Stela for the birthplace of Kyūshū Railway

Monument Monument marking birthplace of Kyūshū Railway

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Stela for the birthplace of Kyūshū Railway the back side 10 Hakata-ekimae 1-chōme Hakata-ku Fukuoka 20230801.jpg
Stela for the birthplace of Kyūshū Railway the plaque 10 Hakata-ekimae 1-chōme Hakata-ku Fukuoka 20230801.jpg

A stone stele in Fukuoka Prefecture marking the site described as the birthplace of the Kyushu Railway. The marker highlights a local connection to railway history.

A commemorative inscribed stone or plaque that notes the location’s link to the Kyushu Railway; inspection typically takes only a few minutes. The site is of interest to people tracing the early development of rail transport in the region.

Installed to commemorate the location’s association with the origins of the Kyushu Railway; the marker itself does not list an installation date or sponsoring organisation on its face.

Sited in the urban area of Fukuoka city in Fukuoka Prefecture, within walking distance of other local historical markers and a few kilometres from central Fukuoka.

  • Railway history: Marks the location associated with the founding or early activity of the Kyushu Railway; useful for railway-history walks in the city.
Stela for the birthplace of Kyūshū Railway
33.5933, 130.4170

How to Get to Stela for the birthplace of Kyūshū Railway #

Usually within walking distance of local rail or bus stations in the municipality; check regional tourist information for precise directions to railway heritage sites.

Tips for Visiting Stela for the birthplace of Kyūshū Railway #

  • Combine this stop with visits to local transport museums or heritage centers that document the Kyushu Railway's early years.
  • Look for interpretive signs - birthplace markers for companies or railways often have explanatory panels in Japanese and occasionally English.

Best Time to Visit Stela for the birthplace of Kyūshū Railway #

Temperate months are best for visiting outdoor historical markers and nearby museums.

Spring & Autumn
March-May, October-November · 12-22°C (54-72°F)
Pleasant weather for exploring historical sites and related museum displays.

Weather & Climate near Stela for the birthplace of Kyūshū Railway #

Climate

Stela for the birthplace of Kyūshū Railway'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 (1689 mm/year), wettest in June.

Best Time to Visit
OctoberSeptemberMay
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
38°
Warmest Month
-6°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

74 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.1h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

75 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.9h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (106 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
14°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

106 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
11.9h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (137 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

62 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
11° 19°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

137 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
12.9h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (146 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

68 Good

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
15° 24°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

146 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
Very High
13.8h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 19°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (282 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

64 Good

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
19° 26°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

282 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
High
14.2h daylight

July

July is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (274 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

66 Good

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
24° 30°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

274 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
14.0h daylight

August

August is the hottest month, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (177 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

64 Good

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
24° 31°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

177 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.8
UV Index
Very High
13.2h daylight

September

September is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (189 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
20° 28°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

189 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 14°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

76 Very Good

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
14° 23°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

90 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
11.2h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

66 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
17°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

78 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.3h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

61 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
9.8h daylight

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