HAKATAJIMA
Hakata Island Tourist Information
Hirakiyama Park
This park is located at the summit of Mt. Oeuvre at an altitude of 149m. It is known as a famous cherry blossom spot, and you can enjoy the view from the observation deck, with a panoramic view of the Chugoku Mountains, Shikoku Mountains, Omishima Bridge, Hakata Oshima Bridge, and Tatara Bridge. In addition to cherry blossoms, there are also acetonates, allowing you to enjoy the changing seasons. The park also has play equipment such as a 36m slide and a jungle gym.
Funaori Seto
The narrow Seto between Hakatajima and Ushima is a river that flows like a river, and the name of the ship will break. You can enjoy the changes in the scenery of the Red Lighthouse's rocky shore due to tidal differences and the sailing of the ships traveling. To the west is the legendary Niwatorikojima (White Lighthouse). This Niwatorikojima has ancient tomb ruins, and is also the island where the navy's castle was set, and pier remains are left on the coast.
Sasagejima
Angel Road
Angel Road is a natural phenomenon and is a sandy road that appears at low tide. This road connects Hakata Island and the small neighboring island for about 450 meters, and is also known as the "Mont Saint-Michel of the Shimanami Kaido." It is legendary that couples can be happy if they walk hand-held, and is also known as the "holy place for lovers."
Dolphin Farm Shimanami
One of the largest "dolf-interaction facilities" in Japan.
Not only can you observe adorable dolphins up close, but the "Entertainment Course" allows you to shake hands and kiss the dolphins, while the "Swim Course" allows you to swim while holding onto the dorsal fin under the guidance of a trainer, and also experience underwater observation.
Experience an emotional and relaxing time you've never experienced before.
Hakata Beach
This beach is located at the foot of Hakata Oshima Ohashi Bridge, located inside Hakata S/C Park.
Showers, changing rooms and toilets are also well-known as a spot with beautiful views of the bridge in the setting sun.
You can enjoy the unique scenery of the Seto Inland Sea, where you can see Hakata Ohashi Bridge and other islands from the beach.
There is also Dolphin Farm Shimanami, where you can interact with dolphins on the beach. ”
Hakata Hometown Historical Park
A viewing park with a great view on a high ground overlooking Hakata Port. In the center of the park is Mokupo Castle, a restored medieval mountain castle, and is used as a Hakata Town Local Museum. This spot features a spectacular view that will thrill with history and romance while looking out at the sea.