Things to do in Central Hokkaido Page 7

• Age 7～Age 79
• 5～6 hours
• 08:00

Departure and arrival at Sapporo Station! This is a one-day walking tour of the footpath course in full bloom of rape blossoms at Ebeotsu Hill in Takikawa. We aim for Maruka Kogen while looking at the rape field that boasts the best in Japan. Stroll along the idyllic roads across the meadows. After walking, it's time to have a hot spring in the neighborhood. This tour is recommended for those who want to move in the nature during the warmer months.

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• Age 6～Age 100
• Within 1 hour

Try your hand at making an authentic parquet keychain by cutting and gluing parquet blocks that make use of the natural wood color! Wood comes in a variety of colors, from brown, red, yellow, and even purple. The parquet block bars that form the basis of parquet work are made in advance by instructor Matsuura. You cut them with a craftsman's saw and combine them to make hearts, leaves, and any other shape you like. Once firmly glued together, polish them with sandpaper and finish with oil to complete the piece. Instructor Matsuura of Studio Kaede is a talented artist who won the top prize at the Dobi Exhibition in 2019. He will kindly teach even beginners the authentic craftsmanship!

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• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

Assemble a frame using wood from Hokkaido and assemble 20 types of wood parts in your favorite combination to create your own original photo frame! You can make a photo frame to your liking. The instructor, Matsuura from Kobo Kaede, is a skilled craftsman who won the Hokkaido Governor's Award, the highest award at the Hokkaido Art Exhibition. He has many years of workshop experience, so even beginners can create fun and long-lasting works. Perfect for independent research during long holidays. Or as a photo frame to put special photos in. The more effort you put in, the better the result!

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• Age 0～Age 100
• Within 1 hour

In Naganuma, a town of flowers, there are people who collect beautiful flowers, carefully press them, and create various works of art. Among the various crafts, the pressed flower group "Yuri" will provide clear files for the experience, which even beginners can easily make beautifully. The flowers are collected in advance and pressed beautifully through a delicate process, and with the help of the teacher's design sense, participants will transform the pressed flowers into convenient clear files. The clear files used are specially ordered and can also be used as clipboards, so that they can be used for a long time. Please have a look at the photos to see what kind of works will be made.

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• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

Why not try writing characters with all your heart and soul using a large brush held in both hands, like the ones you only see on TV and in magazines? The characters you create as you run around barefoot on a piece of paper bigger than a tatami mat will be a lifelong memory! The instructor, calligrapher Mikami, has a father and mother who are also calligraphers, and has been familiar with calligraphy since childhood. Mikami is very creative and energetic. Not satisfied with ordinary calligraphy paper, he runs around freely on the large calligraphy paper with a large brush held in both hands, and the characters he creates with his whole body are soon becoming a specialty of Naganuma Town. He also performs at Naganuma Town's summer festival and sunset market, and sometimes collaborates with local musicians. This program was created not only to show people this fun, but also to let them experience it. Participants are first surprised by the weight of the brush filled with ink, and are very satisfied with the characters they write with all their heart, sweating. The written characters take time to dry, and there are limitations on where you can hang them. You may only be asked to take a photo in front of the work. If you would like to take the work home with you, please contact us in advance, although we may not be able to accommodate your request.

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• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

You can experience making your own original calligraphy T-shirt in Naganuma Town, an hour's drive from Sapporo. Why not create a one-of-a-kind T-shirt by drawing with ink made for fabrics that won't come off even after washing? You can freely create your own original calligraphy T-shirt using washable ink for fabrics. It's different from regular ink, so you can wear it for a long time without worry. Practice your original calligraphy, write your favorite characters on a T-shirt, and add a red seal-style stamp. The instructor, Satoko, is a cheerful and powerful calligrapher. She is a real calligrapher who has exhibited at numerous exhibitions, but she is a wonderful person (and a big eater) who is not at all pretentious. She is a popular big sister in Naganuma! Your T-shirt is sure to become one of your favorites!

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• Age 5～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

Naganuma Town, an hour's drive from Sapporo, produces beautiful flowers. Why not try to be soothed by flowers in Naganuma Town? With the advice of an instructor, you can freely arrange seasonal flowers from the surrounding area in a special box set with absorbent sponges. It's fun! Naganuma Town is famous for its rice and vegetable production, but in fact there are many wonderful flower producers. So Maoi, a flower shop that fell in love with the flowers of Naganuma Town, moved from Sapporo to the town. Their outstanding flower arranging sense has attracted the attention of various industries, and they were even entrusted with the flowers for the opening of a certain luxury hotel on the shores of Lake Shikotsu that recently opened. The shop is always full of fresh flowers. When you order a bouquet, they will ask you, "Who is this for?" and arrange it to suit the recipient and the image of the sender. As they fell in love with the flowers of Naganuma, they have built strong relationships with local flower farmers. There are many flowers that are only grown in Naganuma. In the box flower making experience, you can freely arrange seasonal flowers in the specially prepared box, and learn the tricks of flower arranging and the rules for arranging beautifully. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask the friendly instructor. The boxed flower arrangement you made will surely be a very welcome item to display in your home or give as a gift!

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• In Door Activity
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• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

Naganuma Town is a town of art! There are many artists and craftspeople here. Naganuma Town is about an hour's drive from Sapporo, and you can experience the finishing touches of the traditional craft "Wakasa chopsticks"! The final step in making Wakasa chopsticks is polishing. Colorful painted patterns and mother-of-pearl appear on the black lacquered chopsticks.

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• For Groups

• Age 10～Age 100
• 3～4 hours

For beginners] Road bike experience that does not run on public roads Isamu Noguchi, Moerenuma 10km (with transportation from Sapporo city) While cycling lightly in the vast Moerenuma Park, go around Isamu Noguchi's sculptures. Recommended for those who want to start road bikes from now on! *Moerenuma Park This is a general park in Sapporo that was planned as a base park in the "Circular Green Belt Concept," which envelops the city of Sapporo in a belt of parks and green spaces. The basic design was created by the world-famous sculptor Isamu Noguchi, and the construction was carried out based on the concept of "making the whole into a single sculpture". On the vast grounds, facilities such as mountains, fountains, and playground equipment that make extensive use of geometric forms are arranged in an orderly manner, allowing you to enjoy the beautiful scenery that combines nature and art. [Required time] About 3 hours (pick-up time) *The required time varies depending on the level. Pick up is basically at 9:00. Regarding the time, it may be possible to match the customer's convenience depending on the application status of the course. Please inquire at the time of application. [Recommended point] Before the tour, a cycling instructor (authorized by the Japan Cycling Association) will give you a lesson on how to ride, so you can enjoy cycling with peace of mind and exhilaration. * In addition, please check "participation conditions, other remarks and special notes" in advance.

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• Age 6～Age 80
• 3～4 hours
• 08:50 / 11:50 / 12:50 / 13:50

A collaboration between Hokkaido and Western horse riding! Board a shuttle from Sapporo and head to the cowboy town of ``Wild Mustangs'' at the foot of Mt. Hakken, on the way to Jozankei Onsen and Hoheikyo Onsen. At the foot of Mt. Hakken, Cowboy Town is a reproduction of the townscape of the good old west, and is located on a hill, so the air is very refreshing! The sheriff's guide will give you detailed instructions, so it's safe even for beginners and children. After learning how to ride a horse from a sheriff's guide, you can mount your horse and go patrolling a western town! Orchards and campgrounds spread out below. Let's go on a patrol while enjoying the scenery! In the 80-minute course, in addition to challenging yourself to trot, you will also learn how to ride without bouncing (light trot) from the sheriff. We will take you on a walking course to the vineyards. When you spend time with horses, your body and mind will be rhythmically refreshed and refreshed♪ You will definitely be drawn into the charm of Western culture! You can also see the autumn leaves in October and November. Enjoy a horseback riding experience while admiring the beautiful autumn leaves. ～Flow of the day～① Depart by taxi from the meeting point in Sapporo ② Arrive at Mt. Hakken “Wild Mustangs” ③ Start horseback riding experience! <Basic Lesson & Patrol> ④ Horseback riding experience completed ⑤ Departure from “Wild Mustangs” in Minami Ward, Sapporo ⑥ Drop off at your desired location in Sapporo city center (times are approximate)

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• Age 6～Age 80
• 2～3 hours
• 08:50 / 11:50 / 12:50 / 13:50

A collaboration between Hokkaido and Western horseback riding! Board a shuttle from Sapporo and head to the cowboy town of ``Wild Mustangs'' at the foot of Mt. Hakken, on the way to Jozankei Onsen and Hoheikyo Onsen. At the foot of Mt. Hakken, Cowboy Town is a reproduction of the townscape of the good old west, and is located on a hill, so the air is very refreshing! The sheriff's guide will give you detailed instructions, so it's safe even for beginners and children. After learning how to ride a horse from a sheriff's guide, you can mount your horse and go patrolling a western town! Orchards and campgrounds spread out below. Let's go on a patrol while enjoying the scenery! On the 50-minute course, you will practice brisk walking and will be guided to a course that takes you around the orchard in a wide circle. When you spend time with horses, your body and mind will be rhythmically refreshed and refreshed♪ You will definitely be drawn into the charm of Western culture! You can also see the autumn leaves in October and November. Enjoy a horseback riding experience while admiring the beautiful autumn leaves. ～Flow of the day～① Depart by taxi from the meeting point in Sapporo ② Arrive at Mt. Hakken “Wild Mustangs” ③ Start horseback riding experience! <Basic Lesson & Patrol> ④ Horseback riding experience completed ⑤ Departure from "Wild Mustangs" in Minami Ward, Horo City ⑥ Drop off at your desired location in Sapporo city center (times are approximate)

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• Age 3～Age 99
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

Relax and relax in the Toyohira River. It can be enjoyed by both families and couples with young children.

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• Age 13～Age 70
• 3～4 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

We will guide you to the tip of the water while letting you feel the wind. Don't miss this time-limited valley beauty! Soak up the negative ions of the Toyohira River with your whole body and jump in! Do you not try courage!

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• Age 0～Age 100
• 2～3 hours /3～4 hours /4～5 hours
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00

Opened in April 2016! We are a bicycle rental shop in Otaru, Hokkaido. Kitarin is the shop you can see on your left after exiting the entrance of Otaru Station. The store manager, an Otaru guide master, may assist you with your planned route for the day with an original map.

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• For Family

• Age 13～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 12:30

Jump into rivers, slide down waterfalls, and swim in this little valley at the foot of the Hidaka Mountains. About 2 hours 30 minutes from set to dissolution ------------------------------------- At HOA, as a measure to prevent new coronavirus infectious diseases, we will carry out a tour while making the following efforts. "Health care staff," "confirmation of the guest's state of health," "facility, thorough ventilation of a moving vehicle," "facility, disinfection and cleaning of the equipment," "hand washing, mask, Sekie Ticket Encouraging" Thank you for your cooperation of everybody. -------------------------------------

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• For Groups

• Age 10～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 10:30 / 13:00

North Hiroshima in the glass workshop "Niun-Petsugarasu Institute of Arts" in the city Waatsu (Watts), we are blown glass experience. Even beginners can have a fun production experience. Please come to the store once.

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• Age 18～Age 60
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 08:00

This is a surfing experience in Hokkaido. Enjoy surfing surrounded by the nature of Hokkaido at Hamaatsuma Seaside Park. Our lessons are recommended for the following people! ●No transportation to the sea → Free transfer from Sapporo city center ●No equipment → Necessary surfboard and wetsuit rental included! ●Not improving → Small group lesson with a maximum of 3 people! Why not enjoy Hokkaido's short summer in the majestic nature? ■Introduction Surfing is a sport played in nature against the sea. SURFBOARD BANK operates with safety as a safety first measure. However, surfing is a sport played against nature that involves the risk of serious injuries and accidents. Please be aware that in the event of injury or accident, you will be responsible for all of it. Also, if you have a chronic illness, please get permission from your doctor in advance to participate. Please also contact us at the time of reception. ■About the venue We may move to another point so that you can take the class with good waves that are as easy to ride as possible depending on the conditions of the day. The disbanding time may vary. ~ Flow of the day ~ 6:00 Meeting We will pick you up at a hotel in the center of Sapporo. 7:30 Arrive at Hamaatsuma Seaside Park, the local meeting point. Check the wave conditions and move to another point if necessary. 8:00 Experience starts. Change into a wetsuit and start the experience. Make sure to warm up properly. 10:00 Experience ends. Change clothes and return to Sapporo. 12:00 Arrival in Sapporo. We will send you to your desired location in central Sapporo.

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• Age 13～Age 70
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 05:30

Departure and arrival at Sapporo Station! It is a day hiking tour of Mt. Apoi famous for the mountain of flowers. Samani Town, including Mt. Apoi, was designated as the 8th Global Geopark in Japan in 2015. The alpine plant community near the summit is also designated as a national natural monument. As you cross the varied mountain trails, you'll be waiting for a flower paradise! You can relax and enjoy nature while enjoying the colorful flowers. After descending the mountain, it's time to have a hot spring in the neighborhood. A professional guide will give a point lecture on mountain walking and explain flowers. This tour is recommended for those who want to see a lot of alpine plants in the summer and enjoy hiking in the wilderness.

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• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 11:15 / 13:30

Gentle rafting on the clear stream Shiribetsu River overlooking the Niseko mountain range! There is no age limit, so everyone from babies to grandparents can enjoy it. Any number of pets are free. We will cooperate so that pregnant women and people with disabilities can participate. It is quick and smooth because it is local meeting and local dissolution near the start. The Niseko course is a little choppy, landing on a small island, finding fish, and relaxing! The meeting and dissolution place is in front of Niseko Station, so there are meals, hot springs, open spaces, etc., making it easy to adjust the time before and after participating! Free downloadable photos!

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• Age 5～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

Have an extraordinary experience in Hidaka Town surrounded by nature! Recommended for those who want to experience a thrill different from rafting. Get on a boat alone and get out on the river for an exciting experience!・It is a rare packraft tour in Hokkaido.・Beginners and experienced people welcome! Please be assured that the guide will give a lecture and support firmly.・With data taken on the day, handmade sweets and drinks ♪

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• Age 10～Age 75
• 5～6 hours
• 08:30

This is a snowshoe hiking tour that climbs Mt. Asari Tengu in Otaru City, Hokkaido near Sapporo. A professional guide will give you various lectures on the key points of winter mountain hiking. It's fun just stepping on the fluffy powder snow! Would you like to take a hike through the quiet winter forest? This tour is recommended for those who want to try winter mountaineering or want to make their snowshoeing debut. A spectacular 360 degree panoramic view awaits you from the top of the mountain! After descending the mountain, you can stop by a nearby hot spring if you wish. This guided tour can be given in English.

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• Age 7～Age 75
• 3～4 hours
• 18:00

The night view of Sapporo is counted as one of the New Three Great Night Views of Japan. Wear snowshoes or snow spikes and go to the mountains at night for the perfect night view spot. Climbing the mountain at night with headlights on is an extraordinary feeling! It is a recommended course where you can see the night view while climbing. It is a plan that includes night view & snow hiking! Night hiking and snowshoeing are OK even for the first time. Professional guides certified by the Japan Mountain Guide Association will provide support and lectures.

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• Age 6～Age 70
• 2～3 hours /3～4 hours
• 12:45

A luxurious plan that includes homemade snacks, drinks, photo data, and video data. This is a canyoning tour that is not too strenuous and has been adapted for elementary school students, with the diving height kept low. In the event of bad weather, the tour will be changed to a rafting tour.

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• Age 12～Age 80
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

・The only tent sauna experience in the Hidaka area♪・After the sauna, dive into the cold river! ~Basic information~Capacity: 1-5 peopleCold bath: No (there is a river in summer)Open-air bath: YesLoyly: Yes (self-loyly)Water clothing: Must be wornHeat source: Wood stoveTemperature inside tent: 60-110 degrees＼Dive into the crystal clear Chiroro River! /Tent sauna experience (limited to one group per session)After the sauna, dive into the cold river♪In a space surrounded by nature with nothing around, you will feel a sense of freedom you have never experienced before while listening to the sound of the flowing river and the chirping of birds.Why not forget about your daily life and spend some luxurious time?

• Age 12～Age 70
• 3～4 hours
• 06:00 / 09:00

There is a forest representative of Sapporo, where the primitive forest of natural monument spreads in place about 15 minutes by car from central Sapporo.

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• Age 5～Age 76
• 3～4 hours
• 08:00

Departing and arriving from Sapporo Station! We will take you to two recommended bird watching spots in the winter forest around Chitose River. This tour is for bird watching beginners. There will be a lunch break along the way. We will start with how to use binoculars, and give a lecture on how to find birds and take good photos as we go around the field. The path is basically well-maintained, so even small children (from 5 years old) can participate. This tour is recommended for those who want to start bird watching and want to observe at different spots every once in a while. This guided tour can be given in English.

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• Age 6～Age 90
• 3～4 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

Niseko's representative outdoor activity is rafting, which involves descending the Shiribetsu River at the foot of Mt. Yotei in a rubber boat! It's an outdoor activity that everyone should try at least once. A new course is available for children from the first grade of elementary school only on May 3rd, 4th, and 5th! Let's enjoy rafting with the whole family! In spring, the amount of water increases as melting snow flows in, making rafting more exciting than in the summer! ■■ ... ■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■

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• Age 3～Age 70
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00

Pick-up included! Ice fishing experience for smelt and Jingisukan in Sapporo! Fish, eat and enjoy Hokkaido! A plan with pick-up and drop-off where you can enjoy ice fishing for smelt and Jingisukan in 30 minutes from Sapporo Station! There is only a little snow left, but it looks like you can still do ice fishing for smelt! The ice fishing experience on the day before or the day may be canceled or changed to pier fishing! All equipment is included! The staff will teach you how to fish! After enjoying fishing, you can enjoy Jingisukan while looking at the river! Depending on the weather, you can choose to have it in the Jingisukan hut or on the ice outdoors! The vegetables used for the Jingisukan are from the farm! In spring, you can eat asparagus, in summer, and other seasonal vegetables that are picked in the morning! Sapporo Classic draft beer and various drinks are also included! [Schedule] [8:50] Reception 3 minutes walk from Sapporo Station (in front of Lawson in Hokkaido Tsushin Building) https://goo.gl/maps/gzCBiNjdhTynoCCx7 [9:00] Shuttle bus departs [9:50] Arrive at the farm and move to the fishing spot [10:00] Start of ice smelt fishing experience (at the rental house) [12:30] Finish smelt fishing [12:40] Start of Genghis Khan (with smelt tempura tasting) [13:50] Leave the farm [14:30] End (in front of Lawson in Hokkaido Tsushin Building) [Fee] per person Weekends and holidays Adults 12,000 yen Children 8,500 yen Weekdays Adults 10,500 yen Children 7,000 yen * Parking is available for those coming by car.

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• Age 2～Age 75
• 1～2 hours
• 06:00

"Akaigawa, a village in the sea of clouds." Come and see the spectacular view of the caldera basin village covered in a sea of clouds! Have the view from the paragliding takeoff point all to yourself! We will guide you to our private view.

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• Age 0～Age 70
• 5～6 hours
• 08:00 / 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00

Speaking of autumn, autumn leaves come to mind! How about visiting Jozankei Onsen, a recommended spot where you can enjoy beautiful autumn leaves that is probably in the top three in Hokkaido? ^^Jozankei is a very popular area where you can enjoy both hot springs and beautiful autumn leaves. There are also stylish cafes, so it's fun to have a relaxing tea time on the way to and from the hot springs!!It's about an hour from Sapporo, so you can enjoy a whole day including sightseeing in the Sapporo area!!This plan is a 6-hour plan, so it is recommended for those who want to thoroughly tour the city of Jozankei and Sapporo from morning to evening. You can enjoy a wide range of things in one day, from sightseeing to gourmet food ☆It is a completely private guided tour, so you can adjust the destination according to your wishes! You can choose your favorite spots from the most popular tourist spots in Sapporo in consultation with the guide, so you can enjoy Hokkaido from summer to autumn to the fullest ☆Please feel free to let us know your requests, such as "I want to go here!" "I want to take my time here!" "I want to take you to a shop recommended by the locals!" [Examples of tourist spots you can choose from] Jozankei Onsen, Hoheikyo Onsen, Hoheikyo Dam, North Safari Sapporo, Futami Suspension Bridge, Koganeyu Onsen, Jozankei Nature Village, and more! Guided by a couple who moved from Honshu to Hokkaido after being fascinated by its nature and cuisine, the guided tour can take you to many hidden spots that are not listed in guidebooks. Of course, tours of the standard spots are also popular. Since it is a completely private guided tour, you can freely plan your trip, such as "I want to stop here," "I want to spend more time here," "Come pick me up here!" or "Drop me off here." Of course, you can also leave the plan to the guide. Make wonderful memories in Hokkaido, where it is very cool in the mornings and evenings even in summer. ^^ *You will be guided by a total of two people, one driver and one guide! The driver will be thorough about safety and security, and will drive at the speed limit with a plan that allows for plenty of time. ^^ *We will guide you in an 8-seater Delica D5! The vehicle can accommodate 4 to 6 people^^ The interior of the vehicle is always kept clean, so you can enjoy a great view from the window☆*If you have a physical disability or require assistance such as a wheelchair, the guide will be happy to assist you, so please feel free to contact us.

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