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I was born and raised in Shimoda. I left Shimoda and entered the dormitory of my collage in Tokyo. When a skinny himono, dried fish was served, I said "This is not himono !" The fish body should be thicker and tasteful and have more flavor ! What I took for granted since my childhood was Shimoda's treasure. How happy I was. And although there are things attractive in any place, the treasure that can never be replaced is history. I am telling the story of Tojin Okichi to guests who visit us day by day. I enjoy talking with customers on topics of history and the charms of Shimoda through Okichi story.

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The clear blue sky and the cobalt sea. Southern wind brings scent of tide into the town. Delicious fish and shellfish delivered brought from seaside. Also, we played tag ! with friends in a mountain of oranges. When I got tired, I climbed up a tree and ate a fresh orange, a delicious 'New Sanma' ! Local people call "New Sanma" in stead of New Summer Orange. New Sanma is much more familiar.

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• ‘Tojin Okichi, and Ryoma soaring up’ Guide of Okichi Memorial Hall (Hofukuji Temple)