A Bird's Eye View of Kagoshima This video, titled "Drone Footage of Amazing Islands in Kagoshima, Japan 4K (Ultra HD) - 鹿児島" gives an aerial view of Kagoshima's islands, taken by drone. It was released by "egawauemon." Are you looking for beautiful your next summer getaway? If so, then you came to the right place. In this article, we'll introduce tourist information and travel tips for those traveling to the islands of Kagoshima Prefecture! This video shows aerial views of the remote islands in Kagoshima prefecture, which are overflowing with natural beauty. There are six remote islands introduced in this video: Yakushima, Yoronjima, Tanegashima, Koshikijima, Kakeromajima, and Amami Oshima. The Best Remote Islands to Enjoy Water Sports! If you're looking to enjoy water sports and activities on a remote island in Kagoshima Prefecture, we recommend Yoronjima and Kakeromajima. Yoronjima is an island full of flowers and coral reefs. It has Terasaki Beach, which became famous as a location featured in the movie "Glasses" (めがね), and Yurigahama Beach, a pure white sandy beach that appears only during low tide. The sea is crystal clear, and in the summer months it's crowded with water sports enthusiasts. The main tourist attraction on Kakeromajima is the 300-year-old Indian coral tree trees that line the street near the beach. The bright red flowers on these trees bloom from May to June. There is also the beautiful beach Surihama, which is called the White Village. Water sports are very popular here. It's a small island, about 20 minutes by ferry from Amami Oshima, and the main spots on the island can be visited on a day trip. The Best Remote Islands to Enjoy the Ocean, Mountains and Villages! If you want to enjoy the beauty of the sea, mountains, and countryside of Kagoshima Prefecture, we recommend Koshikijima and Amami Oshima. There are many viewing points, such as a coastline with bizarre rock structures and the ruins of a village from the Edo period. We recommend going for a drive while looking out at the breathtaking scenery. Koshikijima is located just 50 minutes from Sendai Harbor (川内港) by high speed boat, and it's easily accessible from Kagoshima City, so a day trip to the island is possible. Amami Oshima is famous for its beautiful blue waters. The subtropical oceanic climate has led to the emergence of virgin forests, which are home to rare plant and animal species. The island is home to a wealth of rare flora and fauna, and you can even go on a canoeing adventure through a mangrove forest! Special Experience on Kagoshima's Islands If you're looking for a unique experience you wont find anywhere else, then we recommend Yakushima and Tanegashima. Yakushima was registered as a World Heritage Site in 1993, and trekking is very popular here. You can feel the mystical power of Yakushima by walking along popular routes, such as Shiratani Unsui Gorge. Yakushima also has hot springs, and the Hirauchi Kaichu Natural Onsen (hot springs), which emerge from the sea for just two hours before and after low tide, are a tourist attraction not to be missed! Tanegashima is famous as the birthplace of guns in Japan. A visit to Tanegashima Space Center, which sits at the forefront of space research and development, is another experience you don't want to overlook. Once You've Had Your Fill of the Remote Islands, It's Time to Grab a Bite to Eat! After visiting the islands of Kagoshima, you'll want to try some of the delicious food and go sightseeing in the area. There's delicious Berkshire pork, Japanese black (a Japanese cattle breed), and Shochu (Japanese liquor)! In the city center, you can buy souvenirs and enjoy delicious gourmet food, including Kagoshima ramen, satsuma-age (fried fish cakes), and kibinago (Silver-stripe round herring). Kagoshima was the birthplace of Saigo Takamori, and it is also home to many famous samurai residences and more. Take a trip to the area and learn about the history of Kagoshima! Summary of Kagoshima's Remote Islands This video, "Drone Footage of Amazing Islands in Kagoshima, Japan 4K (Ultra HD) - Kagoshima," shows the beautiful scenery of the remote islands of Kagoshima. For those looking to enjoy the natural beauty of Kagoshima's remote islands, be sure to check out the video!

Lake Sagami Illumillion! This time, we'll introduce the video "Lake Sagami Illumillion 2019-2020 Digest" (さがみ湖イルミリオン2019-2020ダイジェスト), publicized by "Lake Sagami Pleasure Forest." Lake Sagami Illumillion is an illumination event held at Lake Sagami Pleasure Forest in Sagamihara City, Kanagawa Prefecture, in Japan's Kanto Region. The video contains highlights of Lake Sagami Illumillion's 2019-2020 season. What Kind of Illumination Events Are There at Lake Sagami Illumillion? Source :YouTube screenshot There are many events at Lake Sagami Illumillion, including Rainbow Lift, shown at 0:04 in the video, the Hot Air Balloon of Light, which can be seen at 0:18 in the video, and more! From 0:34 in the video, you can see the City of Light and Music, the main attraction of Lake Sagami Illumillion 2019, in detail. Spots such as the Zoo of Light, the Flower Garden of Light and the Aquarium of Light are also shown in the video, so please take your time and enjoy it. Lake Sagami Illumillion Photo：Sagamihara Illumination Lake Sagami Illumillion is a popular event chosen as one of the 3 great illuminations of the Kanto Region. An astonishing 6 million lights are used for the event. In addition to the spots introduced in the video, there are many other mysterious areas such as the Sea of Light, Tulip Lane, Fantasy Walk: The Seven Colored Galaxy, Illumillion Tree, full of Christmas spirit, The Fortress of Trickery/The Maze of Light, and more! We recommend enjoying the nighttime attractions, such as the Ferris Wheel of Life, Pilot Paradise, or seeing a show. About Lake Sagami Pleasure Forest Lake Sagami Pleasure Forest is a leisure destination located in Wakayanagi (若柳,Wakayanagi), Midori Ward (緑区, Midoriku), Sagamihara City, Kanagawa Prefecture. The amusement park area is popular for its outdoor sports facilities, such as the attractions of Paddington Town, the thrill ride "Ozoratengoku," and the "Muscle Monster" athletic facility. There is also a barbecue area, a souvenir shop, and a spot where you can enjoy spending time with your pets. Summary of Lake Sagami Illumillion Source :YouTube screenshot At Lake Sagami Pleasure Forest's popular "Lake Sagami Illumillion" event, you too can enjoy the stunning illumination featured in the video. Event times and lighting schedules change every year, so be sure to check the website before heading out. Please note that it is very crowded on weekends. We recommend taking a bus tour to visit. ◆Lake Sagami Pleasure Forest Facility Information◆ 【Address】〒252-0175 1634 Wakayanagi, Midori Ward, Sagamihara City, Kanagawa Prefecture 【Access】An 8-minute bus ride from JR Sagamihara Station 【Admission Fee】Adults:1800 yen Children:1100 yen 【Hours】Weekdays 10:00〜16:00, Weekends 9:00〜17:00 【Closures】Irregular 【Parking】Available 【Telephone】0570-037-353 【Official Website】Lake Sagami Pleasure Forest https://www.sagamiko-resort.jp/ 【Tripadvisor】Lake Sagami Pleasure Forest https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g1021282-d1881044-Reviews-Sagami_Lake_Resort_Pleasure_Forest-Sagamihara_Kanagawa_Prefecture_Kanto.html

Legrand Karuizawa Hotel & Resort, Kitasaku-gun, Nagano, Japan - Video Introduction This video created by Le Grand Karuizawa introduces Le Grand Karuizawa Hotel & Resort, and is titled "Le Grand Karuizawa Hotel and Resort, Promotional Video"（ルグラン軽井沢　ホテル＆リゾート　プロモーションムービー). Karuizawa-Cho, in Nagano prefecture, is one of the luxury mountain resorts in Japan, and located at an altitude of 1000 meters above sea level. We are going to introduce “Le Grand Karuizawa Hotel & Resort,” where you can experience the highest-quality customer service, located at the foot of Mount Asama in Nagano in the Koshinetsu region which is famous for its Onsen (hot springs). In this video, you will see the wedding hall, onsen, and rooms that will make your wedding day unforgettable. Enjoy the video of the place that will be the grounds for the happiest day of your life. What is “Le Grand Karuizawa Hotel & Resort” Source :YouTube screenshot “Le Grand Karuizawa Hotel & Resort” is a luxury resort hotel located at the foot of Mount Asama (浅間山,Asama san) in Karuizawa-Cho, Nagano in Shinshu in Japan. Access is 15 minutes from Karuizawa JR station by car. They also provide a shuttle bus service between the station and the hotel. The affiliated hotel "Le Grand Kyu Karuizawa hotel" is located nearby. “Le Grand Karuizawa Hotel & Resort” Wedding Plans Source :YouTube screenshot The video mainly introduces wedding plans. A wedding is supposed to be the most special day of your life. In this video, the introduction of their wedding plan starts around 2:43. “Le Grand Karuizawa Hotel & Resort” has a large premises for a wedding venue. With the chapel, the beautiful garden and terrace tables, they provide the most wonderful experience to everyone at the wedding ceremony. A lot of people may feel Karuizawa is a place for special occasions because it is known as a vacation region. This hotel has highly-rated reviews on its wedding plans compared to other hotels in the region, and a lot of its customers have had a great start to the next chapter in their life here. They regularly hold a bridal fair or event in Ginza Salon in Tokyo so that people can discuss or consult about the wedding plans without actually going to the site. It is also a part of the reason that it has such a good reputation. “Le Grand Karuizawa Hotel & Resort”: Rooms and the Extensive Onsen Area Source :YouTube screenshot “Le Grand Karuizawa Hotel & Resort” has three types of rooms. One in the main building furnished with European Antiques, one in the Villa Suite, and one in the highest-grade luxury "Yamanoue Suite" so customers can choose the room they would like to stay in. They also have multiple bathing facilities for customers to choose from depending on their mood that day. There's the large public bath "Komorebi" which is filled with natural Onsen water, a private bath, a Tembo-buro (a bath with a nice outside view), and Happu Onsen. Because Nagano prefecture is featured for its many onsen, you can enjoy a variety of luxurious onsen here. Happu Onsen is Hydrogen Carbonate Spring which is known as one of three "Hot Springs of Beauty"(the top three springs contain chemicals that benefit health and beauty) in Japan. Happu Onsen has positive effects on wounds and skin conditions. A day trip is also possible. Around 1:37 in the video, you can see the hotel rooms and around 1:02 the onsen are shown. Facilities of “Le Grand Karuizawa Hotel & Resort” Source :YouTube screenshot On the hotel's large premises, there are swimming pools, gardens, a spa, and a gym as well. Spend your quality time however you would like. In the mountain area, there is a "Yamanoue sweet terrace/activity deck" located 1000 meters above sea level. In the main building, there is a classical style main entrance, a garden decorated with seasonal flowers, a boutique for gifts and "SPA LA VILLA" where you can enjoy a facial massage in a relaxing room. They also have rooms called "Prive.Lac," "Bell Foret," and "En Chante" for meeting and banquet purposes. “Le Grand Karuizawa Hotel & Resort” Restaurants and Bars Their French restaurant "Vaas" provides French gourmet with seasonal ingredients produced by Japan. There is also a Grilled restaurant called "Grill Mille "serving Grilled meals with ingredients produced by the Shinshu region, "Karuizawa French," and "ASAMA Café." Enjoy drinking at the bar "Rouge" and the "Poolside Bar" at night. A variety of different cuisines are also served for breakfast. Sightseeing Around “Le Grand Karuizawa Hotel & Resort” Photo：Shiraito Falls There are many tourist spots in Karuizawa, in Nagano prefecture where “Le Grand Karuizawa Hotel & Resort” is located at. "Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza (軽井沢 プリンス ショッピングプラザ, Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza)" the mall with 240 stores, "Uchimura Kanzo Memorial Stone Church (石の教会 内村鑑三記念堂, Ishinokyoukai Uchimura Kanzo Kinendo)" stone & glass church, "Shiraito Falls (白糸の滝, Shiraito no Taki)" the waterfalls designated as a Japanese natural monument as well as a national scenic spot, "Hiroshi Senju Museum Karuizawa (軽井沢千住博美術館, Karuizawa Senju Hiroshi Bijutsukan)" which has a great ambiance, "Kumoba Pond (雲場池, Kumoba Ike)" also known as "Swan Lake (スワンレイク)", "Karuizawa Hoshino Area (軽井沢星野エリア, Karuizawa Hoshino Area)" which great writers and artists gathered and created their community in Taisho era, "Karuizawa Taliesin (軽井沢タリアセン, Karuizawa Tariasen)" a resort facility where there are many shops and leisure venues, "Old Usui Outlooks (旧碓氷峠見晴台, KyuUsuitouge Miharashidai)" near the top of the Usui, outlook park which is located at an altitude of 1200m, "Karuizawa Lake Garden (軽井沢レイクガーデン, Karuizawa Lake garden)" where there are 8 garden areas and one great lake in the garden, and "Old Karuizawa Ginza Street (旧軽井沢銀座道,Kyu Karuizawa Ginzado) " where several hundreds of tourists visit every year. If you're making a trip to “Le Grand Karuizawa Hotel & Resort” consider checking out some of these spots as well. Recap of “Le Grand Karuizawa Hotel & Resort” As shown in the video, “Le Grand Karuizawa Hotel & Resort” provides the best customer service experience (Omotenashi in Japanese) to its customers and that is one of the reasons it is so popular. We weren't able to show how the staff provides customer service and room service in this video but we're sure that you'll be satisfied with them as well. For more details about the hotel's facilities, room amenities and tourist spots nearby, be sure to visit their website. Accommodation fees differ by season, room, and plan. Please check the rates on their website or other hotel booking websites when you make a reservation. ◆About “Le Grand Karuizawa Hotel & Resort”◆ 【Address】864-4 Hotchi, Karuizawa, Kitasaku, Nagano 389-0113 【Access】About 15 minutes from Karuizawa JR station by car 【Parking】Yes. Limited to 45 spots 【Phone】0267-48-0099 【Official Website】Karuizawa hotel / Le Grand Kyu Karuizawa https://www.legrand-karuizawa.jp/en/ 【Tripadvisor】"Le Grand Karuizawa Hotel & Resort" https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g325581-d10384974-Reviews-Le_Grand_Kyukaruizawa-Karuizawa_machi_Kitasaku_gun_Nagano_Prefecture_Koshinetsu_Chubu.htmlshinetsu_Chubu.html

Taisha Reitaisai's Shinto Ritual: "Yunobori Shinji" This video, titled "Reitaisai Kumano Hongu Taisha -Official," shows aspects of "Yunobori Shinji," a shinto ritual that is part of the traditional "Reitaisai" rituals held at Kumano Hongu Grand Shrine, in Wakayama prefecture. "Kumano Hongu Taisha," a world heritage site in Wakayama prefecture, is one of three grand shrines configuring "Kumano Sanzan" along with "Kumano Nachi Taisha" and "Kumano Hayatama Taisha." Kumano Hongu Taisha was built more than 2050 years ago, and Yunobori Shinji, the largest annual shinto festival, has been designated as an Intangible Folk Cultural Property of Wakayama Prefecture. This video introduces the "Kumano Hongu Taisha Reitaisai Festival" of Wakayama prefecture. If you ever wonder what kind of sacred rituals and events are held in the festival, take a look at the video and this article. Yunobori Shinji and Miyawatari Shinji - Two Shinto Rituals Source :YouTube screenshot The "Kumano Hongu Taisha Reitaisai Festival" is held for three days from April 13th to 15th every year. The festival starts with the events "Yunobori Shinji" and "Miyawatari Shinji." Starting at 0:07 in the video, it shows one aspect of the ritual where people invoke the spirit of the gods into children after they've purified themselves in the sacred water of Yunomine Onsen during "Yunobori Shinji." During the festival, the children are only allowed to put their feet on the ground while in the ritual so their fathers or brothers carry them on their shoulders and hike through 3.4 km of mountain trail called the "Kumano Kodo pilgrimage routes" to get to "Oyunohara." In the afternoon, there is the traditional performance by the children called the "Yasabaki Shinto Ritual" at Yunomine Ouji which is shown in the video around 0:44. After that, the children, a Kannushi (a person responsible for the maintenance of a Shinto shrine), and people with musical instruments line up and head to “Otabisho.” Rituals of the "Kumano Hongu Taisha Reitaisai Festival" Source :YouTube screenshot The event called Funatama Taisai (船玉大祭) and the eve of the main festival are held at Kumano Hongu Taisha on April 14th. As shown in the video around 1:15, the most important event, the Hondensai (本殿祭), and the Togyo Festival (渡御祭) in which 400 people dressed in Heian style clothing for the performance participate in, are held on April 15th. A procession that recreates Kumano Gokou then heads to Oyunohara to perform sacred dances such as "Yamatomai" and "Mikomai." In the “Hondensai,” there is the "Togyosai" festival and the "Kangyo Sai" festival where you can see the Mikoshi (a portable shrine) with the flowers from "The deity of Kumanomusumi" (熊野牟須美神) (The god enshrined in Kumano Sanzan). It is said that the gods are pleased by the decorating of the Mikoshi with flowers and the swinging of the mikoshi. Starting at around 2:32, the video shows children praying for a good harvest. The festival is called "Ondasai" (御田祭, Ondasai). The video also shows the events "Gomadaki" (護摩焚き, Gomadaki) performed by monks, "Mochinage" (throwing rice cake), "Saitodaigoma" (採燈大護摩, saitodaigoma) and "Tamagushi Houten" (玉串奉奠, tamagushi Houten). which are also fun to see. Towards the end of the festival, when the sun starts to go down, people walk out of the Torii gate of "Ooyunohara" and make their way back to the shrine. After that, the last festival, "Kangyo-sai," is held (3:49). Summary of the "Kumano Hongu Taisha Reitai Festival" Photo：Kumano Hongu Taisha The video shows a lot about the traditional sacred festival at Kumano Hongu Taisha. Climb up the 158 stone steps and walk through the sacred gate, and you'll find Kumano Hongu Taisha. If you're looking to enjoy the atmosphere of Japan's shrines, Kumano Hongu Taisha is the perfect place to visit. Repair work was also undertaken in 2012 to commemorate the 120th anniversary of the shrine being transferred to its current location. There are many hotels and Ryokan (Japanese style inn) in Tanabe City in Wakayama, near Kumano Hongu Taisha. You can have a great time feasting on the local cuisine during your lunch break. You can also go shrine hopping with your Goshuin notebook when the weather is nice. ◆Kumano Hongu Taisha◆ 【Address】1110 Hongu, Hongu-sho, Tanabe-shi, Wakayama prefecture 【Access】140 minutes from Nanki-Shirahama Airport by bus 【Hours】6:00 – 17:00 【Parking】Available (Free) 【Phone】0735-42-0009 【Official Website】Kumano Hongu Taisha http://www.hongutaisha.jp/english/

The Popular Japanese Inn "Hakkei" at Yubara Onsen This video, titled "'HAKKEI' YADO PV Premium Special Long Ver / JAPAN: Yado PV Hakkei 03" (“HAKKEI” YADO PV Premium Special Long Ver ／JAPAN ： 宿PV 八景03), was produced by "private-onsen JAPAN." It introduces the charms of the popular ryokan (Japanese style inn) Hakkei at Yubara Onsen in Okayama Prefecture, in Japan's Chugoku region. Yubara Onsen's Hakkei, with its open-air baths and cheerful landlady in a location rich in nature, has a high level of customer satisfaction and a very large number of repeat customers on hotel and ryokan review and comparison sites. If you're looking to relax and enjoy your holidays, this is the place for you! A Look at Yubara Onsen's Hakkei Source :YouTube screenshot Yubara Onsen's Hakkei, a popular Japanese inn, is a warm and welcoming facility that opened 20 years ago in Okayama Prefecture. The inn was started with the owner's wish for guests to eat plenty of fresh vegetables from the naturally rich mountainous area. Access is about 15 minutes by car from the Yubara Interchange on the Yonago Expressway. On the shore opposite the ryokan lays "Sunayu," which is regarded as one of the best open-air baths around, and behind it lays the Yubara Dam. The ryokan is located in a beautiful setting, with a suspension bridge on the approach to the facility. You can see it at 0:04 in the video. The inn's proprietress is also said to be very popular, having a charming personality, and some people stay here for just that reason. There are a variety of rooms available, including a Japanese-style room, the twin Japanese style room with a view of Sunayu, a Japanese-Western-style suite with an open-air bath, a vegetable garden, a grand suite with an open-air bath, a living room, and a double room. This can be seen at 0:53 in the video. Accommodation rates vary by season and plan. One day bathing and meal plans are also available for those with a tight schedule. For details and reservations, see the official website and travel websites. The hotel is also well-equipped with facilities such as "Souvenir shop - Takara-do," "Karaoke Box No Usagi," the Children's Corner, and the "Aesthetic Room - Fuwari". With so many facilities to choose from, you can spend your time relaxing however you like. The Hot Springs of Yubara Onsen's Hakkei Source :YouTube screenshot The main attraction of Okayama's popular inn, Yubara Onsen's Hakkei, is of course the hot springs. At this inn, you can enjoy a variety of hot spring facilities such as Kawa no Yu, Sora no Yu, Nagomi no Yu, and Ega no Yu, as well as a mixed bathing open-air bath. The baths can be seen at 0:36 in the video. It is a low-tonic alkaline hot spring, and is said to be effective in treating motor paralysis, bruises, gastrointestinal disorders, neuralgia, sprains, joint pains, stiff shoulders, cold sensitivity, and more. Forget about the troubles of every day life and melt away in the relaxing baths of Yubara Onsen's Hakkei. Dining at Yubara Onsen's Hakkei Source :YouTube screenshot At the popular Yubara Onsen inn "Hakkei," in Okayama Prefecture, visitors can enjoy seasonal, vegetable-centered, mountain village cuisine made with carefully prepared broth at "Hanaguruma. With more than 50 different kinds of vegetables between the dinner and breakfast menus, you can enjoy the vibrant, delicious Japanese cuisine. They also offer Western dishes for breakfast. Chef Masahara cooks Hakkei's Japanese cuisine with vegetables as the main ingredient. He is very particular about preparing "delicious" food, such as multi-course meals and daily specials, and warmly welcomes visitors. Eating delicious food at Hakkei and soaking in the Yubara hot springs will make for an unforgettable trip. Summary of Yubara Onsen's Hakkei Yuzawa Onsen's Hakkei supports families traveling with children and offers a full range of amenities such as diaper bins and baby baths. Yuzawa Onsen's Hakkei is located in Okayama Prefecture, which is home to the Kurashiki Bikan district, where you can enjoy the nostalgic scenery of the olden days, and Bichu Matsuyama Castle, which is called the Castle in the Sky and was used in the opening scene of the Taiga drama "Sanada Maru." There are many hot spring spots in Okayama Prefecture. Among them, the most popular hot spring spot is Yuzawa Onsen, where the popular ryokan Hakkei and Aburaya are located. There are plenty of instagrammable spots where you can enjoy superb views and seasonal views as well, so we recommend checking out the area. ◆Yuzawa Onsen Hakkei Introduction of facility outline◆ 【Address】〒717-0406 Toyosaka 1572, Maniwa City, Okayama Prefecture 【Access】About 15 minutes by car from Yubara IC on Yonago Expressway 【Parking】Available. 【Telephone No】0867-62-2211 【Official Website】Okayama Yubara Hot Spring Inn Hakkei https://hakkei-yubara.jp/english/

Introducing the Treasures of Gifu: Higashi Mino's Mountain Castle Ruins The video titled "The Treasures of Gifu: “Higashi Mino's Mountain Castle ruins"（岐阜の宝もの「ひがしみのの山城」) was created by "G-Men, Gifu's Handsome Civil Servants." This video introduces the history of different mountain castle ruins in the Gifu area. Gifu prefecture in Japan's Tokai region, officially deemed some of its attractions, that are appreciated all over Japan, the "Treasures of Gifu." In 2017, the Iwamura Castle Ruins and Iwamura Castle Town, as well as the Naegi Castle Ruins, Mino Kaneyama Castle Ruins, and Higashi Mino Castle Ruins, were added to the list of the "Treasures of Gifu." This video and article will take a close look at these castle ruins. If you watch the video very carefully, you'll feel like you're actually visiting these castle ruins and can learn more about the history of Japan. A Look at the Iwamura Castle Ruins Source of photo :YouTube screenshot The places you see in the video from 0:32 are the Iwamura Castle Ruins and Iwamura Castle Town, located in Ena City. Lady Otsuya (おつやの方,Otsuya no Kata), Nobunaga's aunt, was the castellan of Iwamura castle. Iwamura castle was built in the Kamakura period and it has been selected as one of the Top 100 castles in Japan, as well as one of Japan's Top 3 Mountain Castles. What's amazing about these castle ruins is that the castle itself has 17 original wells, six-layered walls, and a fabulous view of the Taiko Yagura (Drum tower). Iwamura castle town has 400 years of history involving merchants and old houses. Also stop by the Iwamura History museum, the Katsukawa House, and Toyasa if you are in the area. You can check out the CG (Computer Graphic) of Iwamura castle at 1:25. The Naegi Castle Ruins Source of photo :YouTube screenshot From 1:54 in the video, Nakatsugawa's Naegi Castle ruins is introduced. Being on top of a 432 meter hill and across from the Kiso-gawa river by mountain castle bridge, Naegi castle has one of the best views in Gifu. You can see the 360 degree panoramic view of Kiso-gawa river and other natural views from the observatory. This castle was constructed in 1526, when Toyama governed the Naegi area from the Warring States Period through the Edo Period. Naegi castle is also one of Top 100 castles in Japan and has a deep history. It has many attractive features, such as a stone wall made of natural gigantic rocks, a castle tower, as well as a large watchtower. You can see stone walls piled up and it looks as though the walls are holding the rocks up. If you're interested in the history of Nakatsugawa or the legend of Naegi castle, be sure to stop by the Naegi Toyama Historical Museum. You can also check out the CG video of Naegi castle at 2:43 in the video. The Mino Kaneyama Castle Ruins Source of photo :YouTube screenshot The Mino Kaneyama castle ruins are introduced in the video at 3:14. The ruins have interesting features, such as cornerstones and broken stone walls. Kaneyama castle is located on top of Mt. Kojo. It's 276 meters (~905 ft.) tall with the best view of Kaneyama in Kani. It was also selected as one of the top 100 castles in Japan and was constructed in 1537. You can also see the remaining cornerstones used for the building. Something interesting to note about Mino Kaneyama Castle is its battering ram. Destroying a castle was the condition of an armistice during Sengoku period. One of the most famous warriors, Mori Ranmaru, grew up in Kaneyama and became the lord of the castle when he was 18. Unfortunately, only two months after becoming lord of the castle, he perished with Oda Nobunaga during the Honnoji Incident. As Kaneyama is Ranmaru Mori’s hometown, there is a place called "Ranmaru Furusato no Mori" where you can see the beautiful view of a canyon. As Kani City, Gifu is the birthplace of Mitsuhide Akechi, there are several fun events related to Japanese history, such as a stamp collecting event and a Sengoku Period treasure hunting event that take place there. The Treasures of Gifu: Mino Higashi's Mountain Castle Ruins Source of photo :YouTube screenshot In the video "The Treasures of Gifu: Mino Higashi's Mountain Castle ruins], viewers are introduced to several popular castle ruins deemed the "Treasures of Gifu." As Japan's Tokai region was one of the most important areas in Japanese history, there are several important castles and castle ruins. Most of the castle ruins are located on top of hills and surrounded by nature, making them the perfect spots for Instagrammers. If you are interested in Japanese history, please come visit Japan and see these popular castles. 【Official Website】Gifu Prefecture Official Website https://www.pref.gifu.lg.jp/foreign-languages/English/

Video Introduction of "Meiseki no Yado Kagegetsu", a hot spring inn in Ishiwa, Fuefuki-shi, Yamanashi Prefecture Produced by “MDK TV”, this video is titled "The luxury inn at Isawa Onsen, in Yamanashi Prefecture, Stone Monument Inn - Kagetsu"（山梨県石和温泉の高級旅館 銘石の宿 かげつ - www.isawa-kagetsu.com -), and it is an introductory video for Stone Monument Inn - Kagetsu. "Stone Monument Inn - Kagetsu" is popular on hotel review websites and so on because it offers the best hospitality services available. Access is about 10 minutes by car from Ichinomiya Misaka IC on the Chuo Expressway, and about 5 minutes by train from Isawa Onsen Station on the JR Chuo Line. There is also a shuttle bus from the station. This article, along with the video, introduces the appeal of the luxury inn "Stone Monument Inn - Kagetsu", which has been selected as one of the top 100 inns in Yamanashi Prefecture for 34 consecutive years. The video introduces a beautiful Japanese garden and delicious Kaiseki cuisine, so we recommend checking it out. Stone Monument Inn - Kagetsu Source :YouTube screenshot Located in Fuefuki City (笛吹市, Fuefuki shi), Yamanashi Prefecture, Stone Monument Inn - Kagetsu was established in 1906 (Meiji 39) and is a long-established inn loved by various artists and cultural figures. It is easily accessible from Tokyo and is very popular as a hotel for travel and sightseeing. One of the highlights of the “Stone of Monument Inn - Kagetsu” is the Japanese garden, where you can enjoy a variety of seasonal views. The 5,000 tsubo (traditional unit of land area, approx. 3.31 square meters) site has been completed over several decades with the artificial hill, built with stones collected from all over the country, and top-class landscaping techniques. Your heart will be healed by the beautiful garden with a pure Japanese atmosphere. In the garden, you can also watch the Nishikigoi as the swim through the pond. It is very relaxing. Since it is a photo-friendly spot, you can have fun taking commemorative photos for Instagram and feeding the koi. At 0:30 in the video, you can see the aerial footage of the Japanese garden by drone. What's more, the garden of Stone Monument Inn - Kagetsu was the first Japanese garden that used 3D projection mapping in a Japanese hot spring. This beautiful scenery that blends modern technology with Japanese traditions, can be found at 0:58 in the video. The In-House Facilities of Stone Monument Inn - Kagetsu Source :YouTube screenshot "Stone Monument Inn - Kagetsu" has many facilities that can heal both mind and body. Please use the 24 hour large open-air bath where you can relax in the hot springs while enjoying the beautiful scenery. The springs can be seen at 0:54 in the video. If you're looking for some luxury, you can enjoy the hot springs in the open-air baths. You can also receive aromatherapy and try the aroma salon as well. After enjoying the hot springs, relax in the rest area, coffee lounge, mahjong room, or Club Stone where you can enjoy karaoke. There is also a garden pool, so you can feel the full resort experience. There are also stalls for buying souvenirs such as Koshu Inden, Kikyo Shingen Mochi, and Koshu Wine, all which make great gifts or personal treats. There is also a banquet hall available for corporate meetings and company trips. There's a little bit of everything at Stone Monument Inn - Kagetsu, so take your time and relax how you want to. Guest Rooms and Accommodation Information for Stone Monument Inn - Kagetsu Located in the Isawa Onsen village, Stone Monument Inn – Kagetsu offers beautiful Japanese-style rooms overlooking the Japanese garden. Kagetsu's accommodations are divided into the Central Hall, South Hall, East Hall, West Hall, and Back Hall, and each room has a different atmosphere. Amenities are also available, so there's no need to bring your own. When you stay, there are various plans for families and couples, so you can choose the plan you like. Please check the travel site and official website, as the room rates for hotel reservations vary depending on the season, room, plan, and tour. There is also a day plan to enjoy lunch and relax at the hot springs. Dining at Stone Monument Inn – Kagetsu Source :YouTube screenshot The prestigious inn in Yamanashi Prefecture, Stone Monument Inn - Kagetsu, offers excellent meals such as kaiseki (a traditional Japanese meal brought in courses) and seasonal dishes as well. At the restaurant "Togentei," the head chef puts his heart into his cuisine to create beautiful, delicious gourmet dishes. Specially made with Koshu beef that melts in your mouth. This can be seen from 0:45 of the video. Sightseeing Around Stone Monument Inn - Kagetsu Photo：Fuefuki Togenkyo There are various sightseeing spots around Isawa Onsen in Fuefuki, where Stone Monument Inn - Kagetsu is located. Fuefuki Togenkyo where peach blossoms bloom, Mars Yamanashi Winery where you can enjoy Koshu wine, Lumiere Winery and Monde Brewery, Prefectural Museum Kajiam, Shakado Archaeological Museum, Satono Station Ichinomiya, which has many souvenirs, and Misaka Toge, where you can enjoy superb views of Mt.Fuji. Be sure to check them out if you're planning on making a trip to Kagetsu, and don't forget to taste local specialties such as "hoto" while you're at it. Summary of Stone Monument Inn - Kagetsu The video about “Stone Monument Inn - Kagetsu, a luxury inn at Isawa Onsen in Yamanashi Prefecture, was created by "MDK TV." If you want to stay at a luxury inn with one of Japan's most amazing hot springs, be sure to watch the video and experience the splendor of the famous Stone Monument Inn - Kagetsu. Experience a healing experience at Stone Monument Inn – Kagetsu; the luxury inn where you can experience hot springs, a Japanese garden, sublime cuisine, and more. Stone Monument Inn - Kagatsu 【Address】385 Kawanakajima, Isawa-cho, Fuefuki-shi, Yamanashi Prefecture 406-0024 【Access】About 10 minutes from Chuo Expressway Ichinomiya Misaka IC / 5 minutes by car from JR Chuo Toku, Isawa Onsen Station 【Parking】Available. About 70 units. 【Telephone No】055-262-4526 【Official Website】 Luxury Inn of Isawa Onsen, Yamanashi Prefecture https://www.isawa-kagetsu.com/en/ 【Tripadvisor】 Stone Monument Inn – Kagetsu https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g1021447-d1065069-Reviews-Kagetsu-Fuefuki_Yamanashi_Prefecture_Koshinetsu_Chubu.html

Introduction of aerial drone video of "Fuji Shiba Cherry Blossom Festival" in Minamitsuru-gun, Yamanashi Prefecture The video "Aerial view of Fuji Shibazakura Festival taken with a drone（絶景 空撮 富士芝桜まつり Aerial view of Fuji Shiba-zakura Festival taken with a drone）" is a sightseeing video of the beautiful shibazakura flower field. The Fuji Shibazakura Festival is a sightseeing event where you can enjoy the scenery of over 800,000 shibazakura (moss phlox) in the vast area of Fuji Motosu Lake Resort, Susono Mt. Fuji, known as Japan's highest mountain. Many tourists from around the world gather to see the rich natural scenery here. This video introduces the vividly blooming shibazakura. Please enjoy the sights. What Kind of Event Is the Fuji Shibazakura Festival? Photo：Fuji Shibazakura Festival At the Fuji Shibazakura Festival venue, the beautiful pink and purple shibazakura are in bloom. You can see this at 0:08 in the video. It's like a carpet of flowers. The best time to see shibazakura is between April and May each year. Mt. Fuji covered with lingering snow in the spring and the lovely shibazakura that can be seen together on a clear day, is a beautiful sight, great for Instagram. If you want to see the beautiful scenery of the Fuji Shibazakura Festival, be sure to go to the observation plaza. Walking through the flower gardens in the warm, spring climate is sure to make for a lasting memory. There is also a popular sightseeing spot called the Observation Footbath where you can enjoy the scenery of Shibazakura while giving your feet a nice soak. A Mt. Fuji made of Shibazakura, which can be seen from 0:54 in the video, is as beautiful as the real thing. There are places to take photos as well. When is the best time to see Shiba-zakura? When is the "Fuji Shiba Cherry Blossom Festival"? Photo：Pumpkin Hōtō Noodles At the venue for the Fuji Shibazakura Festival, there's a gourmet event called the "Mt. Fuji Delicious Food Festival." If you enjoy beautiful scenery, sightseeing, and eating delicious, local cuisine, this is something you wont want to miss. The Fuji Shibazakura Festival is a very popular sightseeing event, so crowds are expected during peak bloom. To avoid congestion, we recommend taking a bus from Kawaguchiko Station to the venue. In addition to the Fuji Shibazakura Festival, it is also great idea to apply for a sightseeing bus tour that includes historic sights and exotic sightseeing facilities around Lake Kawaguchi and Lake Motosu. Around the Fuji Motosu Lake Resort, there are sightseeing spots such as Kamiku Isshiki Village Motosu District, Shingen Stone Building / Stone Base, Lake Motosu Campground, Lake Kawaguchi, Kawaguchiko Music Box Forest, Mt. Fuji Panorama Ropeway, Oishi Park, and Aokigahara Forest. You can visit these sightseeing spots after enjoying the Fuji Shibazakura Festival. Please enjoy local gourmet such as hoto noodles and torimotsuni. Fuji is usually at its best from mid-April to late May. Fuji Shiba Cherry Blossom Festival" will be held from April 13 to May 26 in 2024. Summary of the Fuji Shibazakura Festival Photo：Fuji Shibazakura Fesitval The Fuji Shibazakura Festival introduced in the video is a wonderful sightseeing event where you can enjoy the Japanese spring atmosphere at Mt. Fuji, a world heritage site. Be sure to check the blooming information and visit when it's in full bloom. The aerial footage of the flower field in the spring is so beautiful that you'll never get tired of looking at it. Please watch the video carefully and enjoy the beautiful scenery. ◆ Sightseeing information of Fuji Shibazakura Festival ◆ 【Address】212 Fujigane, Fujikawaguchiko-machi, Minamitsuru-gun, Yamanashi Prefecture Fuji Lake Motosu Resort 【Access】About 40 minutes by Shibazakura Liner Bus from Kawaguchiko Station, about 25 minutes by car from Kawaguchiko IC 【Admission fee】600 yen for adults, 300 yen for children (* as of November 2019) 【Opening Hours】8:00～17:00 【Regular holidays / Closed days】Open daily(during season) 【Parking】50 buses, 1500 regular cars 【Phone number】0555-89-3031 【Notes】Pets can enter the park by putting them in a pet bag or pet cart 【Tripadvisor】Fuji Shibazakura Festival https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g1165976-d10019705-Reviews-Fuji_Shibazakura_Festival-Fujikawaguchiko_machi_Minamitsuru_gun_Yamanashi_Prefe.html

Tsubosakadera Temple's 'Great Cherry Blossom Buddha': Video Introduction This video, titled "[Cherry Blossoms via Drone in 4K] The Great Cherry Blossom Buddha at Tsubosakadera Temple, Nara (Long Ver. )｜Cherry Blossom Drone Project" ([桜ドローン撮影4K] 奈良県壺阪寺の大仏桜 Tsubosaka-dera Temple, Nara (Long Ver. )｜桜ドローンプロジェクト). was uploaded by "DRONE ENTERTAINMENT - Sakura Drone Project." This video shows beautiful images of the cherry blossoms in full bloom and the Great Buddha at Tsubosakadera Temple taken from the sky during Japan's cherry blossom season. In the video you can see the cherry blossoms from the perspective of the Great Buddha, which can only be achieved with drone photography. The illuminated scenery of the temple grounds at night is different from that of the daytime, and it is a fantastic view. Take your time to watch the beautiful scenery in the video. Nara, Home to Some of the Most Famous Temples in Japan Nara, Japan is home to approximately 1,800 temples, some of which, such as Todaiji Temple, the largest temple in Nara, are the most famous in Japan. It's even home to the Nanto Shichi Daiji (Seven Great Temples of Nara), or the Seven Great Temples of the Southern Capital. The Seven Great Temples of Nara are: Daianji Temple, Gangoji Temple, Horyuji Temple, Kofukuji Temple, Saidaiji Temple, Todaiji Temple, and Yakushiji Temple. The vast number of temples and other tourist attractions, coupled with the long history of Nara, make it a destination in Japan that's definitely worth visiting. What is Tsubosakadera Temple? Photo：The Buddha at Tsubosakadera Temple, Nara Prefecture Tsubosakadera Temple, famous for the Great Cherry Blossom Buddha, is a Shingon sect temple located in Takatori, Nara, in Japan's Kansai Region. Although it's known by the names "Great Cherry Blossom Buddha" and "Tsubosakadera Temple," its official name is Minami Hokkeji Temple. The temple was founded in 703 by Benki Shonin, a Buddhist priest. The temple's name is said to have originated when Benki Shonin, a monk of Gankoji Temple who was undergoing ascetic training, enshrined the Goddess of Kannon in a crystal vase in a hermitage on a hill. The main deity of the temple is the eleven-faced, thousand-armed Kannon (Avalokitesvara), and since it is believed to be protect against eye diseases, visitors from all over Japan come to Tsubosakadera Temple to pray for protection. The temple is also famous for its hina dolls, which are arranged in the shape of a mandala, a sacred symbol in Buddhism. Approximately 3,000 dolls are displayed around the eleven-faced thousand-armed Kannon. In the inner sanctuary of Tsubosakadera Temple, there is also a stone structure called Go-Hyakku Rakan (Five Hundred Arhats) featuring many Buddhist statues. Some things that make the temple unique are its solar power generation system, which is not something you'd find at other temples in Japan, as well as several large Budda statues on the temple grounds that were carved in, and imported from, India. When do the Cherry Blossoms Bloom at Tsubosakadera Temple? Photo：The Great Cherry Blossom Buddha at Tsubosakadera Temple, Nara Prefecture Tsubosakadera Temple is one of the most famous cherry blossom viewing spots in Japan, and is known for its giant Buddha statue surrounded by cherry blossoms. Among the large stone Buddha statues, the most eye-catching is the Tsubosaka Daibutsu (Great Buddha of Tsubosakadera), located in the center of the temple. The statue stands a staggering 10 meters (~33 feet) tall atop a 5-meter-tall platform. During the cherry blossom season, many people come to visit the temple and take Instagram photos with the cherry blossoms and the Buddha. [Video] 1:36 - The Great Buddha Surrounded by Cherry Blossoms Cherry blossoms at Tsubosaka-ji usually bloom from late March to early April; in 2024, the expected bloom date in Nara Prefecture is around March 25 and the expected full bloom date is April 1, a little earlier than usual. According to the SNS of Tsubosaka-ji Temple, in 2023, the trees were almost in full bloom on March 25. Please check back around that time before heading out. Light-up viewing is scheduled from March 23 to April 3, 2024 (tentative), so you can enjoy the pagodas and the Great Buddha on the temple grounds, as well as the illuminated cherry blossoms. [Video] 3:35 - Tsubosakadera Temple Illuminated at Night Tourist Attractions Near Tsubosakadera Temple Photo：Nara Park, Nara Prefecture There are various tourist attractions and sightseeing spots near Tsubosakadera Temple. You can also visit places where you can learn about Japanese history, such as the ruins of Takatori Castle, which is designated as a National Historic site, and the Kitora Tomb (Kitora Burial Mound). For lunch, we recommend Hana Yamato (花大和), a tea house serving Yakuzen cuisine (medicinal, herbal cuisine based on traditional Chinese medicine), or Oku Asuka Sarara (奥明日香さらら), where you can enjoy local cuisine from Nara. Between sightseeing, you can also take a break at Nokonoko Café (のこのこカフェ). If you're looking to visit major tourist attractions in Nara Prefecture, such as Mt. Yoshino and Nara Park, from Tsubosakadera Temple, we recommend staying overnight and taking your time to enjoy Nara. Summary of the Great Cherry Blossom Buddha at Tsubosakadera Temple Did you enjoy the beautiful views of cherry blossoms at and the Great Buddha at Tsubosakadera Temple in spring? Known for its Great Cherry Blossom Buddha, Tsubosakadera Temple in Nara Prefecture attracts many tourists from all over Japan for hanami (cherry blossom viewing), as well as those who visit the temple on their pilgrimage to the 33 sacred sites in the western part of Japan. You can also pick up original souvenirs at the temple that you won't find anywhere else, such as the shuin stamp book embroidered with the Great Buddha and cherry blossoms. Tsubosakadera Temple is easily accessible from Nara City, and outside of special monthly events, requires no reservations, making it a great place to visit during any trip to Nara. If you're looking for things to do in Nara, be sure to check it out! ◆Tsubosakadera Temple◆ 【Address】3 Tsubosaka, Takatori-cho, Takaichi-gun, Nara 635-0102, Japan 【Access】 By Car: Drive southeast from the Katsuragi IC on Minami Hanna Road (approx. 30 min. by car) By train: From Kintetsu Osaka Abenobashi, get off at Tsubosaka-yama bound for Yoshino (about 40 minutes via express train), then take a bus or cab. 【Telephone】0744-52-2016 【Hours】8:30 a.m. - 3:00 pm 【Admission Fee】Adults (18 years and older) 600 yen, children 100 yen, young children (5 years and younger) free of charge (as of 2/2/2023). 300 yen for the disabled upon presentation of a disability certificate. 【Parking】Available (Please check the official website for details.) 【TripAdvisor】Tsubosakadera Temple

About the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route Promotional Video This video, titled "(TKAR010) Long Version 'Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route Promotional Video' Japan" (（TKAR010）立山黒部アルペンルート long version "Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route promotional video" JAPAN), was released by "[Official] Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route Video Channel" (【公式】立山黒部アルペンルート絶景動画チャンネル). The Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route is a popular mountain sightseeing route with a series of 3,000-meter tall mountains. It offers observation decks with incredible views of the Tateyama Mountain range, a sightseeing route through a massive snow wall that appears at 0:48 in the video, and the stunning scenery of the Northern Alps. Check it out in the video! The Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route Sightseeing Route Photo：Kurobe-daira, cable car The Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route is a 37 km long mountain sightseeing route that starts from Tateyama Station in Toyama Prefecture and ends at Shinano-Omachi (信濃大町, Shinano-Omachi) in Nagano Prefecture. The route starts by taking the cable car from Tateyama Station on the Toyama Prefecture side, seen at 0:58 in the video, to Bijodaira (美女平, Bijodaira), and then to Tateyama Murodo (立山室堂,Tateyama Murodo) via Midagahara (弥陀ヶ原, Midagahara. Murodo is known as the highest station in Japan. You'll be able to enjoy a panoramic view of the Northern Alps from the sightseeing observation deck on Mt. Murodo (室堂山, Murodo-Yama). Explore the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route Using Local Transportation! Photo：Kurobe Lake and a ropeway Take the Tateyama Tunnel Trolley Bus from Murodo to Daikanbo Station, which can be seen at 1:42 in the video. The Tateyama Ropeway takes you to Kurobe-daira (黒部平, Kurobe-daira) from Daikanbo (大観峰, Daikanbo) in just 7 minutes. Take a ride on Japan's longest ropeway, a single-span ropeway with no aerial lift pylons, and experience the beautiful scenery. You can also take the Kurobe Cable Car from Kurobe-daira to Kurobeko (黒部湖, Kurobeko). The Highlight of the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route - The Great Snow Corridor Photo：Toyama Prefecture, Yuki no Oya The area around Snow Corridor of the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route has the most snowfall on the route. The snow that falls in winter forms two massive wall of snow, and even in mid-May, visitors can walk through a wall of snow more than 10 meters tall. The buses that run through the snow corridor were discontinued in April 2019, but you can still enjoy touring the sights on an environmentally-friendly hybrid bus. The bus may be cancelled depending on the weather, so be sure to check ahead of time and make reservations before your journey. After passing through the Kurobe Dam area of the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route, you'll be heading to Shinano Omachi, passing through the scenic landscape of Ogisawa (扇沢, Ogisawa) and the Hinatayama Plateau (日向山高原, Hinatayama Kougen). Summary of the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route Photo：Kurobe Dam and Tateyama Tourism on the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route peaks from winter through spring. You should expect there to be a large number of visitors on the route during the peak of the season, as many people will come to see the massive snow corridor. When the weather is nice in the summer, try the sightseeing route from the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route to the summit of Mt. Tsurugi (剱岳, Tsurugi-dake). We also recommend sightseeing in the fall when the Northern Alps are covered in beautiful autumn colors. As shown in the video, wildflowers, birds, and other wildlife that can only be seen here will make your trip unforgettable. 【Official Website】Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route Official Guide https://www.alpen-route.com/en/ 【Tripadvisor】Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g1121155-d1220498-Reviews-Tateyama_Kurobe_Alpine_Route-Tateyama_machi_Nakaniikawa_gun_Toyama_Prefecture_Ho.html

An introduction to Inawashiro Lake This video, titled "Lake of the Heart - Lake Inawashiro in Autumn" ([Lake of the Heart] 猪苗代湖PRムービー「秋編」 Lake Inawashiro in Autumn), was released by Koriyama City. It's a promotional video that focuses on the natural environment of Inawashiro Lake during the peak of its autumn foliage. Lake Inawashiro is the 4th largest lake in Japan, extending over the three municipalities of Aizuwakamatsu, Koriyama and Inawashiro. Nicknamed "Heavenly Mirror Lake" (天鏡湖, Tenkyoko), the lake boasts stunningly clear water, and its beautiful natural environments make it a year-round retreat. The view of Lake Inawashiro with its splendid display of autumn colors can be seen in the video as well. Enjoy the beauty of this destination during the autumn season! Popular Outdoor Activities Around Lake Inawashiro Source :YouTube screenshot A cruising tour navigates tourists through the diverse natural landscapes around the lake. Cruising on a turtle or swan-shaped boat will definitely be a highlight of your trip. The video starts with the swan boat elegantly swimming across the lake. A variety of outdoor activities are offered in the lakeside area including camping, and fishing, as well as row or pedal boats, and the auto campsite, "Lake Inawashiro Mobilage" caters to visitors who want to spend their holidays in the great outdoors. The Lake Inawashiro Area Photo：Autumn at Mt. Adatara Lake Inawashiro is also home to some popular sightseeing destinations as well. Mt. Adatara and Mt. Bandai (Both mountains being on the list of "One hundred famous mountains of Japan") offer a splendid overlook of Lake Inawashiro from their high elevation. As the hometown of the Nobel-prize laureate bacteriologist Noguchi Hideyo, Inawashiro-cho founded the Memorial Hall where visitors can learn about his life and achievements. Although not well known, Lake Hibara and Oguni-numa Pond are two attractive destinations for history buffs. Onsen & Local Dishes - Authentic Japanese Experiences Around Lake Inawashiro Source :YouTube screenshot There are some onsen (hot spring) hotels located in the area as well, many of which have a day pass admission plan as well. Spending a night at an onsen hotel helps you to fully appreciate the charms of the location. "Michi-no-Eki (Roadside Station) Inawashiro" is a good place to try the local dishes such as Soba or Kamameshi (a type of Japanese pilaf cooked with local "Aizu" chicken). The soba making process is demonstrated from 1:26 and you can see the flowering buckwheat field at 1:03 in the video. Taking a break at one of the lakeside cafes gives you a moment of peace with the fine view of Lake Inawashiro and Mt. Bandai. The Beauty of Lake Inawashiro Awaits You! Lake Inawashiro is a popular destination in Fukushima Prefecture, and its autumn landscapes displayed in the video are sure to make you want to drop by for a visit. Lake Inawashiro is the perfect destination for appreciating Japan's natural beauty. 【Official Website】Inawashiro-cho, Fukushima Prefecture http://translate.google.co.jp/translate?hl=ja&sl=ja&tl=en&u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.town.inawashiro.fukushima.jp%2F 【Official Website】Inawashiro Tourist Information https://bandaisan.or.jp/ib/en/?welcome=hide

自然溢れる国境の島「沖縄県与那国島」の紹介動画 こちらの動画は「観光WEB与那国」が公開した「与那国町観光PR動画」です。 日本の最南端に位置する沖縄県より更に最西端の離島、別名『国境の島』と呼ばれている与那国島は、大自然の溢れる日本屈指の観光スポットとなっています。 『日本で一番最初に黒潮と出逢う島』とも言われ、与那国島のシンボルでもある神が宿っていると言われる『立神岩』があり、自然と密接な関わりがあるスポットとなっています。 そんな日本の国境の島として有名な沖縄県の与那国島について、こちらの記事で詳しく紹介をいたします。 沖縄県与那国島の自然の魅力と観光スポットについて！ 沖縄県の離島である与那国島は、日本でも有数の大自然が残った観光地です。 都会の喧騒から離れてゆっくり観光をしたいと考えている人へおすすめの観光スポットが沢山。 放牧された馬や牛にハイビスカス、海面から約100mの高さの断崖絶壁がある与那国島の東端に位置する岬の東崎（あがりざき）、その反対の西端に位置する西崎（いりざき）、天然の展望台と呼ばれているインスタ映え間違い無しの絶景広がるティンダバナ。 どれも見どころたっぷりの人気スポットです。 他にも、まるで軍艦のような躍動感を感じさせる断崖絶壁の軍艦岩（サンニア台）、自然で形成された不思議な空間の海底遺跡、久部良にある久部良港、日本の最西端にある絶景の観光スポットとして有名なナーマ浜等、日本でも屈指の大自然を残す観光名所が多くあります。 沖縄県与那国島のグルメと歴史 美味しい食べ物と、古くから伝わる歴史的なイベントも見逃せません。 動画の1:18からご覧になれるカジキカマボコ、1:22からのクバもちは沖縄県与那国島を代表するグルメなので、ぜひお土産にどうぞ。 そして、動画の2:20から紹介されている、その年の豊年を感謝し来年の豊年を祈願する為の豊年祭、動画の2:25からの沖縄の伝統芸能の一つである旧盆エイサーなど、自然と歴史を大事にしたイベントが多くあることが分かるのでは無いでしょうか。 日本の古き良き伝統の残る与那国島は、どこか懐かしい安らぎを感じさせてくれます。 沖縄県与那国島の紹介まとめ 日本の最西端に位置する国境の島の沖縄県与那国島。 自然を多く残し、日本の古き良き伝統を堪能することが出来ることから、観光スポットとして根強い人気を誇ります。 海に囲まれていることからマリンスポーツも人気で、特にダイビングは綺麗な海を堪能出来るということで、人気となっています。 与那国島の比川は有名な日本のドラマの『Dr.コトー診療所』の舞台にもなっています。 大自然に囲まれた沖縄県与那国島、今回紹介した動画と記事で、沖縄県与那国島への観光へ訪れるきっかけとなればいただければ幸いです。

Kushiro City, Hokkaido This video “KUSHIRO Hokkaido Japan in 8K HDR - 釧路 [summer ver.]" (KUSHIRO Hokkaido Japan in 8K HDR - 釧路 [summer ver.]), produced by “KUSHIRO Hokkaido Japan,” is a promotional video of Hokkaido's "Kushiro city," located in the eastern area of Hokkaido. You can see sightseeing destinations and specialties of Kushiro City in high, 8k quality footage. Kushiro city, a city facing the Pacific Ocean, is located on the eastern side of Hokkaido. Here, you can enjoy the abundant nature of Kushiro city, and the wildlife unique to the area. Access to Hokkaido Kushiro city is best done by plane, using the Kushiro Airport. There are flights from Haneda Airport (Tokyo International Airport) and Itami Airport (Osaka International Airport) to Kushiro Airport. This video captures the charm of Kushiro City, Hokkaido, in under 4 minutes. It looks like summer, with the large green expanse spreading out to the horizon. We hope you enjoy the video clip of Kushiro city, Hokkaido, the largest wetland in Japan. The Most Famous Sightseeing Spot in Kushiro- Kushiro Marsh Photo：Kushiro Marsh, red crowned cranes “Kushiro Marsh” is the largest marsh in Japan, spanning 4 cities and towns in Hokkaido, including Kushiro city. This marsh is designated as natural wildlife reserve, and wildlife, such as “red crowned cranes” and “white tailed sea eagles,” that can be found no where else, live here. Also, it has been registered under the Ramsar Convention since 1980, to protect the important marsh through international cooperation. “Kushiro Marsh Observatory” is a popular spot among Kushiro city’s many sightseeing spots. From this observatory you can see a 360 degree view of Kushiro Marsh's scenery.Experience a spectacular view reminiscent of the Amazon. Also, this is one of the best spots in Hokkaido perfect for taking beautiful Instagram photos. The observatory hall displays a replica of precious flora and fauna from “Kushiro Marsh.” There are also Kushiro Marsh satellite observatories along the loop trail, which is 100% barrier-free, so be sure to check it out! Hosooka Observatory, near the Kushiro Marsh Station on Senmo Line, which runs through Kushiro Marsh, is another place we recommend. Enjoy the Great Outdoors From Kushiro Marsh's Hiking Course Photo：Kushiro Marsh, Hiking To those who want to experience the untamed lands of Kushiro Marsh directly, we recommend Onnenai wooden walkway and Tsurui track course at the "Onnenai Visitor Center." The Onnenai wooden walkway is a roughly 2 km course at Kushiro Marsh, and it takes you along a hiking course where you can breathe in the refreshing air of the Kushiro wetlands. Quite different from sightseeing in the city. The hiking course also has a 100% barrier-free route, so it's great for those using wheelchairs, or families with strollers. The Panoramic View From Kushiro Marsh's "Norokko Train" Photo：Kushiro Marsh Norokko Train Train fans don't want to miss the Kushiro Marsh Norokko Train. Norokko Train is a train that runs between Kushiro and Toro, and it is quite popular among the many trains of Hokkaido. The 36-degree view of Kushiro Marsh from the window makes you feel as if you have come to another world. If you're lucky, you might be able to see some of the wildlife in Kushiro Marsh. Enjoy Canoeing Down the Great Kushiro River Photo：Kushiro Marsh If you're a fan of the outdoors and want to move your body, we recommend Kushiro River’s canoe tour. In this river tour, you slowly sail through the calm waters of Kushiro River by canoe, and enjoy the nature of Kushiro. You can enjoy another view of “Kushiro Marsh” from the river, which is a vastly different take from the view at the observatory. The canoe tour has many plans: the 90 minute tour, 1 day tour, and the secret location tour. Choose the one that best fits your schedule, or even schedule around which plan you want to enjoy. Sightseeing in Kushiro City, Hokkaido Kushiro Marsh and Kushiro River are not the only sightseeing spots near Hokkaido's Kushiro City. At the foot of Oakandake, there is Lake Akan (Akanko) where spherical moss live, as well as the Akanko Hotspring village. Challenging hiking the Meakandake near the Oakandake is also nice. The mysterious lake “Onneto” is one of the 3 major secret lakes in Hokkaido, and changes its color by time and the angle you view it from. This is introduced from 1:03 in the video. There are many sightseeing spots where you can enjoy beautiful, scenic views, for example, Shakubetsu Hill which is popular among train enthusiasts as the best location for the Nemuro Line as it runs through fields. There 's also the popular fishing spot Onbetsu Shore, the 24 hour operated international Kushiro Harbor, the European style Musamai Bridge that spans the Kushiro River, and the Musamai Rotary, as well as the Takimi Bridge which is a great place to view the beautiful autumn leaves, and the Ainu Kotan village where only about 120 people live. Dining in Kushiro, Hokkaido Photo：Seafood rice bowl This video introduces not only Kushiro's great nature and places of interest, but also many of the city's popular local delicacies. At Kushiro Washo Market, there are many kinds of seafood on display, and Katte Don (a type of seafood bowl in which you pick your own choice of seafood) is a very popular dish. We highly recommend this seafood market, for both delicious seafood and sightseeing, when visiting Kushiro. The fishing industry is quite popular in Kushiro City, with the largest amount of saury landings in Japan. This is seen at 2:02 in the video. There are many other attractive dishes to try in Kushiro, for example, Kushiro soba and Kushiro ramen, soba sushi, Ganpeki Robata located in Kushiro Fisherman’s Warf, MOO, and Kushiro Robata’s robatayaki. By the way, did you know that the soul food of Hokkaido, zangi, originated in Kushiro? You can see these popular Kushiro delicacies from 1:15 in the video. Summary of Kushiro, Hokkaido Please watch this video to learn more about the wonders of Kushiro, which this article can't even begin to describe. There's a lot more to see in the video, and we highly recommend you watch it to see the Ainu’s traditional historical event "Iomante’s Fire Festival," from 3:27. If this video has you interested in Kushiro city, consider booking a trip there the next time you come to Japan! Hokkaido is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Japan, and there is a good selection of buses, car rental services, and hotels, so you won't have any trouble getting around. You'll be amazed at the charm, spectacular scenery, beauty, culture and history of Kushiro city, Hokkaido. 【Official Website】Hokkaido Kushiro City’s City Hall Website (English site) https://www.city.kushiro.lg.jp/machi/foreign%20languages/page2001.html 【Official Website】Kushiro/Akanko Travel Guide Official Website, SUPER FANTASTIC Kushiro Lake Akan (English site) https://en.kushiro-lakeakan.com/

Okushiri Island, Hokkaido The video “Okushiri Promotional Video (3 minutes)” is a sightseeing video introducing Okushiri Island, one of the remote islands of Hokkaido. This video was produced by "Okushiri Sightseeing Channel" (奥尻観光チャンネル). Okushiri Island is an island located in the Japan Sea, at the southwestern part of Hokkaido. The island's area is 143 km², making it the 5th largest island in Hokkaido. The population is 2,707 (as of April 2018). Most of the island is a beechwood forest, and it is noted for its pristine nature. This video is about 3 minutes long and introduces marine activities that can be enjoyed in the crystal clear waters of Okushiri Island. Please enjoy the sea of Okushiri Island, the clearest waters in Hokkaido! Activities to Enjoy on Okushiri Island Photo：Paddle surfing The Okushiri Sea is said to be the clearest in Hokkaido. And due to its beauty, it is often called "Okushiri Blue." Scenes of people enjoying sea kayaking in Okushiri’s beautiful sea is introduced in the video at 0:18. Chartered mini cruising, or enjoying the popular SUP (Stand Up Paddleboat) on the sea surface during sunset introduced at 1:22, are 2 activities that we recommend trying. Trying the Okushiri Foot Path, a leisurely walk through the rich natural beauty of Okushiri Island, is sure to make for a memorable experience. People wildly jumping into the beautiful sea from the cliff of rocks is shown at 0:46. Famous Sightseeing Spots Nearby Okushiri Island Photo：Nabetsuru Rock “Nabetsuru Rock,” shaped like the handle of a pot, is a symbol of Okushiri’s sea. Check out the view of the sea from Tamashimayama Observatory, great for taking Instagram pics. Standing by at the historical Miyatsubentengu or Okushiri Island Tsunami Memorial Hall is also recommended. Okushiri Island hosts the Okushiri Moonlight Marathon in June and the Murotsu Festival in July to pray for safe sailing and good fishing. We recommend visiting the island when these events are taking place. Popular Local Cuisine in Okushiri, Hokkaido! Photo：Seafood ingredients When traveling to Hokkaido, you can't miss out on the fresh seafood they have to offer. In Okushiri Island, you can try "fisherman's rice" with fresh sea urchins and abalone, the sea urchin rice bowl, and half-boiled Atka mackerel "shabu-shabu." Local gourmet foods such as Okushiri wine and Nabetsuru curry are also popular. Okushiri wine is Japan's only wine produced as a recovery effort after the 1993 Hokkaido Southwest Earthquake that struck Okushiri Island. Okushiri Winery is the only winery in Japan located on a remote island. Everything from grape cultivation to shipping is done on Okushiri Island, and you can also visit the factory. Okushiri Island is home to the comical local character named "Unimaru," who is based on a sea urchin. “About 2km from the ferry landing is Unimaru Park, where you can see the Unimaru statue in the shape of a sea urchin. There is a circular monument with 120 spikes that are lit up at night. As souvenirs of your trip, you can purchase “Unimaru” goods as well as seafood. Summary of Sightseeing at Okushiri Island, Hokkaido Enjoying the beautiful views and the marine activities at the amazing Okushiri Island are sure to make for an unforgettable experience. As you can see in the video, the appeal of Okushiri Island is that you can fully enjoy nature in a way that is hard to find nowadays. Access to Okushiri Island is about 2 hours by ferry from Esashi, if you come by the Hokkaido Esashi route. At Okushiri Island there are hotels and Japanese style inns (ryokan), as well as camping areas. Take your time and enjoy the natural beauty of Okushiri Island. 【Official website】Hokkaido Okushiri Town Town Hall website http://www.town.okushiri.lg.jp/hotnews/category/8.html 【Official website】Okushiri Island Sightseeing Association https://okushiri-imacoco.com/

Video introduction of "Hakkouda Hotel" in Aomori City, Aomori Prefecture The video “Hakkoda Hotel Promotional video” (「八甲田ホテルPR動画」), made by “spasukayu,” introduces Hakkoda Hotel at Mt. Hakkoda (八甲田山, Hakkodasan) in Aomori Prefecture in Japan's Tohoku region. The area around Hakkoda Hotel is rich with nature. Hakkoda Hotel is run by Sukayu Onsen, a company in Aomori Prefecture. It's a high-end resort hotel with a western-style log house architecture. The hotel is in the Hakkoda peaks and surrounded by a forest of beech trees, with a peak altitude of 920m. It's situated in Towada-Hachimantai National Park and is a part of the People’s Recreation Spa of Sukayu. The video shows the front desk, rooms, hot spring bath, restaurants, and bar of the hotel; all of which are beautiful. Be sure to watch the video to get a feel of what the hote lis like before visiting. Enjoy a Stay at Hakkoda Hotel in Aomori Prefecture! Source :YouTube screenshot At Hakkoda Hotel, you're welcome by a dog idol named “Fujiko.” Proceed to the front desk through the luxurious entrance hall introduced at 0:12 in the video. There are many artworks by Munakata Shiko, a woodblock-print artist, in the hotel, emitting a great atmosphere. The guest rooms at Hakkoda Hotel come in wide varieties: twin rooms, maisonettes, and special rooms with Japanese, Western, and Japanese-Western styles. The beautiful rooms are introduced at 0:33 in the video. Be sure to take some pictures for your Instagram! Gourmet Food and Hot Springs at Hakkoda Hotel, Aomori Source :YouTube screenshot At Hakkoda Hotel, there are restaurants where you can enjoy Japanese cuisine or a French lunch and dinner, as well as a bar and a hot spring bath that you can enjoy on a day trip. There is no dress code when you stay, and we recommend enjoying some French cuisine at “MeDeau” or some Japanese Kaiseki cuisine at “Japanese restaurant Shakomizu.” After enjoying some amazing cuisine, head to “Bar lounge PLATTO” and try some Japanese sake and cocktails. The restaurants are shown at 1:29 in the video. The most exciting part about staying is of course the hot spring. After filling up on some exquisite cuisine, enjoy physical and mental relaxation at the large public bath? There's a sauna as well! The hot spring bath is shown from 1:12 in the video. The hot spring quality is aluminum sulfate, and it's effective at treating neuralgia, muscle pain, joint pain, fatigue, sensitivity to cold, stiff shoulders, bruises, digestive disorders, hemorrhoids, paralysis, stiff joints, sprains, and good for recovery from diseases and health improvement. Summary of Hakkoda Hotel, Aomori Prefecture Source :YouTube screenshot The Hakkoda peaks are a popular tourist destination with beautiful fresh green leaves in early summer and gorgeous autumnal foliage in the fall. Being in the Hakkoda area in Aomori Prefecture, Hakkoda Hotel offers snorkeling experiences, bridal plans, and more. Take a trip to an elevated resort for a luxurious break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. There's a pick-up bus available as well. Please check the official website for information on accommodation plans, booking, rates and transportation access. ◆Hakkoda Hotel◆ 【Address】030-0198 1-1 Minamiarakawayama Oaza Arakawa Aomori city Aomori Prefecture 【Access】About 70 minutes by pick-up bus from Aomori Station on the JR Ouu line. 【Telephone No】017-728-2000 【Official website】Hakkoda Hotel https://www.japanican.com/hotel/japan/aomori/hakkoda-hotel

Video introduction to the Shimonoseki Straits Festival "Genpei Festival This video, titled "The Official Video of the Genpei Festival - Shimonoseki Straits Festival" )【公式】しものせき海峡まつり　源平まつり), was released by the city of Shimonoseki. The 4-minute video introduces highlights of the 2017 Genpei Matsuri ritual and other events, set to a solemn tune. What is the Shimonoseki Straits Festival "Genpei Festival"? What are the dates of the festival? Located at the westernmost tip of the Main Island, Shimonoseki in Yamaguchi Prefecture features a historical site where the famous sea battle "Dan-no-ura" occurred in 1185. At the Shimonoseki Straits Festival, annually scheduled from May 2nd-4th, performers with authentic clothing produce a surreal sight, as if the illustrations from the ancient scrolls are coming to life before our very eyes. The highlight of the festival is "Genpei Festival" on May 3 held at Kanmon Straits where the famous sea battle occurred. The warriors' parade, the reenactment of the sea battle of Dan-no-ura, and the archery battle between the warring clans (one scene from Studio Ghibli's Pompoko explicitly references this battle), and Senteisai (loosely translated as the "former emperor festival" and is held to commemorate the child Emperor Antoku who drowned at Dan-no-ura), attract a great number of onlookers. The video leads us over to the city where performers wearing the medieval costumes fill the streets. Enjoy your journey back in time through the video! Genpei Samurai Procession, a highlight of the Genpei Festival Source :YouTube screenshot The Genpei Festival is preceded by "Senteisai", where a ritual is held to offer prayers to the shrine in order to appease the soul of Emperor Antoku's. Samurai, courtesans, and adorable child soldiers are separated into the Genji and Heike clans and parade throughout the city. From 0:09, the video allows us a glance at the elaborate preparation process that turns the performers into historical characters, and at 1:26the parade begins. The parade depicts the two warring clans marching to the battlefield. The vigorous war cries of the warring clans captivate onlookers. Genpei Boat Battle, a highlight of the Genpei Festival Source :YouTube screenshot From 1:37 is the majestic reenactment of the climatic sea battle. The presence of historical characters such as the legendary monk warrior Benkei, the heroin Shizuka Gozen, and the child Emperor Antoku on the boats portraying the scene, energizes the event. The spectacular reenactment, with a fleet of about 200 ships sailed out on the wild waves, will definitely look great on Instagram. A series of events associated with the Genpei war take place on the main stage and the dance of the 5 gorgeous courtesans closes the performance. The main stage performances are introduced from 3:00. Festival performers are chosen from the public submissions. Summary of the Shimonoseki Straits and Genpei Festivals The video guides us through the Shimonoseki Straits Festival where one can experience one of Japan's most historically significant events. Enjoy time traveling back to the 12th century with this video! The main venues at the Genpei Festival are the Akama Shrine and Shimaitoshi Square. Transportation is blocked at some parts of the city during the festival, so we recommend checking the event schedule in advance if you're planning on using it.

Ehime Prefecture's Matsuyama City, Toon City, and Tobe Town! This video was created by "[Matsuyama City Official] Sightseeing PR Channel- matsuyama-sightseeing" (【松山市公式】観光PRチャンネル - matsuyama-sightseeing), and is a sightseeing PR video for Ehime, titled "Matsuyama City, Toon City, and Tobe Town. Wide Range Sightseeing Video"（「松山・東温・砥部」広域観光映像）. Matsuyama City is the capital of Ehime Prefecture, and the largest city in Shikoku, with a population of over 500,000. In the Edo period (1603-1868), it flourished as a castle town centered on Matsuyama Castle. Today still, it has a rich atmosphere with Matsuyama Castle and Dogo Onsen Bekkan Asukano Onsen, the oldest hot spring inn at Dogo Onsen. It's chock full of history. It is also has ties to important cultural figures such as Masaoka Shiki and Natsume Soseki, and has become a stage for many Japanese literatures, such as "Botchan" and "Sakano Ueno Kumo." It is visited by many tourists every year. In this video, we introduce the charms of Toon city, a mountain pass adjacent to Matsuyama city, and Tobe town, referred to as the village of pottery and mandarin oranges. Let's visit the popular tourist spots around Matsuyama city! Spring Highlights - Shigenobugawa Riverbed Cherry Trees Photo：Matsuyama Castle Matsuyama Castle is famous as the largest tourist spot in Ehime Prefecture. It's introduced from the beginning of the video, at 0:10. Historic Japanese buildings also attract many visitors every year. The beauty of the illuminated Matsuyama Castle Garden and the sunset is a sight to behold. 2:13 in the video has some superb views of these. Matsuyama city is warm and has little rainfall, making it a comfortable place to stay, and you can enjoy various activities there as well. In particular, the cherry blossoms lining the Shigenobu River connecting Toon City and Matsuyama City is spectacular. It is a must-see for anyone sightseeing in Matsuyama City. The video also shows some stunning cherry blossom spots from 0:15. In addition, you can see the natural scenery of Choushi Falls in Tobe Town, the fresh greenery of the Hirota area, Mt. Tobe, and the cabbage fields in the area. As you can see, there are many instagrammable places to see around Matsuyama City in the spring. Shiogamori Furusato Park, the Youkou cherry blossoms of Akasaka Izumi, and the Nanaori Koume are also worth checking out when sightseeing in Matsuyama. Summer Highlights - The Mitsuhama Fireworks Festival Photo：Mitsuhama Fireworks Festival Matsuyama city in summer is also full of attractions! Our top recommendation is the Mitsuhama Fireworks Festival, the climax of the Matsuyama Port Festival. You can see a magnificent view of 10,000 fireworks coloring the night sky in Matsuyama City. This is shown at 0:53 in the video. It's a popular event visited by about 230,000 people. Ehime Prefecture is one of the most prominent mountainous areas in Japan, and there are many terraced paddy fields on steep slopes. At sunset, you can see a stunning collaboration of ears of rice, the fresh green of the surrounding mountains and the reddish-brown sky, and you will be able to see the original landscape of Japan that was almost forgotten. At sunset, you can see a collaboration between the ears of rice and surrounding mountains as they blend in with the madder red sky to create a scenery of a Japan long forgotten. Taking a leisurely stroll along the riverside in Mitsu is a great way to cool off as well. Autumn Highlights - Autumn Leaves in the Namegawa Valley Photo：Namegawa Valley The fall of Matsuyama, where the sea and the mountains are close together. Autumn is a colorful season in Matsuyama. The sea and mountains are nearby, and the changing of the leaves makes for a wonderful sight. There are plenty of places to visit as well, such as Namegawa Valley, Karasaki Falls, Senba Valley, Touritani Pond, Shiraino Falls, and more. The red color of Matsuyama, Ehime Prefecture is introduced at 1:47 in the video. Fall is also sports season! That being said, it's nice to go jogging while enjoying the autumn leaves at Toon City General Park. You can also experience the winter season with the entirety of Namegawa Valley covered in snow from 2:27. Enjoying the beauty of nature throughout the four seasons is one of the attractions of Matsuyama, Toon, and Tobe in Ehime Prefecture. Sightseeing Information for Tobe-Cho Tobe is known for its pottery and mandarin oranges. The vast orange fields in Tobe are introduced at 2:41 in the video. Tobe ware, a traditional Japanese craft and intangible cultural property, is a style of pottery with a history of more than 240 years. To this day, Tobe is still one of Japan's leading pottery towns. The workshop in Tobe, where you can experience pottery making, is a popular tourist spot, and there are plenty of souvenirs made using Tobe-cho's specialty oranges. Dining in Matsuyama Matsuyama City is also known as a fishing town, being home to both Matsuyama and Mitsuhama Ports. The red sea bream is particularly famous, so when you come to Matsuyama, we recommend trying out the famous sea bream rice near the hotels, historical sites, and Dogo Onsen. Summary of Sightseeing in Matsuyama Photo：Matsuyama city In this article, we introduced sightseeing spots in Matsuyama city, Toon city, and Tobe town in Ehime prefecture, and in the video, we're shown beautiful 8K images of them. Matsuyama City is a place where you can enjoy seafood and local cuisine with little rainfall throughout the year. There are many sightseeing spots besides Matsuyama Castle and Dogo Onsen too, so we recommend checking them out when you have time. Be sure to watch the video created by the "Municipal Tourism Cooperation Promotion Council" led by Matsuyama City. Are you packing your bags for Ehime yet? 【Official Website】Matsuyama City, Ehime City http://translate.google.co.jp/translate?hl=ja&sl=ja&tl=en&u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.city.matsuyama.ehime.jp%2F

Hon-Yabakei, Oita. One of Japan's Most Beautiful Sightseeing Destinations The video “Drone Trip 本耶馬渓（大分県 中津市）,” was created by “大分県中津市” (Nakatsu City, Oita Prefecture) as a promotional video to introduce recommended sightseeing spots at the popular sightseeing destination Hon-Yabakei. Hon-Yabakei, with its unique landscape due to lava flow, as well as its collection of historical landmarks, is an immensely popular sightseeing destination. Yabakei is located in Kyushu’s Oita Prefecture, Nakatsu City, Kusu Town (大分県中津市・玖珠町, Oita-ken Nakatsu-shi Kusu-machi). The vast scenic area of historical and cultural importance was even designated as a Heritage Sight of Japan in the year 2017. Besides Yabakei, other famous sightseeing spots, such as Aonodomon Tunnel (青の洞門, Aonodomon), Fururakan (古羅漢, Fururakan), and Kyoshuho Cliff (競秀峰, Kyoshuho), all come together to make up Nakatsu, Oita’s Hon-Yabakei. In this video, drone recordings and time-lapses are used to introduce Oita’s Hon-Yabakei. The video is chock-full of impressive aerial views. Information About Hon-Yabakei, Oita’s Foremost Sightseeing Location Photo：Aonodomon Tunnel Shown at 0:06 in the video, as the camera moves along the Yamakuni River (山国川, Yamakuni-gawa), what comes into view on the right-hand side is the Aonodomon Tunnel, which is especially popular in the fall. The Aonodomon Tunnel is one of Hon-Yabakei's representative sightseeing spots. It was constructed during the Edo period (1603 – 1868) to enable monks to safely cross the treacherous cliffs along the river. Though dug by hand by stonemasons using only chisels and hammers, the tunnel was completed in a mere 30 years. After completion, tolls were collected for passage, making this tunnel Japan’s very first toll road. Next is Yabakei Bridge (耶馬渓橋, Yabakei-bashi), characterized by its 8 arches. This bridge is also known as the Holland Bridge (オランダ橋, Oranda-bashi), and is one of the "Top 100 Famous Bridges in Japan." The Yabakei Bridge is also Japan’s longest stone-masonry bridge. This is introduced at 0:23 in the video. Hon-Yabakei, Oita’s Popular Sightseeing Spot: Fururakan Photo：Rakan-ji Temple At the top of the mountain lies the Fururakan View (古羅漢の景, Fururakan no kei). After viewing the Rakan statues, you can pass through Tenjin Bridge (天人橋, Tenjin-bashi) and the stone mountain gate of Fururakan. Tenjin Bridge is the main entrance to Rakan-ji Temple (羅漢寺, Rakan-ji), a mysterious area where man and nature coexist. Here, you can worship with peace of mind. From 0:35 in the video, you can see the Fururakan towering over the mountains and expanse of nature. Next is the Running Dog View (犬走りの景, Inu-hashiri no Kei), a low-water crossing named for its river stones which are shaped like dogs. On bicycle, you can proceed to the entrance of the Kyoshuho Cliff Exploration Path (競秀峰探勝道, Kyoshuho tansho-do). Go through the mountain path full of greenery and proceed to an area where ancient statues of Buddha and other deities remain. Then, travel down the chain to reach the steep cliff "The Rock of Jin" (陣の岩, Jin no iwa). The Rock of Jin at Kyoshuho Cliff offers a 360-degree panoramic view that'll definitely look great on Instagram. This is a popular spot not only for people in Japan, but also people from overseas as well as mountain climbers. The Kyoshudo Cliff Exploration Path also has a beginner’s course that takes only about 70 minutes. It's a rock exploration course where you can experience Mother Nature. Summary of Hon-Yabakei, Oita Photo：Kyoshuho Cliff Hon-Yabakei is located in Nakatsu, Oita in the Kyushu region of Japan. It's 1.5 hours from Fukuoka Airport by limited express train (特急列車, Tokkyu-ressha), and 45 minutes away from Oita Station, similarly by limited express train. As seen in the video, this is an incredibly scenic area full of mysterious mountains. However, as it is not yet particularly well-known in Japan, it can be said to be a hidden sightseeing area. The sight of autumn leaves clinging to the steep cliffs is especially popular, with many tourists visiting in the fall. Furthermore, in recent years, Nemophila​ flowers (ネモフィラ, Nemofira) have been blooming in the fields in front of the Kyoshuho Cliff (Aonodomon Tunnel). The Nemophila Festival, to celebrate these refreshing blue flowers, is held from mid-April to Golden Week, and it has become a new sightseeing attraction. You can feel the majesty and beauty of this scenic area in the video. We hope that were were able to convey the charm of Hon-Yabakei through this article and video. Experience the mysteries of nature in the lava plateau of Hon-Yabakei! 【Official Website】Oita Prefecture, Nakatsu City Municipal Office Homepage https://www.city-nakatsu.jp/ 【Tripadvisor】Hon-Yabakei https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g1023431-d1424981-Reviews-Honyaba_Valley-Nakatsu_Oita_Prefecture_Kyushu.html

An Oasis in Tokyo "Akiruno City Tourism PR Video" The video “[4K] Akiruno city-the unknown Tokyo / JAPAN / Akiruno City Sightseeing PR Video（[4K] Akiruno city - the unknown Tokyo/ JAPAN / あきる野市観光PR動画）" released by "NAKAJI" mainly focuses on recommended sightseeing spots such as the natural scenery of the Kanto region and the city of Akiruno in Tokyo. If you watch the video, you'll be surprised by the natural beauty of greenery that you couldn't possibly attribute to Tokyo. Akiruno is recommended as a place to relax and get away from the crowds. This article introduces sightseeing spots in Akiruno where you can enjoy nature, history, culture and delicious food. More About Akiruno, Tokyo Source :YouTube screenshot Akiruno, Tokyo is a place rich with nature, about 40 to 50 km west of central Tokyo. With a population of about 80,600 (March, 2020), the climate is colder than in central Tokyo, and the altitude is high, so the area is not so hot in the summer. Akigawa and Itsukaichi merged in 1995 to form Akiruno. The name of the city is derived from the fact that "Akiru Shrine" was located in the former town of Itsukaichi. It is a recommended travel destination for those who are tired of urban life, and has places such as instagram spots and stylish cafes that can be seen in the video. Photo：Yozawa River Speaking of Akiruno's symbol, the clear stream Akigawa, the largest tributary of the Tama River, definitely comes to mind. It flows about 20 km from Hinohara Village to Akiruno, and the surrounding scenery is superb. You can see various landscapes depending on the season, such as fresh greenery in the spring and autumn leaves in the fall. In addition, Ishibune Bridge in the Akigawa Valley is one of the places to see when you go to Akiruno. It is a must-go-to location for checking out the scenery of the river and the autumn leaves that you can see from the top of Ishibune Bridge. The lush nature of Akigawa and the surrounding area can be seen at 0:12 in this video. Akiruno is also famous for Shiroyama. Shiroyama in the Togura district, is a mountain that used to be called "Togura Castle". From the top of Shiroyama, if the weather is nice, you can see the city center, and you will be impressed by the superb view. Since the altitude is not high and it is a gentle mountain trail, it is also a recommended route for beginners climbing and hiking. In addition, "Yamasaki no Oukashi," "Itsukaichi Basin," "Otake Limestone Cave," and "Akirudai Park" are other recommended scenic spots. Information About Recommended Sightseeing Spots in Akiruno, Tokyo Source :YouTube screenshot One of the recommended spots when visiting Akiruno is Seotonoyu. Seotonoyu, located near the Akigawa Valley, is a popular hot spring facility surrounded by greenery. The quality of the hot spring is highly talked about, and its modern interior is also very popular. It is a must-visit place when visiting Akiruno. Other recommended sightseeing spots include Kotoku Temple, Daihigan Temple, Ryushuin Temple, Fukazawa Small Art Museum, Akigawabashi River Park Barbecue Land, and Tokyo Summerland. Also, if you want to enjoy gourmet food in Akiruno, we recommend Kurochaya, where you can eat exquisite Japanese food. Cuisine using river fish such as sweetfish and the famous Tama Yuzu cider are popular. You can also enjoy the atmosphere at an old house. There is also a place in the garden where you can view the bamboo forest. The video also introduces plenty of these local gourmets from 1:37. Akigawa corn, norabou greens and Akigawa pears are also popular foods in Akiruno. Summary of Akiruno Photo：Akiruno・Autumn Colors at Ishibune Bridge "[4K] Akiruno city-the unknown Tokyo / JAPAN / Akiruno sightseeing PR video" is a video introducing recommended sightseeing spots in Akiruno, Tokyo. In addition to the ones introduced in this article, there are also traditional events such as Ninomiya Shrine Fall Festival (Ginger Festival), Shoichiiiwabashiri Shrine Festival (Ina Festival), and Akiru Shrine Festival (Itsukaichi Festival). Akiruno is full of nature. It has access from the city center, and it is a hidden healing location. Why not give it a visit? 【Official Website】Akiruno-shi, Tokyo https://www.city.akiruno.tokyo.jp/ 【Tripadvisor】Akiruno-shi https://www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g1060923-Akiruno_Tokyo_Prefecture_Kanto-Vacations.html

About the Enticing Promotional Video of Nishiki There's probably a lot of people who want to enjoy an amazing experience Japan, yet don’t know where to go... For a fulfilling trip to Japan, you're gonna want to do at least a little bit of research about the country. This can be done through a variety of methods such as books, review sites, and videos that introduce aspects of Japanese culture. In this article, we'll introduce the video “Nishiki, Kumamoto Japan　錦町プロモーション”, created by “NISHIKI KUMAMOTO JAPAN.” This video contains information about Kumamoto Prefecture, specifically Nishiki Town, in the Japan's Kyushu region. Whether you’re specifically interested in Nishiki, or if you’re interested in touring Japan as a whole, definitely check out this video. Highlights of the Video Source :YouTube screenshot “Nishiki, Kumamoto Japan　錦町プロモーション” is a 2-minute 50-second video about Nishiki As it introduces all the unique features of Nishiki, do take the time to view this video before visiting Japan. There are a multitude of Insta-worthy, scenic areas of abundant nature. As for crafts, from 0:35 in the video, the process of a potter creating one of his works is shown, and from 0:46 in the video, a craftsman creating a knife in a foundry can be seen. From 1:23, a swordsman appears, carrying a powerful sword. What is Nishiki? Source :YouTube screenshot Nishiki can be found in the southern area of Kumamoto Prefecture. To the south is a mountainous area reaching an elevation of 1,000m, and to the north is the Hitoyoshi Basin that the Kuma River runs through. This is a sightseeing area famous for its swordsmen and fruit villages. Fruit-picking is available in certain seasons, so for those interested, definitely check this place out. Nishiki’s Ohira Valley is a famous spot where you can enjoy camping. Savor the magnificent scenery of Nishiki to your heart’s content! The fireflies in summer, the red-and-gold leaves of the Shingu-ji Temple, and the gingko trees in autumn are all beautiful sights shown from 1:13. For those who want to experience the mysteries of nature, we recommend the Nishiki Himitsukichi Museum shown at 0:31 in the video. As seen from 0:54, you might even get the chance to see bats. Source :YouTube screenshot For those who want to learn more about Japan’s history, definitely check out the Kuwahara Family Residence . The residence is built in the architectural style of the later years of the Edo period (around 1750 to 1850), and has been designated as one of Japan’s Important Cultural Properties. At the Hitoyoshi Naval Air Station Secret Base Museum , visitors can find out more about Japan in the final stages of World War 2. The Tsuchiya Kannon-do , with more than 550 years of history, is another spot we recommend. There's some delicious food waiting for you when you get to Nishiki as well. Be sure to check out Nishiki Horumon Street, where there are many restaurants serving horumon (beef or pork offal) dishes. Things to Note When Visiting Nishiki Source :YouTube screenshot Here are some things to note before going sightseeing in Nishiki. Before setting off, besides the video introduced here, there are other sources to check for information. Nishiki’s homepage contains information about various sightseeing areas. When planning your sightseeing schedule, be sure to pay attention to each area's opening hours as well as regular holidays. The next point of note is what to do in Nishiki. For those who enjoy physical activity, there are places such as the Rafting HEART sports complex, as well as Nishiki Kurando Park. For those who want to check out Nishiki’s specialty products, make sure your stop by the Roadside Station Nishiki Farmer’s Market. Located right beside Roadside Station Nishiki, various specialty goods can be purchased at the market. This area is also known for its abundant wild roses, the sight of which can be enjoyed from late May to early June. Also, do make sure to plan the right time for your trip if you hope to view autumn scenery, summer fireflies, or take part in events such as the Nishiki Festival. Furthermore, traditional crafts such as akazu yaki, as seen from 0:35 in the video, are also famous. At the Toshogama Factory, you can even try your hand at pottery. Summary of the Introduction to Nishiki Source :YouTube screenshot In Nishiki, there are many charming sightseeing spots, so do include this town on your list of places to visit in Japan. There are so many interesting areas that it’s impossible to visit them all in one day. Around Nishiki there are many hotels and ryokans available, so we recommend planning an overnight stay. Furthermore, the Hometown Tax is applicable to souvenirs, the local cuisine, as well as fruits such as peaches, pears and chestnuts. Definitely check those out as well! The video introduced in this article neatly captures the charm of Nishiki, so for those interested in Japanese culture and/or wilderness, do take a look. You're sure to feel the urge to make a trip to Nishiki. 【Official Website】 Kumamoto Prefecture Kuma Village Office http://www.kumamura.com/gyousei/

About Misato, Akita Prefecture “The Promotional Video for Misato, Akita Prefecture（秋田県美郷町プロモーションビデオ）” produced by “Misato Hall” is a video introducing popular sightseeing spots in Misato, Akita Prefecture in Japan's Tohoku Region. Misato is a tourist destination in Japan that has plenty of perfect spots for Instagram, and for enjoying the beautiful scenery. It is a town with an estimated population of about 20,000 (As of May 2015). This is a must-see spot for those who want to get outside and relax! This article introduces the recommended sightseeing spots and famous places to visit in Misato, Akita Prefecture. Enjoy One of the "Top 100 Waters of Japan" in Misato, Akita Prefecture Photo：Niteko Shimizu, Rokugo Yūsui Spring There are 126 springs around Misato, Akita Prefecture, and there are many places where you can see beautiful springs. Misato formerly know as Rokugō (六郷町, Rokugō-machi), has been called "The Home of a Hundred Springs" since ancient times. The fresh water gushing out of the pool and the trees surrounding it are full of greenery. In the slow-moving countryside, the natural sound of flowing spring water soothes people's hearts. Some famous spring water spots in Misato are: "Rokugo Yusui Spring," "Kogane Shimizu (Shimizu no Sato)," "Fuji Shimizu," "Niteko Shimizu," "Hatachiya-Shimizu," "Odaidokoro Shimizu," and "Meisui Ichiba Yūtaro." These are listed under "Japan's 100 Exquisite Well-conserved Waters," "100 Selected Best Water Spots," "100 Best Water Source Forests," "100 Restorative Waters," and "100 Best Promenades for Walking." You can also see the beautiful fish “Ibaratomiyo” (Harizakko), that lives in the beautiful clear spring water. This video introduces famous springs in Misato, Akita Prefecture, starting at 0:39. Popular Sightseeing Spots in “Shimizu No Sato,” Misato, Akita Prefecture Photo：Lavender field Misato, Akita Prefecture, a highly recommended place for sightseeing, is full of spots where you can enjoy beautiful, natural scenery and history. Misato's lavender farm is a superb sightseeing spot that represents Misato. From here you can see the lavender blooming across a vast expanse of land. The best time to enjoy the beautiful scenery here is mid-June to mid-July every year. The contrast between white lavender and purple lavender is beautiful. You can see this in the video from 1:25. Matsunamiki, introduced in the video from 1:51, is a pine tree lined avenue that has been selected as one of the 100 most beautiful tree streets in Japan and is a great place to enjoy natural scenery. Also the Sakamoto Tōgaku Residence, introduced at 2:11, is the mansion of an innovator from the Meiji Period. You can really feel the history here. There are plenty of other spots that we recommend, where you can feel the rich culture and history of Japan! There's: "Ōu Sanroku," "Ōdaino-hiroba," "Senboku Plain," "Suwa Shrine," "Misato Lodging Facilities, Wakuasu," "Michi-no-eki Karinosato Sennan," "Ichirizuka," "Taiko arched bridge," "Rokugo Onsen Attaka-Yama," "Misato Tourism Association," "Senhata hot spring," and many more! Popular Events in Shimizu No Sato, Misato, Akita Prefecture Photo：Rokugo no Kamakura We also recommend participating in events and other festivals in Misato, Akita Prefecture. "Rokugo no Kamakura" is a traditional event that has been designated as an important intangible folk culture asset. It is a new year event that has lasted more than 700 years, and it is held every year from February 11th to the 15th. There are other events held in Misato, such as "Shimizu Festival," the river festival "Funekko Nagashi," and the "The All-Prefecture singing competition." Rice is another thing in Misato, Akita Prefecture that we recommend. The rice grown with the exquisite clean water tastes excellent. It's introduced at 2:36 in the video. Summary of Misato, Akita Prefecture The Promotional video for Misato, Akita Prefecture, produced by "Misato Hall," is a promotional video filled with the attractions in Misato, Akita prefecture. In this video, you can see the various sights that were introduced in this article. Be sure to visit and find your favorite spot! There is a lot of culture and history to be seen in the nature-filled town of Misato in Akita Prefecture. If you're feeling tired from your work or whatever else life is throwing at you, consider making a trip to Misato, Akita Prefecture, and experiencing the rich nature that will heal both your body and soul! 【Tripadvisor】Misato https://www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g1121579-Misato_cho_Higashiusuki_gun_Miyazaki_Prefecture_Kyushu-Vacations.html

Kujira-Jima, a Desert Island in the Seto Inland Sea This video, "The desert island in the Seto Inland Sea that you can reserve: KUJIRA-JIMA’ promotion video 3-minute version" (【瀬戸内 貸切 無人島 KUJIRA-JIMA】プロモーションビデオ　3分Ver.) created by “瀬戸内 貸切 無人島 KUJIRA-JIMA” will introduce you to Kujira-jima, a desert island drifting in the Seto Inland Sea. There are many islands in the Seto Inland Sea, and they are increasingly being recognized as the mecca of Instagrammable scenery. Kujira-jima, one of those many islands, is a desert island that can be reserved by one group per day. For those who want to have a special experience enjoying activities and glamping on a private beach in Japan, don't forget to reserve the little-known yet incredible Kujira-jima! This video shows 4 youngsters having the time of their life on this reserved island. Spending the night on a desert island…Sounds like a dream doesn't it? Immerse yourself in the experience of renting a desert island through this video! What Is Kujira-Jima? Source :YouTube screenshot Kujira-jima is a camping spot that can only be reserved by one group per day. It’s located about 30 minutes by boat from Uno Port (宇野港, Unoko) in Okayama Prefecture (岡山県, Okayamaken) in Japan's Chugoku region (中国地方, Chugokuchiho). Enjoy unique experiences and activities while camping on this small desert island. Some people even rent the island to hold wedding parties or private live events. Escape from the bustle of the city and spend a fruitful time with your friends and family while gazing at the rich landscape surrounding the sea. Special Activities at Kujira-Jima's Beach! Source :YouTube screenshot You can enjoy various activities on this desert island surrounded by the Seto Inland Sea. Experience anything you like- sea kayaking, SUP (standup paddle boarding), fishing and more- all while gazing into the scenery of the Seto Inland Sea. You can observe this from 0:47 in the video. As you can see from 2:45 in the video, one attraction of Kujira-jima is that you can sway in a hammock and feel the sea breeze on your skin, an extraordinary experience that you just can't have in the city. Source :YouTube screenshot As demonstrated at 2:16 in the video, we recommend that you enjoy the night with a barbecue using plenty of the popular Seto Inland Sea dishes. You can also make a separate reservation to use the catering service. If the weather is nice, how about a campfire after your meal? Tourist Attractions of the Seto Inland Sea Photo：Evening view of Seto Ohashi There are many tourist attractions around the Seto Inland Sea, where Kujira-jima is located. It’s full of tourist spots that you're sure to want to visit, such as Awajishima Island (淡路島, Awajishima) which is the biggest island in the Seto Inland Sea, Akashi Kaikyo Bridge (明石海峡大橋, Akashikaikyoohashi), the Naruto whirlpools (鳴門の渦潮, Narutonouzushio) which is one of the three major world currents, Shodoshima Island (小豆島, Shodoshima) which is famous as the setting for the movie "Twenty-Four Eyes" (二十四の瞳, Nijushinohitomi), Teshima Island (豊島,Teshima), Naoshima Island (直島, Naoshima), Megijima Island (女木島, Megijima), all three of which are famous for modern art, Aoshima Island (青島, Aoshima) which is famous as the island of cats, and Okunoshima Island (大久野島, Okunoshima) which is famous as the island of rabbits. Be sure to check some of these out when you visit Kujira-jima! Summary of Kujira-Jima Source :YouTube screenshot If you could reserve a desert island, how would you spend your day there? This video introduces many ideas on how to spend a special time at this reservable desert island in Japan. Seto Inland Sea has a stable climate and calm waves, so you can enjoy your time there in peace. If this video sparked your interest in Kujira-jima, why not create an original plan with your friends and family, and set out on a magical trip to spend a special time at this gorgeous beach? The accommodation fee and rental fees differ by plan and season, so be sure to check the official website. 【Official Website】The desert island in the Seto Inland Sea that you can reserve: KUJIRA-JIMA https://www.kujira-jima.jp/ 【Official Website】Setouchi City, Okayama Prefecture City Hall Homepage http://www.city.setouchi.lg.jp/kurashi/

Video introduction of sightseeing information of "Narusawa Village" in Minamitsuru-gun, Yamanashi Prefecture This video introduces Narusawa, Narumitsuru county, Yamanashi in Japan's Kanto region, using time lapse and an air footage from a drone. It was produced by “Narusawa Sightseeing Site.” The title of the video is “Narusawa tour PR movie（鳴沢村観光PRムービー）”. Narusawa, Minamitsuru in Yamanashi is located at the bottom of Mt. Fuji, surrounded by nature. Narusawa, Minamitsuru, Yamanashi, in Fuji Hakone Izu national park, has an elevation of ~3,300 ft. Be sure to watch the video as you follow along with this article to learn more about Narusawa, a place where many tourists come to visit and enjoy the view of the beautiful, World Cultural Heritage site, Mt.Fuji. Sightseeing at Narusawa, Yamanashi Photo：Narusawa Ice Cave Aokigahara Forest is a very dense and wide sea of trees. "Narusawa Ice Cave," which you can see in the video at 0:19, is a sacred place created by nature. We recommend walking around Fujigoko, Sankodai, Gokodai as well as one of the hiking routes of Mt. Fuji to experience the magnificent Japanese nature. Enjoy the Beautiful View of Mt. Fuji in Narusawa, Yamanashi Photo：Mt. Fuji Fuji, which takes on different appearances depending on the season and time of day, is great for taking Instagram photos. Watch the video at 0:31 to see how the shadow of Mt Fuji appears over Susono city. The shadow of Mt. Fuji floating in a sea of clouds is a very rare view only available from a viewpoint close to the top of another mountain. Pearl Fuji, which can be seen at 0:37 in the video, shows a full moon seemingly resting on the top of Mount Fuji. It's a spectacular view that can only be seen if the weather is just right. One of the appeals of climbing Mount Fuji is that you can enjoy the magnificent nature. (Also the bragging rights that come with it). There are several different ways to enjoy sightseeing at Mt. Fuji. If you are climbing Mt Fuji, look up the stars from the 5th station. Enjoy the cherry blossom views of Tongenji Temple when the temperatures warm up in the spring, watch the maple leaves turn a magnificent red in the fall, admire the scenery of the nearby villages, or enjoy the views around Mt. Fuji. Activities and Gourmet Food in Narusawa, Yamanashi Photo：Hoto noodle Try different activities in the nature of Narusawa, Yamanashi. Fujiten Snow resort, Forest Adventure Fuji, Narusawa Ikiki park, and Okuniwa nature park (which you can see in the video at 2:02) are all great places you can visit. Unsurprisingly, several golf courses are also available in the magnificent nature of Narusawa, Yamanashi, so if you enjoy playing golf be sure to check it out. For gourmet food, we recommend you visit Koyodai Tenbo Rest house and Roadside Station Narusawa in the Fuji Goko area. The local specialty cuisine includes “Hoto noodles” and “Yoshida Udon.” Roadside Station Narusawa also has the “Narusawa Museum of Mt Fuji” where you can learn about the history and nature of Mt. Fuji and the surrounding area. There is a life-sized model of dinosaur, a natural walking path in a lava tube, and an observatory to enjoy a whole view of Mt. Fuji. Fun events that occur throughout the year in Narusawa include: “Narusawa Tsutsuji Festival,” “Narusawa Harvest Festival,” “Narusawa Agriculture Festival,” “Fuji Narusawa Koyo Roadrace,” and the “Blueberry Festival.” We also recommend booking a hotel or ryokan near Kyuka village and enjoying the natural hot springs. Summary of Narusawa, Yamanashi As you can see in the video, there is so much to see and enjoy in the nature around Mt. Fuji. Which sightseeing spot captured your attention? There are many more popular tourist attractions such as “Blueberry picking,” “Hot springs Yurari,” where you can relax in an onsen with the spectacular Mt. Fuji right in front of your eyes, the “Paddy field,” “Narusawa indoor tennis court,” and more. Be sure to visit Narusawa and discover your favorite tourist spot! If you want to enjoy the fascinating natural scenery to your heart's content, please visit these popular locations in Narusawa, Yamanashi 【Official Website】Narusawa, Narumitsuru, Yamanashi, Town Hall Website https://www.vill.narusawa.yamanashi.jp/forms/top/top.aspx 【Official Website】Home page, Narusawa Official Sightseeing site Narusawa Sansaku Guide https://www.narusawa-kanko.jp/

山口県岩国市の「錦帯橋の鵜飼」とは？ 「岩本カメラ」が制作する「岩国市　観光　錦帯橋の鵜飼」では、日本の伝統漁法である鵜飼を中心に山口県岩国市の観光スポットを紹介しています。 緑豊かな山々に囲まれた土地で体験できるイベントはとても魅力的。 動画を見たら岩国市に行ってみたいと思うはずです！ 「錦帯橋の鵜飼」で有名な山口県岩国市はどんな場所？ 山口県の岩国市は緑が豊かな自然に囲まれた観光地です。 雄大な山々や穏やかに流れる錦川など風情のある景観は心を穏やかにしてくれます。 岩国市の名所といえば日本三名橋に選ばれている錦帯橋が挙げられるでしょう。 錦帯橋は国内屈指の木造橋で、遊覧船や川岸から見られる独特な風景には目を奪われます。 伝統工法の木組みによって支えられる歴史ある橋は、岩国市を旅行したら必ずおさえておきたいスポットです。 また、岩国市は8月になると錦川水の祭典で花火大会が行われ、多くの観光客が訪れます。 美しい自然に溢れる公園や温泉など魅力が盛りだくさん。 歴史的な建造物が見られる吉香公園は桜の名所として有名で、お花見の季節になると多くの人で賑わいます。 こちらの動画でも岩国市の自然や錦帯橋などが美しい映像で見ることができますよ。 山口県の「錦帯橋の鵜飼」で伝統行事の風景を楽しむ 動画の2:03より紹介されている錦帯橋の鵜飼は、日本の伝統的な漁法です。 美しい日本の原風景を見ることができるので、観覧客がたくさん訪れます。 篝火（かがりび）で照らし出された錦川で、烏帽子の伝統装束姿の鵜匠が鵜を見事に操り、鮎を捕獲していく様子は幻想的な美しさがあります。 夏の風物詩と言われる錦帯橋の鵜飼は、神秘的でインスタ映えする写真がたくさん撮れるはずですよ。 山口県岩国市で人気のイベントやおすすめスポット 山口県岩国市には錦帯橋の鵜飼以外にも、楽しめるスポットがたくさんあります。 動画の3:21より紹介されている花火大会は迫力満天の人気のイベント。 周りの美しい景色と一緒に楽しめる花火大会は贅沢な気分に浸れます。 岩国市を観光するなら岩国城も必見でしょう。 岩国城では錦帯橋を一望することができるのでご覧になってみてください。 山口県岩国市「錦帯橋の鵜飼」のまとめ 日本らしい風情のある景観を楽しめる山口県岩国市。 日本の伝統的な漁法である鵜飼を見るのもよし、日本三名橋のひとつである錦帯橋の独自の景観を楽しむのもよし、花火大会で絶景を楽しむのもよしと、岩国市でしか体験できないイベント・景色を楽しめます。 ぜひ動画を参考に山口県を訪ねてみてはいかがでしょう？