【Gathering of Kabu!】
The longest day of the year with the most sunlight.
With the sunrise, about 20 Kabu riders set off from GA.KOPPER Ground.

The "Geshi Kabu" event where Kabu riders gather on the summer solstice.
This year marks the 5th edition!

On Saturday, June 20th, the day before the solstice,
Kabu began to arrive one after another from early afternoon,
and familiar faces greeted each other with lively conversation.

It was a bit chilly that day, with a misty rain falling.
Even so, the chatter among the Kabu riders never ceased…!

As a fire was lit behind GA.KOPPER,
the Kabu riders naturally gathered around,
enjoying a relaxing time with drinks in hand.

At this year's Geshi Kabu,
the word "Geshi" was seen everywhere, on T-shirts, sake barrels, and masu.

Gathered around the fire, both Kabu and people formed a circle,
sipping sake and savoring meat and vegetables.

The loudest cheers erupted when the pizza baked in the earth oven was served.
Instead of "Pizza Hut," the "Kabu Hut" delivered pizzas to participants on Kabu! 🍕

With our stomachs filled,
we danced to the live performance of the Hokkaido Bon Dance and the Geshi Kabu Ondo, and gradually made our way into the room.

The sunrise on the summer solstice was at 3:42 AM.
Despite the fun, everyone had an early departure.

Though we all started off together,
we set off at our own pace in our desired directions.

Thank you for joining us from all over the country!
Let’s meet again at the next Geshi Kabu~ 👋

#Geshi Kabu #Kabu
#GA.KOPPER #Geshi Bashiri