💱
Currency
Japanese Yen (JPY)
🗣
Language
Japanese
🕐
Time Zone
JST (UTC+9)
☀️
Best Time to Visit
Feb–Apr
🚢
Typical Duration
10-12 nights
💰
Price Range
$1,560–$13,690 per person
⚓
Port Type
Port of Call
🚤
Tender Port
No
Gateway to Japan's Kyushu region, offering access to historic temples, vibrant local culture, and proximity to iconic destinations like Nagasaki and Hiroshima.
Cruises that visit Hakata
- cruises to Hakata
- Hakata sailings
- Hakata cruises
- 10-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 11-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 11-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 11-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 12-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 12-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 14-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 14-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 26-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 30-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 31-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 36-night Oceania Cruises cruise
Build Your Day in Hakata
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 6:00 PM
Usually about 10 hours ashore
Getting around:
CANAL CITY HAKATA
Go see the water show with gigantic projector display every half hour.
Fukuoka Tower
They have lots of fun activities and photo spots inside.
Hakata Motsunabe Rakutenchi Hakata Station Branch
Amazing food, good service from the wait staff.
🕐 Closed · Opens 5 PM
Ohori Park
Lots of activities available with plenty of benches to sit around.
Kushida Shrine
The giant Yamakasa float is the highlight and perfect for photos.
AMU Plaza Hakata City
Many activities and happiness during this holiday season.
Hakata Meidai Yoshizuka Unagiya
Food and service was delicious Atmosphere was a bit stressful for me.
Hakata Hankyu
It has many brands, from international designers to local brands.
🕐 Open · Closes 8 PM
LaLa Port Fukuoka
Lots of stores to choose from with ample free parking for 2 hours.
🕐 Open · Closes 9 PM
Fukuoka PARCO
A reasonably-priced shopping paradise that has a wide array of products.
🕐 Open · Closes 8:30 PM
Hakata Marui
The mall is huge, clean and pretty, couldn't ask for more!
🕐 Open · Closes 9 PM
Hakata Issou Honten
Service was fast, interior was clean and food was amazing.
Tempura Hirao Main Store
The food and service are both excellent!
KITTE Hakata
Wonderful experience so many brands and flagship stores.
🕐 Open · Closes 12 AM
Fukuoka City Museum
Good museum, has a few exhibits, one that rotates.
Uminonakamichi Seaside Park
Different adventures for kids to challege, net and log and water challenges!
Tochoji Temple
You must try the wooden buddha and the tunnel experience.
Kawabata Shopping Arcade
It has around 130 shops (coincidence!) lining a 400 metre long arcade.
🕐 Open · Closes 6 PM
Hakata Ramen ShinShin Hataka DEITOS
Overall a nice experience, affordable and good food.
Hakata Port Tower
Free entrance, nice view, welcoming staff, great exhibit
HAKATA RIVERAIN MALL by TAKASHIMAYA
Nice relaxing shopping mall with seria and some unique shops
🕐 Open · Closes 7 PM
Rakusuien
A charming little garden with an affordable entrance fee.
Hakata Mizutaki Toriden
The chicken is fresh and cooked to perfection at the table.
Reisen Park
I went to the Kyushu Rainbow Parade event here!
Torimabushi
The chicken was cooked beautifully and the skin was especially delicious.
Hakata Station underground shopping center
Has everything and more.
🕐 Open · Closes 10 PM
AMU EST Hakata
This is an extension to AMU Plaza.
🕐 Open · Closes 8 PM
Notime Mixology Bar (ノータイム ミクソロジー バー)
Best cocktails ever, friendly staff, great atmosphere!
🕐 Closed · Opens 5 PM
Hakata Machiya Hometown Museum
Has many interactive exhibits and a painting class.
Seiryu Park
2. At night there are beautifully decorated trees and bridges.
Ningyocho Imahan JR Hakata City
Superb food quality with excellent attention to service details.
博多 Bar LEVEL XYZ 博多駅前本店
This place has nice sit to have drinks with friend.
🕐 Closed · Opens 7 PM
Hakata Mizutaki Hamadaya Kouten
Food here is amazing and it's a wonderful experience to eat here.
Tsubame-No-Mori Hiroba Rooftop Garden
It has a bike are for the kids, a deck where you can see the buildings.
Music Bar SIDE:K Fukuoka
Nice mood, nice people and nice service!
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 PM
Barr Nowhere
Great atmosphere Classy drinks Boss was cool with true enthusiasm in music
Sun Plaza Underground Shopping
Clean and comfortable.
🕐 Open · Closes 8 PM
Cheers
No creepy dudes, friendly staffs amazing drinks and affordable price.
🕐 Closed · Opens 8 PM
Sam’s Bar
Drinks are at a great price and the vibe is unmatched.
🕐 Closed · Opens 6 PM
Hakata Old Town Area
Fantastic area with a lot of different things to do.
Umakamon Street
🕐 Open now
Bar LIT
5/5 best bar in hakata
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 PM
Bar Cherokee
can't say enough about relaxed vibe with refined service and cocktails.
🕐 Closed · Opens 7 PM
BAR NINE
Chilled atmosphere, great cocktails, very reasonable prices.
🕐 Closed · Opens 6 PM
HAKATA PIER
Do watch out for the occassional sight of diving ducks and jumping fishes!
博多塀
A very relaxing experience.
Hideout Bar
It’s always fun, the staff are friendly, and the atmosphere is classy
🕐 Closed · Opens 11 PM
居酒屋しんちゃん
Dine-in
ひかり広場
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
About Hakata
Hakata serves as a vibrant port of call in Japan's Asia region, welcoming passengers from three major cruise lines including Oceania Cruises, Explora Journeys, and Norwegian Cruise Line. With ten upcoming cruises and itineraries typically spanning eleven nights, this bustling port connects travelers to some of East Asia's most compelling destinations, including Tokyo, Nagasaki, Busan, Hiroshima, and Nagoya. The peak seasons of February through April and October through November showcase why cruisers are drawn to this strategic location.
As the capital of Fukuoka Prefecture, Hakata offers cruise visitors an authentic blend of modern Japan and centuries-old traditions. Whether you're exploring the historic temples and shrines that dot the city or sampling world-renowned Hakata ramen at local food stalls, you'll discover why this port has become increasingly popular with cruise travelers seeking genuine cultural experiences. The city's efficient transportation and welcoming atmosphere make it easy to maximize your time ashore during your port call.
As the capital of Fukuoka Prefecture, Hakata offers cruise visitors an authentic blend of modern Japan and centuries-old traditions. Whether you're exploring the historic temples and shrines that dot the city or sampling world-renowned Hakata ramen at local food stalls, you'll discover why this port has become increasingly popular with cruise travelers seeking genuine cultural experiences. The city's efficient transportation and welcoming atmosphere make it easy to maximize your time ashore during your port call.
Cruise Lines at Hakata
- Oceania Cruises (13 cruises)
- Explora Journeys (4 cruises)
- Viking Ocean Cruises (4 cruises)
- Norwegian Cruise Line (3 cruises)
Cruises Departing From Hakata
Cruises Visiting Hakata
Ship Schedule at Hakata
Hakata Location
Other Cruise Ports in Japan
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hakata Port's location?
Hakata Port is located in Hakata, Fukuoka, Japan (lat 33.591358, lng 130.414878).
What is Hakata Port known for?
A major freight and passenger port in Japan, serving regional and international routes.
What are the coordinates of Hakata Port?
Latitude 33.591358, Longitude 130.414878.
How can I access Hakata Port?
Access via nearby rail and road links; look for Hakata Station and local bus connections.