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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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It's finally come to an end! "RUROUNI KENSHIN: The Final" is going to release on 23 April (Fri)!
The "Rurouni Kenshin" film series has its first movie released 10 years ago. The release of final movie (consists of 2 parts) in 2021 has been confirmed, the first part will be in cinemas on 23 April (Friday)! This time, we are going to share the preview of "RUROUNI KENSHIN: THE FINAL"!
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The latest "Detective Conan" movie will be released simultaneously in 22 countries and regions around the world on 16 April (Friday)!
Detective Conan is a manga and anime series that has accumulated numerous fans across the world. The latest movie "Detective Conan: The Scarlet Bullet" will be released simultaneously in 22 countries and regions around the world on 16 April (Friday), and we are here to share our thoughts after the preview!
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The multilingual webpage of "Chikugo Tourist Information Center" that introduces Chikugo area, has reopened on 31 March (Wednesday)!
The multilingual website "Chikugo Tourist Information Center" that introduces Chikugo area, Fukuoka Prefecture, has reopened on 31 March! In addition to 120 new information about sightseeing spots, you can now search by category or place!
- Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ sightseeing｜ Hot Spot｜
- 2021.04.08
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"TAKAHATA ISAO: A LEGEND IN JAPANESE ANIMATION" exhibition will take place at Fukuoka Art Museum from 29 April to 18 July 2021♪
A retrospective exhibition that gained popularity in Tokyo and other places is coming to Fukuoka! "TAKAHATA ISAO: A LEGEND IN JAPANESE ANIMATION" will be the first retrospective exhibition by Takahata Isao, the director who created "The Tale of The Princess Kaguya" and "Grave of the Fireflies", that will take place at Fukuoka Art Museum from 29 April to 18 July♪
- Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Upcoming Events｜ Anime｜ sightseeing｜ Art｜
- 2021.04.06
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LASPARK RESORT is now open! An integrated resort in Itoshima that provides wonderful lunch, cafes, glamping sites and other excitements!
The blue sea is just in front of you! LASPARK RESORT, an integrated resort that provides you a comfortable and sophisticated outdoor experience, will have its grand opening on 31 March (Wed)♪ Visit LAS CAFE for lunch or tea time if you would like to try local specialties of Itoshima!
- Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Accommodation｜ Gourmet｜ Hot Spot｜
- 2021.03.29
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Solo exhibition of illustrator COTOH TSUMI will be held in Fukuoka City! Theme song for this exhibition was created by Tabuchi Hisako from "NUMBER GIRL"!!
Solo exhibition of COTOH TSUMI, a well-known illustrator who has created key-visuals for music unit "YOASOBI", will be held in FUKUOKA PARCO from 27th March to 12th April 2021! Theme song for this exhibition was createdd by Tabuchi Hisako from "NUMBER GIRL"!!
- Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Upcoming Events｜ Experiences & workshops｜ Music｜ Art｜
- 2021.03.16
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"MONSTER HUNTER" Movie: A live-action film produced by Hollywood based on popular Japanese video game! To be released in Japan on 26 March!
It's a must to see the powerful creatures and cool effects that make you feel so real! The movie adaption of a world-famous game series "MONSTER HUNTER" will be released in Japan soon on Friday 26 March!
- Japan｜ Game & e-Sports｜ Movies｜
- 2021.03.12
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[niconico Live cancelled] Kitakyushu City x niconico Live: "KitaQ Festival 2021" ― held online in late March♪
The "KitaQ Festival" that introduces the appeal of Kitakyushu City (Fukuoka Prefecture) will be held online this year on 25 and 26 March (Thu & Fri)! Who you will see at the event are Kaneko Yuki (voice actor), Oda Ayaka and other HKT48 members, as well as the VTuber Siro♪
- Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Upcoming Events｜ Game & e-Sports｜
- 2021.03.02
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No one can lose ー KINGDOM series in "Minna no Kuji"♪
Starting from 27 Feb (Sat), "Minna no Kuji KINGDOM" will be available at hobby shops and bookshops all over Japan! You will surely "win" official merchandise such as keychains with famous quotes and blankets inspired by the flag of Hishintai, which is led by protagonist, Shin!
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The first documentary film of the anisong unit / band JAM Project! To be released only for 2 weeks from 26 Feb (Fri)!
2020 was the 20th anniversary of the anisong (anime song) band, JAM Project's formation, and their first documentary film will be released on 26 Feb (Fri) only for 2 weeks in Japan! Check out this legendary anisong band's story of the 460 days!
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Get the seasonal "Big Tirol (Hinamatsuri)" & "Sakuramochi" to boost your spring mood♪
The popular "Big Tirol (Hinamatsuri)" & "Sakuramochi (bag)" that come with cute illustration and seasonal flavour is back as seasonal items this year! Set up a "Hinadan" by the packaging of "Big Tirol (Hinamatsuri)"! It's fun to just look at this item♪
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A new community-based esports competition involving Kyushu areas ― "Q1 Super Tournament" is coming soon! The first online tournament's game title is "Brawl Stars"!
With the aim of popularizing e-sports, the Fukuoka e-sports Association is going to held a new community-based esports competition involving Kyushu areas, "Q1 Super Tournament"♪ The first online tournament's game title is "Brawl Stars"! Sign up and play your best to become the strongest in Kyushu!
- Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Upcoming Events｜ Game & e-Sports｜
- 2021.02.12
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New original anime "New Prince of Tennis HYŌTEI vs RIKKAI Game of Future" pop-up shop opening at HAKATA MARUI!
Celebrating the airing, a "New Prince of Tennis HYŌTEI vs RIKKAI Game of Future POP UP SHOP@ OIOI ～Dash & Work experience～" is scheduled to be launched at HAKATA MARUI from 12 Feb (Fri) to 21 Feb (Sun)! Check out the character-themed items!
- Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Upcoming Events｜ Manga｜ Anime｜
- 2021.02.09
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BEL AMER (chocolate specialty store) is introducing 50 sets of chocolate and lovely vessels from all over Japan!
BEL AMER (chocolate specialty store) is introducing 50 sets of chocolate and lovely Japanese traditional vessels from all over Japan! Check to find out more about the Aganoyaki and Palet Chocolat "Fukuoka Amaou" set that represents Fukuoka!
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The "HAIKYU!!" stage play is finally coming to an end ― 23 & 24 April (Fri & Sat) at Kitakyushu Soleil Hall!
The stage play of the popular volleyball manga "HAIKYU!!" has finally reached its climax! "HYPER PROJECTION ENGEKI "HAIKYU!!": The View from the Summit 2" Fukuoka showtime scheduled on 23 & 24 April (Fri & Sat), at Kitakyushu Soleil Hall!
- Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Upcoming Events｜ Manga｜ Anime｜
- 2021.02.04
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