Articles

Naminori Santa

A casual izakaya with a traditional Japanese feel, daily menu, and a lively atmosphere. Fukuoka is famous for delicious fresh fish; but finding an affordable and casual spot to fea...

Kabuki Returns to Hakata-za

Live theater isn’t as popular now as it once was. Some claim it is either too expensive, or inaccessible. Perhaps there is a bit of truth there, but theater remains a fascina...

Summer Beach Guide 2008

Summer’s here, and it’s time to hit the sandy shores of Fukuoka. Use this guide’s map and 18 beach reviews to plan a perfect day in the sun. #1 Keya　芥屋Very pleasa...

Valentina Leila

Valentina is a professional instructor of Arabian dance, and her performances literally light up the room!

Weddings, Parties and Myanmar Cylone Relief

Sunsplash 2008 ReportHundreds of music and beach lovers rode the ferry across Hakata Bay to Nokonoshima for the inaugural Noko Island Sun Splash Party on May 18. Amongst palm trees...

Japanese Summer Sweets

  Summer is almost here and so our search for chill food begins. This month we asked two exchange students from Iceland, Hjördís Birna Hjartardóttir and Fanney Frímannsdóttir ...

Burgers

Over a dozen varieties of burgers available in this hip American diner. After several “research” trips to America during which he claims to have had many three-burger d...

Samuel Wanjiru

Strolling through Tenjin wearing a polo shirt, jeans and a cap, no one would know that this young man is one of the fastest running humans – ever.