• The movie "xxxHOLiC" will be released on Friday 29th April 2022! Witness the world of CLAMP come to life on the big screen!

  The hugely popular "xxxHOLiC" series, which was created by the manga artist group CLAMP, has finally been turned into a live-action film for the first time! The movie "xxxHOLiC" will be released on Friday 29th April 2022!

  Japan｜ Manga｜ Movies｜

  2022.04.12

• The "KAMEN RIDER 50 YEARS EXHIBITION" opens in Fukuoka on 23rd April and runs until 15th May 2022!

  Take a trip down memory lane at the "KAMEN RIDER 50 YEARS EXHIBITION!" The retrospective looks back at the history of the hugely popular "Kamen Rider!" All kinds of items will be on display including recreations of various props that were used in the show, which was first broadcast in 1971. The exhibition will open at JR Kyushu Hall (Fukuoka City) on 23rd April and run until 15th May 2022.

  Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Upcoming Events｜ Media (TV / Magazines)｜ Movies｜

  2022.04.08

• Maetel even appears in the manhole covers!? The heroine of "Galaxy Express 999" is on hand to welcome you at Kitakyushu Airport!

  Maetel from the science fiction manga/anime "Galaxy Express 999" is on hand to welcome visitors to Kitakyushu Airport (Fukuoka Prefecture)! There's no doubt that Maetel's smile will make your trip even more memorable!

  Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Manga｜ Anime｜ sightseeing｜ Hot Spot｜

  2022.04.06

• A special exhibition called "HOKUSAI" will be held at the Kyushu National Museum from Saturday 16th April 2022! Some of the pieces will be on display for the first time ever!

  A special exhibition called "HOKUSAI" will be held at the Kyushu National Museum from Saturday 16th April to Sunday 12th June 2022. The exhibition features work by Katsushika Hokusai, the world-famous Edo period artist who is known for his stunning ukiyo-e prints and the "Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji." This promises to be a wonderful opportunity for the public to get a closer look at some of his most treasured artwork, including the series titled "Nisshin Joma zu!"

  Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Upcoming Events｜ sightseeing｜ Art｜

  2022.03.29

• "'Kimetsu no Yaiba' Matsuri Biyori" will be held simultaneously at three locations in Tokyo, Yokohama, and Fukuoka from 11th March to 15th May 2022!

  "'Kimetsu no Yaiba' Matsuri Biyori" will be held at Canal City OPA from 11th March to 15th May 2022! Visitors can expect to find all kinds festival-style mini-games and products at this collaborative event between TV anime "Kimetsu no Yaiba" and NAMJATOWN!

  Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Manga｜ Anime｜ Collaboration items｜

  2022.03.09

• Coming soon! Feature "คิดถึง♡ฟุกุโอกะ - We miss FUKUOKA♡ -" featuring Thai celebrities!

  Interested in learning more about Fukuoka? Or do you feel an urge to re-visit the area? These are the kinds of topics we will be covering in our new "คิดถึง♡ฟุกุโอกะ - We miss FUKUOKA♡ -" series! Popular Thai celebrities who have visited Fukuoka will be sharing their experiences in this special feature, which will be coming out in March 2022! Be sure to keep an eye on the asianbeat website to find out more!

  Japan｜ Thailand ｜ Fukuoka｜ Experiences & workshops｜ Gourmet｜ Talent/Idol｜ sightseeing｜ videos｜

  2022.03.02

• A special retrospective titled "Animage and Ghibli Exhibition" will be held at Fukuoka Asian Art Museum from Friday 8th April 2022!

  A special retrospective titled "Animage and Ghibli Exhibition" will be held at Fukuoka Asian Art Museum (Fukuoka City) from Friday 8th April 2022! This highly anticipated exhibition aims to trace the history of Studio Ghibli! The outfit worn by the wind rider from "Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind" during her travels through the Sea of ​​Decay will be on display alongside various other items!

  Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Upcoming Events｜ Anime｜ sightseeing｜ Art｜

  2022.03.01

• Let's take a sneak peek at "GUNDAM PARK FUKUOKA!" Immerse yourself in the world of GUNDAM! The facility will have three separate sections to explore! Get ready... It is set to open in April 2022!

  "GUNDAM PARK FUKUOKA" is scheduled to open this April on the premises of the "Mitsui Shopping Park LaLaport FUKUOKA" complex! Details about the GUNDAM facility have finally been revealed! It will comprise of three areas... shopping, sports activities, and an amusement arcade. We can't wait for it to open!

  Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Anime｜ sightseeing｜ Hot Spot｜

  2022.02.15

• Have you seen the JR Kyushu trains that feature "Jujutsu Kaisen" characters on their exterior? The vehicles will be in operation until the end of February 2022!

  JR Kyushu are operating some trains in the local region that feature characters from the hugely popular anime "Jujutsu Kaisen" on the exterior of their carriages. Gojo Satoru, Okkotsu Yuta, Itadori Yuji, and other key characters have been incorporated into the dynamic designs!

  Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Upcoming Events｜ Experiences & workshops｜ Manga｜ Anime｜ Trends｜ Movies｜ Collaboration items｜

  2022.02.08

• "The Deer King" hits screens on Friday 4th February 2022! The character's physical expressions of emotion are mesmerizing!

  The animation director behind "Mononoke Hime (Princess Mononoke)" and "Kimi no Na wa. (your name.)" is back with a new film but in a different role! Ando Masashi makes his directorial debut with "The Deer King," which hits Japanese cinemas on 4th February 2022!

  Japan｜ Anime｜ Movies｜

  2022.02.07

• New Year's Greetings for 2022!

  Happy New Year! Thank you for all your support throughout 2021 and we look forward to keeping you informed and entertained in 2022!

  Fukuoka｜

  2022.01.01

• "IPPUDO TONKOTSU RAMEN SOUP" - Canned soup from a famous Japanese ramen restaurant chain!

  The "IPPUDO" ramen soup is now available in vending machines!? "IPPUDO" is a chain of ramen restaurants that originated in Fukuoka and is now popular all over Japan! Have you heard of "IPPUDO TONKOTSU RAMEN SOUP?" This new product gives the public the chance to enjoy canned rich tonkotsu (pork bone) soup produced by a much-loved ramen establishment!

  Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Gourmet｜ Trends｜

  2021.12.17

• The digital artwork on display at "teamLab Forest Fukuoka" has been reimagined in a winter setting♪

  Exciting news from "teamLab Forest Fukuoka - SBI SECURITIES Co., Ltd." (Fukuoka City)! This permanent exhibition space, which is managed by the world-renowned art collective "teamLab," is exhibiting seasonal installations for a limited period!

  Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Upcoming Events｜ Experiences & workshops｜ sightseeing｜ Hot Spot｜ Art｜

  2021.12.09

• Enjoy lots of fun, cultural activities in Kyushu and Okinawa! Introducing "MUSEUM Excursions Pass"!

  Do you know the "MUSEUM Excursions Pass", a pass with special coupons that can be used at art galleries and museums? In addition to the basic information on 188 cultural facilities in Fukuoka, Kyushu, Okinawa, and Yamaguchi prefectures, there are lots of great deals introduced♪ Do check it out before you go out♪

  Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Experiences & workshops｜ sightseeing｜ Hot Spot｜ Art｜

  2021.11.15

• "Kitakyushu Anime Song Piano Live 2021" will be held on November 28th (Sun) in Kitakyushu City♪

  "Kitakyushu Anime Song Piano Live 2021" will be held on November 28th (Sun) in Kitakyushu City (Fukuoka Prefecture), which is promoting its city as a "manga and anime city"! Featuring four artists including Animenz, the popular pianist YouTuber and Matsui Sakiko, who is a former AKB48 member and is also active as a pianist♪

  Japan｜ Upcoming Events｜ Music｜ Talent/Idol｜ J-POP｜

  2021.11.10

• A large-scale idol event "Chikappa-sai 2021" will be held in Fukuoka City on Sunday, December 12th!

  A large-scale idol event "Chikappa-sai 2021" will be held on December 12th (Sun) at MARINE MESSE FUKUOKA Hall B in Fukuoka City♪ Check out the grand gathering of the 12 idol groups!

  Japan｜ Upcoming Events｜ Music｜ Talent/Idol｜ J-POP｜

  2021.11.09

• "BLACK BUTLER EXHIBITION -Rich Black-" will be held at Hakata Hankyu Department Store in Fukuoka City from December 7th (Tuesday) to December 19th (Sunday).

  "BLACK BUTLER EXHIBITION -Rich Black-" will be held to celebrate the 15th anniversary of the popular manga "Kuroshitsuji" (BLACK BUTLER) from December 7th (Tuesday) to December 19th (Sunday) at Hakata Hankyu Department Store in Fukuoka City. Many hand-drawn illustrations by manga artist Toboso Yana, raw manuscripts of famous scenes and more will be displayed! Can't wait for the exhibition!

  Japan｜ Upcoming Events｜ Experiences & workshops｜ Manga｜ Anime｜

  2021.11.08

• "PUELLA MAGI MADOKA MAGICA 10 (Exhibition)" starting from 23rd of November at Hakata Hankyu!

  "PUELLA MAGI MADOKA MAGICA 10 (Exhibition)" an exhibition celebrating the 10th anniversary of the popular TV anime "PUELLA MAGI MADOKA MAGICA" will start on 23rd of November (Tuesday, public holiday) at the Hakata Hankyu Department store (Fukuoka City). Let's dive into the world of "Madoka" where the famous scene is reproduced by valuable materials and spatial presentation!

  Japan｜ Upcoming Events｜ Experiences & workshops｜ Anime｜

  2021.10.26

• Enjoy Wild Game (Gibier) cuisine this fall on Nishitetsu's sightseeing train "THE RAIL KITCHEN CHIKUGO"♪

  Enjoy the finest Wild Game (Gibier) cuisine this fall on the sightseeing train "THE RAIL KITCHEN CHIKUGO" operated by Nishi-Nippon Railroad♪ Why not enjoy wild wame cuisine on the train with the view of the train window?
  

  Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Upcoming Events｜ Experiences & workshops｜ Gourmet｜ sightseeing｜

  2021.10.19

• New attractions in "NOBOLT"! A mystery solving game held on weekend nights in October!

  Introducing two new attractions at one of Japan's largest indoor athletic facilities, "NOBOLT", which celebrated its 2nd anniversary this year! A limited-time mystery solving game will be held on weekend nights in October! Becoming a more fun sports & entertainment spot!

  Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Upcoming Events｜ Experiences & workshops｜ Game & e-Sports｜ sightseeing｜ Hot Spot｜

  2021.10.18