In Fukuoka, there are public pools operated by the local government that anyone can use for a reasonable fee. Whether it’s a rainy day, a cold day, or a hot day when you want to swim without worrying about the sun, indoor pools are incredibly convenient. The water temperature is maintained at a comfortable level throughout the year, and most facilities offer parking, showers, and coin lockers. Since rental services are not available, be sure to bring your own swimsuit and swim cap.
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To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone, Fukuoka’s public pools request the following from all visitors:
• Please refrain from visiting the facility if you’re experiencing symptoms like fever.
• Disinfect your hands upon entering the building.
Before you visit, remember to pack the essentials as rentals are not available. You’ll need a swimsuit, swimming cap, goggles, towels if required, and a bag for your shoes.
On-site facilities include a shower room, an observation room, and coin lockers available for ¥30.
We also have some rules to keep in mind:
1) Infants under the age of 1 are not allowed to swim.
2) Please don’t bring makeup, hairdressing products, mobile phones, cameras, watches, or books to the pool.
3) Taking photos within the pool area is strictly prohibited.
4) Electronic devices, even those that are waterproof, are not allowed in the pool.
5) The use of soap and shampoo in the shower room is not permitted.
6) If you have tattoos, we kindly ask you to cover them up.
Your cooperation is appreciated.
Fukuoka Public Pool Fee
• 5/1~10/31 (2 hours): ¥320, HS ¥160, ES and JHS ¥110
• 11/1~4/30 (2 hours): ¥390, HS ¥210, ES and JHS ¥160
Public pools near Fukuoka City
• Fukuoka Municipal: Chuo Ward Pool
• Fukuoka Municipal: Hakata Ward Pool
• Fukuoka Prefectural: Accion Fukuoka Prefectural Pool Complex
• Fukuoka Municipal: Higashi Ward Pool
• Fukuoka Municipal: Minami Ward Pool
• Fukuoka Municipal: Jonan Ward Pool
• Fukuoka Municipal: Sawara Ward Pool
• Fukuoka Municipal: Fukuoka Municipal Nishi Civic Pool Complex
• Nakagawa Municipal: Mirika Roden Nakagawa
Chuo Ward Public Pool (福岡市立中央市民プール)
Established in 1977 and conveniently located near Nishi Koen, this is the nearest public pool to the city center. You can easily reach it with just a six-minute bus ride from Tenjin.
• Indoor pool: 9:00~21:00
25 m x 6 lanes (1.1~1.2 m deep), children’s lane (0.7 m deep)
• Outdoor pool (only children, 0.3~0.6 m deep): 9:00~18:00 (7/19~8/26)
• Closed: Thu. and 3rd Wed. (open if hol. and closed the next day), year-end hol. (12/28~1/4)
*open every day during 7/19~8/26
• Parking: 24 spaces
• 14-30 Nishikoen, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka
• Access: 30 sec. on foot from Nishitetsu “Chuo Public Swimming Pool” bus stop, 17 min. on foot from “Tojinmachi” Subway Sta.
• http://fukuokashimincf.net/chuopool/english/
Hakata Ward Public Pool (福岡市立博多市民プール)
Tailor your swim to your skill level by choosing the lane that’s right for you, whether that’s for beginners, long-distance swimmers, or walking. To help you plan your visit better, the official web page provides real-time updates on the pool’s congestion status. Make sure to check before you head out!
• Indoor pool: 9:00~21:00
25 m x 6 lanes (1.05~1.15 m deep), children’s lane (0.6~0.7 m deep)
• Outdoor pool (only children, 0.3~0.6m deep): 9:00~18:00 (7/13~7/15, 7/19~8/26) *7/19: 13:00~
• Closed: Wed., 2nd Thu. (open if hol. and closed the next day or a designated day will be specified), year-end hol. (12/28~1/4)
*open every day during 7/19~8/26
• Parking: 70 spaces
• 1-9-15 Higashi-Naka, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka
• Access: 5 min. on foot from Nishitetsu “Kami-Hanmichi-bashi” bus stop
• http://ssk-hakata-pool.com/
Accion Fukuoka Prefectural Pool Complex (アクシオン福岡県立総合プール)
Nestled in Higashi Hirao Park, this multi-purpose facility is designed for competitions and features 50m lanes and a diving pool that meet international competition standards. Adding to its versatility, the 50m pool transforms into a skating rink during the winter season.
Fukuoka Prefectural Pool Complex
• No free-swimming lanes, only available for lap swimming: General use (2 hour): weekday 13:00~, Sat., Sun., and hol. 9:00~ (general use schedule)
• Indoor pool: 50 m x 8 lanes (2~2.2 m deep), 25 m x 8 lanes (1~1.4 m deep)
• Diving pool: 20 m x 22 m x 1 (5 m deep) *advance application is required
• Closed: Mon. (open if hol.), year-end hol. (12/30~1/1)
• Entrance fee (25 m, 50 m pool, 2 hours, including locker fee ¥50): ¥470, HS and JHS ¥370, ES ¥260, seniors ¥50
• 2-1-3 Higashi-Hiraokoen, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka
• Access: 4 min. on foot from Nishitetsu “Accion Fukuoka-mae” bus stop
• http://www.sponet.pref.fukuoka.jp/accions/k_pool01
Higashi Ward Public Pool (福岡市立東市民プール)
Situated right next to Najima Sports Park, this pool offers more than just a place to cool off. It’s an active hub where swimming classes for beginners, long-distance swimming, and even pool walking sessions are conducted in the indoor pool. Come along and join the aquatic fun!
• Indoor pool: 9:00~21:00
25 m x 6 lanes (1.1~1.2 m deep), children’s lane (0.7 m deep)
• Outdoor pool (only children, 0.3~0.6 m deep): 9:00~18:00 (7/19~8/26)
• Closed: Fri. (open if hol. and closed the next Mon.), the last Thu. (open if hol. and a designated day will be specified), year-end hol. (12/28~1/4)
*open every day during 7/19~8/26
• Parking: 76 spaces
• 2-42-1 Najima, Higashi-ku, Fukuoka
• Access: 5 min. on foot from Nishitetsu “Najima” bus stop, 10 min. on foot from Nishitetsu Kaizuka Line “Najima” Sta.
• http://fukuokashimincf.net/higashipool/english/
Minami Ward Public Pool (福岡市立南市民プール)
Conveniently located just a 10-minute bus ride from Nishitetsu Ohashi Station, the pool offers a range of lane options tailored to your swimming level – whether you’re a beginner, a long-distance swimmer, or someone who prefers a leisurely walking course. To help you plan your visit, our official web page provides real-time updates on the pool’s congestion status. Dive in when the time is right!
• Indoor pool: 9:00~21:00
25 m x 6 lanes (1.1~1.2 m deep), children’s lane (0.7 m deep)
• Outdoor pool (only children, 0.3~0.6m deep): 9:00~18:00 (7/13~7/15, 7/19~8/26)
• Closed : Thu. (open if hol. and closed the next day), last day of every month (open if Sat. and Sun. and a designated day will be specified), year-end hol. (12/26~1/4)
*open every day during 7/19~8/26
• Parking: 50 spaces
• 3-31-1 Miyake, Minami-ku, Fukuoka
• Access: 3 min. on foot from Nishitetsu “Wada” bus stop
• http://ssk-minami-pool.com/
Jonan Ward Pool (福岡市立城南市民プール)
Among the citizen pools in Fukuoka, the Jonan Ward Pool stands out for having an indoor pool specifically for toddlers. In preparation for the 2024 WorldAquatics, the facility underwent extensive renovations. These upgrades included the installation of non-slip mats and heaters in the indoor pool, converting the shower rooms into private stalls, and updating the facility’s signage to a universal design. These improvements have made the pool even more comfortable and user-friendly.
• Indoor pool: 9:00~21:00
25 m x 6 lanes (1.2~1.3 m deep), children’s lane (0.9 m deep), children’s pool (0.3~0.4 m deep)
• Outdoor pool (only children, 0.3~0.6 m deep): 9:00~18:00 (7/13~7/15, 7/19~8/26)
• Closed: Tue., 2nd Wed. (open if hol. and closed the next day), year-end hol. (12/28~1/4)
*open every day during 7/19~8/26
• Parking: 62 spaces
• 1-5-1 Katae, Jonan-ku, Fukuoka
• Access: 1 min. on foot from Nishitetsu “Jonan Public Swimming Pool” bus stop
• https://www.central.co.jp/club/p-jonan/
Sawara Ward Public Pool (福岡市立早良市民プール)
Established in 1974, this venue holds the title of the oldest public pool in Fukuoka City. The indoor facility is divided into six lanes for adults and an additional dedicated lane for children.
• Indoor pool: 9:00~21:00
25 m x 6 lanes (1.1~1.2 m deep), children’s lane (0.7 m deep)
• Outdoor pool (only children, 0.3~0.6 m deep): 9:00~18:00 (7/13~7/15, 7/19~8/26)
• Closed: Wed., 3rd Thu. (open if hol. and closed the next day), year-end hol. (12/28~1/4)
*open every day during 7/19~8/26
• Closure due to renovations: Sep. 1, 2024 to Jun. 30, 2025
• Parking: 44 spaces
• 1-3-15 Akebono, Sawara-ku, Fukuoka
• Access: 2 min. on foot from Nishitetsu “Akebono 2 chome” bus stop, 5 min. on foot from Nishitetsu “Sohara” bus stop, 10 min. on foot from Nishitetsu “Josei-bashi” bus stop
• https://www.central.co.jp/club/p-sawara/
Fukuoka Municipal Nishi Civic Pool Complex (福岡市立総合西市民プール)
After a year of renovation, the Comprehensive Nishi Civic Pool Complex reopened in June 2021. It features both 25-meter and 50-meter pools with depths ranging from around 1 meter to over 3 meters, making it the largest and most user-friendly facility in the city. However, please note that the pools may be unavailable for public use on days when competitions are held. Be sure to check the schedule in advance.
Photo from Fukuoka Municipal Nishi Civic Pool Complex Facebook
• Indoor pool: 9:00~21:00
Main pool: 50 m x 10 lanes *the pool is typically divided into a 25 m section with a depth of 3.3 m and another 25 m section with a depth of 1.2 m.
Sub pool: 25m x 7 lanes (weekdays: 1.1 m deep, Sat., Sun., and summer: 1.0 m deep)
Children’s pool (0.3~0.35 m deep)
• Closed: Tue., and 4th Wed. (open if hol. and closed the next day), year-end hol. (12/28~1/4)
*open every day during 7/21~8/26
• Parking: 120 spaces
• 1-4-1 Nishinooka, Nishi-ku, Fukuoka
• Access: 1 min. on foot from Nishitetsu “Nishi Public Swimming Pool” bus stop
• http://www.sports-fukuokacity.or.jp/facility/pool_nishi.html
Mirika Roden Indoor Pool (ミリカローデン那珂川屋内プール)
The Mirika Roden complex in Nakagawa City is a cultural facility that features a bright indoor pool with natural lighting, as well as an adjacent training gym and studio. The site also includes the Nakagawa City Library and a café.
• Indoor pool: Tue. ~ Sat. 9:00~23:00, Sun. & hol. 9:00~22:00 (open until 30 minutes before closing time)
25 m x 7 lanes (1.2~1.3 m deep), children’s pool (0.4 m deep), jacuzzi pool
• Closed: Mon. (open if hol. and closed the next day), 12/30~1/3
• Entrance fee (2 hours): ¥440, HS and ES ¥340, JHS ¥220, infants (over 1 y.o.) ¥120, over 65 y.o. ¥220
• 2-6-1 Naka, Nakagawa City, Fukuoka
• Access: 5 min. on foot from Nishitetsu “Nakagawa Junior High Sch. North Entrance” bus stop
• https://ssk-mirika-nakagwa-pool.com/
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