Christmas Advent (Fukuoka)

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Christmas Advent (Fukuoka)

The streets of Fukuoka all alight with illuminations, at this 11th annual Christmas festival.

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The Fukuoka Christmas Market first launched in 2013 at the JR Hakata Station front plaza. With each passing year, the venues have expanded to include Tenjin and Nakasu, illuminating the city of Fukuoka during winter. Now, in its 11th year in 2023, the occasion has evolved into a full-fledged Christmas Advent. Head out during the four-week event to see the city streets in all the merry glory of illuminations.

The larger-than-life Christmas tree and illuminations near JR Hakata Station and Fukuoka City Hall are just a start, as spots across the city including the Kokaido Kihinkan (Prefectural Guest House), Tenjin Central Park, and others are all set aglow. As an extra perk, the Fukuoka Daimyo Garden City has joined the ranks with its own illuminations as of 2023, and along Nakasu avenue you can even find Nakasu Hikari no Advent, a special light display that ties in all the different illuminations.

For foodies, head over to the main venues for a warm mug of glühwein (mulled wine) and hot chocolate to warm up and enjoy along with classic Christmas bites. You may also stumble across shops selling authentic Christmas goods from Europe.
Step out and see the city all wrapped up in the cozy vibes of joy and hope as the days count down to Christmas, a winter a tradition in Fukuoka that makes the season all the more magical.

Highlights

  • A city-wide Christmas spectacle, celebrating its 11th year in Fukuoka.
  • Event is now named "Christmas Advent" as of 2023, pulling out all the stops of full Christmas grandeur.
  • Illuminations dotted across in the city in places like JR Hakata Station front plaza, Hakata, Tenjin, Nakasu, and more.
  • The city is bathed in the festive spirit with Christmas trees and illuminations.
  • Warm drinks, food, and Christmas merchandise shops set up their stalls, adding to the festive air.

Photos

  • CHRISTMAS MARKET in Hikari no Machi HAKATA

    CHRISTMAS MARKET in Hikari no Machi HAKATA

  • TENJIN Christmas Market

    TENJIN Christmas Market

  • FESTA de SANTA

    FESTA de SANTA

  • Hikari no Forest (Illumination Forest)

    Hikari no Forest (Illumination Forest)

  • Christmas Gate Park in Fukuoka Daimyo Garden City

    Christmas Gate Park in Fukuoka Daimyo Garden City

  • Christmas Market in Passage

    Christmas Market in Passage

  • Nakasu Hikari no Advent (Fukuhaku Deai Bridge)

    Nakasu Hikari no Advent (Fukuhaku Deai Bridge)

  • Nakasu Hikari no Advent (Nakagawa Street)

    Nakasu Hikari no Advent (Nakagawa Street)

  • Nakasu Hikari no Advent (Nakasu Central Street)

    Nakasu Hikari no Advent (Nakasu Central Street)

  • Nakasu Hikari no Advent (Kiyokawa Park)

    Nakasu Hikari no Advent (Kiyokawa Park)

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

Q

Is it possible to get only a hot drink?

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Drinks will be served in paper cups only in the case that mugs sell out. The mugs are a part of the memory, which we welcome you to take home as well.

Q

What kind of dishes are available, and how much do they cost?

A

Please refer to the official website for details.

Q

Is the event held even on rainy or snowy days?

A

The event will proceed in light rain but will be canceled in severe weather conditions. Cancellation announcements will be made on the official website.

Reviews

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  • 李祥青

    這有璀璨的聖誕燈飾,有滿載歐洲氣息的市集哦,還有很多個聖誕雜貨和美食的小木屋攤位。Christmas Advent 千萬不要錯過這個一年一度的福岡冬季聖誕節慶哦

Details

Name in Japanese
クリスマスアドベント
Telephone
092-402-0300(Foreign language not available)
Event date
Starting Date: November 6, 2023(JR Hakata Station Front Plaza)
*Duration varies by venue.
Access
JR Hakata Station Front Plaza: 1-minute walk from JR Hakata station on each line.
Tenjin Central Park: 5-minute walk from Nishitetsu-Fukuoka (Tenjin) station.
Fukuoka City Hall West Friendship Plaza: 4-minute walk from Nishitetsu-Fukuoka (Tenjin) station.
Kokaido Kihinkan (Prefectural Guest House) Front Plaza: 8-minute walk from Nishitetsu-Fukuoka (Tenjin) station.
Fukuoka Daimyo Garden City: 3-minute walk from Nishitetsu-Fukuoka (Tenjin) station.
Daimaru Fukuoka Tenjin Store Elgala Passage Plaza: 1-minute walk from Subway Nanakuma Line Tenjin-minami station, among others.
Official Website
Official Website (Japanese)