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Mr. Kebab Nishijin FAST FOOD AT LUNCH, AUTHENTIC TURKISH AT NIGHT

hen Balci came to Fukuoka four years ago, there were few kebab shops so he opened his own! He started with a food truck in 2010 and later opened his first shop inside Aeon Mall

Kashiihama. Last year, he opened his second shop in Nishijin. Mr. Kebab Nishijin’s main focus in the daytime is kebabs. The kebabs are freshly sliced from a rotating spit and alternate daily between chicken and beef. Tender Australian lamb is also available. Large portions and choice of several sauces from mild to spicy make them highly addictive! In the evening the menu broadens with a bevy of authentic Turkish dishes, beers, wines, and Raki too. You can order hummus (chick pea paste) and tzatziki (yogurt dip) a la carte or try daily meze (chef's choice) platters made from seasonal ingredients. The kitchen is run by a Turkish veteran cook who uses Halal meat and offers falafel kebabs, so both Muslim and vegetarian customers can enjoy eating here. Every Friday there’s a wine party including a generous meze platter and all-you-can-drink

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wine for just ¥3,500 per person. For those with a sweet tooth, don’t miss the baklava or Turkish ice cream!

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Address: 5-1-35-1F Nishijin, Sawaraku, Fukuoka Tel.: 090-9796-9831 Open: 11:30~23:00 (Lunch till 17:00) Closed: Mon. Cards: not accepted. Menu: Lunch: Kebab sandwich ¥500~ (Set ¥780~), Student set (Sandwich or rice + drink) chicken ¥500. Dinner: Shish kebab (w/ rice, salad, bread) ¥1,250~, Hummus & tzatziki ¥500, Meze platter ¥1,350

住所：福岡市早良区西新 5-1-35-1F 電話： 090-9796-9831 営業時間：11:30 〜 23:00（ランチ〜 17：00）定休日：月曜日カード：不ン・ビーフ・ラム・ファラフェル）中心で、可メニュー：【ランチ】ケバブサンド（単品 17 時以降に本格的なトルコ料理がメニューに ¥500 〜、セット ¥780 〜）、学割（サンド or 並ぶ。フムス（ひよこ豆のペースト）やジャライス＋ドリンク付）チキン ¥500、【ディジック（ヨーグルトのサラダ）といった単品ナー】シシケバブ（ライス・サラダ・パン付）メニューのほか、旬の食材を使ったメニュー ¥1250 〜、フムス＆ジャジック ¥500、前菜などが日替わりで楽しめる。約 10 年間、トプレート ¥1,350、カクテル ¥600、ラク（トルコ料理店で腕を振るっていたシェフが腕をルコのお酒）¥550

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振るう西新店は、ハラル認証を受けた肉を使用し、ひよこ豆のコロッケ・ファラフェルのケバブなど、ベジタリアンやイスラム圏の外国人にも嬉しいメニューが揃う。人気の毎週金曜日のワインパーティは、前菜のプレートとワイン飲み放題で 1 人 3,500 円。ひとりでもカジュアルに楽しめる。

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ギリスで出会った福岡出身の女性との結婚が縁で福岡を訪れたバルジ・エムラーさん。「山も海も近くてちょうどいいサイズ。福岡の街をすっかり気に入った」彼。今でこそ、世界中で人気のファストフード、ケバブは日本国内でも専門店を見かけるようになったが、彼が来福した約 4 年前には福岡にケバブ専門店が殆どなかったので、ショップオープンを思い立ったとか。移動販売からスタートし、翌年 3 月にはイオンモール香椎浜内に 1 号店をオープン。そして今から約 1 年前に、2 号店となるここ、西新店をオープンさせた。日中はケバブ（チキ

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FALL GUIDE - Over twenty event listings in English & Japanese:

he Hakata area comes alive in fall, with the Hakata Akihaku (Autumn Festa) - a series of colorful events and festivals from October to November - some of which have been running for hundreds of years. Hakata Akihaku 2013 features an exceptional variety of colorful, must-see events, ranging from those imbued with historical romance at the shrines and temples of Hakata, to concerts, art, dramas, walking tours, and lectures. It’s a great chance to deepen your knowledge of Hakata’s history and enjoy the feast of arts, food, and music.

Here’s three wonderful night time events in Hakata - but check online for our full Hakata Akihaku guide!

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AUTUMN IN HAKATA AKIHAKU 2013

HAKATA TOMYO WATCHING 2013 博多灯明ウォッチング2013 Each October Hakata streets are illuEVENT minated with tens of thousands of pa1 per lanterns. Stroll through the many narrow side streets to see small and large creative lantern formations plus some foods and drinks stalls too. This event, organized by local families children and others, has become a major event, synonymous with autumn in Hakata. Free shuttle buses link five sites and free maps are available at each viewing spot! • 10/19 (Sat.) 18:00 ~21:00 • Kushida Shrine, Hakata Elementary School, Gokusho Area, Tochoji, Hakata Wharf area, Fujita Park, Hakataekimae Hiroba, Former Reisen Elementary School • Free

WHAT IS TOMYO WATCHING?

灯明ウォッチングとは？ Traditionally, “tomyo” lanterns are illuminated as votive offerings to the gods and Buddha, or at memorial services ( 供養). The Hakata Tomyo Watching festival started in 1994, inspired from a traditional ceremony called Sentomyo that is held at temples and shrines in Fukuoka and Oita in which 1,000 paper lanterns are lit up. The beautifully illuminated paper lanterns symbolize prayers for good health and the well-being of one’s family.

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HAKATA KENJO DOCHU 博多献上道中 Crowds gather at this annual autumn event to watch the parade of women 2 in traditional kimono. At this year’s parade, women clad in black kimono and Hakata kenjo obi (a traditional local craft) will walk in procession, accompanied by men with flags and lanterns.

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• 10/19 (Sat.) 17:00 ~ 20:00 (17:00~ Kawabata Shotengai, 18:30~ Hakataekimae Hiroba  Jotenji  Shofukuji  Tochoji) • Free

HAKATA LIGHT UP WALK 2013 博多ライトアップウォーク2013 Historical zen temples and gardens in the Hakata area are beautifully illuminatEVENT ed for this event. In between venues 3 there are areas with mini-concerts and stalls selling food, drinks and items. It’s a lot of fun just to wander around! Entry requires one ticket per venue. Books of tickets can be purchased at convenience stores at a discount in advance. • 10/31 (Thu.) ~ 11/4 (Mon. Hol.) 18:00 ~ 21:00 (enter ~20:45) • Kushida Shrine, Jyotenji, Tochoji, Myorakuji, Enkakuji, Junshinji, Sesshinin, Former Reisen Elementary School. Except: Myotenji and Shojoji which are free • Adv.: ¥1,000, Door: ¥1,200 (for 8 ticket set)

SPECIAL! PROJECTION MAPPING AT FORMER REISEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 見どころ！プロジェクションマッピング@旧冷泉小学校 Returning to Hakata Light Up Walk this year after much praise in 2012, a projection mapping display will be held at the Former Reisen Elementary School. Special projection technology is used to turn objects and buildings into a display surface for artistic video projection.

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WHAT’S WITH THAT? READERS SPEAK OUT!

フクオカ・ナウ読者が熱く語ります！

Are you taking Fukuoka for granted? Joel Dechant, Translator/Interpreter

y the time this goes to press, I’ll be back in Japan after two months in rural USA. Being a freelancer, I go home every year for an extended period, and while I never really got to take a vacation, I did find some time between jobs (and oh-so cheap American beers) to ponder the many things I like and miss about Fukuoka from my makeshift “office” in Podunk, Pennsylvania. First and foremost, Fukuoka has great food! As much as I like to tell my friends in Japan about the wonders of the Wedgie (a sandwich made on a pizza shell; not to be confused with the underwear pulling prank), the food in Fukuoka beats standard American fare hands-down. One ill-fated attempt to doctor a package of instant ramen with whatever my dad had in his spice rack reminded me how awesome a bowl of Hakata

『福岡』を当たり前だと思っちゃいけないよ。ジョエル・デカント／アメリカ／翻訳・通訳

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リーランサーの僕は、毎年 2 カ月ほどなぜ福岡が気に入っているかを考えてみたよ。帰省する。福岡を離れるからといってまず胸を張って言えることは、福岡の食べも休暇じゃないから、仕事の合間に、物はすごく美味い！日本の友達にペンシルベ

ニアの B 級グルメ「ウェッジー（パンの代わりにピザ生地を使ったサンド）」の美味さを宣伝してはいるが、福岡の食べ物は圧勝さ。アメリカの実家でインスタントラーメンにスパイス等で『改良』を試みた時、どれだけ博多ラーメンが旨いかを改めて思い知らされたし、鍋だって、新鮮な魚だって格別。福岡にあるといいな、と思うものを強いて挙げるとすれば、ピーナッツバターパイくらいさ（笑）。それから、福岡は安全！僕の 20 年間にわたるアメリカ生活では、銃をもった犯罪者に一度も遭遇していないし、僕の知る限りの銃保持者たちは責任を持って管理している。で

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ramen is. I am still blown away that there are ramen shacks that serve bowls for less than ¥300. And with fall fast approaching, I am glad to know I’ll be back just in time for nabe season. Let’s not forget fresh fish. I wouldn’t even use the “salmon” in the supermarket here to feed stray cats. About the only thing Fukuoka might be missing in this category is peanut butter pie. Second, Fukuoka is safe. Let’s face it. America is awash in guns. In the 20 years that I lived in America, I never had a run-in with a gun-wielding criminal, and most of the people I know who have guns (i.e., almost everyone) are responsible with their weapons, but with approximately one gun for every, man woman and child in the US* and over 32,000 gun deaths a year*, the United States now ranks 99th on the Global Peace Index ** compared to Japan’s 6th place. I’m not anti-gun, but I have to admit it has been nice to have lived in a relatively gunless society for the past 15 years, 10 of those with kids. Let’s talk service. Every time I go through US airport security or stop at McDonalds at

the behest of my 10-year old, I am reminded of how well Japan does service. For the most part, workers are friendly and take pride in what they do, no matter how humble, and they keep their workplaces clean. While the clerks at my local supermarket in the US are friendly, there are some places here—namely, fast food joints—where you do not expect to get good service. I think even some Japanese people take service for granted. In my opinion, it’s one of Japan’s strongest points, and shrewd businesspeople would be smart to export it. Last but not least, Fukuoka is convenient. To be fair to my hometown, I really can’t compare a hamlet of 7,000 to a bustling city of 1.5 million, but compared to other major US cities, Fukuoka is the clear winner. When I moved here six years ago, I sold my car and haven’t felt the need for one since. The city is compact and easy to navigate, and public transit options are plentiful. My preferred mode of transportation is, in fact, my own two feet. I love walking through the city, taking new routes home and finding new bars and restaurants. The US is still very

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も、世界平和インデックスランク 6 位の日本と、99 位のアメリカ ** は比べものならない。僕は反銃保持者ではないけれど、統計上では国民 1 人にほぼ 1 丁の銃が行き渡り、銃による死者は年間 32,000 人 * のアメリカと、日本での銃無し生活の違いは明らかだよ。サービス面だってそう。アメリカの空港の保安検査場や、息子の命令で行かざるを得ないマクドナルドでは、どれだけ日本のサービスがいいかをしみじみ思い知らされる。大半のスタッフはフレンドリーだし、仕事に誇りを持っているけど謙虚で、職場も常に清潔に保たれている。アメリカの地元スーパーマー

ケットのスタッフもフレンドリーだけど、ファストフード店なんかでは、日本のようなサービスは期待しちゃいけない。日本人の中で、こういったサービスが当たり前と思っている人がいると思うけど、僕は、これはまさしく日本の強みだと思う。そして何よりも福岡は便利。僕の地元は人口 7,000 人だけで、150 万人もいる賑やかな福岡とは比較にならないけど、アメリカの主要都市と比べても福岡の右に出る都市はない。僕が福岡に越してきて 6 年、車を手放した後も、特に不便だと感じたことはないよ。街はコンパクトで移動も簡単だし、公共交通機関

もたくさんある。この街を歩き回って、新しい道を見つけたり、新しいバーやレストランを見つけるのが今ではすっかりお気に入りさ。そんなわけで、僕が福岡を好きな理由がわかってもらえたかな？どこにも何にも良いところと悪いところがあるし、初心者でも古参者であっても、外国人はたまに日本についての不満を言ってすっきりしたいときもあるだろう。でも、その愚痴が多くなってきたと感じたら、もう一度福岡のいいところを思い返してみるといいよ。今の生活が当たり前になってないかい？ドーデショ？ *, ** 参照は Now オンラインに掲載

much a car-oriented society, and save for a handful of huge metro areas, you need a car to get around. So these are just a few things I like about Fukuoka (I’ll save my gripes for another column). It may sound hackneyed, but every place has its good points and bad points. Many foreigners, newbies and lifers alike, may need to vent about Japan now and again, but when your bitching becomes chronic, maybe you need to stop and remember all the good things Fukuoka has to offer. Are you taking them for granted? Dodesho. * Check online for footnotes.

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本場のトルコ料理店 SHOP 1 AEON MALL KASHIIHAMA Tel.: 092-673-6888 Open daily: 10:00~22:00. 3-12-1-2F Kashiihama, Higashi-ku SHOP 2 NISHIJIN Tel.: 090-9796-9831 Open: 11:00~23:00. Closed: Monday. 5-1-35 Nishijin, Sawara-ku

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Enjoy the tastiest authentic German breads and pretzels at Fukuoka Oktoberfest!

FUKUOKA OKTOBERFEST 2013

http://forcasweb.com/oktoberfest Oct. 18 (Fri.)~27 (Sun.) in Reisen Park Weekdays: 16:00~22:00, Sat., Sun.: 11:00~22:00 • Free admission! • Many varieties of German beer • Live band from Germany! • Huge beer tent and Merry Go Round (from Germany)

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Koyo Autumn Leaves in Fukuoka

福岡の秋 “紅葉”

Koyo refers to the changing autumn colors of deciduous trees in Japan. Leaves turn spectacular shades of red, yellow and brown depending on species - and before falling to the ground. The koyo season lasts around 50 days, starting in Hokkaido mid-September and making its way down Japan to Kyushu by late October.

he exact timing to see the leaves changes every year, depending on weather conditions. This year’s koyo in Kyushu is predicted to be delayed (late Oct.~early Dec.), however it’s never too early to start planning! Decide where you want to go, book a ryokan and prepare to see a full spectrum of autumn colors in Kyushu. Fukuoka Now has compiled an online guide to koyo in Fukuoka - complete with links to useful weather resources, photographs, maps, and our pick of twenty spots near Fukuoka to view autumn leaves. Check the full guide online. fukuoka-now.com/koyo2013 Meanwhile here are three spots close to the city to get started on your koyo adventures…

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YUSENTEI PARK · 友泉亭公園

KOMYOZENJI · 光明禅寺

Originally built in 1754 as a second home for Kuroda Tsugutaka the 6th lord of Fukuoka, Yusentei is a beautiful Japanese garden centered on a lake. In autumn, the maples, zelkova, oak and Japanese wax trees planted around the water undergo an autumn transformation as the leaves change to red, yellow, and orange. Take a stroll around the grounds, and enjoy a Matcha Tea Set in the garden (¥300).

Only 10 minutes walk from the train station, this is one of the most easily accessible spots for autumn leaf viewing in Fukuoka City. Komyozenji is a Zen temple, located just south of Dazaifu’s famous Tenmangu Shrine. There’s a rock garden at the front, however it’s the rear Japanese garden that’s worth seeing in mid-November. Maple tree branches hang over the immaculately maintained garden, making the temple a popular autumn leaf spot when they change color and fall.

Address: 1-46 Yusentei, Jonan-ku, Fukuoka Koyo peak: Mid Nov. Fee: Adult ¥200, Child ¥100

Address: 2-16-1 Saifu, Dazaifu Koyo peak: Mid Nov. ~ End Nov. Fee: ¥200

Full guide, map, links and 20 spots: fukuoka-now.com/koyo2013

RAIZAN SENNYOJI DAIHIOIN · 雷山千如寺大悲王院 Founded by an Indian Buddhist monk, this temple is located in the picturesque mountains of Itoshima. Year-round, the large Buddhist statues (“1,000-Armed Standing Kannon” etc.) are a hit with visitors, but come mid-November a spectacular display of autumn foliage is the main attraction. A 400-year-old giant maple tree (a Municipally-Designated Natural Monument) shows a vibrant display of autumn in Japan. Around 200 maple trees in the surrounding area too. Address: 626 Raizan, Itoshima City Koyo peak: Early Nov. ~ End Nov. Fee: General Admission ¥400 / Maple-viewing only ¥100 (Only in Nov.) www.fukuoka-now.com • 9

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Creative City Fukuoka International Symposium

Nakasu Matsuri

Red Bull BC One Asia Pacific Finals

Asia Pacific Festival Fukuoka 2013

Asia’s top 16 B-Boys will go head to head at Kushida Jinja to earn a spot at the Red Bull BC One South Korea World Finals, in Seoul, on November 30. Japan Cypher Winner Niro will battle, alongside Hong Kong's Drunk, Korea's Shorty Force and the 15-year-old Issei, from Japan.

Experience Asian culture and foods at this three day outdoor festival. Chefs from the Philippines to Malaysia serve up local dishes at food stalls. Souvenirs and gifts from the Asian Pacific on sale along with live music and dance stages.

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アジア太平洋フェスティバル福岡2013

Key players from the Japanese and overseas creative industries gather in Fukuoka. The schedule includes panel discussions, networking opportunities for creators and companies, and a presentation by Mr. Yoshimitsu Banno (Executive Producer of Hollywood’s Godzilla remake).

Held for the 38th time in the Nakasu entertainment district, the festival features a famous float carried by about 500 women wearing happi coats and headbands. Don't miss the bar-hopping event on the 3rd - a great chance to enjoy Nakasu bars on the cheap (Adv.:¥3,000 for 3 places)!

「クリエイティブ都市・福岡」中洲まつり国際シンポジウム今年で38回目となる中洲まつり国内外からクリエイティブ関連のキーパーソンを招き、クリエーターを対象とするシンポジウム・交流会がアクロス福岡にて開催される。来年全米公開予定のハリウッド版『ゴジラ』エグゼクティブ・プロデューサー坂野義光氏のトークショーや、パネルディスカッションを通じて、世界の映像コンテンツ業界の潮流や世界へのビジネス展開に関する最新情報を提供。

は総勢500人の女性がねじり鉢巻と法被姿で神輿を担ぎ、威勢よく中洲界隈を練り歩く「女みこし」が有名だ。ネオン輝く中洲の街に、博多女性の元気なかけ声が響き渡り祭りを熱くする。プレイベントとして10月1日から博多川に水上レストランを設置する。毎年大好評の「中洲はしご酒（10 月3日）」は3店舗回って¥3,000 （前売り価格）とお得に中洲のお店を楽しむチャンス。

◦10/1 (Tue.) 14:30 ~ 18:50 ◦ACROS Fukuoka International Conference Hall ◦Free ◦092-711-4339 ◦Simultaneous translation avail.

◦10/4 (Fri.) ~ 5 (Sat.) ◦Nakasu area ◦Free (not incl. bar-hopping) ◦092-272-1440 (10:00～17:00)

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今回で10年目を迎える1対1のブレイクダンス・バトル世界最高峰のコンテストRed Bull BC One のアジア代表を決めるAsia Pacific Finalsが櫛田神社で繰り広げられる。World Finalの舞台で、B-Boy 世界No.1となるダンサーはアジアから出るのか？各国から勝ち上がった16名のB-Boysがアジア No.1の座を賭けて戦う姿を見に行こう！ ◦10/12 (Sat.) 17:00 ~ 19:00 ※ Cancelled if rain ◦Kushida Shrine ◦Free (online pre-registration req.) ◦1-41 Kamikawabatamachi, Hakata-ku

多様なアジア太平洋地域の魅力を一度に味わえる祭り、「アジア太平洋フェスティバル福岡 2013」。異国情緒あふれる屋台では、フィリピン、マレーシアから本場のシェフが来福し、限定メニューを提供。艶やかな衣装の華やかなステージパフォーマンスにも注目したい。福岡にいながらアジア太平洋地域の雰囲気を満喫できる刺激的な3日間をお見逃し無く！ ◦10/12 (Sat.) ~ 10/14 (Mon.) ◦Fukuoka City Hall Fureai Hiroba / Hakata Eki Hiroba ◦Free entry

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Machinaka Art Gallery

Fukuoka Oktoberfest 2013

Country Gold 2013

Hakata Halloween 2013

Young artists use public spaces in Tenjin and Nakasu as sites for artistic expression. Artworks include elements of the city’s history, promoting a deeper appreciation of the area’s culture and traditions. Held for the fourth time, the event showcases the creativity of Fukuoka’s younger generation.

One of Hakata's Autumn fixtures, this grand festival attracts droves of revellers. Enjoy a wide selection of German beer, sausages and other traditional foods and breads as a German folk band performs in a huge tent. There's even an 1800s-style merry-go-round from Germany! "Prost!"

Celebrating 25 years, one of Japan’s biggest country music festivals returns to the outdoor stage under magnificent Mt. Aso. The direct-from-the-US lineup features Aaron Tippin, Anita Cochran, Daryle Singletary, and Robyn Young. Clothing booths and BBQ space.

Get in the Halloween spirit watching hundreds of participants wearing creepy and creative costumes in the 7th annual parade from Hakata Riverain to Canal City. Best dressers are awarded big prizes after the parade, and Jack-o'-lanterns line the course route from Oct. 1!

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第4回目となる今回は、天神〜中洲エリアを中心に展開。街の文化に関連する会場に、若手アーティストが制作する「その会場ならではの作品」を展示する。映像、パフォーマンス、漫画などの作品鑑賞と、まち歩きの両方を楽しめるこのイベントは、秋の散策にぴったり。実際に動いて・見て・感じて、まちの文化や魅力を再発見しよう。

200年以上の歴史をもつ世界最大の民俗祭｢オクトーバーフェスト｣。ビールファンお待ちかねの祭りが今年も福岡にやってくる！17 種以上のドイツビールに、ソーセージやプレッツェルなどビールにぴったりのドイツ料理を販売。 1896年製メリーゴーランドと、ミュンヘンからはベルナー氏率いる陽気なアルピス楽団が会場をさらに盛り上げる。みんなでジョッキ片手に合言葉は「Prost！」

◦10/12 (Sat.) ~ 10/30 (Wed.) ◦Candidate site: Hakata Kawabata Shotengai etc. ◦Free ◦092-711-4665

◦10/18 (Fri.) ~ 10/27 (Sun.) Weekdays: 16:00 ~ 22:00, Weekends: 11:00 ~ 22:00 ◦Reisen Park ◦Free entry ( food and beer extra) ◦7 Kamikawabata-machi, Hakata-ku

25回目を迎えるカントリー・ミュージックの祭典。雄大な阿蘇を臨む野外ステージには、四半世紀特別記念として、カントリー界トップスターの1人、アーロン・ティッピンをはじめ、本場アメリカより招聘した豪華アーティストらが勢揃いする。日本からはキャノンボールが出演。飲食や本場ウエスタンウェアのブースに、人気のバーベキュー・コーナーも設けられるので、一日かけてゆっくり楽しみたい。 ◦10/20 (Sun.) Open: 9:00, Start: 12:00 ◦Aspecta Aso ◦Adv.: ¥7,000, Door: ¥8,000 ◦096-359-2735

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毎年大好評の一般参加型ハロウィン仮装パレードは、博多リバレインイニミニマニモをスタートし、川端商店街を通ってキャナルシティ博多を目指す、約800mの大パレード！約500人の仮装行列は一見の価値有り。ゴール地点のキャナルシティではベストドレッサー賞の発表もある。また同エリアでは10月1日からハロウィンをモチーフとした装飾も行われ、一足先にハロウィンを満喫出来る。 ◦10/27 (Sun.) 14:00 ~ ◦Hakata Riverain / Canal City Hakata ◦Free ◦092-282-2525

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◊ Asian Tropical Valley Zone Now Open Fukuoka City Zoo, celebrating its 60th anniversary this year, is home to elephants, giraffes and other animals popular with children. Some of the animals, like the gorillas and Arabian oryx, are the only ones in Kyushu. The Zoo recently completed the Asian Tropical Valley Zone, an “active exhibit” which recreates a tropical rainforest and shows how animals live in their natural habitat. New houses for the sun bears, leopards and hornbills provide visitors with an exciting, up-close experience. You can also enjoy vistas of the Zone from a new rest area.

◊ Hakata Autumn Festa 2013 In October and November, a series of autumn themed events are held at tourist spots, temples and shrines around Hakata. At the Hakata Lantern Arts Festival (10/19, 18:00-21:00), rows of luminaria arranged to form patterns light up the

For details, please visit Fukuoka City's Manabi-i learning portal at http:// gakushu.city.fukuoka.lg.jp/

◊ Health Awareness Month

streets and sites of Hakata. Other events include Hakata Light-Up Walk, a tour of illuminated temples (10/31~11/4, 18:0021:00), the Nakasu Festival, featuring restaurants on the river and a pub crawl, and Oktoberfest—a celebration of German beer. Visit http://hakatanomiryoku.com/akihaku for details.

◊ Public Lectures at Local Universities Twenty universities in the metro Fukuoka area are now offering public lectures to local residents in an effort to present research output, interact with the community and contribute to continuing education.

YIPEE! FOR FREE! Environment Festival Fukuoka 2013

People of all ages can learn about the environment at this hands-on event. Held in the plaza on the west side of City Hall on 10/19~20 (10:00~16:00), there will be more than 40 booths offering a variety of activities as well as a mammoth—an animal though to have gone extinct due to changes in the environment—made from recycled cardboard.

Based on its Health Japan 21 City Plan, Fukuoka City is promoting a range of activities aimed at improving the health of its citizens, including check-ups for the early detection of lifestyle-related diseases. Coupled with the campaign to commemorate Fukuoka's population topping 1.5 million, City Hall will run various fun health-related events throughout October and November. Health consultations and health food fairs will be held at the public health centers in each Ward. Contact the Health Section in your Ward for event schedules and other details.

◊ Universal Fukuoka City Festival 2013 This festival will be held at various venues throughout the city until 10/27. On 10/27, the Universal Fukuoka City Awards will be presented, and Péter Frankl, a Hungarian mathematician and street performer, will give a special lecture. See http://www.city. fukuoka.lg.jp/ucf/ for details.

FOR MORE INFORMATION Fukuoka City Bulletin Fukuoka Shisei Dayori is City Hall’s official magazine published bi-weekly on 1st and 15th of each month 23 times per year. It’s available in Japanese online too. Consider using it for Japanese study! ふくおか市政だより Website: www.city.fukuoka.lg.jp/shisei/ kouhou-hodo/shiseidayori

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