The Golden Disc Awards, one of South Korea’s premier music award ceremonies, will take place in Fukuoka. This marks the sixth overseas event and the second in Japan, following its 2012 edition in ...
In Japan, between December and May, strawberry picking becomes a cherished activity, and Fukuoka is renowned for its succulent, sizeable strawberries. Now is the perfect time to indulge in this ...
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The concept of ‘Hatsu-uri,’ translating to ‘first sale,’ is an integral part of Japan’s array of ‘firsts’ to celebrate the new year. This tradition sits alongside others like ‘hatsumode,’ the initial ...
A measles case has been confirmed in Fukuoka Prefecture for the first time in 3.5 years. The patient, a child under 10, returned from Vietnam in November. Measles is highly contagious, with an ...
Retail sales at department stores and supermarkets in Kyushu and Okinawa grew by 1.3% in October compared to the previous year, driven by higher food prices despite weak autumn-winter clothing sales.
The percentage of women CEOs in Kyushu and Okinawa rose to 9.8% in 2024, exceeding the national average of 8.4%. This marks the third consecutive annual increase. However, nearly 20% of female CEOs ...