[Snow falling from the roof] This is the first winter spent in a snowy area. I was surprised by the thick snow on the roof. Watching the snow gradually shift and fall It was also refreshing to see. When it comes down, it is fluffy Soft snow as if dancing. But the snow on the roof that has piled up When it falls, it makes a heavy "thump" sound. If it hits a car directly, it will be sticky. As the temperature rises, there is a risk of falling snow. Please be careful.

[Deer stew and bread making] There was information that more than a dozen elementary school students were gathering on a certain holiday. If you take a peek With children measuring and mixing flour and butter Children simmering something in a simmering pot. For stews made with venison I was making croissants! The stew is handmade from brown sauce. Bread seems to be for advanced users, while looking at the recipe with a high level of difficulty Knead the dough. In your spare time, use your face There were also scenes where I enjoyed not having Baba. I forgot to take a picture of the finished dish, but We all enjoyed it.

【Tsudomu Lunch】 Today is a community cafeteria once a month. Write "Shumu" and call it "Tsudomu" Since it is held in the building of the Social Welfare Council It is nicknamed Tsudomu Lunch. Today's menu is tsukemen! The sauce entangled in the thick noodles is delicious. Dessert is In honor of Valentine's Day, it was a chocolate brownie. Next month is 3/13 Wednesday! Thank you for always a delicious lunch!

[Ski lessons] In Hokkaido, during physical education classes There is an area where you can ski. Elementary and junior high schools in Nishiokoppe Village The teacher and the students come to ski together. Skis are left at the lodge at the ski resort. Nishiokoppe lift is Grab the handle with one hand, put the bar on your waist and climb up A bit of a difficult style. It is surprising that there are elementary school students who ride them quickly. Inside the lodge, you will operate a lift There's a janitor.

[Tree education at a nursery school! ] 】 At the end of January, we conducted a tree education project at a nursery school. I sent out an experimental report before. Making works using paper fibers from milk cartons. I will show you a glimpse of the children's work. Just by touching the paper fibers that float fluffily in the water The sound of happy laughter spread throughout the room.

[Melting milk carton] The other day, I came across an experimental site. A lot of milk cartons soaked in a pot. A tree education project promoter who peels it off. If you think about what you're doing, Peel off only the plastic film on the outside of the milk carton. He says he wants to use the inner fibers. Milk cartons soaked in hot water and warmed Silently peel it off and tear it into small pieces. Tear off paper fibers with water Put it in a juice mixer and make it even finer. It's kind of like porridge ... Then, a handful of mushy fibers Expose it to enough water, like using it in a goldfish scoop Scoop it up with poi. After scooping it up, remove the water and shake the poi vigorously. It peels off cleanly from the poi. After that, if you dry it, the round shape of the work is completed. Harden yarn and leaves together, You can also create your own original work.

[Okhotsk Fair held in Chikaho] 2024 has become my buddy Setoushi-kun doll debuts in Sapporo! Over two days on January 24th and 25th, At Sapporo Station Underground Walking Space Chikaho The Okhotsk Fair was held!! Local governments and shops from each region of Okhotsk We set up a booth and exhibited. Milk Design Co., Ltd. from Nishiokoppe Village I've come to Chikaho. Although the weather was very stormy for two days The traffic at Sapporo Station is unceasing. It was also available for those who came from abroad. It was a two-day event supported by nearby booth exhibitors. Thank you very much!

[Screening & Donut Sale] Nishiokoppe Village Guest House, GA. Borrow KOPPER Screenings were held on January 19th and 20th. Wild animals in Hokkaido photographed by photographers. Combined with the music, it was projected on a grand scale It was about 80 minutes of watching them live and die. After the screening on the 20th, We will hold a sales event for handmade sweets such as donuts! Kumasasa chai, royal milk tea, etc. Hot drinks were also very popular. Donuts, chocolates, bagels, cookies... And Cute handmade funny people lined up It sold out in no time before I had time to look at it. Thank you to everyone who came!

[New year, with mochi] A mochitsuki tournament that is held every year at GA.KOPPER! It took place on January 2nd! Guest house guests and villagers While eating rice cakes around one mortar, People who want to relax drink amazake in the cafeteria. White rice cakes, rice cakes with beans and brown rice are lined up. I ate it with seaweed, grated radish, licked mushrooms, red bean paste, and kinako if you liked. One of the most popular dishes for children was chocolate! Eating mochi and chocolate together was an idea I had never had before! According to the timing of making mochi The children watching were jumping with serious faces. It was a healing day. #Nishikobe Village #GA. KOPPER #New Year #Mochi tsuki #Mochi and chocolate #Licked mushrooms and grated radish are delicious

【Ski Resort Open】 The ski resort in Nishikobe Village It opened on January 13th! It seems 😆 that the children in the village were skating immediately On night skiing business days How about a slip at the end of work?

[Screening & Sale of Handmade Sweets] It has been shown in movie theaters in the past A documentary film about wild animals living in Hokkaido called "Living Things" Due to our connection, we decided to hold a screening in Nishikobe Village in January. The venue was a guest house in Nishikobe Village, GA. KOPPER。 The screening schedule is as follows. Friday, January 19 18:00~20:00 January 20 Sat 10:00~12:00 On the 20th, we plan to sell handmade sweets such as donuts. We look forward to seeing you at the screening.

[Nishio Copper Live] December 25 last year, Christmas night. One after another, cars began to stop in front of the guesthouse GA.KOPPER. When I opened the entrance, the first thing that caught my eye was Christmas market. Handmade cookies and bagels are lined up, Several children also helped out at the store. In the cafeteria, where the event was held, the decorations were sparkling. The windows, which were filled with pictures and letters of visitors, were also nice to have taste. While looking at the offerings by "Nishio Copper" An evening where you can relax and enjoy food and drinks. Musical instrument performances, singing and dancing, video presentations, recitation with koto as background music, etc. I was able to see various faces of Nishio Kopper. The pumpkin parfait that I ate after my turn was over It was very tasty. Once again, we are patiently waiting for the day when Nishio Copper will gather.

[Thank you for your support this year! ] 】 The new year has begun, and today is the start of work. With a photo of the first visit at midnight A photo of New Year's Day, which was a good day for a walk. We look forward to seeing you again for another year!

[Nishio Copper Live] December 25, Christmas night. One after another, cars began to stop in front of the guesthouse GA.KOPPER. When I opened the entrance, the first thing that caught my eye was Christmas market. Handmade cookies and bagels are lined up, Several children also helped out at the store. In the cafeteria, where the event was held, the decorations were sparkling. The windows, which were filled with pictures and letters of visitors, were also nice to have taste. While looking at the offerings by "Nishio Copper" An evening where you can relax and enjoy food and drinks. Musical instrument performances, singing and dancing, video presentations, recitation with koto as background music, etc. I was able to see various faces of Nishio Kopper. The pumpkin parfait that I ate after my turn was over It was very tasty. Once again, we are patiently waiting for the day when Nishio Copper will gather.

[I drew a picture on the window of the flower dream! ] 】 Inside the roadside station "Kamu" There are a lot of large windows. Mashiro... Rather than to a transparent canvas The children in the village drew pictures related to Christmas! A child chooses the color of a crayon while looking at a sample picture. A child who boldly runs crayons and creates a masterpiece. A child who draws a character with a friend who draws next to him. At their own pace, they enjoyed drawing on the window as they pleased. It will be on display until Monday, December 25th. Some of the windows were painted by adults with a great sense of design. Please come and enjoy the Christmas spirit.

[Com Christmas] Saturday, December 2 It was a day when the forest art museum "Kimu" was open to the public for free! Children from inside and outside the village gathered Performances by the Nishinaka Brass Band and puppet theater Circle Doremi I enjoyed playing handbells and other instruments. There is also a collaboration between Setoshi and Santa Claus! In the time of old instruments and piano You can experience tuning and playing the piano with the outer frame removed. It was an exciting time for adults to be able to see. Inside the hall of Kimu Because it is decorated with Christmas decorations Please take a look when you stop by.

[Nishio Copper, gather! 】 The people who live in Nishikobe are called "Nishio Copper" in the streets. Live by Nishio Copper, for Nishio Copper I'll be back on December 25th!!! Drinks and snacks are available. Please look forward to the presentation by Nishio Copper. And on this day, special If you bring a sleeping bag, GA. YOU CAN STAY FOR FREE AT KOPPER! Walk-in participation is also welcome. Nishio Copper, and those who don't WOULD YOU LIKE TO SPEND CHRISTMAS NIGHT AT GAKOPPER? #Nishikobe Village #Guest House #GA. KOPPER #NISHIOKOPPER #ニシオコッパー #LIVE

[Dress up in Christmas colors] The symbol of the roadside station "Hanamu", The karakuri organ dolls were dressed up in Christmas-colored clothes. It is usually colored in two colors, orange and green, which are also the theme colors of the village. During the month of December, the orange color changes to red. When you stop by Hanamu Take a peek at the dolls!

[Cooking class by ALT's Laplante Family] In Nishikobe Village, from Alaska Juneau I'm calling an English teacher. On the night of Tuesday, November 28, ALT's wife became the main instructor and a cooking class was held! Participants included nursery school children, elementary school students, junior high school students, and adults from inside and outside the village. Mix people of various ages and form a group. I made cookie decorations and "Qusadilla". ALT Family goes around each group Check how well the sugar and butter are mixed and how the tortillas are baked. Frosting with coloring for each group is When 4 groups of cookies are gathered, it is colorful Individuality also appeared in the design. If you're hungry, before making Quesadilla Crack the cookies. Quesadilla has plenty of cheese and Wrap chicken or vegetables in tortillas if you like. The guacamole made by ALT Family was also excellent. It turned out to be a pleasant and delicious evening. Thank you to everyone who participated! #Nishikobe Village #Cooking Class #ALT #Quesadilla #ButterCream #Frosting #Cookie Decoration #Setoshi Santa

[Teachers' Reading Drama] I spent only three weeks practicing. In a short period of time Elementary and junior high school teachers gather in the gymnasium of the elementary school after work. I was practicing preparatory exercises, vocal exercises, and acting. Recitation theater is the act of telling a story through a recitation while holding a script. "Reading", "speaking aloud", "reading aloud". What is the intention of this line, and to whom is it uttered? How can I read it aloud to reach the audience? With each rehearsal The tone of the teachers' voices that utter the lines More and more, it reached my ears with more and more depth. When it comes to rehearsals on stage Not only for the cast members, but also for the staff There is a sense of tension and elation in the air. Looking back, I think the catch-up in the last week was tremendous. Not only elementary and junior high school students who are students of the teachers, but also I was very happy that people of all ages came to see it. On the stage where the moon rises, Surrounded by the sounds of guitar and violin It was a majestic recitation play. Thank you very much.

【Last day of activity in Korakuen】 Since June, I have been to several activities Maintenance activities in Korakuen. As of November 2 This year's activities have come to an end. In hot weather, I used to go into the pond and scoop up the mud. Even in November, when it gets chilly, I went into the pond. I was raking up fallen leaves. What should I do with the fallen leaves I collected? "That's right, it's a net of onions!" On the head of the boss of the activity group, freak out! It seems to have come. Also on the first day of next year's activities I want to show my face.

[Mini Volleyball Tournament] The contestants are villagers, The referee is also a villager, It is also the villagers who cheer ... A mini-volleyball tournament by the villagers for the villagers! Holding cultural festivals, mini-volleyball tournaments, etc. Even after the summer has passed, there are still lively events. People you don't usually see exercising Running after the ball, Sliding where it doesn't make sense. They also take turns as referees and scorers. Even though there were all of them at the opening ceremony Everyone was looking forward to a drinking party called a reflection meeting There were only about half of the people left for the closing ceremony. Thank you to everyone who participated!

【Kimu Christmas】 At the forest art museum "Komu", We will hold a Christmas festival!! Only on this day Admission is free for everyone. While enjoying the inside of the facility of Kimu Don't miss each event. The museum is open from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. < Event Schedule> 11 o'clock~ Nishikobe Junior High School Brass Band Club Concert 13 o'clock ~ Puppet show circle and gifts from Santa Claus 14:00~ Christmas Concert with Ancient Instruments and Piano To the dream of a tree colored by Christmas Please come and visit us!

[Christmas Window Art in Hanamu] A joint project by the new and old regional revitalization cooperation team in charge of tourism in Nishikobe Village! In the large window in the Hanamu Hall, elementary and junior high school students in the village We held an event to draw pictures related to Christmas. There will be an exhibition period for about two weeks. Why don't you visit the flower dream colored by Christmas pictures? We look forward to seeing you there. Event date and time: December 9 Sat 10:00~11:30 Target: Elementary and junior high school students in the village Capacity: about 15 people Participation fee: Free Application deadline: Thursday, November 30 until 5 p.m. Exhibition Period: December 9 Sat ~ December 25 Mon

[Villagers Cultural Festival 2023] "There's a village culture festival in November," he said. I can't believe there is such a festival...! I was surprised. In Nishikobe Village, a cultural festival was held over three days. November 1~2 is only on display, On the 3rd, there will be a presentation in the community center area, an award ceremony, and a stage presentation. The hotel that is the venue is connected to the community center and library. In the library area, a used book market was held. Sometimes, the books that the villagers give away end up in the hands of the villagers who are close to them. While enjoying exhibitions such as ikebana and pictures and letters In the tea room, I was able to taste Japanese sweets and tea. This year, for the first time, There was also a recitation by the puppet theater Circle Doremi and a storytelling of picture books. Surrounded by sunlight shining through the ceiling window I gradually became immersed in the world of spoken word plays and picture books. In addition to volunteer bands, junior high school brass bands, and piano performances on stage, In Nishikobe Village, the standard "flash mental arithmetic" was performed by children who attend the abacus class. For adults, it is a valuable place to make presentations. It was a cultural festival full of excitement and excitement.

[Reading by teachers] Have you ever seen a spoken word play? In Nishikobe Village There is one elementary school and one junior high school. This time, teachers from both schools will gather for a recitation play. The subject is the picture book "Otsuki no Momoiro". Written by: Miyoko Matsutani Illustration: Fumihide Iguchi With the voices of the teachers Live music by guitar and violin, combined with lighting that conveys the colors of the picture book, expresses the story. Villagers who have been involved in theater for many years will direct the play. I'm practicing hard. Please come and visit us. Date: Saturday, November 18, 2023 Open 14:00 / Start 14:30 Location: Plum Hall of Nishikobe Village Community Center Admission: Free all seats are free 　* The performance time is scheduled to be around 30 minutes.

[Enjoy Falloween! ] 】 Before you know it, it's November. There are less than two months left in this year. Today took place the other day, October 28th Report ^O^ on the "Fa" Rowin event in Nishiokoppe Village Puppet Theater Circle Doremi and ALT Families Trying to make children happy The venue was decorated with enthusiasm from the day before. If you hold it down for 10 seconds, you can get a tattoo sticker that will color your skin. bowling rolling pumpkins, etc. The ALT family game corner was a great success! In the puppet show, there is a scene where darts come out. We asked the audience to throw sweets. I wonder if the sweets stick properly in practice, I was worried that everyone would throw it. I'm glad so many sweets stuck together! Holding a bag with their own drawings At the end, we went around each spot to get sweets. I'm looking forward to next year's Falloween!

【Making bean dishes】 Greenwoodwork is becoming an annual tradition in Nishiokoppe Village. I participated in the bean dish making session. First, choose whether to use china or yellowfin wood. Cut with a saw and split in half. Next, to the thickness you like The wood was cut while sandwiching it with a special device sharpening horse and sen. This dedicated instrument is Depending on the thickness and length of the wood, the angle may be changed or the position of the sandwich may be changed. The grass cutting instructor is using it brilliantly, and even just watching the model work It was a lot of fun. Once the thickness can be adjusted Carve it with a chisel to give the plate depth. Depending on the carving, a wave pattern was created, and here too, individuality was visible. Round and square shapes, also for size and depth The commitment of each of them is evident.

[PR in Asahikawa West Aeon! ] 】 October 21-22 At AEON MALL West in Asahikawa City, We have been doing PR for Nishiokoppe Village. Entitled "Come on! Set up a booth on the side of the escalator on the first floor Together with the people of the Hokkaido Shimbun Kitami Branch, we will appeal to Nishiokoppe! The Nishiokoppe is called "Komu" Playing with wooden playground equipment, watching woodwork, sometimes making... There are indoor facilities where you can do such a thing. This time from there I brought a wooden sandbox! It is full of wooden balls and looks like a pool. From small children to adults We went into the sandbox and tasted the feel of the wood together! ^^! And what was appreciated by various people was After all, Setoushi-kun appeared! If you're lucky, It seems that I was also able to meet Setoushi who plays real guitar. Thank you for taking the questionnaire Thank you to everyone who participated in the lottery!

【Heal at Burari Cafe】 "Burari Cafe" open by reservation only On Sunday, October 15 With a finger yoga and hand massage teacher Burari Cafe has opened! Tomiyo is making lunch While feeling the delicious aroma I experienced a hand massage. It seemed that stiffness had accumulated on the back of the hand and fingertips. When loosened, the movement of the hand becomes smoother I feel like it has become. After your hands are full, Niokoppe ingredients are included. Enjoy lunch! It is said that a little butter was mixed in. The cane rice was also exquisite. Because finger yoga could not participate I hope to find opportunities and experience them. You can talk with other participants in a relaxed manner It was a cozy space.