FRF Favorite Space_Tokoro Heaven A great place to cool off and rest along the river.
PROFILE
After working as a store staff, he became a press in 2022. In his private life, he enjoys active hobbies such as soccer and camping. He is especially an avid camper, and has a full set of camping gear. This year was his second visit to Fuji Rock, following a visit last year on business.
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-. This year seems to be the second time for you to participate in Fuji Rock. What was your impression?
When I came here for the first time last year on business, I had no idea of the scale of the event, so I was surprised at the sheer size of the venue. I had heard about it, but coming to Fuji Rock made me realize once again that it is the largest festival in Japan.
-Are you here on business again this time?
I am producing an on-demand media called "HAPPY OUTSIDE BEAMS," which focuses on outdoor activities for BEAMS, and as part of the project, I am taking snaps of visitors to "Fuji Rock. Our goal this time is 50 people.
-. 50 people is a lot of work, isn't it? When it's your job, you can't even go around the stage much. ......!
If I can do my best and manage to shoot through it and see a bit of the show.
-The mango shaved ice at the place , looks so delicious.
It is insanely delicious! I usually get a headache when I eat shaved ice, but this was shaved ice that didn't give me a headache either (lol). . it's good to take a break from all the moving around at the festival. It eases my fatigue.
-Tokoro Tengoku, where we came to buy such mango shaved ice, was mentioned as one of our favorite places at Fuji Rock. Why is that?
One of the best parts of festivals is the food, which can only be enjoyed here. I remember the delicious Okinawan soba I had at Tokoro Tengoku last year, so I chose it for this year's festival.
paradise
A peaceful place to eat and rest , located beside the White Stage. The river flows right there, so you can chill while soaking your feet by the river , or have a great time playing in the river. You can relax and cool off with the sound of the White Stage as background music.
-Place heaven is a great place to chill by the river.
Yes, that's right. Rather than just moving around all day, it would be nice to relax and cool off along the river. The sun can be very strong when the weather is nice.
. The sound of the white stage right next to the building also makes for good background music.
Listening to the sound while basking in the cool air of the river ...... is truly a unique way to spend time at Fuji Rock. It is a space that is hard to experience at other festivals, and even more so at urban festivals, where you can't find a river like this.
-Are there any artists you are looking forward to seeing?
I really wanted to see Denki Groove on the first day, but I'm only going on the second day. I would like to see Kid Frescino!
-Today's footwear is the Newport, a collaboration between "Keen" and Fuji Rock. How do you like them?
KEEN × FUJI ROCK FESTIVAL'24 Newport Retro ¥15,400
The 2024 model of the annual Fuji Rock collaboration. The base model is based on Keen's 20-year-old classic sandal, the Newport. While being a water sandal that protects the toes, it also functions as a trail shoe, making it the perfect sandal for the festival.
They are easy to walk in, even on bad footing, because they grip well. And the toe guards are also there, so I can wear them in rivers and rocky areas without worry.
-It seems like the perfect sandal to play in "Tokoro Heaven".
Yes, it is. . and they have more cushioning than I expected, so I don't get tired from walking around. I like that they feel like they are between a sandal and a shoe, or that they hold up well.
-What about the design aspect?
The colors are easy to match and I like them. The luminous plastic parts on the drawcord are stylish. . I think it will be useful not only for outdoor activities but also for around town.
