Transportation Kumamoto Says Sayonara to IC Cards Kim Bergström 8 hours ago A number of bus and train operators in Kumamoto Prefecture have ceased accepting IC cards for fare payment as of November 16th,..
Area Yufu Nestled in the heart of Oita Prefecture on the island of Kyushu, Yufu is a city known for its beautiful natural scenery and excellent hot spring resorts. The northwest section of the city is home..
Culture Nobeoka: A Treasure Trove of Delights Tristan Scholze Nobeoka is large enough to have witnessed history and develop outstanding regional cuisine, yet small enough to remain intimate..
Culture Uminonakamichi Flower Picnic 2025 Late Mar - Mid May Fukuoka's Uminonakamichi Seaside Park is a gorgeous spot to visit during spring when fields of flowers like nemophila, poppies,..
Culture Ogiyama Fire Festival 2025 Early Apr The Ogiyama Fire Festival started in 1976 and is held in early April each year as part of the Beppu Onsen Festival. The event serves..
Culture National Plum Wine Festival in Fukuoka 2025 Mid Apr The National Plum Wine Festival at JR Hakata Station serves to highlight all things umeshu, with over 150 types from brewers across..
Culture Ago Festival 2025 Late Sep Flying fish are known as ago in the Kyushu region of Japan, and the Ago Festival in Fukuoka is a two-day event where attendees can..
Spring Camellia Exhibition 2025 Mid Feb - Early Apr The Spring Camellia Exhibition at Fukuoka's Kurume City World Camellia Museum is held in line with the area's peak blooming..