Things to do in Shime

Fukuoka · 11.9km from Shime

1.4k reviews

•234m seaside tower, Fukuoka landmark •The cityscape of Fukuoka and the beautiful scenery of Hakata Bay unfold in a panoramic view Fukuoka Tower is located by the seaside and stands 234 m tall, making it a landmark of Fukuoka. The tower's body, covered with 8,000 mirror panels, is designed as a soaring triangular prism that radiates light day and night with an extraordinary presence. For enjoying the night view, there is no better place in all of Fukuoka. Take the elevator to the observation deck at 123 m, and through the 360-degree floor-to-ceiling windows, the dazzling lights of the entire coastal city flicker right beneath your feet. Night light show: walk down one floor along the stairs to reach the café, order a cocktail and sit for a while, quietly taking in Fukuoka's bustling night scenery. In addition, on evenings during Tanabata or Christmas, the mirror windows are decorated with neon lights, presenting an impressive nighttime light show. A dating spot for couples: on the 3rd floor observation room there is also a heart-shaped arch; when a couple holds hands and touches the arch, they will be surrounded by a heart shape that lights up. △ In "Fukuoka panorama," you can enjoy the sparkling Hakata Bay, the enchanting sunset, and the romantic Fukuoka night view through time-lapse videos... △ Enjoy lunch and coffee under the blue sky, and in the evening, savor a romantic moment while gazing at the sparkling night view.

No. 2 of Night Attractions in Fukuoka

Ohori Park

5.8

Fukuoka · 9.6km from Shime

421 reviews

Ohori Park features a unique waterscape formed by its expansive lake, small islands scattered throughout, and the stone bridges that connect them. The lake was originally the moat of the Fukuoka Castle Ruins. The park opened in 1929, and the lake covers approx. half of the park's area. Nakanoshima Island is connected by several bridges, and the Ukimido Hall on the island is a representative view. The walking path around the lake is approx. 2 km long, making it suitable for walking, jogging, and cycling. Boat rental facilities are available by the lake, allowing visitors to enjoy the scenery of the lakeshore and islands from the water. In spring, cherry blossoms bloom along the lake, while in winter, water birds often stop by. The park also features a Japanese garden, the Fukuoka Art Museum, and a Noh theater. The Japanese garden showcases traditional styles with its pond, artificial hills, dry landscape (karesansui), and tea house, offering changing scenery throughout the seasons; the Fukuoka Art Museum houses works by artists such as Dalí, Miró, and Chagall, as well as a collection of ancient Japanese art; and the Noh theater is used for traditional performances such as Noh and Kyogen. In addition, the park has a children's play area, providing leisure space for visitors of all ages.

No. 14 of Family-friendly Attractions in Japan

Marine World

6.6

Fukuoka · 13.2km from Shime

818 reviews

Marine World Umi-no-nakamichi, located in Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture, opened in 1989 with the concept of being "an aquarium that adults can enjoy as well." This aquarium exhibits approximately 350 species and 30,000 marine creatures. It features a beautiful exterior reminiscent of a white shell. It has four floors above ground, a site area of 48,000㎡, and a total floor space of 21,400㎡. It is one of the top five aquariums in Japan. One of the most popular attractions at Marine World Umi-no-Nakamichi is the performance show featuring dolphins and sea lions. A wide variety of dolphins, including Pacific white-sided dolphins, bottlenose dolphins, and short-finned pilot whales, appear here and perform in perfect harmony with their trainers. The dolphins are particularly impressive when they jump across the pool or when the trainers perform tricks while riding on the dolphins' backs. In addition, at the end of the show, there is a unique element where the dolphins throw a ball towards the audience with their tails, making the audience feel even closer to the dolphins.

No. 2 of Family-friendly Attractions in Fukuoka

teamLab Forest Fukuoka

5.6

Fukuoka · 10.8km from Shime

304 reviews

teamLab Forest FukuokaA brand-new interactive museum where your body and art come together to play teamLab Forest Fukuoka is an experiential museum created by the art collective TeamLab that combines digital art with physical movement. Located in "BOSS E · ZO FUKUOKA" adjacent to Fukuoka PayPay Dome, it has gained attention as a new tourist attraction representing Fukuoka. Capture and Collect in the Forest | An Experience of Discovery, Exploration and Learning In "Capture and Collect the Forest," you can explore the museum with your smartphone, feeling like you're on a jungle adventure. You can observe and study the peculiar creatures freely moving along walls and floors, then create your own illustrated collection book. This is a brand-new learning space where you can happily play while expanding your interest in nature and living creatures through the "catch, observe, release" experience. △Motion Forest - Immerse Yourself in the Experience The Challenge Forest is an area where you can jump, climb, slide, and fully immerse yourself in an interactive visual space. In the three-dimensional space where the digital and physical worlds converge, children can immerse themselves in fun while naturally developing their spatial awareness and sense of balance. A digital art world for all ages, offering immersive sensory experiences Vibrant, shimmering animals and spaces that respond to sound and light create a multi-sensory experience engaging sight, hearing, touch, and movement—immersing you in the feeling of "stepping into art." Many of its features appeal not only to children but also to adults. Immersive art experience only in Fukuoka teamLab Forest Fukuoka isA one-of-a-kind museum that blends digital art with immersive physical experiences. Come experience this brand-new way of appreciating art that goes beyond just "seeing"—it gets you moving and feeling.

No. 5 of Best Things to Do in Fukuoka

BOSS E · ZO FUKUOKA

5.6

4.3/5

18 reviews

BOSS E · ZO FUKUOKA is an entertainment complex filled with innovative contentHead to Fukuoka's new landmark, the Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks entertainment facility, right next to the Fukuoka Marine Stadium. Enjoy fun on every floor, including the super popularteamLab Museum, VR amusement park, thrilling rides with spectacular views in Japan, and more. Experience a 100-meter-long tubular waterslide that takes you from 40 meters high down the building's exterior to the ground. Immerse yourself in the teamLab Museum located in Fukuoka. A futuristic sports museum showcasing the charm of Sadaharu Oh and the joy of sports. Don't miss the unique dining experiences available only here.

Fukuoka · 10.8km from Shime

No. 1 of Fall Viewing Attractions in Fukuoka

Kushida Shrine

5.3

Fukuoka · 6.4km from Shime

355 reviews

Kushida Shrine has been an important guardian shrine for the Hakata area since ancient times, and locals affectionately call it "Kushida-san." The shrine is closely linked to the Hakata Gion Yamakasa festival held every July, a tradition spanning hundreds of years that has been inscribed on the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage list. The "Oiyama" race held on the early morning of July 15 is a key part of the festival, where teams carry Yamakasa floats weighing approx. 1 ton and run along a route of approx. 5 km, creating a vibrant atmosphere. The shrine grounds feature a permanent display of ornate decorative Yamakasa floats, standing over 10m tall, whose intricate decorations showcase traditional craftsmanship and serve as a representative view. Near the entrance stands the Kushida Ginkgo tree, said to be over 1,000 years old, with lush foliage that, together with the ancient shrine buildings, evokes a profound sense of history. In early spring, the Kawazu cherry blossoms on the grounds bloom, adding a soft spring touch to the shrine. Whether you are admiring traditional architecture, learning about Hakata customs, or experiencing local festival culture, this place showcases distinct regional characteristics.

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Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine

4.8

Dazaifu · 9.3km from Shime

728 reviews

Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine is a historic shrine in Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan, built over the grave of Sugawara no Michizane, and is an important center for Tenmangu shrines across Japan. Sugawara no Michizane was exiled to Dazaifu due to political strife during the Heian period and passed away there. He was later revered as the deity of learning and culture, making this a long-standing place of worship for those praying for academic success and success in exams. Upon entering the grounds, the Shinji-ike Pond and the three arched bridges spanning it form an iconic view. The pond is named for its resemblance to the character for "heart," and the three bridges symbolize the past, present, and future, respectively. Several stone statues of reclining sacred oxen are scattered throughout the grounds, reflecting the traditional connection between the ox and Sugawara no Michizane. The Tobiume (Flying Plum Tree) beside the main hall carries the legend of a plum tree that flew here from Kyoto in a single night. It is the first to bloom each year, adding vitality to the spring. The garden is planted with approx. 200 varieties and 6,000 plum trees, creating a particularly rich landscape during the blooming season, and you can also enjoy irises in early summer. Traditional festivals and cultural events are also preserved here. The Usokae ritual held every January involves exchanging wooden bird carvings to express wishes, and the Kyokusui no En (Winding Stream Banquet) is held on the first Sunday of March, where participants dressed in Heian-period attire recite poems by the flowing water, recreating the elegance of ancient banquets. After your visit, you can stroll along the approach and taste Umegae Mochi, a grilled rice cake with a crispy exterior and red bean filling, to experience the local traditional food culture.

No. 7 of Best Things to Do in Fukuoka

Fukuoka Castle Ruins

4.6

4.5/5

132 reviews

Fukuoka Castle Ruins are located west of the Naka River and east of Ohori Park. This is a nationally designated historic site, also known by the names "Fukuoka Castle Ruins" and "Stone Castle." Kuroda Nagamasa was granted the 520,000-koku fief of Chikuzen for his distinguished military service at the Battle of Sekigahara. Starting in 1600, he spent 7 years building this castle. The entire structure is a large-scale hirayamajiro (flatland-mountain castle). Due to wars and various destructive factors, only the Otemon Gate, Den Shiomi-Yagura Turret, the Nagayamamon Gate of Mori Taibei's residence, the Honmaru (main bailey), Ninomaru (second bailey), and Sannomaru (third bailey) stone walls remain. Additionally, the castle grounds house an athletics stadium, the Heiwadai Baseball Stadium, and the Heiwadai Athletic Stadium, which is famous as the starting point for the Fukuoka International Marathon. It is said that the castle was never built with a main keep (tenshukaku), but it was famous for having three keep foundations—large, medium, and small—and 47 watchtowers. The moat contains sedge, a natural wild vegetation monument designated by Fukuoka Prefecture, and the Man'yo Tanka Inscription stands within the castle grounds. Recently, ruins of the Korokan Ruins Museum (Korokan Ruins Museum), a guesthouse from theDazaifu Tenmangu Shrineera, were discovered near the Heiwadai Baseball Stadium. Today, the site, which includes remnants such as the main gate, is open to the public as Maizuru Park.

Fukuoka · 9km from Shime

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Maizuru Park

4.5

240 reviews

Maizuru Park is built on the site of the Fukuoka Castle Ruins. Today, most of the castle structures no longer exist, but ruins such as the stone walls, inner moat, Shiomi Yagura, and Tamon Yagura remain in the park. From the castle keep ruins, you can overlook a panoramic view of downtown Fukuoka, making it a popular viewing spot in the park. The Korokan Ruins Museum is buried beneath the park, and the park features an exhibition hall displaying related excavated artifacts. Cherry blossoms are a major highlight here, and the view of them against the backdrop of the moat and stone walls is quite unique. In addition to cherry blossom viewing in spring, the park also features specialized gardens such as a plum garden and a peony and herbaceous peony garden, where plum blossoms, peonies, wisteria, hydrangeas, lotus flowers, and camellias bloom in turn throughout the seasons.

Fukuoka · 9km from Shime

No. 2 of Best Things to Do in Dazaifu

Kyushu National Museum

4.4

Dazaifu · 9.8km from Shime

119 reviews

The Kyushu National Museum opened in 2005. It is said to be the largest of the national museums in Japan. It mainly displays precious cultural relics from the Paleolithic period to the Meiji period in the Kyushu area. Of course, there are also many Asian, especially some Art treasures of ancient China. Architectural Features The building of the museum itself is very distinctive. It uses double-layer glass as the main exterior. The clean and bright glass reflects the surrounding green mountains and green trees. A scene shot. In the museum, you can enjoy the light from nature, which is very pleasant. Experience History and Culture The Kyushu National Museum has a modern and beautiful appearance, but has a quaint historical connotation. Unlike other museums that focus on the display of art, the museum in Kyushu emphasizes giving visitors an in-depth experience of history and culture. You can see a large number of historical relics here, and learn about Japan's past and how Japanese culture has gradually formed. of. In this elegantly arranged exhibition hall, it should be quite romantic and comfortable to savor the cultural works endowed by history.

No. 19 of Family-friendly Attractions in Japan

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