Nakasu

Fukuoka
Nakasu
Nightclubs, bars and a red-light district celebrate the wicked ways of the city center, while karaoke and arcade games keep teens and families engrossed.

Draped across an island in central Fukuoka, the neon lights of Nakasu illuminate its underground scene and entertainment hub. Here you’ll find the city’s red-light district and iconic riverside yatai food stalls. Revel in the area’s naughty side and appreciate the sights and sounds of the local culture. 

Follow the narrow streets running through the center of this thrilling neighborhood. Forming a moat around the island is a pair of tributaries of the Naka River. As you walk along the tree-lined avenues, appreciate the vistas of the colorful towers and the Fukuhaku Deai Bridge. Have a picnic at a table under one of the umbrellas on this wide pedestrian bridge. Notice reflections of the neon lights and lanterns shimmering on the water’s dark surface at night. 

Stroll along the riverside promenade and stop to eat at one of the yatai, open-air stands that provide a traditional and personal culinary experience. These stalls and kiosks generally seat about seven or eight people at counters, meaning you’re likely to be eating alongside fellow diners. 

Chat with your neighbor under hanging red lanterns, as you sample the ramen noodles, pork bone soup and beer. Each yatai has its own opening time and menu. Continue along the bustling streets and check out the various arcade game halls. Lining the paths are all types of street traders and nightclub promoters. 

Showcasing the city’s more adult themes is the red-light district, with its strip bars and salacious shops at the southern end of Nakusa Island. Just east of the island watch a kabuki performance at the Hakataza Theater and browse the pieces adorning the walls of the Fukuoka Asian Art Museum across the street. Head south to see the Kushida Shrine amid a cluster of other shrines. Shop nearby at Canal City or just view its fountains with music and light shows.

Nakasu is primarily on an island between the branches of the Naka River, in central Fukuoka. Take the metro system to the Nakasukawabata Station and get around this quirky area on foot. Once here, explore other surrounding districts such as Tenjin, Hakata and Maizuru.


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Hakata Excel Hotel Tokyu
Hakata Excel Hotel Tokyu
4 out of 5
4-6-7 Nakasu, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka, Fukuoka-ken
The price is NT$1,927 per night from Apr 7 to Apr 8
NT$1,927
per night
Apr 7 - Apr 8
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Fukuoka. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and onsite parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (970 reviews)
"Apart from doors and wooden furnitures are a bit old, everything is excellent. Walkable distance to major train stations and department store."

Reviewed on 2024/2/22

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Mitsui Garden Hotel Fukuoka Nakasu
4 out of 5
Nakasu 5-5-1, Hakata, Fukuoka, Fukuoka
The price is NT$3,951 per night from Apr 8 to Apr 9
NT$3,951
per night
Apr 8 - Apr 9
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9/10 Wonderful! (578 reviews)
"The property is in the centre of Fukuoka, it's very convenient and value for the money."

Reviewed on 2024/3/22

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The Royal Park Canvas Fukuoka Nakasu
The Royal Park Canvas Fukuoka Nakasu
4 out of 5
5-6-20 Nakasu, Hakata, Fukuoka, Fukuoka
The price is NT$5,305 per night from Apr 2 to Apr 3
NT$5,305
per night
Apr 2 - Apr 3
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9/10 Wonderful! (216 reviews)
"The room is overall cozy and comfortable but It is very weird that for a brand new hotel like this, there are no usb ports....... The use of space inside the room is also not so efficient..."

Reviewed on 2024/3/22

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THE LIVELY FUKUOKA HAKATA
THE LIVELY FUKUOKA HAKATA
4 out of 5
5-2-18 Nakasu Hakata-ku, Fukuoka, Fukuoka
The price is NT$2,616 per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
NT$2,616
per night
Apr 1 - Apr 2
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8.4/10 Very Good! (648 reviews)
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"아름답고 현대식으로 꾸며놓은 로비가 인상적입니다. 숙소에서 나오자마자 주요 관광지를 갈 수 있는 공항선 지하철역이 1분거리에 있고 나카스,캐널시티 같은 상업지역도 걸어서 다닐 수 있습니다. 이치란 라면 본점도 1분거리, 돈키호테 나카스점도 3분거리,카와바타상점가 5분거리등 호텔근처에서 관광을 충분히 할 수 있고, 지하철타고 1~3정거장 이내에 중요 관광지를 접근 할 수 있습니다. 룸은 타입별로 다르지만 일반적인 룸은 다소 좁다고 느껴질 수 있고 특히 화장실이 좁고,환풍기가 없는게 아쉽습니다.그럼에도 불구하고 접근성이 좋기 때문에 ..."

Reviewed on 2024/3/24

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Hotel Resol Trinity Hakata
Hotel Resol Trinity Hakata
4 out of 5
4-4-10 Nakasu Hakata-ku, Fukuoka, Fukuoka-ken
The price is NT$2,659 per night from Apr 14 to Apr 15
NT$2,659
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Apr 14 - Apr 15
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9/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"A lot of great food around the corner. There is 7-11 and family mart down stair. Hotel also has hot springs on the top floor"

Reviewed on 2024/1/25

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The Millennials Fukuoka
The Millennials Fukuoka
2.5 out of 5
5-2-18 Nakasu, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka, Fukuoka
The price is NT$2,090 per night from Apr 4 to Apr 5
NT$2,090
per night
Apr 4 - Apr 5
Stay at this capsule hotel in Fukuoka. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and onsite parking. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (244 reviews)
"OMG 😳 l love this hotel ! You don’t need to bankrupt for travel and enjoy the beautiful city"

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