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Fukuoka Launches Donation Drive for Taiwan Earthquake Relief
Following a severe earthquake in Taiwan on April 3, Fukuoka Prefecture has initiated a donation campaign to assist the affected. The quake led to nine deaths and over a thousand in...
Fukuoka Advises Measles Antibody Tests Beyond Routine Vaccinations
As measles cases rise nationwide, prompting increased vaccine demand, the Fukuoka City Medical Association urges those not covered by routine child vaccinations to first undergo an...
Dentist Nabs Dental Silver in Night Heist at Kyushu University Hospital
A 38-year-old dentist has been arrested for allegedly breaking into Kyushu University Hospital in Higashi Ward, Fukuoka City, and stealing a silver...
Japan’s First Hydrogen-Powered Tour Boat Set to Sail in Kitakyushu
In an innovative step toward carbon neutrality, a maritime company based in Moji District, Kitakyushu City, is launching "HANARIA," a tour boat powered by electricity generated fro...
Nishi-Nippon Railroad to Introduce Touch Payment at All Stations by 2024
Nishi-Nippon Railroad plans to implement touch payment systems, compatible with credit cards, at all 73 stations across its rail lines, including the Tenjin Omuta Line and Kaizuka ...
Kyushu and Okinawa’s Economic Recovery Pace Stagnates
The pace of economic recovery in Kyushu and Okinawa is showing signs of slowing, according to the Bank of Japan's latest "Short-Term Economic Survey of Enterprises in Japan...
Hakata and Kitakyushu Chosen for Defense and Coast Guard Training Hubs
The Japanese government has designated Hakata Port and Kitakyushu Airport as "Specific Use Ports and Airports" to facilitate smooth operations for the Self-Defense Forces and...
Manga Artist in Fukuoka Faces 47M Yen Tax Evasion Charges
A manga artist from Fukuoka City, known for their work on popular manga, has been accused by the Fukuoka National Tax Bureau of failing to declare three years' worth of income...
New Outlet Proposal for Marinoa City Fukuoka’s Comprehensive Renovation
Mitsui Fudosan is considering the introduction of Mitsui Outlet Park as part of a comprehensive renovation plan for Marinoa City Fukuoka, located in the Nishi Ward of Fukuoka City....
Fukuoka City Launches Electric Scooter Sharing Service
In Fukuoka City, a new electric scooter sharing service began on the 27th, following last year's July enforcement of the revised Road Traffic Law which allows individuals over...