Higashi Ward Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Higashi Ward
Popular places to visit
Port of Hakata
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Port of Hakata during your travels in Fukuoka. Amble around the area's marina or visit its monuments.
Marine World Uminonakamichi
Take the children to visit the sea creatures at Marine World Uminonakamichi during your trip to Fukuoka. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its shops.
Uminonakamichi Seaside Park
Explore the great outdoors at Uminonakamichi Seaside Park, a lovely green space in Fukuoka. Wander the beaches and seaside while you're in the area.
Island City Central Park
Explore the great outdoors at Island City Central Park, a lovely green space in Fukuoka. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its shops.
Hakozaki Shrine
After visiting Hakozaki Shrine, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Fukuoka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Kashiikaen Amusement Park
Enjoy the thrill rides with your children at Kashiikaen Amusement Park as part of your trip to Fukuoka. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its shops.
Activities
Japan: Takachiho Gorge & Aso Volcano Kusasenri Day Tour (with Boating)
From Fukuoka: Miyazaki, Takachiho Gorge and Shrines Day Tour
teamLab Forest Fukuoka an Immersive Art Experience Ticket
From Fukuoka: Takachiho Gorge, Shrines, & Cave Day Trip
Fukuoka: Seafood Market and Local Flavors Tour with Dazaifu
Our pick of the best Higashi Ward Hotel Deals
THE BLOSSOM HAKATA Premier
Breakfast not offered in hotel but in restaurant 2 floors below the Lobby. Quality of food on offer 3 stars or below. We paid over $330 per night for a small room, old furniture, old carpets and mattresses on beds almost as hard as lying on bricks. This hotel in NO WAY deserves a 9.4 rating. We were ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Hotel Hokke Club Fukuoka
Our stay was very nice and pleasant. The best breakfast buffet we ever experienced. There were many varieties of food to choose from. The staff, they were all courteous and polite. The room was small, but it was quiet and clean. Onsen was never crowded. We enjoyed it with perfect temperature. Highly ...
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Mitsui Garden Hotel Fukuoka Gion
Great location. It would have been nice if they offered more coffee in the room.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Nishitetsu Grand Hotel
We had a great stay at Nishitetsu Grand Hotel. The superior triple room was very spacious, perfect for three of us with about seven luggages. The double beds were big enough that we didn’t even need the third (foldable futon sofa bed), so we folded it up & used it as a sofa, which made the room feel ...
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
JR KYUSHU HOTEL Blossom Hakata Chuo
Location is absolute best!
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Plaza Hotel Premier
We had a pleasant stay at Plaza Hotel Premier Fukuoka. The room was the usual compact size for a Japanese hotel, but the central location was excellent — perfect for exploring the city.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Higashi Ward
Hakozaki
If you're spending time in Hakozaki, check out sights like Port of Hakata or Kaizukakotsu Park and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Hakozaki-kyudaimae Station or Hakozaki-miyamae Station.
Susakimachi
Susakimachi is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like Canal City Hakata and Fukuoka Anpanman Children's Museum if you have time to explore the area.
Nakasu
Get to know Nakasu by checking out its shopping, river views and restaurants. Consider a visit to nearby sights like Canal City Hakata or Kawabatadori Shopping Street during your time in the area.
Nishinakasu
While visiting Nishinakasu, you might make a stop by sights like Fukuhaku Deai Bridge and Former Prefectural Hall & Official Guest House.
Gionmachi
If you're spending time in Gionmachi, check out sights like Canal City Hakata or Hakata Old Town and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kushida Shrine Station or Gion Station.
Tenjin
Unique features of Tenjin include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Solaria Plaza or Yatai while you're exploring the area.
