Summer vacation has come!
Every summer, “Let’a Make Uchiwa” workshop is held at ARC.
This year, it will be held on August 1, 2, 7 and 8.
Workshop from last year
Participants will have a chance to make their own “uchiwa” (Japanese fan). Each participant will dye Japanese washi paper and paste it onto uchiwa ribs. Ribs are made of bamboo which gives off nice scent. Instructions will be given by the museum staff. You can join the workshop on the spot if there is a vacancy.
For detail, please click http://www.haramuseum.or.jp/generalTop.html
Ikaho Hawaiian Festival is held around this time of the year in the Ikaho Onsen area (Shibukawa) 5 minutes by car from
Hara Museum ARC. http://www.city.shibukawa.gunma.jp/osirase/news/news090715c.html
This year, it will be held from August 2 to 6.
30,000 visitors are expected. Aloha shirts, Hawaiian jewelry, etc. will be sold during the festival.
Did you know that Aloha is the official attire for officers of the Ikaho town hall?
Shibukawa is also known for blueberry picking.
http://www.city.shibukawa.gunma.jp/hyakka/kankou/blueberry.html
Why not enjoy summer in Ikaho?