The asianbeat FUKUOKA, JAPAN prize went to 哈雷大叔 (Harley Liao) from Taiwan. The award-winning work was a piece called "Nori-Machigai" (lit. Wrong Ride).

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After receiving the asianbeat FUKUOKA,JAPAN award, 哈雷大叔 (Harley Liao) shared his excitement at travelling to Japan. He said, "This is the first chance I've had to come to Japan. I am really looking forward to going out tonight and eating some Kitakyushu-style ramen." He also spoke about his motivation to enter the competition again, he told the audience "I want apply again. Next year I will be aiming for the grand prize!"

哈雷大叔 (Harley Liao)
The asianbeat FUKUOKA, JAPAN Award winner also got their hands on a special prize - a free round trip air ticket to Fukuoka! We will be featuring a report covering his trip on the asianbeat site. Make sure to check-it-out once it's posted!