Stela for former Saihōjimaemachi Monument

Stone monument commemorating former Saihōjimae district

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Stela for former Saihōjimaemachi at a Glance#

About Stela for former Saihōjimaemachi#

A stone stele in Fukuoka Prefecture commemorating the former Saihōjimaemachi place name. It is a local-level commemorative monument located in an urban setting.

A single inscribed stone or plaque set at street level that can be read and photographed in a brief visit. Interest is largely historical and municipal rather than touristic.

Erected to mark the former Saihōjimaemachi area; the stone does not provide a visible installation date or commissioning information.

Located within the urban area of Fukuoka city in Fukuoka Prefecture, easily reached from surrounding streets and a short distance from the city centre.

  • Practicalities: The marker is outdoors and unstaffed, so plan for weather and limited signage in English.

How to Get to Stela for former Saihōjimaemachi#

Best reached on foot from local bus stops; municipal tourism offices in Fukuoka Prefecture can provide walking-route information.

Tips for Visiting Stela for former Saihōjimaemachi#

  • When multiple stelae are clustered, start at the most prominent marker (often nearest a shrine) and walk the circuit clockwise - local guides tend to do the same.
  • If the stone is on shrine grounds, observe any small offerings respectfully and avoid touching them.

Best Time to Visit Stela for former Saihōjimaemachi#

Best visited in temperate months to avoid heat and humidity, and to see any shrine-related floral displays.

Spring & Autumn
March-May, October-November · 10-22°C (50-72°F)
Most comfortable for walking and reading inscriptions.

Weather & Climate near Stela for former Saihōjimaemachi#

Climate

Stela for former Saihōjimaemachi's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 3°C to 31°C. Abundant rainfall (1680 mm/year), wettest in June.

Air Quality: AQI 57 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
OctoberSeptemberMay
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
38°
Warmest Month
-6°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Acceptable 3° - 10° 3° 71 mm overcast 80% 4.1 m/s 0.4 low 10.1h
February Acceptable 3° - 10° 4° 74 mm overcast 79% 3.9 m/s 0.6 moderate 10.9h
March Acceptable 6° - 14° 8° 106 mm partly cloudy 78% 4.0 m/s 0.9 moderate 11.9h
April Good 11° - 19° 15° 137 mm partly cloudy 78% 3.5 m/s 1.3 high 12.9h
May Good 15° - 23° 19° 145 mm overcast 79% 3.2 m/s 1.5 very high 13.8h
June Good 19° - 26° 23° 280 mm overcast 84% 3.0 m/s 1.5 high 14.2h
July Good 24° - 30° 27° 273 mm overcast 85% 3.3 m/s 1.7 very high 14.0h
August Good 24° - 31° 32° 179 mm partly cloudy 84% 3.5 m/s 1.8 very high 13.2h
September Very Good 20° - 28° 24° 188 mm partly cloudy 85% 3.2 m/s 1.3 high 12.3h
October Very Good 15° - 23° 19° 90 mm partly cloudy 82% 3.4 m/s 1.0 moderate 11.2h
November Good 9° - 17° 13° 78 mm partly cloudy 81% 3.4 m/s 0.6 moderate 10.3h
December Acceptable 5° - 12° 6° 59 mm overcast 80% 3.9 m/s 0.4 low 9.8h

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