Hi everyone, this is Keta.
I believe that bicycles and coffee are essential elements for us. Drinking a warm cup of coffee before heading out for a long morning ride is a common scene at our shop. There’s always coffee in hand as we enjoy a cup to settle our nerves after a ride, or as we chat with friends while reflecting on the roads we’ve just traveled. It is not rare for bicycle parts makers, cycling apparel brands, or bike shops to have their own carefully blended beans for sale in their stores. For this event, we have asked a shop in the Mikawa region that roasts beans with true passion and dedication to provide drinks for the first night of RIDEALIVE.
Kissa Hiraya is located on the same premises as SUNDAY SPICE, which we introduced the other day. It is a coffee shop that specializes in its own house-roasted beans and is incredibly meticulous about how they drip their coffee.
The owner renovated an old one-story house himself, spending a year crafting it until he was completely satisfied, resulting in a space that is refined in every detail.
The owner, Mr. Oda, also grew up in Gamagori. He says that seeing the scenery upon returning home after a long time made him realize the greatness of the town he grew up in—something he had almost forgotten—and he decided, "I want to create the place I've always wanted in this town." He has many local friends, and they all helped him when he was building the shop.
For this event, they will be providing plenty of delicious draft beer and other alcoholic beverages. Of course, you can also enjoy their signature coffee, ground and dripped right on the spot. I highly recommend enjoying a cup of their coffee after you’ve had your fill of drinks.
Their participation this time came to be because they told us, "If you're doing something interesting in Mikawa, I definitely want to help." I was moved by his words, which were filled with a genuine desire to liven up the Mikawa local scene.
Personally, we are of the same generation. Seeing how energetic and passionate he is every time we meet makes me feel that I need to keep pushing myself, too.
He is very enthusiastic about ensuring everyone participating on the day has a great time, so please look forward to it. He might even liven things up with a DJ set in the evening.
We are being helped by people who are committed to every single detail. When we look around us, we see nothing but people full of talent. If this event can serve as a place where you can meet people with whom you can create the "future," then I think it will be the best event possible. I want every participant to become a genius of play. I believe the event has already begun. Please keep deepening your own curiosity for play.
Best,
Keta