The weather’s hot and so are Fukuoka’s summer parties! August kicks off summer party season, and we’ve got the lowdown on this year’s biggest events: our Thai-style Summer Poolside Party in Hakata on Aug. 9, Isla de Salsa at Seaside Momochi on Aug. 24 & 25, and Sunset Live in Itoshima on Sep. 6, 7 and 8! We check out a newly opened tsukemen noodle joint in Nishijin – perfect for a hot summer night, and this month’s jointly authored dodesho piece “Alien Asian” explores the complexities and frustrations of life as an Asian gaikokujin in Japan. Meanwhile, we’re putting out the call for applicants for the next Gaikokujin Star Tanjo talent show and party – maybe you or your friend should audition?
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