Culture Watch (Latest News & Info)https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/jaCheck out these Fukuoka-local soft serve ice cream treats! They're the perfect companion for your foodie adventures, so give them a try!https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/soft_serve_ice_creams.htmlWed, 15 Mar 2023 16:00:00 +0900https://asianbeat.com/files/2023/02/f63f360e5de32a.jpg4 Tea Sweets to Enjoy in Fukuoka! Experience Japanese Culture through Colorful and Slightly Bitter Matcha♪https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/matcha_sweets.htmlTue, 14 Mar 2023 16:00:00 +0900https://asianbeat.com/files/2023/02/f63ed926be8284.jpgSakura (cherry blossom) season is almost in Fukuoka! Introducing beautiful spots to see the beautiful pink scenery! https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/sakura.htmlMon, 13 Mar 2023 16:00:00 +0900https://asianbeat.com/files/2023/02/f63ed926befce8.jpgHappy Valentine's Day♡ Here are some very tasty looking chocolates originating from Fukuoka!https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/valentines_day.htmlWed, 01 Feb 2023 15:00:00 +0900https://asianbeat.com/files/2023/01/f63d1efb73e50e.jpgNew Year's Greetings for 2023!https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/new_year_2023.htmlSun, 01 Jan 2023 10:00:00 +0900https://asianbeat.com/files/2022/12/f63997a99471d3.jpgThe first film adaptation of "TenSura" is out now! "Theatrical version That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime: Scarlet Bond” was released on Friday 25th November 2022!https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/movie_ten_sura.htmlWed, 30 Nov 2022 16:45:00 +0900https://asianbeat.com/files/2022/11/f637493b61a00e.jpgFirst new movie in three years! Director Shinkai Makoto's "Suzume no Tojimari" was released in Japan on November 11th! https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/suzume_no_tojimari.htmlTue, 15 Nov 2022 16:15:00 +0900https://asianbeat.com/files/2022/10/f635f8997871b2.jpgOne of the largest scale fashion festivals - "TOKYO GIRLS COLLECTION (TGC)" returns to Kitakyushu for the first time in three years!https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/tgc_kitakyushu_2022.htmlThu, 13 Oct 2022 16:30:00 +0900]]>https://asianbeat.com/files/2022/09/f631843c975f73.jpgExperience the theatrical version of DETECTIVE CONAN's world! Exhibition "DETECTIVE CONAN THE MOVIE-Ten-Ginmaku no Kaikoroku (Memoir)" is coming to Fukuoka City! https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/conan_ginmaku.htmlTue, 27 Sep 2022 16:30:00 +0900https://asianbeat.com/files/2022/09/f632436bd1da8f.jpgThe Museum Excursion Pass offers cheap entry to cultural facilities all over Kyushu and Okinawa!https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/museum_excursion_pass_2022.htmlWed, 07 Sep 2022 16:45:00 +0900https://asianbeat.com/files/2022/08/f62ec7aecabf54.jpgInterested in seeing what Fukuoka might look like in the future? The movie "TANG," which stars Ninomiya Kazunari, will be released in Japan on Thursday 11th August 2022!https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/tang_movie.htmlFri, 05 Aug 2022 16:15:00 +0900https://asianbeat.com/files/2022/06/f62ac332d3dbe2.jpgVietjet Air launched a new route: Fukuoka-Hanoi! Check out the report about the commemorative event held on Saturday July 2nd.https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/vietjetair_2022.htmlTue, 26 Jul 2022 16:30:00 +0900]]>https://asianbeat.com/files/2022/07/f62ce7cac9b6a4.jpgThe worlds of Kabuki and Hatsune Miku collide! "Cho Kabuki 2022" will be on at Fukuoka City's Hakataza Theater from 4th August to 7th August 2022!https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/chokabuki_2022.htmlWed, 06 Jul 2022 16:30:00 +0900https://asianbeat.com/files/2022/06/f62b952c760a66.jpgThe movie "KINGDOM II: Harukanaru Daichi e" hits Japanese cinemas on 15th July 2022! The sense of scale and dynamism pulsating through the story somehow manages to surpass the first film!https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/kingdom_the_movie2.htmlMon, 04 Jul 2022 16:00:00 +0900https://asianbeat.com/files/2022/06/f62ac0f1cbad6c.jpgAn outpouring of love for Hagaren! The movie "Fullmetal Alchemist: Final Chapter - The Last Transmutation" hits screens on 24th June 2022!https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/hagarenmovie_2022.htmlThu, 23 Jun 2022 16:45:00 +0900https://asianbeat.com/files/2022/06/f62a80a74e81dc.jpgThe movie "xxxHOLiC" will be released on Friday 29th April 2022! Witness the world of CLAMP come to life on the big screen!https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/xxxholic_movie.htmlTue, 12 Apr 2022 16:00:00 +0900https://asianbeat.com/files/2022/03/f623abd0a2f730.jpgThe "KAMEN RIDER 50 YEARS EXHIBITION" opens in Fukuoka on 23rd April and runs until 15th May 2022!https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/kr50th_exhibition.htmlFri, 08 Apr 2022 15:45:00 +0900https://asianbeat.com/files/2022/03/f6225c32f15010.jpgMaetel even appears in the manhole covers!? The heroine of "Galaxy Express 999" is on hand to welcome you at Kitakyushu Airport!https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/kitakyushu_airport.htmlWed, 06 Apr 2022 15:30:00 +0900https://asianbeat.com/files/2022/02/f620b1044c6ff0.jpgA 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!https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/special_exhibition_hokusai.htmlTue, 29 Mar 2022 15:30:00 +0900https://asianbeat.com/files/2022/03/f621d97520f2b8.jpg"'Kimetsu no Yaiba' Matsuri Biyori" will be held simultaneously at three locations in Tokyo, Yokohama, and Fukuoka from 11th March to 15th May 2022!https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/kimetsu_matsuribiyori.htmlWed, 09 Mar 2022 17:15:00 +0900https://asianbeat.com/files/2022/02/f62173c5ebfe93.jpgComing soon! Feature "คิดถึง♡ฟุกุโอกะ - We miss FUKUOKA♡ -" featuring Thai celebrities!https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/we_miss_fukuoka.htmlWed, 02 Mar 2022 13:15:00 +0900https://asianbeat.com/files/2022/02/f621c564c92867.jpgA special retrospective titled "Animage and Ghibli Exhibition" will be held at Fukuoka Asian Art Museum from Friday 8th April 2022!https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/animage_ghibli.htmlTue, 01 Mar 2022 16:00:00 +0900https://asianbeat.com/files/2022/02/f6202030ec6920.jpgLet'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!https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/gundampark.htmlTue, 15 Feb 2022 16:00:00 +0900https://asianbeat.com/files/2022/01/f61f236e86b823.jpgHave 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!https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/jujutsukaisen_jrkyushu.htmlTue, 08 Feb 2022 16:00:00 +0900https://asianbeat.com/files/2022/02/f61fb2127cbdb4.jpg"The Deer King" hits screens on Friday 4th February 2022! The character's physical expressions of emotion are mesmerizing!https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/shikanoou.htmlMon, 07 Feb 2022 16:30:00 +0900Mononoke 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!]]>https://asianbeat.com/files/2022/01/f61e8e78586ad4.jpgNew Year's Greetings for 2022!https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/new_year2022.htmlSat, 01 Jan 2022 10:00:00 +0900https://asianbeat.com/files/2021/12/f61b1a39692a07.jpg"IPPUDO TONKOTSU RAMEN SOUP" - Canned soup from a famous Japanese ramen restaurant chain!https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/IPPUDO_can_tonkotsu_soup.htmlFri, 17 Dec 2021 16:00:00 +0900https://asianbeat.com/files/2021/11/f6199b1dca2e46.jpgThe digital artwork on display at "teamLab Forest Fukuoka" has been reimagined in a winter setting♪https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/teamlab_forest_2021.htmlThu, 09 Dec 2021 16:15:00 +0900https://asianbeat.com/files/2021/11/f6199ce90d7c58.jpgEnjoy lots of fun, cultural activities in Kyushu and Okinawa! Introducing "MUSEUM Excursions Pass"!https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/museum_excursion_pass_2021.htmlMon, 15 Nov 2021 16:00:00 +0900https://asianbeat.com/files/2021/10/f6177c617c01e0.jpg"Kitakyushu Anime Song Piano Live 2021" will be held on November 28th (Sun) in Kitakyushu City♪https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/kitaq_anipi_live.htmlWed, 10 Nov 2021 16:30:00 +0900https://asianbeat.com/files/2021/11/f617f85466eb66.jpgA large-scale idol event "Chikappa-sai 2021" will be held in Fukuoka City on Sunday, December 12th!https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/chicappa_sai.htmlTue, 09 Nov 2021 16:15:00 +0900https://asianbeat.com/files/2021/11/f6180e7d3b37a5.jpg"BLACK BUTLER EXHIBITION -Rich Black-" will be held at Hakata Hankyu Department Store in Fukuoka City from December 7th (Tuesday) to December 19th (Sunday).https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/kuroshitsujiten.htmlMon, 08 Nov 2021 16:30:00 +0900Kuroshitsuji" (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!]]>https://asianbeat.com/files/2021/10/f616fa396eef90.jpg"PUELLA MAGI MADOKA MAGICA 10 (Exhibition)" starting from 23rd of November at Hakata Hankyu!https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/madokaten.htmlTue, 26 Oct 2021 16:15:00 +0900https://asianbeat.com/files/2021/09/f614d86f96a4ad.jpgEnjoy Wild Game (Gibier) cuisine this fall on Nishitetsu's sightseeing train "THE RAIL KITCHEN CHIKUGO"♪https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/railkitchenchikugo_gibier.htmlTue, 19 Oct 2021 16:15:00 +0900]]>https://asianbeat.com/files/2021/10/f616287ae1363c.jpgNew attractions in "NOBOLT"! A mystery solving game held on weekend nights in October!https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/nobolt.htmlMon, 18 Oct 2021 17:00:00 +0900https://asianbeat.com/files/2021/10/f6162b363edc8c.jpgThe Japan premiere of "ARASHI Anniversary Tour 5×20 FILM 'Record of Memories'” - Fukuoka screening!https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/record_of_memories.htmlMon, 11 Oct 2021 16:45:00 +0900https://asianbeat.com/files/2021/09/f6143ddb00a209.jpgLife-size Gundam at LaLaport Fukuoka! The spring 2022 opening is just round the corner!https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/gundam_lalaport_fukuoka.htmlFri, 08 Oct 2021 17:30:00 +0900https://asianbeat.com/files/2021/09/f614420f7d9b80.jpg"Fukuoka Overseas Students Association Culture Show 2021" where you can enjoy traditional culture from all over the world via online!https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/fosa_online_culture_show_2021.htmlThu, 07 Oct 2021 16:15:00 +0900https://asianbeat.com/files/2021/10/f615bc5629838e.jpgReal Escape Game "Escape from the Zombie Theme Park at Night" in Kashiikaen with a theme song by BiSH♪https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/zombie_park.htmlWed, 06 Oct 2021 12:45:00 +0900Yoru 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"!
]]>https://asianbeat.com/files/2021/09/f614abc5e9d983.jpgPokémon on manhole covers!? Discover "Poké Futa" that can only be seen in Kitakyushu City! https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/pokemon_manhole.htmlTue, 28 Sep 2021 16:00:00 +0900https://asianbeat.com/files/2021/09/f613ea174b2e9c.jpgThe mystery solving game event "DIGIMON ADVENTURE: in NAZOTOMO" is running at Hamleys Canal City Hakata!https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/NAZOTOMOcafe_digimon.htmlFri, 03 Sep 2021 16:15:00 +0900https://asianbeat.com/files/2021/08/f6126ec5fbc274.jpgLive-action movie "Kaguya-sama: Love is War - Final" now showing in Japan! The awkward couple are too cute!https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/kaguyasama_movie.htmlThu, 02 Sep 2021 17:15:00 +0900https://asianbeat.com/files/2021/08/f611c93ae2762a.jpgVoice actor supporting event originated in Fukuoka ― "Next Stars Circle vol.6" ― scheduled on 26th September (Sunday)!https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/next_stars_circle_6.htmlThu, 26 Aug 2021 13:45:00 +0900https://asianbeat.com/files/2021/08/f61149099d03a1.jpgA Japanese summer tradition ― eating Somen noodles!https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/somen.htmlFri, 20 Aug 2021 17:00:00 +0900https://asianbeat.com/files/2021/08/f611ca4be2967c.jpg"BEASTARS EXHIBITION" running at Kitakyushu Manga Museum until 29 Aug (Sun)♪ https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/beastars.htmlTue, 03 Aug 2021 13:45:00 +0900https://asianbeat.com/files/2021/07/f60f79b209ec4a.jpgIntroducing Hosoda Mamoru's new movie "BELLE" (Ryū to Sobakasu no Hime)! Belle's singing is incredible!https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/ryu_to_sobakasu_no_hime.htmlMon, 26 Jul 2021 16:15:00 +0900Ryū 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"!
]]>https://asianbeat.com/files/2021/07/f60ee82ab559e7.jpg"KINGDOM exhibition The Road of SHIN" runs at FUKUOKA ART MUSEUM, celebrating the 15th anniversary of serialization! https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/kingdom_exhibit.htmlMon, 19 Jul 2021 16:45:00 +0900https://asianbeat.com/files/2021/05/f60aefeaeeef38.jpgCyberConnect2's first self-published video game for celebrating the 25th anniversary - "Fuga: Melodies of Steel" - to be released on 29th July (Thu)!https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/fuga.htmlFri, 16 Jul 2021 13:00:00 +0900https://asianbeat.com/files/2021/07/f60e8083ca0985.jpgJoJo's Bizarre "Theme Park" at Canal City Hakata!? "JOJO WORLD in HAKATA" coming soon - from 16th July to 12th Sep♪https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/jojo_world.htmlWed, 14 Jul 2021 16:15:00 +0900https://asianbeat.com/files/2021/07/f60e417fdd5ab9.jpgIntroducing "Warabimochi (Bracken-starch Dumplings)" - a wagashi that is perfect to cool you down in the summertime!https://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/warabimochi.htmlThu, 08 Jul 2021 16:15:00 +0900Warabimochi" - 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?]]>https://asianbeat.com/files/2021/07/f60dd3fe1bac54.jpg