[Higashi Ward, Fukuoka City] Kashiikaen - INORU-mination Hikari no Orizuru -

"Kashiikaen Sylvanian Garden" is an amusement park that can be reached in about 20 minutes from the centre of Fukuoka City. What you'll see now is the illumination with the theme of "prayer"! How about taking a romantic night walk in the dreamy lights?

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2020.12.21

[Broadcast Postponed] Which voice actor agency is the strongest!? Here comes the card battle show "Trumpin' Beat", starts from January 2021!

The unprecedented card battle show "Trumpin' Beat" featuring "the strongest in the voice-actor world" from different agencies will be aired from January 2021! Can't wait to see the popular guests from the 1st episode!

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2020.12.18

[Keichiku Area] Kirameki Night Fantasia (煌めきナイトファンタジア) [Koge-machi]

"Kirameki Night Fantasia" is an illumination event takes place at Oike Park in Koge-machi, which is located on the easternmost side of Fukuoka Prefecture. Come find out where are the best photo spots!

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2020.12.14

The "ATTACK ON TITAN FINAL EXHIBITION" is now in Fukuoka! Held at Nishitetsu Hall until Sunday 27 December 2020!

The topical "ATTACK ON TITAN FINAL EXHIBITION" is now in Fukuoka! Immerse yourself in the world of the blockbuster manga "Attack on Titan" (by Isayama Hajime) and discover great exhibits!

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2020.12.11

[Chikugo Area] Mikawa Pit Illumination (Omuta City)

Introducing "Mikawa Pit Illumination" in Omuta City, located at the southernmost tip of Fukuoka Prefecture. Come and discover the coal mine train illumination and other surprises!

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2020.12.11

[Momochihama Area] Fukuoka Tower Christmas present

The Fukuoka Tower's Christmas Illumination is going on now! Not just the tree but also a red ribbon!

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2020.12.10

Interview Now - 石井杏奈 (Ishii Anna), 池田千尋 (Ikeda Chihiro) -

An interview with the film director Ikeda Chihiro and Ishii Anna who played the main role for the movie "Kioku no Gihou (The Craft of Memories)", which was partially filmed in Fukuoka! Read until the end to find out more about the gifts for readers♪

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2020.12.09

The unstoppable "Kimetsu love"!! Exhibition "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Zenshuchu-ten" is here in Fukuoka!

Ongoing exhibition "Kimetsu no Yaiba Zenshuchu-ten" at Hakata Hankyu Department Store (Fukuoka City) will be held until Monday 14th December 2020! An amazing exhibition to find out the unknown facts of the anime and the characters!

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2020.12.04

[Tenjin Area] OshimaIMS The Last Christmas 2020

As Tenjin IMS (Inter Media Station) will be closing in summer 2021 due to redevelopment of the Tenjin area, this last Christmas event comes with an idea of relating to the future!

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2020.11.25

[EVENT SNAPS] "Mugiwara no Ichimi (The Straw Hat Pirates)" are back to Canal City Hakata with the new show "ONE PIECE WATER SPECTACLE"♪

ONE PIECE "Mugiwara no Ichimi" (The Straw Hat Pirates) is back! Are you ready to be enlivened by the powerful Luffy and his team? Come watch the projection mapping and fountain show "ONE PIECE WATER SPECTACLE 3" at Canal City Hakata!

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2020.11.24

[Hakata Area] Canal Illuminatioin 2020

The winter illumination at Canal City Hakata has started♪ Everywhere is a fascinating view made up of sparkling water and light♡

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2020.11.24

Snow Man's first starring in a film - "Takizawa Kabuki ZERO 2020 The Movie" - to be released in Japan on Friday 4 December!

A movie adaptation of popular theatre show directed by Takizawa Hideaki - "Takizawa Kabuki ZERO 2020 The Movie", starring Snow Man (9-member idol group), will be released on Friday 4th December! What a captivating 2 hours and 19 minutes show!

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2020.11.17

[Hakata Area] Hikari no Machi HAKATA (光の街・博多)

The magnificent winter illumination at JR Hakata Station Square! "Hikari no Machi HAKATA" is back. It's the 10th anniversary and we will be sharing information of the highlights and recommended photo spots!

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2020.11.13

"THE ANIMATION OF CHIBI MARUKO CHAN 30th anniversary exhibition" at Fukuoka Asian Art Museum ongoing until Sunday 29 November!

As an anime series favoured by many generations, an exhibition celebrating the 30th anniversary of the broadcast of CHIBI MARUKO CHAN is now held at Fukuoka Asian Art Museum! Don't miss the chance to see the precious exhibits and merchandise!

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2020.11.12

A must-see if you are interested in anime songs! A free outdoor ani-son event "Otafuri!!" coming soon in November in Chikugo City (Fukuoka)!

A free outdoor anime song event "Otafuri!!" will be held on Sunday 1st November at Chikugo Regional Park in Chikugo City (Fukuoka Prefecture). Isn't it the best to enjoy anime songs in the breezy autumn day? Find out more about it!

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2020.10.21

A death battle is awaiting! "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba the MOVIE: Mugen Train" to be released soon!

"Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba the MOVIE: Mugen Train" will be released in Japan on Friday 16th October! Can't wait to see the thrilling battle between Tanjirō and the Oni (demons)!

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2020.10.13

JO1's 1st album release & live streaming concert dates have been announced! Find out more about the press conference!

The global boy group JO1 has announced the dates for the 1st album release ("The STAR") as well as live streaming concert! Come find out more about the press conference!

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2020.10.09

JR Kyushu limited express train wrapped with Tanjirō and other characters running now! The real "Mugen Train" is coming soon in November!

A special collaboration between JR Kyushu and "Kimetsu no Yaiba" is carried out to commemorate the release of "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba the MOVIE: Mugen Train" on 16 October! Limited express trains and the special version of steam locomotive are wrapped with Kamado Tanjirō and other characters!

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2020.10.08

The "OBATA TAKESHI EXHIBITION: NEVER COMPLETE" is being held at Kitakyushu Manga Museum until Sunday 6th December!

To celebrate the 30th anniversary of the artist's career, the "OBATA TAKESHI EXHIBITION: NEVER COMPLETE" will be held at Kitakyushu Manga Museum from Saturday 3rd October to Sunday 6th December 2020! Let's take this chance to look back on the history of manga artist Obata Takeshi, the illustrator of "DEATH NOTE" and other popular manga!

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2020.10.02

The big joint event in autumn "Asian Party" has started! Let's enjoy various contents online this year!

"Asian Party" is an annual autumn event in Fukuoka. In order to prevent the spread of COVID-19, besides the drive-in theater and a few of other actual events, this year there will be many online contents available for you to feel the Asian vibe even when you are at home!

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2020.09.18