Welcome to a delicious and fun Nordic Christmas “Christmas at Metsä Village-Nordic Forest and Christmas Market-” Held in Hanno City, Saitama Prefecture

“Metsä Village Christmas” will be held from Saturday, November 2022, 11 at the “metsä Village”, one of the largest Nordic lifestyle experience facilities in Japan, against the background of Lake Miyazawa, which is surrounded by rich nature.

□ Christmas with five senses of Northern Europe
In Northern Europe, where winters are cold and dark for a long period of time, Christmas is an important event of the year.It is common to spend time slowly at home with family and close friends, and prepare for Christmas while enjoying spending time decorating the house.This winter, we have prepared events that can be enjoyed from Christmas preparations to the day at metsä Village.We will hold a food garden where you can enjoy Christmas menus that are popular in Northern Europe and a market with Christmas goods.With a fir tree Christmas tree of about 3m and the soft lights that envelop the entire metsä village and the coldness of winter, you can experience the atmosphere of being in Scandinavia, both physically and mentally.Special events are also planned for the weekend.Event details will be released on the metsä official website.

"Christmas 2022 in metsä Village"
Holding period: Saturday, July 11-Sunday, August 19
Details URL:https://metsa-hanno.com/event/23324/?metsa

□Christmas Food Garden
An outdoor food court with authentic Finnish Christmas food and drinks will open for a limited time only.

■ Riisipuuro (rice porridge with milk)
Finnish Christmas dish "Risipuro".Sweet milk rice porridge with rice simmered in milk and cinnamon to make wishes for happiness in the coming year.People who have almonds in it are said to have very good things in the coming year.Who will it be this year?
Selling price: 500 yen (tax included)

■ Glögi (Christmas drink)
A Scandinavian Christmas drink based on red wine with spices such as fruits, cardamom, and cinnamon.We also have non-alcoholic drinks made with apple juice.Even in the cold winter, drinking “Gurogi” will warm you up.
Selling price:
Grogi (alcohol) 550 yen (tax included)
Grogi (non-alcoholic) ¥450 (tax included)

■ Kyrö Gin Tonic
Gin and tonic using Finnish gin "Kurojin" made with cranberries.It is a premium gin that was selected as the best in the world in the gin and tonic category of the International Wine & Spirits Competition 2015.
Selling price: 600 yen (tax included)

■ Lohikeitto (lohikeitto / salmon soup)
A staple of Scandinavian home cooking, "Rohi (Salmon) Kate (Soup)" is a cream soup containing salmon and vegetables.Accented with dill for a full-fledged taste.
Selling price: 550 yen (tax included)

■ Snow globe hot cocoa
Hot cocoa with a cute Christmas snow globe motif.Dissolve gelatin dome in cocoa and enjoy.
Selling price: 600 yen (tax included)

■ Hot rum lemonade
Hot lemonade with rum for adults to enjoy.Non-alcoholic lemonade is also available in hot and ice.
Selling price:
Hot rum lemonade (alcohol) 550 yen (tax included)
Lemonade (hot/ice) ¥450 (tax included)

■ Food & drink set
2 servings of raclette cheese plate + 1 glass of lemonade
Scrape the surface of the charred and melted cheese with a knife and serve hot over meat and vegetables.The performance where plenty of raclette cheese is poured in front of you is a must-see movie!
Sales price: 1,550 yen (tax included) (+50 yen to change to hot rum lemonade)

■ Snowman Marshmallow
A marshmallow shaped like a cute snowman.
Selling price: 300 yen (tax included)

■ Beef stew
Beef stew with chunky beef and vegetables.
Selling price: 500 yen (tax included)

Date
日時：11月5日（土）～12月25日(日) 12:00～16:00 / 17:30～19:00
Location: metsä village Utepils
* Regular holiday: November 11th (Wednesday), November 9th (Wednesday)

□Metsä Village Christmas Scandinavian Forest and Christmas Market
It is a market where you can find Christmas products such as Christmas cards and wreaths directly imported from Northern Europe, ornaments to decorate the Christmas tree, and the popular fairy "Nordicanisse" who carries happiness every year.From the preparation period to the day of the event, we have a variety of goods that you can enjoy during the Scandinavian Christmas period.

■ Fairy Nisse who brings happiness
"Nordic Nisse" is a brand of wooden dolls with the motif of the Danish fairy Nisse.Nisse, which is popular every year, will open the corner of Nordika nisse official shop at Nordic forest metsä again this year.This year's new Harmony Series Nisse uses a choir as its motif.Let's resonate, overlap, and create the future together. “Harmony” means “harmony” or “harmony”.From one town to another while playing the harmony that connects the world together... Let's have a gentle and fun time with Nisse.
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■ Fazer
Fazer, a long-established confectionery maker representing Finland, can purchase most of the products sold in Japan at metsä village in Hanno city since the opening of metsä village in Japan. 2022 marks the 100th anniversary of Fazel's flagship chocolate, named after its founder, Karl Fatzel. From November 11th (Sat), we will present a special postcard to those who purchase Fazer products for 12 yen (excluding tax) or more.

■Jette Frolich Design
One of Denmark's leading designers.He has worked for many years as a Christmas designer for Holmgard, a glass brand favored by the royal family, and for Christmas decorations at Ilms Volfoss (famous department store) in the center of Copenhagen, the capital of Denmark.In addition, there is a Jette Frolich Design shop in Tivoli Gardens in Copenhagen, and her works such as candle holders and ornaments are like reading a fairy tale. , and Nordic living is alive.

■ Én Gry & Sif
Én Gry & Sif is a felt product brand established in 2002 by Danish sisters Gry and Sif who were fascinated by the nature, culture and people of Nepal. Én means "one" and "one and only" in Danish.Introducing items to enjoy winter, such as felt wreaths and ornaments.

■TOIVO
"Mokomoko Socks" are "made in FINLAND" socks made in a relaxing environment surrounded by forests and lakes. TOIVO is a Finnish word meaning "hope".As the name suggests, the inside of the socks are all brushed "fluffy", and because they absorb and dissipate sweat moderately, they do not get stuffy, and they have excellent heat retention, so they keep your feet warm and comfortable.

Date
Date: October 10th (Sat) - December 29th (Sun) 12:25-10:00
Venue: metsä Village "metsä Hall"