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Mar 23, 2021Now Reports
Kushida Bunko: Tracing the History of Libraries in Fukuoka
Fukuoka was home to the first public library in Japan. Called the Kushida Bunko, it was opened in 1818 on the premises of Kushida Shrine, the grand tutelary shrine of Hakata. Altho...
Mar 21, 2021Now Reports
Kurume Kasuri Guide 2021
Kurume Kasuri is a traditional textile from the Chikugo region that has been handed down over the generations. It is currently produced in Kurume City, Hirokawa Town (in Yame Distr...
Mar 19, 2021Now Reports
Kurume Kasuri: Experience Fukuoka’s Traditional Textile First Hand
Although we think nothing of buying clothes nowadays, there was a time in the past when people in each household made their own clothing from...
Mar 9, 2021Now Reports
Dispatched Workers and the 3-year Rule
In my previous article, I explained that a contract (or fixed-term) worker has the right of conversion from a fixed-term contract to a non-fixed term contract if their contract has...
Mar 1, 2021Now Reports
Fukuoka Cherry Blossom / Sakura Guide 2021
The blossoming of sakura (cherry blossoms) is an occasion for celebration all over Japan. Between late March and early April, families, friends and colleagues come together for oha...
Mar 1, 2021Now Reports
Cherry Blossoms and Beautiful Night Views at Atago Shrine
Not far from the bay, Atago Shrine is located on top of Mt. Atago in Nishi Ward. From its hilltop perch, the shrine affords visitors panoramic views of the Momochihama district, wh...
Feb 24, 2021Now Reports
Making the Ordinary Special ~ A Luxurious Overnight Journey to Saga ~
As many people already know, there are many places to see and things to do in Kyushu running the gamut from delicious food and crafts to hot springs, the mountains and the sea. For...
Feb 18, 2021Now Reports
Fukuoka Nanohana Guide 2021
Just like sakura, nanohana, otherwise known as field mustard, signals the start of spring in Fukuoka! Depending on the location, nanohana season runs from February to April in Fuku...
Feb 16, 2021Now Reports
Fukuoka Hina Matsuri Guide 2021
Every year, families across Japan celebrate Hina Matsuri, otherwise known as Girls’ Day or Doll’s Day. This traditional festival, which takes place on Mar. 3, is an occasion to pra...
Feb 9, 2021Now Reports
Who Can Cancel the Olympics?
“We’ll certainly proceed regardless of the new coronavirus,” says the Japanese side.[1] Does this sound reasonable in the current situation? How dare they say “regardless”? Aren’t ...
