SIGHTSEEING

Canal City Hakata: Fukuoka’s Premier Shopping and Entertainment Complex

2023.11.07

Canal City Hakata is a multifaceted commercial facility representing Fukuoka, accessible in about an 8-minute walk from Hakata Station. Spanning 43,500 square meters, the complex features a shopping mall, a movie theater, a theater, and more, all lined up along its extensive grounds. The birth of Canal City Hakata has brought significant attention to the area around Hakata Station, making it a convenient spot for shopping during your Fukuoka travels.

Shopping Galore

Canal City Hakata is a retail haven where numerous notable shops converge. From fashion to miscellaneous goods, the complex boasts about 140 specialty stores in “Canal City OPA,” trendy shops aplenty in the “East Building,” and a full array of high-quality food, clothing, general goods, furniture, and electronics at “MUJI.” It’s truly an overwhelming shopping destination that cannot be fully enjoyed in just one day.

A Feast for Foodies

The vast site houses a variety of dining establishments, from chic restaurants perfect for special occasions to convenient fast food, covering Japanese, Western, and Chinese cuisines. On the basement floor, “Canal Grand Plaza” offers a lineup of restaurants and cafes where you can enjoy authentic cuisine in a serene atmosphere. Particularly popular among women is “Yutori no Kukan,” produced by the culinary expert Harumi Kurihara. The “Ramen Stadium,” where famous ramen shops from all over Japan gather, is also a must-visit.

Watch and Play

Canal City Hakata isn’t just about shopping and dining; it’s also home to “Canal City Theater,” where you can enjoy musicals and plays, “United Cinema Canal City 13” with its 13 screens, and “TAITO STATION” filled with medal games and UFO catchers, among other entertainment facilities that satisfy the playful heart.

Access

– About a 7-minute walk from JR “Hakata Station”
– About a 7-minute walk from Subway Airport Line “Gion Station”
– About a 10-minute walk from Subway Airport Line “Nakasu-Kawabata Station”
– About a 15-minute walk from Subway Nanakuma Line “Tenjin-Minami Station”
– Immediately after getting off at the “Canal City Hakata-mae” stop of the Nishitetsu Bus

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Official Website: [https://canalcity.co.jp/]