Nishi Park

Nishi Park is an urban park in Aoba-ku with rolling terrain that provides multiple viewpoints overlooking Fukuoka City, Hakata Bay, and Shikanoshima Island. The hilly landscape creates different zones and pathways that guide visitors through the space in natural patterns.

The park was established in June 1875 during the Meiji period, marking an early effort to create public green spaces in Japanese urban areas. This founding reflected the broader movement to introduce modern park concepts to cities across the nation.

The park serves as a gathering place for spring cherry blossom celebrations, when the roughly 1,300 trees draw visitors from across the city to experience the seasonal bloom. This annual event has become central to local traditions and shapes how residents connect with the space.

The park can be reached by several transportation options, including Nishitetsu Bus services and connections with the Fukuoka City Subway at nearby stations. Visitors will find clear entry points and can explore the hilly terrain using multiple pathways throughout.

The park preserves an evergreen forest dating to the Edo Period with native beech trees that have a distinctive mesh-patterned texture on their bark. This ancient forest formation offers visitors a quiet encounter with the original forest type that once covered the region.

Location: Aoba-ku

Inception: June 20, 1875

Official opening: June 20, 1875

GPS coordinates: 38.26217,140.86178

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:03