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Introducing Hosoda Mamoru's new movie "BELLE" (Ryū to Sobakasu no Hime)! Belle's singing is incredible!
The anime director known for films such as "Summer Wars", Hosoda Mamoru's new movie named "BELLE" (Japanese Title: Ryū to Sobakasu no Hime) was released nationwide on 16th July. There are many incredible scenes, especially the opening when Belle (protagonist) sings the song written by "millennium parade", a band led by Tsuneta Daiki from "King Gnu"!
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"KINGDOM exhibition The Road of SHIN" runs at FUKUOKA ART MUSEUM, celebrating the 15th anniversary of serialization!
Celebrating the 15th anniversary of serialization, "KINGDOM exhibition The Road of SHIN" will be introducing its charm at FUKUOKA ART MUSEUM from 3rd August (Tuesday) to 26th September (Sunday)!
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CyberConnect2's first self-published video game for celebrating the 25th anniversary - "Fuga: Melodies of Steel" - to be released on 29th July (Thu)!
CyberConnect2 is a video game company based in Fukuoka, Japan. Its first self-published video game, a dramatic simulation RPG named "Fuga: Melodies of Steel" will be released on 29th July (Thursday)! Available in 9 languages including English and French♪
- Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Game & e-Sports｜ Hobbies｜
- 2021.07.16
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JoJo's Bizarre "Theme Park" at Canal City Hakata!? "JOJO WORLD in HAKATA" coming soon - from 16th July to 12th Sep♪
"JOJO WORLD in HAKATA" is a limited-time theme park where you can fully enjoy the universe of TV anime "JoJo's Bizarre Adventure", open at Canal City Hakata (Fukuoka City) from 16th July to 12th Sep! There are lots of mini games and attractions that you won't find at other places♪
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We've tried making "Warabimochi (Bracken-starch Dumplings)" - a wagashi that is perfect to cool you down in the summertime!
We've tried making "Warabimochi" - a wagashi that is perfect to cool you down in the summertime! Besides the warabimochi flour that might be hard to find overseas, you just need simple ingredients and it is easy to make. How about having fun at home by making Warabimochi?
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The strongest Ghibli heroine ever!? "Theatrical version Earwig and the Witch" to be released on Friday 27 August!
"Theatrical version Earwig and the Witch" is the first full 3DCG animated film by Studio Ghibli and its release is scheduled on Friday 27 August in Japan! The free-spirited Earwig who won't be disheartened by anything could liven up your day♪
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Recruiting "The Last Scout Regiment" to celebrate the end of manga "ATTACK ON TITAN”! And online exhibition too!
Celebrating the end of the popular manga "ATTACK ON TITAN" that has been published for 12 years, an exclusive website for recruiting "The Last Scout Regiment" is opened! Share your thoughts of "ATTACK ON TITAN" if you wish to join! Also, there's a free online exhibition!
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The souvenir item in the smartphone game "DRAGON QUEST WALK" becomes real!? A limited-edition in collaboration with Fukuoka's confectionery brand - "Slime Niwaka Senpei"!
The popular smartphone game app "DRAGON QUEST WALK" is collaborating with "Niwaka Senpei", a famous Fukuoka's confectionery! The "Niwakana Omen Slime" that appears in the game is coming to the real world as "Slime Niwaka Senpei" and is available for a limited time only! Also, do check out the rare gift!
- Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Game & e-Sports｜ Gourmet｜ sightseeing｜
- 2021.06.25
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The first leading role of Raul (from Snow Man)! The movie "Honey Lemon Soda" to be released on Friday 9th July!
The first leading role of Raul (from Snow Man)! The live-action movie adapted from a popular manga "Honey Lemon Soda" will be released on Friday 9th July! A lighthearted teen romance perfect for summer♪
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"Next Stars Circle vol.5" will be held on 18th July (Sunday)! A chance to meet famous voice artists in Fukuoka♪
"Next Stars Circle vol.5" (a voice actors' event originated in Fukuoka) will be held on 18th July (Sunday) at RESOLA NTT YUME-TENJIN HALL in Fukuoka City. Meet Nagae Rika, Tsuda Minami, and Takahashi Karin - voice cast from "THE IDOLM@STER CINDERELLA GIRLS" (anime/video game) this time!!
- Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Upcoming Events｜ Anime｜ Game & e-Sports｜
- 2021.06.16
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A relaxing cafe "hara harmony coffee" opens at a retro tram that used to run through the city♪
The tram that used to run through Omuta city (Fukuoka, Japan) has been transformed into a cafe named "hara harmony coffee", located at the square in front of Omuta Station west exit! Enjoy your tea time here with the travel vibe accompanied by aromatic coffee and fruit sandwiches♪
- Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Gourmet｜ sightseeing｜ Hot Spot｜
- 2021.06.15
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"Stay" at Uminonakamichi Seaside Park from next spring! Turning into a stylish recreation park with spherical tents!
Next spring, Uminonakamichi Seaside Park (in Fukuoka City) is turning into a stylish recreation park with spherical tents that look like a secret base!
- Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Accommodation｜ sightseeing｜ Hot Spot｜
- 2021.06.10
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A game app for smartphones, "ENGAWADANSHI TO KEMONOTAN" is released! Enoki Junya and Han Megumi for the voice cast!
GANBARION, Fukuoka-based video game company, has released a game app for smartphones named "ENGAWADANSHI TO KEMONOTAN"! While enjoying the country life in a place surrounded by nature, a kind-hearted young man helps to get rid of "kemono (monsters)" which have been a problem to the people! Popular voice actors Enoki Junya and Han Megumi for the voice cast!
- Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Game & e-Sports｜ Hobbies｜
- 2021.06.08
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The popular Thai love story "2gether THE MOVIE", released in Japan on 4th June♪
The Thai rom-com that ranked number one on Twitter world trend, "2gether the series", is made into a movie named "2gether THE MOVIE" and will be released in Japan on 4th June!
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Johnnys' Junior "Bishonen" Ukisho Hidaka's first starring role! "Mune ga Narunoha Kimi no Sei" to be released on Friday 4th June 2021!
Introducing "Mune ga Narunoha Kimi no Sei", a movie that's becoming a hot topic as the Johnnys' Junior "美 少年" (Bishonen), Ukisho Hidaka, has his first starring role in it! How can you resist the "unexpected surprises" that's gonna give you butterflies? To be released nationwide on 4th June, don't miss out!
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2nd part of the final chapter - "RUROUNI KENSHIN: The Beginning" - to be released on Friday 4th June 2021!
Final Chapter Part 2 "RUROUNI KENSHIN: The Beginning" will be released on Friday 4th June 2021! The love story between Kenshin and Tomoe makes you go emotional...!
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The VTuber Miihi Akizuki is born! Sharing information of a Castle Town - Akizuki (Asakura City, Fukuoka)!
Akizuki (Asakura City, Fukuoka) has a beautiful historical cityscape that harmonizes with the nature of the four seasons. Impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, the owner of a long-established teahouse named Kuromonchaya taking initiative, a project has started to introduce the charm of Akizuki and sharing its seasonal information to the people in and outside of Japan through a VTuber, Miihi Akizuki!
- Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ sightseeing｜ Hot Spot｜ videos｜
- 2021.05.24
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The first branches in Kyushu! Introducing strawberry candy store "Strawberry Fetish" and Korean fried chicken store "NENE CHICKEN" at Canal City Hakata♪
Opened last February in Canal City Hakata, Ichigoame (candy-coated strawberry) specialty store "Strawberry Fetish" has reopened and now joined by Korean chicken shop "NENE CHICKEN"! Find out more about these two hot spots!
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New instant cup ramen by classic tonkotsu ramen restaurant "Ichiran"!
One of Fukuoka's popular Tonkotsu Ramen restaurants - Ichiran - released new instant cup ramen "Ichiran Tonkotsu" and has produced over 1 million cups in about two months from its release. Let's check how was our experience after savouring the delicate taste of the hot item♪
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Check out the photogenic shop and desserts! FUTAMIGAURA SHOTEN OYATU-STAND!
Having many great cafe spots in Fukuoka, Itoshima is also where we found a "snack spot" that makes you want to stop by during a drive♪ Check out the photogenic desserts and shop!
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