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Nov 16, 2016 Now Reports
Sumo Fan Day 2016
The long standing tradition of the Kyushu Sumo Basho (tournament) is currently taking place in downtown Fukuoka. However, before the awesome power of the rikishi (wrestlers) could ...
Nov 7, 2016 Event
Bruce Vogt Plays Piano to Charlie Chaplin Films
On Dec. 14 (Wed.), the famous pianist Bruce Vogt will improvise piano to a selection of Charlie Chaplin films...
Nov 2, 2016 Now Reports
Sumiyoshi Jinja Shrine Dohyo-Iri Sumo Opening Ceremony
Photo by Oscar Boyd for Fukuoka Now At approximately 2pm on Wednesday afternoon, tremors were felt at Sumiyoshi-jinja Shrine. “Jishin? Earthquake?” asked some locals, alarm in thei...
Oct 28, 2016 Event
Against 2016: Extreme Music Festival
Five nights of extraordinary music in November and December...
Oct 28, 2016 Event
Fukuoka Coffee Festival 2016
A festival to present Fukuoka’s coffee culture, history and quality to the world...
Oct 27, 2016 Event
30th Anniversary Charity Cocktail Party At Hotel New Otani
A fancy charity cocktail party hosted by the Kyushu branch of the Hotel Barmen’s Association of Japan to celebrate the association’s 30th anniversary...
Oct 25, 2016 Now Reports
Kyushu Basho 2016 – Fukuoka Sumo!
For two weeks in November, Fukuoka will transform into the home of sumo. The streets of the city will be made more exciting by the odd glimpse of the rikishi (wrestlers), their hul...
Oct 24, 2016 Event
Fukuoka Camping Car & Outdoor Show 2016
Outdoor gear, apparel and the latests RVs from over 40 companies will be on display and for sale alongside information on the best destinations to take your newfound passion (and g...
Oct 24, 2016 Event
Hakata Light Up Walk 2016
Thirteen temples, shrines and gardens in the Hakata area are beautifully illuminated for this event, now entering its 11th year...
Oct 21, 2016 Event
Sumiyoshi Jinja Shrine Yokozuna Dohyo-iri Dedication
The yokozuna dohyo-iri dedication is a ceremony in which a yokozuna (grand champion of sumo) enters the sumo ring. This is an official event held annually by the...