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Jan 13, 2021 Local News
Takakura Hotel Permanently Closed
Takakura Hotel announced permanent closure after it experienced a drastic decline in sales due to the impact of the new coronavirus pandemic’s impact. As explained on the hotel’s o...
Nov 18, 2020 Local News
Excessive Water Plants Create Problems inside Ohori Park
An increased amount of aquatic plants are risking the lives of other creatures inside Ohori Park. According to the park’s administration office, new plants began to cover water fro...
Oct 26, 2020 Local News
Fukuoka’s Chuo Ward Ranked Deemed Most Livable In Kyushu-Okinawa
Daito Trust Construction Co., Ltd. released a ranking of "most comfortable towns to live" in the Kyushu and Okinawa regions. Chuo Ward in Fukuoka City topped the ranking, gaining h...
Jul 7, 2020 Local News
Vinegar Specialty Shop Opens in Fukuoka City
Okawa City-based vinegar brewery, Shobunsu, opened its first specialty shop in Fukuoka City on July 4. Located on the Keyaki-dori Ave. in Chuo Ward, the shop sells vinegar products...
Jun 16, 2020 Local News
Large Rooftop Restaurant to Open in Akasaka
A new rooftop restaurant, ‘Beard - American Roof Top -’ will open in the Akasaka area (Chuo Ward) on September 1. With the concept of an American-style sports bar, the place featur...
Feb 13, 2020 Local News
First Baby Giraffe Born in Fukuoka in 33 Years
A baby giraffe was born at Fukuoka City Zoo. According to the announcement by the zoo, the baby was born at around 19:00 on February 5. Standing up on its feet, the baby has been o...
Feb 7, 2020 Local News
United Lab – Next Generation Entertainment Facility to Open in Daimyo
United Lab, a next-generation entertainment facility consisting of multiple zones will open in Daimyo on April 4. Its large...
Jan 14, 2020 Local News
Former Daimyo Elementary School Site Obtains Advantageous Designation
The ongoing redevelopment project at the site of former Daimyo Elementary School has been appointed as one of the nation's urban revival projects. The Ministry of Land, Infrastruct...
Dec 20, 2019 Local News
Fukuoka City’s Chuo Ward Named Most Comfortable Town in Japan
Chuo Ward of Fukuoka City placed first in a nationwide ranking of "most comfortable town to live." in a survey conducted by Daito Trust Construction Co. The study collected feedbac...
Dec 13, 2019 Local News
Fukuoka Zoo Welcomes Two Rhinoceros
Fukuoka Zoo welcomes two southern white rhinos from South Africa. A pair of two-year-old white rhinos will arrive in Fukuoka on December 13 and make their debut at the zoo in early...