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A lily in the moat of Fukuoka Castle - Fukuoka
A lily in the moat of Fukuoka Castle

So, I had to go to Japan to get my visa, right? No problem. Get on the ferry, scoot over for a few days, see some sites, then head home. Little did I know what a treat I was in for! Living in Korea, I was ill-prepared for, and totally delighted with, Japan. Huge parks in the middle of the city, clean sidewalks and streets, buses that drove smoothly through along the parkways... It was dreamy.

I only really had one day of sightseeing, but I tried to make the most of it. Hopefully some of you will benefit from the tips. I plan to return in the near future and revisit this great place!

Pros and Cons
  • Pros:Clean, great transportation, and lots to see
  • Cons:Expensive (it is Japan, after all)
  • In a nutshell:I'm going back, sooner rather than later!
  • Last visit to Fukuoka: Sep 2004
  • Intro Updated Sep 4, 2004
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Just don't pee on your leg - Fukuoka Hold it if you can! Warnings Or Dangers (2)

They are everywhere in Asia, it seems - squatter toilets. For those of you from the West, these can seem like odd... more travel advice

Solar Panels - Fukuoka Using alternative energy and recylcing Local Customs (2)

In our energy hungry world, I'm always appreciative of people who have decided to adopt more environmentally friendly... more travel advice

The Korean consulate - Fukuoka Consulates with neat architecture Off The Beaten Path (1)

I was in Japan to get my Korean work visa. As a result, I had the opportunity to visit the Korean consulate in Fukuoka.... more travel advice

No, it's not London - Fukuoka What's wrong with this picture Local Customs (2)

Okay, all you Brits are looking at this picture thinking "Jolly Good, those Japanese sure do have things sorted out... more travel advice

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    IreneMcKay Feb 19, 2011 at 6:13 PM Report Abuse

    Going to Fukuoka in april. thanks for some great tips. Could have done without the toilet photo, though! Irene

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    SallyM Feb 5, 2011 at 8:49 AM Report Abuse

    Useful tips, thanks.

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    victorwkf Jul 21, 2006 at 4:55 AM Report Abuse

    Fukuoka seems to be a nice city in japan, thanks for sharing!

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    hindu1936 Apr 16, 2006 at 8:16 AM Report Abuse

    greenspace is limited in kamloops? mein gott, gone away only 11 years and the NW has run out of greenspace.

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    iwys Dec 5, 2004 at 5:22 AM Report Abuse

    Ahaa! The notorious Canadian TEFLer's visa run to Fukuoka.

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