Category Archives: Seasonal/Events

Hakata Hanami 2014: Cherry Blossoms in Fukuoka City

Posted on January 29, 2014 by findingfukuoka

This year’s winter weather has been up and down, with a few unusually cold and warm patches. In Fukuoka, the first cherry blossoms are expected to appear as normal or slightly earlier than usual. In 2014, most flowers will open … Continue reading →

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Fukuoka Beach Guide Updated and Upgraded for 2013

Posted on July 17, 2013 by findingfukuoka
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Seasonal Events and Traditions in Fukuoka

Posted on April 8, 2013 by findingfukuoka

This section provides an overview of some of the most popular events and seasonal traditions in and around Fukuoka City. Because these events offer a cultural experience that cannot be had through sightseeing alone, I recommend that all visitors consider … Continue reading →

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Hakata Hanami 2013: Cherry Blossoms in Fukuoka City

Posted on February 13, 2013 by findingfukuoka

Update: Due to usual weather patterns, the cherry blossoms have already opened in Fukuoka, and the ideal viewing time has been moved back considerably. So get out there and start picnicking! Winter is starting to fade away, which means the … Continue reading →

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Jojima Sake Festival 2013

Posted on January 12, 2013 by findingfukuoka

If you like Japanese sake (nihonshu), then you know that one of the most exciting times of the year has nearly arrived–kurabiraki season! Kurabiraki is when sake breweries open their doors to visitors and offer free or low-priced tastings of most … Continue reading →

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Hakata Gion Yamakasa Festival 2012

Posted on June 28, 2012 by findingfukuoka

Summer is a time for festivals in Japan, and as July approaches people throughout Fukuoka and other parts of Kyushu begin to prepare for one of Fukuoka City’s most spectacular events, the Hakata Gion Yamakasa Festival. This festival began about … Continue reading →

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Fukuoka Beach Guide 2012

Posted on April 16, 2012 by findingfukuoka

This guide is from 2011. The newest beach guide is available here. Sunny spring has already arrived, and the beach season is soon to follow! Whether you go for surfing, tanning, or just to get away from the stress of your … Continue reading →

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Nighttime Cherry Blossom Illumination Event at Fukuoka Castle

Posted on March 30, 2012 by findingfukuoka

This year’s cherry blossoms have already started to appear! A special cherry blossom event is being held in the interior courtyard of the Fukuoka Castle ruins from March 28 to April 8, 2012, during which time the blossoming cherry trees are … Continue reading →

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Hakata Hanami 2012: Cherry Blossoms in Fukuoka City

Posted on February 20, 2012 by findingfukuoka

Despite the recent snowfall and frigid temperatures, the season for cherry blossom viewing is drawing near. The best time for viewing cherry blossoms in Fukuoka in 2012 will be April 4 to 13 (subject to change depending on the weather). Here … Continue reading →

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Ohori Firework Display 2011

Posted on July 31, 2011 by findingfukuoka

Although I’ve been a bit too busy for a solid update this month, I want to put up a quick post about the 49th Ohori Firework Display (Ohori Hanabi Taikai) coming up next week. This is one of Fukuoka’s biggest … Continue reading →

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