So, in order to make the most of this summer, I've created a list of places I want to go during summer vacation.
There are plenty of summer activities you can plan now, such as beaches, pools, festivals, and gourmet food. Use this list as a reference to enjoy a classic yet unique summer trip.
Enjoy summer gourmet food while feeling the pleasant breeze outside
[Iwate] In search of truly delicious beer: "Tono Hop Harvest Festival"
Tono City in Iwate Prefecture is one of the top hop producing areas in Japan. Hops are an essential ingredient in beer and are also known as the "soul of beer." They give beer a gorgeous aroma and a refreshing bitterness.
To promote the appeal of Tono-grown hops, Tono City will hold the "Tono Hop Harvest Festival 2022" in late August, which is the hop harvest season. The venue will feature Tono specialty dishes and beer made with Tono-grown hops, bringing together local residents and beer-loving tourists to celebrate the year's hop harvest.
The venue will be filled with hops, including the ever-popular "Hop Field Bus Tour" and hop-related merchandise for sale. In addition, there will be stage performances by the German Orchestra and the Tono Citizens' Band, both familiar at the Tono Hop Harvest Festival.
Every year, many beer lovers gather at this event to drink, eat, and talk in a cheerful atmosphere. Come and join in the lively harvest festival, which is reminiscent of a German beer festival, and rediscover the deliciousness of beer.
Tono Hop Harvest Festival 2022
| event date | ： | Saturday, August 20th and Sunday, August 21st, 2022 |
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| Venue | ： | Kuranomichi Hiroba, Chuo-dori 4, Tono City, Iwate Prefecture |
| phone | ： | 0198-62-2111 (Tono City Hall) |
| web | ： | https://japanhopcountry.com/news/280/ |
*This event has been cancelled.
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[Okinawa] Eat all the Okinawan cuisine surrounded by the sky and sea. "East Coast BBQ TERUMA"
The east coast of central Okinawa's main island is a tourist area with many beaches and hidden gems, including four islands connected by the undersea road.
East Coast BBQ TERUMA, which opened in Uruma City in October 2021, is a spot where you can enjoy Okinawan cuisine while feeling the sea, sky, and breeze along the east coast. The restaurant is Okinawa's largest "grilling theme park" where you can enjoy barbecues without having to bring anything with you, allowing you to enjoy summer gourmet food.
Its special feature is that it has a wide selection of fresh ingredients that are unique to Okinawa, grown in the rich natural environment. There is a market attached to the restaurant, so if you choose fresh seafood delivered directly from the fishing port, a barbecue chef will prepare it for you on the spot so that it is easy to eat. Of course, the deliciousness of the specially selected brand beef, Agu pork, and island vegetables is also guaranteed.
You can leave the lighting and cleaning up to the staff, so you can just concentrate on eating and drinking.
Not only can you enjoy a barbecue with your family and friends while overlooking the east coast, but you can also hold events where you grill meat on a huge 3m stove. You can share a smile with everyone there and have fun.
An unprecedented barbecue facility where you can eat everything Okinawa has to offer. The lively food and light conversation will brighten up your summer moments.
East Coast BBQ TERUMA
| address | ： | Okinawa Prefecture Uruma City Yonashiro Teruma 1860-1 TERUMA～east coast～ 1st floor |
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| phone | ： | 098-989-5626 (Hours: 10:00-18:00) |
| business hours | ： | 10:00-22:00 (subject to change depending on the season and weather) |
| Closed Day | ： | Monday |
| web | ： | https://teruma-bbq.com/ |
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What do you think of the "List of places you want to go during summer vacation" compiled from OnTrip JAL 's perspective, including classic summer events such as the beach, pool, festivals, and gourmet food?
Use this list to plan your trip so you don't miss out on any of the fun this summer vacation!
*Some content was updated on August 9, 2022.
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