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Jun 13, 2024 Local News
Okinawa Evacuation Plan for Taiwan Contingency
Governor Seitaro Hattori of Fukuoka Prefecture has announced that relevant departments will meet to discuss an evacuation plan for...
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Jun 13, 2024 Local News
Fukuoka to Host International Flower Show
Fukuoka City has announced plans to host an international flower show, the "Fukuoka Flower Show," in two years. Inspired by...
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Jun 13, 2024 Local News
ESR to Invest in Kumamoto Logistics Hub
Hong Kong-based logistics real estate giant ESR has signed an agreement with Kumamoto Prefecture and Yatsushiro City to develop a logistics hub around...
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Jun 13, 2024 Local News
Request for Establishment of East Kyushu Shinkansen Promotion Group
The Kitakyushu Chamber of Commerce and other organizations have requested Fukuoka Prefecture Governor Seitaro Hattori to establish a promotion group for...
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Jun 13, 2024 Local News
Japanese Ride-Share Service Begins in Fukuoka
Starting June 12, a Japanese-style ride-share service, where private drivers use their own cars to transport passengers for a fee, has launched in Fukuoka Prefecture...
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Jun 12, 2024 Local News
Nagasaki Stadium City Unveiled with Japan’s Closest Pitch to Seating
Nagasaki Stadium City, set to open on October 14, has showcased significant progress in its construction, particularly for the central soccer stadium and arena...
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Jun 12, 2024 Local News
Fukuoka City Seeks Young Entrepreneurs for Innovation Camp
Fukuoka City has begun recruiting elementary and middle school students for the "FUKUOKA Open Innovation Camp 2024." The program, running from July 19 to late October...
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Jun 12, 2024 Local News
Sushi Chefs Teach High School Students in Kitakyushu
Kitakyushu, known for its rich sushi culture, saw local sushi chefs conducting an outreach class for high school students. This initiative aims to promote sushi as a new tourist...
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Jun 12, 2024 Local News
Fukuoka Police and Agencies Hold Anti-Terrorism Meeting for Major Sports Events
A meeting on anti-terrorism measures was held in Fukuoka City, attended by the Fukuoka Prefectural Police and related organizations. The focus was on upcoming...
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Jun 11, 2024 Local News
Ichiran Unveils ‘Japanese-Style Tonkotsu Ramen’ at Canal City Hakata Store
Ichiran Co., Ltd., based in Hakata-ku, Fukuoka City, will reopen its Canal City Hakata store on June 21, 2024. As part of the reopening, the store will introduce...