3 Fun and Family-friendly Eateries, Where You Can Enjoy the Taste of Fukuoka in Autumn

Enjoying local cuisine must be one of the highlights in travel, and the more satisfied with what you can eat during your stay in a destination, the more memorable your travel should be. However, you must have experienced having difficulties in looking for an appropriate eatery if you travel with kids. In that case, why don’t you take a look at our recommendations in Fukuoka, as known as the city of gourmet? The city in winter has lots of seasonal gastronomy to offer that are perfect for families traveling with kids.

All the spots in this issue are easily accessible within one transfer from Canal City Fukuoka Washington Hotel by subway or bus.

“Karatomari Ebisu Kakigoya” where you can enjoy brand-name oysters as you charcoal-grill

‘Karatomari Ebisu Oyster’ (唐泊恵比須かき), the brand-name oyster of Fukuoka City Fisheries Cooperative’s, is characterized by its rich flavor yet not fishy at all, large and crispy body, and really chewy scallops. In winter, many locals and tourists visit the producing area in search of its freshness. “Karatomari Ebisu Kakiboya” (唐泊恵比須かき小屋) is the first authentic Kakigoya (牡蠣小屋, oyster house, an eatery offering fresh oysters that have been just landed) in Fukuoka Prefecture, where you get to grille those fresh oysters yourself and enjoy by the sea. When you step into the place, you’ll find around 320 seats all equipped with charcoal-grill stoves. Since the charcoal provided here does not easily fly ashes, you can enjoy freshly grilled oysters and other seafood without worrying about getting your outfit dusty. And even if you are not confident in how to cook nicely, you don’t have to worry since experienced employees will help you to do so. There are also seaside seats with outstanding views.

Opening Hours	11:00AM – 5:00PM on Weekdays / 11:00AM – 16:00PM on Weekends and National Holidays / Closed on Tuesdays (except for national holidays on Tuesdays) *Refer to its official site for details as it is opened only for a certain period from November to March
Address	Kota, Nishi-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Access	A 12-station ride on Airport Line from Gion Station to Kyudai-Gakkentoshi Station and a 17-stop ride on Showa Bus from Kyudai-Gakkentoshi Eki Bus Stop to Umizuri Koenmae Bus Stop, then a minute walk
URL	https://tabelog.com/en/fukuoka/A4001/A400203/40025701/

Feel the season by enjoying sweets with seasonal fruits at “Kisshoka”

If you are a fan of fruits, “Kisshoka” (吉祥果) owned and managed by Asakura Fruit and Vegetable Wholesale Market is the place to visit. You can shop for fresh vegetables and fruits on the 1st floor while parfaits with lots of seasonal fruits and fruit juices with rich vitamins are waiting for you to enjoy at the cafe on the 2nd floor. Also, ‘Fruits Zuccotto’ (フルーツのズコット) in a perfect balance of heavily-cut fruits and cream that is not too sweet is also pretty popular. On the other hand, there is also a hearty lunch plate with plenty of vegetables and fruits. In Japan, winter is the season of fresh citrus fruits and persimmons. Why don’t you try Japan’s seasonal flavor while traveling in Fukuoka?

Opening Hours	11:00AM – 7:00PM / Irregular holidays
Address	2-8-137 Tenjin, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Access	A 2-station ride on Airport Line from Gion Station to Tenji Station, then a 3-minute walk
URL	https://tabelog.com/en/fukuoka/A4001/A400103/40019254/

Outstandingly fresh seafood bowls at “JF Itoshima Shima-no-Shiki”, a market run by a fishery cooperative

At “JF Itoshima Shima-no-Shiki” (ＪＦ糸島志摩の四季) ran by Itoshima Fisheries Cooperative and the tourism bureau of Itoshima City, you will be excited at not only the selection of fresh seafood that has just been landed but also a wide range of Itoshima-harvested vegetables and food products made with those vegetables. In addition to the wide variety of fresh items, you can get them reasonably priced that is so unique to the market ran in the very production area. If you can visit the place in lunchtime, the highlight of the market must be “Shima-no-Kaisendon-ya” (志摩の海鮮丼屋) in the corner of the fish section, in which you can enjoy the Seafood Bowl (海鮮丼, kaisendon) of the day for less than 1,000 yen. The Arajiru (アラ汁, miso soup with fishbone and meat) that comes with the seafood bowl leaves a rich aroma in your mouth and gets you warm from the inside of your body. Savor the blessings of the Genkai Sea to the full.

Opening Hours	8:30AM – 5:00PM / Closed in Obon Holidays (mid of August) and New Years Day
Address	33-1 Shimatsuwazaki, Itoshima City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Access	An 18-stop ride on Showa Bus “Itoshima Go” from Gionmachi Bus Stop to Meotobashi Bus Stop, then a 2-minute walk
URL	https://tabelog.com/en/fukuoka/A4009/A400901/40029350/