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Ceramic Exchange between East and West

June 13 (Fri)-August 31 (Sun) | Arts & Culture

Ceramic Exchange between East and West

June 13 (Fri)-August 31 (Sun) | Arts & Culture

In the 17th and 18th centuries, Japanese ceramics from Imari and Kiemon were highly appreciated by the nobility of Europe, influencing the development of European china. This exhibit introduces the history of that artistic exchange, and compares works from both continents.

Price: ¥600, etc. Idemitsu Art Museum (Moji) | Tel: 093-332-0251

Hakata Arekore

June 17 (Tue)-September 24 (Wed) | Arts & Culture

Hakata Arekore

June 17 (Tue)-September 24 (Wed) | Arts & Culture

Ever wonder what those odd-looking masks worn during Dontaku, known as "niwakamen", were all about? If so, this exhibition will satisfy your curiosity and answer your questions about the colorful culture of Hakata.

Price: ¥200, etc. Fukuoka City Museum | Tel: 092-845-5011

The Star Festival

July 01 (Tue)-August 31 (Sun) | Festivals

The Star Festival

July 01 (Tue)-August 31 (Sun) | Festivals

The perfect place for Tanabata! The tower is lit up with 4899 light bulbs, creating a 100m-long glittering Milky Way. Attach your wishes to bamboo branches. From Jul. 5th to the 7th, those wearing yukata are admitted to observation deck for free.

Price：Adult: ¥800, Elementary and JHS: ¥500 Fukuoka Tower | Tel: 092-823-0234

Blueberry Picking

July 01 (Tue)-August 31 (Sun) | Community

Blueberry Picking

July 01 (Tue)-August 31 (Sun) | Community

1,500 blueberry bushes in an 800 sq. meter field! For ¥500 eat as many as you can! Or take some home at ¥300 per 100 grams. A small cafe offers a variety of blueberry desserts!

Time: 09:00 ~ 18:00 Price: ¥500, etc. Blueberry Village, Kitano, Kurume | Tel: 0942-78-0300

Haunted House Adventure: Monsters and Ghosts in Asian Art

July 03 (Thu)-September 30 (Tue) | Arts & Culture

Haunted House Adventure: Monsters and Ghosts in Asian Art

July 03 (Thu)-September 30 (Tue) | Arts & Culture

Summer in Japan isn't complete without tales of ghouls and goblins giving you the fright of your life and helping you forget the heat. Cool down with these artistic depictions of ghosts and creepy creatures from all over Asia.

Price: ¥200, etc. Fukuoka Asian Art Museum | Tel: 092-263-1100

Boston Art Museum Ukiyoe Exhibit

July 12 (Sat)-August 31 (Sun) | Arts & Culture

Boston Art Museum Ukiyoe Exhibit

July 12 (Sat)-August 31 (Sun) | Arts & Culture

136 of 50,000 ukiyoe (color prints of daily life in the Edo period) woodcuts, woodblock prints and books come to Fukuoka from the Boston Museum of Fine Arts for a special display.

Summertime Night Aquarium

July 19 (Sat)-September 15 (Mon) | Festivals

Summertime Night Aquarium

July 19 (Sat)-September 15 (Mon) | Festivals

The view of Hakata Bay and the magnificent dolphin and sea otter shows are recommended. Watch live video shot by a diver in shark tank.

Time: 9:30 ~ 21:30 Price:　¥2,100, etc Marine World Uminonakamichi | Tel: 092-603-0400

Uminonakamichi Sunshine Pool

July 19 (Sat)-August 31 (Sun) | Sports

Uminonakamichi Sunshine Pool

July 19 (Sat)-August 31 (Sun) | Sports

Outdoor waterpark fun for kids and adults alike. Features a 10m high, 80m long waterslide, inflatable rings, a 300m circuit swimming pool and go-carts.

Time: 09:00 ~ 19:00 Adv.: ¥1,340, Door: ¥1,650, etc. Uminonakamichi Sunshine Pool | Tel: 092-603-6835

Fuku-haku Photo Studio

July 23 (Wed)-September 07 (Sun) | Arts & Culture

Fuku-haku Photo Studio

July 23 (Wed)-September 07 (Sun) | Arts & Culture

Talented pro and amateur photographers exhibit photos of Fukuoka taken within the last 150 years. An excellent way to understand the city's development.

Closed Mon. Price: ¥200 Fukuoka City Museum | Tel: 092-845-5011

Arakitakashidelic Print

July 31 (Thu)-August 31 (Sun) | Arts & Culture

Arakitakashidelic Print

July 31 (Thu)-August 31 (Sun) | Arts & Culture

Famous and controversial pop photographer, Takashi Araki's recent collection expressing consciousness through snapshots. The artist uses mood, color, facial expressions and more to convey his subjects' innermost feelings.

Closed: Mon., Tue., Wed. Price: Free IAF SHOP | Tel: 090-5475-5326

Sakiko Nomura

August 11 (Mon)-24 (Sun) | Arts & Culture

Sakiko Nomura

August 11 (Mon)-24 (Sun) | Arts & Culture

Popular nude photographer and native of Yamaguchi Prefecture, Nomura returns to Fukuoka to exhibit her latest photographs, which focus on scenery and nude figures. Nomura will attend the opening party on Aug. 11.

Time: 11:00 ~ 20:00 Price: Free Art Space Baku | Tel: 092-781-7597

Meera George

August 16 (Sat)-31 (Sun) | Arts & Culture

Meera George

August 16 (Sat)-31 (Sun) | Arts & Culture

From Chennai, India, Meera George displays her installation art made using a combination of traditional Indian "sari" and household items collected from around Fukuoka. She also explains traditions, designs and wrapping styles of sari.

Closed Wed. Price: Free Fukuoka Asian Art Museum | Tel: 092-263-1100

2008 National Bolshoi Circus

August 20 (Wed)-25 (Mon) | Festivals

2008 National Bolshoi Circus

August 20 (Wed)-25 (Mon) | Festivals

This world-famous circus has performed nation-wide for over 50 years. Highlights of the two hour and fifteen minute show include flying trapeze, bear circus, dog circus, balancing act, illusion magic and clowns.

A-Seat: Adv.: ¥3,500, Door: ¥4,000, etc. Fukuoka Kokusai Center | Tel: 092-741-1661

Brazil Night

August 22 (Fri) | Live Music

Brazil Night

August 22 (Fri) | Live Music

A night of Brazilian percussion music, dance and DJs in celebration of the 100 year anniversary of the Japanese immigration to Brazil. Main acts include Arte Estrela Do Brasil, DJ Wilson (Love FM) and DJ Mamata.

Time: 20:00 ~ 23:00 Adv.: ¥1,500, Door: ¥2,000 (incl. 1 drink) Sam & Dave | Tel: 092-713-2223

Sex and the City

August 23 (Sat)-September 23 (Tue) | Film

Sex and the City

August 23 (Sat)-September 23 (Tue) | Film

This highly anticipated big-screen adaptation of the hit television series finally hits Japan. Watch these four women as they deal with the challenges of loss, friendship and sexuality.

Adv. Screening 8/16 (Sat.), 8/17 (Sun.) Adults: ¥1,800, etc. Tenjin Toho Theater, etc. | Tel: 092-283-1800

Sky Jamboree '08

August 24 (Sun) | Live Music

Sky Jamboree '08

August 24 (Sun) | Live Music

A popular outdoor music festival below Inasa Mountain, in Nagasaki City. Popular Japanese bands including Ellegarden and Monkey Majik perform against beautiful night skies.

Start: 12:00 ~ late Adv.: ¥6,000, Door: ¥6,500 Inasayama Koen Yagai Stage, Nagasaki | Tel: 095-828-2020

David Sanborn

August 27 (Wed) | Live Music

David Sanborn

August 27 (Wed) | Live Music

Grammy-winner and renowned jazz-fusion saxophonist David Sanborn returns to Fukuoka! David has contributed to countless artists' works, including Ween's "Your Party" off their sensational 2007 release "La Cucaracha."

Start: 18:30 (1st), 21:30 (2nd) Price: ¥11,000 Billboard Live Fukuoka | Tel: 092-715-6666

Fukuoka Softbank Hawks vs Orix Buffaloes

August 28 (Thu) | Sports

Fukuoka Softbank Hawks vs Orix Buffaloes

August 28 (Thu) | Sports

For the last game in August, the Hawks face two power-hitters, Alex Cabrera (Venezuela) and Tuffy Rhodes (USA). No worries, our bats are bigger and stronger! So there!

Start: 19:00 ~ Outfield non-reserved seat: ¥1,200, etc. Fukuoka Yahoo! Dome | Tel: 092-847-1536

Disney on Ice "Princess Dream"

August 28 (Thu)-31 (Sun) | Arts & Culture

Disney on Ice "Princess Dream"

August 28 (Thu)-31 (Sun) | Arts & Culture

Get ready for a romantic ice-skating musical adventure with special effects, colorful costumes, and classic Disney songs! Enjoy "Princess Dream", a tale of seven lovely princesses.

A-seat: ¥4,200 / S-seat: ¥5,800 Marine Messe Fukuoka | Tel: 092-741-0500

Soccer: Avispa Fukuoka vs Sagan Tosu

August 30 (Sat) | Sports

Soccer: Avispa Fukuoka vs Sagan Tosu

August 30 (Sat) | Sports

Kyushu's biggest rivals battle again. Support Avispa as they follow up their previous 3-1 victory over Tosu. Catch the rowdiest match of the year!

Kickoff: 19:00 Home B unassigned seats: Adv.: ¥1,000, Door: ¥1,500 Level 5 Stadium | Tel: 092-674-3020

HA!

August 31 (Sun) | Arts & Culture

HA!

August 31 (Sun) | Arts & Culture

International performing artists hold their world premiere. Fun and excitement for both children and adults. Guaranteed to amaze you and make you laugh. Featuring magic, juggling, and music.

Start: 13:00 (1st), 18:00 (2nd) Adv.: ¥2,000, Door: ¥2,500, etc. Reservations recommended. Pom Plaza Hall, Hakata | Tel: 092-894-1240

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