Updated: October 2026, 06
Regarding the "Coming-of-Age Day Gathering" (Commemorative Event for Coming-of-Age Day) in fiscal year 2026
In Fukuoka City, a "Coming-of-Age Day Gathering" (Coming-of-Age Day commemorative event) will be held for those who turn 20 years old on January 11, 2027 (Monday, a national holiday), which is Coming-of-Age Day.
Event Outline
XNUMX Name
Fukuoka City Coming-of-Age Day Commemorative Event, "Gathering of 20-Year-Olds" (2026)
XNUMX Date and time
January 11, 1 (Monday, public holiday)
2:2 pm to 50:XNUMX pm
Note: Doors open at 1:00 PM
XNUMX Venue
Marine Messe Fukuoka Hall A (7-1 Okihama-cho, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka City)
XNUMX Target
Those who will turn 20 in fiscal year 2026
(Born between April 18, 2006 and April 4, 2)
5 Event details
Planned by an executive committee mainly consisting of people in their 20s
*We are accepting applications for committee members until July 24th, 2026 (Friday).
Details
6. Organizer
Fukuoka City and Fukuoka City Coming-of-Age Day Commemorative Event Executive Committee
XNUMX Others
We plan to send out notification postcards in early December to those who will turn 20 in fiscal year 2026 and whose resident registration is in Fukuoka City as of the end of October. (Mailing address: Resident registration address)
Please note that there will be no reception during the ceremony, so there is no need to bring the invitation postcard with you on the day. There is also no need to apply in advance.
8. Frequently Asked Questions
Q I live outside the city, but I would like to participate in the "Hatachi Gathering" in Fukuoka City.
Anyone who will turn 20 in fiscal year 2026 and has a connection to Fukuoka City, such as someone who attended school in the city or lived in the city but has since moved, is eligible to participate.
There will be no reception, so please come to the venue on the day.
Q: Can my family or guardians join in?
Families and guardians are welcome to join in and sit together.
Please note that people other than family members and other related parties are not allowed to participate.
Q: How do you cater for 20-year-olds with disabilities?
People with disabilities may also participate with a companion.
Additionally, parking, waiting rooms, and seating will be provided upon request. Further details regarding application procedures will be announced at a later date.
Q: Can I drive to the venue? Is there a parking lot?
There is no dedicated parking for the ceremony. Please use public transportation to avoid traffic congestion around the venue.
The nearest bus stop is "International Conference Center Sun Palace Mae."
Q: Are there any souvenirs?
Fukuoka City will not distribute any commemorative gifts.
Q: The age of adulthood has been lowered, but what is the age limit for participating in Coming of Age Day commemorative events (Coming of Age Ceremonies)?
With the enforcement of the revised Civil Code, the age of majority has been lowered to 4 from April 4. However, Fukuoka City will continue to hold a commemorative event called the "Hatachi Gathering" for 18-year-olds as before.
Contact Us
Fukuoka City Children's Future Bureau, Children's Healthy Development Division
Zip code:810-8620 1-8-1 Tenjin, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City
TEL:092-711-4188
FAX: 092-733-5534
Email:hatachinotsudoi@city.fukuoka.lg.jp