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Feb 1, 2012 Food & Drinks
Sangamori-soba
Popular in Japan since the 8th century, soba noodles are firmly recognized as a national dish. Preparing soba is an art in itself, and people train for years to master it. There ar...
Jan 26, 2012 Now Reports
Korokan: Full of New Discoveries
Korokan is the site that supported Fukuoka’s interaction with visitors from abroad in ancient times. It existed from the 7th to the 11th centuries as a guest house for delegations ...
Jan 1, 2012 Now Reports
Now Lounge Valentine’s Party 2012
Join us on Friday, Feb. 10, 2012 for Fukuoka’s biggest Valentine’s party - the 4th annual Now Lounge Valentine’s Party at one of the city’s premiere venues, Hotel “With The Style”!
Jan 1, 2012 Food & Drinks
Ramen Kamen 55 (Paha Paha)
Ask somebody to name a famous food from Fukuoka, and they’ll most likely reply “ramen”. These noodles in soup are certainly hugely popular here, but this month we showcase a restau...
Jan 1, 2012 Now Reports
Gaikokujin Star Tanjo 2011 Video and Photo Report
34 international acts from over 16 nations applied, but only eight were selected to perform in Fukuoka Now’s second annual foreign talent contest- Gaikokujin Star Tanjo !
Jan 1, 2012 Now Reports
New Year’s and the Traditional Flavors of Hakata
Many Japanese return to their hometowns for the holidays, and most of them use the opportunity to savor local cooking again while they’re home. One typical New Year’s dish is zoni,...
Jan 1, 2012 Now Reports
ELLE CAFÉ with Diane Lewthwaite
This month’s guest, Diane Lewthwaite, came to Fukuoka in August 2011 to become the Head of School of Fukuoka International School.
Dec 20, 2011 Now Reports
Monkey masks on the front door—an old Hakata tradition
The quiet and secluded Sarutahiko Shinto shrine stands in front of the Fujisaki Bus Terminal in Fukuoka City’s Sawara Ward. It’s usually empty of parishioners or visitors, but on a...
Dec 1, 2011 Food & Drinks
Frisco Burger
Burger restaurants have a tendency to be either cheap fast food joints or gourmet places that unnecessarily mess with a classic formula for the sake of originality. Frisco Burger, ...
Dec 1, 2011 Now Reports
ELLE CAFÉ with Sana Mohamed Ali
If you’re thinking about revamping your home, drop by ELLE CAFÉ for some inspiration; they currently have an exquisite range of home furnishings on offer.
