Don’t you ever just want to go on a trip somewhere that’s not overrun by tourists – somewhere only true locals know about? That’s exactly the kind of place you can expect of Fukuoka’s “sengyo ichiba” – the Fukuoka Fish Market!
Men, women, and those somewhere in between! Here's what you can expect from the the hive of excitement that is "Anmitsu Hime"!
Yone-chan, aka Yonehara Yasumasa, has recently opened a store in Harajuku, specializing in all things kawaii. If it’s Japanese kawaii culture you’re after, look no further!
In my last report I introduced you to a few of the shops in the newest addition to the Canal City complex, the East Building, but Canal City isn’t only about fashion, it’s also a gourmet wonderland! Allow me to introduce you to a few of my favorite ramen shops and cafés that you can find in Canal City Hakata!
Fukuoka is well known for its local specialty: ramen! A little less well known, however, is “tsukemen.” I had never heard of it before myself – good enough reason for an article I thought!
City info, event info and unique aspects of Fukuoka presented to you by asianbeat's international crew. We want to show you there's more to Fukuoka than just ramen and yatai! "This is Fukuoka" - your guide to Fukuoka with a twist!
From September 12-18 every year, the Hakozaki Shrine in Fukuoka city plays host to the Hojoya festival, one of Fukuoka's three biggest festival events. I attended the opening day of the festival this year and here's what I thought...(read on!)
The Summer Festival that Embodies the ‘Nobosemon’(fierce passion) Spirit of the People of Hakata ・・・Read more.
The Hakata Gion Yamakasa festival runs from July 1-15 every year. In this photo gallery we will provide you with a brief glimpse of what to expect during Yamaksa, from the luxuriously decorated floats to the awesome spectacle that is “Oiyama,” on the 15th and final day of the festival.