World Fashion Snaps / Fukuoka × OMULA BEAUTY CREATES - Spring / Summer 2020 -

Check-out the latest installment in our "World Fashion Snaps" series. This edition features eight representatives from OMULA BEAUTY CREATES, a fashion college based in Fukuoka, Japan! Get inspired by the OMULA students' unique "Spring / Summer" styles!

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2020.04.03

Udonbiyori (うどん日和)

Find-out more about "Udonbiyori!" One of this restaurant's most famous dishes is the "Avocado to Ebi-ten Bukkake" (avocado and shrimp tempura bukkake udon)!

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

2020.03.31

Interview Now - たなきゃん (Tanakyan) -

Clothes, shoes, bags, hair color... Tanakyan's (Tanaka Aya) colorful appearance is so vivid and eye catching! We met up with her as she sets on her journey as a fashion creator. We got to speak about all kinds of fashion related topics.

Interview Now | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Fashion｜ Trends｜

2020.03.31

"THE BASICS FUKUOKA" is now open! The lobby library, which is home to 5,000 books, has been gaining a lot of attention!

The old Hyatt Regency Fukuoka has been refurbished and relaunched! The accommodation facility is now called "THE BASICS FUKUOKA!" The lobby library, which is home to about 5,000 books, has been generating a lot of interest!

A Guide to Unique & Funky Hotels in Fukuoka! | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Accommodation｜ Gourmet｜ sightseeing｜

2020.03.19

The site is full of beautiful scenery that reminds you Spring time has arrived♪ "Michi no Eki Harazuru Farm Station Basaro"

"Michi no Eki Harazuru Farm Station Basaro" (Asakura City, Fukuoka Prefecture) is famous for its canola flowers, which bloom from February to March every year!

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Upcoming Events｜ sightseeing｜ Hot Spot｜

2020.03.16

The site is full of beautiful scenery that reminds you Spring time has arrived♪ "Michi no Eki Harazuru Farm Station Basaro"

"Michi no Eki Harazuru Farm Station Basaro" (Asakura City, Fukuoka Prefecture) is famous for its canola flowers, which bloom from February to March every year!

FUKUOKA COLORS | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Upcoming Events｜ sightseeing｜ Hot Spot｜

2020.03.16

An interactive, photo friendly art exhibition called "VINYL MUSEUM" has finally arrived in Kyushu! It will be on display in Fukuoka PARCO until 5th April♪

An interactive, photo friendly art exhibition called "VINYL MUSEUM" has finally arrived in Kyushu! It will be on display in Fukuoka PARCO until 5th April♪

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Upcoming Events｜ Experiences & workshops｜ Fashion｜ Event Reports｜ Trends｜ Art｜

2020.03.13

Chikugo Area Guide (Chikugo shi) Brought to you by Reporter Xiangyu

"This is Fukuoka" is a series that gives members of the international community an opportunity to introduce a range of exciting local attractions. The reporter for this installment is Xiangyu from Changchun, China! Xiangyu went to discover some popular sites in Chikugo City!

Articles Sorted by Area | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Experiences & workshops｜ Gourmet｜ sightseeing｜ Hot Spot｜

2020.03.12

Ikeda Kasuri Kobo (池田絣工房)

We visited "Ikeda Kasuri Kobo" to learn more about the indigo dying process! I tried dying clothes using this method for the first time! I took a plain white t-shirt, put together my own pattern, and then dipped it in an indigo solution until I saw a beautiful samurai blue color emerge!

Fukuoka Products | Fukuoka｜ Experiences & workshops｜ Fashion｜ sightseeing｜ Hot Spot｜

2020.03.12

Exciting English videos that explore "The Sacred Island of Okinoshima and the Associated Sites in the Munakata Region" are now available!

Robert Campbell, a well-known academic who studies Japanese literature, paid a visit to world heritage sites in Munakata and Fukutsu City! Promotional videos are now available on the official website, giving you the chance to learn more about a history that dates back to the 4th century, the beautiful surrounding landscapes, and the views of local residents!

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Experiences & workshops｜ Talent/Idol｜ sightseeing｜ videos｜

2020.03.11

Awashima Jinja (粟島神社)

We visited Awashima Jinja, a shrine inside the Rokusho-gu, which is located in Hainuzuka, Chikugo City. During our trip we discovered a very small Torii gates! We tried to crawl through the small gate to receive a blessing for good health!

Sightseeing | Fukuoka｜ Experiences & workshops｜ sightseeing｜ Hot Spot｜

2020.03.06

conami (こなみ)

Extra edition! Our latest installment focuses on "conami." This delightful restaurant is run by the wife of Yuichiro Yamada, the author of the "♥Fukuoka Udon" series!

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

2020.02.29

The "大浮世絵展" (Five Ukiyo-e Favorites UTAMARO, SHARAKU, HOKUSAI, HIROSHIGE, and KUNIYOSHI)" exhibition is now on at the Fukuoka Art Museum! The event, which runs until 22nd March, is a great chance to see a fabulous collection of ukiyo-e masterpieces!

The "Five Ukiyo-e Favorites UTAMARO, SHARAKU, HOKUSAI, HIROSHIGE, and KUNIYOSHI" exhibition is now on display at the Fukuoka Art Museum! The event will run until 22nd March and is a great chance to find-out more about ukiyo-e, one of Japan's most famous art forms!

EVENT SNAPS | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Upcoming Events｜ Event Reports｜ sightseeing｜ Art｜

2020.02.29

Chikushi Sekijin (筑紫石人)

Wow! What is that? We found a mysterious statue at Chikugo Regional Park. The gorgeous recreational space is located in Chikugo-shi, Japan!

A Guide to Spiritual Spots in Fukuoka! | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Hot Spot｜

2020.02.21

Michelin-recognized Shanghai cuisine in Fukuoka! We went to check-out the shengjian bao buns at "Da Fu Shu!"

A Michelin-recognized Shanghai cuisine in Fukuoka! "Da Fu Shu" is a takeout that specializes in shengjian (xiao long) bao buns! The eatery's grand opening is Friday 21st February!

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) | Japan｜ China｜ Fukuoka｜ Gourmet｜ Trends｜ Hot Spot｜

2020.02.18

Mizuta Tenmangu (水田天満宮) ＆ Koinoki Jinja (恋木神社)

In this article we'll be telling you more about "Mizuta Tenmangu," which is dedicated to deity of learning, and "Koinoki Jinja," a shrine that worships the god of love! Both are located in Chikugo City. It's a great chance to pray to the gods of learning and love at the same time!

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2020.02.13

[EVENT CANCELLED] One of the most hotly contested annual ramen battles is back! The "Kitakyushu Ramen Championship 2020" will take place at Mojiko Retro Central Square on 14th and 15th March 2020!

The "Kitakyushu Ramen Championship" is now celebrating its 10th anniversary. The heated battle is about to get underway! This year, the contest will take place at Mojiko Central Square on 14th and 15th March! We can't wait to find-out which restaurant will be crowned champion for 2020!

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Upcoming Events｜ Gourmet｜

2020.02.10

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

Udon Ōta (饂飩 おおた)

The latest instalment in our series focuses on "Udon Ōta," which opened in January 2019. The restaurant is located right in the heart of the city! It is super convenient!

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

2020.01.31

Kitakyushu Area Guide (Kokurakita-ku, Kitakyushu-shi) Brought to you by Reporter Patrick

The "This is Fukuoka" installment explores the charms of Fukuoka from the points of view of foreigners living there. This time, our reporter Patrick, from Boston, USA, has visited some highly-recommended spots in Kokura, Kitakyushu City!

Articles Sorted by Area | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Experiences & workshops｜ Gourmet｜ sightseeing｜ Hot Spot｜

2020.01.30