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Oct 1, 2024 Local News
Zenrin Launches Temple and Shrine Map for Foreign Tourists
Zenrin DataCom has introduced an online map that helps foreign tourists navigate Japan’s temples and shrines. The map, free and...
Oct 1, 2024 Local News
India’s Consulate to Open in Fukuoka Amid Semiconductor Boom
India plans to open a new consulate in Fukuoka by the end of the year, marking its second consulate in Japan after Osaka...
Oct 1, 2024 Local News
Fukuoka’s Nishi Park to Feature New Multi-Purpose Hall and Facilities
Fukuoka Prefecture has revealed new details on the redevelopment of Nishi Park, a well-known cherry blossom viewing spot in Fukuoka City’s Chuo Ward...
Oct 1, 2024 Local News
Bike-Sharing Service Charichari Expands to Kikuyo Town
Fukuoka-based bike-sharing service Charichari is expanding to Kikuyo Town in Kumamoto Prefecture. The pilot, running from October 1 to March 2025...
Oct 1, 2024 Local News
Major Logistics Hub Opens in Kitakyushu City
A large-scale logistics facility has opened in Kitakyushu’s Kokurakita Ward, part of the city's broader logistics hub initiative. The two-story, 46,000-square-meter West Port Cente...
Oct 1, 2024 Local News
AI-Powered Ride-Sharing Taxi Pilot in Miyama City
Miyama City has initiated a pilot program for AI-powered ride-sharing taxis to address transportation needs in its aging population. The system...
Sep 27, 2024 Local News
Biometric Payment Popup Store Opens in Fukuoka
A new popup store featuring biometric payment technology opened at Solaria Stage in Tenjin, Fukuoka, on September 26. Developed by...
Sep 27, 2024 Local News
Fukuoka’s Gold License Center Relocates to Chiyo, Hakata Ward
Fukuoka Prefectural Police announced the relocation of the Gold License Center from Watanabe-dori, Chuo Ward, to Chiyo, Hakata Ward. The new "Chiyo Gold License Center"...
Sep 27, 2024 Local News
Japan’s First Geothermal Power Auction Launched by Kyuden Mirai Energy
Kyuden Mirai Energy will host Japan's first geothermal power auction, offering up to 600 million kilowatt-hours of electricity generated from...
Sep 27, 2024 Local News
Manabe Daito Wins Fukuoka Asian Culture Grand Prize
At the Fukuoka Asian Culture Awards ceremony on September 26, artist Manabe Daito was awarded the Grand Prize for his pioneering artistic expressions combining...
