2026 Shime Travel Guide: must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transport & travel experiences (updated in August)

"Chinese Restaurant Hassenkaku" ⁡ Shime-machi, Kasuya-gun, Fukuoka Prefecture About a 6-minute drive from JR Sakado Station ⁡ I was really craving Chinese food, so I visited the Shime branch of Hassenkaku. ⁡ They had both table and tatami room seating. ⁡ ✤ Hakata Sara Udon Soft thick noodles with plenty of vegetables. ⁡ ✤ Fried Rice A simple, classic fried rice. ⁡ ✤ Pan-fried Gyoza Each piece was quite large, served piping hot, and delicious. ⁡ Everything was pretty generous in portion size and tasted great. ⁡ They also had frozen items for takeout. ⁡ Thanks for the meal (⋆ᴗ͈ˬᴗ͈)” ⁡ ⁡ · Menus and prices may be subject to change. ⁡ ┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈𖠚ᐝ𖠿𖠋𖧧┈ [Chinese Restaurant Hassenkaku] Shime Branch ⁡ · 36-1 Minamizato, Shime-machi, Kasuya-gun, Fukuoka Prefecture ▷ Weekdays 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM Weekends & Holidays 11:00 AM - 3:30 PM 4:30 PM - 9:00 PM Closed: None Parking: Available ༶ஐ┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈ ⁡ ⁡ ⁡ ⁡

『Nikusai-dokoro Kaeruya』 Located in Shime Town, Kasuya District, Fukuoka Prefecture I heard about a place with incredibly filling meals, so I decided to check it out! ✤ Tokutoku Three-Item Set Meal ･ Chicken Karaage with Grated Daikon and Ponzu Sauce ･ Fried Prawn with Head ･ Salted Mackerel I really wanted to try the Chicken Nanban too, but my heart was set on the salted mackerel 🐟 When the food arrived, I was surprised by the size of the plate ∑(°口°๑) Huge fried prawn 🍤 Richly flavored salted mackerel 🐟 And four pieces of karaage 🐓 I was completely full and very satisfied (◦ˉ ˘ ˉ◦) There are many other tempting menu items as well. Next time, I want to try the Chicken Nanban! Thank you for the meal (⋆ᴗ͈ˬᴗ͈)” ※ Menu items and prices may have changed. ┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈𖠚ᐝ𖠿𖠋𖧧┈ 【Nikusai-dokoro Kaeruya】 ■ Address: 3-2-2 Tatomicho, Shime Town, Kasuya District, Fukuoka Prefecture ▷ Hours: 11:30–Last Order 14:00, 17:00–Last Order 21:00 Closed: Irregular holidays Parking: Available ༶ஐ┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈

* [Fukuoka] Shime Teba An izakaya in Shimemachi. We recommend making a reservation, especially on weekends. Their specialty is "Shime Teba". This time we had it with "salt". They also have curry, sauce, garlic, etc. The chicken wings are delicious♡ Everything I ate was delicious♡🥰 But When you're eating chicken wings, you become silent, just like with crab🤣 It's also nice that there's a partition so it's like a semi-private room♡ 📍 2-8-14 Shime Higashi, Shimemachi, Kasuya-gun, Fukuoka #Shime Teba #Chicken Wings #Izakaya #Shime #Shimemachi Gourmet #Shime Gourmet #Fukuoka Gourmet #Fukuoka Tourism #Fukuoka Tourism

* Shimemachi/ Hakata Yoshi Fish Main Store Saturday lunch. Went to Hakata Yoshi Fish Main Store along Route 68. ☑︎ Regular sushi set meal ☑︎ Sashimi set meal Tempura is included for an additional 300 yen. There is no option to not add it😂 It was a voluminous lunch♡ The sushi was delicious♡ There is also a counter, so you can have lunch for one person♡ 📍 3-2-3 Shime Chuo, Shimemachi, Kasuya-gun, Fukuoka #Hakata Yoshi Fish #Hakata Yoshi Fish Main Store #Shimemachi #Shime Lunch #Sushi #Fukuoka #Fukuoka Lunch #Sushi Lunch #Shime Gourmet #Fukuoka Gourmet #Fukuoka Trip #Fukuoka Sightseeing

* [Shime Town] Kaeruya Meat and Vegetable Shop A restaurant where you can eat delicious set meals♡ A Lunch Set Meal (Chicken Karaage Mayonnaise, Fried Shrimp, Chicken Nanban) Awesome♡ I love Kaeru-san's fried shrimp♡ This set is the best for Mikan✨ ⚫︎Kaeruya Meat and Vegetable Shop 2-3-3 Tamomi, Shime-machi, Kasuya-gun #Kaeruya Meat and Vegetable Shop #Set Meal #Shime-machi Gourmet #Shime-machi Lunch #Lunch #Fukuoka Lunch

#WesternJapan A cake shop near Fukuoka Airport "Rothenburg" Their baumkuchen and mont blanc are really delicious. Mont blanc has a 30 minute expiration date I have to eat it while the meringue is still crispy, so I went straight home and made it just in time Baumkuchen is also only available for cherry blossoms in spring Not only was it cute when the cherry blossoms bloomed, but it was really delicious💕

📍Cafe Chicca Tucked away in a quiet residential neighborhood, Cafe Chicca is a hidden gem. Open the door, and you're welcomed into a serene space filled with the cozy warmth of wood—perfect for losing track of time and simply relaxing. Their tarts, generously topped with seasonal fruits, and carefully crafted baked goods are not only delicious but also incredibly aesthetic, practically begging for a photo. Whether you're dropping by for lunch, a quick coffee break, or enjoying a peaceful solo outing, this spot is ideal. It's a wonderful, soul-soothing cafe with a cozy atmosphere and comforting flavors that will keep you coming back for more.  🅿️Free parking available

『Kensington Market Cafe』🇬🇧 ⁡ Shime, Kasuya District, Fukuoka 10 mins by car from JR Shinbaru Station ⁡ A hidden gem in a residential neighborhood. The owner, a former architect, apparently renovated the old garage himself. It feels more like a classic retro coffee shop than a modern cafe. ⁡ ✤ Cheesecake ✤ Wagashi (Traditional Japanese sweets) ✤ Coffee ⁡ I loved the vibe of the knick-knacks and furniture inside. I couldn't stop looking around lol ⁡ The owner's handwritten menu is also a really nice touch ✨️ ⁡ I only planned to grab a coffee and head out, but the owner is super chatty lol He shared so many interesting stories with me. Before I knew it, I'd been there for over an hour and a half lol ⁡ Next time, I'm definitely getting lunch (◦ˉ ˘ ˉ◦) It's a bit out of the way, but I definitely want to visit again ✨️ ⁡ Thanks for the great food and time (⋆ᴗ͈ˬᴗ͈)” ⁡ ⁡ · Menu items and prices may be subject to change. ⁡ ┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈𖠚ᐝ𖠿𖠋𖧧┈ [Kensington Market Cafe] 🇬🇧 ⁡ · 760-6 Yoshihara, Shime, Kasuya District, Fukuoka ▷ 11:30 AM - 5:00 PM Lunch: 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM Closed: Wednesdays Parking: Available ༶ஐ┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈ ⁡ ⁡ ⁡ ⁡ ⁡ ⁡

It is really convenient to rent a car in Fukuoka, and this platform introduction is really good! These were picked up near the airport! Self-driving tours

#cherryblossom25 Just when I thought the cherry blossom season was coming to an end, I discovered the late-blooming Yaezakura (double-flowered cherry blossoms) still in full bloom! 🌸💖 Unlike the early-blooming varieties, Yaezakura bloom from mid-April to the end of the month, and this time I had the chance to witness a magnificent sea of these flowers at Isshinji Temple in Oita, Kyushu! 🌸✨ What makes this place even more special is that it's not a popular tourist spot, so it’s a peaceful, uncrowded haven for anyone who wants to enjoy cherry blossoms in peace. The temple is almost deserted, with just a few occasional visitors, meaning you can take your time, snap endless photos, and truly soak in the beauty. 📸💕 There are so many unique colors of cherry blossoms here — from the classic soft pink to beautiful green, golden, and even gradient-colored blossoms. And the best part? You can enjoy the cherry blossoms at night as well, where they’re beautifully lit up, offering a completely different and magical view! 🌟🌸 Entry is only 1000 yen, and it’s totally worth it. This spot is perfect for those who are driving through Kyushu. Just park your car at Isshinji’s parking lot, take a short walk, and you’ll find yourself surrounded by an enchanting sea of pink blossoms. 🚗🌿 So if you’re planning a trip to Kyushu during cherry blossom season, definitely make a stop at Isshinji Temple for a serene and stunning sakura experience! 😍🌸 #travel

A stylish bakery in a residential area Halloween only! The bread and donuts are too cute🎃 Wheat Factory Panache Limited quantity ghost trio♡ 170 yen Chocolate, custard and strawberry cream bread Not only cute but also delicious with 3 different flavors Halloween donut👻 180 yen Whipped cream donut All the bread is delicious, especially the freshly fried curry bread! There is an eat-in space in front of the store 94-1 Yoshiwara, Shime-machi, Kasuya-gun, Fukuoka Prefecture Business hours: 8:00-18:00 Closed: Mondays (if a public holiday, the store is closed the following weekday) Large parking lot available 5 minutes walk from Nishitetsu bus "Yoshiwara bus stop" #Halloween2024 #Halloween #Halloweensweets #Fukuokacafe #Fukuokabread #Fukuokabakery #Fukuokabakerytour #Fukuokagourmet #fukuoka

#FreeTrip This is sure to be a wonderful travel memory. Why not come and visit Japan? We are sincerely looking forward to welcoming you.

Went to Cafe Chicca in Shimemachi 𖠚ᐝ I love this tart, so I'm looking forward to the peach collaboration✨️ ︎︎︎︎︎︎☑︎Peach tart 600 yen Hibiscus almond dough topped with custard cream and lots of peaches made me go "Kyaaa💕" ( ૢ* •͈ ̮ •͈ ૢ)➳ꢭKyun The hidden plum jam was a nice accent and it was delicious︎♪ ︎︎︎︎︎︎☑︎Peach and mint soda and peach sorbet 700 yen Peach sorbet with compote and jam It's a drink but it's like a dessert😆✨️ It was delicious this time too~😆︎💕︎ I'm looking forward to the next dessert♪ This is information from when I visited, so please check it before you go😊 ┈┈┈┈┈𖤣𖥧𖥣𖡡𖥧𖤣┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈ [Cafe Kikka] ꕤAddress: 2-3-44 Shime, Shime-cho, Kasuya-gun ꕤPhone: 092-985-4011 ꕤBusiness hours: 12-17 (last order 16:30) Lunch: 12-15 (while stocks last) ꕤClosed: Sunday, Thursday, irregular holidays ꕤParking Yes ┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈𖤣𖥧𖥣𖡡𖥧𖤣┈┈┈┈ #cafechicca #kasuyagun #shimemachi #fukuoka #kasuyasweets #kasuyacafe #shimesweets #shimecafe #kasuyaguncafe #kasuyagunsweets #shimemachicafe #shimemachisweets #fukuokacafe #fukuokasweets #travelwithme

#thingstodo A very spatial park with lots of different activities/playgrounds, great for all ages! They have a grass (artificial) sleighing hill where you can rent boards (I'm pretty sure it was free). Roughly 20000 seater stadium. Access is quite poor for park a ride and drop off locations during big games. I have watched Avispa play here and we were dropped off a little closer but for the rugby world cup we had to walk around 20 minutes to the stadium. It's a small but adequate stadium. There is no roof so be prepared if you watch something during poor weather.

#fallishere I may have found the perfect udon place in Japan and that would be Marugame Seimen Udon restaurant. This udon specialty restaurant allows you to mix and match your udon ingredients. First, you choose your udon portion size and if you want it soup or dry or If you want it with egg or meat, then after that, you can mix and match different tempura ingredients to go along with your noodles. I love that the menu is not fixed. Their udon is also thick and chewy, which is perfect. Try this udon specialty restaurant if you're ever in Japan!

#FukuokaTourism [AEON Mall Fukuoka] 192-1 Oinoki, Sakadono, Kasuya-machi, Kasuya-gun, Fukuoka 10:00-21:00 A huge AEON Mall! It's so big that you can enjoy just walking around. You won't get bored even if you're there all day. There are more stores than other AEON Malls. This was my first time using the AEON Mall lounge. You can get a free cup of coffee, juice, tea, or mineral water. It's a great place to take a break from shopping 🙆‍♀️ This is a time-based system, so you must make a reservation. I went to the lounge on the day and was able to make a reservation on the spot. I was able to enter 5 minutes later.

* Shime Town/ Kneaded Udon "Kon" Every time I go to Kon, I ask for vegetable tempura topping. I recommend it☺️ This time I got chikuwa tempura on top, so it's even more voluminous♡ The udon is sooooooooo good♡ so please come♡ 📍 34-4 Minamizato, Shime-machi, Kasuya-gun, Fukuoka Prefecture #KonKonNerikomiUdon #Kon #Udon #FukuokaUdon #FukuokaLunch #FukuokaGourmet #BuzenUrauchiKai #Shime-machi #Shime-machiGourmet #Shime-machiLunch #FukuokaTourism

* Shime Town/ Korean home cooking Yakiniku Chingu🌶 @kankoku.mania.chingu Even though we went as a couple, we ate so much that we wanted to eat so much😂 I love the spicy stir-fried octopus♡ Ahhhh🌶 😂 By the end, I was sweating lol Soondubu jjigae Stone-grilled bibimbap Spicy stir-fried octopus Mochi cheese chijimi (I think) Lunch is also reasonably priced♡ #Chingu #Korean home cooking Chingu #Korean food #Korean food lunch #Lunch #Shime Town lunch #Fukuoka lunch #