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    • Press Release / Government / Public
    • 2026/06/27 (Sat)

    This text has been translated by auto-translation. There may be a slight difference between the original text and the translation. (Original Language: 日本語)

    [Machida City, Tokyo] Peace Commemoration Event to Be Held

    Every year in early August, the Lifelong Learning Center holds a summer peace memorial event. We organize this event to reflect on the memories of World War II and other historical events experienced by Machida and Japan, and to provide an opportunity to consider what peace means.

    This year’s theme is “Reflecting on the War 81 Years Ago and Considering Peace Today.” Through special exhibitions “Memories of the Great Tokyo Air Raid” and “What Are ‘Balloon Bombs’?” to provide a broad overview of past wars, and we will work to pass on the experiences of war through activities such as dramatic readings by civic groups.

    In addition, we will hold “Learning About Ukraine Through Baking ・ Prayers for Peace” to provide an opportunity to reflect on the war currently taking place.

    Commemoration Event Overview
    ■ Date and Time ： August 6 （ Thu ） ～ August 11 （ Tue ・ Holiday ）

    9:00 a.m. ～ 5:00 p.m. （ Until 1:00 p.m. on the final day

    ■ Venue ： Lifelong Learning Center, 6th Floor ・ 7th Floor Hall （ 6-8 Haramachida -1 ）

    ■ Organized by ： Lifelong Learning Center

    ■ In cooperation with ： Machida City Association of Atomic Bomb Victims （ Machida Friends Association ）, Machida City Association of Families of War Dead,

    Meiji University Noborito Institute for Peace Education Archives, Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum, Tokyo Metropolitan Reconstruction Memorial Hall

    Contents （ Exhibition ）
    “A Single Postcard” Exhibition

    Featuring items contributed by citizens, depicting daily life and personal experiences during the war

    6th Floor

    Event Corner

    Exhibition of Picture Letters from Elementary and Junior High Schools in the City

    Exhibition of peace-themed picture letters drawn by children from the city

    6th Floor

    Lobby

    Wartime Materials Exhibition

    An exhibition of photographs and materials related to the war 81 years ago, donated by city residents

    6th Floor

    Audiovisual Room

    Sadako and the Paper Cranes Poster Exhibition

    Exhibition of posters depicting the life of Sadako Sasaki, an atomic bomb survivor who died at the age of 12 while folding paper cranes

    6th Floor

    Hallway

    Weapons What Are “Balloon Bombs”?

    Along with photographs and panels about balloon bombs, the thoughts of the young girls involved in their production

    6th Floor

    Study Room 1 ・ 2

    Memories of the Great Tokyo Air Raid

    An exhibition of photographs and materials related to the Great Tokyo Air Raid, which claimed over 100,000 lives

    6th Floor

    Study Room 1 ・ 2

    Content （ Lectures Events, etc. ）
    Kamishibai (paper theater) on the Hiroshima atomic bombing ＆ Storytelling

    （ For 3rd-grade elementary students and up 6a>

    August 6 (Thu) 10:00 a.m. ～ Noon

    We will screen kamishibai depicting the experiences of atomic bomb survivors, hear stories from survivors, and show animations related to the atomic bombing to provide an opportunity to reflect on peace.

    7th Floor

    Hall

    Passing on the Truth About the Hiroshima Atomic Bombing: “Passing on the Experiences of the Atomic Bombing, and Passing Them On”

    （ For junior high school students and older ）

    August 6\ (Thu) 1:45 p.m. ～ 4:00 p.m.

    We will hear the story of a Hiroshima atomic bomb survivor living in Machida City about their experience of the atomic bombing in Hiroshima. This event provides an opportunity for a generation that has not directly experienced war to learn about the preciousness of peace and the horrors of war.

    7th Floor

    Hall

    The Thoughts of the Girls Who Made Balloon Bombs

    （ For 3rd graders and up ）

    August 8 （ Sat ） 10:00 a.m. ～ Noon

    A lecture by the author of the children’s book *The Blue Balloon*—based on interviews with people involved in the production of balloon bombs—and an exhibition specialist from the Meiji University Noborito Institute for Peace Education Archives. This event offers an opportunity to learn about the background of the “balloon bombs” used as weapons at that time and to reflect anew on peace.

    7th Floor

    Hall

    Learning About Ukraine Through Baking ・ Prayer for Peace （ Parent-Child Participation ）

    （ For 3rd-grade elementary students and up ）
    August 8 (Sat) 2:00 p.m. ～ 4:00 p.m.

    This event offers an opportunity to experience Ukrainian culture through baking and to reflect on peace.

    6th Floor

    Cooking Lab

    Passing on the Experiences of the Atomic Bombing ・ Nagasaki Zen Elementary School Initiatives （ Online ）

    （ For 3rd graders and up ）

    August 9 （ ） 10:00 a.m. ～ Noon

    Every year, sixth-grade students at Nagasaki Municipal Zeniza Elementary School "Tunnel of Fire," a painting project in which they have learned about the atomic bombing and created artwork; we will also hear from the author, Hiroshi Okamoto, about Zenza Elementary School’s initiatives. The talk will be held online.

    7th Floor

    Hall

    Passing Down the Truth About the Nagasaki Atomic Bombing ＆ Reading

    （ For junior high school students and older ）

    August 9 （ Sun 2:00 p.m. ～ 4:00 p.m.

    A lecture on the life of Dr. Takashi Nagai （, a radiation researcher ） who was exposed to the atomic bomb in Nagasaki , as well as a staged reading of *Kayoko Sakura*, the story of Kayoko Hayashi, who died at Shiroyama Elementary School near the hypocenter, to reflect on the Nagasaki atomic bombing.

    7th Floor

    Hall

    “Near the Albatross: A Mother’s Account of the Senkaku Islands Disaster”

    （ For junior high school students and older ）

    August 10 （ Mon 6a> 10:00 a.m. ～ Noon

    A book recounting the experience of being swept adrift to the Senkaku Islands by a bombing raid while evacuating on an evacuation ship *Near the Albatross*, which chronicles the experience of being swept adrift to the Senkaku Islands following a bombing while evacuating on an evacuation ship, was adapted into a staged reading by a group of volunteers, including the author herself, and performed.

    7th Floor

    Hall

    Film “Iri Maruki and Shun Maruki: The Battle of Okinawa—Complete Set of 14 Parts” Screening

    August 10 （ Mon ） 2:00 PM ～ 4:00 PM

    A documentary film introducing the “14-Part Series of Paintings Depicting the Battle of Okinawa,” created by Iri Maruki—a co-creator of “The Atomic Bomb Paintings”—and Toshio Maruki, will be screened.

    7th Floor

    Hall

    [Mutual Aid Programs]

    Peace Talk ～ What Does Peace Mean to You? ～

    August 8 （ Sat ） 2:00 PM ～ 4:00 PM

    This event provides an opportunity to reflect on peace, drawing on materials from the special exhibition and books on war ・ and peace.

    7th Floor

    Hall



    ■ Machida City Website

    https://www.city.machida.tokyo.jp/

    ■ Machida City Official （ X ）

    https://twitter.com/ machida_cp

    ■ Machida Parenting Site

    https://kosodate-machida.tokyo.jp/ index.html

    ■ Machida City Promotion （ Official Machida City ） @ machida_cp

    Instagram https://www.instagram.com/machida_cp/

    City Promotion Site https://keeponloving-machida.com/

    • Press Release / Government / Public
    • 2026/06/19 (Fri)

    This text has been translated by auto-translation. There may be a slight difference between the original text and the translation. (Original Language: 日本語)

    [Machida City, Tokyo] The “Machida Yakushi-ike Park Shikisai no Mori Dahlia Garden” Opens

    The “Machida Yakushi-ike Park Shikisai no Mori Dahlia Garden” will be open from June 20 to November 3.

    This garden is one of the largest dahlia gardens west of the Kanto region. Within its approximately 15,000-square-meter grounds, about 500 varieties ・ and 4,000 plants of various dahlias bloom in competition, It brings together a wide variety of dahlias—from those featuring the unique colors of bicolor, striped, blended （ and variegated ） blooms, to varieties ranging from giant blooms over 30 centimeters in diameter to pom-pom blooms about 3 centimeters across—all in one place.

    In response to popular demand, visitors will be able to bring their dogs into the garden starting this year.

    During the garden’s open season, we will hold events such as “Let’s Name a Dahlia ！ .”



    Location
    1213 Yamazaki-cho, Machida City -1

    Open
    June 20 （ Sat ） ～ November 3 （ Tue Holiday ） * Open daily during the season

    Hours
    9:30 a.m. ～ 4:30 p.m. （ Last admission at 4:00 p.m. ）

    Admission
    Adults: 550 yen; Free for junior high school students and younger

    Pets: 200 yen （ * Admission conditions apply ）

    * Small dogs only ： Weight under 15 kg ・ Height 40 cm or less

    *Potty belts and diapers （ Available for purchase on-site ）

    Event Overview ：
    Let’s Name the 2026 Dahlias ！
    We are accepting submissions for names for original dahlia varieties developed at the Dahlia Garden.

    ・ Characteristics ： Flower shape … Informal Decora, Flower diameter … Approx. 17 cm, Flower Color … Red-purple

    ・ Submission Period ： July 1 （ Wed ） ～ July （ Fri ）

    ・ How to Enter ： Fill out the entry form with the required information and and drop it in the designated mailbox （ Limited to one entry per person ）

    ＜ Entry Form ・ Designated Mailbox Locations ＞
    Machida Yakushiike Park, Shikisai-no-Mori Dahlia Garden

    West Garden, Welcome Gate （ Information Desk ）
    City Hall, 1st Floor, Disability Welfare Division

    Machida Tourist Gallery （ Inside Poppo Machida ）

    ・ Announcement ： October 3 （ (Sat) ） Results will be announced at the Kagayaki Festival

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    Blueberry Picking
    New members can enjoy a blueberry picking experience （ 600 yen per cup ） .

    ・ Period ： Mid-July ～ Mid-August

    Let’s Make a Grass Doll You can make your very own cute doll using grass seeds.

    ・ Date & Time ： July 25 （ Sat ）
    6a> Respect for the Aged Day Appreciation Day
    Admission is free for guests aged 65 and older.

    ・ Date and Time ： September 19 （ Sat ） ～ 23 Wed ・ (holiday) ）—a total of 5 days

    Kagayaki Festival
    We are announcing the results of the “Let’s Name the 2026 Dahlia ！” contest.

    ・ Date and Time ： October 3 （ Sat ）
    6a>

    About Machida City, Tokyo
    Machida City has a population of approximately 430,000 and is located in the southern part of Tokyo, about 30 minutes by train from the city center.

    The area around Machida Station is lined with large commercial facilities, and the shopping district that has flourished for many years remains vibrant. A short distance from the station, you’ll find plenty of nature, including satoyama landscapes, parks full of greenery, and farmland where local vegetables are grown.

    It is a city where you can enjoy both the convenience of urban life and the beauty of nature.

    ■ Machida City Official Website

    https://www.city.machida.tokyo.jp/

    ■ Machida City Official （ X ）

    https://twitter.com/ machida_cp

    ■ Machida Parenting Site

    https://kosodate-machida.tokyo.jp/ index.html

    ■ Machida City Promotion （ Official Machida City ） @ machida_cp

    Instagram https://www.instagram.com/machida_cp/

    City Promotion Site https://keeponloving-machida.com/

    • Press Release / Government / Public
    • 2026/06/19 (Fri)

    This text has been translated by auto-translation. There may be a slight difference between the original text and the translation. (Original Language: 日本語)

    "The Idolmaster × Sagamihara City" Collaboration ～ "Exploring the Space City with 765PRO ALLSTARS" ～ Event ！

    In addition to creating opportunities for many people to think, “I’d like to visit Sagamihara ！” or “I’d like to explore the city ！,” and to raise awareness of “Sagamihara: A City Where You Can Feel Close to Space,” we are launching a collaboration campaign with “The Idolmaster” ✨


    　● What is “The Idolmaster”?

    An idol-producing game that began in 2005 as an arcade game. Its game system, in which players act as producers to train idols, along with its unique characters and music, has garnered a large following. To date, the franchise has expanded across various media, ranging from home video games to radio, TV anime, mobile content, and live stage events.

    Event Period
    June 19, Reiwa 8 （ (Fri) ） through July 31 （ (Fri) ）
    Background of the Collaboration
    Sagamihara City is home to the JAXA Sagamihara Campus and a municipal museum featuring the world’s first planetarium where visitors can simultaneously experience 1 billion stars and 8K full-dome imagery—truly “a city where you can feel close to the universe”🪐

    This collaboration features the “765PRO ALLSTARS,” a group of 13 members belonging to 765 （ Namco ） Productions. They’ll be performing as “Sol,” “Luna,” and “Stella”—units named after celestial bodies—and the fact that their unit names are inspired by the universe is what sparked this collaboration ☀ ️ 🌙 ⭐️

    We will be holding five major events ！

    1. Original Collaboration Merchandise Sale
    Merchandise featuring original designs for this collaboration is now available ！
    （ 1 type of clear file, 1 type of tote bag, 13 types of acrylic keychains ）

    *Limited to one of each type per person （ For acrylic keychains, purchases are limited to one per design ）.


    Merchandise Sales Locations
    ● Sagamihara Antenna Shop “sagamix”

    Location
    3-2 Sagamiono, Minami-ku, Sagamihara City -1, 2nd Floor, Bono Sagamiono Shopping Center

    Business Hours
    10:00 AM to 9:00 PM

    Closed
    None

    ●Sagamihara City Museum

    Location
    3-1 Takane, Chuo Ward, Sagamihara City -15

    Opening Hours
    9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

    Closed
    Every Monday The day following a national holiday, etc. （ If Monday is a national holiday, the center will be closed on the following weekday ）

    ● Fujino Tourist Information Center Fujino-ne

    Address
    1702 Obuchi, Midori Ward, Sagamihara City -3

    Hours of Operation
    8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

    Closed
    None
    ⚠ ️Please do not resell any “original collaboration merchandise.”

    2. Original Collaboration Card Giveaway

    When you make a purchase at a store carrying original collaboration merchandise, 500 yen （ (tax included) ） per purchase, you will receive one original collaboration card （ (13 varieties total) ） as a gift ！

    ️Please do not resell the “Original Collaboration Cards.”

    3. The Idolmaster × JAXA Collaboration Panel Exhibition
    　Collaboration panels featuring “Sol,” “Luna,” “Stella,” and JAXA are on display at three locations throughout the city ！
    The large panels, standing 180 centimeters tall, are a must-see👀 Be sure to check them out in person.

    Panel Locations
    ● Sagamihara City Museum

    Address
    3-1 Takane, Chuo Ward, Sagamihara City -15

    Opening Hours
    9:30 AM to 5:00 PM

    Closed
    Every Monday ・ The day following a national holiday, etc. （ If Monday is a national holiday or similar, the library will be closed on the following weekday. ） ● Sagamihara City Library

    Location
    2-13 Kanumadai, Chuo Ward, Sagamihara City -1

    Opening Hours
    Tuesday through Friday ： 9:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
    Saturday ・ Sunday , holidays, etc. ： 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

    Closed
    Every Monday and the second Thursday of every month (excluding January ・ and April)　 （ If the designated day is a holiday, the museum will be open, and the following day will be closed ）

    ● JAXA Sagamihara Campus, Space Science Exploration Exchange Building

    Address
    3-1 Yuno-dai, Chuo-ku, Sagamihara City -1

    Opening Hours
    10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. （ Last admission at 4:45 p.m. ）

    Closed Days
    Please check the facility’s website.

    ● There are also “Ofamas” panels around the city ！

    We are participating in the “Ofamas” panel project, one of the special initiatives commemorating the 20th anniversary of the *The Idolmaster* series. Please be sure to check out the “Ofamass” panels while you’re here⭐ ️

    Locations

    ・ Sagamihara Antenna Shop sagamix

    ・ Sagamihara City Museum

    ・ Sagamiko Tourist Information Center

    ・ Fujino Tourist Information Center Fujino-ne

    4. Sagamihara City Museum Planetarium Collaboration
    Takanane Shijō （ Voice Actress ・ Yumi Hara ） will broadcast a pre-show announcement before the planetarium show 6a> Applies to general screenings （ ） before the start of planetarium programs during the event period.

    ⚠ ️Parking is limited. Please use public transportation as much as possible when visiting.


    5. SNS Giveaway Campaign
    Sagamihara City Promotion X （ @Sagamihara_PR ） Repost the eligible post for a chance to win and you’ll be entered into a drawing to win original collaboration merchandise and collaboration cards. ！
    Details will be announced on the collaboration launch date 🗣️

    Be sure to follow us and stay tuned! ！

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