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Nov 5, 2020Now Reports
Our Visit to Arita’s Kakiemon Kiln
Looking for a fun day trip outside of Fukuoka, my partner and I wanted to visit somewhere that wouldn’t usually be on our radar. When the opportunity to visit Arita’s town to exper...
Oct 6, 2020Now Reports
A Tale of Two Local Doctors and Educators: Nanmei Kamei and Osamu Takaba
This month’s article focuses on two doctors and educators from Fukuoka who were active in the Edo and Meiji eras. The first, Nanmei Kamei (1743 - 1814), was born in Meinohama (now ...
Sep 1, 2020Now Reports
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 ...
May 27, 2020Now Reports
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...
Dec 20, 2019Now Reports
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...
Dec 17, 2019Now Reports
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...
Nov 27, 2019Now Reports
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 ...
Aug 7, 2019Now Reports
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...
Mar 20, 2019Now Reports
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...
Feb 27, 2019Now Reports
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...
