New Japan's Top 3 Night Views! Fukuoka Mt. Sarakura Transportation & Stunning Observatory Guide

Dubbed the 'New Japan's Top 3 Night Views Worth $10 Billion,' Mt. Sarakura in Fukuoka is an extremely popular scenic spot. To get there, first take the JR to 'Yahata Station,' then transfer to a free shuttle bus or taxi to the cable car station. The cable car operates in two sections (a regular cable car and a 360-degree slope car), with a round-trip ticket costing ¥1,230 for adults. From the 'Mt. Sarakura Observatory' atop the mountain, the view is completely unobstructed, allowing you to take in the cityscape of Kitakyushu and the harbor scenery, as well as capture breathtaking sunsets. Since it's windy and chilly on the mountain, it's recommended to head up about 30 minutes before sunset to enjoy both the daytime views and the magical night scenery!