【Fukuoka】Shiomine Park: Enjoy a Panoramic 360-Degree View of Hakata Bay

Looking for a tourist spot but want to avoid the crowds? Want to relax and be surrounded by nature? There's a perfect place for that in Fukuoka City. 🚗 Rental Car From Fukuoka Airport (Domestic Terminal), take the urban expressway and exit at Island City IC. It takes about 50 minutes to get there. Drive through Uminonakamichi (a sandbar connecting Shika Island and Kyushu mainland) to reach Shika Island. Shika Island is famous for the discovery of the National Treasure "Kan no Wa no Na no Kokuou" gold seal. Drive along the coastal "Gold Seal Road" and head to Shiomine Park. Located at the highest point on the island, with an elevation of 170 meters, the park offers a stunning view of Hakata Bay and Fukuoka City from its observation deck. You can enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view! ⚠️ If you're driving There is construction if you approach from the Shikaumi Shrine side. It's easier to access from the Katsuma area, but roads are narrow on both routes, so drive carefully. On clear days, the view stretches far into the distance, making it highly recommended. The island has a circumference of 11 kilometers, so a half-day tour around the island is just perfect. ▪️ Shiomine Park Location: Shiomi, Shika Island, Higashi-ku, Fukuoka City Facilities: Free parking and restrooms available Access Information: - About a 35-minute walk from the Nishitetsu Bus "Shika Island" bus stop - About a 10-minute drive or a 35-minute walk from the Fukuoka City Ferry "Shika Island Passenger Terminal"