Hakatamachiya Furusatokan

This facility introduces visitors to the way of life in Hakata, mainly during the Meiji and Taisho eras (1868-1912 and 1912-1926). Machiya Hall has been designated a Cultural Property of Fukuoka City. There are displays of traditional crafts, and exhibits relating to the history and culture of Hakata in the Exhibition Hall, and you can join in a traditional crafts workshop here. You can purchase various souvenirs in the Souvenir Shop, including traditional crafts and confectionery.

Street address: 6-10 Reisen-machi, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka City
About FUKUOKA

Access

Route1

3 minutes on foot from Nishitetsu Bus Canal City Hakata-mae

Route2

15 minutes on foot from JR Hakata Station, or 5 minutes by taxi
5 minutes on foot from Gion Station on the City Subway

Opening Hours: 10:00 to 18:00 (November to April)
9:00 to 17:00 (May to October)

Closed: Once a month
December 29 to 31

Website: http://www.hakatamachiya.com/static/english.php

Best season: All year

Point: Advance reservations are necessary for the craft workshop.
There is virtual reality equipment with recordings of Hakata Gion Yamagasa in the Exhibition Hall, so you can experience the atmosphere of the actual festival.