Dengaku, a popular ramen shop in Tokachigawa Onsen I enjoyed the spicy miso hot noodles! Although it's often necessary to wait in line to get in, I was lucky this day and sat down right away. The soup is full of toppings too! The noodles are homemade using Tokachi-grown wheat called yumechikara. I chose the thick curly noodles; they have a firm texture and are delicious! They stayed piping hot to the end, and I had the soup wari as well. +310 yen lets you add a zosui (rice porridge) set. Address: 15-1, Tokachigawa Onsen Kita, Otofuke Town, Kawato-gun, Hokkaido Closed: Tuesdays 11:00–21:00 / Last order 20:30

The 10th Mugi-Kan Festival will take place! You can enjoy freshly harvested wheat with all five senses. There will be plenty of fun events, including freshly baked wheat bread for sale, a Mugi-Kan roll-rolling contest, and tractor rides! Date and time: Saturday, August 19, 2023, 10:00–14:00 Location: Takenaka Farm wheat fields Admission: Adults 1,500 yen, elementary and junior high students 500 yen *Canceled in case of rain

Introducing the post COOL JAPAN VIDEOS official social media account "Ebetsu Tourism Association"! Ebetsu City, Hokkaido is a town located in the center of the Ishikari Plain. Specialties include "Haruyutaka", which is said to be a phantom wheat, and "Ezo Tajima beef". There are also many attractive sightseeing spots such as "Ebetsu City Forest Campsite" and "Ebetsu Brick".

At the beginning of June the wheat fields that were still green turn golden, and harvest is about to begin. Otofuke, Japan’s top wheat-producing town. After the harvest, straw rolls rise up in the fields to become beds for cows. The harvested wheat is reborn as delicious bread and udon. Tokachi is full of excellent bakeries and pastry shops. Prices are very reasonable, with bread in the 100-yen range and cakes in the 200-yen range. Seeing the crops being grown like this naturally brings a feeling of gratitude for the food we eat.

Nice to meet you! This is the Tokachi Tourism Federation. We are pleased to introduce charming information about Tokachi in Hokkaido, blessed with vast plains and beautiful nature. First, here is some basic information about Tokachi. Tokachi is made up of 19 municipalities, including its center, Obihiro City. "The 19 municipalities of Tokachi" Obihiro City, Otofuke, Shihorocho, Kamishihoro Town, Shikaoicho, Shintoku Town, Shimizu-cho, Memuro Town, Nakasatsunaimura, Sarabetsumura, Taiki Town, Hirocho, Makubetsu, Ikeda Town, Toyokorocho, Hombetsucho, Ashorocho, Rikubetsucho, Urahorocho The name Tokachi for Hokkaido comes from the Ainu word "Tokapuchi," which referred to the Tokachi River used by Hokkaido’s indigenous people. Because Tokachi has a continental climate, spring and summer temperatures are relatively warm compared with other parts of Hokkaido. Winters can get as cold as minus 30 degrees Celsius, but snowfall is light and the region often enjoys clear skies. The main access route to Tokachi is by air via Tokachi Obihiro Airport. Flights to Tokachi Obihiro Airport take about 1.5 hours from HanedaKuukou and about 1 hour 45 minutes from Nagoya Chubu. By train, you can travel from Sapporo to JR Obihiro Station in as little as 2 hours 24 minutes. Tokachi is a treasure trove of nature, and each of its 19 municipalities offers diverse attractions. You will find many scenic spots and opportunities to encounter wildlife. In this post, we introduce a selection of popular sightseeing spots. In Obihiro City, Banei Tokachi at Obihiro Racecourse (Banei Tokachi) is the only racecourse in the world that holds Banei horse racing, where draft horses pull sleds in competition. Banei races test strength, speed, and endurance. The powerful sight of horses running a 200-meter course is a must-see. On-site, a petting zoo lets you interact with ponies, rabbits, and other animals, and it is open even on non-race days. Next is Tokachi Hills in Makubetsu. This hilltop complex combines nature and flowers, with themed gardens focused on "agriculture and food." Roses, herbs, and many other flowers bloom here, so you can enjoy floral displays year-round. The garden café on site serves unique menu items you can only taste there, such as a casket-style sandwich made with roasted loin of Mangalica pork, the world’s only edible national treasure (a Hungarian delicacy). Nearby attractions around Tokachi Hills follow. Happiness Station, about a 20-minute drive from Tokachi Hills, became famous in the 1970s with the slogan "From the Land of Love to Happiness." Known as a lovers’ shrine, Kofuku Station remains a popular spot for couples wishing for happiness. From late April through the end of November, the Kofuku Station Happy Ceremony offers a mock wedding experience. Aikoku Station, which sparked a similar boom, lies about 15 minutes by car from Kofuku Station. Now enjoyed as the Traffic Memorial Hall, the ticket monument marked "bound for Happiness" in front of its station building is a great photo spot. About 25 minutes by car from Tokachi Hills is TokachigawaOnsen, a hot spring resort village on the banks of the Tokachi River. The moor hot springs available at TokachigawaOnsen are recognized as a Hokkaido heritage and are one of Japan’s rare plant-based hot springs. Moor hot springs are said to help with neuralgia, muscle pain, joint pain, chronic gynecological conditions, and sensitivity to cold. Some nearby hotels offer day-use bathing. Surrounded by beautiful nature, soaking in these hot springs is a great way to refresh and relieve everyday fatigue. The Tokachi area has 15 roadside stations providing local specialties, gourmet food, and tourist information. (As of July 2023) Roadside Station Ashoro Ginga Hall 21, renovated from a railway station in 2011, still retains railway motifs and represents Ashorocho’s roadside station. The shop and bakery use local specialties such as the world’s largest butterbur, Rawan-buki, in breads, and the restaurant serves local treats such as Rawan-buki soft serve. Don’t miss the local pork bowl at Kumano-ko Regional Exchange and Local Products Center. At roadside stations you can enjoy region-specific foods and other local experiences unique to each area. Be sure to stop by as a memory of your trip. Next, we introduce spots where you can experience Hokkaido’s vast nature. One of Hokkaido’s three secret lakes, Lake Onneto, lies at the western edge of Akan-Mashu National Park. Because the lake surface changes color with the seasons and time of day, it is also called the "Five-Colored Pond." An observation deck offers stunning views of Lake Onneto with MtMeakan and Akan Fuji in the background and is a recommended viewpoint. In Kamishihoro Town, the Taushubetsu River Bridge at Lake Nukabira is a 130-meter-long concrete arch bridge built in 1937. About 60 arch bridges of various sizes, once part of the former National Railway Shihoro Line, are preserved as modern industrial heritage. In spring, as snow melts and water levels rise, the arches reflect on the surface and resemble eyeglasses, which is why the bridge is also called the "Spectacles Bridge." Mikuni Pass (in Kamishihoro Town) inside Daisetsuzan National Park stands at 1,139 meters and is the highest pass in Hokkaido. You will be captivated by natural spectacles such as fresh green seas of trees in spring and vivid autumn foliage. At the Mikuni Pass café on the summit, popular specialty items include hand-drip coffee roasted on-site. Finally, Tokachi Ranch in Otofuke covers an expansive 4,092 hectares. The ranch raises Dosanko horses, sheep, and cattle. A popular spot is the 1.3-kilometer row of birch trees that continues from the ranch entrance. Tokachi hosts various events throughout the year. The Tokachi Port Festival’s Tokachi Port Marine Fireworks, held in Hirocho, is the only fireworks festival in the Tokachi area that takes place at a port. Underwater fireworks that spread across the sea surface are one of the highlights. The 2023 event was scheduled for August 5. The summer Obihiro Plain Festival, autumn Obihiro Chrysanthemum Festival, and winter Obihiro Ice Festival are known as the three major Obihiro festivals and are popular events. The Kachimai Fireworks Festival, held on the Tokachi River riverbed, is known for its highly entertaining program. Enjoy a fireworks show woven together with music, lighting, and pyrotechnics. The 2023 event was scheduled for August 13. Hokkaido Tokachi is a region overflowing with charm, where vast nature, gourmet food, hot springs, and attractions come together in harmony. We will continue to bring you more information on Tokachi’s sightseeing spots, events, and gourmet offerings that we could not cover in this post! Please look forward to future updates!

I attended the 15th Ecopa Soba Festival. These hand‑made soba noodles were prepared by the Makubetsu Men’s Cooking Group using locally milled flour! They offered three varieties: special soba (chicken and burdock), mori soba, and kake soba. The event was lively with many visitors! Each time there are only 300 servings available! Next dates: August 6, September 3, October 8, 11:00–13:00 Location: Tokachigawa Ecological Park, “Tsuchi no Fōrī”

At Ogimi Village Office ... It feels like a chapel. I'm getting sleepy laughs

It's almost 8 p.m 🤗.

The second lineup of artists for Mirai Fes has been announced!! 😆🎊 Tickets are now on sale!! 🎫✨ For details, please check the official website!! 💁‍♀️

【July 2: Oni Day 👹】 Today is "02 Oni Day" Onislo "Blue Oni-go" was ♪ boarded by the Blue Bath Demon God Yukijin 👹 removes evil and brings good luck You're lucky 💙 if you meet What is 👹🚌 "Onislo"? It is the nickname of the low-speed electric bus "Green Slow Mobility" that runs slowly in the Noboribetsu hot spring town. Cancelled every Tuesday Available 🚌 from 2 p.m. ~ 7 p.m. on weekdays, 9 a.m. ~ 7 p.m. on holidays Raise your hand and ride ✋ anywhere 1 ride: 200 yen One-day pass: 500 yen Please make use of it for summer sightseeing

Milky way! Can you see it?

Today, a wonderful couple and their lovely daughter and wife from Brazil came to Ogimi Village! He talked with Ogimi and Aunt about the secret of "longevity". I hope you enjoyed it. I was more entertained m_ _m and hope to see you again. Thank you very much.

Introducing Niikappu's tourism brochure! It is a ♪ freshly made squishy pamphlet that was just renewed in late May. The cover is an eye-catching contrast between the horse statue of the famous horse Hi Seiko, which represents the Niikappu, and the beautiful sunset over the sea of Niikappu. Inside, there are introductions of Niikappu and local specialties, a map of the town, and information on tourist facilities in the town you can jump to the homepage or Google map from the QR code of each facility. In addition, we have also posted the "9 Articles of Ranch Tour" that you should definitely protect in the Niikappu and other horse-producing areas, so if you want to see horses in Hidaka, be sure to read and protect them! * For information about ranch tours, go to the Racehorse Hometown Information Center Tourist pamphlets can be found at Niikappu town hall, roadside station and surrounding facilities, hotels, thoroughbred Ginza parking park, and the neighboring Shinhidaka Town Tourist Information Center, so be sure to get them when you come! In addition, it is also placed at the Hokkaido Sapporo Tourist Information Center at Sapporo Station and the Dosanko Travel Salon in the Tokyo Kotsu Kai. Of course Niikappu Tourism Association also in the office! Business hours are from 9 a.m. ~ 5:15 p.m. on weekdays. You can also order tourist brochures, so please feel free to contact us ♪.

✨ July 7th is “Haskap Day” ✨ The name “haskap” comes from the fact that two flowers produce a single berry, so its flower language is “a pledge of love” 💕 Like the separated lovers Orihime and Hikoboshi of the Tanabata legend, this day symbolizes the meeting of two distant people, and because the haskap harvest runs from late June to mid-July, July 7th was chosen 🎋🌠 Image credit: Tomakomai City Museum of Art and History

Summer in Tokachi, Hokkaido! In June ~ early July, the light purple flax and yellow mustard flowers of Sarabetsu Village Kotani Aguri are in full bloom, and the scenery of butterflies fluttering in summer is very beautiful. www.kotaniagri.com #Sarabetsu Village #Kotaniaguri

[Recommended Nearby Sightseeing Information] Obihiro Shrine "Hanatemizu" Upcoming schedule. ■Summer Worship Hanatemizu ～TOKONATSU～ "Chapter 25" R5 June 30 – July 2 Finished "Chapter 26" R5 July 15 – July 17 (planned) "Chapter 27" R5 July 29 – August 1 (planned) "Chapter 28" R5 August 11 – August 15 (planned) ■Reisai Festival Hanatemizu ～MIYUKI～ "Chapter 29" R5 September 22 – September 25 (planned) About a 15-minute drive from TokachigawaOnsen

Moor Hot Spring Firefly Viewing Event Fireflies raised in the moor hot spring waters will perform a dance of light. In the past, it was possible to see Heike fireflies around Tokachigawa Onsen. However, as the town modernized, habitats suitable for fireflies dwindled, and after the summer of 1990 the Heike fireflies could no longer be seen. The goal of restoring Heike fireflies at Tokachigawa Onsen is to bring back the early-summer scenes that were once common. A distinctive feature of the firefly restoration is the use of hot spring water as the water source. Tokachigawa Onsen’s spring is a rare plant-rich moor hot spring. Because it contains plant-derived components, it is rich in minerals essential for the proliferation of diatoms, which serve as food for pond snails. This is the first successful example in Japan of restoring fireflies using 100% hot spring water. Heike fireflies are distributed from Kyushu to Hokkaido, and into eastern Siberia and Korea, and they once thrived in wetlands and watersides surrounding rice paddies. A characteristic of Hokkaido’s Heike fireflies is that their flashing intervals tend to be longer than those of Heike fireflies on Honshu. Event period: Saturday, July 8 to Sunday, July 23 Event time: 8:00 PM–9:00 PM Location: Tokachigaoka Park

✨🚢 Tomabay Waterfront continues to go strong!! 🏎️✨ The first event took place on Saturday, July 1st and Sunday, July 2nd and concluded to great success! Thank you so much to everyone who came out!! 😆✨ We will hold the second event on Saturday, July 8th and Sunday, July 9th, and we look forward to seeing many of you again!! 💁‍♀️

Today, students from Kanagawa are coming to experience a day trip! It's a short time, but it's a good weather 🌞😊🌞 today so that ♥️ it's a fun time

At the Tokapuchi Grand Space Scenic Cafe’s Tokachigaoka Observatory, local volunteer guides offer landscape and sightseeing information on summer Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays. Today’s weather turned out better than forecast, and I cycled there to see the blue sky! Although clouds were plentiful, I could see the Hidaka Range and the Tokachi Plain in one sweeping view 🤩 You can sometimes see hot air balloons in the early morning, and it’s also a beautiful spot for sunset ✨ From Tokachigawa Onsen town About a 5-minute drive or a 15-minute bike ride. [Volunteer Guides] Period: Saturday, July 1 – Saturday, September 30 Hours: Weekends and public holidays only, 10:00–15:00 *Canceled in rain or on very hot days (30°C or above) *No beverages provided

Hello COOL JAPAN VIDEOS viewers. This time, we would like to introduce the "Bikuni Shrine Annual Grand Festival". The "Bikuni Shrine Grand Festival" is held in Bikuni Shrine for three days on July 4, 5, and 6 every year. We haven't been able to hold it for Coronavirus pandemic for several years, but it will finally be held this year. A traditional event that has existed since the Edo period and is the only Bikuni Shrine in Japan. Praying for a good catch and a good harvest, there is a sea crossing at the port, and a lively escort by mikoshi and floats in the urban area. The main event, "Tengu Fire Walking," will be held on the night of July 5 and 6 in the Bikuni Shrine precincts. When the tengu and mikoshi who have been touring the town return to the shrine, they burn the shrine in the precincts to remove the dirt. The brave young people carrying the mikoshi do not flinch and rush, "Wasse, Wasse." The sight of the tengu walking majestically in the midst of the sparks and the people carrying the mikoshi is absolutely magnificent. Please come and visit the Shakotan to feel this festival firsthand.

Introducing the post of the COOL JAPAN VIDEOS official social media account of the "Hamanaka Town Tourism Association"! Hokkaido Hamanaka Town faces the Pacific Ocean and is rich in fresh seafood. It anime also famous as the birthplace of Monkey Punch, the original author of the popular "Lupin the Third". The Hamanaka Town is an environment that does not cause stress to cows, so you can enjoy high-quality raw milk. ◆Hokkaido Hamanaka Town◆ 【Address】Hokkaido AkkeshiHamanaka Town 【Access】About 90 minutes by car from Kushiro Airport

A paradise for sweets lovers! "Ryugetsu Sweetpia Garden" This is an entertainment spot where you can buy sweets, enjoy a café, take hands-on experiences, and tour the factory✨ This shop sells "Sanporoku no Hajikko" at a bargain price every morning, and a line forms before opening. It comes in substantial portions, priced from 550 to 650 yen per kilogram! The shop-only "Kinagoromo Soft" is irresistible for fans of Japanese flavors, with wobbly kinako mochi and sweet red bean paste inside. In the eat-in area, you can enjoy azuki tea and coffee for free! The Sanporoku bench placed around the garden looks so real it almost seems edible 😋 The Roadside Station Otofuke Natsuzora no Furusato is right next door, so you can enjoy both places together!

Introducing the post of the "Mori Tourism Association" COOL JAPAN VIDEOS official social media account! Morimachi, Hokkaido is one of the warmest areas in Hokkaido. There are plenty of marine products such as scallops, hairy crabs, and button shrimp, and the popular specialty "ikameshi" is exquisite. The landmark "Hokkaido Komagatake" in southern Hokkaido can be climbed in about one hour, so even beginners can easily enjoy it. ◆Mori Tourism Association◆ 【Address】〒049-2393 Hokkaido Mori-cho, Kayabe-gun Miyuki Town 144-1 Mori Town Hall 【Access】About 50 minutes by car from Hakodate

🔎Would you like to hunt for rare manhole covers?🔍 Various types of manhole covers are installed throughout Tomakomai City! A little-known favorite, the “manhole card” features a Tomachop design among its registered covers!💁‍♀️ On weekdays they are distributed at Tomakomai City Hall, and on weekends and public holidays at Cocotoma Cafe, so if you’re curious, give collecting them a try!😊✨ 【 Tomakomai City Hall 】 Distribution location: 3F, North Government Building, Tomakomai City Hall, 4-5-6 Asahimachi, Tomakomai City, Hokkaido 053-8722 Phone: 0144-32-6111 (main) Distribution hours: 8:45 AM–5:15 PM (weekdays only) 【 Cocotoma Cafe 】 Distribution location: 1F, Friend Building, 5-11-5 Omotecho, Tomakomai City, Hokkaido 053-0022 Phone: 0144-33-1534 Distribution hours: 10:00 AM–9:00 PM (weekends and public holidays only) Closed: New Year holidays (December 29–January 3) *Please note that the facility may be temporarily closed, so check with the venue before you visit.*

【Cafe Chezmoi】 The garden is designed by "Ohanaueru Usagi", and the people, exterior and interior of the store are ♪ wonderful. This café is run by a mother and daughter and serves dishes and sweets based on handmade food. When I ordered the daily lunch, there were many dishes and it was full of volume, and I was full. Seasoning is homely and ❤️ likes ♪ * During busy times, it may be late to serve food, so please allow plenty of time. 📌 40-2 MakubetsuSatsunaiShinkitamachi Nakagawa-gun, Hokkaido TEL 📞0155-56-1810 OPEN11:30〜16:00 Closed Sunday • Monday Instagram @cafe.chezmoi

I rode along the Otofuke Melody Line! That doesn’t mean music plays along the road. (I thought so at first too 😊) The name belongs to a town road connecting TokachigawaOnsen and central Otofuke, and it was named after the “Oto” in Otofuke Town. You’ll find rural scenery typical of Otofuke, a straight road leading toward the mountain range, and sunflower fields in autumn—many lovely views. At about 15 km long, it’s a wonderful road for driving or cycling! Because there are ups and downs, an electric-assist bicycle is recommended for cycling. The tourism association provides assist bicycles! Be sure to try riding the Otofuke Melody Line♬ ⛔Please do not enter the fields.

【Naitai Highland Farm】 About one and a half hours by car from Obihiro Station, we went to the Naitai Highlands, where you can see the ranch scenery typical of Hokkaido. "It is the largest public ranch in Japan, with a total area of about 1,700 ha 358 times the size of Tokyo Dome, where you can see cattle grazing. The carpet of green grass that extends to the horizon and the clean air will completely heal the fatigue of daily life. Near the summit is the "Naitai Terrace", which was newly opened in 2019, and you can enjoy the magnificent view of the ranch from the observation terrace.

It's almost the end of the rainy season?! I wonder The season when the sea of Yanbaru shines green is coming soonToday's 🤗 sea and waterfall are the best 😊

[Hanakaze Flower Scenery and Hana Road] Every year under the title “Hanakaze Flower Scenery,” a riot of colorful flowers welcomes visitors. Stroll slowly through the beautifully decorated hot spring town and enjoy Tokachigawa Onsen. Period: Saturday, June 24 to Sunday, July 23 Location: Tokachigaoka Park / the Tokachigawa Onsen area