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Kyushu Railway Birthplace Monument

Commemorating the origin of Kyushu Railway at the site of the first Hakata Station, a tribute to the region's railway heritage.

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A monument commemorating the origin of Kyushu Railway, marking the spot where the first Hakata Station was established in 1889 and the beginning of railway operations between Hakata and Kurume. The monument features a black stone stele flanked by the driving wheels of a C6118 steam locomotive.

A brief summary to 九州鉄道発祥の地の碑

  • 1 Chome-10 Hakata Ekimae, Fukuoka, 1 Chome Hakata Ekimae, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, 812-0011, JP

Local tips

  • Take a moment to read the inscription on the monument to learn about the history of Kyushu Railway.
  • Visit the nearby Kyushu Railway History Museum in Mojiko to delve deeper into the region's railway heritage.
  • The monument is located in Deki-machi Park, offering a pleasant green space for relaxation.
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Getting There

  • Walking

    The Kyushu Railway Birthplace Monument is located a 5-minute walk from Hakata Station. Exit Hakata Station and walk north towards Deki-machi Park. The monument is located on the west end of the park.

  • Public Transport

    The monument is a 2-minute walk from Gion Subway Station (Exit 4). From Hakata Station, take the Kuko Line (towards Meinohama) to Gion Station. The fare is ¥200 [https://subway.city.fukuoka.lg.jp/eng/fare/].

  • Taxi

    A taxi from Hakata Station to the Kyushu Railway Birthplace Monument costs approximately ¥700-¥900, depending on traffic. The journey takes around 5 minutes.

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The Kyushu Railway Birthplace Monument stands as a tribute to the pioneering days of rail transport in Kyushu. Located in Hakata, Fukuoka, the monument marks the spot of the original Hakata Station, which opened in 1889. This event marked the commencement of railway operations between Hakata and Kurume, laying the foundation for the extensive railway network that would follow. The monument itself consists of a black stone stele, flanked by the driving wheels of a C6118 steam locomotive. The stele is inscribed with a history of Kyushu Railway, honoring the visionaries who made it a reality. Kyushu Railway was established in 1888, with initial operations overseen by German engineer Hermann Rumschöttel. The adoption of German engineering practices set Kyushu's railways apart from those on Honshu and Hokkaido, which were influenced by British and American engineers respectively. While the monument's current location is near the south end of Deki-machi Park, some historical accounts suggest it may be slightly outside the original Hakata Station grounds. Nevertheless, it remains a significant landmark, commemorating the birth of Kyushu's railway system and its contribution to the region's industrial and cultural development.

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