From pristine sandy Okinawan beaches to the beautiful lavender fields in Hokkaido, here’s where you can head to in Japan that isn’t Tokyo and Osaka!

If you are a fan of tonkotsu ramen, consider this your sign to visit Fukuoka! Known as the home of authentic tonkotsu ramen and hearty motsunabe, Fukuoka also boasts breathtaking ancient temples steeped in cultural history. Read on to get some itinerary inspiration for your trip to Fukuoka!