Sawara Ward
Popular places to visit
Momochi Beach
Spend a day at this suburban seaside oasis, playing in the water, shopping, dining, learning about local Fukuoka history and taking in the view from Japan’s tallest oceanside tower.
Fukuoka Tower
Japan’s tallest seaside tower has a slick observation deck where you can take in 360-degree views of the city or make a romantic visit to the Lover’s Sanctuary.
Fukuoka City Museum
See Japan’s legendary Gold Seal in this museum that celebrates the multicultural heritage and indigenous life of the people of Fukuoka, Japan’s gateway to Asia for thousands of year
Robosquare
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Robosquare during your trip to Fukuoka. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Canal City Hakata
You can search for that perfect souvenir with a trip to Canal City Hakata, a popular shopping spot in Fukuoka. While in this culturally rich area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Mizuho PayPay Dome Fukuoka
Cheer on the Fukuoka Softbank Hawks, one of Japan’s most beloved and successful baseball teams, in a hyper-modern stadium.
Things to do
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Other neighborhoods around Sawara Ward
Jonan Ward
Check out the parks while you're in Jonan Ward. Hop on the metro at Fukudai-mae Station and Nanakuma Station to see top sights like Aburayama Shimin no Mori and Yusentei Park.
Muromi
Even though there aren't top sights in Muromi, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Mizuho PayPay Dome Fukuoka. Jump on the metro at Muromi Station to see more of the city.
Minami Ward
You'll enjoy the monuments and parks in Minami Ward. You might want to make time for a stop at Sarayama Central Park or Haniyasu Shrine.
Yakuin-horibata
Be sure to check out the restaurants and gardens while you're strolling through Yakuin-horibata, and hop on the metro at Yakuin-odori Station to see more of the surrounding area.
Chuo Ward
You might enjoy the shopping while in Chuo Ward. Mizuho PayPay Dome Fukuoka is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Akasaka Station or Sakurazaka Station to see more of the city.
Shiobaru
Shiobaru might not have many top sights, but LaLaport Fukuoka and Sumiyoshi Shrine are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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- Momochi Beach
- Fukuoka Tower
- Nishijin Shopping District
- Fukuoka City Museum
- Fukuoka City Sogo Library
- Momochi Seaside Park
- Island Park
- Canal City Hakata
- Mizuho PayPay Dome Fukuoka
- Marine Messe Fukuoka
- Port of Hakata
- Marine World Uminonakamichi
- Tenjin Underground Mall
- Kyushu University
- Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine
- Ohori Park
- Fukuoka Anpanman Children's Museum
- Hakataza Theatre
- Nokonoshima Island Park
- Marinoa City
- Fukuoka Kokusai Center
- Fukuoka Ferry Port
- Kushida Shrine
- Fukuoka Mitsukoshi Department Store
- Fukuoka Prefectural Museum of Art
- Uminonakamichi Seaside Park
- Acros Fukuoka Symphony Hall
- Sumiyoshi Shrine
- Kyushu National Museum
- Yanagibashi Rengo Market