Fukuoka - Wikipedia
WebFukuoka was formerly the residence of the powerful daimyō of Chikuzen Province, and played an important part in the medieval history of Japan. The renowned temple of Tokugawa Ieyasu in the district was destroyed by fire during the Boshin War of 1868.
Fukuoka | Facts, History, & Points of Interest | Britannica
WebArticle History. Fukuoka, Japan. Fukuoka, city and port, capital of Fukuoka ken (prefecture), northern Kyushu, Japan. It is located on the southern coast of Hakata Bay, about 40 miles (65 km) southwest of Kitakyūshū, and incorporates the former city of Hakata.
All About's Guide to Fukuoka | All About Japan
WebAug 1, 2019 · Fukuoka gradually grew in size over the coming centuries, and on April 1, 1889, Fukuoka was officially recognized as a city after it merged with the old mercantile and port district of Hakata, to the east. It is the districts of "old" Fukuoka (now Tenjin) and Hakata that make up Fukuoka's two halves.
Fukuoka History Facts and Timeline: Fukuoka, Kyushu, Japan - World Guides
WebJapan. Fukuoka History Facts and Timeline. (Fukuoka, Kyushu, Japan) The capital city of the southern island of Kyushu, Fukuoka is believed to be Japan's oldest city due, with much of its ultimate wealth and success being aided by its relative proximity to Korea and China.
Japan's Fukuoka History: A Look Back at a Timeless City
WebFukuoka is a city that has been around for centuries and has a rich and varied history. Fukuoka was first settled in the 8th century by the Ainu people, who were an indigenous group from the northern part of Japan. During the Edo period, from 1603 to 1868, Fukuoka was a major port city and was home to many merchants and traders.
Fukuoka Prefecture - Wikipedia
WebSee also: List of Historic Sites of Japan (Fukuoka); History of Fukuoka; and History of Dazaifu, Fukuoka. Fukuoka Prefecture includes the former provinces of Chikugo, Chikuzen, and Buzen.
Fukuoka | Kyushu, Hakata, Dazaifu | Britannica
WebArticle History. Terrace cultivation in Fukuoka prefecture, Kyushu, Japan. Fukuoka, ken (prefecture), northern Kyushu, Japan. Fukuoka faces the Tsushima Strait (Eastern Channel) to the west, the Inland Sea to the northwest, the Shimonoseki Strait to the north, and the Ariake Sea to the south. Rivers draining seaward have built up extensive plains.
Fukuoka, Japan - The Ultimate Travel Guide to History
WebJun 17, 2021 · A brief history of Fukuoka. Fukuoka was created by the fusion of two cities in the year 1889: Fukuoka and Hakata. For centuries, Fukuoka was a city with a castle and Hakata served primarily as a port. Those arriving by train, for example, do so through Hakata Station, the city’s largest train station.
Fukuoka: The Ancient Gateway to Japan | Nippon.com
WebNov 12, 2012 · Guideto Japan. SocietyCultureLifestyleNov 12, 2012. Fukuoka is the largest city in Kyūshū. From ancient times, the city’s proximity to the mainland has made it an important gateway for cultural...
Exploring Fukuoka Past and Present | Itineraries - Travel Japan
WebAt the northern tip of Kyushu, Fukuoka will be your first port of call if driving or taking the train from destinations on Japan's main island, Honshu. Schedule some time to see the city, relax on the waterfront, do a spot of shopping or visit historic sites before heading to Nagasaki, Kagoshima and other Kyushu destinations.
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