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Things to see in Fukuoka (Japan): 115 places and when to go

Fukuoka is a major city in Japan with around 2,792,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 115 places in and around it, mainly Nature (44), Mountains (37), Temples (24). The best known are Fukuoka Tower, Kyushu National Museum and Dazaifu Tenmangū. The best time to come is February to May and October to November; also possible: December to January and June to September. In June there are 14 h 13 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 47. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.

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In a nutshell

Where
Japan · 33.597, 130.4081
Population
About 2,792,000
Places
115 places on this site, in the town and around it.
What people come for
Nature (44) · Mountains (37) · Temples (24) · History (20) · Museums and art (12) · Hot springs (7)
Best time
February to May and October to November.
Also possible
December to January and June to September.
Nearest airport
FUK Fukuoka, 4.2 km as the crow flies
Highest point
Mount Sefuri, at 1,055 m.

What to see in Fukuoka

The places in and around Fukuoka, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.

And the other 91, by what you come to do:

When to go to Fukuoka

The best time to visit Fukuoka is February to May and October to November; also possible: December to January and June to September. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.

  1. JanPossible10:00
  2. FebBest time10:48
  3. MarBest time11:45
  4. AprBest time12:51
  5. MayBest time13:44
  6. JunPossible14:13
  7. JulPossible14:01
  8. AugPossible13:15
  9. SepPossible12:12
  10. OctBest time11:08
  11. NovBest time10:13
  12. DecPossible9:47

Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight

In June there are 14 h 13 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 47. In April, 113 of the 115 places are at their best.

When to go to Japan in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.

Getting to Fukuoka

The nearest main airport is Fukuoka Airport (FUK, Fukuoka), 4.2 km as the crow flies. How to get around Japan (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.

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Other towns nearby

And all of Japan, in its country guide.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to see in Fukuoka?

The best known: Fukuoka Tower, Kyushu National Museum, Dazaifu Tenmangū, Yoshinogari site, Fukuoka Mosque. In all, 115 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.

When is the best time to visit Fukuoka?

February to May and October to November; also possible: December to January and June to September. In June there are 14 h 13 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 47.

How do you get to Fukuoka?

The nearest main airport is Fukuoka Airport (FUK), 4.2 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.

How do I add it to my trip?

Create a trip with Fukuoka as the destination and these 115 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.

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Data from OpenStreetMap, licensed under the ODbL, from Wikidata, CC0, cities from Natural Earth and airports from OurAirports. Daylight hours are calculated from the latitude. More in credits.