{"id":3851,"date":"2023-06-30T09:13:19","date_gmt":"2023-06-30T00:13:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gg.design.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/?post_type=prospective_students&p=3851"},"modified":"2023-07-27T12:03:51","modified_gmt":"2023-07-27T03:03:51","slug":"5-ideas-for-an-unforgettable-day-out-around-fukuoka-with-your-friends","status":"publish","type":"prospective_students","link":"https:\/\/www.gg.design.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/en\/prospective_students\/5-ideas-for-an-unforgettable-day-out-around-fukuoka-with-your-friends","title":{"rendered":"5 Ideas for an Unforgettable Day Out around Fukuoka with Your Friends\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

We get it \u2013 as an international student, you want to make the most out of your time here by exploring every corner of Fukuoka but you\u2019re short on time and money. You\u2019ve also seen most of Fukuoka\u2019s famous attractions like Ohori Park and Dazaifu Tenmangu during orientation and you\u2019re wondering about what else to do with your friends. From outdoor adventures to indoor relaxation sessions, here\u2019s a list of fun ideas for a day out around Fukuoka that (mostly) won\u2019t break the bank! We\u2019ve included an estimate of the time needed and how much you\u2019ll have to spend on each activity.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Visit the cats at Ainoshima Island <\/strong>
Time: 1.5-2 hours (not including transit time) ⌛⌛  
Cost: \u00a5920 (Round trip ticket from Shingu Port) 💲 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Located at the north of Hakata Bay, this tiny island also known as \u201cCat Heaven Island\u201d is home to more than 200 cats \u2013 a massive number given the island\u2019s human population of around 280 residents! Cats wander around freely and you can spot throngs of cats in unexpected places, so make sure to get those cameras ready! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"
True to its name, Ainoshima boasts enough cats to make feline aficionados think they\u2019re in heaven. Gorma Kuma via Shutterstock<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Do note that Ainoshima Island is only accessible via a 17-minute ferry ride from Shinju Port, which is about an hour away from Tenjin. I highly recommend bringing along snacks and drinks as there are no convenience stores on Ainoshima.  <\/em> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Get up close and personal with exotic animals at specialty caf\u00e9s <\/strong>
Time: 1-1.5 hours (most shops have a 1-hour time limit) ⌛ 
Cost: \u00a51650 – \u00a52500💲💲 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Depending on the country you\u2019re from, access to alternatives beyond the run-of-the-mill cat\/dog cafes might be difficult. Fortunately, in Japan, there are a myriad of exotic animal cafes, each with its own unique offerings. In Fukuoka, there are plenty to choose from, such as hedgehog and pig cafes.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Establishments like Sumoa caf\u00e9<\/a> (pictured above) allow customers to interact with hedgehogs and meerkats. If you and your friends love cute animals, I can\u2019t think of a better way to spend the afternoon than to bond over food and drink with your newfound fluffy companions.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Cycle around Uminonakamichi Seaside Park <\/strong>
Time: 4-5 hours ⌛⌛⌛⌛  
Cost: \u00a5450 (Admission ticket) + \u00a5700 (Full-day bike rental) 💲 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Before you write off Uminonakamichi Seaside Park as just another scenic site in Fukuoka, rest assured that it offers much more than meets the eye. This park offers a delightful combination of various attractions, ranging from pristine beaches and breathtaking flower fields to a miniature petting zoo. There\u2019s sure to be something for everyone in your friend group! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"
From flower fields to beaches, the park is truly a world within a world.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Beyond Uminonakamichi\u2019s signature Flower Hill and beach-facing Shiomidai Lookout, be sure to check out its European-style Rainbow Flower Garden and Petting Farm. Do note that the Petting Farm is closed on certain days for maintenance, so make sure to check in advance before coming down.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Indulge in a session of Strawberry Picking <\/strong>
Time: 1-1.5 hours ⌛ 
Cost: \u00a52300 – \u00a53000 (depending on farm) 💲💲💲💲 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kyushu\u2019s temperate climate makes it ideal for strawberry cultivation, and the areas surrounding Fukuoka are no exception. If you have a sweet tooth, strawberry picking offers an interesting, yet healthy alternative to sugar-laden desserts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"
Just look at the juices dripping from its soft, red-and-white interior\u2026<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Although most strawberry farms charge an additional takeaway fee, I think that nothing beats eating freshly-picked strawberries on the spot. The strawberry above tasted like bubble-gum, and it was absolutely delicious! I recommend going in the morning if possible to avoid the afternoon sun.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Have a blast at Dazaifu Amusement Park <\/strong>
Time: 2-2.5 hours ⌛⌛ 
Cost: \u00a5600 (Admission ONLY) + cost of rides (approx. \u00a5300 a ride) OR \u00a52900 (Unlimited access pass) 💲💲💲💲 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re fond of old-school retro aesthetics, Dazaifu Amusement Park might just be right up your alley. Opened in 1957, this little-known theme park is truly a blast from the past. While it can\u2019t quite match the scale and excitement of larger amusement parks like Tokyo Disneyland, it more than makes up for this with its quaint rides and nostalgic allure.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"
Old-school charm defines Dazaifu Amusement Park. Photaro<\/em> via Wikimedia<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Be sure to visit its signature Bukkuri House if you\u2019re feeling brave. Illusion houses like these are disappearing quickly across Japan, so do take the opportunity to experience one before they\u2019re all gone! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

About the Writer\u202f <\/span>
I’m Daniel Toh, a third-year exchange\u202fstudent from the School of Humanities, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore. When I’m not puzzling over how to apply literary theory in a design context, I’m thinking up the next big day out around Fukuoka (though I’ve only gotten round to following through with half of them). Join me as I learn more\u202fabout this wonderful part of Japan!\u202f <\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":3852,"template":"","prospective_students_category":[57],"class_list":["post-3851","prospective_students","type-prospective_students","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","prospective_students_category-students-experiences-en"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n5 Ideas for an Unforgettable Day Out around Fukuoka with Your Friends\u00a0 - For Prospective Students - Geiko Global<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gg.design.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/en\/prospective_students\/5-ideas-for-an-unforgettable-day-out-around-fukuoka-with-your-friends\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"5 Ideas for an Unforgettable Day Out around Fukuoka with Your Friends\u00a0 - For Prospective Students - Geiko Global\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"We get it \u2013 as an international student, you want to make the most out of your time here by exploring every corner of Fukuoka but you\u2019re short on time and money. You\u2019ve also seen most of Fukuoka\u2019s famous attractions like Ohori Park and Dazaifu Tenmangu during orientation and you\u2019re wondering about what else to do with your friends. From outdoor adventures to indoor relaxation sessions, here\u2019s a list of fun ideas for a day out around Fukuoka that (mostly) won\u2019t break the bank! We\u2019ve included an estimate of the time needed and how much you\u2019ll have to spend on each activity.   1. Visit the cats at Ainoshima Island Time: 1.5-2 ...\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.gg.design.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/en\/prospective_students\/5-ideas-for-an-unforgettable-day-out-around-fukuoka-with-your-friends\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"Geiko Global\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:modified_time\" content=\"2023-07-27T03:03:51+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https:\/\/www.gg.design.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/Ainoshima-Cats.jpg\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:width\" content=\"1440\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:height\" content=\"960\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:type\" content=\"image\/jpeg\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary_large_image\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:label1\" content=\"Est. reading time\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data1\" content=\"4 minutes\" \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\" class=\"yoast-schema-graph\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"WebPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.gg.design.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/en\/prospective_students\/5-ideas-for-an-unforgettable-day-out-around-fukuoka-with-your-friends\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/www.gg.design.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/en\/prospective_students\/5-ideas-for-an-unforgettable-day-out-around-fukuoka-with-your-friends\",\"name\":\"5 Ideas for an Unforgettable Day Out around Fukuoka with Your Friends\u00a0 - For Prospective Students - Geiko Global\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.gg.design.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/en\/#website\"},\"primaryImageOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.gg.design.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/en\/prospective_students\/5-ideas-for-an-unforgettable-day-out-around-fukuoka-with-your-friends#primaryimage\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.gg.design.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/en\/prospective_students\/5-ideas-for-an-unforgettable-day-out-around-fukuoka-with-your-friends#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\/\/www.gg.design.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/Ainoshima-Cats.jpg\",\"datePublished\":\"2023-06-30T00:13:19+00:00\",\"dateModified\":\"2023-07-27T03:03:51+00:00\",\"breadcrumb\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.gg.design.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/en\/prospective_students\/5-ideas-for-an-unforgettable-day-out-around-fukuoka-with-your-friends#breadcrumb\"},\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"ReadAction\",\"target\":[\"https:\/\/www.gg.design.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/en\/prospective_students\/5-ideas-for-an-unforgettable-day-out-around-fukuoka-with-your-friends\"]}]},{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.gg.design.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/en\/prospective_students\/5-ideas-for-an-unforgettable-day-out-around-fukuoka-with-your-friends#primaryimage\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/www.gg.design.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/Ainoshima-Cats.jpg\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\/\/www.gg.design.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/Ainoshima-Cats.jpg\",\"width\":1440,\"height\":960},{\"@type\":\"BreadcrumbList\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.gg.design.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/en\/prospective_students\/5-ideas-for-an-unforgettable-day-out-around-fukuoka-with-your-friends#breadcrumb\",\"itemListElement\":[{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":1,\"name\":\"\u30db\u30fc\u30e0\",\"item\":\"https:\/\/www.gg.design.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/en\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":2,\"name\":\"\u4e5d\u5dde\u5927\u5b66\u3078\u7559\u5b66\u3057\u305f\u3044\u65b9\u5411\u3051\u8a18\u4e8b\",\"item\":\"https:\/\/www.gg.design.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/en\/prospective_students\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":3,\"name\":\"5 Ideas for an Unforgettable Day Out around Fukuoka with Your Friends\u00a0\"}]},{\"@type\":\"WebSite\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.gg.design.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/en\/#website\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/www.gg.design.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/en\/\",\"name\":\"Geiko Global\",\"description\":\"\u4e5d\u5dde\u5927\u5b66 \u82b8\u8853\u5de5\u5b66\u90e8\u30fb\u82b8\u8853\u5de5\u5b66\u5e9c \u56fd\u969b\u4ea4\u6d41\u30dd\u30fc\u30bf\u30eb\u30b5\u30a4\u30c8\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"SearchAction\",\"target\":{\"@type\":\"EntryPoint\",\"urlTemplate\":\"https:\/\/www.gg.design.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/en\/?s={search_term_string}\"},\"query-input\":{\"@type\":\"PropertyValueSpecification\",\"valueRequired\":true,\"valueName\":\"search_term_string\"}}],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\"}]}<\/script>\n<!-- \/ Yoast SEO plugin. -->","yoast_head_json":{"title":"5 Ideas for an Unforgettable Day Out around Fukuoka with Your Friends\u00a0 - For Prospective Students - Geiko Global","robots":{"index":"index","follow":"follow","max-snippet":"max-snippet:-1","max-image-preview":"max-image-preview:large","max-video-preview":"max-video-preview:-1"},"canonical":"https:\/\/www.gg.design.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/en\/prospective_students\/5-ideas-for-an-unforgettable-day-out-around-fukuoka-with-your-friends","og_locale":"en_US","og_type":"article","og_title":"5 Ideas for an Unforgettable Day Out around Fukuoka with Your Friends\u00a0 - For Prospective Students - Geiko Global","og_description":"We get it \u2013 as an international student, you want to make the most out of your time here by exploring every corner of Fukuoka but you\u2019re short on time and money. You\u2019ve also seen most of Fukuoka\u2019s famous attractions like Ohori Park and Dazaifu Tenmangu during orientation and you\u2019re wondering about what else to do with your friends. From outdoor adventures to indoor relaxation sessions, here\u2019s a list of fun ideas for a day out around Fukuoka that (mostly) won\u2019t break the bank! We\u2019ve included an estimate of the time needed and how much you\u2019ll have to spend on each activity.   1. Visit the cats at Ainoshima Island Time: 1.5-2 ...","og_url":"https:\/\/www.gg.design.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/en\/prospective_students\/5-ideas-for-an-unforgettable-day-out-around-fukuoka-with-your-friends","og_site_name":"Geiko Global","article_modified_time":"2023-07-27T03:03:51+00:00","og_image":[{"width":1440,"height":960,"url":"https:\/\/www.gg.design.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/Ainoshima-Cats.jpg","type":"image\/jpeg"}],"twitter_card":"summary_large_image","twitter_misc":{"Est. reading time":"4 minutes"},"schema":{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@graph":[{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https:\/\/www.gg.design.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/en\/prospective_students\/5-ideas-for-an-unforgettable-day-out-around-fukuoka-with-your-friends","url":"https:\/\/www.gg.design.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/en\/prospective_students\/5-ideas-for-an-unforgettable-day-out-around-fukuoka-with-your-friends","name":"5 Ideas for an Unforgettable Day Out around Fukuoka with Your Friends\u00a0 - For Prospective Students - Geiko Global","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.gg.design.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/en\/#website"},"primaryImageOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.gg.design.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/en\/prospective_students\/5-ideas-for-an-unforgettable-day-out-around-fukuoka-with-your-friends#primaryimage"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.gg.design.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/en\/prospective_students\/5-ideas-for-an-unforgettable-day-out-around-fukuoka-with-your-friends#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/www.gg.design.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/Ainoshima-Cats.jpg","datePublished":"2023-06-30T00:13:19+00:00","dateModified":"2023-07-27T03:03:51+00:00","breadcrumb":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.gg.design.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/en\/prospective_students\/5-ideas-for-an-unforgettable-day-out-around-fukuoka-with-your-friends#breadcrumb"},"inLanguage":"en-US","potentialAction":[{"@type":"ReadAction","target":["https:\/\/www.gg.design.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/en\/prospective_students\/5-ideas-for-an-unforgettable-day-out-around-fukuoka-with-your-friends"]}]},{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/www.gg.design.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/en\/prospective_students\/5-ideas-for-an-unforgettable-day-out-around-fukuoka-with-your-friends#primaryimage","url":"https:\/\/www.gg.design.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/Ainoshima-Cats.jpg","contentUrl":"https:\/\/www.gg.design.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/Ainoshima-Cats.jpg","width":1440,"height":960},{"@type":"BreadcrumbList","@id":"https:\/\/www.gg.design.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/en\/prospective_students\/5-ideas-for-an-unforgettable-day-out-around-fukuoka-with-your-friends#breadcrumb","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"\u30db\u30fc\u30e0","item":"https:\/\/www.gg.design.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/en"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"\u4e5d\u5dde\u5927\u5b66\u3078\u7559\u5b66\u3057\u305f\u3044\u65b9\u5411\u3051\u8a18\u4e8b","item":"https:\/\/www.gg.design.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/en\/prospective_students"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":3,"name":"5 Ideas for an Unforgettable Day Out around Fukuoka with Your Friends\u00a0"}]},{"@type":"WebSite","@id":"https:\/\/www.gg.design.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/en\/#website","url":"https:\/\/www.gg.design.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/en\/","name":"Geiko Global","description":"\u4e5d\u5dde\u5927\u5b66 \u82b8\u8853\u5de5\u5b66\u90e8\u30fb\u82b8\u8853\u5de5\u5b66\u5e9c \u56fd\u969b\u4ea4\u6d41\u30dd\u30fc\u30bf\u30eb\u30b5\u30a4\u30c8","potentialAction":[{"@type":"SearchAction","target":{"@type":"EntryPoint","urlTemplate":"https:\/\/www.gg.design.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/en\/?s={search_term_string}"},"query-input":{"@type":"PropertyValueSpecification","valueRequired":true,"valueName":"search_term_string"}}],"inLanguage":"en-US"}]}},"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gg.design.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/prospective_students\/3851","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gg.design.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/prospective_students"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gg.design.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/prospective_students"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.gg.design.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/prospective_students\/3851\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gg.design.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/3852"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gg.design.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3851"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"prospective_students_category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gg.design.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/prospective_students_category?post=3851"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}