Audio Guide of Nanzoin Temple

Most attractions in Fukuoka, such as Ohori Park or Hakozaki Shrine, are open from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. To get there, use the subway to stations such as Ohori Koen (Airport Line) or Hakozaki-Miyamae (Hakozaki Line). Check specific hours at the Fukuoka Tourism Office.

Many places such as Ohori Park, Momochi Seaside Park, or Shinto shrines are free. Attractions such as the Fukuoka Asian Art Museum cost ¥300 for adults. We recommend checking updated prices at the Kyushu Museum Association.

For a complete experience, allow 2 to 3 days: half a day for Ohori Park and the art museum, one day for Dazaifu Tenmangu, and another for Hakata Old Town and shopping at Canal City. Don’t forget to enjoy street-side ramen stalls at night!

Fukuoka was Japan’s first trading port with mainland Asia in the 7th century. Tea ceremony traditions and Buddhist techniques developed here. Hakozaki Shrine, founded in 923 AD, preserves imperial relics. Discover more at Dazaifu Tenmangu.

Spring, from March to May, is ideal for cherry blossoms in Nishi Park and Ohori Park, while autumn, from September to November, offers mild temperatures of 18 to 22°C. Avoid June and July because of the rainy season, and August because temperatures can reach 35°C with high humidity. The Hakata Gion Yamakasa festival in July is a highlight but very crowded.

Yes, the subway has elevators and ramps. Attractions such as ACROS Fukuoka and the art museum offer free wheelchairs. Check accessible routes in the Japan Accessibility Guide or call +81 92-733-5050, the tourism office.

Thirty minutes by train: Dazaifu Tenmangu, the shrine of the patron saint of students. One hour away: the ruins of Fukuoka Castle. For a full-day trip, visit Nagasaki, 2.5 hours by train, or relax in the hot springs of Beppu, 2 hours away. Interactive map at Welcome Kyushu.

1) Wear comfortable shoes for walking through parks and temples. 2) Get a Spanish audio guide at iaudioguia.com with themed historical routes. 3) Try mentaiko, spicy cod roe, at Yanagibashi Market. Bring cash for street stalls!