9 Temples & Shrines Hakozaki Shrine in Fukuoka Haruka Saijo Visit Fukuoka's Hakozaki Shrine, one of the three greatest Hachiman Shrines in Japan.
Culture Rakusui-en Perri Silverstein Just 12 minutes from Hakata Station is Rakusui-en Japanese garden and tea ceremony room. Take a shopping break and find yourself..
10 Gardens & Parks Fukuoka City Botanical Garden Elizabeth Wormald A photo essay on Fukuoka's garden paradise
Culture Kyushu Superlatives Lisa Wallin Although Kyushu is often overlooked by tourists visiting Honshu, it has a lot to offer with its abundant natural sights and deep..
Culture Mojiko Retro Nightscape Jaime Wong Gorgeous night views of Mojiko Retro from atop the observatory
Culture Hanami at the Fukuoka Castle Ruins Tristan Scholze Maizuru Park in downtown Fukuoka has the best cherry blossom displays at the castle ruins. Have a hanami picnic under the flow..
Culture Takatori Pottery Festival 2026 Late Apr If you'd like to explore Takatori ware for yourself, a great way to do that is at the annual Takatori Pottery Festival, which..
10 Culture Fukuoka's Gokoku Shrine Anonymous Gokoku Shrine in Fukuoka has a torii gate measuring up to thirteen metres in height.