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Yasuzaemon Matsunaga: A Businessman with Close Ties to Fukuoka
Yasuzaemon Matsunaga (1875 - 1971) was a businessman who contributed to the development of the electric power industry in Japan, earning him the nicknames of “god of electricity” a...
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Working from Home and Relevant Laws
The Government has been promoting teleworking as part of Work Style Reforms since 2018. I don’t think it went well. However, the new coronavirus outbreak seems to be achieving the ...
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Coronavirus: Support for Businesses
The Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry (“METI”) has set out a package of measures to support businesses through this period of disruption caused by the coronavirus, including...
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April 2020 Fukuoka Now
Notice anything different in this issue? We hope so! We’ve taken a few steps back and a few steps forward to bring you a refreshed Fukuoka Now for the 2020s. Twenty-one years ago, ...
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Hakata Dolls: Always Changing with the Times
Hakata dolls, one of Fukuoka's traditional handicrafts, are unglazed porcelain figurines characterized by their smooth white skin. The Bijin Mono (“Beautiful Lady”) series of dolls...
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Coronavirus and Absence from Work Law
On February 27, 2020, Prime Minister Shinzo Abe requested schools to close until spring vacation. This decision is causing stress for working parents with young children. I am one ...
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March 2020 Fukuoka Now
Nearby Saga Prefecture was to host this year’s Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants event, but alas, the COVID-19 virus forced its cancellation. But all is not lost! You still can read...
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Childcare Services Expanded as Fukuoka’s Schools Close
Fukuoka City has responded to directives issued by the national government by asking local elementary, junior high, and special needs schools to closed temporarily between March 2 ...
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Itoshima Now! March 2020
From Russia With Love! We never ceased to be amazed at the diversity of passionate and talented people in Itoshima. Yoshiko Misaka is another example. While living in St. Petersbur...
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Shrines and the Surprising Connections Between Land and Sea
In Japan, shrines hold various festivals throughout the year, but some of them may seem a little peculiar. One example of this is the Shiohi-sai held every year on April 3 at Sumiy...
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