TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Apart from Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka, travelers can start their first journey to Japan by visiting Fukuoka. The city offers a more authentic side of Japan, a relaxed atmosphere, ...

Before I even knew much about Fukuoka, I knew I wanted to explore Kyushu’s green, rural countryside. Fukuoka just happened to be the most convenient airport to fly into—and I’d heard it had great ...

Founded in 1998, Fukuoka Now is an international media company based in Fukuoka City specializing in regional storytelling, ...

This is part of Uncovering Japan, a collection of stories that spotlight the lesser known gems that belong on your Japan itinerary, offering everything from a wellspring of local craft and a vibrant ...

Japan is a fascinating country with a unique mix of modern innovations and ancient traditions. It has one eye fixed on the future, while the other one looks deeply into the past. While the gleaming ...

Fukuoka, Japan’s sixth largest city by population, has more open-air food stalls than the rest of the country combined. These stalls are called yatais, and they’re an indelible part of what makes ...

The little I know about the thriving port capital of western Kyushu Island is that it has the best ramen in Japan and a yatai culture second to none. Obviously, my first meal has to be ­noodle soup at ...

Fukuoka, a vibrant city in Japan, is renowned for its unique food culture. Small, open-air, mobile food stands – called yatai – offer an array of local delicacies and give the city its unique culinary ...

Canada Day, celebrated each year on July 1, marks the anniversary of Canada’s founding. Since 2007, Fukuoka’s Canada Day ...