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Sumiyoshi Shrine Yokozuna Dohyo-iri Dedication

Sumo is the national sport of Japan and encompasses three core elements: mind (kokoro), spirit (ki), and body (karada). The sumo god of ki is enshrined and worshipped at Sumiyoshi ...

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Oct. 11 ~

Oct. 15

Kimono Wearing Contest 2019

Be sure to wear kimono during the Hakata Old Town Light-up Walk period (Oct. 11 to 14) for that...

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Oct. 19

Hakata Kenjo Dochu

The Kenjo Dochu celebrates Hakata-ori, used to make obi (traditional belts) and one of Japan’s finest textiles. The procession is led by a Hakata Geigi...

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Oct. 5

9th Nigeria Festival & Culture Day in Fukuoka

Now in its 9th year, this event showcases the rich culture of Nigeria. Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, H. E. Prof. Mohammed Gana Yi...

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Oct. 7 ~

Oct. 9

Nagasaki Kunchi

A three-day festival which dates back to the Edo period, held to give thanks to Nagasaki’s deity at Suwa Shrine for the autumn harvest. Dedication dances are...

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Jun. 1 ~

Jun. 2

Public Viewing of Kurume Kasuri Studios

Seven Kurume kasuri studios in Chikugo will be open for viewing to the public to raise awareness about traditional handicrafts. Join dyeing workshops and studio tours and browse di...

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May. 25 ~

May. 26

Vietnam Festival Fukuoka 2019

Get to know and experience Vietnamese culture at this large scale Japan-Vietnam cultural exchange event in Tenjin. Try delicious Vietnamese dishes as well as Vietnamese snacks and ...

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May. 20 ~

Sep. 30

Cormorant Fishing at Harazuru Onsen

Cormorant fishing (ukai) is a traditional fishing method in which fishermen work with cormorants to catch sweetfish (ayu) from their boats. Watch the action at night as the fisherm...

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