Shofuen Garden, located in a quiet residential area spreading south of Tenjin, the downtown area of Fukuoka City, is a park where you can enjoy autumn leaves in various parts of the garden, including the autumn leaves of Japanese maple trees that are over 100 years old.
The best time to see the leaves is usually from mid-November to late November, and in particular, the Japanese garden in the Nodate Plaza, which is modeled after Suruga Bay and Mount Fuji, is a spectacular spot where the colored trees shine. In addition, a night opening will be held from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM on November 25th (Sat), 2023, and there will also be an event where you can enjoy tea and light-up.
The charm of the autumn leaves at Shofuen Garden is its tranquility. You can forget the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy autumn leaf viewing while feeling the taste of a mountain retreat. It is also a nice point that you can move by wheelchair from the parking lot to the entrance hall, and that you can enjoy the garden even in rainy weather.
Why not take this opportunity to fully enjoy the rich nature and the peaceful autumn atmosphere of Fukuoka?
Autumn Leaves Data
| Item | Information |
| Spot Name | Shofuen Garden |
| Usual Start of Coloring | Mid-November |
| Usual Best Viewing Period | Late November The period is the usual best time to see the leaves. It may vary depending on weather conditions. |
| Autumn Leaves Festival | None |
| Light Up | Yes |
| Types of Trees with Autumn Leaves | Japanese Maple, Others |
| Recommended Viewing Points | The Japanese garden in the Nodate Plaza, which is modeled after Suruga Bay and Mount Fuji |
| Other Recommended Points | Garden/Shrine/Yellow (Ginkgo, etc.)/Red (Maple, etc.) |
| Time | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Night Opening November 25th (Sat), 2023 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM |
| Fee | Paid Admission Admission Fee Adults 100 yen, Children (junior high school students and younger) 50 yen |
| Contact | 092-524-8264 |