Major city · Japan
Fukue Island福江島
Spend 2 days on Fukue Island: day 1 for castle, old street and lighthouse; day 2 for Onidake, Camellia park and Takahama beach.
Fukue Island, the largest of the Gotō archipelago, offers a compact set of historic and natural sights that can be covered comfortably in two days with a car or guided bus tour.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- JPY
- Best months
- Apr–Oct
- avoid Nov–Mar (cooler, fewer services)
- Airport
- NGS
- Nights
- 2
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Rules in force · 5
- East Asia ↗Every border in East Asia is a full international border, Hong Kong and Macau included: an entry permission for one never covers the next.
- East Asia ↗Ferries between Korea, Japan and China cancel in rough seas and typhoons; keep a flight or a spare day behind every sea leg.
- Japan ↗IC cards (ICOCA/Suica) are topped up with cash at station machines.
- Japan ↗Smoking while walking is banned in most city centres; use designated areas.
- Japan ↗Shinkansen bags 160–250 cm (L+W+H) need a seat reserved with the oversized-baggage area.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Fukue Island110 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Fukue Island, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Cities are increasingly cashless; temples, small restaurants and some lodging taxes still want cash.Japan-wide
- SIM or eSIMData-only eSIMs are the easy route: buy before you fly; voice SIMs need a residence card.Japan-wide
- Tap waterSafe from the tap everywhere; stations and parks have fountains.Japan-wide
- TippingRestaurants and bars: No tip; staff will chase you to return money left on the table.Japan-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 100 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Japan-wide
- SafetyFukue is as safe as mainland Japan; primary risk is low lighting at night, so keep to well‑lit areas after dark.
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- RestroomsFree, clean public toilets in stations, parks and konbini; paper goes in the toilet.Japan-wide
- Emergency numbers110 police · 119 fire and ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMuseums close on Mondays (Tuesday when Monday is a holiday); many family restaurants close one weekday, often Tuesday or Wednesday…Japan-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportNGS Nagasaki Airport (Domestic flights; shuttle bus to ferry terminal about 1 h).
- Getting aroundA car is essential; rental agencies at the ferry terminal.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi round‑trip to Osezaki lighthouseapproximate¥20,000 (≈ US$140)
- Budget bedGuesthouse room (double), a night, per room¥6,000 (≈ US$45)
- Mid-range bedGuesthouse room (double), a night, per room¥9,000 (≈ US$65)
- High-end bedGuesthouse room (double), a night, per room¥13,000 (≈ US$90)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ¥5,000 (≈ US$35) · Mid ¥8,000 (≈ US$55) · High ¥12,000 (≈ US$85)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- NGS Nagasaki Airport (Domestic flights; shuttle bus to ferry terminal about 1 h)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
Feb
Avoid
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
Mar
Avoid
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Apr
Best
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
May
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Jun
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Jul
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Aug
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Sep
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Oct
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Nov
Avoid
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Dec
Avoid
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Best: Apr–Oct. Avoid: Nov–Mar. Month by month →
Warmest Aug (30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)), coolest Jan (2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C) low), wettest Aug (9 rain days), driest May (4). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Fukue Island: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
7 rd
Feb
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
6 rd
Mar
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
5 rd
Apr
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
5 rd
May
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
4 rd
Jun
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
6 rd
Jul
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
8 rd
Aug
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
9 rd
Sep
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
7 rd
Oct
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
6 rd
Nov
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
7 rd
Dec
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
8 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
A car is essential; rental agencies at the ferry terminal. Tourist bus tours (Goto Jidosha) run morning and afternoon routes, require 4‑person minimum.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Gotō Islands ferry terminal
goDoor to door: ≈2 h total
Ferry from Nagasaki or Sasebo, about 2 h
Connects to other Gotō islands; schedule varies seasonally.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Fukue City center
Most inns and guesthouses; convenient for tours and dining.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ¥5,000–8,000 (≈ US$35–55) excl. bed
- Mid
- ¥8,000–12,000 (≈ US$55–85) excl. bed
- High
- ¥12,000 (≈ US$85)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Guesthouse room (double)1 × 2 nights × ¥9,000 | ¥18,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 2 days × ¥8,000 | ¥32,000 |
| Car rental (full day, compact)2 × ¥7,000 · check | ¥14,000 |
| Guided bus tour (morning or afternoon)2 × ¥4,000 · check | ¥8,000 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ¥7,200 |
| Trip total≈ ¥19,800 per person per day, bed included | ¥79,200≈ US$550 |
2026 estimate in yen; flights, inter‑island ferries and car rental not included.
Prices of common things
| Torazushi sushi plate | ¥800–1,200 (≈ US$6–9) |
| Taxi round‑trip to Osezaki lighthouseapproximate | ¥20,000 (≈ US$140) |
| Bicycle half‑day rentallimited availability | ¥500 (≈ US$4) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Taxis are expensive: round‑trip to Osezaki lighthouse ≈ ¥20,000.
- Nighttime lighting in town is limited; move in groups after dark.
- Bicycle rentals are limited and not practical for island‑wide travel.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- Fire and ambulance
- 119
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Fukue Island福江島
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My bed tonight
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ここまでお願いしますTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police110
- Fire and ambulance119
Embassy
US consulate in Nagasaki (check address); other embassies in Tokyo.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Ferry Nagasaki → Fukue: about ¥2,500–3,500 (≈ US$17–25), 2 h (check)
- Car rental (compact, per day): ≈ ¥5,000–9,000 (check)
Say or show
- すみません — Excuse me / Sorry (sumimasen)
- ありがとうございます — Thank you (arigatō gozaimasu)
- いくらですか？ — How much is it? (ikura desu ka)
- トイレはどこですか？ — Where is the toilet? (toire wa doko desu ka)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Fukue Island. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Apr–Oct · avoid Nov–Mar (cooler, fewer services) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 1 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Car rental at ferry terminal (reserve ahead).
- Guided bus tours (morning A, afternoon B) for groups of four.
- Stay in central Fukue City for easy access to sights and transport.
Sources
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