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Apr 28, 2016 Local News
Fukuoka Zoo’s New Red Panda Ready to Greet Fans
Nozomu, the newest edition to Fukuoka Zoo’s animal family, is now accepting visitors! The male red panda made his first appearance today...
Apr 22, 2016 Local News
Disaster Area Volunteers: 10 Things to Keep in Mind
Many people are considering travelling down to the earthquake-affected areas to offer their assistance. Volunteers are definitely needed, but please read these tips for volunteers ...
Apr 20, 2016 Local News
Volunteer Opportunities for Kumamoto Disaster Relief
If you want to help those affected by The 2016 Kumamoto Earthquake, here are some opportunities to donate supplies or to register as a volunteer...
Apr 20, 2016 Local News
Kumamon Images Can Be Used in Fundraising for 2016 Kumamoto Earthquake
Kumamoto Prefecture announced on Apr. 19 that images of Kumamon, the prefecture’s bear character, can be used in fundraising efforts related to The 2016 Kumamoto Earthquake. Usuall...
Apr 19, 2016 Local News
Transport & Safety Info for Tourists in Kyushu
he Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) has posted a useful list of links and information on transportation (including trains, planes, ferries and expressways) and landmarks ...
Apr 19, 2016 Local News
NHK English Report on Support for Non-Japanese in Shelters
NHK World has posted a 4-minute video report on the experience of non-Japanese at The Kumamoto International Center in Kumamoto City. The center has converted itself into a...
Apr 18, 2016 Local News
Flower Cars for Hakata Dontaku 2016
The Hakata Dontaku Flower Cars are back! The six “Flower Cars” are vehicles decorated with flowers or motifs from fairytales, anime or popular culture. These cars are a Dontaku tra...
Apr 18, 2016 Local News
Help Animals Affected by The 2016 Kumamoto Earthquake
NPO Catnip (Companion Animal Trust Nippon), an animal welfare NPO based in Fukuoka, is calling for donations for the animals caught up in The 2016 Kumamoto Earthquake. All donation...
Apr 18, 2016 Local News
Free Multilingual Call Center for Non-Japanese Earthquake Victims
BeBorn, a telephone interpretation and translation services company, is offering free phone interpretation for foreigners caught up in the recent earthquakes, starting...
Apr 15, 2016 Local News
Donation Collection Boxes for the 2016 Kumamoto Earthquake Set Up
Fukuoka City has opened donation collection boxes inside Fukuoka City Hall and at all ward office and sub-branches (total 11). Donations can be made between...