JR Hakata City and Hakata Hankyu reported record combined annual sales of ¥148.8 billion for FY2024, a 10.6% year-on-year increase. Growth was attributed to rising inbound tourism from countries such as China and South Korea, strong attendance at seasonal events like the Christmas Market, and new initiatives such as the Satsumaimo Festival. Executives from both facilities expressed optimism about surpassing this record again in FY2025. Additionally, a ceremony is scheduled on April 18 to celebrate the opening of a new passageway connecting Hakata Deitos and the adjoining MING shopping area, featuring former Hawks player Nobuhiro Matsuda as a special guest. Source: KBC
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