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!

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2013.05.16

Hakata Dontaku

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

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2013.05.01

Hakata Dontaku Terminology

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

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

2013.05.01

Hakata Dontaku

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

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2013.04.30

Japanese Sake Gets a 'Moe' Makeover!

Kitakyushu releases a new collaborative brand of sake between 'moe' characters and local sake breweries. Residents of Kitakyushu, hold on to your hats as "Moe Sake" starts to hit the shelves!

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2013.04.19

Let's Enjoy Fukuoka presented by Fukuoka Now

You can find easy - reporting on various hot-spots Fukuoka Restaurants in and around Fukuoka.

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2013.03.04

Japan Rediscovers ‘Yurukyara’ Mascots

It has been a couple months since the 2012 ‘yurukyara’ grand prize contest has come to a close. Let's take a look at the winners!

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Other genre｜ sightseeing｜ デイリートピックス週末版｜

2012.12.10

Fun and Fascinating Fukuoka Part 2: Yanagawa Boat Cruises, Okawa, and the Yame Doll Hall

From the ordinary to the extraordinary, we will be selecting some of the best spots that Fukuoka has to offer, some of which are from our very own experiences. This second installment will be featuring: Yanagawa, Okawa River, and the Chikugo area, including Yame.

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Other genre｜ sightseeing｜ デイリートピックス週末版｜

2012.12.03

Christmas in Fukuoka!

With Fukuoka full of festive cheer and anticipating the upcoming Christmas holiday, dazzling lights and decorations are being strung up around nearly every corner of this beautiful city.

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Other genre｜ sightseeing｜ デイリートピックス週末版｜

2012.11.30

Fun and Fascinating Fukuoka Part1: Sazae-san Street, Dante Monument & Hard Rock Cafe

From the ordinary to the extraordinary, we will be selecting some of the best spots that Fukuoka has to offer, some of which are from our very own experiences. First on the agenda: The Momochi Area – home to Fukuoka Tower and Yahoo Dome.

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Other genre｜ sightseeing｜ デイリートピックス週末版｜

2012.11.12

#23 The Nation's 'Moe' Characters Assemble for the "Moe 1 Grand Prix" in Akihabara

Without a doubt, the Japanese word to spread throughout the world more than any other in the 21st century would have to be "kawaii," but there's also another word which is fast converging on globalization in its own right. That word is "moe."

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2012.10.30

[JAPAN! JAPAN! JAPAN!]#17 Why Young People Everywhere Want to Visit Japan.

In November 2009, I helped organize the Japan Pop Culture Festival (aka. J Fest) in Moscow, but until I stood up on stage at that event, never did I think that Moscow would become like a home to me.

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2012.09.19

Tokyo Skytree ‘Moe~’!

Tokyo Skytree-cum-moe character?? How Japan’s latest high-rise attraction is being reported in Taiwan.

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2012.05.24

Fresh and affordable lunch in Fukuoka!!

Don’t you ever just want to go on a trip somewhere that’s not overrun by tourists – somewhere only true locals know about? That’s exactly the kind of place you can expect of Fukuoka’s “sengyo ichiba” – the Fukuoka Fish Market!

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2012.04.26

Inside the musical-comedy drag show spectacular "Anmitsu Hime"

Men, women, and those somewhere in between! Here's what you can expect from the the hive of excitement that is "Anmitsu Hime"!

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2012.04.24

Yonehara Yasumasa presents - Moshi Moshi Kawaii Harajuku!

Yone-chan, aka Yonehara Yasumasa, has recently opened a store in Harajuku, specializing in all things kawaii. If it’s Japanese kawaii culture you’re after, look no further!

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2012.04.17

Canal City Hakata - Gourmet Tour!

In my last report I introduced you to a few of the shops in the newest addition to the Canal City complex, the East Building, but Canal City isn’t only about fashion, it’s also a gourmet wonderland! Allow me to introduce you to a few of my favorite ramen shops and cafés that you can find in Canal City Hakata!

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2012.04.13

“Tsukemen”: It’s ramen with a twist!

Fukuoka is well known for its local specialty: ramen! A little less well known, however, is “tsukemen.” I had never heard of it before myself – good enough reason for an article I thought!

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2011.12.19

One of Fukuoka's "Big Three" Festivals, Hojoya! Festival Report!

From September 12-18 every year, the Hakozaki Shrine in Fukuoka city plays host to the Hojoya festival, one of Fukuoka's three biggest festival events. I attended the opening day of the festival this year and here's what I thought...(read on!)

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2011.09.29