
Uminonakamichi Seaside Park (海の中道海浜公園) is a large park located on the narrow peninsula of Uminonakamichi in Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan. The park covers an area of approximately 350 hectares and is known for its beautiful gardens, beaches, and recreational facilities.
One of the most popular features of the park is its collection of gardens, which includes a traditional Japanese garden, a tropical rainforest garden, and a rose garden. The gardens are designed to showcase the natural beauty of the region and are home to a wide variety of plants and flowers. The park also boasts seasonal flower fields, allowing visitors to enjoy a colorful display of blooms throughout the year.
The park features a beach called Sunshine Pool, where visitors can swim, sunbathe, and enjoy various water sports.
Other recreational facilities at the park include a cycling course, a horseback riding area, a miniature golf course, and a camping ground. There is also a large playground for children, a mini zoo called Animal Forest, and several restaurants and shops.
Getting there
By Train
From JR Hakata Station:
- Take the Kagoshima Main Line to Kashii Station (about 11 minutes)
- Transfer to JR Kashii Line (bound for Saitozaki) and get off at Uminonakamichi Station (about 20 minutes)
From Tenjin Subway Station:
- Take Subway Line 2 to Kaizuka Station (about 12 minutes)
- Transfer to Nishitetsu Kaizuka Line to Wajiro Station (about 18 minutes)
- Transfer to JR Kashii Line (bound for Saitozaki) and get off at Uminonakamichi Station (about 12 minutes)
By Car
- From Fukuoka City (Tenjin, Hakata, Fukuoka Airport):
Take Urban Expressway No. 6, exit at “Island City”, and go straight at Gannokuma intersection (about 15 minutes) - From Kumamoto, Oita, Nagasaki, Saga, Southern Kyushu:
Take Kyushu Expressway, exit at “Dazaifu Interchange”, then use Urban Expressway (about 20 minutes) - From Kitakyushu and Chugoku region:
Take Kyushu Expressway, exit at “Koga Interchange”, then use National Route 3 (about 25 minutes)
Parking
Multiple parking lots available. Fees: 600 yen for regular cars, 1,600 yen for large vehicles, 300 yen for motorcycles. Discounts available with passport presentation.
Details
Hours | March 1st to October 31st / 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM November 1st to February 28th / 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM Reception closes one hour before closing time. |
Admission | Adults: 450 yen Age 65 and above: 210 yen |
Phone | +81 92-603-1111 |
Address | 18-25 Saitozaki, Higashi Ward, Fukuoka, 811-0321 |
Official Website | https://uminaka-park.jp/ |