SAGA KARATSU
1-hour drive from Fukuoka/Hakata,
15-min walk from JR Karatsu Station
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Karatsu Castle
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Folding screen with the scenes of Karatsu castle
Located in the heart of Karatsu city
All tourist spots are within reach
“Karatsu Castle”, the tourist hot spot is just a few steps away.
“Karatsu Kunchi”, the grand autumn festival of Karatsu, Saga
Image provided by Karatsu Cable TV
A grand autumn festival held at Karatsu Shrine during 2nd – 4th November every year.
14 portable shrines tour through the old castle town, chanting "Enya, Enya" and "Yoisa, Yoisa"
celebrated with the sounds of the musical accompaniment.
Established in 1876
The history and
traditions of Karatsu
Wataya was established in 1876 and has served Karatsu with distinction.
Originally a Japanesecuisine restaurant,
Wataya evolved into the historical inn it is today.
Nestled in a Japanesegarden,
our three-story building and facilities are unique to Karatsu.
Serving Karatsu since 1876 we value hospitality
or Omotenashi
very highly Here in Karatsu
since 1876.
And, this is the value we always bear in mind
ONSENKaratsu Onsen Spa, the natural hot spring
Traditional inn with natural hot spring Imbued with healing minerals and salts
Traditional inn with natural hot spring imbued with healing minerals and salts. Let the comforting smell of Japanese cypress soothe your body, mind and spirit in our open-air bath.
CUISINEThe finest culinary style to showcase the wonderful tastes of Karatsu
Karatsu is home to Yobuko squid, a famous squid species in Japan
Be amazed by the best and freshest local food ingredients- mouth-watering seafood, farm fresh vegetables, and select local products. Specially prepared Japanese dishes steeped in tradition
Wataya’s breakfast is authentic Karatsu cuisine with 7 distinct flavors (rice, miso soup, tofu, fish, pickles, drink and hospitality) associated with “Niji no Matsubara”, Karatsu’s famous pine forest.
ROOMRediscover the timeless glamour of long traditions
Sublime Japanese architecture and attention to details
A room facing a Japanese garden reveals the breath-taking four seasons of Japan. A room with a view of Karatsu Castle across the Matsuura River. Everything here is somehow nostalgic and serene.
Photos provided by Saga Prefectural Tourism Federation
Photos provided by Saga Prefectural Tourism Federation
5-10, Daimyokoji, Karatsu, Saga, Japan
(847-0012)
Phone. +81-955-72-4181
Fax. +81-955-72-4182
You can take in the nice views of the Karatsu Castle from our inn
Basic Accommodation Information
| Check in / check out time |
3:00 pm (latest check in 10:00 pm) / 10:00 am |
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| Total no. of rooms | 12 |
| Cards | VISA/ JCB/ American Express/ Diner's Club/ UC/ DC/ NICOS/ Bank Card/ UFJ Card/ Master Card/ Saison/ JTB/ Rakuten card/ Debit card |
| Terms & conditions | Please give us a call for arrival later than your specified check-in time. |
| Cancellation policy | No contact cancellation/ no show: 100% of your accommodation fee Same day cancellation: 100% of your accommodation fee Cancellation1 day in advance: 50% of your accommodation fee Cancellation 2 to 3 days in advance: 30% of your accommodation fee |
| Room facilities & amenities | Television(excluding BS channels)/ Telephone/ Tea set/ Refrigerator/ Hair dryer/ Iron (rental)/ CD player (rental)/ Cassette decker (rental) / Individual A/C/ Washlet toilet seat (available in some rooms only)/ Solid soap/ Liquid soap/ Body soap/ Shampoo/ Hair condition/ Toothbrush set/ Razor/ Shower cap/ Brush/ Towel/ Bath towel/ Yukata bathrobe/ Slippers/ Baby bed (rental)/ Desk lamp (rental) * Free Wi-Fi available in all guestrooms |
Inn information
| Address | 5-10, Daimyokoji, Karatsu, Saga, Japan (847-0012) |
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| Phone | +81-955-72-4181 |
| FAX | +81-955-72-4182 |
| Our Location | 15-min walk/ 3-min drive from JR Karatsu Station; please take the train to Karatsu from Fukuoka Airport/ JR Hakata station Approx. 40 mins from Takushi IC, Nagasaki Expressway |
| Parking available | 20 spaces, first-come first serve |
| Inn facilities | Cafe, Party room, Meeting room, Wedding venue, Public bath, Open bath, Souvenir shop, Tearoom, FAX send-out service, Room service, Morning, Delivery service |
