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  • April 2, 2026

Young town officials in Hokuryu aim to realize "digitalization" from the perspective of town residents, hoping to serve as a model case for other municipalities [Kita-Sorachi Newspaper]

On April 2, 2026 (Thursday), an article titled "Young Town Employees in Hokuryu Aim to Realize 'Digitalization' from the Perspective of Town Residents: 'A Model Case for Other Municipalities'" (dated April 1st) was published on the internet site [Hokuryu Shinbun], operated by Hokuryu Shinbunsha (Fukagawa City).

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  • April 1, 2026

Passing on the spirit of Hokuryu Town — The words of our ancestors, about pioneering, food, sports, and the Japanese spirit, for future generations.

On Wednesday, April 1, 2026, eight people gathered at Sunflower Park Hokuryu Onsen on Friday, March 27 for the "Meeting to Pass on the Spirit of Hokuryu Town." Attendees included an honorary citizen, the town mayor, the superintendent of education, a former mayor, a descendant of pioneers, and a pioneer in dementia support. […]

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