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Apr 10, 2024 Local News
Fukuoka Mayor Takashima on Ride-Sharing: No Immediate Plans for Introduction
In a press conference on April 8, Mayor Takashima expressed a different perspective from the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism regarding the planned...
Apr 8, 2024 Local News
Elderly Man Arrested for Trespassing in Women’s Restroom at Fukuoka Police HQ
A 77-year-old man claiming to be a cleaner was arrested on April 6th for allegedly trespassing into the women's restroom at the Fukuoka Prefectural Police Headquarters...
Apr 8, 2024 Local News
Kyushu’s Largest Logistics Hub, T-LOGI Fukuoka Island City, Now Open
The "T-LOGI Fukuoka Island City," Kyushu's largest logistics facility, has recently been completed on Fukuoka City's artificial "Island City." Developed jointly by...
Apr 8, 2024 Local News
Fukuoka University Hosts Metaverse Entrance Ceremony 2024
On the 7th, Fukuoka University held a networking event in the metaverse space for new students to familiarize themselves with the charms of the school and Fukuoka. Titled "Fukuoka ...
Apr 3, 2024 Local News
Dentist Nabs Dental Silver in Night Heist at Kyushu University Hospital
A 38-year-old dentist has been arrested for allegedly breaking into Kyushu University Hospital in Higashi Ward, Fukuoka City, and stealing a silver...
Apr 2, 2024 Local News
Manga Artist in Fukuoka Faces 47M Yen Tax Evasion Charges
A manga artist from Fukuoka City, known for their work on popular manga, has been accused by the Fukuoka National Tax Bureau of failing to declare three years' worth of income...
Apr 2, 2024 Local News
New Outlet Proposal for Marinoa City Fukuoka’s Comprehensive Renovation
Mitsui Fudosan is considering the introduction of Mitsui Outlet Park as part of a comprehensive renovation plan for Marinoa City Fukuoka, located in the Nishi Ward of Fukuoka City....
Mar 29, 2024 Local News
Fukuoka City Launches Electric Scooter Sharing Service
In Fukuoka City, a new electric scooter sharing service began on the 27th, following last year's July enforcement of the revised Road Traffic Law which allows individuals over...
Mar 28, 2024 Local News
U.S. Military Personnel Among Three Caught with Cannabis in Tenjin
In a recent incident in Tenjin, the heart of Fukuoka City, three individuals, including a 30-year-old affiliated with the U.S. Military Base in Iwakuni and two Japanese nationals i...
Mar 28, 2024 Local News
Fukuoka Court Supports Stall Succession: A Victory for Family Business
In a landmark ruling, the Fukuoka District Court has mandated the city to approve the inheritance application of a man wishing to continue his father's food stall business in Fukuo...