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KUFSA Volleyball tournament
How to oder Ramen
And more
Introducing Our Model,andPhoto : Wasu Mekratanaworakul

Are you missing Japanese cherry blossoms, sakura?
On the 26th of March, we KUFSA held cherry blossom Viewing
events (Hanami) at Kamado Shrine near Dazaifu. Sakura usually comes out
between late March and April in Japan. Unfortunately, the cherry blossoms
were not in full bloom in Fukuoka at that time. But we enjoyed eating,drinking and listening to the orchestra performa-nce by Japan Ground SelfDefense Force 4th Division with family, friends and co-workers under the sakura. Of course, I know some people enjoy feasting rather than looking at
the sakura anyways.
Not only International students but also most of the Japanese students don’t know that sakura has another image. In the Japanese mentality, this short period of full bloom and the beauty of these cherry blossom-s
are often metaphorically compared to human life. Japanese people love
cherry blossoms not only because they are beautiful but also because they
only bloom for a very short period.
Next year, watch the sakura imaging the fragility it has. Then, thesakura may seem even more beautiful to you than before.

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Disaster Drill 2015
Tawheed kibria, Bangladesh
I’m Mohammad Tawheed Kibria, in short Tawheed, fromBangladesh. Currently I am studying Master course here in Kyushu
University (Chikushi Campus). My major is Molecular and Materialscience. Apart from academic details, I like hanging out with friends,
travelling, watching movies, photography and crazy about cricket.
On May 2015, KUFSA organized a half-day disaster drill
trip to Fukuoka Disaster Prevention Centre and I would like toexpress my thanks, as it was a highly meaningful and timely event.
This trip gave me an opportunity to make friends with new people
from different corners of the world and also provided a muchwelcomed relief from the scheduled daily life. It was a great way tospend the weekend with amazing people.
This trip was very important and thrilling for me mainly
because of the stimulations of natural disasters that we got toexperience and also learnt how to deal with it, if unfortunately one
should occur. Some examples that were exciting and educative atthe same time were the earthquake and typhoon simulations. I wasthrilled by the accuracy of these stimulations. After the disasterprevention centre, we went to a spectacular beach called Momochi.
We got to enjoy a perfect sunset along with beach games and snacks.
Apart from this trip, I would like to express my deepest
condolences for the victims of Nepal earthquake and pray that they
recover soon from that lethal natural calamity.

2KUFSA Volleyball Tournament 2015
That day was perfect for volleyball. OnMay 23rd, “KUFUSA Volleyball tournament
2015” was held at Ito campus. 8 teams participated in the tournament, and the teams
were consists of international and Japanesestudents.
When I arrived at the gymnasium, many
teams practiced eagerly, and I thought “Oh,no! They seem to play volleyball well…. It
isn’t easy for us to win!!” to see it. Then I felt
blue during practice. But when the game began, the feeling faded away just a moment!
They did the high level plays in the match,
All players did a good game and all of themand team Hakozaki and K.O. went into finals.
looked fun. A happy big cheering sounded tThe match was white-knuckle game! We all
hrough the gymnasium. In particularly, thewere excited and cheered it. And all the gamencouragement of the team “Los Panchos”
es were finished. As a result, team K.O. came
was cheerful as flesh as daisy. Their support
up a little short. Yes, team Hakozaki won thecheered us up even though we were a oppochampionship!!! Congratulations!!!
nent.
After the tournament, the championshipWe finished 6 games, and 4 teams (Hakozaki, K.O., Dharmony, What’s up) which pa- team (Hakozaki) and runner up team (K.O.)
and best support team (Los Panchos) wererticipated in the semifinals was decided.
commended. And finally we took a photograph together.
As an aside, our team was able to never
win and furthermore I got a big blue bruise
on right arm by collision with the volleyball!!
It never rains but it pours!!! But I think thisbruise will remind me that splendid day until
this bruise is cured. I think not only me but
also the all participants could have a good
day and build a good friendship. That’s special experience. I thank people of KUFSA whichplanned the event and all participants. Finally,I’ll win in the next year!!!

Haruka Eitoku, Japan3We日本Yoko Kitagawa, Japan
Irasshaimase~Do you love Ramen? If so, you are in the right place!! Ramen can be described
as a soul food of Japan and is loved by people of all ages throughout the nation. Fukuoka is especially
famous for it’s delicious Tonkotsu (Pork bone broth) ramen, ‘Hakata Ramen’, and ‘Kurume Ramen’.
You can eat ramen 24-7, sometimes for as cheap as 280 yen, which attracts many people to casuallystop by and eat after work or after drinking!!
Never tried real ramen yet?!
Don’t worry! Here are a few guidelines that can help!
1. Ramen shops with ticket vending machine

2. Ramen shops without ticket vending machine① If you find vending machine at the entrance
buy the tickets before getting seated.
② Hand the tickets to the waiter and take aseat.
③ Wait for the ramen to be served….
④Enjoy your meal and you are free to go① The waitress will guide you to your seat.
② Call the waiter and order ramen from themenu at the table.
③ The ramen will be served and the check will
be placed at the table when everything has
been served.
④Take the check to the register counter orhand it to the waiter to pay.

whenever you finish

*Terms to use when ordering…
Harigane (extra firm) / Barikata (very firm) / Kata (firm) / Futsuu (normal) / Yawa (soft)
In Fukuoka many people prefer their noodles to be firm (al dente) so give it a try ordering either Barikata or Katamen.
(Hope you like it!)Fukuoka is also famous for it’s ‘Yatai’. Yatai is a food wagon
that sells great ramen, alcohol, yakitori and many other delicious dishes. It is not for take-out and everyone is seatedat the counter where you can have fun conversations withstrangers sitting by you. If you have a chance, stop by andenjoy the cozy and unique atmosphere of the Yatais in Fukuoka!!
*Note: Mainly located in Tenjin / Nakasu area.
Good Ramen Shops near Hakozaki Campus●Akanoren (--Great location! Right near Hakozaki Kydaimae Subway Station!
●Hakata Ramen--Cheap ramen (around 300yen!!) near Boxtown-Lumier!
●Hanayama (--Only Yatai nearby!! Right across from Hakozaki Shrine!!

Have fun exploring the deep and wonderful world of ramen!!
Traveling all over Japan trying different types of ramen is another fun way to enjoy your stay in Japan!
Just be careful because you may put on a few pounds along the way! Arigatougozaimashita~ 4Nationality: America, Year of study: Undergraduate 3rd year , Major: Biomedical Science

Half a year later, we catch up with the former
king and queen of KUFSA International Friendship
Party 2014 on their fashion style. Emani Stanford,
is an exchange student from Arizona University.
Her style is modern, hiphop oriented. Joonho’s
style is dandy! He also likes Korean style.
The both prefer to shop online when in Japan.
Apart from Japan’s amazing technology, it is al-so
known for its keen sense of fashion.
Everybody you meet on the streets will always
look well dressed, even if not stylish. There aremalls in almost every small town with a great
variety of clothing shops stacking the latest season and with a great range of price to fit everypocket.

Notable fashion malls in Fukuoka include: Hakata City,Canal city and Marinoa city (Meinohama). Whatever you
are looking for, you cannot miss.
Tenjin wins the fashion capital of Fukuoka(please checkthe map). Here you can find everything from the high end
designer fashion in department stores like Iwataya5 ,Daimaru8 and Mitsukoshi7 to cheaper modern western style like H&M 2 , Forever 211 and Zara3 .
For a great range of sizes in Japanese shops, Shimamura is highly recommended.
1234 : Tenjin Core
6 : Solaria Plaza
59 : Fukuoka PARCO

678510 : Mina Tenjin(UNIQULO, Shimamura,100-kin….are included)

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10Nationality: Korea, Year of study: Undergraduate 2nd year, Major: Denki jou Kougaku

Information from the International
Student and Researcher Support Center
外国人留学生・研究者サポートセンターからのお知らせ
新入留学生サポートチームを募集します！
Recruitment for the International Student Support Team!
２０１５年１０月に入学する留学生のサポートチームを大募集！！留学生サポートチームは、九州大学に新たに入学する留学生の皆さんが、スムーズに福岡での生活をスタートできるように、九州大学の日本人学生や留学生により、学部・学府ごとに編成されたチームです。
We are now looking for the support team to help and assist new international students coming fromOctober, 2015. Every school/graduate school has an international student support team which consistsof Kyushu University Japanese students and international students who have already stayed in Fukuoka,
and they assist new international students to start their new life in Fukuoka smoothly.
留学生の皆さんからの応募をお待ちしています！詳しくはサポートセンターウェブサイトをチェック！！
We hope you all apply and join us! Please check more information at Support Center Website!!

外国人留学生・研究者サポートセンターについて
Information of the International Student and Researcher Support Center
International Student and Researcher Support Center has been established for international students andresearchers to start off your studies or research activities smoothly. Please feel free to contact us when you haveany questions or problems.
We extend you our best wishes for your pleasant stay in Fukuoka and fruitful studies and research at Kyushu
University.
WebsiteWe are providing various information regarding campus facilities, immigration procedures, and events/news forforeign residents in Fukuoka through this website.
We hope that you will check our website regularly and get useful information.
Business hours
9:00 am - 5:00 pm (Hospital campus: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm)
Closed: Saturdays, Sundays, public holidays and New Year Holidays
Location
Japanese: http://www.isc.kyushu-u.ac.jp/supportcenter/contact
English: http://www.isc.kyushu-u.ac.jp/supportcenter/en/contact

Please check more information at Support Center Website!!

http://www.isc.kyushu-u.ac.jp/supportcenter/6

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Wasu Mekratanaworakul
B4, System Engineering, Department ofMechanical Engineering

Fukuoka Friendly Club Event Schedules 2015
7/1The Star Festival
10/7 Japanese Class
10/14 Culture Exchange
11/4 Bazaar(12:30~14:30)

12/2
1/13
2/3
3/2

Tea Ceremony
Mini New Year PartyCalligraphy
the Doll’s Festival

Place : Annex of International Student Center
Host : Fukuoka Friendly Club
Activity : Japanese Class (Every Wednesday 13:00~14:30), Tea Time(Once a Month 13:30~16:00)
Contact : 090-7395-2575 Ooe (大江), 080-5607-7535 Yamakawa (山川)We hope you can be part of a fruitful year for KUFSAWith you always, KUFSA. Please feel free to contact us atKUFSAinfo@gmail.com
http://www.isc.kyushu-u.ac.jp/kufsa/
http://www.facebook.com/KUFSAKUFSA RENGA Editorial Committee
Jecinta Kamau, Iswarya Sankaralingam, Yusuke Egawa,
Yoko Kitagawa, Yuka Sonoda – Design and Illustration

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