🏆 Teshikagacho has won the Green Destinations GOLD AWARD for sustainable tourism! Teshikagacho received the "Gold Award" in the "Green Destinations Awards," an awards program conducted by the international certification organization "Green Destinations" that promotes sustainable tourism. The Green Destinations Awards evaluate the sustainability of tourist destinations based on a wide range of international criteria, including environmental protection, local culture, tourism management, regional economy, and social sustainability. The evaluation is conducted through a document review of 84 items and an on-site assessment. This award recognizes Teshikagacho's long-standing efforts to create a sustainable community, which have been highly praised internationally, involving residents, businesses, and local government working together. Additionally, this marks the second Gold Award in Japan, following Kamaishi City, making it the highest domestic recognition at this time. Notably, this is the first instance in Japan where a location has received a Gold Award on its first attempt, marking a significant achievement. While this Gold Award is a major milestone for Teshikagacho, it is not the end goal. Moving forward, residents, businesses, and local government will continue to collaborate in efforts to achieve both environmental conservation and regional revitalization. We will also sincerely consider the recommendations made during this assessment and work towards further improvements, advancing the development of a sustainable tourism destination that we can proudly present to the world. For more details about the award and related information, please visit Teshikagacho Navi.

Thank you for the 2026 Photo Contest! Our annual photo contest "Shibazakura and the Fantastic Photos of the Valley" Thank you for all the participation this year. The winners for 2026 have been decided, and we are pleased to announce them! We will introduce the honorable mentions for each category! *Participants have already been notified of the results. At the free space on the second floor of the roadside station, we are exhibiting again this year, so please stop by and take a look♪ #Takinoue Town #Tourist Association #Takinoue Town Tourism Association #Hokkaido #Photo Contest

Thank you for the 2026 Photo Contest!① Our annual photo contest "Shibazakura and the Valley Town Fantastic Photo Award" Thank you for your participation this year as well. The winners for 2026 have been decided, so we will announce them! First, let's introduce the gold, silver, and bronze award winners in each category 🥇🥈🥉 Next, we will introduce the honorable mentions! *Participants have already been notified of the results. At the free space on the second floor of the roadside station, we are exhibiting again this year, so please stop by and take a look♪ #Takinoue Town #Tourist Association #Takinoue Town Tourist Association #Hokkaido #Photo Contest

[Drinking Yogurt with Haskap Flavor] Sales began in the village from July! The "Drinking Yogurt with Haskap Flavor" by Milk Design is a product that won the gold prize in the general food category at the "Hokkaido Souvenir Grand Prix" hosted by FM North Wave. The refreshing acidity of the haskap and the sweetness of the drinking yogurt are perfectly balanced, making it ideal as a souvenir or a travel companion! You can purchase it at Roadside Station "Kamu" and Q-Mart in Nishiokoppe Village. When you visit Nishiokoppe Village, please give it a try. - Milk Design processes grass-fed milk sourced from Nishiokoppe Village to produce not only milk and drinking yogurt but also cheese and butter. At Roadside Station Nishiokoppe "Kamu" and Hotel "Mori Yume," you can also enjoy Milk Design's soft serve ice cream🍦 – Online Shop: https://www.milkdesign.jp/onlineshop... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/milkdesignhokkaido?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==... #Nishiokoppe Village #Drinking Yogurt #Haskap #Milk Design #Sales Started

The tap water from Tomakomai City, which boasts the best water quality in Japan for three consecutive years thanks to the Poronai River, is known for its taste comparable to mineral water. First-time tasters may be surprised by the coldness and deliciousness of the tap water. In front of Tomakomai Station, there is a free water supply spot where you can taste the delicious water of Tomakomai. The bottled water "Tomachopp Water" has won a gold medal at the "Monde Selection," an international quality assessment. "Tomachopp Water" is also available for purchase outside of Hokkaido. (See below) Be sure to give it a try! - Dosanko Plaza Yurakucho Store (Tokyo) - Dosanko Plaza Abeno Harukas Store (Osaka) - Nikkō Wano Dai Onsen Yashio no Yu (Tochigi) - Roadside Station Hachioji Takiyama (Tokyo) - Takao-san Sumika (Tokyo)