Life in Fukuoka "English"

【World Translation Day】

This Saturday, the 30th, is "World Translation Day." Are there any books, movies or anything else that pop into your mind in terms of their translation? The first thing that comes to mind for me is Lost in Translation, the movie with Scarlett Johansson and Bill Murray. Apparently this year is the 20th anniversary of the movie. It kind of sums up some of the things that can get lost between languages, even some of the things that get lost in the same language if two people aren't on the same page.
Anyway, going back to translations: Have you ever had the experience of watching a familiar story in a foreign language and being surprised by different interpretations and lines? Of course, accuracy in translation is essential, but it's also interesting to discover the differences in how things are explained and interpreted. Many words exist that are unique to a particular country and may be hard to understand without context. Translations share the meaning and nuances of words and cultures you may not be familiar with. Of course, nowadays, there are convenient translation apps to help you make your way through new languages. Definitely take advantage of them as you enjoy life here, discover the charm of Fukuoka, and expand your world by connecting with people near and far.

【Diaper Services from Fukuoka City】

Now, I have some information from Fukuoka City for you, especially useful for those of you with infants and children under 2 years old.

 In Fukuoka City, a new service called Omutsu To Anshin Teikibin, which means, roughly translated "Diaper and Peace of Mind Subscription" has been launched, targeting families raising children aged 0 to 2 years old. This service provides regular monitoring and delivers childcare items such as diapers to these households.

When you use childcare-related facilities and services in Fukuoka City, you can receive electronic stamps. You can exchange these stamps for approximately 200 different items, including diapers, baby wipes, baby food, powdered milk, skincare products, and more, worth up to 2,000 yen each month.

To receive these electronic stamps, you need to register for the service. Information about how to use the service has been sent to eligible households, so please register through the dedicated website.

If you have your child in daycare facilities, some of these facilities may be able to issue these electronic stamps to you. Additionally, you can collect stamps at places like the Children's Plaza and Parenting Exchange Salons. Be sure to take advantage of this service!

For more information, please go to the website, fuk-omutsu.com. The website itself supports English and other languages.