Stepping back in time, imagine Fukuoka in 1877. The Site of Fukuoka Prefectural Government Office Building wasn’t the tranquil space it is now. It was a hive of activity, the political heart of Fukuoka Prefecture. The original wooden, two-story building, with a sprawling 8,400 square meters of floor space, housed the prefectural government. The very air crackled with the energy of decisions being made, shaping the future of the region. The Site of Fukuoka Prefectural Government Office Building remained here until 1981, a testament to its importance. Now, picture Fukuoka City in July 1878. The prefectural government relocates its wooden office building within the city. Fast forward to July 1944, amidst the turmoil of World War II, construction begins on a new office building, replacing the old one. This new structure is completed in February 1948, a symbol of resilience and progress. However, the story of the Site of Fukuoka Prefectural Government Office Building doesn’t end there. In November 1956, it moves to its current location in Higashi Park, making way for the development of Tenjin Central Park and the iconic ACROS Fukuoka building. The land where the Site of Fukuoka Prefectural Government Office Building once stood is now a vibrant green space, a fitting tribute to its legacy. The ACROS Fukuoka, with its stepped garden terraces, echoes the former government building, offering a space for reflection and recreation. So, as you stand here, in the tranquil setting of Tenjin Central Park, remember the history beneath your feet. This was once the nerve center of Fukuoka, the Site of Fukuoka Prefectural Government Office Building, where the story of the prefecture unfolded.
Fukuoka Airport Control Tower
Soaring above Fukuoka Airport stands a giant. The Fukuoka Airport Control Tower. Its 94.2 meters pierce the sky a beacon