With its spacious floor plan and flexible layout design that can be changed according to its purpose, Kawamachi Exchange Center is a highly versatile space that can accommodate a variety of uses. It can be used to create a lively atmosphere as an event space to enjoy local flavors, or to host a variety of food-centered events such as tasting sessions and food fairs where producers and chefs can meet. Furthermore, it can be used for workshops and social gatherings, or even as a lunch space for tour groups, changing its character depending on the scene. The spacious design and comprehensive facilities make it easy to turn ideas like "Wouldn't it be great if we could do this?" into reality—that is the greatest appeal of this facility.

The kitchen is designed to be easy for chefs and restaurant owners to use, and is equipped with ample workspace and a lift for transporting food to the second floor, making it easy to imagine actual operating scenarios. It can accommodate regular restaurant operations, so it can also be used for event booths, pop-up shops, and seasonal food spaces.

The riverbank in front of the Kawamachi Exchange Center is a beautifully maintained public space known as "Kawamachi Green Space Plaza" and "Kawamachi Exchange Plaza," easily accessible to everyone. It can also be used as a venue for markets, local events, and other activities. Please contact the center for details regarding event use, as a prescribed usage fee will apply.

(1) Application for use

[When using the facilities at the community center]

Please submit your application form between two months before your desired start date and the start date itself.

[When using only the equipment]

Please submit your application form at least three days before you intend to use the facility.

(Equipment: refrigerator, freezer, etc.)

(2) Usage fees

The usage fees are as follows:

Large hall: 700 yen/hour

Window seats on the first floor: 500 yen/hour

Kitchen: 700 yen/hour

2nd floor hall: 700 yen/hour

Air conditioning/heating: 200 yen/hour

*If using only the appliances (refrigerator/freezer): 100 yen per unit per hour

(3) Usage permission

After reviewing your application, the Nobeoka Tourism Association will issue a usage permit.

(4) Start of use

After permission is granted, you can use the service after completing the required procedures.