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Shudan Yamamise – Expanding Yamakasa’s Appeal

The Shudan Yamamise (Group Festival Float Display), which starts every year at 3:30 pm on July 13, is the only event in which the floats for the Hakata Gion Yamakasa festival are m...

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Samuel Wanjiru

Strolling through Tenjin wearing a polo shirt, jeans and a cap, no one would know that this young man is one of the fastest running humans – ever.

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Udon Kimura

Most udon (wheat-based noodle) shops cater to those on the run, looking for fuel for their busy days. The vibe here, however, is much more mellow.

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“Kirei-na” Keyaki-dori

Which is Fukuoka's most beautiful street? If local residents were asked that question, more than half would likely answer Keyaki-dori in Akasaka.

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Japanese Summer Sweets

Summer is almost here and so our search for chill food begins. This month we asked two exchange students from Iceland, Hjördís Birna Hjartardóttir and Fanney Frímannsdóttir to tast...

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Valentina Leila

Valentina is a professional instructor of Arabian dance, and her performances literally light up the room!

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Kyushu Castle Cruising

Fukuoka Now's Guide to Four Fine Fortresses in Kyushu.

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Fukuoka Castle – Behind The Walls

Fukuoka residents don’t think twice about it, but there are actually two names for Fukuoka City. The locals don’t seem to make a clear distinction between the names Fukuoka and Hak...

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