When traveling within Fukuoka city, the Fukuoka subway is the most convenient. In this article, we will introduce the Fukuoka subway routes, discount tickets and riding methods, and most importantly, popular tourist attractions along the line. Let’s take the subway and travel around downtown Fukuoka together!
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Fukuoka subway map and route introduction
Photo provided by: Fukuoka City Transportation Bureau
Fukuoka City’s subway has a total of three lines: the Airport Line, Hakozaki Line, and Nanakuma Line. Most trains on the Hakozaki Line run directly to Meinohama Station on the Airport Line. Additionally, the airport line runs directly with the JR Chikuhi Line, allowing you to reach the furthest point of Nishikaratsu Station in Saga Prefecture. The Nanakuma Line will also be extended to Hakata Station in 2023, eliminating the inconvenience of having to transfer on foot at Tenjin Minami Station in the past. This line has also become one of the popular routes, and hotels along the line have also become a new lodging option for visitors to Japan.
Transportation within Fukuoka City can be said to be very convenient by using only Fukuoka City’s subway and JR and Nishitetsu, allowing travelers to easily enjoy city attractions and shopping.
Fukuoka subway fares and discount tickets
The basic fare for the Fukuoka subway is 210 yen for adults, and then charges apply based on distance, up to a maximum of 380 yen one way. You can use transportation cards that can be used nationwide, such as SUICA, PASMO, and ICOCA.
If you are using the Fukuoka subway only within the city, one-day passes are sold at subway ticket machines. The price for a one-day ticket is 640 yen for adults and 320 yen for children, so you can usually get your money back with just three rides.
For tourists visiting Japan, we also sell a “FUKUOKA TOURIST CITY PASS” that can be used on transportation such as buses, trains, subways, and ships. Aside from transportation, there are discounts at many facilities, and you can purchase them online and exchange them at the Fukuoka Airport HIS counter.
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There are many ticket choices for the Fukuoka subway, so decide on a ticket based on your travel needs!
You can also board with a credit card!
Photo provided by: Fukuoka City Transportation Bureau
Fukuoka Subway has also introduced credit card touch boarding. Accepted credit card brands are Visa, Mastercard, JCB, AmericanExpress, DinersClub, DISCOVER, and UnionPay. There is a touch mark on your credit card, and you can board with a light touch on the dedicated reader at the subway ticket gate, making it very convenient!
Attractions along the Fukuoka Subway ‘Airport Line’
The Airport Line is the main line among Fukuoka’s subways that is used by the most people and passes through downtown areas. It is the line most frequently used by travelers and has the most attractions along the line.
Fukuoka Airport Station ‘Fukuoka Airport’
Fukuoka Airportis known as the most convenient airport in Japan. The main reason is that the airport is located in the city center and can be easily reached by subway. It is very close to Hakata Station, just 2 stops away. There are plenty of souvenir shops and restaurants within the airport, making it a great place to shop outside of your flight.
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Hakata Station ‘Hakata Station’
Hakata Stationis the largest station in Kyushu and the central station of Fukuoka City. Hakata Station is the starting point for many transportation methods, including Shinkansen, regular trains, subways, and buses. Hakata Station itself is connected to a shopping mall and an underground mall, and there are many hotels around the station, making it a lodging choice for many people when traveling to Fukuoka. More importantly, it is only 2 stops from Fukuoka Airport and takes only about 5 minutes, which can only be described as ‘super convenient’.
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Ohori Park Station ‘Maizuru Park’
A popular spot next to Ohori Park Station. Maizuru Parkwas actually ‘Fukuoka Castle’ during the Edo period. It is a resting place for Fukuoka citizens, and every spring, about 500 cherry blossom trees in the park are in full bloom, attracting many flower-viewers. Currently, many castle ruins from the Edo period remain within the park, making it a place not to be missed by castle lovers.
Tojinmachi Station ‘Fukuoka Dome’
“Fukuoka Dome” (Mizuho PayPay Dome Fukuoka) is about a 15-minute walk from Tojinmachi Station. This is the home stadium of the Japanese professional baseball team Softbank. Fukuoka Dome is one of Japan’s five major dome stadiums and frequently hosts baseball games and concerts. Whenever there is such a large event, the station fills up with people and hotel prices in downtown Fukuoka rise, showing how much economic impact this stadium brings to the area.
Attractions along the Fukuoka Subway ‘Hakozaki Line’
The Fukuoka Subway Hakozaki Line is an important line connecting the northern part of the city with the city center. It has a total length of 4.7km and has 7 stations.
Nakasu Kawabata Station ‘Nakasu’
Nakasu Kawabata Station is adjacent to the Kawabata Shopping Street, so it is a busy area right after leaving the station. Crossing the river is the Nakasu area. Nakasu is home to the shopping center ‘Hakata Canal City’ and the Nakasu entertainment district, which is considered one of Japan’s three major entertainment districts along with Shinjuku Kabukicho in Tokyo and Susukino in Sapporo. At night, there are Hakata’s famous yatai restaurants along the Naka River, making it an area where Fukuoka’s characteristics are clearly revealed.
Hakozakigu Mae Station ‘Hakozakigu’
Hakozaki Shrine is one of the three major Hachiman Shrines in Japan. During the Mongol invasion of Japan in the mid-Kamakura period, a so-called divine wind blew and Japan overcame unprecedented difficulties and emerged victorious, so Hakozakigu is famous as the god of exorcism and victory. In later generations, famous warlords from history such as Ashikaga Takauji, Ouchi Yoshitaka, Kobayakawa Takakage, and Toyotomi Hideyoshi visited the shrine, and during the Edo period, Kuroda Nagamasa, the first lord of the Fukuoka Domain, and previous feudal lords also neglected to reverence Hakozakigu. It wasn’t.
Attractions along the Fukuoka Subway ‘Nanakuma Line’
The Fukuoka Subway Nanakuma Line is an important line connecting the central and southern areas of Fukuoka City. It serves several residential areas and university campuses and has greatly improved transportation convenience in the southern area of Fukuoka City.
Kushida Shrine Station ‘Kushida Shrine’
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Kushida Shrine is an important shrine located in Hakata-ku, Fukuoka City, with a history dating back to 757 AD. It is the birthplace of ‘Hakata Gion Yamakasa’, one of Hakata’s three major festivals, and this festival, held every July, attracts many tourists. The shrine is famous for its bright scarlet torii gates and architecture, creating a deep traditional Japanese atmosphere. The grounds contain many small shrines and statues, such as maneki neko and shrines. Kushida Shrine is not only an important religious site, but also a great place to experience Hakata’s culture and history, loved by locals and tourists alike.
Tenjin Minami Station ‘Tenjin Area’
The Tenjin area is the central commercial district of Fukuoka City and is home to the essence of modern urban life. It is a paradise for shopping lovers, with large department stores such as Iwataya, Daimaru, and Mitsukoshi as well as fashion malls such as PARCO. The spacious Tenjin Underground Mall provides a more comfortable environment for shopping. When it comes to food, there are plenty of options, from fine dining restaurants to unique yatai. Cultural facilities such as the art space in the IMS building and the nearby music hall add a cultural vibe to the city. Tenjin Central Park provides a respite from the busy city life. As the economic center of Fukuoka, Tenjin is home to the Kyushu headquarters and office buildings of many companies.
Sakurazaka Station ‘Fukuoka City Zoo and Botanical Garden’
Fukuoka City Zoo and Botanical Garden is a comprehensive park combining a zoo and botanical garden located near Sakurazaka Station. This is not only a resting place for citizens, but also an important base for environmental education and ecological protection. The beautiful environment of the park makes it an ideal place for visitors to get close to nature and learn about flora and fauna. Transportation is convenient and you can get there in 15 minutes on foot from Sakurazaka Station.
conclusion
The Fukuoka Subway is the best means of transportation when touring downtown Fukuoka. Although there are only three routes, it is very convenient. I hope this article will be helpful to travelers visiting Fukuoka.
