Things to Do in Dazaifu, Japan

Dazaifu, Fukuoka — where to start?

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Top 3 Sights in Dazaifu

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Getting around Dazaifu

MainNishitetsu train — from Tenjin, change at Futsukaichi; about 30 min to Dazaifu Sta.

BusDirect 'Tabito' bus from Hakata Bus Terminal

On footWalk between Dazaifu Sta., Tenmangu and the Kyushu National Museum

BusFor Kamado Shrine, take the 'Mahoroba-go' community bus from in front of the station

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Sights

Historic·Temples, scenery & street sights in Dazaifu, Fukuoka · 5 spots

A shrine to the god of learning. Be sure to try umegae mochi (plum-blossom rice cakes) along the approach.

A museum about Kyushu's history of exchange with Asia, in a striking wave-shaped glass building.

A Zen temple with beautiful moss and white-gravel rock gardens, especially busy in autumn-leaf season.

A shrine at the foot of a mountain known for bringing good relationships, and a fine autumn-leaf spot.

A temple with a giant bronze reclining Buddha, 41 m long.