Breaking News "Gunma Prefecture".
By AI of "Isesaki FM".
A ceremony was held at the World Heritage site Tomioka Silk Mill to commemorate the issuance of new banknotes.
At the ceremony, the mayor of Tomioka city, dressed in tuxedos to evoke the image of Shibusawa Eiichi, celebrated the issuance of the new banknotes.
A special exhibition on Shibusawa has been held at the Tomioka Silk Mill since the 3rd, and displays include panels introducing his achievements as a Meiji government official in the construction of the silk mill before it was commercialized, as well as photographs from that time.
This year marks the 10th anniversary of Tomioka Silk Mill's registration as a World Heritage site, but a major issue is the slump in visitor numbers. Tomioka city is promoting its connection with Shibusawa Eiichi in an effort to attract tourists.