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    • Press Release / Government / Public
    • 2026/02/26 (Thu)
    Vivinavi Nihonbashi

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    Edo's chic, Akasaka is decorated with color - "Akasaka Akane Saisai" will be held for the first time from February 28 (Sat.) ！.

    In order to further attract domestic and foreign tourists, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government supports areas that create townscapes with an Edo-style atmosphere and refine content utilizing Edo culture and traditions.
    We are pleased to announce that the Akasaka area's initiative adopted this year, "Akasaka Akanesai\," will be held for the first time from February 28, 2010.


    Outline of "Akasaka Akanesai"
    Akasaka, which flourished as a castle town under Tokugawa Yoshimune in the Edo period, still retains many historical ・ cultural resources such as Edo style floats and flower street culture.
    "Akasaka Akanesai" will take advantage of these local resources to create an Edo-style landscape with different expressions during the day and at night by decorating the streets of Akasaka with Akane-iro noren curtains, paper lanterns, and paper lanterns.

    During the period, various events to "see ・ walk ・ experience" Edo culture will be held at various locations in Akasaka.
    At the opening, there will be a gorgeous Akasaka parade with Edo floats, ladder-riding ・ and kimono-wearing ・, dances by Akasaka geiko, rakugo, Japanese musical instrument performances, tea ceremony experience, kimono dressing experience, and other events for all ages and nationalities to enjoy ・. > Free admission to this hands-on event of Edo culture.

    In addition, "Akasaka Akane Sai" is a public-private partnership initiative led by the Akasaka Akane Council, which is comprised of local community development organizations, businesses, and residents.
    The event is more than just an event; it aims to connect the history and culture of Akasaka to the future, and to create a new model for urban tourism that allows visitors to experience the "real Edo atmosphere" as an extension of their daily lives.

    A time to encounter the culture passed down through the ages in Akasaka, the heart of Tokyo ・. Akasaka Akanesai" brings the charm of Tokyo that has yet to be discovered to all who visit.

    Details of the event
    Period
    February 28, 2026 (Sat.) ～

    The streets of Akasaka will be decorated with Edo scenery
    1. Stores in Akasaka area will be decorated with noren (bamboo blinds), lanterns and paper lanterns to create the atmosphere of Edo

    Akane-colored "noren" curtains with an Edo-style appearance
    2. "Andon" lanterns installed in restaurants and other stores to illuminate Akasaka in the evening with warm light


    Lighting up the night in Akasaka with "Andon" lanterns
    3. Akasaka Akane-sai flags will be displayed on Akasaka-dori, Itsuki-dori, Tamachi-dori, and Esplanade-dori, and the whole town will be dyed in Akane colors


    The unified Akasaka Akane-sai flag is a grand sight
    See the list of stores installing scenic creation items
    . Opening Ceremony
    ・ February 28th (Sat.) 10:45 ～ @ Hitotsugi Dori, Esplanade Dori, Misuzu Dori, Akasaka Dori

    Akasaka Parade （ Floats parade ）, Japanese drum performance, "Magumi" by head group Ladder Riding ・ Wooden Carriage ・ Makiwari

    Akasaka Parade route here
    ・ Feb 28th(土) 13:00 ～ @ TBS Akasaka BLITZ studio

    Ceremony event opening, Guests of Honor ・ Greetings from the related parties

    Event to appreciate Edo culture *Free admission
    February 28 (Sat.)13:00 ～
    Akasaka Geiko dance, Aida geisha, Folk songs ・ Tsugaru shamisen performance, Tezuma(magic trick)， Koto performance, Rakugo
    @ TBS Akasaka BLITZ Studio



    Japanese Drum Performance, Calligraphy Performance, Lion Dance, Nankin Tamasudare ・ Paper Show, Killing Demonstration, Folk Song ・ Tsugaru Shamisen, Chin-Dong Shop

    @ Akasaka Sacas Plaza

    March 1 (Sun.) 13:00 ～
    Children's Kabuki, Folk Songs ・ Tsugaru Shamisen, Tezuma-gyo (magic tricks), Aida Geisha, Rakugo

    @ TBS Akasaka BLITZ Studio

    Calligraphy performance, Nankin Tamasudare ・ Paper theater, Killing demonstration, Folk songs ・ Tsugaru Shamisen, Chindon-ya

    @ Akasaka Sacas Plaza

    March 7 (Saturday)
    14:00 ～ 16:00(doors open 13:00 30)

    "Katsumi Kaishu and Akasaka" Lecture at Sun ・ Sun Akasaka

    A historical lecture on the life and achievements of Katsumi Kaishu will be given by his grandson and a researcher.

    *Please register at the link below.

    Click here to register
    Akane Dyeing Experience @ Akasaka Hikawa Shrine

    *Registration has been closed as we have reached capacity due to popular demand.

    March 8(日)
    16:00 ～ "Edo Concert" Performed by Tokyo College of Music

    @ TBS Akasaka BLITZ Studio

    17:00 ～ Edo Bon Dance, Akasaka Akanebayashi performance

    @ Akasaka Sacas Plaza

    Feb. 28 (Sat.) ～
    Hikawa float display ・ Edo type float doll display ・ All Akasaka town council lantern display

    @ Akasaka Biz Tower, office building 1F

    Hanten ・ Akasaka geisha kimono exhibit

    @ Akasaka Biz Tower, commercial facility 2F

    Event to experience Edo culture *Free admission except for food and drink February 28 (Sat) ・ March 1 (Sun)
    Experience rickshaw ride, wearing furisode kimono, Edo games, tea ceremony, calligraphy workshop, make-up with shading, Edo food and drink event

    @ Akasaka Sacas Plaza
    [Food and Drink Event of Edo Food Culture List of Stores]

    Store Name

    Description of Stores

    Store Address

    Sakara

    Soba

    3-11-7 Akasaka, Minato-ku

    Sanjuro

    Sushi

    6-2-6 Akasaka, Minato-ku

    Miyagawa Honden Akasaka Miyagawa
    Eel bowl

    4-13, Akasaka 5-chome, Minato-ku, Tokyo

    Akasaka Akane Council

    Beef pot ・ Oden

    －

    Hoppy Beverage Co

    Beverage

    15-12, Akasaka 2-chome, Minato-ku, Tokyo

    Libertables

    Edo sweets

    6-24, Akasaka 2-chome, Minato-ku, Tokyo
    March 8(日)
    Rickshaw Ride, Kimono Dressing Experience, Food and Drink Event

    @ Akasaka Sacas Plaza

    [Food and Drink Event List of Stores]

    Store Name
    Store

    Store Address

    Akasaka Marushige

    Oden

    2F 2-14-8 Akasaka Minato-ku

    Ginza Fukuyoshi Akasaka

    Takoyaki

    6-13-19 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo

    Bar91's

    Beverages ・ Karaage

    6-11-11 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo 13 B1F

    aLuca

    sweet

    3-6-10 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo

    February 28 (Sat.) ～ March 29 (Sun.)
    Akasaka Rally Edo Sasuke

    "Edo × SASUKE × Mystery Solving" event will be held for the first time, in which participants will solve puzzles while touring famous places in Akasaka ！

    *Event Schedule ・ Performers Content and other details are subject to change.

    *Events may be cancelled in case of rain, please check the official website for the latest information.

    *Food and beverage events are charged.

    Main Scenic Spots and Event Venues ・ Access

    [Akasaka Sacas Plaza] 5-3-6 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo 107-0052, Japan
    Direct connection from Akasaka Station on Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line

    Tokyo Metro Ginza Line ・ Marunouchi Line "Akasaka-mitsuke Station" 8 min. walk from Exit 10

    Tokyo Metro Ginza Line ・ Nanboku Line "Tameike-sanno Station" 7 min. walk from Exit 7

    [TBS Akasaka BLITZ Studio] 107- 3-2, Akasaka 5-chome, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan
    Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line "Akasaka Station" 1 min. walk from Exit 3b

    Tokyo Metro Ginza Line ・ Marunouchi Line "Akasaka-mitsuke Station" 8 min. walk from Exit 10

    Tokyo Metro Ginza Line 7 min walk from Exit 7 of Tameike-sanno Station on Namboku Line

    [Akasaka Biz Tower] 3-1, Akasaka 5-chome, Minato-ku, Tokyo 107-0052, Japan
    Direct connection to Akasaka Station on Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line
    Tokyo Metro Ginza Line ・ Marunouchi Line Mitsuke Station" Exit 11
    Tokyo Metro Ginza Line ・ Namboku Line "Tameike-sanno Station" Exit 11, 6 min. walk

    [Akasaka Hikawa Shrine] 6-10-12 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo 107-0052, Japan
    Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line "Akasaka Station" 5

    Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line ・ Toei Subway Oedo Line "Roppongi" Station Exit 7
    Tokyo Metro Namboku Line "Roppongi-itchome" Station Exit 1
    Tokyo Metro Ginza Line ・ Namboku Line "Tameike Sanno" Station Exit 12
    Toei bus stop "Roppongi 4-chome"

    [Sun ・ Sun Akasaka] 6-6-14 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo 107-0052, Japan
    Tokyo Metro Chiyoda line "Akasaka station" 3a ・ 3b ・ 5 minutes walk from exit 4 Tokyo Metro Ginza Line ・ 10 min. walk from Exit 12 of Tameike-Sanno Station on Namboku Line

    "Akasaka Akane-Sai" Web site
    For the location of the landscape creation and event details, please visit "Akasaka Akane-Sai" Web site.

    https://edojoucho.com/

    "Akasaka Akanesai" Web site link

    Contact
    General inquiries about the "Edo Emotion Landscape Creation Project" Tokyo Metropolitan Government Bureau of Industrial and Labor Affairs, Tourism Department, Promotion Division, Representative Number ： 03-5000-7319

    About "Akasaka Akanesai"
    Akasaka Akane Council Secretariat ： 080-3874-9677 （ Weekdays 10am ～ 17:00 ） weekdays

    • Press Release / Government / Public
    • 2026/02/26 (Thu)
    Vivinavi Fukaya

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    ～ One of the largest indoor playgrounds in Saitama Prefecture ～ "Kodomo Fukka Park" （ Fukaya City ） April 1, 2026 （ Water ） Open

    Fukaya City （ Saitama Prefecture, Mayor ： Susumu Kojima ） has established "Kodomo Fukka Park" （ Fukaya City Children's Center ）, one of the largest indoor play facilities in the prefecture and the first in the city, for the purpose of creating an attractive base to support sound development of children and child-rearing, on April 1, 2026 （ Wed. ） will open on April 1, 2026. In conjunction with this, we will hold previews on March 14 （ Sat ） and March 15 （ Sun ）, where anyone, both within and outside the city, can tour the facility.


    [Interior view of Kodomo Fukka Park]
    Fukaya City has been promoting the construction of the Fukaya City Children's Center, aiming to create a new base for the sound upbringing of children and childcare support. In April 2025, the city solicited citizens for the nickname of the new facility. In August of the same year, 10 of the 1,396 entries were selected from a screening process, and the students of the city's elementary and junior high schools ・ voted to name the facility "Kodomo Fukka Park". The facility will be the city's first indoor play facility, with a building floor area of approximately 3,200 m2. The main playground is a large space of approximately 900 m2, and includes a space that is designed to resemble the home of the city's image character "FUKKA-chan. The facility will also feature "inclusive playground equipment," such as large net playground equipment and trampolines, which will allow children to play on outdoor park-like equipment even though they are indoors, and "digital playground equipment," which will utilize digital technology to enhance children's motor functions and imagination. The fee is free for citizens, free for preschool children for those outside the city, 100 yen for elementary and junior high school students, and 500 yen for high school students and older. （ Exemptions apply ） In preparation for the opening on April 1 （ Wed ）, there will be an opening ceremony on March 14 （ Sat ）, previews on the same day and 15 （ Sun ）, a celebration on March 20 （ Fri ・, 2 Pre-opening is scheduled for March 8 （ Sat ）.

    ◆Outline of "Kodomo-Fukka Park"
    Official name ：

    Fukaya City Children's Museum （ Nickname ： Kodomo Fuukka Park ）

    Targeted users ：
    0 years old ～ 18 years old （ High school generation ） Children and their attendants （ Guardians, etc. ）

    *Children before elementary school （ and before school age ） must be accompanied by their parents.
    *Pre-school children must be accompanied by a guardian.
    Hours ：

    9 ： 00 ～ 18 ： 30

    Closed ：

    Mondays （ If a national holiday or substitute holiday, the following day

    New Year's Holidays （ December 29 ～ January 3 ）

    Fees ：

    City residents ： Free

    Out of town residents

    Preschoolers （ Free ）, Elementary and Junior High School Students （ 100 yen ）, High School Students and Above （ 500 yen ）

    *If you are a resident outside Fukaya City and you fall under any of the following categories and show proof at the reception If you present a document proving your eligibility, the admission fee will be waived.

    ・ Those who have a physical disability certificate, mental disability certificate, or rehabilitation certificate and their caregivers （ 1 person ）

    ・ Fukaya city commuting students with a student identification booklet
    Address ：

    20-1 Naka-machi, Fukaya-shi, Fukaya 366-0822

    Use ：

    Complex （ Children's Hall ・ Kindergarten ） , Site area ： 6000 ． 44m2

    Total area ：

    4962 ． 96m2 （ Children's hall ： 3233 ． 15㎡ ）

    Structure ：

    Reinforced concrete, partly steel framed

    Number of floors ：

    2F

    URL ：

    https://www.city.fukaya.saitama.jp/soshiki/kodomomirai/seishonen/tanto/kodomokan/16506.html

    ◆Chedule for the opening of Kodomo Fukka Park
    ■ Inauguration
    When

    March 14 （ Sat ） 10am ～ 12pm

    Where

    Kodomo Fukka Park Wanpaku Arena （ 20-1 Nakamachi ）

    Contents

    Greetings from organizers, greetings from guests, ribbon cutting, attractions

    Attendees
    Fukaya Mayor, Deputy Mayor, Superintendent of Education, Fukaya City Council Members, Diet Members, Prefectural Assembly Members, Federation of Neighborhood Associations, etc.

    ■ Preview
    Time

    March 14 （ Sat ） 1pm time ～ 16:00

    Mar 15 （ Sun ） 10:00 ～ 16:00

    Inside

    Everyone is free to view.

    No playground equipment is allowed.

    ■ Pre-opening
    Eligibility

    Children living in the city （ Those born after April 2, 2008 ） and accompanying adults

    When

    March 20 （ Friday ・ Celebration ） ・ 28th （ Saturday ） 9am each day ～ 4pm

    Inside

    Free to play

    Reservations are required. Details on how to use the service will be posted on the city website.

    *You will need a "Kodomo Fukka Park Usage Card" to enter the park.

    ■ Open
    When

    April 1 （ Wed ） 1pm

    Contents

    By reservation only （ Sat Sundays, holidays and during long school vacations only ）.

    Details on how to use the service will be posted on the city website.

    ◆Highlight of Kodomo Fukka Park
    （ 1 ） "Asobiba", a large space of about 900㎡
    A playground for everyone connected by various play equipment

    （ 2 "Fukkachan's House" built in Gokko Hiroba
    Enjoy pretend play in Fukkachan's world ！

    （ 3 ） "Yasai Plain and Brick Mountain" with large play equipment A large playground of adventure and discovery for diverse sensibilities

    （ 4 ） "Digital Forest" with digital play equipment
    Children's world of movement and imagination expanded with digital technology

    （ 5 ） "Avilva" on the 2nd floor terrace
    An oasis of gentle water play for parents and children

    ◆Facilities Details
    （ 1 ） "Asobiba" with a large space of about 900m2
    Asobaba", the center of Kodomo Fukka Park, is a large space of about 900 m2. Here, children can enjoy a wide range of play experiences, including large-scale, digital, and inclusive play equipment that respond to the "likes ！" of each and every child. Asobiva is divided into seven areas, each with playground equipment and mechanisms based on a different theme.

    Cradle and Cradle Plaza ：

    A warm area to foster creativity in a sense of security

    Gokko Hiroba ：

    Expand your imagination by playing as yourself,

    Yasai Plain ：

    Adventure area with large playground equipment that responds to diverse sensibilities

    Hill of games ：

    Board and card game area to create bonds with friends and make new friends

    Valley of Oto ：

    Sound Experience Area

    Brick Mountain ：

    Climbing and sliding

    Digital Forest ：

    Future Area


    [Asobaba Map]
    （ 2 ） "Fukkachan's Room" built in Gokko Hiroba
    The room of "Fukkachan", Fukaya City's image character who is very popular among children, appears in Gokko Hiroba ！ The room has a bed, closet, kitchen and kitchen. The room is a space that makes you feel as if you are experiencing FUKKA-chan's life.

    Play Points

    ➀Cooking vegetables harvested in the garden in the kitchen

    ➁Taking a nap in Fuka-chan's bed

    ➂Transforming into a realistic outfit ＆ Taking a picture
    This is a play area full of dreams where children's "I want to be ！" can come true.


    [FUKKA-chan's room]

    [FUKKA-chan's bed]
    （ 3 ） "Yasai Plain and Brick Mountain" with large play equipment
    "Yasai Plain and Brick Mountain" The "Yasai Plain and Brick Mountain" is an area that stimulates children's sense of adventure and creativity, and is mainly composed of large playground equipment. The Yasai Plain features a green onion tower, a sky net, a net slide, and a corn circle. At "Brick Mountain," there are slides, climbs, and other active play activities. There are plenty of mechanisms to respond to diverse sensibilities, such as exercise ・ cooperation ・ and imagination. This is an adventure area filled with "likes" and "fun" where you can spend your time leisurely while finding your own unique way to enjoy yourself.


    [Large Playground Equipment ① ]

    [Large Playground Equipment➁ ]
    （ 4 ） "Digital Forest" with Digital Play Equipment
    In the "Digital Forest", you can enjoy the latest The "Digital Forest" features three types of digital playground equipment that utilize the latest digital technology. It provides an experience that naturally draws out children's motor functions and imagination. In addition, "Sukusuku Scale" is installed in the entrance hall on the first floor. This digital height meter features Fukaya-chan, the image character of Fukaya City, Eiichi Shibusawa, and local vegetables. Children's growth can be recorded in a fun way. You can keep them in your memory as a commemorative photo.


    （ 5 ） "Avilva" on the 2nd floor terrace
    "Avilva" is a water play area that can be enjoyed from early summer to autumn. Safety ・ Safe design ： Shallow water depth for small children. The fountain splashes and water tunnels are full of tricks to make you feel cool with your whole body. Full facilities ： Changing rooms and shady guarded areas. A comfortable environment for parents as well. This is an area where parents and children can enjoy a pleasant moment under the sun and in contact with sparkling water.


    [Avilva ① ]

    [Avilva➁ ]
    * Other facilities include the "Wanpaku Arena" for free physical movement, "Keikoba" for music and dance practice, "Tsukuruva" for crafts and cooking, and a library. Tsukuruva," a library "Yomelva," and a study room "Manabiba" are also available, offering a variety of play and learning experiences.

    • Press Release / Government / Public
    • 2026/02/26 (Thu)
    Vivinavi Shibamata

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    The 12th Town Factory Fair 2026 to be held

    [Summary]

    Katsushika City and the Katsushika Branch of the Tokyo Chamber of Commerce and Industry held the 12th Machi-Factory Trade Fair 2026 on February 19 （ Thursday ） ・ 20th （ Friday ） at Tokyo International Forum （ Chiyoda-ku ）.

    Companies from inside and outside of Katsushika City exhibited their various technologies and products such as precision processing, resin molding, prototype development, etc. Business talks and technical consultations with the visitors were held everywhere in the venue, and active exchanges were observed.

    ■ Initiatives of Exhibiting Companies

    One of the exhibiting companies, Katsushika Corporation （ Nishi-shinkoiwa, Katsushika-ku, Tokyo ）, is a manufacturer of lip containers and packages for cosmetic manufacturers. The company was newly certified this year as a "Katsushika Machi Factory Story," a Katsushika brand recognized by the ward for its high technological capabilities and narrative product ・technology.

    Mr. Kamon, the company's section chief, said, "Depending on the company placing the order, there are cases where a new mold is made or an existing mold is used. There is a big difference in cost between making a mold from scratch and using an off-the-shelf mold," he explains.

    Even when ready-made molds are used, differentiation is achieved through ingenuity in cap design and detailed processing. "Even with ready-made molds, brands can express their individuality through ingenuity in design and processing," he said.


    Exhibition booth of Katsushika Corporation
    ■ In cooperation with "Atotsugi Koshien" organized by the Small and Medium Enterprise Agency, successors of manufacturing companies are invited from all over Japan

    Successors or prospective successors of small and medium enterprises compete for new businesses utilizing their existing management resources. Atotsugi Koshien" （ where they compete for ideas ） hosted by the Small and Medium Enterprise Agency and introduced various "Atotsugi" products and business cases from all over Japan through presentation competitions and booth exhibits in the town factory sample city. From Katsushika City, Isomura Sangyo Corporation （ Nishi-Shinkoiwa, Katsushika City ）, a metal processing business, took the stage to present their business and business development for the future.

    ■ A place for technology transmission and sales channel development

    Katsushika Ward is home to a diverse range of manufacturing industries, including metal and resin processing, and manufacturing companies rooted in the community are continuing their activities. The Machi-Factory Trade Fair is held to support the development of sales channels for small and medium-sized enterprises in and outside of the ward, to disseminate technology, and to provide opportunities for business matching.

    This trade fair also provided an opportunity for companies to interact with each other, leading to technical consultation and business transactions.



    [Summary]

    Name ： The 12th Machi Factory Trade Fair 2026

    Period ： February 19, 2026 （ Thu ） ～ 20th （ Fri ）

    Venue ： Hall E1, Tokyo International Forum

    Sponsors ： Katsushika City, Tokyo Chamber of Commerce and Industry Katsushika Branch

    • Press Release / Government / Public
    • 2026/02/25 (Wed)
    Vivinavi Nagoya

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    The 20th Inazawa Plum Blossom Festival, where 200 plum trees of about 100 varieties bloom in Inazawa City in early spring.

    Inazawa City, Aichi Prefecture, will hold the "20th Inazawa Ume Festival" on March 7 （ Saturday ） ・ 8 （ Sunday ）, 2026. At the ume variety garden of the Aichi Ume Center, the venue of the festival, some nationally valuable varieties of ume are cultivated, and visitors can enjoy the sight of more than 200 varied ume trees of about 100 varieties ・ blooming all over the site.

    During the festival, food and beverages such as warm "pork miso soup" perfect for the still chilly early spring and "okowa with ginkgo nuts" using Inazawa's famous ginkgo nuts will be available, as well as specialty products of Inazawa City, plant ・ seedlings and "Inazawa curry," a local gourmet dish. There will also be many family-friendly events, including a taiko drumming performance by children, a stage where Inazawa City's mascot ・ Inappi (Inappi) can be seen, and a walking event in which participants can join in the fun. A haiku contest and photo contest are also being held so that visitors can formulate their memories of the beautiful ume blossoms and the festival in the form of a work of art and submit it on the day of the festival.

    In addition, two free shuttle buses will run between the nearest train stations and other locations and the venue during the festival. A model course is also available for visitors to tour Yago Kannon and the three temples while enjoying the ume plum blossoms.

    Please visit the Inazawa Ume Festival to feel the breath of spring, see ・ buy ・ and enjoy the experience.

    ■ Event Outline

    Date ： March 7, 2026 （ Saturday ） ・ 8th （ Sunday ）

    Venue ： Aichi Prefecture Ume Center （ 129 Hananoki, Horinouchi-cho, Inazawa, Aichi ）

    Special site ： https://www.inazawa-kankou.jp/archives/9488

    *Note
    ・ Some contents will be changed.

    ・ Due to limited parking at the venue, please use free shuttle buses and public transportation departing from and arriving at Kunitomiya Station ・ Sewerage Science Museum.

    • Press Release / Government / Public
    • 2026/02/25 (Wed)
    Vivinavi Fujieda

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    Disaster Prevention Day" planned by 6th graders of Aoshima North Elementary School

    In order to enhance the children's desire to protect the lives of the Aoshima-Kita district in Fujieda City, Shizuoka Prefecture, and the citizens of Fujieda, and to foster their love for their hometown, a disaster prevention event will be held to inform the school's lower class students, parents, and local residents about disaster prevention that the sixth graders have learned this school year.


    Features ・ Selling Points, etc.
    ・ This disaster prevention event was realized through direct negotiations by the students with the city crisis management center.

    ・ The school's 6th graders have been working hard on their disaster prevention study with the goal of "Aohoku District ・ Zero Deaths in Fujieda City" in preparation for the Nankai Trough Earthquake that is expected to occur in the future.

    ・ The students compile slides of what they have learned so far in disaster prevention studies and school excursions, and make presentations, inviting a wide range of people, including lower school students, parents, local residents, and children from Surugadai Children's School, as an opportunity to learn disaster prevention together as a community.

    ・ On the day of the event, 10 booths will be set up in the gymnasium and parking lot with the cooperation of the Fujieda City Emergency Management Center, the Shida Fire Department, and the Shizuoka Prefecture Central Regional Bureau, where visitors can experience disaster prevention.

    Contents
    Date ： February 25 （ Wed ） 8:45 am ～ 11 am

    Venue ： Fujieda Municipal Aoshima Kita Elementary School gym and parking lot （ 2-11-1, Minami Surugadai, Fujieda ）

    Attendees ： 89 6th graders of Aoshima Kita Elementary School, lower class students, children of Surugadai Children's School, parents, local residents

    Contents ： 8 ： 45 ～ Opening meeting, study presentation by children ①

    9 ： 15 ～ Disaster prevention experience

    [Gym experience booth] Quiz ・ Games, storytelling, AED experience, disaster prevention food introduction,

    Evacuation bed assembly experience

    [Outside experience booth outside experience booth （ light rain ）] earthquake simulation vehicle experience, AI shower, toilet car,

    smoke experience, fire extinguisher experience

    10 ： 35 ～ children's learning presentations ②

    10 ： 50 ～ Closing party

    Reference Information [Aoshima North Elementary School]
    With "children who think and act" as a key goal for this school year, the school, family and community are working together to create a warm and happy school full of smiling children. In September 2025, elementary and junior high school students experienced disaster prevention in the gymnasium, playing disaster prevention games, eating emergency food, and staying overnight.

    • Press Release / Government / Public
    • 2026/02/25 (Wed)
    Vivinavi Tokushimashi

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    Tokushima City] Tokushima Botanical Garden Hachisuka Cherry Blossom Festival ！.

    Hachisuka Cherry Blossom Light-up
    Period

    February 21 （ Sat ） to
    *End date undecided （ Depends on the blooming of cherry trees ）


    Lighting time

    5:30pm


    Location

    South slope of lawn ・ New park road

    High with Sakura ！ Pause ！
    Date

    March 8 （ Sun ） 10:00 am to 2:00 pm

    Please take a picture with Sakura Hachisuka and present it at the green consultation office.
    We will be waiting for all participants with a small gift.
    *Only one photo taken in Tokushima Botanical Garden on the day of the event, limited to once per person.
    *The number of gifts is limited. Please understand.

    "SWEETS WAGEN", a crepe shop of Wagen Bus, will come ！ *Canceled in case of rain
    Date

    Feb 28 （ Sat ） ・ Mar 1 （ Sun ） 7th （ Sat ） ・ 8th （ Sun ） 10am to 3:30pm


    Place

    In front of Tokushima Botanical Garden Green Consultation Center

    Everyone ！

    Contact
    Tokushima Botanical Garden Green Consultation Office

    TEL ： 088-636-3131

    FAX ： 088-636- 3132

    • Press Release / Entertainment / Hobby
    • 2026/02/24 (Tue)
    Vivinavi San Diego

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    Lion Dance and Grand Raffle to Wish a Happy and Healthy Year of the Horse ！ Celebrate Chinese New Year at Pechanga Resort Casino ！

    Celebrate the Year of the Horse 2026 at Pechanga Resort Casino ？ We look forward to welcoming you with special events and programs that will bring you joy and good fortune.

    Lucky Lion Dance
    Pechanga Resort Casino presented a spectacular performance of the "Lucky Lion Dance" on Saturday, February 21 at 3 pm. The Lion Dance, a symbol of happiness and prosperity, started at the north entrance and made its way around the casino floor. Visitors were provided with red New Year's gift bags, which they handed to the lion dancers to wish them happiness for the year ahead.

    $ 888,000 New Year's Drawing Event
    If a red Ferrari sports car is on your New Year wish list, Pechanga Resort Casino will make that dream come true. To celebrate the Chinese New Year, we have organized a blockbuster event with a total of $ 888,000 in prizes and one bright red Ferrari to give away. The event runs through February 28, and Pechanga Rewards members can win raffle tickets every time they play slot machines and table games. Drawings were held every Saturday during February, with one grand prize winner receiving a luxury sports car in the final drawing on February 28. Pechanga Rewards members who played slot or table games every Monday and Friday in February from 8 a.m. to midnight also received double raffle tickets, with the number of tickets won depending on membership rank.

    $ 5,000 Lucky Red New Year's Gifts Event
    To celebrate the Chinese New Year, Pechanga Rewards members can earn up to 5,000 lucky red New Year's gifts every Tuesday and Friday in February between 12 noon and 10 pm. and had the chance to win up to $ 5,000 EasyPlay just by visiting the promotion area.

    Chinese New Year Decorations
    Chinese New Year is a festival that symbolizes the beginning of the New Year and the rebirth of all things. To celebrate the Year of the Horse, Pechanga Resort Casino will be decorated with traditional Chinese New Year decorations throughout the property beginning in February. Brightly lit lanterns, sophisticated Oriental-style garden bridges, and beautifully blooming peach blossoms are just a few of the diverse designs that will add to the festive mood. There are numerous photo spots throughout the museum where visitors can take selfies and family photos, capturing memories of the festive décor.

    For more information on Pechanga events and promotions, call （ 877 ） 711-2946 or visit the website （ Pechanga.com ）. You must be 21 years of age or older to participate in the promotion.


    About Pechanga Resort Casino
    Pechanga Resort Casino is one of the largest and finest casino resorts in the United States. Voted the best casino/resort in the U.S. by Condé Nast Traveler magazine and a 4-Diamond rated resort by AAA since 2002, Pechanga offers an unparalleled resort experience for both day and extended-stay guests. 5,500 popular slot machines, 152 table games, world-class entertainment, 1,100 The Pechanga Resort Casino is located in the Pechanga Band of Pechanga, California, and offers an unparalleled resort experience for both day and long term guests. Casino is owned and operated by the Pechanga Band of Indians. For more information, call toll-free 1-888-PECHANGA or visit www.Pechanga.comでお確かめ下さい. Follow Pechanga Resort Casino on Facebook, Instagram, and X at @PechangaCasino for updates.

    • Press Release / Media
    • 2026/02/23 (Mon)
    Vivinavi Narita

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    Vivinavi Hawaii published a printed publication "City Walk (Machiaruki}" ！ / Vivinavi Hawaii published a printed publication "City Walk (Machiaruki}.

    Vivinavi Hawaii has published the "Machiaruki" （ Hawaii Local Information ） magazine ！ The web version includes many articles that are not in the magazine. The magazine is available at magazine racks in Waikiki, Hawaii related stores in Japan, travel agencies, wedding companies, and lounges at Narita Airport. If you see it in a store or on a rack, please take it home with you.
    https://hawaii.vivinavi.com/ss

    Click here for the electronic version
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    Japan Distribution Destination ： Tokyo, Chiba, Kanagawa, Hokkaido, Miyagi, Aichi, Kyoto, Osaka, Okayama, Ehime, Fukuoka

    #vivinavi Hawaii #Making the rounds #Hawaii Outing #Honolulu #Waikiki #Hawaii Local Information #Hawaii Tourism Information #Hawaii information #Hawaii dining #Hawaii restaurants #Hawaii guide #Hawaii travel information #Hawaii travel information

    Vivinavi Hawaii published a printed publication "City Walk (Machiaruki ). \If you find it at the store or at the Hawaii Travel Guide, please contact us. If you find it at the store or magazine racks, please take it home. You can find more articles on the website.
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    * Sorry, all articles are written in Japanese only.
    * You can find "City Walk (Machiaruki)" at the travel and wedding agencies in Tokyo, Japan.

    #VivinaviHawaii #CityWalk #Machiaruki #Hawaiitrip #Honolulu #Waikiki #Hawaiilocalinfo # Hawaiitourism #Hawaiiinfo

    • Press Release / Restaurant / Gourmet
    • 2026/02/21 (Sat)
    Vivinavi Los Angeles

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    Izakaya Gazen 🍺 Open every night of the week!

    Our motto is to please our customers through our food and restaurant atmosphere.
    Please try our Japanese izakaya menu with homemade tofu, handmade daily, and fresh fish shipped directly from Japan🐡🥢

    We are also a popular place for family, friends, company year-end parties and welcome and farewell parties.
    For non-business hours, reservations can be made online via Yelp for parties of 4 or less, or by email for parties of 5 or more.

    If you are coming by car, you can get a 2-hour validation for JAPANESE VILLAGE PLAZA parking ticket only.
    Please take advantage of this service.

    TEL : +1 (213) 613-1415
    Email ： gazendowntown@gmail.com
    Address ： 362 E 1st St, Los Angeles, CA 90012

    • Press Release / Government / Public
    • 2026/02/20 (Fri)
    Vivinavi Naganoshi

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    [Tomi City, Nagano, Japan] March 1, 2026 （ Sun ） The 63rd Yunomaru Ski Tournament

    Tomi City, Nagano Prefecture, will hold the 63rd Yunomaru Ski Competition on March 1 （, 2026 ） at Yunomaru Ski Resort's first slope.

    This is a historic ski competition with a total of 16 divisions and a wide range of participants from children to adults.

    This competition has been well known for many years as a competition rooted in the local community and a place where many skiers can compete their skills.


    A scene from last year's competition
    Special run by a national demonstrator
    Prior to the start of competition, a demonstration run will be held by Mr. Koki Karasawa, a native of Tomi City and a national demonstrator.

    National Demonstrator is an instructor who is certified by the All Japan Ski Federation （ SAJ ） as having excellent skills and knowledge in ski instruction.

    It is a prestigious title to be selected as a person with high skills and insight who can contribute widely to the skiing world through the All Japan Ski Federation projects, and only 20 men are selected in Japan.

    This is a rare opportunity to deepen your understanding of the sport and to experience the depth and appeal of skiing by watching up close the runs of the national demonstrators who represent the Japanese skiing world.

    Event Outline
    Event Name The 63rd Yunomaru Ski Competition
    Date March 1, 2026 （ Day ）
    Venue Yunomaru Ski Resort First Slope

    Schedule
    Registration 7:15 am <3969>
    Organized by
    Tomi City

    Main Administrator
    63rd Yunomaru Ski Competition Executive Committee

    Cooperated by
    Yunomaru Ski Club, Yunomaru District, Yunomaru Tourism Development Co. > Shinshu Tomi Tourist Association, Tomi City Sports Association, Tomi City Sports Promotion Committee

    Sponsors
    Companies

    For inquiries regarding this matter
    Tomi City Culture ・ Sports Promotion Division
    TEL 0268-75-1455

    • Press Release / Government / Public
    • 2026/02/20 (Fri)
    Vivinavi Tsukuba

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    Tsukuba Region Fest, an exchange event with the theme of community building in the urban areas surrounding Tsukuba City, will be held ！.

    ▶ About this Event
    "Tsukuba Region Fest" is an exchange event with the theme of community building in the urban areas around Tsukuba City. This is an event for children and adults alike to see, hear, talk, experience, and connect with each other.

    "See" … See the activities of people active in the community at the poster display booth

    "Listen" … Listen to the activities and thoughts of people challenging community building at the talk event booth

    "Talk" … Talk about "what you are challenging now" in a pitch and promote your activities in a poster exhibition

    "Experience" … Experience tasting food and drink at the Challenge Shop and building character in the surrounding urban area

    "Connect" … Interact with people who are active in the community and interested in community building

    People who are interested in community building as well as others can casually attend ！

    ▶ Tsukuba Region Fest Overview
    Date and Time ： March 1, 2026 （ Sun ） 13:30 ～ 16:00

    Venue ： Coridoio 3rd Floor Conference Room (1-10-1 Azuma, Tsukuba City)

    Registration ： Please register using the form below.

    Click here for application form

    Participation fee ： Free

    Main Sponsor ： Tsukuba City Urban Area Promotion Division

    Program ： ・ Talk/pitch Event

    ・ Poster Exhibition

    ・ R8 City Planning School Festival Project

    ・ Challenge Shop

    Contact ： Inc. Mikami

    ✉ r8tsukuba@mikami-web.co.jp

    ☎ 029-253-9015

    City Official HP ： https://www.city. tsukuba.lg.jp/syuhenshigaichi/news/27202.html

    ▶ Introduction of the program
    Talk event booth

    Last year
    People who challenge community development in the city gather to discuss their activities and thoughts. People who are challenging community building in the city will gather to share their activities and thoughts. Pitches will also be held where participants can promote their own activities.

    *Pitch participants wanted ！ （ 3 minute slots per group ） *

    "Would you like to share what you are trying to do " or what you want to do " in the future Please apply using the application form ！ （ First-come-first-served basis ・ Everyone is welcome ）

    ～ ～ ～ Time Schedule ～ ～ ～
    Part 1 13:45 ～ 14:15

    "Overview of Community Development in Tsukuba"

    Pitch 14:15 ～ 15:00

    "What we are challenging now What I want to do in the future" Pitch

    Part 2 15:10 ～ 15:50

    "The joy of community building and the future prospects for community building in Tsukuba"

    Poster Exhibition Booth

    Last year
    Poster exhibition of activities of people challenging community development. In addition to introducing the activities of the neighborhood urban revitalization council and the club activities of the R8 Community Development School, there will also be a free exhibition booth.

    Flyers, pamphlets, etc. can be placed freely, so please use this as a place to promote your activities ！

    In addition, photos related to the surrounding urban area will be displayed along with the posters introducing activities.

    Why don't you send us your photos of the surrounding cityscape and activities ？

    Please send them to the secretariat ！

    （ The secretariat will inform you later if you have applied in advance. ）


    Photo of Hojo Great Pond
    R8 Community Development School booth at the school festival

    R8 Community Development School logo
    In Tsukuba City, we will hold an online community development project with the theme of the surrounding urban areas. The Tsukuba City Government operates "R8 Machizukuri Gakko", an online community where people can learn and practice community development together.

    This time, we are going to implement a project that members of R8 Machizukuri Gakko thought up ！

    ～ Contents of the project ～

    ・ Think of characters for the surrounding city area! ！

    ・ Exchange program among participants

    Challenge Shop Booth
    Tsukuba City operates two "Challenge Shops" in Hojo and Yoshinuma, utilizing vacant stores, with the aim of creating a lively atmosphere in the surrounding urban area and stimulating the local economy. Tsukuba City has been operating two "Challenge Shops" in Hojo and Yoshinuma, utilizing vacant stores, etc., for the purpose of creating liveliness in the surrounding urban area and revitalizing the local economy. Four stores have been in operation since around October last year, and at this event we will have tasting ・ tasting and workshops for children ！


    Names of newly opened stores and their projects
    ▼ Shop details
    Mikiko Kojima
    Kagikouroko
    A bite of this cake will fill you with soft feelings

    Chiffon cake

    ▷Store opening ： Mikiko Kojima
    ▷Content ： Non-Oil Rice Flour Chiffon Cake

    ▷Business Days ： （ Wed ） ・ （ Sat ） 11 ： 00 ～ 15 00



    Ayako Sugawara
    Ochanoma Moncha
    Enjoy kodamori tea with a teapot

    Small Japanese Tea Cafe

    ▷Stall holders ： Ayako Sugawara

    ▷Content ： Japanese Tea Cafe

    ▷Opening days ： (Mon)(Tue)(Sat)(Sun)}10 ： 00 ～ 17 ： 00
    （ Wed ） 10 ： 00 ～ 15 ： 00



    Toshie Takeuchi
    LITANOVA （ Litanova ）
    Connections between community and learning that expand through empathy and action

    Design base to nurture and color our lives

    ▷Stall holders ： Ms. Toshie Takeuchi

    ▷Contents ： Design workshop, design phase

    talks, merchandise sales

    ▷Opening days ： （ Mon ） ～ （ Sun ） 11 ： 00 ～ 17 ： 00



    Michi Hayashi
    Ito Thermy Hagu Therapy Center
    Gentle warmth regulates natural healing power and fosters health. Self care and family.

    ▷Openers ： Michi Hayashi

    ▷Content ： Heat Stimulation Therapy Itothermy

    （ Moxibustion × Massage ） Treatment

    ▷Business Days ： （ Tue ） ～ （ Sat ） 10 ： 00 ～ 17 ： 00



    Outline of Surrounding Urban Areas

    Surrounding Urban Areas Location Map
    What are Surrounding Urban Areas …
    Surrounding Urban Areas are the urban areas that developed as the center of life in the former towns and villages before the merger （ Hojo, Oda, Osone, Yoshinuma, Kamigo, Sakae, Yatabe, Takamihara ） and other areas.

    This area is called "peripheral urban area" because it is located in the periphery of Tsukuba City.

    ▷Related links ：

    City planning in the surrounding urban area （ City official website ）

    • Press Release / Government / Public
    • 2026/02/20 (Fri)
    Vivinavi Ome

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    Yoshino Umego Plum Blossom Festival ～ Plum Blossom in the 10th year, let's go see ！ ～

    In Ome City, the first case of plum pomelo virus (PPV) was confirmed in Japan in 2009, and about 40,000 ume trees were cut down in the entire city area. After that, replanting of ume trees was approved and started in 2016, and this year (2026) will mark the 10th anniversary.

    As a special 10th anniversary year, a commemorative tree planting ceremony will be held on the first day of the festival, and various other events will be held during the period.

    Outline
    Yoshino Plum Blossom Festival

    Date
    February 21, 2026 （ Sat ） ～ March 22 （ Sun ）

    Location

    Ume no Park （ 4-527 Umego, Ome City ） and other surrounding areas

    Memorial Tree Planting Ceremony
    Date

    February 21, 2026 （ Sat ） from 10 am
    Location

    Tenma Park （ 4 Ume-go, Ome City － 573 ）

    Contents

    One red plum and one white plum each will be planted, which were donated by Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine in Fukuoka Prefecture.

    Plum Viewing Citizens' Festival
    Date

    March 8, 2026 （ Day ） from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

    Place

    Jindai-bashi Street

    Contents

    Police Parade/Firefighting Parade/Obayashi/ Armor Squad ・ Emuso Parade/Ome Drumming/Yoshino Ondo/Lion Dance/Ome Citizen Dance/Koenji Awa Odori Dance/Japan Aviation High School Ishikawa （ Dance ）

    During the main festival period, the Ume Park will host events such as the Ome Gourmet Marché and the Yoshino Ume-go Umeshu Festival, which can be enjoyed by men and women of all ages while viewing the ume blossoms.



    Access by Public Transportation
    [Train]
    Approx. 15 min. walk from Hinatawada Station on JR Ome Line

    [Bus]
    Bus bound for Yoshino from Ome Station on JR Ome Line Ume 76 ） and get off at "Yoshino Plum Grove" bus stop

    For details, please visit the Ome City Tourist Association website.

    Contact
    Ome City Tourism Section, City Promotion Division, Department of Regional Economy

    Tel. 0428 － 22 － 1111 ext. 2308

    （ 8:30 am 5:00 p.m. ）

    • Press Release / Government / Public
    • 2026/02/19 (Thu)
    Vivinavi Ogaki

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    Deep historical tour of castles related to the Toyotomi brothers ！.

    Ogaki Castle ＆ Sumimata Ichiyo Castle
    Ogaki City, Gifu Prefecture, is home to Ogaki Castle, where Hidenaga Toyotomi served as lord for a time, and Sumimata Ichiyo Castle, which Hideyoshi Toyotomi used as a stepping stone to success in his career. Ogaki and Sumimata were inns on the Mino Road and historically the scene of constant warfare. Sumimata was the scene of the Jinshin Rebellion in ancient times, and Ogaki was the residence of Ishida Mitsunari during the Battle of Sekigahara, and the area has appeared at many historical turning points.

    This time, we will hold a historical exploration tour, moving between these two historical areas and exploring their connection with the Toyotomi siblings while walking around the town as the main theme.

    Ogaki is known for its rich history, culture and water.

    This tour will give you the opportunity to experience the historical charm of the good old city of Ogaki, and to discover its charms as a second and third "hometown" ？

    Registration
    Ogaki Mayor will be your navigator
    Ogaki Mayor Hitoshi Ishida himself will be your guide on this historical tour. He will talk about the mysteries of history and hidden stories that cannot be found in textbooks from his unique perspective.

    In fact, Mayor Ishida is such a history buff that he has even created his own history comic strip. …



    Enjoy the "Succeeding Soup" for lunch. He ate miso soup made of soybean paste, root vegetables, octopus, and sometimes meat of tiger or pheasant. We have prepared a lunch that comes with "Izuse-jiru," a modernized version of such an anecdote. It is a delicious meal for both the eyes and the palate.

    Event Summary
    ■ Date March 15, 2026 （ Day ）

    ■ Fee 3,000 yen *This is a paid event *For lunch etc. （ On the day ）

    ■ Meeting place Ogaki City Museum of History （ 10:00am ）

    ■ Schedule （ Schedule ）

    <4369> 10 ： 00- Ogaki City Museum

    10 ： 30- Ogaki Castle Walking Tour

    11 ： 15- Move （ bus ）

    11 ： 45- lunch ・ rest ・ watch tsuribina

    13 ： 00~ move （ walk ）

    13 ： 15~ foothold for Hideyoshi's rise to power Sumimata Ichiyajo

    14 ： 30 （ Bus ）

    15 ： 00- Dismissal at Ogaki City Museum

    ■ Participation privilege Toyotomi brothers! Warlord Seal Card

    ■ Capacity 15 people *first-come-first-served basis

    ■ Application deadline March 8, 2026 （ Sun ）

    ■ Notes

    This is not a free event. Participation fee will be paid in cash on the day of the event.　　　　　　
    ・ Transportation to and from the meeting place is not included in the participation fee.
    ・ Tour contents are subject to change depending on the destination.
    ・ The tour may be cancelled suddenly in case of inclement weather.

    Recruitment briefing session will be held Please feel free to attend
    ■ Recruitment briefing session

    Prior to the tour, a recruitment briefing session will be held online.

    We will introduce highlights and things to do. Details of the recruitment briefing ・ Click here to join

    For inquiries about the event
    Call us ・ You can also apply for participation by e-mail. Please feel free to contact us.

    Public Relations, Ogaki City Planning Department ・ City City Promotion Section

    TEL: 0584-81-4111 (ext. 2290) 0584-47-7681 (direct line)

    FAX: 0584- 81-3301

    Email:koho@city.ogaki.lg.jp

    • Press Release / Government / Public
    • 2026/02/18 (Wed)
    Vivinavi Shizuokashi

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    Shizuoka SOIP Exchange Event "Sports Meetup Night in Numazu" was held ！.

    Shizuoka SOIP has been holding regional exchange events in the western part of the prefecture in January, in the eastern part in February, and in the central part in March, with the aim of building momentum for open innovation with sports at the core.

    In this second event, the Toray Arrows Shizuoka, a professional sports team from the eastern part of Shizuoka Prefecture that actively promotes co-creation with start-ups, and a start-up co-creation partner will take the stage to discuss the benefits of co-creation and the challenges in promoting it

    We look forward to your participation from interested companies ・ and organizations.

    ＜ Overview ＞
    ●Date ： February 24, 2026 （ Tuesday ） 18:00 ～ 20:30 （ Doors open 17:30 ）

    ●Admission Free

    ●Venue ： NUMAZUNE COMPASS NUMAZU Workshop Studio "BUZZ"

    （ Address ： 15-5 Takashima-cho 3F, Numazu, Shizuoka, 410-0056 ）
    ●Capacity ： 30 people

    ＜ Program ＞
    ●Opening

    ●Pitch Event

    Speakers will introduce their future business vision, services, co and co-creation case studies.

    ・ Toray Arrows Shizuoka

    ・ Otono Corporation

    ・ GATARI Corporation

    ● Talk Session

    Theme Sports Team × Co-Creation of Startups"

    Representatives from the three companies who participated in the pitch will discuss in depth the benefits of co-creation and the difficult points in promoting co-creation.

    ●Announcements

    ●Conversation

    ●Application https://peatix.com/event/4819324/view *Deadline Feb 20 （ Fri ）

    ＜ About Shizuoka SOIP ＞
    To promote open innovation in the sports sector, Shizuoka SOIP is a network connecting various players such as professional sports teams, companies, start-ups, financial institutions, athletic organizations, universities and local governments. Sports ・ Open ・ Innovation ・ Platform （ Shizuoka SOIP ） was established. With

    Shizuoka SOIP as a core, we will work together with our members to revitalize the region and economy by creating new businesses in sports × and other industries.

    • Press Release / Media
    • 2026/02/12 (Thu)
    Vivinavi Hawaii

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    Waikiki Market Announces Temporary Closure and Partial Business Changes Due to Store Maintenance

    （ From Honolulu ） Waikiki Market, a popular supermarket located in the center of Waikiki, will change some of its business activities from February 18, 2026 （ Wednesday ） due to maintenance and renovation work on store facilities. During the construction period, the market will be temporarily closed and some areas will be restricted in order to provide a safer and more comfortable shopping environment.
    ◾️Schedule and Business Details

    February 18, 2026 （ Wed ） - March 16, 2026 （ Mon ） ： All buildings closed

    Waikiki Market and 2nd floor restaurant " Oriri ・ Waikiki" will be closed for maintenance. Pico ・ Kitchen + Bar on the 1st floor will remain open as usual.

    March 17, 2026 （ Tuesday ） to late June ： Restricted operating period （ Partial service resumes ）

    Retail area ： Open as usual. Original eco-bags, souvenirs, fresh food, etc. available for purchase.
    Deli Corner ： Popular menu items such as poke, sushi, bento, musubi, and cut fruits will be sold in a special area of the store.
    Orilli ・ Waikiki ： Continues to be closed.


    Late June 2026 ： Full reopening （ Planned ）

    All areas of Waikiki Market resume normal operations. As for Olili ・ Waikiki, it is expected to reopen in late summer.
    On March 17 （ Tuesday ）, during the restricted business period, popular deli poke and bento boxes will resume serving the same quality as usual, and original eco bags will also be available. Pico ・ Kitchen + Bar on the first floor will not be affected by the maintenance and will be open daily from 7:00 am to 10:00 pm, with $ 5 Burger and $ 5 Bao Bang available during the well-known Happy Hour. During the Waikiki Market's full closure （ February 18 through March 16 ）, customers are encouraged to visit the nearby sister restaurant, Holoholo ・ Cafe&Market (2330 Kuhio Ave.\c}. The store will expand its deli and takeout food selection on February 18 （ water ） for the convenience of travelers.
    About Waikiki Market
    Opening in January 2023 as a full-service ・ supermarket in the former food pantry location along Kuhio Avenue. Respecting Hawaii's diverse food culture and traditions, the store incorporates many locally produced foods and foods made in Hawaii, and plays a role in introducing Hawaii's food culture to visitors from around the world. The restaurant has four deli stations and sells freshly prepared plates and bowls. In addition, two restaurants, Pico ・ Kitchen + Bar and Olili ・ Waikiki, are also available to further enhance the "Hawaiian food experience.

    Store Name ： Waikiki Market
    Address ： 2380 Kuhio Ave., Honolulu, HI 96815
    Phone ： (808) 923-2022
    Hours ： 6: 00 AM - 10:00 PM
    Website ： https://jp.foodland.com/waikikimarket
    Instagram ： @waikikimarketjp
    Facebook Book ： @waikikimarketjp

    Store ： Pico ・ Kitchen ＋ Bar
    Phone ： (808) 923-2032
    Hours ： 7:00 AM - 10 00 PM
    Happy Hour ： 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Reservations ： Open Table or call
    Website ： PikoWaikikiHawaii.com
    Instagram ： @ PikoWaikiki

    • Press Release / Restaurant / Gourmet
    • 2026/02/07 (Sat)
    Vivinavi Hawaii

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    Latest News from Poke Stand by Shokudo 🐟 ✨

    Poke Stand by Shokudo in Kakaako is now open
    7:30am-3:00pm 🌺

    In addition to the standard poke bowl, an onigiri menu is now available.
    A great way to fill up on a small appetite or for a beach ・ picnic.
    Be sure to check out our official Instagram for the latest menu 😊

    In addition, we are offering a Sunday Special every Sunday ！
    Buy one poke bowl, get 50% off your second one Perfect for a weekend lunch or sharing ✨

    We look forward to seeing you all ！

    [Store Information]
    Poke Stand by Shokudo
    📍 961 Kawaiahao St （ Next to Ricefactory ）
    📱 Instagram ： @pokestandbyshokudo
    🕒 7:30am-3:00pm
    🐟 Specializes in takeout （ Terrace seating available in front of the restaurant ）

    • Press Release / Government / Public
    • 2026/02/05 (Thu)
    Vivinavi Machida

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    Machida City, Tokyo] "Machida Yakushiike Park, Four Seasons Forest, Yakushiike Plum Blossom Festival" will be held.

    Machida City will hold a "Ume (Japanese apricot) Festival" from February 20 （ Friday ） to March 15 （ Sunday ） at Machida Yakushiike Park, Shikisai-no-Mori Yakushiike, where about 250 white and red plum trees will be at their best.

    During the festival, kitchen cars and tents will sell limited menu items for the Ume Festival.

    Please come and experience the charm of Yakushi Pond in winter.

    For more information, please visit the Machida City Tourism & Convention Association website [Machida City Tourism Guide].


    Period
    Feb. 20, 2026 （ Fri. ） ～ Mar. 15 （ Sun. ）

    Location
    Machida Yakushiike Park, Shikisai no Mori, Yakushiike （ Machida City 3270 Nozuda-cho, Machida City ）

    Access
    Take a bus bound for "Nozuda garage" via Honmachida or "Tsurukawa station" from No. 21 bus stop at the POP Building at the north exit of Machida Station on the Odakyu Line, and get off at "Yakushiike" or "Yakushiigaoka" and walk 1 minute.


    View of the plum garden

    View of the plum garden
    About Machida Yakushiike Park Shikisai no Mori
    Please visit Machida City website.

    "Machida Yakushiike Park Four Seasons Forest" is the name of the area including Yakushiike Pond and its surrounding facilities.

    The Yakushi Pond, as well as the squirrel garden, dahlia garden, botan garden, and Shichikokuyama mountain, are representative of Machida's rich natural environment and historical ・ culture.
    Seasonal information such as flower viewing times and events are available at the West Park （ Welcome Gate ）, the entrance to Machida Yakushiike Park Shikisai no Mori. Please come and visit us.

    About Machida City

    Machida City has a population of about 430,000 and is located in the southern part of Tokyo, about 30 minutes from central Tokyo by train.

    The area around Machida Station is lined with large commercial facilities, and the shopping district that has flourished for many years is still going strong. A little further away from the station, there are many natural features such as satoyama scenery, parks full of greenery, and farmland where locally grown vegetables are produced.

    This is a town where you can enjoy both the convenience of the city and nature.

    ■ Machida City HP

    https://www.city.machida.tokyo.jp/

    ■ Machida PR Official （ X ）

    https://twitter.com/machida_cp

    ■ Machida Childcare Site

    https://kosodate-machida.tokyo.jp/index.html
    ■ Machida City Promotion （ Machida City Official ） @machida_cp

    Instagram https://www.instagram.com/machida_cp/

    City Promotion Website https://keeponloving-machida.com/

    • Press Release / Government / Public
    • 2026/02/02 (Mon)
    Vivinavi Kagoshimashi

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    The largest market in Kagoshima Prefecture ！ "Kawabe 2-Day Market" will be held

    This shopping market is held every year on a Saturday and Sunday in February at the Kawanabe Kaiun Yume Dori Shopping Street, the main street of Kawanabe-cho Shopping Street.

    It is one of the "three major fairs" in the prefecture and is a tradition that heralds spring in Minamisatsuma.

    This market started in the Tenmei era of the Edo period (1600-1868) when farmers brought straw crafts and bamboo products to the market and has continued for over 230 years.

    Date ・ Place
    February 14, 2026 （ Saturday ）, 15th （ Sunday ）

    14th （ Saturday ） ： 8am-6pm （ Traffic regulation ： 7am to 7pm ）

    15th （ Sunday ） ： 8am to 5:30pm （ Traffic regulation ： 7am to 7pm ）

    Kawanabe Kaiun Dream Street Shopping Street （ Kawanabe Shopping Street ）

    Others
    For more information, please check the following "Minami-Kyushu City Website （ Kawanabe 2-Day Market ）" or "Minami-Kyushu Commerce and Industry Association Website".

    Minami-Kyushu City Home Page （ Kawabe Nikkaichi ）

    Minami-Kyushu City Commerce and Industry Association Home Page

    Contact
    Minami-Kyushu City Commerce and Industry Association Kawabe Main Office
    Telephone ： 0993-56-0247

    Commerce, Industry and Tourism Division, Commerce, Industry and Fisheries Section, Minami-Kyushu City
    Tel ： 0993-83-2511

    Minami-Kyushu City, Kagoshima Prefecture, is located in the southern part of Satsuma Peninsula, created by the merger of three towns, former Ei Town, former Kawabe Town and Chiran Town. It is a city blessed with nature.

    • Press Release / Government / Public
    • 2026/02/02 (Mon)
    Vivinavi Kashiwa

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    Kashiwa City, Chiba Prefecture] Teganuma Strawberry Stamp Rally 2026 ！.

    ！ "Teganuma Strawberry Stamp Rally" will be held, where you can eat up all the local strawberries by visiting strawberry farms, direct sales stores, restaurants, etc. around Teganuma You will have a chance to win wonderful prizes depending on the number of stamps you have collected, making this a stamp rally that is both delicious to eat and fun to visit ！

    During the period, various events related to strawberries will be held ！ You can also get stamps by participating in the events, so please take this opportunity to visit Teganuma ♪

    Outline of Teganuma Strawberry Stamp Rally ＜ Period ＞

    January 31, 2026 （ Sat ） ～ March 22 （ Sun ）

    ＜ Target stores ＞
    Strawberry orchards, direct sales stores, restaurants, campgrounds, etc. around Teganuma

    ＜ Organized by ＞

    Teganuma Agribusiness Park Project Promotion Council （ Kashiwa City Commissioned Project ）

    How to participate in the stamp rally
    ＜ STEP1 ＞ Get a stamp rally card ！

    Distributed to ： Roadside Station Shonan （ Teganuma Community Development Center ） , Target Stores

    ＜ STEP2 ＞ Collect Stamps ！

    Stamps eligible ： Purchase eligible products at direct sales shops and restaurants, participate in events

    ＜ STEP3 Exchange a prize at Roadside Station Shonan for every 3 stamps you collect ！

    Prizes ： Original clear file or Roadside Station Shonan original Kashiwa's three major fruit candy set

    ＜ STEP4 ＞ Collect 5 or more stamps and enter a drawing ！

    5 or more stamps ： Special coupon for use at participating stores （ About 50 people ）

    8 or more stamps ： Roadside Station Shounan Roadside Station Shounan Seasonal Vegetable Set （ 3 persons ）

    15 stamps or more ： Roadside Station Shounan Guided Tour （ with vegetable souvenir ） （ 3 pairs of 6 persons ）

    Details of prizes

    Original clear file or Roadside Station Shonan original Kashiwa's three major fruit candy set
    *Present for every 3 stamps collected


    Special coupons for use at participating stores （ About 50 people ）
    *Please collect 5 or more stamps to enter a drawing


    Roadside Station Shonan Seasonal Recommended Vegetable Set （ 3 people ）
    *Please collect 8 or more stamps to enter a drawing


    （ Guided tour of Roadside Station Shonan with vegetable souvenirs ） （ 3 pairs of 6 people ）

    *Collect 15 or more stamps to enter a drawing

    *Scheduled to be held on Saturdays and Sundays after mid-April


    *The drawing will be held among those who drop off the stamp rally card

    *Winners will be notified by email after the event
    *Since the prizes will be drawn from the eligible prizes, even if you collect more than 15 prizes, you may be included in the drawing for 5 ・ 8 prizes

    Other Events
    Coffee Roasting Workshop

    A workshop to roast coffee beans to make your own unique coffee and enjoy it with strawberries ！

    ＜ Date ＞

    February 21, 2026 （ Saturday 1pm ～ 3pm

    ＜ Location ＞

    Roadside Station Shonan

    ＜ Application ＞

    Please register here

    *We are on a waiting list due to full enrollment


    FARMERS YOGA

    Outdoor Yoga held on the 4th Thursday of each month ！ ！

    ＜ Date and Time ＞

    February 26, 2026 （ Thurs ） 10am ～ 11:30

    ＜ Location ＞

    Roadside Station Shonan

    ＜ Application ＞

    Apply here Please


    Tento stargazing party

    Stargazing parties are held every season. Teganuma strawberries or strawberry sweets will be served as a snack ！ Enjoy with the starry sky ！

    ＜ Date ＞

    February 28, 2026 （ Saturday 5:30pm ～ 7:30pm

    ＜ Location ＞

    Roadside Station Shonan

    ＜ Application ＞
    Please register here


    We are planning other fun events, so please check our website for details ！

    We also send out information on Instagram. ！

    Contact
    Kashiwa City Department of Economy and Industry Agricultural Policy Division

    Phone ： 04-7167-1143

    Teganuma Community Development Center
    Tel ： 070-8385-3599

    Email ： teganumaweekend@gmail.com

    • Press Release / Media
    • 2026/01/29 (Thu)
    Vivinavi Hawaii

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    Ala Moana Center Celebrates the Coming of the Year of the Noon with Lunar New Year Event

    Honolulu, HI - Ala Moana Center will celebrate the arrival of the Year of the Noon with a special six-day Lunar New Year event from February 17 through February 22, 2026. During this time, guests will enjoy a variety of Lunar New Year activities, including exclusive special offers for purchases, traditional lion dances and blessing ceremonies, Chinese calligraphy demonstrations, lion pole jumping, and a Wishing ・ Wall where guests can write their wishes for the New Year. In addition, some stores and restaurants will offer special Lunar New Year products, promotions, and dining menus. Please see below for more details.

    Ala Moana Center's 2026 Lunar New Year Event Details



    Exclusive Lunar New Year Shopping Offer
    From February 17 ～ 22, customers who spend the following eligible amounts at the Center will receive a limited number of Lunar New Year Special Gift （ Ends as soon as they are gone ）. This year, in addition to an original Ala Moana Center tote bag and Year of the Noon charm, we are also offering an Ala Moana Center gift card based on the amount spent.

    Gift Giveaway ：

    $ 500 or more ： Ala Moana Center Original Tote Bag and Noon Charm

    $ 1,000 or more ： Ala Moana Center Original Tote Bag and Noon Charm plus $ 100 minute Ala Moana Center Gift Card


    Gift pickup ：
    February 17, 2026 ～ 22 Please present your original receipts from each store in Ala Moana Center with the date of and pick up the gift at Guest Services during the same period. Gift is limited to one per person and must be 18 years of age or older.

    Chinese New Year Wishing ・ Wall ＆ Decorations
    Wishing ・ Wall with wishes and aspirations for the New Year during February 17 ～ 22nd at Mall Level 2, Center Court （ Chanel and Louis ・ Vuitton ）. In addition, the entire center will be decorated with 150 lanterns to create a festive atmosphere to celebrate Chinese New Year.

    Chinese New Year Event Schedule
    The six-day Chinese New Year event will culminate on February 22 （ ）. The entire center will be filled with lion dance and pole jumping demonstrations, and renowned Chinese calligrapher Ina ・ Chang will be on hand to give away free messages of good luck.

    Feb. 22 （ Sun ）

    11:00 am ～ 11:30 am Opening Ceremony （ Center Stage ）



    11:00 am 11:00 a.m. ～ 12:30 p.m. Chinese calligraphy demonstration （ Eva Wing Stage ）

    Handwritten opening message by calligrapher Ina ・ Chang on a first come, first served basis.



    12:00 noon - 1:30 pm Lion Dance （ Entire Center ）

    Over 20 lions will tour the stores and restaurants in the Center, performing a dance that brings good luck and collecting licey in red envelopes. They collect licey in red envelopes. Bus ＆ Body ・ Works, Chanel, Celine, Foodland ・ Farms, Happy ・ Wahine ・ Boutique, Louis Vuitton, Nordstrom, Swarovski, Tumi and over 100 other stores will be participating.



    3pm ～ 3:45pm Pole Jumping （ Center Stage ）

    Wah ・ Ngai ・ Pole by Lion Dance Association Jumping first demonstration. The lions jump between the high poles and perform a powerful acrobatic act.



    5pm ～ 5:45pm Pole Jumping （ Center Stage ）

    Wa ・ Ngai ・ Second pole jumping demonstration by the Lion Dance Society. Demonstration. Enjoy this powerful performance to close out the Lunar New Year event.

    Lunar New Year Shops ＆ Restaurant Specials
    During the event, you can enjoy special offers at select Ala Moana Center shops and restaurants, including Aloha ・ Lane, Big Island ・ Candy's, Foodland ・ Farm's, Tiffany & Co. Ala Moana Center, including Candy's, Foodland, Farms, and Tiffany's, will offer exclusive Lunar New Year-themed merchandise, special promotions and dining menus.



    For more information on Lunar New Year events and updates on Ala Moana Center, visit the official website （ https://www.alamoanacenter.com/ja/ ） and Social Media （ X @AlaMoanaCtrJP, Facebook, Instagram @AlaMoanaCenterJP ）.

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    About Ala Moana Center

    Located in the heart of the Pacific Ocean, Honolulu, Hawaii, is the world's largest open-air ・ shopping center, Ala Moana Center, Since opening in 1959, Ala Moana Center has been a hub for shopping and socializing for locals and visitors alike. 2.4 million square feet of retail space includes Bloomingdale's, Neiman ・ Marcus, Nordstrom's, Macy's, Target, and many of the world's largest retailers, Macy's, Target, and other world-class luxury brands, as well as locally owned boutiques and more than 160 dining venues, the center attracts more than 350 diverse retailers and 53 million visitors each year. Ala Moana Center means "the way to the ocean," and as its name implies, it is located just steps from Ala Moana ・ Beach Park （ 1450 Ala Moana Boulevard Honolulu, Hawaii 96814 ）.