Fukuoka (Hakata) Cruise Port
Fukuoka, Japan · Asia
Cruise ships dock at Chuo Wharf — Cruise Berth, Fukuoka.
Plan my port daysMajor Kyushu city port; large ships dock at the Chuo Wharf terminal about 4 km from central Hakata, reached by shuttle, bus or taxi.
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Port summary
Cruise ships berth at the Chuo Wharf (Hakata Port International Terminal), built for large vessels but about 4 km from central Hakata with no station at the pier. A cruise shuttle, Nishitetsu bus or taxi reaches Hakata and Tenjin in 10-15 minutes, where the compact subway opens up Ohori Park, temples and shopping; trains run out to the Dazaifu shrine and the Nanzoin reclining Buddha.
Cruise dock
🚢 Chuo Wharf — Cruise Berth
The main Fukuoka cruise berth at Chuo Wharf, built for large ships up to ~228,000 GT and able to take two at once. About 4 km from central Hakata; a shuttle, bus or taxi is needed into town.
📍 Latitude: 33.608153, Longitude: 130.400037
See dock on port map →Getting to Fukuoka
From the cruise terminal to the city centre
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Cards and IC cards cover most of the day, but carry some yen for yatai stalls and small shops.
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4 comparedHighlights of Fukuoka: Kushida Shrine, temples and Ohori Park
≈ 5 h · sold by 3 cruise lines
Cruise line
€110$125
Do it yourself
€11$13
Save ≈ €99Save ≈ $113 (90% off)
Cruise ships dock at Chuo Wharf, about 4 km from central Hakata with no station at the pier; take the cruise shuttle, a Nishitetsu bus or a taxi (~1,500 yen) into town. The compact Fukuoka City Subway (210-260 yen a ride, IC cards or a 640-yen day pass) links the Hakata temples to Ohorikoen Station. Most sights are free; Tochoji's Buddha hall is 500 yen and Ohori's garden 250 yen.
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Dazaifu Tenmangu shrine and the moss temple
≈ 6 h · sold by 2 cruise lines
Cruise line
€120$137
Do it yourself
€17$19
Save ≈ €103Save ≈ $117 (86% off)
From the cruise shuttle drop in Tenjin, take a Nishitetsu train to Dazaifu (about 40 minutes with one change at Futsukaichi, ~420 yen each way). The shrine is free at the end of a lively approach of snack and souvenir shops; the small Komyozenji moss temple nearby is 500 yen. Carry yen for the approach and entries.
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10 plansHakata's Temple Quarter on Foot
Fukuoka's oldest streets — a guardian shrine, a giant wooden Buddha and Japan's first Zen temple — for almost nothing.
Fukuoka City Classic: Shrine, Temple & Ohori Park
The guardian shrine, a giant Buddha and the lake park — the city's greatest hits, linked by one simple subway.
Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine Day
Kyushu's most-visited shrine, its snack-lined approach and a moss-garden temple — a classic day trip by little red train.
Nanzoin: the Giant Reclining Buddha at Sasaguri
A 41-metre bronze Buddha and a hillside path of forest shrines — the region's great outdoor half-day.
Frequently asked questions
- Where does my cruise ship dock in Fukuoka?
- Your ship docks directly at the Fukuoka cruise terminal in Japan.
- Can I walk from the cruise port into Fukuoka?
- Yes. Fukuoka is walkable from the cruise port — many cruisers reach the city centre on foot.
- How do I get from the cruise port to Fukuoka centre?
- Typical options include Shuttle bus, Metro, Taxi, Local bus, Train. Durations and costs are listed in the transport section above.
- How much time do I need in Fukuoka?
- Plan for at least 3 hours ashore to see Fukuoka independently and return to the ship with a safe buffer.
- What currency is used in Fukuoka and are cards accepted?
- Fukuoka uses the Japanese Yen. Carry some cash for markets, taxis, and smaller vendors — cards aren't accepted everywhere.
- Is there Wi-Fi at the cruise port?
- Wi-Fi isn't reliably available at the Fukuoka cruise terminal. Consider a local SIM or your cruise line's data package.
- When should I be back at the ship?
- Cruise lines usually require all passengers on board about 30 minutes before scheduled departure. Confirm the exact all-aboard time on your daily programme.
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