Fukuoka Kawaii Trip ♥

The Chinese Kawaii Ambassadors PipiChu and Cheng JiaQi went out with the Vietnamese Kawaii Ambassadors Do Thi To Uyen and Trinh Thi Thu Huyen to visit some of the most spoken about Fukuoka hotspots! What kind of exciting encounters lie in store for these 4 on their travels? Let's join them to find out!

FACo2016 After Report | Japan｜ China｜ Vietnam｜ Fukuoka｜ sightseeing｜

2016.08.31

Fukuoka Otaku Map-ver. 痛 (Two) - "Tenjin Style"

In this edition of our all new and improved Fukuoka Otaku Map ver. 痛 (Two), we will be introducing "Tenjin Style."
We've got lots of photos for you to enjoy in our report, so be sure to check them out!

Fukuoka Otaku Map | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Hot Spot｜

2016.08.24

Overflowing with laughter, Beat Takeshi’s "Art Takeshi Exhibition" makes its way to the Fukuoka Asian Art Museum!

Beat Takeshi is not only a much loved and admired comedian, but also a world renowned a film director. A multi-talented individual, the Fukuoka Asian Art Museum, will be hosting an exhibition featuring 100 pieces of his artwork, including films, prints and collages!

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Event Reports｜ Talent/Idol｜ Hot Spot｜ Art｜ Hobbies｜

2016.08.18

Tenjin Chikagai's new currency exchange machines and refurbished European-style toilets!

With Kyushu's first currency exchange machines capable of dealing with transactions in both directions newly installed and refurbished stylish toilets open for the public, Tenjin Chikagai, which this September celebrates its 40th year in business, is becoming increasingly more convenient and customer-friendly!

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ sightseeing｜

2016.08.08

Daikaiju invades Fukuoka Art Museum! Tracking the traces of the “Godzilla” movies!

The latest in the series of "Godzilla" movies, "Shin Godzilla" hits cinemas in Japan TODAY! The final exhibition before the Fukuoka Art Museum undergoes a period of renovation will be "Godzilla at the Museum: Creative Tracks of Daikaiju," which opened on Friday 15th July 2016!

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Art｜ Movies｜

2016.07.29

Editorial Dept. Nene’s Hotspots to Visit in China - Wuzhen -

Here, asianbeat staff member Nene, who looks after the Chinese language section of our website, will be introducing us to some highly recommended tourist hot spots in China! In this first edition we will be exploring "Wuzhen." Located in the suburbs of Shanghai, this canal district is known as the "Venice of Asia!"

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

2016.07.27

The “World of Sakura Momoko” at the Kitakyushu Manga Museum! An anniversary exhibition marking 30 years since her debut!

2014 marked 30 years since Sakura Momoko's debut! And as a means of bringing all of her work and related memorabilia together, a commemorative exhibition has been touring the country. This summer it will be at the Kitakyushu Manga Musuem so make sure not to miss-out!

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

2016.07.21

The hands-on, realistic survival game "ATTACK THE FUKUOKA CASTLE" is here!

Having already been held last summer and this spring, "ATTACK THE FUKUOKA CASTLE," which has been gaining popularity is back again this summer! Make a group with people from various parts of the world, figure-out puzzles and solve the mystery of Fukuoka Castle!

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Game & e-Sports｜ Event Reports｜ sightseeing｜

2016.07.20

Hakata Gion Yamakasa 2016 "Kazariyama / Kakiyama" Photo Report

"Hakata Gion Yamakasa" is a traditional festival that has almost come to represent Fukuoka as a whole. In our photo-report, we will be introducing "Kazariyama," as well as "Kakiyama", which are actually carried around the streets of Hakata, at the "Oiyama!"

EVENT SNAPS | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Manga｜ Anime｜ Event Reports｜ sightseeing｜ Trends｜

2016.07.14

[Hot Spots] Kyushu National Museum (九州国立博物館)

Experience Asia and a history filled with drama at the Kyushu National Museum! Located very close to the historically significant Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine, this breathtaking museum was the fourth national museum to be built after Tokyo, Nara and Kyoto.

Hot Spots - Things to see and do! | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ sightseeing｜ Hot Spot｜ Art｜

2016.07.12

[Feature] Fukuoka Manhole Guide “Like an Art Gallery at Your Very Feet”

In this feature we will be talking about "manholes," which have been gaining increasing attention in recent years for their artistic merit. Check-out our manhole map of Fukuoka, an interview about the recent manhole mania, all as we delve into the world of manholes!

feature | Fukuoka｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ sightseeing｜ Art｜

2016.06.29

"ONE PIECE FILM GOLD Canal Splash!" is hitting Canal City Hakata!

Check-out the special collaboration between the theatrical version "ONE PIECE FILM GOLD" and "Canal Splash," called "ONE PIECE FILM GOLD Canal Splash!"

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) | Fukuoka｜ Anime｜ Event Reports｜ sightseeing｜ Hot Spot｜ Movies｜

2016.06.27

A first for Kyushu! An exchange center for both overseas tourists and locals has been set up in Tenjin!

With Canal City Hakata's LAOX leading from the front, the number of shops targeting overseas tourists is continuing to grow! And that's why JTB has set up a community center that aims to facilitate exchange between overseas tourists and local citizens!

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

2016.06.22

The hugely popular Taiwanese cosplayers MON and STAY stopped by Fukuoka!

We invited the hugely popular Taiwanese cosplayers MON and STAY to come Fukuoka and report on various locations throughout the prefecture!

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) | Fukuoka｜ Cosplay｜ sightseeing｜ Hot Spot｜

2016.06.20

The Fukuoka Overseas Student's Association (FOSA) "Welcome Party 2016"!!

On Saturday 28th May 2016 the Fukuoka Overseas Student Association (FOSA) held their “Welcome Party 2016” at the Fukuoka Education Center. There was around 250 overseas students from 30 different countries and regions throughout the world in attendance!

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) | Fukuoka｜ Other Areas｜ Event Reports｜

2016.06.17

The "Japan Heritage 'Western Capital of Ancient Japan' Dazaifu" is an app available in 4 different languages, which gives you a taste of Japan Heritage Dazaifu!

The "Japan Heritage 'Western Capital of Ancient Japan' Dazaifu" is a super convenient app that will help visitors to Dazaifu enjoy and experience all the historical sites and cultural assets that the local area has to offer!

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

2016.06.16

Results from the “World Cosplay Summit, Japanese Preliminary!” The representatives for Japan at this year’s WCS will be…

The "World Cosplay Summit 2016, Japanese Preliminary” was held in Tokyo on May 29th 2016! They were 5 acts participating and the fabulous Fukuoka-based duo known as “horizon.” won the chance to represent Japan at the competition!

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) | Japan｜ Vietnam｜ Fukuoka｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Cosplay｜ Game & e-Sports｜ Event Reports｜ sightseeing｜

2016.06.09

[Hot Spots] Aruaru City

Established in 2012, “Aruaru City” is a huge shopping center that deals and sells all kinds of products, including manga, anime, games , as well as figurines.

Hot Spots - Things to see and do! | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Gourmet｜ sightseeing｜ Hot Spot｜

2016.05.30

Promotional Videos for the “Visit Fukuoka, Birthplace of Tonkotsu Ramen” Campaign!

Check-out the "I LOVE Tonkotsu Ramen" Trilogy! A special 3 part video series!

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) | Japan｜ Thailand ｜ Taiwan｜ Fukuoka｜ Taipei｜ Hong Kong｜ Bangkok｜ Gourmet｜ videos｜

2016.05.11

[Feature] FACo2016

"Fukuoka Asia Collection (FACo) 2016" marked the 8th time that this fantastic event has been held. Check-out our "After Report" to experience all the excitement from the day for yourself!

Fukuoka Asia Collection (FACo) | Japan｜ China｜ Thailand ｜ Taiwan｜ Vietnam｜ Fukuoka｜ Fashion｜ Event Reports｜ Talent/Idol｜ Trends｜

2016.05.06