Sawara Old Town
In Japanese: 佐原の町並み
Old merchant houses along a willow-lined canal. Take a small boat for the best view.
Preserved historic village
Nearby
- Katori Jingu Shrine ≈ 20 min by car
- Suigo Itako Ayame Park (Iris Garden) ≈ 25 min by car
- Kashima Jingu Shrine ≈ 40 min by car
- Naritasan Shinshoji Temple ≈ 50 min by car
- Sairenji Temple ≈ 50 min by car
Travel times are rough estimates by car.
- Getting there
- 15 min walk from Sawara Station
- Fee
- Free; boat ride ¥1,300
- Time needed
- 1 h 30 min
Checked against the official Japanese website on 2026-10-11. Report outdated info