Things to Do in Saga, Japan - Saga Attractions
Things to Do in Saga
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Saga Castle Hommaru History Museum, Sage Prefectural Government Observation Deck, Art Tours, Cultural Tours. For personalized recommendations, try our AI trip-planning product.
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- Kimitaka STaichung, Taiwan15,830 contributionsThe building of this museum is a reconstruction of Honmaru, a part of the castle where a ruler used to live. So, the building itself is worth to visit. Inside, there are displays about the history of Saga Castle. As I visited, there was a special exhibit of Saga people who made contributions to the modernization of Tokyo. The entrance is free, but you should take off shoes before entering.Written November 6, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Kimitaka STaichung, Taiwan15,830 contributionsIt is a free observatory on the top of Saga prefectural government building. Actually, it is not very high. But since there is almost no tall building in Saga, you can enjoy nice views of the city.Written November 6, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Peter ChoyHong Kong, China6,576 contributionsFinishing the nice Saga beef lunch we drove to the nearby Saga Balloon Museum. Saga City was famous for hosting Asia’s largest hot air balloon festival every fall, with over 100 balloons participating. The museum was the first one in Japan focusing on balloons.
After paying the admission fee (500 yen for adult), we went into the theatre on the first floor. Equipped with super high-definition display, it showed a film which introduced the Saga International Balloon Fiesta.
Walking up the steps to the second floor, it was the main exhibition area. The first zone is the Hall of Fame introducing the individuals and groups that contributed to the development of the culture of hot air balloons and its competition. In the middle was the real basket on ‘Icarus 5’, the first successful manned hot air balloon in Japan, that completed its flight on 1969.
In the Event Hall we got to try throwing the marker from a distance, emulating one of the competitions in hot air balloon. It was fun for both kids and adults.
Continuing in the exhibition area there were a few 3D horoscopes which showed the history of human beings’ dream of flying to the sky like a bird, with the stories including Montgolfier brothers and Jacques Charles, first hot air balloon in Japan, and the invention of airplanes by Wright brothers.
The next section showed information related to the different balloon festivals and balloon museums around the world, the festivals in Saga and other places in Japan, and the Saga International Balloon Fiesta, with videos from the past years.
Moving on, it was the area explaining the mechanics of flying a balloon, including how to prepare the balloon before and after the flight. Basically, a balloon ascended when a burner heated up the air inside and descended with the release of air from the top. Adjusting the altitude of the balloon to catch the wind to fly in the desired direction was how to navigate its direction.
After understanding the logic, we also got the chance to operate a balloon through the flight simulator. We found it was much more difficult than we originally thought. The staff came to help explain to us seeing how we had struggled, which was funny. She also gave us a few tokens to play the 'fishing machine' to get a couple of collector cards as souvenirs for our effort.
Leaving the exhibition area there was a few photo frames showing the different balloon designs that took part in the festival throughout the years.
Before leaving we also visited the shop which got a wide range of balloon merchandise and Saga’s local delicacies on sale.Written April 5, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - xpqickSingapore5 contributionsWe visited in June 2016. stopping by on our road trip enroute from Fukuoka to Nagasaki, and had the best time here. It's a lovely farm that's build upon rolling hills. The guide brought us around to the animal sheds - goats, cows, and baby animals - rabbits, guinea pigs and kids (baby goats). The children got to feed the animals while the adults took in the great view and fresh air. The guide was exceptionally kind and tried his best to converse with us in English.
we also loaded up on our favourite snacks made from local produce - lots of cheese snacks and also jams. The restaurants here look good but if you feel like something more local and authentic, ask the manager about this fantastic soba joint that's just 5min away!
They don't see a lot of international visitors here at Dongurimura Leisure Park, but it's well worth a visit if you have young children.Written June 18, 2016This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - HansiCronSaga, Japan7 contributionsThis park is really amazing specially for kids. It is not so big but full of Amusement. My kids are loved it so much.Written November 16, 2016This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- HwasalBangkok, Thailand1,129 contributionsThe beautifal Japanese architecture built up here. Not more people, you may take the time to relax around their.Written April 10, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Kimitaka STaichung, Taiwan15,830 contributionsYodohime Shrine, which is dedicated to a sister of Jingukogo, a legendary empress in the antiquity, was once the 1st shrine of this region. It is located near Kawakamikyo, a beautiful scenic spot, and on the way from downtown Saga to Furuyu hot springs. The spacious precinct is serene and somewhat spiritual. Nearby there is a Buddhist temple called Jisoin. This temple used to be a part of this shrine. Anyway, it is a nice spot for a half-day excursion from Saga.Written February 24, 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Kimitaka STaichung, Taiwan15,830 contributionsI visited here at the end of October, and it was the best season to watch Suaeda Japonica. A huge tidal land and red colored suaeda were really impressive.Written November 1, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Kimitaka STaichung, Taiwan15,830 contributionsThis Shinto shrine, located near Saga prefecture office, is dedicated to Nabeshima family, leader of Samurais, which governed Saga area before Meiji restoration. Like many other shrines, the entrance is free. From JR station, it takes about 20 minutes to walk.Written March 27, 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Passenger27418815 contributionsIt’s a small museum, but worth visiting. Shigenobu Okuma is a founder of Waseda University. He was also a prime minister in Meiji Era. We can find his great achievements also in Tokyo, but this place helped me understand his young days in his hometown. Plenty of free parking.Written October 21, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
