Selected news topics by Fukuoka Now from Fukuoka City’s Shisei Dayori
The Fukuoka City Public Library has a collection of films related to Fukuoka and those from other Asian countries. The library will show 12 well-known films from South Korea from August 3 to August 27. These films include both comedies and human interest dramas, such Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter, and Spring, directed by Kim Ki-duk, who movies have been successful in the U.S., and the Public Enemy series of action films seen by seven million South Koreans. See the internationally acclaimed power of South Korean cinema. Tickets are an 600 yen for adults, 500 yen for Univ. & HS, and 400 yen for MS & ES available only on the day of showing.
More details on their website: www.cinela.com/schedule/H238.htm
Tel: 092-852-0600 (Fukuoka City Public Library. Closed Mon.and Tue.)
Heat exhaustion can be life-threatening. Take these precautions to protect your health this summer. 1. Avoid heat. Take hats or parasols with you when going outdoors, and use the curtains, fans, or air conditioners when indoors. 2. Take plenty of fluids. Drink small amounts of water even if your throat is not dry. Take extra salt if you perspire heavily. 3. Dress wisely. Wear clothing that absorbs perspiration and dries quickly. 4. Don’t overexert yourself. Skipping meals or insufficient sleep can cause heat exhaustion. Maintain proper lifestyle habits. 5. Be considerate of other group members when engaging in group activities. Shorten the time of the activity or take planned breaks.
The Fukuoka Tower, a well-loved symbol of Fukuoka City, is the highest seaside tower in Japan at 234 meters. People can visit the observation deck 123 meters above ground for a 360° panoramic view of the area that includes both the city itself and Shikanoshima. The view of the city at night is so lovely the streets seem as if they are inlaid with jewels. Those visitors who arrive in the traditional Japanese clothing of yukata or jimbei will be admitted for 400 yen, half the usual price. Take this opportunity to enjoy views of the city and wear Japanese fashions before the offer expires on Wednesday, August 31.
Telephone: 092-823-0234
Hours: 9:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Final admission at 9:30 p.m.
The Fukuoka Municipal Zoo and Botanical Garden will be open every Saturday night in August from 18:00 ~21:00, with final admission at 20:30 This is the perfect opportunity to see the living environment and behavior of animals at night, as well as night-blooming flowers. During the month, a free bus will run from the Sakurazaka Station on the municipal subway’s Nanakuma Line to the site’s entrance. Visitors who use the bus will receive a 20% discount on admission. The Fukuoka Municipal Zoo and Botanical Garden opened in 1953. The surrounding area is being developed in stages, with completion targeted for 2025.
Tel: 092-531-1968
Closed Mon, or next working day if Mon is a holiday
The Fukuoka Symphony Hall in the ACROS Fukuoka facility is a state of the art concert hall for classical music. Fukuoka City co-sponsors some of the concerts with ACROS Fukuoka to provide local residents an opportunity to enjoy musical culture. The fifth Afternoon Concert will be held on Thursday, August 18 at 2:00 p.m. All tickets are for general admission and cost 3,000 yen (Students: 1,500 yen, Parent & Child: 4,000 yen. All seats are reserved). The 26th Lunchtime Concert will be presented at noon on Tuesday, September 13. There is no reserved seating and all tickets are the price of a good lunch: 1,000 yen.
Telephone: 092-725-9112 (ACROS Fukuoka Ticket Center. English available from 11:00 ~ 17:00)
The Hakatamachiya Furusatokan presents the traditional lifestyles and culture of Hakata. Their Summer Festival is from Aug. 6 to Aug. 12, and will have an ennichi festival. The 200 yen admission will be waived on Sat. the 6th and Sun. the 7th.
See their website at www.hakatamachiya.com for details.
Tel: 092-281-7761
Fukuoka Shisei Dayori is City Hall’s official magazine published bi-weekly on 1st and 15th of each month 23 times per year. It’s available in Japanese online too. Consider using it for Japanese study!
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