Fukuoka Otaku Map-ver. 痛 (Two) – TSUKUMO Fukuoka Branch

Fukuoka Otaku Map-ver. 痛 (Two) returns! The spotlight for this edition falls on the Fukuoka branch of TSUKUMO, a PC specialists that gives shoppers the chance try-out VR simulations, play video games, and use devices for creating artwork!

Fukuoka Otaku Map | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Experiences & workshops｜ Game & e-Sports｜ Hobbies｜ Digital Products｜

2018.01.29

Vol.32 Takahiro Mizushima & A9 Shou - A Talk (Part 2) -

In each edition we catch up with different guests, as they tell us about their "favorite" things, all under the theme of "Crying Out Love from the Center of J-POP Culture!" Our Guests for this Installment are Voice Actor, Takahiro Mizushima, and visual-kei Rock Band Vocalist, Shou, of A9.

TEAM SAKUSAKU presents - Favorite Collections - | Japan｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Music｜ Anime｜ J-POP｜

2018.01.26

teamLab Hakata Cosplay Night @ Canal City Hakata Photo Report

Located in Canal City Hakata, "teamLab Island – Learn & Play! Future Park" hosted a special one-off cosplay event on Saturday 20th January 2018! Find-out more about the "teamLab Hakata Cosplay Night" in our special photo report!

COSPLAY SNAPS | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Experiences & workshops｜ Cosplay｜ Event Reports｜ sightseeing｜ Art｜

2018.01.25

#22 The hugs from lolitas were moving! My first trip to Chengdu!

Last year I went to Chengdu in the middle of November! I have been to lots of cities in China, but this was my first visit to Chengdu! Pandas and Sichuan cuisine instantly come to mind when I think of Chengdu!

Misako Aoki's Travel Diary from the World of Lolita | Japan｜ China｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Fashion｜ Event Reports｜ Talent/Idol｜

2018.01.25

Vol.31 Takahiro Mizushima & A9 Shou - A Talk (Part 1) -

In each edition we catch up with different guests, as they tell us about their "favorite" things, all under the theme of "Crying Out Love from the Center of J-POP Culture!" Our Guests for this Installment are Voice Actor, Takahiro Mizushima, and visual-kei Rock Band Vocalist, Shou, of A9.

TEAM SAKUSAKU presents - Favorite Collections - | Japan｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Music｜ Anime｜ J-POP｜

2018.01.19

The Chikugo PR event, "Koi nochi, Tokidoki Chikugo" has opened! An exhibition to touch your heart and fill you with love for the local region!

"Looking for tips in love?!" Discover information on charming must-see locations and experience-based workshops at the "Koi nochi, Tokidoki Chikugo" PR event. The exhibition is sure to touch your heart and fill you with love for the local region!

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Experiences & workshops｜ Fashion｜ Event Reports｜ sightseeing｜

2018.01.15

"teamLab IsLand" Canal City Hakata is hosting a one-off cosplay event!

Cosplay meets teamLab at Canal City Hakata! Don't miss the "teamLab Hakata Cosplay Night!" This special one-off collaboration will be held at the interactive learning facility "teamLab Island" in Canal City Hakata on 20th January!

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Cosplay｜ Event Reports｜ sightseeing｜ Art｜

2018.01.15

"Yu-ki Nishimoto - Ryu no Kiseki" Fukuoka Exhibition: Opening Ceremony and Press Viewing

Yu-ki Nishimoto's first solo exhibition "Ryu no Kiseki" Fukuoka Exhibition will run until 11th Feb at the Fukuoka Asian Art Museum. Nishimoto is a highly talented artist known for his dynamic sumi-e ink creations. Check-out our report on the opening ceremony and press viewing that took place on 5th Jan!

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2018.01.11

Interview Now - 西元祐貴 (Yu-ki Nishimoto) -

Yu-ki Nishimoto's first solo exhibition "Ryu no Kiseki" will run at the Fukuoka Asian Art Museum from 6th Jan. to 11th Feb. Witness this young and highly talented sumi-e artist's unique ability to breathe life into his creations! We also have a signed card to giveaway!

Interview Now | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Event Reports｜ Art｜

2018.01.11

Enjoy Yoshimoto Shin-kigeki comedy in Fukuoka! The first Kyushu Shin-kigeki "Kotobuki Zacho Hataage Koen" performance is coming soon!

The first Kyushu Shin-kigeki "Kotobuki Zacho Hataage Koen" (lit. Kotobuki Zacho (Troupe Leader) First Performance) is set to debut at Momochi Palace on Friday 16th February 2018!

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Event Reports｜ Talent/Idol｜ Other genre｜

2018.01.05

#21 Event in Hefei, China and a first visit to Shanghai Disneyland

I was in China a lot during November! Seeing how popular lolita fashion has become in China makes me so happy! I still haven't come to grips with the size of China. You can visit places that you've never heard of before, sample new dishes, and discover so many interesting things!

Misako Aoki's Travel Diary from the World of Lolita | Japan｜ China｜ Shanghai｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Fashion｜ Event Reports｜ Talent/Idol｜ Hot Spot｜

2017.12.28

Back for its 10th installment! The "Fukuoka Asia Collection 2018 SPRING-SUMMER" is coming soon!

The Fukuoka Asia Collection (FACo) will be held at Fukuoka Kokusai Center on Sunday 25th March 2018! Details about the event were made public at a press conference on Monday 18th December!

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Fashion｜ Event Reports｜ Talent/Idol｜ Trends｜

2017.12.25

Rakushow & MINCOS in TNC TV Bldg. Blue Light Christmas 2017

The bright lights illuminating Fukuoka City are a sure sign that the festive period has arrived! Make sure to check-out our feature on the "Rakushow & MINCOS in TNC TV Bldg. Blue Light Christmas 2017!" We took some snaps of cosplayers who were at the venue!

COSPLAY SNAPS | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Anime｜ Cosplay｜ Event Reports｜

2017.12.22

The "Kitakyushu International MANGA Festival 2017" starts on 23rd December!

A special event will be held in Kitakyushu to celebrate the manga from overseas! The month long exhibition will take place at the "Kitakyushu Manga Museum" from December 23rd to January 21st 2018!

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Manga｜ Anime｜ Event Reports｜ Hot Spot｜ Art｜

2017.12.21

KURATE GAKUEN Culture Festival 2017 Photo Report

"KURATE GAKUEN" recently hosted its first culture festival. Located in Kurate-machi, Fukuoka-ken, this facility is known for staging cosplay and sub-culture events. Check-out our report to find-out what went down during the event!

COSPLAY SNAPS | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Manga｜ Anime｜ Cosplay｜ Game & e-Sports｜ Event Reports｜

2017.12.21

[Feature Events] Kitakyushu Pop Culture Festival 2017

One of largest celebrations of sub-culture in the entire region, the "Kitakyushu Pop Culture Festival (KPF)" was recently held for the fourth time! We have got photos from both days of the event for you to check-out, as well as some cool prizes to give away! Read on to find-out more!

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2017.12.18

Fukuoka Otaku Map-ver. 痛 (Two) – Jiyu Kukan (Tenjin Southern Avenue)

The new and improved Fukuoka Otaku Map-ver. 痛 (Two) is back with a new installment! The latest edition in our series focuses on Jiyu Kukan (Tenjin Southern Avenue). Only a three-minute walk from Nishitetsu Fukuoka (Tenjin) Station, this fun entertainment facility even offers private booths for individuals and groups!

Fukuoka Otaku Map | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Manga｜ Other genre｜ sightseeing｜ Hot Spot｜

2017.12.14

Award ceremony for the "2nd KITAKYUSHU INTERNATIONAL MANGA COMPETITION!" Talks from famous manga artists and a TV show recording!

The 2017 "KITAKYUSHU INTERNATIONAL MANGA COMPETITION" was even bigger than last year! An award ceremony will be held on 21 January 2018. Attractions will include talks from famous manga artists and a TV show recording! Make sure not to miss-out!

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Manga｜ Event Reports｜ Hot Spot｜

2017.12.11

Fukuoka Area - Hakata, Momochi, Tenjin - Guide brought to you by Reporter Huong!

Vietnamese student Huong reports on some of the most charming sites to see in the Fukuoka Area - Hakata, Momochi, Tenjin!

Articles Sorted by Area | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ sightseeing｜ Hot Spot｜ Art｜

2017.12.11

FUKUOKA OTAKU MAP ver."痛"(two) | HOBBY BOX

The new and approved Fukuoka Otaku Map-ver. 痛 (Two) returns with a new edition! The focus of this installment is the model shop "HOBBY BOX!" Trusted by both newcomers and enthusiasts alike, this is one of the oldest stores of its kind in the Kitakyushu area!

Fukuoka Otaku Map | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Hobbies｜

2017.12.08