We get “up the guts and into ‘em” in an exclusive interview with Australian rugby superstar Nick Cummins this issue, who finds himself in Fukuoka on a contract playing for the Coca Cola Red Sparks. The “Honey Badger” as he’s known also stars on this month’s cover. Meanwhile, we try sublime souffle and wine at Tsumons in Takasago, our writer Beck Wheeler takes a walk into Japan’s past at Yakushima Island (Kagoshima), and we get pumped up for the Creative Community event happening this November. Looking for something to do in Fukuoka this autumn? The Hakata area comes alive with the Hakata Akihaku (Autumn Festa) in October and November - a series of colorful events and festivals held to deepen the knowledge of Hakata’s history with a feast of arts, food and music. Read more online at http://fukuoka-now.com
