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Fukuoka
The heart of international trade in Kyushu, Fukuoka boasts a high concentration of technology and manufacturing enterprises and is one Japan's economic centers. Home to many of Japan's leading automotive, software, and envirotech enterprises, the city is a short 5-minute train ride away from the airport. Many people come from abroad to study, work, and live here and it is famous for it's high quality shopping and food culture. The area is rich with nature in the form of mountains, rivers, and the sea. There are also many festivals to enjoy making it a great place to pursue Japanese language studies.
Prefecture
Fukuoka
Airport Access
to Hakata Station from Fukuoka Airport
約5minutes
(direct local train)
Area
343km2
Population
1,579,000 People
Annual Precipitation and Average Temperature
Annual Precipitation
1,612mm
Average Temperature
17.0°C
Minimum Wage
814JPY/hr.
(National Avg.: 874 JPY/hr.)
Average cost of living for international students
116,000JPY/mo.
Places to see
Fukuoka Castle, Nakasu, Sumo Kyushu Basho, Momochi Seaside Park
Food to eat
Hakata Ramen, Mentaiko, Motsu Nabe