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Fukuoka Landmarks and Fukuoka Monuments
(Fukuoka, Kyushu, Japan, JP)



The city of Fukuoka boasts a number of religious and historically important landmarks and monuments.

All are open to the public, each helping to demonstrate the history and culture of not only Fukuoka, but also Japan as a whole.

Popular sights include Fukuoka Castle, the Hakozaki Shrine and a number of temples. The city's main landmarks are detailed below.




Fukuoka Landmarks and Monuments: Fukuoka Castle - City Centre, Fukuoka City, 810-0043, Japan, JP
The city's castle is actually in ruins, but it is still very popular with tourists from around the world. Dating back to the beginning of the 17th century, Fukuoka Castle was designed and built by a feudal lord in ancient times and boasted 47 turrets of various sizes. Today, just two gates and some of the original wall remain.
Fukuoka landmark open: daily - 09:00 to 17:00, seasonal variations
Fukuoka landmark admission: charge

Fukuoka Landmarks and Monuments: Hakozaki Shrine - 1-22-1 Hakozaki, Higashi-ku, Fukuoka City, 812-0053, Japan, JP
Tel: +81 092 641 7431
This remarkable structure is one of just three separate Japanese shrines dedicated to Japan's Emperor-divinity Hachiman. The Hakozaki Shrine has been a place of worship in Fukuoka since 921 AD and houses a number of important cultural relics. The plaque above the Tower Gate is believed to have been written by the emperor Kameyama, at the time of the Mongol invasions.
Fukuoka landmark open: daily - 24 hours
Fukuoka landmark admission: no charge

Fukuoka Landmarks and Monuments: Shofukuji Temple - 6-1 Gokusho-machi, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka City, 812-0037, Japan, JP
Tel: +81 092 725 9100
Japan's first Zen temple, the Shofukuji Temple was constructed by Eisai, the father of Japanese Zen and tea, in 1195. The remains of two other historical temples, Jotenji and Tochoji, can be found in the surrounding grounds.
Fukuoka landmark open: daily - 24 hours
Fukuoka landmark admission: no charge

Fukuoka Landmarks and Monuments: Fukuhaku Deai Bridge - Chuo Park, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City, 810-0001, Japan, JP
The Fukuhaku Deai Bridge is full of people enjoying lunch breaks and relaxing in the sun during the day, but come night, this short pedestrian bridge truly comes alive. Crossing the River Naka, amateur musicians can often be seen performing on the bridge along with other street performers and artists. Food stalls offer local delights and views across the river can be enjoyed.
Fukuoka landmark open: daily - 24 hours
Fukuoka landmark admission: free

Fukuoka Landmarks and Monuments: Tochoji Temple - Gokusho-machi 2-4, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka City, 812-0037, Japan, JP
Tel: +81 092 291 4459
The Tochoji Temple is the oldest surviving temple in Fukuoka, dating back to 806 AD. It was founded by the scholar Taishi Kobo and boasts an 11-metre / 36-foot daibutsu (Buddha statue), as well as Kannon statues, the tombstones of the lords of the Kuroda clan, a 1,000 handed statue of the goddess of mercy, and calligraphy by Kobo himself.
Fukuoka landmark open: daily - 09:00 to 18:00
Fukuoka landmark admission: no charge

 
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