Fukuoka Prefecture Archives

Aug 20, 2019 Event

Munakata Fes 2019

Enjoy performances by 19 artists and groups across two days! Artists for Sep. 21 (Sat.) include Kyari Pamyu Pamyu, Kishidan, Golden Bomber, Kreva, and Funky Kato, while artists for...

Music

Aug 20, 2019 Event

Jinkoshiki Festival at Dazaifu Tenmangu

Jinkoshiki is a Shinto festival to bring peace and prosperity and to give thanks for an abundant autumn harvest, held since 1101. It is also an Intangible Folk Cultural Property of...

Festival

Aug 20, 2019 Local News

Construction Completed on Wooden Apartment Block in Hakata

Construction work has been completed on an apartment block made primarily of wood in Hakata, Fukuoka City. The Will Building Project used reinforced concrete to build...

Aug 20, 2019 Local News

Fukuoka Urban Beautification Award Photographs Contest

The eighth edition of this contest which highlights one of the two-hundred spots in Fukuoka City has previously been awarded a townscape award. A special exhibition of...

Aug 20, 2019 Now Reports

Explore Itoshima

From its sunny beaches with pristine blue waters to its rich cultural history in the form of age-old temples and shrines, Itoshima is a destination with lots to explore.

Aug 20, 2019 Now Reports

Explore Itoshima: Itoshima by the Season

Itoshima offers a range of different atmosphere in its seasons. Enjoy the unique wonders of the four seasons of Itoshima with these exceedingly famed events and activities. Explore...

Aug 20, 2019 Now Reports

Explore Itoshima: Itoshima Model Tours

Itoshima has something for everyone so go ahead and find the Itoshima for you and discover something new along the way! Use these day trip model tours to explore Itoshima from diff...

Aug 20, 2019 Now Reports

Explore Itoshima: Himeshima

Himeshima, or Princess Island, is just a 16 minutes ride by boat from Kishi Port, this tiny island hosts picturesque rocky shoreline and rustic shermen village, perfect for a calm ...

Aug 20, 2019 Now Reports

Explore Itoshima: Nijo

Chinkaiseki Hachimangu shrine is one of the most important shrines in Japanese history and it was mentioned in Japan’s oldest written records. The history dates back to 200 A.D. wh...

Aug 20, 2019 Now Reports

Explore Itoshima: Maebaru

Kozai no Mori is a traditional Japanese restaurant situated in the middle of Maebaru shopping street. This 100-year old building was once an old wealthy trader’s shop. Entering thi...