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More to see in Fukuoka

Fukuoka is full of beautiful parks and gardens, modern entertainment and shopping centers, sports complexes and numerous nightclubs. The Ohori park enjoys great popularity among nature lovers; it is especially beautiful in spring and early summer. The park has a very scenic design; it is located along the waterfront and is a great place for walking and cycling. Excursions around the picturesque Nokonoshima Island, which is famous for its natural beauty, are held for tourists. Tourists with children like to relax in the Fukuoka Botanical Garden, as its territory is equipped with great playgrounds and recreation areas. The local Marine World aquarium is also great for families; every day it is visited by hundreds of guests eager to watch the spectacular dolphin show. Aquarium is located in the coastal zone, so many fun activities for guests are held on the beach. Among the inhabitants of the aquarium there are dolphins, friendly seals, hundreds of species of colorful fish and rare marine predators. Guests will appreciate the variety of entertainment venues and theaters in this lively city. The comfortable Movie Hall Cine-la is in special demand. Fans of noisy parties prefer the stylish nightclub You. There are many tourists among its visitors, so guests of the city would feel themselves comfortable. Shoppers are provided a huge choice of places to stay. Walking around the JR Hakata City Amu Plaza Hakata alone would take more than one day. The shopping and entertainment … Read further

Chapters of the guide to Fukuoka

Attractions and active leisure

Tourists with children like to relax in the Fukuoka Botanical Garden, as its territory is equipped with great playgrounds and recreation areas. The local Marine World aquarium is also great for families; every day it is visited by hundreds of guests eager to watch the spectacular dolphin show. Aquarium is located in the coastal zone, so many fun activities for guests are held on the beach. Among the inhabitants of … Open

Cuisine and top restaurants

National food may seem exotic for many travelers. Small street stalls, yatai, are especially popular among guests of Fukuoka. There buyers are offered the most simple and affordable treats. At street stalls you can try chicken kebabs, yakitori, popular among fans of Japanese cuisine, as well as mouth-watering Hakata ramen noodles served with meat broth. If you believe the opinion of seasoned travelers, the most … Open

Traditions and mentality of Fukuoka

Fukuoka never ceases to attract tourists who like to rest in large modern cities. It is a thriving metropolis, one of the ten largest and most densely populated cities in the country. Surprisingly, modern and rapidly developing city has managed to preserve the cultural heritage of past centuries. Many travelers arrive to the city at the beginning of May, when the Golden Week Festival is held in Fukuoka. It is a … Open

Travel guide to Fukuoka

The city is not without contemporary architectural monuments. Their largest concentration is found in the actively developing Momochi area. Here is the Fukuoka Tower - the highest skyscraper in the city, built in 1989. The height of the skyscraper is 234 meters. It is a popular tourist site with an excellent viewing platform at an altitude of 116 meters. All urban areas and sights can be seen from its top. In the … Open

Advices for travellers

2. Tipping in restaurants and hotels isn’t accepted. As a rule, service charge in dining places is included in the bill and rarely exceeds 10 % of the total. 3. Travelers aren’t recommended to rent a car, since the left-hand traffic is adopted in the city and it can be quite unusual for drivers from other countries. In addition, virtually all traffic signs are written by characters and mayn’t be … Open

Cultural excursion through Fukuoka - things to see

Despite the fact that Fukuoka doesn’t feature an abundance of historical monuments and cultural centers, excursion fans won’t get bored in the city. One of the major historical sites here is Fukuoka Castle Remains located on one of the highest hills. Powerful fortifications were built in the 17th century; modern travelers can see only a small part of surviving elements of the building. Next to ruins … Open

Top sigths of Japan

This is a magnificent country, a travel to which will leave many unforgettable memories. While describing numerous excursions and entertainment, it’s simply impossible to fail to mention Tokyo. In this wonderful city, shiny skyscrapers border with various museums, temples and memorials. Naturally, there are many modern entertainment complexes and parks in the capital of Japan. … Open

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