• 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!

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  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!

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  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!

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  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

• The Japan premiere of "ARASHI Anniversary Tour 5×20 FILM 'Record of Memories'” - Fukuoka screening!

  "ARASHI Anniversary Tour 5×20 FILM 'Record of Memories'" will be released soon! Advanced screenings will take place from 3rd Nov (Wed), with the nationwide release schedule for 26th Nov (Fri)! You wont be able to hold back your tears when you see all five of them on screen! You'll feel like you're at a live show!

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  2021.10.11

• Life-size Gundam at LaLaport Fukuoka! The spring 2022 opening is just round the corner!

  A 20-metre life-size "RX-93ffν GUNDAM" is set to be unveiled at the Mitsui Shopping Park LaLaport Fukuoka which is scheduled to open in spring 2022! This instillation is based on "ν Gundam" who appeared in the movie "Mobile Suit Gundam: Char's Counterattack!" Lot's of people are talking about it! We can't wait to see it!

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

  2021.10.08

• "Fukuoka Overseas Students Association Culture Show 2021" where you can enjoy traditional culture from all over the world via online!

  The event "Fukuoka Overseas Students Association Culture Show 2021", which is organized by international students living in Fukuoka, will be sharing their traditional culture, dances and songs via online on Saturday, October 9th. Feel free to join for a valuable opportunity to experience various cultures from all over the world!

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  2021.10.07

• Real Escape Game "Escape from the Zombie Theme Park at Night" in Kashiikaen with a theme song by BiSH♪

  Protect the zombie paradise from humans! The Real Escape Game "Yoru no Zombie Yuenchi kara no Dasshutsu" (lit.: Escape from the Zombie Theme Park at Night) will be held on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays from the end of October to November at Kashiikaen (Fukuoka City) after the park is closed. The event theme song is the newly written song "co" from BiSH, "a punk band without musical instruments"!
  

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  2021.10.06

• Pokémon on manhole covers!? Discover "Poké Futa" that can only be seen in Kitakyushu City!

  Discover "Poké Futa / Poké Lids" manhole covers which feature the globally popular "Pocket Monsters" characters! Now in Kitakyushu City (Fukuoka Prefecture), there are 5 types of "Poké Lids" that come with images of Aggron and 7 other Pokémon, as well as beautiful landscapes in Kitakyushu City♪

  Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Manga｜ Anime｜ Game & e-Sports｜ sightseeing｜ Hot Spot｜

  2021.09.28