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"Fukuoka-ken Sumimasu Geinin" Masaru and Yoshimoto Kogyo Company group members paid a visit to Prefectural Governor Ogawa!

"Fukuoka-ken Sumimasu Geinin" (lit. Comedian living in Fukuoka Pref.) Masaru and Yoshimoto Kogyo Company group members paid a visit to Prefectural Governor Ogawa!

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2018.05.15
Main cast members from "Theatrical Version: KAMEN RIDER BUILD" descended on Fukuoka! A large-scale shoot took place on the streets of Kitakyushu City!

A large-scale filming session for "Theatrical Version: KAMEN RIDER BUILD" took place in Kokura, (Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka, Japan) on 12th May! Around 3,000 extras (mainly Kitakyushu citizens) participated in the outdoor shoot! Huge cheers broke out as soon as the cast made an appearance!

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

2018.05.13
World Fashion Snap / Fukuoka 福岡 FACo 2018

Back for its 10th anniversary! One of Kyushu's biggest fashion events, Fukuoka Asia Collection (FACo) was held on March 25th, 2018. In this installment, we'd like to introduce 19 stylish fashion lovers! Please enjoy!

World Fashion Snaps

2018.05.11
[Information] Come to the "Kurate Mizuhiki accessory making” workshop!!

Our first hands-on workshop for the “Fukuoka Manga World” exhibit is a "Kurate Mizuhiki accessory making" workshop on Wednesday 23rd May at the Fukuoka Yokamon Hiroba, 11th floor of the Fukuoka Prefectural Government Office!!

[Feature] "Fukuoka Manga World" |
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2018.05.10
[Feature] "Fukuoka Manga World"

Discover the charms of Fukuoka's Manga!! asianbeat sponsored manga exhibit “Fukuoka Manga World” is open from May 1st (TUE) to June 29th (FRI) at the Fukuoka Yokamon Hiroba on the 11th floor at the Fukuoka Prefectural Government!

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2018.05.07
The "Fukuoka Manga World" exhibition is now open!

The "Fukuoka Manga World" exhibition started on May 1st 2018! The event aims to shine a spotlight on manga artists and titles that have ties to the the Fukuoka area. A special opening ceremony took place, which featured a talk from manga artists Tochi Ueyama and Mitsuhiro Kasuga!

[Feature] "Fukuoka Manga World" |
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Event Reports
Fukuoka
Cosplay
Anime
Manga
Experiences & workshops

2018.05.03
Prolific Thai influencer Meow come to Fukuoka! Reporting around Fukuoka city area & the Asakura city Akizuki area!

Meow famously known for “Kimochiii in Japan” a program that introduces Japan in Thailand comes to Fukuoka! She went to the "Fukuoka Asia Collection," Kyushu's one of the biggest fashion shows & popular spots in Fukuoka city and a castle town in Akizuki, Asakura city!

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2018.04.11
木原敏江 Toshie Kihara - Queen of Elegance - Exhibition held at the Kitakyushu Manga Museum!

The Kitakyushu Manga Museum is hosting a "Toshie Kihara Exhibition" to celebrate the publication of the Bungei magazine's separate volume: "Toshie Kihara - Queen of Elegance" that features her paintings and its glamour!

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

2018.04.06
Fukuoka Otaku Map-ver. 痛 (Two) - Culture Arts

Fukuoka Otaku Map-ver. 痛 (Two) is back! This edition focuses on classic computer games and consoles! Find-out more about the retro gaming store, "Culture Arts"!

Fukuoka Otaku Map |
Digital Products
Hobbies
Fukuoka
Game & e-Sports
Japan
Experiences & workshops

2018.03.30
Canal City Hakata “La Festa” has re-opened! Sweets, Japanese products, character goods, and much more!

Located on the first-floor basement of the commercial facility Canal City Hakata, "La Festa" recently re-opened after undergoing a refurbishment! The shop offers an incredibly wide range of cool stock! We stopped by for a private viewing to find-out more about the newly renovated store!

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Trends
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Fukuoka
Gourmet
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Japan
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2018.03.20
"Chicken Festival 2018!" Enjoy chicken dishes from all over Kyushu!

Get your fill of chicken at this three day festival! Enjoy delicious food in a party atmosphere from March 23rd to 25th!

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

2018.03.09
An exhibition titled “萩尾望都 SF 原画展宇宙にあそび、異世界にはばたく (lit. Moto Hagio Science Fiction Works - Exploring the Universe, Travelling to Other Worlds)” is due to open at the Kitakyushu Manga Museum!

An exhibition of work by the manga artist Moto Hagio, a pioneer in the world of science fiction-themed shojo (girls) manga, is set to go on display at the Kitakyushu Manga Museum!

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

2018.03.06
Interview Now - FAKY -

Check-out our interview with "FAKY," the alternative four-piece girl group that brings together unique personalities from various backgrounds! Find-out more about their first live headline show '"Unwrapped" -Encore Edition-!' We also have some awesome prizes to give away!

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Club music
J-POP
Fukuoka
Interview
Music
Japan
INTERVIEW / SERIALS

2018.03.02
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2018.02.09
Special asianbeat prize established! The 2nd Kitakyushu International Manga Competition award ceremony and commemorative event!

An award ceremony was held for the "2nd Kitakyushu International Manga Competition" at the Rihga Royal Hotel Kokura on 21st January 2018! A special commemorative event also took place on the day!

[Special Feature] "The 2nd Kitakyushu International Manga Competition" |
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Taiwan
Thailand
Korea
Manga
China
Japan
Indonesia

2018.02.09
[Feature] "KITAKYUSHU INTERNATIONAL MANGA COMPETITION"

The Kitakyushu Manga Museum is a popular facility located in Fukuoka Prefecture. The museum promotes manga both inside Japan and overseas! It is also organizes the Kitakyushu International Manga Competition! Aiming to spread the appeal of manga culture, the award accepts 4koma manga (four panel comic strips) from all over the world!

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2018.02.09
[Special Feature] "The 2nd Kitakyushu International Manga Competition"

The 1st "Kitakyushu International Manga Competition" welcomed 670 applications from 20 counties and regions around the world. This 2nd Kitakyushu Manga Museum-sponsored award featured the newly established "Junior Division," which aimed to foster young talent, and the "asianbeat FUKUOKA, JAPAN Award!" The winner of the asianbeat prize received round trip plane tickets to Fukuoka!

[Feature] "KITAKYUSHU INTERNATIONAL MANGA COMPETITION" |
Art
Event Reports
Fukuoka
Anime
Manga
Japan

2018.02.09
"Amaou" strawberries! On sale at a full-scale level for 15 years! Special "Amaou Matsuri (Festival)" will be held to celebrate the anniversary!

Fukuoka Prefecture's famous "Amaou" strawberries have now been available on a full-scale level for 15 years. A promotional event called the "Amaou Matsuri (Festival)" is being held from Saturday 17th to Sunday 18th February 2018 to mark this anniversary!

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) |
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大阪
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Tokyo
Fukuoka
Gourmet
Japan

2018.02.08
Asakura area - Koishiwara and Sugawa - Guide brought to you by Park!

Korean student Park reports on some of the most charming sites to see in the Asakura - Koishiwara and Sugawa - area!

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2018.02.05
Koishiwara Ceramics and Culture Workshop (小石原焼陶芸文化体験)

Korean student Park tells us about the Koishiwara Ceramics and Culture Workshop! Keep reading to find-out more!

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2018.02.05

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