Ascend Japan's tallest seaside tower — 234 metres of mirrored glass glittering above Hakata Bay — for a 360° sunset panorama stretching from the Genkai Sea to the Kyushu mountains, then stroll the elegant Momochi waterfront below.
What to expect
The exterior lift whisks you to the 123-metre observation deck in under a minute, revealing an unbroken panorama of Hakata Bay, the port, and on clear days the distant Korean Peninsula. Interactive displays trace Fukuoka's history as Japan's ancient gateway to Asia. Descend to Momochi Seaside Park for a leisurely waterfront walk past the Hawks Town district, ending with a craft beer or Kyushu-distilled shochu at one of the park's waterside bars.
Good to know
Fukuoka Tower is a 10-min taxi ride from Hakata Port. Open daily 09:30–22:00 (last entry 21:30). Sunset times vary by season — check in advance and arrive 30 min before golden hour for the best light. Entry tickets can be purchased on arrival; no advance booking required.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Fukuoka — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.
More to do in Fukuoka
- Dazaifu Tenman-gu Shrine: Sacred Plum Groves & Ancient Rites
- Hakata Yatai Alley: Private Chef-Guided Fukuoka Street Food Feast
- Nokonoshima Island: Wildflower Landscapes & Unspoiled Kyushu Coast
- Ohori Park Japanese Garden: Tea Ceremony & Samurai Aesthetics
- Yanagawa Canal Boat & Eel Feast: Edo-Era Waterways by Bamboo Pole