{"id":172998,"date":"2025-09-18T09:36:04","date_gmt":"2025-09-18T00:36:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/?p=172998&#038;lang=en"},"modified":"2025-09-18T09:36:04","modified_gmt":"2025-09-18T00:36:04","slug":"how-to-get-to-fukuoka-tower","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/en\/how-to-get-to-fukuoka-tower\/","title":{"rendered":"A Must-Visit in Fukuoka! How to Get to Fukuoka Tower \u2013 2025 Edition"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Fukuoka Tower is one of the city\u2019s most iconic landmarks and a favorite destination for visitors. Though it sits just a little outside the city center, the reward is spectacular views of both the sea and sky. Here\u2019s how to get there easily from Tenjin, Hakata, and Ohori Park.<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-173000\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/fn_gofukuoka-fukuokatower_2025_WEB-002.jpeg?resize=1400%2C1050&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Fukuoka Tower, \u798f\u5ca1\u30bf\u30ef\u30fc\" width=\"1400\" height=\"1050\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/fn_gofukuoka-fukuokatower_2025_WEB-002.jpeg?w=1400&amp;ssl=1 1400w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/fn_gofukuoka-fukuokatower_2025_WEB-002.jpeg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/fn_gofukuoka-fukuokatower_2025_WEB-002.jpeg?resize=1024%2C768&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/fn_gofukuoka-fukuokatower_2025_WEB-002.jpeg?resize=768%2C576&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Highlights of Fukuoka Tower<\/strong><br \/>\nRising 234 meters, Fukuoka Tower holds the title of Japan\u2019s tallest seaside tower. From the top-floor observation deck, 123 meters above ground, you can take in sweeping 360-degree panoramas of Fukuoka\u2019s skyline and Hakata Bay. On a clear day, the deep blue sea and sky seem endless. Sunset paints the bay in glowing colors, while night brings sparkling city lights that stretch as far as the eye can see. After dark, the tower itself transforms with seasonal illuminations\u2014making it worth visiting more than once.<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-173002\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/fn_gofukuoka-fukuokatower_2025_WEB-004.jpeg?resize=1400%2C1050&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Fukuoka Tower, \u798f\u5ca1\u30bf\u30ef\u30fc\" width=\"1400\" height=\"1050\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/fn_gofukuoka-fukuokatower_2025_WEB-004.jpeg?w=1400&amp;ssl=1 1400w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/fn_gofukuoka-fukuokatower_2025_WEB-004.jpeg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/fn_gofukuoka-fukuokatower_2025_WEB-004.jpeg?resize=1024%2C768&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/fn_gofukuoka-fukuokatower_2025_WEB-004.jpeg?resize=768%2C576&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Fukuoka Tower<\/strong><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/xLiFK7Xb3xe1urx48\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">2-3-26 Momochihama, Sawara-ku, Fukuoka City<\/a><br \/>\nHours: 9:30\u201322:00 (last entry 21:30)<br \/>\nClosed: June 29 (Mon) and 30 (Tue), 2026<br \/>\nAdmission: Adults \u00a51,000 \/ Elementary &amp; junior high students \u00a5500 \/ Children (4 and up) \u00a5200<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.fukuokatower.co.jp\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.fukuokatower.co.jp\/<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>How to Get to Fukuoka Tower<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>There are two main ways to reach the tower.<br \/>\nThe most straightforward option is the bus. Hop off at either \u201cFukuoka Tower (TNC Broadcasting Hall)\u201d or \u201cFukuoka Tower Minamiguchi,\u201d and the tower will be right in front of you. From major hubs like Hakata or Tenjin, bus access is especially convenient, though stops can be a little tricky to find elsewhere.<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-173007\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/fn_gofukuoka-fukuokatower_2025_WEB-009.jpeg?resize=1400%2C1050&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Nishitetsu Bus, \u897f\u9244\u30d0\u30b9\" width=\"1400\" height=\"1050\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/fn_gofukuoka-fukuokatower_2025_WEB-009.jpeg?w=1400&amp;ssl=1 1400w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/fn_gofukuoka-fukuokatower_2025_WEB-009.jpeg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/fn_gofukuoka-fukuokatower_2025_WEB-009.jpeg?resize=1024%2C768&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/fn_gofukuoka-fukuokatower_2025_WEB-009.jpeg?resize=768%2C576&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-173011\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/fn_gofukuoka-fukuokatower_2025_WEB-010.jpg?resize=1400%2C1050&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"1400\" height=\"1050\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/fn_gofukuoka-fukuokatower_2025_WEB-010.jpg?w=1400&amp;ssl=1 1400w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/fn_gofukuoka-fukuokatower_2025_WEB-010.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/fn_gofukuoka-fukuokatower_2025_WEB-010.jpg?resize=1024%2C768&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/fn_gofukuoka-fukuokatower_2025_WEB-010.jpg?resize=768%2C576&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The other option is the subway. Trains connect from Hakata, Tenjin, Fukuoka Airport, Nakasu-Kawabata, and Ohori Park. Get off at Nishijin Station, and from there it\u2019s either a short bus ride or a pleasant 20-minute walk through the lively Nishijin neighborhood. Strolling is a great way to enjoy a more local side of Fukuoka on your way to the tower.<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-173006\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/fn_gofukuoka-fukuokatower_2025_WEB-008.jpeg?resize=1400%2C1050&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Fukuoka City Subway, \u798f\u5ca1\u5e02\u5730\u4e0b\u9244\" width=\"1400\" height=\"1050\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/fn_gofukuoka-fukuokatower_2025_WEB-008.jpeg?w=1400&amp;ssl=1 1400w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/fn_gofukuoka-fukuokatower_2025_WEB-008.jpeg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/fn_gofukuoka-fukuokatower_2025_WEB-008.jpeg?resize=1024%2C768&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/fn_gofukuoka-fukuokatower_2025_WEB-008.jpeg?resize=768%2C576&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Transportation from Main Starting Points<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>\u2460 From Hakata<\/strong><br \/>\nBus (about 25 minutes, \u00a5260): From Hakata Bus Terminal 1F, Bay 6, take Nishitetsu Bus #306 and get off at \u201cFukuoka Tower Minamiguchi.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Subway (about 13 minutes, \u00a5260 + 20 min walk): From Hakata Station, take the K\u016bk\u014d (Airport) Line to Nishijin Station. From Nishijin, see option \u2463.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u2461 From Tenjin<\/strong><br \/>\nBus (about 15 minutes, \u00a5260): From Tenjin Expressway Bus Terminal, Bay 1A, take Nishitetsu Bus #W1 or #302 and get off at \u201cFukuoka Tower (TNC Broadcasting Hall)\u201d or \u201cFukuoka Tower Minamiguchi.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Subway (about 8 minutes, \u00a5260 + 20 min walk): From Tenjin Station, take the K\u016bk\u014d (Airport) Line to Nishijin Station. From Nishijin, see option \u2463.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u2462 From Ohori Park<\/strong><br \/>\nBus (about 20 minutes, \u00a5210): From \u014chori bus stop, take Nishitetsu Bus #15 or #20 and get off at \u201cFukuoka Tower (TNC Broadcasting Hall).\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Subway (about 3 minutes, \u00a5210 + 20 min walk): From \u014chori K\u014den Station, take the K\u016bk\u014d (Airport) Line to Nishijin Station. From Nishijin, see option \u2463.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u2463 From Nishijin<\/strong><br \/>\nBus (about 10 minutes, \u00a5210): From Nishijin Station, Exit 7, walk to the \u201cNishijin-eki\u201d bus stop. Take Nishitetsu Bus #10, #15, #54-1, or #94 and get off at \u201cFukuoka Tower (TNC Broadcasting Hall).\u201d<\/p>\n<p>On Foot (about 20 minutes): From Nishijin Station, Exit 1.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For the latest timetables and service information, check here:<\/strong><br \/>\nNishitetsu Bus (official site)<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nishitetsu.jp\/bus\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.nishitetsu.jp\/bus\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Fukuoka City Subway (official site)<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/subway.city.fukuoka.lg.jp\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/subway.city.fukuoka.lg.jp\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-173003\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/fn_gofukuoka-fukuokatower_2025_WEB-005.jpeg?resize=1400%2C1050&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Fukuoka Tower, \u798f\u5ca1\u30bf\u30ef\u30fc\" width=\"1400\" height=\"1050\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/fn_gofukuoka-fukuokatower_2025_WEB-005.jpeg?w=1400&amp;ssl=1 1400w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/fn_gofukuoka-fukuokatower_2025_WEB-005.jpeg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/fn_gofukuoka-fukuokatower_2025_WEB-005.jpeg?resize=1024%2C768&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/fn_gofukuoka-fukuokatower_2025_WEB-005.jpeg?resize=768%2C576&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Fukuoka Tower is one of the city\u2019s most iconic landmarks and a favorite destination for visitors. 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