Fukuoka Off-the-Beaten-Path | A Non-Driving Day Trip Guide to Deep Mountains and Islands

Fukuoka is not just about shopping! If you're also interested in lesser-known spots and natural landscapes, why not take a look at the following Fukuoka day trip itinerary away from the crowds? 🗓Itinerary: 1⃣️ Nanzoin 1. Visit the world's largest bronze Buddha statue p1 2. Wander through the Japanese deep mountains and discover the various shrines hidden within p2-4 📝Note tips: It is recommended to go in the morning, and a careful visit takes 1-2 hours. Dress code requires clothing that covers the knees, but it's okay if you don't meet the standard, as staff will provide free fabric and safety pins🧷 to wrap around your waist. 2⃣️ Itoshima City, Fukuoka Prefecture 1. Stroll along the beach in Itoshima p1 Sakurai Futamiura Couple Rocks is one of the few torii gates built over the sea in Japan, with many free photo spots along the way📷 easy to take great pictures 2. Visit a scenic cafe and zone out to the sound of the waves p5 There are several cafes near the Couple Rocks to choose from, each with stunning views! 3. Enjoy a meal with the sunset and sea view p6-7 Restaurant address: 1119-1 Imaizumi Aoki, Nishi-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture, inside California BBQ Beach 📝Note tips: It is suggested to head to Itoshima from Nanzoin around noon, arriving around 14:00 gives you plenty of time to enjoy the scenery and take photos🏝️ 🚉Transportation Tips: 1⃣️ To Nanzoin Take the JC Fukuhoku Yutaka Line to 'Kido Nanzoin-mae Station' and then walk, just a 20-minute train ride from Hakata Station 2⃣️ Nanzoin to Itoshima (Sakurai Futamiura Couple Rocks) Take the JC Fukuhoku Yutaka Line back to Hakata Station, then transfer to the Airport Line for about 30 minutes to 'Kyudai Gakkentoshi Station', and then take a bus (Nishinoura Line) for about 30 minutes to 'Futamiura Couple Rocks-mae' 📝Note tips: The bus (Nishinoura Line) runs once an hour, so it's recommended to check the Google Maps timetable when going and not to miss the last bus on the way back! The bus journey along the coast offers superb views that really make you feel at ease🤩