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Hey, Japanese taxi driver! Take us to the best restaurant in Fukuoka’s Hakata neighborhood!

The Hanmen Set is our new must-eat in Kyushu’s biggest foodie town.

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How to avoid queues at this Ichiran ramen restaurant in Japan

Don’t line up with the other tourists — locals know a secret way to beat the crowds.

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Best breakfast ramen in southern Japan? Taste-testing Fukuoka’s super-convenient Morning Ramen

A perfect place for your last, or first, meal in Japan’s southern ramen capital.

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We receive first-class treatment for economy-class prices at First Cabin Hakata hotel

Ever wanted to fly first-class but could never afford it? Here’s the next best thing (on the ground).

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We visit the 24-hour male-only sauna just outside of Hakata Station and ponder a strange sight

The spa is only a two-minute walk from Hakata Station in Fukuoka City

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Catch! Noodles and bowls fly through the air at this Japanese ramen restaurant

Professional mixed martial artist swaps the fighting ring for a different stage.

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New seasonal menu at the Kirby Cafe will keep you warm, full and happy this winter

Plus, many of the new dishes come with special collectible items!

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Spooky dystopian “State of Emergency” ads make Hakata Station feel like the world of Evangelion

These ads make us wonder if we’re taking the state of emergency seriously enough! 

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Theft victim uses social media to catch suspects, suspects use social media to convict selves

Instacrime and Punishment.

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Taxi driver argues with man, runs him over then drives into wall 【Video】

Some people in Japan are siding with the driver over the incident.

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White Curry Udon: A new take on noodles discovered at a Japanese airport

Part curry, part noodles, part Shepherd’s Pie, this is a unique dish worth travelling for.

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We order a craft beer at the combi conbini standing bar near Hakata Station【Pictures】

Pop into this Poplar store to buy convenience store snacks and quaff a craft beer in the same place!

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Budget accommodation in Japan lets you stay for less than 18 bucks a night!

Clean, new and with lots of available extras, this is a fantastic option for savvy travellers.

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Fukuoka City aims to resume traffic at site of road collapse less than a week after accident

Following days of around-the-clock work by construction workers, all eyes are on the city again following reports that the road will be fit to drive on by today.

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UPDATE: Situation remains serious at scene of road collapse in Fukuoka

Our Japanese correspondent in Fukuoka brings us the latest images from the scene of the road collapse that occurred on the island of Kyushu.

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Which foods define Fukuoka’s amazing culinary scene? The Internet votes 【Poll】

If you have ever had the pleasure of visiting the southern Japanese city of Fukuoka, you probably know about its amazing food that has people from all over the country booking trips there just to stuff themselves silly. Between the rich, pork broth and firm noodles of the famous Hakata Ramen and the spicy delight that is mentaiko (marinated cod and pollack roe), Fukuoka is a place visitors leave having to loosen their belt a few notches.

With so many delicious things to come out of the city, an online poll set out to see which dishes people think are the epitome of the Fukuoka food scene. Click below to see the results and vote on what you think is the best food to come out of Fukuoka!

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