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Feb 7, 2025Now Reports
Fukuoka Hina Matsuri Guide 2025
The Dolls Festival, or "Hinamatsuri" (also known as Peach Festival or Girls' Day), is a cherished Japanese tradition celebrating the health and happiness of young girls. Hina dolls...

Dec 20, 2024Now Reports
Discover Unique Shrine Charms and Stamps in Fukuoka
In Japan, the end of the year is a time when many people visit shrines to give thanks for the past year and pray for...

Dec 18, 2024Now Reports
Hatsumode in Fukuoka 2025
For many of our readers, celebrating New Year's Eve in Japan may be a novel experience. It's a splendid chance to immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Japanese traditions...

Dec 16, 2024Now Reports
Explore Fukuoka’s Beauty in Traditional Kimono: The Complete Guide
Discover the charm of Fukuoka, a historic city known for its rich heritage, including Japan's first Zen temple...

Dec 16, 2024Now Reports
Fukuoka Hatsuhinode (First Sunrise) Guide 2024-2025
In Japan, 'Gantan' is not just New Year's Day; it's a symbol of renewal and hope. This term, deeply rooted in the characters that signify the year's first sunrise...

Nov 27, 2024Now Reports
Nengajo – How to Make a Japanese Christmas/New Year’s Card
Fukuoka Now shows you how to spread the New Year’s Cheer this December with nengajo, the ultimate winter greeting card!...

Nov 8, 2024Now Reports
2024 Ultimate Guide to Autumn Foliage in Fukuoka
This year’s unusually long summer heat has left some trees a bit weakened, and the autumn foliage is showing up later than usual...

Jun 11, 2024Now Reports
Hakata Gion Yamakasa Guide 2024
It's likely you've already seen men, dressed in traditional loincloths, sprinting through the streets. These energetic individuals are participating in Hakata Gion Yamakasa, the mo...

Mar 26, 2024Now Reports
The Art of Asia Attracting Global Attention and Fukuoka’s Art Scene
The contemporary art scene in Asia, while evolving under the influence of Western traditions, uniquely incorporates works that meld modern expressions with traditional techniques.....

Nov 28, 2023Now Reports
Traditional Japanese Hairstyles and Kimono Attire: The Elegance of Hakata Geigi
While the Geigi (often known as geisha) of Kyoto are renowned, Hakata—a hub of artistic excellence in its own right—also boasts its unique geigi tradition...