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Oct 1, 2007 Food & Drinks
Au Gourmand
The wine boom in Japan throughout the 90's did more than bring the price of imported wines down... it also indirectly introduced millions of Japanese to the taste of European chees...
Oct 1, 2007 Now Reports
Shintencho Shopping Arcade: Established on October 15, 1945
A mere 30 years ago, the Tenjin shopping district consisted of only the Nishitetsu arcade, Iwataya Department Store, and Shintencho.
Oct 1, 2007 Food & Drinks
Menya Ono
In Fukuoka tonkotsu ramen (Chinese noodles in a pork broth) reigns supreme.
Oct 1, 2007 Now Reports
Mirko Steiner
When the sausage to advance his career through a work and study program was held in front of Mirko's nose, he couldn't refuse. He loved Fukuoka so much he didn't want to leave, and...
Sep 1, 2007 Now Reports
James Dover
Hailing from beautiful Hawaii for over 12 years, artist James Dover's mellow, island-like mentality is as relaxing as his murals. Since 1998 Dover has been in and out of Fukuoka, a...
Sep 1, 2007 Food & Drinks
Taigen Shokudo
Where's the beef? Here's the beef - and the good stuff! Opened in May 2006, the term "shokudo" (literally diner or canteen) doesn't do justice to its stylish interior and location ...
Sep 1, 2007 Food & Drinks
Kanehira
Next to catching a fish yourself, the best way to score fresh seafood is to go to your local fish shop.
Sep 1, 2007 Food & Drinks
Mitsubachi – Bar & Dining
Hats off to whoever came up with the name mitsubachi (honeycomb), for this brand new, sensual and stylish restaurant and bar... it's likely to see lots of action from the city's si...
Sep 1, 2007 Now Reports
Did you know that udon, soba and manju all originated in Hakata?
The hottest season is at its peak, and the best thing to help cool you off and recharge may be a bowl of chilled noodles. Udon and soba are delicious and nutritious... but did you ...
Aug 1, 2007 Food & Drinks
Goo – Bar & Side Dish
Recognizing that Fukuoka already had more than enough French and Italian bistros and cafes, Sasaki-san did some market research and chose "Spanish pub" as her concept for Goo.