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Recommended Local Guide
Fukuoka's attractions include tonkotsu ramen, mizutaki, and motsunabe. But that's not all.
In fact, Fukuoka has the largest number of fish in Japan, the largest consumption of chicken, and the largest number of yakitori restaurants in Japan. Fukuoka is home to some of the best "everyday foods," both fish and meat.
Kiyokawa in Chuo-ku is where you can really taste such "normal" Fukuoka food. Away from the hustle and bustle of the tourist areas, this area is within walking distance of many famous restaurants frequented by locals and stores that will stimulate your senses.
It would be a shame to just stay here. Walk, eat, and feel as if you were living in the area. Add Fukuoka's "hilariously rich everyday life" to your travel memories.
Cafe & Morning
If you want to start your morning slowly
manucoffee roasters Kujira Store
10:00 – 19:00
A local favorite street-style cafe with three locations in Tenjin. The shops play HipHop, and they offer a wide selection of items perfect for souvenirs, including coffee beans and apparel. The cafe's name comes from the history that whales once migrated to this area.
REC COFFEE Yakuin Ekimae Store
Mon–Thu, Sun & holidays 10:00–22:00 / Fri, Sat & before holidays 10:00–24:00
Specialty coffee shop from Fukuoka. The selection of beans and the extensive food menu make it the perfect place to start your morning. For those who want to start the day in peace and quiet.
TAGSTÅ ESPRESSO STAND & GALLERY
Open daily 7:00 – 20:00
Espresso stand with art gallery. The combination of contemporary art and coffee is recommended for mornings when your senses are switched on.
Chaho Furyu Fukuoka JapanTea Studio
Thu–Sun 11:00–18:00 / Mon 11:00–17:00 & 18:00–22:00
With high class tea selections from around Japan, Furyu is the den of the tea master who can serve you a cup of tea with the art. By selecting the tea course, you can learn what is the proper way to brew teas by category.
Lunch & Dinner
A solid taste of the local area
Kaiboku Inari
Closed Sun & holidays / 11:00–15:00
Japanese restaurant that has been in business for 35 years specializes in take-out dashi inari. You will be surprised at the juicy fried tofu stewed in sweet sauce.
Aji fry center Omukosan
11:30–15:00 / 17:00–22:00
Fresh horse mackerels are carefully cut, deboned, and deep-fried to a fluffy perfection. Enjoy a set meal for a hearty meal or take out for a casual meal.
Yakitori Atarayo
Mon–Thu 18:00–01:00 / Fri–Sun 17:00–01:00
A stylish yakitori restaurant with glass walls. In addition to chicken sashimi and yakitori, the chilled green pepper wonder pepper is a must-try. Reservations recommended.
Niku ga Ichiban
11:00–15:00 / 17:30–23:00
If you want to try good quality meat at a reasonable price, this restaurant is a must-try. They have a wide variety of wagyu dishes which own casual but pure tastes.
Ramen Unari Kiyokawa
Closed Wed / 18:00–03:00
A popular restaurant with a unique and addictive soup of tonkotsu (pork bone) and seafood. It also offers a variety of different types of ramen, such as Genovese-style ramen, and is open even in the middle of the night.
Inaba Udon Watanabedori
Weekdays 11:00–22:30 / Sat, Sun & holidays 11:00–19:30
Soft udon noodles and gentle broth. You can find it anywhere, but here you will find a unique and "just right" bowl of udon noodles.
Pikamatsu
Closed Sun / 11:30–19:00
Fukuoka's Sara Udon is different from Nagasaki's in terms of preparation, noodles, and appearance. The "Hakata-style" Sara Udon is a dish similar to what is called "Chanpon" without soup.
Local Market
Local market full of fun. Let's shop the best quality materials.
Yanagibashi United Market (Kamaboko from Takamatsu)
Varies by vendor
Feel the vibrant Fukuoka food culture in this traditional market. Takamatsu's kamaboko are filling and plump. The freshly fried "fish rokke" are perfect for eating while walking around.
TABEGORO Hyakushunkan Watanabe-dori Honten
8:00–21:00
A professional supermarket run by Meidako "Fukuya". Fresh local vegetables, fish, and meat are available, and you can enjoy cooking for yourself or drinking in your room even when traveling. The kokumami miso squid is a white rice stealer!
HIGHTIDE STORE FUKUOKA
11:00–19:00
Directly managed by a stationery and sundry goods manufacturer from Fukuoka, Japan. A "stationery store where you can stay" with beer and coffee in the store. Perfect for recording your travels or looking for souvenirs.
Culture Spots
Indulge yourself and learn the Japanese ways of living
Sumiyoshi Shrine
9:00–17:00
This prestigious shrine is the origin of the 2,100 Sumiyoshi shrines throughout Japan. Pray for the safety of your trip and say hello to the local deity.
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