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Sep 26, 2023 Local News
Ureshino Tests Autonomous EV Buses
Ureshino City in Saga Prefecture has initiated a pilot program to test autonomous electric buses. The buses will operate on...
Sep 26, 2023 Local News
WWII Sea Mine Detonated Off Kitakyushu Coast
A sea mine, believed to be from World War II, was safely detonated off the coast of Wakamatsu Ward in Kitakyushu City. The mine was...
Sep 26, 2023 Local News
Fukuoka Grapples with Beachside Nudity Incident
In Koga City, Fukuoka, residents can't believe what they've seen. A bystander had to call the police after spotting around 20 men...
Sep 25, 2023 Local News
Takafumi Horie Takes Over CROSS FM
Entrepreneur Takafumi Horie has acquired a controlling stake in Kitakyushu-based radio station CROSS FM. The station plans...
Sep 22, 2023 Local News
Fukuoka Teachers to Learn Clothed Swimming
The Fukuoka Prefectural Board of Education will introduce new training courses for elementary and junior high school physical...
Sep 22, 2023 Local News
Driver Shortage Hits Fukuoka Buses
Nishitetsu revealed plans to cut back or halt services on 32 bus routes starting October 1, mainly affecting the Fukuoka and...
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...
Sep 22, 2023 Local News
Fukuoka Aquarium Enhances Visitor Experience
Marine World Uminonakamichi, an aquarium in Fukuoka City, is set to open new interactive zones for visitors by...
Sep 22, 2023 Local News
Fukuoka Reports Decrease in COVID-19 Amid Rising Flu, Pool Fever
Fukuoka Prefecture has issued a warning about rising cases of "pool fever" and influenza based on data from...
Sep 21, 2023 Local News
Fishing Boats in Hakata Bay Pose Risk to Large Ships
The Fukuoka Coast Guard is urging recreational fishing boats to exercise caution and avoid obstructing...