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Blackbird

Blackbird, modeled after a spy’s secret lair, opened in February. Situated in an old house, it does not look like a bar from the outside, but once you open the door, you feel like ...

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Nakasu Kawabata Kirin

Despite just opening in August 2019, Nakasu Kawabata Kirin has quickly made a name for itself among the city’s Hakata ramen shops. The menu features three varieties: tonkotsu, soy ...

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Shirouzu Coffee Roaster Kego

Open from morning till midnight, Shirouzu Coffee, on Kego Hondori, is a shop on the vanguard of the local coffee scene that offers coffee roasted in house. The carefully selected b...

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Le Rubis

Le Rubis is a natural wine bistro on Keyaki-dori. Owner-chef Taichi Kiyosue creates the food, while his wife Kae, a sommelier, will help you choose the right wine. The fully a la c...

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Shitto April 2020

Everyone knows Fukuoka has some nice beaches, but hey, there’s rivers too! For just ¥3,000/hour or ¥4,000 for 2 hrs, you can rent a SUP board and cruise the Naka and Hakata rivers ...

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Karatsu – Surf, Sand, and Pines!

Now spring is here, it’s time to get outdoors. Karatsu is nearby and makes for a refreshing day trip. Here’s a few spots we think are well worth checking out. And remember, K...

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Hakata Dolls: Always Changing with the Times

Hakata dolls, one of Fukuoka's traditional handicrafts, are unglazed porcelain figurines characterized by their smooth white skin. The Bijin Mono (“Beautiful Lady”) series of dolls...

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Coronavirus and Absence from Work Law

On February 27, 2020, Prime Minister Shinzo Abe requested schools to close until spring vacation. This decision is causing stress for working parents with young children. I am one ...

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