Fukuoka 2-Day First Visit

Fukuoka · 2 days · 9 places

1. Kushida Shrine (櫛田神社)
Kushida-jinja is a Shinto shrine located in Hakata-ku, Fukuoka, Japan. Wikipedia
Best time: Morning · Admission: Free — A giant float from the July Yamakasa festival is on display / Walking distance from Canal City and Nakasu
2. Tochoji Temple (東長寺)
Best time: Morning · Admission: Grounds free · Great Buddha paid — Home to one of Japan's largest seated wooden Buddhas / Walkable from Hakata Station
3. CANAL CITY HAKATA (キャナルシティ博多)
Canal City Hakata is a large shopping and entertainment complex in Fukuoka, Japan. Wikipedia
Best time: Afternoon to evening · Admission: Free to browse — Fountain shows on the hour (light shows at night) / Ramen Stadium gathers ramen shops from around Japan
4. Food Stalls (Yatai) (中洲屋台)
Best time: After 7 pm · Admission: Varies by stall — Most seat only 8–10 — have a dish or two, then move on / Many stay closed in bad weather; bring cash

1. Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine (太宰府天満宮) Wikipedia
Best time: Morning · Admission: Free — Try umegae-mochi rice cakes on the approach / About 40 minutes from Tenjin on the Nishitetsu line — half a day
2. Ohori Park (大濠公園)
Best time: Morning or sunset · Admission: Free (Japanese garden paid) — A 2 km path around the lake, popular with morning walkers / Right next to the Fukuoka Castle ruins
3. Fukuoka Castle Ruins (福岡城跡)
Best time: Morning · Admission: Free — Climb the old keep base for a city view / A cherry-blossom spot with evening lights in spring
4. Momochi Seaside Park (シーサイドももち海浜公園) Wikipedia
Best time: Sunset · Admission: Free — Sunset photos with the over-water Marizon building / Right in front of Fukuoka Tower
5. Fukuoka Tower (福岡タワー)
Fukuoka Tower is a 234-metre (768 ft) tall tower located in the Momochihama area of Fukuoka, Japan. Wikipedia
Best time: Sunset to night · Admission: Paid (observation deck) — Best at sunset with the city and Hakata Bay together / The tower's lights change with the seasons

These courses are compiled from public sources. Hours, prices, and closing days can change — check official info before you go.