BOATRACE Kojima Regional Revitalization Coupons ~ I Tried Delicious Local Food Using the Coupons, Available Through 2023!

A photo with Abe at Kojima DE Asobo.

At Boat Race Kojima, the “BOATRACE Kojima Regional Revitalization Coupon” program is running from July 5 to December 31, 2023.

A representative facility in Kojima, Boat Race Kojima draws visitors to watch races and enjoy hidden culinary gems.

However, I had never been there before, and it had always felt unfamiliar to me.

Apparently, the BOATRACE Kojima Regional Revitalization Coupon lets you enjoy Kojima-area cuisine at a discount.

The coupons distributed through September are valid until December 31, 2023.

I realized I had to use mine before it expired, so I decided to give it a try.

The information presented was current when this article was published in December 2023. Please note that it may differ from current information.

What is the BOATRACE Kojima Regional Revitalization Coupon?

Participating stores in the BOATRACE Kojima Regional Revitalization Coupon program display a sign like this
Participating stores in the BOATRACE Kojima Regional Revitalization Coupon program display a sign like this

The BOATRACE Kojima Regional Revitalization Coupon was issued with the following aims:

  • Support local industries in areas around boat race venues
  • Promote cooperation between boat race venues and their communities
  • Encourage spending by residents in surrounding areas, including boat race fans
  • Revitalize boat race venues

The BOATRACE Kojima Regional Revitalization Coupon can be used at 51 restaurants in and around the Kojima area, offering discounts of 500 or 1,000 yen on meals.

The BOATRACE Kojima Regional Revitalization Coupon obtained by the author is valid until December 31, 2023.

I tried using it

Photo courtesy of Cafe vege
Photo courtesy of Cafe vege

The menu shown was available as of July 2023.

I decided to try using the BOATRACE Kojima Regional Revitalization Coupon.

I headed to Cafe vege in Shimonomachi, Kojima.

I ordered the afternoon tea.

Cafe vege — a Kojima cafe serving guilt-free dishes and sweets focused on beauty and health

Enjoy sweets the healthy way with the “Afternoon Tea Set”

This is the “Afternoon Tea Set,” available from July to September 2023.

Afternoon Tea Set

First, I tried the chocolate cake.

With one bite, its moist texture and chocolate sweetness come through, making it something you’ll want to eat again and again.

In fact, this chocolate cake contains an “unexpected ingredient” that other chocolate cakes don’t.

It’s tofu! That’s a distinctive touch from Cafe vege, which focuses on healthy eating.

There’s just enough tofu to avoid overpowering the chocolate cake’s flavor, so even people who don’t like the taste of tofu can enjoy it without noticing.

Next, I tried the egg sandwich.

The fluffy bread, mellow egg flavor, and crisp lettuce come together to make it delicious.

This egg sandwich is also made with locally sourced eggs.

I enjoyed eating each dish, wondering what special touches went into it.

Discover delicious Kojima cuisine thanks to the coupon

A photo with Abe Asuka (left), who appears on Hanamaru Park: Let's Play at Kojima Boat
A photo with Abe Asuka (left), who appears on Hanamaru Park: Let's Play at Kojima Boat

Are there any shops you’re curious about but haven’t quite taken the first step to visit?

I had actually been wanting to try Cafe vege for a long time.

The BOATRACE Kojima Regional Revitalization Coupon gave me the chance to visit Cafe vege. I found myself thinking, “I want to come back” and “Next time, I want to try other dishes,” and discovered a new favorite restaurant.

My visit to Cafe vege was also featured on KCT’s “Hanamaru Park: Let's Play at Kojima Boat.”

I joined Abe Asuka from “Hanamaru Park: Let's Play at Kojima Boat” for a reporter showdown, where we shared what makes Cafe vege special.

The coupons are valid until December 31, 2023.

If you have one but haven’t used it yet, why not take this opportunity to visit a shop you’ve been curious about?

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Miyamoto Ayuha
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