Now Reports

January 2020 Fukuoka Now

Boom! We begin the decade with Daizenji Tamataregu Oniyo, the fiery winter festival on the cover. And nothing warms the bellies of locals like a motsunabe hot pot, so try it at Mot...

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Hakata Hariko: Must-have Good Luck Charms for Local Festivals

Hakata Hariko dolls are a local handicraft that dates back to the Edo era. Considered good luck charms, popular characters include tigers. The process of making these dolls has rem...

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Kuromon Coffee

Located in the quiet neighborhood of the same name just west of Ohori Park, Kuromon Coffee is an authentic roaster cafe situated in a refurbished 90-year old house. Owner Yosuke Ya...

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Motsunabe Nidaime Rakutenchi

Rakutenchi opened in Tenjin in 1977 and now boasts eight locations in Fukuoka. They specialize in motsunabe; a tripe hot pot served with a mountain of fresh chives and...

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Toritori Kenkyudan

Despite its location outside the perimeter of Hakata Station, people flock to Toritori Kenkyudan to enjoy its many signature chicken dishes. The restaurant opened in...

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megane coffee & spirits

In Oct. 2019, former salaryman Takeharu Sugawara opened a unique new yatai serving coffee and distilled spirits. The menu features hand drip coffee—an original blend...

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Renting a flat or house in Fukuoka

I’ve decided to write a series of posts about renting a flat or house in Fukuoka. I have professional experience handling disputes between landlords and tenants as well as personal...

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Report: teamLab: Digitized Fukuoka Castle Ruins

On November 28, I visited Maizuru Park with others from Fukuoka Now to attend the pre-opening event of teamLab: Digitized Fukuoka Castle Ruins, produced by teamLab.

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