Life in Fukuoka "English"

【ISLA DE SALSA】

This year, we are celebrating the 25th anniversary of the annual outdoor world beat and dance festival, ISLA DE SALSA!  The event will be held on the weekend of August 31 and September 1 at Nokonoshima Camp Village. This festival features Japan’s leading salsa band "Orquesta De La Luz," along with top musicians and dancers from both Japan and abroad. Attendees can dance together to the rhythm, relax on the beach, enjoy BBQ and giant paella, and have fun in so many ways. This event is for everyone, regardless of age or gender, so come and experience salsa in a corner of Fukuoka that will feel like you're in the Caribbean.

【information from the Fukuoka City International Foundation】

August 27 Naraya Community Center-Infant Interaction Class

For those of you with children, wouldn't you like to visit a place where you can have fun with your children? At the Naraya Community Center in Hakata Ward, a parenting exchange salon takes place every month. Every fourth Tuesday of the month, they hold an infant interaction class, called Yarana Hiroba, where parents and children can have a great time together.

In August, the event will take place on the 27th from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM. This month's activities include "English Storytelling & Free Space," where parents and children can enjoy picture books, English songs, and hand games. For more information on how to apply and other details, please visit the Fukuoka City International Foundation's website or Facebook page.

Consultations on Immigration, Residency and Nationality Matters.

To continue, is there anything you don't understand about residency status and term of stay regulations? If there is, the Fukuoka City International Foundation provides free consultation on these matters to the international residents of Fukuoka City.

Consultations are held every second Sunday of the month. They are offered from 1:00 to 4:00 PM, but you must register by 3:30 PM. A gyousei-shoshi, or administrative lawyer will answer your questions and offer consultation.

There are English and Chinese interpreters present, and so, consultation in English, Chinese and Japanese does not require a reservation. For other languages, please consult with the foundation at least two weeks in advance. 

Your confidentiality is guaranteed, so please feel at ease to use this service. 

For more information, please call the toll free number (0120-66-1799). Phone calls will be accepted between 9am and 5:30pm on weekdays.