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Feb 20, 2020 Now Reports
Tachibana Plum Blossom Festival
Plum blossom (ume hana) is considered by many to be their favorite Japanese bloom, just after sakura. Not just for its beauty but also because of its lovely aroma. With plums, Japa...
Feb 14, 2020 Now Reports
Katakana and Roman Characters
I often help international clients set up companies in Fukuoka. Upon incorporation, the name of the director is registered on the companies register. As Roman (or alphabetic) chara...
Feb 7, 2020 Now Reports
The OneFive Villa Fukuoka – A New Riverside Hotel
With simple but attentive service, the focus here is on ensuring guests have a relaxing stay based on a concept the owner calls “Villax Time.” The logo is five interlinked rings...
Jan 29, 2020 Now Reports
February 2020 Fukuoka Now
Lots happening this month in and around Fukuoka! If you enjoy sipping nihonshu then you won’t want to miss the Jojima Sake Festival & Brewery Hopping event on Feb. 15 & 16. All the...
Jan 28, 2020 Now Reports
Rediscover the Magic of Goto, a World Heritage Site
At Tetoba, you can catch a glimpse of the new kind of culture that transplants have brought with them to the islands. Stop by for takeout, or stick around to relax and read. If you...
Jan 28, 2020 Now Reports
Itoshima Now! February 2020
Did you know Itoshima is the largest producer of red snapper in Japan? It’s true. So what better dish to try on your next visit than tai chazuke. While available at countless resta...
Jan 28, 2020 Now Reports
Shiro-uo: A Harbinger of Spring
In Fukuoka, a tiny fish called the shiro-uo (or ice goby in English) is considered a harbinger of spring. It measures about 4-5 cm and is transparent. Although it is often mistaken...
Jan 28, 2020 Food & Drinks
Tora Shokudo Fukuoka Bunten
Shirakawa Ramen, from Shirakawa in Fukushima Pref., is a rich but subtle soy sauce ramen served with hand-kneaded curly noodles. At...
Jan 28, 2020 Food & Drinks
Japanese Salon Shizuku
Shizuku’s mission is to redefine standard cocktails. Focusing on green tea, the bar offers an extensive menu of original cocktails made with spirits infused with...
Jan 28, 2020 Food & Drinks
Vegesara Shokudo
Run by Naoko Sakanashi, a trained Japanese chef, and her husband Kazunao, Vegesara Shokudo...
