Interview Now - 川尻蓮 Kawashiri Ren (JO1) -

An interview with Fukuoka-native Kawashiri Ren, a member of global boys group "JO1" who have released their 3RD SINGLE "CHALLENGER" on 28 April (Wed)! It will be divided into 2 parts, Part 1 introduces the latest song and Part 2 shows you the "real" side of Ren!

Interview Now | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Music｜ J-POP｜ K-POP｜ Club music｜

2021.05.28

Interview Now - 川尻蓮 Kawashiri Ren (JO1) - | Part 2

An interview with Fukuoka-native Kawashiri Ren, member of global boys group "JO1"! Part 2 shares about his feelings towards his fans as well as some of his private life♪ Which places would Ren bring us to if he give a day tour in Fukuoka!? Don't miss out!

Interview Now - 川尻蓮 Kawashiri Ren (JO1) - | Japan｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Music｜ Talent/Idol｜ J-POP｜ K-POP｜ Club music｜

2021.05.28

Interview Now - Kawashiri Ren (JO1) - | Part 1

An interview with Fukuoka-native Kawashiri Ren, a member of global boys group JO1! Interview Part 1 features topics about their 3RD SINGLE "CHALLENGER" that was released on 28 Apr♪ What kind of challenge did Ren take? What is his "wild side"? Let's check now!

Interview Now - 川尻蓮 Kawashiri Ren (JO1) - | Japan｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Music｜ Talent/Idol｜ J-POP｜ K-POP｜ Club music｜

2021.05.18

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!

EVENT SNAPS | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Tokyo｜ Upcoming Events｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Music｜ Event Reports｜ Talent/Idol｜ J-POP｜ Club music｜

2020.10.09

FUKUOKA ASIAN PICKS Guest Artists

Introducing 6 up-and-coming artists/bands who will be attending Asian music culture event "FUKUOKA ASIAN PICKS", held online on 12 and 13 September (Saturday & Sunday)!

FAP2020 "FUKUOKA ASIAN PICKS" | Indonesia｜ Japan｜ Thailand ｜ Taiwan｜ Fukuoka｜ Music｜ J-POP｜ Club music｜

2020.09.10

Interview Now - 川尻蓮 Kawashiri Ren (JO1) -

Formed in an audition show, the 11-member boy group "JO1" has been very active since their debut in March this year! They are going to release the second single album "STARGAZER" on Wednesday 26th August. Check out our exclusive interview with a Fukuoka-native member, - Kawashiri Ren!

Interview Now | Japan｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Music｜ Talent/Idol｜ J-POP｜ K-POP｜ Club music｜

2020.09.09

Interview Now - 向山毅 Mukaiyama Takeshi (SOLIDEMO) -

Sometimes cool, sometimes elegant - it is the eight-member vocal group SOLIDEMO. This time, we have done an email interview with one of the members, Mukaiyama Takeshi, the sub-leader of the group and is known for his high-pitched singing!

Interview Now | Japan｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Music｜ Talent/Idol｜ J-POP｜ Club music｜

2020.08.18

Rinne (Rin音)

A rap song that has gone viral among teenagers on social medias in 2020 spring - "snow jam". Rinne, born in Munakata City, Fukuoka, is expected to play a big role in Japanese hip hop in the future!

Feature "Music Scene!!! - featuring artists with links to FUKUOKA! -" | Japan｜ Music｜ Talent/Idol｜ Trends｜ J-POP｜ Club music｜ videos｜

2020.06.11

Interview Now - lyrical school -

This time we will be introducing the 5 member-hip hop group "lyrical school", who are known for their light rap music style with exhilarating rhythm. An email interview following the release of their first EP "OK!!!!!" has been carried out. Check this out to find out more about the gifts for readers!

Interview Now | Japan｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Music｜ J-POP｜ Club music｜

2020.06.04

The Internationally renowned PIKOTARO's PPAP returns in a "Hand-washing" version!

PIKOTARO has released a new "Hand-washing Video" on YouTube! Let's Wash! Wash! Wash!

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) | Japan｜ Music｜ Talent/Idol｜ Trends｜ J-POP｜ Club music｜ videos｜

2020.05.14

Enjoy anime songs at one of the biggest dance clubs in Kyushu♪ "ANISON NIPPON in bijou" will take place on 13th February 2020!

Enjoy anime songs at one of the biggest dance clubs in Kyushu♪ "ANISON NIPPON in bijou" will take place on 13th February 2020!

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Upcoming Events｜ Music｜ Anime｜ J-POP｜ Club music｜

2020.02.03

Experience the latest technology and great entertainment! "The Creators" is back! This is an brilliant opportunity to enjoy lots of awesome interactive attractions!

Experience the latest technology and great entertainment! "The Creators" is back and will take place from Saturday 21st to 22nd September! This is an brilliant opportunity to enjoy lots of awesome interactive attractions! The line-up features all kinds of fabulous artists! There will also be some great booths set up inside the venue! Admission is free, so don't miss out!

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Experiences & workshops｜ Music｜ Event Reports｜ Art｜ Club music｜

2019.09.18

"THE LIVELY" has finally opened in Fukuoka! Check-out this lifestyle hotel's stylish, open plan interior!

One of the main aims of "THE LIVELY FUKUOKA" hotel is to create "a place that brings together opportunities, information and people from all over the world." The renovated interior of the 50-year-old building looks great on camera!

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Accommodation｜ Music｜ sightseeing｜ Club music｜

2019.08.16

"THE LIVELY" has finally opened in Fukuoka! Check-out this lifestyle hotel's stylish, open plan interior!

One of the main aims of "THE LIVELY FUKUOKA" hotel is to create "a place that brings together opportunities, information and people from all over the world." The renovated interior of the 50-year-old building looks great on camera!

A Guide to Unique & Funky Hotels in Fukuoka! | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Accommodation｜ Music｜ sightseeing｜ Club music｜

2019.08.16

SUNSET LIVE 2019

One of the biggest summer festivals in Fukuoka, "SUNSET LIVE", will be held at Keya Beach and Camping Ground in Itoshima, Fukuoka for 2 days from Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th September! asianbeat presents pre-event info and after report on what the festival will be like on the day. Enjoy!

Sunset Live | Fukuoka｜ Upcoming Events｜ Music｜ Hot Spot｜ J-POP｜ Club music｜

2019.07.09

On 2 May (Thursday, Public Holiday), an Anison specialized event "ANISON NIPPON 2019" will take place in Fukuoka!

On 2 May (Thursday, public holiday), at IMS Square in Tenjin, Fukuoka, the free, outdoor DJ event, "ANISON NIPPON 2019," will be held for the first time! A total of 18 Anison DJs are scheduled to take the stage! Fans of Anison, don't miss this!

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Upcoming Events｜ Music｜ Anime｜ J-POP｜ Club music｜

2019.04.05

ASIAN NEW ARTIST LIVE｜Charlie Lim［Singapore］

The last day of "FUKUOKA ASIAN PICKS" featured great performances! Singaporean singer-songwriter Charlie Lim was the final act to take to the stage during the ASIAN NEW ARTIST LIVE section of the event! Large crowds gathered to listen to his relaxed, easy-going music! Read on to find-out more!

Feature FAP2018 "FUKUOKA ASIAN PICKS" | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Singapore｜ Music｜ Event Reports｜ Club music｜

2018.10.24

ASIAN NEW ARTIST LIVE｜TENDRE［Japan］

Read on to find-out more about the first day of "FUKUOKA ASIAN PICKS!" The second ASIAN NEW ARTIST LIVE to take to the stage was TENDRE! The group also performed at the "SUNSET LIVE" festival at the beginning of September, meaning that this was their second visit to Fukuoka within the space of a month! They will also be playing live in the city again on 20th November!

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2018.10.24

ASIAN NEW ARTIST LIVE｜週末 (SHUMATSU) CITY PLAY BOYZ［Japan / Fukuoka］

The opening day of "FUKUOKA ASIAN PICKS!" was full of excitement! The four-piece hip-hop crew Shumatsu CITY PLAY BOYZ were the first ASIAN NEW ARTIST LIVE to perform! The group first started out in Fukuoka last year and have been active on the music scene since!

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2018.10.19

ASIAN NEW ARTIST LIVE｜Beverly［Philippines］

The "Fukuoka ASIAN PICKS" treated the audience to some great music!! The third ASIAN NEW ARTIST LIVE act to take to the stage was the talented singer Beverly! The Filipino-native has an incredibly powerful voice! She can hit wonderful high notes and has an awesome vocal range!

Feature FAP2018 "FUKUOKA ASIAN PICKS" | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Music｜ Event Reports｜ J-POP｜ Club music｜

2018.10.17