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<\/a><\/p>\nNOTE: The information presented here was gathered and summarized by Fukuoka Now staff from many sources and then translated. While we have done our best to check for accuracy there is a possible of error and also event details may change. If you notice any errors or changes please contact us. This report was originally published on Oct. 5, 2012 <\/em><\/p>\n ——— \u2022 10\/6 (Sat.) 18:30~ ——— \u2022 10\/6 (Sat.) ——— \u2022 10\/6 (Sat.) EXTRA: Read about the clampdown on dancing in Fukuoka here<\/a>, investigated by Hugh McCafferty in Mar. 2012. <\/em><\/p>\n ——— \u2022 10\/6 (Sat.) 9:30 ~ 18:30, 10\/7 (Sun.) 9:30 ~ 16:00 ——— \u2022 10\/7 (Sun.) 12:00~17:00 ——— \u2022 10\/7 (Sun.) @ Tochoji ——— \u2022 10\/7 (Sun.)~10\/9 (Tue.) Times varies by date. ——— \u2022 10\/8 (Mon.) at Hotel New Otani Looking for something to do over the long weekend? Fukuoka Now has eight great ideas for things to do between Oct. 6~8. There\u2019s something for everyone: ranging from international and traditional Japanese cultural events to cocktail and beer parties, antique markets and even some dancing! Enjoy your well-deserved three days off by getting out and […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6391,"featured_media":29006,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","template":"","categories":[4914],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-76137","guide","type-guide","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-others","location-fukuoka-city","en-US"],"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/guide\/76137","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/guide"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/guide"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/6391"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=76137"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/29006"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=76137"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=76137"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=76137"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
\n1. Tomyo Concert 2012 in Kotokuji<\/strong>
\nThe 750 year old buddhist temple of Kotokuji is illuminated fantastically for this concert. Ethereal sounds of ocarina and piano drift across the grounds, as Fukuoka musician Naoko Wada performs on a candlelit stage. Nearby, a large camphor tree will be illuminated.<\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Kotokuji
\n\u2022 \u00a51,500 (children under 6 not permitted)
\n\u2022 http:\/\/www.hf.rim.or.jp\/~daiji\/karatsu-meinohama\/
\n\u2022 5-23-1 Meinohama, Nishi-ku, Fukuoka
\n\u2022 In case of rain, concert will be held inside
\n\u2022 http:\/\/www.hf.rim.or.jp\/~daiji\/karatsu-meinohama\/ <\/a><\/p>\n
\n2. Nigerian Day Event & After Party<\/strong>
\nThe Nigerian Union Kyushu is celebrating Nigerian Day 2012 with a free cultural event on Oct. 6 (Sat.) from 13:00~16:30 at ACROS Fukuoka. Both educational and entertaining, the event includes a presentation about Nigeria, games and prizes, plus Nigerian-Japanese music and traditional Nigerian drumming\/dancing. And the fun doesn\u2019t stop there! From 17:00~23:00 there will be an after-party at Onsa Live Restaurant and Bar. Entry is FREE and you can enjoy free Nigerian food as you dance to African music beats. Celebrate Nigeria Day 2012 in Fukuoka!<\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Nigerian Day Event 13:00~16:30 @ ACROS Fukuoka 3F (Kokusai Hiroba)
\n\u2022 After-party 17:00~23:00 @ Onsa Live Restaurant and Bar (1-10-29, STAGE 1, 5th Floor, Tenjin\/Daimyo)
\n\u2022 Free
\n\u2022 092-725-9200 (Japanese)
\n\u2022 Inquiries in English call OJ on 080-3188-3183
\n\u2022 https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pages\/Nigerian-Union-Kyushu-Japan\/121626377912510 <\/a><\/p>\n
\n3. No Dance No Life<\/strong>
\nOn Sat., Oct. 6 a dance event will be held at Fukuoka Tower to draw attention to the “no dancing laws” which prevent bars without special licensing to allow dancing. Performers including Fresh Juice, Toshi Jackson, Meyonce, etc. will perform. Signatures will be collected for a petition to amend these laws. The petition site is here: http:\/\/www.letsdance.jp<\/a> and the English language petition is here: http:\/\/www.letsdance.jp\/file\/english-petition.pdf<\/a><\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n
\n\u2022 14:00~18:00
\n\u2022 Fukuoka Tower
\n\u2022 http:\/\/www.letsdance.jp<\/a> <\/p>\n
\n4. Antiquing at \u201cBayside Market\u201d<\/strong>
\nThis stylish, nostalgia-filled antique market is a sister event of the well known \u201cGokoku Shrine Flea Market\u201d. Browse the selection of antique furniture, and vintage goods from the US, UK, France, Germany and Japan. You can also pick fresh vegetables from American old style vegetable carts, check out the marche style shops, and grab a bite to eat at the stalls of Fukuoka\u2019s well-known bakeries and coffee shops. A great day out!<\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Bayside Place Hakata
\n\u2022 Contact : antiquing2012@yahoo.co.jp
\n\u2022 http:\/\/antiquing-event.com<\/a><\/p>\n
\n5. Kyushu Beer Festa<\/strong>
\nBeer lovers prepare\u2013 15 brewers from across Japan come together for the festival\u2019s third annual edition. Grab a glass at the entrance and visit each brewer\u2019s booth to enjoy all-you-can-drink top quality craft beer and tasty appetizers. Buy bottles to take home too! <\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Hakata Riverain 5F Atrium Garden
\n\u2022 Advance: \u00a53,800, Door: \u00a53,300
\n\u2022 092-841-6336
\n\u2022 3-1 Shimokawabata-machi, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka <\/p>\n
\n6. VIVA! Hakata\/Wadaiko Festival in Tochoji<\/strong>
\nImmerse yourself in the rhythms of traditional Japan, as five wadaiko (Japanese drumming) troupes perform at Tochoji temple, known as the oldest power spot in Japan. There\u2019s also balloon animal classes, free caricature, and stalls selling coffee and zenzai (sweetened azuki\/red bean soup). <\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n
\n\u2022 16:00~20:00
\n\u2022 Free
\n\u2022 2-4 Gokusho Machi, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka
\n\u2022 092-282-8189 (Hakata Taihaku-dori Club) <\/p>\n
\n7. Nagasaki Kunchi<\/strong>
\nHeld every Autumn, this three-day festival originated in 1634 when two female performers dedicated a new dance to the Suwa Shrine. The dance, called “Niwasaki-mawari”, is now registered as a national cultural asset and is performed at several spots in town. <\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Suwa Shrine and other 3 venues
\n\u2022 Free
\n\u2022 095-822-0111
\n\u2022 Suwa Shrine: 18-15 Nishiyama-cho, Nagasaki City
\n\u2022 http:\/\/nagasaki-kunchi.com\/ <\/a><\/p>\n
\n8. Cocktail Party in Fukuoka<\/strong>
\nAround 1,000 guests will gather at Hotel New Otani for a high class cocktail party on Monday Oct. 8. The party celebrates the 10th anniversary of \u201cBar Kurayoshi\u201d in Nakasu, owned by Mr. Koji Kurayashi. As an ex-bartender of Hotel New Otani, and currently a special advisor of the Hotel Barman\u2019s Association Japan, Mr. Kurayoshi is certainly experienced in cocktails. There will be around 40 different top quality cocktails available, including creations by this year\u2019s Cocktail Grand Prix winners. The \u00a510,000 ticket price includes all-you-can-drink cocktails and drinks for the evening. Apart from cocktails, there\u2019s wine, sparkling wine and Japanese sake on offer, as well as 27 brands of local and international liquor in the \u201ctesting corner\u201d. Entertainment includes displays of flair bartending, illusion magic and dance shows. Mr. Kurayoshi says \u201cIt\u2019s a rare chance to enjoy the creations of the top bartenders from all over Japan in one place\u201d. <\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Open 16:00~
\n\u2022 \u00a510,000 (limited to 1,000 guests)
\n\u2022 1 Watanabe-dori, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka
\n\u2022 092-283-6626
\n\u2022 http:\/\/www.bar-kurayoshi.com<\/a>
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\nNOTE: The information presented here was gathered and summarized by Fukuoka Now staff from many sources and then translated. While we have done our best to check for accuracy there is a possible of error and also event details may change. If you notice any errors or changes please contact us. This report was originally published on Oct. 5, 2012 <\/em>
\nFull event calendar here<\/a>!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"