Fukuoka travel guides

Plan your trip with our Hakata Gion Yamakasa 2026 guide. Includes the full July schedule, best Oiyama race viewing spots, and 4:59 AM logistics for Fukuoka.

Get from Fukuoka Airport to Hakata in 5 minutes by subway (¥260). This 2026 guide compares subway, Nishitetsu airport bus, and taxi transfers with current prices and terminal tips.

From the free Fukuoka City Museum to Yayoi Kusama's Pumpkin at Fukuoka Asian Art Museum (¥200 entry), Fukuoka has a surprisingly rich art scene. 12 galleries and museums with admission prices, opening hours and insider tips.

The complete 2026 guide to Fukuoka yatai street food stalls — specific stall names, dish prices (800-1,500 yen), etiquette rules, best districts, and what to order from Hakata ramen to mentai tamagoyaki.

Discover the best free annual events in Fukuoka City. Save money while enjoying Hakata Dontaku and Yamakasa with our expert 2026 budget guide.

The Fukuoka basho runs November 8–22, 2026 at Fukuoka Kokusai Center. Tickets went on sale on Ticket Oosumo on September 19 and are now sold out for every day, with no same-day tickets. Chair seats ¥2,000–¥6,000, box seats (4 people) ¥32,000–¥56,000.

Discover the top traditional Fukuoka autumn festivals including Hojoya and Hakata Okunchi. Plan your 2026 cultural trip with our expert guide and tips.

Discover the ultimate 24-hour Fukuoka cultural heritage itinerary. Explore Hakata's ancient temples, traditional crafts, castle ruins, and the iconic Nakasu food stalls.

Learn how to book a Yanagawa river cruise day trip from Fukuoka. Includes train directions, booking platforms, unagi restaurant picks, and winter tips.

Fukuoka sakura peaks late March to early April 2026. Nishi Park has 1,300 trees and is free to enter. This guide covers bloom forecasts, best viewing spots, and Fukuoka's full spring festival calendar.

The complete 2026 guide to Fukuoka public transport: subway lines, bus routes, IC cards, day passes with prices, and step-by-step directions to every major attraction.

Plan your Fukuoka itinerary across 5 days with a day-by-day schedule covering historic landmarks, local food scenes, and nature escapes — plus timing, transport, and budget tips.