Fukuoka is a city that offers a wide variety of shopping experiences. With many stores offering the latest fashions, delicious gourmet foods, and local specialties, there are plenty of spots for shopaholics to enjoy. This article focuses on popular large-scale shopping facilities in Fukuoka that both children and adults will enjoy.
Canal City Hakata（キャナルシティ博多）
On an area of about 43,500 square meters, this complex offers a variety of things to do, including a shopping mall, movie theater, theater, amusement facility, and hotel. It is 3 minutes from Kushida-jinja-mae Station, but you can also walk there from Hakata Station.
In the center of Canal City Hakata, lined with colorful buildings, flows a 180-meter canal. On the waterfront stage, events by performers, live music and a dynamic fountain show will be held. The fountain show, which incorporates 3D projection mapping, is a must-see.
River Walk Kitakyushu（リバーウォーク北九州）
A large-scale commercial complex located in Kokurakita-ku, Kitakyushu City. Surrounded by lush greenery and history, including the Murasaki River, Kokura Castle, and Katsuyama Park, it is a great location not only for shopping, but also for a refreshing visit to feel nature.
At night, it is very popular for the beautiful illumination of Kokura Castle in front of it. Located not only in a movie theater, stores, and gourmet restaurants, but also in a theater and art museum, it is a multi-purpose space that can be used for a variety of purposes. If it starts to rain while you are sightseeing at Kokura Castle, why not turn to River Walk Kitakyushu?
Bayside Place Hakata（ベイサイドプレイス博多）
With many events, shopping and dining, adults and children alike can enjoy shopping and dining all day long at this complex. There are events that can be enjoyed throughout the four seasons, such as cherry blossoms in spring, fireworks and beer garden in summer, Halloween in fall, and illumination in winter. The bus is convenient for getting there from Hakata Station, and it takes about 30 minutes.
You can see Hakata Bay from the observation room of the Hakata Port Tower, which is free of admission. When illuminated at night, the Port Tower has a romantic atmosphere and is recommended for dates.
At Bayside Place Hakata, there are many tricks to enjoy no matter how many times you come, such as gourmet food, music events, and hands-on classes for children. The aquarium with its huge cylindrical tank is also very popular among children. There are also bathing facilities, so we recommend taking a bath to refresh yourself before leaving.
Hakata Riverain Mall（博多リバレインモール）
Hakata Riverain Mall is a large complex that includes not only shopping and dining, but also hotels, museums, and theaters. It is directly connected to Nakasu Kawabata Subway Station in the center of Hakata, making transportation convenient and ideal for rainy days.
The restaurants and stores are generally stylish and geared toward adults, but the Fukuoka Anpanman Children’s Museum in Mall is also located here, making it a very popular spot for children. This is a great spot to visit with the family or for a date night for adults.
JR Hakata City Amu Plaza Hakata（JR博多シティ アミュプラザ博多）
In addition to restaurants and shopping areas, this commercial complex includes a movie theater, rooftop garden, and cultural facilities. The facility is directly connected to Hakata Station and sells a wide range of souvenirs, making it a great spot to visit before returning from a trip.
The restaurant floor is very large and offers all kinds of restaurants, including not only Japanese and Western cuisine, but also cafes and izakaya (Japanese style pubs). The rooftop garden is also a hidden gem. It has beautiful flowerbeds with seasonal flowers, as well as viewing and photo spots for children to enjoy.
