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May 1, 2007 Now Reports
Heeki Park
Born in Hiroshima, raised in Seoul and educated in California, Heeki is a very multi-cultural and international woman. When she was a university student in Los Angeles, she worked ...
May 1, 2007 Food & Drinks
Bistro Bar Crescent
After several years working in posh European restaurants in Fukuoka, Moroccan native Fouad has opened Fukuoka's first and only Moroccan restaurant.
May 1, 2007 Now Reports
The Origins of the Dontaku Song
One of the most exciting carnivals in Japan, Hakata Donkatu, has its own theme song called “Bonchikawaiya.” Where exactly did it come from and who discovered this tune?
Apr 1, 2007 Now Reports
Sebo
Seven years ago, when this wet-behind-the-ears Frenchman arrived in Tokyo as a student, he couldn't have predicted he would later become a radio and TV talent in Fukuoka.
Apr 1, 2007 Now Reports
Fukuoka’s Foreigners – Who Are We?
100th Issue Special. A Historical Overview.
Mar 1, 2007 Now Reports
Nupur Tewari
As a member of an Indian family that values traditional music and dance, Nupur discovered the joy of dancing at a young age, and it remained her passion ever since. Growing up, she...
Mar 1, 2007 Now Reports
Getting Up For Election!
I was happy to see the January election of comedian Sonomanma Higashi as the new governor of Miyazaki... by P. Sean Bramble
Mar 1, 2007 Now Reports
Opening the Sake Cellars
To tell you the truth, I'm not a big fan of brewed alcohol, despite the fact that I have trained myself to enjoy the odd glass of wine. I prefer distilled drinks, but I'll take thi...
Feb 1, 2007 Now Reports
Plum Blossom Viewing is En Vogue!
Dazaifu Tenmangu is widely known as the perfect place for students to pray for success in exams, but did you know that it is also famous for a legendary plum blossom called tobiume...
Feb 1, 2007 Now Reports
Good Cop, Bored Cop
One of the great advantages of life in Japan is the safety we come to take for granted... by Max
