Fukuoka’s Best 10 Shopping Spots with Great Food and More

Fukuoka’s Best 10 Shopping Spots with Great Food and More

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Written by GOOD LUCK TRIP

Fukuoka Prefecture sits in northern Kyushu. It welcomes many visitors as the gateway to Kyushu.
It’s also known as a foodie paradise, and many come for its amazing local specialties.
It’s rich in mountains, rivers, and nature. It also has urban appeal.
So you can enjoy more than sightseeing and food. There’s no shortage of shopping, either.
In this article, we’ll share the best areas and spots for shopping in Fukuoka.
Use it as a guide and enjoy shopping in Fukuoka, too.

Four great shopping areas in Fukuoka

Around Hakata Station, the heart of Fukuoka, and in Tenjin, you’ll find large shopping complexes. The underground malls are packed with shops.
You can pick up local specialties, plus cosmetics, fashion, and more.
The Hakata Bay waterfront, Mojiko, and Kokura are also great for shopping.
Along Hakata Bay, the main shopping spot is around Marinoa City Fukuoka, so keep that in mind.
Each area has famous sights too. Pair your shopping with some sightseeing.

Tenjin’s streets lined with all kinds of shopping complexes
Tenjin’s streets lined with all kinds of shopping complexes

Start here for shopping! Top 3 spots around Hakata Station

Hakata Station in Fukuoka City is one of the biggest in Kyushu.
It’s the main gateway for sightseeing in Fukuoka, with huge shopping complexes all around.
You’ll find everything from souvenirs to fashion. Dining options are plentiful too.
Many facilities connect directly to the station, so you won’t be affected by the weather. It’s easy to add to your itinerary.

1. Canal City Hakata

A large complex covering Approx 43,500 sq m, bringing together a shopping mall, cinema, theater, amusements, and two hotels.
Its symbol is a canal Approx 180 m long flowing through colorful buildings.
Beyond shopping and entertainment, it’s fun just to be there.

An entertainment city packed with shopping, dining, and hotels
An entertainment city packed with shopping, dining, and hotels

2. JR Hakata City

One of Kyushu’s largest station complexes, directly connected to JR Hakata Station.
It includes Amu Plaza Hakata and Hakata Hankyu on the west (Hakata-guchi), plus Hakata Deitos and Amu Est on the east (Chikushi-guchi).
Amu Est’s concept is “always fun, always something new.” Trend-focused fashion and lifestyle items come together here.

A large station-front complex with everything from dining and fashion to a cinema
A large station-front complex with everything from dining and fashion to a cinema

HAKATA DEITOS

Located on B1 to 2F of JR Hakata City, with around 60 shops including dining, lifestyle goods, fashion, and souvenirs.
At “Miyagemon Ichiba,” you’ll find Hakata classics like mentaiko and the famous Hiyoko confection—perfect for souvenirs.

A station-connected mall packed with Hakata specialties, from food and sweets to souvenirs
A station-connected mall packed with Hakata specialties, from food and sweets to souvenirs

3. KITTE Hakata

A large shopping complex in a handy, station-connected location, and part of Japan Post’s “KITTE” brand.
The B1 to 11F building offers around 30,800 square meters of retail space, bringing together a wide mix of dining and shopping.
Floors 1–7 are occupied by Hakata Marui, with a supermarket, cosmetics, lifestyle goods, and more for everyday needs. The 8th floor has UNIQLO and Fukuoka’s antenna shop, making it great for souvenir hunting.

A large station-front complex by Japan Post
A large station-front complex by Japan Post

Top 2 shopping spots in Tenjin, Kyushu’s biggest downtown

Tenjin is in Chuo Ward, Fukuoka City, and it’s the largest downtown in Kyushu.
Beyond malls, it has an underground mall and shopping arcades, with many facilities and shops in a compact area. Apparel and lifestyle stores are especially plentiful.
Hakata Station and Tenjin are close. If you’re unsure, visit these two areas.

1. TENJIN CHIKAGAI

Tenjin sits in Chuo Ward, Fukuoka City, Kyushu’s largest downtown.
TENJIN CHIKAGAI runs roughly 600 m beneath Watanabe-dori, from Showa-dori in the north to Kokutai-dori in the south.
It has sections 1 through 12, with around 150 shops for fashion, dining, lifestyle goods, and books.

An underground mall running beneath Tenjin, home to around 150 shops
An underground mall running beneath Tenjin, home to around 150 shops

2. Solaria Plaza

The city hotel Solaria Nishitetsu Hotel Fukuoka connects directly to Nishitetsu Fukuoka (Tenjin) Station.
Okawa kumiko woodwork and Imari ware appear throughout the rooms and hotel, for a refined stay.
Downstairs is Solaria Plaza, combining fashion goods, restaurants and cafes, a cinema, and a wellness club—great even on rainy days.

Direct access from the station. A city hotel integrated with a fashion mall
Direct access from the station. A city hotel integrated with a fashion mall

Great views and an open feel! Top 2 shopping spots along Hakata Bay

The area facing Hakata Bay in northwestern Fukuoka is also a shopping hub.
Many spots line the bay in Nishi Ward and Chuo Ward.
The beautiful ocean view is a draw, with many newer complexes.
You can enjoy coastal scenery and the sea breeze while you shop.

1. Bayside Place Hakata

Bayside Place Hakata is a breezy waterfront complex. Enjoy a market with fresh seafood and a lineup of unique shops. It suits families and couples alike. It’s easy to pop in during Fukuoka sightseeing or while waiting for a ferry. Soak up the lively port-town vibe day or night.

There’s a natural hot spring and an observation tower with panoramic bay views—where city meets port
There’s a natural hot spring and an observation tower with panoramic bay views—where city meets port

2. MARK IS Fukuoka Momochi

MARK IS Fukuoka Momochi sits next to Fukuoka PayPay Dome.
It has around 160 stores focused on fashion, lifestyle goods, and cosmetics, including many brand and specialty shops.
Dining is plentiful too, so you can enjoy Fukuoka flavors.
It also features cutting-edge tech like cleaning robots and AI-powered guide systems.

A large complex with around 160 shops
A large complex with around 160 shops

In Kitakyushu, head here! Top 3 shopping spots in Mojiko and Kokura

Mojiko sits at the northern tip of Kyushu, in Kitakyushu, Fukuoka Prefecture.
Buildings from the late 19th to early 20th century remain, creating the popular “Mojiko Retro” area.
The Kokura area neighbors Mojiko and is also part of Kitakyushu.
With sights like Kokura Castle, both areas let you feel Japan’s history and culture.
Large complexes offer one-stop shopping, and lively markets add great food options.

1. Moji Port Retro Kaikyo Plaza

Moji Port Retro Kaikyo Plaza lies northeast of JR Mojiko Station.
It’s Approx 2 minutes on foot, so access is excellent.
Around 40 tenants include souvenir food and lifestyle shops, plus eateries serving local dishes.
The terrace faces the sea, so you can enjoy the view.
Browse souvenirs while soaking up the open port-town feel and Mojiko’s retro streets.

Facing the sea, you can enjoy beautiful views between shopping
Facing the sea, you can enjoy beautiful views between shopping

2. Cha Cha Town Kokura

A large shopping mall with a 10-screen cinema, an arcade, well-known national retailers, and Kyushu-born brands.
Shops are spread across a vast site, so it feels like strolling street-front stores.
Beyond fashion, you’ll find interiors, 100-yen shops, and mobile-related stores—a varied lineup.

A shopping mall you can enjoy with a casual stroll
A shopping mall you can enjoy with a casual stroll

3. Tanga Market

Tanga Market, the kitchen of Kitakyushu, is about a 10-minute walk from JR Kokura Station. It has a nostalgic Showa-era atmosphere.
Centered on a 180 m street, it lines up around 120 shops selling fresh fish, produce, deli foods, and processed goods.
A popular cafe and bar inside serves carefully selected beers, wine, and sake from across Japan, and even has an in-house beer brewing facility.

A nostalgic market that feels like stepping back in time
A nostalgic market that feels like stepping back in time

FAQ about shopping in Fukuoka

Q

Where’s best for quick shopping?

A

The Hakata Station area, with many station-connected malls, and nearby Tenjin are recommended.

Q

Which areas combine sightseeing and shopping?

A

Mojiko and Kokura in Kitakyushu offer a different charm from central Fukuoka and have plenty of shopping spots.

Wrap-up

This article introduced recommended shopping areas and spots in Fukuoka.
Visit these areas to enjoy both sightseeing and shopping.
You’ll find souvenirs that showcase local specialties, along with items that reflect Japan’s cutting-edge fashion and culture.
If you’re planning a trip to Fukuoka, be sure to check our curated guide to Fukuoka’s top sights as well.