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Experience a homestay at a farm in Fukuoka Prefecture
If you’d like to take a break from the hustle and bustle of urban life and relax, or perhaps try something a little different for your next trip, we recommend a farmstay that will give you a taste of traditional Japanese life.
Farmstay in Fukuoka Prefecture
A farm stay experience in Fukuoka offers an opportunity to connect with local people in rural villages. Guests can stay at a farmer's house, participate in farm work, and cook local dishes together, immersing themselves in the local lifestyle. They can also enjoy refreshing river swims, stargaze under clear night skies, and explore the region's rich history and culture through activities like traditional craft making and visits to historical sites.
The highlight of a farm stay is the chance to interact with local people through these shared experiences. Upon departure, guests are sent off with heartfelt farewells and an open invitation to return, leaving them with a lasting sense of belonging.
Fukuoka Area
Munakata Shachi no Kai
View moreThe city of Munakata overlooks the Genkai and Hibiki Seas and is renowned for its rich historical and cultural heritage. This heritage includes the Munakata Taisha shrines, one of which is located on the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Okinoshima Island. The city is also home to a guest house run by young people that offers activities such as fishing boat cruises and a two-day tour called the “World Heritage Munakata Taisha Special Spiritual Tour” that includes an overnight stay.
Asakura Green Tourism Association
View moreThe city of Asakura is located in a rural area through which the Chikugo River flows, said to be the largest river basin in Kyushu. It is about an hour’s drive from Fukuoka City. The region is also home to historical areas such as Akizuki, a castle town known as “the Little Kyoto of Chikuzen.” It is popular for its vegetables and fruit, nurtured by the area’s blessed natural environment, and the Harazuru hot spring, which boasts the highest volume of spring water in the prefecture—a perfect way to unwind after exploring the area.
Itoshima Fishery Tourism Promotion Association
View moreThe Itoshima Fishery Tourism Promotion Association is currently preparing to start offering farmstay services for visitors.
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Koishiwara Area Farmstay Promotion Association
View moreThe Koishiwara Area Farmstay Promotion Association is not currently accepting farmstay guests.
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Munakata Tokowaka Tourism Promotion Association
View moreHome to the sacred island of Okinoshima, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Munakata City is steeped in history. In addition to fresh seafood from the Genkai Sea, the area is also blessed with crops such as rice, wheat and strawberries. The local Munakata beef brand is renowned for its delicious flavor, as the cattle are raised on a specially blended feed. Work is underway to develop a campsite featuring bamboo houses and other facilities at a ranch that raises Munakata beef cattle. There, guests can enjoy Munakata beef barbecue in a spacious open area.
Kitazaki wo Kangaeru Kai
View moreAbout a 40-minute drive from Tenjin in Fukuoka City. Karadomari Village, developed from abandoned farmland, is a campsite nestled in greenery with a beautiful beach facing the Genkai Sea. Guests can make pizza, experience farm work, and more. There are also packages that allow you to enjoy the campsite without having to bring your own equipment, making it easy to enjoy the outdoors with minimal preparation.
Kitakyushu Area
Buzen Green Tourism Research Group
View moreBuzen City is a land teeming with nature from the sea to the mountains. To the east lies the Sea of Buzen, and to the west, a mountainous region known for its sacred Shugendo mountains, such as Mt. Hiko and Mt. Kubote. The Iwaya district, home to green tourism initiatives, is also a certified forest therapy area where visitors can enjoy the quiet mountain atmosphere and the slow passage of time.
Sugaridani Green Tourism Research Group
View moreThe town of Koge, in eastern Fukuoka, is close to the border with Oita Prefecture. It is endowed with the bounty of the mountains and connected to the Seto Inland Sea via the Bungo Channel. The Sugaridani district in particular is famed for its beautiful scenery. On a clear day, you can see as far as the Seto Inland Sea and the far shore of the Kanmon Strait—all the way into Yamaguchi Prefecture. Its countryside location is just a 10-minute drive from the nearest interchange, making it easily accessible from Kitakyushu and Oita.
Kamikii Community Association
View moreThe town’s slogan is “Harmony created by the sea, town, land, mountains and people.” As the slogan suggests, you can go clamming by the sea and also enjoy the rich countryside. Harvesting vegetables, especially sunroot, is popular, but it is possible to harvest seasonal produce all year round.
Chikugo Area
Kurume-Minoh Green Tourism Association
View moreKurume City has long been considered a center of industry, but it also boasts a rural area that stretches across the Chikugo Plain. The fertile lands nourished by the Chikugo River are renowned not only for rice, but also for producing saplings and fruits such as strawberries, persimmons, and grapes.
Yanagawa City Ariake Sea Tourism Research Group
View moreYanagawa City faces the Ariake Sea and is known for having the largest tidal flats in Japan, with the water level receding by up to six meters at low tide. Known for its waterfront, the city boasts a rich history and culture, having once flourished as the castle town of the Tachibana clan. Yanagawa also offers a range of tourism-related experiences that enable visitors to fully enjoy the Ariake Sea.
Haha no Zen Promotion Association
View moreFarmers in the Shiraki and Hoshino districts of Yame City have come together to promote hands-on activities and overnight stays at farmhouses.
The Shiraki district has long been celebrated for its delicious tangerines, and more recently it has gained recognition for its kiwifruits. Its farmers also produce delicious Shine Muscat grapes, among other crops. The Hoshino district is the main producer of Gyokuro, one of the finest leaves of Yame tea, the famous brand of Fukuoka Prefecture. Additionally, the local farmers take great pride in their miso, meticulously prepared from locally grown soybeans, and warmly welcome visitors who wish to try their hand at making some for themselves. Come and experience farming and hands-on crafting experiences unique to this mountainous area nestled deep in the Chikugo Plain.
Yame-Fukushima Agricultural Tourism Promotion Association
View moreYame-Fukushima was established as a castle town just before the Edo period. After the castle’s closure, it flourished as the commercial center of the Yame region. The town’s white-plastered buildings (made with a technique called igura-zukuri) remain as they were during that period, and in 2002 it was designated as a National Important Traditional Architecture Preservation Area. Various community development groups, including the Yame-Fukushima Agricultural Tourism Promotion Council and the Yame-Fukushima Townscape Preservation Society, along with local NPOs, are collaborating with both the public and private sectors to preserve and perpetuate the townscape.
Ukiha Fukutomi Kominka Town Development Association
View moreThe Fukutomi district of Ukiha City is located on the south side of the town of Yoshii, renowned for its Yoshii Gane. Historic buildings in this area, such as thatched-roof farmhouses, have been carefully restored and repurposed. Visitors will have the opportunity to stay in traditional Japanese houses that evoke a Japanese way of life in harmony with the four seasons as they enjoy a variety of activities, including fruit picking and forest therapy.
Chikugo-Yoshii Agricultural Tourism Promotion Association
View moreThe Chikugo-Yoshii district retains a layout dating back to the Edo period, featuring white-walled earthen storehouses that became widespread around the Meiji period and waterways constructed by generations of workers.
Visitors can experience the water-centric lifestyle of Ukiha at lodging facilities made from historic private homes that are over 100 years old.
Ukiha-machi Agricultural Tourism Promotion Association
View moreUkiha-machi in Ukiha City is renowned for its “Tsuzura” terraced rice fields. This area is particularly famous for its abundant harvests of persimmons and grapes.
Tachiarai Green Tourism Association
View moreThe expansive rural scenery of the Chikugo Plain seamlessly transitions into the serene atmosphere of Tachiarai. The setting sun on the horizon leaves a lasting impression. The town is blessed by the Chikugo River, making it a rich agricultural center where rice and vegetables are grown in abundance. The local farmers and monks will welcome you with home-cooked meals made especially for you.
Hoshino Village Historic Housing Research Group
View moreHoshino Village, part of Yame City, is surrounded by steep mountains and is home to the beautiful Hoshino River. The area, known as Oku-Yame, has a history of tea cultivation dating back to the Muromachi period. Its picturesque terraced rice fields and tea plantations, coupled with the sparkling night sky, have secured it a place on the list of “100 Best Villages in Japan.” Recently, an initiative has been launched to revitalize the area by cultivating the medicinal herb vetiver and renovating historic private residences.
Miyama City Green Tourism Promotion Association
View moreMiyama City is surrounded by mountains, rivers and the sea—namely Mt. Kiyomizu, the Yabe River, and the Ariake Sea. It is a treasure trove of local produce—both from the mountains and the sea—including celery, takana leaf mustard, tangerines, and nori. The city is also aiming to position itself as a hub for sports tourism, taking advantage of the Kyushu Olle Miyama/Mt. Kiyomizu hiking trails and the prefectural Chikugo Regional Park, which features one of the largest skateboarding facilities in the prefecture.
Ukiha Mountainous Area Farmstay Promotion Association
View moreUkiha City boasts beautiful mountain scenery, clear streams, and fireflies dancing through the air as the rainy season approaches. Local groups and inn owners have joined forces to provide a relaxing and enjoyable mountain village experience with lodging, activities, and meals tailored to guests’ wishes.
Fukuoka Experiential and Educational Tourism Association
View moreWe operate across municipalities in the Chikugo River basin, the largest river in Kyushu. We are committed to enhancing experiential tourism by offering a comprehensive array of activities that extend beyond traditional agricultural experiences. This includes culinary classes featuring locally sourced produce, fermentation cuisine utilizing Koji(rice malt), and unique cultural immersions such as Zazen meditation at a historically significant Zen temple, boiling soba noodles made from regional buckwheat, and guided tree climbing.
Chikuho Area
Ashijiro District Farmstay Promotion Association
View moreKama City is easily accessible, located about an hour’s drive from both Kitakyushu City and Fukuoka City. The area is also known for its natural beauty, with the Kaho Alps, a designated Japanese Mountain Heritage Site, stretching across its landscape. The Ashijiro area overlooks those very Kaho Alps. A former elementary school that has been converted into a lodging facility, turning it into a convenient hub for exploring the surrounding area.
Please visit Kama City’s official website for more details on the available facilities.
Kawasaki Farmstay Regional Association
View moreThis is not your typical tourist destination. It is a quiet little country town. Its fields and rice paddies are carefully tended, and time seems to pass slowly and leisurely here. The townspeople are sure to greet you with a smile. If you yearn for a peaceful country life, this might be the perfect place for you.
Saiou Ga Uma no Kai
View moreOver the years, Iizuka City has transformed from a Nagasaki Kaido highway post-station town into a coal-producing area and, eventually, a modern hub for blockchain and other cutting-edge technologies. The city is now developing ways for visitors to experience traditional village life, including farming, through the restoration of historic Japanese-style houses with straw-thatched roofs.
