7 May Makoto Tanijiri

Date: April 25 (Fri) - June 08 (Sun) (45 days) | Exhibition

The unique architectural designs of the Hiroshima-based architect are on display. See the world in a novel way through Tanijiri's eyes.

Time: 4/25 (Fri.) ~ 6/8 (Sun.) 10:00 ~ 20:00 Closed 5/20
Price: ¥400, students ¥300

Tel: 092-733-2050 | IMS 8F Mitsubishi-jisho ARTIUM

7 May Makoto Tanijiri

Date: April 25 (Fri) - June 08 (Sun) (45 days) | Exhibition

The unique architectural designs of the Hiroshima-based architect are on display. See the world in a novel way through Tanijiri's eyes.

Time: 4/25 (Fri.) ~ 6/8 (Sun.) 10:00 ~ 20:00 Closed 5/20
Price: ¥400, students ¥300

Tel: 092-733-2050 | IMS 8F Mitsubishi-jisho ARTIUM

12 May Thomas Demand Black Label

Date: May 01 (Thu) - May 30 (Fri) (30 days) | Exhibition

Installation work made by the German artist while staying in Kitakyushu. The Munich native is known for making work based on photographs of 3D models look like real images of rooms, etc., with cultural or political relevance.

Time: 10:00 ~ 17:00, Closed- Sun. and Nat. Hol.
Price: Free

Tel: 093-663-1615 | CCA Kitakyushu Project Gallery

13 May Artistic Technique Series: Collage

Date: April 01 (Tue) - May 18 (Sun) (48 days) | Exhibition

The first of a series of exhibitions presenting different artistic techniques features collage. This technique made its dramatic appearance among oil paintings in the early 20th century.

Time: 9:30 ~ 17:30 (last entry 17:00), Closed on Mondays
Price: ¥200

Tel: 092-714-6051 | Fukuoka Art Museum

14 May Free Health Consultation for Foreigners

Date: May 07 (Wed) - May 28 (Wed) (22 days) | Community

Volunteer, English-speaking doctor is available on a regular basis to answer health-related questions. No appointment necessary. Privacy agreement strictly observed. This is only a consultation service and no medical treatments or prescriptions will be provided.

Time: 17:00 ~ 19:00 (Every Wed.)
Price: Free

Tel: 092-733-2220 | Rainbow Plaza (IMS 8F)

15 May Rita Coolidge

Date: May 15 (Thu) | Music

Beginning as a backing vocalist for artists Joe Cocker and Clapton, Coolidge earned two Grammys in the '70s with husband Kristopherson. A successful solo career followed. In '97, Coolidge helped found a Native American music trio.

Time: 1st- 18:30 ~ / 2nd- 21:30 ~
Price: ¥8,000

Tel: 092-715-6666 | Billboard Live Fukuoka

15 May Rita Coolidge

Date: May 15 (Thu) | Music

Beginning as a backing vocalist for artists Joe Cocker and Clapton, Coolidge earned two Grammys in the '70s with husband Kristopherson. A successful solo career followed. In '97, Coolidge helped found a Native American music trio.

Time: 1st- 18:30 ~ / 2nd- 21:30 ~
Price: ¥8,000

Tel: 092-715-6666 | Billboard Live Fukuoka

16 May Bonnie J Jensen

Date: April 16 (Wed) - June 14 (Sat) (60 days) | Music

The versatile acoustic-orientated jazz singer/musician returns to Fukuoka for an encore run. The New Zealander's sultry voice moves effortlessly from standard jazz to bossa nova, pop, blues and funk. Every evening, except Sundays.

Time: Wed.-Sat. 20:00 ~, 21:00~, 22:00~, 23:00~
Price: Cover charge ¥700 after 20:00

Tel: 092-282-1234 | Grand Hyatt Fukuoka, Bar Fizz

17 May Fukuoka Asian Film Festival

Date: May 17 (Sat) | Film

Presenting Frenchman Antoine Coppola's documentary, "Kim Ki-duk: Cineaste of the Wild Beauty" in which the idiosyncratic arthouse Korean director of "Bimon" discusses his work. Q&A session follows.

Time: 12:00 ~ / 14:00 ~ / 16:00 ~ (3 showings)
Price: Adv.: ¥1,000 / Door: ¥1,300

Tel: 092-733-0949 | Institut Franco-Japonais du Kyushu

18 May Noko Island Sun Splash 2008 Beach Party

Date: May 18 (Sun) | Family Event

Marking the "unofficial" beginning of summer, this year the party features local bands and dance troops, including: Gekidan Africa (African percussion), Japonismo (latin), Bone-Tatsuya & MJ's (progressive), Kingston band (reggae/ska), Bone T's and the Mjs (progressive Rock).

Time: 12:00 ~ 20:00
Price: Adv.: ¥3,500, Door: ¥4,000/ add: ¥500 beach and bus charge

Tel: | Nokonoshima Camp Ground

19 May TAO

Date: May 19 (Mon) | Music

Since the wadaiko drum group's formation in Kyushu, Tao has strived to create a revolutionary and visually compelling wadaiko performance that transcends borders. They've succeeded: more than 2.5 million have seen them perform worldwide.

Time: 19:00
Price: ¥6,000

Tel: 092-714-0159 | Fukuoka Shimin Kaikan

19 May TAO

Date: May 19 (Mon) | Music

Since the wadaiko drum group's formation in Kyushu, Tao has strived to create a revolutionary and visually compelling wadaiko performance that transcends borders. They've succeeded: more than 2.5 million have seen them perform worldwide.

Time: 19:00
Price: ¥6,000

Tel: 092-714-0159 | Fukuoka Shimin Kaikan

20 May Bon Appetit! Sweet Connection Between Art and Food

Date: March 27 (Thu) - June 24 (Tue) (90 days) | Exhibition

Works of art featuring food as well as some made with food on display. 30 paintings and sculptures convey both food culture and the times.

Time: 10:00 ~ 20:00 (Last entry: 19:30) Closed Wed.
Price: ¥200

Tel: 092-263-1100 | Fukuoka Asian Art Museum

20 May Bon Appetit! Sweet Connection Between Art and Food

Date: March 27 (Thu) - June 24 (Tue) (90 days) | Exhibition

Works of art featuring food as well as some made with food on display. 30 paintings and sculptures convey both food culture and the times.

Time: 10:00 ~ 20:00 (Last entry: 19:30) Closed Wed.
Price: ¥200

Tel: 092-263-1100 | Fukuoka Asian Art Museum

21 May Richard Clayderman

Date: May 21 (Wed) | Music

Celebrating the 30th anniversary of his Japanese debut, French pianist Clayderman brings his Champagne Tour to town. Accompanied by a string trio and percussionist, he'll perform arrangements of popular and classical music.

Time: 19:00
Price: ¥6,500

Tel: 092-714-0159 | Fukuoka International Congress Center, Main Hall

22 May Raising Awareness - Amnesty International Event

Date: May 22 (Thu) | Family Event

Live music performances, short films and more! Learn about the activities of Amnesty International and the AI Fukuoka English Language Group – in English and Japanese.

Time: 20:00
Price: ¥500 (incl. one-drink order)

Tel: 092-716-4166 | Volume

23 May Baseball: Fukuoka Softbank Hawks vs Hanshin Tigers

Date: May 23 (Fri) | Sport

A rare chance to catch the Hawks playing the popular Central League team from Osaka. Relive the excitement of the 2003 Nippon Series.

Time: 18:00
Price: Outfield non-reserved ¥1,200

Tel: 092-847-1536 | Fukuoka Yahoo! JAPAN Dome

23 May Baseball: Fukuoka Softbank Hawks vs Hanshin Tigers

Date: May 23 (Fri) | Sport

A rare chance to catch the Hawks playing the popular Central League team from Osaka. Relive the excitement of the 2003 Nippon Series.

Time: 18:00
Price: Outfield non-reserved ¥1,200

Tel: 092-847-1536 | Fukuoka Yahoo! JAPAN Dome

24 May She Wore a Yellow Ribbon

Date: May 24 (Sat) | Film

Cine-Club Classique presents John Ford's '49 western starring John Wayne. The 2nd of a trilogy on the US Cavalry, the film with breathtaking views of Monument Valley, won the Oscar for cinematography.

Time: 13:00 ~ / 16:00 ~
Price: Adv.: ¥1,000 / Door: ¥1,300

Tel: 092-733-0949 | Institut Franco-Japonais du Kyushu

25 May Hita Kawabiraki

Date: May 24 (Sat) - May 25 (Sun) (2 days) | Family Event

Festival marking the start of the boating and tourism season along the Mikuma river, which flows through the historical town of Hita. Fireworks displays shown both nights. During the day, watch rowers navigate the river in "hangiri" sake barrels.

Price: Free

Tel: 0973-23-3111 | Mikuma River, Hita

26 May Furniture: Techniques and Beauty from the Edo to Showa Era

Date: March 29 (Sat) - June 01 (Sun) (65 days) | Exhibition

38 different pieces of furniture will be featured, including Meiji Period chairs influenced by Europe, and ornate wooden chests, reminiscent of a Japan once covered by forests.

Time: 9:00 ~ 18:00
Price: ¥300, students ¥150

Tel: 093-582-2747 | Kitakyushu City Kokura Castle Garden

27 May Avispa International Party

Date: May 27 (Tue) | Party

Come on down to La Boheme Qualita from 19:00-24:00 and join us for an evening of fun- and-games and drinking. Special guest appearances and lots of team spirit are sure to make this a special night.

Time: 19:30 ~ 24:00
Price: ¥1,500 (incl. 2 drink-orders)

Tel: 092-737-2601 | La Boheme Qualita

27 May Avispa International Party

Date: May 27 (Tue) | Party

Come on down to La Boheme Qualita from 19:00-24:00 and join us for an evening of fun- and-games and drinking. Special guest appearances and lots of team spirit are sure to make this a special night.

Time: 19:30 ~ 24:00
Price: ¥1,500 (incl. 2 drink-orders)

Tel: 092-737-2601 | La Boheme Qualita

28 May Takase Urakawa Iris Matsuri

Date: May 24 (Sat) - June 14 (Sat) (22 days) | Family Event

Over 66 thousands purple and white irises bloom along the Takase Urakawa in late spring. With old stone bridges, meandering boardwalks and stepping stones, it is the perfect spot for a leisurely stroll. Illuminated at night.

Price: Free

Tel: 0968-72-5313 | Tamana City, Kumamoto

29 May "Study in Australia" in Fukuoka 2008

Date: May 29 (Thu) | Community

Everything you need to know about studying Down Under. Reps from a host of Australian universities, colleges and vocational schools on hand to answer your questions. Bilingual counselors available.

Price: Free

Tel: 092-734-5055 | Solaria Nishitetsu Hotel

30 May Spring Births

Date: March 22 (Sat) - May 31 (Sat) (71 days) | Family Event

Using the neighboring sea as its model, five areas have been set up in Marine World's entrance hall detailing how fish and other living creatures are born and how they protect themselves. Hands-on activities help you experience life as a young fish.

Price: ¥2,100, Student ¥1,150

Tel: 092-603-0400 | Marine World, Entrance Hall

31 May SOUL DRESSING

Date: May 31 (Sat) | Music

10th Anniversary of this long-running event. The King of Discovery, Mark "Butch" Dobson from UK, is in Fukuoka for the first time. A DJ for DJs, Dobson will spin Northern Soul-mid-tempo and up-tempo heavy-beat soul music.

Time: 21:00
Price: Adv. ¥2,000 Door: ¥2,500 (1 drink order req.)

Tel: 092-762-7733 | Kieth Flack