A third place of interest is the old Fukuoka Castle Ruins. The start point of the park that the ruins is located in – Maizuru Park – is about 6 minutes away from Ohori Park and an easy walk, but there’s a gentle climb up to get to the castle ruins itself. Nothing too difficult, though the pathway is laden with cobble stones, with a sign that warns visitors to be extra careful during wet weather. There isn’t much to see in the ruins itself, but if you make your way to the top, you’d get a decent enough 360 view of Fukuoka city, though the foreground is partially obstructed by the flora in Ohori and Maizuru parks.
Still, the spot again is congestion free, and there is no admission charge too. So, if you’re in the vicinity, why not. :)
Summary: easy walk from Ohori Park to the start point, but beyond which, there’s some gentle slopes to go up, followed by stairs. If you’re in the vicinity and have about 30 minutes to spare, you can check it out to be treated to the view of the city. But even if not, you won’t be missing too much.
Continued in the next post about the Rakusuien Garden!
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