Written by Jane Pipkin
LaLaport Fukuoka is a massive shopping park complex, owned by the same company as Urban Dock LaLaport Toyosu.
Though it’s a bit off the beaten path from central Hakata, LaLaport is your one-stop shop for all your shopping needs. Whether you’re looking for the latest fashion or exclusive Kyūshū goods, you’ll find it all here.
In addition to its over 200 shops, some of the standout features include the Fukuoka Toy Museum, Market 351 (inspired by the former fruit and vegetable market that once occupied the site), and KidZania.
LaLaport Fukuoka is famous for its impressive 24 m RX-93ff vGundam statue. Each hour, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., the Gundam moves to the main theme tune of Mobile Suit Gundam: Char’s Counterattack. At night, the statue lights up and features a special show.
Inside the mall, you’ll also find other Gundam exhibits, and a wide range of merchandise to buy.
How to get there
From Hakata Station, take the L Bus (Route 46) from the Chikushi Entrance bus terminal, heading to LaLaport Fukuoka. The journey takes about 20 minutes, with buses running approximately every 30 minutes. The one-way fare is ¥220.
If you want to take the train, you will first need take the Kagoshima Line (local towards Kurume) from Hakata Station to Takeshita. From there, it is a 13-minute walk to LaLaport. The jourey takes 16 minutes and costs ¥170.
Conveniently, there is a bus that goes directly to and from Fukuoka Airport, meaning you can shop before taking or after arriving from your flight.
- 1.5 km from Ijiri Station Nishitetsu Tenjin Ōmuta Line (T6)
- 1.5 km from Ōhashi Station Nishitetsu Tenjin Ōmuta Line (T5)
