The Fukuoka Overseas Student's Association (FOSA) "Welcome Party 2016"!!

On Saturday 28th May 2016 the Fukuoka Overseas Student Association (FOSA) held their “Welcome Party 2016” at the Fukuoka Education Center. There was around 250 overseas students from 30 different countries and regions throughout the world in attendance!

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2016.06.17

The "Japan Heritage 'Western Capital of Ancient Japan' Dazaifu" is an app available in 4 different languages, which gives you a taste of Japan Heritage Dazaifu!

The "Japan Heritage 'Western Capital of Ancient Japan' Dazaifu" is a super convenient app that will help visitors to Dazaifu enjoy and experience all the historical sites and cultural assets that the local area has to offer!

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2016.06.16

Results from the “World Cosplay Summit, Japanese Preliminary!” The representatives for Japan at this year’s WCS will be…

The "World Cosplay Summit 2016, Japanese Preliminary” was held in Tokyo on May 29th 2016! They were 5 acts participating and the fabulous Fukuoka-based duo known as “horizon.” won the chance to represent Japan at the competition!

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2016.06.09

[Feature] FACo2016

"Fukuoka Asia Collection (FACo) 2016" marked the 8th time that this fantastic event has been held. Check-out our "After Report" to experience all the excitement from the day for yourself!

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2016.05.06

The first of its kind in Kyushu! A new type of horror attraction with missions to be cleared! "SILENT ROOMS" has arrived in Fukuoka!

"The top Japanese inescapable haunted house, Obaken" collaborated with the established game maker TAITO to set up "SILENT ROOMS," a haunted house that is complete with different missions for visitors to grapple with. Open since Saturday 12th March 2016 and located in "Canal City Hakata" (Fukuoka, Japan), this is a must see for fans of horror and all things scary!

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2016.04.04

Interview Now - Ryozo Tsujimoto, Shintaro Kojima & Yasunori Ichinose [CAPCOM] -

"Monster Hunter Festa' 16" was a massive event that gave visitors a first-hand experience of the world that gamers encounter in the "Monster Hunter" series. The Fukuoka leg was held on Feb. 7th 2016! "MH" series producer Tsujimoto, "MHX" producer Kojima and director Ichinose spoke to us about a range of topics, including what aspects of the new release they are most excited about!

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2016.03.25

Kawaii Ambassadors participated in FACo and paid a visit to the Fukuoka Prefectural Office!

"asianbeat·FACo Kawaii Ambassadors," who were selected from various regions across Asia, particpated in the 8th annual "Fukuoka Asia Collection (FACo) 2016."

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2016.03.23

Traditional Hakata crafts all in one exhibition! Photo report from "Fukuoka Yokamon Hiroba's" 5th project!

"Fukuoka Yokamon Hiroba's" 5th project "Shinshun wo Kotohogu. Hakata wo Kotohogu (Celebrating the New Year. Celebrating Hakata.)" is currently underway! There are all kinds of traditional Hakata crafts on display, such as Hakata Mizuhiki (Decorative Cord) and Hakata hasami (Scissors.) It's on until March 25th (Friday), so make sure not to miss-out!

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2016.03.09

New areas to have fun at the "FUKUOKA ANPANMAN CHILDREN'S MUSEUM in MALL!"

New play areas have been added to the "FUKUOKA ANPANMAN CHILDREN'S MUSEUM in MALL," such as the "Ball Pool," the "Boucing Castle," as well as the "Where's Anpanman?"

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2016.02.29

“Monster Hunter Festa’ 16” Fukuoka Tournament - Event Report

"Monster Hunter Festa' 16" is a huge event that gives visitors a first-hand experience of the world that gamers encounter in the immensely popular "Monster Hunter" series! The Fukuoka leg was held on the February 7th in Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka! Check-out our photo report of the event, which was bustling with visitors throughout!

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2016.02.24

Feature: "Kitakyushu Pop Culture Festival 2015" At the venue

Check our the "Kitakyushu Pop Culture Festival 2015" Photo report!!

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2016.02.19

TGC KITAKYUSHU2015 by TOKYO GIRLS COLLECTION Photo Report

The TOKYO GIRLS COLLECTION finally came to Kyushu! We've got reports from the "TGC KITAKYUSHU 2015" runway and venue, as well as interviews with GENKING and Arie Mizusawa!

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2016.02.05

World Cosplay Summit 2016 Japan Preliminary-Kyushu Qualifying Round

On Sunday 29th November 2016, the World Cosplay Summit, Japan Preliminary-Kyushu Qualifying Round was held in Kitakyushu City. Held outdoors at the "Kitakyushu Pop Culture Festival 2015," the highly entertaining Kyushu Qualifying Round saw competitors battle it out on stage in Asano Shiokaze Park!

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2016.01.29

asianbeat Vietnam Momiji Matsuri 2015 Event Photo Report

Check-out all the photos from the asianbeat Vietnam Momiji Matsuri 2015!

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2016.01.25

The Fukuoka Asia Collection (FACo) was a huge succes in Taipei, Taiwan!!

Fukuoka "real clothes" in Taiwan!! FACo・asainbeat Kawaii Ambassadors were also on the runway!

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2016.01.13

Rakushow & MINCOS in TNC TV Bldg. Blue Light Christmas 2015

The "Rakushow & MINOS in TV TNC Bldg. Blue Light Christmas 2015" took place over two days on the 19th and 20th December 2015. Check-out our report on what went down on the first day of the event, right here! There's all kinds of popular anime and Christmas-themed cosplay photographs for you to enjoy, so be sure not to miss-out!

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2016.01.07

"Kyushu Itasha Caravan"

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2015.12.29

Kitakyushu Pop Culture Festival 2015

Check our the "Kitakyushu Pop Culture Festival 2015" Photo report!!

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2015.12.29

Kitakyushu Pop Culture Festival 2015 Photo Report!

Check-out all of the excitement from the "Kitakyushu Pop Culture Festival 2015" in our photo report, here!

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2015.12.29

Celebrating 10 years since their debut, the Indonesian leg of AAA’s Asia Tour was a great success!

AAA are a well-known Japanese group consisting of members Takahiro Nishijima, Naoya Urata, Mitsuhiro Hidaka, Shinjiro Atae, Shuta Sueyoshi, Misako Uno, and Chiaki Ito.

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2015.12.17