Hello everyone! It’s Chan-Mai here.
We’ve decided to set up shop at an event that’s so fun, it’s irresistible for outdoor lovers!!
It’s called,
"URBAN NIGHT OWL 2025: Why Don't We Hang Out at the Temple?"
It’s an outdoor event for city-dwellers, based on the concept of "proposing the extraordinary through outdoor activities in the city."
The venue is Higashi Betsuin, right near Circles.
The "play" we’re proposing is, of course, cycling. We’ll have plenty of test-ride bikes available! From those dream bikes you’ve been eyeing to the personal bikes ridden by our very own Circles staff. Why not come take a spin around Higashi Betsuin?
We’ll also have a retail corner set up, so please enjoy some shopping while you’re at it!♪
URBAN NIGHT OWL 2025
“Why Don't We Hang Out at the Temple?”
Saturday, February 22, 2025: 15:00–21:00
Sunday, February 23, 2025: 10:00–16:00
Shinshu Otani-ha Nagoya Betsuin (Higashi Betsuin), 2-8-5 Tachibana, Naka-ku, Nagoya
Admission: 1000 yen (Click here for advance tickets)
I took a look at the other vendors, and there’s everything from handmade leather and wood goods to accessories made from recycled skateboards, bear bell workshops, and rings made from foreign coins... there are so many interesting vendors!! I have a feeling this is going to be incredibly fun.
You can also enjoy a bonfire at night. I hear there might even be a giant bonfire pit—a signature feature of Higashi Betsuin!?
To all of you who forget to slow down from your busy schedules and haven't had enough time to just stare blankly at a fire while sipping coffee—let’s gather around the fire together. If you’re working that day, definitely drop by after you finish up.
While it’s fresh news, we’ve also been selecting bonfire goods at Circles, so check those out if you're interested.
We’re also hosting a "Why Don't We Ride to the Temple?" ride!!
Starting from noon on the first day of the event, we’ll be hosting the Taisei & Daisaku-presented "Why Don't We Ride to the Temple?" event!
We’ll head out separately from Circles and Culture Club, meet up at Shiratori Park, and then take a roughly 20km ride around the Shonai River. We’re planning to arrive at the venue just as the event begins.
Please invite your friends and join us!
Date & Time: Saturday, February 22, 2025, meeting at 12:00
Meeting Point: Circles and Culture Club
What to bring: A bicycle, helmet, and a heart committed to following traffic rules
Participation Fee: Event admission (1000 yen)
Capacity: 20 people
Planned Route: Circles / Culture Club ▶︎▶︎ Shiratori Park ▶︎▶︎ Shonai River area ▶︎▶︎ Higashi Betsuin
We are so excited to be able to set up shop in a neighborhood that has always been so good to us! Visiting us after stopping by Circles or Culture Club is also very welcome! Come spend the weekend with us at Higashi Betsuin.