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Fukuoka
International
Association
Chairman
Ryoji Tsukuda
Since its establishment in 1987, the Fukuoka International Association has been working with the people of Fukuoka to promote multi-faceted international exchange in the region.
Thanks to the historical and geographical features of the city, Fukuoka's relations with the rest of the world are continuing to develop more and more. The FIA is making the most of Fukuoka's characteristics as an international city and is working to promote mutual understanding and international exchange at the regional and grass-roots levels.
Through foresight and leadership, the FIA is striving to help you interact with and understand the world around us a little better.
We hope that you will continue to offer your support as we work together to promote internationalization in Fukuoka.
| Address | 5F Fukuoka City Hall North Annex, 1-10-1 Tenjin, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City 810-0001 |
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| TEL | 092-733-5630 |
| FAX | 092-733-5635 |
| Hours | 8:45-17:45 |
| Closed | Weekends, holidays, and New Year's holidays |
| URL | www.rainbowfia.or.jp |
Centered in the heart of the greater Fukuoka area, the FIA aims to deepen the mutual understanding and friendship with the people by engaging in a sound international exchange that utilize the region's rich history, culture and other characteristics. Moreover, with the goal of contributing to the international peace movement on a universal scale, the FIA conduct various activities related to international understanding, international exchange and international cooperation in the city and beyond.
Rainbow Plaza focuses on providing various information and consultations to foreign nationals and citizens. Rainbow Plaza also administers the Executive Office for the Liaison Council of Support Network for Foreign Nationals in Fukuoka.
| Address | 8F IMS Bldg., 1-7-11 Tenjin, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City 810-0001 |
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| TEL | 092-733-2220 |
| FAX | 092-733-2215 |
| Hours | 10:00-20:00 |
| Closed | Every third Tuesdays (excl. July, August and December), and New Year's holidays (December 29th – January 3rd) |
| URL | www.rainbowfia.or.jp |
The Interenational Exchange Section handles activities that promote international understanding/cooperation, the international students’ support and exchange amongst the local residents.
The General Affairs Section mainly handles the FIA's board of administration, personnel affairs, and budget planning. It also administers the Executive Office of the Yokatopia Foundation and executes subsidized projects.
Rainbow Plaza, located on the 8F of IMS Building in Tenjin, Chuo-ku, offers consultation services related to international exchange, international understanding, and international cooperation, as well as providing access to the Internet and foreign publications.
Rainbow Plaza, offers free consultation services to assist foreign nationals and their families in Fukuoka by various professionals. An appointment may be necessary, so please call prior to your visit.
（TEL:092-733-2220）
Various activities are delivered to promote grass-roots international understanding.
Several support programs exist at the FIA to help international students in Fukuoka City area to accomplish their respective educational goals, and to lessen their financial burdens.
Sister city youth exchange programs and exchange activities with foreign national residents including international students are conducted by the FIA.
Sources related to the Association's services, finance and more.
| July 2, 1984 | "The Fukuoka City International Exchange Center", the predecessor of the FIA, is inaugurated inside the Fukuoka International Exchange Department with its head office in Fukuoka SunPalace (Chikko, Hakata-ku) called "Rainbow Plaza." |
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| March 20, 1987 | Through the collaboration of private organizations, businesses and universities,"The Fukuoka International Association" is established upon the approval of the Minister of Foreign Affairs. |
| April 12, 1989 | The FIA's head office relocated to IMS Building (Tenjin, Chuo-ku) from Fukuoka SunPalace. |
| January 23, 1990 | Recognized as the Local International Exchange Association by the Minster of Home Affairs. |
| March 6, 1991 | Administration Department relocated to Fukuoka City Hall North Annex, leaving its inquiry/counter service with Rainbow Plaza. |
| August 1, 1994 | Recognized as a Tokutei Koeki Zoshin Hojin (Specific Public Interest Promotion Organization) by the Minister of Finance. |
