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Kosa Yanaba River Weir

Kosa Yanaba River Weir

甲佐やな場

Kumamoto · Kyushu

Kosa’s river weir area offers seasonal ayu fish culture, shallow water scenery, and countryside air. It is a simple local food-and-river experience.

Why it's hidden

It is strongly seasonal and mainly known to residents of central Kumamoto.

Best season
Summer
Crowd level
Hidden gem
Rating
4.1· 342 reviews
Opening hours
Mon 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Tue Closed Wed–Sun 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.

Admission
Riverside yana-ba (weir) and countryside dining area; no entrance ticket (meals at the ayu restaurant paid separately). Kumamoto/Kosa local spot.
Nearest station
Kosa (甲佐) bus terminus · 10 min walk

Today

11:00–21:00Sun closedTue closed

Stored weekly hours

Mon 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Tue Closed Wed–Sun 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

How to get there

From Hakata Station · ~1h 48m by car

Tags

riverfoodvillageseasonal

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