Fukuoka, with over 1,500 years of recorded history, is an important center of Japanese heritage and culture. Located on Kyushu Island in southwestern Japan, the city was founded as a medieval castle town and grew into a major port. Fukuoka reflects its long history through historic sites like Kushida Shrine, Fukuoka Castle ruins, and the […]

Fukuoka is continually ranked as one of the best cities to live in, both among Japanese and in global rankings. The 7th largest city in Japan, with a population of 1.5 million is one of the very few parts of Japan where the population is increasing (rather than shrinking). But why? And is Fukuoka a

If you decide to live in Fukuoka, Japan, finding the right neighborhood will be key in your enjoying the city in a way that fits your personal style and preferences. A huge advantage of Fukuoka is you can enjoy midtown life with rents about half of what you’d pay in Tokyo for similar size and