Jan 6, 2025 · News, events and useful & timely information from Fukuoka, Kyushu, Japan

4 days ago · F ukuoka Prefecture is bracing for heavy snow starting early on January 28, initially affecting mountainous areas and later extending to lowland regions by late evening. The Fukuoka Meteorological Observatory predicts up to 10 cm of snow in mountainous areas and 1 cm in lowlands by the evening. From the evening of January 28 through January 29, additional snowfall of up to 10 cm is expected in ...

4 days ago · Jan 24, 2025 Local News Fukuoka’s Gang Member Numbers Drop Below 1,000 for the First Time. The number of organized crime members in Fukuoka Prefecture has fallen below 1,000 for the first time since records began in 1992, according to...

Jan 9, 2025 · T he strongest cold front of the season is forecasted to bring heavy snowfall to Fukuoka Prefecture from late on January 8. Mountainous areas will experience snow from the night, while plains are expected to see significant accumulation between the evening of January 9 and the morning of January 10.

Feb 20, 2024 · Nishi Park • Approx. 1,300 trees • Free entry • Sakura Festival: 3/20 (Wed., hol.) ~ 4/7 (Sun.) • Vehicles cannot enter or park inside during the season • Public toilets: Available • 13 Nishi-koen, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka • Access: 10 min. on foot from Ohori Koen Nishitetsu bus stop, 15 min. on foot from Ohori Park Subway Sta.

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Jan 15, 2025 · T he Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport, and Tourism has announced that Fukuoka Airport’s second runway will begin operations on March 20, earlier than planned due to smooth construction progress. Dedicated primarily to international departures, the new runway will increase annual takeoff and landing capacity by 12,000 flights. Local officials are calling for its optimal utilization ...

Oct 7, 2022 · V oices of Fukuoka’s international residents. In recent posts, I’ve shared updates on Fukuoka City’s urban planning and support of its citizens’ well-being. And the city consistently ranks high in media surveys on liveability.

Oct 24, 2024 · F ukuoka City revealed its new “4000 series” subway trains, set to be introduced on the Airport Line and Hakozaki Line by November. The new trains, designed with passenger comfort in mind, feature a spacious interior, reducing seating from seven to six per row. Additional updates include a bright and open design with glass shelves and priority seating for children.

Nov 7, 2024 · F ukuoka International Airport will unveil its newly expanded international terminal on March 28, 2025, featuring a suite of upgrades designed to enhance capacity, convenience, and the overall passenger experience. The new terminal doubles the airport’s capacity, expanding from 73,000m2 to 136,000m2, with new technology and services to make travel smoother and more enjoyable.