Join us as we tour the ruins of Fukuoka Castle and enjoy panoramic views of the city from where Tenshu Tower used to stand. 

children standing inside Fukuoka Castle Gate - Fukuoka Travel Guide | justonecookbook.com

Unlike other Japanese castles that were reconstructed/rebuilt, Fukuoka Castle in the present day is just a ruin. In its place is Maizuru Park with an athletic stadium, soccer field, and baseball field. There are still some of the original Fukuoka Castle structure standing; however, the majority of the castle has decayed or fallen apart over the years.

children standing next to Fukuoka Castle Ruin sign - Fukuoka Travel Guide | justonecookbook.com

The original castle was built in 1601 and completed over 7 years. Of the 47 guard towers, the Tamon Turrent, Kinen Turrent, and Shiomi Turret can still be seen today.

Fukuoka Castle Gate - Fukuoka Travel Guide | justonecookbook.com
Lower Bridge Imperial Gate reconstructed in 2000.

When we went in June, the lotus plants were in full bloom.

lotus plants near Fukuoka Castle Shiomi tower - Fukuoka Travel Guide | justonecookbook.com

walkway near Fukuoka Castle Shiomi tower - Fukuoka Travel Guide | justonecookbook.com

Honmaru 本丸 Fukuoka Castle - Fukuoka Travel Guide | justonecookbook.com
Honmaru (Ruins of the Omote-Gomon Gate and Kinen Turret)

children at Fukuoka Castle - Fukuoka Travel Guide | justonecookbook.com

The castle was built on a hill and even though the buildings are no longer there, you can still take in the awesome views of Fukuoka City from where Tenshu Tower used to be.

View of Fukuoka city from Fukuoka Castle - Fukuoka Travel Guide | justonecookbook.com

View of Fukuoka city from Fukuoka Castle - Fukuoka Travel Guide | justonecookbook.com
Looking towards Ohori Park 大濠公園.

View of Fukuoka city from Fukuoka Castle - Fukuoka Travel Guide | justonecookbook.com

Just One Cookbook family at Fukuoka Castle - Fukuoka Travel Guide | justonecookbook.com

Have more time in Fukuoka and want cool places to visit? Join us as we visit Dazaifu TenmanguKyushu National Museum, and take in the bay view from Hakata Port Tower. For more Just One Cookbook travel series please visit our travel page.

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