Things to do in Nakasu, Fukuoka

Open-air food stalls along the Naka River serving grilled yakitori and oden under the neon glow of riverside billboards, with crowds of strangers eating shoulder to shoulder. Arrive around 6pm because the stalls are usually full by 6:30, though a stroll along the river is worthwhile even without a seat.

"Open-air food stalls along the Naka River serving grilled yakitori and oden under the neon glow of r"

A 30-minute boat cruise on the rivers around Nakasu in central Fukuoka. It costs about 1,000 yen.

"A 30-minute boat cruise on the rivers around Nakasu in central Fukuoka. It costs about 1,000 yen."

Fukuoka's main nightlife district, with Japanese pubs, bars, nightclubs and illuminated streets. It also has street food stalls, restaurants and live music late into the night.

"Fukuoka's main nightlife district, with Japanese pubs, bars, nightclubs and illuminated streets. It "