Chuo-ku Tourism Association correspondent blog

Did you know that Japan's first "ice cream bar" was born in Chuo-ku? 　

Kyodo Dairy Co., Ltd. in Nihonbashikoamicho was established in 1955 (Showa 30).　

Production of "Home Run Bar" has started. Even those who are not familiar with the cooperative dairy industry　

You've probably heard of the brand name of "Meito". 　

　

　　

In the past, ice cream was generally served in cups, but cooperative dairy farming began in Denmark.　

I purchased a machine that manufactures ice cream bars and created a home runbar. 　

At that time, stick-shaped ice cream was rare, and as soon as it was sold out, it became a big hit.　

That's right. There was also a commitment to using a northern tree that is hard to warp. 　　

　

　　

At the time of its release, it was also a hit that it was placed at a candy store for 10 yen per bottle so that children could buy it.　

It is said that it was a factor. And if you get another "around" on the stick, you can get another one.　

It was wonderful to incorporate the game nature. 　

Probably, many people who are watching this article also have experience of focusing on "around".　

I think there is something. 　　

There are various "Japan's first" in Chuo-ku, but it is such a familiar thing and long seller.　

I'm a little happy to have a product. It's probably like this around you.　

There may be "Japan's first".

 

 

 

 

  This is the fourth in a series where you can meet and talk with various people in the city. This time, I accompanied the activities of the "Chuo-ku Ward Administration Monitor Friendship Association" and reported on a part of your activities. .

 

  The "ward administration monitor system" is a mechanism under the jurisdiction of the Public Relations Division in Chuo-ku. Inhabitants of a ward interested in ward administration apply and give opinion and suggestion to ward administration. I myself once participated as a member and expressed opinions on several ward administration themes. Everyone is seriously thinking about Chuo-ku.

 

　"Municipal Administration Monitor Friendship Association" is an exchange organization for people who have experienced this monitor. Even if you leave the monitor, you continue to have a deep interest and attachment to the region, find your own themes, conduct independent research, exchange opinions, and regularly engage in activities. I've been in my friends for a few years.

　On this day, as a "Meeting of Ward Administration Monitor Friends", there was a plan to reconfirm the location and purpose of establishment around public facilities in the city, and accompanying me. . Many positive people gathered about 20 people and went around the city with the guidance of the Public Relations Division. One of the most impressive facilities was the Chuo Ward Environmental Information Center, which was just opened in June this year. It is located on the 6th floor of Kyobashi Square Garden, the center of the redevelopment area.

http://eic-chuo.jp/

　In addition to being able to know the actual situation of environmental measures in the city, you can also learn about changes in historical environmental issues and future issues. It is within walking distance from Ginza and Tokyo Station, so please come and visit us.

 

　In addition, I also looked around [Harumi Children's Garden] and [Rehaport Akashi]. In Chuo-ku, the number of elderly and younger generations is increasing with population growth, so public facilities are being enhanced here and there. If you have the opportunity to take a walk around the city, why not take a look at these facilities? The usual appearance of Chuo-ku may emerge and come out.

 

 

　After a tour of the city, we interviewed Miyo Hamano, chairman of the Chuo-ku Ward Administration Monitor Friendship Association. It is said that this association has been active for more than 20 years, including its predecessor organization. Mr. Hamano himself took over the chairman more than 10 years ago and led this meeting. At one time, I was worried about the decrease in membership, but recently, the number of new members, including male members, is gradually increasing. I am glad that more people are interested in the local area.

　On the other hand, there are still people who leave the meeting, and as a chairman, he thinks that the most important issues are to establish members and enhance their activities. .

　Approximately 10 regular meetings are held a year, and discussions are held on various themes based on the serious desire to make Chuo-ku a better town, and specific educational activities are being developed. You. If such serious activities grow and the appeal of Chuo-ku increases, I think that it will be fun not only for locals but also for those who come from outside the city.

 

　Lastly, I would like to ask you about your immediate goals. "I think it is important to make communication with ward offices and related organizations more active, and to deliver the opinions of the association as much as possible. Sometimes I can't communicate as I want, but I want to work steadily without giving up. In addition, I would like to make various efforts to further deepen the exchange between members. "

　I was encouraged by touching everyone's smile and Mr. Hamano, who was looking forward to the development of Chuo-ku, even though he should have had a lot of trouble. It was a refreshing day.

 

 

　Near Ningyocho, near Koami Shrine

Arimatsu aperture

　　Takeda Kahei Shoten Tokyo store "Sasaka" is located.

Although the frontage is narrow, when you enter the shop, there are lots of wonderful kimonos dyed with squeezed.

Just before noon, the clerk responded with a smile.

 

The main store is located in Nagoya City, and it was said that during the Kanpo period (around 1741), it was branched from the main store of Takeda Shokuro Shoten.

I had you explain Arimatsu aperture.

　According to the design, the dough is tied with thread, squeezed, dyed, and made.

The process is very advanced, and there is no guide on white fabric, and the pattern tied with thread will be turned off as it is.

　Each person has a one-of-a-kind technique, and it is said that there are as many as 100 types.

It is said that it is a traditional craft that spends a lifetime on the fingertips of each squeezing and one streak.

 

For example, even in the well-known "Kanoko Squeezing", hand-knoted deer, protruding deer, Ichimoku Kanoko, Kyogoku Kanoko, and Yokobiki Kanoko. It is said that there is no other thing.

　Skillfulness is also required for dyeing, but it is also difficult to remove the dyed cloth thread. It is said that the method of "wilt removal" is different depending on each aperture.

　He said that 90% of the world's squeeze dyeing techniques were developed in Japan, and unlike other dyeings, they do not use glue or wax.

　

　I also wanted a cute "squeezing dyeing" hand towel and a beautiful pattern that evokes the tradition of Edo culture.　 

 

Note: Aperture is an advanced one in which when tied with thread before dyeing the fabric, the place becomes white and other places are dyed. A technique from before Chronicles of Japan.　

　Arimatsu squeezing is transmitted to the world. Paris Collection (1993) Exhibitions have been held in Germany, Austria, the United States, and other countries.

 

 

It seems that Kinsan Gin-san, who was famous for longevity, was also a squeezed engineer.

The photo with a smile is Mr. Tokyo store manager.

 

Address of the shop 1-11-9, Nihonbashi Kakigaracho, Chuo-ku

Phone number 03-3666-4649　

How to get to the shop　：

If you hit the street in front of Koami Shrine, behind Nihonbashi Elementary School in Ningyocho toward Nihonbashi River, you will see a business hotel on your left.　Go left on the road in front of the hotel and walk several tens of seconds.　The nearest station is Ningyocho. A few minutes on foot.

 

 

 

 

　  On the street corner of Ginza, I received such a flyer.

Indeed, recently, the use of bicycles has increased, traffic manners have deteriorated, and bicycle parking violations have also increased.
In such a situation, did you know that there is a bicycle parking lot in the basement of the Mitsukoshi Ginza store?

 

The location of the bicycle parking lot is convenient not only for shopping in the Mitsukoshi Ginza store along Harumi-dori St., but also for parking a little bicycle when errands in the surrounding area.

Available time is from 8:00 to 1:00 the next morning.　The fee is free for the first two hours. Every 4 hours, 100 yen is a service that is out of business.

 
There is a nice instruction in the bicycle parking lot on the first basement floor.　In addition, the inside of the facility was very clean and safe, and I thought that I could leave my favorite bicycle. (WOG)

   

The details of the Ginza 4-chome public parking lot can be found on the Ginza Mitsukoshi website.
http://www.mitsukoshi.co.jp/store/1210/map.html Thank you for Mr. Mitsukoshi.　

 

 

 

　　

　The Tokyo Square Garden opened in March 2013, and the Kyobashi Hill is open to the public as an open space.
A lot of plants are planted on the third floor of Kyobashi Hill, which heals the hearts of visitors.


The trees are marked with a wooden tag with a name for visitors.
Japanese andromeda, kaempferi azalea, Soyogo, Gotenbazakura, Japanese maple, Houki Hana Momo, Salsberg, Nishishikigi and Kakuremino are planted.
By the way, some people may say, "Let's write the name of the plant in kanji," but the name of the plant in katakana is displayed on the scientific name.

The scientific name of the world standard is written in Latin.
For example, Japanese maple belongs to the maple family, but the Latin name is Acer palmatum.

I don't know the details, but Acer is torn, palm
It means palm, and it clearly expresses the shape of the plant.

On a rainy morning, I went up to the third floor from the elevator facing the sidewalk.
A convenience store was set up, and we enjoyed snacks and coffee cooked in the store without getting wet in the rain.
There are about 20 chairs at this convenience store, so you can enjoy the planting in a relaxed mood.

Would you like to use it for future meetings?　Added:

On October 30, 8:00, I found "Ginza bees" that sucks nectar of Tsuwabuki flowers.　The picture is below

　The plants on the hill of Kyobashi also make Ginza honey.　I'm so happy.