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Event held in Hokkaido town to promote seasonal specialties NHK

People flocked to an event on Sunday in a town on the coast of the Sea of Okhotsk in Hokkaido, northern Japan, to enjoy local delicacies of the season.
The event is held annually in Oumu Town to promote seafood and other local cuisine.
Horsehair crabs and salmon were sold at the venue. Children were allowed to try to catch salmon that were placed in a pool.
Visitors were also able to take part in an auction and bid for seafood.
A girl who tried to catch salmon said it was difficult to catch the fish, but she was happy to get one.
She said she is looking forward to savoring the fish with her family.

Quiz 1:
Where was the event held that people flocked to on Sunday?
A. Tokyo
B. Sea of Okhotsk in Hokkaido
C. Nagasaki
D. Osaka

Quiz 2:
What kind of food was sold at the venue for visitors to purchase?
A. Local vegetables and fruits
B. Horsehair crabs and salmon
C. Meat products
D. Bakery items

Quiz 3:
Who said it was difficult to catch the fish, but was happy to get one at the event?
A. An adult visitor
B. A child who tried to catch salmon
C. The event organizer
D. A local chef
Summary
Event held on Sunday in Oumu Town, Sea of Okhotsk, Hokkaido, showcasing local delicacies such as horsehair crabs and salmon. Children were allowed to catch salmon, an adult shared their difficulty but happiness at getting one. The event also included an auction for seafood bids. Visitors looked
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ID: 557dcc3c-c741-4ac5-9ecd-f0fad60fc042

Category ID: nhk

URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20250930_08/

Date: Sept. 30, 2025

Notes: NHK News with Quiz - 2025-09-30

Created: 2025/10/01 07:01

Updated: 2025/12/08 01:36

Last Read: 2025/10/01 07:26