Yusentei Park: A Tranquil Escape in Fukuoka
Discover tranquility at Yusentei Park in Fukuoka, a traditional Japanese garden with serene ponds, lush greenery, and historic teahouses.
Yusentei Park is a serene Japanese garden in Fukuoka, originally built in 1754 as a secondary residence for Lord Kuroda Tsugutaka. This 'pond-stroll' garden offers a peaceful retreat with lush greenery, a central pond, teahouses, and meticulously arranged natural elements.
A brief summary to Yusentei Park
- 1-46 Yusentei, Fukuoka, Yusentei, Jonan Ward, Fukuoka, 814-0122, JP
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- Tuesday 9 am-5 pm
- Wednesday 9 am-5 pm
- Thursday 9 am-5 pm
- Friday 9 am-5 pm
- Saturday 9 am-5 pm
- Sunday 9 am-5 pm
Local tips
- Visit during the autumn foliage season for stunning views of the vibrant red maple trees.
- Enjoy a traditional matcha tea and Japanese pastry in the Ohiroma hall overlooking the pond.
- Wear comfortable shoes, as the park involves a lot of walking on winding paths.
- Check the park's calendar for cultural events and tea ceremonies to enhance your experience.
- Note that the park is closed on Mondays (or the following day if Monday is a national holiday) and during the New Year's period (Dec 29 - Jan 1).
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Getting There
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Public Transport
From Tenjin or Hakata, take the Nishitetsu Bus No. 12 and get off at the 'Yusentei' stop, followed by a 5-minute walk. Alternatively, from Hakata, take bus No. 13, 16, 96, or 113 and get off at the 'Yusen Chugakko-mae' stop, then walk for 10 minutes. A single bus fare typically costs around ¥230. Alternatively, take the Nanakuma Subway Line to Ropponmatsu Station, then walk for approximately 25 minutes. Subway fare from Hakata Station to Chayama Station is between ¥260-¥290. From Ropponmatsu Station, you can also take bus 12 or 12-1 to the Yusentei bus stop.
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Taxi
A taxi from Hakata Station to Yusentei Park takes approximately 8 minutes and costs between ¥2,400 and ¥3,000. From Tenjin, a taxi ride is shorter, around 4 minutes.
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Driving
If driving from Tenjin, take Keyaki Avenue through Ropponmatsu. At the Befu-Bashi intersection, turn left and drive along the Hii River for 1km; the park will be on the left, 100m past the AEON Sasaoka Branch. Parking is available at the park with 20 spaces. The fee is ¥300 for regular cars.
