Location & Access
Hakozaki-Kyūdaimae Station is situated in Hakozaki 3-chome, Higashi-ku, Fukuoka, Japan. The station's name, 'Kyūdai-mae,' literally means 'in front of Kyushu University,' though the Kyushu University Hakozaki campus no longer exists as of 2026. Despite this, the station remains a vital transportation hub for the surrounding area.
Railway Lines
The station is an integral part of the Fukuoka City Subway system, specifically serving the Hakozaki Line with the station code H06. It operates between Hakozaki-Miyamae (H05) towards Nakasu-Kawabata and Kaizuka (H07), which is the terminus of the line. The station is managed by Kaizuka Station, with station operations entrusted to the Fukuoka branch of JR West China Mentech.
Station History
Hakozaki-Kyūdaimae Station officially opened on January 31, 1986. Interestingly, it is located directly beneath the former Hakozaki-Matsubara Station (stop) of the abolished Nishitetsu Fukuoka City Line (officially the Miyajidake Line) tram system. The station's unique symbol, a pine branch with leaves resembling the Chinese character for 'Kyū' (九), was designed by Fukuoka-born graphic designer Isao Nishijima, referencing the Chiyo-no-Matsubara pine grove in the area and Kyushu University's initials.
Travel Tips
While the Kyushu University campus is no longer directly accessible from here, the station still provides convenient access to the Hakozaki area. Travelers can appreciate the station's distinctive symbol, a nod to local history and the university's legacy. For those exploring Fukuoka, the Hakozaki Line offers easy connections to other parts of the city.
