Wire jewelry is crafted using traditional wire mesh techniques, with each strand twisted by hand. These accessories offer both lightness and strength. [HandMade In Japan Fes' Winter (2026)]

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Wire jewelry is crafted using traditional wire mesh techniques, with each strand twisted by hand. These accessories offer both lightness and strength. [HandMade In Japan Fes' Winter (2026)]

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table of contents

1 Hokuryu Town logo "Bright Farming Methods" and Happy Yellow Postbox
2 Mayor Sasaki Yasuhiro
3 Overview of Hokuryu Town
4 Hokuryu Town Homepage
5 New local public transportation service launched (R7 10.1.)
6 Hokuryu Town introduction page
7 Hokuryu Town Hometown Tax

Hokuryu Town logo "Bright Farming Methods"
Yellow Post of Happiness

Mayor Sasaki Yasuhiro

The mayor talks about Hokuryu's vision for the future

Mayor Yasuhiro Sasaki's Activity Report

To everyone! I want to talk to you.
We will use your feedback to develop the city!
Please feel free to drop by the Mayor's Office.
January activity schedule　February activity schedule

We tour Hokuryu Town every month to give talks.
Mayor Yasuhiro Sasaki explores the charms of the town

Overview of Hokuryu Town

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❂ Area: 159 km²
❂ Population: 1,551 people[Compared to previous month: – 9 】
❂ Household:760 households[Compared to previous month: – 6 】
(January 1, 2026)
❂ Aging rate:46.2%(20th route in the entire prefecture)
❂ Late-stage aging rate:29.6%(13th in the entire prefecture)
(179 cities, towns and villages in the prefectureAs of January 1, 2025）

Hokuryu Town Homepage

New local public transportation service launched (R7 10.1.)

On-demand & scheduled routes

Hokuryu Town introduction page

Hokuryu Town Hometown Tax

❂ Furunavi
❂ Hometown Choice

❂ Rakuten Market

❂ ANA

❂ Saison

❂ Satofull

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Wire jewelry is crafted using traditional wire mesh techniques, with each strand twisted by hand. These accessories offer both lightness and strength. [HandMade In Japan Fes' Winter (2026)]

The blue-hued animals and vessels exude a sense of warmth amidst a dignified stillness. Haneco combines techniques such as hand-forming, carving, and inlay to create motifs such as birds, rabbits, and houses. [HandMade In Japan Fes' Winter (2026)]

There are only 10 days left until HandMade In Japan Fes' Winter (2026). We look forward to seeing you at Tokyo Big Sight next weekend! [HandMade In Japan Fes' Winter (2026)]

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Smiles of "Japaneseness" bloomed at Tokyo Big Sight! HandMade In Japan Fes' Winter (2026) Exhibition Report

This year, we welcomed the largest number of visitors ever since the winter event began in 2019. Through HMJ over the past few years, we have experienced a new expansion of craft culture. [HandMade In Japan Fes' Winter (2026)]

"HandMade In Japan Fes' Winter (2026)" (HMJ) is finally being held this weekend. Advance tickets are now on sale at a discount! Tickets can be purchased until tomorrow, Friday, January 16th, so don't miss out! [HandMade In Japan Fes' Winter (2026)]

Utilizing the strong properties of teak, ubdy's wooden tableware and cutlery are carved and polished by hand without the use of machines. [HandMade In Japan Fes' Winter (2026)]

COLOR LABO's booth features carefully crafted resin accessories under the theme of "Colorful for Adults." The overlapping layers of color change their appearance depending on the light and viewing angle. [HandMade In Japan Fes' Winter (2026)]

These expressive animals are carefully crafted from wool. Komakoma's creations are charming and full of humor, making you smile without even realizing it. Every time you pick one up, you'll grow to love it more and more. [HandMade In Japan Fes' Winter (2026)]

We've compiled some tips to help you enjoy HandMade In Japan Fes' Winter (2026) even more! Three Creema staff members share their own perspectives on how to spend your time at HMJ [HandMade In Japan Fes' Winter (2026)]

Stools and low tables evoke the image of a life surrounded by the warmth of wood. YUCHI.WOODYWORKS' furniture and wooden accessories emphasize a "comforting feeling" rather than flashiness. [HandMade In Japan Fes' Winter (2026)]