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Nov 30, 2023 Local News
Public Warned: Toxic Fire Ants in Fukuoka City
On November 25th, at Hakata Port in Fukuoka City, approximately 300 'fire ants,' known for their strong venom, were discovered. The prefecture has issued a warning not to touch ant...
Oct 24, 2023 Local News
Mane Offender: Hakata’s Equine Heist
In a tale that gives a whole new meaning to "horsing around," a 27-year-old man has been arrested for pulling off what might be...
Sep 22, 2023 Local News
Art Fair Asia Fukuoka Opens Doors
An art fair featuring galleries and artists from both Japan and abroad, centered around the theme of Asia, will...
Jul 6, 2023 Local News
Two Arrested in Cannabis Seizure at Hakata Port
In June, authorities intercepted a pickup truck ferrying a large amount of cannabis from Tsushima, Nagasaki Prefecture to Hakata Port...
Jul 6, 2023 Local News
Nishitetsu Tests Autonomous Bus Service at Fukuoka Airport
The Nishi-Nippon Railway Company (Nishitetsu) is running an experimental operation of an autonomous bus service that connects...
Jun 30, 2023 Local News
Lawson Launches Avatar-Assisted Service in Kyushu
In a step towards embracing the digital age, Lawson, a familiar convenience store chain, has embarked on a pilot program in Kyushu, employing avatar-operated customer service. The ...
May 29, 2023 Local News
Fukuoka Welcomes First Chinese Cruise Ship in Three Years
On the morning of the 28th, the cruise ship "Blue Dream Star," operated by a Chinese shipping company, made a port call at Hakata...
May 29, 2023 Local News
Rooftop Hoops: Fukuoka’s Unique Basketball Venue
Fukuoka City proudly unveiled its first outdoor basketball court within the Fukuoka metropolitan area, marking its inauguration with...
May 10, 2023 Local News
Dramatic Sea Rescue Ends in Drug Bust!
In a hair-raising episode on May 8, a small car, hotly pursued by police, plunged dramatically into the icy waters off Hakata...
Mar 30, 2023 Local News
Ovision Ice Arena: Fukuoka’s Skating Revival
The newly renovated Fukuoka City skating rink, "Ovision Ice Arena Fukuoka," has been unveiled to the press. The "Ovision Ice Arena Fukuoka" underwent renovations after the "Papio I...
