Tokachi is an area made up of 19 municipalities, including the central city of Obihiro.
- 19 municipalities in Tokachi -
Obihiro City, Otofuke, Shihoro Town, Kamishihoro Town, Shikaoi Town, Shintoku Town, Shimizu Town, Memuro Town, Naka Satsunai Village, Sarabetsu Village, Taiki Town, Hiroo Town, Makubetsu, Ikeda Town, Toyokoro Town, Honbetsu Town, Ashoro, Rikubetsu Town, Urahoro Town
It is an attractive area that harmonizes vast nature with gastronomy, hot springs, sightseeing spots, etc.
We will introduce plenty of information about Tokachi, so thank you.
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Tokachi Tourism Federation posted.
Notice for Bicycle Rentals 📣
Cycling in Toyokorocho offers a variety of courses, from routes that run through the Tokachi Plain to serene hilly areas and expansive coastlines. 😊
Additionally, the Ōtsu District, located at the mouth of the Tokachi River, is known as the "birthplace of Tokachi" and is rich in history. Surrounded by abundant waters such as Yudo Swamp, Lake Chobushi, the Tokachi River, and Otsu Coast, you might even encounter some wild birds. 🚲
For detailed courses, please refer to the "Toyokorocho Cycling Map" available on the Toyokorocho tourism website.
Enjoy comfortable cycling while feeling the pleasant autumn breeze! 🤗
🔶Rental Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
🔶Closed: Tuesdays
🔶Rental Fees
・Cross Bike: 2,000 yen for up to 4 hours / 4,000 yen for up to 8 hours / Extension fee (per hour) 500 yen
・MTB (Electric Assist): 4,000 yen for up to 4 hours / 8,000 yen for up to 8 hours / Extension fee (per hour) 1,000 yen
*For long-term rentals, please consult us.
🔶Options
・Drop-off Fee: From 1,000 yen (Toyokoro Station, Toyokoro Bussan Chokubai-sho, Obihiro Station, etc.) Consultation required.
・On-site Rental: 1,000 yen × Number of days
🔶User Guide
・Application: Please fill out the application form with the required information and present an identification document (driver's license, student ID, passport, etc.).
・Reservation: Reservations can be made via phone, fax, or email until 5:00 PM the day before business.
*If you do not receive a reply from us via email, your reservation has not been confirmed.
For urgent matters, please call us directly to make a reservation.
*Please send your driver's license or similar documents in advance via fax or email.
・Age Requirement: If customers under 18 are using the service alone, a guardian's consent form is required.
・Cancellation: Cancellations are accepted by phone only.
・Cancellation Fees: Free up to 2 days before. 50% of the rental fee for the day before. 100% of the rental fee for the same day or no notice.
🔶Contact: Kokoroco Co., Ltd. TEL: 015-578-7202
https://www.toyokoro.jp/site/kanko/4744.html...
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Tokachi Tourism Federation posted.
Event Announcement 📣
The "49th Makubetsu Industrial Festival," one of the two major autumn festivals in Makubetsu Town, will be held on Sunday, October 4th 😊
This event celebrates the autumn harvest.
On the day, the festival will kick off with a spectacular performance by the Makubetsu Cultural Club featuring the "Hōjō Taiko" drums ✨✨
The stage will showcase performances by the Makubetsu Junior Jazz School and the Satsunai Junior High School Brass Band 🎵 Additionally, enjoy a fun impersonation show by Kame-chan, as well as a luxurious stage featuring trumpet performances and songs with talk by Nobuyoshi Kuwano 🎵🎵
Moreover, there will be a "Park Golf Enjoyment Tournament," unique to Makubetsu Town, the birthplace of park golf!
In addition, there will be plenty of activities for everyone, from children to adults, including a fire truck display, fire extinguishing experience, and the "Hokkaido Vintage Car Festival" 😍
Other attractions include a fresh vegetable sale by the local agricultural cooperative, tastings and sales of Makubetsu beef, as well as a festival organized by the Chamber of Commerce Youth Division, featuring games that everyone can participate in and enjoy.
Additionally, those who participate in JA Makubetsu's "Vegetable Packing Challenge" will receive a carton of milk as part of the milk consumption expansion campaign!‼
We invite you to come out with your family 🤗
🔶Date: Sunday, October 4, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 2:20 PM
🔶Location: Special venue in front of the Makubetsu Town Centennial Memorial Hall
*The event will proceed even in light rain.
🔶Contact Information
49th Makubetsu Industrial Festival Executive Committee Office (Makubetsu Town Hall Commerce and Tourism Division)
TEL: 0155-54-6606 (Monday to Friday)
TEL: 0155-54-2111 (Weekends and Holidays)
http://www.makubetsu.jp/kankobussankyokai/?p=8613...
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Tokachi Tourism Federation posted.
Event Announcement📣
On Sunday, October 4th, we will hold the "Michi-no-Eki Fair 2026" in Nakasatsunaimura😊
This event is held at "Roadside Station Nakasatsunai" on the first Sunday of October to express our gratitude to those who use the roadside station✨✨
At the venue, we have a variety of family-friendly activities including pony cart rides, wood learning experiences, an insect exhibition, handprint art, an exciting street performance show, kids' dance, and a quiz about the Hidaka Mountain Range🎵
Additionally, a local delicious food market featuring autumn flavors and food trucks will gather together‼
Moreover, there will be fun events like "unlimited vegetable packing" and a "lottery draw," as well as a rock-paper-scissors tournament with Nakasatsunaimura's character "Pitan"😍
At the same time, we will also hold a Michi-no-Eki Fair SNS campaign.
Follow Nakasatsunai Village Tourism Association X (@nakasatsunaikan) to enter the campaign!
For more details, please check the application post that will be announced on Sunday, October 4th at 10:00 AM.
Let's enjoy the autumn harvest by eating and playing a lot at Roadside Station Nakasatsunai🤗
🔶Date and Time: Sunday, October 4th, 2026, 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
*Will be held even in light rain
🔶Venue: Special venue on the north side of Roadside Station Nakasatsunai
🔶Contact: Nakasatsunai Village Tourism Association TEL: 0155-68-3390
https://kankou-nakasatsunai.com/event-list/page-1313/...
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Tokachi Tourism Federation posted.
Event Announcement📣
On October 4th (Sunday), a major event celebrating the autumn of Otofuke Town, "Local Produce SHOW & Food Education Minori-mu Festa Otofuke 2026," will be held 😊
This year, it will take place at two venues, featuring sales of delicious local food and agricultural products, and experience corners filled with activities for both children and adults 🎵
There will be a variety of performances, including a town PR by high school students from Otofuke's sister town, Karumai Town in Iwate Prefecture, a music live show by the Otofuke regional revitalization cooperation team, rhythmic gymnastics, a rock-paper-scissors tournament with chances to win "Otofuke Suzuran Wagyu," and a photo session with local mascots‼
Additionally, you can enjoy limited menu items and BBQ featuring Wagyu in preparation for the "National Wagyu Ability Competition Hokkaido Tournament" to be held in Otofuke and Obihiro City next August 😍
Other activities include making American dogs, crafting wool mascots, a traditional festival, and a bouncy dome, ensuring plenty of fun for children. The event will be filled with local gourmet food and agricultural product sales, making it a day full of enjoyment ✨✨
Moreover, there will be a fun lottery where you can win local specialties and Tokachi River hot spring accommodation vouchers 🎵
When you shop at "Roadside Station Otofuke," "Ryugyoku Sweetpea Garden," "Food and Merchandise Corner," or "Experience Corner (paid)," you will receive one lottery ticket for every 1,000 yen spent (one entry per draw)!
*Note: Lottery tickets will be distributed until they run out.
Please come and experience the charm of Otofuke Town at this event 🤗
[Important Notice]
*We kindly ask that you refrain from bringing pets into the venue.
🔶Date and Time: October 4, 2026 (Sunday) 10:00 AM - 2:30 PM
🔶Venue: Roadside Station Otofuke "Natsuzora no Furusato" / Former Hokuren Tokachi District Livestock Market
*A free shuttle bus will operate at the venue.
*Those using the free shuttle bus will receive one fun lottery ticket and a pocket tissue as a gift.
🔶Contact: Minori-mu Festa Executive Committee (Otofuke Town Hall, Commerce and Tourism Division, Industrial Promotion Section)
TEL: 0155-42-2111
https://www.town.otofuke.hokkaido.jp/kanko/oshirase/2025minoriimu.html...
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Tokachi Tourism Federation posted.
Event Announcement📣
On Saturday, October 3rd, the 8th Tokachi Shimizu Garlic and Meat Festival will be held! 😊
This event is all about enjoying the local specialties of Shimizu Town: garlic and meat! 🎵
At the venue, you can savor garlic dishes such as deep-fried garlic, garlic zangy, long yam garlic rice cakes, and sweets made with black garlic, along with local gourmet delights like Tokachi Wakaushi and Gyū Toro Don. 😍
Additionally, we will have the "Milk Consumption Expansion Project" and "Sugar Consumption Expansion Project" where everyone can drink and eat together! ✨✨
Moreover, there will be plenty of attractions for children!‼
You can enjoy a ride on a fire truck and a police car, experience riding the Type 96 wheeled armored vehicle from the Self-Defense Forces, try on firefighter and Self-Defense Forces uniforms for free, and enjoy a bouncy slide, making it a fun day for the whole family! 🎵🎵
Currently, we are selling set tickets for the Tokachi Wakaushi BBQ (350g) with Tokachi Shimizu garlic ajillo.
Advance tickets: 1,800 yen, Day-of tickets: 2,000 yen (includes chopsticks, plates, and sauce)
Many luxurious prizes will be drawn from among ticket purchasers!
Since it’s on a Saturday, let’s enjoy the exquisite garlic and meat gourmet without worrying about the next day! 🤗
🔶Advance Ticket Outlets
・Shimizu Town Hall (Agriculture and Forestry Division, Mikage Branch)
・JA Tokachi Shimizu (Head Office Planning Office, Mikage Branch)
・Shimizu Town Chamber of Commerce
・Ticket Pia
🔶Contact Information
・Shimizu Town Hall Agriculture and Forestry Division TEL: 0156-62-2112
・JA Tokachi Shimizu Planning Office TEL: 0156-62-2167
https://www.town.shimizu.hokkaido.jp/section/07/details/post_87.html...
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Tokachi Tourism Federation posted.
Notice of the Hitomeguri Train Operation 📣
From September 28th to November 4th, the special charter train "HOKKAIDO LOVE! Hitomeguri" will operate, taking you on a tour of autumn in Hokkaido 😊
This train, using JR Hokkaido's limited express cars "Lavender" and "Hamanasu" formations, will have JAL flight attendants, the "JAL Furusato Ambassadors" and "JAL Furusato Supporters" on board, providing various hospitality services such as original onboard announcements and window guides to enhance your travel experience ✨✨
Every year, we welcome tour guests at Obihiro Station 🎵
This year, we will hold a joint welcome event with Makubetsu Town, where the town's mascot character "Pao-kun" is also expected to join us in cheering 🎵
Among the tour options, there is a course that allows you to stay at the famous "Moor Hot Springs," known for its beautiful waters, so please enjoy the rich scenery and gourmet food of Tokachi 😍
If you see the "Hitomeguri" train along the line or at the station, please wave and support the creation of travel memories 🤗
May your journey through autumn Hokkaido become a wonderful page of memories for everyone ✨✨
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Tokachi Tourism Federation posted.
Event Announcement📣
On Sunday, September 27th, the 51st Urahoro Furusato Minori Festival will be held! 😊
This event is a grand harvest festival celebrating the autumn bounty of crops.
The day will kick off with a spectacular opening show by the Urahoro Junior High School Brass Band and Miracle Beans. ✨
On stage, we will present a musical show featuring Junretsu and Fujii Kaai. 🎵🎵
Additionally, there will be exciting events such as the annual "Minori Maki" (mochi throwing) with luxurious prizes, a thrilling "Autumn Flavor Catching" contest, and a stamp rally with local specialties to win! 😍
There will also be fun activities for children, including firewood splitting, woodworking crafts, and a ride-along experience in a high-altitude work vehicle!‼
Local gourmet foods and food trucks will gather at the venue, allowing you to enjoy delicious menus.
Moreover, we will hold a photo campaign where you can win Urahoro local products by submitting photos taken during the festival.
We invite you to come with your family and friends! 🤗
【Important Request】About the mochi for Minori Maki
The popular "Minori Maki" has seen instances where collected mochi are being discarded in large quantities at garbage stations. This mochi is handmade with care by the townspeople, who put in great effort to prepare it for everyone. We kindly ask that you take the mochi you collect home with you and enjoy it deliciously. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
🔶Date and Time: September 27, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 3:20 PM *Rain or shine
🔶Venue: Urahoro Forest Park
🔶Parking: Due to congestion in parking areas near the venue, please use the free shuttle bus from Urahoro Town Hall.
🔶Contact: Urahoro Tourism Association TEL: 015-576-2181 (within the Industry Division of the Town Hall)
https://www.urahoro.jp/administration/?content=3447...
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Tokachi Tourism Federation posted.
Introducing the Tourism EXPO Japan – Hokkaido Tokachi Booth
The charm of Tokachi lies in its overwhelming scale of nature 😊
From spring to autumn, vibrant flowers bloom beautifully, allowing you to leisurely stroll through colorful gardens and enjoy luxurious moments at cafes within the area 🎵
For those seeking active fun, there are plenty of outdoor activities to enjoy, including rafting, canoeing, hot air balloon rides, horseback riding, and mountain climbing! There are also many campgrounds in the area, providing a fulfilling outdoor experience ✨✨
In winter, Tokachi can get as cold as minus 20 degrees Celsius. This harsh cold creates a fantastical winter landscape, and you can enjoy special winter-only events and activities that utilize snow and ice 😍
For relaxation during your travels, Tokachi is known for its beautiful hot springs, including the renowned 'moor hot springs,' which offers a rich variety of water types and abundant hot spring sources.
Additionally, Tokachi, known for its sauna culture, hosts 'Avanto' in winter, where they cut through the frozen lake surface to create a water bath. Experience the ultimate 'totonoi' that refreshes both body and mind.
Moreover, you can enjoy unique equestrian culture experiences, such as the only 'Ban'ei horse racing' in the world and the 'Horse-drawn Carriage BAR' that tours the nightlife of Obihiro City 🎵
Please come visit the Tokachi booth!!
We look forward to seeing you all 🤗
https://www.t-expo.jp//
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Tokachi Tourism Federation posted.
Event Announcement📣
On Sunday, September 27th, the 23rd Shintoku New Soba Festival will be held! 😊
The highlight of the Shintoku New Soba Festival is the opportunity to enjoy the "four freshly prepared soba"—"freshly harvested," "freshly milled," "freshly made," and "freshly boiled!"
At the "Soba Yatai Village," local soba shops and soba-making groups will gather 🎵
Each shop will offer fragrant new soba with their specially crafted dipping sauces and toppings✨✨
In addition to soba, you can also savor local specialties such as "Shintoku Chicken Grilled over Charcoal" and "Grilled Shiitake Mushrooms." After your meal, indulge in desserts like crepes made with buckwheat flour and rich soft serve ice cream, fully experiencing the flavors of Shintoku! 😍
Also, the festival's traditional "Wanko Soba Competition" will be held this year! 🎵
Teams of two (one eater and one server) will compete to see how many bowls they can eat in two minutes.
🔸Competition Time: Starts at 11:30 on the day
🔸How to Participate: Registration starts at 10:00 on the day
*Registration takes about one hour, and participation as a pair is required. Solo participation is not allowed.
If there are many applicants, a lottery will be held. Thank you for your understanding in advance.
🔸Categories: Parent-Child Pair (6 pairs; children must be elementary school age or younger)
Adult Pair (12 pairs)
This is a great opportunity to enjoy delicious new soba in a fun way!
Why not team up with your child, friends, or family to participate?
We look forward to seeing you all! 🤗
🔶Date: Sunday, September 27, 2026, from 10:00 to 14:00
*The event will proceed rain or shine
🔶Venue: Shintoku Town Health and Welfare Center "Nagomi" Front Parking Lot
🔶Parking Information
・Temporary Parking Lot 1 (for Asahikawa direction): Shintoku Sports Park Athletic Stadium (No shuttle bus)
・Temporary Parking Lot 2 (for Obihiro direction): Hokkaido Shintoku High School (Free shuttle bus available every 10 minutes)
Shuttle Bus: (Parking Lot → Venue) First bus at 9:10, last bus at 14:20
(Venue → Parking Lot) First bus at 9:20, last bus at 14:30
・Temporary Parking Lot 3 (for disabled persons): Behind Shintoku Town Hall (Limited spaces available)
🔶Contact: Shintoku New Soba Festival Executive Committee Office
(Shintoku Town Commerce and Tourism Division) TEL: 0156-64-0522
https://www.shintoku-town.jp/sangyou_kankou/kankou/shinsoba/...
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Tokachi Tourism Federation posted.
Event Announcement 📣
On September 27th (Sunday), the "2026 Onneto Story" adventure to enjoy with all five senses will take place in Ashoro Town 😊
This event allows you to refresh both your mind and body while surrounded by the pristine forests of Onneto 🎵
On the day, we will offer a variety of programs to fully enjoy the great outdoors‼
You can enjoy forest bathing on the trails of Onneto and learn about the mysteries hidden among the trees and the waterfalls in our "Nature Interaction Classroom," as well as participate in workshops to connect with wood alongside wood education masters 🎵
Additionally, this year, students from Hokkaido Ashoro High School will participate.
They will host a "Quiz Rally" featuring the attractions of Onneto and Ashoro, and sell selected recommended products from Ashoro 😍 We kindly ask for your cooperation in completing a survey on the day.
Moreover, in a one-day-only "Forest Art Museum" set up in the display space of the forest, you can view the entries and award-winning works from the 2025 Onneto Photo Contest ✨✨
We are also currently accepting submissions for the Onneto Photo Contest 😍
We are looking for seasonal landscape photos that allow you to feel the rich nature around Onneto.
The submission deadline is October 31st (Saturday).
Enjoy delicious local cuisine and listen to a pleasant forest concert, forgetting the busyness of everyday life as you spend a relaxing autumn day 🤗
🔶 Date: September 27, 2026 (Sunday) 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM (held in light rain)
🔶 Venue: Onneto National Camping Ground
🔶 Free shuttle bus service
・Departure 8:30 AM (Ashoro Roadside Station Ginga Hall 21)
・Return 2:00 PM (Onneto National Camping Ground)
🔶 Contact: Ashoro Tourism Association TEL: 0156-25-6131
https://www.town.ashoro.hokkaido.jp/kanko/news/2026/onneto_2026.html...
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