Tomamae Mirai Connect's key visual, with the slogan "Let's be together with Tomamae, even from outside the town." Aruyawmu Inc. (Headquarters: Sapporo, Hokkaido; Representative Director: Hiroaki Hatanaka) will launch "Tomamae Mirai Connect," a digital community where people inside and outside the town can easily engage with the future of Tomamae Town, starting at the end of June 2026, in collaboration with Tomamae Town, Hokkaido. "Tomamae Mirai Connect" is an online community that anyone can join for free via Discord, including those originally from Tomamae Town, those living outside the town, those interested in moving or having a second home, those interested in rural life and job creation, and those who wish to support Tomamae Town. Tomamae Town, facing the Sea of Japan and blessed with the bounty of its mountains and sea, is seeing new initiatives emerge in areas such as primary industries, renewable energy, relocation, and job creation, all of which connect to the town's future. This community aims to connect the town and the outside world on an equal footing, not only by delivering information but also by creating an entry point for engaging with the region at a comfortable distance through dialogue and idea sharing. A Co-creation Community for Tomamae Town, Accessible from "Just Being a Little Curious" Amidst declining populations and a shortage of workers in local governments across Japan, fostering "related population" – individuals who continuously engage with the region – has become crucial, in addition to permanent residents. For Tomamae Town, a major theme is how to cultivate connections with people outside the town, including those who have moved away, those who have learned about the town through hometown tax donations or tourism, and those interested in relocating or working in rural areas. However, for many, direct involvement such as suddenly moving, participating in meetings, or deeply engaging in projects presents a high barrier. Therefore, "Toma