Fukuoka Food Experiences(26)
Hakata Yatai Hopping: Fukuoka Street Food Tour
Take to Hakata’s streets and numerous yatai food stalls with a local expert and fellow food lover! Experience the various foods, from ramen and gyoza to international cuisine, and enjoy some special stalls popular with the locals.
Maki Zushi Rolled Sushi Cooking Class in a Japanese Home
In a modern Japanese home, learn how to make classic Japanese home cooked dishes including tempura, sushi, miso soup, and a spinach-sesame dish. Learn Japanese cooking techniques, like how to make and use dashi, and experience home life in Japan.
Fukuoka After Dark: Bar Hopping and Street Food Adventure
Discover Fukuoka after dark for a bar hopping and street food adventure that you'll want to write home about! Gain exclusive access to hidden watering holes and take in the city's nightlife scene alongside a colorful host.
Japanese Fake Food Samples: Plastic Cake Workshop in Fukuoka
During this workshop in Fukuoka, make an incredibly realistic plastic food sample that’s far too pretty to eat (and good thing, too!). Decorate your own cookie cake with “cream” and “fruits,” and take it home as a memorable souvenir from your trip.
Hakata Food Tour: Chicken, Ramen, Mentaiko Bread, & More
Taste Hakata’s best with this 3-hour whirlwind food tour! Feast on 72-hour chicken skin skewers, mentaiko (cod roe) bread, Hakata-style ramen, along with tea & snacks. In between food stops, visit the sacred Kushida Shrine.
Japanese Fake Food Samples: Plastic Parfait Class in Fukuoka
Learn how to make your own shockingly realistic Japanese plastic food samples during this “shokuhin sanpuru” workshop in Fukuoka. Choose from different parfait “flavors” and decorate your food sample as you like, unleashing your creativity.
Fukuoka Geisha Experience & Hakata Tour w/ Lunch
Watch a geisha performance and interact with real geisha in Hakata, Fukuoka! Visit the Kushida shrine and stroll the Kawabata retro shopping street with a guide, enjoy a traditional dance performance and lunch with tea and sweets.
Onigiri Bento Making Class in a Fukuoka Home
Delicious and adorably presented bento are a treat for the eyes and the tastebuds. During this bento making class in Fukuoka, join your cooking instructor in their home kitchen, for an onigiri (rice ball) party!
Fukuoka Cooking Class: Authentic Japanese Food with Mari
Join Mari–a certified cooking instructor (& registered pharmacist)–for a healthy home cooking class in Fukuoka! Learn how to make authentic Japanese dishes like sunomono (vinegared cucumber salad), kinpira (burdock root salad), dashi (stock), & more.
Hakata Market Tour & Lunch: Seafood, Udon & More (Fukuoka)
Fukuoka locals lead this in-depth exploration of Hakata’s rich food culture. In this lunchtime tour, visit two Fukuoka markets (Yanagibashi Rengo and Sankaku) to enjoy fresh seafood and noodles before sipping coffee at a cozy kissaten.
Fukuoka at Night: Izakaya Foods & Local Ramen in Hakata
Enjoy a fun night in one of Japan’s ramen capitals — Hakata in Fukuoka Prefecture! Make new friends over food and drinks at a local izakaya, then head to a hidden ramen spot that is loved by locals for a late night bowl.
Table-Style Tea Ceremony Experience in Central Fukuoka
Immerse yourself in the serene ambiance of a traditional Japanese tea ceremony in central Fukuoka. Meet your host in Ohori Park, experience a tea ceremony led by a master, enjoy tea with sweets, and prepare matcha.
Hakata Food Tour: 7 Dishes & 4 Drinks at 4 Yatai Stalls
In this private yatai-hopping tour, enjoy dinner and drinks at up to four yatai food stalls in Nagahama and Neo-Nakasu, two distinctive yatai areas in Hakata, with a local expert foodie guide. Hotel pick-up and transportation by taxi are included!
Hakata Market Food Tour (Dinner): Udon, Seafood & Izakaya
Let Hakata locals lead you in this exploration of Fukuoka’s food culture. Visit the Yanagibashi Rengo Market for fresh seafood, slurp udon noodles and mingle with locals at a long-established restaurant and wrap up with a drink at an izakaya.
Ginger Pork Japanese Home Cooking Class in Fukuoka
This cooking class will teach you all about “ichijiu-sansai,” the Japanese balanced approach to home cooking. A favorite dish among Japanese home cooks, make ginger pork alongside other dishes like vegetable tempura and miso soup.
Tour Fukuoka's Nakasu Neighborhood: Snack Bars & Katsudon
Embark on a culinary journey in Fukuoka's Nakasu! Explore unique local snack bars, sip shochu and whisky, traverse Ningyo Shoji bar alley, and conclude with a katsudon dinner. Experience the essence of Fukuoka's gastronomic delights!
Historic Samurai House Tour in Fukuoka with Tea and Lunch
Take a morning stroll around Yusentei Park, the historic home of a samurai. Explore the park’s gardens and waterfalls, feed the lake’s koi fish, and relax with a cup of tea. End the tour with Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki or delicious sushi.
Relaxing Stroll and Tasty Lunch with a Hakata Food Lover
Enjoy a stroll around Hakata, and enjoy a tasty lunch at a restaurant recommended by an experienced local foodie. The type of lunch can be chosen from any cuisine offered in Hakata. Hang out with a local, learn about the area, and enjoy great food!
Fukuoka Food Tour: Fine Dining with a Hakata Foodie Guide
Get an authentic Hakata food experience with a local expert in this Fukuoka food tour! Enjoy a special dinner at unlisted restaurants that mostly only local foodies know about.
The Fuel of Fukuoka: Nagahama Ramen Walking Tour
Upskill your noodle knowledge with this Nagahama Ramen walking tour in Fukuoka! Join a Nagahama Ramen info session, tour key town landmarks, try ramen at 2 revered establishments, and practice ordering entirely in Japanese.
Private Fukuoka Highlights Tour by Car (With Street Food)
Explore Fukuoka's top attractions with bilingual local guide Yoshi on this private car tour. Visit landmarks like Fukuoka Tower, the beach, and a temple, and savor local street food while immersing in Kyushu's pleasures.
Nokonoshima Day Trip: Ferry & Wagyu BBQ Lunch (Fukuoka)
On this tour, take an idyllic day trip from Fukuoka City to Nokonoshima, where you can soak in the pristine seaside views of the Hakata skyline, enjoy an open-air wagyu BBQ lunch and explore the area’s traditional culture.
Fukuoka Sushi & Tempura Home Cooking Class With Sake
In this private cooking class in Fukuoka, you can choose to make either maki sushi, temari sushi or masu sushi, learn to fry tempura, and enjoy different kinds of Japanese sake with your homemade meal, along with matcha green tea.
Japanese Hot Pot Meal Cooking Class with Sake in Fukuoka
Make your own Japanese home cooked meal in this private cooking class in Fukuoka. Choose between temari, maki, or masu sushi, learn how to arrange hot pot ingredients to look like a bouquet, make spring rolls, and enjoy different kinds of sake.
Fukuoka Cooking Class: Takoyaki, Okonomiyaki & Spring Rolls
Make your own takoyaki, okonomiyaki and kabuto-shaped spring rolls in this private cooking class in Fukuoka. Obtain new culinary skills, taste different kinds of Japanese sake and experience the unique flavors of Japan with local experts.
Sushi & Cycling in Fukuoka: E-Bike Tour Along the Coast
20% discount coupon available for limited time only! Explore Fukuoka’s scenic Katsuura Coast on this e-bike tour led by bilingual guide David. Cycle through villages and fields, enjoy a sushi lunch by the sea, and soak in the rural landscapes.
Recent Reviews from GuestsDiscover the Rich Flavors of Fukuoka
Fukuoka, a vibrant city on Japan's Kyushu Island, is renowned for its unique culinary offerings and bustling food scene. Whether you're a seasoned food lover or just beginning to explore Japanese cuisine, there's no better place to dive into rich flavors and traditional dishes than Fukuoka. Discover the diverse palette of flavors that Fukuoka has to offer, from its famous Hakata ramen to fresh seafood delicacies. As the gateway to Kyushu, Fukuoka serves as an entry point to a wide array of food experiences that are sure to delight your taste buds.
Unmissable Culinary Experiences
The heart of Fukuoka's culinary scene lies in its street food. The city is dotted with yatai, or mobile food stalls, offering quick and delicious bites such as yakitori, ramen, and tempura. A must-try is the Hakata ramen, known for its creamy pork broth and thin noodles, which is best enjoyed in a lively yatai atmosphere. For seafood lovers, Fukuoka provides an abundance of fresh catch from local markets, including sashimi and sushi prepared with the day's freshest ingredients. Additionally, the city's vibrant local markets, such as Yanagibashi Rengo Market, offer pearls of culinary treasures ranging from colorful produce to artisanal Japanese sweets. Each dish tells a story of Fukuoka's rich culture and historical prominence as a port city.
Savor Authentic Local Traditions
Aside from street food, Fukuoka is home to an array of restaurants offering regional specialties that capture the essence of local dining traditions. Try mizutaki, a comforting chicken hot pot flavored with a rich broth and fresh vegetables, or motsunabe, a hearty stew made from beef or pork offal that perfectly encapsulates the warmth of Fukuoka hospitality. Exploring the local izakayas will introduce you to a variety of small plates and local sake, providing an authentic taste of the city's nightlife. These experiences do not only offer delicious meals but also provide an opportunity to immerse yourself in the social culture of Fukuoka. Whether you're there for the food or the experience, the culinary journey through Fukuoka promises countless memorable moments.