Ohori Park: a haven of nature and peace in central Fukuoka
A favourite spot for locals, Ohori Park is a scenic spot to escape from the busy city.
A favourite spot for locals, Ohori Park is a scenic spot to escape from the busy city.
Built in 1607, Fukuoka Castle is also known as Seki Castle, and because of its historical significance it has been declared a historic site.
Thanks to developments in 2011, the area in and surrounding Hakata Station has become a vibrant spot for shopping and dining.
A favourite sweet among locals and tourists alike, Hakata Torimon combines Western and Japanese flavours to make a delicious treat.
The stylish and fun area of central Fukuoka, Tenjin, has several large shopping malls all within walking distance of each other.
The Kamikawabata Shopping Arcade, with over 100 shops and restaurants, was opened in 1971 and is about 400 metres long.
Jotenji temple in Fukuoka offers visitors a dose of peace and tranquility in the midst of one of the most crowded areas of the city.
Kushida Shrine is one of Fukuoka’s most well-known historical sites and a place where visitors come to pray for long life and success in business.
Tsukushi mochi is a popular souvenir from Fukuoka that combines some of the best ingredients in Japanese sweets to create an irresistible treat.
Murahachi is a great restaurant to dine at, with plenty to offer in terms of western and Japanese food, and a wide selection of drinks.
One of Fukuoka’s most famous foods, mentaiko is marinated cod roe. The variety known as karashi mentaiko – or spicy mentaiko – is a speciality of Hakata.
Yokan is a traditional Japanese sweet made from red bean paste, with a smooth texture and shaped into cubes.
Sazanka no Yu is one of Saga’s lesser known hot springs. Set in a beautiful and quiet location, it is the perfect spot for a relaxing day out.
Japan has no shortage of beautiful cafes and cakes. In Saga City, Musenkan – a small cafe with a variety of desserts, teas and light meals.
Famous for Arita porcelain (Arita yaki), Arita also much more for those who want experience nature, a few cultural activities or sightseeing.
Nature lovers will not want to miss this. Every winter from around October to March, the countryside of Izumi is home to around 10,000 cranes from as far away as Lake Baikal in Russia.
Invented in the town of Dazaifu, Umegae Mochi is a kind of sweet dumpling filled with red bean paste and wrapped in mochi – rice cake.
One of Saga’s most famous sites, Yoshinogari Historical Park is the site of an ancient village taking you back through the era’s.
Saga’s hot air balloon festival, “Saga International Balloon Fiesta,” is sure to delight with lights and airborne spectacle.
Sadly known for a tragedy in the past, today Minamata is one of Japan’s most peaceful, beautiful and eco-friendly seaside retreats.
With its small town atmosphere Karatsu, on the coast of Saga prefecture on the coast city is a hidden gem with many beautiful sites and spectacular events.
Ogi famous for Ogi Youkan, a sweet bean paste, features quiet and has some beautiful sights with Ogi Park and its cherry blossoms as one of the finest.
The Fukuoka underground, established in 1981 with just three lines making it one of the easiest underground systems to use in Japan.
As Kyushu’s biggest city, Fukuoka, offers plenty of shopping areas with traditional and modern sights making it grow in popularity as a tourist destination.