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Archive for July, 2011

Japanese Somen Noodle Party @ Khaosan Fukuoka, July 29th 2011

07.27.2011 · Posted in Events

[ 2011/07/29; 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM. ] What do Japanese people eat in these hot summer days?! One of them must be Soumen - white Japanese noodle made of wheat flour!! So we are having "Japanese Somen Noodle Party" on 29th of July, Friday. Free of charge for join, just bring your own drink. Let's have fun with us, Yeah~~!! [caption id="attachment_5123" align="aligncenter" width="300" caption="Yummy Somen Noodle!!"][/caption] ...

28th Hyuga Hyottoko Summer Fesival in 2011 @ Miyazaki, August 5th – 6th.

07.25.2011 · Posted in Events

[ 2011/08/05 5:30 PM to 2011/08/06 9:30 PM. ] There are a variety of "Hyottoko" legends all over Japan, and also various theories concerning the origin of the name, such as the one derived from "Hiotoko," or the "fire man," This festival was started in 1984 for a number of reasons, including revitalization of the local area, promotion of traditional culture, and development of tourism. Groups [...] ...

Michael Jackson 1000 @ Bayside Place Hakata, August 21th 2011

07.24.2011 · Posted in Events

[ 2011/08/21; 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM. ] An unique event with the goal of gathering 1,000 persons to dance to the 1982 hit Thriller by the King of Pop, Michael Jackson. Professional dancer Phoenix from NYC will choreograph the routine. Other highlights include dance exhibitions and a fashion show. [caption id="attachment_5102" align="aligncenter" width="275" caption="Michael Jackson 1000"][/caption] Venue: Bayside Place Hakata Time: 12:00 - 22:00, Main Dance 19:00 Admission: [...] ...

Fireworks Festival @ Chikugo city, July 30th

07.20.2011 · Posted in Events

[ 2011/07/30; 8:00 PM to 9:20 PM. ] Fire works festival is held in Chikugo city on July 30th!! About 6000 fireworks will attract you a lot!! [caption id="attachment_5076" align="aligncenter" width="300" caption="Fireworks!"][/caption] Fireworks display: 8pm – 9:20pm *If it rains, the festival will be postponed until 31st of July.* Access Take train from Hakata station and get off at “Chikugo funagoya” station. By rapid train: about 50min, 1080yen By Shinkansen: about [...] ...

Fireworks Festival @ Kasuya machi, July 23rd

07.19.2011 · Posted in Events

[ 2011/07/23; 5:30 PM to 8:40 PM. ]   3000 fireworks are set off at this festival. Let’s go earlier and enjoy some events and food stalls before the Fireworks. [caption id="attachment_4855" align="aligncenter" width="300" caption="Fireworks!"][/caption] Events starts from 5:30pm High school bras band, Hula Dance, YOSAKOI Dance, Japanese Drum Fireworks display: 8pm – 8:40pm *If it rains, the festival will be canceled.* Access Take JR Fukuhoku Yutaka line train(most of them go [...] ...

Summer Festival @ Dazaifu, July 24th and 25th

07.19.2011 · Posted in Events

[ 2011/07/24 2:00 PM to 2011/07/25 8:50 PM. ] Summer Festival is held in Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine on July 24th and 25th. Children carry MIKOSHI(a portable shrine) at noon. Why don’t you join the dance at night?? How about to visit Kyushyu National Museum as well? It is just Next to Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine. [caption id="attachment_5051" align="aligncenter" width="300" caption="1000 candles lighted up around the pond"][/caption] [caption id="attachment_5052" align="aligncenter" width="185" caption="Children’s [...] ...

Kumamoto Castle Open at Night @ Kumamoto, July 24th – August 31st

07.14.2011 · Posted in Events

[ 2011/07/24 8:30 AM to 2011/08/31 8:00 PM. ] Kumamoto Castle has implemented the opening night of the summer. Enjoy the illuminated Kumamoto Castle at night. [caption id="attachment_5026" align="aligncenter" width="300" caption="Illuminated Kumamoto Castle"][/caption] Event period: July 24th 2011~ August 31st 2011 Opening time Open at 8:30am (Entry accepted until 7:30pm), Close at 8:00pm Venue: Kumamoto Castle Access About 10min by tram from Kumamoto station(150yen) to Kumamoto-jo mae or 5min walk from [...] ...

La Nuit des Publivores (The Night of the Ad-Eaters) @ JR Kyushu Hall, July 30th

07.08.2011 · Posted in Events

[ 2011/07/30; 2:00 PM to 7:30 PM. 2011/07/30 10:30 PM to 2011/07/31 5:30 AM. ] A unique and hugely popular film festival dedicated to screening the best television commercials from around the world. Five hundred commercials have been selected, from the funny to the profound. Choose from either the day or night screenings, both of which also include live performances and chances to win special prizes. [caption id="attachment_5017" align="aligncenter" width="300" caption="World's CM Festival [...] ...

Summer Festival @ Kego Shrine, July 23rd

07.05.2011 · Posted in Events

[ 2011/07/23; 12:00 AM to 9:00 PM. ] Summer Festival is held in Kego shrine which is at the middle of Tenjin downtown!! Let’s go and pray for good health over the summer time. You can enjoy the live performances on the stage and try some foods at from the stalls. [caption id="attachment_5001" align="aligncenter" width="262" caption="Summer Festival @ Kego Shrine"][/caption] Time: 12am – 9pm Stage performances starts from [...] ...