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Rumoi Donto Festival 2023 - Hokkaido

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The Rumoi Donto Festival ( るもい呑涛(どんとう)まつり ) , also known as Rumoi Donto Matsuri , is the crowning jewel of summer celebrations in Rumoi City, Hokkaido. This vibrant festival honors the city’s rich heritage as a once-thriving herring fishing town and pays tribute to the indomitable spirit of its fishermen. Rooted in the rallying cry of the golden herring age—“ Bring it on, even in bad weather or storms. We’ll drink it all up. ”—The festival pulsates with energy, tradition, and community spirit. Rumoi Donto Festival 2023 A Night to Remember: Festival Eve at Rumoi Port The festivities kick off with an electrifying evening at Rumoi Port, featuring the much-anticipated Finale Citizen Fireworks Display . This dazzling spectacle of fireworks, paired with laser light shows, illuminates the summer night sky, creating an unforgettable ambiance by the sea. Families, friends, and visitors gather to revel in the vibrant energy of this magical evening. Rumoi Donto Festival - Rumoi City, Hokkaido Pr...

Maruzen Sato Orchard Revisited 2023 - Hokkaido

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Maruzen Sato Orchard ( マルゼン佐藤果樹園 ) , located in the scenic town of Mashike, Hokkaido, is a paradise for fruit-picking enthusiasts. Situated at 256 Shokansawa, this family-owned orchard has been delighting visitors for over a century with its abundant fruit harvests and warm, welcoming atmosphere. Maruzen Sato Orchard Revisited 2023 On July 29, 2023 , during my 635th day in Japan , I had the pleasure of visiting this charming orchard with my siblings and daughter, while my wife was in Osaka. This visit held a special place in my heart, as it was not our first time experiencing the orchard’s offerings. Maruzen Sato Orchard - Mashike town, Hokkaido Prefecture Our first visit to Maruzen Sato Orchard was on September 3, 2022 —my 306th day in Japan as an ALT under the JET Programme . Back then, we immersed ourselves in the joy of grape picking, enjoying some of the region’s freshest and juiciest grapes. Welcome to Maruzen Sato Orchard The banner for cherry and blueberry picking is...

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