10 Best Places to Go Shopping in Fukuoka

Canal City Hakata is a leading large-scale commercial facility that stands as the face of Fukuoka City. Shopping facilities, a plaza featuring a stage, fountains, offices, and green areas are arranged along the canal, creating a pleasantly relaxing open space. Fountain shows and seasonal illuminations attract a great deal of attention.

Canal City Hakata is also home to cinemas, theatres, and amusement facilities catering to people of all ages. The well-equipped hotel facilities are convenient if you want to be based in the centre of Fukuoka. Dining options are wide-ranging, including everything from restaurants service local delicacies to concept cafés.

With its stylish and fashionable vibe, SOLARIA PLAZA is a bustling commercial complex that attracts many young fashion-lovers. Adjacent to a major park and with excellent access by subway, train, and bus, it also makes for a convenient meeting place.

While the fashion floor is of course very popular, the restaurant section is gaining attention for its excellent dining experience. The food section in the basement is also talked about for its high quality and great selection.

Kawabata Shopping Arcade is the historic centre of commerce in Hakata, linking the Kushida Shrine and the Gion Yamakasa festival traditions to the present day. Adjacent to Hakata Riverain and Canal City Hakata, this arcade forms a vast shopping zone in the city.

It has a roof for all-weather shopping and a retro atmosphere and is lined with about 110 shops, ranging from long-established to popular franchise stores, some of which offer excellent souvenirs such as crafts and sweets. Come during the festival season to experience this arcade at its liveliest.

Amu Plaza Hakata is JR Kyushu's signature facility, boasting a huge space with a shopping mall, restaurant area, cinema complex, and rooftop garden. The illumination of the plaza is another highlight, particularly during Xmas, when many people come to admire Fukuoka's winter traditions.

Many seasonal events and fairs are held here throughout the year. This is a vibrant place that fronts the Hakata Station commercial district, now appreciated by the public as one of city’s largest shopping destinations.

The Tenjin Underground Shopping Centre, with its corridors covering the entire basement of Tenjin, is designed with European-style ceilings, walls, floors, and plazas, and is a place to unwind in a calm, dimly lit space. The European-style restroom facilities, where attention to detail is evident everywhere, are also known for their cleanliness and ease of use.

A wide variety of stores and restaurants offers a convenient shopping experience to suit all needs. Directly connected to the subway station and department stores, this is an excellent place for strolling and sightseeing even in rainy weather.

Iwataya is a time-honoured department store based in Fukuoka. Having become a subsidiary of Isetan Mitsukoshi Holdings, Iwataya is the talk of the town for its extensive lineup of luxury brand items. Locals love Iwataya for its brand power and prestige, which provide a seal of approval.

The basement food section is particularly popular with the local population. Check out the exciting lineup of Japanese sweets, side dishes, and other items that are unique to Fukuoka. Fish, seafood, and other produce are always fresh. There are also options for eating on-site.

Shopping Town Shintencho is a commercial district that was launched and developed by Hakata merchants shortly after World War II ended. The neighbourhood plays an active role in Fukuoka’s local Hakata Dontaku and Gion Yamakasa festivals. The Märchen Chime, a large clock tower, and the Shintencho Sun Dome, completed in 2006, are landmarks of the district.

Lined with long-established specialist stores, this place brings out the old Hakata culture, which is quite different from the modern world of commerce. With its deep and interesting city atmosphere, this is a wonderful place to visit as a tourist.

MARK IS Fukuoka Momochi is a pretty fancy shopping mall directly attached to the Fukuoka PayPay Dome. With an open space from the entrance to the grand atrium of the stairwell, the mall has become a popular meeting spot. The deck leading from the pedestrian bridge on Yokatopia Street features a pleasant natural setting.

It houses popular stores such as Nitori, Uniqlo, and Bic Camera, and the supermarket and food department stores are convenient for daily use. You’ll also find a cinema, a videogame arcade, a food court, restaurants, and a playground for children.

Fukuoka PARCO is widely known as a trend-setting house of fashion, offering everything from fashionable clothing to character goods. With shops, cafés, and restaurants that are rare in Kyushu, as well as stores offering local delicacies, PARCO always has something new to offer visitors. The selection of unique items here will turn even the most level-headed of grown-ups into impulse buyers riding the wave of youth culture.

The basement floor, which offers a wide selection of food items for takeaway, is also a must-visit. Fukuoka PARCO is conveniently located right around the corner from the subway station, making it easy to hop in and out of other commercial facilities in the area.

Marinoa City Fukuoka is an outlet mall conveniently located along the seaside in the western part of Fukuoka, about a 30-minute drive from the city centre. There are about 170 shops here offering outlet items at affordable prices. Even if you can’t find something in exactly the right size, there’s a remodelling store here to make adjustments for you.

Marinoa City Fukuoka has an indoor experience facility called "NOBOLT" and a Ferris wheel for families to explore, making it an extremely popular sightseeing spot for more than just shopping. The food court, the garden, and the boardwalk are excellent places to eat or take a break.