Overview
Dazaifu is a historic temple town in Fukuoka Prefecture that served as the political heart of northern Kyushu during the Heian period. The city is famous for Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine, one of Japan's most important shrines dedicated to the scholar Sugawara Michizane, and attracts students praying for academic success.
Budget Travel · Day Trips · History · Museums · Nature
Before you go
Culture
Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine is one of Japan's Top 3 Tenmangu shrines, dedicated to scholar Sugawara Michizane. Students visit to pray for academic success.
Food
Many restaurants near the shrine serve standard Japanese fare. Evening entertainment requires traveling to Fukuoka city.
Shopping
Monthly flea markets at Tenmangu Shrine feature second-hand kimono from ¥1000. For major shopping, head to Fukuoka city.
Transport
Dazaifu Station is on the Kagoshima Line, 25-30 minutes from Hakata Station in Fukuoka. Mahoroba tourist buses cost ¥100/ride or ¥300/day pass.
