Fukuoka 6-Day Itinerary: Best Low-Key Travel Spots & Hidden Gems for 5 Nights

**6 Days and 5 Nights in Fukuoka – Itinerary**

Fukuoka isn’t very large, so 2-3 days in the city are plenty. That’s why this itinerary includes a day trip to nearby Kumamoto and a 2-day, 1-night stay in Itoshima.

**Tenjin & Hakata** – Two major shopping districts to fulfill all your retail needs.
**Ohori Park** and the adjacent Japanese garden offer stunning scenery, perfect for leisurely relaxation.
**Neighborhood bakeries and cafés** are everywhere—taking a break feels like pure bliss.
A **less-than-1-hour bus ride** easily transports you to Itoshima for a seaside getaway.

Fukuoka, oh Fukuoka—so livable, so lovable

**DAY 1 Fukuoka**
Nakasu Yatai Night Market
Shopping – Tenjin District
Dinner: Maedaya Motsunabe, Kokin-chan Yatai

**DAY 2 Fukuoka → Kumamoto**
Kumamoto Castle
Kusasenri
Mount Aso
Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine ( Closes at 19:00)
Dinner: Niku no Yamasho
Starving after returning from Kumamoto? Treat yourself to wagyu yakiniku—no reservation needed!

**DAY 3 Fukuoka → Itoshima**
**Morning**
Kushida Shrine
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**Afternoon – Itoshima**
White Torii Gate
Futamigaura Meoto Iwa (Couple Rocks)
Seaside stroll

**DAY 4 Itoshima → Fukuoka**
Sleep in, have lunch, then head back to Fukuoka
Afternoon tea at a Fukuoka bakery
Shopping in Hakata & Tenjin
A relaxed buffer day—even a casual walk feels delightful.

**DAY 5 Fukuoka**
Fukuoka Art Museum
Ohori Park
Japanese-style garden next to Ohori Park
Final shopping in Tenjin—fill in any gaps!

**DAY 6 Departure**

The whole trip is fairly relaxed and comfortable—no “special forces” style rushing. Slowing down and enjoying Fukuoka like a local is a great way to vacation!

If you have extra energy, you could also visit Nanzoin Temple—there’s definitely time for it. But I’ll save that for next time… because I’m coming back!