‘Tis the season for Christmas illumination! Public places all over Fukuoka are decorated with fabulous displays of lights - check out our guide to the best illuminations in the city on p.12~13! World AIDS Day is on Dec. 1, so we’ve compiled lots of useful information, including directions to local health centers. Read about three recommended spots for foodies in our Now Eats & Drinks feature: a coffee shop, an eggs and pancakes restaurant and a craft beer bar. We also introduce Renovation Museum Reizensou, an apartment block renovated into a chic space for shops and galleries. If you’re craving something warm and filling, try the donmen at this month’s noodle recommendation, Minematsu Honke. Japan is famous for its green tea, so we made Nana’s Green Tea our cafe pick; here you can choose from a huge menu of teas and tea-themed desserts. Plus, we’ve got the lowdown on December’s best events and a new City Bulletin. Read all of this here and on our website: http://fukuoka-now.com/en/