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 With a warm climate, little snow, and few earthquakes, Kyushu is simply a great place to live and do business. Furthermore, with a World Natural Heritage site, volcanoes, fresh seafood, numerous soothing hot springs and other bounties of Nature, the region is highly regarded for its resorts, with every one of Kyushu’s prefectures boasting a good balance of urban functions.In particular, Fukuoka, Kyushu’s largest city, has received great international praise, with Hong Kong’s Asiaweek magazine repeatedly ranking the city top in their "Best Cities in Asia" survey and Newsweek magazine recently listing it as one of the "Ten Most Dynamic Cities" for its energetic business and living environment. The New York Times has also covered its numerous examples of modern architecture. Not only does Fukuoka have international schools and medical facilities where foreign languages are spoken, as the home to the UN-Habitat Regional Office and the host of the Asia Pacific City Summit and international sporting events such as the Universiade, Fukuoka has earned its reputation as a truly cosmopolitan city. Residents and visitors can experience the vibrancy of Kyushu not only in Fukuoka’s festivals and makeshift yatai eateries, but also in symphony halls and theaters, sumo and other traditional activities, baseball and other sporting events, and many popular entertainment facilities. For all these reasons and due to the ease of access to the rest of Kyushu, Fukuoka draws many visitors and people who want to live in the city. With a balance of abundant Nature and urban sophistication, Fukuoka is truly one of the shining lights of Asia. |
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Baseball: Kyushu residents love their home team, the Fukuoka-Softbank Hawks, managed by the world’s homerun king, Sadaharu Oh. |
Yatai food stalls: The animated and lively atmosphere of these wonderful dining establishments personifies the spirit of Kyushu. |
Yamakasa Festival: One of Kyushu’s many festivals, this event is representative of the pride and passion of the people of this region. |
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Culture: World-class musicals, concerts and other events will satisfy any cultural aficionado. |
Sandy beaches: The island of Kyushu boasts numerous relaxing beaches in close proximity to all major cities. |
Kyushu National Museums: The 4th largest museum in Japan is home to a diversity of Japanese and Asian history, art and treasures. |
