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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.

Fukuoka Essentials — Map

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Canal City

Canal City Hakata is a large shopping and entertainment complex in Fukuoka, Japan.

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Kushida Shrine

Founded in 757, the shrine is considered to be the oldest Shinto shrine in the city.

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Ōhori Park

Opened in 1929, this park has quickly become a popular relaxing destination for locals and tourists alike.

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Fukuoka Castle

Also known as Maizuru Castle, this historic sight is situated on top of Fukusaki Hill, overlooking the city.

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Hakata Port Tower

Hakata Port Tower is a 103 metre high lattice tower with an observation deck in a height of 73.5 metres in Hakata-ku, Fukuoka, Japan.

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Marine World Uminonakamichi

Opened in 1989, this marine world features 70 aquariums full of marine animals and plants.

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Sumiyoshi Shrine

Visit this Shinto shrine which is considered to be the oldest one on the Kyushu island. It is dedicated to gods of safe seafaring.

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Chikae

Traditional Japanese restaurant featuring large seawater tanks where diners can view the daily catch. Specializes in regional Kyushu seafood and seasonal kaiseki cuisine.

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Night yatai food stands

Open-air food stall in the Tenjin district specializing in Hakata ramen and yaki-ramen, a stir-fried noodle dish original to this specific stand.

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Fukuoka Municipal Zoo and Botanical Garden

The Fukuoka Municipal Zoo and Botanical Garden, also known as the Fukuoka City Zoological Garden, is a zoo and botanical garden established…

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ACROS Fukuoka Prefectural International Hall

This building boasts a wonderful rooftop garden which merges with the park.

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Yūsentei Park

Yūsentei Park is a park in Jōnan-ku, Fukuoka, Japan. It was originally built in the mid-Edo period for Kuroda Tsugutaka, the 6th domain head…

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Sōfuku-ji

Sōfuku-ji is a Rinzai temple in Hakata-ku, Fukuoka, Japan. Its honorary sangō prefix is Yokodakezan.

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Ryuguji Temple

This petit temple was originally situated on a beach. Legend has it that after a mermaid had been spotted on the beach, the temple was named…

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