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Apr 3, 2024 Local News
Japan’s First Hydrogen-Powered Tour Boat Set to Sail in Kitakyushu
In an innovative step toward carbon neutrality, a maritime company based in Moji District, Kitakyushu City, is launching "HANARIA," a tour boat powered by electricity generated fro...
Apr 2, 2024 Local News
Nishi-Nippon Railroad to Introduce Touch Payment at All Stations by 2024
Nishi-Nippon Railroad plans to implement touch payment systems, compatible with credit cards, at all 73 stations across its rail lines, including the Tenjin Omuta Line and Kaizuka ...
Apr 2, 2024 Local News
Hakata and Kitakyushu Chosen for Defense and Coast Guard Training Hubs
The Japanese government has designated Hakata Port and Kitakyushu Airport as "Specific Use Ports and Airports" to facilitate smooth operations for the Self-Defense Forces and...
Apr 2, 2024 Local News
Manga Artist in Fukuoka Faces 47M Yen Tax Evasion Charges
A manga artist from Fukuoka City, known for their work on popular manga, has been accused by the Fukuoka National Tax Bureau of failing to declare three years' worth of income...
Apr 2, 2024 Local News
New Outlet Proposal for Marinoa City Fukuoka’s Comprehensive Renovation
Mitsui Fudosan is considering the introduction of Mitsui Outlet Park as part of a comprehensive renovation plan for Marinoa City Fukuoka, located in the Nishi Ward of Fukuoka City....
Mar 29, 2024 Local News
Fukuoka City Launches Electric Scooter Sharing Service
In Fukuoka City, a new electric scooter sharing service began on the 27th, following last year's July enforcement of the revised Road Traffic Law which allows individuals over...
Mar 28, 2024 Local News
U.S. Military Personnel Among Three Caught with Cannabis in Tenjin
In a recent incident in Tenjin, the heart of Fukuoka City, three individuals, including a 30-year-old affiliated with the U.S. Military Base in Iwakuni and two Japanese nationals i...
Mar 28, 2024 Local News
Fukuoka Leads with Multilingual Driver’s License Exams for Foreigners
In response to the transport industry's driver shortage, the Fukuoka Prefectural Police have pioneered the option for bus and taxi drivers to take their Class 2 driver's license ac...
Mar 28, 2024 Local News
From Pond to Plate: Ogori’s Duck Delicacies Take Flight
In Ogori City, efforts to revitalize the area through traditional "kamo cuisine" have led to the creation of new duck dishes, celebrated at a tasting event attended by local stakeh...
Mar 28, 2024 Local News
Fukuoka Court Supports Stall Succession: A Victory for Family Business
In a landmark ruling, the Fukuoka District Court has mandated the city to approve the inheritance application of a man wishing to continue his father's food stall business in Fukuo...