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Experience the Charm of Nature at the 'Zushimachii' Event

On October 5, 2025, from 10 AM to 3 PM, the lively event "Zushimachii" will take place at the serene Zushi Hikagezaka Park in Machida. This event was originally scheduled for May but was postponed due to rain, and now it is back to bring joy and engage the community with a focus on nature and local produce.

The aim of 'Zushimachii' is to highlight the connection between greenery and daily life while enhancing the vibrancy of the local community. Attendees can look forward to a variety of activities that celebrate nature, food, and fun. This year's event will spotlight unique nature experiences including animal observation, interactions with small animals, pony rides, and the creation of plant encyclopedias.

Event Highlights

1. Market and Food Trucks

• - Local Produce: Enjoy fresh vegetables sourced from Machida, a staple that supports local agriculture.
• - Food Offerings: Satisfy your cravings at food trucks serving coffee, gelato, cotton candy, frankfurters, and traditional bento boxes, along with various snacks and toys.
• - Games and Activities: Participate in fun games like super ball scooping, yo-yo fishing, ring toss, and bamboo drone play.

2. Nature Experiences

• - Explore Nature: Engage in a nature scavenger hunt, with displays introducing local wildlife and beekeeping.
• - Lumberjack Experience: Try your hand at lumberjacking using a saw, a unique way to connect with nature.
• - Animal Interactions: Get close to sheep and small animals, feed them, and even take part in pony rides available for a fee.
• - Create a Plant Encyclopedia: This is a fantastic opportunity for both kids and adults to learn about different plant species while getting creative.

3. Other Activities

• - Molkky Experience: A Finnish throwing game that is all about skill and fun, a must-try for attendees!
• - Drumming Performance: Enjoy an electrifying performance featuring African drums, bringing rhythm and energy to the park.

Background Information

Machida City is dedicated to enhancing urban living by incorporating the diverse greenery found in parks, farmlands, and natural landscapes throughout the area. In April 2023, to promote this vision, the Machida Green Utilization Network was established, with collaboration among businesses, NGOs, farmers, and local government.

The network aims to realize various projects that utilize green spaces, and 'Zushimachii' is one of its key initiatives. It showcases community-driven efforts to enhance local connectivity and promote Machida as an exceptional place to live, work, and visit.

Last year's event was successful in drawing many visitors and creating an atmosphere of joy and connection through nature and community engagement. The continuation of such events reflects Machida's commitment to becoming a place where residents not only want to live but also take pride in calling it home.

Join Us!

Don't miss out on this wonderful chance to reconnect with nature and experience the local culture. The Zushimachii event encourages everyone to come together, share stories, and enjoy a day filled with learning, fun, and interaction with nature. Check for more details and updates on the event via the Machida Green Utilization Network. We look forward to seeing you there!