東海村姉妹都市交流会館 Tokai Sister City Hall

01/06/2026

下記時間帯は、館内整備及び、ホール貸切のため、会館をご利用いただけません。
ご迷惑をおかけいたしますが，皆さまのご理解ご協力をお願いいたします。
（このじかんは、かいかんは　つかえません↓）
【閉館日時】
　 ★6月15日（月） 9:00～12:00
【ホール貸切日時】
　 ★6月19日（金） 17:00～20:00

Tokai-mura Sister City Hall will be closed as scheduled below for events:

Mon. 15 June 9:00～12:00
Fri. 19 June 17:00～20:00

Thank you for your cooperation.

30/05/2026

🇬🇧 2026年5月30日（土）、姉妹都市交流会館にて、「紅茶とスコーンとイギリスのお話」のイベントを開催しました！
イギリス出身の Tom Gibb さんを講師にお迎えし、日本語と英語を交えながら、イギリスの文化について楽しくご紹介いただきました。
2種類のスコーンと紅茶をご用意して、30名の日本人・外国人の参加者の皆さまがそれぞれのティータイムの過ごし方などを紹介し合いました。
初めて姉妹都市交流会館を訪れてくださった方も多く、どのテーブルも笑顔があふれる素敵なひとときとなりました✨

On May 30, we welcomed 30 participants to a special multicultural event Tea, Scones & Stories from the UK
Our guest speaker, Tom Gibb, shared fascinating insights into British culture and everyday life. Over tea and freshly baked scones, participants enjoyed lively conversations and cultural exchange in a warm and friendly atmosphere.
It was a wonderful morning filled with smiles, new connections, and shared experiences✨
Thank you to everyone who joined us!

25/05/2026

広報とうかい5/25号

Tokai Newsletter 25 May 2026
1. Weekend Medical Services in Jun.
2. Health Checks and Consultations in Jun.
3. On-demand Share-ride Taxi Service “Ainori-kun”
4. Spring Cleanup Day
5. Hello Baby Classes for Pregnant Women
6. Exploring the Stone Buddhas of Funaishikawa and Funaba District
7. Hiking Tour to Mt. Mizusawa
8. Sports Recreation Day for Elementary School Students
9. Tennis Class for Beginners and Intermediates
10. Art Festival Performances 2026
11. Special Exhibition: Seven Doors to the World of Ink Painting-Masterpieces From the Suiboku Museum, Toyama”

1. Weekend Medical Services in Jun.
Hours: 9:00 a.m. - noon
Sun. 7: Ogata Clinic, ph.029-282-4781
Sun. 14: Tokai Hospital, ph.029-282-2188
Sun. 21: Tokai Hospital, ph.029-282-2188
Sun. 28: Ibarakihigashi National Hospital, ph.029-282-1151
Ibaraki Children Emergency Information Helpline, ph. #8000 or 050-5445-2856
Hours: Open 24 hours, every day of the year (including emergency medical information)
Ibaraki Adult Emergency Information Helpline, ph. #7119 or 050-5445-2856
Hours: Open 24 hours, every day of the year (including emergency medical information)

2. Health Checks and Consultations in Jun.
(1) Health Consultation for Mothers and Children
Date: Fri. 12 Jun.
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m., 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Please make an appointment.
(2) “Genki-up” Health Consultation for Adults
Date: Fri. 12 Jun.
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m., 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Please make an appointment.
(3) Health Check for Children
1) Children – aged 1 year and 6 months old born in Nov. 2024
Date: Fri. 19 Jun.
Time: 12:50 p.m. - 1:20 p.m.
2) Children - aged 3 years old born in Dec. 2022
Date: Wed. 3 Jun.
Time: 12:50 p.m. - 1:20 p.m.
3) Children - aged 5 years old born in Jun. 2021
Date: Wed. 17 Jun.
Time: 12:50 p.m. - 2:20 p.m.
(4) Toddler Class for those born in Oct. 2023
Date: Tue. 23 Jun.
Time: 9:30 p.m. - 9:50 p.m.
Place: Tokai Health Center in Tokai Welfare Center "Kizuna"
Inquiries: Tokai Health Center, ph. 029-282-2797

3. On-demand Share-ride Taxi Service “Ainori-kun”
Ainori-kun is a service for Tokai Village residents, that provides share-ride service from your home/designated location to a destination, at lower fares than commercial taxi service.
Service Details
-The service is available from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (4:00 p.m. on Sat.) except Sun., public holidays and New Year’s holidays.
-Both the departure point and the destination must be within Tokai Village.
-The fare is 300 yen for one trip (one way), and 100 yen for disabled people, people certified for Long-Term Care, preschool children and one caregiver/guardian.　
Registration & Reservation
-App “Knowroute” or Tokai Village Official LINE
After signing up in the app or LINE, you can make a reservation for a ride starting three days before the day you wish to use the Ainori-kun service.
-Phone
Registration: Call “Tokai-mura On-demand Taxi Information Center”. You can also apply in person at Industrial Policy Section in Tokai Industry and Information Plaza "iVil", Tokai Welfare Center “Kizuna” or Tokai Village Office.
Reservation: Call “Tokai-mura On-demand Taxi Information Center” starting three days before the day you wish to use the service.
Ph. 029-306-2828, 7:30 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. (3:45 p.m. on Sat.)
Cancellation: Cancel via the app/LINE, or call 029-287-1919 before your appointment.
Inquiries: Industrial Policy Section, Ph. 029-287-0925
https://www.vill.tokai.ibaraki.jp/soshikikarasagasu/sangyobu/sangyoseisakuka/1/1_2/2/10027.html

4. Spring Cleanup Day
Date: Sat. 13 Jun.
*In case of rain, notification will be given through the community radio system at 6:30 a.m., and the cleanup day will be postponed to Sun. 14 Jun.
Time: 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.
Place: All areas of Tokai Village
Other: Separate the garbage into burnable and non-burnable.
Inquiries: Resident Safety Section, ph. 029-282-1711 ext. 1452

5. Hello Baby Classes for Pregnant Women
Let’s learn about pregnancy, childbirth, childcare, and share your concerns and experiences with us as an expecting mother. You can join either one or both classes.
Date and Content:
(1) Fri. 3 Jul., 9:15 a.m. - noon (Registration starts at 9:00 a.m.)
Lecture by a midwife, a nutrition manager and a dental hygienist. Childcare service will be provided for free.
(2) Sat. 4 Jul., 9:15 a.m. - 11:50 a.m. (Registration starts at 9:00 a.m.)
Talk about babies’ crying / how to bathe a newborn / pregnancy experience for fathers / useful tips for before and after childbirth. Bring an apron for each attendee. No childcare service will be provided.
Place: Tokai Health Center
Capacity: (1) 12 people, (2) 16 pairs
Other: Bring your Maternal and Child Health Handbook (Boshi Kenko Techo), the supplementary handbook, pen and notebook.
Applications: Apply from Sat. 30 May to Tue. 23 Jun. at: https://tokai-vill.city-ca.jp/
Inquiries: Tokai Health Center, ph. 029-282-2797

6. Exploring the Stone Buddhas of Funaishikawa and Funaba District
Date: Sat. 13 Jun.
Time: 10:00 a.m.- 11:30 a.m.
Place: Funaishikawa Community Center
Capacity: 20 people
Application: Apply by phone or e-mail (your name/s, phone number, and program name) to Lifelong Learning Section from Sat. 30 May to Wed. 10 Jun.
Inquiries: Lifelong Learning Section, ph. 029-287-0851, [email protected]

7. Hiking Tour to Mt. Mizusawa
Date: Sat. 20 Jun.
Time: Meeting at Fureaino-mori Park at 6:20 a.m.
Departure time: 6:30 a.m.
Place: Mt. Mizusawa, Shibukawa-city, Gunma pref.
Eligible people: Anyone who lives or works in Tokai Village (including family living together) or belongs to SC Smile Tokai and is 18 years old or above.
Capacity: 15 people
Cost: 8,000 yen for Smile Tokai members,11,000 yen per person who lives together with a Smile Tokai member, 14,000 yen for non-members
Application: Apply with the fee at Tokai Gymnasium between 8:30 a.m. and 5:15 p.m., from Sat. 6 to Wed. 17 Jun.
Inquiries: SC Smile Tokai at Tokai Gymnasium, ph.029-283-1001

8. Sports Recreation Day for Elementary School Students
Date: Sat. 27 Jun.
Time: 10:00 a.m.- 2:30 p.m.
Place: Shirakata Elementary School Gymnasium
Eligible people: Elementary school students living in Tokai Village *Children in the 3rd grade and under should be accompanied by a guardian.
Application: Apply by phone or e-mail (your name/s, school name, grade and phone number) to Lifelong Learning Section by Fri. 12 Jun.
Inquiries: Children’s Association Support Federation ph. 029-287-0851,
[email protected]
https://www.vill.tokai.ibaraki.jp/soshikikarasagasu/kyoikuiinkai/shogaigakushuka/seisyounen/syokann/7251.html

9. Tennis Class for Beginners and Intermediates
Date: 8 Sundays from 12 Jul. to 6 Sep. (except 16 Aug.)
Time: 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Place: Tokai Tennis Court
Eligible people: Any junior high school student or older, who lives, works, or goes to school in Tokai Village, or any member of Tokai Village Tennis Federation (including family living together).
Capacity: About 50 people
Cost: 3,000 yen per person
Application: Apply by email or in person to Tokai Tennis Court Club House by 5:00 p.m. on Sun. 28 Jun.
Inquiries: Sugimoto san, Tokai Village Tennis Federation, ph. 090-8452-7878

10. Art Festival Performances 2026
Date: Sun. 14 Jun.
Time: 10:30 a.m. (Doors open at 10:00 a.m.)
Place: Tokai Culture Center
Contents: Morning - Chorus, Flute, Hula
Afternoon - Japanese performing arts, Jazz dance, Yosakoi soran, Pop songs, Taiko (Japanese drum), Ballet
Inquiries: Tokai Village Cultural Association at Tokai Culture Center, ph. 029-282-8511

11. Special Exhibition: Seven Doors to the World of Ink Painting-Masterpieces From the Suiboku Museum, Toyama”
Featuring 70 carefully selected works by renowned artists from the distinguished collection of the Suiboku Museum, Toyama, this exhibition highlights the profound charm of ink wash expression.
Date: Until Sun. 21 Jun.
Time: 9:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. (Last admission 4:30 p.m.)
Place: The Museum of Modern Art, Ibaraki (666-1 Higashi Kubo, Semba-cho, Mito City)
Admission: General; 1240 yen, Seniors 70+; 620 yen, High school students; 980 yen, Junior high/elementary school students; 550 yen
Inquiries: The Museum of Modern Art, Ibaraki, ph. 029- 243-5111

11/05/2026

広報とうかい5/10号
Tokai Newsletter 10 May 2026

1. Weekend Medical Services in May
2. Extension of Administrative Service Time
3. Ozora Yaen Music Festival 2026
4. TOKAI Rogaining Day
5. Fun Strength Training for Dads and Kids
6. Women's Health Class
7. Baby Yoga Class
8. "Tea, Scones and Stories From the UK" at Sister City Hall

1. Weekend Medical Services in May
Hours: 9:00 a.m. - noon
Sun. 10: Ishii Orthopedics (Seikeigeka) Clinic, ph.029-270-5141
Sun. 17: Higashihara Clinic, ph.029-283-2301
Sun. 24: Ogata Clinic, ph.029-282-4781
Sun. 31: Usui Clinic, ph.029-229-0855
Ibaraki Children Emergency Information Helpline, ph. #8000 or 050-5445-2856
Hours: Open 24 hours, every day of the year (including emergency medical information)
Ibaraki Adult Emergency Information Helpline, ph. #7119 or 050-5445-2856
Hours: Open 24 hours, every day of the year (including emergency medical information)

2. Extension of Administrative Service Time
Date: Every 1st and 3rd Thu.
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Services and Sections:
Civil Registration Section; Resident registration, seal (hanko) registration, My Number Card, passport issuance, and publishing of other certifications and permissions
Health Insurance Section; Procedures of National Health Insurance, National Pension Plan, Long Life Medical Care for the Elderly, Medical Welfare Subsidy and Long-term Care Insurance
Tax Section; Issuance of certifications, (local) taxpayer assistance (needs reservation)
Accounting Section; Payment of tax (except national tax, prefectural tax and national pension premiums) and royalties
Childcare Support Section; Procedures for day-care centers and kindergartens, application of child allowance and child-rearing allowance
Waterworks Section; Procedures to supply public water, payment of water and sewage bills

3. Ozora Yaen Music Festival 2026
This year, “Ozora Marche” is transforming into “Ozora Yaen,” a music festival where guests can enjoy food, drink and music in the enchanting atmosphere of the illuminated historic shrine and temple!
Date: Sat. 5 Sep.
Time: noon - 8:30 p.m.
Place: Daijingu Shrine, Muramatsu Kokuzoson Temple
Application:
Tickets for Tokai-mura residents only:
Will be sold from Wed. 20 to Sun. 31 May at Tokai Village Tourism Association.
3500 yen per ticket, or 4500 yen for a ticket with parking. Up to four tickets per person. Cash only. ID required.
General Advance Tickets:
Will be available through the electronic ticketing service from 9:00 a.m. on Mon. 1 Jun.
4000 yen per ticket, or 5000 yen for a ticket with parking. Up to four tickets per person.
Inquiries: Tokai Village Tourism Association, ph. 029-287-0855
Website https://tokai-kanko.com/

4. TOKAI Rogaining Day
Rogaining is an orienteering sport involving both route planning and navigation between checkpoints using a map. Teams choose which checkpoints to visit within a time limit to maximize their score. All participants will receive participation prizes, and winning teams will be awarded prizes.
Date: Sat. 6 Jun. (Postponed to Sun. 7 Jun. in case of rain)
Time: 9:30 a.m.- 12:45 p.m. (Registration starts at 9:00 a.m.)
Place: Tokai Village Museum (Rekishi To Mirai No Koryukan)
Eligible people: Anyone who either lives, works or goes to school in Tokai Village
*Elementary school students and younger must be accompanied by a guardian.
Capacity: 30 groups of two to five people
Cost: Free
Application and Inquiries: Apply with the application form to Tokai Gymnasium by email, fax or in person from Fri. 15 May to Fri. 5 Jun., ph. 029-283-0673, fax. 029-287-1905, [email protected]
For details, see http://www.tokai-cs.or.jp/post-6815/

5. Fun Strength Training for Dads and Kids
Dates: 4 Saturdays – 6, 13, 20 and 27 Jun.
Time: 10:00 a.m.- 11:30 a.m.
Place: Tokai Welfare Center “Kizuna”
Eligible people: Fathers and children in pairs who live in Tokai Village. Children must be from preschool (age 4-5) to 2nd grade (age 7-8).
Capacity: 15 pairs
Cost: Free
Other: Bring indoor shoes, a drink and towel. Also, wear comfortable clothes.
Application and Inquiries: Apply to Tokai Health Center, ph. 029-282-2797, or SC Smile Tokai at Tokai Gymnasium, ph.029-283-1001, from Fri. 15 May.

6. Women's Health Class
Join us for a workshop where you can learn about women’s physical and mental health, nutrition, and engage in yoga and stretching exercises.
Date: 4 Thursdays - 2, 9, 16 and 23 Jul.
Time: 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. (Registration starts at 9:00 a.m.)
Place: Tokai Welfare Center "Kizuna"
Eligible people: Women aged 20–54 who live in Tokai Village
Capacity: 15 people
Cost: Free
Other: Bring a drink, towel, and yoga mat. Also, wear comfortable clothes. Free childcare service is available. (Reservation required)
Application and Inquiries: Apply to Tokai Health Center, ph. 029-282-2797, or SC Smile Tokai at Tokai Gymnasium, ph.029-283-1001, from Fri. 15 May.

7. Baby Yoga Class
Date: Fri. 12 Jun.
Time: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Place: Ozora Daycare Center
Eligible people: Children from 6 months to 2 years old and their parents
Capacity: 10 pairs
Other: Bring a baby blanket, towel and drink. Also, wear comfortable clothes.
Application and Inquiries: Apply by phone to Ozora Daycare Center by Thu. 11 Jun., ph. 029-287-3535

8. "Tea, Scones and Stories From the UK" at Sister City Hall
Join us for a relaxing teatime with stories about British culture from a UK guest. Enjoy tea, British sweets, and cross-cultural conversation at the Tokai-mura Sister City Hall!
Date: Sat. 30 May
Time: 10:00 a.m. - noon
Place: Tokai-mura Sister City Hall
Eligible people: Anyone who lives or works in Tokai Village (Junior high school students and older)
Capacity: 20 Japanese and foreigners *If there are too many applicants, a lottery will be held. The results will be notified by Sat. 23 May.
Cost: Free
Application: Apply by phone or in person between 9:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. at the Sister City Hall by Thu. 21 May. Or e-mail your name, telephone number, and whether you have used the Sister City Hall before to Tokai-mura Sister City Hall ([email protected]) by Thu. 21 May. *Up to 2 people may apply together.
Inquiries: Tokai-mura Sister City Hall, ph. 029-282-0535 (except Sun.)
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/tokai.sch/

07/05/2026

下記時間帯は『ホール貸切』のため，参加者以外の方はホールをご利用いただけません。
（このじかんは、ホールは　つかえません↓）
【ホール貸切日時】
　 ★5月19日（火） 17:00～20:00

下記時間帯は『貸切』のため，参加者以外の方は会館をご利用いただけません。
（このじかんは、会館は　つかえません↓）
【全館貸切日時】
　 ★5月30日（土） 9:00～13:00

Tokai-mura Sister City Hall will be closed as scheduled below for an event:

Tue. 19 May 17:00～20:00
Sat. 30 May 9:00～13:00

Thank you for your cooperation.

01/05/2026

5月30日（土）、姉妹都市交流会館にて
「紅茶とスコーンとイギリスのお話」を開催します。
美味しい紅茶とスコーンを楽しみながら、異文化交流しませんか。ぜひお申込みください!

Join us on Saturday, May 30th at the Sister City Hall for
“Tea, Scones, and Stories from the UK.”
Enjoy tea and scones while sharing a relaxed cultural exchange.
Looking forward to your participation!

25/04/2026

広報とうかい4/25号

Tokai Newsletter 25 Apr. 2026
1. Weekend Medical Services in May
2. Health Checks and Consultations in May
3. Collect “Tokai Sodachi” Stickers and Get Farm Products!
4. Healthy Walking Group
5. Hello Baby Classes for Pregnant Women
6. Hiking Tour to Mt. Agatsuma
7. Shelly’s Nature Lab: Let’s Go Beachcombing!
8. Tide Pool Creatures Observation
9. Light Vehicle Tax

1. Weekend Medical Services in May
Hours: 9:00 a.m. - noon
Sun. 3: Usui Clinic, ph.029-229-0855
Mon. 4: Tokai Hospital, ph.029-282-2188
Tue. 5: Tokai Hospital, ph.029-282-2188
Wed. 6: Ibarakihigashi National Hospital, ph.029-282-1151
Sun. 10: Ishii Orthopedics (Seikeigeka) Clinic, ph.029-270-5141
Sun. 17: Higashihara Clinic, ph.029-283-2301
Sun. 24: Ogata Clinic, ph.029-282-4781
Sun. 31: Usui Clinic, ph.029-229-0855
Ibaraki Children Emergency Information Helpline, ph. #8000 or 050-5445-2856
Hours: Open 24 hours, every day of the year (including emergency medical information)
Ibaraki Adult Emergency Information Helpline, ph. #7119 or 050-5445-2856
Hours: Open 24 hours, every day of the year (including emergency medical information)

2. Health Checks and Consultations in May
(1) Health Consultation for Mothers and Children
Date: Fri. 8 May
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m., 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Please make an appointment.
(2) “Genki-up” Health Consultation for Adults
Date: Fri. 8 May
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m., 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Please make an appointment.
(3) Health Check for Children
1) Children – aged 1 year and 6 months old born in Oct. 2024
Date: Fri. 15 May
Time: 12:50 p.m. - 1:20 p.m.
2) Children - aged 3 years old born in Nov. 2022
Date: Wed. 13 May
Time: 12:50 p.m. - 1:20 p.m.
3) Children - aged 5 years old born in May 2021
Date: Wed. 20 May
Time: 12:50 p.m. - 1:20 p.m.
(4) Toddler Class for those born in Sep. 2023
Date: Mon. 18 May
Time: 9:30 p.m. - 9:50 p.m.
Place: Tokai Health Center in Tokai Welfare Center "Kizuna"
Inquiries: Tokai Health Center, ph. 029-282-2797

3. Collect “Tokai Sodachi” Stickers and Get Farm Products!
“Tokai Sodachi” Stickers can be found on local farm products sold at the following local shops in the village: Tokai Farmers Market “Niji no Naka”, AEON Tokai, Kasumi Funaishikawa, Kasumi Tokai, York Benimaru Tokai and Green Cross Farm Ibaraki. You can participate in a drawing if you buy these local farm products and collect 20 stickers during the campaign. Winners will get local farm products.
When:
Closing of the first drawing: Sun. 21 Jun.
Closing of the second drawing: Wed. 23 Sep.
Closing of the third drawing: Sun. 20 Dec.
*You can participate as many times as you like.
Application: Put the application form in an application box provided at the shops or submit it to the Agriculture Support Center at Tokai Farmers Market “Niji no Naka”. Application forms can also be downloaded from the Official Village Website.
Inquiries: Agriculture Support Center at Tokai Farmers Market “Niji no Naka”, ph. 029-287-7867 (except Sat., Sun. and public holidays)
https://www.vill.tokai.ibaraki.jp/soshikikarasagasu/sangyobu/nogyoseisakuka/3/1/2081.html

4. Healthy Walking Group
A one-hour walking course around “Masaki Icho St. and Hanamizuki St.”.
Date: Fri. 1 May (Canceled in case of rain)
Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. (Registration starts at 9:00 a.m.)
Meeting place: Masaki Community Center
Eligible People: Tokai Village residents
Other: No reservation required. Bring a drink, a towel, and wear comfortable clothes.
Inquiries: Tokai Health Center, ph. 029-282-2797
For details, see: https://www.vill.tokai.ibaraki.jp/soshikikarasagasu/fukushibu/kenkozoshinka/2/1/2/1490.html

5. Hello Baby Classes for Pregnant Women
Let’s learn about pregnancy, childbirth, childcare, and share your concerns and experiences with us as an expecting mother. You can join either one or both classes.
Date and Content:
(1) Fri. 22 May, 9:15 a.m. - noon (Registration starts at 9:00 a.m.)
Lecture by a midwife, a nutrition manager and a dental hygienist. Childcare service will be provided for free.
(2) Sat. 23 May, 9:15 a.m. - 11:50 a.m. (Registration starts at 9:00 a.m.)
Talk about babies’ crying / how to bathe a newborn / pregnancy experience for fathers / useful tips for before and after childbirth. Bring an apron for each attendee. No childcare service will be provided.
Place: Tokai Health Center
Capacity: (1) 12 people, (2) 16 pairs
Other: Bring your Maternal and Child Health Handbook (Boshi Kenko Techo), the supplementary handbook, pen and notebook.
Applications: Apply from Thu. 30 Apr. to Tue. 12 May at: https://tokai-vill.city-ca.jp/
Inquiries: Tokai Health Center, ph. 029-282-2797

6. Hiking Tour to Mt. Agatsuma
Date: Sat. 23 May.
Time: Meeting at Fureaino-mori Park at 6:20 a.m.
Departure time: 6:30 a.m.
Place: Mt. Agatsuma, Kiryu-city, Gunma pref.
Eligible people: Anyone who lives or works in Tokai Village (including family living together) or belongs to SC Smile Tokai and is 18 years old or above.
Capacity: 15 people
Cost: 8,000 yen for Smile Tokai members,11,000 yen per person who lives together with a Smile Tokai member, 14,000 yen for non-members
Application: Apply with the fee at Tokai Gymnasium between 8:30 a.m. and 5:15 p.m., from Sat. 2 to Wed. 20 May. (Except Thu. 7, Mon. 11 and Mon. 18 May)
Inquiries: SC Smile Tokai at Tokai Gymnasium, ph.029-283-1001

7. Shelly’s Nature Lab: Let’s Go Beachcombing!
Explore the shore and observe the creatures and stones that wash up.
Date: Sat. 30 May
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Place: Muramatsu Beach (details to be announced later)
Capacity: 20 people
Application: Apply online from Fri. 1 to Fri. 22 May at:
https://apply.e-tumo.jp/vill-tokai-ibaraki-u/offer/offerList_detail?tempSeq=86030
Inquiries: Lifelong Learning Section, ph. 029-287-0851

8. Tide-Pool Creatures Observation
Explore Tide‑Pool Creatures with Environmental Advisors!
Date: Sun. 31 May
Time: 9:00 a.m.- noon
Place: Hiraiso Coast (Hiraiso-cho, Hitachinaka)
Eligible people: Family who live in Tokai Village *Child aged 3 or older.
Capacity: 5 families *If there are too many applicants, a lottery will be held.
Cost: 500 yen per family group
Application: Apply online by Wed. 13 May at:
https://apply.e-tumo.jp/vill-tokai-ibaraki-u/offer/offerDetail_initDisplay?tempSeq=69605&accessFrom=
Inquiries: Lifelong Learning Section, ph. 029-287-0851

9. Light Vehicle Tax
Light vehicle tax bills will be sent out to owners soon. Please make payment at banks, convenience stores, the Japan Post Bank (in Kanto and Yamanashi pref.) or by smartphone apps designated on the back of the notice by Mon. 1 Jun. The amount will be deducted from your account on Mon. 1 Jun. only for bank transfer registrants.
If you have not received a tax notice, or have received it for a car that was scrapped or changed ownership before 1 Apr. 2026, contact the Tax Section. Regarding reduction and exemption for the disabled, apply to the Tax Section by Mon.1 Jun.
Inquiries: Tax Section, ph. 029-282-1711 ext. 1117, 1118

21/04/2026

【5/15(金)〆切★この夏，米国アイダホフォールズ市へ行きませんか？学生訪問団員募集中！】

　東海村姉妹都市交流協議会では，村の国際親善姉妹都市･米国アイダホフォールズ市を訪問する学生訪問団員を募集します。

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21/04/2026

10/04/2026

広報とうかい4/10号
Tokai Newsletter 10 Apr. 2026

1. Weekend Medical Services in Apr.
2. Extension of Administrative Service Time
3. Blue Ticket System Will Apply to Bicycle Violations
4. Special Discount Tickets for Mito HollyHock Soccer Game
5. Exhibition at Tokai Village Museum: 10 Reasons Why I Travel
6. Salon for Moms and Kids
7. Basic Physical Training Course
8. Rent a Grand Piano for Private Practice
9. Hitachi International Street Performance 2026

1. Weekend Medical Services in Apr.
Hours: 9:00 a.m. - noon
Sun. 12: Ogata Clinic, ph.029-282-4781
Sun. 19: Higashihara Clinic, ph.029-283-2301
Sun. 26: Ibarakihigashi National Hospital, ph.029-282-1151
Wed. 29: Tokai Hospital, ph.029-282-2188
Ibaraki Children Emergency Information Helpline, ph. #8000 or 050-5445-2856
Hours: Open 24 hours, every day of the year (including emergency medical information)
Ibaraki Adult Emergency Information Helpline, ph. #7119 or 050-5445-2856
Hours: Open 24 hours, every day of the year (including emergency medical information)

2. Extension of Administrative Service Time
Date: Every 1st and 3rd Thu.
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Services and Sections:
Civil Registration Section; Resident registration, seal (hanko) registration, My Number Card, passport issuance, and publishing of other certifications and permissions
Health Insurance Section; Procedures of National Health Insurance, National Pension Plan, Long Life Medical Care for the Elderly, Medical Welfare Subsidy and Long-term Care Insurance
Tax Section; Issuance of certifications, (local) taxpayer assistance (needs reservation)
Accounting Section; Payment of tax (except national tax, prefectural tax and national pension premiums) and royalties
Childcare Support Section; Procedures for day-care centers and kindergartens, application of child allowance and child-rearing allowance
Waterworks Section; Procedures to supply public water, payment of water and sewage bills

3. Blue Ticket System Will Apply to Bicycle Violations
From 1 Apr., cyclists aged 16 or older will be issued with tickets for traffic offences such as disobeying traffic signals, driving on the wrong side of the road, use of mobile phones. Please follow traffic rules, wear a helmet, and ride your bicycle safely. For details, see:
https://www.vill.tokai.ibaraki.jp/soshikikarasagasu/somminseikatsubu/kurashinoanzenka/3_1/689.html
https://www.keishicho.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/multilingual/english/traffic_safety/traffic_rules/hansoku.html
Inquiries: Resident Safety Section, ph.029-282-1711 ext. 1455

4. Special Discount Tickets for Mito HollyHock Soccer Game
Date: Wed. 29 Apr.
Time: Kickoff at 4:00 p.m.
Place: K’s Denki Stadium Mito (2058-1 Kobuki-cho, Mito)
Eligible people: Anyone who either lives, works or goes to school in Tokai Village
Cost: 2,000 yen/person for back home unreserved seat, 1,500 yen/person for behind the goal home unreserved seat
*Special passports are available for students and people over 65 years of age.
Application: Tickets will be sold from noon on Fri. 10 Apr.
For details, see https://www.jleague-ticket.jp/p/MH202616

5. Exhibition at Tokai Village Museum: 10 Reasons Why I Travel
Tokai Village Museum is having a special exhibition “10 Reasons Why I Travel.” For details, see: https://www.vill.tokai.ibaraki.jp/tokaivillagemuseum/tenji_kikakuten/12535.html
Date: Until Tue. 5 May
Place: Tokai Village Museum (Rekishi To Mirai No Koryukan)
Inquiries: Lifelong Learning Section, ph. 029-287-0851

6. Salon for Moms and Kids
The salon offers a place where parents and children can have a pleasant time playing together with volunteers while having the opportunity to exchange ideas about childcare.
Date: Fri. 5, 12, 26 and Sat. 20 Jun. (4 times in total)
Time: 10:00 a.m.- 11:20 a.m.
Place: Funaishikawa Community Center
Eligible people: Mothers and their children born between 1 Jan. 2025 and 31 Jan. 2026, who live in Tokai Village *If there are too many applicants, a lottery will be held.
Capacity: 10 pairs
Cost: Free for Tokai Village Residents Conference members, 300 yen per pair for non-members. Up to two guardians may attend on 20 Jun.
Application: Apply online by Fri. 1 May at:
https://www.vill.tokai.ibaraki.jp/cgi-bin/inquiry.php/104
Inquiries: Tokai Village Residents Conference, ph.029-287-0851

7. Basic Physical Training Course
Date: Sun. 17 May
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.
Place: Tokai Gymnasium
Eligible people: Junior high school students or older who either live, work or go to school in Tokai Village (including family living together).
Capacity: 10 people (The minimum number is 5.)
Cost: 700 yen per person
Application: Apply with the fee at Tokai Gymnasium between 8:30 a.m. and 5:15 p.m. from Wed. 15 Apr. to Fri. 15 May.
Inquiries: Tokai Gymnasium, ph. 029-283-0673

8. Rent a Grand Piano for Private Practice
Dates and Time:
9:00 a.m. - 4:50 p.m. on Fri. 15 May, Wed. 3 and 17 Jun.
1:00 p.m. - 7:50 p.m. on Fri. 24 Apr., Tue. 30 Jun.
9:00 a.m. - 7:50 p.m. on Sun. 26, Wed. 29 Apr., Wed. 6, Sat. 30 May
Place: Tokai Culture Center
Eligible people: Anyone who lives, works or goes to school in Tokai Village
Cost: 200 yen per 50-minute session
*You can apply up to two practice sessions per term (Apr. to Jun.).
*Reservations cannot be changed.
*Please contact Tokai Culture Center about additional use.
Application and Inquiries: Apply in person to Tokai Culture Center (ph. 029-282-8511) between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. after Sat. 18 Apr. If there is any vacancy, reservations will be taken by phone after 1:00 p.m. on Sat. 18 Apr. You can apply by 5:00 p.m. on the day you want to use the venue if there is a vacancy. Website http://www.tokai-cs.or.jp/post-7122/

9. Hitachi International Street Performance 2026
Popular street performers will energize the city with juggling, acrobatics, and pantomime. Enjoy a space filled with laughter, wonder, and unforgettable moments.
Date:
(1) Sat. 9 May, 12:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
(2) Sun. 10 May, 11:00 a.m. – 5:15 a.m.
Place: (1) Hitachi Civic Center (2) Yokappe Street (JR Hitachi-taga Station Front Street)
Inquiries: Hitachi Civic Center, ph. 029-424-7711
For details, see: https://www.civic.jp/event.php?mode=detail&f=1&code=396