How to Inspect Fukuoka’s Cultural Tapestry

Alluring. Mysterious. Tranquil. Magnificent. Contemporary. All of these terms could be used to characterise Fukuoka's paradisiacal landscape. There's no denying that this Japanese city deserves that title. Fukuoka is neither terribly antiquated nor too modern to risk losing its rich history. Renowned for being a significant Japanese cultural hub the city depicts its rich heritage in various ways. 

Take part in some vibrant festivals 

Fukuoka is a melting pot of diverse festivals and cultural events. These offer visitors a fantastic way to engage with and discover Fukuoka's rich cultural legacy. One such event is the Hakata Gion Yamakasa festival. Every year, during the first two weeks of July, over a million people from all over the world attend this event. With a history of almost a thousand years, the Hakata Gion Yamakasa festival is aimed at beckoning wealth and good health for all those who take part in the event. Teams towing large floats around the city compete in races as part of the festival. 

The Hakata Dontaku Festival is another important event which is held annually on May 3 and 4. This spirited two-day event sees colourful processions taking to the streets across the city. Another spotlight of the event is choosing and crowning Miss Fukuoka before the entire city. 

Explore religious sites 

Temples, shrines and statues of deities dot Fukuoka and a visit to such places will provide you with a thorough understanding of the moral compass that steers the citizens. 

Kushida Shrine is the oldest and arguably the most well-known Shinto shrine in Japan. It is well-known for playing host to the annual Hakata Gion Yamasaka festival. Built-in 757 AD, the famous shrine has many distinctive features, such as incredible sculptures of the Chinese zodiac.

Another place which is frequently visited by tourists is Nanzoin Temple. Situated to the east of Fukuoka, the site is well known for its enormous reclining Buddha statue located within the temple's grounds. 

If you wish to spend your stay exploring such religious sites it is a good idea to find accommodations close by. Affordable housing options are difficult to find in Fukuoka, particularly in areas with high rents. Therefore Fukuoka coliving accommodations have become a popular trend, especially among those who wish to live on a budget. Stay at a property like lyf Tenjin Fukuoka and you will have historic landmarks like Tochoji Temple and Kushida Shrine close by. 

Encounter traditional arts 

Art lovers should stop by the Fukuoka Art Museum. The place is situated in Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City, Japan. A wide range of artwork from Asia and beyond is housed in the museum's collection. Prehistoric sculptures, important Western artworks and prints, ancient Japanese artwork and antiquities, pre-modern Korean arts and crafts, Japanese, Korean, and Chinese paintings, as well as priceless Buddhist artefacts, are on display here. Other places you can visit to get a taste of local art are the Fukuoka Asian Art Museum, the Kyushu National Museum and the Hakata Traditional Craft and Design Museum.

Stop by some conventional Japanese gardens 

Gorgeous and strollable Japanese gardens can be found sprinkled around the city and the residential neighbourhoods of Fukuoka. Trees, flowers, stones, and ponds adorn each garden, which is planned to showcase natural beauty in all its glory at different times of the year. Ohori Park Japanese Garden, Rakusuien, Shofuen and Yusentei Park are some famous places which are frequented by locals and foreigners. Each site provides a calming experience as you venture through them at your own pace or sit quietly, basking in the beauty of their natural surroundings.