"The 6th Kitakyushu International Manga Competition"

The "Kitakyushu International Manga Competition" is a four-frame manga contest started since 2016 for the purpose of promoting manga culture. Stay tuned for information of the 6th competition in this special feature!

[Feature] "KITAKYUSHU INTERNATIONAL MANGA COMPETITION" | Japan｜ China｜ Korea｜ Thailand ｜ Taiwan｜ Fukuoka｜ Other Areas｜ Manga｜ Event Reports｜ Art｜

2021.12.10

"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!

Fukuoka Asia Collection (FACo) | Japan｜ China｜ Thailand ｜ Taiwan｜ Vietnam｜ Fukuoka｜ Experiences & workshops｜ Fashion｜ Gourmet｜ sightseeing｜

2021.08.17

Rediscover the deliciousness of specialties in Fukuoka - Karashi Mentaiko & Mizutaki!

The 2020 asianbeat FACo Kawaii Ambassadors from China, Vietnam, Thailand and Taiwan will be sharing their experiences with Fukuoka's gourmet food and traditional crafts from Asia! Hsuan (Shih Yu-Hsuan), 2020 Taiwan asianbeat・FACo Kawaii Ambassador who lives in Tokyo, tried Karashi Mentaiko and Mizutaki at "福扇華 (Fukuoka)", an antenna restaurant/shop in Tokyo, Japan! Let's check what did Hsuan think about these Fukuoka's specialities!

Meet Fukuoka in Asia featuring Kawaii Ambassadors! | Japan｜ Taiwan｜ Fukuoka｜ Tokyo｜ Gourmet｜ sightseeing｜

2021.06.09

The 6th Kitakyushu International Manga Competition is calling for entries!

"The 6th Kitakyushu International Manga Competition" is calling for entries! The theme for this time is "Eat". Whether you are a professional or an amateur, put your inspiration into the four frames and apply now!

"The 6th Kitakyushu International Manga Competition" | Japan｜ China｜ Korea｜ Thailand ｜ Taiwan｜ Other Areas｜ Upcoming Events｜ Manga｜ Art｜

2021.06.07

Meet Kurume Kasuri & Kokuraori in Taiwan!

The 2020 asianbeat FACo Kawaii Ambassadors from China, Vietnam, Thailand and Taiwan will be sharing their experiences with Fukuoka's gourmet food and traditional crafts in Asia! This time, we'll be sharing ZUZU's cultural experience in Taiwan as she encounters Fukuoka's traditional crafts - Kurume Kasuri and Kokuraori!

Meet Fukuoka in Asia featuring Kawaii Ambassadors! | Japan｜ Taiwan｜ Fukuoka｜ Experiences & workshops｜ Fashion｜ sightseeing｜

2021.06.03

Falling in love with the traditional Kurume Kasuri & Kokuraori accessories!

The 2020 asianbeat FACo Kawaii Ambassadors from China, Vietnam, Thailand and Taiwan will be sharing their experiences with Fukuoka's gourmet food and traditional crafts in Asia! This time, 2020 Taiwan asianbeat・FACo Kawaii Ambassador - Hsuan (Shih Yu-Hsuan), who lives in Tokyo, will be sharing her experience of trying Fukuoka's traditional crafts - Kurume Kasuri bag and Kokuraori earrings!

Meet Fukuoka in Asia featuring Kawaii Ambassadors! | Japan｜ Taiwan｜ Fukuoka｜ Tokyo｜ Experiences & workshops｜ Fashion｜ sightseeing｜

2021.05.26

Enjoy Fukuoka's specialty Karashi Mentaiko in Taiwan!

The 2020 asianbeat FACo Kawaii Ambassadors from China, Vietnam, Thailand and Taiwan will be sharing their experiences with Fukuoka's gourmet food and traditional crafts in Asia! This time, ZUZU, from Taiwan, is introducing one of Fukuoka's specialties - Karashi Mentaiko!

Meet Fukuoka in Asia featuring Kawaii Ambassadors! | Japan｜ Taiwan｜ Fukuoka｜ Gourmet｜ sightseeing｜

2021.05.20

Interview Now - 雷擎 / L8ching -

The interview with Taiwanese singer-songwriter, L8ching! Performed at the guest live show of FUKUOKA ASIAN PICKS, a music cultural event held online on Saturday 12 and 13 Sunday September 2020.

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2020.12.08

FAP2020 "FUKUOKA ASIAN PICKS"

The creative music festival that connects Fukuoka and Asia, "FUKUOKA ASIAN PICKS 2020", will be held online on 12 September (Saturday) & 13 September (Sunday)! Don't miss out the live video of 6 up-and-coming Asian artists/bands (including "the perfect me" from Fukuoka) and other exciting highlights!

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2020.09.10

FUKUOKA ASIAN PICKS Guest Artists

Introducing 6 up-and-coming artists/bands who will be attending Asian music culture event "FUKUOKA ASIAN PICKS", held online on 12 and 13 September (Saturday & Sunday)!

FAP2020 "FUKUOKA ASIAN PICKS" | Indonesia｜ Japan｜ Thailand ｜ Taiwan｜ Fukuoka｜ Music｜ J-POP｜ Club music｜

2020.09.10

[INFORMATION] Call for entries - The 5th "Kitakyushu International Manga Competition"!

The 5th "Kitakyushu International Manga Competition" call for entries has started from 1st June 2020. Both professionals and amateurs are qualified. For those who are interested in manga, how about giving yourself a chance to take the challenge?

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2020.06.10

WORLD COSPLAY SUMMIT 2020 Japanese Preliminary Kyushu Qualifying Round

The "WORLD COSPLAY SUMMIT 2020 Japanese Preliminary Kyushu Qualifying Round" took place at the "KPF2019!" Three sets of cosplayers delivered powerful performances! The level of competition was off the charts!

COSPLAY SNAPS | Japan｜ Taiwan｜ Fukuoka｜ Manga｜ Anime｜ Cosplay｜ Event Reports｜

2019.12.20

FAP2019 | ASIAN ARTIST PICK UP! - DSPS

The hot new band "DSPS" have been gaining a lot of attention both inside and outside Taiwan. They recently made an appearance at the "Fukuoka Asian Picks" stage! Their clear vocals and beautiful, flowing melodies captivated the audience!

FAP2019 "FUKUOKA ASIAN PICKS" | Japan｜ Taiwan｜ Fukuoka｜ Music｜ Event Reports｜

2019.10.21

Kawaii Ambassadors' Fukuoka Travel Diary

The eight Chinese, Thai, Vietnamese, and Taiwanese Kawaii Ambassadors, selected in the "2019 asianbeat・FACo Kawaii Ambassador Contest", visited Fukuoka City, Itoshima City, and Fukutsu City. They report on seasonal information regarding Fukuoka, such as popular photospots, cafes, and traditional handicraft experiences!

[Feature] FACo2019 | Japan｜ China｜ Thailand ｜ Taiwan｜ Vietnam｜ Fukuoka｜ Accommodation｜ Experiences & workshops｜ Fashion｜ Gourmet｜ sightseeing｜

2019.07.17

[INFORMATION] Calling for Applications for the "Fourth Kitakyushu International Manga Competition"!

The "Fourth Kitakyushu International Manga Competition" is calling for original 4-koma manga! The application window is until 2 p.m. on Monday, 2 September 2019. Interested parties, please be sure to apply!

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2019.06.28

Fukuoka City | Ohori Park

Ohori Park is a place where you can savour rich nature, while being in the heart of the city. Not to mention jogging and walking, we also recommend strolling along the islands and bridges that link up the north and south side of the park. Speaking of the fun that there is to be had at Ohori Park, don't forget a stroll on the lake surface with the staple swan boats!

Kawaii Ambassadors' Fukuoka Travel Diary | Japan｜ Taiwan｜ Fukuoka｜ Experiences & workshops｜ sightseeing｜ Hot Spot｜

2019.06.19

Fukutsu City | 鮨屋台 海の彩 (Sushi Yatai Umi no Iro)

"鮨屋台 海の彩" (Sushi Yatai Umi no Iro) is a sushi restaurant with a great view on the coast of Fukuma, Fukutsu City. When you enter the restaurant and take a seat at the counter, an overwhelming ocean panorama stretches before your eyes! The sushi you eat whilst sitting before this superb view is made primarily using ingredients caught in the Genkai Sea, and so is fresh. You must check out the restaurant original white ponzu!

Kawaii Ambassadors' Fukuoka Travel Diary | Japan｜ Taiwan｜ Fukuoka｜ Gourmet｜ sightseeing｜ Hot Spot｜

2019.06.17

Fukutsu City | LANDSHIP cafe

Introducing "LANDSHIP cafe," which stands in the best location overlooking the Genkai Sea. The menu, which makes plentiful use of fresh, local ingredients, is exquisite!

Kawaii Ambassadors' Fukuoka Travel Diary | Japan｜ Taiwan｜ Fukuoka｜ Gourmet｜

2019.06.11

Fukutsu City | 宮地嶽神社 (Miyajidake Jinja)

Miyajidake Jinja is a shrine in Fukutsu City, Fukuoka Prefecture. It is loaded with highlights, such as "The Path of Light", the road approaching the shrine, awash in sunlight, which extends out to the Genkai Sea in a straight line; the "Three Japan No. 1s", the Great Shimenawa, the Great Drum, and the Great Bell; and much more!

Kawaii Ambassadors' Fukuoka Travel Diary | Japan｜ Taiwan｜ Fukuoka｜ sightseeing｜ Hot Spot｜

2019.06.10