Atelier MEME has completed the Iwatani Academy ‘Dairy Farming × IT’ Specialized School in Nakashibetsu Town, Hokkaido, Japan‘s first school combining dairy farming with IT education The school addresses the local region’s primary industry—dairy farming—by integrating modern IT/ICT technologies into its curriculum which is designed to train a new generation of professionals capable of advancing the efficiency of dairy farming operations through technology The architectural concept centers around a series of ‘homes’ of varying sizes symbolizing different spaces for classrooms These structures are arranged along an elongated east-west axis linked by human-scale passages that create intimate spaces for relaxation and interaction between students The design balances public and private zones by introducing a comfortable distance between the different building volumes establishing a home-like environment conducive to learning all images courtesy of Atelier MEME fenceless landscape fosters community engagement and interaction with the local population while the school’s collaboration with local authorities and community members plays a significant role in its design equipped with large sliding windows and movable partitions supporting its integration into the local community The design approach followed by Atelier MEME architectural office emphasizes the importance of connection both in the physical structure and the school’s broader role in revitalizing Nakashibetsu Town By fostering a sense of community and advancing dairy farming technologies the school hopes to retain local talent and contribute to reversing the region’s population decline and community engagement reflects a thoughtful response to the town’s social and economic challenges Iwatani Academy in Nakashibetsu is Japan’s first school to combine dairy farming with IT education the design consists of ‘homes’ of different sizes the arrangement of the school buildings introduces a natural flow the design encourages a balance between public and private zones the school hopes to retain local talent in Nakashibetsu the fenceless landscape integrates the school with its surroundings large sliding windows in the tech labs allow the spaces to serve dual functions for education and relaxation a series of human-scale passages connect the structures creating intimate spaces for student interaction the design blends educational spaces with communal areas the design reflects the school’s aim to support the modernization of dairy farming through advanced IT/ICT training name: Iwatani Academy ‘Dairy Farming × IT’ Specialized School architect: Atelier MEME | @atelier_meme2013 designboom has received this project from our DIY submissions feature, where we welcome our readers to submit their own work for publication. see more project submissions from our readers here. edited by: christina vergopoulou | designboom AXOR presents three bathroom concepts that are not merely places of function but destinations in themselves — sanctuaries of style September 27, 2019JPEG February 27, 2020JPEG From above, the Konsen Plateau in eastern Hokkaido offers a remarkable sight: a massive grid that spreads across the rural landscape like a checkerboard. As seen in this pair of natural-color images, the pattern is clear year-round—even under a blanket of snow. Both images were acquired by the Operational Land Imager (OLI) on Landsat 8 The strips are forested windbreaks—180-meter (590-foot) wide rows of coniferous trees that help shelter grasslands and animals from Hokkaido’s sometimes harsh weather In addition to blocking winds and blowing snow during frigid they help prevent winds from scattering soil and manure during the warmer months in this major dairy farming region of Japan less regular strips are forested areas along streams The Japanese government began creating the windbreaks in the 1890s as part of an effort to colonize the area they simply cleared squares into the broadleaf forests that were already there at the time Planners used a grid pattern inspired by land development and farming practices popular at the time in pioneer areas of the midwestern and central United States as bits of windbreaks were cleared for timber or by wildfires the broadleaf forests were replaced by plantings of larch and spruce that make up most of the windbreaks today NASA Earth Observatory images by Lauren Dauphin, using Landsat data from the U.S. Geological Survey. Story by Adam Voiland View this area in EO Explorer Forest buffers help protect grazing land and animals from the Japanese island's cold The turquoise waters of Ngangla Ringco add vivid color to the otherwise brown landscape in this part of the Tibetan Plateau these true- and false-color images show part of northeastern China shortly after a severe snowstorm and clouds range in color from pale peach to white Spots Cherry Blossom・Autumn Leaves The Kitami and eastern Hokkaido areas are blessed with many natural locations and you can enjoy not only cherry blossoms but also a variety of other flowers and animals in the spacious parks and natural surroundings we will introduce 7 cherry blossom/hanami spots in the eastern Hokkaido area near Kitami that are perfect for this coming season Approximately 30,000 flowers of 85 different species bloom in each season on a vast site roughly the size of six Tokyo Domes you can see flowers such as Ezo mountain cherry blossoms you can enjoy the beautiful combination of flowers and greenery This is Kitami City's most famous cherry blossom spot with about 650 Siberian wild cherry trees blooming on the mountainside rows of cherry trees including double-flowered cherry trees and Yoshino cherry trees are lined up and many cherry trees bloom at the neighboring Kotohira Shrine so the entire mountain is covered in cherry blossoms festivals are held during the cherry blossom season that the whole family can enjoy This is a vast park of about 65 hectares that is filled with colorful flowers from the top to the base of a hill and on clear days you can see all the way to the Sea of Okhotsk The Twin Cherry Trees are two Siberian cherry trees that stand side by side on the hill behind the Tsubetsu Wood Craft Museum Kinos A picture book themed around this tree has also been published close appearance gives viewers a mysterious sense of happiness the Recreation Park is filled with the vivid blooms of Ezoyamazakura and Shibazakura and in the summer you can enjoy outdoor activities such as barbecues and picnics in the fall you can enjoy the autumn leaves There is also a children's playground where children can play with rope climbing and in spring the cherry blossoms around the falls bloom and from June to August you can see cherry salmon jumping over the falls This is a rare spot to see the beautiful scenery of the spring cherry blossoms and waterfall the strength of the cherry salmon from June onwards and the fish turning pink in August as spawning approaches Nakashibetsu Town Maruyama Park was built on the former riverbed of the Shibetsu River At the yakiniku corner under the 200 cherry trees you can enjoy cherry blossom viewing while eating yakiniku and from the mountain in the center of the park you can get a panoramic view of the city There is also a local museum in the park where you can learn about the history of the town's pioneering days [7 minutes walk from Sapporo Station] Enjoy hot springs A comfortable stay at the 605-room "Sapporo Hotel by Granbell" [Updated for 2025] A complete guide to accessing Daiwa House Premist Dome (Sapporo Dome) and nearby hotels "So cute it's unfair" - Feel the healing power of a sleeping miniature horse [Information on the early opening on April 25th] Sapporo Odori's newest attraction Floor details and highlights of "4PLA" opening in summer 2025 A hotel in the center of Sapporo with a superb sauna and large public bath Experience the warmth that is unique to Hokkaido at "Danyuki Sapporo" [2025 Edition] 10 recommended cherry blossom spots near Asahikawa and the northern Hokkaido area Enjoy outdoor activities while viewing the cherry blossoms 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 The new facility is expected to be operational from March 2027 has announced plans to invest Y48bn ($331m) in the construction of a new domestic dairy production facility in Nakashibetsu Building the new plant will allow the company to “reorganise” its manufacturing sites in the region The yet-to-be-named site will replace the “deteriorating facilities” at Meiji’s Nishi Shunbetsu and Honbetsu plants and allow for more “stable provision of dairy products” Nishi Shunbetsu focuses on the production of non-fat dry milk while Honbetsu makes concentrated skimmed milk and cream The new 230,258 square metre space will continue to make all products formally made at Honbetsu and Nishi Shunbetsu Products will be made for both retail and B2B purposes Don’t let policy changes catch you off guard Stay proactive with real-time data and expert analysis Meiji, a subsidiary of Meiji Holdings Co. said the facility will have production capacity of 430,000 tons of raw milk a year with the expectation that this will eventually increase to 500,000 tons The group added that the site will have “sustainable added value that is friendly for people and the environment” and allow the business to “increase the inherent value of milk in addition to our existing [dairy] products” It is unclear how many jobs will be impacted by the Honbetsu and Nishi Shunbetsu closures nor is it known whether employees will be able to transfer to the new location Meiji said it will on “labour reduction” at the new site via “IoT [internet of things] and facility automation” The technology will help the company “pursue productivity improvements” and develop a more “comfortable work environment” The multi-million investment will also be used to implement “new technology and production methods” to cut down carbon emissions and groundwater drainage by 50% Construction has been scheduled to commence in April next year with the space expected to be operational by March 2027 Production at Nishi Shunbetsu is due to cease in May 2027 Meiji said its investment in the new site would have a “minor” impact on its financial results for the year In its consolidated financial results for the first six months of the fiscal year ending March 2024 Meiji Holdings booked a 5.5% increase in net sales from 2022 Its operating profit was also up 2.9% at Y44bn In 2020, the group announced it was setting up a new unit in China for the production and marketing of milk yogurt and confectionery in the south-eastern city of Guangzhou Nominations are now open for the prestigious Just Food Excellence Awards - 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A series based on diplomatic documents declassified by Japan’s Foreign Ministry Here is a collection of first-hand accounts by “hibakusha” atomic bomb survivors chefs and others involved in the field of food introduce their special recipes intertwined with their paths in life A series about Japanese-Americans and their memories of World War II In-house News and Messages No reproduction or republication without written permission ” My vision is to be among a thousand galloping horses with children astride them,” said Hata Masanori the legendary zoologist and writer known as Mutsugoro whose kindness and wisdom shone in his eyes  Having Lake Mashu on the west and Shari Dake mountain on north Nakashibetsu is in a vast plain of eastern Hokkaido  In a town with great nature where the main industry is dairy farming  The pasture started as a branch of Mutsugoro Animal Kingdom which was also located in Hokkaido as a project organized by Mutsugoro from the 1970s we shall learn about the life of Mutsugoro  After studying zoology in the Faculty of Science at  the University of Tokyo he started to work in a company which produces educational films of science he began to publish essays and novels about animals with his nickname  The opportunity that he got famous throughout Japan is when he started to appear in a TV program which showed his life with animals in Hokkaido and around the world  His open minded character and boldness toward any animals dragged the attention of viewers Mutsugoro became an icon of the animal lover in Japan  Although Mutsugoro Animal Kingdom changed the form into Mutsu Pasture specialized in horses in its long history We got a chance to meet Mutsugoro after having a horse ride in deep snow  While a dog was walking around Mutsugoro as if protecting his owner  When we asked him what is the thing he wants to succeed to the next generations in Hokkaido  “Did you ride on the horses?” he continued “They can communicate with people without any words  It took 50 years to bring them like this”  He explained to us how it is amusing to ride a horse in deep snow he experienced a formation with 1200 horses  He always started from the very behind to challenge how many horses he could pass  His eyes telling the story were as pure as a boy’s  “I want to let children have the experience of making a formation with 30 or 50 horses”  “Horses” and “Children” Tsuyama is one of two men who works in Mutsu Pasture he was fascinated with the essays written by Mutsugoro it brought him to Hokkaido all the way from Okinawa to see Mutsugoro once there were many young men who wanted to work with Mutsugoro which was a trouble for Mutsugoro because he could not hire everyone  Tsuyama was not expecting to work with him either but consequently thanks to his personality Tsuyama has been working with Mutsugoro for 38 years  “I think I haven’t even attained 1% of what Mutsu-san wanted to do he started to praise us,” said Tsuyama  His inherited philosophy of Mutsugoro is indeed utilized to train horses  “What I learned from Mutsu-san that is something indescribable.”  All his words implied the will to continue the Pasture  Their current target is to increase horses up to 30 or 40 and enable a classroom full of children to enjoy horse riding together  This project is what they used to hold and they were amazed how quickly children acquire it  When they took care of children for a week most of them were able to run with a horse at the end  This is of course due to the absorbability of children but also the character of the horses in Mutsu Pasture.  There is no barn or place to tie horses in the pasture so that they grow very open minded  A visitor participates in the horse riding activity in Mutsu Pasture one experiences bringing a horse out from the pasture  Each step builds a relationship with a horse  This is something you cannot experience in other pastures Mutsugoro and his colleagues started to post videos to their YouTube channel called “Mutsugoro 656”  One thing that Mutsugoro wants to do in life is to talk about one million species of animals living on earth  Posting a million videos would be tough so they set a goal to post 656 (could be read as Mutsugoro in Japanese) he talks about the features of each animal there are English subtitles on so that the readers of this article can visit the channel and discover his world Now you might have understood the story of Mutsugoro he explored the world and tackled the mystery of animals  His love and philosophy of animals is now being succeeded to the next generation  Come to Nakashibetsu to see what Mutsu Pasture is exactly like  This is where the distance of a horse and a human is closest in the world ©2022-2025 Hokkaido Tourism Organization 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 better known by the nickname “Mutsugoro” and famous for his books and television programs featuring animals died of a heart attack at a hospital in Nakashibetsu A native of the southwestern Japan city of Fukuoka Hata studied biology at the University of Tokyo and then joined education company Gakken Co. where he engaged in projects such as creating documentary films The animal researcher fully started to pursue writing after leaving the company in 1968 and won the Essayist Club of Japan Prize in the same year for animal-themed essay collection “Warera Dobutsu Mina Kyodai.” He later won the Kikuchi Kan Prize for works depicting his experiences of spending time with animals Hata moved to Hokkaido in 1971 and opened Mutsugoro Animal Kingdom the following year His TV program “Mutsugoro to Yukai na Nakamatachi” became a hit running for over 20 years since the first episode was aired in 1980 He also directed 1986 movie “The Adventures of Milo and Otis,” which featured a kitten and a pug puppy Event I want to compare the tastiest milk from Hokkaido... The "Hokkaido Premium Milk Fair" will be held at Kita Kitchen Aurora Town in Sapporo from August 3 (Wed.) to fulfill this wish Fresh milk and yogurt from as many as 18 farms and producers in Hokkaido will be gathered under one roof 1. 18 farms and producers from Hokkaido 2 . "Sapporo Coffee Milk" project started on August 3 3 . coverage of "Uno Farm," a dairy farm that focuses on pasturage Eighteen farms and producers from Hokkaido will participate in the "Hokkaido Premium Milk Fair You may encounter what you have been looking for or be reunited with something you have tasted before commented on his thoughts in planning the "Hokkaido Premium Milk Fair We decided to hold this "Premium Milk Fair" in order to provide an opportunity for those of us who live in Hokkaido to discover the appeal of milk once again and to rediscover the true taste of milk and the rich individuality of milk that is the result of the producer's passion We have collected about 50 items of milk and yogurt including products available only during the fair We look forward to seeing you at the store the first 200 customers to purchase at least 1,000 yen (including tax) will receive a free milk coupon the "Sapporo Coffee Milk" project will be held from August 3 (Wed.) at the same time in Sapporo City Eighteen stores in Sapporo started to offer their original coffee milk which is a combination of Hokkaido milk and coffee roasted in Sapporo Efforts to promote the taste and appeal of Hokkaido's milk are being launched one after another it may be a good idea to cool down and enjoy original coffee milk combined with the deliciousness of Hokkaido The power of "pasturage" to produce "the best milk" with a refreshing taste and sweet aroma Expanding the circle of exchange in Minami-ku a community market created by students together with the local community Enjoy seasonal spring gourmet food and Golden Week 10 recommended events in Hokkaido [May 2025] 5 recommended events in Sapporo [May 2nd - 6th 5 easy-to-participate social good events in Hokkaido [May 2025] [2025 Edition] 16 Flower Events in Hokkaido: Cherry blossoms Japanese version a golf tournament organized by DP World Tour (formerly the European Tour) with the International Sports Promotion Society as the title sponsor will be held from April 25 to 28 at the Taiheiyo Club’s Gotemba Course in Gotemba The ISPS is a charity organization founded by philanthropist Haruhisa Handa that contributes to social welfare and international cooperation through sports co-organized by the Japan Golf Tour Organization including stars such as four-time major winner Ernie Els and three-time DP World Tour winner Christiaan Bezuidenhout from South Africa as well as four-time DP World Tour winner Rafa Cabrera-Bello from Spain compete for over $2.2 million in prize money Looking ahead to Yokohama’s Green × Expo 2027 established by the Association of Southeast Asian Nations member states and Japan produced a series of documentary videos that take a closer look at women from ASEAN countries who are active in Japan There are about 500,000 women from ASEAN in Japan and these videos introduce one from each of the 10 member states Their reasons for coming to and staying in Japan vary each one is working hard to accomplish her dream Although the pandemic has reduced opportunities to communicate with the people around us we decided to create these AJC videos to show how women from ASEAN are continuing to try despite knowing their efforts may never draw attention back home Let’s take a look at how the journeys of these 10 fantastic women are deepening the relationship between ASEAN and Japan Sarah Wong Seow Chui discovered aikido in 2007 while working as an advocate and solicitor in Brunei Darussalam she decided to spend a year in Japan to devote more of her time to the martial art at the Aikikai Hombu Dojo in Tokyo which deepened her passion for aikido and gave her a purpose in life She began working as an English teacher at Berlitz Japan in 2014 while continuing to train and recently earned her yondan (fourth-degree black belt) making her the first Bruneian aikido practitioner to attain this high rank “The road to this point has been challenging but I am grateful for the support that my family aikido family and my husband have given me all this time,” she said who is an active player and contributor in ice hockey has been instrumental in her aikido pursuits Aikido is not yet a popular martial art in Brunei but Wong wishes to promote and share this beautiful martial art when she returns to her country Eng Kimpheng rebounded from tragedy after losing her father and brother in short succession and becoming unemployed while taking care of her mother and financing the education of her younger brother and sister Eng said it was the warm encouragement of her host father in Japan that helped her overcome this moment of great loss and persevere for the sake of her family Eng earned her MBA in Japan and now works for Fuji Realty in Kanagawa Prefecture She is thankful for her current environment having overcome difficulties by connecting with others “I want to help others while steadily moving forward in my own life towards my future goals.” she takes time to think things over alone in an unfamiliar environment She is a strong person in the truest sense of the word having learned that by thrusting herself into the unknown Calista Chang is studying Japanese cuisine in Osaka Chang was exposed to Japanese culture through anime and other media when she was a child she decided to study at the Tsuji Culinary Institute each and every detail and gesture has meaning and it is important not only to have technique it is possible to approach the essence of Japanese cuisine Chang is absorbing various things on a daily basis while enjoying life in the city’s downtown area Her dream is to open a restaurant in Indonesia that serves authentic Japanese cuisine she hopes to be a person who connects Indonesia and Japan Opportunities to eat its cuisine are very limited and while its neighbor Thailand is famous for its popular food Sinthana Chounramany hopes to change all this The Laos native has decided to make the most of her culinary skills to promote awareness of her home country’s culture The road to opening the Pha Khao Asia Kitchen in Hiratsuka The language barrier was a major obstacle as she had to prepare various documents in Japanese who obtained Japanese citizenship as a refugee from Indochina supported her in his spare time while working at an electronics maker After tackling the restaurant’s interior decoration and public relations challenges together the family’s efforts culminated in a home-made grand opening in 2021 right in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic With support from the Laotian community in Hiratsuka and she hopes it will be able to serve as a platform for the public to learn more about Laotian culture A former network analyst for a major Malaysian company skin care enthusiast Zunita Ramli got into business importing and selling Japanese cosmetics out of a relentless quest for beauty before deciding to expand her business and develop and export her own original Japanese skin care products “I learned everything I know about beauty from scratch,” said Zunita and my friend who is a chemist also taught me.” Zunita says passion for beauty is what drives her to overcome obstacles Her company is uniquely structured in that all its staff members are in Malaysia and only Zunita is in Japan all internal communications at the company are conducted online which is very much in keeping with current trends Beautiful skin makes women happy because it gives them confidence Zunita says she will be very happy if she can make many women smile Phyu Phyu Thet had been hoping to study in Japan since she was a little girl and eventually received a scholarship to study urban planning as a graduate student at Hiroshima University she was forced to do her research online for her first year Her interest in Japan was sparked by the TV drama “Oshin.” As Phyu Phyu Thet came to admire the lead character Oshin who persevered and worked despite the harsh environment around her “I want to be someone who can work hard like Oshin.” And indeed she heads to the laboratory even when there are no classes is a new city that was built to replace Yangon as the administrative capital Naypyidaw’s transportation system is still in its infancy But its convenience will be enhanced while considering the environmental issues the city will face as it develops Creating a new image for the country and a bus service for public transportation will require her to tap the experiences she had in Hiroshima “I want to be a singer.” After her natural talent for singing became obvious to everyone around her she would participate but winning was not easy Talent is not the only thing that determines success in the performing arts she had an opportunity to be featured on a famous TV show Her beloved father was so happy that he told everyone “My daughter is going to be on TV Take a look!” The day after the broadcast she met her future producer Haruo Yoda right after her father passed It was the moment when she decided to make her debut as a singer in Japan “It’s okay if things don’t go the way you want we are still in the middle of our journey.” Now she feels happy that her singing voice can cheer people up Beverly was named top new artist in Japan’s 2017 RecoChoku Awards and her album one of Oh Xuemin’s teachers realized she had perfect pitch and invited her to join the choir and even dreamed of going into the hospitality industry “You teach better than anyone else!” That was when she discovered her talent for teaching so she got a job as a Chinese teacher at a preschool and started teaching music in extracurricular classes later launching her own ukulele school Minim for children she found it difficult to continue her business But she trained a staff member who had been an assistant teacher and turned her into the main teacher Oh learned that trusting people and delegating roles make a business stronger Ubonthip “Bonny” Sethtasakko came to Japan in 2011 When she and her husband Teerapat Sethtasakko started providing information about Japan online in 2017 they hopped on the inbound travel trend and saw their Facebook soar to over 740,000 they expanded their activities to YouTube and began producing introductions to various parts of Japan under Krobkrueng Japan for their website and social media accounts from site selection and interview negotiations to introducing shooting and editing the videos and communicating with their followers Sethtasakko is a freelancer who needs autonomy to survive She became more aware of the need for self-discipline when her husband encouraged her to participate in the Tokyo Marathon but I don’t want to regret it,” she thought to herself during the race she kept running and successfully reached the finish line before the cutoff time Sethtasakko learned that hard work always pays off Her story shows us that behind the glamorous appearance of an influencer there is always an internal battle being waged against oneself Six months after coming to Japan as a student Doan Le Hai Ngoc experienced the Great East Japan Earthquake She volunteered to help in quake-hit areas through activities organized by her university Through her experience with a park built on unused municipal land she learned that urban development has the power to bring smiles to the faces of many people Doan is now involved in a redevelopment project around Shibuya Station including municipal governments and private companies have come together to create a more attractive city despite ordinances and other restrictions Urban development is not an activity for those who desire instant gratification because development projects take a lot of time and the involvement of many parties where the flame needs to be passed from one person to another to keep it alive as it reaches its goal She hopes her dream of gaining experience in Japan and participating in urban development projects in her own country someday will come true Note: The information in this article and video was current at the time of the interviews (December 2021 to March 2022) for the purpose of promoting peace and economic growth ASEAN is an important economic partner of Japan and the association and Japan are bound by trust to protect and nurture our diverse cultures together to deepen our understanding of each other through exchange The ASEAN-Japan Centre was established in 1981 to promote trade relations tourism and people-to-people exchanges through seminars cross-cultural events and public relations As 2023 will mark the 50th year of ASEAN-Japan friendship and cooperation the AJC will conduct commemorative projects to promote bilateral and multilateral exchanges between ASEAN member states and Japan in various fields The AJC will be launching a special anniversary website in the fall Fujitsu crafts sustainable innovation for itself, society There’s no better place for birdwatching than Hokkaido. As many as half of the bird species in Japan can be found in Hokkaido alone, including the iconic red-crowned crane and rare species such as the Steller’s sea eagle, white-tailed eagle, Blakiston’s fish owl, and tufted puffin. Dr. Mark Brazil, an ornithologist, discusses the joys of bird watching in Eastern Hokkaido and gives hints on some of the more off-the-beaten-track locations where truly unique wildlife encounters can be found. Ornithologist, conservationist, journalist Ornithologist, conservationist, journalist, and a leading authority on the natural history of Japan. Dr. Mark Brazil has written many field guides and natural history books that focus on the birds of Japan, and is the founder of Japan Nature Guides. Since 1983 he has been offering nature-based tours of Japan. His latest works, Japan: The Natural History of an Asian Archipelago, and Wild Hokkaido, are both due to be published in 2021. Exemplary of the diverse habitats found in East Hokkaido, Lake Tofutsu—a shallow coastal lagoon in the Abashiri Quasi-National Park, which, in summer, is surrounded by wildflowers and wild roses—is a migratory stopover place for thousands of swans, geese, ducks, and grebes. Equally worth visiting is the Notsuke Peninsula, which has a unique ecosystem that makes it a great environment for spotting Japan’s iconic red-crowned crane, the emblematic bird of Japan. Another good spot Dr. Brazil recommends for viewing Steller’s sea eagle is Lake Mashu, in Teshikaga-cho, about two hours’ drive from Rausu-cho on the Shiretoko Peninsula. “On the Mashu crater rim, you can look down on eagles soaring over the lake. So for me that’s a special combination, where you’ve got a fantastic bird, and fantastic scenery at the same place. It’s a wonderful feeling, a wonderful sensation.” If you happen to be an early bird, Dr. Brazil recommends that you join the “concert at dawn.” “Soon after dawn, especially in the summer when birds are competing for territory and mates, they’re singing their morning chorus, which is particularly beautiful. Although it’s a great pleasure when you can recognize and pick out the different voices, if you can just hear the chorus and enjoy listening to it, it’s worthwhile getting up early just for that.” ABC News News HomeFather dies sheltering daughter from blizzardShare Father dies sheltering daughter from blizzardTopic:Human Interest Deadly: Snow from the blizzard covers vehicles in Nakashibetsu, Hokkaido, on March 3 (Reuters: Kyodo, file photo) Link copiedShareShare articleA father froze to death while sheltering his nine-year-old daughter from the elements as severe blizzards swept northern Japan over the weekend. Mikio Okada died as he tried to protect his only child, Natsune, against winds of up to 109kph and temperatures that plunged as low as minus 6 degrees Celsius. Mr Okada was one of at least nine people killed in a spate of snow-related incidents as blizzards hit Hokkaido island. He was last heard from at 4pm (local time) on Saturday after he collected Natsune from a school where she was being looked after while he was at work. He called his relatives to say his truck had become stranded in driving snow, which was several metres deep in places, according to newspaper reports. He told them he and Natsune would walk the remaining kilometre to their destination. However, the pair were found just 300 metres from the truck early on Sunday morning. Mr Okada was reportedly found hunched over his daughter, cradling her in his arms and apparently using his body and a warehouse wall to provide shelter. He had taken his jacket off to give to the child, a broadcaster said. The young girl was taken to a hospital near their home at Yubetsu on Hokkaido where she was found to have no serious injuries. Her father was also taken to the hospital where he was officially pronounced dead. Mr Okada's body was uncovered by rescuers looking for the pair after relatives raised the alarm. Natsune is now an orphan, with her mother having died two years ago from an unspecified illness, according to the Yomiuri Shimbun newspaper. The paper quoted neighbours as saying Okada had been a doting father who would often delay the start of his working day to enjoy breakfast with his daughter. His death came as families all over Japan celebrated Girls' Day, a festival in which they gather at home and decorate houses with dolls. "He reserved a cake for his only daughter and was looking forward to celebrating Dolls' Festival together," a neighbour told the Yomiuri. CNN and the BBC World Service which is copyright and cannot be reproduced AEST = Australian Eastern Standard Time which is 10 hours ahead of GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) outdoor camping Camping is a classic outdoor activity to enjoy the magnificent nature of Hokkaido you can enjoy an extraordinary experience in the scenery of each of the four seasons we will introduce 23 campgrounds near Kushiro and in the Nemuro area including campgrounds where you can also enjoy hot springs and lakeside campgrounds with spectacular views Kushiro Yamahana Park Auto Campground is located in a large 570-hectare park that stretches to the west of Kushiro Marshland Facilities include spacious and private tent sites and Kushiro City Fureai Horse Park are located adjacent to the park offering a full range of leisure facilities A campground in an area where tourist facilities such as a roadside station are gathered There are athletic facilities and a railroad museum The adjacent 36-hole park golf course is also popular There is also a menu of hands-on activities such as "woodcraft" to make a red-crowned crane clip and "potato digging" at a farm in the fall This campground with full facilities is surrounded by forest and is famous for its cherry blossoms in spring where you can spend a quiet and relaxing time in the rich nature Nearby is a mountain stream where you can fish and play in the water selected as one of Otobetsu's eight new scenic spots for its magnificent autumn foliage This campground is located on the shores of Lake Tatsukotake It is a great place for marshland exploration where you can observe marshland flora and fauna Visitors can also enjoy walking along the wooden path around the lakeside With private deck sites overlooking the lake this campground is a safe place for beginners to spend time and other activities are also nearby and can be enjoyed in combination with camping This campground is equipped with grass-lined tent sites a nearby animal house where you can meet small animals walking trails where you can spend time among plants and nature making it a fun place for the whole family which looks like a cow when viewed from above has a campground as well as playground equipment and hands-on facilities where visitors can experience ice cream and sausage making This campground is adjacent to a fun "sunayu" (sand bath) where you can quickly create your own outdoor bath by digging in the sand visitors can enjoy playing in the water and canoeing while camping in summer There are many hot springs of different qualities in the vicinity making it a perfect base for visiting hot springs This is an auto campground with a great view of Kunashiri Island on a clear day as well as a cooking building and restrooms A quiet campground dotted with trees and grass The log cottage-style footbaths with covered natural hot spring baths in the grounds are spacious and relaxing The campground is also close to the Lake Akan hot spring resort area making it easy to take a day trip and enjoy sightseeing at Lake Akan This campground is located in a park on a small hill near the city center In addition to free sites in a soft grass area including auto sites with a power supply for a more private feel Nearby there is a roadside station with a direct sales shop and a walking trail where wild birds can be observed The Tsuru-no-sato Camping Field is attractive for its large grass field (about the size of five soccer fields) and convenient accessibility Although adjacent to Kushiro Marshlands National Park it is also close to Tsurui Hot Springs and downtown Tsurui Village making it easy to get in touch with nature in Tsurui Village The Tsuru-no-sato Camping Field offers camping all year round Nijibetsu Auto Campsite is a well-equipped campground with a cooking building and flush toilets as well as a barbecue house It is also recommended as a base for sightseeing in East Hokkaido beautiful green lawn with a comfortable feeling of openness and is bordered by a small slope and the campground is surrounded by a pleasant breeze and is also a good place to see stars it is also a convenient base for touring the popular East Hokkaido area for riders This campground is located on the lakeside of the Wakoto Peninsula which is attached to the south side of Lake Kussharo you can pitch your tent close to the edge of the surf There is also a free outdoor hot spring near the campground which attracts many repeat visitors and locals This campground is located at the southernmost tip of Hamanaka Town on the Kiritappu Peninsula and is surrounded by the sea on all sides creating a fantastic atmosphere as a veil of mist covers the magnificent cape landscape Visitors can enjoy camping in a rich natural setting while fully appreciating the view of the cape surrounded by flowers A campground where you can enjoy a different atmosphere from everyday life in a quiet place surrounded by nature It is also possible to stay for consecutive nights A small river and a large open space make it a perfect campsite for children this campground is surrounded by deep forest and full of wild nature Other than the cooking facilities and restrooms allowing you to enjoy the outdoors to the fullest Each tent site has a fire pit where you can warm yourself by the fire and enjoy the unique time that passes in the forest at night Near the campground is a hidden hot spring surrounded by the calm Notsuke Bay and quiet forests bungalows with the gentle scent of wood and free tent sites are available so that you can enjoy outdoor life as you wish you can see colorful flowers such as skunk cabbages and Japanese rosebushes A campground on a hill with the best view of the sea auto sites and free sites facing the Sea of Okhotsk A selection of rental items is also available where you can enjoy Hokkaido's unique fishing depending on the time of year Especially popular are pink salmon and chum salmon fishing which lasts from August to October each year The campground is located in Nakashibetsu Midorigaoka Forest Park It is a 30-minute walk from the city center and there is an open space and playground equipment in the center of the site Most of the park is an unspoiled natural forest and a variety of trees can be enjoyed throughout the four seasons Tangji Motomura Campground is located about 1 km from National Highway 391 along the lakeside It borders the shore of Lake Tangji and is a scenic spot suitable for experiencing the great nature All information is current as of April 2024 Please check the official website for details The 21 recommended campgrounds in the Goshi area near Lake Toya Family-oriented camps with a variety of fun activities and Kamikawa Area: 22 Campgrounds Recommended for the Year 2024 Camping in contact with nature and animals Recommended 13 campsites near Hidaka and Erimo The 21 recommended campsites in the suburbs of Rumoi and Soya area for 2024 Camping to enjoy the ocean and spectacular views all around The 20 best campgrounds in the Tokachi area near Obihiro Camping to see the star-filled sky from the vast land