平成29年12月のメッセージ（英語表記あり）

The Kamikawa mayoral election was held on November 19. I was re-elected for the third time with the support of many people both inside and outside of Kamikawa. I would like to express my gratitude from the bottom of my heart for my re-election.
I'm working to promote the town's businesses based on the regional creation five-year plan. I'm also working towards the regeneration of forests and agriculture in town. I want to promote our region, look after the elderly and further strengthen our health organisations through Kamikawa Local Vitalization Cooperator.
Further, I want to strengthen education and child-rearing support. I aim for happy marriages and childrearing in town. These measures will take effect in around 20 to 30 years. Therefore I am convinced Kamikawa will become a welcoming town for our elderly population.
Next financial year, we will cooperate with the townspeople through our second long-term comprehensive town plan. We appreciate your guidance and encouragement.

On November 5, the Fire Protection Campaign of the Kamikawa firefighting team was held. Also, the 10th voluntary disaster prevention drill was conducted. There was safety confirmation training, AED training and demonstrated flood management methods. We encourage you to continue to support us in creating secure urban planning management.

Also on November 5, the "Kamikawa Commerce Festival" was held in front of the town hall. Himeji firefighters brass band featured at the festival. The weather was great and we were treated to performances from the Kamikawa Junior High School brass band, the Kanzaki Nursery marching band and the Kanzaki High School Student Council dancing performance group. There was also a ladies group performance and youth group performance. We look forward to continuing to cooperate with businesses in town to promote the charm of Kamikawa.

From November 11 - 12, Harvest festival was held at the Yamabiko School. Yamabiko School is hosting students from other areas around Japan. Visiting students get to experience life as an Ochidani Elementary School student. I recognize the importance of this project and thank you for your cooperation, including the host families who supported this project.

On November 23, the Hase Station Promotion Project, "The 4th Fall Leaves Walking" event was held. I participated and had a delicious meal with everyone. There were more than 200 participants. "I felt the excitement of the more than 200 participants, and am pleased to see the event is growing every year."

On November 23, Kamin's Harvest Festival was held in front of Teramae Station. Also, the Yuzu Festival was held in Miyono area. At the Yuzu Festival, I saw people from Kobe and Osaka visiting. I want people to cherish Kamikawa's famous Yuzu and promote it throughout Japan.

On November 25, the roadside station "Gin no Basyamichi, Kamikawa" opened. The opening event saw kamado rice cooking and participants could ride on a horse-drawn carriage. This is new type of roadside station different from existing one. We will also promote the charm of the Japan Heritage "Old Silver Mine Carriage Road". We will promote tourism and exchange information with visitors to Kamikawa.

On November 26, Kamin's Harvest Festival was held in front of Niino Station.
On the same day, the Kanzaki branch of Kamikawa's town hall held a sports event. Official town welfare facilities were promoted at the event. The collaboration of people working in nursing facilities in town will lead to the development of improved welfare for the elderly and disabled in Kamikawa.

On December 3, we will hold a Winter Cleanup Operation and on December 9 we will have an illumination lighting ceremony in front of Teramae station. The illumination is called the "Winter Firefly". The lights will lighten up this cold winter brightly. Finally, the skiing resort, Mineyama Kogen Resort "White Peak" opens on December 16. We hope that the opening of this resort will have a ripple effect and further promote Kamikawa tourism and boost regional creation. Please visit Mineyama Kogen Resort.

In conclusion, I will convene the December parliamentary meeting from December 8 - 26. We will discuss the budget and other town business. Also, Kamikawa firefighting team will be patrolling town from December 26.

From now on, the temperature is getting more severe. Please pay attention to your health. I pray that everyone has a Happy New Year. Thank you to everyone who supported the town in 2017. I would like to express my appreciation for all of your support this year.
See you all in 2018.