7 places curated from 11 travel vlogs — the more a spot gets mentioned, the higher it ranks
A boat captain poles the boat along Yanagawa's canals while telling you about the city's history. Vendors along the canal sell snacks and drinks, and the video calls it one of the most memorable experiences of the trip.
A 30-minute boat cruise on the rivers around Nakasu in central Fukuoka. It costs about 1,000 yen.
An aquarium showcasing the region's marine life, including dolphins, seals and colorful fish. It offers daily dolphin shows and interactive exhibits on marine ecosystems.
The Fukuoka brewery of Asahi beer, which the vlogger reached after taking the wrong bus. They only viewed it from outside.
A Nishitetsu restaurant train serving seasonal multi-course meals prepared on board by local chefs. Its charming decor, photo stop and immersive touches like ticket clipping make it a unique dining experience.
A 150-year-old Arita porcelain kiln offering workshop tours and a 90-minute ceramics treasure hunt where you fill a basket for 6,600 or 12,000 yen. Arrive before 2 p.m. to get the full time.
A mentaiko (spicy pollock roe) factory with a tour explaining how Fukuoka's signature food is made, plus a gift shop selling fresh, never-frozen mentaiko. Across from the shop is a restaurant with mentaiko dishes and an all-you-can-eat mentaiko buffet.