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Video article 3:26
Kagoshima: Sakurajima, Satsuma Kiriko Cut Glass, and of Course, Food! Join Us on a Journey to Discover the Charms of This Beautiful City!
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Japan’s Sightseeing Destination, Kagoshima “What does Kagoshima even have?” For those searching for sightseeing spots in Kyushu’s Kagoshima Prefecture, Kagoshima City (九州鹿児島県鹿児島市, Kyushu Kagoshima-ken Kagoshima-shi), this video is definitely for you. 「Kagoshima City, Japan in 8K-鹿児島市」is a video created by the "Kagoshima Convention" to promote the beautiful sightseeing spots of Kagoshima. By watching this video, you'll learn how to enjoy the beautiful scenery and history of Kagoshima City. Let’s take a look at Kagoshima’s various sightseeing spots and plan a fun and fulfilling trip! In this article, places to enjoy Kagoshima’s scenery and culture will be introduced. In the 3-and-a-half-minute video, Kagoshima’s sightseeing locations, food, and nature are introduced. It's really something else. Scenic Areas in Japan’s Popular Sightseeing Destination- Kagoshima ©Kagoshima Modifying In Japan’s popular sightseeing destination Kagoshima, there are numerous Insta-worthy places where you can enjoy the beautiful scenery. One place we recommend is the Senganen Garden (仙厳園, Sengan-en), one of the Daimyo gardens (大名庭園, Daimyo tei-en) unique to Japan. At Senganen Garden, you can view the exquisite garden scenery as well as the majestic Sakurajima, It's a great way to experience Japan's harmony with nature. Among the many places in the video, this is the first to be introduced. You can view Senganen Garden at 0:04 in the video. The Shoko Shuseikan Museum (尚古集成館, Shoko-shuseikan), with exhibitions about the Shimazu clan (島津家, Shimazu-ke), as well as a factory where you can view the manufacturing process of Satsuma Kiriko cut glass, are also nearby. This area is a must-visit for fans of Japanese history and traditional culture. There's also the Kagoshima City Tram that runs through the city and the scenic townscape, the views from the Shiroyama Park Observation Deck (城山展望台, Shiroyama tenboudai) the Sakurajima ferry (桜島フェリー, Sakurajima feri), the Kagoshima Kinko Bay Summer Night Fireworks Display (かごしま錦江湾サマーナイト大花火大会, Kagoshima Kinko-wan sama-naito dai-hanabi-taikai), and more - Kagoshima is full of beautiful sights to enjoy. These spots are all shown in the video, so do keep a lookout for them! Kagoshima is rich in nature. Firstly, as shown at 0:31 in the video, you can experience kayaking while enjoying a view of Sakurajima. In addition, as seen from 1:16, there is also the “Natural Foot Bath Digging,” a unique experience where you can dig a hole on the beach and enjoy your very own foot bath. Please enjoy the nature of Kagoshima City. Places to Experience Japanese History and Culture in Kagoshima Photo:Tsurumine Shrine There are famous places to experience Japanese history and culture in Kagoshima. One such place is the Tsurugane Shrine (鶴嶺神社, Tsurumine-jinja), where the head of the Shimazu clan is enshrined. The solemn atmosphere of the shrine will have a sobering effect on you. It is also said that a visit to Tsurumine Shrine will make you beautiful both physically and mentally, thus making the shrine a popular destination with female visitors. The Former Shuseikan Machinery Factory (旧集成館機械工場, Kyu shuseikan kikai kojo), where the fixing of steam locomotives and the arrangement of machinery parts was carried out, is another place we recommend for learning about Japan’s culture and history. This is introduced at 0:13 in the video. Food in Kagoshima! One more drawing point of Japan’s popular sightseeing area, Kagoshima, is the mouthwatering food! If you visit Kagoshima, one delicacy you can’t afford to miss is the Kagoshima Kurobuta pork (かごしま黒豚, Kagoshima kurobuta). Kagoshima Kurobuta pork is special for its melt-in-your-mouth texture, with high-quality marbled fat and no unpleasant odor at all. If you have a taste of this pork from pigs raised in the natural landscape of Kagoshima, you can't possibly have a bad trip. It's that good. If you do anything in Kagoshima at least try the pork! For those who enjoy shochu (焼酎 shochu), consider paying a visit to the shochu brewery. There are also popular shochu bars in Kagoshima, so for those interested, do make sure to pay them a visit. Beyond that, Kagoshima Kuroushi beef (鹿児島黒牛, Kagoshima kuroushi), Kagoshima ramen (鹿児島ラーメン, Kagoshima ramen), Sakurajima radish (桜島大根 Sakurajima daikon), and udon are all foods which you should definitely try out in Kagoshima. This information is introduced from 2:08 in the video. You are sure to find at least one dish to suit your tastes! Summary of Kagoshima Photo:Kagoshima Sea The video referenced in this article, 「Kagoshima City, Japan in 8K-鹿児島市」, created by the "Kagoshima Convention," comprises numerous scenes showing the various attractions of Kagoshima. The beauty of Kagoshima is too much to explain in just one article, so please take the time to watch it if you still haven't yet! Where do you plan on visiting? Kagoshima City, is not only full of beautiful sights, but also teeming with Japanese culture. Do enjoy both the sightseeing spots and food, and have an amazing trip! 【Official Website】Kagoshima Prefecture, Kagoshima City Municipal Hall Homepage https://www.city.kagoshima.lg.jp/gaikokugo/english/index.html -
Video article 13:20
Lots to See at "Nouryomatsuri"! Summer Festivals Are a Must for Sightseeing in Tokyo! The Past and Present of Tokyo's Summer Festivals Will Help You Beat the Heat!
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Introducing "Nouryomatsuri" (Summer Festivals) in Tokyo This video, titled "[4K]Tokyo summer, Bon odori, Tokyo Trip, Tokyo Travel, Tokyo tourism" ([4K]Tokyo summer 夏の東京•納涼祭(夏祭り) 東京観光 盆踊り Bon odori Tokyo Trip Tokyo Travel Tokyo tourism) is a video about "Nouryoumatsuri" (Tokyo summer festival), produced by Discover Nippon. Japan is colored by the nature of the four seasons. Tokyo is the capital and has many popular sightseeing spots where the past and present intersect. In Japan, there is a tradition of enjoying the coolness of the summer months by making various efforts to avoid the hot weather. The gentle, cool sound of wind chimes and the sprinkling of water along roads and in gardens to relieve the heat have become an ancient Japanese tradition. This is one of those summer festivals that have been passed down throughout Tokyo, and we present it to you with high quality 4K video clips. There are many photogenic and Instagram-worthy spots, such as yukata-clad, colorful and spectacular fireworks displays, goldfish swimming gracefully at food stands, and rows of wind chimes. Nowadays, many foreign tourists come to Japan for these summer festivals, and this article and video will give you information about Japan's most popular summer festivals across the globe. Introduction of Tokyo's Summer Festival "Jindaiji Hozuki Matsuri" Photo:Hozuki We'll start with "Jindaiji hozuki matsuri," introduced at 0:42 in the video. This festival is held at a Jindaiji Temple in Chofu City, Tokyo, where spirits are welcomed with lantern-like "hozuki" decorations. There are stalls such with wind chimes, ground cherries, ramune, dumplings and shaved ice on the approach to the temple, and you can see people wearing Yukata, enjoying themselves at the festival. The sound of the water flowing in the Chozusha provides a cooling effect in the hot Tokyo summer. Introduction to Tokyo's Summer Festival "Asagaya Tanabata Matsuri" Source :YouTube screenshot The next introduction is the "Asagaya Tanabata Matsuri" which can be seen at 1:25 in the video. Colorful Tanabata decorations line the shopping street in front of Asagaya Station. The highlight of the Asagaya Tanabata Festival are the Tanabata decoration of deformed anime characters made with "Haribote" (paper mache)." You can also see characters such as Anpanman in the video from 1:51. Introduction to Tokyo's Summer Festival "Asakusa Hozuki-Ichi" Source :YouTube screenshot Next up is "Asakusa Hozuki-Ichi." This festival is held on July 9th and 10th on Asakusa Nakamise Street, and can be seen from 2:04 in the video. The solanaceae perennial "Hozuki" is written in Kanji as 鬼灯 (devil's lamp). Japan's "oni" (demons) are a scary image, but before Buddhism became popular among the common people, it was believed that human souls would leave their bodies and become oni. In other words, oni were a subject of worship as well as fear. It is said that when the idea of Shinto and Buddhist practices were established, hozuki, whose shape resembled a lantern, were used as a guidepost to guide the souls of ancestors who had turned into souls/oni. Based on the Buddhist belief that the spirits of the dead become Buddhas, Hozuki-ichi was established as a summer evening festival at Sensoji Temple. Many people wear yukata and enjoy shooting games and goldfish scooping, as well as yakisoba and takoyaki, staples of the festival. This "Hozuki-Ichi" has another special meaning as well. It is also known as the "46,000 days" If you visit Sensoji Temple on this day, you will be recognized by the Goddess Kannon for having accumulated 46,000 days of virtue. It's great to be able to gain virture while having fun. Introduction to Tokyo's Summer Festival "Edogawa-Ku Goldfish Matsuri" Next we have the “Edogawa-ku Goldfish Matsuri” which can be seen from 3:05 in the video. At the Goldfish Festival held in July every year in Edogawa-ku, Tokyo, where goldfish farming has been popular since the Meiji period (1868-1912), there's goldfish as far as the eye can see! Various types of goldfish will be on display and for sale, as well as a variety of breeding products, and there's also the very popular luxury goldfish scooping event. Introduction to Tokyo's Summer Festival "Yukatadeginbura" Photo:A couple wearing Yukata The next introduction is “Yukatadeginbura.” It can be seen from 3:51 in the video. Put on a yukata and enjoy "Dai-Ginza Bon-Odori," and "Uchimizu" to help you cool down! Introduction to Tokyo's Summer Festival "Tsukishima / Sumiyoshi Shrine Kagematsuri" The next introduction is “Tsukishima / Sumiyoshi Shrine Kagematsuri” that can be seen from 4:27 of the video. The festival is held for two days on August 6 and 7 every year, and is held once every three years. A boat ride on the Mikoshi (portable shrine) is performed as well. In the video, you can see the parishioners carrying the mikoshi and pouring water over themselves to keep cool. Introduction to Tokyo's Bon Odori "Sugamo Bon Odori Tournament" and "Zojoji / Jizo-son housan Bon Odori Tournament. You can see Bon Odori from 7:06 in the video. Various summer festivals are held in various parts of Japan, and among them, Bon Odori is a very festive summer festival. In recent years, Bon Odori has attracted attention from overseas as a very unique event. Lively music and drums, as well as stalls and yukata, are the standard features of Bon Odori. People dressed in yukata and jinbei form a circle around a Yagura (tower) and dance happily with fans. This is an important part of the festival as you can enjoy the company of your ancestors that have returned to Obon. (It is a time when Buddhists remember people in their family who have died). "Tokyo Ondo" is the most popular Bon dance in Tokyo, but the choreography differs by region. It would be fun to learn how to dance all the Tokyo Ondos in the 23 wards and become a Tokyo Ondo Master. In addition to the Tokyo Ondo, Tokyo's Bon Dancing is also known for its unique theme songs. Songs from “Ikyyu San” based on the monk (Rinzai sect, Ikkyu Sojun) of the Muromachi period (1336 to 1573 AD), as well as world-renowned songs like Living on a Prayer by rock musician Bon Jovi, are used to create a unique experience. Bon Jovi even mentioned it on his twitter page and it was a hot topic for a minute. One of the characteristics of Bon Odori is that it is highly diverse, not bound by tradition. Introduction of Tokyo's Fireworks Displays: "Sumidagawa Fireworks Display" and "Itabashi Fireworks Display" Photo:Fireworks The Sumida River in Tokyo Bay and the Jingu Shrine, which are crowded with people in yukata every year, are also popular places to visit in Tokyo. This can be seen at 9:35 in the video. Did you know that these fireworks have a spiritual meaning as well? The loud noise of fireworks is a deliberate design, and summer was a time when infections and food poisoning were more likely to occur In the Edo period (1603-1867), when medicine was not as advanced as it is today. The loud sound of fireworks was used to exorcise evil and bring good health. It is said that prayers were made at the beginning of the fireworks display. It is said that the origin of the ceremony comes from the practice of beating drums when paying a visit to a shrine, and the beating of drums at festivals and Bon Odori. Fireworks festivals are held all over the country, and many people enjoy the colorful fireworks in the summer's night sky. Introduction of Tokyo's Summer Festival "Mitama Matsuri" “Mitama Matsuri,” introduced at 12:04 in the video, is a festival held at Yasukuni Shrine in Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, to memorialize the souls of those lost in the war. It began in 1947. More than 30,000 large and small lanterns and Bonbori (paper lanterns) decorate the grounds of the temple, and the whole area is colored gold. Introduction to Tokyo's Summer Festival "Nogawa Lantern Sinking" Introduced at the end of this video is the "Nogawa Lantern Sinking." You can see it from 12:22. The Nogawa Lantern Sinking is a festival held in Choufu City, Tokyo, but the Japanese event "Toronagashi" (Lantern floating), in which lanterns made of Japanese paper are floated into the river and the sea to mourn the souls of the deceased, is held not only in Tokyo, but also in other parts of Japan. Like “Nouryo Matsuri,” this one, too, is one of Japan's summer traditions. Summary of the Nouryo Matsuri and Summer festival in Tokyo As summer approaches, posters and illustrations of summer festivals are posted on the bulletin boards of shopping streets and stations, people are seen in yukata, and when you hear the sounds of the music and the shouts of the portable shrines and floats from the streets, you know that summer has finally arrived. Many festivals were introduced in this video, but don't forget to check online articles and magazines for the schedules of events, including times and locations, as Tokyo hosts many more popular summer festivals! Some of the other popular summer festivals and events in Tokyo are listed below. ・ Asakusa Sanja Festival: Sensoji Temple, Taito-ku ・ Azabu Juban Festival: Azabu Juban, Minato-ku ・ Awa Odori: Koenji , Suginami-ku ・ Shinjuku Eisa Festival: Shinjuku Shinju-ku ・ Asakusa Samba Carnival: Asakusa International Street, Taito-ku ・ Iriya Sagao Matsuri: Iriya, Taito-ku Enjoy the summer atmosphere of Tokyo in this high quality 4K video of Tokyo's Summer Festivals. Tokyo, a popular tourist spot where past and present intersect, has a ton of traditional festivals that have been passed down since the good old days of Japan! -
Video article 5:31
Create Your Summer Memories in the Great Outdoors. Activities at Hokkaido Rusutsu Resort in Hokkaido's Abuta District Make for an Enjoyable Trip for the Whole Family!
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Hokkaido Rusutsu Resort Looking to explore Japan's vast wilderness? Experiencing various activities in nature, surrounded by rivers and mountains, enjoying a relaxing vacation... doesn’t that sound nice? If so, we highly recommend that you visit one of the largest mountain resorts in Hokkaido – Rusutsu Resort. This article introduces attractions at Rusutsu Resort, one of the best travel destinations in Japan, in both text and video form. Find your favorite thing to do among the various activities that Rusutsu Resort has to offer, About Hokkaido Rusutsu Resort Photo:Snowboarding Rusutsu Resort is a travel destination in Japan located in Rusutsu Village, Hokkaido. Surrounded by rich nature, the resort is visited by many tourists every year. With a variety of facilities, such as an amusement park, ski resort, golf course, and tennis court, the resort makes for an enjoyable location for the whole family to enjoy. Playing sports while experiencing the scenic beauty of Hokkaido is sure to be an unforgettable experience. Experience satisfying activities and a beautiful view that you can only find at Rusutsu Resort. Activities at Hokkaido's Rusutsu Resort! Source :YouTube screenshot Tourists can experience various kind of activities while enjoying the landscape of Hokkaido's Rusutsu Resort during the warm summer months. In the midst of the Shiribetsu River's magnificent nature, you can enjoy rafting, family river rafting, kayaking, fly-fishing and other river activities. Horseback riding, hot air balloon flights, orienteering, Mt. Yotei (羊蹄山, Yotei-zan), Panorama Terrace and the mountain bike tour are some of the most popular activities to enjoy in the great outdoors at Rusutsu. The footage of hot air balloon flights and horseback riding starts from 2:30 in the video. Experience summer the way its meant to be enjoyed, with a trip the whole family can enjoy. The best indoor activities are bouldering and handicraft workshops. As the resort has extensive restaurants and hotels, your trip there will be a lifelong memory. Rusutsu Resort's Number 1 Activity- Rafting Photo:Rafting Among the many activities that visitors can enjoy during the summer, rafting is definitely among the best. You can see footage of this at 0:08 in the video. Participants take a raft down about seven kilometers in Shiribetsu River surrounded by the beautiful nature in the foothills of Mt. Yotei. Feel the thrill as you overcome the rivers rougher areas! Working together as a family to overcome the powerful current is an exhilarating experience. It's something that's sure to make a life long memory. The scenery of the course changes with the seasons, which is why rafting is one of the most popular outdoor sports in Hokkaido. Just watching the video you can tell how much fun they're having. Summary of Rusutsu Resort It may seem like we introduced a lot of thigns to do at Rusutsu resort, but there's still more than we could get to in this article. The video shows a lot of the activities mentioned here, so we recommend checking it out if your interested! Rusutsu Resort is surrounded by the vast nature of Japan. As shown in the video, the resort has extensive facilities that both children and adults can enjoy. It's definitely a must-see tourist destination to throw on your bucket list. ◆Rusutsu Resort◆ 【Address】13, Izumikawa, Rusutsu-mura, Abuta-gun, Hokkaido 048-1711 【Public transportation】About two hours from Sapporo Station by bus/About two hours from New Chitose Airport by bus 【Fee】Depends on the facility. Please check information on the official website. 【Hours】Depends on the facility. Please check information on the official website. 【Closures】Depends on the facility. Please check information on the official website. 【Parking】Available 【Phone number】 (+81) 136-46-3331 【Official Website】Rusutsu Resort Hotel & Convention - Rusutsu - Japan https://www.hokkaido-rusutsu.com/en-gb 【Tripadvisor】Rusutsu Resort https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g1114488-d3536784-Reviews-Rusutsu_Resort-Rusutsu_mura_Abuta_gun_Hokkaido.html -
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Hyogo Prefecture Is a Fascinating Tourist Destination With Plenty of Delicious Food, Beautiful Scenery, Rich History, and Natural Landscapes!
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人気観光スポット兵庫県紹介動画について こちらの動画は「Hyogo Tourism」が公開した「HYOGO Landscape」です。 兵庫県は関空から約80分(神戸・三宮駅まで)、新幹線の駅もある便利な観光地です。 兵庫県の観光といえば神戸が有名ですが、他の地域も風景、自然、歴史が豊かで観光名所やグルメもたくさん! 日本のいいものが丸ごと詰まった、どの季節でも楽しめる兵庫県の観光名所をご紹介します。 兵庫県の人気観光スポット「神戸・阪神」 兵庫県の中心地。神戸は明治時代に外国人居留区になり、外国人と共存する文化が根付いています。 ぜひ本場の神戸ビーフや灘五郷(神戸~西宮)の搾りたて原酒など、グルメを楽しんで頂きたい場所です。 神戸は日本一紅茶の消費量が多く、多くのカフェがあります。 旧居留地のハイソなカフェから元町の隠れ家カフェまでバラエティ豊かなカフェ文化をお楽しみ下さい。 北野坂は洋館が有名ですがモスクや教会もぜひ。 有馬温泉は鉄分を含む「金泉」と透明な「銀泉」が楽しめる癒しスポット。 六甲山から望む夜景、西宮浜と芦屋浜ヨットハーバーなど風景を楽しめる場所も。 北野坂には各国料理、スイーツなどグルメも多数あります。スイーツ店の午後は混むので時間帯にご注意を! 兵庫県の人気観光スポット「播磨」 日本の歴史的観光スポットと言えば京都が有名ですが、兵庫県播磨地区は歴史上重要な施設がたくさんあります。 播磨は広いので列車やバスを乗り継ぐ旅になりますが、比較的観光客も少なく存分に「日本」の風景が味わえます。 昭和レトロな町並みも必見!リアルな日本の地方都市を観光できます。 兵庫県の人気観光スポット「姫路城」 第二次世界大戦の戦火を逃れた貴重な日本城。 国宝・世界遺産。漆喰の白が特徴で「白鷺城」と呼ばれています。 周辺の城下町の風景も必見! 兵庫県の人気観光スポット「但馬」 兵庫県北部で日本海に面し、雪が多い地域です。 海に山に大自然が溢れ、自然体験ツアーが豊富。 日本の自然を観光したい方にお勧めの地域です。 夏はシーカヤック、冬はスキーなどが満喫でき、雄大な風景に癒されます。 豊岡市では特別天然記念物コウノトリの屋外繁殖に成功し、繁殖期になるとコウノトリ専用の人工塔で子育てする風景が楽しめます。 城之崎温泉は但馬を代表する癒しスポット。 豊岡かばん、柳細工など一世を風靡した工芸品も多数あります。 風景を楽しむならぜひ山陰海岸ジオパークや氷ノ山へ。 グルメが豊富で松葉かに、出石そば、赤花そば、床瀬そば、但馬牛などが楽しめます。 但馬牛の最高級品が神戸牛で、但馬牛は比較的リーズナブル価格です。 兵庫県の人気観光スポット「丹波」 兵庫県と京都府をまたぐ山間部で、農産物で有名です。 丹波は「土」と縁が深い地域です。 立杭には陶器の丹波焼の窯が多数並び、恐竜の骨が発掘された丹波竜の里公園は男の子も楽しめます。 農作物はどれも瑞々しく、お土産にもお勧めです。 篠山は古民家が点在し、巡るだけでも楽しい場所です。 丹波はアクセスが便利な地域なのに日本の里山の風景を体感できる隠れた名所です。 でかんしょ踊り、黒井城跡、篠山城跡、紅葉寺で有名な石上寺など歴史を触れる旅がお薦めです。 陶器好きな方はぜひ立杭陶の郷で名品を探してみましょう。 丹波の黒豆(黒枝豆)、丹波栗など農作物、松茸、ぼたん鍋(冬季)など、四季を通してグルメが豊富です。 兵庫県の人気観光スポット「淡路」 兵庫県、そして日本最大の島、淡路島は日本のふるさと。 古事記の国産み神話の舞台を体感できる観光スポットです。 明石海峡大橋を通って気楽に観光できます。 最近は自転車で淡路一周する「あわいち」が有名で兵庫県を代表するサイクリングスポットに。 道中は急坂や危険な場所が多いので初心者は明石港からフェリー(ジェノバライン)経由で西側だけ走るのをお勧めします。 伊弉諾神社を始め、淡路浄瑠璃、洲本城など歴史豊かな観光地です。 風景も素晴らしく、鳴門のうずしお、花桟敷、夢舞台、神立岩、灘黒岩水仙郷(期間限定)など多数点在します。 淡路たまねぎ、しらす丼、淡路バーガーなど手軽なB級グルメも豊富。 遊び疲れたら洲本温泉で癒されましょう。 兵庫県の人気観光スポット紹介まとめ こんなにも魅力たっぷりな兵庫県。 きっとあなたのお気に入りのスポットが見つかるはず。 是非一度兵庫県に足を運んでみてはいかがですか。