Fukuoka Prefecture

Mar 8, 2022 Now Reports

Passing the Baton

I've been writing articles for Fukuoka Now since July 2018. However, as I now specialize in commercial disputes and do not practice in areas in which most readers have interest, I ...

Morning walk around Itoshima fishing port 糸島の加布里漁港を散歩

Mar 8, 2022 Local News

Itoshima City Using Easy-To-Understand Japanese Language Manual For City Office Staff

Itoshima City developed a guidebook for its staff to promote foreigner friendliness. The guide introduces ways to replace formal office use terms with easy-to-understand phrases al...

Mar 8, 2022 Local News

Queen Beetle to Operate Between Hakata and Moji

JR Kyushu announced its ultra-modern ferry, the Queen Beetle, will operate between Hakata Port and Moji Port from April 10. The ship, whose registration changed to Japan from Panam...

Mar 7, 2022 Local News

Yanagawa Five Facility Sightseeing Passport Available Now

Enjoy sightseeing in Yanagawa City under the warm spring sun! The city’s March tourism passport combines a canal cruise and visits to five cultural facilities, including Yanagawa A...

Mar 7, 2022 Local News

Fukuoka Governor Requests Locals Refrain From Hanami Parties

Fukuoka Prefecture requested its residents to continue refraining from participating in hanami parties this year. Sakura festivals at prefectural parks (Tenjin Chuo Park and Nishi ...

Mar 4, 2022 Event

Discover Kurume Kasuri Market!

The "Kurume Kasuri Ai, Ai, Deai (Indigo, Love, Encounter) Festival," as the Kasuri event is affectionately known, has been revamped for its 25th anniversary with the theme of "disc...

Shopping

Mar 4, 2022 Event

Thought Exhibition & Market 2022

Based on the theme “thought”, approximately 70 Kyushu-based brands and creatives exhibit and sell clothing, food and lifestyle goods. It’s a great opportunity to see a wide variety...