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Apr 28, 2016 Now Reports
May 2016 Fukuoka Now
Summer is on the horizon - in Fukuoka, this means lots of outdoor events and festivals! The biggest is Dontaku: a two-day extravaganza of parades and...
Apr 28, 2016 Now Reports
Wheeled Cart Stalls: A Nishijin Fixture
Nishijin, the western hub of Fukuoka, bustles with students who commute to nearby high schools and colleges and is known for its retro shopping street. One of the biggest attractio...
Apr 28, 2016 Food & Drinks
Budo-en
Budo-en is one of a growing number of restaurants to take advantage of Fukuoka's proximity to fresh produce. Its philosophy is simple: build trust with producers and promote local ...
Apr 28, 2016 Now Reports
This Month in Fukuoka – May 2016
Welcome to Fukuoka Now! Since 1998 our team of local experts have been introducing the best of Fukuoka to the world. Enjoy!
Apr 27, 2016 Event
Kamado Jinja Shrine Daigomaku
Write your wish on a gomagi (votive stick) and toss it into the fire to burn away bad luck! Enjoy a...
Apr 27, 2016 Event
Miyajidake Jinja Shrine Iris Festival
Enjoy a view of 100,000 Edo Japanese irises (100 species), a Shinto ceremony, an art exhibit, concerts, a gourmet fair, a mini zoo, a craft market and nighttime iris light-up (~21:...
Apr 27, 2016 Event
Gokoku Jinja Shrine Flea Market
Browse 240 stalls selling everything from European antiques and furniture, to clothes and handmade sweets. This time...
Apr 27, 2016 Event
Kawawatari Jinkosai Festival
This 450-year-old river-crossing festival is one of Fukuoka’s five major festivals. Around 11 large mikoshi (portable shrines) are carried from...
Apr 26, 2016 Now Reports
Hard Rock Cafe Rocks New Hakata Venue – Pre-Opening Report
Today is Hard Rock Cafe Fukuoka’s sweet sixteenth! After 16 years of rocking out at Hawks Town Mall, the restaurant and bar has moved to the new JRJP Hakata Building, conveniently ...