Japan Diaries 4: Day 496

Day 496: March 12, 2023

Day 496: March 12, 2023

Sunday – Rumoi Moekko Haru Matsuri

Today was a day I’d been eagerly anticipating—the Rumoi Moekko Haru Matsuri! This year’s festival felt extra special, as it’s the first one held in four years, making it a big moment for everyone in Rumoi. I’m part of the Rumoi High School Team, and we’re competing in the Moekko Banba Race, the festival’s main event.

Rumoi Roadside Station
Rumoi Roadside Station

Senba Park
Senba Park

We set off early, and my family and I drove over to Rumoi Roadside Station. Once there, I joined up with the 10-man Rumoi High School Team composed of me, my co-teachers, and our school staff Sekiguchi-san. We enjoyed a little pre-race bonding. My wife took on the role of event photographer, while my daughter wandered the festival grounds with her best friend from Midorigaoka Elementary School, soaking in the festivities.

Rumoi Moekko Haru Matsuri

Rumoi Moekko Haru Matsuri
Rumoi Moekko Haru Matsuri

Rumoi Moekko Haru Matsuri with Matsuda-sensei
...with my JTE Matsuda-sensei

Moekko Banba Race

Moekko Banba Race

Moekko Banba Race
Our team is competing at the Moekko Banba Race

The Moekko Banba Race was the highlight of today's festival, and it was held at Senba Park, which was just behind the Rumoi Roadside Station. During the race, our team managed to score two wins before fatigue set in during our third match against the Firefighter Team. Although we didn’t secure a final victory, the experience was unforgettable—it brought us closer as colleagues, friends, and a team.


Group photo with the Rumoi High School Faculty Team
Group photo with the Rumoi High School Faculty Team

Next year, we’re determined to come back stronger and give it our all to win. With winter slowly fading, our family is back to resuming our #Hokkaido179 road trips, revisiting nearby spots, and planning new adventures. Hopefully, I’ll get my driver’s license next month, which will open up even more destinations for us to explore together.

Read more:

Japan Diaries 4: Week 71

Japan Diaries 4: Weekend 71

Japan Diaries 4: Day 495

Rumoi Moekko Haru Matsuri

Rumoi Roadside Station

Senba Park

10 Things to Do in Rumoi City

10 More Things to Do in Rumoi City

Hokkaido 179

Japan Diaries 4: Summary


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