 / 5
(2)
kr 293
Sale 30% off

Hotels in Karatsu

Hotel Karae - Hostel
Hotels • Karatsu

Hotel Karae - Hostel

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4.5 / 5
(292)
From
kr 400.8
Kahan no Yado Karatsu Castle
Hotels • Karatsu

Kahan no Yado Karatsu Castle

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4.6 / 5
(114)
From
kr 454.3
ONCRI-KARATSU
Hotels • Karatsu

ONCRI-KARATSU

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4.5 / 5
(150)
From
kr 801.18
Mercure Saga Karatsu Resort
Hotels • Karatsu

Mercure Saga Karatsu Resort

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4.2 / 5
(381)
From
kr 437.59
HOTEL NINESTATES KARATSU
Hotels • Karatsu

HOTEL NINESTATES KARATSU

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3.0 / 5
(2)
From
kr 629.51
Karatsu Seaside Hotel
Hotels • Karatsu

Karatsu Seaside Hotel

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4.7 / 5
(55)
From
kr 3,141.94
Grand Base Karatsuekiminami
Hotels • Karatsu

Grand Base Karatsuekiminami

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4.4 / 5
(74)
From
kr 395.35
Mizuno Ryokan
Hotels • Karatsu

Mizuno Ryokan

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4.7 / 5
(31)
From
kr 1,760.64
HOTEL R9 The Yard Karatsu
Hotels • Karatsu

HOTEL R9 The Yard Karatsu

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4.4 / 5
(41)
From
kr 406.62
Ryokan Wataya
Hotels • Karatsu

Ryokan Wataya

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4.7 / 5
(21)
kr 1,832.44
Karatsu Seaside Hotel
Hotels • Karatsu

Karatsu Seaside Hotel

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From
kr 1,924.08
kr 1,943.47
OnoueRyokan
Hotels • Karatsu

OnoueRyokan

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From
kr 553.44

Reviews of Karatsu activities

陳 **
2026-06-18 08:51:15
Fantastic 5.0
Our itinerary for this trip was: starting from Tenjin city center ➡️ Itoshima Hana Shio Pudding ➡️ Meoto Iwa (Wedded Rocks) at Futamigaura ➡️ Tsukamoto Fish Market ➡️ Miyajidake Shrine ➡️ Munakata Shrine. The driver was very thoughtful! His service attitude was incredibly friendly! He even recommended a delicious seafood restaurant, which my family also thoroughly enjoyed 👍🏽 The car was clean and tidy, and the entire journey went smoothly and perfectly 💯
MEI *********
2026-07-12 15:43:50
Fantastic 5.0
We joined the Saga day tour today, and it rained heavily in the morning, but thankfully it stopped by the afternoon when we reached the attractions, allowing us to take photos smoothly. Our tour guide was excellent, providing detailed explanations at each stop and even helping us take pictures. We are very grateful to her and look forward to joining another one-day tour with your company in the future.
Annabelle *********
2026-06-03 07:18:42
Fantastic 5.0
Upon booking Mr Vincent of Klook was very attentive on arranging our preferred places to go. everything is on point even the day before our tour he made sure everything is properly coordinated with our guide Mr.Jaerek. Also Mr Jaerek is our guide for 2 days as we visit Saga and Fukuoka. very efficient and easy to communicate with, he drives carefully and we had a smooth ride, we enjoyed our travel so the two of them deserve a five star rating⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐...kudos for the great job!

Karatsu at a glance

When is the busiest time to visit Karatsu?

Based on what travelers booked on Klook

Busier than usual Quieter than usual
+200%
+100%
Typical
-100%
-46% Quietest
Jan
-27%
Feb
-9%
Mar
-30%
Apr
-24%
May
-17%
Jun
+28%
Jul
Busiest +159%
Aug
+49%
Sep
-17%
Oct
+46%
Nov
-6%
Dec

Demand peaks in August (about +159% vs a typical month) while January is quiet (about 46% below a typical month); travellers from Singapore should book early for August, while January offers easier availability and fewer crowds. Based on Klook historical booking data.

When is Karatsu cheapest?

Find months that fit your budget.

$80
$60
$40
$20
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Avg $13 Cheapest $3 Priciest $65
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun

Activities are cheapest in July (around USD 3), roughly 95% below November’s typical high (around USD 65); July’s low prices align with the quieter season, so travelling then usually means lower cost and less competition. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.

How far ahead should you book?

Plan ahead so you don’t miss out

10 daysLast-minute
14 daysTypical
15 daysEarly

Most travellers book about 14 days ahead, so travellers can be relatively flexible when planning; still, allow extra time for bookings during the August peak. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

Quick facts about Karatsu

General info
  • Time zone

    No time difference

  • Currency

    1DKK = 23.87JPY

  • Official languages

What to know before visiting Karatsu

Quick snapshot of Karatsu and what to expect

Karatsu draws most bookings for attraction passes and a smaller share for guided tours, so it’s a destination for easy sightseeing with occasional organised trips. Demand swings through the year, with a pronounced summer peak and quieter months in winter and spring.

Best months to visit and how prices behave

Klook data shows the busiest month is August and the quietest in January, with demand rising sharply through summer and a secondary lift in September–November. Prices are unusually stable at a low level for most of the year but spike in November; July is typically the cheapest month on Klook while November often records the highest typical prices. If you want lower prices and fewer crowds, plan for the quieter months around January–April; for peak-season atmosphere aim for August when demand is highest. Note that price and demand diverge: summer demand peaks in August while the biggest price jump happens in November.

Tips for travellers from Singapore

Most travellers from Singapore typically finalise bookings about two weeks ahead, so allow around 14 days if you prefer planning in advance; last-minute bookings are still possible roughly within 10 days. For short, flexible trips you can usually book attraction passes close to travel dates, while peak months like August benefit from earlier planning. Use Klook to lock in passes and tours once your dates are set to secure availability and predictable options.

FAQs about Karatsu

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