Cosmos » Earth Sciences Rocks from Mount Ashibetsu in Japan have revealed important information about an ancient global environmental crisis which choked the oxygen from Earth’s oceans The Ocean Anoxic Event 1a (OAE 1a) was one of the largest disruptions of the global carbon cycle and climate system in the past 200 million years New research published in Science Advances has determined that it was triggered 119.5 million years ago and lasted for 1.1 million years The new information helps scientists better understand how the Earth’s climate and ocean system operates and responds to stress especially as it relates to current warming “Ocean anoxic events occur in part as a consequence of climatic warming in a greenhouse world,” says Brad Sageman senior author of the study from Northwestern University in the US “If we want to make accurate predictions about what we will see in the decades ahead with human-caused warming The best way to understand the future is to look at data from the past.” Researchers have long thought that the most likely cause of OAE 1a was undersea volcanic eruptions which resulted in a rapid injection of massive amounts of carbon dioxide (CO2) into the ocean and atmosphere This study analysed ancient strata on Japan’s northern island formed from volcanic ash that settled and solidified over time Volcanic activity then lifted these layers above sea level during the formation of Japan’s islands “Magma comes out of a volcano in liquid form and then begins to cool,” Sageman says “During this process, crystals start to form. By the time the tuff solidifies, the crystals become a tiny closed system. They lock in atoms, and some of those atoms, like uranium, start to decay, meaning they convert from one isotope to another.” “These isotope systems provide tools for correlating the OAE1a interval between sites in Hokkaido southern France and other sites all around the globe,” he explains “They give us markers for instants in geologic time.”  Sageman and collaborators found an abrupt shift in carbon isotope ratios caused by the spike in volcanic CO2 and later by the burial of excess organic matter from dead plants and animals there was a change in osmium isotope ratios reflecting a massive influx of volcanic material into ocean waters The timing of these events corresponds to eruption of the Ontong Java Nui complex, a large igneous province in the southwestern Pacific Ocean Now that researchers know it took the oceans 1.1 million years to recover from the sharp increase in CO2 from this eruption they have more insight into how long the effects of CO2-driven warming events might last and what the associated effects “We’re already seeing zones with low oxygen levels in the Gulf of Mexico,” Sageman says “The main difference is that past events unfolded over tens of thousands to millions of years We’re driving roughly similar levels of warming (or more) but doing so in less than 200 years.” The Ultramarine project – focussing on research and innovation in our marine environments – is supported by Minderoo Foundation Gourmet "Gatatan" is a local delicacy from Ashibetsu City that was featured in a Google app commercial and quickly gained attention We will introduce you to some restaurants in Ashibetsu where you can enjoy delicious Gatatan when the characters for "Hanto-tang" were searched on a smartphone at a Chinese restaurant it was displayed as "Gatatan" and the dish was introduced This triggered the name Gatatan to spread throughout the country "Gatatan" is written in Chinese as "甘多湯" (hump soup) which means "soup with a lot of ingredients" in Chinese The basic style is a salty Chinese soup containing dumplings Photo courtesy of Ashibetsu City Board of Education Hoshi no Furu Sato Centennial Memorial Hall The origins of gatatan can be traced back to when Murai Bungonosuke who moved to Ashibetsu from Manchuria after the Second World War started serving it at his Chinese restaurant made from wheat flour or potato starch mixed with water and the lightly salted soup is thick and warms up a cold body it was loved by coal miners who did heavy labor It was originally served at "Koraku" it spread throughout Ashibetsu city as a home-cooked dish volunteers came together to protect the local flavor and revived it many variations of gatatan have been created Each restaurant has its own specialty gatatan and the fact that you can enjoy a variety of variations may be one of its charms we will introduce some recommended restaurants where you can enjoy Gatatan in Ashibetsu City The orthodox "Gatatan Soup" is made with dumplings made from a blend of several types of flour and plenty of ingredients but you can still taste the deliciousness of the ingredients The specialty here is "Gatatan Ramen" and the delicious gatatan soup mixes with the noodles for an exquisite collaboration as well as a wide variety of other menu items such as Gatatan Yakisoba and Gatatan Fried Rice You can enjoy a different Gatatan depending on your mood that day If you're looking for a new take on gatatan we recommend "Kakikukeko," which serves "stone-grilled gatatan" The gatatan is served piping hot and contains rice The key point is that it contains tteokbokki We recommend finishing off the meal by mixing the scorched rice with the soup for a crispy yet creamy texture a specialty of Ashida that was once loved by coal miners will warm your body and mind and make you feel happy There are as many variations of Gatatan as there are restaurants so try comparing the different varieties at different restaurants and find your favorite one Team Buchi Neko has many connections to Hokkaido's tourist spots and facilities There are many wonderful resources in Hokkaido that we take for granted when we live there We will spread the word about the charms of this wonderful Hokkaido [7 minutes walk from Sapporo Station] Enjoy hot springs A comfortable stay at the 605-room "Sapporo Hotel by Granbell" Running a "Neo Community Center" where people and things from Kushiro come together | Kotoe Kimura recommends three "special things" in Kushiro [2025 Latest] Top 15 ramen shops in Sapporo recommended by locals The hot soup with the aroma of dried sardines will soak in your mouth Try the "Eifukucho-style Chinese noodles" at "Daikokuken" in Nanae-cho Sapporo's lunch buffet (5) Not only the food but the view and service are also top-notch The ever-evolving classic buffet JR Tower Hotel Nikko Sapporo Restaurant & Bar "SKY J" It looks delicious!" Did you know that in Sapporo you can only get "Rokkatei's fresh cakes" at their directly managed stores? Seasonal “news” of Hokkaido can be checked by category You can check the information of your “town” in one place Events” held throughout the province are easy to find and can be saved This page has been automatically translated by Google Translate service Scientists have recently studied ancient rocks and fossils from Mount Ashibetsu in Japan and uncovered details about Ocean Anoxic Event 1a (OAE 1a) which occurred approximately 119.5 million years ago This event caused a critical lack of oxygen in the oceans and led to extensive extinctions OAE 1a was likely triggered by massive undersea volcanic eruptions. These eruptions released vast amounts of carbon dioxide (CO2) which warmed the planet and disrupted ocean oxygen levels The combination of high CO2 and low oxygen created a hostile environment for marine life The event lasted just over 1.1 million years It is one of the largest ocean anoxic events recorded during the Cretaceous Period as seen in the drastic reduction of plankton populations The concept of ocean anoxic events emerged in the 1970s carbon-rich shale deposits formed under low oxygen conditions These deposits accumulated organic matter instead of decomposing indicating the environmental stress of past eras Researchers examined volcanic ash layers on Hokkaido Island These layers solidified over time from ancient volcanic activity scientists could date eruptions and correlate them with OAE 1a They also analysed carbon and osmium isotopes to understand changes in the carbon cycle The study linked findings from Japan with global volcanic activity. The OAE 1a event began with a rapid rise in volcanic CO2 emissions followed by the burial of excess organic material This aligns with eruptions from the Ontong Java Nui volcanic complex Month:  Category:  you might be surprised to stumble upon a little Canadian village complete with a green-gabled house and a Victorian church But for those who can't make the trip halfway around the world The founders of the park were so inspired by the idyllic Prince Edward Island setting of Anne of Green Gables, they built a scale model of the Canadian seaside village in Ashibetsu When the private theme park went bankrupt in 1997 free to visit and staffed by volunteers though it still has all the trappings of the fictional town of Avonlea There are full-sized Victorian-style row houses surrounding a paved roundabout lit by iron street lamps including Anne's farmhouse with the famous green gables authentically modeled on Montgomery's descriptions and accompanied by brief excerpts from the novel Saccharine piano music is piped in over speakers both inside and outside buildings An old-fashioned train runs around the pond at the center of the town Directional signs bear the park's logo and a cartoon drawing of Anne with her signature braids and straw hat with the text "Anne of Canadian World".  Visitors to the park often find it mostly empty which is relatively out of the way compared to most of Japan and receives heavy snowfall in winter months The park is boarded up during its off-season and some predict that it's only a matter of years before it simply doesn't reopen in the spring Japan's love for Anne Shirley is still going strong which some speculate stemmed from a national feeling of post-war orphanhood or "Red Haired Anne") is still widely circulated Plenty of old carney magic still haunts this photogenic amusement park A crumbling wizard is one of the final reminders of a roadside Middle Earth This western-themed amusement park is host to a large number of decaying animatronic cowboys This medieval castle was painted pink as part of a now-abandoned children's theme park Strange beasts lurking in a garden are all that remain of a quirky The decaying remains of a 1960s mechanical wonderland that never officially closed An abandoned Victorian-era amusement park is rusting away amidst luxury houses Bear attacks across Japan have mounted to the highest level since records began in 2006 marking the worst known year for bear attacks in the country The Environment Ministry said that there were 193 bear attacks nationwide in the eight months since April Photograph shows a road sign to beware of bears in Ashibetsu Seventy percent of the attacks occurred in northeastern Japan Thirty people were attacked by the animal in November Bears usually go into hibernation from late November to December but ministry officials warned more attacks are possible Disinformation report hotline: 010-85061466 Event At music festivals and outdoor festivals held in the great outdoors of Hokkaido Here are 15 of Hokkaido's best summer festivals from well-known festivals to those being held for the first time this year Why not make the best memories in Hokkaido this summer This outdoor rock festival is one of the four biggest festivals in Japan and is representative of Hokkaido It started in 1999 as Japan's first full-scale all-night outdoor rock festival With a variety of stages of different sizes built across the vast land of Ishikari and surrounded by the scenery and atmosphere of Hokkaido It was established in 2010 as an event that combines music Many artists will perform on a total of five indoor and outdoor stages The food court serves gourmet food made with local ingredients from Iwamizawa and Minami Sorachi There is also an adjacent amusement park with over 40 attractions so you can enjoy the festival in a variety of ways PMF (Pacific Music Festival) is a classical music festival held in various locations from indoors in concert halls to outdoor performances on outdoor stages This outdoor event allows you to enjoy the fantastical sea fog There will also be live DJ performances and performances by famous artists where you can enjoy gourmet food unique to Kushiro and a barbecue corner where anyone can come empty-handed The festival will be held at a venue surrounded by cliffs called Ganke Feel," the event is packed with the charms of Shintoku Town which was selected as Saunaer of the Year 2022 and gourmet food made with Tokachi ingredients This is a new outdoor event in Sapporo with the theme of "CRAFT: A Boat Made by Everyone." The appeal of this event is that you can enjoy music In addition to the individual performances of the artists you can also enjoy special live performances that you don't usually get to see will be hosting its first outdoor live music event where you can enjoy music and the outdoors Live music will be held on the stage at WIND PLAZA and tent sites will be set up for camping in the Escon Field Other outdoor events and SUP experiences will also be held making it a fun event for the whole family held for the first time at Furano Ski Resort is based on the concept of "Resonating with the Five Senses - MIX ENTERTAINMENT -" and combines music Artists from various genres will gather from Japan and abroad to heat up the Furano Basin it is an event that can be enjoyed by children and adults alike with gourmet food made with Furano ingredients A homely festival held under the 360-degree blue sky of Sorachi With the theme of "Festival x Picnic = Fesnic," where you can enjoy music while relaxing on the grass in the great outdoors there will be live performances by artists as well as delicious gourmet food from Hokkaido This year's motto is "Kodomo Odoru," and there are plans for a variety of content that can be enjoyed by both adults and children A multi-purpose entertainment festival that makes the most of Tomakomai City's attractive location making it a fun event for people of all ages and genders The venue is divided into a paid area where you can enjoy live artist performances and a free area with a mini stage and food and various content will be held in each area An event where you can enjoy various performances such as music The stage performances by artists gathered from all over the world which will be held on five stages and six areas and miscellaneous goods will also be gathered from all over the world at the venue Don't miss the moment the sun goes down and the performances with the night view spreading out before you The night sky of Ashibetsu will be lit up with music there will also be live performances by musicians and stage performances by civic groups there will also be a row of stalls selling local specialties and authentic gourmet food A festival inviting various creators to take place in the rich nature of Lake Toya such as food and drink stalls from inside and outside Toyako Town Bonfires are also prepared at the campsite so you can enjoy a relaxing camping experience Otaru's annual summer outdoor music event The venue is the parking lot of the Otaru Port Pier 3 Cruise Ship Terminal where you can enjoy music while feeling the sea breeze up close Bands that perform come from nearby areas such as Sapporo and Otaru and they will perform a variety of music genres This event was created with the desire to "warm up the city of Tomakomai heating up the center of Tomakomai under the motto "Become a beacon of pride for the city." 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It has wide windows that offer passengers an uninterrupted view of the scenery as well as cozy lounges furnished with tables and chairs says it has yet to decide what to do with the train after its retirement one roundtrip will be made on each of the two days All 156 seats will be for reservation only Tickets cost 4,810 yen for a one-way trip between Sapporo and Furano and 7,540 yen for a roundtrip after a special discount The Hokkaido Shimbun Press Killing of bear relieves Sapporo residents but draws flak outside Hokkaido Male orangutan in Hokkaido zoo raises sister after loss of mother Sushi restaurant starts 8-month chef training amid lack of young entrants To have the latest news and stories delivered to your inbox Simply enter your email address below and an email will be sent through which to complete your subscription Please check your inbox for a confirmation email Thank you for reaching out to us.We will get back to you as soon as possible Chisom Michael Chisom Michael is a data analyst (audience engagement) and writer at BusinessDay with diverse experience in the media industry He holds a BSc in Industrial Physics from Imo State University and an MEng in Computer Science and Technology from Liaoning Univerisity of Technology China profiles and leveraging his skills in audience engagement analysis and data-driven insights to create compelling content that resonates with readers $(document).ready(function(){(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({})}); Please view the main text area of the page by skipping the main menu. The page may not be displayed properly if the JavaScript is deactivated on your browser Japanese version Event The season of fireworks festivals that brighten up Hokkaido's summer is coming Here we will introduce you to all the information about the fireworks festivals that will create summer memories This sea festival is held on Kamome Island a beautiful small island beloved by many people as a symbol of Esashi In addition to the usual stage events such as singing shows and traditional performing arts there are also booths where you can enjoy the flavors of Esashi Source: T×TGARAGE 12th Makomanai Fireworks Festival Official Website This year marks the 12th anniversary of the event and 22,000 fireworks will be launched into the sky along with a mix of fireworks The fireworks launched by the nationally famous "Nihonbashi Marutamaya" and "Beniya Aoki Fireworks" are a wonderful light art that will brighten up the summer To commemorate the Fighters' 50th anniversary over 6,000 fireworks will be set off to accompany the entrance music and footage of legendary players The fireworks can be viewed from inside the ESCON Field after the game ends and the atmosphere will be livened up by the special 50th anniversary production This is a major event held in Hamatonbetsu Town with the aim of connecting people with nature at Lake Kutcharo the northernmost wetland registered under the Ramsar Convention in Japan where many migratory birds come to rest their wings It is a water log crossing race and various other events The beautiful fireworks that light up the lake are also popular You can enjoy fireworks and food in the natural surroundings of the National Takino Suzuran Hillside Park on the outskirts of Sapporo there are also many stage events and raffles so you can camp while enjoying the fireworks The third annual Memurocho Fireworks Festival "Kanon" was launched by volunteers who wanted to revive the local fireworks festival that had disappeared and to create memories for children Food and drink booths will be set up at the venue The eve of the festival will also feature a beer garden and karaoke competition which began in commemoration of the establishment of Marine Day is now one of the three major fireworks festivals in Hakodate and is a popular fireworks festival that heralds the arrival of summer in Hakodate This year's theme is "Cinema under the Stars." Hakodate Port will be transformed into a giant movie theater and various performances will liven up the venue there will be a junior concert and the traditional "Sennin Odori" dance that parades through the city there will be a "boat rowing race" that you can enjoy The nighttime fireworks display will color the finale of Nemuro's short summer and the festival The Ebetsu Fireworks are characterized by a competition between Japanese fireworks makers You can watch the fireworks from up close from the venue seats There are also plans for stage events and food trucks to open at the venue This is one of the fireworks festivals representing the Furano area with around 7,000 fireworks launched into the sky The fireworks seen in the setting of the lavender fields in full bloom have a beauty unlike any other fireworks festival and the impact is even more intense when viewed from the slopes of the surrounding hills "Kuki" refers to the large schools of herring that come to spawn and this festival is held to commemorate the past when the area prospered from herring fishing There is also a taste corner where you can enjoy local seafood and events you can participate in such as "All-you-can-eat sea urchins and scallops," and the fireworks you can watch while looking out over Benten Island on the coast are very impressive and the fireworks reflecting off the black mirror-like surface of the sea brightly light up the summer night sky This fireworks festival held in a seaside town is also recommended as a combination with swimming and camping In addition to the usual all-you-can-eat shijimi clams the Teshio River will be lit up with fireworks This event is held as the finale of the historic "Hidaka Tree Spirit Festival," which gives thanks to the trees of the forest and the legendary dragon as its guardian Approximately 2,500 fireworks will be launched into the sky beautifully lighting up the summer night as the festival continues This fireworks festival is popular among Sapporo residents as a seasonal event that heralds the arrival of summer in Sapporo The fireworks launched from Toyohira River are divided into three parts including star mines and elaborate creative fireworks You can also watch the fireworks up close from the fishing port and experience the powerful sound and light of over 700 fireworks a seasonal event that colors the summer in Chitose will be renovated this year and the venue will be changed to the Ground Self-Defense Force Kita-Chitose Garrison which are larger and more expansive than usual are scheduled to be launched in four parts was started as an opportunity to pass on Otaru's history and culture to the next generation and to pray for the development of Otaru The city center is lively with the "Ushio Furekomi" (dance parade) and stalls and the main fireworks display attracts many local residents and tourists This is the biggest event in Shintotsukawa where the whole town enjoys the short summer The popular event is the Mud Bridge Championship where participants slide along a roller conveyor used for sorting agricultural produce and compete to see who can get closest to a pool of mud The fireworks display is held on the eve of the festival began as a memorial service for those who drowned in the lake It is bustling with events and outdoor stalls and the "Memorial Lantern Floating" event The fireworks are reflected on the lake's surface like large flowers and the beauty of the event is captivating located about two hours by ferry from Wakkanai but the fireworks display is held in conjunction with the Oniwaki area and the surface of the sea is vividly colored A large-scale festival held in Tomakomai every summer a citizen dance parade through the city center and a marching festival liven up the city of Tomakomai The "Tomamin Tomakomai Centennial Fireworks" and the fireworks launched against the backdrop of the pitch-black sea are a spectacular sight Fresh seafood that can only be found in a port town is lined up and there are also character shows and various stage events It is a summer festival that can be enjoyed by both adults and children which is like a "wave," and the fireworks display will heat up the summer in Iwanai Town Nakatonbetsu Town is popular for its "45th Degree Latitude Shibare Festival" held in the winter but this festival is what gets the whole town excited in the summer Events include the All-Japan Water Balloon Catching Championship and the excitement reaches a climax with a fireworks display This festival started with hand-held fireworks by volunteers from the Chamber of Commerce and Industry and is now a summer event in Niseko Town where about 1,500 fireworks are set off There is time for children to enjoy hand-held fireworks as well making it a fireworks festival that can be enjoyed by both adults and children while retaining the flavor of a small hometown the "village where stars fall," where you can enjoy events and gourmet food and the venue is enveloped in a fantastical space This is a major event that colors the short summer in the northernmost city The first icebreaker used in the Antarctic observation in the homeland of the Sakhalin Huskies Taro and Jiro was the "Sōya" and the festival has continued since its name was associated with the Antarctic the festival is livened up by two dances that represent Wakkanai: the "Hokkai Teppen Odori" and the "Antarctic Odori" is a vast park where you can also enjoy camping It also has hot spring accommodation and an observatory The fireworks you can enjoy at this scenic spot This festival is held in Higashikagura Town and is unique to the "town of flowers." There are many flower-related events such as a giveaway of flower seedlings on a first-come and a flower parade in which townspeople march to the tune of the "Hana no Machi Ondo." There are also outdoor stalls a "townspeople musical performance," a face-in sign competition fireworks and laser shows light up the night sky with flowers This is the largest fireworks festival in the northern Hokkaido area In addition to events such as stage attractions the fireworks can be seen up close in the water and the beautiful fireworks reflected on the sea surface are dynamic After enjoying the sunset over the Sea of Japan which has been selected as one of the "100 Best Sunsets in Japan," you can enjoy the fireworks festival It is also popular as Hokkaido's largest fireworks festival the traditional Nishiki Kamuro fireworks fill the night sky bringing the festival to a fantastic close This is the largest festival in Shikabe Town and everyone from children to adults can enjoy games and stage shows The fireworks display that marks the climax of the festival is the largest in southern Hokkaido and the fireworks launched near the fishing port are spectacular Approximately 3,400 star mines and special fireworks will paint the night sky in a spectacular display This fireworks display will be held during the "Fighters Super Summer Festival" event over 6,000 fireworks will light up the night sky with the roof open The dynamic production and music synchronized with the fireworks will turn the field into a dance floor-like space The night view from Otaru's Tenguyama is popular as one of the "Three Great Night Views of Hokkaido," and the fireworks that unfold along with the night view from the mountaintop are spectacular so access is good and you can easily enjoy the luxurious scenery of the night view and fireworks previously known as the "Hokkaido Moerenuma Artistic Fireworks" will be renamed the "Hokkaido Artistic Fireworks" set off by the country's best fireworks artists elevating traditional fireworks festivals to the level of art You can enjoy world-class fireworks entertainment This will be the first fireworks display to be held at the Sapporo Dome a fireworks manufacturer that won the top prize at the 2022 National Fireworks Competition is scheduled to display star mines and other fireworks Approximately 18,000 fireworks will be launched in time with music from the outdoor seating area that can accommodate 16,000 people This is the biggest event in Kushiro city and it brings the end of summer to a spectacular start "Donpaku" was named after the "don" sound of the fireworks and the act of eating delicious food The highlight of the event is not only the delicious food stalls and events but also the largest fireworks display in Hokkaido This year marks the 43rd anniversary of the fireworks festival The fireworks are set off on boats moving around the lake so you can see the whole of Toyako Onsen town Enjoying the fireworks while soaking in the hot springs is a unique experience at Toyako Onsen This fireworks display is held in Jigokudani The highlight is the spectacular sight of the "Yukijin" hot spring gods living in Jigokudani unleashing powerful demon fireworks into the night sky like an eruption which are meant to pray for the happiness of all people and protection from disaster drawing roars of excitement from the crowd A fireworks festival is held during the summer vacation period at Rusutsu Resort a popular amusement park and a variety of activities to enjoy 1,200 fireworks are set off in time with music creating a fantastical and dynamic collaboration of sound and light that is very popular *Each event may be subject to change or cancellation so please check the official website before participating