Sightseeing around

It is the largest station in Kyushu, which is used by about 400,000 people a day, including Conventional Line, Shinkansen trains, and subways.
In 2011, it was reborn as the all-glass station building "JR HAKATA CITY", and is lined with Hankyu Department Store, Tokyu Hands, and Toei Series's cinema complex T ・ JOY.

Hakata Exit Hakata Bus Terminal and KITTE Hakata are adjacent to Hakata Exit, and commercial facilities such as Yodobashi Camera Multimedia Hakata and DEITOS ANNEX are adjacent to Chikushi Exit, and the area around the station is a commercial area that doubles as Fukuoka Tenjin.
Have a good time at JR HAKATA CITY, which is the center of Fukuoka sightseeing, shopping and gourmet, and a 10-minute walk from the property.

Canal City Hakata, one of Fukuoka's leading shopping centers, is famous for its unique appearance, but the architectural design was done by American architect Jon Jerde.
Jon Jerde is also known for designing Roppongi Hills, RIVERWALK KITAKYUSHU, and NAMBA PARKS in Osaka.
As the name "canal" means "canal" in English, there is a pseudo canal on the first basement floor, "Grand Hyatt Fukuoka" on the west side, and various commercial facilities on the east side. It is lined up.
In addition, there is a Sun Plaza Stage in the center of the canal, where various events such as magic shows are held almost every day, and live music and programs recorded by local TV stations are frequently held mainly on weekends.

It was built as a monument to the "Asia Pacific Exposition (Yoka Topia)" held in 1989 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Fukuoka City.
As a beach tower, it boasts the highest height of 234m in Japan, and the sophisticated appearance of the regular triangular prism covered with 8,000 half mirrors is nicknamed "Mirror Sail" and is loved as a symbol of Fukuoka in the year. ..

The view from the observation room on the top floor, which is 123 meters above the ground, is exceptional, and you can get a 360-degree panoramic view of Fukuoka City and the waterfront desk.
There are many sightseeing spots in the area and it is easy to access from the city center, but you can enjoy not only the night view of the city center but also the contrast with the beautiful sea from the 120m high observatory.
It is said to be a sacred place for lovers due to its romantic night view and various gimmicks for lovers, and it is a tourist destination that represents Fukuoka, which is visited by many people from outside the prefecture.

It is an artificial beach park located in Momochi, Chuo Ward, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture.
Surrounded by Fukuoka Tower, Fukuoka City General Library, Fukuoka City Museum, and Fukuoka PayPay Dome, it is known as a date spot and sightseeing spot.
There is an artificial sandy beach in the center of the park, and the seaside house opens in the summer.
It is a fashionable beach with restaurants and cafes, marine sports shops and wedding halls nearby.

Also known as a mecca for beach sports, it is often used in beach volleyball, beach soccer, and touch rugby.
It is a well-equipped and comfortable park with a large covered bench space and a free cold shower.
Many locals come and go, and it is loved by the citizens.

The sunset over Hakata Bay is beautiful, and it is also famous as a date spot where you can enjoy the night view while watching the neon lights reflected on the sea surface at night.

It is a park characterized by a large pond based on Kusagae, which was also a cove in the outer moat of Fukuoka Castle.
There are several islands that run through the pond, each connected by a bridge, so you can cross the pond via the central part.

There are Fukuoka Castle Ruins (Maizuru Park), Fukuoka Art Museum of Art, NHK Fukuoka Broadcasting Station, etc. in the vicinity, and it is popular as a place of relaxation for Fukuoka citizens. Therefore, many people are cycling or jogging.
In the spring, along with the neighboring Maizuru Park and Nishikoen Park, it is a famous spot for cherry blossom viewing and is a walking course that represents Fukuoka.

A popular spot that cannot be missed when sightseeing in Fukuoka.
Michizane Sugawara-ko no Michizane, who is famous as the "god of learning," is enshrined, but many examinees from all over the country come to visit every year.
In addition, Michizane Sugawara-ko no Michizane is also famous as the "god of culture", and is full of elements that stimulate sensibilities, such as art events held irregularly and fashionable cafes lined up along the approach.

Dazaifu Tenmangu is also famous for its plum blossoms.
About 200 species and 6,000 plum trees are planted in the precincts.
It is in full bloom from mid-February to early March every year.

The history of Sumiyoshi Shrine goes back more than 1,800 years.
It is said to be the first shrine among the 2,129 Sumiyoshi Shrine nationwide, and it is also described in old books as "Sumiyoshi Honsha" and "Japan First Sumiyoshigu Sumiyoshi Shrine", along with Sumiyoshi Taisha in Osaka City and Sumiyoshi Sumiyoshi Shrine in Shimonoseki. It is counted as one of the Three Great Sumiyoshi Shrines.
The number of first-time worshipers reaches about 2.3 million a day, and many people visit to fulfill various wishes such as family safety and business prosperity throughout the year.

"Misogi Harae Sokotsutsu no Onokami Okami" and "Nakatsutsu no Okami" were born by Misogi Harae of "Izanagi no Okami" appearing in The Kojiki (Records of Ancient Matters) Nakatsutsu no Onokami Sumiyoshi Shrine, which enshrines the three gods of "Omotetsu Uwatsutsu no Onokami, " is covered with lush trees and is also popular as a place for people to relax.

Located close to Hakata Station and our facility, it is a popular photography spot in Fukuoka.

"Nanzoin"Sasaguri Town, Kasuya County, about 30 minutes by car from the center of Fukuoka city.
The largest bronze statue of the reclining Buddha in the world lies with an overwhelming presence.
The priest is famous for winning the 130 million yen lottery, but that's not all.
When you actually visit, a wide variety of Buddhist statues are enshrined, making it one of the leading power spots in Fukuoka Prefecture.

Sasaguri, the "Ohenro", which follows the footsteps of Kobo Daishi (Kukai) and pilgrimages to 88 sacred sites (pilgrimages), is also popular.
Nanzoin is the main temple of the 88 places of "Sasaguri Shikoku Sacred Ground Ground", the first temple, and the special head temple of "Koyasan Shingon Sect".

Ogori City, Fukuoka Prefecture. "Seieizan Nyoirinji Temple"
There are more than 5,000 stone statues and figurines of frogs in the precincts, and it is popularly known as "Kaeru- Kaerudera (frog temple)".
When the priest visited China, he bought a small frog figurine and returned home from the beginning of the collection, and it seems that the number has continued to increase from there.

Frogs are low-profile, always jump forward, and are said to achieve their goals, and have long been used by hermits in China.

There are two in the precincts. "Frog"
It is said that you can "change" bad things into good things by going through the frog's mouth.
Children can easily go through it, but adults seem to have a difficult skill depending on their physique.
Please challenge!