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EVENT SNAPS
In this corner, we'd like to show you just what some of these events are about through our photo reports. Please enjoy!
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BATTEN GIRLS 7th Anniversary Live Show - Special Report
BATTEN GIRLS 7th Anniversary Live Show was held in Fukuoka City in July 2022! The group delivered a fabulous Japanese-style performance and sang some of their most popular dance tracks. The audience was blown away by the group's dynamic live show!
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Hakata Gion Yamakasa 2022 Kazariyamakasa / Kakiyamakasa Photo Report
Hakata Gion Yamakasa is finally here! The start of this much loved festival is a sign that Summer has arrived in the streets of Hakata! On July 1st, Kazari-yamakasa floats appeared at 13 locations around Fukuoka City. This Summer, Kaki-yamakasa floats will be carried around the city for the first time in three years! Check out our photo report to find out more about these two types of floats, which Hakata ningyo (doll) manufacturers carefully help create!
- Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Event Reports｜ sightseeing｜ Hot Spot｜ Art｜
- 2022.07.12
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Yamada Ryosuke visited Fukuoka to attend a screening of "Hagane no Renkinjutsushi: Kanketsu-hen - Saigo no Rensei (Fullmetal Alchemist: Final Chapter - The Last Transmutation)"!
An early screening of "Hagane no Renkinjutsushi: Kanketsu-hen - Saigo no Rensei (Fullmetal Alchemist: Final Chapter - The Last Transmutation)" took place in Fukuoka City on Sunday 29th May 2022. Yamada Ryosuke (Hey! Say! JUMP), who plays the main character Edward Elric, appeared on stage at the event to speak with the audience! Read on to find out what happened!
- Fukuoka｜ Manga｜ Anime｜ Event Reports｜ Movies｜
- 2022.06.07
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"Special Exhibition Kaguya-sama: Love Is War" is currently taking place in Fukuoka City and runs until Sunday 5th June 2022!
"Special Exhibition Kaguya-sama: Love Is War" is taking place at JR Kyushu Hall in Fukuoka City and runs until 5th June 2022! Storyboards and special images that have not been shown in public until now are on display! A number of spots that aim to replicate the world of Kaguya-sama have been set up so that visitors can take photographs!
- Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Upcoming Events｜ Manga｜ Anime｜ Event Reports｜
- 2022.05.30
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"Chuang 2021" show's former trainee, Fukuoka-native Harabe Ryo (Bling Bling) visits Dazaifu!
Harabe Ryo, also known as "Bling Bling", is a former trainee/contestant of the popular idol audition program "Chuang 2021" (Produce Camp 2021). He originally is from Fukuoka and also currently lives there. We accompanied him while he explored the Dazaifu area: Homangu Kamado Shrine, which is famous for marriage and matchmaking and the Oniyaki Kawara Soba noodle restaurant KAGURA, which is famous for the unusual, colorful Kawara-soba dish. How did Ryo enjoy his Dazaifu tour? Check out our video and find out!
- Japan｜ China｜ Fukuoka｜ Experiences & workshops｜ Music｜ Gourmet｜ sightseeing｜ Hot Spot｜ videos｜
- 2022.05.27
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The "Animage and Ghibli Exhibition" is currently taking place in Fukuoka City! Shimamoto Sumi, who voiced-over the iconic character Nausicaä, made a special appearance!
The Animage and Ghibli Exhibition is currently taking place in Fukuoka City. The retrospective will be on display at the Fukuoka Asian Art Museum until Sunday 10th July 2022. The voice artist Shimamoto Sumi, who played the character of Nausicaä, made an appearance at a special private viewing for media outlets!
- Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Upcoming Events｜ Manga｜ Anime｜ Event Reports｜ sightseeing｜ Art｜ Movies｜
- 2022.05.12
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"'Kimetsu no Yaiba' Matsuri Biyori" is taking place in Fukuoka City and runs until 15th May 2022!
TV anime "Kimetsu no Yaiba" and "NAMJATOWN" have collaborated on a big event that is taking place at Canal City OPA (Fukuoka City) right now! "'Kimetsu no Yaiba' Matsuri Biyori" gives visitors the chance to play games, get original prizes, and merchandises in a festival atmosphere!
- Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Upcoming Events｜ Manga｜ Anime｜ Event Reports｜ sightseeing｜ Hot Spot｜
- 2022.03.28
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Celebrating Cinnamoroll's 20th anniversary - The "Fuwa-Fuwa Cinnamoroll Exhibition" is now open in Fukuoka City and runs until 10th April 2022!
This year marks Cinnamoroll's 20th anniversary! A delightful fuwa-fuwa (fluffy) exhibition is taking place at "BOSS E・ZO FUKUOKA" (Fukuoka city) to celebrate the milestone! This is a great chance to learn more about Cinnamoroll's development and see some incredible original drawings of the character! Don't miss the chance to enter Cinnamoroll's fuwa-fuwa world this Spring!
- Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Upcoming Events｜ Gourmet｜ Event Reports｜ Hot Spot｜ Hobbies｜
- 2022.03.22
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LinQ - Live Performance at "Chicappa-sai 2021" - Report
LinQ performed at "Chicappa-sai 2021" in Fukuoka City. The event took place in December 2021 and provided the idol group with an opportunity to showcase their new song and costumes! The audience was super excited to see LinQ perform live in their hometown!
- Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Music｜ Talent/Idol｜ J-POP｜
- 2022.02.09
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"Vietnam-Fukuoka History and Cultural Exchange Exhibition" & "Vietnamese New Year in Fukuoka 2022" Event Report!
Cross-cultural exchange events "Vietnamese New Year in Fukuoka 2022" (Jan 15th-16th) and "Vietnam-Fukuoka History and Cultural Exchange Exhibition"(Jan 15th-21st) took place at Kyushu Geibun-kan in Chikugo City, Fukuoka Prefecture. Check-out our report to find-out what happened during the events!
- Japan｜ Vietnam｜ Fukuoka｜ Experiences & workshops｜ Gourmet｜ Event Reports｜ sightseeing｜
- 2022.02.08
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BATTEN GIRLS - Live Performance at "Chicappa-sai 2021" - Report
BATTEN GIRLS performed live at the "Chicappa-sai 2021" music event, which was held in Fukuoka City on December 12th 2021. The idol group have been making big strides in the industry since their super catchy dance track "OiSa" became a big hit! Their dynamic performance at the show captivated the entire venue!
- Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Music｜ Talent/Idol｜ J-POP｜
- 2022.02.02
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≠ME - Live Performance at "Chicappa-sai 2021" - Report
The idol group "≠ME" made an appearance at the "Chicappa-sai 2021" music event, which was held in Fukuoka City on Sunday 12th December 2021. The group delivered an energetic, up-tempo six-song set. The audience was blown away by their breathtaking performance!
- Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Music｜ Event Reports｜ Talent/Idol｜ J-POP｜
- 2022.01.31
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A new full-scale ν Gundam statue was finally unveiled in Fukuoka! Report from the "Head Installation Ceremony"!
The press were invited to view a new full-scale ν Gundam statue during a special event, "Head Installation Ceremony", which took place at LaLaport Fukuoka on 22nd December (*Scheduled to open in spring 2022). The statue's imposing presence had the crowd shaking! Read on to find-out more!
- Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Upcoming Events｜ Manga｜ Anime｜ Event Reports｜ sightseeing｜ Hot Spot｜
- 2021.12.27
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Check out our report from the Fukuoka venue of the "BLACK BUTLER EXHIBITION -Rich Black-"!
The "BLACK BUTLER EXHIBITION -Rich Black-" is being held at the Hakata Hankyu Department Store in Fukuoka City until Sunday 19th December 2021. The exhibition is being staged to commemorate 15 years since the hugely popular manga "Kuroshitsuji" (BLACK BUTLER) was first serialized. If you are interested in visiting be sure to keep reading as this report aims to share more information about the venue, as well as the treasure-trove of exhibits and stunning illustrations currently on display!
- Japan｜ Upcoming Events｜ Experiences & workshops｜ Manga｜ Anime｜ Event Reports｜
- 2021.12.16
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Fukuoka Illumination 2021
Illumination season is finally here to glitter the night sky of winter! Let us show you the illumination spots of Fukuoka that will surely put you in a dreamy mood!
- Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Upcoming Events｜ Music｜ sightseeing｜ Trends｜ Hot Spot｜
- 2021.12.02
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"KINGDOM exhibition The Road of SHIN" running at Fukuoka Art Museum! Enjoy the impressive scenes to the fullest!
A large-scale exhibition of the popular manga "KINGDOM" by Hara Yasuhisa (manga artist based in Fukuoka) is now running at Fukuoka Art Museum! With about 400 original manga manuscripts, as well as additional new drawings and large graphics, you will sure enjoy the impressive scenes to the fullest!
- Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Upcoming Events｜ Manga｜ Anime｜ Event Reports｜ sightseeing｜
- 2021.09.07
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Discover JOJO's universe at "JOJO WORLD in HAKATA"!
Introducing "JOJO WORLD in HAKATA" ― open for a limited time (until 12th September) at Canal City Hakata, Fukuoka Japan! Find out more about the mini games, attractions and merchandise♪
- Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Upcoming Events｜ Manga｜ Anime｜ Event Reports｜ sightseeing｜ Hot Spot｜
- 2021.08.05
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Hino Satoshi, the voice actor who played Flame Hashira/Rengoku Kyojuro, appeared at the special talk event of "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba the MOVIE: Mugen Train" in Fukuoka!
Celebrating the release of Blu-ray and DVD of "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba the MOVIE: Mugen Train", screenings/stage greetings were held in 5 cities in Japan, including Fukuoka! In this article, we will share about the "Special Talk in Fukuoka" event, at which Hino Satoshi who played Rengoku Kyojuro appeared and shared his thoughts towards the hot-blooded anime♪
- Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ voice artist｜ Manga｜ Anime｜ Event Reports｜ Movies｜
- 2021.07.15
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Hakata Gion Yamakasa 2021 "Kazariyama" Photo Report
"Hakata Gion Yamakasa" is a traditional festival in Hakata (Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan) which is usually celebrated from 1st to 15th July. This year, the Kazariyama floats will be set up at 12 places in Fukuoka City to liven up the streets! Check the photo report to see the gorgeous Kazariyama made by Hakata craftsmen♪
- Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Event Reports｜ sightseeing｜ Hot Spot｜ Art｜
- 2021.07.09
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The only official Nintendo store in Japan is coming to Kyushu! Visit the pop-up store at FUKUOKA PARCO which opens until 25th July (Sun)!
The only official Nintendo store in Japan, "Nintendo TOKYO", is going to set up pop-up stores at 5 PARCO in different places of Japan. We have taken this rare opportunity to take a look and will share with you everything about the store!
- Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Game & e-Sports｜ Event Reports｜ sightseeing｜ Collaboration items｜
- 2021.07.02
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