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Canal City Hakata キャナルシティ博多

Checked October 2026 · next check January 2027 · 1 post since 2010

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Visiting Canal City Hakata today

  • What it is: A large shopping and entertainment complex in central Fukuoka, built around an indoor canal with curved, brightly coloured buildings on both sides. Entry is free.
  • Getting there: About 12 minutes' walk from Hakata Station, or a short subway ride.
  • Hours: Shops are generally open 10:00–21:00; restaurants stay open later.
  • Fountain shows: Water shows run through the day on the canal, some set to music. The evening shows (around 20:00 and 21:00) are the most impressive; check the official Canal City site for the current schedule.
Best timeGood any time of yearGood any time; best after dark for the lights and fountain shows

Checked against: Canal City Fountain Show guide – trvlogue · Exploring Canal City Hakata – Japan Travel. Check opening times and prices before you go.

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Canal City Hakata at Night

After a day out at Dazaifu in August 2010, I spent the evening at Canal City Hakata, the big shopping and entertainment complex in central Fukuoka. A…