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1. BOSS E・ZO FUKUOKA
Located next to the Fukuoka PayPay Dome, this large-scale entertainment complex offers a wide variety of recreational facilities from the first floor to the top floor.

The rooftop features the "Three Wonders SMBC Nikko Securities," a collection of thrilling rides; the permanent art museum operated by the art collective "teamLab" includes "teamLab Forest Fukuoka - SBI Securities," where visitors can experience the latest digital technology and smartphones; and other facilities include the HKT48 Yoshimoto Kogyo Theater.

2. Fukuoka Tower
Built to commemorate the 1989 Asia-Pacific Expo, the tower is a landmark of Fukuoka City. Standing 234 meters tall, its top observation deck offers a 360-degree panoramic view of Fukuoka.

Inside, a VR binoculars system provides a feeling of flying through the air. On the second floor, the "Refuge" sky cafe and restaurant, offering views from 120 meters above, features floor-to-ceiling windows that create the illusion of being in a rooftop garden, making it a popular date spot.

3. Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine
The head shrine of all 12,000 Tenmangu shrines in Japan is dedicated to Sugawara no Michizane, one of the three great Tenjin (gods).

Sugawara no Michizane was framed by political enemies and unjustly exiled from Kyoto to Dazaifu in Kyushu . He died there shortly after and was buried there; the main hall was built on his tomb. Sugawara no Michizane was a brilliant scholar, writer, and outstanding politician, and is therefore revered as the god of learning by the Japanese. Many students preparing for exams make special trips to worship him, making it a famous energy-filled spot in Fukuoka.

4. Ohori Park
Located in the heart of Fukuoka City, the park is two stops from Tenjin Station. Despite its central location, it boasts a large pond and abundant natural scenery, making it a popular recreational spot for locals.

The park covers approximately 39.8 hectares, with the large pond occupying more than half of the area. It was originally used as an outer moat for Fukuoka Castle by Kuroda Nagamasa, the first lord of the Fukuoka Domain.

Three small islands—Yanagishima, Matsushima, and Ayameshima—are situated in the middle of the pond, and four small bridges connect the islands, allowing visitors to cross the pond. A 2-kilometer walking trail surrounds the pond, ideal for strolling, jogging, and cycling.

5. State-run Haizhongdao Seaside Park
Located in Higashi Ward, Fukuoka City, this national park boasts a rich natural environment within its approximately 350-hectare grounds, surrounded by the sea, with beautiful flowers blooming year-round. The park's "Animal Crossing" area offers rides for young children and opportunities for close encounters with animals, making it a popular destination for families.

6. Ocean World: The Middle Way of the Sea
Opened in 1989, " Ocean World: Uminochūmichi " is an aquarium themed around the "Kyushu Sea," showcasing approximately 30,000 creatures of about 350 species. Its
main attractions include the popular "Dolphin and Sea Lion Show," the "Ocean Tank Show," and the "Sea Otter Feeding Show," among other shows. Limited-time events offering close encounters with the animals, such as penguin walks and animal birthday celebrations, are also not to be missed.

7. Sarakurayama Observatory
The panoramic observation deck offers stunning views of Kitakyushu City . Reaching the 622-meter-high Sarakurayama Observatory requires a cable car ride followed by a monorail transfer. The cable car, stretching 1100 meters from the foot station to the mountain station with a 440-meter ascent, is the longest in western Japan. During the ride, passengers can enjoy the ever-changing scenery through the large glass windows.

From the Sarakurayama Observatory, one can see the night view of Kitakyushu City, which, along with Nagasaki and Sapporo , is recognized as one of Japan's "New Three Great Night View Cities."

8. Moji Port Nostalgia Area
Moji Port, which prospered in the early Meiji period due to its establishment as an international trading port, retains many antique buildings from the Meiji era to the early Showa era. It is a great place to stroll around and admire the buildings full of nostalgia.

9. Fukuoka Castle Ruins
Fukuoka Castle was built by the Sengoku period warlord Kuroda Yoshitaka and his son Nagamasa over a period of seven years, starting in 1601. It is widely known as the residence of the Kuroda family, who ruled the Fukuoka Domain for a long period during the Edo period,and is also called "Maizuru Castle." Fukuoka Castle is said to be the largest castle in Kyushu, and once had large, medium, and small keeps and 47 turrets. Currently, the Tamon Turret, an Important Cultural Property, and a prefectural-designated building are preserved, and the large keep is now open to the public as an observation deck.

10. Sakurai Futamiura, Itoshima City
Located in the northern part of Itoshima City, Sakurai Futamiura offers a panoramic view of the Genkai Sea . Selected as one of Japan's 100 Best Beaches, it's a representative scenic spot in Fukuoka and a must-visit destination when driving around Itoshima. Sakurai Futamiura is the sacred body of Sakurai Shrine and was once said to be the "entrance to the Dragon Palace." With its floating Momo-iwa (Meoto Iwa, the Rosary Rocks), it's a famous spot, along with Futamiura in Ise City, Mie Prefecture .

Sakurai Futamiura is also selected as one of Japan's 100 Best Sunset Spots, especially around the summer solstice when the sun sinks between the Momo-iwa, making it the busiest season for tourists.