In today’s Japan Travel Guide we’re spending 1 day in Fukuoka, Japan’s best city break! The capital of Japan’s southern island Kyushu, Fukuoka is considered one of the most exciting cities in Japan and is famous for its Tonkotsu ramen, nightlife, relaxed vibe and more! We take you on the perfect 1 day itinerary, packed full of the must see and do activities in Fukuoka!
Known as Japan’s ramen capital, Fukuoka is famous for its food! From specialty sushi to Hakata Tonkotsu Ramen and it’s special traditional Yatai Food culture! Fukuoka is great place to explore some of Japan’s traditional culture, with plenty of stunning ancient temples and shrines to enjoy.
Fukuoka Travel Guide:
Here are some of our best recommendations for things to see and do in Fukuoka!
– HAKATA STATION : Shinkansen station with many restaurants and shops
– HAKATA OLD TOWN : Perfect place to see many beautiful temples and shrines
– NANZOIN TEMPLE : Great Reclining Buddha, the largest bronze Buddha statue!
– CANAL CITY : Shopping area perfect for a rainy day
– EAT HAKATA RAMEN : Tonkotsu (pork bone) ramen
– OHORIKOEN (Ohori Park) : Extensive park with a large lake, particularly good in Sakura season
– MOMOCHI SEASIDE PARK : A beautiful 1km stretch of beach on the west side of Fukuoka
– FUKUOKA TOWER : The best view of Fukuoka city and Hakata Bay
– EXPERIENCE YATAI DINING CULTURE : Yatai are small outdoor dining places, a great authentic Japanese experience
00:00 Intro & Hakata Station
00:30 Hakata Old Town
01:01 Shofukuji Temple
01:54 Tochoji Temple
03:43 Nanzoin Temple & Buddha
06:49 Canal City
07:38 Hakata Ramen
09:27 Ohori Park
11:00 Momochi Beach
13:00 Fukuoka Tower
15:06 Yatai Dining
16:06 Outro
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