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Nov. 5

Bookuoka 2016

This celebration of the written word is organized by book-lovers for book-lovers...

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Nov. 5 ~

Nov. 12

Have a Banquet Meal with Hakata Geisha

Grab your chance to enjoy a traditional Japanese meal in the company of geisha. Hakata Sankoen, an established Japanese restaurant, will be serving a delicious kaiseki meal while.....

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#Food
#Chuo-ku

Nov. 27

Hakozakigu Shrine Nominoichi (Flea Market)

This is one of the biggest flea markets in western Japan! More than 200 stalls display curiosities, second-hand clothing, antiques and more...

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#Higashi-ku

Oct. 22

10th 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 (geisha). Expect...

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Oct. 26 ~

Nov. 12

Hakata Historical Tour 2016

The 2,000-year-old history of Hakata is a source of pride and interest for local residents and tourists alike. In this two-hour walking tour you’ll visit some of city’s most famous...

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Oct. 22 ~

Oct. 23

Enjoy, Learn and Make – Hakata Workshops

Hakata is filled with traditions and techniques that have been passed down through generations. Join workshops held at various venues in the Hakata area (Fukuoka Asian Art Museum, ...

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#Fukuoka City

Oct. 9

Iimori Jinja Shrine Yabusame

The Yabusame at Iimori Jinja Shrine is a traditional autumn event that has been held annually since 1838. During the event...

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Sep. 5 ~

Nov. 18

Kitakyushu International Manga Festival

Manga Competition. The aim of the competition is described as “to disseminate the charm and potential of [manga] in order to spread manga culture throughout Japan...

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