Introducing the top 10 unmissable local gourmet dishes from the Fukuoka region.

Introducing the top 10 unmissable local gourmet dishes from the Fukuoka region.
When visiting the Fukuoka region, be sure to enjoy the authentic local gourmet dishes at their best.

Table of Contents

Mizutaki Hot Pot
Hakata Ramen
Nagahama Ramen
Chimaki
Motsu Nabe
Kurume Ramen
Okyuto
Hakata Mentaiko
Fan Lobster
Hakata Zoni

No.1

Mizutaki Hot Pot

Packed with collagen, perfect for beauty and wellness

Mizutaki Hot Pot (水炊き) is a traditional dish with over 100 years of history and a must-try specialty from Hakata. As its name suggests, this hot pot starts with simmering bone-in chicken piec...

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No.2

Hakata Ramen

Fukuoka’s pride: the iconic Hakata Ramen

When it comes to ramen in Fukuoka, Hakata Ramen (博多ラーメン, Hakata ramen) is the undisputed favorite. This renowned dish features a creamy, milky-white broth made primarily from pork bones, p...

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No.3

Nagahama Ramen

The rich and flavorful tonkotsu broth will have you hooked

When it comes to Fukuoka, Hakata ramen often steals the spotlight, but Nagahama Ramen (長浜ラーメン, Nagahama ramen) is another must-try local delicacy. Nagahama Ramen is known for its creamy an...

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No.4

Chimaki

Irresistibly chewy rice and a medley of delicious fillings!

Chimaki (ちまき, Chimaki) from the Chinese restaurant "Dim Sum World" is a local specialty of Hakata Nakasu. Loved by locals, it’s a taste that everyone in Hakata has enjoyed at least once and make...

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No.5

Motsu Nabe

A beloved local hot pot from Fukuoka

Motsu Nabe (もつ鍋, Motsu nabe) is a traditional hot pot dish from Fukuoka, with its origins in cooking beef or pork offal (hormone) and garlic chives in a simple soy sauce-based broth using an alu...

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No.6

Kurume Ramen

The birthplace of Kyushu-style tonkotsu ramen! "Kurume Ramen"

Kurume Ramen (久留米ラーメン, Kurume ramen) is a Kyushu-style tonkotsu (pork bone) ramen known for its rich, creamy white broth and straight noodles. While tonkotsu ramen is now popular nationwide,...

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No.7

Okyuto

A nostalgic taste and texture, perfect for dieting

Okyuto (おきゅうと, Okyuto) is a traditional specialty from Fukuoka that has been loved by locals for generations. It's a staple often enjoyed as a breakfast dish. Resembling tokoroten jelly or ...

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No.8

Hakata Mentaiko

The number one souvenir from Fukuoka: "Mentaiko"

Hakata Mentaiko (博多明太子, Hakata mentaiko) is one of Fukuoka's most famous specialties. It is made by fermenting pollock roe with a blend of chili pepper, salt, sesame, and garlic. This delic...

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No.9

Fan Lobster

A rare lobster with a unique shape, said to rival the taste of spiny lobster!

Fan Lobster (ウチワエビ, Uchiwa ebi) is known as a rare delicacy. True to its name, its head fans out like a traditional Japanese hand fan, giving it a distinctive and fascinating appearance. Wh...

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No.10

Hakata Zoni

A traditional New Year's dish from Fukuoka, "Hakata Zoni"

Hakata Zoni (博多雑煮, Hakata zoni) is a must-have New Year's dish in Fukuoka, particularly in the Hakata area. What sets Hakata Zoni apart is its flavorful broth made from grilled flying fish (...

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