Hishino, Asakura City, Fukuoka Prefecture
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Cost per person
¥500
The Asakura Water Wheels, located in Asakura City, Fukuoka Prefecture, have been supplying water to the rice fields for over 200 years. These iconic water wheels, a symbol of Asakura, continue to operate using water from the Chikugo River. Operating from mid-June to early October, the wheels are a picturesque summer attraction. Visitors can access the site a short 5-minute drive from the Asakura Interchange on the Oita Expressway. Parking is free, making it easy to explore this historic landmark and enjoy the tranquil rural scenery.
Built in 1789