Munakata

Yoshihiro
Munakata

8 places you must visit

It is wide, beautiful and very comfortable hot spring spa. You can use the free shuttle bus from Togo Station to the hot spring.
Yamatsubasa: Munakata Omaru Natural Onsen Baths
474 Ōmaru
It is wide, beautiful and very comfortable hot spring spa. You can use the free shuttle bus from Togo Station to the hot spring.
Fisher Mens & Farmers Market! Great place for shopping local food and products. Open 9:00~17:00
Road Station Munakata
1172 Eguchi
Fisher Mens & Farmers Market! Great place for shopping local food and products. Open 9:00~17:00
Munakata Taisha is a significant Shinto shrine. It is considered one of the oldest and most important shrines in the country. The shrine complex consists of three main shrines: Hetsu-gū, Nakatsu-gū, and Okitsu-gū. The shrine is dedicated to three goddesses known as the Munakata Sanjoshin. These goddesses are believed to protect seafarers and bring good fortune and safety to those who travel on the sea.
13 Einheimische empfehlen
Munakata Shrine
2331 Tashima
13 Einheimische empfehlen
Munakata Taisha is a significant Shinto shrine. It is considered one of the oldest and most important shrines in the country. The shrine complex consists of three main shrines: Hetsu-gū, Nakatsu-gū, and Okitsu-gū. The shrine is dedicated to three goddesses known as the Munakata Sanjoshin. These goddesses are believed to protect seafarers and bring good fortune and safety to those who travel on the sea.
Beautiful nature and flower temple. This temple was founded by Kukai (also known as Kobo Daishi) in 806 AD.
Chinkokuji Temple
966 Yoshida
Beautiful nature and flower temple. This temple was founded by Kukai (also known as Kobo Daishi) in 806 AD.
Miyajidake Shrine Sanctuary with a history that spans 1600 years. The biggest Shinto straw rope in Japan.
7 Einheimische empfehlen
Miyajidake Shrine
7-1 Miyaji Motomachi
7 Einheimische empfehlen
Miyajidake Shrine Sanctuary with a history that spans 1600 years. The biggest Shinto straw rope in Japan.
Beautiful beach. There are also many nice cafes along the beach. Don't miss the sunset.
14 Einheimische empfehlen
福間海岸
4-10 西福間
14 Einheimische empfehlen
Beautiful beach. There are also many nice cafes along the beach. Don't miss the sunset.
There is a huge camphor tree. The shape is like octopus or space ship. We call it 'Totoro' tree.
Mitsuokahachimangu
949 Mitsuoka
There is a huge camphor tree. The shape is like octopus or space ship. We call it 'Totoro' tree.
The island only 400 people live in. Hiking and renting bicycles are recommended to get around.
Oshima Island, Oshima, Munakata, Fukuoka 811-3701, Japan
The island only 400 people live in. Hiking and renting bicycles are recommended to get around.

Tarou's Michelin Guide🍴

Recomended restaurants and food shops mailnly in walking distance👣 *If you go to these restaurants on weekends, you may want to make a reservation.
Opening hour:5:30PM–10:15PM  Closed: Monday Izakaya style yakitori restaurant. Variety menu. Don't miss the tsukune(chicken meatballs). Yakitori take-away available.
焼とり鳥庄
4-chōme-3-3-1 Taguma
Opening hour:5:30PM–10:15PM  Closed: Monday Izakaya style yakitori restaurant. Variety menu. Don't miss the tsukune(chicken meatballs). Yakitori take-away available.
Opening hour:11:30AM–1PM, 5PM-8PM(Friday~Monday) 5PM-8PM(Tuesday,Thursday) Closed: Wednesday Local well-known japanese cuisine such as sushi, sashimi, tempura, kaiseki course. We use this restaurant for grandma's birthday every year. Reservations are required for the Kaiseki course at least by the day before.
史
4-chōme-2-12 Taguma
Opening hour:11:30AM–1PM, 5PM-8PM(Friday~Monday) 5PM-8PM(Tuesday,Thursday) Closed: Wednesday Local well-known japanese cuisine such as sushi, sashimi, tempura, kaiseki course. We use this restaurant for grandma's birthday every year. Reservations are required for the Kaiseki course at least by the day before.
Opening hour:5:30PM–11PM  Closed: Sunday *one-man business Yakitori and oden in the style of a yatai stall with a red curtain.
屋台 六兵衛
Opening hour:5:30PM–11PM  Closed: Sunday *one-man business Yakitori and oden in the style of a yatai stall with a red curtain.
Opening hour:11AM–3:30PM, 5PM-9PM Closed: Wednesday Delicious miso ramen. It's a clean and bright inside as a ramen shop so good for families too.
らう家
Opening hour:11AM–3:30PM, 5PM-9PM Closed: Wednesday Delicious miso ramen. It's a clean and bright inside as a ramen shop so good for families too.
Opening hour:11AM–2:30PM, 6PM-11:30PM Closed: Tuesday Izakaya style Udon noodle shop. Udon is a hidden specialty of Fukuoka
黒猫うどん
Opening hour:11AM–2:30PM, 6PM-11:30PM Closed: Tuesday Izakaya style Udon noodle shop. Udon is a hidden specialty of Fukuoka
Opening hour:11AM–2:30PM,6PM-8PM(Thursday~Saturday) 11AM–2:30PM(Sunday,Monday,Wednesday) Closed: Tuesday *Family run business Delicious pasta.
Tsuji家
Opening hour:11AM–2:30PM,6PM-8PM(Thursday~Saturday) 11AM–2:30PM(Sunday,Monday,Wednesday) Closed: Tuesday *Family run business Delicious pasta.
*Temporarily closed from May to November 2023 !! Opening hour:11AM–2PM, 5PM-8PM Closed: Monday *Family run business Local well-known soba noodle restaurant. Highly recommended.
Nagaishi
*Temporarily closed from May to November 2023 !! Opening hour:11AM–2PM, 5PM-8PM Closed: Monday *Family run business Local well-known soba noodle restaurant. Highly recommended.
Opening hour:6PM–11PM  Closed: Sunday *Family run business You can enjoy various delicious foods at reasonable prices. Fresh seafood, meat, fried foods, vegetables.
居酒屋 成
Opening hour:6PM–11PM  Closed: Sunday *Family run business You can enjoy various delicious foods at reasonable prices. Fresh seafood, meat, fried foods, vegetables.
Opening hour:6PM–11PM Closed: Tuesday *Family run business Authentic sushi restaurant, not a Kaiten sushi. You can enjoy seasonal ingredients such as squid, conger eel, and puffer fish at reasonable prices.
魚心
Opening hour:6PM–11PM Closed: Tuesday *Family run business Authentic sushi restaurant, not a Kaiten sushi. You can enjoy seasonal ingredients such as squid, conger eel, and puffer fish at reasonable prices.
Opening hour:11AM–5PM  Closed: Occasionally *Family run business Delicious burgers and cozy interior.
Tsumujiya
Opening hour:11AM–5PM  Closed: Occasionally *Family run business Delicious burgers and cozy interior.
Opening hour:12–4 PM Closed: Sunday, Monday and Tuesday *one-woman business A vegetarian café, which is rare in this area.
VegeKitchen 愛菜
Opening hour:12–4 PM Closed: Sunday, Monday and Tuesday *one-woman business A vegetarian café, which is rare in this area.
🚲 The price is high for udon. But worth it. The atmosphere is also good as it is an old Japanese house.
山田製麺 こなみ
🚲 The price is high for udon. But worth it. The atmosphere is also good as it is an old Japanese house.
🚙🚲 Best bakery in this town.
テラコッタ
1-chōme-7-28 Ishimaru
🚙🚲 Best bakery in this town.
🚙🚲 You can eat delicious sushi at a reasonable price with a wonderful ocean view.
Sushi Yatai - sea view counter sushi stand
🚙🚲 You can eat delicious sushi at a reasonable price with a wonderful ocean view.
🚙🚲 My favorite Udon noodle shop. Ginger Beef Udon.
Kenchan
🚙🚲 My favorite Udon noodle shop. Ginger Beef Udon.

Cafe&Sweets

Recomended cafes and sweets shops in walking distance👣
Opening hour:10 AM–5 PM Closed: Wed. *Occasionally closed for events about Ten-chan. *one-woman business Lunch, Pancakes and parfaits are recommended. A lady with a strong love for Munakata is owner. She also created mascot, Ten-chan of Munakata.
ロココ
4-chōme-11-23 Taguma
Opening hour:10 AM–5 PM Closed: Wed. *Occasionally closed for events about Ten-chan. *one-woman business Lunch, Pancakes and parfaits are recommended. A lady with a strong love for Munakata is owner. She also created mascot, Ten-chan of Munakata.
Opening hour:10 AM–7 PM Closed: Thursday Cakes and Baked sweets. Kawaii, fun to watch
ソレイユ
2-chōme-11-13 Hinosato
Opening hour:10 AM–7 PM Closed: Thursday Cakes and Baked sweets. Kawaii, fun to watch
A variety of cream puffs. Matcha, Earl Gray, strawberry, chocolate, etc. Opening hour:11AM-6PM Closed: Occasionally *mom-and-pop shop
宗像シュークリーム
A variety of cream puffs. Matcha, Earl Gray, strawberry, chocolate, etc. Opening hour:11AM-6PM Closed: Occasionally *mom-and-pop shop
Opening hour:12–5 PM Closed: Monday~Friday A culinary researcher open this shop only on weekends. She is specialist about spice. Authentic chai and muffins, etc. *Takeaway only
shouan梢庵
Opening hour:12–5 PM Closed: Monday~Friday A culinary researcher open this shop only on weekends. She is specialist about spice. Authentic chai and muffins, etc. *Takeaway only
🚙🚲 Best organic ice cream in this town. Highly recommended!!!!
あいす工房らく農家
44-2 Kōnominato
🚙🚲 Best organic ice cream in this town. Highly recommended!!!!
Opening hour:8:30AM-7PM(*Sunday close at 6pm) Closed: Occasionally Locally famous ’Wagashi’ Japanese traditional sweets.
鼓家
Opening hour:8:30AM-7PM(*Sunday close at 6pm) Closed: Occasionally Locally famous ’Wagashi’ Japanese traditional sweets.
You can enjoy craft beer and pizza. He sell handmade leather items too. If you want, you can experience making leather products.
cafe&leather Dii
4-chōme-11-23 Taguma
You can enjoy craft beer and pizza. He sell handmade leather items too. If you want, you can experience making leather products.
Opening hour:11 AM–6 PM Closed: Tuesday and Wednesday *one-woman business Nostalgic atmosphere. You can enjoy special cold brew coffee.
NAFUCAFE
1-chōme-1 Hinosato
Opening hour:11 AM–6 PM Closed: Tuesday and Wednesday *one-woman business Nostalgic atmosphere. You can enjoy special cold brew coffee.
Opening hour:12–3 PM, 6 PM–11 PM(Tuesday~Friday) 6 PM–1 AM(Saturday),6 PM–11 PM(Sunday) Closed: Monday Run by Mr. Watanabe. Recommended for coffee after drinking. They sometimes have nostalgic Showa-era DJ events.
Cafe NABEES(カフェナベーズ)
3-chōme-3-21 Taguma
Opening hour:12–3 PM, 6 PM–11 PM(Tuesday~Friday) 6 PM–1 AM(Saturday),6 PM–11 PM(Sunday) Closed: Monday Run by Mr. Watanabe. Recommended for coffee after drinking. They sometimes have nostalgic Showa-era DJ events.

Park, Nature&Hike

This is a 32.5-kilometer bicycle path that starts in Onga-cho, Onga-gun and ends in Taguma, Munakata City.
遠賀宗像自転車道線
This is a 32.5-kilometer bicycle path that starts in Onga-cho, Onga-gun and ends in Taguma, Munakata City.
Hiking and biking trails through coastal pine forests
さつき松原遊歩道
Hiking and biking trails through coastal pine forests
Great park to let the kids play. Playground equipment too. Leisure pool (good for families) Open from July 15th to August 31st 9:30-18:00
宗像ユリックス 芝生広場
Great park to let the kids play. Playground equipment too. Leisure pool (good for families) Open from July 15th to August 31st 9:30-18:00
Great park to let the kids play. Playground equipment too.
Fureainomori Park
Great park to let the kids play. Playground equipment too.
Best beach for family leisure. There is a life saver watching over in the summer. Free life jacket rental, toilets and free outdoor showers.
Hokutonomizukumi Seaside Park
1278-1 Kōnominato
Best beach for family leisure. There is a life saver watching over in the summer. Free life jacket rental, toilets and free outdoor showers.
A mountain or should I say hill? that you can climb in about 30 minutes. Still nice view from the top.
Konomiyama, Yatsunami, Fukutsu, Fukuoka 811-3201, Japan
A mountain or should I say hill? that you can climb in about 30 minutes. Still nice view from the top.
Good for hike
城山登山口
Good for hike
The Global Arena is a versatile facility that hosts international events and promotes cultural exchange. It offers sports fields, exhibition halls, and conference rooms for various activities. Through its events and infrastructure, it connects the local community with global interactions and engagement. Good cafe and bakery too.
Global Arena
46-1 Yoshidome
The Global Arena is a versatile facility that hosts international events and promotes cultural exchange. It offers sports fields, exhibition halls, and conference rooms for various activities. Through its events and infrastructure, it connects the local community with global interactions and engagement. Good cafe and bakery too.
Great view from the top. Best place to see the ocean.
Mt. Omine Nature Park (Sea of ​​Japan Battle Memorial Monument)
Great view from the top. Best place to see the ocean.
Futsal and Skateboard Park
宗像 エスパーク
Futsal and Skateboard Park
A tidal flat that is rare in this area. You may see strange creatures
入り海（津屋崎干潟）
A tidal flat that is rare in this area. You may see strange creatures
The top is open to the sea, and the view is excellent.
Yugawayama, Tano, Munakata, Fukuoka 811-3514, Japan
The top is open to the sea, and the view is excellent.
Burial mounds with rice field and sea. UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site
新原・奴山古墳群
616 Nuyama
Burial mounds with rice field and sea. UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site
Indoor amusement park. Trampolines, basketballs, building blocks (for kids), etc. Good for rainy day.
Acupa Munakata
Indoor amusement park. Trampolines, basketballs, building blocks (for kids), etc. Good for rainy day.
Wide park. Ruins of an ancient settlement from the Yayoi period (about 2,200 years ago).
田熊石畑遺跡
2 Chome-12 Taguma
Wide park. Ruins of an ancient settlement from the Yayoi period (about 2,200 years ago).
Horses look great in the scenery of this town. Why don't you try riding horse on the beach?
カナディアンキャンプ乗馬クラブ
Horses look great in the scenery of this town. Why don't you try riding horse on the beach?

Shopping

Big mall with movie theater
AEON MALL Fukutsu
6-chōme-16-1 Himakino
Big mall with movie theater
My favorit shopping district in this town
Create Munakata
My favorit shopping district in this town
Handmade shop with more than 100 craft artists
Blue Clover
Handmade shop with more than 100 craft artists
A local market that mainly sells fresh produce.
Fureai Hiroba Fukuma
A local market that mainly sells fresh produce.
If you want to buy live fish, go there.
宗像（漁協） 鐘の岬活魚センター
If you want to buy live fish, go there.
*Duty-free shop Don Quijote is a popular discount store chain in Japan. It offers a wide range of products, including household items, electronics, clothing, and groceries, at affordable prices.
Don Quijote Munakata
*Duty-free shop Don Quijote is a popular discount store chain in Japan. It offers a wide range of products, including household items, electronics, clothing, and groceries, at affordable prices.
セリア 東郷店
4-chōme-12-1 Taguma
Nitori Munakataten
Yamada Denki
博多びーどろ 粋工房
勝屋酒造合名会社
Sun Drug Togo
BOOKOFF
Home Plaza Nafco

Seasonal event & Fruit

A wisteria garden like heaven. from the end of April to the beginning of May. Reservation required. Selected as one of the 31 most beautiful places in Japan by CNN.
Kawachi Wisteria Garden
2-chōme-2-48 Kawachi
A wisteria garden like heaven. from the end of April to the beginning of May. Reservation required. Selected as one of the 31 most beautiful places in Japan by CNN.
Many fireflies can be seen from the end of May to middle of June.
Munakatahotarunosato Park
Many fireflies can be seen from the end of May to middle of June.
Blueberry picking from the end of May to July. reservation required
チェリーベル観光農園ふくつ|ブルーベリー狩り
Blueberry picking from the end of May to July. reservation required
Mandarin orange picking is from early October to December. According to the seasons you can purchase peaches, grapes, and sweet summer at the farm stand. Peaches from late June to August are especially recommended.
Taiyoenmikankari Orchards
Mandarin orange picking is from early October to December. According to the seasons you can purchase peaches, grapes, and sweet summer at the farm stand. Peaches from late June to August are especially recommended.
Strawberry picking from February to May
Genkai Strawberry hunting plantation
Strawberry picking from February to May
Strawberry picking from February to May
苺狩り・苺直売 小山農園
Strawberry picking from February to May
Amazing Sakura trees. End of March to early April. If you are here at the time you should definitely visit there.
成田山不動寺参道桜並木
Amazing Sakura trees. End of March to early April. If you are here at the time you should definitely visit there.
Beautiful apricot flowers from mid to late March. A little bit earler than Sakura trees.
Anzunosato Sports Park
Beautiful apricot flowers from mid to late March. A little bit earler than Sakura trees.
Leisure pool is next to this park (good for families) Open from July 15th to August 31st 9:30-18:00 *There are lazy river and water slide
宗像ユリックス 芝生広場
Leisure pool is next to this park (good for families) Open from July 15th to August 31st 9:30-18:00 *There are lazy river and water slide