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START: Mar 28, 2023END: Apr 2, 2023Exhibition, Art

54th Fukuoka City Art Competition

The 54th Fukuoka City Art Competition will be held from March 28 – April 2, 2023. The residents of Fukuoka metropolitan area and within the city limits were invited to submit art i...

START: Mar 24, 2023END: Apr 2, 2023Festival

Fukuoka Castle Sakura Festival

Spring in Japan means cherry blossoms! Maizuru Park, known as one of the best cherry blossom viewing spots in Fukuoka City, has approximately 1,000 cherry trees of 19 species, incl...

START: Feb 11, 2023END: Apr 3, 2023Festival, Culture

Yanagawa Hina Festival 2023

Hinamatsuri is a festival held in March to pray for the healthy growth of girls. From the beginning of February, when people start decorating Hina dolls, Yanagawa holds a town-wide...

START: Apr 9, 2023END: Apr 9, 2023Festival

Namaste Fukuoka 2023

Fukuoka embraces India! Namaste Fukuoka, a cultural event launched in 2016 to showcase India's diverse heritage, returns for the first time in four years. This celebration features...

START: Apr 8, 2023END: Apr 9, 2023Food, Shopping

Fudoichi Market

Since its inception in 2016, Fudoichi has been a series of eco-conscious markets held at temples, promoting the use of environmentally friendly and sustainable food and daily essen...

START: Apr 7, 2023END: Apr 9, 2023Festival

Japan Umeshu Festa in JR Hakata 2023

Discover a stunning collection of 154 Umeshu (plum wine) varieties, crafted by sake breweries across Japan, all under one roof at Hakata Station! While it's true that umeshu can be...

START: Mar 27, 2023END: Apr 9, 2023Food

Hakata Senbero & Senmero

To commemorate the opening of the new subway station Kushida-jinja-mae, a limited-time promotion will be held jointly by three facilities: Hakata Riverain Mall, Kawabata Shopping A...

START: Apr 15, 2023END: Apr 16, 2023Others

Outdoor Day Japan Fukuoka 2023

Experience one of Japan's largest outdoor events, showcasing a wide array of camping and outdoor-related experiences. Discover the latest camping equipment, outdoor gear, apparel, ...

START: Apr 8, 2023END: Apr 16, 2023Festival

One Flower One Citizen – Spring Festival

For nine days, Hakata and Tenjin will be adorned with flowers throughout the area. Stroll along walking routes connecting Hakata Station, Tenjin, and Maizuru Park, where you'll enc...

START: Apr 1, 2023END: Apr 17, 2023Exhibition, Art

Jimmy Onishi Exhibition “POP OUT” – Commemorating 30 Years of Painting Career

Jimmy Onishi is no longer a comedian but an artist. His unique style attracts many people, and a nationwide traveling exhibition looking back on 30 years of his career will be held...