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Dec 20, 2011Now Reports
Monkey masks on the front door—an old Hakata tradition
The quiet and secluded Sarutahiko Shinto shrine stands in front of the Fujisaki Bus Terminal in Fukuoka City’s Sawara Ward. It’s usually empty of parishioners or visitors, but on a...

Dec 1, 2011Now Reports
ELLE CAFÉ with Sana Mohamed Ali
If you’re thinking about revamping your home, drop by ELLE CAFÉ for some inspiration; they currently have an exquisite range of home furnishings on offer.

Dec 1, 2011Now Reports
This Compact City is a Shopping Heaven
The opportunities for gift-giving will increase with Christmas and New Year’s approaching. Happily, several new shopping spots perfect for gift selection have opened their doors in...

Nov 1, 2011Now Reports
ELLE CAFÉ with Lucile Chalmandrier
As autumn takes hold, a distinct chill is creeping into the air. On the upside, though, this makes for the perfect opportunity to stay cosy and warm inside your favorite café!

Nov 1, 2011Now Reports
“Gaikokujin Star Tanjo” 2011
Fukuoka Now proudly presents our second annual “Gaikokujin Star Tanjo” event (formerly “Gaijin Idol”). Who are this year’s most talented foreigners?

Nov 1, 2011Now Reports
Studying Hakata’s Traditional Crafts
Many traditional crafts that utilize manual dexterity still survive in Hakata. One facility where all of these crafts can be seen is the Hakata Traditional Craft Center.
Oct 24, 2011Now Reports
Fukuoka’s Gay Scene
By Colin Cairns Fukuoka’s Gay Scene Every city has its own unique gay bar scene. Fukuoka is no exception, but it takes a little hands-on research to get to know its ins and o...
Oct 24, 2011Now Reports
Oyafuko Street
Story of ‘O’ Between Tenjin 3 chome and Maizuru 1 chome a 400 meter stretch of concrete known as Oyafuko-dori runs from south to north. How did this area, known for its...
Oct 24, 2011Now Reports
Oyafuko Street
Story of ‘O’ Between Tenjin 3 chome and Maizuru 1 chome a 400 meter stretch of concrete known as Oyafuko-dori runs from south to north. How did this area, known for its...
Oct 24, 2011Now Reports
Gaijin Guys – Japanese Girls
Japanese Girls Speak Out! Christmas is on the way and in Japan, the favorite pastime of the ‘season to be jolly’ is usually chasing members of the opposite sex rather t...