Hakata Gion Yamakasa 2019 "Kazariyama / Kakiyama" Photo Report

Hakata's summer begins with the "Hakata Gion Yamakasa"! From 1 July, the gorgeous kazariyama appear at 14 locations in Fukuoka City, bringing Yamakasa's mood to the entire city!

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2019.07.04

"The World of Tomino Yoshiyuki" opens at Fukuoka Art Museum! Mr. Tomino takes to the stage at the opening event!

An exhibition that reflects on the work of anime director Tomino Yoshiyuki, who is known for the "MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM" series, has started at Fukuoka Art Museum on Saturday 22 June. On the same day, Tomino himself made an appearance at the commemorative event!

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2019.07.02

"Kyushu International Art Camp 2019", which is opening in August, is calling for volunteer staff!

"Kyushu International Art Camp 2019", which will be held in Fukuoka City for the first time, is calling for volunteers to support on tasks such as food and transportation, during a time when foreign artists will be sojourning in Fukuoka!

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2019.04.08

Many manga manuscripts to be revealed for the first time! Special Exhibition "The works of Mutsumi Hagiiwa 40th Anniversary" is Open!

A Kitakyushu native manga-ka, Mutsumi Hagiiwa's exhibition "The works of Mutsumi Hagiiwa 40th Anniversary" displaying manga manuscripts and illustrations that were serialised in the shōjo (girls') manga magazine, "RIBON," and many other valuable works, has begun!

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2019.03.19

The "Ghibli Expo - From Nausicaä to Marnie-" opens at the Fukuoka City Museum on 15th March!

The "Ghibli Expo -From Nausicaä to Marnie-" has been touring Japan since 2015. The popular retrospective is finally set to hit Fukuoka! The exhibition will run from 15th March to 23rd June at the Fukuoka City Museum! Be sure to check-it-out!

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2019.02.26

[Feature Manga] "The 3rd Kitakyushu International Manga Competition"

This year was the "The Third Kitakyushu International Manga Competition", which began in 2016. In this round, there were 1,784 submissions from 25 countries and regions, with increasing attention received from overseas manga artists in particular!

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2019.02.04

The "FASHION MONTH FUKUOKA ASIA" will run from 2nd February through to 10th March!

"FASHION MONTH FUKUOKA ASIA" is just round the corner! Fukuoka is set to turn into a fashion capital this February, generating a huge buzz around the city! Be sure to enjoy all the attractions!

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2019.02.01

"Kaigai Manga Festa in Kitakyushu" Event Report

Established in Tokyo 2012, the "Kaigai Manga Festa" was one of the attractions at the "KPF 2018! Visitors got the chance to find-out about the techniques that top international manga artists employ in their work! The guests also spoke about their work! A truly global vibe filled the venue!

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2019.01.08

ITASHAWEEK CHAMPIONSHIP 2018

"Itasha" first originated in Japan. However, there has recently been an explosion of interest in this cultural phenomena overseas! A number of enthusiasts gathered at the KPF in order to display their cars and bikes! The love and care that the owners had put into their vehicles was clear to see! Check-out of the awesome designs in the photos below!

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2018.12.18

Manga artist from all around the world come to Fukuoka! The "Kaigai Manga Festa in Kitakyushu" is coming soon!

With many manga artists both inside and outside of Japan! The "Kaigai Manga Festa in Kitakyushu" will be held in Kyushu's biggest pop-culture event, the "Kitakyushu Pop Culture Festival 2018" on November 10th and 11th! Let's discover the appeals of manga from around the world!

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2018.11.02

Traditional handicrafts from all over Japan will be on display at Marine Messe Fukuoka! Check-out the "KOUGEI-EXPO IN FUKUOKA" from 2nd to 4th November!

The "KOUGEI-EXPO IN FUKUOKA" will be held from 2nd to 4th November! This festival of beauty and technique will see handicrafts from all over Japan go on display at Marine Messe Fukuoka! All kinds of attractions and demonstrations will also be taking place inside the venue! This is a great chance to find-out more about traditional crafts!

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2018.10.30

"The Creators - a festival featuring experiential cutting-edge entertainment" is taking place on September 22nd and 23rd! Check-it-out!

Don't miss "The Creators - a festival featuring experiential cutting-edge entertainment!" This interactive event is taking place on September 22nd and 23rd at the Fureai Hiroba, which is located to the west of the Fukuoka City Hall! Enjoy special events and free-admission across both days!

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2018.09.13

Interview Now - 寺田克也 (Katsuya Terada) -

Manga artist and illustrator Katsuya Terada is holding his first exhibition in Kyushu from 25th August to 2nd September at the "Centro Italiano di Fukuoka" SPAZIO ART GALLERY! Terada's live drawing event on the opening day of the exhibition had all of the fans inside the venue totally mesmerized! This report features an interview with Terada, as well as information about the live event. Read-on to find-out more!

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2018.08.30

Visit museums throughout Kyushu and Okinawa with "Museum Excursion Pass!" This year's coupons are valid for longer and can be used at even more facilities!

The "Museum Excursion Pass" is back! This booklet offers the public all kinds of great discounts at various cultural facilities throughout Kyushu and Okinawa! This year's coupons are valid for longer and can be used at even more facilities!

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2018.08.10

Katsuya Terada's first solo exhibition in Kyushu! The manga artist/illustrator has been gaining attention both at home and abroad!

The manga artist/illustrator Katsuya Terada's first solo exhibition in Kyushu will be held in the "Centro Italiano di Fukuoka" from 25 August to 2 September! A talk and live drawing event will take place on the first day! Make sure to stop-by!

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2018.08.03

[Feature] MCPO AWARD 2018

Check-out our report from the 2nd MCPO AWARD 2018 public screening & award ceremony, which were held on 1st July! We also got a chance to interview Tochi Ueyama, Haruhiko Mikimoto, Takahiro Seguchi, Koushi Rikudou, Eisaku Kubonouchi and Manga CPO representative Makoto Kaneuji!

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2018.07.27

Interview Now - Tochi Ueyama, Haruhiko Mikimoto, Takahiro Seguchi, Koushi Rikudou, Eisaku Kubonouchi, Makoto Kaneuji (Manga CPO) -

A public screening and award ceremony were held on 1st July to celebrate some of the top works in the 2nd "MCPO AWARD 2018!" We had the chance to interview judges Tochi Ueyama, Haruhiko Mikimoto, Takahiro Seguchi, Koushi Rikudou, and Eisaku Kubonouchi. A representative from Manga CPO, Makoto Kaneuji also joined us. Make sure to read the group's message for aspiring manga artists and illustrators!

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2018.07.20

Hakata Gion Yamakasa 2018 "Kazariyama / Kakiyama" Photo Report

Hakata Gion Yamakasa, the festival that represents Fukuoka with over 770 years of history. Check out our photo report on this year’s beautiful and elegant “Kazari Yama” and the brave and unrivaled “Kaki Yama”.

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2018.07.10

The second MCPO AWARD 2018’s public screening and awarding ceremony will be held on July 1st (SUN)!!

Gathering manga and illustrations from all over the world, the MCPO AWARD 2018’s public screening and awarding ceremony will be held at a the Fukuoka city science museum on Sunday July 1st. Free admission! Definitely come and see these works from all around the world!

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2018.06.12

OMULA BEAUTY CREATES - OMULA FINAL CONTEST - Photo Report

Work created by young talent who are studying at OMULA BEAUTY CREATES was exhibited on 25th Feb! Check-out our photo report and enjoy some standout pieces from the nine segments that made up the "OMULA FINAL CONTEST" show!

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2018.03.14