Fukuoka Prefecture

Feb 1, 2008 Food & Drinks

Dois Lagos

Encouraged by fellow Brazilian aficionados, including Avispa soccer fans, he decided to fill a glaring gap in Fukuoka's dining scene and international community by opening a deligh...

International

Feb 1, 2008 Now Reports

The Fish Heralding Spring’s Arrival

Several flora and fauna herald the approach of spring in Fukuoka. These include the plum blossoms in Dazaifu and the arrival of the black-headed gull at the Naka River and Ohori Pa...

Jan 1, 2008 Food & Drinks

Wappa Teishokudo

Shokudo, or restaurants specializing in Japanese set meals, are not uncommon these days, but Wappo Teishhokudo on Kego-hondori stands out when compared to this widening field.

Japanese

Jan 1, 2008 Now Reports

The Urban Landscape of Fukuoka City

Fukuoka City began fulfilling its function as Kyushu’s core city circa 1976. That year marked the start of intense retail competition in the Tenjin area, as the Tenjin Underground ...

Jan 1, 2008 Food & Drinks

Hamburg Onion

With several fast-food chains offering mega-sized beef hamburgers on their menus, it's clear that beef burgers are back! If you fancy a fat paddy but you also want your veggies, co...

Western

Jan 1, 2008 Now Reports

Nicolas Sudre

The green ribbon metal (Chevalier de L'Ordre du Mérite Agricole) on Nicolas's lapel was presented to the 42 year-old Frenchman on Dec. 4 by the government of France, in recognition...

Dec 1, 2007 Food & Drinks

Tokyo – Akasaka Shisenhanten

We love speciality shops, and here's one certain to appeal to those who appreciate a big bowl of spicy noodles. Tucked behind the Shisenhanten Szechuan Chinese food deli counter on...