[Fortune & Company, Inc.] Hemp Farmer’s Talk & Refined Hemp Workshop Held at Cafe Ange in Yuzawa, Akita
Fortune & Company, Inc. Press Release: September 21, 2025 To Members of the Media Hemp Farmer Talk & Refined Hemp Workshop Held at Cafe Ange in Yuzawa, Akita Through a lecture by a hemp farmer and the making of refined hemp shimenawa, we create a moment to connect the region and people, and tradition and modernity. Cafe ” in Yuzawa City, Akita Prefecture Cafe ange held a “Hemp Farmer’s Talk & Refined Hemp Workshop” on Saturday, August 23, 2025. This event was planned with the desire to “spread correct knowledge about hemp (oasa),” and conveyed the appeal of hemp, which has a deep connection to Japanese life, through lectures by hemp farmers and the making of shimenawa (sacred rope) using refined hemp. Cafe ange, which offers lunch and sweets made with healthy ingredients, actively holds workshops and cultural events to help people calm their minds, and this time it was held as part of creating a space to connect the local community and people. [Cafe Ange and This Initiative] Cafe Ange is a cafe that serves lunches, sweets, and specialty coffees made without additives and using healthy ingredients like domestic whole wheat flour, coconut oil, and beet sugar. The popular “100% Domestic Whole Wheat Waffles” are topped with seasonal local fruits, in an effort to promote local production and consumption. The “Sri Lankan Curry” is served weekly and is made with additive-free spices. It is said to promote digestion, have antioxidant properties, improve blood circulation, and strengthen the immune system. It’s mildly spicy, so even those who don’t like spicy food can enjoy it. Additionally, menu items that can only be enjoyed here, such as “Makomo Tea Au Lait” and the fermented drink “KOMBUCHA,” are also popular.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/42597/148/42597-148-cb8c914460ddc4c4756aba729fefbf30-1440×1080.jpg Sri Lankan Curry Also, Cafe Ange actively holds mind-boosting workshops, art, and music events, and this “Hemp Farmer’s Talk & Refined Hemp Workshop” was held as part of these efforts. [Event Overview] Event Name:Hemp Farmer’s Talk & Refined Hemp Workshop Date and Time:Saturday, August 23, 2025 Location:Jumonji Community Center (Yuzawa City, Akita Prefecture) Organizer:cafe ange Content:Lecture by a hemp farmer, experience making mini shimenawa decorations using refined hemp [Event Details] This event was planned with the aim of “spreading accurate knowledge about hemp (oasa).” In the first part, a hemp farmer gave a lecture, introducing the current state of hemp in Japan and the difficulties of cultivation. In the second part, participants experienced making mini shimenawa (sacred rope) decorations using refined hemp. Participants experienced the charm of hemp through hands-on experience, showing each other their creations and exchanging opinions, resulting in lively interaction.
Approximately 25 people gathered at the venue, and during the Q&A session, questions like “How do I become a hemp farmer?” and “How can I use hemp?” were rife, demonstrating the high level of interest. During the workshop, participants experienced a sense of mental and physical harmony through the experience of stroking and twisting refined hemp, and smiles spread as they held their completed shimenawa decorations in their hands.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/42597/148/42597-148-e3fbce88ff111e45bcccd6ce3578147c-960×720.jpg Making mini shimenawa decorations using refined hemp [Participant Comments and Responses] “After learning about the difficult situation hemp farmers are facing, I wanted to do something to support them.” “I’m so grateful that they’ve dedicated their entire lives to quietly cultivating hemp, a crop so essential to Japan. Their passion really warmed my heart.” “Just being able to have this beautiful golden pure hemp at my fingertips makes me feel like I’ve been blessed with good fortune.” We’ve received comments like these. Organizers, cafe ange, posted the following on social media after the event: “We want to support hemp farmers!” Everyone who gathered was united in this desire, and one hemp farmer kindly commented, “It’s rare to have a gathering where everyone is so serious and proactive in sharing their opinions!” Hemp is an essential part of Japanese life. We will continue to support hemp farmers so that hemp, which is essential to Japan, will not be lost.’ [Future Outlook] This event provided participants with an opportunity to transcend the one-sided perception of “marijuana = danger” and reaffirm the value of hemp, which has been essential to Japanese life and religious ceremonies since ancient times. In the future, “cafe ange” plans to hold a variety of events, including hemp-themed workshops, mandala art, collaborative events with other salons, and music healing. The next event, “Lotus Marche,” will be held on Saturday, October 25th, at the Ogatsu Cultural Center Obion in Yuzawa City, Akita Prefecture. Healing, session, and workshop vendors from all over the country will gather. [Planning and Management Support] Fortune & Company, Inc. participated in the planning and supervision of this event. The company specializes in event planning and has extensive experience in a variety of fields. Once again, we oversaw the program structure and operational aspects, helping to ensure a smooth event. [Organizer Information / Store Information] Store Name: Cafe ange Address: 3-5-28 Motoshimizu, Yuzawa City, Akita Prefecture Business Hours: 11:30 AM – 4:30 PM (Evening cafe hours irregularly 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM) Closed: Mondays and Tuesdays Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ange0528/ Official LINE: https://lin.ee/jCMQ6DM Copyright ©
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