DOGENGERS in various places around the city

DOGENGERS - a local tokusatsu superhero TV show in Fukuoka that became a hot topic in Japan since the first broadcast from April to June this year. Various attractions in Fukuoka have appeared in many scenes♪

Explore the world behind manga, anime and movies! Real-life Locations Tour in Fukuoka |

Media (TV / Magazines)

Event Reports

Fukuoka

Japan

2020.08.06

The Rooftop: ZEKKEI - Brothers (SUBE-ZO, TSURI-ZO, NOBO-ZO)

Looking up the BOSS E・ZO FUKUOKA building, the first that comes into sight is the slider along the outer wall and the shiny silver rail on the rooftop! We are here to share our experience at the 3 types of attractions "ZEKKEI - Brothers" where you can enjoy amazing view!

BOSS E・ZO FUKUOKA |

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sightseeing

Fukuoka

Japan

Experiences & workshops

2020.08.04

The final series of manga-ka Sakisaka Io's trilogy! A live-action movie "Omoi, Omoware, Furi, Furare" to be released on Friday 14 August in Japan!

After starring in the movie "Kimi no Suizō wo Tabetai" (EN: I Want to Eat Your Pancreas), Hamabe Minami and Kitamura Takumi are being co-stars again in the live-action movie "Omoi, Omoware, Furi, Furare" (EN: Love Me, Love Me Not)", which will be released on Friday 14 August 2020 in Japan!

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) |

Movies

Anime

Manga

Japan

2020.08.03

ebisuya udon honten (えびすやうどん 本店)

Introducing ebisuya udon honten (Main Branch) near Hakata Station! Their signature menu is the "Galbi Bukkake Udon" topped with a generous amount of rib meat!

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

Fukuoka

Gourmet

Japan

2020.07.31

A new special feature about musicians with strong presence in Fukuoka's music scene has launched!

A new special feature "Music Scene!!!" introducing passionate artists in "The City of Music: Fukuoka" has been launced! Check it out for more information about events and live shows♪

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) |

J-POP

Trends

Talent/Idol

Fukuoka

Music

Japan

2020.07.30

Murasato Ann (村里 杏)

Began musical activities in the age of 14, Murasato Ann has shown her great musical talent in various forms from drum performance, composing to recordings! Definitely one of the most incredible and unconventional artists!

Feature "Music Scene!!! - featuring artists with links to FUKUOKA! -" |

videos

J-POP

Trends

Talent/Idol

Fukuoka

Music

Japan

2020.07.29

A new form of photo/video exhibition - "circle" by 15 creators living in Kyushu - currently being held!

A joint exhibition "circle" - A Photo/Video Exhibition by 15 Creators - is now being held, gathering a collection of work from different generations and genres by 8 photographers and 7 video creators living in Kyushu!

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) |

videos

Art

Event Reports

Fukuoka

Japan

Upcoming Events

2020.07.29

Japan-Philippines co-production film, "GENSAN PUNCH" shooting in progress! Filming locations include Fukuoka!

Introducing a Japan-Philippines co-production film, "GENSAN PUNCH" - which we had a chance to get a sneak peek into one of their filming locations in Fukuoka!

Explore the world behind manga, anime and movies! Real-life Locations Tour in Fukuoka |

Movies

Hot Spot

Fukuoka

Japan

2020.07.28

"Một trăm" - a new tapioca milk tea store opened in front of the Hakata station! Now launching limited-time and limited-quantity beverage in collaboration with "Hakata Torimon"!

Introducing a new tapioca milk tea store newly opened on Tuesday 14 July - "Một trăm Hakataekimae Branch"! Launching limited-time and limited-quantity beverage in collaboration with "Hakata Torimon" (a famous Fukuoka confection) that is served with fresh chewy tapioca!

What's Hot!? Hottest Trends in Japan! |

Trends

Fukuoka

Gourmet

Vietnam

Japan

2020.07.27

What's Hot!? Hottest Trends in Japan!

Fukuoka is one of the largest city in Kyushu and the gateway to Asia. As a city where many young people gathered, you can get various latest updates here. We have researched many different latest hottest trends in Japan such as the zakka, gourmet food, fashion, etc. You may get some great ideas here for selecting gifts or souvenirs, or to pamper yourselves♪

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Hot Spot

Trends

Fukuoka

Experiences & workshops

NEW CONTENTSに載せない

2020.07.27

"Jiko Bukken Kowai Madori (EN.: STIGMATIZED PROPERTIES)" - Horror movie starring Kamenashi Kazuya from KAT-TUN! Scheduled to be released in Japan on 28 August (Friday)!

It is Kamenashi Kazuya's (from a Japanese idol group KAT-TUN) first appearance in a horror movie! We had a chance to see the media preview of "Jiko Bukken Kowai Madori" which will be released on Friday 28 August in Japan!

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) |

Movies

Talent/Idol

Japan

2020.07.20

Ever thought that your voice would be on-air? "Seiyu Stadium 2020 - Koe no Shukudai (lit.: The homework of voice)" is now calling for participants!

"Seiyu Stadium 2020" - the event that supports junior and high school students who wish to become voice actors - is now calling for participants! This time, the best performer's voice will be announced on the anime song radio program "Ani-tune"! There is no participation fee required so grab this chance and take the challenge!

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) |

Fukuoka

Game & e-Sports

Anime

Upcoming Events

2020.07.16

Nokonoshima Island Park (のこのしまアイランドパーク)

Nokonoshima - an island on Hakata Bay. Located at the north of the island, Nokonoshima Island Park has become one of the main places featured in the manga "Hotomeku Kakashi" (serialized in Monthly BIG GANGAN)♪

Explore the world behind manga, anime and movies! Real-life Locations Tour in Fukuoka |

Hot Spot

sightseeing

Fukuoka

Manga

Japan

2020.07.16

Iwatoyama Kofun (岩戸山古墳)

We have visited Iwatoyama Kofun in Yame City (Fukuoka) as we learned that there is one of the largest ancient tombs in Northern Kyushu! Discover the cute stone figures surrounded by the mysterious atmosphere in the woods♪

A Guide to Spiritual Spots in Fukuoka! |

Hot Spot

Fukuoka

Japan

2020.07.14

the perfect me

Introducing a solo artist active in Fukuoka - the perfect me. A sound creator with incredible composition and mixing skills in different music genres!

Feature "Music Scene!!! - featuring artists with links to FUKUOKA! -" |

videos

J-POP

Trends

Talent/Idol

Music

Japan

2020.07.13

Kinin Park (lit.:Gold Seal Park / 金印公園)

Kinin Park (Higashi-ku, Fukuoka Shi) is said to be the place where the Kinin (gold seal) was found!

A Guide to Spiritual Spots in Fukuoka! |

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Fukuoka

Japan

2020.07.10

Fukuoka Otaku Map -ver. 痛 (Two) - V-World AREA

Fukuoka Otaku Map - ver. 痛 (Two) is back with a brand new installment! Introducing "V-World AREA" at the entertainment complex BOSS E・ZO FUKUOKA (6th & 7th floor)!

Fukuoka Otaku Map |

Hot Spot

Trends

sightseeing

Fukuoka

Game & e-Sports

Japan

2020.07.09

Anh's Style - VIETNAM -

A close-up of Asian youngsters who are in tune with current trends and delivering their "worldview" through social media! In our latest installment of "What's your daily routine?, we're introducing you to Anh, a fashion brand owner living in Vietnam!

What's your daily routine? - Find out what Asian youngsters are currently getting up to! - |

Hobbies

Trends

Vietnam

Fashion

2020.07.08

Interview Now - Sengoku Gaming -

An email interview of Sengoku Gaming - a professional esports team based in Fukuoka, looking forward to playing a part in the world championship tournament of the PC online game "League of Legends!" Find out more about these professional gamers' thoughts and daily lives!

Interview Now |

Fukuoka

Game & e-Sports

Japan

INTERVIEW / SERIALS

2020.07.06

Hakata Gion Yamakasa 2020 is postponed! Introducing previous years' Photo Reports to wish for an end for the pandemic♪

The long-awaited annual festival in July - "Hakata Gion Yamakasa", has been postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic... However, this may be a good time for a throwback. Check out the "Hakata GIon Yamakasa Kazariyama / Kakiyama Photo Report" to review photos that we had posted in the previous years!

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) |

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sightseeing

Event Reports

Fukuoka

Japan

2020.07.03