Co-Creation Event 'I LOVE Kokubunji' Showcases Local Charm and Culinary Creations!

Co-Creation Event 'I LOVE Kokubunji' at Kokubunji Marui

Kokubunji Marui, a branch of Marui Co., Ltd., located in Nakano, Tokyo, is excited to announce the launch of a community co-creation event called 'I LOVE Kokubunji'. This vibrant event, hosted in the 1F Calendar program area of the mall, aims to celebrate the unique charm of Kokubunji City through various local products and culinary creations.

What is 'I LOVE Kokubunji'?

Kokubunji Marui is dedicated to fostering community collaboration. During this event, students from local elementary and high schools have teamed up with renowned eateries to create exciting dishes using Kokubunji-grown vegetables and fruits, known as 'Kokubeji'. Visitors can enjoy a variety of offerings, including salad bowls, curry, and exquisite sweets.

Additionally, the event will feature specialty products from Sado City, Kokubunji's sister city in Niigata Prefecture, along with the simultaneous 'Kokubeji Festival'. This festival will include vegetable and fruit sales and engaging workshops, allowing attendees to dive deep into Kokubunji’s agricultural bounty.

Collaborations Featuring 'Kokubeji' Ingredients

Young talents from local schools have infused their creative ideas into delicious collaborative products featuring the crisp and fresh 'Kokubeji' produce. The flavors in each bite delight the palate, making for a memorable gastronomic experience.

- Kokubunji City Seventh Elementary School x Salad Bowl

- Kokubeji Salad Bowl
Price: ¥1,080 (tax included)
This enticing dish is designed for even the pickiest eaters. Using select vegetables mixed with a special mayonnaise of tuna and ham, the salad becomes irresistible—thanks to local startup 'Makuake' that emphasizes the use of fresh ingredients.

- Kokubunji City Seventh Elementary School x Retort Curry

- Nanasho Kokubeji Curry
Price: ¥700 (tax included)
This innovative curry tackles food waste issues in collaboration with local firm 'MOTTAINAI BATON', featuring a hint of strawberry for depth. The curry's packaging showcases student-designed illustrations that reflect their creativity and aspirations.

- Waseda Jitsugyo High School x Sweets Using Kokubunji Blueberries

- Viole
Price: ¥650 (tax included)
This delightful dessert comes from collaboration with local patisserie 'Ngram'. Students have created a sweet that highlights Kokubunji's blueberries, creating a vibrant and juicy addition to the dish, perfect for spreading the love of local flavors.

Concurrent: 'Kokubeji Festival'

The 'Kokubeji Festival' showcases the rich agricultural heritage of Kokubunji, where pristine water sources nurture the local soil, and farmers have diligently cultivated crops for over three centuries. Alongside fresh produce sales, the festival will feature workshops, such as pencil-making with twigs and pickling lessons.

Pencil-Making Workshop

Enjoy a creative experience in making your very own colored pencils using branches. Each session, limited to four participants, will run approximately thirty minutes.

- Date/Time: June 28 (Saturday)

- ①10:30～ ②11:00～ ③11:30～ ④13:00～ ⑤13:30～ ⑥14:00～

- Location: Kokubunji Marui 1F Calendar area
- Fee: ¥800 (tax included)
- Prerequisite: Children under elementary school age only (advance reservation recommended)

Family-Friendly 'Nuka-Pickling Workshop'

Join pickling master Miho Oyu for a hands-on experience in crafting delicious pickles. This workshop is perfect for beginners and is suitable for participants of all ages.

- Date/Time: June 29 (Sunday)

- Morning Session: 11:00–12:00
- Afternoon Session: 13:30–14:30

- Location: Kokubunji Marui 1F Calendar area
- Fee: ¥3,000 (tax included) per set, including necessary supplies
- Things to Bring: A bag for your take-home items and a kitchen apron.

Discover Special Products from Sado City

Sado Island, renowned for its natural beauty, is rich in history and culture, making it an ideal sister city for Kokubunji. The event will feature an assortment of specialty products from Sado, encouraging visitors to experience the island’s charm.
During 'I LOVE Kokubunji', visitors to the Sado booth will have a chance to participate in the 'Gold Ingot Grab Event'. The first 100 customers to succeed will receive a box of tissue paper designed to resemble gold.