Yanagawa is a tourist destination that is famous for its river cruising in the southern part of Fukuoka Prefecture. Also known as the "City of Water," this area is full of local specialties produced by the abundance of land and sea, Tsukushi Plain and Ariake Sea. Of which, "Yanagawa Yokamonkan" is the souvenir store that has a collection of such honorable gems. The store is located in the center of Yanagawa shoten-gai (shopping district), about a 15-minute walk from Nishitetsu Yanagawa Station. With lots of unique Yanagawa products in the store, it is no doubt the perfect spot for finding souvenirs!

Inside the store, you can find lots of items that are certified as Yanagawa City brand products which are selected among the locals' favorite Yanagawa specialties! With a vast range of items that includes not only Ariake seaweed, unique products made from rare fish Odontamblyopus also known as the "Aliens of Ariake Sea", but also steamedunagi (eel) product, this is a place full of rare items that catches your eye! You can also find products of "Tsuru Miso"! On a side note, you will pass by Tsuru Miso's red-brick brewing factory when river cruising in Yanagawa♪ When you visit the store, do take photos of the huge display of Yanagawa's traditional art craft "Sagemon", which you can find at the corner of the store!