Sawara Ward Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Fukuoka Tower featuring interior views

Popular places to visit

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Momochi Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Momochi Beach during your travels in Fukuoka? Take in the museums while you're in the area.

Momochi Beach
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Fukuoka Tower

3.5/5(2 reviews)

Japan’s tallest seaside tower has a slick observation deck where you can take in 360-degree views of the city or make a romantic visit to the Lover’s Sanctuary.

Fukuoka Tower
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Fukuoka City Museum

4.5/5(2 reviews)

See Japan’s legendary Gold Seal in this museum that celebrates the multicultural heritage and indigenous life of the people of Fukuoka, Japan’s gateway to Asia for thousands of year

Fukuoka City Museum
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Robosquare

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Robosquare during your travels in Fukuoka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Robosquare
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Canal City Hakata

4/5(16 reviews)

You can browse for souvenirs with a trip to Canal City Hakata, a popular shopping spot in Fukuoka. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Canal City Hakata
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Mizuho PayPay Dome Fukuoka

4/5(2 reviews)

Cheer on the Fukuoka Softbank Hawks, one of Japan’s most beloved and successful baseball teams, in a hyper-modern stadium.

Mizuho PayPay Dome Fukuoka

Activities

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Tour Nagasaki or Fukuoka in Privacy and Comfort.

NZ$1,982
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tour Nagasaki or Fukuoka in Privacy and Comfort.
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Historic Fukuoka: Castles, Shrines & Canal City Walk

NZ$719
Per adult
Historic Fukuoka: Castles, Shrines & Canal City Walk
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Grand Sumo Tournament Tokyo - Osaka - Nagoya

NZ$543
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Grand Sumo Tournament Tokyo - Osaka - Nagoya
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Fukuoka Walking and Public Transport Tour

NZ$1,321
Per adult
Fukuoka Walking and Public Transport Tour
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Fukuoka Nature and Cultural Sightseeing Tour

NZ$1,982
Per adult
Fukuoka Nature and Cultural Sightseeing Tour
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eSIM: Airalo Japan Package

NZ$9
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
eSIM: Airalo Japan Package
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Our pick of the best Sawara Ward Hotel Deals

Hotel Oriental Express Fukuoka Nakasu Kawabata
Hotel Oriental Express Fukuoka Nakasu Kawabata
3.5 out of 5
Tenyamachi 6-26, Hakata, Fukuoka, Fukuoka
The price is NZ$100 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
NZ$100
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Fukuoka. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (828 reviews)
"It was great I really recommend it"

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

Hotel Oriental Express Fukuoka Nakasu Kawabata
Hotel Oriental Express Fukuoka Tenjin
Hotel Oriental Express Fukuoka Tenjin
3 out of 5
3-chome-3-14 Tenjin, Cho, Fukuoka, Fukuoka
The price is NZ$113 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
NZ$113
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Fukuoka. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (890 reviews)
"Room a bit small for 3 people. No more spaces for luggages"

Reviewed on 21 Apr. 2024

Hotel Oriental Express Fukuoka Tenjin
THE BASICS FUKUOKA
THE BASICS FUKUOKA
4 out of 5
2-14-1, Hakataeki Higashi, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka, Fukuoka
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Fukuoka. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (876 reviews)
"Excellent location, excellent staff, execellent building and excellent value for money. Will absolutely stay again."

Reviewed on 23 May 2024

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THE BASICS FUKUOKA
Hotel Resol Trinity Hakata
Hotel Resol Trinity Hakata
4 out of 5
4-4-10 Nakasu Hakata-ku, Fukuoka, Fukuoka-ken
The price is NZ$158 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
NZ$158
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Fukuoka. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"overall good hotel and excellent location"

Reviewed on 21 May 2024

Hotel Resol Trinity Hakata
THE BLOSSOM HAKATA Premier
THE BLOSSOM HAKATA Premier
4 out of 5
2-8-12 Hakataekimae, Hakata-Ku, Fukuoka, Fukuoka
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Fukuoka. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 coffee shops/cafes, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
"Wonderful stay!"

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

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THE BLOSSOM HAKATA Premier
Mitsui Garden Hotel Fukuoka Nakasu
Mitsui Garden Hotel Fukuoka Nakasu
4 out of 5
Nakasu 5-5-1, Hakata, Fukuoka, Fukuoka
The price is NZ$188 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
NZ$188
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Fukuoka. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (653 reviews)
"There is another Mitsui Garden Hotel so you may end up in the wrong Mitsui Garden Hotel in Fuokoka. Best value hotel near train station, shopping centre and places to visit. Good alternative for less pricer option."

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

Mitsui Garden Hotel Fukuoka Nakasu
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Other neighbourhoods around Sawara Ward

Kitakyushu featuring food

Jonan Ward

Check out the parks while you're in Jonan Ward. Hop on the metro at Fukudai-mae Station and Nanakuma Station to see top sights like Aburayama Shimin no Mori and Yusentei Park.

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Muromi

Even though there aren't top sights in Muromi, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Mizuho PayPay Dome Fukuoka. Jump on the metro at Muromi Station to see more of the city.

Muromi
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Minami Ward

You'll enjoy the monuments and parks in Minami Ward. You might want to make time for a stop at Sarayama Central Park or Haniyasu Shrine.

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Yakuin-horibata

Be sure to check out the restaurants and gardens while you're strolling through Yakuin-horibata, and hop on the metro at Yakuin-odori Station to see more of the surrounding area.

Yakuin-horibata
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Chuo Ward

4.5/5(9 area reviews)

Chuo Ward is a destination travellers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Akasaka Station or Sakurazaka Station to explore sights like Mizuho PayPay Dome Fukuoka.

Chuo Ward
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Shiobaru

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Shiobaru and surrounding area, you can visit LaLaport Fukuoka and Sumiyoshi Shrine.

Shiobaru

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