Definition

Proper noun 1. A major city in Japan: Fukuoka is a large and significant city located in the southern part of Japan, on the island of Kyushu. It is known as a key commercial, administrative, and cultural center of the region.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • Fukuoka is famous for its vibrant food stalls called yatai.
  • We flew directly to Fukuoka to begin our tour of Kyushu.
  • The Fukuoka Tower is a well-known landmark in the city.

Advanced Usage

• "Fukuoka-based": Used to describe an organization, company, or entity whose main operations are located in Fukuoka.
  • She works for a Fukuoka-based technology startup.

Variants and Related Words

• Fukuokan (adjective): Pertaining to or originating from Fukuoka.
  • The restaurant serves authentic Fukuokan ramen.

Synonyms

• Metropolis (when referring to its status as a major urban center).
• City.

Related Phrases

• Fukuoka City: The full, formal name often used in official contexts.
  • The headquarters are in Fukuoka City.

Noun

1. a city in southern Japan on Kyushu