{"id":176876,"date":"2026-04-03T15:01:11","date_gmt":"2026-04-03T06:01:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/?page_id=176876&lang=en"},"modified":"2026-04-03T15:01:11","modified_gmt":"2026-04-03T06:01:11","slug":"nowmap","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/en\/nowmap\/","title":{"rendered":"Now Map 2026 Spring\/Summer : Your Essential Free English Guide to Fukuoka City"},"content":{"rendered":"

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\nWelcome to Fukuoka! Whether you’ve arrived by air, rail, or sea, the Now Map is your indispensable guide to the city. Crafted by Fukuoka Now\u2019s seasoned team, this map is the culmination of years of local exploration, designed to showcase the best of Fukuoka to our international visitors.<\/p>\n

Our mission is simple: to enrich your Fukuoka experience. The Now Map is more than a map; it’s a tool for discovery, tailored for English speakers by long-term, non-Japanese residents.<\/p>\n

Overview<\/strong>
\nSpanning from Meinohama in the west to Hakozaki in the east, and from Hakata Port in the north to Minami-koen in the south, the Now Map offers a comprehensive view of the city at a glance. Plan your day with ease, visiting landmarks and local favorites such as Shofukuji and Ohori Park.<\/p>\n

Detail<\/strong>
\nFlip the map for a detailed view of key areas like Tenjin, Kawabata, and Hakata, perfect for exploring the city’s bustling centers.<\/p>\n

Convenience Meets Practicality<\/strong>
\nWhile expansive when unfolded, the Now Map tucks away into your pocket with ease. Unlike a smartphone, it’s always on, always available, and no data charges apply. Scribble notes, chart your journey, and keep it as a memento of your travels.<\/p>\n

Availability<\/strong>
\nPublished biannually in April and October, pick up your free copy from tourist spots, hotels, shopping centers, or directly from our sponsors. Can’t find one? Reach out to us via email.<\/p>\n

By the Numbers<\/strong>
\n– Active since 2009
\n– 100,000 copies for 2026 Spring\/Summer
\n– Spring\/Summer and Fall\/Winter editions
\n– Over 260 distribution points
\n– Advertisement opportunities: sales@fukuoka-now.com<\/p>\n

Where to Find Now Map<\/strong>
\nAvailable at major info counters in airports, train stations, and cultural spots. Notably:<\/p>\n

\u2022 Fukuoka Airport Information Counter \/ \u798f\u5ca1\u7a7a\u6e2f\u56fd\u969b\u89b3\u5149\u6848\u5185\u6240 (Map<\/a>)
\n\u2022 JR Hakata Station General Information Center \/ \u535a\u591a\u99c5\u7dcf\u5408\u6848\u5185\u6240 (Map<\/a>)
\n\u2022 Fukuoka City Tourist Information (Tenjin) \/ \u798f\u5ca1\u5929\u795e\u89b3\u5149\u6848\u5185\u6240 (Map<\/a>)
\n\u2022 Hakata Port Internaitonal tarminal Information \/ \u535a\u591a\u6e2f\u56fd\u969b\u30bf\u30fc\u30df\u30ca\u30eb\u7dcf\u5408\u6848\u5185\u6240 (Map<\/a>)<\/p>\n

Acknowledging Our Advertisers<\/strong>
\nOur heartfelt thanks to the sponsors who make the Now Map possible. Support them as they have supported us. Visit their English or Japanese websites via our links, and find their locations on Google Maps.<\/p>\n

Shopping
\n\u2022 AMU HAKATA<\/a> (Map<\/a>)
\n\u2022 AMU EST<\/a> (Map<\/a>)
\n\u2022 Book Off<\/a> (Map<\/a>)
\n\u2022 Bayside Place Hakata<\/a> (Map<\/a>)
\n\u2022 DEITOS<\/a>\uff08Map<\/a>\uff09
\n\u2022 Fukuoka Mitsukoshi<\/a> (Map<\/a>)
\n\u2022 Iwataya<\/a> (Map<\/a>)
\n\u2022 JR Hakata City<\/a> (Map<\/a>)
\n\u2022 Kokura Izutsuya<\/a> (Map<\/a>)
\n\u2022 Mina Tenjin<\/a> (Map<\/a>)
\n\u2022 Ming<\/a> (Map<\/a>)
\n\u2022 MrMax<\/a> (Map<\/a>)
\n\u2022 Solaria Plaza<\/a> (Map<\/a>)
\n\u2022 The Outlets Kitakyushu<\/a> (Map<\/a>)
\n\u2022 WSP<\/a>\uff08Map<\/a>\uff09<\/p>\n

Food & Drink<\/strong>
\n\u2022 Asahi Beer<\/a> & Fukuoka Yatai<\/a> (Food stall)
\n\u2022 CANAL Gourmet Street KUOHKA<\/a> (Map<\/a>)
\n\u2022 Eat Fukuoka<\/a> (vegan, vegetarian, halal-friendly dishes\uff09
\n\u2022 Ekikara Sanbyappo Yokocho<\/a> (Map)
\n\u2022 Grand Hyatt Fukuoka & The Market F & Bar Fizz (Map<\/a>)
\n\u2022 Hakata Eki Chikagai<\/a> (Map<\/a>)
\n\u2022 Hakata Ichibangai<\/a> (Map<\/a>)
\n\u2022 Hakata Men Kaido<\/a> (Map<\/a>)
\n\u2022 Ichiran<\/a> (Map<\/a>)
\n\u2022 Oishii Koriya<\/a> (Map<\/a>)
\n\u2022 Potama<\/a> (Map<\/a>)
\n\u2022 Saga Shuzo Concept Shop<\/a> (Map<\/a>)
\n\u2022 Wolfgang\u2019s Steak House Fukuoka<\/a> (Map<\/a>)<\/p>\n

Transportation<\/strong>
\n\u2022 All Kyushu Pass<\/a> (Kyushu round trip digital ticket for foreign visitors\uff09
\n\u2022 Fukuoka Bicycle Parking Guide<\/a> (Indoor Spaces for 100+ Bicycles in Tenjin & Hakata)
\n\u2022 Fukuoka City Subway<\/a>
\n\u2022 JR-WEST Hakata~ Kokura One-way ticket<\/a> (For visitors to Japan only)
\n\u2022 Nishitetsu Bus Airport International Terminal City Bus (Hakata Station<\/a>, Tenjin<\/a>)
\n\u2022 Nishitetsu Bus Fukuoka City One-Day Pass<\/a>
\n\u2022 Nishitetsu Bus Fukuoka Open Top Bus<\/a>
\n\u2022 Nishitetsu Trains Dazaifu and Yanagawa Sightseeing Ticket Pack<\/a>
\n\u2022 Nishitetsu Trains Value Ticket<\/a>
\n\u2022 The Rail Kitchen Chikugo<\/a>
\n\u2022 Yasukawa taxi<\/a><\/p>\n

Sightseeing<\/strong>
\n\u2022 Boat Race Fukuoka<\/a> (Map<\/a>)
\n\u2022 East&West Coast<\/a> (Shikanoshima, Futamigaura)
\n\u2022 Enjoy Kyushu<\/a>
\n\u2022 Fukuoka Castle<\/a> & Maizuru Park<\/a> (Map<\/a>)
\n\u2022 Hakata Traditional Craft and Design Museum<\/a> (Map<\/a>)
\n\u2022 Kitakyushu Museum of Natural History and Human History<\/a> (Map<\/a>)
\n\u2022 Kokura Castle<\/a> (Map<\/a>)
\n\u2022 Mojiko Retro<\/a> (Map<\/a>)
\n\u2022 Mt. Sarakura<\/a> (Map<\/a>)<\/p>\n

Fukuoka Now Seasonal Guides<\/strong>
\n\u2022 Fukuoka Beach Guide<\/a> (July and August)
\n\u2022 Fukuoka Fireworks Guide<\/a> (July to September)
\n\u2022 Hakata Dontaku Guide<\/a> (July 1-15)
\n\u2022 Hakata Gion Yamakasa Guide<\/a> (May 3 & 4)<\/p>\n

Now Map Fukuoka 2026 Spring \/ Summer Edition<\/strong>
\nMedia Name: Now Map Fukuoka
\nPublication Date: April 2026 (Next issue scheduled: October 2026)
\nPrint Run: 100,000 copies
\nPublisher: Fukuoka Now Ltd. (www.fukuoka-now.com<\/a>)<\/p>\n

Since launching the monthly magazine Fukuoka Now in December 1998, we have been documenting and sharing \u201cFukuoka Now\u201d through a locally focused international media platform. Based in Fukuoka, we cover events, festivals, current affairs, and local discoveries from an international perspective. Fukuoka Now is an essential resource for both the city\u2019s international community and visiting travelers.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Welcome to Fukuoka! Whether you’ve arrived by air, rail, or sea, the Now Map is your indispensable guide to the city. Crafted by Fukuoka Now\u2019s seasoned team, this map is the culmination of years of local exploration, designed to showcase the best of Fukuoka to our international visitors. Our mission is simple: to enrich your […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":30292,"featured_media":176880,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_locale":"en_US","_original_post":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/?page_id=176876&lang=en","footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-176876","page","type-page","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","en-US"],"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/176876","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/30292"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=176876"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/176876\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":176894,"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/176876\/revisions\/176894"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/176880"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=176876"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}