<p data-rte-preserve-empty="true" style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Fukuoka is a bustling city with a relaxed vibe, known for its history, food, and seaside charm. Join Jason and Paul as they explore what makes this Kyushu hub such a special place to visit!</p><p data-rte-preserve-empty="true" style="white-space:pre-wrap;"></p><p data-rte-preserve-empty="true" style="white-space:pre-wrap;"><strong>Topics Covered:</strong></p><p data-rte-preserve-empty="true" style="white-space:pre-wrap;"><strong>History</strong></p><p data-rte-preserve-empty="true" style="white-space:pre-wrap;"><strong>Tochoji Temple</strong></p><p data-rte-preserve-empty="true" style="white-space:pre-wrap;"><strong>Kushida Shrine</strong></p><p data-rte-preserve-empty="true" style="white-space:pre-wrap;"><strong>Sumiyoshi Shrine</strong></p><p data-rte-preserve-empty="true" style="white-space:pre-wrap;"><strong>Canal City</strong></p><p data-rte-preserve-empty="true" style="white-space:pre-wrap;"><strong>Nakasu (Nakagawa Yatai)</strong></p><p data-rte-preserve-empty="true" style="white-space:pre-wrap;"><strong>Tenjin Underground Mall</strong></p><p data-rte-preserve-empty="true" style="white-space:pre-wrap;"><strong>Fukuoka Castle Ruins</strong></p><p data-rte-preserve-empty="true" style="white-space:pre-wrap;"><strong>Ohori Park: </strong>Japanese Garden — Fukuoka Art Museum</p><p data-rte-preserve-empty="true" style="white-space:pre-wrap;"><strong>Mizuho PayPay Dome</strong></p><p data-rte-preserve-empty="true" style="white-space:pre-wrap;"><strong>Momochi Seaside Park</strong></p><p data-rte-preserve-empty="true" style="white-space:pre-wrap;"><strong>Fukuoka Tower</strong></p><p data-rte-preserve-empty="true" style="white-space:pre-wrap;"><strong>Uminonakamichi Seaside Park</strong></p><p data-rte-preserve-empty="true" style="white-space:pre-wrap;"><strong>Events: </strong>Hakata Gion Yamakasa — Hakata Dontaku</p><p data-rte-preserve-empty="true" style="white-space:pre-wrap;"><strong>Local Specialties:</strong> Hakata Ramen — Mentaiko — Motsunabe — Mizutaki</p><p data-rte-preserve-empty="true" style="white-space:pre-wrap;"><strong>How to get to/around Fukuoka</strong></p><p data-rte-preserve-empty="true" style="white-space:pre-wrap;"><strong>Podcast Meetup 2026:</strong> Saturday Feb 7th, 2026 at 6:00pm under the <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/VGJPTvJKaWroRyMf9"><strong>Nikka Whisky Sign in Susukino, Sapporo</strong></a>.</p><p data-rte-preserve-empty="true" style="white-space:pre-wrap;"><a href="https://discord.gg/7f2NvqD9wg"><strong>Join our Discord community!</strong></a></p><p data-rte-preserve-empty="true" style="white-space:pre-wrap;"><a href="https://www.patreon.com/SightseeingJapanPodcast"><strong>Become a member on Patreon!</strong></a></p>