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Okhotsk Ozora Town Tourism Association
Sep. 5, 2023
Nice to meet everyone who watched the COOL JAPAN VIDEOS! This is the Okhotsk Ozora Town Tourism Association that disseminates attractive information about Hokkaido Ozora Town. Ozora Town is a town located in the east of Hokkaido and was formed in 2006 by the merger of Memanbetsu Town and Higashi Mokoto Village. In this first post, we will introduce the highlights of the Ozora Town. Enjoy! We will introduce how to access Hokkaido Ozora Town. 【Access by plane】 ◯ Tokyo Haneda Airport 〜 Memanbetsu Airport ... Approx. 1 hour 50 minutes ◯ Sapporo New Chitose Airport 〜 Memanbetsu Airport ... Approx. 50 minutes ◯ Osaka・Kansai International Airport 〜 Memanbetsu Airport ... Approx. 2 hours 30 minutes 【Access by train】 ◯ JR Sapporo Station 〜 JR Memanbetsu Station ... About 5 hours 30 minutes by "Limited Express Okhotsk" / JR Asahikawa Station ~ JR Memanbetsu Station...About 3 hours 30 minutes by "Limited Express Oyuki" ◯ Sapporo 〜 Memanbetsu ... Approximately 5 hours and 30 minutes by intercity bus "Dreamint Okhotsk" reservation required Hokkaido Ozora Town has a climate with a large temperature difference, so it is recommended to check the weather forecast when planning a trip. Since there is little precipitation throughout the year, there are many sunny days, making it perfect for sightseeing! In summer, the average temperature is around 20°C, making it a comfortable climate. Snowfall in winter is from late October to late April. The minimum temperature can be -27°C, and the cold is severe in the region. A Ozora Town where you can enjoy the scenery of the four seasons! From here, we will introduce the sightseeing spots. With the arrival of warm spring, the Higashimokoto Shibazakura Park Higashimokoto moss phlox Park, where the beautiful pink carpet of the moss phlox spreads, is a popular moss phlox spot. The park has an observatory, a pink torii gate, and a sightseeing wheel. The picturesque scenery in the vast park is a must-see! Flowering time around May ~ early June In summer, the vast sunflower field is in full bloom, and yellow flowers spread out like the sun. "Tomap River Park" is the earliest sunflower field in the Ozora Town. It is located about 10 minutes by car from Memanbetsu Airport and has good access. Flowering time: mid ~ late July Asahigaoka Park, which is famous for enjoying sunflowers for a long time, is a popular spot for the superb view from the observatory. From the observatory, you can overlook Lake Abashiri, Mt. Shari, and the Shiretoko mountain range. Flowering time: late July ~ mid-September The sunflower field next to Memanbetsu Airport is a hot place in social media where you can take pictures of airplanes and sunflowers! You can enjoy about 400,000 sunflowers. Flowering time: early ~ late August Since it is located next to Memanbetsu Airport, you can take pictures as if an airplane is taking off and landing in a sunflower field. "Roadside Station NonkyLand Higashimokoto" with a hotel is also a popular spot! At the shop, you can enjoy local flavors such as souvenirs, local specialties, "juicy meat buns" of Hokkaido beef and long potatoes. It is also possible to stay at "Hotel Higashimokoto" in the Roadside Station. You can choose from twin, DLX twin, and Japanese-style rooms. There are no hot springs in the hotel, but there is a hot spring facility "Fureai Center Phlox" about 2 minutes by car from the hotel or about 9 minutes on foot, equipped with a whirlpool bath and sauna. You can slowly heal the fatigue of traveling. Located about 10 minutes by car from Memanbetsu Airport, "Meruhen no Oka" is also a popular tourist destination that cannot be missed. It is a famous spot for its fairytale scenery lined with seven larches. The vast countryside spreads out and you can enjoy the picturesque scenery. One of the highlights is the nearby Roadside Station "Meruhen no Oka Memanbetsu"! There is a corner selling freshly caught locally and a local product corner, and you can enjoy gourmet food using local ingredients such as "Ozora pork shabu long modon" at the on-site restaurant. There is also a free "dog run" where dogs can easily play. Mt. Mokoto, where you can enjoy the rich nature, is also a recommended tourist destination. It has been selected as one of the national "Nature 100 Selections". The altitude is about 1000m, so you can easily enjoy trekking! One of the highlights is the spring water near the 8th station, the famous water "Ginrei Water". Next, we will introduce the hot spring facilities in Ozora Town. If you want to enjoy hot springs in Ozora Town, we recommend the town-run public bath facility "Memanbetsu Agricultural Structure Improvement Center Himawari Onsen"! You can easily enjoy the hot springs flowing directly from the source with a day trip bath. The hot water is abundant and the spring quality is sodium bicarbonate chloride spring, which has effects such as neuralgia, sensitivity to cold, and recovery from fatigue. We deliver essential gourmet information for your trip to Ozora Town! Ozora Town's proud local gourmet "Ozora pork shabu long modon" is a must-eat! At Nagashimaya, you can enjoy a bowl with an original kimchi-flavored sauce based on the return of soba sauce. Ozora Town's two major summer events ♬♬ are "Memanbetsu Sightseeing Summer Festival" and "Nonkeyland Furusato Festival" This year, the Tourism Summer Festival was held from July 29 Sat to 30 Sun, 2023. The summer festival, which was held for the first time in four years, was a great success with fireworks on the water! The Hometown Festival was also held for the first time in four years. The race to roll large grass rolls and compete was a great success. In Hokkaido Ozora Town, there is still plenty of recommended information such as beautiful nature, sightseeing spots, and fresh seafood gourmet. We will continue to introduce the charm of Hokkaido Ozora Town, so thank you!
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  • Asahigaoka Park (Ozora Town)
  • Tomap River Park
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Engaru Tourism Association
Sep. 5, 2023
"Engaru Eat 2023 1st time" will finally be held tomorrow! While appreciating the beautiful cosmos, let's taste the distance! You can enjoy 5 "Engaru Eat" limited bento boxes! !! Reception is 11:00~, lunch box delivery is 12:00~. Those who purchase 2 or more pieces will receive a special "Engaru Eat Special Picnic Sheet", and those who purchase 1 will receive a Cosmos Novelty! We look ♪ forward to seeing you at Cosmos Garden
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Taiki Tourism Association
Sep. 5, 2023
🍂 Announcement: Kashirin Park Festival 🍂 On September 17th, the 47th Kashirin Park Festival will take place! The Kashirin Park Festival is an autumn industry fair where you can savor Taiki Town’s fall flavors. It features many popular annual events such as a direct sale of Taiki beef, on-site barbecues where you can cook the beef you buy, and a salmon-catching experience. There is even more to enjoy, including specialty product sales from Taiki’s sister and friendship cities, live song performances on the outdoor stage, and a lucky-draw raffle. Please come and join us! *The photos show last year’s event.*
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Engaru Tourism Association
Sep. 3, 2023
Japan's largest cosmos garden, Taiyo-no-Oka Engaru Park Cosmos Garden, has about 10 million cosmos trees in bloom in a vast 10-hectare field. In addition, you can admire about 20 species of cosmos. The best time to see it is late August ~ late September. This year, the flowering has been delayed due to the extreme heat, and it is currently blooming for 6 ~ 7 minutes, but in the past few days, the temperature has dropped in the morning and evening, so the flowering is progressing every day, and it seems that ♪ it will be in full bloom this weekend.
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  • Hokkaido Prefecture
  • Sun Hill Engaru Park
  • Engaru
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Engaru Tourism Association
Sep. 3, 2023
We will hold the very popular "Engaru Eat" again this year! The first edition of "Engaru Eat 2023" will be held on Thursday, September 7. The number of stores has also increased to five, and you can enjoy ♪ Cosmos Festa original bento boxes at each store. It sells out instantly every year!! Lunch boxes limited to Cosmos Garden and limited quantities, bento boxes when you see the beautiful Cosmos are the best! Please ♪ purchase by all means
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COOL JAPAN VIDEOS STAFF
Sep. 1, 2023
Introducing the post of the "Taiki Tourism Association" COOL JAPAN VIDEOS official social media account! Hokkaido Taiki Town is a town located in the eastern part of Hokkaido. Since around 1985, we have been conducting various initiatives such as aerospace-related experiments with the goal of "space urban development." There are also plenty of attractive sightseeing spots such as "Space Exchange Center SORA" and "Kamui Kotan Park Campground". The specialties of Camembert cheese, autumn salmon and whey pork are exquisite.
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Taiki Tourism Association
Aug. 27, 2023 (edited)
Hello to everyone watching Cool Japan!
We are the Taiki Tourism Association.
On this account, we will share appealing information to make you want to visit Taiki Town in Hokkaido.
We look forward to connecting with you!

In this first post, we introduce Taiki Town and share tourist information.

Taiki Town, Hokkaido, lies in eastern Hokkaido in the southern Tokachi region. It is a town of 5,437 residents (as of January 2023), where the breath of nature meets historical charm.
The name "Taiki" comes from the Ainu word "Taikiushi," meaning a place where large trees grow in clusters.

Taiki Town is dotted with beautiful natural scenery and historic sites.
Next, we introduce some of Taiki’s attractive sightseeing spots.

● Space Exchange Center SORA
Since around 1985, Taiki has pursued "space town development" and hosted aerospace-related experiments.
Space Exchange Center SORA displays materials and models from experiments conducted in Taiki by the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) and rocket developer Interstellar Technologies, among others.
Admission is free and no reservation is required.

● Roadside Station Cosmos Mall Taiki
Roadside Station Cosmos Mall Taiki is a place to feel the charm of Taiki, offering local specialties and souvenirs.
At the specialty corner you can taste natural cheeses from Handa Farm and Cowbell Ice made with Taiki ingredients like corn and pumpkin.
The facility also features a space-food and space-goods shop and a shopping center stocked with daily necessities.
Nearby flows the Rekifune River, once chosen as Japan’s clearest stream.

Next, here is some leisure information!

◎ Horokayanto Smelt Fishing
Smelt fishing on Horokayanto opens around the end of December and runs through late February, offering a winter fishing experience.
Bansei Onsen sits close to Horokayanto, making it ideal for warming up after a chilly day of smelt fishing.

◎ Kamui Kotan Park Campground
Kamui Kotan Park Campground, on the scenic Kamui Kotan in Tokachi, is a recommended spot for outdoor lovers.
This auto campground is surrounded by rich nature.
Visitors can enjoy river play, fishing, forest walks, and even gold panning.
(If you wish to try gold panning, please register with the tourism association in advance.)

Taiki’s events are not to be missed.

◎ Rekibune River Clear Stream Carp Streamer
This mini event takes place on May 5, Children’s Day.
Each year from late April to early May, carp streamers spread across the river’s width, fluttering in the breeze as a springtime tradition.

◎ Rekifune River Festival
The Rekifune River also hosts the Rekifune River Festival and the Perupune Fire Festival in August.
The Rekifune River Festival began in 1989 as Taiki’s major summer event after the river was recognized by the Environment Agency as Japan’s cleanest river.
The festival culminates with the Perupune Fire Festival and a fireworks display.
Towering flaming torch pillars reaching toward the sky are a sight to behold.
It’s a luxurious way to enjoy a summer night.

Next, here is Taiki’s gourmet information!
Taiki’s cuisine offers a rich variety, from local specialties like Camembert cheese, autumn salmon, and whey-fed pork to fresh seafood dishes and vegetable dishes that celebrate the bounty of the land.

A popular local dish is the Taiki Cheese Salmon Bowl, made with cheese and autumn salmon.
Savor dishes that make generous use of local ingredients and enjoy the unique flavors of Taiki, Hokkaido.

Taiki’s hometown tax program offers fresh seafood and carefully prepared processed goods as gifts.
Popular returns include "Rich Fresh Milk Cowbell Ice Cream," "Handa Farm Homemade Cheese Set," and a whey-fed pork bowl set.
Enjoy Taiki’s distinctive tastes through the hometown tax program.

For access to Taiki from outside Hokkaido, use Tokachi Obihiro Airport.
By car, Taiki is about 40 minutes from Tokachi Obihiro Airport; by bus it is about 70 minutes.
From Sapporo, the fastest train route takes about 2.5 hours from Sapporo Station to Obihiro Station, and buses take about 3.5 hours. From Obihiro Station, buses reach Taiki in about 1 hour 40 minutes.

Although Taiki faces the sea, the area experiences large temperature variations. Summer’s average temperature is around 20°C, with highs up to about 34°C, while winter temperatures can drop to minus 20°C.
Because winter temperatures can change rapidly in a short time, please take care with your clothing when traveling.

Please come and experience the charms of Taiki Town in Hokkaido for yourself.
We will continue sharing Taiki’s attractions, so thank you for your support!
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