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Kushida-jinja Shrine
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Kokura Castle
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Uminonakamichi Seaside Park
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Marinoacity Fukuoka
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Fukuoka City Museum
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Maizuru Park
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Dazaifu Tenmangu shrine
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Hakozaki-gu Shrine
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Miyajidake-jinja Shrine
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Chikuzen Ichinomiya Sumiyoshi Jinja Shrine
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8 popular restaurants around Hakata Station that welcome solo diners
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How to Use JR Kyushu Rail Pass
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Kabuki: Japan's Original Theater for the People
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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.
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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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Climate
What to Wear
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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.
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