[From Hakata Station to breathtaking spring scenery!] 4 recommended Fukuoka sightseeing spots where you can be soothed by flowers, and hotels in Hakata that are perfect as your base.

• Table of Contents
• 【Stay】A relaxing haven where you can feel the "chic" of Hakata
• [Sightseeing] 4 Recommended Spots to Enjoy Spring in Fukuoka
• ① Maizuru Park and Fukuoka Castle Ruins (History and cherry blossoms come together)
• ② Uminonakamichi Seaside Park (blue carpet, nemophila)
• ③ Nokonoshima Island Park (flower garden overlooking Hakata Bay)
• ④ A boat trip down the Yanagawa River (Spring breeze on the water)
• Summary: Enjoy the best spring from the heart of Hakata

【Stay】A relaxing haven where you can feel the "chic" of Hakata

Located just a 2-minute walk from JR Hakata Station, the JR KYUSHU HOTEL Blossom Hakata Chuo boasts unparalleled accessibility, making it the perfect base camp for international guests.

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・By train (from Fukuoka): Take the Fukuoka City Subway Airport Line from "Fukuoka Station" to "Hakata Station"—just two stops (approximately 5 minutes).
Upon arrival at the airport, check-in is surprisingly smooth.
・By car… From the Kyushu Expressway, take the Fukuoka IC to the urban expressway. Exit at the Gofukumachi exit and head towards Hakata Station.
We will now arrive at the hotel. (Approximately 20 minutes from Fukuoka Interchange)

Access from Fukuoka : Take the Fukuoka City Subway Airport Line from "Fukuoka" Station to "Hakata" Station (2 stops, approximately 5 minutes).

Deluxe Twin Room: This spacious 29㎡ room includes a pull-out trundle bed, allowing three guests to comfortably relax in a room with three beds.

Sophisticated Japanese Design: The guest rooms feature motifs from Hakata-ori textiles and natural materials, creating a warm yet urban space. A Simmons bed to soothe your travel fatigue and high-quality Imabari towels will envelop you.

A Kyushu-inspired breakfast: At the hotel restaurant "Nanatsu no Hana," guests are greeted with a Japanese and Western buffet featuring an abundance of fresh ingredients from all over Kyushu. From Hakata's famous mentaiko (spicy cod roe) to seasonal vegetables that showcase the bounty of the land, a wide variety of local flavors awaits. Fully recharge your energy for your journey and head out into the refreshing spring city.

Click here for the official website of JR KYUSHU HOTEL Blossom Hakata Chuo.

JR Kyushu Hotel Blossom Hakata Central

812-0011 2-2-11 Hakataekimae, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefect...

A two-minute walk from the Hakata Exit of JR Hakata Station. With easy access to Fukuoka Airport, the hotel is an ideal location for both business and sightseeing. Artwork related to Kyushu is on display in the lobby. Relax and unwind after a long day of travel in the chic guest rooms, which feature a gentle, natural feel accented with madder red. In the morning, we offer a Japanese and Western buffet featuring fresh Kyushu ingredients.

[Sightseeing] 4 Recommended Spots to Enjoy Spring in Fukuoka

We introduce four spots that perfectly capture the essence of spring, easily accessible from your base hotel. From historic castle ruins to seaside flower fields, why not visit Fukuoka at its most radiant moment of the year?

① Maizuru Park and Fukuoka Castle Ruins (History and cherry blossoms come together)

Photo courtesy of Fukuoka Prefecture Tourism Federation

This is Fukuoka's premier cherry blossom viewing spot, a place steeped in over 400 years of history. The sight of approximately 1,000 cherry trees dyeing the imposing Ishigaki of the ancient castle a delicate pink is simply breathtaking. At night, the trees are illuminated, and the fantastical "night cherry blossom" experience, reflected on the moat's surface, is extremely popular with international guests.

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・By train… Approximately 10 minutes from Hakata Station on the Subway Airport Line, get off at Ohori Park Station and walk for about 8 minutes.
- By car: Approximately 15 minutes from the hotel

② Uminonakamichi Seaside Park (blue carpet, nemophila)

Photo courtesy of Fukuoka Prefecture Tourism Federation

Even after the cherry blossom season is over, another breathtaking sight awaits you here. The hills covered with 1.2 million nemophila flowers, which fill the vast grounds, present a stunningly photogenic scene that makes it seem as if the sea and sky are one. Cycling through the park while feeling the sea breeze will allow you to experience the richness of spring in Fukuoka firsthand.

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・Train… From JR Hakata Station, take the Kagoshima to "Kashii Station".
Transfer to the Kashii Line and get off at Uminonakamichi Station (approximately 40 minutes).
- By car: Approximately 30 minutes from the hotel

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③ Nokonoshima Island Park (flower garden overlooking Hakata Bay)

Photo courtesy of Fukuoka Prefecture Tourism Federation

Floating in Hakata Bay is a tranquil island rich in nature. A mere 10-minute ferry ride will transport you to a different world, far removed from the hustle and bustle of city life. In spring, the overwhelming contrast between the yellow of the canola flower and the blue of the sky and sea will make you feel as if you've stepped into a painting, allowing you to fully enjoy the peaceful island life.

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・Train, bus, or ferry… From Hakata Station on the Subway Airport Line, take the subway to Meinohama Station. From the north exit, take the Showa Bus and get off at Noko Ferry Terminal.
Approximately 10 minutes by ferry. (Total travel time: approximately 1 hour)
- By car: Approximately 30 minutes to the ferry terminal + approximately 10 minutes by ferry.

④ A boat trip down the Yanagawa River (Spring breeze on the water)

Photo courtesy of Fukuoka Prefecture Tourism Federation

Take a short trip to Fukuoka's proud "City of Water." A ride on a traditional "donko boat," skillfully maneuvered by an experienced boatman, through the labyrinthine waterways is truly an extraordinary experience. In spring, cherry blossoms adorn the waterfront, and soft, fresh green willows brush overhead. Until March, the city is adorned with vibrant "sagemono" (hanging decorations), making it a special season to experience Japan's warm and traditional culture firsthand.

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・By train… Take the subway from "Hakata Station" to "Tenjin Station". From Nishitetsu Fukuoka(Tenjin) Station, take the express train for about 50 minutes and get off at "Nishitetsu Yanagawa Station".
- By car... Approximately 1 hour from the hotel

Summary: Enjoy the best spring from the heart of Hakata

After enjoying sightseeing to your heart's content, return to a quiet room that will allow you to forget the hustle and bustle of Hakata Station once again. At JR KYUSHU HOTEL Blossom Hakata Chuo, with shopping and dining spots right in front of you, you can fully enjoy the charms of Fukuoka without wasting a single second of your limited stay.

The beauty of the colors painted by spring in Japan and the warm hospitality of Kyushu—why not start your own special story in this place where all of these intersect?

Click here for the official website of JR Kyushu Hotel Blossom Hakata Chuo.