Dazaifu walking plan with must-see spots

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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Update 2023.08.07

DAY1

2018-05-16
- Dazaifu Tenmangu shrine
  
  10:00
- Sansai Hiyori Ochacha
  
  11:15
- Dazaifu Amusement Park
  
  13:00
- Kyushu National Museum
  
  15:45
- Komyozen-ji Temple
  
  17:15

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DAY1

- Dazaifu Tenmangu shrine
  
  10:00
  
  60min
  
  Shrine
  
  (Provided by service)The head shrine of 12,000 Shinto shrines across the country dedicated to Sugawara no Michizane, known as the god of scholarship. The shrine’s origin lies in the deification of when Michizane, who passed away in this area in 903, was later deified and the main shrine building dedicated to him was erected in 919. The shrine’s charms, said to bring success in academic affairs, and paper talismans themed after the famous Tobiume plum tree said to have flown to the shrine in yearning for Michizane, are popular purchases among visitors. The best time to see the 6,000 Chinese plum trees on the shrine’s grounds is from the end of January to the beginning of March. A five-minute walk from Dazaifu Station.
  
  Address
  
  Fukuoka Pref. Dazaifushi Saifu 4-7-1
  
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  - Dazaifu Tenmangu shrine
- Public transportation / Walk
  
  5min
- Sansai Hiyori Ochacha
  
  11:15
  
  60min
  
  Kaiseki/Kappo Traditional Japanese Cuisine
  
  (Provided by service)A charming restaurant located inside an old remodeled private home a short ways off the approach to the popular Dazaifu Tenmangu shrine. Well-renowned and popular with tourists as well, here diners can enjoy healthy homemade cuisine prepared with seasonal, hand-picked mountain vegetables. The daily special, veritably packed with the flavors of the season, is Ochacha’s most popular menu selection. The mountain vegetable and tenmusu (onigiri with shrimp tempura filling) set, which comes with healthy sides and soup, is also an excellent choice. The restaurant also has a full selection of desserts, such as zenzai (sweet red bean soup) and yomogi shiratama (rice flour dumplings with mugwort), making it a great place to stop by before or after exploring Dazaifu.
  
  Address
  
  Fukuoka Pref. Dazaifushi Saifu 1-15-16
  - Sansai Hiyori Ochacha
  - Sansai Hiyori Ochacha
  - Sansai Hiyori Ochacha
- Public transportation / Walk
  
  18min
- Dazaifu Amusement Park
  
  13:00
  
  120min
  
  Amusement Park / Theme Park
  
  (Provided by service)The Dazaifu Amusement Park has a number of attractions that can be enjoyed by children from zero years and up, as well as breast-feeding rooms, stroller rental facilities and rest areas. Here there are massage chairs (for a fee) and a corner where children can play with free toys. It is around a 20-minute walk from Nishitetsu Daizaifusen Line’s Dazaifu Station. Please note there are no dedicated parking facilities for the amusement park.
  
  Address
  
  Fukuoka Pref. Dazaifushi Saifu 4-7-8
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  - Dazaifu Amusement Park
- Public transportation / Walk
  
  13min
- Kyushu National Museum
  
  15:45
  
  60min
  
  Museum / Science Museum
  
  (Provided by service)A national museum located in Dazaifu City commonly known as the “Kyuhaku” to locals. The museum displays numerous historically momentous articles such as an ink painting by the famed Kano Masanobu, a designated National Treasure, and the original manuscript of the ancient epic Eiga Monogatari. The museum’s rounded 160 meter by 80 meter building is large enough to fit an entire international regulation soccer field, making it best to schedule plenty of time for one’s visit. The first floor contains a hands-on space for learning about Asia for children. A 10-minute walk from Dazaifu Station.
  
  Address
  
  Fukuoka Pref. Dazaifushi Ishizaka 4-7-2
  
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- Public transportation / Walk
  
  6min
- Komyozen-ji Temple
  
  17:15
  
  30min
  
  Address
  
  Dazaifu Overview
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- FINISH
  
  17:45