Now Reports

Nagata Pan Hakozaki

Just in front of Hakozaki Shrine’s main gate is a cozy bakery called Nagata Pan. Occupying a renovated old house, this place focuses on providing “really delicious bread”. In the s...

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Kikosoba Gen

Great soba requires three things: 1) freshly ground buckwheat flour turned into 2) freshly cut noodles that are 3) served right after they’re cooked. Gen’s Nagahama shop uses 100% ...

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Jan 2016 Fukuoka Now

It’s 2016! Want to celebrate the New Year in true Japanese style? Check out our New Year’s guide (p.13~15) for special events and tips on how to properly pray at a shrine. This mon...

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Tenjin Chikagai: A European-themed Shopping Arcade

Hot or cold, rain or shine, the nice thing about Tenjin is that you can get around by walking through the Chikagai, an underground shopping arcade that opened in 1976. Including a ...

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This Month in Fukuoka – January

Welcome to Fukuoka Now! Since 1998 our team of local experts have been introducing the best of Fukuoka to the world. Enjoy!

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Fukuoka Motor Show 2015 – Photo Report

The 5th Fukuoka Motor Show opened today and wow – what a feast for the eyes! Nine domestic and 25 international manufacturers are showcasing motorcycles and cars with the hot...

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Tempting Timepieces at Tokia, Tenjin

Time may be priceless, but watches certainly aren’t. Finding something you want to wear on your wrist day in, day out can be a tricky and sometimes expensive business. At Tokia, th...

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Kyushu Article and Onsen Contests

The Kyushu Tourism Promotion Organization is running two competitions to spread the love for Kyushu! Kyushu Article Contest Help Kyushu Tourism Promotion Organization promote the i...