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Week 94: August 14 – 18, 2023 Day 651: August 14, 2023 Monday – Obon Day 1 x Rumoi What a wonderful Monday morning it has been! The air was so fresh, and the sun's gentle light painted everything with a warm and welcoming glow. Today marked the start of my 3-day Obon break, a much-needed pause from the usual busy routine. Enjoying the sun with an early morning stroll near Midorigaoka Elementary School We decided not to go on any road trips today because we knew that many locals would be heading back to their hometowns, possibly causing traffic and crowded tourist spots. Instead, we aimed for a calm and peaceful day The morning began with a special activity. Kai and I joined Ella as she watered the plants at Midorigaoka Elementary School . It was a meaningful task for her, and it filled my heart with happiness to see her taking responsibility so seriously. The school's focus on instilling a sense of duty in the kids touched me deeply. Rest time for the kiddos Believe it or not, ...

10 Things to Do in Memuro Memuro ( 芽室町 ) is a picturesque agricultural town located inland within the Tokachi Subprefecture of Hokkaido, Japan . Its name is derived from the Ainu word " Memu-oro-pet " which means "river flowing from a spring". For those planning to visit this picturesque agricultural town to check what it has to offer, here are the 10 Things to Do in Memuro :   Memuro manhole cover 1. Take a picture of the manhole cover of Memuro . So far, I have seen 1 unique manhole cover design, which is commonly found around the town.   Memuro Shrine 2. Visit Memuro Shrine ( 芽室神社 ) , the town's central shrine, situated in the northern part of the town along National Route 38. You can get a goshuin here for your collection.   Hagoromo-tei Memuro Branch 3. Visit Hagoromo-tei Memuro Branch ( 回転ずし 羽衣亭 芽室店 ) , a conveyor belt sushi restaurant renowned as one of the best in the region. The prices are budget-friendly, but it's a popular spot...

Memuro Shrine ( 芽室神社 ) is the main shrine of the town of Memuro. It is located at 8 Chome-2 Hondori in the town of Memuro, Kasai District in Hokkaido Prefecture, Japan . Memuro Shrine Memuro Shrine Details Memuro Shrine stands as a testament to the resilience and devotion of the early settlers who shaped this vibrant town. Its rich history, deeply rooted in community spirit, is a reflection of the enduring legacy of Fusakichi Toyama and his contemporaries. Memuro Shrine - Memuro town, Hokkaido Prefecture The Origins of Memuro Shrine The story of Memuro Shrine begins in March 1897 when Fusakichi Toyama, alongside Hanzaemon Takahashi, Shichibei Yajima, Mataemon Ariga, and Heizō Sawada, arrived from Nagano Prefecture. These pioneers laid the foundation of the town of Memuro, working tirelessly to transform the wilderness into a thriving settlement. By 1900, with the establishment of local governance and urban planning on the horizon, Toyama envisioned a spiritual sanctuary for...