2014 Fukuoka Motor Show to take place January 24th-27th!

The motor show that makes its way to Fukuoka every 2 years is back at last! At the forefronts of this is asianbeat in collaboration with this event to bring you the "Itasha Award."

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) | Fukuoka｜ Manga｜ Anime｜ Game & e-Sports｜ Event Reports｜ sightseeing｜ Trends｜ Hot Spot｜ Art｜

2013.11.22

[Photo Report] A sneak preview of an "Evangelion" exhibition!

The first-ever, full-scale "Evangelion" exhibition kicks off!

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

2013.11.19

Fukuoka Otaku Map #01 Gee! Store

Gee! Store Fukuoka in Tenjin Kita is your one-stop shop for all your character goods and cosplay item needs!

Fukuoka Otaku Map | Fukuoka｜ sightseeing｜ Hot Spot｜

2013.11.18

Top Reads for Autumn Nights! Light Novel and Comic Report

It's autumn! And as the days grow shorter and the weather gets cooler it's the perfect time for staying up late in the cool night air. That's why today we're introducing novels and comics that are perfect for whiling away the long nights.

manga | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Manga｜ Trends｜

2013.11.12

Cosplay Parade & Photo Session in Daimyo Festival 2013

A cosplay photo report of the Cosplay Parade & Photo session in "Daimyo Festival 2013"

COSPLAY SNAPS | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Cosplay｜ Event Reports｜

2013.11.04

Studio Ghibli Layout Designs in Fukuoka!

Finally the Studio Ghibli Layout Design Exhibition comes to Fukuoka!

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

2013.11.02

[Photo Report] "The Gundam World" makes its way to Fukuoka!

Today we'd like to share with you our photo report from the "Gundam World 2013 in Hakata" event that took place from October 5th in one of Hakata's biggest shopping malls, Canal City Hakata.

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

2013.10.07

[Photo Report] "Puella Magi Madoka Magica" Exhibition of original image reproductions

"Puella Magi Madoka Magica" Exhibition is currently held in Fukuoka.

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

2013.10.04

The Second Annual asianbeat 4Koma Manga Contest

As a follow-up to last year, asianbeat would like to continue the tradition in fostering shared values and mutual understanding amongst teenagers and young adults all over the world through the phenomenon that has overtaken the globe: manga.

Award | Japan｜ China｜ Fukuoka｜ Other Areas｜ Manga｜ Event Reports｜

2013.09.20

Special Yukata Collection of 2013

For this 2013 edition, we've taken a series of street snaps of Fukuoka city's downtown area, Tenjin of people wearing what are supposedly the in-styles of yukata this year. Please take a look for yourself!

fashion | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Fashion｜ Trends｜

2013.08.26

Classic Tonkotsu Ramen - Ichiran Report

In the summer of next year there are plans to open another Ichiran in New York. We visited to the flagship restaurant to find out the secret behind Ichiran's rows of Chinese lanterns and their souvenir corner.

feature | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Gourmet｜

2013.07.25

Japan Lolita Association Tea Party - photo report (Part2)

Japan Lolita Association Tea Party - photo report (Part2)

FASHION SNAPS | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Fashion｜ Talent/Idol｜

2013.07.12

Japan Lolita Association Tea Party - photo report (Part1)

Japan Lolita Association Tea Party - photo report (Part1)

FASHION SNAPS | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Fashion｜ Talent/Idol｜

2013.07.08

YAMAKASA Special

If you ask a Fukuoka native what comes to mind when they think of Hakata, most will probably answer “Yamakasa.” That’s how deeply rooted Yamakasa is in the lifestyle of Fukuoka and is a tradition that has been cherished and upheld for many years.

events | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Event Reports｜ sightseeing｜

2013.07.04

Fukuoka: My Second Home -The Charm of Fukuoka Through the Eyes of an International Student

Did you know that after Tokyo and Osaka, Fukuoka is the next prefecture with the highest number of international students? Currently there are approximately 9000 students from around 100 different countries studying in Fukuoka prefecture. Today we would like to show you a video by an former international student, reflecting on what she found so attractive about Fukuoka!

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

2013.06.10

From Fukuoka to the World: Kawaii Culture is here to stay!

From Fukuoka to the World: Kawaii Culture is here to stay!

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

2013.06.08

Hooked on BAND A

Recently, I discovered and have taken a liking to a band known as BAND A and therefore would like to talk a bit about them.

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Tokyo｜ Music｜ J-POP｜

2013.06.06

[Photo Report] “The Evangelion and Katana (Japanese swords) Exhibition”

“The Evangelion and Katana (Japanese swords) Exhibition” is currently being held at Nishitetsu Hall in Fukuoka City.　At the entrance, you are welcomed by the panels of Asuka, Rei, Mari, Shinji and Kaworu.

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

2013.05.24

Hakata Dontaku 2013 Photo Gallery

In Fukuoka prefecture over the Golden Week holiday the well-known Hakata Dontaku festival was held on May 4th. Please take a look at and enjoy our collection of photos!

Hakata Dontaku | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Event Reports｜ sightseeing｜

2013.05.16

Hakata Dontaku

Hakata Dontaku, an annual festival that takes place in Fukuoka City on May 3rd and 4th each year.

events | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Event Reports｜ sightseeing｜

2013.05.01