Travel / Tourism Spots in Fukuoka City (Northwest) / Itoshima Area
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- Fukuoka City Museum
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4.0361 Reviews - Leisure / Hobbies
- 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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Fukuoka City Museum is located near Fukuoka Tower. If you take Subway, the nearest station is Nishijin. The main attraction of this museum is “gold seal” that was given to a Japanese ruler by Chinese...
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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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- Washio Atagojinja
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4.0108 Reviews - Travel / Tourism
- Fukuoka Fukuoka-shi Nishi-ku Atago 2-7-1
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Its an uphill walk going there but when you see the view, the uphill walk is worth it. I loved the view which shows the view of the city, you can see fukuoka tower from the viewing deck. A local was...
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- Sennyo-ji Temple
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4.577 Reviews - Travel / Tourism
- Fukuoka Pref. Itoshimashi Raizan 626
- A Buddhist temple located in Itoshima City, Fukuoka Prefecture. A Shingon sect Daikaku-ji school temple. The temple's principal object of worship is a statue of a thousand-armed (Senjyu) Kannon. This wooden figure is estimated to have been crafted in the late Kamakura period (1185-1333) and, together with another wooden statue depicting a seated figure of the priest Seiga also in the temple's possession, it has been designated a National Important Cultural Property. The temple is also a renowned destination for fall foliage and a 400-year-old giant Japanese maple on the grounds has been designated a Natural Monument by Fukuoka Prefecture.
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Definitely a great place to catch autumn foliage with the 400 year old maple tree. The walk around the gardens is lovely. Be sure to catch the street vendors selling local Japanese snacks.
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- Fukuoka Abura-yama Shimin no Mori
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- Fukuoka Fukuoka-shi Minami-ku Hibaru 855-4
- A park in Hibaru, Minami Ward, Fukuoka City. The park, covering an almost 94 hectares lot on the side of Mt. Aburayama, offers a rich natural environment. There's a day-use camp ground open year-round (overnight camping only possible during the summer months) as well as an obstacle course, grass ski-slope, permanent orienteering course, and look out platform. There are also walking trails and mountain climbing trails. There are also events held including nature observation and workshops.
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Aburayama Shimin no Mori is a huge mountainous area, which is located next to Aburayama farm. Both Shimin no Mori and the farm are free. If you like, you can climb to the top of Aburayama (597m...
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- Nokonoshima Island
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- Fukuoka Pref. Fukuokashinishiku Noko island
- Located in the middle of Hakata Bay, Nokonoshima is an island that can be reached in about 10 minutes by ferry from Fukuoka City Meinohama’s Noko ferry landing. It is a picturesque island where visitors are able to enjoy flowers from all four seasons, and is full of fascinating historical structures such as the “Sota Kofun-gun” tombs built around the seventh century, and the “Shishigaki” which is a relic of the Edo period deer-hunting grounds. The island’s circumference is approximately 12 kilometers. Nokoshima Island Park is great for cycling, offering beautiful views of the ocean as well as various flowers blooming in profusion such as rapeseed, sunflowers, cosmos and daffodils.
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- Sakurai Futamigaura
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- Fukuoka Pref. Itoshimashi Shimasakurai
- "Located approximately 25 minutes from the Maebaru Interchange on the Nishi-Kyushu Expressway, it has been selected of one of the Japan's 100 Best Beaches, and is one of the scenic spots representative of Itoshima City. It is also a scenic spot to see sunsets at the Genkai Pass, which has been selected as having one of the Japan Sunset Best 100, and it is also called ""Yuhi no Futamigaura"" (sunset Futamigaura) in contrast to ""Asahi no Ise Futamigaura"" (sunrise Ise Futamigaura). It is famous for the ""Meoto Iwa"" (Wedded Rocks,) which rise about 150 meters off the coast with a white torii gate, and you can see the sunset between the two rocks on the summer solstice. The large sacred Shinto straw festoons between the rocks are replaced every May during the spring tide."
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- Itokoku History Museum
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4.016 Reviews - Leisure / Hobbies
- Fukuoka Pref. Itoshimashi Iwara 916
- A history museum located in Itoshima City, Fukuoka Prefecture. Here visitors can see artifacts excavated from National Historic Sites and models of historic ruins. The museum's large bronze mirror with patterns like a flower-petal, excavated from Hirabaru ruins, is the largest of its kind ever found in Japan. Volunteer guides are available (reservation required). In addition to locals, the museum sees many tourists.
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福岡市から車で30分。素晴らしい博物館です。展示物の凄さ。卑弥呼時代前後の歴史的に貴重な物は圧巻です。あまり知られていないがとにかく貴重なもばかりです。入館料も安く、入場者も少ないののでゆっくり観覧できます。歴史好きな方おすすめ！
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- Mataichi Salt Works Kobo Tottan
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- Fukuoka Pref. Itoshimashi Shimakeya 3757
- "A salt factory located in Itoshima City, Fukuoka Prefecture where products such as Mataichi salt are made. Visitors can see how salt is made and purchase a variety of goods, including salt pan boiled eggs; vaunted salt bread; and the ever popular ""Hanashio Pudding,"" sprinkled with salt. In addition, the facility also sells pork cutlet sandwiches and homemade sausage hot dogs together with coffee and seasonal fruit juices."
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またいちの塩のプリンといえば糸島名物です。 とろとろのプリンにカラメルと甘さを引き立てる塩が絶妙で人気ぐあるのも納得の味です。 取り寄せてまで食べたくなるプリンとも言われていますが、実際に食べてみるとそれも納得の味でした。
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- Sakurai Shrine
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- Fukuoka Pref. Itoshimashi Shimasakurai 4227
- A Shinto shrine located in Itoshima City, Fukuoka Prefecture. Founded by Kuroda Tadayuki, the second lord of Fukuoka Domain, the shrine served as a base for the Shinto faith in the region. The Sakurai Daijingu Shrine is also located southwest of the main shrine and enshrines a portion of the deity enshrined at the famous Ise Jingu shrine. Each year between late April and early May on the Sunday of the spring tide, a festival is held to celebrate the replacing of the giant sacred rope connecting the Sakurai Futamigaura Husband and Wife Rocks.
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- Shiraito no Taki
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- Fukuoka Itoshima-shi Shiraito 460-6
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- Keya no Oto
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- Fukuoka Pref. Itoshimashi Shimakeya
- A cavern located in Itoshima City, Fukuoka Prefecture. Located on the northwestern tip of Itoshima, the cavern has been designated a National Natural Monument. Japan's largest basalt cavern, the mystical cave reaches heights of 64 meters, is 90 meters deep, and 10 meters wide. Visitors can board a pleasure boat leaving from Keya Fishing Port to view the cavern from the sea (not available in winter).
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- Noko Museum
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- Fukuoka Fukuoka-shi Nishi-ku Noko 522-2
- A museum in Noko, Nishi Ward, Fukuoka City. Exhibits include materials related to the Chikuzen Gokaura Cargo Ships which were based out of Hakata Bay and delivered goods throughout the country during the Edo period as well as Edo period Confucian scholar and Meinohama native Nanmei Kamei. The museum also features a diorama with an overhead view of Nokonoshima Island and Hakata Bay and other exhibits. From the museum's location atop a hill on Nokonoshima Island you can enjoy a great view looking out over Hakata Bay.
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能古島に行かれた場合は立ち寄ってみてもいい場所だと思います。これだけのために行く必要は無いけれど、島で時間をつぶすにはちょうど良い場所です。この島自体、季節によって雰囲気はかわるけれど何度も行くような場所ではないかと思います。
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- Moo-moo Land Abura -yama Ranch
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- Fukuoka Pref. Fukuokashiminamiku Kashihara 710-2
- A farm where visitors can play with horses, sheep, goats, chickens, and other animals. The farm also offers visitors the chance to try milking cows in its barn and a variety of other activity programs. In addition, visitors can barbecue here (advance reservation required), and the farm is visited by large numbers of families and others.
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- Keya Oto Pleasure Cruise
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- Fukuoka Pref. Itoshimashi Shimakeya 677
- A pleasure cruise running in Itoshima City. Cruise goers can view Keya no Oto, a designated National Natural Monument, from the sea and experience a magical moment inside the calm cavern. From March to November, tour goers can see the cavern's roof from the Keya Fishing Port. Note that depending on sea conditions the cruise may not be able to enter the cave.
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- Singing Sand at Anego no Hama Beach
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- Fukuoka Pref. Itoshimashi Nijoushikaka
- A white sand beach formed by the raging waves of the Genkai Sea in Itoshima City, Fukuoka Prefecture. One of Kyushu's few ''naki-suna (singing sand)'' beaches, quartz particles in the beach's sand rub together when walked on, creating a squeaking sound. Forming an arch along a National Route road, the beach is known for its beautiful sunsets and also serves as a place to take a break for visitors taking scenic drives through the area.
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- Fukuoka City Disaster Prevention Center
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- Fukuoka Pref. Fukuokashisawaraku Momochihama 1-3-3
- A disaster prevention center located in Sawara Ward, Fukuoka City where visitors can learn all about disasters and how to deal with them. The center offers a reservation only simulated disaster course in which visitors can safely experience an earthquake, gale force winds, and a fire. Visitors can also go through fire and disaster drills offered for both children and adults.
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- Nigi no Hama Beach
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- Fukuoka Pref. Itoshimashi Shimakoganemaru
- A coastline that follows a bow-shaped sandy beach and pine forest stretching around six kilometers from Keya no Oto to Nogita beach. In the summer its calm waters are popular as a swimming area, and it has been named as one of Japan’s top 100 white sand and green pine beaches. The sight of a blue sea bathed in orange from the setting sun is exceptional.
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- Nogouchi River Valley
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- Fukuoka Pref. Fukuokashisawaraku Iba
- This is the only valley in Fukuoka City where one can enjoy the beauty of natural sights including waterfalls and rock formations interwoven with each other. While listening to the chirp of birds and sound of running water, one can see the rising and falling of white sheet spray coming from the Ayugaeri and Yabuchi waterfalls while walking along the 700-meter-long promenade. On the other side, the calm and clear waters of the Mukuroji pool is just another wonderful sight of this valley.
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- Karan Falls
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- Fukuoka prefecture Fukuoka city Sawaji ward
- Karan Falls was so named either because of the legend that an ascetic practitioner named Karan who trained at the falls, or perhaps because the falling water has the beauty of dancing petals. Looking on as the clear water plunges heavily into the deep green, it is beautiful enough to stir the soul. Note that the pathway leading up to the waterfall is quite narrow.
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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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