Fukuoka Travel Guide – Attractions & Tours

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Fukuoka Essentials

Fukuoka's landscape features historic sites like the 8th-century Kushida Shrine and the ruins of Fukuoka Castle. Modern landmarks include the 103-meter Hakata Port Tower and the terraced greenery of ACROS Fukuoka. The city’s coastal identity is reflected in the seafaring traditions of Sumiyoshi Shrine and the extensive Marine World Uminonakamichi aquarium. For relaxation, Ohori Park and the Edo-period Yūsentei Park provide tranquil spaces, while Canal City Hakata offers urban entertainment alongside traditional open-air yatai food stalls.

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Fukuoka Shrines and Temples

Fukuoka’s spiritual landscape features historical sites dating back to the 8th century. This selection includes Kushida Shrine, the city's oldest Shinto site, and Sumiyoshi Shrine, dedicated to seafaring deities. The list highlights diverse architectural styles, from the Rinzai Zen traditions at Sōfuku-ji and Tenpuku-ji to the mermaid folklore of Ryuguji Temple. Visitors can explore mountain-side sanctuaries like Iimori and Sefuri shrines, or discover smaller neighborhood sites that preserve local traditions and the region's religious heritage.

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Fukuoka Viewpoints

Fukuoka’s landscape offers a mix of urban observation decks and natural summits. This collection includes the 103-meter Hakata Port Tower and the 367-meter Mt. Tachibana, which features medieval castle ruins and ancient camphor forests. Key spots like the Katae Observatory on Mt. Abura provide expansive night views of the city, while Nishi Park’s Momiji-dani offers seasonal scenery. The selection spans coastal vistas, public parks, and mountain lookouts across the region.

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Fukuoka Parks and Gardens

Fukuoka offers diverse green spaces ranging from historic Edo-period ruins to expansive seaside leisure parks. Explore the central Ōhori Park with its massive circular pond or the adjacent Maizuru Park, home to the stone walls of Fukuoka Castle and seasonal cherry blossoms. For traditional Japanese aesthetics, Yūsentei Park features a mid-Edo period garden and pond. Nishi Park provides panoramic views of Hakata Bay, while Uminonakamichi Seaside Park hosts large-scale seasonal flower displays across its vast coastal grounds.

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Climate & when to visit

Best time to visit: April, May, October

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Typical weather in January

Poor

9° (feels like 5°) · extremes -2°–15°
1° at night
10 rainy days
5 sunny days
4 hours of sunshine per day
Dry air
Calm winds
UV index 2 · low

Typical weather in February

Poor

11° (feels like 7°) · extremes -2°–18°
2° at night
10 rainy days
6 sunny days
4 hours of sunshine per day
Dry air
Calm winds
UV index 3 · moderate

Typical weather in March

Fair

15° (feels like 12°) · extremes 0°–21°
5° at night
11 rainy days
10 sunny days
6 hours of sunshine per day
Dry air
Calm winds
UV index 4 · moderate

Typical weather in April

Great

20° (feels like 18°) · extremes 4°–26°
9° at night
11 rainy days
11 sunny days
6 hours of sunshine per day
Dry air
Calm winds
UV index 6 · high

Typical weather in May

Great

25° · extremes 9°–29°
14° at night
10 rainy days
11 sunny days
7 hours of sunshine per day
Comfortable humidity
Calm winds
UV index 6 · high

Typical weather in June

Good

28° (feels like 30°) · extremes 15°–32°
19° at night
15 rainy days
4 sunny days
5 hours of sunshine per day
Muggy, humid air
Calm winds
UV index 6 · high

Typical weather in July

Poor

31° (feels like 35°) · extremes 20°–35°
23° at night
17 rainy days
5 sunny days
6 hours of sunshine per day
Oppressive humidity
Calm winds
UV index 7 · high

Typical weather in August

Poor

32° (feels like 36°) · extremes 21°–35°
24° at night
17 rainy days
8 sunny days
7 hours of sunshine per day
Oppressive humidity
Calm winds
UV index 7 · high

Typical weather in September

Fair

28° (feels like 31°) · extremes 15°–33°
20° at night
13 rainy days
7 sunny days
5 hours of sunshine per day
Oppressive humidity
Calm winds
UV index 6 · high

Typical weather in October

Great

23° · extremes 9°–29°
14° at night
9 rainy days
11 sunny days
6 hours of sunshine per day
Comfortable humidity
Calm winds
UV index 5 · moderate

Typical weather in November

Good

18° (feels like 16°) · extremes 4°–23°
9° at night
9 rainy days
8 sunny days
5 hours of sunshine per day
Dry air
Calm winds
UV index 3 · moderate

Typical weather in December

Fair

12° (feels like 8°) · extremes -1°–17°
4° at night
9 rainy days
5 sunny days
4 hours of sunshine per day
Dry air
Calm winds
UV index 2 · low

Climate data: NASA POWER (MERRA-2) · 1996–2025

Practical information

Currency: Japanese Yen JPY ¥ · Card payments · Commonly accepted
Emergency numbers: 118
Electricity: Type A / Type B
100 V · 60 Hz

Languages: Japanese
Tap water: Safe to drink
Driving side: Left
Calling code: +81

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Featured Lists

Fukuoka Essentials

Fukuoka Shrines and Temples

Fukuoka Viewpoints

Fukuoka Parks and Gardens

Fukuoka — Map

Climate & when to visit

Typical weather in January

Typical weather in February

Typical weather in March

Typical weather in April

Typical weather in May

Typical weather in June

Typical weather in July

Typical weather in August

Typical weather in September

Typical weather in October

Typical weather in November

Typical weather in December

Practical information

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