Sawara Ward Travel Guide
Fukuoka
Visit Sawara Ward
Popular places to visit
Fukuoka Tower
Japan’s tallest seaside tower has a slick observation deck where you can take in 360-degree views of the city or make a romantic visit to the Lover’s Sanctuary.
Momochi Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Momochi Beach during your travels in Fukuoka? Take in the museums while you're in the area.
Fukuoka City Museum
See Japan’s legendary Gold Seal in this museum that celebrates the multicultural heritage and indigenous life of the people of Fukuoka, Japan’s gateway to Asia for thousands of year
Momochi Seaside Park
Explore the great outdoors at Momochi Seaside Park, a lovely green space in Fukuoka. Amble around the area's beaches or visit its shops.
Robosquare
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Robosquare during your travels in Fukuoka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Canal City Hakata
You can browse for souvenirs with a trip to Canal City Hakata, a popular shopping spot in Fukuoka. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Takachiho Gorge & Kamishikimi Kumanoimasu Shrine Hiking Day Tour
teamLab Forest Fukuoka an Immersive Art Experience Ticket
Top hotels in Sawara Ward
JR KYUSHU HOTEL Blossom Hakata Chuo
Clean room Friendly staff Automated check-in/out Close proximity to Hakata Station hence its popularity Best is next door to Ichiran Ramen and Welcia (easy to get cheap drinking water and snacks)
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
THE BLOSSOM HAKATA Premier
This hotel was wonderful in every way.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
THE BASICS FUKUOKA
clean, good food
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Nishitetsu Grand Hotel
No breakfast for ms
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Canal City Fukuoka Washington Hotel
pleasant staff.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Hotel MyStays Fukuoka Tenjin
Friendly and helpful staff. Close to eateries. There were noises of equipment/machinery as well as people chatting as they walked the back lanes. It didn’t bother us too much but might for those sensitive to noise. Overall a good stay.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Sawara Ward
Jonan Ward
Check out the parks while you're in Jonan Ward. Hop on the metro at Fukudai-mae Station and Nanakuma Station to see top sights like Aburayama Shimin no Mori and Yusentei Park.
Matsuyama
Matsuyama might not have many top sights, but Nishijin Shopping District and Fukuoka Municipal Zoo and Botanical Garden are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Minami Ward
You'll enjoy the monuments and parks in Minami Ward. You might want to make time for a stop at Sarayama Central Park or Haniyasu Shrine.
Chuo Ward
Chuo Ward is a destination travellers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Akasaka Station or Sakurazaka Station to explore sights like Maizuru Park.
Momochihama
While visiting Momochihama, you might make a stop by sights like Fukuoka Tower and Fukuoka City Museum.
Yakuin
Be sure to check out the restaurants and gardens while you're strolling through Yakuin, and hop on the metro at Yakuin-odori Station to see more of the surrounding area.
