Dazaifu太宰府
A shrine to Sugawara no Michizane, revered as the god of learning. Known for plum blossoms in early spring and grilled umegae-mochi cakes.
- Temples, shrines & churches
- History & buildings
- Food & markets
- about 1.5 hr
- Free
- Wheelchair & stroller friendly
Bus · About 50 min from Hakata ・ About 40 minutes by direct bus from Hakata Bus Terminal, or about 30 minutes by Nishitetsu train from Tenjin
Fukuoka and Hakata guide
Kyushu's largest city, a few minutes by subway from its airport. Hakata's temples and shrines, food stalls by the river, shopping in Tenjin, and Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine a short train ride away.
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Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine
A shrine to Sugawara no Michizane, revered as the god of learning. Known for plum blossoms in early spring and grilled umegae-mochi cakes.
- Temples, shrines & churches
- History & buildings
- Food & markets
about 1.5 hrFreeWheelchair & stroller friendly
Bus · About 50 min from Hakata ・ About 40 minutes by direct bus from Hakata Bus Terminal, or about 30 minutes by Nishitetsu train from Tenjin ・ 400m from here
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Kushida Shrine
The guardian shrine of Hakata. A towering decorated float from the summer Hakata Gion Yamakasa festival is on display almost all year.
- Temples, shrines & churches
- History & buildings
about 30 minFree
Walk · About 15 min from Hakata ・ 14km from here
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Canal City Hakata
A shopping and entertainment complex built around a canal, with shops, cinemas, a theater and hotels. There are fountain shows.
- Shopping & strolling
- Food & markets
- With kids
about 1.5 hrFreeFine on a rainy dayWheelchair & stroller friendly
Walk · About 12 min from Hakata ・ 14km from here
- 6
Fukuoka Castle Ruins (Maizuru Park)
Castle ruins with stone walls and turrets. The base of the keep gives a view over the city. Known for cherry blossoms in spring.
- History & buildings
- Views
- Nature
about 60 minFree
Subway · About 20 min from Hakata ・ Subway Airport Line to Akasaka or Ohori-Koen Station, then about 8 minutes on foot ・ 16km from here
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- Coin lockers and baggage storage
- Elevators available (the route may be longer)
- Typical transfer time: about 4 min
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- Go hereKyushu National MuseumAbout 10 min on foot
A museum reached by a moving-walkway tunnel from beside Dazaifu Tenmangu. It shows the history of exchange between Japan and Asia.
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