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Jun 27, 2023 Now Reports
Slam Dunk Returns: The Legacy Scores Again & The Fukuoka Connection
In the world of Japanese manga, which has birthed countless masterpieces, there is one work that stands out, a creation that has been well-known and beloved for a long time. That w...
Jun 21, 2023 Now Reports
Hakata Gion Yamakasa Kazariyama Guide 2023
Hakata Gion Yamakasa is a traditional festival in Fukuoka with a history of more than 770 years, held from July 1 to 15 every year, and the most popular early summer event...
Jun 21, 2023 Now Reports
Hakata Gion Yamakasa Guide 2023
It's likely you've already seen men, dressed in traditional loincloths, sprinting through the streets. These energetic individuals are participating in Hakata Gion Yamakasa, the mo...
Jun 16, 2023 Now Reports
Fukuoka Beach Guide 2023
It’s summertime and the livin’ is easy in Fukuoka! It’s also the perfect time to clear your schedule and hit the beach for some sun, sand and waves. Fukuoka City ranks first amongs...
Jun 15, 2023 Now Reports
Choosing Sides: An In-depth Look at Japanese Nationality Laws
Legal systems vary globally in their protocols for conferring nationality. Some nations, including the United States, Brazil, and Peru, grant citizenship by birthright, while other...
Jun 9, 2023 Now Reports
Fukuoka Public Pool Guide 2023
Fukuoka is peppered with public municipal swimming pools perfect for every season. With indoor pools that offer year-round ideal swimming conditions regardless of the weather, and ...
Jun 6, 2023 Food & Drinks
Fukuoka Daimyo Garden City Bio Square
Fukuoka's retail and dining scene is set for a significant boost as 18 businesses open their doors at the commercial floors (1-2F) of Fukuoka Daimyo Garden City Bio Square. Alongsi...
Jun 5, 2023 Food & Drinks
Seven New Yatai Food Stalls Launch in Fukuoka’s Nagahama Area
In Fukuoka, you can find yatai, or street food stalls, dispersed across the city including Tenjin and Hakata. Prominent areas for these stalls include...
May 25, 2023 Now Reports
A Floating Forest: The Temporary Shrine Amidst Renovation at Dazaifu Tenmangu
A major renovation has begun on the main sanctuary of Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine, an important cultural property of Japan. In anticipation of the grand festival in 2027, marking 1125 ...
May 19, 2023 Now Reports
Fukuoka Hydrangea Viewing Guide 2023
While the rainy season might seem burdensome with wet shoes, carrying an umbrella everywhere, and being confined indoors, it does have its charms. Notably, the stunning ajisai (hy...
