Today, we’re heading to Shikanoshima to tackle the island’s central climb up to the Shiomi Observatory. This route is a ...

Kitakyushu City reported its first net population inflow in six decades, with 492 more people moving into the city than ...

A large-scale indoor skateboard park, one of the largest in Japan, is set to open next October next to Boat Race Fukuoka in ...

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 ...

The winter afternoon tea at Grand Hyatt Fukuoka is themed “Chocolate and Spice.” It features a variety of original bite-sized sweets crafted with luxurious Valrhona chocolate from France. Highlights ...

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 ...

JR Kyushu announced a 15% price increase for 34 types of discount tickets starting April 2025. For example, a two-ticket set for the Hakata-Kokura route will rise from ¥2,940 to ¥3,400, while the ...

Torigoe Flour Mills announced it will increase its dividend payout ratio target to 100% for the next three years, up from the previous 40%. This move prioritizes shareholder returns as rising ...

Kyushu’s rice production for 2024 fell 3% year-on-year to 703,000 tons, attributed to reduced planting areas and adverse weather such as typhoons and high temperatures. The planting area decreased by ...

In Fukuoka, where the number of domestic and international travelers continues to grow, new hotels are opening one after another, while existing hotels are being renovated to enhance comfort. Trend: ...

Discover the charm of Fukuoka, a historic city known for its rich heritage, including Japan’s first Zen temple. Why not take your experience up a notch by exploring the city in a traditional kimono?