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The deep, soothing tones of the Chikuzen Biwa
The Japanese biwa is a type of lute which traces its origins to ancient Persia, and it made its way to Japan from the Silk Road via China. Even today in Arab cultures, a biwa-like ...
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A Neighborhood of Modern Architecture and Public Art
Completed in 1990, Momochi is Fukuoka’s newest neighborhood and it is packed with things to see and do, from beaches and hotels to shopping centers and museums. There are many park...
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Arita — The Origins of Japanese Porcelain
Arita is the birthplace of porcelain in Japan and since the first porcelain was fired in the early 17th century, the town has flourished as the center of porcelain production in Ja...
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Kurume Kasuri – Old Becomes New!
Textiles are an integral part of Japanese history and culture. From ancient times, people have learned to spin yarn out of plants such as hemp, wisteria, kudzu (a Japanese herb), k...
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Interview with Sumi-e Artist Yuki Nishimoto
Yuki Nishimoto, a rising star in the world of sumi-e ink painting, drew in 45,000 visitors for his first solo exhibition in Fukuoka last year. This year, as part of his nationwide ...
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Fukuoka Asian Art Museum – 20th Anniversary Report
Over the last year, the Fukuoka Asian Art Museum (FAAM) has undergone renovations, making it an even greater asset to the city’s museum and art scenes. FAAM is a pioneering and in...
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Fukuoka Art Museum Reopening Exhibition – Report
Finally, after a multi-year long renovation, Fukuoka Art Museum (in Ohori Park) will reopen to the public tomorrow (March 21) and to celebrate they are holding an exhibition of abo...
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Kurume Kasuri – A Textile to Treasure
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...
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Coming of Age Day in Fukuoka, Japan
Coming of Age Day (成人の日 Seijin no Hi) takes place annually on the second Monday of January to celebrate the birthdays of all those who have reached the magical age of twenty (hatac...
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Kurume Kasuri Discovery Tour Report – Nov. 2018
The Kurume Kasuri Discovery Tour, organized by Fukuoka Now in conjunction with local government offices and the Kurume Kasuri Cooperative Association, set out to introduce this tra...
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