Fukuoka

Sumo is a sports competition between two rikishi (wrestlers). It takes place at the dohyo, which is a circular platform formed by partially buried rice straw bales 4.55 meters in diameter and is covered in sand. In order to win the match, the rikishi has to […]

Do you know what “Yatai (屋台)” means? Generally, Yatai refers to outdoor stalls (台) with roofs (屋), typically used for selling goods, that are movable. There are two types of Yatai in Japan. When hearing the word “Yatai”, the most famous type that comes to mind […]

Welcome to our four-part series on notable tea regions in Japan! This is our second post in the series after last week’s intro to Kagoshima Prefecture. Today, we’re heading north to Fukuoka prefecture. Next up is Shizuoka prefecture followed by Kyoto prefecture’s Uji region. What kind […]

Japanese cuisine provides a rich variety of delights and an endless choice of regional dishes. It is a delicate and healthy cuisine that is characterised by its connection to nature and usually uses the freshest and most seasonal ingredients. In addition to its delicious taste, visual […]

Fukuoka is known for being one of the largest cities in Japan and the second-largest port which has been a hub of international commerce for a long time. With its rich history, it has fascinated people for years. Originally composed of two different cities, Fukuoka, on […]