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- Cycling around Nokonoshima Island, a flower paradise
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- Nokonoshima is a small island where beautiful flowers bloom all year round, floating in Hakata Bay. Here is a plan to cycle around spectacular scenery and enjoy popular cuisine on the island, 10 minutes by ferry from Fukuoka City.
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- Explore Itoshima, Fukuoka's trendy beach town
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- With its laidback welcoming attitude and stunning scenery, Itoshima is a city that’s hard to leave. Not only does it have untouched natural sights, but it also has one of the most fascinating creative cultures in the whole Fukuoka area. Spend a day hanging out in this cool coastal town.
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- Dazaifu walking plan with must-see spots
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- The Dazaifu area, one of the best sightseeing spots in Fukuoka, has a variety of sights to see such as Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine, only 30 minutes by train from Hakata Station. This plan introduces a walking course of carefully selected must-see spots of Dazaifu, recommended for families as well.
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- Fukuoka Asian Art Museum
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- Fukuoka Pref. Fukuokashihakataku Shimokawabatamachi 3-1 Riverain Center Building 7F/8F
- This is the only art museum in the world dedicated to modern and contemporary art from Asia. The museum engages in initiatives befitting the city of Fukuoka, which has long served as a point of exchange in Asia, such as workshops hosted by artists invited from throughout Asia. Events and exhibitions are held as the occasion demands; accordingly, visitors are encouraged to check the museum’s website for current information.
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- Hakata Machiya Folk Museum
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- Fukuoka Pref. Fukuokashihakataku Reisenmachi 6-10
- Come learn about the good-old days of life in Hakata at this tourist attraction. The exhibition hall, Machiya Hall, and souvenir shop are all connected, and the Machiya Hall was originally built in the mid-Meiji period (late 1800s) before it was moved and reconstructed in its current location. You can also see a demonstration of how Hakata fabric was traditionally woven. Under the guidance of experienced craftsmen, you can try your hand at painting ceramics (fee required) or Hakata fabric weaving yourself. It's just a five-minute walk from Gion Station.
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- Canal City Hakata
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- Fukuoka Pref. Fukuokashihakataku Sumiyoshi 1-2
- A major commercial facility standing on the banks of the Naka River. In addition to shops and restaurants, the facility is also adjoined by a movie theater and a performing arts theater. The Ramen Stadium area, filled with branch restaurants from famous ramen purveyors throughout Japan, is a popular place to check out. In the evening, visitors can enjoy a magnificent water fountain show that makes use of projection mapping in the Sun Plaza on floor B1. Free baby stroller rentals available.
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- Maizuru Park
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- Fukuoka Pref. Fukuokashichuouku Jounai
- Kuroda Nagamasa, the first feudal lord of the Fukuoka clan built this castle over a period seven years from 1601. 480,000 square meters marking the main castle grounds have been designated as a National Historic Site, and the area from the hon-maru to the san-no-maru is known as Maizuru Park, used as a place for relaxation by the locals. This is also a popular spot for hanami flower-viewing parties for cherry and lotus blossoms, and every year in the spring a cherry blossom festival is held where the castle walls and cherry blossoms are lit up at night; although the Otakayashiki site and Tamon turrets are normally closed at night, they are opened for this special time. Be sure to enjoy this collaboration of magical light, sound and cherry blossoms.
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- Tenjin Central Park
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- Fukuoka Pref. Fukuokashichuouku Tenjin 1
- Construction of this public park located in the center of Fukuoka began in 1986 and was completed in 1989. Forming a large forest together with Across Fukuoka, it is used as an oasis in the city by the people that come here to rest. The cherry blossom area that extends along the Yakuin Shinkawa River features 50 Somei-yoshino and Yama-zakura cherry trees, and this is a popular place for hanami cherry-blossom viewing parties as the trees form a tunnel of blossoms every year.
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- Former Fukuoka Prefecture Public Hall Distinguished Guest House
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- Fukuoka Pref. Fukuokashichuouku Nishinakasu 6-29
- This was constructed in 1910 for the 13th Kyushu-Okinawa Association Exhibition and served as a place to entertain guests during the exhibition. The guest house is a two-story Western style wooden building based on the Meiji period’s French Renaissance style, and the main rooms such as the reception rooms have marble fireplaces and feature elegant interior designs with lavish reliefs. It was designated as a National Important Cultural Pin 1984. A portion of the building is open to the public and available to tour. (Admission required)
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- Fukuoka City Red Brick Culture Center
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- Fukuoka Pref. Fukuokashichuouku Tenjin 1-15-30
- Designed by representative Meiji architects Tatsuno Kingo and Kataoka Yasushi, this was constructed to be the Kyushu branch office of Nippon Life Insurance. The building with its roof featuring a dome, small tower and roof windows, and its characteristic red brick and white granite outer walls is an example of design that borrows from late 19th-century British style. It was designated a National Important Cultural Property in 1969 and ownership was transferred to Fukuoka City. It was used as a historical archive until 1990, then renovated and reopened in 1994 as the Red Brick Culture Center. The Fukuoka City Museum of Literature was established on the first floor as a general library, and gathers and provides a variety of information concerning literature.
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- Fukuoka Tower
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- Fukuoka Pref. Fukuokashisawaraku Momochihama 2-3-26
- The tallest seaside tower in Japan at 234 meters high. The tower is distinguished by the 8,000 equilateral triangle half mirror panels cladding the exterior. The observation deck is 123 meters above the ground. One floor below, there is a lounge with one wall completely paneled with glass; here visitors can enjoy lunch or dinner amidst a stunning view. Famous as a spot for romantic partners, visitors can also buy heart-shaped padlocks here which are said to tie two people together when their names are written on it and the lock is closed.
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- Fukuoka City Museum
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- Fukuoka Pref. Fukuokashisawaraku Momochihama 3-1-1
- This public City Museum is near both Fukuoka Tower and the Fukuoka Dome. On display are historical materials that are closely related to both Fukuoka and Hakata. The King of Na gold seal, a National Treasure of Japan, made from real gold, is continuously on display inside of a case. There are numerous masterpieces on display that were donated by the Kuroda Family, former Lords of Fukuoka Domain, including a famous spear, the Nippon-Go, and numerous legendary swords.
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What is Fukuoka?
The most northerly of Kyushu island’s prefectures, Fukuoka comprises castle towns, seaside parks, and Hakata ramen, one of Japan’s most famous noodle dishes. Whether due to its good location or its unique charm, the prefecture’s capital, Fukuoka city, has been voted one of the most desirable places to live in the country—a close-knit community, a thriving food scene, and accessible nature combine for irresistibly laid-back city vibes.
Fukuoka Overviews
Climate
What to Wear
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- Warm Cloth
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- Warm Cloth
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Getting Around
Get your train journey entertainment ready as you board the Tokaido-Sanyo Shinkansen at Tokyo Station to Hakata Station in Fukuoka city—a five-hour journey across the country awaits. JR Pass holders are advised to settle back and enjoy the comfort of the famous Japanese bullet train, which also stops at Kokura Station in Kitakyushu, while those short on cash can catch a flight into Kitakyushu Airport or Fukuoka Airport.
How to get to Fukuoka Airport