Shiobaru Travel Guide
Fukuoka
Popular places to visit
Canal City Hakata
You can browse for souvenirs with a trip to Canal City Hakata, a popular shopping spot in Fukuoka. While in this culturally rich area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Port of Hakata
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Port of Hakata during your travels in Fukuoka. Amble around the area's marina or visit its monuments.
Marine Messe Fukuoka
Catch an event at Marine Messe Fukuoka during your trip to Fukuoka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Mizuho PayPay Dome Fukuoka
Cheer on the Fukuoka Softbank Hawks, one of Japan’s most beloved and successful baseball teams, in a hyper-modern stadium.
Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine
Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine is just one of the places to see in Dazaifu, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Ohori Park
Stylish stone bridges lead to the islands decorating the lake in a central park filled with museums, gardens and shrines.
Things to do
Fukuoka Seafood Market and Local Flavors Day Tour with Dazaifu
Takachiho Gorge & Kamishikimi Kumanoimasu Shrine Hiking Day Tour
Top hotels in Shiobaru
JR KYUSHU HOTEL Blossom Hakata Chuo
Reception processed our separate bookings so we didn’t have to re check in. Location is key, stones throw away from Hakata station and leisurely 10 min walk to canal city mall,
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
THE BASICS FUKUOKA
Friendly front desk staff. Great house keeping team.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Nishitetsu Grand Hotel
위치가좋고 객실도 청결하게 유지되어 있었습니다
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
THE BLOSSOM HAKATA Premier
Size of the room was spacious, high ceilings, comfort bed. Shower was powerful and anything else in the room just met our needs for 3 nights stay. Used laundry room-excellent fast washing. My husband tried Onsen Sadi was really nice experience. Hotel close to Hakata station which was very convenient. ...
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Hotel New Otani Hakata
Hotel is a little dated but the staff were outstanding. Beds are definitely on the hard side even for Japan standards but they accommodated and actually switched out my mattress when I was out. Breakfast buffet had lots of good quality options. Location is great.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Tokyu Stay Hakata
Clean room and helpful staff
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shiobaru
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.
Hakata Ward
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Hakata Ward. If sightseeing is on the list, Canal City Hakata is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Higashi-Hie Station or Fukuoka Airport Station to see more of the area.
Sumiyoshi
While visiting Sumiyoshi, you might make a stop by sights like Canal City Hakata and Rakusuien Gardens.
Hakataekihigashi
While Hakataekihigashi may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Canal City Hakata and Amu Plaza Hakata.
Hakata Ekimae
Hakata Ekimae is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Canal City Hakata and Amu Plaza Hakata.
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.
