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Dazaifu
Spend a half‑day to see the Tenmangu shrine and museum; add a night only if you want a quiet stay near the station.
Dazaifu is a small historic town in Fukuoka Prefecture, reachable in 12 min by limited‑express train from Tenjin. Its main sights – Dazaifu Tenmangu and the Kyushu National Museum – sit within a 10‑minute walk, so a half‑day covers the highlights. Overnight stays are optional for a relaxed pace or to catch early‑morning shrine visits.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- JPY
- Best months
- Mar–May, Oct–Nov
- avoid Jul–Aug (hot, humid), Golden Week
- Airport
- FUK
- Nights
- 0–1
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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 Dazaifu110 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Dazaifu, 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
- SafetyDazaifu is generally safe for visitors.
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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.
- AirportFUK Fukuoka Airport (≈40 min by train (Tenjin) or bus (Tabito liner).).
- Getting aroundMost sites are walkable from Futsukaichi station.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee (café)¥400–700 (≈ US$3–5)
- Metro or bus rideMahoroba bus ridecheck¥100 (≈ under US$1)
- Budget bedGuesthouse or hostel dorm bed, a night, per person¥3,500 (≈ US$25)
- Mid-range bedRyokan room (2‑person), a night, per room¥13,000 (≈ US$90)
- High-end bedRyokan room (2‑person), a night, per room¥20,000 (≈ US$140)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ¥6,000 (≈ US$45) · Mid ¥9,000 (≈ US$65) · High ¥13,000 (≈ US$90)
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
- FUK Fukuoka Airport (≈40 min by train (Tenjin) or bus (Tabito liner).)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
not flagged
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
Feb
not flagged
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
Mar
Best
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Apr
Best
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
May
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Jun
not flagged
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Jul
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Aug
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Sep
not flagged
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Oct
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Nov
Best
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Dec
not flagged
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Best: Mar–May, Oct–Nov. Avoid: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Aug (32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)), coolest Jan (2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C) low), wettest Jun (9 rain days), driest Jan (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Dazaifu: next 7 days
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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)
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Feb
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
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Mar
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
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Apr
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
6 rd
May
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
7 rd
Jun
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
9 rd
Jul
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
9 rd
Aug
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
8 rd
Sep
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
7 rd
Oct
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
6 rd
Nov
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
5 rd
Dec
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
5 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
Most sites are walkable from Futsukaichi station. Mahoroba tourist bus runs every 20 min (¥100 per ride, ¥300 day pass). Bike rentals near the station.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Fukuoka city centre
goDoor to door: ≈30 min total
Tenjin‑Futsukaichi limited‑express, 12 min
Great for shopping and nightlife after Dazaifu.
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.
Station‑area guesthouses
Within 5 min walk of Futsukaichi; good for one night with luggage.
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
- ¥5,000–7,000 (≈ US$35–50) excl. bed
- Mid
- ¥7,000–12,000 (≈ US$50–85) excl. bed
- High
- ¥12,000 (≈ US$85)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Guesthouse or hostel dorm bed2 × 1 night × ¥4,500 | ¥9,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × ¥9,000 | ¥18,000 |
| Limited‑express train Tenjin → Futsukaichi2 × ¥390 · check | ¥780 |
| Mahoroba bus ride2 × ¥100 · check | ¥200 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ¥2,800 |
| Trip total≈ ¥15,390 per person per day, bed included | ¥30,780≈ US$250 |
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee (café) | ¥400–700 (≈ US$3–5) |
| Umegaimochi (sweet rice cake) | ¥200–400 (≈ US$2–3) |
| Train limited‑express ticketcheck | ¥390 (≈ US$3) |
| Mahoroba bus ridecheck | ¥100 (≈ under US$1) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Limited‑express train costs ¥390 (≈ US$3) (check for fare changes).
- Mahoroba bus schedule may vary on holidays – verify times.
- Umegaimochi stalls can be pricey in tourist season; ask price before buying.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- Fire and ambulance
- 119
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Emergency
- Police110
- Fire and ambulance119
Embassy
US consulate in Fukuoka (check address); other nations in Osaka or Tokyo.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Tenjin → Futsukaichi limited‑express: ¥390 (≈ US$3), 12 min (check)
- Mahoroba bus ride: ¥100 (≈ under US$1) per ride, ¥300 (≈ US$3) day pass
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 Dazaifu. 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: Mar–May, Oct–Nov · avoid Jul–Aug (hot, humid), Golden Week · 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
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
- officialDazaifu local tourist association
- officialCity of Dazaifu tourism page (Japanese)
- secondaryDazaifu Tenmangu Shrine
- secondaryKyushu National Museum
- secondaryWikivoyage: Dazaifu, revision 5138760 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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