Fukuoka Prefecture (福岡県) is a prefecture located on the island of Kyushu, one of the four main islands of Japan. It is situated to the north of Kumamoto Prefecture and is bordered by the Sea of Japan to the north and the Seto Inland Sea to the south. The capital city is Fukuoka.
Fukuoka is known for its delicious cuisine, particularly its tonkotsu ramen, a type of pork-based noodle soup that is a local specialty. Other famous dishes include mentaiko (spicy cod roe) and Hakata-style grilled chicken.
Fukuoka is also home to several famous landmarks, including Fukuoka Tower, a 234-meter tall tower that offers panoramic views of the city, and the Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine, a historic Shinto shrine that is dedicated to the deity of learning.
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Destinations in Fukuoka
Dazaifu
Dazaifu (太宰府) is a small city located in Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan, known for its historical significance and beautiful natural scenery. The city was esta...
Munakata Taisha
Munakata Taisha (宗像大社) is a Shinto shrine complex located in Munakata City, Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan. It is considered one of the most important shrines...
Kitakyushu
Kitakyushu (北九州) is a city located in the northern part of Kyushu island in Japan. It is the third-largest city in the Fukuoka Prefecture and is known for...
Fukuoka
Fukuoka City (福岡) is a large city located on the northern shore of the island of Kyushu in Japan. It is the largest city in the Kyushu region and the sixth...
Sofukuji Temple
Sofukuji Temple (崇福寺) is a historic Zen Buddhist temple located in Hakata Ward, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan. It is considered one of the city'...