Obihiro City

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Obihiro City is the central city of the Tokachi Plain in eastern Hokkaido, a world-class agricultural region that has developed into a true food paradise. Obihiro's famous pork bowl (butadon), made from locally raised pork, has won nationwide popularity, and renowned confectioneries like Rokkatei and Ryugetsu draw sweet lovers from across Japan. The city hosts Banei Racing, a unique draft horse racing event designated as a Hokkaido Heritage, making it the only race of its kind anywhere in the world. The Tokachi hot springs, known for their distinctive peat-enriched waters, and the vast panoramic farmland and starry night skies round out Obihiro's exceptional appeal.

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Tokachi Tourism Federation

Obihiro City

Address
2F Esta-Higashi, W2 S12, Obihiro, Hokkaido 080-0012 Japan
Website
https://obikan.jp/
Operator
Obihiro Tourism and Convention Association

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