JR Hakata City

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JR Hakata City

It is impossible to miss the JR Hakata City complex - its 11 floors’ worth of shops and restaurants attract both city residents and visitors (the location right above Fukuoka's main train station, JR Hakata, is unbeatable). Check out the ground floor for food and souvenirs, and do not miss everyone's favourite Tokyu Hands.

Shopping

If you are looking for the latest in designer fashions, high tech gadgetries or intricately handcrafted souvenirs, then Fukuoka will not disappoint you. The city’s main shopping district is called Tenjin. Along its busy intersections you will find a number of department stores stocking everything from high street to high end designer labels whilst heading towards Ohori-koen, along Keiyaki-dori, and around Daimyo there are a host of small boutiques. If you are looking for something special to slip into for the evening’s entertainment then head on down to Tenjin.

Canal City

For that sleek air-conditioned shopping experience head down to Canal City, a shopping and entertainment complex that will cater to your every …

Hakata District

Hakata District

The Hakata district is where you will find the bulk of small artisan shops in which you can purchase some fine handcrafted souvenirs. Your first port of call should be the Kawabata Shopping Arcade which stands as testament to the old city and in which there are a number of stalls selling all manner …

Shogetsudo

Products particular to the Fukuoka region include the Hakata Dolls, which are porcelain figurines decorated as beautiful kimono-clad women and Kabuki performers. Other well-known products to look out for include Hakata textiles and Hakata Champon, a peculiar sounding glass …

Marinoa City

Here you can find about 200 shops and boutiques for a whole day (or more!) of shopping. High quality clothes, sports brands, high-end electronics as well as a number of cafes and restaurants to rest your feet can be found within. It's always a good idea to drop by Marinoa …

Kawabatadori Shopping Street

Kawabatadori Shopping Street

Near Canal City you can find yet another stunning shopping experience in Fukuoka. This indoor shopping street holds dozens of shops and boutiques vending Japanese crafts, traditional and modern fashion, and exotic foods. Come here to spend money and have a good …

Yanagibashi Market

Yanagibashi Market

Whether you're a second-hand enthusiast or just like to buy cute little souvenirs, the Yanagibashi Market is for you. Here you will find all kinds of things form all over Japan, from clothes to toys and antiques. You won't leave this place …

Solaria Plaza

Get high-end shopping right at the Tenjin metro-station. Solaria Plaza offers boutiques that will warm the hearts of shopaholics. Lose yourself in the latest fashion trends or get a new piece of jewellery in one of the many shops. You will come back for …

Nagahama Fish Market

Nagahama Fish Market

If you want to get an authentic Fukuoka market experience, drop by the Nagahama Fish Market. You can smell the hall from afar and find fresh and peculiar fish on offer. Take some photos or even pick up fresh seafood to cook on your own …

Yodobashi Camera

Yodobashi Camera

Do you happen to need a new memory card for your camera, a back-up charging device for your phone or a fresh set of headphones? Then there’s no better place to go than Yodobashi Camera. It's know for an extensive stock of all kinds of electronic devices, good service and low …

Kanoha Mall Hashimoto

Kanoha Mall Hashimoto

Nanakuma subway ends in Hashimoto Station, and this is where you can find one of the biggest malls in the area. The sophisticated design of the atrium and its wider offer of speciality shops make this shopping centre a favourite of …

Tenjin Chikagai

Tenjin Chikagai

Tenjin Chikagai is an upscale underground shopping complex designed to look like a European-style arcade, with cobblestone floors and wrought iron lanterns. The streets stretch as far the eye can see, and the assortment of stores and cafes is extremely …

JR Hakata City

It is impossible to miss the JR Hakata City complex - its 11 floors’ worth of shops and restaurants attract both city residents and visitors (the location right above Fukuoka's main train station, JR Hakata, is unbeatable). Check out the ground floor for food and souvenirs, and do not miss everyone's favourite Tokyu …