FukuokaTravel Tips

Everything you need to know before you go.

Vibe
๐ŸœHakata Ramen
๐ŸฎYatai Stalls
๐Ÿ›๏ธCanal City
โ›ฉ๏ธAncient Shrines
๐ŸŒŠBay Area
๐ŸŒธCastle Ruins

Peak Season

MARCH - MAY

Best Experience
Feels LikeSpring
Temperature10 โ€” 20ยฐC

Mild weather perfect for exploring city streets, viewing cherry blossoms, and enjoying the famous open-air food stalls.

Shoulder Season

SEPTEMBER - NOVEMBER

Budget Friendly
Feels LikeAutumn
Temperature15 โ€” 25ยฐC

Comfortable temperatures and fewer crowds, ideal for cultural visits and trying rich bone broth ramen.

Off Season

DECEMBER - FEBRUARY

Avoid
Feels LikeWinter
Temperature4 โ€” 10ยฐC

Colder days that invite you to warm up with local hot pots and explore indoor shopping complexes.

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THE DAILY TARGET

3 Premium Meals + Coffee$40.00
Daily Transport & Buffer$25.00
Activities & Entry Fees$20.00
Daily Spend Target$85.00
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TIPPING GUIDE

Restaurants

Not expected; some add 10% service charge automatically
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Taxis

Not expected; round down and leave exact fare
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Hotels

No tipping; upscale hotels may include 10-15% service charge
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"When in doubt, rounding up to the nearest bill is always a safe strategy."

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LOCAL TRANSPORT

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Subway

Single Trip
$1.4 โ€” 2.5
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Bus

Single Trip
$1 โ€” 3
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Taxi

Single Trip
$4.5 โ€” 25

"Public transit (BTS/MRT) is the fastest way to bypass gridlock."

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Talk Basics

EnglishPronunciation
Hello
Sa-wat-deeSawatdee
Thank You
Khop-koonKhop Khun
Excuse Me
Kor-toadKor Toad
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Pay & Buy

EnglishPronunciation
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Eat & Drink

EnglishPronunciation
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Help & Safety

EnglishPronunciation
Help!
Chu-ay-duayChuay Duay!
Hospital
Rong-pa-ya-baanRong Phayabaan
Police
Tam-ruatTam Ruat
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Polite Refusal

EnglishPronunciation
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Utility

EnglishPronunciation
Emergency Contacts
๐Ÿšจ
Police / Tourist112
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Medical / Ambulance119