On August 27, a public forum in Fukuoka City reignited discussions about restoring Fukuoka Castle’s main tower (tenshu), a historic structure lost during the Meiji era. Organized by the Fukuoka Chamber of Commerce & Industry, the event highlighted the cultural and tourism potential of the restoration project.
Keynote speaker Professor Kazuto Hongo from the University of Tokyo emphasized the unique historical significance of Fukuoka and Hakata. Panelists presented research supporting the existence of the tenshu and discussed its role in boosting local tourism. While challenges like funding and historical accuracy were noted, the forum ended with a strong call to action for advancing the restoration effort. Source: Fukuoka Chamber of Commerce & Industry / KBC
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