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Dec 17, 2012 Local News
Steps Taken to Reduce Sexual Assaults in Dazaifu
Dazaifu in Fukuoka Prefecture, known for its student population, is concerned about the increase in sexual crimes in the community that began in the summer. To prevent these crimes...
Dec 17, 2012 Local News
Iriko Production Begins at Itoshima
The production of irikio, or parched sardines, has begun in Itoshima, the only site were iriko is made in Fukuoka Prefecture. The fish actually used is known as the Japanese anchov...
Dec 14, 2012 Local News
Sparkling Wine Tasting Event
Kirin Brewery in Asakura City, has added Franzia sparkling wine tasting to beer tasting at the end of the brewery tours until Dec 25. The tours are available at 10:00, 11:00, 12:00...
Dec 14, 2012 Local News
20 Billion Yen Road Proposal
Fukuoka City is considering construction of a new road to ease traffic jams in central Tenjin with an estimated cost of 20 billion yen. Tenjin’s Watanabedori is a well-known proble...
Dec 14, 2012 Local News
West Japan Victory Noodles
Popular instant noodle manufacturer “Umakacchan” announced the release of a limited edition noodle packaging for students taking their entrance exams this year. From Dec. 17, the ...
Dec 12, 2012 Local News
Fukuoka’s Fantastic Fukubukuro
Details of some 2013 fukubukuro special deals in Fukuoka have been released! Fukubukuro (福袋 lucky bag / mystery bag) is a Japanese New Year's Day custom where merchants make grab b...
Dec 12, 2012 Local News
Subway Discount and Fries for Kids!
Fukuoka City Subway has launched special discount service for kids during winter vacation period 12/22~1/7. Elementary school students can purchase a ticket for just ¥100 that allo...
Dec 12, 2012 Local News
Try Your Hand at Making Mentaiko
Mentaiko manufacturer, Yamaya, will be holding a mentaiko making day for children of elementary school or younger and their parents on Dec. 22. There will be two opportunities at 1...
Dec 11, 2012 Local News
Oyster Huts @ Bayside
Following the great success of last year, Bayside Place Hakata gets ready to launch their winter kakigoya (oyster hut) season on Jan. 4th! Enjoy fresh oysters and other seafood in ...
Dec 11, 2012 Local News
M.I.C.E. Internationalization Seminar in Fukuoka
On December 10, 2012, Fukuoka Directive Council hosted a M.I.C.E. Internationalization Seminar in Fukuoka City. Approximately one hundred Fukuoka D.C. members were in attendance to...