Fukuoka: Getting there and around

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The one way ride between Hiroshima and Fukuoka's Hakata Station by JR Sanyo Shinkansen takes about one hour, costs around 9000 yen and is covered by the JR Sanyo Sanin Pass and JR Hiroshima Yamaguchi Area Pass. The Japan Rail Pass is valid on Sakura and Kodama trains, but a supplement fee has to be paid on Nozomi and Mizuho trains. Note that International tourists can buy discounted one-way tickets for only 6300 yen.

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Several companies, including Willer, operate multiple daytime highway buses and one overnight bus between Hiroshima and Fukuoka. The one way ride takes about 4.5 hours and costs 2500-4250 yen depending on the company and date of travel. Willer buses can be reserved on the Willer website.

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Above fees and schedules are subject to change. Be sure to check current yen exchange rates.

Fukuoka is served by Japan Railways (JR), Nishitetsu Railways, three subway lines and a bus network. The city's main station is Hakata Station with direct connections to Honshu and across Kyushu, including Nagasaki, Kumamoto and Kagoshima.

The local railway company Nishitetsu is useful for visiting Dazaifu. Nishitetsu trains depart from Tenjin Station (also known as Nishitetsu Fukuoka Station) in the central entertainment and shopping district of Tenjin. Most city buses in Fukuoka are also operated by Nishitetsu.

The subway connects Hakata Station, Tenjin Station and Fukuoka Airport with each other and provides access to many of the city's tourist attractions. Fukuoka Airport is one of Japan's most centrally located airports, only a five minute subway ride from Hakata Station.

Prepaid cards
Prepaid cards provide no savings over regular tickets, but can be more convenient to use. There are three prepaid cards in Fukuoka: Sugoca (by JR Kyushu), Nimoca (by Nishitetsu Railways) and Hayakaken (by Fukuoka Subways), but all of them can be used on all trains, subways and buses in the greater Fukuoka region. Seven other IC cards from other major cities of Japan, including Suica, can also be used. The cards can be purchased through ticket machines at all railway and subway stations.
1-Day Subway Pass (640 yen)
Unlimited use of Fukuoka's subway lines on one calendar day. The ticket costs 640 yen and is sold through vending machines at all subway stations.
Fukuoka Tourist City Pass (2500 or 2800 yen)
This pass for exclusive use by foreign tourists is valid on one calendar day on virtually all trains and buses in Fukuoka, including the subway, JR and Nishitetsu. In addition, it provides discounted admission to some tourist sights. Since its massive price increase, the pass is very difficult to pay off, and most people will travel more cheaply by paying regular fares with an IC card. A 2500 yen version of the pass is valid only within Fukuoka City, while a 2800 yen version also includes the Nishitetsu train to nearby Dazaifu. Sales locations include the tourist information desks at Hakata Station and Fukuoka Airport, and the ticket offices of the Hakata and Tenjin subway stations and bus terminals.
Fukuoka Wide Pass (3500 yen)
The Fukuoka Wide Pass is a digital ticket valid on two consecutive days on JR trains around Fukuoka Prefecture and as far as Shimonoseki and Karatsu across the prefectural borders. It does not cover shinkansen trains or the subways in Fukuoka. The pass is not convenient for getting around the city, but it can pay off for travelers making side trips out of the city.

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- With The Style Fukuoka
  Luxury
  
  Set in Fukuoka, 300 metres from Otowa Park, With The Style Fukuoka offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. Each accommodation at the 4-star hotel has pool views, and guests can enjoy access to a sauna and a hot tub. The accommodation provides room service, a 24-hour front desk and organising tours for guests. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a shower. At With The Style Fukuoka, all rooms include a seating area. The accommodation offers an American or Asian breakfast. Popular points of interest near With The Style Fukuoka include Higashisumiyoshi Park, Nakahie Park and Mizuho Park. Fukuoka Airport is 2 km from the property.
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- European House Reisen
  Budget-friendly
  
  Situated in Fukuoka, 500 metres from Reisen Park and 3.4 km from the centre, European House Reisen features air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a terrace. This 2-star aparthotel offers a lift and luggage storage space. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. The accommodation comes with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with walk-in shower, bidet and slippers, while the kitchen has a microwave, a fridge and a stovetop. Kitchenware and kettle are also offered. At the aparthotel, units have bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near the aparthotel include Hakata Traditional Craft and Design Museum, Ryugu-ji Temple and Hakatamachiya Furusatokan Museum. Fukuoka Airport is 4 km from the property.
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- Miyako Hotel Hakata
  Luxury
  
  Open from September 2019, only 150 metres from JR Hakata Train Station, Miyako Hotel Hakata offers stylish rooms with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. The famous Nanzoin Temple is a 30-minute train ride away. The air-conditioned rooms at Miyako Hotel Hakata come with pajamas and slippers. Guests can relax in the bathtub or enjoy videos on TV with Chromecast. Miyako Hotel Hakata is a 3-minute walk from the popular electronic megastore Yodobashi Hakata, and it is a 15-minute walk from Tocho-ji Temple. The Tenjin area is a 5-minute subway ride from nearby Hakata Station, and Fukuoka Airport is just a 5-minute subway ride away. Fukuoka Castle is 5.5 km away, and the lively Nakasu area is 2.5 km from the property. A bar and cafe lounge are also on site.
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- The Ritz-Carlton Fukuoka
  Luxury
  
  Featuring a fitness centre, a restaurant as well as a bar, The Ritz-Carlton Fukuoka is set in the centre of Fukuoka, 500 metres from Tenjin Station. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The accommodation features a concierge service, luggage storage space and currency exchange for guests. The hotel offers certain units with city views, and all rooms come with a coffee machine. A buffet breakfast is available at The Ritz-Carlton Fukuoka. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Fukuoka, like cycling. Popular points of interest near The Ritz-Carlton Fukuoka include The Shops, Iwataya and Solaria Stage. Fukuoka Airport is 5 km away.
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- Hotel Il Palazzo
  Luxury
  
  Just an 8-minute walk from Nakasu Kawabata Station, first project in Japan by internationally recognized Italian architect and designer, Aldo Rossi, �z�e�� C�� p��b�c�H features contemporary design and 2 dining options. The hotel offers rooms with free WiFi and a glass-encaged bathroom. The 24-hour reception at Il Palazzo makes guests enjoy a leisurely stay. Il Palazzo is a 5-minute stroll to downtown area Tenjin and a 10-minute walk to entertainment complex Canal City Hakata. Fukuoka Airport is a 20-minute drive away.
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- The Gate Hotel Fukuoka by Hulic
  Luxury
  
  The Gate Hotel Fukuoka by Hulic features a fitness centre, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Fukuoka. This 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage space and free WiFi. The property is 200 metres from Tenjin Station, and within 100 metres of the city centre. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. ? la carte and continental breakfast options are available at The Gate Hotel Fukuoka by Hulic. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Solaria Stage, The Shops and Iwataya. Fukuoka Airport is 5 km away.
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- Hotel Great Morning
  Luxury
  
  Conveniently located in the centre of Fukuoka, Hotel Great Morning offers continental breakfast and free WiFi throughout the property. This 4-star hotel offers a concierge service and luggage storage space. The property is non-smoking and is set 400 metres from Reisen Park. At the hotel, the rooms come with a desk. All rooms have a kettle and a private bathroom with a bidet and free toiletries, while some rooms also offer a kitchen fitted with a dishwasher. All guest rooms in Hotel Great Morning are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Tsunashiki Temman-gu Shrine, Hakata Traditional Craft and Design Museum and Kawabata Shopping Arcade. Fukuoka Airport is 4 km from the property.
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- Garden Terrace Fukuoka Hotels R Resorts
  Luxury
  
  Set in Fukuoka, 4.4 km from Fukuoka Tower, Garden Terrace Fukuoka Hotels R Resorts offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. All rooms are equipped with a balcony with views of the city. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a bidet. Garden Terrace Fukuoka Hotels R Resorts provides certain units with sea views, and each room comes with a kettle. The units feature a wardrobe. American and Asian breakfast options are available at the accommodation. Garden Terrace Fukuoka Hotels R Resorts offers 4-star accommodation with a sauna. Ohori Park is 6.1 km from the hotel, while Fukuoka Yahuoku! Dome is 6.5 km away. Fukuoka Airport is 15 km from the property.
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- THE BLOSSOM HAKATA Premier
  Luxury
  
  Ideally set in Fukuoka, THE BLOSSOM HAKATA Premier features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and private parking. Well located in the Hakata Ward district, this hotel offers a restaurant, as well as a sauna. Sugawara Shrine is less than 1 km away and Meiji Park is a 9-minute walk from the hotel. All rooms at the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a safety deposit box. All units will provide guests with a fridge. The breakfast offers buffet, American or Asian options. Non-stop advice is available at the reception, where staff speak English and Japanese. Popular points of interest near THE BLOSSOM HAKATA Premier include Fujita Park, Kushida Shrine and Hakata Gion Yamakasa. Fukuoka Airport is 4 km from the property.
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- Nishitetsu Hotel Croom Hakata Gion Kushida Shrine
  Luxury
  
  Conveniently located in the centre of Fukuoka, Nishitetsu Hotel Croom Hakata Gion Kushida Shrine offers air-conditioned rooms, a terrace, free WiFi and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel offers luggage storage space. Private parking is available on site. At the hotel, all rooms are equipped with a desk. All rooms include a kettle, while selected rooms also offer a kitchenette with a microwave. All guest rooms in Nishitetsu Hotel Croom Hakata Gion Kushida Shrine are fitted with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer. A buffet breakfast is available at the accommodation. Speaking English, Japanese and Korean, staff are willing to help at the 24-hour front desk. Popular points of interest near Nishitetsu Hotel Croom Hakata Gion Kushida Shrine include Kushida Shrine, Hakata Gion Yamakasa and Fujita Park. Fukuoka Airport is 4 km from the property.
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- Sushi Kubota
  Sushi
  
  Awarded One Star - High-level sushi at such an affordable price is a rare find. You can savor exquisite sushi crafted by a master chef who trained with the renowned Sushi Sho Group, one of Japan's leading sushi establishments. Based on the belief of "never sourcing out-of-season ingredients," only the finest seasonal ingredients are used.
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- Chisou Nakamura
  Japanese
  
  Awarded Two Stars - Experience Fukuoka's finest Japanese cuisine in an extraordinary space designed by a renowned architect from Kyoto. The dishes are prepared by Mr. Nakamura, who has trained at numerous prestigious restaurants. With previous experience working at a fishmonger, the chef's skill in handling seafood is truly exceptional.
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- Tempura Tenkou
  Tempura
  
  Awarded One Star - Famous as the first tempura restaurant in Fukuoka to receive a prestigious star, this well-regarded establishment is led by a head chef who trained at the long-standing tempura restaurant Ten-ichi, founded in 1930. His traditional, authentic tempura is widely loved.
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- Sushi Soejima
  Sushi
  
  Awarded One Star - A warm and welcoming sushi restaurant run by a friendly husband-and-wife team. Not only is their sushi, made with fresh fish from Kyushu, exceptional, but their small dishes are also highly praised. It's the perfect place to enjoy alongside a wide selection of Japanese sake.
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- RESTAURANT Hiramatsu Hakata
  French
  
  One of Fukuoka's premier grand maisons, this distinguished restaurant pursues the ultimate in flavor using the finest seasonal ingredients sourced from across the region, all prepared with traditional French culinary techniques. Guests are welcomed into an opulent space that beautifully expresses French culture, adorned with masterpieces of art, custom-made Baccarat chandeliers, and elegantly decorated vaulted ceilings.
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- Aji Takebayashi
  Japanese
  
  Awarded One Star - While rooted in traditional Japanese culinary techniques, this restaurant creates truly unique dishes through bold ideas and a flexible approach that incorporates elements of Western and Chinese cuisine. Great care is also given to the visual presentation, with beautifully balanced colors that delight the eyes as much as the palate - earning the restaurant a devoted following.
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- Nishimura
  Sushi
  
  This restaurant is led by a head chef who trained at the three-starred Sushi Sakai. Since its opening, it has attracted numerous Japanese foodies who were quick to savor its offerings. Demonstrating an exceptional commitment to quality, the chef personally visits not only markets in Fukuoka but also those in Tokyo every month to source ingredients.
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- Shirokane Nishida
  Japanese
  
  Awarded One Star - Founded by a chef who trained at numerous renowned Japanese restaurants before setting out on his own. He carefully selects top-quality ingredients from across Japan - not just Kyushu - and crafts them into refined course meals. The restaurant is beloved not only by local gourmets but also by many fans from overseas.
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- Nishimuraya
  Ramen
  
  A ramen restaurant produced by Michelin one-star chef Takahito Nishimura. Its signature dish, "Pork Creamy," is a masterpiece featuring a base of Japanese dashi and bouillon blended with several types of cheese, topped with green onions and char siu pork.
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- AIGNON
  French
  
  Awarded Bib Gourmand - Chef Futoshi Honda's cuisine, created under the concept of "French for men," has gained widespread popularity. In a relaxed yet refined atmosphere, guests can enjoy his one-of-a-kind, creative dishes paired with carefully selected wines.
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