Higashi Ward Travel Guide
Fukuoka
Visit Higashi Ward
Popular places to visit
Port of Hakata
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Port of Hakata during your travels in Fukuoka. Amble around the area's marina or visit its monuments.
Uminonakamichi Seaside Park
Explore the great outdoors at Uminonakamichi Seaside Park, a lovely green space in Fukuoka. Wander the beaches and seaside while you're in the area.
Island City Central Park
Explore the great outdoors at Island City Central Park, a lovely green space in Fukuoka. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its shops.
Canal City Hakata
You can browse for souvenirs with a trip to Canal City Hakata, a popular shopping spot in Fukuoka. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Mizuho PayPay Dome Fukuoka
Cheer on the Fukuoka Softbank Hawks, one of Japan’s most beloved and successful baseball teams, in a hyper-modern stadium.
Marine Messe Fukuoka
Catch an event at Marine Messe Fukuoka during your trip to Fukuoka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Things to do
Day Tour to Miyazaki Takachiho Gorge & Shrine depart from Fukuoka
Takachiho Gorge & Kamishikimi Kumanoimasu Shrine Hiking Day Tour
Top hotels in Higashi Ward
JR KYUSHU HOTEL Blossom Hakata Chuo
Hakata train station is right across the street. There is a Ichiran in the nest building. Clean. Convenient. Staff was very nice. Walking distance to canal shops.
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025
Nishitetsu Grand Hotel
쇼핑 및 관광 목적으로 훌륭한 위치 입니다. 약간 오래되긴했지만 잘 관리되고 있는 호텔 입니다. 부족한 부분은 TV가 작고 유투브와 넷플릭스 등을 볼 수 없는 점 입니다.
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
THE BASICS FUKUOKA
Pleasant stay. Convenient to the Hakata Station and the airport.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Canal City Fukuoka Washington Hotel
pleasant staff.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
THE BLOSSOM HAKATA Premier
The hotel overall is a 5*. Especially the front of house staff, Akbota. She spoke excellent English and provided top notch service. Very professional and knowledgeable! Always went over and above the call of duty and went back to our room to help me look for something I left behind after checking ...
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Hotel Oriental Express Fukuoka Nakasu Kawabata
Stayed here twice with a cycling group. The staff were very helpful and friendly, assisting us with the storage of our bike boxes in-between stays. Facilities are basic but represent great value for money. Good location and parking available onsite.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Higashi Ward
Hakozaki
If you're spending time in Hakozaki, check out sights like Port of Hakata or Kaizukakotsu Park and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Hakozaki-kyudaimae Station or Hakozaki-miyamae Station.
Susakimachi
Susakimachi is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like Canal City Hakata and Marine Messe Fukuoka if you have time to explore the area.
Nakasu
Get to know Nakasu by checking out its shopping, river views and restaurants. Consider a visit to nearby sights like Canal City Hakata or Marine Messe Fukuoka during your time in the area.
Nishinakasu
While visiting Nishinakasu, you might make a stop by sights like Fukuhaku Deai Bridge and Former Prefectural Hall & Official Guest House.
Gionmachi
If you're spending time in Gionmachi, check out sights like Canal City Hakata or Hakata Old Town and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kushida Shrine Station or Gion Station.
Tenjin
Unique features of Tenjin include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Solaria Plaza or Yatai while you're exploring the area.
Higashi Ward Travel Guide
- Marine World Uminonakamichi
- Island City Central Park
- Hakozaki Shrine
- Kashiikaen Amusement Park
- Canal City Hakata
- Marine Messe Fukuoka
- Kyushu University
- Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine
- Fukuoka Anpanman Children's Museum
- Ohori Park
- Tenjin Underground Mall
- Kushida Shrine
- Acros Fukuoka Symphony Hall
- Nokonoshima Island Park
