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’s 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 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.
Overview
Spanning 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.
Detail
Flip the map for a detailed view of key areas like Tenjin, Kawabata, and Hakata, perfect for exploring the city’s bustling centers.
Convenience Meets Practicality
While 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.
Availability
Published 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.
By the Numbers
– Active since 2009
– 100,000 copies for 2026 Spring/Summer
– Spring/Summer and Fall/Winter editions
– Over 260 distribution points
– Advertisement opportunities: sales@fukuoka-now.com
Where to Find Now Map
Available at major info counters in airports, train stations, and cultural spots. Notably:
• Fukuoka Airport Information Counter / 福岡空港国際観光案内所 (Map)
• JR Hakata Station General Information Center / 博多駅総合案内所 (Map)
• Fukuoka City Tourist Information (Tenjin) / 福岡天神観光案内所 (Map)
• Hakata Port Internaitonal tarminal Information / 博多港国際ターミナル総合案内所 (Map)
Acknowledging Our Advertisers
Our 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.
Shopping
• AMU HAKATA (Map)
• AMU EST (Map)
• Book Off (Map)
• Bayside Place Hakata (Map)
• DEITOS（Map）
• Fukuoka Mitsukoshi (Map)
• Iwataya (Map)
• JR Hakata City (Map)
• Kokura Izutsuya (Map)
• Mina Tenjin (Map)
• Ming (Map)
• MrMax (Map)
• Solaria Plaza (Map)
• The Outlets Kitakyushu (Map)
• WSP（Map）
Food & Drink
• Asahi Beer & Fukuoka Yatai (Food stall)
• CANAL Gourmet Street KUOHKA (Map)
• Eat Fukuoka (vegan, vegetarian, halal-friendly dishes）
• Ekikara Sanbyappo Yokocho (Map)
• Grand Hyatt Fukuoka & The Market F & Bar Fizz (Map)
• Hakata Eki Chikagai (Map)
• Hakata Ichibangai (Map)
• Hakata Men Kaido (Map)
• Ichiran (Map)
• Oishii Koriya (Map)
• Potama (Map)
• Saga Shuzo Concept Shop (Map)
• Wolfgang’s Steak House Fukuoka (Map)
Transportation
• All Kyushu Pass (Kyushu round trip digital ticket for foreign visitors）
• Fukuoka Bicycle Parking Guide (Indoor Spaces for 100+ Bicycles in Tenjin & Hakata)
• Fukuoka City Subway
• JR-WEST Hakata~ Kokura One-way ticket (For visitors to Japan only)
• Nishitetsu Bus Airport International Terminal City Bus (Hakata Station, Tenjin)
• Nishitetsu Bus Fukuoka City One-Day Pass
• Nishitetsu Bus Fukuoka Open Top Bus
• Nishitetsu Trains Dazaifu and Yanagawa Sightseeing Ticket Pack
• Nishitetsu Trains Value Ticket
• The Rail Kitchen Chikugo
• Yasukawa taxi
Sightseeing
• Boat Race Fukuoka (Map)
• East&West Coast (Shikanoshima, Futamigaura)
• Enjoy Kyushu
• Fukuoka Castle & Maizuru Park (Map)
• Hakata Traditional Craft and Design Museum (Map)
• Kitakyushu Museum of Natural History and Human History (Map)
• Kokura Castle (Map)
• Mojiko Retro (Map)
• Mt. Sarakura (Map)
Fukuoka Now Seasonal Guides
• Fukuoka Beach Guide (July and August)
• Fukuoka Fireworks Guide (July to September)
• Hakata Dontaku Guide (July 1-15)
• Hakata Gion Yamakasa Guide (May 3 & 4)
Now Map Fukuoka 2026 Spring / Summer Edition
Media Name: Now Map Fukuoka
Publication Date: April 2026 (Next issue scheduled: October 2026)
Print Run: 100,000 copies
Publisher: Fukuoka Now Ltd. (www.fukuoka-now.com)
Since launching the monthly magazine Fukuoka Now in December 1998, we have been documenting and sharing “Fukuoka Now” 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’s international community and visiting travelers.