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   Fukuoka (Japanese: 福岡市, Fukuoka-shi, [ɸɯ̥kɯokaꜜɕi] ⓘ) is the sixth-largest city in Japan and the capital city of Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan. The city is built along the shores of Hakata Bay , and has been a center of international commerce since ancient times.

2. en.japantravel.com › fukuokaFukuoka Guide: Things to do in Fukuoka - Japan Travel

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   Fukuoka is the southern metropolis of Japan and the gateway to Kyushu Island. Explore its culture, food, nightlife, events, attractions and more with Japan Travel's comprehensive guide.

3. www.japan-guide.com › e › e2161Fukuoka Travel Guide - What to do in Fukuoka City

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   Fukuoka is a vibrant harbor city with a rich history and culture. Explore its attractions, festivals, side trips, hotels and more in this comprehensive guide.

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   What is Fukuoka famous for?

   • Fukuoka may not be as large as Tokyo and Osaka, or dazzling with as many lights, but I've had many more memorable times in Fukuoka's downtown area, Tenjin. Tenjin is located in the C.. Kitakyushu is the northernmost city on Japan’s Kyushu Island. Kokura Castle is surrounded by Katsuyama Park, known for its spring cherry blossoms.

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   Where is Fukuoka located?

   • Fukuoka is bordered on three sides by mountains, surrounds Hakata Bay and opens on the north to the Genkai Sea. It is located 1,100 km (684 mi) from Tokyo. The nearest overseas region is Busan Metropolitan City in Gyeongsang-do, South Korea, and the distance from Busan is about 180 km (112 miles). Fukuoka and Busan are sister cities.

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   When did Fukuoka become a city?

   • The city was designated by government ordinance on April 1, 1972. Greater Fukuoka, with a population of 2.5 million people (2005 census), is part of the heavily industrialized Fukuoka–Kitakyushu zone. As of 2015, Fukuoka is Japan's sixth largest city, having passed the population of Kobe.

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   Is Fukuoka a real town?

   • It's made up of two former towns: the castle town of Fukuoka on the west bank of the Naka-gawa and the merchant town of Hakata on the east bank. Although the two towns merged in 1889 as Fukuoka, the name Hakata is still widely in use (for instance, it's Fukuoka Airport but Hakata Station) and a cultural touchpoint. Experience the real Fukuoka.

   Fukuoka travel - Lonely Planet | Japan, Asia

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5. www.lonelyplanet.com › articles › top-things-to-doTop things to do Fukuoka, Japan - Lonely Planet

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   • Join the nightly dinner party at the city’s yatai street food stalls. Nowhere can you experience Fukuoka’s incredible food culture more than when sitting down at a yatai.
   • Bask in yesteryear on Hakata Kawabata-dōri shopping street. Hakata Kawabata-dōri is a lively shopping arcade of more than 100 local stores, from clothing and local wares to fresh produce and restaurants.
   • Honor the deity of learning and culture at the Dazaifu Tenman-gū Shrine. Enveloped in 1100 years of history, Dazaifu Tenman-gū is dedicated to the ninth-century scholar Sugawara Michizane, who is enshrined here as Tenjin: the Shinto deity of learning, culture and the arts.
   • Check out the city from Fukuoka Tower and other viewpoints. Head up the 234m-tall (768ft) Fukuoka Tower, the tallest seaside tower in Japan, for unimpeded panoramic views of the city, sea and mountains.

6. gofukuoka.jpFUKUOKA CITY Official Tourist Guide

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   Discover Fukuoka, a leading tourist city in Japan, with its rich food culture, vibrant art scene, historic attractions, and natural beauty. Find out about the latest events, festivals, and trip ideas for your visit to Fukuoka.

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7. www.lonelyplanet.com › japan › kyushuFukuoka travel - Lonely Planet | Japan, Asia

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   Discover Fukuoka, Kyūshū's largest city and Japan's eighth-largest population centre, with its rich history, culture and cuisine. Explore attractions, activities, articles and guidebooks from Lonely Planet, the world's leading travel media company.

8. www.nytimes.com › 2023/08/21 › travelExploring Fukuoka, Japan’s ‘Gateway to Asia’ - The New York Times

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   Aug 21, 2023 · In Japan’s ‘Gateway to Asia’: Street Food, Night Life and a Thriving Arts Scene. Fukuoka, known for its outdoor food stalls, is a popular destination for Japanese tourists. Now it’s ...