[Awara City, Fukui Prefecture] Wearing original staff hoodies designed by high school executive committee members to hold local events
Awara City, Fukui Prefecture Press release: November 12, 2024 Hold local events wearing original staff hoodies designed by high school executive committee members Awara-Sakai Joint School Festival “Youth Festival”
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/55664/133/55664-133-a147960fdd2b8b546801fe14858a0b06-1334×750.png Commemorative photo wearing the completed hoodie Thoughts on the event Mr. Matsukawa of the Awara City Community Development Center, which plans the event with the executive committee of high school students, said, “Students who normally study in different environments are able to interact through this event, creating new friendships and trust.” We hope that the experience of working together beyond the boundaries of relationships, grade levels, and schools will broaden each other’s perspectives and lead to individual growth. ” he says.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/55664/133/55664-133-c8f97b8dc7cd354a125da0654fac1a0c-1334×750.png Meeting scene This event is packed with plans that will be enjoyed by high school students and the local community. Please take a close look at the activities of high school students and their thoughts on the future of the region. Event summary Date and time: November 16th (Sat) and 17th (Sun) Location: Awara Onsen Station West Exit Lively Facility “Aflair” Sponsor: (one company) Afrea Sponsored by: Awara City, Sakai City, Awara City Board of Education, Sakai City Board of Education Introduction to the program Saturday, November 16 • 11:00 Opening: Local Japanese drum team “Akdo” will liven up the venue. • 12:00 Junior high school student learning presentations: Regional
exploration learning presentations and speech contest content presentations by students from Kanazu Junior High and Ashihara Junior High. • 14:00 Student Performance: A variety of performances by high school students including karaoke, dance, and band performance. • 15:00 Mikuni High School Brass Band Performance: Liven up the venue with their powerful performance. Sunday, November 17 • 11:00 Student Performance: A variety of performances by high school students including singing, dancing, and band performance. • 13:20 Yukata Fashion Show: A fashion show by high school students using the yukata used at Awara Onsen Ryokan. • 13:50 Student BINGO: Let’s have fun at the bingo tournament that high school students from Awara and Sakai City can participate in! • 15:10 Special guest “Monyusode” live performance: Music unit “Monyusode” will perform. Please pay attention to the powerful performance!
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/55664/133/55664-133-8f24b450a780776484b133e54575775b-1241×1755.jpg Awara Onsen Station West Exit Bustling Facility “Aflair” This facility, which opened on March 19, 2023, is a lively exchange hub befitting the northern gateway to Fukui Prefecture, and aims to improve convenience for users, become familiar to residents, and attract residents and tourists. This is a space where you can relax together. The facility is a three-story steel-framed structure that emphasizes the Japanese style to create a sense of unity with the Shinkansen station building.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/55664/133/55664-133-9abd41cf0ed9b6694c3ce386e2cf914a-3900×2600.jpg On the first floor, there is a tourist information center, Afrea Plaza, and Afrea Hall, and a 200-inch monitor has been installed on the wall of the hall. The second floor houses the Fukui Museum, which provides information on the charms of Awara and major tourist spots in the area, and is adjacent to a children’s space. The 3rd floor is connected to the east-west free passageway, allowing smooth movement to the Shinkansen station building. Afrea, a general incorporated association, holds events 12 times a year at Afrea in order to disseminate attractive information in and around Awara City, create and spread hustle and bustle, and promote interaction among facility users.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/55664/133/55664-133-eefd21c8a242b35bdee351c1980c3182-1378×1163.png Awara City, Fukui Prefecture Awara City, the northern gateway to Fukui Prefecture, has been ranked first in the national happiness ranking five times in a row since 2014. Including “Awara Onsen” which is one of the leading hot springs in Hokuriku and celebrated its 140th anniversary, “Kanazu area” where the culture as a post town remains, “Lake Kitagata” where freshwater fishing and canoeing are popular, and the history of Hokuriku Kaido. breath The Yoshizaki/Hosorogi district is full of various charms, such as the rich harvest and beautiful scenery of hills, countryside, and forests, and there are many spots where both residents and visitors can feel happy. Kanko promotion video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=17tT6gFXkwo HP https://www.city.awara.lg.jp/ Facebook
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https://www.instagram.com/awara.zeitaku/?hl=ja Awara Onsen: A hot spring town of history and healing Awara Onsen is a famous hot spring that opened in 1899 and boasts a history of over 140 years. It is known as the “Oku-zashiki of Kansai” and is a popular hot spring resort for a wide range of tourists, from day-trippers to overnight stays. In particular, the seasonal scenery seen from the open-air bath provides a soothing experience for visitors.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/55664/133/55664-133-64da4a26ba17b64412ac96a54b2d6a77-1307×1958.png Rich nature and traditional culture Awara City is blessed with the beautiful nature of the Hokuriku region. The city is surrounded by rural landscapes, beautiful coastlines of the Sea of Japan, quiet lakes and rivers, and lush mountains, and local people live in harmony with nature. Agriculture and fruit cultivation are also popular, and you can enjoy dishes made with fresh ingredients unique to Fukui Prefecture. As a local specialty, Fukui Prefecture’s representative sweet potato “Tomitsu Kintoki” is famous nationwide.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/55664/133/55664-133-c90650c2c240e2ef762c30820ecbc12a-1445×964.jpg Tomitsu Kintoki Tourist attractions and accessibility Awara City is located at the northernmost tip of Fukui Prefecture, bordering Mikuni-cho, Sakai City to the west, Sakai-cho and Maruoka-cho of Sakai City to the south, Kaga City, Ishikawa Prefecture to the northeast, and facing the Sea of Japan to the northwest. It is close to Tojinbo (Mikuni-cho, Sakai City), a famous tourist spot in the prefecture, and the Prefectural Dinosaur Museum, making it a perfect base for your trip. Awara Onsen Station on the Hokuriku Shinkansen will open on March 16, 2024, and is easily accessible from major expressways. Image
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