Hokuryu Town in Kita Sorachi, Hokkaido, is a small town with a population of approximately 1,600 people who cherish the idea that "food is life" and provide safe and secure food.
The Hokuryu Town Portal has been run by a husband and wife team for 15 years. It is a website that conveys the excitement of the "spirit of harmony" and "compassion" that permeates Hokuryu Town.
We aim to spread "empathy for joy" to people all over the world. (January 7, 2025)
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Monday, August 4, 2025 Hello everyone! The end of summer is fast approaching, but there are still plenty of opportunities to make some fun memories! This time, we'll be introducing some beer-lovers' favorites, perfect for wrapping up the summer.
Monday, August 4, 2025 On Monday, August 4, Hokuryu Town Sunflower Village was at its peak! In addition to the Jumbo Maze, the area around the Pink Door on the Hill was also in full bloom, creating a breathtaking scene. The Sunflower Festival entered the second half, […]
On Monday, August 4, 2025, a press release titled "Hokuryu Town and Hokkaido University of Science Sign Comprehensive Partnership Agreement [Hokkaido University of Science]" was posted on the Digital PR Platform operated by PrapNode Co., Ltd. (Tokyo). [...]
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Monday, August 4, 2025 View this post on Instagram A post shared by Hokuryu Town Sunflower Tourism Association🌻(@sunflower_hokuryu)
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Monday, August 4, 2025 View this post on Instagram A post shared by kitchen 晴晴 匠 (@kitchenharebare)
On Monday, August 4, 2025, the Hokkaido Shimbun Press (Sapporo) published an article titled "Kendama: An Aspiring Player Shows Off His Skills at a Festival in Hokuryu" on its website, Hokkaido Shimbun Digital, which is run by the Hokkaido Shimbun Press (Sapporo). [...]
On Monday, August 4, 2025, the Hokkaido Shimbun Press (Sapporo) published an article titled "Remote instruction for Hokuryu and Numata Junior High School brass bands, reducing the burden on music clubs and teachers in the Tokyo metropolitan area" on its website, Hokkaido Shimbun Digital.
Monday, August 4, 2025: To everyone! I'd love to talk to you! Your voice will be used in town development! Please feel free to stop by the Mayor's Office. Please call in advance as I may have official business or administrative meetings scheduled. [...]
On Friday, August 1, 2025, the Hokkaido Cultural Broadcasting Co., Ltd. (UHB) website published an article titled, "Hokkaido Weather: 1st (Fri) - Expect cumulonimbus clouds over the weekend... Thunderstorms on the Sea of Okhotsk side! Festivals [...]"
On Friday, August 1, 2025, the Hokkaido Cultural Broadcasting Corporation (UHB) website announced an article titled "Japan's Largest Sunflower Field: Approximately 2 Million Summer Flowers in Hokuryu Town! The Sunflower Festival" […]
Friday, August 1, 2025 In mid-June, 85-year-old Superman Iwao Motobu, a resident of Hokuryu Town, drove to Wakkanai! We followed him on an impressive 15-hour day trip, covering a round trip of approximately 500km. Heading for Cape Soya, the northernmost point of Hokkaido, […]
Friday, August 1, 2025 As of Friday, August 1, the sunflowers in the Jumbo Maze at Sunflower Village in Hokuryu Town, Hokkaido, are in full bloom! This weekend is the best time to see them. The top of the hill is about 50% in bloom, and the sunflowers from around the world are nearing the end of their blooming season.
Friday, August 1, 2025 Nakajima Family Natural Garden This year, colorful flowers such as zinnias and yellow cosmos are in full bloom at Nakajima Family Natural Garden, swaying in the gentle breeze. Nakajima Family Natural Garden […]
On Friday, August 1, 2025, a special event will be held in Hokuryu Town to mark the finale of summer vacation! Why not create some wonderful memories at the "Ennichi" park, which will bring smiles to the faces of both adults and children? The excitement will never stop!
![Hokuryu Town to offer free online cram school for 4th grade elementary school students to 3rd grade junior high school students, utilizing major cram school courses, starting with summer classes on the 25th [Hokkaido Shimbun Digital]](https://portal.hokuryu.info/wp/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2025-07-29-8.29.59-375x280.jpg)
![Here is a look at the event that was held on Saturday, July 26th. 🚛 Vehicle display by the Ground Self-Defense Force Band No. 2 🍚 "Sunflower Rice Scooping" by the JA Kitasorachi Women's Division ✊ "Rock, Paper, Scissors Tournament" by the Shop Association [Hokuryu Town Sunflower Tourism Association, Yuto Sakai]](https://portal.hokuryu.info/wp/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2025-07-29-8.18.12-375x264.jpg)
![A guide explaining the sunflowers he grew: Hokuryu Junior High School students [Hokkaido Shimbun Digital]](https://portal.hokuryu.info/wp/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2025-07-29-8.35.20-375x272.jpg)
![[From Hokuryu Town] <Ask a key person> What to be careful of when climbing mountains in summer: Takashi Matsumoto, head of the Asahimoto Regional Police Department [Hokkaido Shimbun Digital]](https://portal.hokuryu.info/wp/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2025-07-29-8.31.34-375x287.jpg)
!["Hokuryu Town Sunflower Festival" kicks off. Organizers say, "Enjoy 2 million sunflowers and various events." [Kita Sorachi Shimbun]](https://portal.hokuryu.info/wp/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2025-07-29-8.36.37-375x279.jpg)
![A field of sunflowers in Hokuryu Town, Hokkaido [Region] [JIJI.COM/Yahoo!News]](https://portal.hokuryu.info/wp/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2025-07-29-8.39.39-375x247.jpg)
![Melon and Watermelon Festival [Melon Direct Sales] Saturday, August 2nd, 8:30 AM - 11:00 AM [Watermelon Direct Sales] Thursday, August 14th, 8:30 AM - 11:00 AM: Please note that both events will end once sold out. <(_ _)> [JA Kitasorachi]](https://portal.hokuryu.info/wp/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2025-07-26-23.07.58-375x284.jpg)
![The timetable has finally been released! Are you ready to come to Himawari no Sato in Hokuryu Town on Saturday, August 2nd? It's hot and the time is long, from 10am to 4pm, but it's guaranteed to be fun! Of course, you can come and go during the event if you get too hot or tired! [Hokuryu Kendama Club]](https://portal.hokuryu.info/wp/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2025-07-28-6.22.52-375x286.jpg)
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