Fukuoka's new gourmet destination! The highly anticipated 21st restaurant "KUOHKA" opens in Canal City Hakata

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We would like to introduce you to the gourmet street that will be opening in Canal City Hakata.

Opening on July 18th! Canal City Hakata's new gourmet street "KUOHKA" (Sumiyoshi, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka City)

On Friday, July 18, 2025, a new gourmet street, "CANAL Gourmet Street KUOHKA" (hereinafter referred to as "KUOHKA"), will open on the B1F of the Grand Building, which houses the Grand Hyatt Fukuoka within Canal City Hakata.

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The name "KUOHKA" is a combination of "eat" and "enjoy," and the concept is "a gourmet street where you can casually enjoy delicious food." It is a truly fascinating "gourmet food stall street" that has gathered 21 stores that are attracting the attention of gourmets, including 8 stores that are opening for the first time in Japan or Kyushu, 7 new types of stores from popular stores, and stores supervised by Michelin-starred chefs.

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The rows of restaurants are all popular and add to the excitement of Fukuoka, the food capital. The restaurant has a rich variety of Japanese, Western, and Chinese cuisine. There is also a wine bar and snack bar, so everyone, young and old, can enjoy a delicious meal.

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Its distinctive feature is the overlapping of open and semi-closed spaces, resembling a town. The alleys and shops are comfortably arranged, making it a bustling gourmet street.

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Introducing 21 stores, including some that are new to Japan and Kyushu!

[Japan's first Teppanyaki, Okonomiyaki, Galettes] OKOMUSU Paris

The okonomiyaki restaurant that captivated gourmets in Paris, France, has finally made a triumphant return to Hakata.

The signature dish is the light, fluffy and flavorful okonomiyaki. They also have other dishes that combine French esprit with Japanese techniques, such as fragrant teppanyaki and authentic Breton-style galettes.

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[Opening Bonus]
Customers who spend over 10,000 yen on their meals will receive a free T-shirt or cap worn by OCOMUS staff in Paris.
*Only the first 10 people of each type will receive these gifts, and they will end when they are all gone. *T-shirts are available in limited sizes.

[First in Kyushu: Japanese cuisine] Yakiuoishikawa Hakata

Tsukiji Aozora Sandaime is a traditional Edomae sushi restaurant that was founded in Tsukiji 20 years ago. Its founder spent 10 years coming up with a new concept for the restaurant, Yakiuo. It serves fresh fish grilled on a hot plate, making it "grilled meat without having to grill it."

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[Opening Bonus]
Free first drink with meal order (draft beer or soft drink)
Period: Friday, July 18th to Sunday, August 31st, 2025

[Kyushu's first bar serving French skewers] French skewers Beignets Canal City Hakata branch

"French Kushiage" (deep-fried skewers), inspired by the traditional French pastry "Beignets", has arrived in Kyushu for the first time! It is a new and delicious dish that uses a generous amount of seasonal Kyushu ingredients and has a French flair in the sauce and finishing touches.

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[Kyushu's first sushi] Tsukiji Aozora Sandaime Hakata

"Tsukiji Aozora Sandaime" serves authentic Edomae sushi, delivered by the third generation owner of a long-established fish wholesaler in the Tsukiji Outer Market. The restaurant was started by a collaboration between Ishikawa Taishin, the third generation owner of "Maruhachi Ninuke" (later known as "Tonofuku Suisan"), a 100-year-old company founded in Tsukiji Market, and Maeda Yasue, the third generation owner of "Aozora Sushi", which was founded after the war.

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[Opening Bonus]
Free first drink with meal order (draft beer or soft drink)
Period: Friday, July 18th to Sunday, August 31st, 2025

[Kyushu's first fusion cuisine] Bistro Tout La Joie

The famous Nagoya restaurant "Tout La Joie Ism" has arrived in Kyushu for the first time. Chef Kazunobu Sumoto offers a new style of "FOOD x DRINK" cuisine using ingredients from his hometown of Amakusa.

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[Kyushu's first designer neo-snack] Snack Thirty Eight Hakata

A designer snack bar from Miyakojima that is also popular in Azabu-Juban has arrived in Hakata. It's a new spot that can be enjoyed by people of all ages and genders.

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[Kyushu's first modern Spanish restaurant] Gracia Gastrobar de Barcelona HAKATA

A gastrobar overseen by top chef Jérôme Quilbeuf, who served as executive chef at Spain's three-star Michelin restaurants "Sant Pau" and "Sant Pau Tokyo." Enjoy casual cuisine in an authentic atmosphere.

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[Kyushu's first Italian restaurant] NY.Italian.N0 CODE H.by FUMIO YONEZAWA

He was the first Japanese sous chef at Jean-Georges, which has been awarded stars since the first issue of the Michelin Guide New York. After returning to Japan, he was put in charge of Jean-Georges Tokyo, which also won one star in the Michelin Guide Tokyo (2014). This New York tapas & Italian restaurant is supervised by Fumio Yonezawa, who continues to enjoy brilliant success.

Chef Yonezawa's borderless worldview and the dishes he has created inspired by the diversity of New York can only be enjoyed here.

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[New business model: steak set menu] Charcoal grilled meat steak irori by DAISUKE TAKUBO

The cuisine is supervised by Daisuke Takubo, the owner and chef of TACUBO, an Italian restaurant in Shirokanedai, Tokyo, which has been awarded one star in the Tokyo Michelin Guide for seven consecutive years since 2016.

We offer "NIPPON Gozen" which is made with carefully selected meat, fish, and vegetables grilled in a charcoal oven and finished with a touch of Japanese cuisine.

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[New business type: skewers & bar] Kohada skewers

A casual skewered bar and restaurant run by the famous Hirao, Fukuoka restaurant "Ko-ryori to Steak Seiki."

The skewers are made with chicken, beef, seafood, vegetables, dengaku, and other ingredients in a slightly European style. There are also many other healthy dishes on the menu that go well with alcohol.

At the bar you can enjoy specially selected drinks such as seasonal fruit cocktails, and you can also just come for the alcohol.

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[New business type: Chinese ramen] Kyushu Chinese chicken noodles Kimura Hanten by NOGI NISHIAZABU TOKYO

This restaurant is supervised by Chef Kimura Kazuaki, who also works at the Chinese restaurant "NOGI" (formerly known as Azabu Yu) in Nishi-Azabu, Tokyo, which has been selected as a Bib Gourmand and Selected Restaurant in the Tokyo edition of Michelin.

The theme is "Kyushu Chinese, chicken, and noodles," and the "Lemon Chicken Soba" and "Chicken and Pork White Soba" are must-try dishes. You can also enjoy small-plate Chinese dishes, which are also available in Nishi-Azabu, as well as Shaoxing wine and medicinal wine (yakuteru) served in large jars.

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[New business concept: Seafood Izakaya] Sakananomaruhide

A new concept from the popular seafood izakaya restaurant "Imaizumi Ikko" in Imaizumi, Fukuoka. They boast carefully selected ingredients purchased every morning 365 days a year from Nagahama Market and Kurume Market.

We are happy to offer the overwhelming freshness and prices that can only be achieved by being directly managed by a wholesaler! Enjoy a time that will satisfy both your body and mind with dishes that make the most of the bounty of Kyushu and carefully selected sake and shochu.

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[New business type: skewers] Motsuyaki Furuya

This skewered offal restaurant is run by the popular izakaya restaurant "Furuya" in Hirao, Fukuoka. They use extremely fresh ingredients through their own procurement route and offer skewers that specialize in offal.

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[New business type: Oyster bar & Italian] BACARO CARBON oyster bar

"BACARO CARBON oyster bar" is a new business venture run by "Carbon," a charcoal grilled raw oyster and seafood restaurant with its main store in the Yakuin/Josui area. This oyster bar serves fresh raw oysters in the style of a "bacaro" izakaya in Venice, Italy.

Their signature product, raw oysters, are delivered directly from quality producers across the country and there are always 10 varieties available. The main restaurant's charcoal-grilled dishes are also available in small portions.

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[New business type: Bar & Grill] THE CITY BAKERY BAR & GRILL Canal City Hakata (The City Bakery Bar & Grill)

This is the first Teppanyaki restaurant by "THE CITY BAKERY" to use ingredients from Kyushu. You can enjoy it with homemade bread.

Whether you're looking for a quick drink or a full drink, you can enjoy sauces that will make you want to dab some bread in them, and flavors that will make you want to go with beer or wine.

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[Bakery & Cafe] THE CITY BAKERY Canal City Hakata (The City Bakery)

THE CITY BAKERY, a bakery originating from New York, is celebrating its 10th anniversary in Fukuoka and is opening its first store in the Hakata area.

The store offers a variety of popular Fukuoka-made products, including breads and pastries that recreate New York recipes.

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[Eel restaurant] Unagi no Eight Canal City Hakata branch

This is an eel specialty restaurant run by Nakasu's popular Kappo restaurant "Ajimi." Inspired by the bamboo steaming of the Chikugo region, the restaurant serves fluffy eel and dashi rolls made using Japanese cuisine techniques.

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[Wine Bar & Wine Shop] INUwines HAKATA

INU wines, a popular natural wine specialty store in Imaizumi, Fukuoka, has opened as a wine bar with a wine shop attached. It is a relaxing space where you can sit back and enjoy natural wine.

You can also purchase your favorite wine from the cellar, and you can also bring INU wines into the restaurants within KUOHKA (excluding some stores).

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[Opening Bonus]
・Christophe Lefebvre (Champagne) available for 11,000 yen per bottle or 1,430 yen by the glass
Period: Friday, July 18th to Sunday, August 17th, 2025
*Normal price: 16,500 yen per bottle, 2,090 yen by glass

・A glass of Domaine Takahiko wine is available for 1,100 yen
Period: Friday, July 18th to Sunday, August 17th, 2025
*Limited quantity. Will end when stock runs out on the day. *Only available by the glass.

[Designer Neo Snack] Snack 83 Hakata

A sister store of the aforementioned "Snack Thirty Eight," this is a new type of designer snack bar where people of all ages and genders can casually enjoy karaoke, watching sports, non-alcoholic drinks and light meals.

There are also many original, elaborate non-alcoholic cocktails on offer.

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[Motsunabe and Sukiyaki] Hakata Motsunabe Ikkei

This is a famous restaurant serving the classic Hakata motsunabe, carefully selecting all the ingredients, including offal, vegetables, and noodles.

The soup is traditional, but always innovated. You can enjoy it with your favorite flavor of ponzu or soy sauce. The popular Wagyu beef sukiyaki is also available.

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[Opening Bonus]
One free drink when ordering food (sour drinks (5 types) or soft drinks)
Period: Friday, July 18th to Sunday, August 31st, 2025
*Cannot be used in conjunction with other services. *Content may change without notice.

[Seafood Izakaya] Kaisen-ya Hajime no Ippo

This seafood izakaya is particular about the origin, freshness, and cooking method of its seafood, with the ever-popular sesame mackerel as its main dish.

Our own brand of mackerel is sent directly to our store every day from our own fish tank in Tsushima. Each one is carefully prepared by skilled craftsmen and comes with a special sauce made to go with Kyushu mackerel. You can enjoy the highest quality "sesame mackerel" that is particular about the place of origin, freshness, and cooking.

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[Soba/Japanese cuisine] Japanese soba restaurant Chojuro

"Nihon Soba Chojuro" is a Japanese food and soba restaurant where you can relax with seasonal dishes and sake. You can enjoy the aroma of 100% buckwheat soba and the natural sweetness that you can feel the more you chew it.

The fresh 100% buckwheat soba noodles, without any additives, bring out the rustic flavor of the soba noodles, which are simple yet profound, quietly filling the soul. Inheriting the passion for soba noodles that our predecessors held dear, we offer dishes and alcoholic beverages for every season.

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KUOHKA is a place where many noteworthy restaurants gather. With a wide variety of gourmet foods, you can enjoy it whenever you go. Be sure to try their specialty dishes. (Text by ARNE Editorial Department)

<Facility information>
■CANAL Gourmet Street "KUOHKA"
Address: Canal City Hakata Grand Building B1F (1-2 Sumiyoshi, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka City)
Business hours: 11:00-23:00 *Some stores may have different hours
Closed: None
HP:https://canalcity.co.jp/kuohka/
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