[2025 Fukuoka Shopping Mall] Travel Guide for JR Hakata City (Updated Jun)

#圣诞好去处2024 Attraction: Fukuoka Hakata Station (presents CHRISTMAS MARKET in Hikari no Machi HAKATA) 💞Recommendation reason: Hakata Station is the representative station of Kyushu and Fukuoka City. It is also the largest station in Kyushu, with an average daily user population of more than 400,000 people. The station has two main entrances and exits, namely the Hakata Exit (on the conventional line side) and the Chikushi Exit (on the Shinkansen side). The station building is a comprehensive commercial facility called "JR HAKATA CITY". On the Hakata Exit side, there are department stores such as "Hakata Hankyu Department Store", "AMU PLAZA HAKATA", and "HANDS", and it leads to "KITTE HAKATA" and "Marui Department Store" (0101 Department Store). On the Chikushi Exit side, there are "DEITOS" and "AMU EST". So the station itself is a shopping mall. Every Christmas season, the square in front of Hakata Station (on the Hakata Exit side) is decorated with hundreds of thousands of shining lights. This year's Christmas theme is "PRAY FOR PIECE" and it will be held in the Light Street, Hakata. There are 4 Santa Claus decorations set up around the "Wish flower" in the center of the square to create a lively Christmas atmosphere. At the same time, the Christmas market is also opened. It becomes more beautiful as the night goes on, giving people a full Christmas atmosphere. This is the Christmas market that you cannot miss this year.

Located on the 11th floor (rooftop) of Amu Plaza, this park is open to the public for free. You can take the elevator connected to Hakata Station to reach it. There's also a Kuro Bear train, a popular Fukuoka character, that you can ride for 200 yen per person per ride. If you go up the external stairs connected to the rooftop garden, you'll find a great observation deck for taking photos. From here, you can get a panoramic view of Hakata city, making it a highly recommended spot. It's especially nice because it's close to Fukuoka Airport, allowing you to clearly see planes taking off and landing. 📌Hakata Station Rooftop Garden 🏷️Rooftop Garden, Photo Spot, Park 📍1 Hakataekichuogai, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, 812-0012 Japan

1) Tenjin Daimyo: Milky soft serve ice cream is highly recommended 2) Ooyama Motsunabe: It's cheaper if you eat it for lunch, especially Ranchi Beer 300 yen is the best 3) The most delicious simple Nagahama Ramen!! #Fukuoka #Fukuoka #FukuokaRestaurants

Second time spending Christmas in Japan🎄 The Christmas lights in Fukuoka this time are really beautiful💐 And there aren't too many people. You can take photos as much as you want There is also a Christmas market to visit on that day. So if you are tired of shopping, you can go eat and drink. . 📍JR Hakata Station Square (1-1, Hakata Station Central Street, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka City)

A hidden spot on the 9th floor of AMU Plaza Hakata that train lovers must see! If you walk down the path at the T-Joy Hakata movie theater, you will find a train viewing spot. There are benches where you can take a short break, and you can watch the trains from the large windows. Not only for train lovers, but also for those who are waiting for a movie, you can relax here 🙆🏻‍♀️ #Fukuoka Tourism #Hakata #Hidden Spot

Hakata Station is a must-visit for those traveling around Fukuoka. I visited this place on the first day of my trip. It is also the gathering place for group tour buses heading to Yufuin, Beppu, etc. Anyway, at first, it may feel so complicated that you can't tell where everything is.. but it is a place with a charm where oldness and sophistication intersect slightly..

A big problem when traveling is breakfast. It's hard to find in many places, but in #fukuoka it's very convenient. You have to start your trip at #Hakata Station, so we have #breakfast here. #Breakfast set at #longhudinning on B1 floor of #hakata Station... #Rice porridge is delicious. You can choose 3 side dishes. #Crispy fried tiny fish is very delicious. Served with tantanmen. Just the right amount of filling. I recommend this restaurant. It's not hard to find. #Travelingabroad #Breakfast #kyushu #japan #fukuoka

You can enjoy both cafe and meal. "DEAN & DELUCA AMU PLAZA HAKATA". The store sells a wide range of ingredients, from bread to food and prepared foods. In the cafe space, cakes are displayed. Lunch using ingredients from Fukuoka prefecture and alcohol events are also held, It's an exciting store that makes you want to step in. It's located in "AMU PLAZA", which is located underground from Hakata Station, so you can spend a quiet time there! #Fukuoka #Gourmet #FukuokaSweets #Cake #FukuokaTourism #FukuokaTrip #Hakata #HakataStation #QuintessaCampaign

🗺️🗺️ Travel Route Day 1: Marine World Uminonakamichi → Uminonakamichi Seaside Park → Miyajihama Beach 📍: Fukuoka Day 2: The Luigans Spa & Resort → Ichiran Ramen (Canal City Hakata) → Fukuoka City Museum of Art → Ohori Park → Men-Ya Issei → Age.3 HAKATA → Shokudo Hikari → JR Hakata City → Fukuoka Anpanman Children's Museum → Fukuoka Asian Art Museum → Super Sports Xebio Fukuoka Tenjin Branch Day 3: Kumamoto Castle → Luffy Statue → Sakura-no-Baba Josaien Day 4: The Blossom Kumamoto → Takachiho Gorge → Aso Volcano Museum → Aso Nakadake Crater → Kusasenri (Kusasenri Beach) → Daikanbo Day 5: Beppu Hells → Umi Jigoku → Kamado Jigoku → Chinoike Jigoku → Kyushu Natural Animal Park → Kijima Kogen Park → Beppu Rakutenchi Day 6: Beppu Suginoi Hotel → JR Yufuin Station → Comico Art Museum Yufuin → Yufuin Onsen → Kinrin Lake → Yufuin Street → Yufuin Floral Village → B-speak Day 7: The Blossom Hakata → Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine → KidZania Fukuoka → Kyushu National Museum → VS PARK WITH G LaLaport Fukuoka → Tenjin Chikagai 📍 Must-Visit Spots: **Marine World Uminonakamichi (Fukuoka):** [○] Perfect for a light getaway—summer water fun + sprawling park relaxation. **Kumamoto:** [○] A key transit hub with low urban density. Attractions are optional; ideal as a stopover. **Aso Volcano + Kusasenri:** [○] Worth half a day for hiking, unwinding, and enjoying set-meal beef + Aso milk ice cream—super chill. **Beppu:** [○] Home to the "Seven Hells" hot springs. Loved this laid-back city—great for leisurely city walks. Top recommendation: **Beppu Suginoi Hotel**, a natural hot spring family resort (the gold standard!). Massive and fun enough to spend a whole day without leaving. **Yufuin:** [○] Missed it this time, but it’s en route from Beppu to Fukuoka. A Ghibli-esque town where you can pet owls! **Final Highlight: Fukuoka Shopping!!!** Only allocated 1.5 days for shopping—**LaLaport is a must**. Great value for money (even with Shanghai currency 😉), fantastic experience, and super attentive staff. Don’t skip it! 💡 Extra Tips:

Families, there is a great home furnishings store hidden on the 7th floor of AMU shopping mall in Fukuoka Hakata Station! As soon as you walk into the store, you will be attracted by the wide variety of good things. There are various styles of lamps here, from warm and soft table lamps to uniquely shaped chandeliers, each of which can add a different atmosphere to the home. The tea set is even more refined, with fine porcelain and beautiful design, making it suitable for personal use or as a gift. There is also a rich selection of cushions and carpets, with various materials and patterns, which can easily meet the needs of different home styles. The dining table is also fully equipped with items to place on it, making the table instantly more stylish. Moreover, these products are versatile in style and of great quality, which shows the care that the store puts into selecting the products. Here, you can easily find small items that enhance your happiness in life. Whether you're looking for new lights for your home or some home decor items, this store is worth a visit. Next time you come to Hakata Station, don't forget to visit the 7th floor and find your own home furnishings~#福冈景点

Cheap and delicious! Enjoy your drinks with sushi made by a master craftsman with the utmost care! That's the concept of Sushi Bar Sashisu Hakata Myung Branch Reservations are not accepted, so you'll have to queue up! Salmon Zanmai 495 yen per portion Salmon, grilled salmon, mayonnaise salad Shrimp 7 1188 yen A fist-sized sushi topped with 7 plump red shrimp Green laver miso soup Dried squid tempura 495 yen Canned mackerel salad 539 yen Everything was delicious! 1-1 Hakataeki Chuo-gai, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka-shi, Fukuoka Prefecture Hakata Myung Myung Yokocho 11:00~22:00 #Spring 0 yen trip #Sushi #Hakata #Hakata gourmet #Hakata station gourmet #Sushi #Fukuoka gourmet

How about visiting Fukuoka this December? Hakata Station, ahead of Christmas, is full of sparkling trees. You should definitely take a commemorative photo with the largest tree among them! It's also fun to visit the Christmas market. #MarchTravelSupportEvent

#newyearnewtrip There is always something magical and special about Christmas and i love it especially when it is night fall, and every building and mall has got their christmas lights turn on. Hakata city in fukuoka is no exception and it is heartwarming to see their winter illumination during the christmas period. With dazzle of crystal diamond and gold lights, the whole place comes to live. You will be enchanted and bedazzled how this place becomes with all its pretty lights. Every turn and angle becomes a photo opportunity. Also, do not miss out on the christmas market there where you can get festive food, drinks and gifts. This place adds a romantic glow and warmth in our hearts, do visit it!

#福okaAttractions #2024 travel review The end of March and early April every year is the peak season for cherry blossoms in Japan, attracting a large number of tourists to enjoy the beauty of the blooming cherry blossoms. This time I will introduce you to a secret place to enjoy cherry blossoms in Fukuoka. There is no need to be forced by others, and the transportation is convenient and admission is free. This is the Tetsujinja Shrine⛩️ located on the top floor (rooftop level) of JR Hakata Station. It has subways and train stations, and has convenient transportation. It also has large shopping malls, supermarkets, department stores, food courts, etc. There is an observation deck on the rooftop here, where you can enjoy the scenery of Fukuoka. In addition to the choice of cherry blossom viewing during the day, cherry blossom viewing at night is another flavor under the special lighting. The Japanese have also thoughtfully added many light and shadow art installations that match the cherry blossom theme, making the entire cherry blossom viewing event more colorful.

#2024TravelReview I recently visited JR Hakata City in Fukuoka, which is not only a transportation hub, but also a vibrant shopping and food paradise! As soon as you enter the station, you will be attracted by the gorgeous architecture and a wide variety of shops. 🛍️ I visited many specialty stores here, selling everything from fashionable clothing to local specialty products. Especially in the food court, I tasted the authentic Hakata ramen. The rich soup and chewy noodles left me with an unforgettable memory! 🍜 In addition to shopping and food, the observation deck of JR Hakata City is also worth a visit. Standing on a high place and overlooking the beautiful scenery of the entire Fukuoka city, I feel particularly relaxed. 🌆 This trip to JR Hakata City not only allowed me to experience the prosperity of Fukuoka, but also left me with many wonderful memories. I look forward to exploring more surprises next time! ✨ #FukuokaTravel

Fukuoka City is the largest city in Kyushu and the sixth largest city in the country. The current city is actually the result of the merger of two earlier cities, Fukuoka Castle and the port city of Hakata, and as such, Fukuoka's main station is named Hakata Station. Hakata Station is served by the Sanyo Shinkansen and Kyushu Shinkansen lines, making it very convenient to travel to and from, with many Mizuho Shinkansen services connecting to both lines without the need to transfer JR Hakata City is located at the heart of the Kyushu railway network and is the largest station in Japan, Hakata Station. It houses a movie theater, AMU PLAZA with 230 stores including Tokyu Hands, and Hakata Hankyu, which is home to the latest fashion brands! The "Swallow Forest Plaza" on the roof is planted with flowers and trees, presenting a lush green landscape. #2024TravelReview

Hakata Station Square 1-1 Hakataeki Chuo-gai, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka-shi, Fukuoka November 16:45-23:00 (Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays only 12:00-) December 12:00-23:00 During my trip to Fukuoka, I stopped by the Christmas market held at Hakata Station, which I had been interested in. This seems to be an annual event that has been held for many years, and mugs are sold every year, and it is so popular that there are people who collect them every year. There are 30 stores, and you can enjoy various products and foods such as hot wine, swirling sausages, and snow globes. I bought the [Sanchan Yaki] and [Lollipop] that caught my eye. Both looked cute and tasted delicious. They apparently hold some kind of event on the weekend. It was a Sunday, and the emcee was livening things up. It was fun, and I felt that Christmas was approaching. #Fukuoka Tourism #Fukuoka Trip #Christmas #Christmas Market #Santa #Domestic Travel Record

#福冈旅行 This cafe☕️ is very popular. I have eaten here before in Taiwan. This time when I was in Fukuoka, I stopped by the "Afternoon Tea" cafe in JR Hakata City AMU PLAZA. They also have a special menu (seasonal desserts), and the menu items change frequently so that customers will not feel bored when they visit to dine, because the desserts are really delicious. This time I came just in the strawberry season. The pink dessert elements make people feel healed when they see it, not to mention the amazing and happy feeling when they put it in their mouths and taste it. The presentation of the dishes on the table is different from that of common dessert shops. This cafe uses rattan bamboo baskets to make customers feel like they are on a picnic, making the desserts look more delicious. This is a delicious dessert that you must not miss if you pass by! Overall, although it is a cafe that changes its menu frequently, the food is really delicious and makes people look forward to their new menu every time. If you see the Parkview series desserts, don’t hesitate to order them. We also recommend the combination of set meals, so you can taste a variety of delicious and exquisite desserts at once 🧁🍰🍪, and enjoy a more diverse taste. It is also a delicious dessert that is very suitable for sharing with many people! Address: 1-1 AMU PLAZA Hakata 6F, Hakata Station Central Street, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka City Business hours: 10:00~21:00

#OverseasFlightEvent #JapanTravel #FukuokaTravel It was my first trip to Japan, and I was so happy that I wondered why I put it off until now. The food suited my taste, and although I barely knew Japanese, I memorized simple things and had no major difficulties communicating. The only downside was that there were sooooooooooo many Koreans in Fukuoka that I couldn't tell if I was in Korea or Japan. Of course, this could be an advantage. After traveling to Fukuoka, I definitely want to go to Tokyo next time!

It was great experience two days trip to Fukuoka Japan and stayed in the famous city Hakata. Food was delicious Shin Shin have Tonkotsu Ramen which is famous fir Hakata definatily recomanded. There is Ohori Park which is breath taking sight. I travel solo but definatly go to park with your partner because he will have memories which you’ll not forget. Hakata is the center of Fukuoka. Train station only two stop dustance from Fukuoka Airport.

Very nice place suggested for people who want to travel from South Korea to Fukuoka Japan

#FukuokaSightseeing Railway Shrine⛩⁣ ⁣ I went to Hakata Station for the first time in a while, so I went to the Railway Shrine on the roof of AMU Plaza⁣ ⁣ Yabuuchi Satoshi's Seven Lucky Doji for Matchmaking is adorable. ⁣ The plum blossoms are beautiful this time of year. ⁣ You can get a goshuin at Sumiyoshi Shrine, about a 15-minute walk away. ⁣ You can see the whole of Fukuoka city, and the night view is beautiful. ⁣ ⁣ ⁣ 🗾1-1 Hakataeki Chuo-gai, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka-shi, Fukuoka Prefecture ⁣ 📍Railway Shrine (AMU Plaza Hakata rooftop)⁣ ⁣ #Fukuoka ⁣ #Hakata⁣ #Hakata Station⁣ #Tsubame no Mori Hiroba ⁣ #Railway Shrine⁣ #Yabuuchi Satoshi ⁣ #Seven Lucky Doji for Matchmaking⁣

A christmas tree at JR Hakata station in Fukuoka is decorated with various lights. It is quite tall, so beautiful and fantastic. Moreover, it can also change the light color. There are lots of people to take photos and celebrate for a new coming year at this christmas market. People look happy and feel relax, once they join this place. In my opinion, this place is suitable for counting down to the new and lucky year. #fukuoka #hakatastation #คริสต์มาส2022

Mentaiko right in the middle. You can enjoy this kind of hearty udon that is typical of Hakata at "Udon Soba Keijuta". It's located inside the "Hakata Station Shinkansen premises". You can eat it after passing through the Shinkansen ticket gates at Hakata Station before boarding the Shinkansen. It's like a "standing soba" on the station platform. "Mentaiko Udon" is 680 yen. "Hakata Specialty Motsu Udon" is also 680 yen😉 "Whole Mentaiko Gourmet" is a popular menu item in Fukuoka restaurants these days It has a strong impression of being expensive, but this one is easy on the wallet😊 A mentaiko menu that you can enjoy on the way back from a trip. It might be a hidden gem! #Hakata specialty #Hakata station #Mentaiko #Mentaiko gourmet #Fukuoka #Fukuoka gourmet #Hakata gourmet #fukuoka #udon #standing food #station gourmet #Shinkansen #tripmemory2022

Address: Hakata Station, Kuten Recommended points: Thickness and tenderness of beef tongue Average price: 2400

I went to a shop called Budou no Ki in Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture. I was tired from shopping so I took a break and had a glass of wine. I had ajillo and salted cheese, and sipped some red wine. It was delicious. When I got home I had a sweet craving, so I made a Frappuccino! #QuintessaCampaign