On Air: Rainbow Plaza Information/2011.10.31(Mon)/8:35～
Rebroadcasting: 2011.11.3(Thu)/8:35～

           Consultation on Immigration, Visa Status and Nationality

To maintain a safe and comfortable life in Japan, it is necessary for foreign residents to have correct knowledge about residency status and term of stay regulations. At Rainbow　Plaza, located on the 8^th floor of Tenjin IMS building, free consultation regarding immigration, residency and nationality is offered for foreigners living inFukuoka.

A gyousei-shoshi, or administrative lawyer, from the　Fukuoka　Gyosei-shoshi Lawyers Association who specializes in such matters will answer your questions and offer consultation about topics such as the Japanese immigration system and residency status.

Consultations are held every second Sunday of the month. This month, it is scheduled for November 13th from 1 to 4 PM. Please note you are required to register by 3:30 PM.

There are English and Chinese translators present, and so consultation in English, Chinese and Japanese does not require a reservation. For consultation in other languages, please contact Rainbow Plazaat least one week prior to your visit, as an interpreter might be arranged.

Rainbow　Plazais open from 10 AM to 8 PM. For further information, please contact　Rainbow　Plaza　by phone at 092-733-2220.

　　　　　　　　　　　 World Citizens-Dontaku 2011

The Global Citizen Dontaku 2011 is taking place Saturday, November the 5th and Sunday the 6th, from 11 AM through 5 PM the Cultural Gallery as well as in the seminar room located on the 2^nd floor of ACROS Fukuoka.

There, panel exhibits and workshops will be offered to introduce the activities of　Fukuoka’s local NGOs and international exchange groups engaged in various international cooperation and exchange programs.

Various goods from countries around the world will be available for purchase. In addition, guests will have the opportunity to try on the native dress of different nations. Admission is free! Come and enjoy getting to know a little more about foreign cultures and lands!

For further information, please contact the Global Citizen Dontaku Management Office by phone at 092-733-5630.

Or, check out the homepage at chikyushimin.jimdo.com.

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