Fukuoka Series 3 of 4 Tsukushi no Kuni

You may think Fukuoka is just a gateway to Kyushu – this is just simply NOT the case!

Having played an important role of Japan’s history, you will be amazed to find rich culture and historical legacy in Fukuoka. Not to be missed is arguably some of the best food and shopping experience in Japan.

Fukuoka Model Course

 

Fukuoka Series 1 of 4 Tsukushi no Kuni PDF

Series #1Fukuoka, Yanagawa, Kurume 4 Nights 5 Days

DAY 1 Fukuoka, fun packed day with history, nature, shopping and food!

On arrival at JR Hakata City, head to Hakata Gion area. (6 minutes walk)
Following sites are must visits in this area, can easily be accessed by walking.

Tochouji Temple 東長寺: The temple has Japan’s largest wood carved buddha. (stay 40 minutes)
Those in Nara and Kamakura are made of metal alloy.

[5 minutes walk]
Hakata Machiya Furusato Kan 博多町家ふるさと館: Discover the life and culture of the locals. (stay 40 minutes)

[1 minute walk]
Kushida Shrine 櫛田神社: Guardian shrine of the Hakata People.
This is a starting point of Hakata Gion Yamakasa.
Yamakasa Float is on display all year around.

[3 minutes walk]
Canal City Hakata キャナルシティ博多 : Beautiful Canal in the middle of buildings.
Lunch break: Why not try famous Tonkotsu Ramen at Ramen Stadium in Canal City (stay 60 minutes)