Koho Niseko Newsletter July Issue [No. 747] Text Version
Special feature: Supporting and invigorating the town with "new ways of working" - Recommendations for utilizing part-time jobs
Food, tools, and services are essential to our lives.
These things reach us through the hands of many people, including those who grow them, those who think about them, those who make them, those who provide them, etc. We live our daily lives with the support of many people, even if we are not directly involved with them, behind the scenes.
However, labor shortages are now seen as a problem in many different areas. Labor shortages have a major impact not only on businesses, but on our daily lives as well.
What can we do to continue the current lifestyle that is supported by so many people? Why not try a "new way of working" that supports local life and helps to alleviate the labor shortage?
The worsening labor shortage
You may be hearing the term "labor shortage" more and more in the news, newspaper articles, magazines, etc. Also, many people may be experiencing a labor shortage in their own work.
Japan's total population has been on a downward trend since 2011, leading to a decline in the working population and exacerbating labor shortages in various industries.
○Current situation in Hokkaido
In Hokkaido, about 60% of businesses have a shortage of regular employees, and about 40% have a shortage of non-regular employees. In particular, it is said that the number of businesses that feel they are short of regular employees is increasing. Businesses that feel they are short of workers are taking measures to secure workers, such as extending the retirement age or continuing to employ retirees.
As part of efforts to resolve the labor shortage, an emergency support project for securing human resources was implemented in 2023 This project aims to support the securing of human resources by providing subsidies to people employed at businesses facing serious labor shortages and to those businesses. It has become clear that there are businesses throughout Hokkaido that are struggling to secure human resources.
While this is a welcome development, one issue that remains is the shortage of manpower at businesses.
In Niseko Town, as in other parts of Hokkaido, many businesses feel that labor shortages and securing human resources are issues that are high on their list of management issues. Human resource issues include labor costs, recruitment issues, and early turnover issues, but many businesses also face chronic and sudden labor shortages.
These issues are not limited to the tourism and agriculture industries. Labor shortages are also an issue in areas directly related to daily life, such as welfare, education, and retail.
In addition, when asked about the support measures they consider necessary to address management issues, many people expressed a desire for support in securing human resources rather than expanding sales channels or financial support. This shows that even with financial support, businesses still need manpower to expand their businesses, and that there is an urgent need to resolve the labor shortage issue and that securing human resources is difficult.
Surplus or shortage of regular workers in Hokkaido
■ Regularly employed workers
Shortage: 57.9%
Excess 1.3%
Appropriate: 38.4%
Don't know 2.4%
■ Non-regular workers
Shortage: 38.0%
Excess 1.8%
Appropriate 50.6%
Don't know 9.6%
This information is based on modified open data from Hokkaido (Hokkaido Economic Department, 2023 Employment Environment Survey Results).
Niseko Town tourist arrival status
2023: 1.6 million
(Based on data from Niseko Town Commerce and Tourism Division)
○Current situation in Niseko Town
Tourism and agriculture are the main industries in Niseko Town. When restrictions on movement were imposed due to the spread of COVID-19, the number of tourists decreased and there was a temporary downturn, but the town is now on the mend, and other industries are also booming.
While this is a welcome development, one issue that remains is the shortage of manpower at businesses.
In Niseko Town, as in other parts of Hokkaido, many businesses feel that labor shortages and securing human resources are issues that are high on their list of management issues. Human resource issues include labor costs, recruitment issues, and early turnover issues, but many businesses also face chronic and sudden labor shortages.
These issues are not limited to the tourism and agriculture industries. Labor shortages are also an issue in areas directly related to daily life, such as welfare, education, and retail.
In addition, when asked about the support measures they consider necessary to address management issues, many people expressed a desire for support in securing human resources rather than expanding sales channels or financial support. This shows that even with financial support, businesses still need manpower to expand their businesses, and that there is an urgent need to resolve the labor shortage issue and that securing human resources is difficult.
Support measures that Niseko Town businesses consider necessary (34 responses)
Necessary support measures
1. Support for securing human resources: 14 cases
2. Financial support: 10 cases
3. Support for new product/service development: 8 cases
4. Support for human resource development: 6 cases
5. Support for energy conservation measures: 5 cases
(Created based on data from Niseko Town Commerce and Tourism Division and Niseko Town Chamber of Commerce)
Human resource issues at Niseko Town offices (42 responses)
Chronic shortage
Sudden shortage
Overfilled during off-season
Increased human resource costs
Issues with quality of hires
Unable to hire
Early departure
Other
Efforts to address labor shortages
Niseko Town has supported businesses that take on new challenges and step up their business management, as well as businesses that hold events that lead to the revitalization of the town, through a subsidy system. However, subsidy support for businesses alone cannot resolve the labor shortage.
Therefore, in 2023, together with Kutchan Town, we signed a comprehensive partnership agreement with Timee Co., Ltd., which operates the part-time job service "Timee" nationwide, and began addressing the labor shortage in the region.
○Background to the conclusion of the partnership agreement
The part-time job service has already been used by businesses and residents in the Niseko area, mainly in the tourism industry. The feedback from users has been positive, as it addresses local issues. As a result, a partnership agreement was signed with the aim of expanding the service to many other industries, including agriculture, as well as the tourism industry.
○It's not just about "supplementing" manpower
The partnership agreement with Timee Co., Ltd. is not just being implemented to resolve the labor shortage. Niseko Town aims to be a town with various work and lifestyle options according to the circumstances and wishes of the people who live there, and is promoting diverse work styles.
for example,
I want to work when my children are at school.
・I want to feel connected to society even after retirement
・It's difficult to work all day, so I want to work only for a short time.
・I want to try new things and gain experience
・I want to work multiple jobs, etc.
We aim to expand the options for working and living in the local community.
There are also things that people can learn by actually working in the town they live in. They hope that working will encourage people to help each other and lead to opportunities for the townspeople to participate in town development.
○Part-time job service
What is "Taimy"?
This is a part-time job service that matches the hours workers want to work with the hours companies want them to work.
Workers can start working immediately by simply selecting the job they want to work for using a smartphone app, without applying or interviewing, and can receive money immediately after completing their work.
Meanwhile, businesses can automatically match workers with workers by simply setting the desired time and required skills. Workers' past work records can be viewed, making it possible to match excellent workers, and there is also a repeater function that allows workers who want to work with the company to work with them repeatedly.
In addition, Timee has a system where workers and businesses can review each other, so both parties can work together with peace of mind after checking the reviews.
Another feature is that poaching is free and free. Businesses can hire reliable workers as employees, and workers are free to use Timee to try out jobs to find out where they could work.
Thanks to its ease of use, convenience, and simplicity, the number of registered businesses and workers is increasing nationwide. Workers come from a wide range of backgrounds, regardless of gender, age, or occupation, and of course the registered industries are diverse.
Currently using Timee
Niseko Town has held information sessions for businesses and promoted the use of Timee. Thanks to these efforts, businesses in industries such as tourism, agriculture, and retail have begun to use the service, and the number of registered businesses in the town is increasing.
As summer approaches, agriculture will be in its busy season. Niseko View Plaza Direct Sales, which sells safe and fresh vegetables grown in Niseko Town, also started using Timee in April this year. The number of farmers using Timee is also increasing. We will share the voices of those who are actually using it.
Learn how to use it and decide to use it
Niseko View Plaza Farmer's Market
Toshihiro Okushiba (Store Manager)
Saori Imakita (Chief)
I started considering implementing this after listening to an information session for businesses held at the town hall. Although I had previously advertised for full-time and part-time positions, I had no idea what part-time work was, and I didn't know what Timee was, so I was a little hesitant to use it.
At the second information session at the town hall, I had the opportunity to hear directly from a business that was actually using the system. After learning how it was being used, I thought it might be possible to use it at our direct sales events, so I started using it.
When I first registered as a business, I was kindly instructed on how to post a job listing by talking to a Timee representative over the phone. Once you know how to post a job listing, you can easily post a job listing by simply changing the working date and time, and unlike general recruitment, it is convenient that resumes are not checked. Sometimes I worry about what kind of people will apply, but I make good use of the function that lets me check the worker's evaluation. In particular, I use the cancellation rate as a reference when matching.
Timee also has a favorites function for workers, so you can post job openings only to people who have worked there before. Repeat customers have the advantage that they understand the work and you don't have to waste time teaching them.
Depending on the time of year or the time of day, we may need extra manpower. Having workers on hand means we can do other tasks, so it's really helpful to have people come to help. We plan to continue using them in the future.
Timee's first "One-Day Niseko Town Experience" event
We are recruiting workers with the aim of getting them to learn about the local government and become interested in Niseko Town.
An application was actually made and the person had the opportunity to experience being Niseko Town.
Even in the town, we were able to see that "matching" can happen by posting job openings.
I want you to work without feeling pressured and enjoy interacting with people.
Yuki Matsuda (Farmer, Soga)
I started using Timee last summer after being introduced to it by an acquaintance. The workers are of various ages and live in various places. Some are repeat customers, but most are new to the service, and some have no experience in farm work. We make arrangements such as creating work manuals so that first-timers can work without feeling nervous.
Up until now, when I needed manpower, I would ask a friend or do it myself. There are some tasks that machines can't do, and there are days when I want to finish before it rains or when the part-time staff is off but I still want to continue the work, so there are a lot of things that are difficult to do by myself. With Timee, I can recruit people immediately when I need them, and there are people who are willing to use their free time to come, which is very helpful.
When I talk to the workers in between tasks, I hear stories that I would never hear when they are working normally, which is interesting. And above all, I'm glad that the workers seem to be enjoying their work.
Timee is easy to start regardless of age, and you can interact with people while working. I think it's more convenient to use your spare time effectively than just spending your time at home.
They use their free time to come when needed.
very helpful
Tomoaki Takada (farmer, Soga)
We started using Timee last fall. People who live in the town come, but thanks to the name value of "Niseko", we also have people who come to experience working in Niseko Town and people who come to work while sightseeing.
Some of them come from Sapporo city, and their ages range from teenagers to people in their sixties, and some are parents and children who have come here to work.
I'm amazed that they come to work on the farm so early in the morning.
Since the same people don't always come, it's hard to teach newcomers how to do the work, but it's really helpful to have them come when we need help, like planting in the spring or harvesting in the fall. Some people who came using Timee have ended up working full-time, and some have come without using Timee.
I'm still not fully utilizing Timee's functions, but I've found it to be surprisingly useful.
The workers are very knowledgeable about Timee, so they sometimes teach me how to use it. I'm happy that there are people who come to work in their spare time and who say they enjoy working.
Use your experiences to your advantage
Risa Ito
(Regional Revitalization Cooperation Volunteer Planning & Environment Division)
I think it's very convenient because work is essential to integrate into the local community. Timee is completely different from the part-time jobs I had as a student. There's no need for a resume or interview, and you don't have to flip through job magazines. Just set the dates and areas you can work on the app, and the available jobs will be displayed on a map.
When you touch the screen, you can check the details and get a good idea of the work. It is also convenient that you can receive payment immediately after completing the work.
I applied because the Niseko View Plaza Direct Sales Event, which I regularly visit, was looking for someone to help me. I learned a lot from my experience, like "There are so many people buying flower and vegetable seedlings," and "Asparagus sells out so quickly." I was able to interact with customers and farmers that I wouldn't be able to interact with if I just went to the store, and I also gained knowledge about vegetables, so it was a positive experience for me.
As a Timee monitor, the Niseko Town Regional Revitalization Volunteer is sharing his experiences.
In addition, Niseko Town official note also introduces Niseko Town 's Timee initiatives and experiences.
In addition, "Timee Lab", operated by Timee Co., Ltd., features interviews with workers who use Timee, information on the industries for which Timee is recruiting, and detailed information on how to use Timee.
How can you use it in your workplace or in your daily life? If you are even slightly interested, why not take a look?
Aiming for a work style that can only be achieved in Niseko Town
Timee is a part-time part-time job service that is seeing its use expand as it offers benefits to both parties, as it not only helps businesses secure new workers, but also allows workers to utilize their spare time and accumulate experience.
In addition to using Timee, Niseko Town is also considering a "specific regional development business cooperative system" that combines local jobs, creates year-round jobs, and employs and dispatches workers in order to resolve labor shortages and promote diverse working styles. It aims to increase regional value while solving regional issues, not just by dispatching workers.
Working can enrich your own life, help you discover the charms of your town, and allow you to interact with local people. Working in your spare time can help support the local community. Why not try a diverse work style that suits you?
We live our lives with the support of many people. Even a little effort from each individual contributes to the vitality of the community.
■ Timee - Work Style
Inquiries: Commerce and Tourism Division TEL 0136-44-2121
Campaign to support first-time part-time workers
The following campaign will be implemented to provide an opportunity for townspeople to experience the new style of work known as "part-time work."
1. Get 1,000 Kira Points for your first part-time job
2. After your shift, answer a survey to earn an additional 1,000 points
3. Discount on Kiranoyu fee after work: 600 yen → 300 yen
For more information, please visit the town's website.
To register as a worker, download the app here
Click here for the official Niseko Town note.
These things reach us through the hands of many people, including those who grow them, those who think about them, those who make them, those who provide them, etc. We live our daily lives with the support of many people, even if we are not directly involved with them, behind the scenes.
However, labor shortages are now seen as a problem in many different areas. Labor shortages have a major impact not only on businesses, but on our daily lives as well.
What can we do to continue the current lifestyle that is supported by so many people? Why not try a "new way of working" that supports local life and helps to alleviate the labor shortage?
The worsening labor shortage
You may be hearing the term "labor shortage" more and more in the news, newspaper articles, magazines, etc. Also, many people may be experiencing a labor shortage in their own work.
Japan's total population has been on a downward trend since 2011, leading to a decline in the working population and exacerbating labor shortages in various industries.
○Current situation in Hokkaido
In Hokkaido, about 60% of businesses have a shortage of regular employees, and about 40% have a shortage of non-regular employees. In particular, it is said that the number of businesses that feel they are short of regular employees is increasing. Businesses that feel they are short of workers are taking measures to secure workers, such as extending the retirement age or continuing to employ retirees.
As part of efforts to resolve the labor shortage, an emergency support project for securing human resources was implemented in 2023 This project aims to support the securing of human resources by providing subsidies to people employed at businesses facing serious labor shortages and to those businesses. It has become clear that there are businesses throughout Hokkaido that are struggling to secure human resources.
While this is a welcome development, one issue that remains is the shortage of manpower at businesses.
In Niseko Town, as in other parts of Hokkaido, many businesses feel that labor shortages and securing human resources are issues that are high on their list of management issues. Human resource issues include labor costs, recruitment issues, and early turnover issues, but many businesses also face chronic and sudden labor shortages.
These issues are not limited to the tourism and agriculture industries. Labor shortages are also an issue in areas directly related to daily life, such as welfare, education, and retail.
In addition, when asked about the support measures they consider necessary to address management issues, many people expressed a desire for support in securing human resources rather than expanding sales channels or financial support. This shows that even with financial support, businesses still need manpower to expand their businesses, and that there is an urgent need to resolve the labor shortage issue and that securing human resources is difficult.
Surplus or shortage of regular workers in Hokkaido
■ Regularly employed workers
Shortage: 57.9%
Excess 1.3%
Appropriate: 38.4%
Don't know 2.4%
■ Non-regular workers
Shortage: 38.0%
Excess 1.8%
Appropriate 50.6%
Don't know 9.6%
This information is based on modified open data from Hokkaido (Hokkaido Economic Department, 2023 Employment Environment Survey Results).
Niseko Town tourist arrival status
2023: 1.6 million
(Based on data from Niseko Town Commerce and Tourism Division)
○Current situation in Niseko Town
Tourism and agriculture are the main industries in Niseko Town. When restrictions on movement were imposed due to the spread of COVID-19, the number of tourists decreased and there was a temporary downturn, but the town is now on the mend, and other industries are also booming.
While this is a welcome development, one issue that remains is the shortage of manpower at businesses.
In Niseko Town, as in other parts of Hokkaido, many businesses feel that labor shortages and securing human resources are issues that are high on their list of management issues. Human resource issues include labor costs, recruitment issues, and early turnover issues, but many businesses also face chronic and sudden labor shortages.
These issues are not limited to the tourism and agriculture industries. Labor shortages are also an issue in areas directly related to daily life, such as welfare, education, and retail.
In addition, when asked about the support measures they consider necessary to address management issues, many people expressed a desire for support in securing human resources rather than expanding sales channels or financial support. This shows that even with financial support, businesses still need manpower to expand their businesses, and that there is an urgent need to resolve the labor shortage issue and that securing human resources is difficult.
Support measures that Niseko Town businesses consider necessary (34 responses)
Necessary support measures
1. Support for securing human resources: 14 cases
2. Financial support: 10 cases
3. Support for new product/service development: 8 cases
4. Support for human resource development: 6 cases
5. Support for energy conservation measures: 5 cases
(Created based on data from Niseko Town Commerce and Tourism Division and Niseko Town Chamber of Commerce)
Human resource issues at Niseko Town offices (42 responses)
Chronic shortage
Sudden shortage
Overfilled during off-season
Increased human resource costs
Issues with quality of hires
Unable to hire
Early departure
Other
Efforts to address labor shortages
Niseko Town has supported businesses that take on new challenges and step up their business management, as well as businesses that hold events that lead to the revitalization of the town, through a subsidy system. However, subsidy support for businesses alone cannot resolve the labor shortage.
Therefore, in 2023, together with Kutchan Town, we signed a comprehensive partnership agreement with Timee Co., Ltd., which operates the part-time job service "Timee" nationwide, and began addressing the labor shortage in the region.
○Background to the conclusion of the partnership agreement
The part-time job service has already been used by businesses and residents in the Niseko area, mainly in the tourism industry. The feedback from users has been positive, as it addresses local issues. As a result, a partnership agreement was signed with the aim of expanding the service to many other industries, including agriculture, as well as the tourism industry.
○It's not just about "supplementing" manpower
The partnership agreement with Timee Co., Ltd. is not just being implemented to resolve the labor shortage. Niseko Town aims to be a town with various work and lifestyle options according to the circumstances and wishes of the people who live there, and is promoting diverse work styles.
for example,
I want to work when my children are at school.
・I want to feel connected to society even after retirement
・It's difficult to work all day, so I want to work only for a short time.
・I want to try new things and gain experience
・I want to work multiple jobs, etc.
We aim to expand the options for working and living in the local community.
There are also things that people can learn by actually working in the town they live in. They hope that working will encourage people to help each other and lead to opportunities for the townspeople to participate in town development.
○Part-time job service
What is "Taimy"?
This is a part-time job service that matches the hours workers want to work with the hours companies want them to work.
Workers can start working immediately by simply selecting the job they want to work for using a smartphone app, without applying or interviewing, and can receive money immediately after completing their work.
Meanwhile, businesses can automatically match workers with workers by simply setting the desired time and required skills. Workers' past work records can be viewed, making it possible to match excellent workers, and there is also a repeater function that allows workers who want to work with the company to work with them repeatedly.
In addition, Timee has a system where workers and businesses can review each other, so both parties can work together with peace of mind after checking the reviews.
Another feature is that poaching is free and free. Businesses can hire reliable workers as employees, and workers are free to use Timee to try out jobs to find out where they could work.
Thanks to its ease of use, convenience, and simplicity, the number of registered businesses and workers is increasing nationwide. Workers come from a wide range of backgrounds, regardless of gender, age, or occupation, and of course the registered industries are diverse.
Currently using Timee
Niseko Town has held information sessions for businesses and promoted the use of Timee. Thanks to these efforts, businesses in industries such as tourism, agriculture, and retail have begun to use the service, and the number of registered businesses in the town is increasing.
As summer approaches, agriculture will be in its busy season. Niseko View Plaza Direct Sales, which sells safe and fresh vegetables grown in Niseko Town, also started using Timee in April this year. The number of farmers using Timee is also increasing. We will share the voices of those who are actually using it.
Learn how to use it and decide to use it
Niseko View Plaza Farmer's Market
Toshihiro Okushiba (Store Manager)
Saori Imakita (Chief)
I started considering implementing this after listening to an information session for businesses held at the town hall. Although I had previously advertised for full-time and part-time positions, I had no idea what part-time work was, and I didn't know what Timee was, so I was a little hesitant to use it.
At the second information session at the town hall, I had the opportunity to hear directly from a business that was actually using the system. After learning how it was being used, I thought it might be possible to use it at our direct sales events, so I started using it.
When I first registered as a business, I was kindly instructed on how to post a job listing by talking to a Timee representative over the phone. Once you know how to post a job listing, you can easily post a job listing by simply changing the working date and time, and unlike general recruitment, it is convenient that resumes are not checked. Sometimes I worry about what kind of people will apply, but I make good use of the function that lets me check the worker's evaluation. In particular, I use the cancellation rate as a reference when matching.
Timee also has a favorites function for workers, so you can post job openings only to people who have worked there before. Repeat customers have the advantage that they understand the work and you don't have to waste time teaching them.
Depending on the time of year or the time of day, we may need extra manpower. Having workers on hand means we can do other tasks, so it's really helpful to have people come to help. We plan to continue using them in the future.
Timee's first "One-Day Niseko Town Experience" event
We are recruiting workers with the aim of getting them to learn about the local government and become interested in Niseko Town.
An application was actually made and the person had the opportunity to experience being Niseko Town.
Even in the town, we were able to see that "matching" can happen by posting job openings.
I want you to work without feeling pressured and enjoy interacting with people.
Yuki Matsuda (Farmer, Soga)
I started using Timee last summer after being introduced to it by an acquaintance. The workers are of various ages and live in various places. Some are repeat customers, but most are new to the service, and some have no experience in farm work. We make arrangements such as creating work manuals so that first-timers can work without feeling nervous.
Up until now, when I needed manpower, I would ask a friend or do it myself. There are some tasks that machines can't do, and there are days when I want to finish before it rains or when the part-time staff is off but I still want to continue the work, so there are a lot of things that are difficult to do by myself. With Timee, I can recruit people immediately when I need them, and there are people who are willing to use their free time to come, which is very helpful.
When I talk to the workers in between tasks, I hear stories that I would never hear when they are working normally, which is interesting. And above all, I'm glad that the workers seem to be enjoying their work.
Timee is easy to start regardless of age, and you can interact with people while working. I think it's more convenient to use your spare time effectively than just spending your time at home.
They use their free time to come when needed.
very helpful
Tomoaki Takada (farmer, Soga)
We started using Timee last fall. People who live in the town come, but thanks to the name value of "Niseko", we also have people who come to experience working in Niseko Town and people who come to work while sightseeing.
Some of them come from Sapporo city, and their ages range from teenagers to people in their sixties, and some are parents and children who have come here to work.
I'm amazed that they come to work on the farm so early in the morning.
Since the same people don't always come, it's hard to teach newcomers how to do the work, but it's really helpful to have them come when we need help, like planting in the spring or harvesting in the fall. Some people who came using Timee have ended up working full-time, and some have come without using Timee.
I'm still not fully utilizing Timee's functions, but I've found it to be surprisingly useful.
The workers are very knowledgeable about Timee, so they sometimes teach me how to use it. I'm happy that there are people who come to work in their spare time and who say they enjoy working.
Use your experiences to your advantage
Risa Ito
(Regional Revitalization Cooperation Volunteer Planning & Environment Division)
I think it's very convenient because work is essential to integrate into the local community. Timee is completely different from the part-time jobs I had as a student. There's no need for a resume or interview, and you don't have to flip through job magazines. Just set the dates and areas you can work on the app, and the available jobs will be displayed on a map.
When you touch the screen, you can check the details and get a good idea of the work. It is also convenient that you can receive payment immediately after completing the work.
I applied because the Niseko View Plaza Direct Sales Event, which I regularly visit, was looking for someone to help me. I learned a lot from my experience, like "There are so many people buying flower and vegetable seedlings," and "Asparagus sells out so quickly." I was able to interact with customers and farmers that I wouldn't be able to interact with if I just went to the store, and I also gained knowledge about vegetables, so it was a positive experience for me.
As a Timee monitor, the Niseko Town Regional Revitalization Volunteer is sharing his experiences.
In addition, Niseko Town official note also introduces Niseko Town 's Timee initiatives and experiences.
In addition, "Timee Lab", operated by Timee Co., Ltd., features interviews with workers who use Timee, information on the industries for which Timee is recruiting, and detailed information on how to use Timee.
How can you use it in your workplace or in your daily life? If you are even slightly interested, why not take a look?
Aiming for a work style that can only be achieved in Niseko Town
Timee is a part-time part-time job service that is seeing its use expand as it offers benefits to both parties, as it not only helps businesses secure new workers, but also allows workers to utilize their spare time and accumulate experience.
In addition to using Timee, Niseko Town is also considering a "specific regional development business cooperative system" that combines local jobs, creates year-round jobs, and employs and dispatches workers in order to resolve labor shortages and promote diverse working styles. It aims to increase regional value while solving regional issues, not just by dispatching workers.
Working can enrich your own life, help you discover the charms of your town, and allow you to interact with local people. Working in your spare time can help support the local community. Why not try a diverse work style that suits you?
We live our lives with the support of many people. Even a little effort from each individual contributes to the vitality of the community.
■ Timee - Work Style
Inquiries: Commerce and Tourism Division TEL 0136-44-2121
Campaign to support first-time part-time workers
The following campaign will be implemented to provide an opportunity for townspeople to experience the new style of work known as "part-time work."
1. Get 1,000 Kira Points for your first part-time job
2. After your shift, answer a survey to earn an additional 1,000 points
3. Discount on Kiranoyu fee after work: 600 yen → 300 yen
For more information, please visit the town's website.
To register as a worker, download the app here
Click here for the official Niseko Town note.
Town Development Information Room
Notice regarding the Medical Care System for the Elderly - Regarding the simultaneous renewal of health insurance cards (insured person cards)
■ Your health insurance card will be updated (yellow → light blue)
The expiration date of the yellow health insurance card you are currently using will be July 31, 2024, and it will no longer be valid from August onwards.
New health insurance cards will be issued during July, so please use the light blue card when you receive it.
○The expiration date of the new insurance card is July 31, 2025.
○Until December 1st, 2024, when the health insurance card will be abolished, if you lose your card or if it becomes dirty, we will reissue it, so please contact Health & Welfare Division Insurance and Medical Care Section.
The new insurance card is light blue.
■ The reduction certificate (limit application/standard burden reduction certificate) and limit certificate (limit application certificate) will also be updated (yellow-green → orange).
The validity period of the yellow-green reduction certificate and limit certificate currently in use will expire on July 31, 2024, and they will no longer be valid from August onwards. Those who continue to be eligible for the certificate will be issued a reduction certificate in July, so please use the orange reduction certificate and limit certificate from August 1st. Those who are now in need of a certificate should make sure that they meet the following requirements and apply to the Insurance and Medical Care Section Health & Welfare Division.
* Validity period is one year
Eligibility for the reduction certificate: Those who fall under the following categories 1 or 2
Category 2: All members of the household are exempt from resident tax and do not fall under Category 1
Category 1: All members of a household who are exempt from resident tax and who fall under any of the following categories:
○ People whose entire household has an income of 0 yen
*Public pension deduction applies for 800,000 yen
*If you have salary income, 100,000 yen will be deducted from that amount.
○ People receiving old-age welfare pensions
Eligibility for the limit certificate: Those who fall into the following three categories: Active duty level 1 or Active duty level 2
3. Insured persons with taxable income of 6.9 million yen or more and insured persons living in the same household
Active-duty level 2: Insured persons who do not fall under active-duty level 3 and whose taxable income for resident tax is 3.8 million yen or more, and insured persons living in the same household as such persons
Active duty equivalent 1: People who pay 30% of the premium and do not fall under active duty equivalent 3 or 2, and insured persons living in the same household as such people
The new reduction certificate and limit certificate are orange in color.
■ The last four digits of your personal number will be provided when your health insurance card is sent in July.
Your new health insurance card will be sent to you in July. At that time, we will also inform you of the last four digits of your personal number, as shown in the image on the right. Please check that this number matches the number written on your My Number Card or notification card.
■ Inquiries
Hokkaido late-stage elderly medical wide area coalition
〒060-0062 札幌市中央区南2条西14丁目 国保会館6階 TEL 011-290-5601
ニセコ町役場保健福祉課 保険医療 TEL 0136-44-2121
Renewal of National Health Insurance Card
■ Your health insurance card will be updated (from dark red to green)
The expiration date of your current health insurance card (written in the upper right corner of the card) will be July 31, 2024, so you will not be able to use it from August onwards. A new health insurance card will be mailed to you in July, so please use the green card when you receive it. Please dispose of your old health insurance card yourself or return it to your city hall.
Medical care for children Medical care for single-parent families Medical care for people with severe physical and mental disabilities
Renewal of Recipient Certificate
■ Your recipient certificate will be updated (the color will not change)
The validity period of your current recipient certificate (printed on the middle section of the certificate) will expire on July 31, 2024, so you will not be able to use it from August onwards. A new recipient certificate will be sent to you by mail in July, so when you receive it, please dispose of the old certificate yourself and use the new one.
Your health insurance card expires on the day before your 75th birthday, at the end of your 70th birthday, or on July 31st of each year, whichever comes first. We will send you a new health insurance card before it expires.
(The expiration date for foreigners is the period of stay or July 31st. This is a self-declaration system, so please bring your updated residence card and have your health insurance card reissued. )
[child medical care]
● The last day of the month in which the child turns 3 ● The end of the school year in which the child turns 6 (until entering elementary school) ● The end of the school year in which the child turns 12 (until entering junior high school)
●The end of the fiscal year in which the person turns 18 (until high school graduation) ●Others: July 31st every year
[Medical care for single-parent families, etc.]
●The last day of the month in which the child turns 3 ●The end of the year in which the child turns 18 (until high school graduation)
●The end of the month in which the child turns 20 (only for dependent children) ●Others: July 31st of each year
[Medical care for people with severe physical and mental disabilities]
●The last day of the month in which the person turns 3 years old ●The day before the person turns 65 years old ●Other people: July 31st every year
～A request to everyone regarding the delivery of certificates～
Various insurance cards (National Health Insurance, Late-stage elderly) and medical benefit certificates (for children, single-parent families, etc., and medical care for the severely physically and mentally disabled) will be sent by "simple registered mail".
If you are not at home to receive a registered mail, the delivery person will put a notice of absence in your mailbox, take it back to the post office, and keep it there for one week from the delivery date. If you received a notice of absence, please contact your post office to request redelivery (or pick it up at the counter) within the deadline.
If the storage period expires without contacting the post office, the mail will be returned to the city hall. However, depending on the delivery date, it may take more than a week for the mail to be returned to the city hall after the non-delivery notice has been left, which may mean it takes some time for the mail to be delivered.
We ask for your cooperation to ensure that you receive your new certificate by July.
If you will be away from home between mid- to late July and are unable to receive your certificate for any reason, please contact your local municipal office as soon as possible.
The expiration date of the yellow health insurance card you are currently using will be July 31, 2024, and it will no longer be valid from August onwards.
New health insurance cards will be issued during July, so please use the light blue card when you receive it.
○The expiration date of the new insurance card is July 31, 2025.
○Until December 1st, 2024, when the health insurance card will be abolished, if you lose your card or if it becomes dirty, we will reissue it, so please contact Health & Welfare Division Insurance and Medical Care Section.
The new insurance card is light blue.
■ The reduction certificate (limit application/standard burden reduction certificate) and limit certificate (limit application certificate) will also be updated (yellow-green → orange).
The validity period of the yellow-green reduction certificate and limit certificate currently in use will expire on July 31, 2024, and they will no longer be valid from August onwards. Those who continue to be eligible for the certificate will be issued a reduction certificate in July, so please use the orange reduction certificate and limit certificate from August 1st. Those who are now in need of a certificate should make sure that they meet the following requirements and apply to the Insurance and Medical Care Section Health & Welfare Division.
* Validity period is one year
Eligibility for the reduction certificate: Those who fall under the following categories 1 or 2
Category 2: All members of the household are exempt from resident tax and do not fall under Category 1
Category 1: All members of a household who are exempt from resident tax and who fall under any of the following categories:
○ People whose entire household has an income of 0 yen
*Public pension deduction applies for 800,000 yen
*If you have salary income, 100,000 yen will be deducted from that amount.
○ People receiving old-age welfare pensions
Eligibility for the limit certificate: Those who fall into the following three categories: Active duty level 1 or Active duty level 2
3. Insured persons with taxable income of 6.9 million yen or more and insured persons living in the same household
Active-duty level 2: Insured persons who do not fall under active-duty level 3 and whose taxable income for resident tax is 3.8 million yen or more, and insured persons living in the same household as such persons
Active duty equivalent 1: People who pay 30% of the premium and do not fall under active duty equivalent 3 or 2, and insured persons living in the same household as such people
The new reduction certificate and limit certificate are orange in color.
■ The last four digits of your personal number will be provided when your health insurance card is sent in July.
Your new health insurance card will be sent to you in July. At that time, we will also inform you of the last four digits of your personal number, as shown in the image on the right. Please check that this number matches the number written on your My Number Card or notification card.
■ Inquiries
Hokkaido late-stage elderly medical wide area coalition
〒060-0062 札幌市中央区南2条西14丁目 国保会館6階 TEL 011-290-5601
ニセコ町役場保健福祉課 保険医療 TEL 0136-44-2121
Renewal of National Health Insurance Card
■ Your health insurance card will be updated (from dark red to green)
The expiration date of your current health insurance card (written in the upper right corner of the card) will be July 31, 2024, so you will not be able to use it from August onwards. A new health insurance card will be mailed to you in July, so please use the green card when you receive it. Please dispose of your old health insurance card yourself or return it to your city hall.
Medical care for children Medical care for single-parent families Medical care for people with severe physical and mental disabilities
Renewal of Recipient Certificate
■ Your recipient certificate will be updated (the color will not change)
The validity period of your current recipient certificate (printed on the middle section of the certificate) will expire on July 31, 2024, so you will not be able to use it from August onwards. A new recipient certificate will be sent to you by mail in July, so when you receive it, please dispose of the old certificate yourself and use the new one.
Your health insurance card expires on the day before your 75th birthday, at the end of your 70th birthday, or on July 31st of each year, whichever comes first. We will send you a new health insurance card before it expires.
(The expiration date for foreigners is the period of stay or July 31st. This is a self-declaration system, so please bring your updated residence card and have your health insurance card reissued. )
[child medical care]
● The last day of the month in which the child turns 3 ● The end of the school year in which the child turns 6 (until entering elementary school) ● The end of the school year in which the child turns 12 (until entering junior high school)
●The end of the fiscal year in which the person turns 18 (until high school graduation) ●Others: July 31st every year
[Medical care for single-parent families, etc.]
●The last day of the month in which the child turns 3 ●The end of the year in which the child turns 18 (until high school graduation)
●The end of the month in which the child turns 20 (only for dependent children) ●Others: July 31st of each year
[Medical care for people with severe physical and mental disabilities]
●The last day of the month in which the person turns 3 years old ●The day before the person turns 65 years old ●Other people: July 31st every year
～A request to everyone regarding the delivery of certificates～
Various insurance cards (National Health Insurance, Late-stage elderly) and medical benefit certificates (for children, single-parent families, etc., and medical care for the severely physically and mentally disabled) will be sent by "simple registered mail".
If you are not at home to receive a registered mail, the delivery person will put a notice of absence in your mailbox, take it back to the post office, and keep it there for one week from the delivery date. If you received a notice of absence, please contact your post office to request redelivery (or pick it up at the counter) within the deadline.
If the storage period expires without contacting the post office, the mail will be returned to the city hall. However, depending on the delivery date, it may take more than a week for the mail to be returned to the city hall after the non-delivery notice has been left, which may mean it takes some time for the mail to be delivered.
We ask for your cooperation to ensure that you receive your new certificate by July.
If you will be away from home between mid- to late July and are unable to receive your certificate for any reason, please contact your local municipal office as soon as possible.
Topic of town
みなさんの地域や職場の話題などありましたら、広報担当（TEL 0136-44-2121）までお気軽にご連絡ください。
We look forward to seeing even more great things!
Niseko Town Athletics Association Award
The Niseko Town Sports Association Awards Ceremony, which recognizes athletes and organizations who have excelled in the field of sports, as well as coaches who have worked hard to develop and guide athletes, was held at the Town Hall on May 27th. In 2023, 15 individuals and one organization won awards in events such as moguls and alpine skiing, and were presented with certificates. In addition, the Hokkaido Sports
A youth volleyball club awards ceremony was also held, with certificates being presented to two youth volleyball club coaches.
◆ Niseko Town Athletics Association Award Winners
Sports Honor Award
Kazuyoshi Fujimura and Takumi Okada (both moguls)
"Best Athlete Award"
Mine Tani, Naki Endo, Sakurako Yuki (all moguls)
"Encouragement Athlete Award"
Gogo (Alpine)
"Effort Award"
Bunshiro Endo and Daichi Sato (both Alpine skiers)
Koju Takahashi (athletics) Takemichi Harada (swimming)
Tetsuo Shishikura, Ryota Tanpo, Jun Iwasaki, Kento Suzuki (all table tennis players) Niseko Junior High School Boys Table Tennis Club
"Letter of thanks"
Tomoki Yoda (Volleyball)
◆Hokkaido Junior Sports Club Award Winners
Naoto Kataoka and Tomoki Yoda (Both from the Junior Volleyball Team)
Congratulations to all the award winners
First event in four years
Exchange between Kotobuki University and Yoji Centre
On May 15th at Yoji Centre, students from Kotobuki University and children from Yoji Centre Kuma Group interacted with each other and deepened their friendship by playing games using rock-paper-scissors trains and balls.
In the Janken Train game, after many heated battles, one long train is completed.
During the ball game, there was also time for self-introductions, where the children had fun showing off their favorite foods and special skills.
Rock-paper-scissors to win!
Honoring efforts to prevent avalanches
Presentation Ceremony of Letter of Appreciation from the Commissioner of the Japan Tourism Agency
On May 22nd, the Japan Tourism Agency Commissioner's Letter of Appreciation Ceremony was held, where the Commissioner presented a letter of appreciation to Akio Niiya of the Niseko Avalanche Research Institute.
Mr. Shinya has made many contributions to the safety of skiers for many years, including establishing the Niseko Rules to prevent avalanche accidents in the Niseko area and disseminating avalanche information, which has also contributed to the promotion of tourism in the area.
The leader in keeping Niseko safe in the winter
Learn about fire prevention and disaster prevention
Niseko Town Junior Firefighting Club Established
Niseko Town Junior Firefighting Club Inauguration Ceremony was held on May 25th. This year, six club members joined as the 9th batch and received letters of appointment from the Niseko Branch Chief.
Club members plan to participate in various drills and training sessions, such as experience using fire extinguishers and water spraying, to equip themselves with the knowledge to respond to disasters that may occur in their local communities.
Chairperson Kijima Saki giving her vows
Connect with the makers
Niseko sake and gin tasting party
On May 25th, the "Niseko Sake and Gin Appreciation Party" was held at Restaurant PRATIVO (Soga), welcoming special guests Wataru Mizuguchi, a second-generation master brewer, and Takuma Kakumoto, the Niseko Distillery Production Manager.
As the local Japanese drum group Yawara played to liven up the venue, the guests compared sake and gin while listening to introductions to the alcohol and the attention to detail that goes into its production, something that isn't usually known about.
While enjoying the drinks, we also enjoyed dishes made with local ingredients that are unique to this season.
You can ask for your recommended way to drink it and have it made right in front of you.
A gathering of refreshing smiles
Athletic park opening sports event
The opening sports tournament, marking the start of the new sports season, was held at the Sports Park on May 26th, with two sports taking place: baseball and park golf.
Fierce competition was waged in each event, and not only the athletes but also the fans who came to support them livened up the atmosphere from the stands.
This year's winning teams and winners are as follows:
・Baseball Tamozu
・Park golf
Men's winner: Kenzo Iwakami
Women's Yoko Watanabe
Where is the ball heading?
Increased class cohesion
Niseko Junior High School Sports Festival
Niseko Junior High School held its sports festival on May 31. Until last year, it was held as a track and field competition, but this year it was changed to a sports festival, and the content of the competitions has changed significantly.
The event was held on a chilly day with light rain, but the students gave their all in the competition.
The three new events were "ball throwing," "pole pulling," and "eye of the storm." Competitions planned by the student council were also held, and students of all grades competed fiercely. Students were also seen cheering with all their might, making it a very exciting sports festival.
A serious game of draw without giving an inch
Growing freely on a spacious pasture
Entering the town-run ranch
The cattle were brought into pasture at the town-run ranch on May 29th.
The cows were brought to the farm by truck from the local dairy farm. Some cows were reluctant to get off the truck due to the unfamiliar environment, and some cows got back into the truck after getting off.
This year, 47 cows were brought into the pasture. They were released into the spacious pasture and could be seen leisurely eating food.
Some cows gallop vigorously into the pasture.
Manual work is hard
Niseko High School Student Rice Planting Experience
On May 30th, third-year students from Niseko High School had the opportunity to plant rice in the rice paddy of Toshinori Ohashi in Satomi.
Under clear skies, we planted Nanatsuboshi seedlings in a rice paddy measuring approximately 3 ares.
Many of the participants were experiencing this for the first time, and although they struggled with getting their feet stuck in the mud and planting the rice straight, they seemed to enjoy this experience that they don't usually get to experience. The rice harvest will take place in the fall.
I'm looking forward to making delicious rice.
Global Covenant of Mayors Badge Presentation Ceremony
Report on the implementation of the pledged municipalities
Niseko Town has pledged to the Global Climate and Energy Covenant of Mayors, and 13 municipalities that submitted monitoring reports in 2023 were awarded badges by the GGoM World Secretariat (Brussels) according to their level of commitment. We will continue to work on promoting sustainable energy and significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions, aiming to create a sustainable community.
From the left: Secretariat, Mayor, Ambassador of the European Union to Japan
Every team did their best
Niseko Elementary School / Kondo Elementary School Athletic Meet
On June 1st, Niseko Elementary School held a sports day. The students were divided into four color teams and competed in foot races, ball tossing, rolling the big ball, typhoons, and other events. The final relay was a heated contest and the most exciting part of the day. Parents cheered loudly on the students as they gave it their all.
In addition, on June 15th, Kondo Elementary School held a sports day. Under the clear blue sky, the children competed with all their might. In the scavenger race, local people and children cooperated and a heated battle unfolded. In the traditional unicycle race, the children tried again even if they failed, and helped each other, which impressed parents and local residents.
Sprinting in unison (Niseko Elementary School)
Riding a unicycle with friends is fun! (Kondo Elementary School)
They danced energetically with smiles on their faces (Niseko Elementary School)
A dynamic ball-throwing contest (Kondo Elementary School)
Adding colour to the cityscape
Decorate Kira Highway with flowers
The annual tree planting activity along Kira Kaido, organized by the NPO Niseko Town Development Forum, took place on June 2nd.
About 50 townspeople participated in the event, planting kochia, blue salvia, marigolds, and other flowers in the flower beds under clear skies. They also set up benches and chairs so that people walking along Kira Kaido could take a break and enjoy the flowers at their leisure.
On June 5th, hanging baskets were made at Central Warehouse No. 1. Around 20 people, mostly local revitalization volunteers, decorated the baskets with flowers and then hung them on street lamps along Kira Kaido.
From now until summer, colorful flowers will bloom, making the Kira Kaido street even more gorgeous. On a nice day, be sure to check them out while out for a walk or on your way to work.
We carefully plant each seedling one by one.
While planting flowers, they also have lively conversations.
The start of the summer mountain season
Niseko mountain range open
The opening ceremony for the Niseko mountain range, organized by the tourist associations of five towns, including Niseko Town and Rankoshi Town, was held at Niseko Shrine in Goshiki Onsenkyo on June 4th, and tourism officials and families of those lost in mountain accidents prayed for no accidents this season.
On this day, when the fresh greenery made the wind feel a little chilly, many hikers were seen. Please be careful of accidents and getting lost when climbing the mountain, and enjoy the summer mountains.
Praying for safety on the Niseko mountain in summer
Learn about traditional Chinese culture
Chimaki wrapping experience
On June 1st, the international exchange officers (Niseko FRIENDS office) held a rice dumpling wrapping experience in honor of the Dragon Boat Festival. Dragon Boat Festival is the Japanese "Boys' Day Festival."
This time, 16 people participated, and they wrapped the sweet bean paste and jujube together with glutinous rice in bamboo leaves. After wrapping, they steamed them slowly in a pot for about an hour.
In addition to the rice dumplings, participants also sampled "tea-boiled eggs" flavored with black tea, soy sauce, star anise and other spices, enjoying a uniquely Chinese taste.
Taking a commemorative photo with the finished chimaki
Puppet shows and picture books captivate the audience
Asoppuku Festival
On June 8th, the Asobook Festival was held, sponsored by the NPO Asobook Association.
The event began with a live performance by the Niseko Junior High School Music Club, followed by multilingual readings, a collaboration between a flute trio and readings, a puppet show, and a panel display by international exchange officers.
The event concluded with a puppet show called "Because, Because Grandma" by the Asobook Puppet Theatre Company.
There were also sales booths for a second-hand book sale and a bazaar, as well as food and drink booths selling popcorn and cotton candy, and the venue was bustling with people.
The Very Hungry Caterpillar appears in the story
Class footage revealed
Niseko High School Community Open Class
On June 8th, Niseko High School held a community open day class, where various classes were open to the public. In a math class for first-year students, a digital transformation lesson was conducted using tablets to record how students solved problems and identify their own difficulties.
An information session was also held with about 20 people attending about the new school, which is scheduled to Established in 2026. Principal Motoya explained the features and initiatives of the new school, and participants asked questions about the details of the collaboration with the university.
Group work is also conducted in math classes.
Calling for traffic safety information
Appointed as road safety advisor
Radio Niseko's Director Miyagawa Hiroyuki, along with staff members Nakahachi Yuki and Kobayashi Mana, have been appointed as "Road Safety Advisors" who will promote road safety through radio broadcasts. Letters of appointment were presented to them by Kato, Chief of the Traffic Division of Kutchan Police Station, on June 4th.
Director Miyagawa Hiroyuki said, "The most important thing is to prevent accidents from occurring. We want to do everything we can to eliminate accidents as much as possible."
In addition to traffic information, it also provides crime prevention information.
Starting from Niseko Town
First shipment of Yotei melons
This year, the first shipment of melons from Niseko Town was made on June 12th, the first shipment in the JA Yotei area. The shipment was made by Eiichi Sato (Miyata).
The sugar content of the Yotei melon shipped this time is 16 degrees, exceeding the standard of 13 degrees. Starting with the "Rupia Red" shipped this time, five varieties will be sold in succession, allowing people in the town to enjoy delicious melons until October.
You can enjoy the fresh and deep flavor.
Head off towards your destination!
Niseko Elementary School and Yoji Centre Excursion
On May 14th, Niseko Elementary School held a field trip. Each grade walked a different route, heading for places like Arishima Takeo Memorial Museum and Soga Forest Park. Students were seen walking and chatting happily with their friends.
Yoji Centre also had a field trip on this day, and the Fox group had fun running around the Central Warehouse Group lawn area and eating their lunch.
How much longer until we arrive?
We look forward to seeing even more great things!
Niseko Town Athletics Association Award
The Niseko Town Sports Association Awards Ceremony, which recognizes athletes and organizations who have excelled in the field of sports, as well as coaches who have worked hard to develop and guide athletes, was held at the Town Hall on May 27th. In 2023, 15 individuals and one organization won awards in events such as moguls and alpine skiing, and were presented with certificates. In addition, the Hokkaido Sports
A youth volleyball club awards ceremony was also held, with certificates being presented to two youth volleyball club coaches.
◆ Niseko Town Athletics Association Award Winners
Sports Honor Award
Kazuyoshi Fujimura and Takumi Okada (both moguls)
"Best Athlete Award"
Mine Tani, Naki Endo, Sakurako Yuki (all moguls)
"Encouragement Athlete Award"
Gogo (Alpine)
"Effort Award"
Bunshiro Endo and Daichi Sato (both Alpine skiers)
Koju Takahashi (athletics) Takemichi Harada (swimming)
Tetsuo Shishikura, Ryota Tanpo, Jun Iwasaki, Kento Suzuki (all table tennis players) Niseko Junior High School Boys Table Tennis Club
"Letter of thanks"
Tomoki Yoda (Volleyball)
◆Hokkaido Junior Sports Club Award Winners
Naoto Kataoka and Tomoki Yoda (Both from the Junior Volleyball Team)
Congratulations to all the award winners
First event in four years
Exchange between Kotobuki University and Yoji Centre
On May 15th at Yoji Centre, students from Kotobuki University and children from Yoji Centre Kuma Group interacted with each other and deepened their friendship by playing games using rock-paper-scissors trains and balls.
In the Janken Train game, after many heated battles, one long train is completed.
During the ball game, there was also time for self-introductions, where the children had fun showing off their favorite foods and special skills.
Rock-paper-scissors to win!
Honoring efforts to prevent avalanches
Presentation Ceremony of Letter of Appreciation from the Commissioner of the Japan Tourism Agency
On May 22nd, the Japan Tourism Agency Commissioner's Letter of Appreciation Ceremony was held, where the Commissioner presented a letter of appreciation to Akio Niiya of the Niseko Avalanche Research Institute.
Mr. Shinya has made many contributions to the safety of skiers for many years, including establishing the Niseko Rules to prevent avalanche accidents in the Niseko area and disseminating avalanche information, which has also contributed to the promotion of tourism in the area.
The leader in keeping Niseko safe in the winter
Learn about fire prevention and disaster prevention
Niseko Town Junior Firefighting Club Established
Niseko Town Junior Firefighting Club Inauguration Ceremony was held on May 25th. This year, six club members joined as the 9th batch and received letters of appointment from the Niseko Branch Chief.
Club members plan to participate in various drills and training sessions, such as experience using fire extinguishers and water spraying, to equip themselves with the knowledge to respond to disasters that may occur in their local communities.
Chairperson Kijima Saki giving her vows
Connect with the makers
Niseko sake and gin tasting party
On May 25th, the "Niseko Sake and Gin Appreciation Party" was held at Restaurant PRATIVO (Soga), welcoming special guests Wataru Mizuguchi, a second-generation master brewer, and Takuma Kakumoto, the Niseko Distillery Production Manager.
As the local Japanese drum group Yawara played to liven up the venue, the guests compared sake and gin while listening to introductions to the alcohol and the attention to detail that goes into its production, something that isn't usually known about.
While enjoying the drinks, we also enjoyed dishes made with local ingredients that are unique to this season.
You can ask for your recommended way to drink it and have it made right in front of you.
A gathering of refreshing smiles
Athletic park opening sports event
The opening sports tournament, marking the start of the new sports season, was held at the Sports Park on May 26th, with two sports taking place: baseball and park golf.
Fierce competition was waged in each event, and not only the athletes but also the fans who came to support them livened up the atmosphere from the stands.
This year's winning teams and winners are as follows:
・Baseball Tamozu
・Park golf
Men's winner: Kenzo Iwakami
Women's Yoko Watanabe
Where is the ball heading?
Increased class cohesion
Niseko Junior High School Sports Festival
Niseko Junior High School held its sports festival on May 31. Until last year, it was held as a track and field competition, but this year it was changed to a sports festival, and the content of the competitions has changed significantly.
The event was held on a chilly day with light rain, but the students gave their all in the competition.
The three new events were "ball throwing," "pole pulling," and "eye of the storm." Competitions planned by the student council were also held, and students of all grades competed fiercely. Students were also seen cheering with all their might, making it a very exciting sports festival.
A serious game of draw without giving an inch
Growing freely on a spacious pasture
Entering the town-run ranch
The cattle were brought into pasture at the town-run ranch on May 29th.
The cows were brought to the farm by truck from the local dairy farm. Some cows were reluctant to get off the truck due to the unfamiliar environment, and some cows got back into the truck after getting off.
This year, 47 cows were brought into the pasture. They were released into the spacious pasture and could be seen leisurely eating food.
Some cows gallop vigorously into the pasture.
Manual work is hard
Niseko High School Student Rice Planting Experience
On May 30th, third-year students from Niseko High School had the opportunity to plant rice in the rice paddy of Toshinori Ohashi in Satomi.
Under clear skies, we planted Nanatsuboshi seedlings in a rice paddy measuring approximately 3 ares.
Many of the participants were experiencing this for the first time, and although they struggled with getting their feet stuck in the mud and planting the rice straight, they seemed to enjoy this experience that they don't usually get to experience. The rice harvest will take place in the fall.
I'm looking forward to making delicious rice.
Global Covenant of Mayors Badge Presentation Ceremony
Report on the implementation of the pledged municipalities
Niseko Town has pledged to the Global Climate and Energy Covenant of Mayors, and 13 municipalities that submitted monitoring reports in 2023 were awarded badges by the GGoM World Secretariat (Brussels) according to their level of commitment. We will continue to work on promoting sustainable energy and significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions, aiming to create a sustainable community.
From the left: Secretariat, Mayor, Ambassador of the European Union to Japan
Every team did their best
Niseko Elementary School / Kondo Elementary School Athletic Meet
On June 1st, Niseko Elementary School held a sports day. The students were divided into four color teams and competed in foot races, ball tossing, rolling the big ball, typhoons, and other events. The final relay was a heated contest and the most exciting part of the day. Parents cheered loudly on the students as they gave it their all.
In addition, on June 15th, Kondo Elementary School held a sports day. Under the clear blue sky, the children competed with all their might. In the scavenger race, local people and children cooperated and a heated battle unfolded. In the traditional unicycle race, the children tried again even if they failed, and helped each other, which impressed parents and local residents.
Sprinting in unison (Niseko Elementary School)
Riding a unicycle with friends is fun! (Kondo Elementary School)
They danced energetically with smiles on their faces (Niseko Elementary School)
A dynamic ball-throwing contest (Kondo Elementary School)
Adding colour to the cityscape
Decorate Kira Highway with flowers
The annual tree planting activity along Kira Kaido, organized by the NPO Niseko Town Development Forum, took place on June 2nd.
About 50 townspeople participated in the event, planting kochia, blue salvia, marigolds, and other flowers in the flower beds under clear skies. They also set up benches and chairs so that people walking along Kira Kaido could take a break and enjoy the flowers at their leisure.
On June 5th, hanging baskets were made at Central Warehouse No. 1. Around 20 people, mostly local revitalization volunteers, decorated the baskets with flowers and then hung them on street lamps along Kira Kaido.
From now until summer, colorful flowers will bloom, making the Kira Kaido street even more gorgeous. On a nice day, be sure to check them out while out for a walk or on your way to work.
We carefully plant each seedling one by one.
While planting flowers, they also have lively conversations.
The start of the summer mountain season
Niseko mountain range open
The opening ceremony for the Niseko mountain range, organized by the tourist associations of five towns, including Niseko Town and Rankoshi Town, was held at Niseko Shrine in Goshiki Onsenkyo on June 4th, and tourism officials and families of those lost in mountain accidents prayed for no accidents this season.
On this day, when the fresh greenery made the wind feel a little chilly, many hikers were seen. Please be careful of accidents and getting lost when climbing the mountain, and enjoy the summer mountains.
Praying for safety on the Niseko mountain in summer
Learn about traditional Chinese culture
Chimaki wrapping experience
On June 1st, the international exchange officers (Niseko FRIENDS office) held a rice dumpling wrapping experience in honor of the Dragon Boat Festival. Dragon Boat Festival is the Japanese "Boys' Day Festival."
This time, 16 people participated, and they wrapped the sweet bean paste and jujube together with glutinous rice in bamboo leaves. After wrapping, they steamed them slowly in a pot for about an hour.
In addition to the rice dumplings, participants also sampled "tea-boiled eggs" flavored with black tea, soy sauce, star anise and other spices, enjoying a uniquely Chinese taste.
Taking a commemorative photo with the finished chimaki
Puppet shows and picture books captivate the audience
Asoppuku Festival
On June 8th, the Asobook Festival was held, sponsored by the NPO Asobook Association.
The event began with a live performance by the Niseko Junior High School Music Club, followed by multilingual readings, a collaboration between a flute trio and readings, a puppet show, and a panel display by international exchange officers.
The event concluded with a puppet show called "Because, Because Grandma" by the Asobook Puppet Theatre Company.
There were also sales booths for a second-hand book sale and a bazaar, as well as food and drink booths selling popcorn and cotton candy, and the venue was bustling with people.
The Very Hungry Caterpillar appears in the story
Class footage revealed
Niseko High School Community Open Class
On June 8th, Niseko High School held a community open day class, where various classes were open to the public. In a math class for first-year students, a digital transformation lesson was conducted using tablets to record how students solved problems and identify their own difficulties.
An information session was also held with about 20 people attending about the new school, which is scheduled to Established in 2026. Principal Motoya explained the features and initiatives of the new school, and participants asked questions about the details of the collaboration with the university.
Group work is also conducted in math classes.
Calling for traffic safety information
Appointed as road safety advisor
Radio Niseko's Director Miyagawa Hiroyuki, along with staff members Nakahachi Yuki and Kobayashi Mana, have been appointed as "Road Safety Advisors" who will promote road safety through radio broadcasts. Letters of appointment were presented to them by Kato, Chief of the Traffic Division of Kutchan Police Station, on June 4th.
Director Miyagawa Hiroyuki said, "The most important thing is to prevent accidents from occurring. We want to do everything we can to eliminate accidents as much as possible."
In addition to traffic information, it also provides crime prevention information.
Starting from Niseko Town
First shipment of Yotei melons
This year, the first shipment of melons from Niseko Town was made on June 12th, the first shipment in the JA Yotei area. The shipment was made by Eiichi Sato (Miyata).
The sugar content of the Yotei melon shipped this time is 16 degrees, exceeding the standard of 13 degrees. Starting with the "Rupia Red" shipped this time, five varieties will be sold in succession, allowing people in the town to enjoy delicious melons until October.
You can enjoy the fresh and deep flavor.
Head off towards your destination!
Niseko Elementary School and Yoji Centre Excursion
On May 14th, Niseko Elementary School held a field trip. Each grade walked a different route, heading for places like Arishima Takeo Memorial Museum and Soga Forest Park. Students were seen walking and chatting happily with their friends.
Yoji Centre also had a field trip on this day, and the Fox group had fun running around the Central Warehouse Group lawn area and eating their lunch.
How much longer until we arrive?
Everybody's page
Everybody's page
This is a participation page for all town residents.
Looking forward to hearing from you!
Public Relations Planning & Environment Division
TEL 44-2121 FAX 44-3500
Niseko Fan News vol.81
Corner for townspeople by townspeople
Would you like to work as a reporter too? We look forward to your participation.
This month's reporter is Aya Nakae. She is involved in childcare activities at the Aozora Independent Education Pomporo.
Pomporo Open-Air Self-Support Daycare: Children grow up freely in nature!
It's been five years since the Aozora Independent Childcare Center Pomporo was established in Niseko Town. We have been watching over the growth of children while providing outdoor childcare in the nature of Niseko. Currently, about 30 families are participating.
What we value most is nurturing children's "power to live." In the new curriculum guidelines from the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology, "power to live" is defined as "a balanced ability of intellect, virtue, and body." Being good at studying, being a good person, and being good at sports. Hmm, this seems a little too idealistic to ask of children. Our idea of "power to live" is much simpler. It is being able to think "I am an important person." When people no longer think of themselves as important, they lose hope in life. Conversely, as long as they have the strength to affirm themselves, they can overcome any difficulty.
Now, I would like to hear from mothers whose children graduated from Pompolo this spring.
It was officially launched in the summer five years ago with the aim of "raising children in the way we envision them to be." It was a wonderful place where we could share the joy of watching the children grow up, spending time experiencing a truly wide variety of things. I believe that for the children graduating, the experiences they had here will become a source of strength to face the many things that will come their way in the future. I was happy to be able to watch the children grow up close and personal. I also felt that it was the parents who were the ones who learned from being up close to these children. I graduated together with the children. Thank you so much to everyone. I love you all! (Matsubara Yuki)
How about you join us in showering your children with love and enjoying this unique time in nature?
For more details about our activities, please check out our Instagram! If you are interested, please contact us at ponnporo.niseko＠gmail.com.
Niseko High School Agriculture Club
School festival preparations have begun
Third year secretary, Moriwaki Manju
Niseko High School will hold its school festival on Friday, July 19th and Saturday, July 20th. This year, unlike previous years, the festival will be held over two days, including the eve of the festival, so the organizing committee is very excited. As the number of students has increased, new projects such as class flag making and singing contests have been started. The fireworks, which were very popular with students last year, will be held on Friday, July 19th, the eve of the festival.
We would like to ask all the townspeople to vote for the class flag and the ranking of the singing contest, which were added this year. We would also like all the townspeople to participate in the singing contest.
We look forward to your participation!
Niseko Tanka Association
I walk with my child, feeling nostalgic for the cherry blossoms falling like snow.
Thank you for the present I received on Mother's Day. I called my daughter and asked her to come and visit me.
Niseko Haiku Association
Carp streamers swimming leisurely in the countryside by Eiko Ogawa
A flowery robe with the threads removed by Ayako Shimizu
Summer is coming with plenty of herbs for your cooking Yuriko Kudo
The white magnolia blossoms suddenly in the morning.
correction
There was an error in the "Niseko Haiku Club" section on page 13 of the June issue Koho Niseko Newsletter.
(Incorrect) The gentle sound of rain that keeps the flowers blooming. Reiko Kameda
(Correct) The gentle sound of rain that encourages flowers to bloom. Reiko Kameda
This is a participation page for all town residents.
Looking forward to hearing from you!
Public Relations Planning & Environment Division
TEL 44-2121 FAX 44-3500
Niseko Fan News vol.81
Corner for townspeople by townspeople
Would you like to work as a reporter too? We look forward to your participation.
This month's reporter is Aya Nakae. She is involved in childcare activities at the Aozora Independent Education Pomporo.
Pomporo Open-Air Self-Support Daycare: Children grow up freely in nature!
It's been five years since the Aozora Independent Childcare Center Pomporo was established in Niseko Town. We have been watching over the growth of children while providing outdoor childcare in the nature of Niseko. Currently, about 30 families are participating.
What we value most is nurturing children's "power to live." In the new curriculum guidelines from the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology, "power to live" is defined as "a balanced ability of intellect, virtue, and body." Being good at studying, being a good person, and being good at sports. Hmm, this seems a little too idealistic to ask of children. Our idea of "power to live" is much simpler. It is being able to think "I am an important person." When people no longer think of themselves as important, they lose hope in life. Conversely, as long as they have the strength to affirm themselves, they can overcome any difficulty.
Now, I would like to hear from mothers whose children graduated from Pompolo this spring.
It was officially launched in the summer five years ago with the aim of "raising children in the way we envision them to be." It was a wonderful place where we could share the joy of watching the children grow up, spending time experiencing a truly wide variety of things. I believe that for the children graduating, the experiences they had here will become a source of strength to face the many things that will come their way in the future. I was happy to be able to watch the children grow up close and personal. I also felt that it was the parents who were the ones who learned from being up close to these children. I graduated together with the children. Thank you so much to everyone. I love you all! (Matsubara Yuki)
How about you join us in showering your children with love and enjoying this unique time in nature?
For more details about our activities, please check out our Instagram! If you are interested, please contact us at ponnporo.niseko＠gmail.com.
Niseko High School Agriculture Club
School festival preparations have begun
Third year secretary, Moriwaki Manju
Niseko High School will hold its school festival on Friday, July 19th and Saturday, July 20th. This year, unlike previous years, the festival will be held over two days, including the eve of the festival, so the organizing committee is very excited. As the number of students has increased, new projects such as class flag making and singing contests have been started. The fireworks, which were very popular with students last year, will be held on Friday, July 19th, the eve of the festival.
We would like to ask all the townspeople to vote for the class flag and the ranking of the singing contest, which were added this year. We would also like all the townspeople to participate in the singing contest.
We look forward to your participation!
Niseko Tanka Association
I walk with my child, feeling nostalgic for the cherry blossoms falling like snow.
Thank you for the present I received on Mother's Day. I called my daughter and asked her to come and visit me.
Niseko Haiku Association
Carp streamers swimming leisurely in the countryside by Eiko Ogawa
A flowery robe with the threads removed by Ayako Shimizu
Summer is coming with plenty of herbs for your cooking Yuriko Kudo
The white magnolia blossoms suddenly in the morning.
correction
There was an error in the "Niseko Haiku Club" section on page 13 of the June issue Koho Niseko Newsletter.
(Incorrect) The gentle sound of rain that keeps the flowers blooming. Reiko Kameda
(Correct) The gentle sound of rain that encourages flowers to bloom. Reiko Kameda
Playbook Newsletter No.256
Playbook Newsletter No.256
Learning Exchange Center Aso Book
■ Opening hours: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Closed: Mondays, last Fridays, public holidays, year-end and New Year holidays
TEL.0136-43-2155 FAX.0136-43-2156
https://asobook-lib.com/
INFORMATION
Niseko Elementary School Morning Storytelling
On Wednesday, May 22nd, we had morning story time. The 5th graders had a book talk and experienced Braille.
Audiovisual materials
Asobook offers CDs for rent. You can now listen to them, so please take this opportunity to try them out.
Important Notice
Thank you for coming to the festival
Blessed with fine, hot weather, the parking lot in front of Asobook was filled with cotton candy and starch crackers for the first time in a long time, as well as a second-hand book fair and a bazaar, and the area was bustling with fun street performances and puppet shows.
Many people came to the event and we had a great time with the local community. We also had the cooperation of many volunteers and supporters, which helped us set up the event the day before and run it smoothly on the day.
Thank you so much to everyone who participated and to all the volunteers.
Notice of closure
In addition to the usual closing days, the library will be closed on July 7th (Sun) and 16th (Tue) when there are Niseko Town events, and on July 26th (Fri) when the library is sorted.
Play Club will be closed during the summer vacation
For more details, please check the Asobook calendar or Koho Niseko Newsletter "Town Calendar (p. 26)."
Please use the magazine section of the library.
At Asobook, you can read over 40 magazines, some of which have been donated, sponsored, or purchased by the museum. They cover a wide range of topics, including cooking, travel, business, fashion, science, hobbies, and even children's magazines. Find one that catches your interest.
You can borrow any magazine except the latest issue. We also offer coffee during our late night opening on Thursdays, so why not stop by and enjoy a leisurely read with a cup of coffee?
Exhibition
book display
6/29～7/25 "Misremembering" Title Book
A vaguely remembered title, a mistaken author's name. A number of misremembered books that were actually on the counter of the Fukui Prefectural Library will be displayed exactly as they were. "Shocking Giant", "August?", etc. Please come and check the correct answer.
hobby exhibition
7/2～7/14 Haiku/Haiku Club
July 17th to July 31st Painting by Haruyo Kishimoto
New arrival book introduction
practical book
The World's Most Beautiful Owl Picture Book: Living and Flying in the Dark, Their Mysterious Ecology, Edited by Hiroya Mizuguchi and Masayuki Sakizaki
Natural Garden of Perennial Plants Ogihara Style A Happy Garden Without Effort Norio Ogihara
Bonfire Encyclopedia by Shuhei Nagano
Reading material
Our Hakone Ekiden, Vol. 1 and 2, by Jun Ikeido
Welcome to the Hunam-dong Bookstore Hwang Bo-reum
End of Life Share House Akari Mikimoto
Children's books and picture books
I came to eat dinner Shigeri Katsuhiko
New Lego Idea Book DK Company
Grinding Stone and 24 Blocks of Tofu by Nobuo Onishi
There are many other new books. Please take a look at the Playbook.
Learning Exchange Center Aso Book
■ Opening hours: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Closed: Mondays, last Fridays, public holidays, year-end and New Year holidays
TEL.0136-43-2155 FAX.0136-43-2156
https://asobook-lib.com/
INFORMATION
Niseko Elementary School Morning Storytelling
On Wednesday, May 22nd, we had morning story time. The 5th graders had a book talk and experienced Braille.
Audiovisual materials
Asobook offers CDs for rent. You can now listen to them, so please take this opportunity to try them out.
Important Notice
Thank you for coming to the festival
Blessed with fine, hot weather, the parking lot in front of Asobook was filled with cotton candy and starch crackers for the first time in a long time, as well as a second-hand book fair and a bazaar, and the area was bustling with fun street performances and puppet shows.
Many people came to the event and we had a great time with the local community. We also had the cooperation of many volunteers and supporters, which helped us set up the event the day before and run it smoothly on the day.
Thank you so much to everyone who participated and to all the volunteers.
Notice of closure
In addition to the usual closing days, the library will be closed on July 7th (Sun) and 16th (Tue) when there are Niseko Town events, and on July 26th (Fri) when the library is sorted.
Play Club will be closed during the summer vacation
For more details, please check the Asobook calendar or Koho Niseko Newsletter "Town Calendar (p. 26)."
Please use the magazine section of the library.
At Asobook, you can read over 40 magazines, some of which have been donated, sponsored, or purchased by the museum. They cover a wide range of topics, including cooking, travel, business, fashion, science, hobbies, and even children's magazines. Find one that catches your interest.
You can borrow any magazine except the latest issue. We also offer coffee during our late night opening on Thursdays, so why not stop by and enjoy a leisurely read with a cup of coffee?
Exhibition
book display
6/29～7/25 "Misremembering" Title Book
A vaguely remembered title, a mistaken author's name. A number of misremembered books that were actually on the counter of the Fukui Prefectural Library will be displayed exactly as they were. "Shocking Giant", "August?", etc. Please come and check the correct answer.
hobby exhibition
7/2～7/14 Haiku/Haiku Club
July 17th to July 31st Painting by Haruyo Kishimoto
New arrival book introduction
practical book
The World's Most Beautiful Owl Picture Book: Living and Flying in the Dark, Their Mysterious Ecology, Edited by Hiroya Mizuguchi and Masayuki Sakizaki
Natural Garden of Perennial Plants Ogihara Style A Happy Garden Without Effort Norio Ogihara
Bonfire Encyclopedia by Shuhei Nagano
Reading material
Our Hakone Ekiden, Vol. 1 and 2, by Jun Ikeido
Welcome to the Hunam-dong Bookstore Hwang Bo-reum
End of Life Share House Akari Mikimoto
Children's books and picture books
I came to eat dinner Shigeri Katsuhiko
New Lego Idea Book DK Company
Grinding Stone and 24 Blocks of Tofu by Nobuo Onishi
There are many other new books. Please take a look at the Playbook.
Niseko Town Regional Revitalization Cooperation Volunteers, Neighborhood Cooperation Volunteers 34.
Report daily activities from the members!
We will send out information every month so that the townspeople can learn about the activities and personalities of our volunteers!
Report daily activities from the members!
Editor in charge
≫Information is also being sent on SNS!
<3rd year> Yosuke Kiyobe
<2nd year> Risa Ito
First year: Keima Sato, Kodai Ogura, Osamu Muraoka
Introducing the activities of the cooperation team
Radio Niseko
Inside Kira Niseko
"Because I like Niseko of the cooperation team~"
(every Monday from 3:20 pm to 50 pm)
<Scheduled performers in July>
7/1 Misa Kudo and Risa Kamikawauchi
7/8 Yuki Shigeno and Masaaki Yasui
7/15 Hirohiro Ogura and Yukako Ohashi
7/22 Takako Itami and Naoki Nakamura
7/29 Daisuke Kudo and Masashi Hirayama
Information is also being sent on SNS!
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FREE TALK
Gravel in Niseko
Third year
Yosuke Kiyobe (from Sapporo)
Assignment: Forestry Support, Agricultural Policy Division
Have you ever heard of gravel riding? It's about cycling on gravel roads and forest paths, and it's becoming popular all over the world. The most prominent event in Japan was "NISEKO GRAVEL," held on May 12th.
This year, the start and finish points were at the Central Warehouses, and volunteers were called in to help with the setup and operation. The venue, where various content could be enjoyed, was bustling with many people other than the participants.
The ride will take you through Rankoshi, Toyoura, Makkari and back to Niseko.
This was Japan's premier gravel cycling event, where participants were able to fully enjoy the nature of the Niseko region, including forest roads that were specially opened for the event and roads that are not usually traveled.
Overall activity report
May
event support
Kira highway planting
I participated in the planting work on Kira Kaido! It was fun working together with the locals. I heard some people say things like, "I got so absorbed in working with the soil, it was refreshing." I'm looking forward to seeing the flowers bloom as summer approaches. (Ota Kosuke)
Kira Kaido Hanging Basket
I participated in the making of a hanging basket. It may seem simple, but it was difficult because I had to imagine the time, direction, and angle at which the flowers would bloom from various perspectives. (Kodai Ogura)
The 20th Asobook Festival was held
The Asobook Festival was held under the warm early summer sunshine. Tents were lined up in the square, and the event was lively with music concerts and puppet shows. There were also picture book readings and quizzes by international exchange officers, and the children seemed to be completely engrossed in the fun. The volunteers helped set up the event and set up the stalls. We hope that this day will encourage more people to become familiar with local libraries.
new corner
#Today's Field!
Dreams in Niseko Town
Third-year student, Naoki Nakamura (from Sapporo City), assigned to Agricultural Policy Division
I am currently working to become a new farmer. Last year, I opened "Crystal Farm" and rented farmland in the Tomikawa area to cultivate crops in facilities.
They mainly grow cherry tomatoes, spinach, lettuce, etc., and sell them at the Niseko View Plaza direct sales event and at supermarkets in Sapporo.
Their smiles, energy, and determination are second to none. They enjoy farming every day.
Announcement: New members have joined our team!
Saori Nakahara (from Kanagawa Prefecture)
Assignment / Niseko Central Warehouse Group
When I first visited Niseko last year, I was completely captivated and decided to move here with a lot of momentum! I want to get used to life in Niseko as soon as possible. As part of my self-reliance activities, I regularly hold Access Bars classes at the Central Warehouse Complex where I am assigned.
Junichi Ohba (Born in Kanagawa Prefecture)
Place of assignment: Forestry Support
I've been coming Niseko Town every year for my hobby snowboarding for the past few years. I took the first step towards my dream of moving here using the volunteer system. I'd like to try fishing here in the warm season, so I'd like to make friends with people who know more about it. I'd like to enjoy everything in a relaxed manner, so I look forward to meeting you.
Kosuke Ota (from Hyogo Prefecture)
Assignment: Commerce, Commerce and Tourism Division
The beautiful scenery of Niseko Town fills my eyes, and the delicious produce fills my taste buds and stomach. I want to work hard so that I can give back to the townspeople as much as I have gained. I want to get close to the plants and mountains in this land rich in nature, and try various things. Please let me know of any recommended places and food!
We will send out information every month so that the townspeople can learn about the activities and personalities of our volunteers!
Report daily activities from the members!
Editor in charge
≫Information is also being sent on SNS!
<3rd year> Yosuke Kiyobe
<2nd year> Risa Ito
First year: Keima Sato, Kodai Ogura, Osamu Muraoka
Introducing the activities of the cooperation team
Radio Niseko
Inside Kira Niseko
"Because I like Niseko of the cooperation team~"
(every Monday from 3:20 pm to 50 pm)
<Scheduled performers in July>
7/1 Misa Kudo and Risa Kamikawauchi
7/8 Yuki Shigeno and Masaaki Yasui
7/15 Hirohiro Ogura and Yukako Ohashi
7/22 Takako Itami and Naoki Nakamura
7/29 Daisuke Kudo and Masashi Hirayama
Information is also being sent on SNS!
website
▼
▼
▼
FREE TALK
Gravel in Niseko
Third year
Yosuke Kiyobe (from Sapporo)
Assignment: Forestry Support, Agricultural Policy Division
Have you ever heard of gravel riding? It's about cycling on gravel roads and forest paths, and it's becoming popular all over the world. The most prominent event in Japan was "NISEKO GRAVEL," held on May 12th.
This year, the start and finish points were at the Central Warehouses, and volunteers were called in to help with the setup and operation. The venue, where various content could be enjoyed, was bustling with many people other than the participants.
The ride will take you through Rankoshi, Toyoura, Makkari and back to Niseko.
This was Japan's premier gravel cycling event, where participants were able to fully enjoy the nature of the Niseko region, including forest roads that were specially opened for the event and roads that are not usually traveled.
Overall activity report
May
event support
Kira highway planting
I participated in the planting work on Kira Kaido! It was fun working together with the locals. I heard some people say things like, "I got so absorbed in working with the soil, it was refreshing." I'm looking forward to seeing the flowers bloom as summer approaches. (Ota Kosuke)
Kira Kaido Hanging Basket
I participated in the making of a hanging basket. It may seem simple, but it was difficult because I had to imagine the time, direction, and angle at which the flowers would bloom from various perspectives. (Kodai Ogura)
The 20th Asobook Festival was held
The Asobook Festival was held under the warm early summer sunshine. Tents were lined up in the square, and the event was lively with music concerts and puppet shows. There were also picture book readings and quizzes by international exchange officers, and the children seemed to be completely engrossed in the fun. The volunteers helped set up the event and set up the stalls. We hope that this day will encourage more people to become familiar with local libraries.
new corner
#Today's Field!
Dreams in Niseko Town
Third-year student, Naoki Nakamura (from Sapporo City), assigned to Agricultural Policy Division
I am currently working to become a new farmer. Last year, I opened "Crystal Farm" and rented farmland in the Tomikawa area to cultivate crops in facilities.
They mainly grow cherry tomatoes, spinach, lettuce, etc., and sell them at the Niseko View Plaza direct sales event and at supermarkets in Sapporo.
Their smiles, energy, and determination are second to none. They enjoy farming every day.
Announcement: New members have joined our team!
Saori Nakahara (from Kanagawa Prefecture)
Assignment / Niseko Central Warehouse Group
When I first visited Niseko last year, I was completely captivated and decided to move here with a lot of momentum! I want to get used to life in Niseko as soon as possible. As part of my self-reliance activities, I regularly hold Access Bars classes at the Central Warehouse Complex where I am assigned.
Junichi Ohba (Born in Kanagawa Prefecture)
Place of assignment: Forestry Support
I've been coming Niseko Town every year for my hobby snowboarding for the past few years. I took the first step towards my dream of moving here using the volunteer system. I'd like to try fishing here in the warm season, so I'd like to make friends with people who know more about it. I'd like to enjoy everything in a relaxed manner, so I look forward to meeting you.
Kosuke Ota (from Hyogo Prefecture)
Assignment: Commerce, Commerce and Tourism Division
The beautiful scenery of Niseko Town fills my eyes, and the delicious produce fills my taste buds and stomach. I want to work hard so that I can give back to the townspeople as much as I have gained. I want to get close to the plants and mountains in this land rich in nature, and try various things. Please let me know of any recommended places and food!
smiling square
In this section, we will introduce various activities and information related to child-rearing!
Parenting topics
Yoji Centre
The farming has begun
This year we are working on a garden with the older children.
On May 31st, the older boys and girls from Niseko High School came and planted the seedlings in groups. The children were happy to be carefully taught how to take the seedlings out of the pots and how to cover them with soil. They were a little nervous, but they were able to plant them successfully.
After working in the fields, the children played tag and deepened their friendship with their older brothers and sisters.
I can't wait to see it grow bigger!!
Sun
Why not come and visit Ohisama?
The child-rearing support center "Ohisama" is a facility attached to Yoji Centre.
There are various picture books and toys at "Ohisama." Fathers and mothers read to their children and play with toys such as dolls, spending a fun time together.
Parents can talk to each other and consult with childcare workers. In addition, at the "Niko Niko Soudan" (Smile Consultation), you can consult with a public health nurse or nutritionist about any worries you may have about raising children. Why not come and play with your children?
What picture book is it today?
"Ohisama" is a place where parents and children can play casually and talk to each other about their worries. (Inside Yoji Centre)
Important Notice
Consultation to Ohisama
Ohisama Niko Niko Consultations (consultations with public health nurses and nutritionists) will be held on the following dates.
Why not come and talk to us about your concerns and questions regarding child development, vaccinations, weaning, and other child-rearing issues?
Date and time: July 9th (Tuesday) 10:00am - 11:30am
◆ Place: Child-rearing Support Center “Ohisama”
Early Yoji Centre Opening
The Early Yoji Centre will be open to parents and children from birth to preschool age.
◆Date and time: Friday, July 12th, 10:00 AM
◆Location: Yoji Centre
◆Contents/rhythm, walking, playing in the water, etc.
*Childcare contents may change on the day.
◆Application deadline: July 9th (Tuesday)
Parent-child fitness {Parenting class}
Date and time: Friday, July 19th, 10:00am - 11:00am
◆Place/Townsman Center
◆ Clothing: Comfortable clothes
◆What to bring: Drinks, towels, etc. if necessary
◆Application deadline: Friday, July 12th
<Inquiries about this page>
Niseko Town Yoji Centre "Kiratto" Manager / Aoki and Matsui
TEL（代表）0136-44-2700 FAX 0136-44-2725
Parenting topics
Yoji Centre
The farming has begun
This year we are working on a garden with the older children.
On May 31st, the older boys and girls from Niseko High School came and planted the seedlings in groups. The children were happy to be carefully taught how to take the seedlings out of the pots and how to cover them with soil. They were a little nervous, but they were able to plant them successfully.
After working in the fields, the children played tag and deepened their friendship with their older brothers and sisters.
I can't wait to see it grow bigger!!
Sun
Why not come and visit Ohisama?
The child-rearing support center "Ohisama" is a facility attached to Yoji Centre.
There are various picture books and toys at "Ohisama." Fathers and mothers read to their children and play with toys such as dolls, spending a fun time together.
Parents can talk to each other and consult with childcare workers. In addition, at the "Niko Niko Soudan" (Smile Consultation), you can consult with a public health nurse or nutritionist about any worries you may have about raising children. Why not come and play with your children?
What picture book is it today?
"Ohisama" is a place where parents and children can play casually and talk to each other about their worries. (Inside Yoji Centre)
Important Notice
Consultation to Ohisama
Ohisama Niko Niko Consultations (consultations with public health nurses and nutritionists) will be held on the following dates.
Why not come and talk to us about your concerns and questions regarding child development, vaccinations, weaning, and other child-rearing issues?
Date and time: July 9th (Tuesday) 10:00am - 11:30am
◆ Place: Child-rearing Support Center “Ohisama”
Early Yoji Centre Opening
The Early Yoji Centre will be open to parents and children from birth to preschool age.
◆Date and time: Friday, July 12th, 10:00 AM
◆Location: Yoji Centre
◆Contents/rhythm, walking, playing in the water, etc.
*Childcare contents may change on the day.
◆Application deadline: July 9th (Tuesday)
Parent-child fitness {Parenting class}
Date and time: Friday, July 19th, 10:00am - 11:00am
◆Place/Townsman Center
◆ Clothing: Comfortable clothes
◆What to bring: Drinks, towels, etc. if necessary
◆Application deadline: Friday, July 12th
<Inquiries about this page>
Niseko Town Yoji Centre "Kiratto" Manager / Aoki and Matsui
TEL（代表）0136-44-2700 FAX 0136-44-2725
Hello, this is Arishima Takeo Memorial Museum vol.38
Hello, this is Arishima Takeo Memorial Museum vol.38
Curator Kono
Arishima Takeo Memorial Museum
TEL.0136-44-3245
How much do you come into contact with paper in your daily life? Books have been replaced by e-books, tedious procedures are done online, and communication with people far away is done on social media... Paper is a very familiar material, but its use is decreasing in various situations. The flyers and admission tickets issued by our museum may one day be digitized.
Despite the current state of affairs, Arishima Takeo Memorial Museum has many paper-related items. Here are some of them.
Records of Niseko Town
We have collected town records that have been published to date, such as "Kaributo Public Relations" and "Koho Niseko Newsletter," town photographs, and pamphlets. Do you have any old publications or pamphlets at home? They are valuable materials that can help us learn about the town's history. In order to preserve Niseko Town 's past records for future generations, please bring any publications or pamphlets that you think might be at Arishima Takeo Memorial Museum to our museum.
Collage and paper cutting
The museum has a collection of about 10,000 pieces of Hideyuki Fujikura's collages, all made from paper. When you look at the works, you'll forget they are made from paper alone, thanks to the colors and attention to detail.
When you actually try it, you can really feel Fujikura's skill. It is quite difficult to tear the paper neatly into the intended shape.
This year, we will also be exhibiting a number of paper cutouts, which we have not exhibited much in the past. Unlike collage, we cut black paper with a cutter and color the inside of the cutouts. These were created before we started collage, and have a completely different atmosphere from collage. Please come and see them.
Arishima Takeo Memorial Museum official social media account launched
We post information on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram. We post the latest information on exhibitions and daily life at Arishima Takeo Memorial Museum. Please take a look.
July opening dates
・July 1st to July 11th: Only the permanent exhibition room and book cafe will be open.
July 12th: Closed on special days
・From July 13th onwards: All facilities open
The latest information will be posted on Arishima Takeo Memorial Museum 's official social media accounts.
*Please note that during July, the book cafe will only be open for take-out, and the desks and other facilities inside the building will not be available for use.
Curator Kono
Arishima Takeo Memorial Museum
TEL.0136-44-3245
How much do you come into contact with paper in your daily life? Books have been replaced by e-books, tedious procedures are done online, and communication with people far away is done on social media... Paper is a very familiar material, but its use is decreasing in various situations. The flyers and admission tickets issued by our museum may one day be digitized.
Despite the current state of affairs, Arishima Takeo Memorial Museum has many paper-related items. Here are some of them.
Records of Niseko Town
We have collected town records that have been published to date, such as "Kaributo Public Relations" and "Koho Niseko Newsletter," town photographs, and pamphlets. Do you have any old publications or pamphlets at home? They are valuable materials that can help us learn about the town's history. In order to preserve Niseko Town 's past records for future generations, please bring any publications or pamphlets that you think might be at Arishima Takeo Memorial Museum to our museum.
Collage and paper cutting
The museum has a collection of about 10,000 pieces of Hideyuki Fujikura's collages, all made from paper. When you look at the works, you'll forget they are made from paper alone, thanks to the colors and attention to detail.
When you actually try it, you can really feel Fujikura's skill. It is quite difficult to tear the paper neatly into the intended shape.
This year, we will also be exhibiting a number of paper cutouts, which we have not exhibited much in the past. Unlike collage, we cut black paper with a cutter and color the inside of the cutouts. These were created before we started collage, and have a completely different atmosphere from collage. Please come and see them.
Arishima Takeo Memorial Museum official social media account launched
We post information on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram. We post the latest information on exhibitions and daily life at Arishima Takeo Memorial Museum. Please take a look.
July opening dates
・July 1st to July 11th: Only the permanent exhibition room and book cafe will be open.
July 12th: Closed on special days
・From July 13th onwards: All facilities open
The latest information will be posted on Arishima Takeo Memorial Museum 's official social media accounts.
*Please note that during July, the book cafe will only be open for take-out, and the desks and other facilities inside the building will not be available for use.
Information of living
News from Niseko Town
Information of living
Important Notice
★National Route 5 Rankoshi-Kutchan Road (Niseko - Kutchan)
Road Planning Briefing to be Held
The Otaru Development and Construction Department of the Hokkaido Regional Development Bureau is planning a project to develop a highway between Motomachi, Niseko Town and Asahi, Kutchan Town, which will contribute to improving safety and promoting tourism, and serve as an alternative route in the event of a disaster such as an eruption of Mount Usu.
In order to gain your understanding and cooperation with on-site surveys (topographical surveys, geological surveys, etc.), the town and the Otaru Development and Construction Department will hold a road planning briefing regarding the purpose, progress, and plans of the project.
■Date and time: Friday, July 12th, 6pm (approximately 1 hour)
■ Place / Townsman Center
*Please contact us if you would like to receive the materials.
■ Capacity: 250 people
*If the venue reaches capacity, you may be asked to stand or watch on another day.
■Inquiries: Business Planning Planning & Environment Division
TEL 0136-44-2121
北海道開発局小樽開発建設部道路計画課 TEL 0134-23-7463
To all those who own farmland
Farmland is a precious and limited resource for ensuring a stable supply of food, and owners and renters of farmland are expected to take responsibility for using it appropriately and efficiently. There are no penalties, but farmland currently under cultivation cannot be left without planting anything.
For this reason, once a year, Agricultural Committee sends out district agricultural committee members to inspect all farmland and conduct a survey on the status of farmland use. They may need to enter farmland and interview you, so we ask for your cooperation (this year, from late June to August). If the survey reveals that the land has been left unattended, Agricultural Committee will send you a survey on intentions to use.
Agricultural Committee cannot issue a non-agricultural certificate for agricultural land that has been the subject of a survey of agricultural use intentions. Please manage the agricultural land so that it does not become overgrown, such as by mowing and plowing. If you are unable to cultivate the land yourself, please contact us and we will find someone who can cultivate it.
Furthermore, if you wish to use farmland for purposes other than farming (constructing buildings, collecting soil and sand, storing materials, etc.), you will need permission from Agricultural Committee (or the Governor of Hokkaido if the area exceeds 4 hectares). There are some farmlands for which permission cannot be obtained depending on the purpose and location, such as large-scale, high-quality farmland or land where the purpose can be achieved by building on something other than farmland. There are penalties for proceeding without permission. If you have a business plan, it can take time from application to permission, so please consult with Agricultural Committee as soon as possible.
■問合せ／ニセコ町農業委員会 TEL 0136-44-2121
Memorial Ceremony for the War Dead in 2024
This year's Niseko Town War Dead Memorial Ceremony will be held on Saturday, July 20th, for members of the bereaved families only. Members of the bereaved families will be contacted individually at a later date.
Also, on that day, the public will be able to visit the memorial stone.
■問合せ／保健福祉課福祉係 TEL 0136-44-2121
Aquatic insect observation party
By playing in the river, you can observe what creatures and insects live there.
Date and time: July 20th (Saturday) 9:30am - 1:00pm
■Meeting place: Niseko Town Hall (bus to the river in the town)
■ Target: 1st to 6th grade elementary school students
■Advance application system/first 20 people
■Application deadline: Friday, July 5th
■問合せ／企画環境課環境モデル都市推進係 TEL0136-44-2121
Operated by Sky Bus Niseko
The tourism associations of the towns of Kutchan and Niseko have joined forces to operate the "Sky Bus Niseko" for the third year as a demonstration project for wide-area transportation.
This bus connects the two towns during the green season and runs not only during the day but also at night. In addition, it is an open-top bus, so you can feel the summer breeze of Niseko directly, making it a fun bus ride in itself.
Please use this bus for touring the Niseko area, for dining out in the evening, or as a new transportation experience.
For details on the operation, please check the dedicated website.
■ Operation period: July 20th (Saturday) to August 18th (Sunday)
■ Route: Kutchan Station ⇔ Niseko Station, Niseko View Plaza Roadside Station
* Via each (Hanazono area, Hirafu area, Higashiyama area designated bus stop)
*Starting this year, some flights will also stop at the Annupuri area.
■Operating hours: 7:40am - 8:05pm
■Fare／3-ride ticket (valid during the season): Adults (junior high school students and above) 2,000 yen, Children 1,000 yen
*Special offer for town residents: 1,000 yen for adults, 500 yen for children (only available for advance purchase of paper tickets at Niseko Station and Roadside Station View Plaza. Proof of Niseko Town residence required)
■Annupuri Shuttle: Operated by the Niseko Resort Tourist Association as a connecting bus between the Annupuri area and the Higashiyama area Sky Bus.
■Fare: Free
■Route: Ikoi no Yuyado Iroha ⇔ Takahashi Farm Niseko Milk Factory
■問合せ／株式会社ニセコリゾート観光協会 TEL 0136-44-2468
For more information about Sky Bus, click here:
Attorney Sato will solve your worries!
●This month's theme
What is parental authority?
I'm sure many of you have seen recent news reports about the amendment to the Civil Code that will introduce joint custody after divorce.
Although many people have heard of the term "custody," it seems that not many people understand exactly what kind of right it is.
Parental rights refer to all the rights and responsibilities that parents have in raising their minor children to adulthood.
Parental rights can be broadly divided into property management rights and personal custody rights. Property management rights literally include the authority to manage a child's property and the right to consent to the child's legal acts. Personal custody rights, on the other hand, include the right to designate where a child will live, the right to give permission for a child to pursue a career, and the right to consent and act on behalf of a child when performing acts related to personal status law. For example, when remarrying and taking a child with you, adopting your child with your new spouse would be an act related to personal status law.
During marriage, both parents have parental authority, and the parents exercise that authority jointly. Under current law, in the event of divorce, one of the parents must be designated as the parent with custody, but the revised Civil Code allows joint custody to be chosen. With the increase in options, it is important to be careful not to let divorce negotiations or disputes drag on and affect your children.
Park Front Law Office Niseko Office
141 Hondori Niseko Town
TEL 0136-44-3800 FAX.0136-44-3801
pension news
It is convenient to make an appointment in advance for a consultation regarding National Pension!
小樽年金事務所では、年金受給に関する相談窓口を設置しています。年金請求書の記入について窓口で相談したい人は、訪問前に「予約受付専門電話」0570-05-4890で予約をお願いします。
If you make a reservation, the staff member will prepare in advance according to the content of the consultation, so the consultation can go smoothly. When making an inquiry, please bring your pension book or pension certificate with your basic pension number.
It is convenient to make an appointment in advance for a consultation regarding National Pension!
■ Consultation hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:15 p.m.
■問合せ／町民生活課住民係 TEL 0136-44-2121
We collect used small household appliances
Small household appliances (products that run on household electricity or batteries) contain useful metals such as iron, aluminum, precious metals, and rare metals, and these metals can be recycled as resources.
Therefore, we aim to collect used small household appliances and have government-certified businesses recycle them into metal resources, thereby recycling resources.
If you have small household appliances that you no longer need, please help us collect them.
*Small appliances cannot be collected from people outside the town, businesses, offices, or stores.
Collection dates: Friday, July 19th, 5pm to 7pm, Saturday, July 20th, 8am to 11am
■ Collection location / Niseko Town heavy vehicle garage (opposite Niseko Dental Clinic)
■Items that can be recycled: Mobile phones, telephones, digital cameras, irons, DVD players, audio equipment, magnetic disk drives, laptops, computer units (excluding displays), and other household products that run on electricity or batteries
■Items that cannot be collected: Kerosene stoves, televisions, washing machines, clothes dryers, air conditioners, refrigerators, freezers, CRT displays, LCD displays, kotatsu/speakers, and other small and large wooden appliances.
*Please delete any personal information that may be included on your mobile phone or computer beforehand.
*For safe and smooth processing, please be sure to remove batteries and printer ink/toner.
*We will not collect outer boxes and packing materials, so please either bring only small appliances or take home any outer boxes and packing materials you brought to the venue.
*If you are elderly and unable to bring your trash to the collection point, we will collect it from 1pm to 4pm on Friday, July 19th, so please contact Resident Affairs Division as soon as possible.
■問合せ／町民生活課町民生活係 TEL 0136-44-2121
International Exchange Communication vol.15
Hello!
This month, we will be holding a workshop on the traditional Indonesian shadow puppet theater, Wayang Kulit! Originally scheduled for June 2nd, it has been postponed to July 6th. "Wayang" means "doll" in Javanese (the language of the Indonesian island of Java), and "kulit" means "skin." In other words, "Wayang Kulit" is a puppet made from cowhide!
In this workshop, we will introduce the making of Wayang Kulit, the characteristics of Indonesian theater, and folk tales. We will also provide drinks and snacks that are perfect for the Indonesian summer! Applications are now being accepted!
heart gift
We received your donation. thanks for the goodwill
《Niseko Town Social Welfare Council Reception》
“As a thank you for taking care of my husband when he was alive.”
Hondori Danchi Toshiko Oguri
Contract Results
The results of the contract will be posted on the Niseko Town Official Website. Please use the QR code on the left to access the website.
Town case book Niseko Town Crime Prevention Association
Incident: In Niseko Town, a roof eaves was broken.
Traffic Accidents There were no traffic accidents in Niseko Town during May.
倶知安警察署／TEL 0136-22-0110
Notice of Recruitment of Self-Defense Forces
● General Soda Candidate (2nd)
・Eligibility for taking the exam: 18 years old or older but under 33 years old as of the 1st day of the scheduled hiring month
・Application period: July 1st (Monday) to September 3rd (Tuesday)
First exam date: September 14th (Saturday) to September 22nd (Sunday)
● Self-Defense Officer Candidate (2nd)
・Eligibility for taking the exam: 18 years old or older but under 33 years old as of the 1st day of the scheduled hiring month
・Application period: July 1st (Monday) to August 7th (Wednesday)
・Exam date: August 23rd (Friday) to August 25th (Sunday)
● Self-Defense Force Candidates (3rd)
・Eligibility for taking the exam: 18 years old or older but under 33 years old as of the 1st day of the scheduled hiring month
・Application period: July 1st (Monday) to September 3rd (Tuesday)
・Exam date: September 20th (Friday) to September 26th (Thursday)
Test dates are subject to change. Please contact us for further information.
■問合せ／自衛隊札幌地方協力本部倶知安地域事務所 TEL 0136-23-3540
または自衛官募集相談員 TEL 0136-44-2177
The operational situation of town ownership information
In order for us to think for ourselves and proceed with community development, we need a variety of information about the town. In addition, our personal information must be properly managed.
The town has a bylaw that requires the town to publicly disclose the status of use of information managed by the town. The status of use of town-owned information in 2023 is as follows:
Niseko Town Information Disclosure Ordinance
This ordinance guarantees everyone the right to request disclosure of information managed by the town.
1. Number of information disclosure requests: 3
2. Screening session status: 1
Former Niseko Town Personal Information Protection Ordinance
This old ordinance guaranteed the right of anyone to request disclosure of their personal information to the town, and obliged the town to set rules and properly manage the use of everyone's personal information.
This old ordinance was abolished at the end of March, and with the revision of the national "Act on the Protection of Personal Information," the personal information protection systems of the national and local governments were unified under the same law, becoming a nationwide common rule from April 1st.
1. Number of requests for disclosure and number of decisions regarding disclosure or non-disclosure/None
2. Number of requests for correction and number of decisions: None
3. Number of requests for correction and number of cases processed: None
4. Appeal/None
5. Use for other purposes and provision to external parties
■ Number of cases of unauthorized use: 2
*Usage for purposes other than those intended means that personal information is used for purposes other than the original collection within the town.
■ Number of cases provided externally / 1 case
■問合せ／（情報公開について）総務課総務係（個人情報の保護について）総務課情報管理係 TEL 0136-44-2121
Operational status of town-owned information (reported 2023)
〈Unintended use〉
Affairs using information
Smartphone Classes for 2023
Niseko Town Gift Certificate Distribution Project 2023
Divisions that use the information
Town: General Affairs Division
Town: Commerce and Tourism Division
Affairs in charge of information
N
Resident registration affairs and Maternal and Child Health Law affairs
Division in charge of the information
None (Participant himself)
Resident Affairs Division and Health & Welfare Division
Reason for non-purpose use
To hold smartphone classes aimed at alleviating concerns about digital use among the elderly and others.
To distribute Niseko Town gift certificates.
〈External provision〉
Affairs using information
Commissioned support project for promoting sustainable urban development through diverse collaboration (Niseko Heart Lab Promotion Project)
Divisions that use the information
Town: Planning & Environment Division (Niseko Machi Co., Ltd.)
Affairs in charge of information
N
Division in charge of the information
None (company representative)
Reason for non-purpose use
To become an official partner that sympathizes with Niseko Town 's urban development and will co-create the future, set up a consultation desk for donations and human resource development, and receive support.
Tracking! vol.42
Activities of a town development company!
We're looking for community volunteers!
Niseko Machi Co., Ltd. is looking for people to join us in community activities at Niseko Mirai! We will be looking for people to help grow vegetables in the shared fields at Niseko Mirai and help with various events.
We welcome people who have ideas for things they would like to do, or who enjoy having fun at events with others! We will explore various possibilities with your ideas.
■ Target applicants: No age limit (elementary school students and younger must be accompanied by a guardian), people who can enjoy and cooperate with others, and people who are interested in community activities
■Work content: Light work in the fields and helping with various events
■ Location: Niseko Mirai site
■How to apply: Please contact the email address below
■Bonus／
1. You can use the vacant space in the fields! (Free, details to be discussed)
2. You can grow your favorite crops together!
3. We will provide information on Niseko Mirai, including rental properties, in advance!
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Niseko Town Office. We look forward to receiving your application!
■Inquiries/Niseko Machi Co., Ltd.
TEL 0136-55-6087
Email:info@nisekomachi.co.jp
Recruitment
We're hiring firefighters!
Niseko Fire Department is recruiting volunteer firefighters to play an important role in local disaster prevention.
Volunteer fire corps are firefighting organizations established in municipalities and are made up of local residents who usually have their own jobs. Based on the spirit of protecting their hometown, "we protect our own town ourselves," they are part-time special-class local government officials who rush from their homes or workplaces to engage in disaster response such as fires.
In recent years, the number of volunteer firefighters has been decreasing nationwide, and the national government and other organizations are working to secure more volunteers. Why not use your skills to help protect your town?
■ Eligibility: Men and women aged 18 or older who live or work in Niseko Town
■ Activities: Firefighting, search and rescue, emergency training, fire prevention, public relations, etc.
■問合せ／羊蹄山ろく消防組合消防署ニセコ支署 TEL 0136-44-2354
Sports
★Let's have fun together
Whole town softball tournament
Join the inter-district softball tournament and deepen your friendships with the local people.
■ Date and time: Sunday, July 28th, match starts at 8am (rain cancellation)
■ Location: Baseball field, multipurpose plaza at the sports park
■Application deadline: Friday, July 12th
*Please apply as a team for each region.
■ Supervisor meeting: Wednesday, July 17th, 6pm
■ Place / Townsman Center
■問合せ／総合教育課スポーツ係 TEL 0136-44-2034
Would you like to wake up early and do radio exercises?
During the summer vacation in elementary school, why not get up a little earlier and do some radio calisthenics?
■Date and time: July 27th (Saturday) to August 20th (Tuesday) 6:30am (cancelled in case of rain)
■ Location: Chibikko Square
■問合せ／総合教育課スポーツ係 TEL 0136-44-2034
Event
★Coloring Niseko in summer
Tanabata evening Fireworks Display
Making a small hometown
The "Tanabata Evening" fireworks display is beloved by townspeople and marks its 44th year this year.
The Executive Committee considers the safety and convenience of all visitors, and while receiving sponsorship money from business operators and support from the town, we are devising venue construction and security.
However, due to rising raw material prices, it has become increasingly difficult to operate. Therefore, we would like to ask for your support for this event again this year, and we will be collecting donations. We appreciate your kind support.
■ Donation box locations: Kiranoyu, Maeda Shoten, Seicomart, Izakaya Matsu, Snack Iitomo, Seven-Eleven, Lupinus
◎ Fireworks display schedule
■ Date and time: Saturday, August 3rd, 2pm (rain or shine)
■ Place/Athletic Park
*During the event, parking is prohibited on the roads around the venue. Please check the flyers and other information and be sure to use the designated temporary parking lot.
We are also recruiting volunteer staff. Please contact us for more information.
■問合せ／実行委員会事務局（ニセコ町商工会内）TEL 0136-44-2214
Niseko Village Niconico Summer Festival
"Niseko Village Niconico Summer Festival 2024" will be held.
Free shuttle bus service
You can enjoy quiz battles based on the "Niseko Guide Certification" created by Niseko Junior High School (station and community center), food trucks, music events, and more. Please feel free to come and join us.
Date and time: July 13th (Saturday) 2pm-9pm, July 14th (Sunday) 11am-9pm
■ Location: Niseko Village, Niseko Space
■問合せ／ニセコビレッジ TEL 0136-44-2211
culture
●TAKEO PAPER SHOW NISEKO "PACKAGING - Function and Laughter"
This exhibition features paper and design by Takeo, a specialized paper trading company. Come and see the new face of paper, a familiar material.
■Date and time: July 13th (Sat) - August 18th (Sun)
■ Place / Arishima Takeo Memorial Museum
■ Fee/Free
■ Organized by: Takeo Co., Ltd. (Management: Arishima Takeo Memorial Museum)
●Shiribeshi Museum
Road Concert 2024
The Shiribeshi Museum Road is a collaboration between cultural facilities across Shiribeshi. A concert will be held in connection with this initiative. We will bring you fascinating sounds such as Bach's "Flute Duo."
Date and time: July 27th (Saturday) 3pm
■ Place / Arishima Takeo Memorial Museum
■ Advance registration required / Maximum 30 people
* Applications will be accepted by phone from Tuesday, July 2nd.
■ Fee/Free
■ Performers: Minako Yajo, Masakazu Tachibana (flute)
■ Sponsored by Dogin Cultural Foundation, etc.
Reading session by actor Gen Hongo
This year too, Hongo will be holding readings of various of his works.
■Date and time: July 28th (Sun) 1pm
■ Place / Arishima Takeo Memorial Museum
■ Advance registration required / Maximum 30 people
* Applications will be accepted by phone from Tuesday, July 2nd.
■ Fee/Free
■ Appearance: Gen Hongo (actor)
■有島記念館の事業についての申込み・問合せ／有島記念館 TEL 0136-44-3245
Radio Niseko News vol.03
This time we will introduce some popular Radio Niseko programs!
・Public live broadcast [Niseko Radio Cafe]
This live broadcast is aired every Saturday from noon to 2pm. Leaving the usual studio, the show is broadcast live from the Kiranoyu Community Space next to Radio Niseko. On the day of the show, a request box is set up and visitors can watch the show and request songs they want to hear, or even be interviewed and appear on the show, making this a show that truly embodies Radio Niseko's philosophy of "don't just listen to this radio, be on it!"
The program is also broadcast in Kiranoyu, so you can enjoy listening to your favorite song while soaking in the hot spring. The hosts of the program are Hiroyuki Miyagawa and Mana Kobayashi. We look forward to seeing you!
・Town residents appear [Niseko People]
This year, new staff members from Niseko Town Hall and new teachers and staff from each school will be appearing in the "Niseko People" corner of the live program "Kira・Niseko," which airs Monday through Friday from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
This is a corner where we talk about his work, his personality, and his charm. Please listen.
For information on appearances and post-broadcast notes, please check Radio Niseko's social media accounts!
■問合せ／ラジオニセコ TEL 0136-55-5762
mail:niseok762@radioniseko.jp
There is a vacant room in the town house
Type Apartment name Format Structure Rent guideline Minimum to maximum Parking space
Public housing (for families) Fujimi Danchi Building 3, Room 204 3LDK (61.99 sqm) Built in 1983 Simple fireproof 2-story building 10,700 yen to 34,900 yen (varies depending on income, etc.) Available
Public housing (for families) Fujimi Danchi Building 4, Room 101 3LDK (61.99 sqm) Built in 1985 Simple fireproof 2-story building 11,000 yen to 35,700 yen (varies depending on income, etc.) Available
Public housing (for families) Fujimi Danchi Building 4, Room 201 3LDK (61.99 sqm) Built in 1985 Simple fireproof 2-story building 11,000 yen to 35,700 yen (varies depending on income, etc.) Available
Specific public rental housing (for singles) Nozomi Danchi Building 1, Room 102, 1LDK (41.5 sqm), fireproof, 2-story building, 39,000 yen, rent 36,000 yen, garage fee 3,000 yen, available
Specific public rental housing (for singles) Nozomi Danchi Building 1, Room 109, 1LDK (41.5 sqm), fireproof, 2-story building, 39,000 yen, rent 36,000 yen, garage fee 3,000 yen, available
●Application period: July 1st (Monday) to July 16th (Tuesday)
●Eligibility and application method/Please inquire for details.
■Inquiries regarding municipal housing: Housing Management Section, Municipal Infrastructure Division Division
If you don't know, you'll lose out
Join the Farmers' Pension Scheme to enjoy a secure and prosperous retirement
Farmers live long lives, but...
I want to live in retirement without worrying about money.
However, there are also unpredictable economic fluctuations and unexpected injuries and illnesses.
The average life expectancy of a 65-year-old Japanese man is 22 years (87 years) and woman 27 years (92 years), and agricultural pension recipients live even longer.
Old age life that takes so much
(Approximately 2.84 million yen per year in cash expenditure)
The household expenses for an elderly farming household (a married couple aged 65 or older) are approximately 237,000 yen per month in cash expenditures.
(Source: Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications Household Survey, etc.)
The amount of national pension paid is
Approximately 68,000 yen per month per person (if enrolled for 40 years)
The combined monthly bill for a couple is about 139,000 yen.
The national pension alone is not enough for a rich post-retirement life, and it is necessary to prepare for post-retirement living expenses on your own.
For salaried workers, the Employees' Pension Insurance tops up their National Pension (basic pension) (in the model case of the Employees' Pension Insurance, this amounts to 230,000 yen per month for a married couple).
Farmers too can join the Farmers' Pension Plan, which offers many benefits, and enjoy a secure and prosperous retirement.
■Inquiries: JA or Agricultural Committee Secretariat
JAようてい真狩支所 TEL 0136-45-2131
農業委員会事務局 TEL 0136-44-2121
Consumer affairs consultation memo
Charging fictitious unpaid bills
Beware of fraudulent methods
Since last year, consultation centers across the country have been receiving numerous inquiries about "I received automated voice calls or calls from unknown numbers on my home or cell phone asking for unpaid fees. What should I do?" In many of these inquiries, calls are made by people pretending to be from real companies or public institutions, and people are being asked to pay for services on sites that they have no knowledge of or for fictitious unpaid fees.
The most common payment method is to ask you to purchase prepaid electronic money at a convenience store, and they may also ask for your name, address, account number, etc. What can you do to avoid getting into trouble?
When you receive a call from an unknown number, you can effectively prevent trouble by doing three things: don't answer, don't listen, and don't call back.
Also, if you have any questions, look up the actual contact information for the business and inquire. In most cases, fraudsters ask you to buy an electronic money card at a convenience store and ask for the number. If you are asked to pay unpaid fees that you do not remember, do not pay them.
No matter how careful you are, you can still run into trouble.
If you feel uneasy or in trouble, please contact a consultation center, police, or city hall immediately.
■問合せ／ようてい地域消費生活相談窓口 TEL 0136-44-1600
Farewell speech from the Coordinator for International Relations
Palmer Brooke (New Zealand)
I will be graduating from my job as an international relations officer in August and returning to New Zealand.
Thank you so much to everyone in Niseko Town for all your help over the past two years. I look forward to returning to Niseko Town in the future!
Wiropaspito Shahira Margaret (From Australia)
I will graduate from my job as an international exchange officer in August and return to Australia. Thank you very much to everyone in Niseko Town! I was able to make many fun memories. I would like to return to Niseko Town again.
hello mayor
Thoughts on a declining population society
In April of this year, the Population Strategy Council released a report on the analysis of local government "sustainability." This time, a new classification of "black hole type municipalities" based on the closed population was added. Niseko Town 's rate of decline in young women in the closed population was less than 20% (18.6%), so it is classified as "other municipalities" in D-2 and is a municipality that needs to take measures to deal with the social decline in population. More than 30 years have passed since Tokyo's concentration and rapid population decline in rural areas became political issues in Japan, and the situation is becoming more serious. Policies that create disparities have continued, such as the privatization of railways and postal services, which played the role of Japan's capillary blood vessels, and the expansion of non-regular employment in the name of freedom of work. I believe that now is the time to change our thinking from a society that prioritizes economic rationality to a society that prioritizes human dignity and life.
Niseko Town Kenya Katayama
Information of living
Important Notice
★National Route 5 Rankoshi-Kutchan Road (Niseko - Kutchan)
Road Planning Briefing to be Held
The Otaru Development and Construction Department of the Hokkaido Regional Development Bureau is planning a project to develop a highway between Motomachi, Niseko Town and Asahi, Kutchan Town, which will contribute to improving safety and promoting tourism, and serve as an alternative route in the event of a disaster such as an eruption of Mount Usu.
In order to gain your understanding and cooperation with on-site surveys (topographical surveys, geological surveys, etc.), the town and the Otaru Development and Construction Department will hold a road planning briefing regarding the purpose, progress, and plans of the project.
■Date and time: Friday, July 12th, 6pm (approximately 1 hour)
■ Place / Townsman Center
*Please contact us if you would like to receive the materials.
■ Capacity: 250 people
*If the venue reaches capacity, you may be asked to stand or watch on another day.
■Inquiries: Business Planning Planning & Environment Division
TEL 0136-44-2121
北海道開発局小樽開発建設部道路計画課 TEL 0134-23-7463
To all those who own farmland
Farmland is a precious and limited resource for ensuring a stable supply of food, and owners and renters of farmland are expected to take responsibility for using it appropriately and efficiently. There are no penalties, but farmland currently under cultivation cannot be left without planting anything.
For this reason, once a year, Agricultural Committee sends out district agricultural committee members to inspect all farmland and conduct a survey on the status of farmland use. They may need to enter farmland and interview you, so we ask for your cooperation (this year, from late June to August). If the survey reveals that the land has been left unattended, Agricultural Committee will send you a survey on intentions to use.
Agricultural Committee cannot issue a non-agricultural certificate for agricultural land that has been the subject of a survey of agricultural use intentions. Please manage the agricultural land so that it does not become overgrown, such as by mowing and plowing. If you are unable to cultivate the land yourself, please contact us and we will find someone who can cultivate it.
Furthermore, if you wish to use farmland for purposes other than farming (constructing buildings, collecting soil and sand, storing materials, etc.), you will need permission from Agricultural Committee (or the Governor of Hokkaido if the area exceeds 4 hectares). There are some farmlands for which permission cannot be obtained depending on the purpose and location, such as large-scale, high-quality farmland or land where the purpose can be achieved by building on something other than farmland. There are penalties for proceeding without permission. If you have a business plan, it can take time from application to permission, so please consult with Agricultural Committee as soon as possible.
■問合せ／ニセコ町農業委員会 TEL 0136-44-2121
Memorial Ceremony for the War Dead in 2024
This year's Niseko Town War Dead Memorial Ceremony will be held on Saturday, July 20th, for members of the bereaved families only. Members of the bereaved families will be contacted individually at a later date.
Also, on that day, the public will be able to visit the memorial stone.
■問合せ／保健福祉課福祉係 TEL 0136-44-2121
Aquatic insect observation party
By playing in the river, you can observe what creatures and insects live there.
Date and time: July 20th (Saturday) 9:30am - 1:00pm
■Meeting place: Niseko Town Hall (bus to the river in the town)
■ Target: 1st to 6th grade elementary school students
■Advance application system/first 20 people
■Application deadline: Friday, July 5th
■問合せ／企画環境課環境モデル都市推進係 TEL0136-44-2121
Operated by Sky Bus Niseko
The tourism associations of the towns of Kutchan and Niseko have joined forces to operate the "Sky Bus Niseko" for the third year as a demonstration project for wide-area transportation.
This bus connects the two towns during the green season and runs not only during the day but also at night. In addition, it is an open-top bus, so you can feel the summer breeze of Niseko directly, making it a fun bus ride in itself.
Please use this bus for touring the Niseko area, for dining out in the evening, or as a new transportation experience.
For details on the operation, please check the dedicated website.
■ Operation period: July 20th (Saturday) to August 18th (Sunday)
■ Route: Kutchan Station ⇔ Niseko Station, Niseko View Plaza Roadside Station
* Via each (Hanazono area, Hirafu area, Higashiyama area designated bus stop)
*Starting this year, some flights will also stop at the Annupuri area.
■Operating hours: 7:40am - 8:05pm
■Fare／3-ride ticket (valid during the season): Adults (junior high school students and above) 2,000 yen, Children 1,000 yen
*Special offer for town residents: 1,000 yen for adults, 500 yen for children (only available for advance purchase of paper tickets at Niseko Station and Roadside Station View Plaza. Proof of Niseko Town residence required)
■Annupuri Shuttle: Operated by the Niseko Resort Tourist Association as a connecting bus between the Annupuri area and the Higashiyama area Sky Bus.
■Fare: Free
■Route: Ikoi no Yuyado Iroha ⇔ Takahashi Farm Niseko Milk Factory
■問合せ／株式会社ニセコリゾート観光協会 TEL 0136-44-2468
For more information about Sky Bus, click here:
Attorney Sato will solve your worries!
●This month's theme
What is parental authority?
I'm sure many of you have seen recent news reports about the amendment to the Civil Code that will introduce joint custody after divorce.
Although many people have heard of the term "custody," it seems that not many people understand exactly what kind of right it is.
Parental rights refer to all the rights and responsibilities that parents have in raising their minor children to adulthood.
Parental rights can be broadly divided into property management rights and personal custody rights. Property management rights literally include the authority to manage a child's property and the right to consent to the child's legal acts. Personal custody rights, on the other hand, include the right to designate where a child will live, the right to give permission for a child to pursue a career, and the right to consent and act on behalf of a child when performing acts related to personal status law. For example, when remarrying and taking a child with you, adopting your child with your new spouse would be an act related to personal status law.
During marriage, both parents have parental authority, and the parents exercise that authority jointly. Under current law, in the event of divorce, one of the parents must be designated as the parent with custody, but the revised Civil Code allows joint custody to be chosen. With the increase in options, it is important to be careful not to let divorce negotiations or disputes drag on and affect your children.
Park Front Law Office Niseko Office
141 Hondori Niseko Town
TEL 0136-44-3800 FAX.0136-44-3801
pension news
It is convenient to make an appointment in advance for a consultation regarding National Pension!
小樽年金事務所では、年金受給に関する相談窓口を設置しています。年金請求書の記入について窓口で相談したい人は、訪問前に「予約受付専門電話」0570-05-4890で予約をお願いします。
If you make a reservation, the staff member will prepare in advance according to the content of the consultation, so the consultation can go smoothly. When making an inquiry, please bring your pension book or pension certificate with your basic pension number.
It is convenient to make an appointment in advance for a consultation regarding National Pension!
■ Consultation hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:15 p.m.
■問合せ／町民生活課住民係 TEL 0136-44-2121
We collect used small household appliances
Small household appliances (products that run on household electricity or batteries) contain useful metals such as iron, aluminum, precious metals, and rare metals, and these metals can be recycled as resources.
Therefore, we aim to collect used small household appliances and have government-certified businesses recycle them into metal resources, thereby recycling resources.
If you have small household appliances that you no longer need, please help us collect them.
*Small appliances cannot be collected from people outside the town, businesses, offices, or stores.
Collection dates: Friday, July 19th, 5pm to 7pm, Saturday, July 20th, 8am to 11am
■ Collection location / Niseko Town heavy vehicle garage (opposite Niseko Dental Clinic)
■Items that can be recycled: Mobile phones, telephones, digital cameras, irons, DVD players, audio equipment, magnetic disk drives, laptops, computer units (excluding displays), and other household products that run on electricity or batteries
■Items that cannot be collected: Kerosene stoves, televisions, washing machines, clothes dryers, air conditioners, refrigerators, freezers, CRT displays, LCD displays, kotatsu/speakers, and other small and large wooden appliances.
*Please delete any personal information that may be included on your mobile phone or computer beforehand.
*For safe and smooth processing, please be sure to remove batteries and printer ink/toner.
*We will not collect outer boxes and packing materials, so please either bring only small appliances or take home any outer boxes and packing materials you brought to the venue.
*If you are elderly and unable to bring your trash to the collection point, we will collect it from 1pm to 4pm on Friday, July 19th, so please contact Resident Affairs Division as soon as possible.
■問合せ／町民生活課町民生活係 TEL 0136-44-2121
International Exchange Communication vol.15
Hello!
This month, we will be holding a workshop on the traditional Indonesian shadow puppet theater, Wayang Kulit! Originally scheduled for June 2nd, it has been postponed to July 6th. "Wayang" means "doll" in Javanese (the language of the Indonesian island of Java), and "kulit" means "skin." In other words, "Wayang Kulit" is a puppet made from cowhide!
In this workshop, we will introduce the making of Wayang Kulit, the characteristics of Indonesian theater, and folk tales. We will also provide drinks and snacks that are perfect for the Indonesian summer! Applications are now being accepted!
heart gift
We received your donation. thanks for the goodwill
《Niseko Town Social Welfare Council Reception》
“As a thank you for taking care of my husband when he was alive.”
Hondori Danchi Toshiko Oguri
Contract Results
The results of the contract will be posted on the Niseko Town Official Website. Please use the QR code on the left to access the website.
Town case book Niseko Town Crime Prevention Association
Incident: In Niseko Town, a roof eaves was broken.
Traffic Accidents There were no traffic accidents in Niseko Town during May.
倶知安警察署／TEL 0136-22-0110
Notice of Recruitment of Self-Defense Forces
● General Soda Candidate (2nd)
・Eligibility for taking the exam: 18 years old or older but under 33 years old as of the 1st day of the scheduled hiring month
・Application period: July 1st (Monday) to September 3rd (Tuesday)
First exam date: September 14th (Saturday) to September 22nd (Sunday)
● Self-Defense Officer Candidate (2nd)
・Eligibility for taking the exam: 18 years old or older but under 33 years old as of the 1st day of the scheduled hiring month
・Application period: July 1st (Monday) to August 7th (Wednesday)
・Exam date: August 23rd (Friday) to August 25th (Sunday)
● Self-Defense Force Candidates (3rd)
・Eligibility for taking the exam: 18 years old or older but under 33 years old as of the 1st day of the scheduled hiring month
・Application period: July 1st (Monday) to September 3rd (Tuesday)
・Exam date: September 20th (Friday) to September 26th (Thursday)
Test dates are subject to change. Please contact us for further information.
■問合せ／自衛隊札幌地方協力本部倶知安地域事務所 TEL 0136-23-3540
または自衛官募集相談員 TEL 0136-44-2177
The operational situation of town ownership information
In order for us to think for ourselves and proceed with community development, we need a variety of information about the town. In addition, our personal information must be properly managed.
The town has a bylaw that requires the town to publicly disclose the status of use of information managed by the town. The status of use of town-owned information in 2023 is as follows:
Niseko Town Information Disclosure Ordinance
This ordinance guarantees everyone the right to request disclosure of information managed by the town.
1. Number of information disclosure requests: 3
2. Screening session status: 1
Former Niseko Town Personal Information Protection Ordinance
This old ordinance guaranteed the right of anyone to request disclosure of their personal information to the town, and obliged the town to set rules and properly manage the use of everyone's personal information.
This old ordinance was abolished at the end of March, and with the revision of the national "Act on the Protection of Personal Information," the personal information protection systems of the national and local governments were unified under the same law, becoming a nationwide common rule from April 1st.
1. Number of requests for disclosure and number of decisions regarding disclosure or non-disclosure/None
2. Number of requests for correction and number of decisions: None
3. Number of requests for correction and number of cases processed: None
4. Appeal/None
5. Use for other purposes and provision to external parties
■ Number of cases of unauthorized use: 2
*Usage for purposes other than those intended means that personal information is used for purposes other than the original collection within the town.
■ Number of cases provided externally / 1 case
■問合せ／（情報公開について）総務課総務係（個人情報の保護について）総務課情報管理係 TEL 0136-44-2121
Operational status of town-owned information (reported 2023)
〈Unintended use〉
Affairs using information
Smartphone Classes for 2023
Niseko Town Gift Certificate Distribution Project 2023
Divisions that use the information
Town: General Affairs Division
Town: Commerce and Tourism Division
Affairs in charge of information
N
Resident registration affairs and Maternal and Child Health Law affairs
Division in charge of the information
None (Participant himself)
Resident Affairs Division and Health & Welfare Division
Reason for non-purpose use
To hold smartphone classes aimed at alleviating concerns about digital use among the elderly and others.
To distribute Niseko Town gift certificates.
〈External provision〉
Affairs using information
Commissioned support project for promoting sustainable urban development through diverse collaboration (Niseko Heart Lab Promotion Project)
Divisions that use the information
Town: Planning & Environment Division (Niseko Machi Co., Ltd.)
Affairs in charge of information
N
Division in charge of the information
None (company representative)
Reason for non-purpose use
To become an official partner that sympathizes with Niseko Town 's urban development and will co-create the future, set up a consultation desk for donations and human resource development, and receive support.
Tracking! vol.42
Activities of a town development company!
We're looking for community volunteers!
Niseko Machi Co., Ltd. is looking for people to join us in community activities at Niseko Mirai! We will be looking for people to help grow vegetables in the shared fields at Niseko Mirai and help with various events.
We welcome people who have ideas for things they would like to do, or who enjoy having fun at events with others! We will explore various possibilities with your ideas.
■ Target applicants: No age limit (elementary school students and younger must be accompanied by a guardian), people who can enjoy and cooperate with others, and people who are interested in community activities
■Work content: Light work in the fields and helping with various events
■ Location: Niseko Mirai site
■How to apply: Please contact the email address below
■Bonus／
1. You can use the vacant space in the fields! (Free, details to be discussed)
2. You can grow your favorite crops together!
3. We will provide information on Niseko Mirai, including rental properties, in advance!
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Niseko Town Office. We look forward to receiving your application!
■Inquiries/Niseko Machi Co., Ltd.
TEL 0136-55-6087
Email:info@nisekomachi.co.jp
Recruitment
We're hiring firefighters!
Niseko Fire Department is recruiting volunteer firefighters to play an important role in local disaster prevention.
Volunteer fire corps are firefighting organizations established in municipalities and are made up of local residents who usually have their own jobs. Based on the spirit of protecting their hometown, "we protect our own town ourselves," they are part-time special-class local government officials who rush from their homes or workplaces to engage in disaster response such as fires.
In recent years, the number of volunteer firefighters has been decreasing nationwide, and the national government and other organizations are working to secure more volunteers. Why not use your skills to help protect your town?
■ Eligibility: Men and women aged 18 or older who live or work in Niseko Town
■ Activities: Firefighting, search and rescue, emergency training, fire prevention, public relations, etc.
■問合せ／羊蹄山ろく消防組合消防署ニセコ支署 TEL 0136-44-2354
Sports
★Let's have fun together
Whole town softball tournament
Join the inter-district softball tournament and deepen your friendships with the local people.
■ Date and time: Sunday, July 28th, match starts at 8am (rain cancellation)
■ Location: Baseball field, multipurpose plaza at the sports park
■Application deadline: Friday, July 12th
*Please apply as a team for each region.
■ Supervisor meeting: Wednesday, July 17th, 6pm
■ Place / Townsman Center
■問合せ／総合教育課スポーツ係 TEL 0136-44-2034
Would you like to wake up early and do radio exercises?
During the summer vacation in elementary school, why not get up a little earlier and do some radio calisthenics?
■Date and time: July 27th (Saturday) to August 20th (Tuesday) 6:30am (cancelled in case of rain)
■ Location: Chibikko Square
■問合せ／総合教育課スポーツ係 TEL 0136-44-2034
Event
★Coloring Niseko in summer
Tanabata evening Fireworks Display
Making a small hometown
The "Tanabata Evening" fireworks display is beloved by townspeople and marks its 44th year this year.
The Executive Committee considers the safety and convenience of all visitors, and while receiving sponsorship money from business operators and support from the town, we are devising venue construction and security.
However, due to rising raw material prices, it has become increasingly difficult to operate. Therefore, we would like to ask for your support for this event again this year, and we will be collecting donations. We appreciate your kind support.
■ Donation box locations: Kiranoyu, Maeda Shoten, Seicomart, Izakaya Matsu, Snack Iitomo, Seven-Eleven, Lupinus
◎ Fireworks display schedule
■ Date and time: Saturday, August 3rd, 2pm (rain or shine)
■ Place/Athletic Park
*During the event, parking is prohibited on the roads around the venue. Please check the flyers and other information and be sure to use the designated temporary parking lot.
We are also recruiting volunteer staff. Please contact us for more information.
■問合せ／実行委員会事務局（ニセコ町商工会内）TEL 0136-44-2214
Niseko Village Niconico Summer Festival
"Niseko Village Niconico Summer Festival 2024" will be held.
Free shuttle bus service
You can enjoy quiz battles based on the "Niseko Guide Certification" created by Niseko Junior High School (station and community center), food trucks, music events, and more. Please feel free to come and join us.
Date and time: July 13th (Saturday) 2pm-9pm, July 14th (Sunday) 11am-9pm
■ Location: Niseko Village, Niseko Space
■問合せ／ニセコビレッジ TEL 0136-44-2211
culture
●TAKEO PAPER SHOW NISEKO "PACKAGING - Function and Laughter"
This exhibition features paper and design by Takeo, a specialized paper trading company. Come and see the new face of paper, a familiar material.
■Date and time: July 13th (Sat) - August 18th (Sun)
■ Place / Arishima Takeo Memorial Museum
■ Fee/Free
■ Organized by: Takeo Co., Ltd. (Management: Arishima Takeo Memorial Museum)
●Shiribeshi Museum
Road Concert 2024
The Shiribeshi Museum Road is a collaboration between cultural facilities across Shiribeshi. A concert will be held in connection with this initiative. We will bring you fascinating sounds such as Bach's "Flute Duo."
Date and time: July 27th (Saturday) 3pm
■ Place / Arishima Takeo Memorial Museum
■ Advance registration required / Maximum 30 people
* Applications will be accepted by phone from Tuesday, July 2nd.
■ Fee/Free
■ Performers: Minako Yajo, Masakazu Tachibana (flute)
■ Sponsored by Dogin Cultural Foundation, etc.
Reading session by actor Gen Hongo
This year too, Hongo will be holding readings of various of his works.
■Date and time: July 28th (Sun) 1pm
■ Place / Arishima Takeo Memorial Museum
■ Advance registration required / Maximum 30 people
* Applications will be accepted by phone from Tuesday, July 2nd.
■ Fee/Free
■ Appearance: Gen Hongo (actor)
■有島記念館の事業についての申込み・問合せ／有島記念館 TEL 0136-44-3245
Radio Niseko News vol.03
This time we will introduce some popular Radio Niseko programs!
・Public live broadcast [Niseko Radio Cafe]
This live broadcast is aired every Saturday from noon to 2pm. Leaving the usual studio, the show is broadcast live from the Kiranoyu Community Space next to Radio Niseko. On the day of the show, a request box is set up and visitors can watch the show and request songs they want to hear, or even be interviewed and appear on the show, making this a show that truly embodies Radio Niseko's philosophy of "don't just listen to this radio, be on it!"
The program is also broadcast in Kiranoyu, so you can enjoy listening to your favorite song while soaking in the hot spring. The hosts of the program are Hiroyuki Miyagawa and Mana Kobayashi. We look forward to seeing you!
・Town residents appear [Niseko People]
This year, new staff members from Niseko Town Hall and new teachers and staff from each school will be appearing in the "Niseko People" corner of the live program "Kira・Niseko," which airs Monday through Friday from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
This is a corner where we talk about his work, his personality, and his charm. Please listen.
For information on appearances and post-broadcast notes, please check Radio Niseko's social media accounts!
■問合せ／ラジオニセコ TEL 0136-55-5762
mail:niseok762@radioniseko.jp
There is a vacant room in the town house
Type Apartment name Format Structure Rent guideline Minimum to maximum Parking space
Public housing (for families) Fujimi Danchi Building 3, Room 204 3LDK (61.99 sqm) Built in 1983 Simple fireproof 2-story building 10,700 yen to 34,900 yen (varies depending on income, etc.) Available
Public housing (for families) Fujimi Danchi Building 4, Room 101 3LDK (61.99 sqm) Built in 1985 Simple fireproof 2-story building 11,000 yen to 35,700 yen (varies depending on income, etc.) Available
Public housing (for families) Fujimi Danchi Building 4, Room 201 3LDK (61.99 sqm) Built in 1985 Simple fireproof 2-story building 11,000 yen to 35,700 yen (varies depending on income, etc.) Available
Specific public rental housing (for singles) Nozomi Danchi Building 1, Room 102, 1LDK (41.5 sqm), fireproof, 2-story building, 39,000 yen, rent 36,000 yen, garage fee 3,000 yen, available
Specific public rental housing (for singles) Nozomi Danchi Building 1, Room 109, 1LDK (41.5 sqm), fireproof, 2-story building, 39,000 yen, rent 36,000 yen, garage fee 3,000 yen, available
●Application period: July 1st (Monday) to July 16th (Tuesday)
●Eligibility and application method/Please inquire for details.
■Inquiries regarding municipal housing: Housing Management Section, Municipal Infrastructure Division Division
If you don't know, you'll lose out
Join the Farmers' Pension Scheme to enjoy a secure and prosperous retirement
Farmers live long lives, but...
I want to live in retirement without worrying about money.
However, there are also unpredictable economic fluctuations and unexpected injuries and illnesses.
The average life expectancy of a 65-year-old Japanese man is 22 years (87 years) and woman 27 years (92 years), and agricultural pension recipients live even longer.
Old age life that takes so much
(Approximately 2.84 million yen per year in cash expenditure)
The household expenses for an elderly farming household (a married couple aged 65 or older) are approximately 237,000 yen per month in cash expenditures.
(Source: Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications Household Survey, etc.)
The amount of national pension paid is
Approximately 68,000 yen per month per person (if enrolled for 40 years)
The combined monthly bill for a couple is about 139,000 yen.
The national pension alone is not enough for a rich post-retirement life, and it is necessary to prepare for post-retirement living expenses on your own.
For salaried workers, the Employees' Pension Insurance tops up their National Pension (basic pension) (in the model case of the Employees' Pension Insurance, this amounts to 230,000 yen per month for a married couple).
Farmers too can join the Farmers' Pension Plan, which offers many benefits, and enjoy a secure and prosperous retirement.
■Inquiries: JA or Agricultural Committee Secretariat
JAようてい真狩支所 TEL 0136-45-2131
農業委員会事務局 TEL 0136-44-2121
Consumer affairs consultation memo
Charging fictitious unpaid bills
Beware of fraudulent methods
Since last year, consultation centers across the country have been receiving numerous inquiries about "I received automated voice calls or calls from unknown numbers on my home or cell phone asking for unpaid fees. What should I do?" In many of these inquiries, calls are made by people pretending to be from real companies or public institutions, and people are being asked to pay for services on sites that they have no knowledge of or for fictitious unpaid fees.
The most common payment method is to ask you to purchase prepaid electronic money at a convenience store, and they may also ask for your name, address, account number, etc. What can you do to avoid getting into trouble?
When you receive a call from an unknown number, you can effectively prevent trouble by doing three things: don't answer, don't listen, and don't call back.
Also, if you have any questions, look up the actual contact information for the business and inquire. In most cases, fraudsters ask you to buy an electronic money card at a convenience store and ask for the number. If you are asked to pay unpaid fees that you do not remember, do not pay them.
No matter how careful you are, you can still run into trouble.
If you feel uneasy or in trouble, please contact a consultation center, police, or city hall immediately.
■問合せ／ようてい地域消費生活相談窓口 TEL 0136-44-1600
Farewell speech from the Coordinator for International Relations
Palmer Brooke (New Zealand)
I will be graduating from my job as an international relations officer in August and returning to New Zealand.
Thank you so much to everyone in Niseko Town for all your help over the past two years. I look forward to returning to Niseko Town in the future!
Wiropaspito Shahira Margaret (From Australia)
I will graduate from my job as an international exchange officer in August and return to Australia. Thank you very much to everyone in Niseko Town! I was able to make many fun memories. I would like to return to Niseko Town again.
hello mayor
Thoughts on a declining population society
In April of this year, the Population Strategy Council released a report on the analysis of local government "sustainability." This time, a new classification of "black hole type municipalities" based on the closed population was added. Niseko Town 's rate of decline in young women in the closed population was less than 20% (18.6%), so it is classified as "other municipalities" in D-2 and is a municipality that needs to take measures to deal with the social decline in population. More than 30 years have passed since Tokyo's concentration and rapid population decline in rural areas became political issues in Japan, and the situation is becoming more serious. Policies that create disparities have continued, such as the privatization of railways and postal services, which played the role of Japan's capillary blood vessels, and the expansion of non-regular employment in the name of freedom of work. I believe that now is the time to change our thinking from a society that prioritizes economic rationality to a society that prioritizes human dignity and life.
Niseko Town Kenya Katayama
Town Calendar 7JULY
Town calendar, July JULY
Upper right box article
July is
・Long-term long-term care insurance premium (first period) due date
・Property tax
・National Health Insurance Tax (2nd installment) due date
The deadline for both is Thursday, the 25th.
・Waterworks
Sewerage delivery deadline
The account will be debited on the 29th (Monday)
If you use bank transfer, please check your balance.
long-term care insurance premium inquiries/ Health & Welfare Division
Inquiries about fixed asset tax and national health insurance tax / Tax Division
Water and sewerage inquiries/ Water & Sewage Division
いずれもTEL 0136-44-2121
Upper right box article
Emergency and sudden illness response at night and on holidays
倶知安厚生病院 電話0136-22-1141
3rd (Wed)
4th (Thu)
●Health checkup for 5-year-old children/Town: 9:00~
●Asobukkurabu (reservation required) Ah: 15:00-
Open at night
5th (Friday)
After-school children's class/physical education: 13:30~
6th (Sat)
● Wayang Kulit Workshop/Town: 14:00-16:00
7th (Sun)
● Community Sports Day/Niseko Elementary School Grounds: 10:00~
Playbook closed day
8th (Monday)
After-school children's class/town: 13:30~
Playbook closed day
9th (Tuesday)
●Health exercise class/Town: 19:00~
●Ohisama Nico Nico Consultation / Kindergarten: 10:00 ~ Nico Nico Hiroba p.17
Central warehouse group closed days
10th (Wednesday)
11th (Thu)
●Asobukkurabu (reservation required) Ah: 15:00-
Open at night
12th (Fri)
●Cancer Association Health Checkup/Town: 5:30~
● Yoji Centre Opening Hours/Kindergarten: 10:00~ Niko Niko Hiroba p.17
After-school children's class/physical education: 13:30~
● Road planning briefing / Town: 18:00 ~ Living information p.19
● Arishima Takeo Memorial Museum Temporary Closure Everyone's Page p.13
13th (Sat)
●TAKEO PAPER SHOW NISEKO "PACKAGING - Function and Laughter" / Available: ~August 18th Lifestyle Information p.24
●English conversation circle/o: 10:00~
●Niseko Village Niconico Summer Festival / Niseko Village: 14:00-21:00 Living Information p.24
14th (Sun)
●Niseko Village Niconico Summer Festival / Niseko Village: 11:00-21:00 Living Information p.24
15th (Monday)
Marine Day
Playbook closed day
16th (Tuesday)
● Free legal consultation with a lawyer / Town: From 13:00 (Reservation required by noon the previous day)
●Hello, Mayor's Office/Role: 11:00~
Playbook closed day
Central warehouse group closed days
17th (Wednesday)
Infant and child consultation/town: 9:00~
●Radio Niseko Cut-in Training Broadcast / Role: 10:50~
● Town-wide softball tournament supervisors meeting / Town: 18:00 ~ Living information p.23
18th (Thursday)
●Asobukkurabu (Reservation required)/A: 15:00-
Open at night
19th (Friday)
● Parenting class "Parent and child fitness" / Town: 10:00 ~ Niko Niko Hiroba p.17
After-school children's class/physical education: 13:30~
● Used small appliance collection/Heavy vehicle garage: 17:00-19:00 Living information p.21
20th (Sat)
● Used small appliance collection/Heavy vehicle garage: 8:00-11:00 Living information p.21
Aquatic insect observation event/Meeting in front of the town: 9:30~
Memorial service for the war dead / Role: 10:00~
●Niseko High School Festival / Niseko High School: 10:00-14:00
●New Zealand Cooking Class/Town: 14:00-17:00
21st (Sun)
22nd (Monday)
Playbook closed day
23rd (Tuesday)
●Health exercise class/Town: 19:00~
Central warehouse group closed days
24th (Wednesday)
25th (Thursday)
● Infant health checkup/Town: 13:00-
●Magic Carpet/A: 15:00~
Open at night
26th (Friday)
●Echinococcus extermination measures/town: 9:00~
Playbook closed day
27th (Sat)
●Radio calisthenics/Chibikko Hiroba: 6:30~ (August 20th) Lifestyle Information p.23
●English conversation circle/o: 10:00~
●Shiribeshi Museum Road Concert 2024 / Yes: 15:00 ~ Lifestyle Information p.24
●World Cafe/Town: 14:00-16:00
28th (Sun)
●Niseko Morning Market/Maeda Shoten: 8:00~
● Town-wide softball tournament / Sports park baseball field, multipurpose field: 8:00~ (cancelled in case of rain) Lifestyle information p.23
Reading session by actor Gen Hongo / Available: 13:00~ Lifestyle Information p.24
29th (Monday)
Playbook closed day
30th (Tuesday)
Central warehouse group closed days
31st (Wed)
Thursday, August 1st
Open at night
2nd (Friday)
●Women's health check/town: 8:30~
Playbook closed day
3rd (Sat)
●Tanabata Evening Fireworks Festival / Luck: 14:00~ Lifestyle Information p.23
Fireworks: 20:00~
Upper right box article
July is
・Long-term long-term care insurance premium (first period) due date
・Property tax
・National Health Insurance Tax (2nd installment) due date
The deadline for both is Thursday, the 25th.
・Waterworks
Sewerage delivery deadline
The account will be debited on the 29th (Monday)
If you use bank transfer, please check your balance.
long-term care insurance premium inquiries/ Health & Welfare Division
Inquiries about fixed asset tax and national health insurance tax / Tax Division
Water and sewerage inquiries/ Water & Sewage Division
いずれもTEL 0136-44-2121
Upper right box article
Emergency and sudden illness response at night and on holidays
倶知安厚生病院 電話0136-22-1141
3rd (Wed)
4th (Thu)
●Health checkup for 5-year-old children/Town: 9:00~
●Asobukkurabu (reservation required) Ah: 15:00-
Open at night
5th (Friday)
After-school children's class/physical education: 13:30~
6th (Sat)
● Wayang Kulit Workshop/Town: 14:00-16:00
7th (Sun)
● Community Sports Day/Niseko Elementary School Grounds: 10:00~
Playbook closed day
8th (Monday)
After-school children's class/town: 13:30~
Playbook closed day
9th (Tuesday)
●Health exercise class/Town: 19:00~
●Ohisama Nico Nico Consultation / Kindergarten: 10:00 ~ Nico Nico Hiroba p.17
Central warehouse group closed days
10th (Wednesday)
11th (Thu)
●Asobukkurabu (reservation required) Ah: 15:00-
Open at night
12th (Fri)
●Cancer Association Health Checkup/Town: 5:30~
● Yoji Centre Opening Hours/Kindergarten: 10:00~ Niko Niko Hiroba p.17
After-school children's class/physical education: 13:30~
● Road planning briefing / Town: 18:00 ~ Living information p.19
● Arishima Takeo Memorial Museum Temporary Closure Everyone's Page p.13
13th (Sat)
●TAKEO PAPER SHOW NISEKO "PACKAGING - Function and Laughter" / Available: ~August 18th Lifestyle Information p.24
●English conversation circle/o: 10:00~
●Niseko Village Niconico Summer Festival / Niseko Village: 14:00-21:00 Living Information p.24
14th (Sun)
●Niseko Village Niconico Summer Festival / Niseko Village: 11:00-21:00 Living Information p.24
15th (Monday)
Marine Day
Playbook closed day
16th (Tuesday)
● Free legal consultation with a lawyer / Town: From 13:00 (Reservation required by noon the previous day)
●Hello, Mayor's Office/Role: 11:00~
Playbook closed day
Central warehouse group closed days
17th (Wednesday)
Infant and child consultation/town: 9:00~
●Radio Niseko Cut-in Training Broadcast / Role: 10:50~
● Town-wide softball tournament supervisors meeting / Town: 18:00 ~ Living information p.23
18th (Thursday)
●Asobukkurabu (Reservation required)/A: 15:00-
Open at night
19th (Friday)
● Parenting class "Parent and child fitness" / Town: 10:00 ~ Niko Niko Hiroba p.17
After-school children's class/physical education: 13:30~
● Used small appliance collection/Heavy vehicle garage: 17:00-19:00 Living information p.21
20th (Sat)
● Used small appliance collection/Heavy vehicle garage: 8:00-11:00 Living information p.21
Aquatic insect observation event/Meeting in front of the town: 9:30~
Memorial service for the war dead / Role: 10:00~
●Niseko High School Festival / Niseko High School: 10:00-14:00
●New Zealand Cooking Class/Town: 14:00-17:00
21st (Sun)
22nd (Monday)
Playbook closed day
23rd (Tuesday)
●Health exercise class/Town: 19:00~
Central warehouse group closed days
24th (Wednesday)
25th (Thursday)
● Infant health checkup/Town: 13:00-
●Magic Carpet/A: 15:00~
Open at night
26th (Friday)
●Echinococcus extermination measures/town: 9:00~
Playbook closed day
27th (Sat)
●Radio calisthenics/Chibikko Hiroba: 6:30~ (August 20th) Lifestyle Information p.23
●English conversation circle/o: 10:00~
●Shiribeshi Museum Road Concert 2024 / Yes: 15:00 ~ Lifestyle Information p.24
●World Cafe/Town: 14:00-16:00
28th (Sun)
●Niseko Morning Market/Maeda Shoten: 8:00~
● Town-wide softball tournament / Sports park baseball field, multipurpose field: 8:00~ (cancelled in case of rain) Lifestyle information p.23
Reading session by actor Gen Hongo / Available: 13:00~ Lifestyle Information p.24
29th (Monday)
Playbook closed day
30th (Tuesday)
Central warehouse group closed days
31st (Wed)
Thursday, August 1st
Open at night
2nd (Friday)
●Women's health check/town: 8:30~
Playbook closed day
3rd (Sat)
●Tanabata Evening Fireworks Festival / Luck: 14:00~ Lifestyle Information p.23
Fireworks: 20:00~
Photo album of this month
Photo album of this month
We are looking for photos!
Why not introduce a photo of something close to you in a newsletter? Date and location of the photo
などの簡単な説明とお名前（フォトネーム）とともに、広報広聴係（koho@town.niseko.lg.jp）までお寄せください。ニセコ町公式LINEの投稿フォームからも投稿できます。
Niseko Mirai field sign
Photographer: Public Relations Section
27th anniversary of opening of day service center
Photographer: Niseko Town Day Service Center
We are looking for photos!
Why not introduce a photo of something close to you in a newsletter? Date and location of the photo
などの簡単な説明とお名前（フォトネーム）とともに、広報広聴係（koho@town.niseko.lg.jp）までお寄せください。ニセコ町公式LINEの投稿フォームからも投稿できます。
Niseko Mirai field sign
Photographer: Public Relations Section
27th anniversary of opening of day service center
Photographer: Niseko Town Day Service Center
Food and Nutrition Vol.26
[Building a body that can withstand the heat]
As the hot weather continues, you'll want to eat easy-to-eat noodles and cold, refreshing foods. However, if you eat only noodles every day, your nutrition will be unbalanced and you will be more likely to get sick. Let's work on building a body that can withstand the heat.
[Prevent summer fatigue through diet]
"Protein," "Vitamin B1," "minerals," and "Vitamin C" are important for preventing summer fatigue.
Among these, vitamin B1 is expected to increase appetite and relieve fatigue. It is found in large amounts in pork, brown rice, eel, and liver, but because it dissolves easily in water, it is consumed in large amounts in the summer when we sweat a lot, and it is easy to become deficient in vitamin B1. This can lead to summer fatigue symptoms such as fatigue, so be sure to actively consume vitamin B1.
[Health Exercise Classes]
Niseko Town will hold a "Healthy Exercise Class" to provide an opportunity for everyone to have fun moving their bodies and get rid of lack of exercise. A total of 10 1.5 hour courses are scheduled for July to November from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm. Instructors from Kanronomori Fitness Club will introduce rhythmic exercises, core training, and stretches that can be done at home.
The target age group is people in their 40s to 60s, and the exercise level is appropriate for that age group. We look forward to your participation.
doing.
■Inquiries: Health & Welfare Division Health Promotion Section, Nutritionist
TEL 0136-44-2121 FAX 0136-44-3500
MAIL：kenko@town.niseko.lg.jp
As the hot weather continues, you'll want to eat easy-to-eat noodles and cold, refreshing foods. However, if you eat only noodles every day, your nutrition will be unbalanced and you will be more likely to get sick. Let's work on building a body that can withstand the heat.
[Prevent summer fatigue through diet]
"Protein," "Vitamin B1," "minerals," and "Vitamin C" are important for preventing summer fatigue.
Among these, vitamin B1 is expected to increase appetite and relieve fatigue. It is found in large amounts in pork, brown rice, eel, and liver, but because it dissolves easily in water, it is consumed in large amounts in the summer when we sweat a lot, and it is easy to become deficient in vitamin B1. This can lead to summer fatigue symptoms such as fatigue, so be sure to actively consume vitamin B1.
[Health Exercise Classes]
Niseko Town will hold a "Healthy Exercise Class" to provide an opportunity for everyone to have fun moving their bodies and get rid of lack of exercise. A total of 10 1.5 hour courses are scheduled for July to November from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm. Instructors from Kanronomori Fitness Club will introduce rhythmic exercises, core training, and stretches that can be done at home.
The target age group is people in their 40s to 60s, and the exercise level is appropriate for that age group. We look forward to your participation.
doing.
■Inquiries: Health & Welfare Division Health Promotion Section, Nutritionist
TEL 0136-44-2121 FAX 0136-44-3500
MAIL：kenko@town.niseko.lg.jp
Editor's Note
If we went by car, we wouldn't be able to maneuver easily, and if we walked together, we would only be able to take photos of the first graders... After much deliberation, we decided to go to cover the Niseko Elementary School field trip by official bicycle.
I went back and forth between Arishima Takeo Memorial Museum and Soga Forest Park, getting ahead of the kids. The kids waved and smiled as I ran around busily. I also happened to bump into some kids from the early Yoji Centre who were also on an excursion that day, and they looked at me with wide eyes, eager to be photographed.
It was hot and humid, and the route had many hills, so to be honest I was a little regretful that I had come by bicycle, but the smiling faces of the children cheered me up, and I completed the two-hour ride. I thought it was a privilege of being in charge of PR to be able to give people energy through interviews. (Ma)
I went back and forth between Arishima Takeo Memorial Museum and Soga Forest Park, getting ahead of the kids. The kids waved and smiled as I ran around busily. I also happened to bump into some kids from the early Yoji Centre who were also on an excursion that day, and they looked at me with wide eyes, eager to be photographed.
It was hot and humid, and the route had many hills, so to be honest I was a little regretful that I had come by bicycle, but the smiling faces of the children cheered me up, and I completed the two-hour ride. I thought it was a privilege of being in charge of PR to be able to give people energy through interviews. (Ma)
DATA OF NISEKO TOWN
The situation of radiation dose in the town
Measurement date: 1 month until June 15th
Maximum value: 0.038μGy/h
Minimum value: 0.033μGy/h
Average value 0.034μGy/h
Space radiation dose rate is normal level
Movement of people (as of the end of May)
Population: 5,066
(-31 compared to the previous month)
Men: 2,564
(-25% compared to the previous month)
Women: 2,502
(-6 compared to the previous month)
Number of households: 2,787
(-28 compared to the previous month)
Of these, 547 are foreigners.
Of these, 416 are foreign households.
Measurement date: 1 month until June 15th
Maximum value: 0.038μGy/h
Minimum value: 0.033μGy/h
Average value 0.034μGy/h
Space radiation dose rate is normal level
Movement of people (as of the end of May)
Population: 5,066
(-31 compared to the previous month)
Men: 2,564
(-25% compared to the previous month)
Women: 2,502
(-6 compared to the previous month)
Number of households: 2,787
(-28 compared to the previous month)
Of these, 547 are foreigners.
Of these, 416 are foreign households.
Inquiries
- Niseko Town Hall
- TEL:0136-44-2121
- FAX:0136-44-3500