☕Inaugural Monthly (December) Fika: Fukuoka's Beloved Monthly Fika Tradition

# ☕ Sunday Morning Swedish Fika Coffee: Fukuoka's Beloved Monthly Tradition

Join us this month for our beloved monthly Fika tradition as we gather at a beautiful third wave coffee shop. This wonderful venue represents the perfect setting for our community to come together and celebrate the art of meaningful connection over exceptional coffee and delicious pastries. This month's gathering continues our tradition of creating spaces for genuine conversation and deep connection, right here in Fukuoka.

Nestled along the serene banks of a gently flowing river, our chosen venue embodies everything that makes fika magical. This charming third wave coffee shop sits like a hidden gem within a waterside community facility, where the gentle murmur of flowing water creates the perfect soundtrack for meaningful conversation and deep connection. The location itself feels like stepping into a peaceful sanctuary, with panoramic views of the river and surrounding parkland that transport you far from Fukuoka's urban intensity.

Important: Attendance will be checked against our confirmed RSVP list. Members on the waiting list should not attend unless specifically notified of an available spot.
📅 Date: Saturday, December 6, 2025
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM - 1 PM
📍 Location: TBD (Fukuoka) - The specific venue location will be shared with confirmed attendees one week prior to the event, ensuring an exclusive experience for our committed community members while allowing everyone time to plan their journey to this hidden gem in Fukuoka's coffee landscape.)

RSVP: Your response confirms your attendance. If your plans change and you can no longer join us, please update & cancel your RSVP promptly to allow others the opportunity to participate.
Attendance Policy: Members who RSVP 'yes' but fail to attend the event, or who cancel on the event day without sufficient advance notice, will be considered a 'no-show.' After three no-show instances, membership will be automatically revoked. This policy helps ensure fair opportunities for all interested participants and maintains the integrity of our RSVP system.
(出席ポリシー： RSVPで「参加する」と返答したにも関わらずイベントに参加しなかった会員、または当日に十分な事前通知なしにキャンセルした会員は「無断欠席」とみなされます。無断欠席が3回に達した場合、会員資格は自動的に取り消されます。このポリシーは、すべての関心のある参加者に公平な機会を確保し、RSVPシステムの信頼性を維持するためのものです。)

Thanks to the venue's spacious setting, we're able to welcome up to 40 people for this month's Fika gathering! If you've been waiting to join us, now's your chance. We still encourage you to sign up early as our events tend to fill quickly. In the event the RSVP is full, please add your name to the waitlist as people often cancel, giving you the opportunity to secure a spot.

# Understanding Fika: More Than Just Coffee

Fika is a Swedish ritual of slowing down. It's always social – fika is not something that you do by yourself – and typically involves a cup of coffee and a sweet bite to eat. It has been described as a social institution or even phenomena in Sweden, giving people the opportunity to meet and hang out with friends, get to know new people, or network with business folks.
What distinguishes the Swedish coffee break from our own coffee-consuming traditions is that fika is about slowing down. Coffee represents a true break, a moment to sit and contemplate on your own, or to gather with friends. It's meant to be a way to hit the pause button on work and life stress and just enjoy the moment.
While people commonly meet for fika in a café, the break can take place anywhere, including parks, meeting rooms, or even at home. In Sweden, fika is also a state of mind, an indispensable part of the day that's more about the act of socializing and its effects than the comestibles involved (although they're important too).
Our monthly Fika events embrace this beautiful Swedish tradition, creating a space where we can all take a moment to connect meaningfully over excellent coffee and treats.

## What makes our monthly Fika special:

• Experience expertly roasted and crafted coffee from one of Fukuoka's finest roasters
• Enjoy their selection of delicious pastries that perfectly complement your brew
• Connect with familiar faces and welcome newcomers to our growing community
• Continue our monthly tradition of slowing down and connecting through coffee

## What to expect:

• Engaging conversations about travel, culture, coffee, and life
• Strengthening our monthly Fika community with new and existing friendships

## Cost: The event is FREE. Just pay for your own drinks and food.

• Coffee drinks range from ¥500 - ¥800
• Pastries available from ¥450
• Cashless payments accepted (credit cards and electronic payments)

Join us for this month's cozy Sunday morning gathering. Let's continue our monthly Fika tradition with exceptional coffee and even better company!
Looking forward to sharing another memorable "Fika" moment with you all!
Best regards,
Mark
P.S. As always, feel free to arrive a few minutes early to secure your preferred coffee and settle in comfortably.