It's Out! Fukuoka: the Manga!

“Comic Furusato Fukuoka” is a collection of stories by twelve different manga artists hailing from Fukuoka and it went on sale on the 24th of this month (May, 2012).

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Fukuoka

Manga

Japan

2012.05.25

Tokyo Skytree ‘Moe~’!

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

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sightseeing

Tokyo

Anime

Manga

Japan

2012.05.24

#9 Member of Japan’s Ground Self Defense Force and Hardcore Otaku

This week we’re joined by an otaku who serves his country as a self-defense official in Japan’s GSDF!

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Game & e-Sports

Anime

Manga

2012.05.22

#8 Otaku genes passed down from parents to son!

In this 8th installment of Otaku’s @ Home we’re beginning to learn that the otaku gene may in fact be hereditary! Such is the case with this husband and wife otaku who have passed on their interests to their son.

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Game & e-Sports

Anime

Manga

2012.05.18

"ii ne!" Facebook and the infamous "Like" button

With this many "likes" you know they must be doing something right! Top 10 "Like" ranking of Japanese sites made for foreign audiences.

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Trends

Japan

2012.05.17

#7 Bishojo Bishojo Everywhere!

Joining us this week is guest #7, Chinkuru. He says he knew he was an otaku the moment he was born and his room is simply overflowing with bishojo!

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Game & e-Sports

Anime

2012.05.10

LESSON.1： How to WOTAGEI “Let’s Dance”

For our first lesson in wotaku culture Nemu Yumemi sensei is going to teach us the basic steps to wotgei!

Nemu Yumemi presents How to "Wotagei" 2012

2012.05.08

LESSON.2： WOTAKU and WOTAGEI Trivia

Learn the lingo! Here are the facts and key terms to help you mix it with the wota community!

Nemu Yumemi presents How to "Wotagei" 2012

2012.05.08

Nemu Yumemi presents How to "Wotagei" 2012

Learn how to "Wotagei" like a pro with Akihabara idol Nemu Yumemi! Plus all the key terms and info on the "wota" phenomenon!

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Talent/Idol

Tokyo

Fukuoka

Music

Japan

2012.05.08

#6 Otaku sharehouse

Otaku history of 5 years. Our 6th guest lives in a sharehouse with a friend but to us this place looks more secret base than sharehouse! See for yourself!

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Hobbies

Anime

Manga

2012.05.02

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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Fukuoka

Gourmet

Japan

2012.04.26

Tenjin Sweets and Treats Special!

There’s always room for dessert, right girls? Not matter how full you feel after a meal, dessert is virtually a must! Here in Tenjin, in the heart of Fukuoka, you can find a whole range of sweets and desserts that all the local girls rave over. And they not only taste good, they’re incredibly affordable!

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Fukuoka

Gourmet

2012.04.25

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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Fukuoka

Gourmet

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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Talent/Idol

Fashion

Japan

2012.04.17

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THIS IS FUKUOKA

2012.04.13

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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Fukuoka

Gourmet

2012.04.13

Kyara-ben to appear in high school English text books!

Culture Watch: bringing you the latest news and gossip in Japanese pop-culture! Japan’s “kawaii” culture has drawn the attention of people all over the world and is now set to make an appearance in high school text books!

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Fukuoka

Gourmet

Anime

Manga

Japan

2012.04.12

FACo Spring-Summer 2012

Culture Watch: bringing you the latest news and gossip in Japanese pop-culture! Fukuoka fashion on show - FACo - Fukuoka Asia Collection 2012

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Event Reports

Fukuoka

Fashion

Japan

2012.03.28

HKT48 - Japan's Idol Boom Hits Fukuoka！

The HKT48 girls made their debut in Fukuoka in November 2011 and I was lucky enough to get an invite to their final show of 2011 and to what is fast becoming the most talked about show in town.

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Talent/Idol

Fukuoka

Music

Japan

2012.02.14

Vocaloid Cosplayer Diary ～Aim～

Vocaloid Cosplayer Diary ～Aim～

ASIA VOCALOID FESTA

2012.01.11