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

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!

How do you do. Niikappu Tourism Association. Located in the central part of the Hidaka area in southern Hokkaido, Niikappu is an attractive town where you can enjoy the beautiful nature of the four seasons, unique sightseeing spots, and delicious gourmet food. Niikappu is also known as a production area for famous horses such as "Hi Seiko" and "Narita Bryan", and it is also a cultural town where horses and music live together. In COOL JAPAN VIDEOS's first post, we will introduce the charm of the thoroughbred and music town of Niikappu. First of all, the weather in Niikappu is refreshing and pleasant in summer, and bitterly cold in winter, but there is relatively little snow. In the four seasons of nature, you can refresh your mind and body. At the Niikappu, you can enjoy fresh seafood and dishes made with local vegetables. Please try local specialties such as peppers and asparagus, which boast the highest shipment volume in Hokkaido. The bell pepper soft-serve ice cream sold at "Roadside Station Thoroughbred Road Niikappu" is also very popular. In addition, the roadside station sells boxed sweets, cute horse goods, and handmade goods that are perfect for souvenirs, so you can experience the local taste and culture. There are hotels in Niikappu where you can stay comfortably while watching the beautiful sunset over the Pacific Ocean. Please spend a relaxing time in a quiet environment surrounded by nature. There are also plenty of campsites, so you can enjoy the great nature of Hokkaido. In particular, at the Judgekankan Forest Park, you can enjoy not only a campsite surrounded by nature, but also various activities such as Cape Judge with a view of the Pacific Ocean, a promenade, and field athletics. In addition, the "Les Cords Museum", a tourist attraction that is irresistible for music lovers, exhibits antique records and musical instruments with historical value, and you can feel the historical value. At the observation room of Yujun Tower in the center, you can enjoy the view of the Pacific Ocean and the city from a height of 25 meters above the ground while drinking coffee and other drinks, and spend a relaxing time by looking at exhibits such as souvenirs of racehorses produced in the Niikappu. We will deliver information on Niikappu's attractive sightseeing spots, gourmet food, hotels, nature, etc. to everyone.