Fukuoka Prefecture

Jul 13, 2020 Local News

Kyushu Area Bus Pass Now Available to Domestic Tourists

Two limited-edition SunQ Passes will be marketed to help revive the novel coronavirus-hit tourism businesses in Kyushu. The ¥ 4,500-holiday pass offers unlimited bus travel for two...

Jul 13, 2020 Local News

Outline for Itoshima’s New City Hall Announced

Itoshima City announced an outline for the development of its new city hall. The new building will be built on the site of the current Maruta Park (south-east to the current City H...

Jul 13, 2020 Local News

Fukuoka Prefecture Relaxes Event Regulations

As of July 10, Fukuoka Prefecture relaxed its coronavirus-linked rules for events. Music concerts, exhibitions, and pro-sport events can now host up to 5,000 people at indoor and o...

Jul 13, 2020 Local News

Records Show This Year is Fourth Cancellation of Yamakasa Due to an Epidemic

Despite the cancelation of Hakata Gion Yamakasa this year, many ‘yamanobose’ (participants) enthusiastically visited torii-gated Hakozaki Beach on July 1 to celebrate the tradition...

Jul 13, 2020 Local News

45 New COVID-19 Infections in Fukuoka Prefecture Last Week

Between July 6 ~ 12, Fukuoka Prefecture recorded 45 new cases of the new coronavirus infection. This week, new infections were found in more than ten regions, including Fukuoka Cit...

Jul 10, 2020 Local News

Guide to Contributing Items and Money to Disaster Areas in Kyushu

Fukuoka City is collecting donations for items for use by people in torrential rain-hit areas. A drive-through donation venue is set up at Tsukiguma Shuzo-ko (near Fukuoka Airport)...

Jul 10, 2020 Event

Hakata Doll Hakata no Matsuri Exhibition

The third edition of Hakata no Matsuri Exhibition is currently being held at Hakata Traditional Craft and Design Museum, featuring forty-six Hakata dolls. Roundly shaped dolls wear...