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Feb 2, 2015 Now Reports
Internship at Fukuoka Now
Taking that leap from being a lazy sloth of an university student who works when she pleases, if she pleases, to an organised, hard-working intern working nine hours a day can be a...
Jan 29, 2015 Now Reports
Comedy Fukuoka – Opening Event
Though English-language comedy is not a new concept in Japan, with regular events in both Tokyo and Osaka, Fukuoka has lacked any notable stand-up scene or regular comedy events, u...
Jan 28, 2015 Now Reports
February 2015 Fukuoka Now
As always, this month’s issue is free, and because we know our readers appreciate free stuff, we’ve compiled a list of 30 Free Things To Do in Fukuoka. If you know of more free thi...
Jan 28, 2015 Now Reports
Interview – Mayor Soichiro Takashima: Four More Years
On November 16, 2014, Fukuoka’s young and charismatic Mayor was re-elected for a second term. The Mayor, who places priority on clear and open communication sat down with Fukuoka N...
Jan 28, 2015 Food & Drinks
Ikkokudo Kiyokawa
Not far from Yanagibashi Market, Ikkokudo opened in August 2001. Owner Kazuki Fukunaga was born and raised in the area and began his culinary career at 16, working in the kitchen o...
Jan 28, 2015 Now Reports
Ardit Como
Just a few months since moving to Fukuoka with his family from Albania, Ardit is already spreading infectious smiles on the faces of locals. Juggling a busy schedule as a certified...
Jan 28, 2015 Now Reports
Creating Fukuoka’s Future
In March 2014, Fukuoka was selected as one of the Japanese government's National Strategic Special Zones. The purpose of the zones is to foster competitive industries in certain re...
Jan 28, 2015 Now Reports
Nagahama Fish Market Citizen’s Day – Report
Every half-decent guidebook of Japan introduces going to the fish market as a must-do. Why? To find out, Fukuoka Now checked out a recent public day at the city’s central wholesale...
Jan 16, 2015 Now Reports
Hiking Guide: Kaya-san
Kaya-san (可也山 – 365m) The Itoshima region is renowned for its long, sandy beaches, surf culture and winter oyster season. But it is also a hiker’s paradise, combining technic...
Jan 12, 2015 Now Reports
Kyushu Ski & Snowboard Mini-Guide
With the cold weather settling in, the much awaited skiing and snowboarding season has arrived! You don’t have to travel all the way to Hokkaido to play in the snow; Fukuoka and Ky...
