Best Hostels for Backpackers, Solo Travellers, and Female Travellers in Fukuoka City, Japan

Fukuoka is the capital of the Fukuoka prefecture and the largest city on the island of Kyushu. It's a modern city that was historically divided by the river into two cities: Hakata and Fukuoka. These cities later merged into one and today the main railway station and port are both referred to as Hakata Station and Hakata Port. There are two centers to the city, one in Hakata and one in Tenjin. There are a good number of hotels and hostels around Hakata Station as well as in the Gion area, Nakasu, and Tenjin.

Many visitors use Fukuoka as a starting point for exploring the area. Public transportation is relatively easy to navigate and this is a modern and comfortable city to spend some time.