Fukuoka (prefecture)
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Fukuoka prefecture (福岡県 Fukuoka-ken) is the most populous prefecture of Kyushu, Japan with a population of over 5 million.
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Cities
- Fukuoka, part of which is also known as Hakata, is the largest city in Kyushu by population (over 1.3 million). There's a lot to see here, and if you're just stopping by in Fukuoka prefecture this epynomous city is a good place to stay and see.
- Kitakyushu is the largest city in Kyushu by area (486 square km). It is best known for its industry but there's so much more to see and enjoy.
- Kurume (久留米) is a small city in the south of Fukuoka, not very attractive.
- Yanagawa (柳川) is a small, beautiful city with many old shrines and mansions that can be toured on its canals.
Other destinations
- Yoshinogari (吉野ヶ里) has famous, recently discovered ruins.
- Yabahita Hikosan (耶馬日田英彦山) is a "quasi-national park" containing Mt. Hiko.
- The Aso caldera is the largest caldera in the world. Drive around the outside of the caldera; there are a few hills where you can get a spectacular 360-degree view of the caldera, the nearby mountain range, the cities within it, and Mt. Kujuu to the north.
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By plane
Fukuoka city's airport is the busiest on Kyushu and fields a fair number of international flights too, e.g. to South Korea, China and Taiwan.
By train
Fukuoka city and Kitakyushu city are both on the shinkansen line that runs to and from Tokyo.
By bus
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During the winter months (through February), take a ride down a scenic canal in one of 150 small "kotatsu-bune" boats. In the boat, you keep your legs covered with a "kotatsu" quilt, while sitting at a low table equipped with a charcoal braziers. During the ride you can often enjoy cups of hot sake and mikan (mandarin orange) citrus fruits, common to this area during the winter months.
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