The "spirit of harmony" and "spirit of consideration" of the people of Hokuryu Town, Hokkaido, are nothing special.
I simply live each day carefully and with compassion. It's a warm heart, like a sunflower, radiating sunshine.

  • May 4, 2026

[May 23rd (Sat) Event!] Announcement of the Konpira Park Shibazakura BBQ Picnic [Organizer: Kitaryu Town Regional Revitalization Cooperation Team Members]

May 4, 2026 (Monday) Announcement of the Shibazakura BBQ Picnic at Konpira Park Relax and unwind on the Shibazakura Hill. Enjoy eating, playing, creating, and learning while admiring the only Shibazakura in the Sorachi area. Spend time with family and friends, and enjoy your favorite activities...

  • May 3, 2026

[We offer our deepest condolences] 300 people attend the funeral service in Hokuryu Town to commemorate the achievements of Mr. Okura, former chairman of Kitasorachi Agricultural Cooperative / Ryoji Okura passes away at 86, former chairman of Kitasorachi Agricultural Cooperative [Hokkaido Shimbun Digital]

Updated May 3, 2026 (Sunday), published April 30 (Thursday) Hokkaido Shimbun Digital (May 2) The Hokkaido Shimbun Digital website, operated by the Hokkaido Shimbun Co., Ltd. (Sapporo City), published an article titled "The Achievements of Mr. Okura, Former Chairman of Kitasorachi Agricultural Cooperative […]"

  • May 1, 2026

[Participants wanted for Saturday, May 9th!] Play cooperatively with a giant 1.2m diameter ball! Let's enjoy Kin-Ball at the "Omusubi" community plaza!

May 1st, 2026 (Friday) Let's play Kin-Ball at the "Omusubi" Community Plaza! Participants wanted!! What is Kin-Ball? It's a sport originating in Canada where players cooperate to prevent a giant, lightweight ball from touching the floor!! Date, time, and location: [Date and time details omitted]