Kyushu Association of Interpreters, Translators and Guide-Interpreters

30/08/2025

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11/08/2025

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21st WFTGA Convention 🌸Fukuoka, Japan
9-13 Feb 2026/Fukuoka International
Congress Center
Theme: Sustainable Tourism for the Future Pre-tours: 5-8 Feb | Post-tours: 13-17 Feb
Organised by WFTGA & K-iTG✨

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21. WFTGA-Kongress 🌸Fukuoka, Japan
9.-13. Feb. 2026 / Internationales
Kongresszentrum Fukuoka
Thema: Nachhaltiger Tourismus für die Zukunft Vortouren: 5.-8. Feb | Nachtouren: 13.-17. Feb
Veranstaltet von WFTGA & K-iTG✨

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21e Congrès WFTGA 🌸 Fukuoka, Japon
9-13 fév. 2026 / Centre international des congrès de Fukuoka
Thème : Tourisme durable pour l'avenir Pré-tours : 5-8 fév | Post-tours : 13-17 fév
Organisé par WFTGA & K-iTG✨

Have you registered for our WFTGA Convention yet? Don't miss out! All information you may need is on the Convention website.

You may also have seen this beautiful poster traveling around the world, promoting the Convention to tourist guides. Thank you to Kyushu Association of Interpreters, Translators and Guide-Interpreters for all the hard work in preparation for our gathering in Fukuoka in Japan this coming February.

Please join the Facebook group: WFTGA Convention 2026 - Japan (Social Group) for updates.

🌸 Main Convention: 9 - 13 February 2026
🌸 Pre-tours: 5 - 8 February 2026
(Fukuoka, Oita, Saga, Kumamoto, Kagoshima)
🌸 Post-tours: 13 - 17 February 2026
(Nagasaki, Saga, Hiroshima, Kyoto)

✅️ Organised by: The World Federation of Tourist Guide Associations (WFTGA)
✅️ Co-organised by: 21st WFTGA Convention Organising Committee
✅️ Hosted by: Kyushu Association of Interpreters, Translators and Guide-Interpreters (K-iTG)

https://wftga.org/activities/convention/2026-fukuoka-japan/

25/06/2025

🌏Today, Wednesday 25 June, from 8:00 PM Japan time, registration for WFTGA 2026 will open and our webinar will be held! We look forward to receiving many applications✨

🌏Aujourd’hui, mercredi 25 juin, à partir de 20h (heure du Japon), l’inscription pour le WFTGA 2026 sera ouverte et un webinaire sera organisé ! Nous attendons vos nombreuses inscriptions avec impatience ✨

🌏Heute, am Mittwoch, den 25. Juni, beginnt um 20:00 Uhr japanischer Zeit die Anmeldung für die WFTGA 2026 und es findet ein Webinar statt! Wir freuen uns sehr auf zahlreiche Anmeldungen✨

🎉 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗮𝗶𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿! 🎉𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗙𝗧𝗚𝗔 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗶𝗻 𝗙𝘂𝗸𝘂𝗼𝗸𝗮 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗻𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝟮𝟱 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂'𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗷𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝘂𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗹𝗮𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗵 𝘄𝗲𝗯𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿! 🌏✨

📅 Date: 25 June 2025
🕐 Time: 13:00 CET

Be the first to discover the theme, meet the hosts, preview the tours, and get all the details on how to register. Don’t miss this chance to connect globally and kick off the journey to Fukuoka!

👉 Join the live webinar – Fukuoka is calling!
Visit our website for all the details and link to register - https://wftga.org/newsletter-the-wait-is-over-registration-for-wftga-convention-2026-opens-soon/



Kyushu Association of Interpreters, Translators and Guide-Interpreters

30/04/2025

The Japanese archipelago stretches long from north to south. Now cherry blossoms are in full bloom in northeast Japan. 

08/02/2025

🔴🔴🔴 DISCOVER KITAKYUSHU 🔴🔴🔴
The Second Largest City in Kyushu, JAPAN !

Kitakyushu is a city where history and cutting-edge technology coexist. Known for its manufacturing excellence and commitment to sustainability, it serves as a model city for the SDGs. Blessed with natural beauty, Kitakyushu offers a diverse range of attractions.

🏯 Kokura Castle: A Historic Landmark
Dating back over 400 years, Kokura Castle is a symbol of Japan’s feudal era. Rebuilt after being lost to fires, it still retains its historic charm. Inside, you'll find interactive exhibits and historical displays. Adjacent to the castle, Kokura Castle Garden offers a tranquil setting where you can enjoy matcha tea in a former lord's residence.

🚢 Mojiko: A Retro Port Town
About 150 years ago, Japan transitioned from feudalism to modernity. During this time, Mojiko thrived as a key international port. Today, its elegant Western-style buildings preserve the era’s charm, offering visitors a nostalgic allure.

🌏 A City of Industry and Sustainability
Kitakyushu played a crucial role in Japan’s industrial revolution and was home to the country’s first government-run steelworks, now a UNESCO World Heritage site. However, rapid industrialization once led to severe pollution. Having overcome these environmental challenges, the city stands as a global Eco-Model City. Visit Eco-Town to see advanced recycling and sustainability initiatives in action.

🚽 TOTO Museum: Innovation in Sanitation
For a unique insight into Japan’s toilet culture and cutting-edge technology, visit the TOTO Museum. Explore how Japan has transformed sanitation with eco-friendly, water-saving innovations that will leave you impressed.

✨At the WFTGA Convention 2026, Kitakyushu will be part of the Study Tour. Whether you are drawn to history, industry, sustainability, or culture, this city has much to offer.✨
Come and explore it for yourself❗️

02/02/2025

👹 TODAY is Setsubun in JAPAN👹✨✨✨
{ ?What is Setsubun? (February 2nd)}

～Setsubun is a traditional event in Japan on February 2dn-3rd, marking the seasonal transition from winter to spring🌸
It is believed to drive away evil spirits and bring good fortune.Japan held on February 2dn-3rd, marking the seasonal transition from winter to spring.
It is believed to drive away evil spirits and bring good fortune✨✨✨

🗾👹 Key Setsubun Traditions👹🗾

✅ Throwing Beans ("Mamemaki")
• People throw roasted soybeans while chanting “Oni wa soto! Fuku wa uchi!”
　 ("Out with the demons! In with good fortune!")
• Afterward, they eat beans equal to their age +1 for good health.
✅ Eating "Ehomaki" (Lucky Sushi Rolls) 🍣
• People eat a whole sushi roll in silence, facing the lucky direction of the year.
• 2025’s lucky direction: South-Southwest (SSW)!

How will you celebrate Setsubun this year? 😊✨