Kumamoto Designated as Semiconductor Visa Special Zone
Kumamoto Prefecture has been designated as a National Strategic Special Zone to expedite visa processing for foreign semiconductor professionals...
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Fukuoka Mayor Takashima Earns Over ¥23 Million Last Year
Fukuoka City Mayor Soichiro Takashima's income for the previous year was disclosed, revealing an increase of ¥780,000 to a total of over ¥23 million. The breakdown includes...
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Koga City Considers Including Same-Sex Couples on Resident Certificates
Mayor Kazuki Tanabe of Koga City, Fukuoka Prefecture, announced that the city is considering allowing same-sex couples to be listed as "husband" or "wife" on...
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Japan Designates Four New Financial Hubs Including Fukuoka
The Japanese government has designated four regions, including Fukuoka, as "Financial and Asset Management Special Zones" to develop international financial hubs...
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Kyushu MaaS to Launch in August
The Kyushu Regional Strategy Conference has announced the launch of "Kyushu MaaS" (Mobility as a Service) on August 1, aiming to simplify travel across the Kyushu region by...
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Fukuoka Police Establish Special Unit to Combat Unlawful Demands at Shareholder Meetings
With numerous shareholder meetings scheduled in June, the Fukuoka Prefectural Police established a special unit on June 3 to address illegal demands at these gatherings...
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Surge in Theft of Air Conditioner Units in Itoshima Amid Rising Metal Prices
With summer approaching, Itoshima City has reported a spike in the theft of air conditioner outdoor units, with 11 units stolen by the end of May. The stolen units...
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JR Kyushu Suspends High-Speed Ferry Service Due to Structural Damage
JR Kyushu announced the suspension of its high-speed ferry “Queen Beetle” connecting Hakata Port and Busan until June 28 due to...
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Kyushu Governments Plan for Potential Evacuations Amid Taiwan Crisis
In light of a potential “Taiwan contingency,” the Japanese government has presented an evacuation plan for residents of Okinawa’s Sakishima Islands, pairing them with...
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Gundam Debuts at This Year’s Yamakasa Festival
For the first time, a Gundam-themed float will be featured in the Hakata Gion Yamakasa Festival (July 1-15, 2024). The "Hachiban Yamakasa Kamikawabata-dori," known for...
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