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On September 1st, Rihga Royal will open a new brand hotel on the east side of the Canal.
This fall, a long-established Japanese hotel chain will be opening a new brand of hotel in Fukuoka City, a hotbed of hotel competition. We will introduce this new hotel with a "bar" concept.
Japan's first World Tourism Guides General Assembly to be held in Fukuoka City attracting attention for MICE
In 2026, Fukuoka City will host international events such as the World Federation of Tourism Guides General Assembly, the Fukuoka Flower Show 2026, and the International Planetarium Association International Conference. What position does Fukuoka City hold in the market for these international events, known as MICE?
The "Tenjin 1-7 Project (tentative name)" on the former I'ms site will be completed at the end of May 2027 ( Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City )
Construction is underway on the former I'ms site for the "Tenjin 1-7 Project (tentative name)." At the end of May 2027, a lush, unique, mixed-use office, hotel, and commercial building will be built, based on the theme of the "Fukuoka Cultural Ecosystem."
Fukuoka Ranked 38th in the World! Mori Memorial Foundation Releases First "Startup Category Ranking"
How does Fukuoka City rate as a startup city? Let's take a look at the Global City Comprehensive Power Rankings 2025 - Startup Ecosystem.
[Fukuoka January News of Interest] Hoshino Resorts brand makes its first foray into Fukuoka Prefecture!
Here is a summary of the January news from Fukuoka reported by Fukuripa . Check out this article to find out what was happening in Fukuoka. There is also information about upcoming events, so don't miss it!
Hotel Trad Hakata, a popular hotel with over 70% foreign guests, takes on the next challenge. With the launch of the new wing project, they envision the future of Fukuoka's global talent.
The rapid increase in inbound demand is giving a powerful boost to Fukuoka's entire Tourism industry. At the forefront of this trend is the popular Hotel Trad Hakata in Hakata , Hakata Ward, boasting a high occupancy rate. Based on its "Fukuoka-style hospitality," the hotel has garnered support from both within Japan and overseas. Now, in 2026, Hotel Trad Hakata will move to the next stage. The "New Wing Project," which will address inbound demand and long-term stay needs, will be fully launched.
The cost of designing and developing the Shintencho/Parco district and underground passageways is estimated to be approximately 189 billion yen.
Redevelopment of the Tenjin 2-chome South Block (station east-west block), a corner of Fukuoka City , will begin in earnest. The cost of designing and building the Shintencho/Parco block and underground passageways is estimated to be approximately 189 billion yen.
Same-day moving using the Shinkansen! "Kyushu Shinkansen Same-day Moving" will go on sale from January 6th
With 2026 upon us, many people are probably starting to consider moving in the spring. Here's some good news: JR Kyushu and Sakai Moving Center have teamed up to offer a new, same-day speedy moving plan called "Kyushu Shinkansen Same-Day Moving." Launched on January 6, 2026, this initiative's greatest feature is its ability to efficiently move by combining the transport of belongings with the know-how of moving companies. In this article, we'll introduce this unprecedented speedy moving plan, which allows you to complete your move on the same day.
The first phase of the Kyushu University Hakozaki site will open in 2028, with completion planned for 2036.
The largest redevelopment project in Japan, the former Kyushu University Hakozaki Campus site, is finally underway. The land will be handed over in stages from April 2026, with the town scheduled to open in 2028.
Communicating the charm of Fukuoka through real estate, digital transformation, and media. "Yadoripa" creates a new hotel experience
En Media Net Co., Ltd., a member of the En Holdings Group, operates "Fukuripa," a media outlet that spreads the appeal of Fukuoka nationwide. In October 2025, they launched "Yadoripa," an unmanned and staff-reduced accommodation service. We spoke with CEO Shinichi Tsubokura and accommodation business manager Keita Sakimoto about the company's history, the background to the launch of "Yadoripa," and their outlook for the future.
