[Feature] FACo2019

Welcoming its eleventh year, "Fukuoka Asia Collection (FACo)" powers up! Attention-grabbing guests and jam-packed planning! Here, starting from the introduction of the Kawaii Ambassador, selected via the asianbeat・FACo Kawaii Ambassador Contest, on which asianbeat and FACo collaborated, we'll be sharing information about the events and also posting an after report once FACo has finished!

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2019.04.25

Must-See for knickknack lovers! The "Itoshima Hakruankai (Itoshimia Expo)" opens on Friday 26th April! Jammed with three different events!

A popular sightseeing spot that has the sea and the mountains, Itoshima peninsula is dotted with fancy cafes and shops! On Friday 26th March, in conjunction with Golden Week, various events will be held at Shima Central Park as part of the "Itoshima Hakurankai (Itoshima Expo)!

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2019.04.25

A gathering of 56 Fukuoka breweries! The "& SAKE FUKUOKA" event will take place on 25th and 26th May!

The "& SAKE FUKUOKA" event is scheduled to be held on May 25th and 26th 2019! This food and drink festival was first held last year. It proved a big hit... Approximately 15,000 participants attended. A press conference for the event took place on April 18th. We're sure this year's event will be another huge success!

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2019.04.23

Interview Now - 伊万里有 (Yu Imari) -

Having been casted in 2.5D musicals such as "Touken Ranbu," Yu Imari is an actor who has gained popularity over the years, both inside and outside of Japan. This time, he has come to Fukuoka on campaign for his second album, "My Love Is...", which was released on 3 April. We went to ask him about his thoughts on Fukuoka, to which he has a deep connection, and on his attempt at emotional music!

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2019.04.19

Soul-stirring and splendid! Itoda Gion Yamakasa on 11 and 12 May (Saturday and Sunday) is a Must-See!

The Yamakasa floats decorated with lights, are set to parade around Itoda Town on Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 May! The highlight of the event is how this mountain-like huge floats move! Why not experience this cheer-rousing, soul-stirring, splendid festival?

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2019.04.17

Aiming for the World! FUKUOKA COLLEGE OF DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY establishes the first e-sports department major in Kyushu!!

To all those who aspire to the world of e-sports, good news! In April 2019, Fukuoka College of Design and Technology (FCA) set up a department major in e-sports!

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2019.04.16

Ten Consecutive holidays filling up on eggs! The "Bayside Easter TAMAGO FESTA 2019" starts from Saturday 27 April!

The commercial complex next to the Hakata Wharf, "Bayside Place HAKATA." At 'Hakata's Sea Gateway,' from Saturday 27 April to Sunday 6 May, the "Bayside Easter TAMAGO FESTA 2019" will be held! This year's Golden Week is the time to fill up on eggs!

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2019.04.15

Fukuoka Otaku Map-ver. 痛 (Two) - Yellow Submarine Magickers Fukuoka Branch

Fukuoka Otaku Map - ver. 痛 (Two) is back with a brand new installment! This time, introducing "Yellow Submarine Magickers Fukuoka Branch," which sells card games and board games!

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2019.04.12

Romantic "Ishibashi Cultural Center Spring Rose Fair 2019" will start soon! The peak season starts from early May!

Surrounded by pretty flowers and immersed in a romantic mood, the "Ishibashi Cultural Center Spring Rose Fair 2019" will take place from the 28th April to 19th May at Ishibashi Cultural Center, Kurume City! You can enjoy roses in full bloom throughout May! Let's go in Golden Week!

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2019.04.10

"Kyushu International Art Camp 2019", which is opening in August, is calling for volunteer staff!

"Kyushu International Art Camp 2019", which will be held in Fukuoka City for the first time, is calling for volunteers to support on tasks such as food and transportation, during a time when foreign artists will be sojourning in Fukuoka!

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2019.04.08

With the free simultaneous translation service "kotozna chat," let's chat with people all over the world!

Simultaneously translating over 100 languages! Introducing kotozna chat, a free and convenient chat application that assists in communications between different languages!

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2019.04.05

On 2 May (Thursday, Public Holiday), an Anison specialized event "ANISON NIPPON 2019" will take place in Fukuoka!

On 2 May (Thursday, public holiday), at IMS Square in Tenjin, Fukuoka, the free, outdoor DJ event, "ANISON NIPPON 2019," will be held for the first time! A total of 18 Anison DJs are scheduled to take the stage! Fans of Anison, don't miss this!

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2019.04.05

Spring is here! We made Spring's representative Japanese traditional sweet (wagashi), sakura mochi!

Speaking of spring, spring is cherry blossom (sakura) season. Did you know that you can easily make sakura mochi in a microwave!

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2019.04.05

Interview Now - 峯田茉優 (Mayu Mineda), 福原綾香 (Ayaka Fukuhara), 阿部里果 (Rika Abe) -

On 23rd February (Saturday), at the Next Stars Circle, an event that was held for the first time to cheer on the "next stars" from Fukuoka in field of voice acting, we interviewed the "next star" Mayu Mineda, and special guests Ayaka Fukuhara and Rika Abe! There are amazing presents to be given out, so please read until the end.

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2019.04.03

Karo no Uron (かろのうろん)

Fukuoka's oldest udon restaurants, but it's still got it! This installment focuses on "Karo no Uron!"

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

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2019.03.29

The "Mission Day: Fukuoka Castle and Castle Town" will take place on 30th March! This official event will make use of the location-based game INGRESS!

The "Mission Day: Fukuoka Castle and Castle Town" will take place on 30th March! Participants can stroll around town during this official event, which will make use of the location-based game INGRESS! Enjoy the cherry blossoms in full bloom as you explore the city! You're sure to have a great time on the mission!

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2019.03.29

The symbol of Kitakyushu City, Kokura Castle re-opens to the public on March 30th!

Kokura Castle re-opens to the public on Saturday 30th March! The castle interior and exhibition pieces have been revamped for the first time in nearly 30 years. A special collaboration, "Kokura Castle x Sword Art Online: Alicization" is also set to start on the same day! Now is a great time to check-out Kitakyushu!

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2019.03.28

Ensuring you the best possible morning... Attention has been given to even the smallest details at "HOTEL GREAT MORNING!"

"HOTEL GREAT MORNING" opened its doors for business in November 2018! A great deal of time and care went into ensuring that the hotel, which is based in Tenyamachi (Hakata-ku, Fukuoka-shi), awakens guests to new sensations!

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2019.03.27

[Prizes!] The Japanese SF comic "Battle Angel Alita (GUNNM)" has been adapted into a Hollywood film! A special event took place to celebrate the release of the movie "Alita: Battle Angel!"

A special event took place to celebrate the release of "Alita: Battle Angel!" This highly anticipated title is based on Yukito Kishiro's science fiction manga "GUNNM." The movie was produced and written by legendary filmmaker James Cameron, and that's not all... Robert Rodriguez directed the piece!

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2019.03.25

Meet the 2019 Kawaii Ambassadors!

Introducing the Kawaii Ambassadors from China, Thailand, Vietnam, and Taiwan, selected via the "2019 asianbeat・FACo Kawaii Ambassador Contest" In this corner, we'd like to introduce their thoughts on being selected, and their enthusiasms for FACo!

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2019.03.20