Fukuoka Expert Travel Guides

See what the experts are saying about Fukuoka. Get expert advice on how to get there what to see and more.

Introduction

by Frommers Travel Guides

1,174km (730 miles) W of Tokyo; 450km (281 miles) W of Hiroshima With a population of 1.41 million, Fukuoka is Kyushu's largest city and serves as a major international and domestic gateway to the island. On the northern coast of Kyushu, i... Continue reading »
Planning a trip

by Frommers Travel Guides

Getting There By Plane -- Direct flights connect Fukuoka Airport (tel. 092/621-6059; www.fuk-ab.co.jp) to a variety of international cities, including Beijing, Hong Kong, Seoul, and Bangkok, as well as numerous domestic cities. Flying time f... Continue reading »
Fast facts

by Frommers Travel Guides

Business Hours Businesses and most government offices are open Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm; banks operate from Monday to Friday 9am to 3pm. Department stores are open daily from 10am to 8pm, while small post offices remain open Monday to Frid... Continue reading »

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cold Japan

Sorry team nothing major to report on since the trip to Tokyo. Have basically just been working (if you can call it that) and doing Chris... Continue reading »

by Real Traveler angus
a year of good health

The first week back at 'work' equated to a week long wedding review. There were many photos to be shown, questions to answer, and e... Continue reading »

by Real Traveler angus
A Hundred Pounds for a Mango!

Well who can believe it we’ve finally arrived in Japan and after 11 months on the road this is sadly our final destination before r... Continue reading »

by Real Traveler Shannyn & Gary
a 'spring' in my step

Spring recently arrived with its usual Japanese punch, a hefty dose of Cherry Blossom. I partook in a little "hanami" (flower watch... Continue reading »

by Real Traveler angus
party like its 1994!

Returning home to Takeo was a mixed affair. We were caught somewhere between, wanting desperately to crash out for a sleep, being in dire... Continue reading »

by Real Traveler angus