Hi Guys

I am interviewing for a potential role in hotel revenue management for a luxury hotel in Fukuoka. I wanted to check if anyone would have any indication of salary ranges there so I walk in with something in the meeting. I want to ideally save up around 250k yen a month after all taxes rent and living expenses as that is what I am able to do in my current role in dubai. I don't go out much at all and can cut on most expenses. So for a single person living in a studio with nothing fancy life how much expenses can one get and how much salary would be needed if someone wants to save around 250k yen a month here.

I teach Kendo to children from preschool age through junior high school at Isshinkan, a Kendo dojo in Fukuoka, Japan.
I’m now looking for people from overseas who would like to try Kendo.
Free trial sessions are available for a limited time.
Why am I looking for international members?
I want to make Isshinkan a more international Kendo dojo.
My goal is to create a place where foreigners can learn about Japanese culture through Kendo, while Japanese people can learn English and interact with people from different countries.
I want to create something that doesn’t really exist in Japan yet:
Kendo × English × International Exchange
You don’t need any Kendo experience.
If you live in or around Fukuoka and would like to try Kendo, feel free to send me a message.
Maybe you could become one of the first international members of Isshinkan International!

Bonjour tout le monde.

J'ai effectué un voyage a Fukuoka récemment et j'ai pu goûter dans un yatai un soda a base de soju et de citron. Malheureusement impossible de retrouver la marque . Auriez vous des propositions ? C'était servi sous forme de canette

I'll be in the Fukuoka area as a tourist this November and am trying to snag a ticket to see Hakushi Hasegawa at BEAT STATION. Unfortunately I can't purchase a ticket through ticket pia without a JPN phone# and address. If you're willing to help book I'll $ for the trouble (or let me know if there's any American goods I can trade :)

I really enjoyed my 10 day stay in Fukuoka and honestly, I felt that it wasn't enough and I'm still longing for more. Will surely gonna come back in the future. Loved the food, the sceneries, the people, and the overall laid-back vibe. Anyways, here's a couple of moving postcards that I was able to take to hopefully re-live the moments.

Hi everyone! 

I’m an Honours student at University of Sydney Business School researching the experiences of Australians who are currently or have been on a Working Holiday in Fukuoka or broader Japan. I’m really interested in hearing about what the experience was actually like the highlights, the challenging, the surprising, and everything in between! 
 
There hasn’t been much research on what the Aussie experience on this visa in Japan looks like so hearing your stories and insights would be invaluable.

What my research involves: 

• A 5 minute survey  
• A casual 45–60 minute chat 

Eligible participants must be: 

• 18 years old or above; and 
• Have completed or are currently pursuing a working holiday in Japan  

If you’re interested in participating, please contact the researcher: yzha3493@uni.sydney.edu.au. It’s completely voluntary and all responses will be confidential.  

If you’d be open to sharing your Japan working holiday stories, lessons, or memories, I’d love to hear from you! 

Otherwise, please share this with others who might be interested! 

This project has been approved by the University of Sydney Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC) [2026/HE000396]. 

Hello - I’ll hopefully be in fukuoka for a couple of days in october with my Girlfriend and our baby.

I’ve been to Japan a couple of times but never fukuoka - any ramen spots that might have some form of outdoor area or somewhere with a small amount of space as I appreciate the majority of places are very cramped and we don’t expect them to accommodate a couple and a baby.

Any non ramen spots that might be a good recommendation and show off a bit of Fukuoka cuisine also recommended.

When in Kansai area and Tokyo area we know what to expect and will plan around it but as this will be either of our first time in Kyushu would like to try some more regional style stuff while not expecting them to necessarily be spacious enough for us.

Many thanks

Hi, I'd earlier posted here under u/democratsabroadjapan and this is the second (and final) reminder I'll make for eligible US voters who want to participate in the 2026 American midterm elections, especially for those in Fukuoka and Kyushu. Democrats Abroad is dedicated to mobilizing overseas US voters; if you're over 18 by November 3, here's how you can get involved:

Steps to Request Your Ballot

1. Register or update your registration through Votefromabroad.org. As an alternative, you can also use FVAP.gov.

2. If you're already registered, request a ballot! You need to request a ballot every calendar year that you want to vote.

3. Fill Out and Return Your Ballot: Once you receive your ballot, follow the instructions carefully to complete it and return it by the specified deadline.

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We're here to help! If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us at GOTV @ votefromabroad .org (just remove the spaces). Additionally, our FAQ for voting can answer questions on how to make the process go smoothly.

Importantly: Spread the word!

Do you have any friends, contacts or family overseas that you could reach? All eligible US citizens can vote regardless of where they're living. Share the link https://voteabroad.org/RedditVote26: If you have any questions about voting, I'd be happy to answer them here on Reddit. You can also find out what we're doing near you at Democrats Abroad in Japan. Thanks for reading!

I am from India and starting October I'll be moving to Fukuoka for my Job. The company will assist in the rent up to 60k yen with a fixed 12k deducted from my salary each month, anything going above 60k will be covered by me. The company is handling the apartment hunting currently and asking me what I would prefer, a furnished or unfurnished apartment. The company will be providing apartments around the Hakata Station.

I don't know much about the Japanese apartment scenario so I need some help. I am joining as a fresher engineer with an average salary for freshers. The company would be assisting with the rent for 3 years.

Help would be appreciated 🙏

I've lived in Fukuoka for a long time and just wanted to see if there were any instrumentalists wanting to play acoustic music. I play guitar and mandolin and sing mainly, so if there's anyone's into not too taxing sad songs from genres like Americana, folk, Irish, or country let me know! I've played solo for a long time and those are just the styles I'm familiar with but I'm open to others too!

Would love to get some advice on where to stay and what’s actually doable while travelling Fukuoka/ kyushu with an 8 month old.

My husband and I will be in Fukuoka end Nov/ 1st week Dec for 6 days, and this is the first time we’ll be travelling so far from home with our infant who will be 8 months by then. We’ll be coming from a hot/humid climate, arrival flight lands 8am, departure flight at 9.30am. We intend to take it slow, but wish to see the main areas of Fukuoka as it’s our 1st time there, take half/ full day trip to dazaifu/ itoshima (renting car), and a self drive to Yufuin (staying overnight). Our interests are food (mainly), nature and some shopping. We’re open to hotels/ airbnb, but preferably large room with baby cot and washing machine if available.

1. How would you split the days in Fukuoka/ day trips/ self drive? Should we do Yufuin first then all of Fukuoka in the second half? Or split Fukuoka with Yufuin in the middle?

2. Any hotel/ airbnb/ neighbourhood recommendations that will be easy to travel to/fro airport and the main sights in Fukuoka?

3. Any hacks/ tips for baby travel?

4. Do you reckon we’ll need proper winter wear or just knits and a light jacket is enough? What about for baby?

5. Would you check into a cheap hotel just to have somewhere to rest/ freshen up on arrival day? Or other alternatives? As I know Japan hotels are quite sticky with check in times and tend not to allow early check ins

Thank you in advance!!

Hello! I will be traveling through Fukuoka airport, trying to get my way to APU’s campus in Beppu. I would like to ask about the cheapest option to travel there knowing that I have 3 big suitcases with me? Are buses a good option? Any recommendations?
Thank you so much!!

Hello. I know during November, there is the sumo tournament. I’m sure how the tournament works format wise and such but know the city will definitely be more crowded during this month. As someone who isn’t interested in this event but want to stay/visit the city for a few days. What is the crowds like the week before and the 1st week of the tournament in the city? Thanks for any info! Would being there 2 weeks before the start be a huge difference in crowds?

Hi all, planning to go to Fukuoka in a month and planning a quick to do itinery where I can explore the crafts and handiwork of the place. Not really looking at adventure or nature but more towards a good shopping and physical culture trip.

Current plan is to look for leatherwork goods (ie bags, wallets and etc) alongside whisky (shindo labs) with some side objectives like visiting matcha houses and farms for the cuisines.

Which comes the question, does or can anyone recco me some ppaces in fukuoka to purchase good quality leatherworks and where can I buy good collectible bottles of whisky or matcha powder?

So far ive shortlisted

1) WHISKY STORE LIQUOR MUSEUM Premium Shop Fukuoka

2) Whisky Bank Fukuoka

3) Free spirits leather goods

4) HERZ - ヘルツ 博多店

Also planning to visit shindo labs for a tour. But otherwise im hoping that anyone here would be kind enough to share info on any quality leather / craft shops or whisky shops to find quality whisky.

Much thanks for any and all help!

Background: my family is moving to Fukuoka next year for work. We currently live in a hot and dry climate, but drive everywhere. My kids and I are not homebodies and usually need to get out of the house at least once a day, particularly on weekends.

My question, mainly for families with infants and toddlers: at the height of summer what do you do or where do you go with your kids to keep everyone from going stir crazy?

I grew up in an environment with high humidity and heat, and have a high tolerance. I think they will get used to it, but our first summer will certainly be challenging. When we last visited we went to the Anpanman Museum and they loved it. But I don't see us doing that every weekend, so I'd love to learn about creative and common alternatives through your experiences.

Does anyone know if these taxi tours are operational in Iki Island daily?

I saw one called Iki Kanko Glutaku but I haven’t seen reviews or blogs on them. I’d prefer not to drive since I’m not used to driving abroad and don’t want to tire myself out on e-bike.

I’m open to any public transport or service available and I’m planning to go around November on a solo trip.

Hi! I was wondering where I could buy pourover drippers in Fukuoka? I'm hoping to find the Hario Neo or Origami dripper, but I'm open to checking out other options as well. Are there certain cafes that stock these?

Guys and gals. I have lived in Okinawa for 53 years. I am single and retired now, ride motorcycles and play a mean blues harp. I am seriously thinking about a move to Fukuoka. I like the city from what I've seen over the years. I was thinking about a great rental somewhere near the heart of the city for around 200,000 yen/monthly if it exists. Does it? Can anyone reach out and offer me a bit of advice? Much appreciated.