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Jul 1, 2020 Local News
Shiki Theatre Company Pulls Out of Canal City
Shiki Theatre Company announced the termination of its contract with Canal City Theatre. The national theater production firm, also known as Gekidan Shiki, opened the first private...
Jul 1, 2020 Event
World of Akari Picture Exhibition
Take a closer look at nostalgic akari-e dioramas, which are created by lighting up charming miniature sculpted figures. This exhibition provides a showcase for Fukuoka-based sculpt...
Jul 1, 2020 Now Reports
Handa Sukajan – Japanese Souvenir Jackets – Fukuoka
The only problem with choosing a souvenir from Japan is there are just too many to choose from! Sure they all look great while you’re in Japan, but what about after you’re back hom...
Jun 29, 2020 Local News
Nishitetsu Introduces New Overnight Hakata-Tokyo Bus
Nishitetsu announced the introduction of two new vehicles for its expressway bus service between Hakata Station and Tokyo. Beginning on July 1, The overnight bus ‘Hakata-go’ will o...
Jun 24, 2020 Local News
Toxic Matters Found in the Soil of Former Hakozaki Campus
Soil pollutions were found on the former Hakozaki Campus site of Kyushu University. On June 19, the university reported results of soil investigation conducted between September 20...
Jun 24, 2020 Local News
Free PCR Tests for Cabaret and Nightclub Staff in Nakasu
On June 22, Fukuoka City announced that it would provide free PCR tests for those who work at bars and restaurants with guest services located in the area of Nakasu. The area has s...
Jun 12, 2020 Shopping
Hakata Hankyu
Hakata Hankyu Department Store is located directly above JR Hakata Station and is part of the JR Hakata City station building, which was rebuilt and opened in March 2011. The basem...
May 3, 2020 Local News
Natto Flavor Chocolat Bar Debuts from Fukuoka
Natto Chocolat Zero, a chocolate bar with an unusual ingredient, will soon debut from Fukuoka. A local startup, Sonomono Inc., collaborated with Fukuoka’s famous “Chocolate Shop” e...
Apr 14, 2020 Local News
Hakata Drinking Snacks Sold in Vending Machine
Hakata Sugaya, a local souvenir shop in Hakata Ward, has installed a unique vending machine in front of their shop to spice up your home-drinking experience. Amidst the ongoing ref...
Apr 6, 2020 Local News
Hakata Gion Yamakasa Likely to Be Cancelled
Hakata Gion Yamakasa, a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage event in Fukuoka City, will be canceled this year due to the spread of the new coronavirus. The annual summer festival a...
