{"ops":[{"insert":"In 2017, when Esashi Town was designated as Hokkaido's first Japanese Heritage Site, \"Kuki\" (*) was confirmed for the first time in 104 years, as if to celebrate this.\n(*A phenomenon in which herring flock to the coast in large numbers to spawn, and the sea becomes cloudy due to their ejaculation.)\nOn February 10th of this year, a ``swarm'' of fish was confirmed for the third consecutive year, and a bountiful catch is expected.\nIn Esashi Town, we are working to encourage people to enjoy dishes made with locally produced herring locally.\nPlease come to Esashi and enjoy the Japan Heritage town and its food.\n"}]}