Ginnomori Corporation (Headquarters: Nakatsugawa City, Gifu Prefecture; President & CEO: Yoshisaku Watanabe) is pleased to announce that Ena Ginnomori (Ena City, Gifu Prefecture), its integrated facility centered on food and nature (hereinafter 'Ginnomori'), will host an anniversary event titled '15-sai Festival – Delicious and Joyful Moments Nurtured with the Forest' from Friday, July 24, 2026, the 15th anniversary of its opening, through Monday, August 31, 2026.
This press release details the '15 Special Programs' prepared to commemorate the 15th anniversary.
Throughout the event period, Ginnomori will offer a variety of programs under the theme 'Happy Forest Product – Your Purchase Helps Grow the Forest,' including limited-edition anniversary goods, special sales from new brand concepts, hands-on cookie tin crafting experiences, farmers' markets, and workshops in collaboration with local students and businesses.
We invite visitors to enjoy this special event, filled with 15 years of gratitude, and experience the journey of 'deliciousness' that Ginnomori has cultivated, as well as its future vision of growing together with the local community and the forest.
15-sai Festival – Delicious and Joyful Moments Nurtured with the Forest – Event Overview
Dates: July 24 (Fri), 2026 – August 31 (Mon), 2026
Special Events: August 1 (Sat) – August 2 (Sun), 2026 ■ Location: Ena Ginnomori (2711-2 Oi-cho, Ena City, Gifu Prefecture) ■ Rain or shine (subject to changes or cancellations due to weather)
Event Highlights
① Happy Forest Product ~Your Purchase Helps Grow the Forest~ Limited-Edition Goods
② History Board Exhibition
③ Original Cookie Tin Crafting Experience
④ Talk Show & Autograph Session with Keiko Shibata
⑤ 15-sai Festival Photo Spot
⑥ Ena Agricultural High School Market
⑦ 15-sai Festival Workshops (with local businesses & craft artists)
⑧ Grand Lottery Draw (Big Gachapon-style draw for shoppers)
⑨ Ena Agricultural High School Collaborative Flower Garden
⑩ Omatsu 15th Anniversary Market
⑪ 15-sai Festival SNS Campaign
⑫ Online Shop Joint Campaign
⑬ Mori no Asobiba - 15th Anniversary Version -
⑭ 15-sai Festival Memory Project
⑮ Limited Sales of Products from Patisserie GIN NO MORI Ludique [NEW]
Event Website: https://ginnomori.co.jp/event/detail/15th-anniversary/
※ Some events are held throughout the period, while others are time-limited.
Introduction to the 15 Special Programs
【1】 Happy Forest Product ~Your Purchase Helps Grow the Forest~ Limited-Edition Sales
Eight exclusive gourmet items and special sets will be sold across various brands to commemorate the 15th anniversary. A portion of the proceeds will support the forest conservation initiative 'Petit Bois no Mori,' allowing guests to contribute to future forest development through their purchases.
Ena Ginnomori 15th Anniversary Limited Afternoon Tea Set
The popular afternoon tea set at Ginnomori returns in a special 15th anniversary edition.
Customers who make reservations during the event period will receive a complimentary cookie from the confectionery brand 'Patisserie GIN NO MORI.' Enjoy a relaxing tea time with sweets inspired by the forest's bounty.
Price: ¥2,500 (tax included) per person (minimum 2 persons) ※ Reservations required at least 3 days before the visit date
[Reservation Required] Reserve here
Cannes Phrases Pie
[Patisserie GIN NO MORI] A seasonal pie made with generous amounts of strawberries, celebrating the forest's bounty.
15 Fruits Milk Crepe
[Carite Lemon] A hearty milk crepe made with 15 different fruits.
Limited Forest Ingredient Drinks
[Carite Lemon] Special drinks made with forest ingredients. Left: Acorn Tea Latte, Right: Itaya Maple Craft Cola
Yuzu Kohaku
[Mikurisha] A limited edition combining the popular summer chestnut confection 'Kohaku' with locally grown yuzu. ※ Sales start in August
15th Anniversary Okudo Set
[Okudo] A set featuring Hida nameko koro udon and Hida beef shigure-ni rice balls, priced at ¥1,500.
Strawberry (15) Cloud Shaved Ice
[Kenbi Ichifuku] A limited shaved ice featuring fluffy cotton candy on top of the popular strawberry shaved ice – perfect for photos.
【2】 History Board Exhibition
Exhibition Concept Image
A special exhibition reflecting on 15 years since Ginnomori's opening, featuring illustrations, photographs, and stories.
The exhibition showcases Ginnomori's journey, its philosophy of coexistence with the forest, and its dedication to craftsmanship. It expresses gratitude to supporters and shares hopes for the future.
Exhibition Period: Throughout the event (permanent) ■ Admission: Free ■ Location: Garden walking path
【3】 Original Cookie Tin Crafting Experience
A special 15-sai Festival workshop offered by Patisserie GIN NO MORI, a confectionery brand themed around the forest's bounty.
Guests can freely fill cookie tins with cookies made from forest ingredients like nuts and fruits, creating their own unique keepsake. Staff will explain the 'forest's bounty' used in the cookies, allowing participants to learn about the forest's charm and the brand's dedication to confectionery.
A perfect experience for families and adults alike, ideal for creating lasting memories.
Dates July 25 (Sat) – 26 (Sun), 2026 August 1 (Sat) – 2 (Sun), 8 (Sat) – 16 (Sun), 22 (Sat) – 23 (Sun), 2026
Sessions at 11:00 / 14:00 daily (approx. 40 minutes per session)
Fee ¥1,500 (tax included) per tin
Participation Advance reservation required
※ Reserve here ※ Event details available on the reservation site.
【4】 Talk Show & Autograph Session with Keiko Shibata
We welcome renowned picture book artist Keiko Shibata, who has designed product packaging and illustrations for Ginnomori since its opening, for a special talk show and autograph session.
This exclusive 15th anniversary event features insights into her collaboration with Ginnomori, behind-the-scenes stories of her creative process, and the emotions embedded in her illustrations.
※ This event is by prior lottery. Applications have closed. ※ Only selected participants may attend.
Date: August 1, 2026 (Sat)
【5】 15-sai Festival Photo Spot
Photo Spot Concept Illustration
A specially designed photo spot commemorating the 15th anniversary will be installed within the premises.
Perfect for family and group photos, and highly recommended for social media posts.
Period: Throughout the event (permanent) ■ Fee: Free
Location: Main entrance in front of the first parking lot
【6】 Ena Agricultural High School Market
Past Market Event Image
Fresh produce and processed goods cultivated with care by students from Ena Agricultural High School will be sold.
A popular program that highlights the richness of local cuisine and the students' dedication. Visitors can also interact directly with the young producers.
Dates: August 1 (Sat), 2 (Sun), 10 (Mon, Holiday), 2026, 10:00–15:00
Location: Inside Ena Ginnomori 'Ginnomori Sho
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