Sushisakaba Sashisu Maing Review: Affordable Sushi at Hakata Station, Fukuoka, Japan

Sushisakaba Sashisu Maing Review: Affordable Sushi at Hakata Station, Fukuoka, Japan

Looking for a casual sushi spot near Hakata Station in Fukuoka, Japan? I tried Sushisakaba Sashisu inside Maing Mall and found a convenient, budget-friendly place with quick service, decent sushi, and one tuna belly roll I’d absolutely order again.

Ichiran Ramen Hakata Review: A Must-Eat Stop in Fukuoka, Japan

Ichiran Ramen Hakata Review: A Must-Eat Stop in Fukuoka, Japan

I finally tried Ichiran Ramen Hakata in Fukuoka, Japan, and now I completely understand the hype. From the efficient solo-booth system to the rich tonkotsu broth and melt-in-your-mouth chashu, this was one of the most satisfying ramen stops of our trip.

Ganso Hakata Mentaiju Review: Best Mentaiko Rice Bowl in Fukuoka, Japan

Ganso Hakata Mentaiju Review: Best Mentaiko Rice Bowl in Fukuoka, Japan

If you’re looking for the best mentaiko rice bowl in Fukuoka, Japan, Ganso Hakata Mentaiju is one of the city’s most famous picks. Here’s what the wait was like, what we ordered, and whether the signature mentaiko rice bowl and tsukemen were actually worth it.

Hotel Forza Hakataeki Chikushi-Guchi II Review: Hakata, Fukuoka, Japan

Hotel Forza Hakataeki Chikushi-Guchi II Review: Hakata, Fukuoka, Japan

I booked this Hakata hotel in a rush for a last-minute summer trip to Fukuoka, and thankfully it turned out to be a great choice. If you want a clean, compact, well-located stay near Hakata Station with thoughtful amenities, this one is worth a look.

Ooyama Motsunabe Review: KITTE Hakata, Fukuoka, Japan

Ooyama Motsunabe Review: KITTE Hakata, Fukuoka, Japan

This was my very first meal in Fukuoka, and I went straight for one of the city’s most famous specialties: motsunabe at Ooyama in KITTE Hakata. From the horse sashimi platter to the rich, bubbling hot pot, it was a satisfying first taste of Fukuoka—especially with zero wait at 3:30 p.m.