Things to Do in Fukuoka, Fukuoka, Japan

In recent years, visitors to Japan have been increasingly looking to venture beyond the usual mega-cities of Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto. One city that has been progressively attracting international arrival is Fukuoka. The city is the gateway to Kyushu (Japan’s third largest island) and its most populous city. Join us, while we show you the Top Things to do in Fukuoka!

Located in the heart of Fukuoka city, this Shinto shrine was built in 757. It hosts the largest annual religious festival in the city, Hakata Gion Yamakasa.

Within a short walking distance from Kushida Shrine, the small inland island of Nakasu is home to one of the most recognisable icons of Fukuoka, open-air food stands.

“Yatai” refers to food stands, while “Yokocho” refers to alleyways. Nakasu Yatai Yokocho (Food Stalls Street) is the most popular yatai in Fukuoka and is open on most days from 6pm till late. There are several food stands along the alleyway, each typically able to squeeze in 8-10 sitting diners at a time. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).