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Apr 19, 2024 Local News
Fukuoka Police Apologize for Wrongful Arrest in Indecent Exposure Case
In an embarrassing mix-up, Fukuoka Police have acknowledged mistakenly arresting an innocent man in connection with an indecent exposure case in Kitakyushu City...
Apr 19, 2024 Local News
Fukuoka Confirms Two More Cases of Deadly “Flesh-Eating Bacteria”
Fukuoka Prefecture has reported two new cases of a severe infection known as the "flesh-eating bacteria," bringing this year's total to 28 confirmed cases, exceeding the pace of la...
Apr 19, 2024 Local News
Romance Scam Costs Fukuoka Woman 11.6 Million Yen
In a case of SNS-based romance fraud, a woman in her forties from Fukuoka City was swindled out of over 11.6 million yen. This individual was manipulated into transferring money mu...
Apr 19, 2024 Local News
Major Redevelopment Plans Set for Kyushu University’s Former Site
Kyushu University, along with JR Kyushu, Nishi-Nippon Railroad, and Saibu Gas Group, have been selected as the main negotiators for a major redevelopment project on...
Apr 18, 2024 Local News
Yame City Hosts First Tea Auction of the Year with Record Prices
In Yame City, one of Japan's premier tea-producing regions, the first new tea auction of the year was held at the Tea Trading Center on April 17. As tea picking reached its peak se...
Apr 17, 2024 Local News
“Meinohama Steps” Complex Set to Revitalize Fukuoka’s Nishi Ward
The "Meinohama Steps," a new multi-use commercial facility, was previewed to the press ahead of its official opening on April 19 in Fukuoka City's Nishi Ward. The facility features...
Apr 17, 2024 Local News
Fukuoka Police Detain Seven for Operating Unauthorized Trucking Business
In Fukuoka, seven individuals, including truck drivers and corporate executives, were arrested for conducting a trucking business without the necessary governmental permissions...
Apr 16, 2024 Local News
Breaking Traditions: Higashi Fukuoka High Rolls Out Co-ed Uniforms
Higashi Fukuoka High School, transitioning to coeducation next year, has unveiled new uniforms. The designs, incorporating the school’s moss green color, were chosen through...
Apr 16, 2024 Local News
350 Million Yen Boost for Kitakyushu Economy from Public Transport Day
Kitakyushu City's "Free Public Transport Day," held on three Sundays from September to November last year, generated an economic impact of approximately 350 million yen. The initia...
Apr 12, 2024 Local News
New “N Liner” Reserved-Seating Train Service Launches in Fukuoka
This April and May, residents and visitors of Fukuoka City can enjoy the convenience of the "N Liner," a special train service providing reserved seating. Designed to enhance trave...