Chanohado / 茶の葉堂

Introducing "Chanohado", a Yame tea specialty store that offers desserts and a wide variety of tea made in Okuyame area, which is rich in nature. It is a teahouse filled with Japanese flair where Japanese traditional chair and umbrella can be seen in front of the store, and is perfect for taking a break with the exquisite matcha soft serve ice cream and freshly brewed tea!

Fukuoka Eat & Drink Guide - Buckle Up Your Taste Buds! | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Gourmet｜ Hot Spot｜

2021.09.08

"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

The mystery solving game event "DIGIMON ADVENTURE: in NAZOTOMO" is running at Hamleys Canal City Hakata!

"DIGIMON ADVENTURE: in NAZOTOMO" is a limited-time event held at Hamleys Canal City Hakata until 3rd October (Sun), where you can enjoy solving mystery game in the universe of TV anime "#DIGIMON ADVENTURE:"!

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2021.09.03

"About dreams"

Introducing Yamada Zenjido’s Ukiyo-e inspired illustrations featuring a series of “common things” that almost everyone can relate to! Did you have the same experience as shown in "About dreams"?

Yamada Zenjido's "ARUARU" Diary - Common stories that you can relate to! - | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Manga｜ Art｜

2021.08.31

Interview Now - 山田全自動 (Yamada Zenjido) -

The serialized column "Yamada Zenjido's 'ARUARU' Diary" featuring Ukiyo-e style illustrations and "common stories" is here to cheer you up♪ Check out our interview with Yamada Zenjido, the artist who creates incredibly enjoyable illustrations!

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2021.08.31

Saifu Udon / さいふうどん

Introducing "Saifu Udon" (in Dazaifu City), operated by the long-established "Kimura Seimenjo (Noodle Factory)". Its signature "Saifu Udon" has its name from the restaurant, and has revived the udon that used to be popular in this region!

♥ FUKUOKA UDON - Noodle writer Yuichiro Yamada's top recommendations! | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Gourmet｜

2021.08.31

Voice actor supporting event originated in Fukuoka ― "Next Stars Circle vol.6" ― scheduled on 26th September (Sunday)!

The voice actor supporting event originated in Fukuoka that allows us to know more about voice actors ― "Next Stars Circle vol.6" ― is scheduled on 26th September (Sun)! Sato Gen who voiced-over Tomozaki Fumiya in "TOMOZAKI-kun / The Low Tier Character", and Amasaki Kohei who played Otto Suwen in "Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World-" are coming to Fukuoka!

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2021.08.26

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

Interview Now - 松山洋 (Matsuyama Hiroshi) ＆ Yoann Gueritot -

"Fuga: Melodies of Steel" is a video game developed and published by CyberConnect2 (based in Fukuoka) in July. Check out the interview with the CEO of CyberConnect2, Matsuyama Hiroshi, and the game designer Yoann Gueritot!

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2021.08.24

A Japanese summer tradition ― eating Somen noodles!

Summer in Japan is hot and humid! And Somen noodles would probably be what you are craving for in these hot days. You can either enjoy it in a plate or by using a Nagashi Somen machine! Find out more about this refreshing Japanese summer meal♪

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2021.08.20

"Meet Fukuoka in Asia! ─ The Movie" is completed! Experiences with Fukuoka specialties and traditional crafts!

The 2020 asianbeat・FACo Kawaii Ambassadors from China, Vietnam, Thailand, and Taiwan have had experiences with Fukuoka specialties and traditional crafts in different places in Asia! We've compiled all their precious moments to one video: "Meet Fukuoka in Asia! ─ The Movie"♪ Their expressive reactions are a must-see♪

Meet Fukuoka in Asia featuring Kawaii Ambassadors! | Japan｜ China｜ Thailand ｜ Taiwan｜ Vietnam｜ Fukuoka｜ Experiences & workshops｜ Gourmet｜

2021.08.17

Meet Fukuoka in Asia featuring Kawaii Ambassadors!

The asianbeat FACo Kawaii Ambassadors from China, Vietnam, Thailand and Taiwan selected last year will be sharing their experiences with Fukuoka's gourmet food and traditional crafts while being outside of Japan! Don't miss out their most natural reactions from the photos and videos in this special feature! Let's discover the charm of Fukuoka together!

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2021.08.17

Seala Brasserie and Lounge

Enjoy a buffet at the spacious atrium at "Seala Brasserie and Lounge", located on the 4th floor of Hilton Fukuoka Sea Hawk! Check out the "Hilton Sweets Buffet: SWEETS POP ART" which is available only on weekends and public holidays until 26th September (Sun)!

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2021.08.10

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

"BEASTARS EXHIBITION" running at Kitakyushu Manga Museum until 29 Aug (Sun)♪

"BEASTARS" is an "animal version of drama manga" that depicts a world where herbivores and carnivores coexist. As a commemoration of the completion of the manga series, you can now visit its universe at the "BEASTARS EXHIBITION" which will be held until 29th August (Sun) at Kitakyushu Manga Museum, Fukuoka, Japan!

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2021.08.03

Beef Motsunabe Restaurant Nanokawa / 牛もつ鍋 なの川

It's summer, and it's when the beef motsunabe restaurant "Nanokawa" promoting not only motsunabe but also kakigōri (Shaved ice)! The shaved "Hakata Junpyo" ice is so fluffy! And the handmade syrup and cream would satisfy you until the last bite♪

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2021.08.02

Daisukeudon / 大助うどん

Introducing Daisukeudon (Fukuoka City), a restaurant with the motto of serving purely handmade udon. You will find a wide variety of classic and special dishes here♪

♥ FUKUOKA UDON - Noodle writer Yuichiro Yamada's top recommendations! | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Gourmet｜

2021.07.30

JOSUIAN Hakataekimae Honten / 如水庵 博多駅前本店

JOSUIAN is a long-established wagashi (Japanese confectionery) store in Fukuoka that has been making the popular "Tsukushi Mochi" and other wagashi that shows the value of tradition and seasonality. As its Hakataekimae Honten store reopened in July 2021 after a renovation, it started to launch "Ofuku Daifuku" and has set up a corner displaying local crafts!

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2021.07.29

"KINGDOM exhibition The Road of SHIN" runs at FUKUOKA ART MUSEUM, celebrating the 15th anniversary of serialization!

Celebrating the 15th anniversary of serialization, "KINGDOM exhibition The Road of SHIN" will be introducing its charm at FUKUOKA ART MUSEUM from 3rd August (Tuesday) to 26th September (Sunday)!

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2021.07.19

CyberConnect2's first self-published video game for celebrating the 25th anniversary - "Fuga: Melodies of Steel" - to be released on 29th July (Thu)!

CyberConnect2 is a video game company based in Fukuoka, Japan. Its first self-published video game, a dramatic simulation RPG named "Fuga: Melodies of Steel" will be released on 29th July (Thursday)! Available in 9 languages including English and French♪

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2021.07.16