• Let’s all support! The Rugby World Cup™ 2019 Japan is less than a year!

  Rugby World Cup™ 2019 Japan is less than a year and it will be held in from September 20th - November 2nd! There are various rugby related events happening all throughout the region. Lets all come together to liven up the tournament!

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  2018.10.18

• "FULLMETAL ALCHEMIST EXHIBITION" at the Kitakyushu Manga Museum!

  The action-packed world depicted in "FULLMETAL ALCHEMIST" is filled with charming characters and evocative storylines! Various aspects of the universe featured in this popular title will go on display at the Kitakyushu Manga Museum from 13th October!

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  2018.10.09

• Special Exhibition "Detective Conan: Scientific Investigation" starts on 17th November!

  The special exhibition "Detective Conan: Scientific Investigation" will be held at the Fukuoka City Museum from Saturday 17th November 2018 to Monday 14th January 2019! The content will be inspired by the world depicted in the Detective Conan series!

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  2018.09.26

• This year's "Tonkotsu Ramen Campaign" is now underway!

  The "Tonkotsu Ramen Campaign" is back! This initiative aims to promote Fukuoka overseas! Participants will be in with a chance of a five-day four-night trip to Fukuoka as well as a range of local products!

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  2018.09.14

• "The Creators - a festival featuring experiential cutting-edge entertainment" is taking place on September 22nd and 23rd! Check-it-out!

  Don't miss "The Creators - a festival featuring experiential cutting-edge entertainment!" This interactive event is taking place on September 22nd and 23rd at the Fureai Hiroba, which is located to the west of the Fukuoka City Hall! Enjoy special events and free-admission across both days!

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  2018.09.13

• Enjoy a weekend of curry! The 6th ASIAN CURRY PICNIC is just round the corner!

  Big news for curry fans! The annual "ASIAN CURRY PICNIC" will take place at BAYSIDE PLACE HAKATA from 15th to 17th September! Well-known restaurants selling food from all over the world will be participating. Visitors can enjoy delicious curry from any food stand that catches their eye!

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  2018.09.11

• A "festival of music" in Fukuoka this September! Make the most of "Fukuoka Music Month!"

  This year marks the fifth "Fukuoka Music Month!" Stages will be set up across Fukuoka every weekend throughout the month of September! The entire city will be filled with music during this period!

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  2018.09.10

• Sweet yet spicy! Check-out this new "Mentaiko Milk Flavor" ice cream!

  I got the chance to sample a unique "mentaiko" flavored ice cream! It has been on my radar ever since it was released last year! Make sure to keep reading if you're interested to find-out what it tastes like!

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  2018.09.07

• The "Kurume Festival in Tenjin 2018" will be held on Sunday 2nd September!

  Experience the food and culture of Kurume! The "Kurume Festival in Tenjin 2018" will be held on Sunday 2nd September!

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  2018.08.28

• Visit museums throughout Kyushu and Okinawa with "Museum Excursion Pass!" This year's coupons are valid for longer and can be used at even more facilities!

  The "Museum Excursion Pass" is back! This booklet offers the public all kinds of great discounts at various cultural facilities throughout Kyushu and Okinawa! This year's coupons are valid for longer and can be used at even more facilities!

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  2018.08.10

• The "Shinkai Makoto Exhibition - From 'The Voices of a Distant Star' to 'your name.'" is now on at the Kitakyushu Manga Museum!

  An exhibition of original paintings, writing, theme songs, and images connected to anime director Makoto Shinkai is currently taking place at the Kitakyushu Manga Museum!

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  2018.08.09

• Katsuya Terada's first solo exhibition in Kyushu! The manga artist/illustrator has been gaining attention both at home and abroad!

  The manga artist/illustrator Katsuya Terada's first solo exhibition in Kyushu will be held in the "Centro Italiano di Fukuoka" from 25 August to 2 September! A talk and live drawing event will take place on the first day! Make sure to stop-by!

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  2018.08.03

• [Prize giveaway!] "Ramugi Baby-Star (Kyushu limited edition tonkotsu ramen flavor)"... Made with 100% ramugi!

  Make sure to check-out "Baby-Star (Kyushu limited edition tonkotsu ramen flavor)!" This special limited edition Kyushu snack is made with 100% ramugi, a special type of wheat that was developed in Fukuoka Prefecture specifically for ramen!

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  2018.06.29

• The second MCPO AWARD 2018’s public screening and awarding ceremony will be held on July 1st (SUN)!!

  Gathering manga and illustrations from all over the world, the MCPO AWARD 2018’s public screening and awarding ceremony will be held at a the Fukuoka city science museum on Sunday July 1st. Free admission! Definitely come and see these works from all around the world!

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  2018.06.12

• "Fukuoka-ken Sumimasu Geinin" Masaru and Yoshimoto Kogyo Company group members paid a visit to Prefectural Governor Ogawa!

  "Fukuoka-ken Sumimasu Geinin" (lit. Comedian living in Fukuoka Pref.) Masaru and Yoshimoto Kogyo Company group members paid a visit to Prefectural Governor Ogawa!

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  2018.05.15

• Main cast members from "Theatrical Version: KAMEN RIDER BUILD" descended on Fukuoka! A large-scale shoot took place on the streets of Kitakyushu City!

  A large-scale filming session for "Theatrical Version: KAMEN RIDER BUILD" took place in Kokura, (Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka, Japan) on 12th May! Around 3,000 extras (mainly Kitakyushu citizens) participated in the outdoor shoot! Huge cheers broke out as soon as the cast made an appearance!

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  2018.05.13

• Prolific Thai influencer Meow come to Fukuoka! Reporting around Fukuoka city area & the Asakura city Akizuki area!

  Meow famously known for “Kimochiii in Japan” a program that introduces Japan in Thailand comes to Fukuoka! She went to the "Fukuoka Asia Collection," Kyushu's one of the biggest fashion shows & popular spots in Fukuoka city and a castle town in Akizuki, Asakura city!
  

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  2018.04.11

• 木原敏江 Toshie Kihara - Queen of Elegance - Exhibition held at the Kitakyushu Manga Museum!

  The Kitakyushu Manga Museum is hosting a "Toshie Kihara Exhibition" to celebrate the publication of the Bungei magazine's separate volume: "Toshie Kihara - Queen of Elegance" that features her paintings and its glamour!

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  2018.04.06

• Canal City Hakata “La Festa” has re-opened! Sweets, Japanese products, character goods, and much more!

  Located on the first-floor basement of the commercial facility Canal City Hakata, "La Festa" recently re-opened after undergoing a refurbishment! The shop offers an incredibly wide range of cool stock! We stopped by for a private viewing to find-out more about the newly renovated store!

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  2018.03.20

• "Chicken Festival 2018!" Enjoy chicken dishes from all over Kyushu!

  Get your fill of chicken at this three day festival! Enjoy delicious food in a party atmosphere from March 23rd to 25th!

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  2018.03.09