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Apr 25, 2024 Local News
Fukuoka and Saga Police Train for Non-Japanese Speaker Emergencies
In anticipation of the rainy season, police forces from Fukuoka and Saga prefectures held a joint training exercise in Tosu, Saga, to improve emergency response for non-Japanese sp...
Apr 25, 2024 Local News
New Bird-Watching Park Opens in Fukuoka’s Island City
Fukuoka City celebrated the opening of a new park in Island City, designed specifically for bird watching. The park, named "Island City Habataki Park," spans approximately...
Apr 25, 2024 Local News
Cooling Shelters Set Up in Fukuoka Amid New Heatstroke Alert System
The Ministry of the Environment has launched a new heatstroke special caution alert, in response to the rising risks posed by global warming. This system...
Apr 25, 2024 Local News
Fukuoka Climbs Population Rankings Despite Aging Challenge
In 2023, Fukuoka Prefecture's total population surpassed Hokkaido, ranking it eighth nationally with over 5.1 million residents. Despite this growth, the region faces challenges wi...
Apr 25, 2024 Local News
Fukuoka Faces Potential Disappearance of Eight Municipalities by 2050
A panel of private experts, the Population Strategy Council, has projected a dramatic decline in the population of young women aged 20-39 by 2050, suggesting a potential...
Apr 24, 2024 Now Reports
FREE! 36 things to do in Fukuoka 2024
Exploring an exciting town like Fukuoka, packed with historical landmarks, great shopping and plenty of places to dine, you can easily slaughter your wallet in a single day...
Apr 24, 2024 Local News
Fukuoka Governor Calls for National Responsibility in Nuclear Waste Issue
Governor Hattori of Fukuoka Prefecture emphasizes the need for national leadership in managing nuclear waste disposal, particularly regarding the ongoing discussions in...
Apr 24, 2024 Local News
Taishin International Bank Opens Office in Fukuoka’s Tenjin Area
Taiwan's Taishin International Bank has opened a branch on the 14th floor of the Tenjin Business Center in Fukuoka City, aiming to support Taiwanese companies in Japan. This move f...
Apr 24, 2024 Local News
Fukuoka Prefecture to Introduce Naming Rights for Public Facilities
Fukuoka Prefecture announces plans to offer naming rights for four public facilities, including parks and sports complexes, to secure funding for maintenance. Starting in June, com...
Apr 24, 2024 Local News
Daniel Inouye Museum Debuts in Yame, Honoring Japanese-American Senator
A new museum dedicated to Daniel Inouye, a notable Japanese-American who served as a U.S. Senator and contributed significantly to Japan-U.S. relations, has been inaugurated in...
