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Xu Fu came to Japan from China during the Qin Dynasty in order to find an elixer that could make a human immortal. The leader of the Qin wanted desperately to find a way to avoid death. Xu Fu was sent on two missions but he never returned from the second mission and it is said that on that mission he landed in Japan. The museum has information about him and various legends associated with him and outside is an herb garden with over 500 different herbs.
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肥前国庁跡, hizen kokuchō ato
巨石パーク
A large park filled with gigantic boulders, each with its own name and story behind it. Many are in interesting and unique positions. It's a popular place for day-hikers. The trail around the boulders takes about an hour to complete, so it's a nice place to enjoy at your own pace.
神野公園, kōno-kōen
Kono Park is home to a lovely Japanese garden complete with teahouse called the Kakurin-tei sitting along the central pond. The southern end contains a small amusement park for children.
佐賀市歴史民俗館, sagashi rekishi minzokukan
A unique museum that features many preserved historic buildings. Visitors can enter the buildings and learn about the families that lived there and in turn learn more about the history of Saga City.
佐賀バルーンミュージアム
A new museum all about hot air balloons and competitions. It has interactive exhibits and a small theatre.
佐賀城
The original Saga Castle was built in 1608 by the Lord Nabeshima Naoshige. The castle suffered repeated fires over the centuries before eventually being torn down. One of the gates survived all of this and has been listed as an Important Cultural Property. In 2004 the castle's honmaru palace was rebuilt. It is now the Saga Castle Museum of History. It offers excellent free English audio guides.