Interview Now - STU48 (Osaki Serika, Kawamata Anna, Takao Sayaka, Tanaka Miho, Harada Sayaka, Yoshida Sara) -

Six members of STU48, a sister group of AKB48, appeared at a big idol event called "Chicappa-sai 2021" in Fukuoka on 12th December 2021! We had the chance to sit down with them for an exclusive interview! They signed a couple of cards, which we will be giving away. Read on for more details!

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2022.01.06

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!

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2021.12.27

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!

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2021.12.16

"The 6th Kitakyushu International Manga Competition"

The "Kitakyushu International Manga Competition" is a four-frame manga contest started since 2016 for the purpose of promoting manga culture. Stay tuned for information of the 6th competition in this special feature!

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2021.12.10

Interview Now ～ 佐藤元 (Sato Gen)、天﨑滉平 (Amasaki Kohei) ～

Check-out our report on on "Next Stars Circle vol.6"! This special event, which aims to support voice artists from Fukuoka, took place in September! It featured "next star" Sato Gen and Amasaki Kohei who appeared as a ​special guest. This report includes an exciting interview with both of them! Don't miss out on the chance to win a wonderful gift! Keep reading to find out more!

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2021.11.02

The Japan premiere of "ARASHI Anniversary Tour 5×20 FILM 'Record of Memories'” - Fukuoka screening!

"ARASHI Anniversary Tour 5×20 FILM 'Record of Memories'" will be released soon! Advanced screenings will take place from 3rd Nov (Wed), with the nationwide release schedule for 26th Nov (Fri)! You wont be able to hold back your tears when you see all five of them on screen! You'll feel like you're at a live show!

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2021.10.11

"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!

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2021.09.07

Interview Now - 長江里加 (Nagae Rika), 津田美波 (Tsuda Minami), 高橋花林 (Takahashi Karin) -

Interview with seiyu / voice actor Nagae Rika, Tsuda Minami, and Takahashi Karin from Fukuoka's voice actor supporting event on 18th July ― "Next Stars Circle vol.5"! Check out more about the event and don't miss the chance to win a prize♪

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2021.08.25

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♪

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2021.08.05

Easy Lolita hairstyles that won't be ruined by the rain!

It rains very often in early summer days. For someone like me who enjoys Lolita fashion, it's a really hard time because wearing panniers, one piece dresses or blouses full of laces makes me sweat a lot. But I still wanna look gorgeous!

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2021.07.21

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♪

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2021.07.15

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♪

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2021.07.09

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!

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2021.07.02

#63 Misako's birthday

June is my birthday month! I turned 38 on 3rd June and have been asked "Until how old do you want to wear Lolita outfits?" in many interviews. I don't want to give up my favourite style because of my age, and I will keep on loving Lolita and say "I love pink clothes!" "I love twintails hairstyle!"

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2021.06.24

#62 Enjoy your time at home with Lolita fashion!

How do you spend your time at home? Last year, making Dalgona coffee and strawberry candies had become a trend. I asked some of my friends and fans about how they spend their time with Lolita fashion at home, and I'll share mine here!

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2021.05.27

Discover the philosophy of anime production from the "TAKAHATA ISAO: A LEGEND IN JAPANESE ANIMATION" exhibition at Fukuoka Art Museum! Held until 18th July 2021!

Takahata Isao was a famous director whose works include "The Tale of The Princess Kaguya" and "Grave of the Fireflies". Now, his large-scale retrospective exhibition "TAKAHATA ISAO: A LEGEND IN JAPANESE ANIMATION" is being held at Fukuoka Art Museum, until 18th July 2021! Discover the philosophy of creativity from this exhibition!

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2021.05.25

"GUNDAM docks at FUKUOKA" - A large-scale GUNDAM event is running at Canal City Hakata!

"GUNDAM docks at FUKUOKA" is an ongoing event at Canal City Hakata where you can fully enjoy the world of GUNDAM! In addition to the new original 3D projection mapping show, there are limited Mobile Suit statues, Gunpla displays, and many more surprises!

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2021.05.10

"The Fukuoka Tower Instrumentality Project" ー A collaborative event between EVANGELION and Fukuoka Tower is ongoing until 13 June (Sunday)!

Angels appearing in the sky of Fukuoka!? Battle at Shin-Momochihama!? "The Fukuoka Tower Instrumentality Project" is a collaborative event between EVANGELION and Fukuoka Tower that is ongoing until 13 June (Sunday). We've checked what's happening at Fukuoka Tower!

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2021.04.26

#61 A challenge on cherry blossoms & Lolita & kimono

Spring is the season of cherry blossoms! I love pink so I always get excited in this season. Before the pandemic, there used to be a lot of tourists who came to see cherry blossoms!

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2021.04.22

The creator of the "TOKYO GHOUL" series, Fukuoka-native manga artist Ishida Sui's first large-scale exhibition is running at Fukuoka Asian Art Museum!

Best known as the creator of the "TOKYO GHOUL" series, Fukuoka-native manga artist Ishida Sui's first large-scale exhibition "TOKYO GHOUL ▶︎ JACKJEANNE" is running at Fukuoka Asian Art Museum until 16 May (Sunday)♪ A great number of valuable exhibits can be seen, such as manuscripts of his initial work that are released for the first time, and the making of the game "JACKJEANNE" which the original story, character design, and scenario were created by Ishida!

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2021.04.20