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Nov 2, 2017 Event
Fukuoka Marathon 2017
On Nov. 12 the Fukuoka Marathon will see approximately 12,000 runners race on a 42.195 km course from Fukuoka City to...
Nov 2, 2017 Local News
Drones to Film National Parks to Attract Foreign Tourists
The Ministry of the Environment announced it will use drones to shoot aerial footage of Japan’s national parks using drones and make the footage available online and to internation...
Nov 2, 2017 Local News
Fukuoka City to Begin Bids for Former Site of Daimyo Elementary School
Fukuoka City is set to start accepting offers from private enterprises interested in redeveloping the site of the former Daimyo Elementary School. Nishi-Nippon Railroad Co., Ltd., ...
Nov 2, 2017 Local News
Hakata-ori Anniversary Logo Completed
Next year will mark the 777th anniversary of Hakata-ori, a traditional textile that has become almost synonymous with...
Nov 1, 2017 Event
Bookuoka 2017 Second-hand Book Fair
Launched in 2006 as a celebration of the written word, “Bookuoka” includes events such as a huge second-hand book fair on Nov. 4. Bring your own second-hand books to...
Nov 1, 2017 Event
Exhibition Of New Hakata Ningyo Dolls
Enjoy an exhibition of newly created Hakata Ningyo dolls at ACROS Fukuoka. Many of the items on display have been inspired by the addition of the sacred island of Okinoshima and...
Nov 1, 2017 Event
Hakata Fun Night
On the same day as the Kawabata Night Bazaar a tour for foreigners (one group of up to ten persons) with the assistance of English speaking tour guides...
Nov 1, 2017 Local News
Fukuoka City to Conduct Ballistic Missile Response Training Drill
Fukuoka City will carry out a ballistic missile response training drill on Dec. 1. An emergency message will be sent out to give locals an idea of the kind of warning they can expe...
Nov 1, 2017 Event
Kyushu Meat Festival 2017
Enjoy locally sourced meat at this popular annual festival! The event aims to promote Kyushu-based meat suppliers and increase awareness about...
Nov 1, 2017 Now Reports
Fukuoka Vegan Fest 2017 – Report
From vegan meals and treats to yoga, ethical clothing, and cruelty-free cosmetics: there was something for everyone at Fukuoka’s first vegan festival.