I Want to Eliminate People Giving Up Their Dreams Due to the Environment: Kotaro Fukuoka from the NPO Musubite
Kotaro Fukuoka, leader of the NPO Musubite, works to provide educational support for the underprivileged in India, focusing on those left behind by rapid economic growth.
A man in his twenties was stabbed at home and transported to the hospital; the suspect fled the scene in Fukuoka City
A young man was stabbed at a residential location in Fukuoka City and is currently hospitalized while the assailant has fled the scene.
Fukuoka Municipal High School Sends 'Acceptance' Email Half a Day Early Due to Misunderstanding of Web Application System
A Fukuoka municipal high school mistakenly sent acceptance emails to applicants a day early, causing confusion among students and parents.
High School Baseball Player's Suicide Due to Bullying: Five Former Team Members Ordered to Compensate
A court in Fukuoka has ordered five former members of a high school baseball team to pay compensation for their roles in bullying that contributed to a student's suicide.
Ban on Earplugs in Police Detention is 'Human Rights Violation,' Fukuoka Bar Association Advises Fukuoka Police
The Fukuoka Bar Association has recommended that the Fukuoka Police allow the use of earplugs in detention centers, deeming the current ban a violation of human rights.
Infant Death, Mother's Acquittal to be Confirmed; Prosecution Does Not Appeal, Citing 'Excessive Detention'
The Fukuoka District Court has acquitted Arisa Matsumoto in the death of her 11-month-old daughter, with the prosecution deciding not to appeal, highlighting concerns over her prolonged detention.
Fukuokaβs Official Land Prices Continue to Rise for 12th Consecutive Year, Popularity of Luxury Housing Remains
Fukuoka's official land prices have risen for twelve consecutive years, with a shrinking growth rate but continued demand for high-end housing.
Kota Fukuoka defeats Yoshiki Yo, both at 2 wins and 2 losses in the Go Masters League
Kota Fukuoka secured a victory against Yoshiki Yo in the Go Masters League, bringing both players to a record of 2 wins and 2 losses.
"Hate Speech Prevention Ordinance Needed," Experts Speak on Growing Islamophobia
Experts in Japan advocate for the introduction of a hate speech prevention ordinance amid rising Islamophobia during a symposium organized by the Fukuoka Bar Association.
Should the railway be discontinued or remain... the difficult decisions of mayors: 'What does public mean?'
Mayors in the Chikuho region of Fukuoka Prefecture face tough decisions regarding the future of local railways amid financial difficulties, with many opting for bus alternatives instead.
Heisei ChikuhΕ Railway: 7 municipalities shift to 'bus conversion', decisions from 9 municipalities along the line are finalized
The Heisei ChikuhΕ Railway, facing financial difficulties, has seen five out of nine municipalities along its route opt for a conversion to bus services, with decisions arising from a recent council meeting.
'Yudai's suffering has finally been recognized' - Mother speaks on results from renewed investigation into bullying after son's suicide
The mother of a high school student who committed suicide expresses relief that an investigation into bullying has validated her son's suffering.
Mayor described as 'gangster's subordinate' ordered to pay damages by Fukuoka District Court
The mayor of Oto Town, Joji Nagahara, has been awarded 550,000 yen in damages after a media outlet was found guilty of defaming him by labeling him as a 'subordinate of a gangster.'
Second Year Student's Suicide: Reinvestigation Committee Recognizes 12 Instances of Bullying, School's Crisis Management 'Dysfunctional'
A reinvestigation committee found 12 instances of bullying contributing to the suicide of a second-year student at Tokai University Fukuoka High School, highlighting failures in the school's crisis management system.
First Oral Argument in Lawsuit Questioning School's Response to Bullying After Kendo Club Member's Suicide at Tokai University Fukuoka High School
A lawsuit against Tokai University Fukuoka High School questions the school's response to bullying following the suicide of a 17-year-old kendo club member in 2021.
After Arashi and Dream Comes True performances, paid overnight stay on trains allowed at Hakata Station as a measure against hotel shortages
As a response to hotel shortages during overlapping popular concerts, JR Kyushu allows fans to stay overnight on specific train cars at Hakata Station for a fee.
Two girls die in a mother-child support facility, possibly involved in an incident in Kama, Fukuoka.
Two young girls were found unresponsive at a welfare facility in Kama, Fukuoka, and were later pronounced dead at a hospital; a woman believed to be their mother is in stable condition and is being questioned by police.
Two US Soldiers Sent for Prosecution for Sequential Theft in Nakasu; Also in Tokyo's Kabukicho
Two US soldiers have been sent for prosecution by the Fukuoka Prefectural Police for multiple thefts at restaurants in Nakasu and suspected similar offenses in Tokyo's Kabukicho.
Man in a managerial position at the Board of Education arrested on suspicion of attempted voyeurism against a high school girl, partially denies charges
A 55-year-old education official from Itoshima City was arrested on suspicion of attempting to take inappropriate photos of a female high school student, with partial denial of the charges.
Fire at ANA Hotel in front of Hakata Station, guests evacuate amid smoke
A fire broke out at the ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel near Hakata Station in Fukuoka, prompting the evacuation of guests and causing chaos due to smoke in the area.
Parents Arrested for Injuring One-Month-Old Son by Shaking Him
A 23-year-old father and a 19-year-old mother were arrested for allegedly shaking their one-month-old son, causing serious injuries, in Fukuoka, Japan.
Former sauna operator arrested for allegedly voyeuristic filming of customers claims 'it was for security purposes'
A former private sauna operator in Fukuoka has been arrested for allegedly filming customers in the nude, claiming that the act was intended for security.
Man associated with sex work arrested, claimed 'there are jobs that pay well' to multiple women
A 39-year-old man, Masato Miyamoto, was arrested in Fukuoka for allegedly introducing women to sex establishments, claiming they could earn substantial incomes.
Women 'pantomiming' in the entertainment district: A decade of conflict between police and touts in Nakasu, Kyushu
The article discusses the ongoing conflict in Nakasu, Fukuoka, between police enforcing laws against touting and the women who work in the entertainment industry as touts, particularly highlighting a unique form of communication used by some workers.
New Communication System at 120-Year-Old Girls' High School: Together with Full-Time Classes and Language Training, Cafeteria Included
A longstanding girls' high school in Japan introduces a new communication-based learning program to support students who are unable to attend regular classes.
11-Month-Old Daughter Dies, Mother Acquitted of Charges: Were the Head Injuries Caused by Abuse or Accident?
A mother in Japan was acquitted of charges relating to the death of her 11-month-old daughter, with the court deliberating whether her head injuries resulted from an accident or abuse.
Chidori-ya Honke, known for Chidori Manju, applies for civil rehabilitation while continuing operations
Chidori-ya Honke applied for civil rehabilitation in Fukuoka while continuing its operations, with total debts nearing 2.27 billion yen due to financial struggles exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Spring of New Life: The Trap of "Cheap Collection" for Unwanted Items, Even Top Search Results Lead to Trouble
Many people in Japan are facing issues with unscrupulous waste collection services that lure customers with low prices but end up charging exorbitant fees.
Kusui no En: A Song and Dance Festival at Dazaifu Tenmangu Temple, Wish for Peace in the Air
The 'Kusui no En', a festival recreating Heian period court customs, was held at the Dazaifu Tenmangu Temple in Fukuoka on March 1st, showcasing traditional performances and songs that wished for peace.
Student-only entry banned; McDonald's marks names of middle schools in Fukuoka
A McDonald's in Fukuoka has banned students from entering the premise and has displayed a sign naming two nearby middle schools due to ongoing disruptive behavior.
Nakashu Drug Trafficking Group? 13 Arrested for Violations of the Narcotics Control Law
Fukuoka Prefectural Police have arrested 13 individuals, including a company employee, on suspicion of drug trafficking in Nakashu, Fukuoka City.
Arashi and Dreams Come True Concerts Overlap in Fukuoka, JR Kyushu Considers Train Hotel Due to Hotel Shortage
JR Kyushu is considering offering a train hotel service as a solution to the expected hotel shortage during the overlapping concerts of Arashi and Dreams Come True in Fukuoka.
Nishitetsu Bus Travels 370 Meters with Door Open, No Injuries
A Nishitetsu bus in Fukuoka traveled approximately 370 meters with its boarding door wide open, but fortunately, no injuries were reported among the passengers.
Collision between kindergarten bus and passenger car, multiple children transported by ambulance in Fukuoka, Onaga
A collision between a kindergarten bus and a passenger car in Onaga, Fukuoka, resulted in nine children and four staff members being transported to the hospital.
Three stabbed at library, a 61-year-old man sent to prosecution for allegedly attacking indiscriminately with a kitchen knife from home
A 61-year-old man has been sent to prosecution after allegedly injuring three individuals with a knife at a Fukuoka city library in Japan.
70-Year-Old Security Guard Subdues Stabber Who Injured Three in Library
A security guard in his 70s in Fukuoka, Japan, successfully subdued a 61-year-old man who stabbed three people in a local library.
61-Year-Old Arrested: 'I Wanted to Kill Someone' - Three Stabbed at Fukuoka Library, No Prior Acquaintance
A 61-year-old unemployed man was arrested for attempted murder after stabbing three people at a Fukuoka library, claiming he wanted to kill someone despite having no prior connection with the victims.
Three people reported stabbed at library; man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder in Fukuoka
Three individuals were stabbed at a public library in Fukuoka, Japan, leading to the arrest of a middle-aged man on suspicion of attempted murder.
Defense Team Claims 'Skipped Over Hearing' in Iizuka Case; Second Re-trial Application Dismissed by High Court
The Fukuoka High Court dismissed the second re-trial application concerning the infamous Iizuka case, provoking anger from the defense team who claimed insufficient hearings were conducted.
Mitsuki Katsuya 9th Dan shows strong performance, defeating Koutarou Fukuoka in the Go Master League
Mitsuki Katsuya secured a decisive victory against Koutarou Fukuoka in the 51st Go Master League, showcasing a return to form with a strategic attack.
What is the 'Iizuka Incident' from 34 years ago? Denial continues, execution two years after death penalty confirmed
The Fukuoka High Court recently denied the request for retrial in the 34-year-old Iizuka Incident, where two young girls were murdered, highlighting ongoing debates about judicial processes in Japan.
Iizuka case of the murder of two girls: Fukuoka High Court also rejects retrial request
The Fukuoka High Court has rejected a retrial request for Michitoshi Kumami, a former death row inmate, in the Iizuka case involving the murder of two young girls in 1992.
Decision on the retrial of the Iizuka incident to be made on the 16th: new testimonies in focus, death penalty already executed
The Fukuoka High Court is set to decide on the retrial of Michitoshi Kuma, a former death row inmate, in the Iizuka case involving the murders of two young girls in 1992.
12-Year-Old Boy Dies After Falling from 18th Floor in Kitakyushu, Fukuoka
A 12-year-old boy died after falling from the 18th floor of an apartment building in Kitakyushu, Fukuoka.
All six former police officers not prosecuted for misconduct of the 'scuba unit' concerning lewd acts and assault
Six former police officers in Fukuoka have been not prosecuted for allegations of assault and non-consensual sexual acts involving junior officers.
Theft Targeting Delivery Boxes, Eight Cases Established Using Absence Notification Codes
A man has been arrested in Fukuoka for stealing from delivery boxes using codes taken from absence notifications, leading to eight confirmed theft cases.
Arrested for unregistered exchange of cryptocurrency using online casino remittance function, suspected money laundering
A man in Fukuoka has been arrested for allegedly exchanging cryptocurrency without registration by utilizing a remittance function of an online casino.
Cherry blossom forecast: First bloom expected in Tokyo on March 21, followed by Fukuoka, Kochi, and Yokohama
Japan's weather agency predicts that cherry blossoms will first bloom in Tokyo on March 21, with other cities following a few days later.
Acquisition of Land for Asahi Beer Hakata Factory by JR Kyushu and Others, Development Scheduled After 2029
A consortium led by JR Kyushu has announced a deal to acquire the land of the Asahi Beer Hakata factory, set to cease operations by the end of 2028, for future development.
The retrial request for the Kikuchi case begins in the Fukuoka High Court; the defense calls it 'unusually fast'
The Fukuoka High Court has commenced hearings regarding the retrial request for the Kikuchi case, with the defense expressing satisfaction over the rapid progression.