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Best Things to Do in Tenjin at Night (Nightlife)

Updated: September 1, 2024

Tenjin is Fukuoka’s representative downtown area and the center of youth fashion and culture. Here are some recommended sightseeing spots in Tenjin.

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Tenjin’s Location

Fukuoka City is broadly divided into three areas: HakataTenjin, and Nakasu. Each area has its own unique features and attractions.

In this article, I’m going to introduce tourist spots in Tenjin at night!

Tourist Spots

1. 天神西通り

Tenjin Nishidori Downtown area where local young people gather

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Chuo-ku

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Restaurant district Youth

Tenjin Nishidori
Tenjin Nishidori
Tenjin Nishidori
Tenjin Nishidori
Tenjin Nishidori

Tenjin is one of the most famous downtown areas in Fukuoka. Among such streets in Tenjin, there is one that is popular among young people. It is “Nishi-dori“.

Nishi-dori is lined with many izakaya (Japanese style pubs), karaoke bars, clubs, and other establishments where one can fully enjoy the evening.

If you come to Fukuoka, Tenjin Nishi-dori is a must-see spot.

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2-5, Tenjin, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka-shi, Fukuoka-ken

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2. 福岡の屋台

Yatai (food stalls) Fukuoka's Unique Food Culture

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Around Tenjin Station, Nakasu-Kawabata Station

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Stalls

Yatai (food stalls)
Yatai (food stalls)
Yatai (food stalls)
Yatai (food stalls)

Fukuoka City is famous for its “yatai” stalls. Yatai are small, mobile eateries offering a wide variety of Japanese food.

They offer local delicacies such as ramen, gyoza, yakitori, and other dishes at reasonable prices. They are open until late at night and are very popular among locals and tourists alike, as they allow them to experience Fukuoka’s food culture.

How to Enjoy Fukuoka Food Stalls(Yatai)

How to Enjoy Fukuoka Food Stalls(Yatai)

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Around Tenjin Station, Nakasu-Kawabata Station, Kushida Shrine-mae Station

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Official Site Yatai (food stalls)

3. 一蘭

Ichiran The most famous ramen restaurant in Fukuoka

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Chuo Ward

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Ramen

Ichiran
Ichiran
Ichiran
Ichiran
Ichiran

Ichiran is a ramen restaurant specializing in tonkotsu (pork bone) ramen that originated in Fukuoka. It is the most famous tonkotsu ramen restaurant in Japan.

One of Ichiran’s unique features is the “taste concentration counter,” designed to encourage concentration of flavor, allowing customers to enjoy their meal in private room-style seating without worrying about their surroundings.

Ichiran’s ramen has established itself as a brand that extends throughout Japan and around the world, and is loved by both domestic and international customers alike.

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2 Chome-1-57 Daimyo, Chuo Ward, Fukuoka, 810-0041

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4. 親富孝通り

Oyafuko Street Lively area with live music clubs and clubs for young people

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Chuo-ku

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Club district Hostess club Youth

Oyafuko Street
Oyafuko Street

Oyafuko-dori is an area of bars, clubs, and live music venues for young people, and is famous as a nightlife district.

The name “Oyafuko-dori” comes from the fact that in the past, young people played here and never went home.

For the Japanese, it is a place for nighttime entertainment and is considered the center of youth culture in particular.

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Oyatomiko Dori, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture

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5. 天神地下街

Tenjin Underground Shopping Center European-style shopping area in the basement of Tenjin

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Chuo-ku

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Shopping area

Tenjin Underground Shopping Center
Tenjin Underground Shopping Center
Tenjin Underground Shopping Center
Tenjin Underground Shopping Center

Tenjin Chikagai is a vast underground shopping area in the center of Fukuoka City with over 200 stores.

It offers a wide variety of products including clothing, accessories, sundries, and food.

For locals, it is a convenient place for daily shopping and dining, and for tourists, it is a spot where they can experience Fukuoka’s diverse shopping options all at once.

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B1,2,3, Tenjin 2-chome, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka 810-0001, Japan

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6. Ibiza FUKUOKA

Ibiza FUKUOKA The most popular nightclub in Fukuoka

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Chuo Ward

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Club

Ibiza FUKUOKA
Ibiza FUKUOKA
Ibiza FUKUOKA
Ibiza FUKUOKA

Ibiza Fukuoka is the most popular club in Fukuoka, located on Tenjin Nishidori.
It has one floor and is located on the 5th floor of a building. The music played is the standard ALL MIX. On weekends, a sub-floor with HipHop music opens.

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〒810-0001 Fukuoka, Chuo Ward, Daimyo, 1 Chome−12−56 THE SHOPS

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7. バグース・天神

BAGUS A variety of entertainment and hospitality offerings

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Chuo Ward

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Billiards Darts Bar

BAGUS
BAGUS
BAGUS
BAGUS
BAGUS

BAGUS offers a variety of entertainment and hospitality services. They provide activities such as billiards, darts, table tennis, luxury karaoke, and party spaces. Their aim is to create a sophisticated environment where customers can enjoy unique experiences.

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〒810-0001 Fukuoka, Chuo Ward, Tenjin, 2 Chome−6−32, Gem Castle Southern St., 4F

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Official Site BAGUS

8. ザ・リッツ・カールトン福岡・最上階のバー(Bay)

The Ritz-Carlton, Top Floor Bar【Bay】 Upscale bar with a night view of the city of Fukuoka

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Chuo-ku

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Bar Vantage point

The Ritz-Carlton, Top Floor Bar【Bay】
The Ritz-Carlton, Top Floor Bar【Bay】
The Ritz-Carlton, Top Floor Bar【Bay】
The Ritz-Carlton, Top Floor Bar【Bay】

The top-floor bar at the Ritz-Carlton, Fukuoka is known for its luxurious décor and location with sweeping views of the city.

For tourists, it offers a luxurious experience of tasting fine drinks while enjoying the night view of Fukuoka, and for locals, it is often used for special occasions, such as celebrating a special occasion or entertaining business guests.

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2-6-50 Daimyo, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka 810-0041, Japan

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Official Site The Ritz-Carlton, Top Floor Bar【Bay】

Fukuoka's Local Cuisine

1. とんこつラーメン

Tonkotsu Ramen Ramen noodles with pork bone broth

Tonkotsu ramen, originating from the Hakata district in Fukuoka Prefecture, is one of the most beloved types of ramen across Japan. The hallmark of Hakata ramen is its rich and creamy pork bone broth paired with thin noodles.

With its deep, flavorful taste and unique aroma, it is loved by many Japanese people and tourists alike. If you visit Fukuoka, be sure to try authentic tonkotsu ramen.

2. もつ鍋

Motsunabe Hot pot dish using hormone (offal)

Motsunabe is a specialty hot pot dish from Hakata in Fukuoka City. It features beef or pork offal (organs) cooked in a soy sauce, miso, or salt-based broth, along with plenty of vegetables such as cabbage, chives, and tofu.
For Fukuoka residents, it’s a beloved dish enjoyed for its flavor and stamina-boosting properties.

3. 水炊き

Mizutaki A type of traditional Japanese hot pot dish

Mizutaki is a famous hot pot dish from Hakata in Fukuoka City. It involves simmering chicken, vegetables, and tofu in a broth, which is then enjoyed with ponzu or sesame sauce. The broth, rich with chicken flavor, is the highlight of this dish. Fukuoka residents often enjoy mizutaki at home, especially during the colder months, for its comforting and healthy qualities.

4. やきとり

Yakitori

Yakitori, a beloved dish throughout Japan, holds a special place in Fukuoka. This dish features skewered and grilled meats and vegetables, seasoned with either a soy-based sauce or salt. You can choose the meat and vegetables, so enjoy a variety of yakitori!

5. うどん

Udon One of Japan's traditional noodle dishes

Udon is a traditional Japanese noodle dish, characterized by thick, soft flour noodles. Ramen is the most famous noodle dish in Fukuoka, but for the locals, udon is also a very familiar noodle dish.