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  • December 12, 2022

Shinryu Shrine, a shrine forest covered in snow

Monday, December 12, 2022: The shrine forest of Shinryu Shrine is enveloped in snow. A solemn atmosphere and quiet time flowed by, and the whiteness of the snow seemed to purify the soul. We offered our love, gratitude, and prayers to the winter Shinryu Shrine, where the guardian deity resides. ◇ n […]

  • December 9, 2022

Congratulations to Mr. Ryoji Kikura for being named an honorary citizen of Hokuryu Town! The ceremony was held at the Hokuryu Town Assembly Hall.

Friday, December 9, 2022 From 9:15 AM on Friday, December 8, 2022, the "Ryoji Kikura Honorary Citizen Recommendation Ceremony" was held prior to the 4th Hokuryu Town Council Regular Meeting of 2022. Ryoji Kikura (83 years old) is the fifth person in Hokuryu Town to be named an Honorary Citizen, and the first in 31 years.