Things to do in Chuo, Fukuoka

The remains of a once-formidable fortress, with panoramic views from the top that are especially striking in cherry blossom season. Interpretive signs explain the castle's history and its role in the region.

"The remains of a once-formidable fortress, with panoramic views from the top that are especially str"

A large park in the heart of Fukuoka with a picturesque pond, walking paths and paddle-boat rentals. It also has a traditional Japanese garden and hosts events throughout the year.

"A large park in the heart of Fukuoka with a picturesque pond, walking paths and paddle-boat rentals."

A Fukuoka specialty coffee shop where the hosts bought beans to take home.

"A Fukuoka specialty coffee shop where the hosts bought beans to take home."

A Fukuoka specialty coffee shop whose beans the hosts brought home.

"A Fukuoka specialty coffee shop whose beans the hosts brought home."

A Fukuoka coffee roaster that supplies beans to other local cafes. The hosts found its stand in a department store and note it gives a free coffee with every 200 g bean purchase.

"A Fukuoka coffee roaster that supplies beans to other local cafes. The hosts found its stand in a de"

The store of the Fukuoka stationery and lifestyle brand Hightide, selling stickers, storage containers, tapes and travel goods. The hosts found it smaller than the Tokyo shop.

"The store of the Fukuoka stationery and lifestyle brand Hightide, selling stickers, storage containe"

A bustling food market with fresh seafood, local produce and traditional snacks such as grilled fish and mochi. Vendors also sell souvenirs and local crafts.

"A bustling food market with fresh seafood, local produce and traditional snacks such as grilled fish"

The park that contains the Fukuoka Castle ruins.

"The park that contains the Fukuoka Castle ruins."