[New Information] Scheduled Designated Competitive Bidding (Published July 3, 2026, Bidding Date July 14, 2026)

Designated competitive bidding is scheduled for July 14, 2026, with details published on July 3, 2026.

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.

[Photo News] June 29, 2026 Reiwa 8 Spring Decoration Conferment and Report Ceremony

Decoration certificates and medals were presented to recipients from local fire brigades on June 29, 2026 at Nayoro City Hall.

[New Information] Hokkoku Museum Special Exhibition "Horse" Now Open

Hokkoku Museum is holding a special exhibition on horses, featuring information about their ecology, characteristics, and cultural significance.

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.

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.

2026 Nordic Walking Class

A Nordic walking class will be held in 2026.

Recruitment of Nakagawa Town Staff

Nakagawa Town is recruiting staff for fiscal year 2027 across multiple departments including administrative, fire service, civil engineering, architecture, and social welfare positions.

[New Information] Recruitment of Executive Committee Members for Nayoro City Coming-of-Age Celebration 2027

Nayoro City is recruiting executive committee members for the 2027 Coming-of-Age Celebration ceremony.

[New Information] Consumer Life Center Information No.5 - Beware of Suspicious Flyers about "Free Waste Collection"

Be cautious of suspicious flyers about free waste collection services that lack proper business information and only provide a staff member's name and phone number.

[New Information] Municipal Housing Applications Now Being Accepted

Municipal housing applications are being accepted from July 1 to July 14, 2026.

[New Information] Nayoro Junior High School "New School Building Open House"

Nayoro Junior High School will hold an open house for the new building starting from August 2026 with advance registration required.

[New Information] Monthly Confirmation Application by Purpose - Received Cases

Monthly statistics on building confirmation applications received by purpose are now available.

[Notice] Fiscal Year 2027 Nayoro City Staff Recruitment Examination (Test conducted in September 2026)

Nayoro City is recruiting approximately 5 general affairs staff with the highest starting salary among Hokkaido cities for the fiscal year 2027 recruitment examination.

[Notice] Recruitment of Bifuka Town Staff for Fiscal Year 2027

Bifuka Town is recruiting staff for fiscal year 2027, including 5 general administrative positions and 1 health nurse position.

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.

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.

Free Talk Session with Council Members [Monday, July 27]

A free talk session with council members is scheduled for Monday, July 27.

Shimokawa Youth Fire Brigade Club Summer Training

The Shimokawa Youth Fire Brigade Club is hosting summer training activities.

[New Information] Bid Results for June 30, 2026 (Construction Works, etc.)

Bid results for construction works and related projects on June 30, 2026 have been announced.

[New Information] Nayoro Public Relations July Issue Released

Nayoro Public Relations magazine has been redesigned starting December 2025 with a new cover design featuring a white base.

[New Information] Kitakuni Museum 30th Anniversary Special Event "Museum Festival"

Kitakuni Museum is holding a "Museum Festival" to commemorate its 30th anniversary with free admission to permanent exhibition rooms and other events.

[New Information] Designated Competitive Bidding Scheduled (Published June 30, 2026, Bidding on July 14, 2026)

Designated competitive bidding is scheduled to be published on June 30, 2026, with bidding taking place on July 14, 2026.

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.

Notice: Emergency Countermeasure Projects Using FY2025 Price Surge Response Priority Support Local Revitalization Temporary Subsidy

The town is implementing emergency countermeasure projects totaling approximately 97,962 thousand yen to address price surges in food and transportation sectors.

[New Information] Recruitment of Fiscal Year 2026 Nayoro City Accounting Year-Term Employees (Kaziren Childcare Center Childcare Worker)

Nayoro City is recruiting accounting year-term employees for the Kaziren Childcare Center childcare worker position for fiscal year 2026.

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 Newsletter Now Available

The Kids School Newsletter has been published and is available to view.

Kids School to be Held

A Kids School program will be held; please refer to the official website for details.

We are Recruiting Instructors for Yuru-Spo and Cultural Clubs!

Shimokawa Town is recruiting instructors for casual sports and cultural club activities.

[New Information] Fiscal Year 2026 Child-Rearing Support Program

Nayoro Municipal Certified Kindergarten offers child-rearing support services for parents of pre-school children in the community.

[Photo News] June 25, 2026 Gift from Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters

The Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters presented caps and clear files to fourth-grade students at Nayoro Elementary School on June 25, 2026.

[New Information] Notice on Nayoro City Zutto Sumairu Support Project

Nayoro City announces the Zutto Sumairu Support Project to improve housing environments, promote migration and used housing circulation, and activate the regional economy.

[New Information] Recruitment of Nayoro City Accounting Year-Round Fixed-Term Employees for Fiscal Year 2026 (School Engineers - Continuous Recruitment)

Nayoro City is recruiting accounting year-round fixed-term employees including school engineers with ongoing applications.

[News] This Month's Public Relations (July 2026)

The July 2026 public relations magazine is now available for download as a complete issue or individual pages.

[New Information] Nayoro City War Dead Memorial Service Peace Gathering

Nayoro City is holding a peace gathering memorial service for war dead at Nayoro Minami Elementary School.

[New Information] Public Notice Service (Light Vehicle Tax)

Public notice service allows tax documents to be deemed served after 7 days of posting on the city bulletin board when the taxpayer's location is unknown.

[News] School Lunch Newsletter "Itadakitaimu" July 2026 Issue Released

The July 2026 school lunch newsletter "Itadakitaimu" has been released.

[New Information] Elementary and Junior High School Lunch Menu (Menu for July 2026 has been issued)

The elementary and junior high school lunch menu for July 2026 has been issued.

Notice: Recruitment of Residents

Residents are being recruited with an application deadline from June 25 to July 15.

Shimokawa Town Donation Receipt Results for Fiscal Year 2025

Shimokawa Town has announced the donation receipt results for fiscal year 2025.

Nordic Walking Classes 2026 to be Held

Nordic Walking classes will be offered in 2026.

[New Information] Nayoro City Comprehensive Plan (Phase 2) Latter Half Basic Plan Booklet (Main Edition and Digest Version)

Nayoro City has released booklets and a digest version of its Comprehensive Plan (Phase 2) Latter Half Basic Plan covering fiscal years 2023-2026.

[New Information] Public Relations Magazine "Bifuka" Back Issues (Fiscal Year 2026)

Back issues of the public relations magazine "Bifuka" for fiscal year 2026 are now available.

[New Information] Stockpile Status of Emergency Supplies

The town publishes its annual emergency supplies stockpile status as required by law.

[News] Bid Results for June 23, 2026 (Construction Work, etc.)

Bid results for construction work and related projects scheduled for June 23, 2026 have been announced.

[New Information] Latest Issue of Himawari Land Newsletter Released

The latest issue of Himawari Land Newsletter has been released and is now available.

[New Information] Planned Designated Competitive Bidding (Released June 23, 2026; Bidding Date July 7, 2026)

Notice of planned designated competitive bidding to be held on July 7, 2026, with details published on June 23, 2026.

[New Information] June 23-29 is Gender Equality Week!

June 23-29 is designated as Gender Equality Week by the Cabinet Office.

[Photo News] June 22, 2026 Nayoro High School Planter Installation Work

Nayoro High School Station held a planter installation event on June 22, 2026, where local residents and high school students planted flowers together to decorate the station.

[New Information] Recruitment of Temporary Staff for Fiscal Year 2026 in Nayoro City (After-School Childcare Support Staff at Higashi Children's Club (Non-Insured Employment))

Nayoro City is recruiting temporary staff for the position of after-school childcare support at Higashi Children's Club for fiscal year 2026.

[New Information] Public Notice and Service

Public notice and service allows documents to be deemed served after 7 days of posting when a taxpayer's whereabouts are unknown.

[Notice] Energy Conservation Initiatives for Summer

The municipality promotes energy conservation during summer through practical measures for households and businesses.

Usage Restrictions for Shimokawa Town Office Parking Lot

Usage restrictions have been implemented at the Shimokawa Town Office parking lot.

Smartphone Consultation Class on 6/24!!

A smartphone consultation class will be held on June 24th to help residents learn smartphone usage.

[Reopened] Notice of Closure Lifted for Sakura-ga-oka Park and Freppe

Sakura-ga-oka Park and Freppe have reopened after closure.

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.

[Photo News] June 21, 2026 Shirakaba Festival

The 45th Fuuren Shirakaba Festival was held on June 21, 2026, featuring Awa Odori dance performances from Tokyo groups.

[New Information/Notice] Companies, Shops, and Organizations - Would You Like to Become a Sponsor of Magazines at the Library?

The library is seeking sponsors from companies, shops, and organizations to display their names and advertisements on magazines.

Regarding the Implementation of Proposal for Nakagawa Town Network Infrastructure Construction Project (Municipality Network Construction Project)

Nakagawa Town and Minamisoufutsu Town are implementing a proposal process for joint network infrastructure construction to enhance administrative efficiency and connect to Hokkaido's Smart Hokkaido Platform.

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.

[New Information] One-Day Librarian Experience (Kazuren Branch)

Kazuren Branch Library invites participants to experience librarian work for one day including counter operations and book processing.

Alert: Bear Sighting at Sakuragaoka Park (Partial Facility Closure Notice)

A bear has been sighted at Sakuragaoka Park and some facilities are closed temporarily.

[New Information] Recruitment of Part-time Substitute Cook at Bifuka Town Early Childhood Center

Bifuka Town Early Childhood Center is recruiting one part-time substitute cook position.

[New Information/Announcement] "Nayoro City History (New City Edition)" Published

Nayoro City History (New City Edition) was published on March 27, 2024, commemorating the 20th anniversary of the merger of former Nayoro City and Fuuren Town.

[News/Notice] Regarding Issues with Light Vehicle Tax Payment for Fiscal Year 2026

QR codes on fiscal year 2026 light vehicle tax payment notices mailed on June 1st are non-functional due to a system malfunction.

Release of "[R07 Revised Version] Nakagawa Town Disaster Reserve Stockpile Plan (Phase 2)"

Nakagawa Town has released the revised Phase 2 Disaster Reserve Stockpile Plan with information on evacuation centers and their facilities.

Recruitment of Nakagawa Town Accounting Year-Round Temporary Civil Service Staff (Temporary Civil Service Assistant)

Nakagawa Town is recruiting accounting year-round temporary civil service staff (temporary civil service assistants) through document screening and interviews.

[News] Brown Bear Sighting Information (Sighting Information as of June 17)

Information regarding brown bear sightings as of June 17; exercise caution as bears may appear in unreported areas.

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.

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.

[New Information Notice] Announcement of Public Recruitment Proposal for Design and Construction of Wooden Play Equipment at Bifuka Townふれあい Park

Bifuka Town is conducting a public recruitment proposal for the design and construction of wooden play equipment at Bifuka Townふれあい Park.

[New Information] Users of "tekuTECH" Android Devices Must Link with HealthConnect

Android users of tekuTECH must link with HealthConnect to earn administrative points through daily step goals on the Yoroca app.

[New Information] "InBody Challenge" 2026 to be held!

Free InBody body composition measurement events will be held in 2026 to promote health and fitness challenges for the community.

[New Information] General Question Videos - 3 Councilors Speaking! (June 2026 Assembly)

Videos of three councilors' general question presentations from the June 2026 town assembly are now available.

[New Information] Public and Business Operator Briefing Sessions on New Waste Management Methods and Classification Categories from April 2027

Public and business briefing sessions will be held regarding changes to waste classification categories and disposal methods beginning April 2027.

[Notice] Application for General Waste

Bifuka Town is notifying residents about the application process for general waste disposal.

Event Schedule for the 23rd Shimokawa Udon Festival

The 23rd Shimokawa Udon Festival will be held during the final week of August.

[New Information] Recruitment of Accounting Year-Based Temporary Staff for Nayoro City in Fiscal Year 2026 (Administrative Staff - Social Insurance and Labor Insurance Division)

Nayoro City is recruiting temporary administrative staff for social insurance and labor insurance positions in fiscal year 2026.

[新着情報]指名競争入札予定（令和8年6月16日公開、令和8年6月30日入札分）

[新着情報]指名競争入札予定（令和8年6月16日公開、令和8年6月30日入札分）

[新着情報]大型車両走行のお知らせ【町道美深歌登線】

[フォトでお知らせ]2026年6月15日 ドロカツ全国大会報告会

Sale of General Property (Former Shinmachi Kouku Kaikan)

The town is selling the former Shinmachi Kouku Kaikan building.

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.

[Notice] Schedule Changes for Meishi Bus Starting July 1

Meishi Bus will change its schedule starting July 1.

[新着情報]文化ホール自主事業のお知らせ

[新着情報 お知らせ]ヒグマ出没情報（美深町）

[新着情報/お知らせ]農地利用効率化等支援事業（R8当初）の要望調査について

[新着情報]水道の水質について

[新着情報/お知らせ]住民票・マイナンバーカードに振り仮名が記載されます

[新着情報/お知らせ]地域農業構造転換支援事業（R7補正、R8当初）の要望調査について

[新着情報]美深町一般廃棄物収集運搬業・処分業許可一覧

Notice of Shimorin Marche 2026 Hosting

Shimorin Marche 2026 will be hosted as announced.

[お知らせ][博物館]企画展「山本美和絵画展」開催中

[新着情報]広報誌「議会だより」（令和8年）

[新着情報]議会カレンダー（令和8年）

[新着情報 お知らせ]無料法律相談のお知らせ（7月15日）

[新着情報 お知らせ]美深歌登線及び加須美峠函岳線のゲート開放（6月13日から）のお知らせ

Blood Donation Campaign [June 26 (Friday)]

Blood donation campaign will be held on June 26 (Friday).

人づくり研修事業

[新着情報/お知らせ]名寄市総合計画（第3次）中間報告会 ～みんなで考えよう、なよろのこれから～

Received Special Commendation for FSC Japan's 20th Anniversary

A special commendation was received to mark the 20th anniversary of FSC Japan.

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.

[お知らせ]「幼児センターだより」

[お知らせ]企業版ふるさと納税

[新着情報/お知らせ]戸籍の振り仮名の変更について

[新着情報 お知らせ]指定暑熱避難施設（クーリングシェルター）の利用について

[新着情報 お知らせ]飼い主のいない猫の引き取りについて

[新着情報 お知らせ]家庭の粗大ごみを収集（有料）します （申込は6月24日迄）

[新着情報 お知らせ]野生動物へのエサやりはやめましょう

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.

[新着情報 お知らせ]「松山湿原とニウプ自然探勝」 第30回登山の集い

[新着情報 お知らせ]松山湿原木道補修作業による通行止めのお知らせ

[新着情報/お知らせ]名寄市の備蓄状況について

Sale of Public Property (Mokugei Art Center)

The town is selling the Mokugei Art Center as public property.

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.

中川町まちづくり研究助成について

[新着情報 お知らせ]モンベルフレンドタウンに登録しました！！

[お知らせ]幼児センター子育て支援室「ぴよぴよルームだより」

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.

[新着情報/お知らせ]薬草・花まつり

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.

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 Junior High School Newsletter "Bikuwa-ga-oka"

This is the Shimokawa Junior High School newsletter titled "Bikuwa-ga-oka".

Shimokawa Elementary School Newsletter "Nire"

Shimokawa Elementary School publishes its newsletter "Nire" with information about school activities and announcements.

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.

[新着情報 お知らせ]第40回美深ふるさと夏まつり（開催のお知らせ）

[お知らせ]地域おこし協力隊（農業サポーター）の募集について

[お知らせ]墓地や火葬場の届出

令和8年度旭川開発建設部名寄河川事務所によるヒグマ対策の実施のお知らせ

[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.

令和8年度北海道によるクマ出没防止対策を考慮した樹木伐採について

[お知らせ]学校給食だより・献立表

[新着情報 お知らせ]松山湿原入口ゲートオープンのお知らせ

Robot Vacuum Cleaner Demonstration and Explanation Meeting

A demonstration and explanation meeting for robot vacuum cleaners will be held.

[新着情報 お知らせ]指定暑熱避難施設（クーリングシェルター）となる民間施設等を募集しています

令和8年度中川町地域おこし協力隊の募集

Kids School Newsletter Now Available

The Kids School Newsletter is now publicly available.

Kids School to be Held

Kids School will be held; see the official website for details.

Call for Vendors for Shimorin Marche

Shimokawa Town is accepting applications from vendors to participate in Shimorin Marche.