Music Clubs and Theatres in Fukuoka

With a population of over 1,400,000 people, Fukuoka City is a major hub of entertainment. With historical areas that speak of the past, lush, green parks, entertainment areas and new shopping, eating and drinking establishments opening every day, Fukuoka is developing in its own lively fashion. Fukuoka City's unique charm is its blend of a big-city feel with beautiful natural spaces. Visitors can experience a wild nightlife in the music clubs and theatres in Fukuoka.

Nakasu is the nationally famous nightlife district of the city replete with music clubs in Fukuoka. Smoke-filled lounges and pricey massage parlors crowd the place. There are also many decent cabarets, bars and sophisticated restaurants to serve residents and visitors alike in this area. Other nightlife areas of note in the city are Oyafuko-dori and Nishi-dori. Anmitsu Hime puts on an unforgettable transvestite show, while Nishi-dori caters to the upmarket evening crowd. This street and the entire Daimyo area to the west of it are lined with fashion outlets, attractive bars and eateries, and other interesting shops.

Theatres in Fukuoka include the recently built Hakataza, a luxurious building that hosts only the best in Noh, Kabuki and other Japanese drama. There is also a Noh theatre in Ohori Park, which regularly showcases excellent Japanese drama for free! Check the monthly Rainbow Plaza newsletter for times and dates, not only for this but really any major event going on in the city.