【Taiki Town hidden gem Spot Introduction 📌】 At the Hokkai Shrine in the Kaijin district of Taiki Town, larch planted on the 1906 Meiji 39 as a commemoration of the victory in the Russo-Japanese War still remains as a "commemorative protected tree". The tree is 27 meters tall and 80 centimeters in diameter. Larch has been alive for nearly 120 years, so please come and see it! * The surrounding area is a field and ranch, so please do not enter.

Nice to meet you, everyone who watches Cool Japan! Taiki Tourism Association. In this account, we will send out attractive information that will make you want to visit Hokkaido Taiki Town. Thank you in advance! In this first post, we will introduce the Taiki Town and provide information on sightseeing spots. Hokkaido Taiki Town is located in the eastern part of Hokkaido, in the southern part of Tokachi, and is a town with a population of 5,437 as of January 2023 where the breath of nature and the atmosphere of history intersect. The name "Taikicho" is derived from the Ainu word "taikiushi", which means "a place where large trees grow in clusters". The Taiki Town is dotted with beautiful nature and historical sights. Next, we will introduce the attractive sightseeing spots of Taiki Town. ● Space Exchange Center SORA Since around 1985, Taiki Town has been conducting aerospace-related experiments with the goal of "space urban development." In the Space Exchange Center SORA, materials and models of experiments conducted Taiki Town by the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency JAXA and Interstellar Technologies, a rocket development company, are exhibited. Admission is free of charge, no reservation is required. ● Roadside Station "Cosmall Taiki" Cosmall Taiju, a Roadside Station with local specialties and souvenirs, is one of the places where you can feel the charm of Taiki Town. At the specialty product corner, you can taste natural cheese from Handa Farm, such as special homemade cheese, and cowbell ice cream corn, pumpkin, etc. made with ingredients from Taiki! There is also a space goods section such as space food and a shopping center with many daily necessities. In the surrounding area, there is a clear stream "Rekifune River Rekifunegawa", which has been selected as the best clear stream in Japan in the past. Next, we will guide you to leisure information! ◎ Horokayanto LagoonJapanese smelt fishing Horokayanto LagoonJapanese smelt fishing is lifted from around the end of December and can be enjoyed until late February. There is also a "Bansei Onsen" right next to the Horokayanto Lagoon, which is perfect for warming up your cold body from Japanese smelt fishing! ◎ Kamui Kotan Park Campground "Kamui Kotan Park Campground" in Kamuikotan, which is also a scenic spot in Tokachi, is a recommended spot for outdoor lovers! It is a auto camp place surrounded by rich nature. In addition to playing in the river, you can also experience fishing, forest walking, and gold panning! If you wish to have a gold panning experience, please apply to the Tourism Association in advance. Don't miss the events of Hokkaido Taiki Town. ◎ Rekifune River clear stream carp streamer This is a mini-event held on Children's Day on May 5. Every year from late April ~ early May, carp streamers spread all over the width of the river, and the sight of them swaying in the wind has become a spring tradition! ◎ Rekifune River Festival The Rekifune River is also the venue for the "Rekifune River Festival" and "Perpne Fire Festival" held in August. "Rekifune River Festival" is a major summer event in Taiki Town that started in the first year of Heisei when Rekifune River was evaluated as "the cleanest river in Japan" by the Environment Agency! And at the end of the Rekifune River Festival, the "Perpne Fire Festival" and fireworks festival are also held. Don't miss the sight of burning pillar torches stretching into the sky! You can spend a luxurious time enjoying summer evenings. Next, we will introduce Taiki Town gourmet information! The gourmet Taiki Town is rich in variety, including specialty products such as Camembert cheese, autumn salmon, and whey pork, as well as seafood dishes made with fresh seafood and vegetable dishes that taste the bounty of the earth. The "Taiki Cheese Salmon Bowl" made with cheese and autumn salmon is a popular local gourmet! While tasting dishes made with plenty of local ingredients, please enjoy the food unique to Hokkaido Taiki Town! Taiki Town's Furusato Nozei offers fresh seafood and carefully processed products. thank-you gift such as "Fresh Rich Milk Cowbell Ice Cream", "Handa Farm's Homemade Cheese Set" and "Whey Pork Bowl Set" are especially popular. Please enjoy the deliciousness unique to Hokkaido Taiki Town through Furusato Nozei! To access the Taiki Town, please use "Tokachi-Obihiro Airport" from outside Hokkaido. It takes about 40 minutes by car from Tokachi-Obihiro Airport to Taiki Town or about 70 minutes by bus. In addition, from Sapporo, it takes about two and a half hours from Sapporo Station to Obihiro Station by train, or about 3 hours and 30 minutes by bus. It takes about 1 hour and 40 minutes by bus from Obihiro Station to Taiki Town. Although the Taiki Town faces the sea, the climate and weather have a large temperature difference, and it is not uncommon for the average temperature in summer to be about 20 degrees Celsius, the maximum temperature to be about 34 degrees Celsius, and the winter to be minus 20 degrees Celsius. Also, in winter, the temperature difference in a short time is severe, so please be careful what you wear when traveling. Please visit once and experience the charm of Hokkaido Taiki Town for yourself. We will continue to deliver the charm of Taiki Town, so thank you!

【Lunch menu in September】 Introducing the lunch menu in September! In addition to the classic popular Gome fried rice, Shanghai yakisoba noodles, etc., Stir-fried chicken with black beans and Tintin noodles with shrimp are now available! It comes with a side buffet salad, dessert, soup, coffee. Guests who use the side buffet can also enjoy ♪ "raw sparkling wine" in barrels every Friday and Saturday only. Also, every Thursday is Customer Appreciation Day, and you can get a 10% discount on the lunch menu! Other coupons and benefits cannot be combined Why don't you spend an elegant lunch time at New Otani Inn Sapporo? We look ✨ forward to seeing you there. 1F Rendezvous Lounge 11:30~14:00/L.O.13:30 *Closed: Sundays, Mondays For reservations and inquiries, please call or visit our website. Tel: 011-222-1522 [Direct]

Salmon are running upstream! You can 👀 observe it up close at "Totorodo" Salmon are born in rivers, grow large in the sea, and eventually return up their hometown rivers. Fry recovered from their eggs in rivers descend to the sea in spring with melted snow, and travel back and forth between the Bering Sea in summer and the Gulf of Alaska in winter. Almost four years later, the mature salmon migrate south from the Bering Sea along the Kuril Islands, returning to their hometown rivers to spawn from September to November. Fishway observation room and torodo Address: 127 Aikawa Makubetsu Nakagawa-gun, Hokkaido Open: End of April to November from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. depending on the season

In the center of the Niikappu is the roadside station Thoroughbred Road Niikappu, and to the right of it are the Hearing Experience Cultural Exchange Facility Les Cord Halls and Yujun Tower. Les Cords houses more than one million records, some of which can be viewed and viewed free of charge. The paid course exhibits rare cultural heritage such as phonographs and early vinyl records. You can also listen to music on one of the largest speaker systems in Japan. In the center of the record-sembling Les Cords is the 36-meter-high Yujun Tower, which can be climbed for free, and you can enjoy a 360° panorama from the observation deck, which is 25 meters above the ground. In addition, the observatory exhibits items specialized in Niikappu, such as photographs and souvenirs that honor the history of Niikappu as a horse-producing area and the splendid achievements of Niikappu-produced racehorses, befitting the name Yujun Tower. Since there is only one precious item and something that can only be found here, it is an irresistible spot for horse racing fans and horse lovers. There is also a café that sells coffee and ice cream, so you can relax and see the scenery and exhibits while drinking coffee. When you come to Niikappu, please visit the Yujun Tower! By the way, the costume in the photo is "Umanari". It is said that there are good things when you meet Umanari-san. 【Les Cords and Yujun Tower】※Admission is free. Address: Niikappu Chuo-cho 1-4 Le Cord Hours: 10:30-16:30 Closed: Mondays or the following day if Monday is a holiday, the day after a national holiday, and the year-end and New Year holidays

Thank you very much for coming to the Tokachigawa Onsen Summer Festival! Since the weather was nice, the festival and food and drink were crowded, and the main event slipper skipping championship was also exciting! We are glad that you can enjoy the summer without worrying about it. Please come and visit Tokachigawa Onsen again~!

Hello! This is Sapporo Excel Hotel Tokyu. This time, I would like to introduce the Sapporo streetcar. The Sapporo streetcar opened in 1918. The route trains that run through the center of Sapporo City are used by many people as a means of transportation for tourists and citizens. From the window of the leisurely streetcar, you can see the daily life of Sapporo citizens, which is a little different from sightseeing spots! In winter, you can see the "Sapporo White Illumination" from the inside of the car. The streetcar takes 55 minutes per lap, and you can get a great deal by using a one-day pass or a Dosanko Pass limited to weekends and holidays. You can also use transportation IC cards such as Suica, Kitaca, and PASMO! For a low price of 200 yen for adults and 100 yen for children, you can visit various sightseeing spots such as Mt. Moiwa, a scenic spot.

It is a sunflower field in Otofuke. It shines in the blue sky. Bees were busy collecting nectar and carrying a lot of pollen.

Obihiro Shrine I visited at dusk. The Hanachozu is being held until August 1st. At the assembly center, there will be an exhibition of giant flowers until 8/15. About 15 minutes by car from Tokachigawa Onsen Town to Obihiro Shrine. ■Hanachozu of Summer ~TOKONATSU~ 《25帖》R5 Finished June 30~July 2 《26-jo》R5 July 15~July 17 Finished 《27》R5 July 29th ~ August 1st 【Ongoing】 《28》R5 August 11~August 15 tentative ■Annual Festival Hanachozu ~MIYUKI~ 《29》R5 September 22~September 25 planned

kominka Cafe Jorro I had pancakes and cold brew iced coffee. Every menu is attractive, such as curry and cakes that use mainly local ingredients and do not use chemical seasonings! The coffee beans are made from Morihiko in Sapporo, and the pancakes and coffee were very delicious. The atmosphere of the restaurant and the taste of the food were ✨ great. Address: 1-11 Kinoshinmachi Otofuke Kawahigashi-gun, Hokkaido Hours:11:00~17:00 Closed: Sundays

The program of the 68th Tomakomai Port Festival has been completed! Finally, we will introduce the program of the 68th Tomakomai Port Festival to be held next week from 12:00 on Friday, August 4th! The cover of the program adopts a design written by a junior high school student in the city who was selected as the grand prize out of a total of 17 entries! There will be plenty of stage events during the festival, including the opening ceremony on Friday, August 4, a character show that is very popular with children on Saturday, August 5, a Yoshimoto comedy live on Sunday, August 6, and a jumbo lottery to win luxurious prizes totaling 1 million yen! On Saturday, August 5, the "Tomakomai Citizens' Odori" will be held from 10:00, which will be revived for the first time in four years, and from 19:30, the "Tomamin Tomakomai Centennial Fireworks" will be the centerpiece, where large fireworks illuminate the night sky of Tomakomai using sound and light! On Sunday, August 6, from 12:15, the "Marching Festival Port Carnival" will be held for the first time in four years, just like the citizens' odori! In addition, for three days from August 4 Friday to August 6 Sunday, about 110 stalls will be lined up at the main venue, and there will be many events that make you feel the summer of Tomakomai City, such as beer gardens, so please come and visit the venue.

The wheat harvest has begun, and wheat culm rolls can be seen all over the fields. This colo-colo will be a bed for cows! The scenery typical of Hokkaido Tokachi spreads out. * It is an important field of farmers. Please do not go inside.

Tokachigawa Onsen's popular ramen shop "Denraku" I had spicy miso hot noodles! Normally, I often line up before entering the store, but on this day, I was lucky enough to be able to sit down easily. The soup is also full of ingredients! The noodles are homemade noodles made from Tokachi wheat "Yumechikara". Choose thick noodles, they have a firm texture and are delicious! It was hot until the end, and I had soup. You can also order a zosui set for +310 yen. Address: 15-1 Tokachigawa Onsenkita Otofuke Kawahigashi-gun, Hokkaido Closed: Tuesdays 11：00〜21：00 / L.O 20:30

"The 10th Mugikan Festival" will be held! You can enjoy freshly harvested wheat with all five senses. There are many fun events such as selling freshly picked wheat bread, rolling barley rolls, and tractor test drives! 【Date & Time】Saturday, August 19, 2023 10:00~14:00 【Place】Wheat field at Takenaka Farm 【Admission】Adults 1,500, Elementary and junior high school students 500 yen *Cancelled in case of rain

At the beginning of June, the still lush wheat fields turn golden and the harvest is about to begin. It is the largest producer of wheat Otofuke in Japan. In the field after harvesting, barley culm rolls which become beds for cows are ready. The harvested wheat is transformed into delicious bread and udon noodles. There are many delicious bakeries and cake shops in Tokachi. The price is also very reasonable, with bread in the 100 yen range and cake in the 200 yen range. When you see the crops that are actually grown in this way, you develop a sense of gratitude for what you eat.

This weekend, July 15th Sat and 16th Sun, the 27th Ikappu Furusato Festival will be held! The venue will be the Les Cord Hall No. 2 parking lot on the mountain side across the railroad tracks from the side of the agricultural cooperative so far. Advance tickets are a great deal 🤩 for beer garden tickets We look forward to seeing you there! \^o^/ For details Niikappu please see ♪ the What's New "Niikappu Furusato Festival" page on the town hall website.

【Recommended sightseeing information in the neighborhood】 Obihiro Shrine "Hanachozu" It will be held in the future. ■Hanachozu of Summer ~TOKONATSU~ 《25帖》R5 Finished June 30~July 2 《26-jo》R5 July 15~July 17 tentative 《27》R5 July 29~August 1 tentative 《28》R5 August 11~August 15 tentative ■Annual Festival Hanachozu ~MIYUKI~ 《29》R5 September 22~September 25 planned 【About 15 minutes by car from Tokachigawa Onsen Town】

【Moor Hot Spring Firefly Viewing】 Glowworms grown in the water of the Mole hot spring perform a dance of light. In the past, I was able to see fireflies around Tokachigawa Onsen. However, with the modernization of the city, the environment in which fireflies can live has decreased, and it is no longer possible to see fireflies at the end of the 1990 Heisei 2 summer. The purpose of the revival of the firefly at Tokachigawa Onsen is to bring back the early summer scene that was previously common. One of the major features of the regeneration of fireflies is the use of hot spring water as a water source, and the spring quality of Tokachigawa Onsen is a rare "plant-based mall hot spring" in the world that contains a lot of plant components. Because it contains plant components, it contains a lot of minerals that are essential for the reproduction of diatoms, which are food for snails. This is the first time in Japan that fireflies have been successfully regenerated using 100% hot spring water. Heike fireflies were distributed from Kyushu to Hokkaido, Eastern Siberia and Korea, and inhabited many waterside environments surrounding wetlands and rice paddies. The characteristic of Hokkaido's fireflies is that the interval between their emission tends to be longer than that of fireflies in Honshu. Period:7/8Sat~7/23Sun Time: 20:00~21:00 Location: Tokachigaoka Park

At the Tokachigaoka Observatory, one of the "Tokapuchi Yudaikukan Scenic Cafe", local volunteer guides provide information on scenery and sightseeing on weekends and holidays during the summer season. Today the weather was better than the forecast and we could see the blue sky, so we went there on our bikes! Although there were many clouds, I could 🤩 see the Hidaka Mountains and the Tokachi Plain. You can see balloons in the early morning, and it is also a ✨ beautiful spot for sunsets. From Tokachigawa Onsen Town About 5 minutes by car and about 15 minutes by bicycle. 【Volunteer Guide】 Period: July 1 Sat ~ September 30 Sat Time: Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays 10:00~15:00 * Canceled on rainy or high temperature 30 degrees Celsius or higher days * No drinks will be provided.

A sweets lover's paradise! "Yanagitsuki Sweet Pier Garden" It is an ✨ entertainment spot where you can sell, café, experience and tour the factory. This store sells "Sanpo Roku no Hajikko" at a bargain price every morning, and there is a line before the store opens. 1kg is 550 yen ~ 650 yen, which is a considerable volume! The store-limited "Kinagoromo Soft" is an irresistible dish for Japanese lovers that contains furufuru kinako mochi and red bean paste. At the eat-in space, you can enjoy azuki tea and coffee for free! The three sides and six benches in the garden looked real and delicious 😋. "Roadside Station Otofuke Natsuzora no Furusato" is also right next door, so you can enjoy plenty of it as well!

Otofuke ran the melody line! However, it does not mean that music is played. I thought 😊 so at first. It is the name of the town road connecting Tokachigawa Onsen and the city of Otofuke, and is named after the "sound" of "Otofuke". There are many lovely scenery, such as the Otofuke countryside, the straight road leading to the mountain range, and the sunflower fields in autumn. With a total length of about 15 km, it is a very pleasant road to drive or cycle! There are ups and downs, so electric assist is recommended for bicycles. The Tourism Association offers assisted bicycles! Please run ♬ the Otofuke melody line. ⛔ Please do not enter the fields.

【Flower Scenery Hanak and Flower Road】 Every year, under the title of "Flower Scenery", colorful flowers entertain guests. Please take a leisurely stroll through the beautifully colored hot spring town and enjoy Tokachigawa Onsen. Period: June 24 Sat ~ July 23 Sun Location: Tokachigaoka Park / Tokachigawa Onsen Town Area

【Butahage Roadside Station Otodanke Store】 At a popular pork bowl restaurant with its main store in Obihiro, I had a pork soup set. Not only was the pork bowl delicious, but the pork soup with rumbling vegetables served in a bowl larger than the bowl was very delicious! A dish where you can enjoy plenty of soybeans and vegetables, which are specialties of the Otofuke. The pork soup set was sold out before noon. Tokachi's vegetables are really delicious, so I would like 😊 everyone to eat them.

Hello! The Road to Naturelbeauty for Eastern Hokkaido DMO. Our The Road to Naturelbeauty for Eastern Hokkaido DMO are engaged in a variety of businesses, including secondary transportation management, product development, domestic and inbound promotions, and market research. From now on, in COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, we will send out proposals and charms of Higashi Hokkaido travel, so thank you! Among Hokkaido, "Higashi Hokkaido" has many areas rich in nature, and it is an area where you can enjoy the outdoors and the blessings of nature. We convey the natural beauty and culture of "Higashi Hokkaido" and the charm of each region to many people, and propose new forms of travel. 【Access to Higashi Hokkaido】 Higashi Hokkaido has many popular tourist spots, but Hokkaido is very large, so it is recommended to use the nearest airport in each region! ◎ If you want to go sightseeing in Obihiro and Tokachi, "Tokachi Obihiro Airport" ◎ If you want to go sightseeing in Kushiro, Lake Akan, and Mashukusharo, "Tancho Kushiro Airport" ◎ If you want to go sightseeing in Kitami, Abashiri, and Shari Utoro, "Memanbetsu Airport" ◎ If you want to go sightseeing in Nakashibetsu and Betsukai, "Nemuro Nakashibetsu Airport" ◎ If you want to go sightseeing in Monbetsu, "Okhotsk Monbetsu Airport" I would like to introduce transportation secondary transportation and recommended information from these airports to the purpose in the future COOL JAPAN VIDEOS. Higashi Hokkaido also has a wide range of train trips, bus trips, sightseeing taxis, sightseeing buses, etc., so there are many ways to enjoy it that you cannot enjoy with a rental car, so please check it out. [Play all the Higashi Hokkaido! ] 】 Higashi Hokkaido has many recommended spots from famous sightseeing spots to superb views of nature! Even if you don't have a rental car, I will introduce a model plan for sightseeing that you can play efficiently and how to play in future posts. 【Higashi Hokkaido Gourmet】 Hokkaido is one of the most gourmet countries in Japan, and you can enjoy a variety of gourmet foods in each season. The exquisite gourmet food made with ingredients grown in the vast land and the northern ocean is delicious even if you eat it every day! On a gourmet trip in Higashi Hokkaido, in addition to having a delicious meal, if you learn about the story and history of how Hokkaido's ingredients become delicious, the way you taste Hokkaido gourmet may also change! 【Enjoy a sustainable trip in Higashi Hokkaido】 Higashi Hokkaido encourages sustainable travel to enjoy sightseeing while protecting the local natural environment. In addition to the rich nature, there are many wonderful attractions in the "normal" life of people who live there that the locals do not notice! In Higashi Hokkaido, we will introduce sustainable tourism such as the traditional culture created by the Ainu, and the great nature of Hokkaido, where you can feel a foreign country even though it is Japan. 【Higashi Hokkaido Lifestyle】 The pleasure of traveling is not limited to visiting famous sights. The real pleasure of traveling is to feel the history and life of the place. In Higashi Hokkaido, you can fully enjoy the climate unique to the northern country, the scenery of nature, and the new form of travel that touches the cityscape and the people who live there. It is also recommended to spend a luxurious time feeling the northern lifestyle without daring to do anything. In future posts, we will introduce the latest information and attractions of the Higashi Hokkaido area! In the vast land of Higashi Hokkaido, you can enjoy various forms of travel, so please come and visit!

Recommended sightseeing spots nearby 【Tokachi Hills】 A garden with the theme of agriculture and food in Makubetsu Town. The popular event Umbrella Sky is being held until June 30th! Peonies and water lilies were blooming beautifully in the garden. I was also able to see paulownia flowers, which are vulnerable to cold and rarely bloom in Hokkaido. July 1-9 is Rose Week. You will want to visit the garden many times because you can see a different expression depending on the season. 【About 20 minutes by car from Tokachigawa Onsen】

It is the flower clock of Tokachigaoka Park. From June 24th ~ July 23rd, colorful flowers will entertain guests around Tokachigaoka Park under the title of "Hanascape Hanak and Hana Road". In addition, this park is a venue for events such as the early morning hot air balloon experience, the "Dream Glowworm Appreciation Party" in summer, and the "Sairinka" in winter. There is also a shop and a free footbath, so it is ✨ ideal for a relaxing break or picnic closed in winter. The Tourism Association also has rental bicycles, so it feels good to ride a bicycle!

It is a charming town "Assabu" located in the southern part of Hokkaido! Hokkaido Assabu is focusing on migration and settlement, and we will help you make Assabu a new stage for your life! In this first post, we will introduce Assabu's sightseeing spots, specialties, etc., as well as great deals on moving and settling in Assabu. The Assabu of Hokkaido, which has a population of about 3,500, has low humidity throughout the year and abundant forests with moderate rainfall. Since it is located in the south of Hokkaido, it is relatively warm compared to other areas in Hokkaido, and you can enjoy the atmosphere of the four seasons, and the weather is suitable for sightseeing and migration. The highlight of Assabu is "Quail Dam Auto Campground Hatcham Forest". The expansive green campsite is perfect for getting away from the hustle and bustle of the city and spending some quiet time in the great outdoors. Gaze at the magnificent starry sky of Hokkaido and deepen your bonds with family and friends. In addition, at the Tsuchibashi Nature Observation and Education Forest Reku no Mori, you can observe a wide variety of plants and small animals, and it is a spot that both adults and children can enjoy, such as field athletic recreation camps. Don't miss the specialties of Assabu! Assabu potato "Mae Quinn" is characterized by its unique sweetness and smooth texture, and farmers can enjoy the taste that has been painstakingly done. In addition, Assabu's specialty "black bean tea" uses Assabu specialty large grain light black soybeans, which have rich flavor and excellent health benefits, which are loved by many people. And Ezo Maitake mushrooms, a rare variety made only in Hokkaido, are characterized by their rich umami and high aroma, and can be used in a variety of dishes. Although it will be easy, we have introduced the climate, sightseeing spots, gourmet and specialty information of Assabu! Next, I will tell you about the migration and settlement information of Assabu. The number of people who are considering moving to Assabu is increasing year by year. Assabu has various systems in place to support migrants. First, a migration experience program is offered, allowing you to experience life in the town temporarily. Through this program, you can feel closer to the living environment and community of the town. The Assabu also actively provides job information for migrants. There are a wide range of occupations, from primary industries such as agriculture and forestry to the creation of new businesses that utilize local resources. Migrants are provided with job placement tailored to their individual skills and experience, and can receive support to start a new career. In addition, Assabu provides a variety of assistance schemes to support migrant livelihoods. For example, there are substantial support to improve the quality of life, such as incentives for farmers, gifts for childbirth, and incentives for home ownership. And Assabu nursery schools have a unique system called "Nursery School Study Abroad". This program accepts families raising children who want to study at nursery schools from all over the country and temporarily spends time in the Assabu, so that the whole family can feel the vast nature, local life and culture. Abundant nature, delicious food, a warm community and generous support await you. Currently, many people want to move, but there is a problem that there is a shortage of housing such as vacant houses. If there is anyone who can cooperate or help us to accept many immigrants and permanent residents with the aim of becoming "the most wonderful depopulated city in the world", please contact us! In the future, we would like to send out great deals for Assabu migrants through this SNS! Thank you in advance!

【The 43rd Yachiyo Farm Festival】 2023 Reiwa 5 will be held on the third Sunday in June for the first time in five years. Date 2023 Reiwa 5 Sunday, June 18 Hours: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Venue: Obihiro City Yachiyo Public Breeding Farm Yachiyo-cho Nishi 4 Line 187 🚌 A special direct bus service will be operated. For reservations, please contact Tokachi Bus Co., Ltd.

Nice to meet everyone who watched the COOL JAPAN VIDEOS! Shakotan Tourism Association. In this first post, we will tell you plenty about the charm of Shakotan. First of all, the way to read Shakotan is "Shakotan". Hokkaido Shakotan-gun Shakotan occupies the tip of the Shakotan Peninsula in the Sea of Japan to the west of Hokkaido, and is a city with beautiful coastline, rich nature, fresh seafood, and a spectacular view of the "Shakotan Blue" sea, which shines blue like a jewel throughout the four seasons. In Shakotan, there are fishing ports such as Bikuni, Irika and Yobetsu, and herring fishing flourished until the Taisho period. Let's take a look at some of the most popular sightseeing spots in Shakotan, which is rich in nature. The symbol of the Shakotan Peninsula, "Golden Cape", is characterized by its beautiful precipitous cliffs. From Shakotan Tourism Association to Cape Kogane, it takes about 20 minutes to walk along the 560-meter promenade "Chashina Path" to reach the observatory. From the observatory Shakotan you can see the highly transparent cobalt blue sea and treasure island. Treasure Island has a circumference of 600 meters and is characterized by the shape of a heart when viewed from the sky. From the "Underwater Observation Ship New Shakotan", you can see the scenic spot of Cape Golden from the sea. Through the glass on the bottom of the boat, you can see fish and sea urchins swimming in Hokkaido's only marine park as if they were in your hands, and you can feel the marine ecosystem of Hokkaido up close. Cape Shakotan is also one of Shakotan's beautiful coastlines, with highly transparent and vivid blue waters. After passing through a small tunnel, you can visit the Shimamui coast, which has been selected as one of the "100 best beaches in Japan". It is the only cape in the Shakotan that can go down to the coast. If you walk along the "Shilara Path" with a total length of about 1,800 meters, you will arrive at the Merokoiwa Observatory in about 1 hour. There is a legend of Shirara, a maiden who fell in love with Minamoto no Yoshitsune. Next, I would like to introduce Cape Kamui. It takes about 26 minutes to walk along the "Charenka Path" promenade from the gate where women are prohibited to reach the tip of Cape Kamui, and a magnificent view of the Sea of Japan spreads out on both sides of the promenade, and the tip of the promenade is a superb view spot where you can see the surroundings 300 degrees. The Kamui Rock that can be seen below has the legend of the maiden Charenka standing in the sea. On the Shakotan Peninsula, you can also enjoy the great nature of the mountains. Mt. Shakotan is a 1255-meter mountain that is also home to brown bears. From the summit, which can be climbed in about 3 hours and 30 minutes, you can enjoy a superb 360-degree view as far as the eye can see. Next, we will introduce the specialty products of Shakotan. Speaking of Shakotan, fresh seafood!! In particular, "sea urchin" stands out among them, has a rich sweetness, and its taste is unforgettable once you eat it. There are many tourists who come to the Shakotan for fresh seafood such as sea urchins. Don't miss the information on Shakotan events and festivals. The "Tengu Fire Walking" of the "Bikuni Shrine Festival" held on July 4, 5, and 6 every year is a traditional event that has been held only here in Japan since the Edo period, and prays for maritime safety, good fishing, and a good harvest. Shakotan is full of natural beauty, fresh produce and great events that will put a smile on your face. The beautiful Shakotan blue sea, the taste of sea urchins dancing on the tongue, and an elegant time surrounded by nature. All of them will be deeply engraved in your hearts. We will regularly send out the latest information on the Shakotan of Hokkaido Shakotan-gun! Please look forward to!

It is a chamber of commerce in Hokkaido Niikappu, a city of "records", "music" and "racehorses". Niikappu is a town with a population of about 5,000 facing the Pacific Ocean in the central part of Hokkaido. You can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the vast nature that spreads all over the four seasons. The Chamber of Commerce Niikappu is working to enliven the Niikappu known as the Record, Thoroughbred Town, and for the development of the town. In COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, we will introduce the activities of our Niikappu Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the appeal of Niikappu. First of all, I would like to introduce the popular winter events of Niikappu. Every December, the Youth Division of the Niikappu Chamber of Commerce and Industry holds the Niikappu Illumination Festa. Around the roadside station "Thoroughbred Road Shinkaku", 26,000 light bulbs such as an illuminated tunnel and a 5-meter-high Christmas tree are displayed, making it an event that is appreciated by many townspeople as a winter tradition. Due to Coronavirus pandemic, the event was held by live streaming in 2020 and 2021, but last year in 2022, it was held normally for the first time in three years. A popular event in spring is the carp streamers swimming gracefully in the Niikappu sky! Every year before Children's Day on May 5, about 60 carp streamers donated to the Chamber of Commerce and Industry are installed along the road of "Children's Garden de Re Mi" in Niikappu. Bright cute carp streamers handmade by the Women's Division of the Niikappu Chamber of Commerce and Industry with patterns and colors painted by kindergarten children also swim in the Niikappu breeze. The event venue is full of smiles from children. In addition, in 2021, the work experience project "Niikappu Mirai Quest" was held, where second-year junior high school students in the Niikappu were taught the content, appeal, and motivation of their work, and they actually experienced work. We will continue to send out information on Niikappu events, the activities of the Niikappu Chamber of Commerce, and attractive new tourist spots, so thank you!