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Apr 26, 2024 Local News
Fukuoka Dome Renamed to Mizuho PayPay Dome Fukuoka
The home stadium of the Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks, previously known as Fukuoka Dome, has been officially renamed to "Mizuho PayPay Dome Fukuoka" as of April 25. This change...
Apr 25, 2024 Local News
JR Kyushu Launches “Kanpachi-Ichiroku” Train for Scenic Hakata-Beppu Route
JR Kyushu will launch its new sightseeing train, the "Kanpachi-Ichiroku," on April 26, offering a lavish travel experience between Hakata Station and Beppu Station in Oita Prefectu...
Apr 25, 2024 Local News
Makoto Kagoshima’s Ceramic Art Showcased in Fukuoka
An exhibition featuring the unique ceramic works of Fukuoka-born artist Makoto Kagoshima has commenced at the Fukuoka Prefectural Museum of Art. Kagoshima, known for incorporating ...
Apr 25, 2024 Local News
Fukuoka and Saga Police Train for Non-Japanese Speaker Emergencies
In anticipation of the rainy season, police forces from Fukuoka and Saga prefectures held a joint training exercise in Tosu, Saga, to improve emergency response for non-Japanese sp...
Apr 25, 2024 Local News
New Bird-Watching Park Opens in Fukuoka’s Island City
Fukuoka City celebrated the opening of a new park in Island City, designed specifically for bird watching. The park, named "Island City Habataki Park," spans approximately...
Apr 25, 2024 Local News
Cooling Shelters Set Up in Fukuoka Amid New Heatstroke Alert System
The Ministry of the Environment has launched a new heatstroke special caution alert, in response to the rising risks posed by global warming. This system...
Apr 25, 2024 Local News
Fukuoka Climbs Population Rankings Despite Aging Challenge
In 2023, Fukuoka Prefecture's total population surpassed Hokkaido, ranking it eighth nationally with over 5.1 million residents. Despite this growth, the region faces challenges wi...
Apr 25, 2024 Local News
Fukuoka Faces Potential Disappearance of Eight Municipalities by 2050
A panel of private experts, the Population Strategy Council, has projected a dramatic decline in the population of young women aged 20-39 by 2050, suggesting a potential...
Apr 24, 2024 Local News
Fukuoka Governor Calls for National Responsibility in Nuclear Waste Issue
Governor Hattori of Fukuoka Prefecture emphasizes the need for national leadership in managing nuclear waste disposal, particularly regarding the ongoing discussions in...
Apr 24, 2024 Local News
Taishin International Bank Opens Office in Fukuoka’s Tenjin Area
Taiwan's Taishin International Bank has opened a branch on the 14th floor of the Tenjin Business Center in Fukuoka City, aiming to support Taiwanese companies in Japan. This move f...