Summer Pool Classes and SUP Experience Event
Summer pool classes and SUP experience events will be held.
Declaration of Motorized Bicycles and Small Special Vehicles
Owners of motorized bicycles and small special vehicles must submit a declaration to the municipal government.
Public Recruitment of Members for Shimokawa Town Urban Planning Master Plan Citizen Review Committee
Shimokawa Town is publicly recruiting members for its Urban Planning Master Plan Citizen Review Committee.
2026 Nordic Walking Class
A Nordic walking class will be held in 2026.
Arrest of Former Employee of Shimokawa Town Hometown Development and Promotion Corporation
A former employee of Shimokawa Town Hometown Development and Promotion Corporation has been arrested.
Recruitment Qualification Examination for Municipal Staff in Kamikawa District (Fiscal Year 2027)
Kamikawa District is recruiting municipal staff through a qualification examination in fiscal year 2027.
Shimokawa Youth Fire Brigade Club Summer Training
The Shimokawa Youth Fire Brigade Club is hosting summer training activities.
Starting Now! Narite Juku - Running for Office Might Be More Ordinary Than You Think
Narite Juku program is launching to introduce the idea that running for political office is a normal opportunity for ordinary people.
Recruitment of Residents for Public Housing, Specified Public Rental Housing, and Ichinohashi Collective Housing
Public housing, specified public rental housing, and Ichinohashi collective housing are now accepting applications from prospective residents.
Announcement of Stockpile Status for Disaster Relief Supplies and Equipment for Fiscal Year 2025
The town is announcing the stockpile status of disaster relief supplies and equipment for fiscal year 2025.
Super Premium Gift Certificates Now Available for Resale
Super Premium Gift Certificates are being resold by the Town of Shimokawa.
Free Talk Session with Council Members [Monday, July 27]
A free talk session with council members is scheduled for Monday, July 27.
Publication of Shimokawa Town Council White Paper - Regular Session Version for Reiwa 7 (2025)
Shimokawa Town Council White Paper for Reiwa 7 (2025) regular session has been published.
Shimokawa "Mori Jam" - Diverse Forest Experiences Including Tree Climbing, Delicious Cuisine, and World-Class PMF Performances
Shimokawa "Mori Jam" combines diverse forest activities, specialty cuisine, and world-class PMF musical performances.
We are Recruiting Instructors for Yuru-Spo and Cultural Clubs!
Shimokawa Town is recruiting instructors for casual sports and cultural club activities.
Shimokawa Town Sports Merit Award, Sports Contribution Award, and Sports Encouragement Award Ceremony, Reception Celebration, and Shimokawa Ski Jumping Athletes Encouragement Meeting
Shimokawa Town will hold awards ceremony for sports merit, contribution, and encouragement awards, along with a celebration reception and encouragement meeting for ski jumping athletes.
Kids School to be Held
A Kids School program will be held; please refer to the official website for details.
Kids School Newsletter Now Available
The Kids School Newsletter has been published and is available to view.
Nordic Walking Classes 2026 to be Held
Nordic Walking classes will be offered in 2026.
Shimokawa Town Donation Receipt Results for Fiscal Year 2025
Shimokawa Town has announced the donation receipt results for fiscal year 2025.
76th Shimokawa Town "Lighting Up Society Movement" Lantern Parade - Application Guide for Preschool to Junior High School Students
Shimokawa Town is accepting applications from preschool to junior high school students for the 76th "Lighting Up Society Movement" lantern parade.
Smartphone Consultation Class on 6/24!!
A smartphone consultation class will be held on June 24th to help residents learn smartphone usage.
Usage Restrictions for Shimokawa Town Office Parking Lot
Usage restrictions have been implemented at the Shimokawa Town Office parking lot.
[Reopened] Notice of Closure Lifted for Sakura-ga-oka Park and Freppe
Sakura-ga-oka Park and Freppe have reopened after closure.
Alert: Bear Sighting at Sakuragaoka Park (Partial Facility Closure Notice)
A bear has been sighted at Sakuragaoka Park and some facilities are closed temporarily.
Celebration Parade for Athlete Renshiro Nikaido's Olympic Medal - Hokkaido Police Musical Band Live Performance Confirmed!
A celebration parade for athlete Renshiro Nikaido's Olympic medal will be held featuring a live performance by the Hokkaido Police Musical Band.
Announcement of Publication of Business Plan (Amendment) for Multifunctional Payment Subsidy
The amended business plan for Multifunctional Payment Subsidy has been made public.
[Now on Sale] Super Premium Gift Certificates Available for Purchase
Super Premium Gift Certificates are now available for purchase.
Shimokawa Town Hokkaido SDGS Study Tour October 9-10 (Hosted by Shimokawa Town, Co-organized with Nikkei ESG Management Forum)
Shimokawa Town will conduct an SDGs Study Tour on October 9-10, hosted jointly with the Nikkei ESG Management Forum.
Event Schedule for the 23rd Shimokawa Udon Festival
The 23rd Shimokawa Udon Festival will be held during the final week of August.
Three Years of Human Growth in Shimokawa: Three Medals at First Olympics, Recognition from Town - Interview with Renzou Nikaido, Shimokawa Commercial High School Graduate
Renzou Nikaido, a Shimokawa Commercial High School graduate, won three medals at his first Olympics and received recognition from the town.
Children Try Their Best in Competition at Shimokawa 'Kodomo no Mori' Sports Day
The 7th Sports Day was held at Shimokawa 'Kodomo no Mori' with children enthusiastically participating in various competitive events.
Multi-generational Exchange from Elementary School Students to Seniors: 33 Participants Experience Tsunagaru Cafe, Kids School, and Fumanetto
33 people of various ages participated in multi-generational activities including Tsunagaru Cafe, Kids School, and Fumanetto experience.
[Notice] Schedule Changes for Meishi Bus Starting July 1
Meishi Bus will change its schedule starting July 1.
Shimokawa Town Staff Recruitment Information for Fiscal Year 2026 (Care Worker - Disability Support Facility)
Shimokawa Town is recruiting care workers for a disability support facility in fiscal year 2026.
Sale of General Property (Former Shinmachi Kouku Kaikan)
The town is selling the former Shinmachi Kouku Kaikan building.
Notice of Shimorin Marche 2026 Hosting
Shimorin Marche 2026 will be hosted as announced.
Blood Donation Campaign [June 26 (Friday)]
Blood donation campaign will be held on June 26 (Friday).
Shimokawa Junior High School 1st Year Students Learn Sustainable Forest Management through Observation of Artificial and Natural Forests
Shimokawa Junior High School 1st year students are learning sustainable forest management through observation of artificial and natural forests.
Received Special Commendation for FSC Japan's 20th Anniversary
A special commendation was received to mark the 20th anniversary of FSC Japan.
Inspired by the Efforts of Shimokawa Commercial Students - Former Kotobuki Food Owners Natsuno Couple: "We Hope This Place Will Be Used for Future Exchange"
The former owners of Kotobuki Food (Shimokawa) are encouraged by the efforts of local commercial students and hope the facility will be used for community exchange.
Starting Now! Narite Juku ~ Running for Office Might Be More Common Than You Think ~
Narite Juku is launching a program to encourage and support candidates interested in running for local political office.
Shimokawa Elementary School: Full of Energy with Diverse Events - Cultivating Cooperative Spirit at Sports Day
Shimokawa Elementary School's sports day showcased diverse competitions that cultivated cooperation and teamwork among students.
Third Shimokawa Town Food Education Promotion Plan
Shimokawa Town announces the Third Food Education Promotion Plan to advance food education and nutrition awareness initiatives.
Recruitment of Nutritionist (Accounting Year-based Temporary Staff)
Shimokawa Town is recruiting a nutritionist for an accounting year-based temporary position.
Sale of General Property (Former Labor Consultation Office)
The town is selling the former Labor Consultation Office property.
Informational Meeting for 2027 Kamikawa Regional Municipal and Town Staff Recruitment Qualification Examination
An informational meeting for the 2027 Kamikawa regional municipal and town staff recruitment qualification examination will be held.
Sale of Public Property (Mokugei Art Center)
The town is selling the Mokugei Art Center as public property.
Shimokawa Town Staff Recruitment 2026 (Functional Training Instructor - Special Nursing Home and Day Service Center)
Shimokawa Town is recruiting a Functional Training Instructor for its Special Nursing Home and Day Service Center.
Shimokawa Town Staff Recruitment for Fiscal Year 2026 (Senior Care Support Specialist at Day Service Center and Home Care Support Office, etc.)
Shimokawa Town is recruiting a Senior Care Support Specialist for day service and home care support facilities in fiscal year 2026.
Recruitment of Residents for Public Housing, Specified Public Rental Housing, and Ichinohashi Group Housing
Applications are being accepted for residents in public housing and specified public rental housing facilities.
Shimokawa Elementary School Newsletter "Nire"
Shimokawa Elementary School publishes its newsletter "Nire" with information about school activities and announcements.
Shimokawa Junior High School Newsletter "Bikuwa-ga-oka"
This is the Shimokawa Junior High School newsletter titled "Bikuwa-ga-oka".
Launch of Shimokawa Town Charm Information Site "Tanoshimo, Shimokawa (tanoshimo.jp)"
Shimokawa Town has opened "Tanoshimo, Shimokawa (tanoshimo.jp)" to promote the town's attractions and charm.
Shimokawa Town Citizen Honor Award Ceremony and 25th Winter Olympic Games (2026 Milan-Cortina) Medal Achievement Celebration Parade
Shimokawa Town will host a Citizen Honor Award ceremony and celebration parade for 2026 Winter Olympic medal winners.
Opening of Shimokawa Town B&G Marine Center
Shimokawa Town B&G Marine Center is opening.
[Starting June 1st] Please Participate in Shimokawa Eco Points 2026!
Shimokawa Eco Points 2026 program starts on June 1st, allowing participants to earn points for eco-friendly activities.
Tree Cutting Measures in Consideration of Bear Appearance Prevention
The town is conducting tree cutting with bear prevention measures in place.
Robot Vacuum Cleaner Demonstration and Explanation Meeting
A demonstration and explanation meeting for robot vacuum cleaners will be held.
Kids School Newsletter Now Available
The Kids School Newsletter is now publicly available.
Call for Vendors for Shimorin Marche
Shimokawa Town is accepting applications from vendors to participate in Shimorin Marche.
Kids School to be Held
Kids School will be held; see the official website for details.