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Celebrate One Year of FUN EAT MAKERS in Okuma!

Mark your calendars for June 20, 2026, as we celebrate the one-year anniversary of "FUN EAT MAKERS in Okuma" with an exciting event that promises fun for all ages! From 11:00 AM to 8:30 PM, join us in Fukushima Prefecture's Okuma Town for a memorable experience filled with fresh produce, delicious food, and spirited live music. Rain or shine, the festivities will go on!

Event Highlights

Held at the Okuma Central Industrial Base Project, the event showcases a delightful mix of activities aimed at celebrating local agriculture and cuisine. Here are some of the key features to enjoy:

Tomato Harvest Experience

Get ready to roll up your sleeves! Participate in hands-on tomato picking directly from the tomato house, where you'll learn about the unique coral gravel farming method that yields high-sugar tomatoes. This interactive experience is a hit with families and farming enthusiasts alike!

Culinary Delights

Satisfy your taste buds at the multiple food stalls featuring:

• - Specialty Beverages: Enjoy event-exclusive drinks including a red eye cocktail made with freshly harvested tomatoes and lettuce, alongside a variety of soft drinks and local beers.
• - Exquisite Cuisine: Experience authentic Indian curry, wood-fired pizzas, bamboo charcoal burgers, and refreshing lemonades and crepes from gourmet food trucks.

Produce Packing Challenge

Pack your own selection of seasonal vegetables at the Noxita Market, featuring contributions from local farmers. It’s a fun way to take home the taste of Fukushima!

Free Live Music

Unwind at the Noxita Terrace with free live performances from talented musicians. The grand finale will feature an exciting jam session involving all performers, ensuring an electrifying atmosphere!

Free Transportation and Parking

For your convenience, a free demand taxi and community bus service will be available, so do check the schedules in advance and book your taxi by 8 PM a day before. Free parking is also provided in the space next to the event venue.

About FUN EAT MAKERS in Okuma

FUN EAT MAKERS is more than just a food location; it’s a place where people connect through agriculture, culinary delights, and community. Managed by Connect Around, a subsidiary of C&R Agency, this complex promotes high-value agricultural production, enjoyment of food, and a space for professionals to collaborate and work.

The facility integrates indoor and outdoor areas to enhance the experience of visitors, creating a bridge between nature and urban life. The ongoing success of the facility is evident, with student visits and contracts with local government fostering community partnerships.

In a message from the president of Connect Around, Tsukasa Asai, he highlights the importance of continuing to advocate for the community's resilience post-disaster, and how the establishment will lead to further opportunities, including the implementation of agricultural technologies and expanded local employment.

With its successful collaborations on projects and dedication to sustainability, FUN EAT MAKERS stands as a testament to innovation and community development.

So, come hungry and ready to have a wonderful time! Taste the new life of Okuma as it continues to flourish in the agriculture and food scene.

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