Fukuoka

Among the cities of Fukuoka Prefecture, Fukuoka stands out as Kyushu’s largest urban centre and a historic port on Hakata Bay. The city faces the bay toward the Genkai Sea, while its contemporary core includes Hakata, the long-established merchant and port district. Fukuoka was created in 1889 through the union of the former castle town of Fukuoka and Hakata. Kushida Shrine anchors the annual Hakata Gion Yamakasa festival, whose teams race towering decorated floats through the streets each July. Explore nearby webcam locations for complementary perspectives on Fukuoka and Hakata Bay.

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