Jun 29, 2020

Fukuoka City Museum and Fukuoka Public Library

The four bronze statues in front of the museum and library were sculpted by...

Jul 21, 2020

Kakigori Guide 2020 – The Best Spots for Shaved Ice in Fukuoka!

In the fierce heat of the Fukuoka summer sun, eating kakigori is the most delicious way to cool off. This seasonal treat consists of delicately shaved ice as fluffy as freshly fallen snow, which is then heaped with...

Jul 21, 2020

Fukuoka Fruit Picking Guide 2020

After a long rainy season, it’s finally summer, and summer vegetables such as tomatoes, corn, and watermelon are ready for harvest. Also, fruits such as peaches, grapes, figs, pears, apples, persimmons, and more are grown in...

Jul 3, 2020

Fukuoka Fireworks Guide 2020

Summer in Japan isn’t complete without experiencing at least one hanabi taikai (fireworks festival)!

Apr 14, 2020

Fukuoka COVID-19 news & information in English

Fukuoka Now is posting daily news summaries in English about the COVID-19 situation of importance to residents of Fukuoka and Kyushu. Keep yourself informed!