Stela for the birthplace of Kyūshū Railway Monument
Monument marking birthplace of Kyūshū Railway
Stela for the birthplace of Kyūshū Railway at a Glance#
About Stela for the birthplace of Kyūshū Railway#
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.
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.
Weather & Climate near Stela for the birthplace of Kyūshū Railway#
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | 3° - 10° | 3° | 74 mm | overcast | 80% | 4.3 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.1h |
| February | Acceptable | 3° - 10° | 4° | 75 mm | overcast | 79% | 4.0 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° - 24° | 19° | 146 mm | overcast | 79% | 3.1 m/s | 1.5 very high | 13.8h |
| June | Good | 19° - 26° | 23° | 282 mm | overcast | 84% | 3.0 m/s | 1.5 high | 14.2h |
| July | Good | 24° - 30° | 30° | 274 mm | overcast | 85% | 3.2 m/s | 1.7 very high | 14.0h |
| August | Good | 24° - 31° | 32° | 177 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 3.5 m/s | 1.8 very high | 13.2h |
| September | Very Good | 20° - 28° | 24° | 189 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 3.1 m/s | 1.3 high | 12.3h |
| October | Very Good | 14° - 23° | 19° | 90 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 3.3 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 | 4° - 12° | 6° | 61 mm | overcast | 80% | 4.5 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.8h |
