I like Nishiharamura. It’s a good day trip if you have a car. There’s a 道の駅 selling all-local produce directly from the farmers - they have the grower’s name on the packaging , which gives it a very personalized feeling. They’re having this event now based on the TV show “One Piece,” which I was into when it was new and original but quickly lost interest in when it began coasting on its own success (tell me about it!). I also objected to their sexualization of women (once I became the father of a daughter, that is. It’s never too late to learn.) The point appears to be to attract more tourists to the area- I don’t think there’s any other connection. If I’m wrong, please let me know. The link to the event is below. - William

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