A large shopping and entertainment complex with a canal running through it, offering shops, restaurants, a theater, and seasonal events.

Tips: Check the schedule for fountain shows. Good for families, shopping enthusiasts, and rainy days.

Unique museum dedicated to modern and contemporary Asian art, with rotating exhibitions.

Tips: Free admission to the lobby exhibitions. Located centrally in Hakata, easy to combine with other activities.

Remains of a historic Edo-period castle surrounded by scenic Maizuru Park, popular for cherry blossoms in spring.

Tips: Best visited during cherry blossom season (late March–early April). Wear comfortable shoes for walking around the park.

Japan’s tallest seaside tower, offering panoramic views of the city and Hakata Bay.

Tips: Visit at sunset for stunning views. Discounts available for students and children.

Museum showcasing traditional Hakata culture, crafts, and daily life from the Meiji and Taisho periods.

Tips: Try hands-on workshops such as weaving or doll-making. English explanations available for most exhibits.

Upscale shopping mall adjacent to the Hakataza Theater, which hosts kabuki, musicals, and concerts.

Tips: Check the theater’s calendar for performances; advance booking recommended for popular shows.

A revered Shinto shrine, central to Fukuoka’s famous Hakata Gion Yamakasa festival.

Tips: Visit in July for the Yamakasa festival. Look for unique wooden ema plaques and towering festival floats displayed on site.

Urban beach and waterfront area near Fukuoka Tower, popular for swimming, sunbathing, and watersports.

Tips: Best in summer. Restaurants and cafes line the beach; rental lockers and showers are available.

Iconic outdoor food stalls lining the riverside in Nakasu, serving local street food like Hakata ramen and yakitori.

Tips: Go in the evening for the full atmosphere. Expect queues at popular stalls; cash payments only.

A spacious public park featuring a large central pond, traditional Japanese gardens, and walking paths.

Tips: Rent a paddle boat for a relaxing experience on the pond. Visit the nearby Fukuoka Art Museum within the park.

One of the oldest Shinto shrines in Japan, dedicated to the sea gods and maritime safety.

Tips: Peaceful grounds; ideal for a quiet stroll. Combine with nearby Tenjin shopping district.

Extensive underground mall with fashion boutiques, cafes, and specialty shops, connecting major downtown areas.

Tips: Great for rainy days and bargain hunting. Easy access from Tenjin subway station.

Historic Buddhist temple known for its giant wooden Buddha statue and five-story pagoda.

Tips: The giant Buddha is indoors; check opening hours. Respect temple etiquette and no photography in some areas.

Expansive park with seasonal flower gardens, playgrounds, cycling paths, and a zoo.

Tips: Rent a bicycle to explore the park efficiently. Popular for families and outdoor lovers.

Lively local market famous for fresh seafood, produce, and street food snacks.

Tips: Go early in the morning for the freshest seafood. Try the mentaiko (spicy cod roe), a local specialty.