Now Reports
- TOP
- Now Reports

Apr 22, 2020Now Reports
Stroll the Boardwalk and Hit the Beach
The area of Momochihama boasts views of three of Fukuoka’s best-known landmarks: Fukuoka Tower, PayPay Dome, and the Hilton Fukuoka Sea Hawk Hotel. Built on reclaimed land created ...

Jan 28, 2020Now Reports
Rediscover the Magic of Goto, a World Heritage Site
At Tetoba, you can catch a glimpse of the new kind of culture that transplants have brought with them to the islands. Stop by for takeout, or stick around to relax and read. If you...

Sep 25, 2019Now Reports
Yanagawa Now!
Anytime of the year is a good time to visit Yanagawa, often referred to as “The Venice of Kyushu”. And while punting down its tranquil canals with a singing boatman is a must, cons...

Mar 27, 2019Now Reports
Kyushu’s Newest Tourist Trains
The saying “it’s not the destination, it’s the journey” is so true, as these new sightseeing trains prove it! Each offers a one-of-a-kind experience, memorable scenery, and fabulou...

Mar 11, 2019Now Reports
Coto Coto Train – A Luxurious Ride Through Fukuoka’s Backcountry
The Heisei Chikuho Railway Company recently announced the launch of the Coto Coto Train, a new sightseeing train beginning service from March 21 to September 29. Eiji Mitooka helpe...

Feb 7, 2019Now Reports
Mr. Grey’s Room – A Perfect Date Destination in Fukuoka
Escape Games Fukuoka opened with just one room back in October 2017, and boy oh boy it was a tricky one! Since then they've added two more rooms including “The Hangover Room” and l...

Nov 7, 2018Now Reports
The Hangover Room Report at Escape Games Fukuoka
Escape Games Fukuoka has been open for one year so a group of us went to try out their recently opened second room ‘Hangover.’ The experience was as the name suggests, like waking ...

Oct 31, 2018Now Reports
Mikan Picking in Itoshima
Certainly one of the sweetest perks about living in Japan is the availability of inexpensive and tasty mikan (unshu mikan 温州蜜柑). Did you know they were once commonly referred to as...

Jul 23, 2018Now Reports
Family Friendly Spots in Fukuoka
Traveling with children brings new experiences, excitement, and the chance to make family memories together. It’s fun, but challenging at the same time (from deciding where to go, ...

Jun 8, 2018Now Reports
Events, experiences and nature in Kitakyushu and Shimonoseki
Although Kitakyushu made a name for itself as Japan’s industrial engine, it is also home to some unique and beautiful parks and landscapes. Head to Hiraodai to marvel at the strang...