Basic information should be clear

Opening hours: Fukuoka Tower is open all year round, and the opening hours are 09:30-22:00 (January 1-December 31, Monday-Sunday). However, please note that the last entry time is 21:30. In addition, there will be two closed days in June every year. The specific dates are not fixed, so you must confirm them in advance when planning your itinerary. ​

Ticket price: Adult ticket 800 yen; student (junior high school/elementary school) ticket 500 yen; child (over 4 years old) ticket 200 yen. Ticket prices may change due to special events or holidays. It is recommended to refer to the actual published price on the day of the visit. ​

Geographic location: Fukuoka Tower is located at 2-3-26 Momochihama, Sawara-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture. This seaside location is particularly good, and the sea and city scenery are great.

Transportation is very important

Subway travel: From Exit 1 of the subway Nishishin Station, it takes about 20 minutes to walk to Fukuoka Tower. Although the distance is a bit far, you can see the scenery of the city streets along the way. If the weather is good, it is also quite comfortable to walk slowly. If you don’t want to walk, you can take a taxi after exiting the station. The cost is reasonable and can save a lot of time and energy. ​

Bus options: Take the Green Forest Bus and get off at the South Exit of Fukuoka Tower, and you can go directly to the tower. Take Nishitetsu Bus No. 14, 15, 24, 204, 151, get off at the South Exit of Fukuoka Tower, and then walk for another 2 minutes to arrive. Taking the bus is economical and affordable, and you can also experience the local traffic atmosphere more deeply. On the way, you can also see the scenery on both sides of the city road.

There are many attractions in the tower

Observation deck experience: Fukuoka Tower has three observation decks, and the 123-meter-high observation deck is the most popular. Walking into the observation deck, the 360-degree floor-to-ceiling windows show the surrounding scenery. During the day, the bustling street scenes in Fukuoka City and the sea scenery of Hakata Bay complement each other. In the distance, the mountains are undulating, the buildings in the city are neatly arranged, and there are ships slowly sailing on the sea, which looks particularly vivid. At night, the lights in the city are all on, the coastal towns are illuminated very brightly, and the lights are reflected on the sea surface, flashing, and Fukuoka Tower has become one of the best places to see the night view in Fukuoka City. Standing here, you can clearly see the scene of cars coming and going on the main road in Fukuoka City and feel the bustle of the city. ​

Special facility check-in: There are several fun special facilities on the 1st floor of the 116-meter observation. The sky gashapon machine is quite interesting. For 500 yen, you can spin the large gashapon machine and get a "mysterious gift" from the sky. The gashapon shell can be recycled, which is both environmentally friendly and fun. The lucky pinball machine is also good. Spend 100 yen to shoot the pinballs and see which Hakata God fortune you can draw, adding a little surprise to your trip. The love couple lock is very suitable for couples or girlfriends. 1,000 yen per lock can lock each other's friendship. There is also a heart-shaped arch photo point next to it, which is particularly good for taking pictures. Not many people may know about the message of the moon goddess. Spend 100 yen and you may get some special inspiration. ​

Dining enjoyment: There is Sky Cafe&Dining "Refuge" on the 2nd floor of the 120-meter observation. Here, you can drink coffee, eat desserts or delicacies while looking at the scenery outside through the window. While looking at the scenery, you can also enjoy delicious food and relax your body and mind. In addition, collecting 6 commemorative stamps in the tower can be exchanged for restaurant coupons, which is quite cost-effective.

The surrounding attractions are well matched.

Momochi Seaside Park: Momochi Seaside Park is right next to the Fukuoka Tower. It has fine white sand beaches and is a good place to relax. You can sunbathe on the beach, play beach volleyball and beach football, or walk along the beach and enjoy the sea breeze. When you are tired, you can rest on the park bench and enjoy the sea view. You can spend a leisurely time. ​

Fukuoka City Museum: The Fukuoka City Museum is not far from the Fukuoka Tower. You can just walk there. There are three exhibition areas and a permanent exhibition hall in the museum. Through many cultural relics and materials, it shows the history, culture, and artistic development of Fukuoka in detail. If you want to understand the heritage of the city of Fukuoka, come here. After visiting the Fukuoka Tower, go to the museum to give you a more comprehensive and in-depth understanding of Fukuoka.

Don't miss the food exploration.

Hakata Ramen: When you come to Fukuoka, you must not miss Hakata Ramen. It is recommended to go to stores such as Hakata Ipso (Hakata Station East Main Store) and Hakata Ikkosha (Hakata Main Store). The pork bone soup base of Hakata Ramen is particularly famous. Fresh pork bones are boiled for a long time, and the soup base turns milky white and smells particularly fragrant. The noodles are very chewy, and paired with tender barbecued pork, delicious black fungus and other side dishes, the taste is rich and layered, making people want to eat more. ​

Mentai dishes: Yuanzu Hakata Mentaiju is a very popular local mentaiko specialty store. Mentaiko is a specialty food in Fukuoka. After special pickling and processing, it tastes delicious and a little spicy. In this store, you can eat a variety of dishes made with mentaiko, such as the superior mentaiko kelp rice. The sweetness of the rice and the deliciousness of the mentaiko are particularly well matched, making people unable to stop. ​

Chicken water pot: Huaweidiao (Hakata Station Front Store) is a famous store for chicken water pot. The characteristics of chicken water pot are light and delicious. The tender chicken is cooked in a special soup base, and the soup base can highlight the freshness of the chicken to the greatest extent. When eating, dip it in the special dipping sauce in the store, which has a unique flavor. This healthy and delicious dish is loved by locals and tourists.

The accommodation recommendation is very practical

Fukuoka Marinoa Resort Hotel: Fukuoka Marinoa Resort Hotel is relatively close to Fukuoka Tower, and it takes about 10 minutes by taxi. The hotel rooms are large and bright, and some rooms can also see beautiful seaside views. The hotel facilities are complete and the service is thoughtful. If you go to Fukuoka Tower, it is very comfortable to stay here. ​

Fukuoka Ritz-Carlton: Fukuoka Ritz-Carlton is in the city center, with a good location and convenient travel. The hotel facilities are high-end and luxurious, and the service is also considerate. Staying here can enjoy a particularly comfortable and convenient experience, adding a sense of luxury to your trip to Fukuoka.

Fukuoka Tower has a unique charm. Whether it is seeing the scenery, tasting food, or visiting surrounding attractions, you can feel the specialness of the city of Fukuoka.