This video, titled "TOKYU HANDS Ikebukuro | Tokyo Stationery Store Tour - 東急ハンズ池袋店," was released by "rainbowholicTV." This video shows the Tokyu Hands Ikebukuro store in Toshima City, Tokyo. Tokyu Hands is a store that stocks a wide range of products, including household goods, and has a nationwide presence. In this video, they walk from the nearby JR Ikebukuro Station to the Tokyu Hands Ikebukuro location and introduce the extensive stationery department. The cute and useful items they have available are endless!

The Amazing Tennis Skills of Professional Female Tennis Player Naomi Osaka! This video, titled "[Tennis] Historical Achievements! Naomi Osaka's Top Plays Part 1!" (【テニス】歴史的快挙！！大坂なおみのスーパープレイPart1！【神業】Naomi Osaka Best Points Part1), contains footage of amazing tennis shots by professional female tennis player Naomi Osaka. Naomi Osaka has strong forehand, backhand, and stroke shots, and is known for consistently making amazing shots during her matches. In this article, we'll introduce you to Naomi Osaka, the tennis player famous for her amazing tennis skills. More About the Professional Female Tennis Player Naomi Osaka Source :YouTube screenshot Naomi Osaka was born in Chuo ward, Osaka city in Osaka prefecture (大阪県大阪市中央区, oosakakenoosakashichuuouku). She is sponsored by Nissin Foods (日清食品ホールディングス). She is 180 cm tall (5'11") and weighs 69 kg (152 lbs). She uses a YONEX racket and likes to wear Adidas and Nike apparel. She currently has many sponsors such as YONEX and Nissin Foods and often appears in commercials and in the media. Osaka's father is American (of Haiti origin) and her mother is Japanese. Until 2019 she held dual nationality, however she currently has Japanese citizenship. There are rumors that she is dating the American rapper YBN Cordae as well. She made news after deciding to drop her tennis coach Sascha Bajin (サーシャバイン) in 2019. The History and Achievements of Professional Female Tennis Player Naomi Osaka Photo：Tennis court Naomi Osaka took part in her first professional tour, the ITF (International Tennis Federation) Women's Circuit, at the age of 14. From there, she decided to skip the junior competitions and instead compete in the lower divisions of professional competitions to improve her tennis skills. She has won the WTA (Women's Tennis Association) Tour singles 5 times and was the first Asian player to be ranked number one in the world. She was the first Japanese player to become a Grand Slam Singles champion, the third Japanese player make it to the WTA finals, and she also made it to the finals of the ITF Circuit and has won open competitions all over the world, including the US and Australian Open. She has fans not only in Japan but all over the world. She represented Japan in Wimbledon and the French Open in both singles and doubles, breaking many records along the way. From 0:08 and 0:30 in the video, you can see some of Naomi Osaka's amazing shots against Serena Williams and Angelique Kerber, respectively. Enjoy watching her unbelievable tennis skills in the video! Summary of Professional Female Tennis Player Naomi Osaka Source :YouTube screenshot For those who would like to see more amazing tennis shots from the previous #1 tennis player in the world, Naomi Osaka, feel free to watch the video as much as you like and enjoy her thrilling plays! If you're interested in seeing more on Naomi Osaka, make sure you watch one of her upcoming matches or check out her Twitter or Instagram pages for more information. 【Official Website】Naomi Osaka's official home page https://www.naomiosaka.com/en/

This video, titled "Chuggington train," was released by "NHK WORLD-JAPAN." In this video, we see the start of the "Okaden Chuggington" streetcars. "Wilson" and "Brewster," the characters from the popular British-born cartoon "Chuggington," will show children around the city of Okayama. They were designed by Eiji Mitooka. The interior of the car is designed to excite children, and a navigator will hold events inside the car during its journey. Take a ride on the tram that runs between Okayama Station and Higashiyama Okaden Museum Station! It's a 50 minute journey your kids will love!

This video, titled "[Massive Ship] ORIHIME｜Ore Carrier｜Nippon Yusen NYK｜Kanmon Straits 2016-OCT" ([巨大船] ORIHIME 鉄鉱石船 Ore carrier 日本郵船 NYK 関門海峡 2016-OCT), was released by "JG2AS." Nippon Yusen Kaisha (NYK) is a Japanese shipping company and cruise ship operator. As you can see in the video, ORIHIME, the NYK ore carrier, is massive. It's 330 meters long, 57 meters wide, and weighs 132,464 tons. The ORIHIME travels to Australia and other countries to transport overseas ore to Japan. This video was shot at the Kanmon Straits. You'll often see huge ships like ORIHIME docked at ports around Japan, so be sure to keep an eye out for them when you're at the docks.

This video, titled "Daiso Stationery Unboxing Video + Daiso Masking Tape Sampler ? | Rainbowholic" (ダイソー文具開封動画 + ダイソーのマスキングテープサンプラー ? | Rainbowholic), was released by "rainbowholicTV." Masking tape is a tape that can be applied and removed many times due to its low adhesive strength. It's printed with stylish floral and pastel patterns, and can be used to decorate diaries, notebook covers, and other small items. As a standard decoration item in the Japanese stationery world, it has become a must-have item for girls who love stylish stationery. They're available at 100-yen stores such as Daiso, and you can't help but pick them up for their cute looks and practicality. In this video, you can see how to make an original sample book by attaching masking tape to the full width of a notebook.

This video, titled "How to Play Golf in Japan | japan-guide.com," was released by "japan-guide.com." There are many easy-to-use golf courses in Japan, including the Kodama Golf Club in Honjo City, Saitama Prefecture, which is featured in this video. When playing golf on a Japanese golf course, it's important to know the rules and etiquette. However, you don't have to worry too much because your caddy will guide you through the game and the use of the golf carts on the golf course. Golf is a gentleman's sport, so it's important to be mindful of the dress code as well. Enjoy an exciting game of golf in a magnificent natural setting.

This video, titled "Man invents machine to convert plastic into oil," was released by "ranibb." Plastic, as most people know, is made from oil. It is said that about 7% of the world's annual oil production is used for the production and manufacture of plastics. Plastic waste is a major problem for the entire world, with large amounts of plastic waste washing ashore on the coasts of the world and polluting the beautiful oceans. The plastic changes from a solid to a liquid to a gas by heating the plastic. Then, the gas is finally cooled down and returned to oil. This process of recycling plastic waste into oil is attracting attention from all over the world.

This video, titled "Komatsu 931XC & C144 in Austria," was produced by "Harvester Forwarder & More." The video shows how the Japanese construction equipment manufacturer Komatsu introduced the 8-wheeled Harvester 931xc for the first time in Austria in 2016. The 931xc has eight wheels and performs great on steep and muddy terrain. It's a safe and efficient harvester. It's also equipped with a C144 mower head, and the way it grabs standing trees and brings them down in a flash is impressive!

Jiko-in, Isuien Garden, and Sainan-in - Enjoy Beautiful Gardens in Nara Prefecture This video, titled "[4K] Japanese Gardens of NARA BEST 3" ([4K] Japanese Garden of NARA BEST 3　日本庭園・奈良 ベスト３), was uploaded by "Yurara Sarara." It introduces the three major gardens of Nara Prefecture in beautiful 4K. Nara, the ancient capital with 1,300 years of history, is dotted with many tourist attractions, including Nara Park where Todaiji Temple is located. The video focuses on Japanese gardens in Nara. This article provides tourist information on the highlights for Jiko-in, Isuien Garden, and Sainan-in, which will be introduced in the video, as well as transportation access. First, please enjoy the beautiful, well-kept Japanese gardens in the video. Jiko-in, One of the Three Major Gardens of Nara Photo：The Japanese garden at Jiko-in, Nara Prefecture Jiko-in, introduced from 0:57 in the video, is a temple of the Daitokuji school of the Rinzai sect of Zen Buddhism. Jiko-in's Japanese garden is designated as a National Historic Site and a Place of Scenic Beauty. The Japanese garden at Jiko-in is characterized by the fact that the entire temple grounds are designed as a single tea ceremony hall. Not only the temple grounds, but also the surrounding scenery is incorporated into the garden as borrowed scenery. The building you can see from 2:40 in the video is a rustic thatched-roof study, designated as an Important Cultural Property. The Japanese garden can be enjoyed from the tatami room, allowing visitors to sit quietly on the tatami mats and enjoy the beautiful garden. Ibarakimon Gate in the precincts of the temple is another highlight of the temple. Isuien Garden, One of the Three Major Gardens of Nara Photo：Isuien Garden, Nara Prefecture Isuien Garden, introduced at 3:27 in the video, is located in the center of Nara City and is a garden with a circular path around a pond that was created to capture the natural landscape of the city. This Japanese garden, located in a corner of the Nara Park area, consists of the Front Garden created in the early Edo Period (around 1603-1700 AD), and the Back Garden, built in the Meiji Period (1868-1912). In the Front Garden, there's the Sanshutei Tea House which was relocated by Kiyosumi Dousei, a government purveyor, as a villa for enjoying tea. The Sanshutei Tea House can be used as a cafe for delicious lunches, or for sampling Japanese sweets and green tea while admiring the Japanese garden. The Back Garden is a pond garden with a huge artificial mountain created by industrialist Tojiro Seki. Here, there is a teahouse called "Hyoshintei," a shoin-style teahouse built in the Meiji Period. At Isuien Garden, visitors can enjoy the vivid colors of the four seasons, with cherry blossoms, azaleas, wisteria, wisteria, Japanese clover, and green maples. It is also known for its beautiful autumn foliage. Also located on the grounds of Isuien Garden is the Neiraku Art Museum. The museum's collection includes a painting by Tanomura Chikuden, which is an Important Cultural Property, and is on special display in the spring. Access to Isuien Garden is a 15-minute walk or 7-minute bus ride from Kintetsu Nara Station. An entrance fee, including admission to the Neiraku Art Museum, is also required. Next to Isuien is Yoshikien Garden, another beautiful Japanese garden. Sainan-in Temple Photo：Sainan-in Temple, Nara Prefecture Sainan-in, introduced at 6:06 in the video, is the Sainan-in Garden of a small Zen temple built to commemorate the death of a high priest of Taima-dera Temple. The Japanese garden is the 21st sacred site of the Kansai Flower Temples, and is especially famous for its rhododendron and peonies. In addition, many people visit this temple as the 8th of the eighteen Buddhist monasteries in the Kinki region. Sainan-in also has a garden featuring a circular path around a pond, and includes the main hall and the horizontally built west wing of the temple. From the viewing platform, visitors can enjoy a view of the west and east wings of the temple. There is also a suikinkutsu in the garden, and its crystal-clear sound will calm your mind. Access to Sainan-in Temple is a 15-minute walk from Tomadera Station on the Kintetsu and Minami-Osaka lines. Paid parking is also available. An entrance fee is charged to visit the temple's traditional Japanese garden. Guests can also enjoy Buddhist vegetarian cuisine or stay overnight in a lodgings. (Reservations only). Summary of Nara's Three Major Gardens, Jiko-in, Isuien Garden, and Sainan-in This video, titled "[4K] Japanese Gardens of NARA BEST 3" introduces beautiful Japanese gardens in Nara Prefecture. Be sure to watch the video to experience the tranquil beauty of the changing of Japan's seasons. 【Official Website】Jiko-in http://www1.kcn.ne.jp/~jikoin/English-top.html 【Official Website】Isuien https://isuien.or.jp/en/index.html 【Official Website】Sainan-in https://sainanin.com/e

Enjoy Camping Even During Japan's Rainy Season Japan has four distinct seasons, each of which has its own variety of natural beauty to enjoy, such as cherry blossoms and autumn leaves. However, after spring comes the rainy season, otherwise known in Japanese as "tsuyu." Camping is experiencing a big boom in Japan right now, and so, in this article, we'll introduce how to clean up when it rains during a camping trip. Video Introduction: How to Clean Up After Camping in the Rain and Useful Appliances Photo：Camping in the rain This video, titled "How to Clean Up After Camping in the Rain and Useful Appliances" (雨キャンプ後のテント片付けと、便利な物を紹介), was uploaded by "HIRO channel," a channel focused on introducing various camping-related videos. Have any of you ever had the experience of being rained out during a camping trip? Tents are already a pain to pack up and clean, but this is especially true if it rains when camping. Mud and dirt get stuck to your tent and other equipment making it a hassle to clean. Perhaps you don't even want to try camping in the rain because of how difficult it may seem. Well, this video will show you how to easily clean up your tent and tarps after camping in the rain, as well as some useful tips to make cleaning your camping gear easier. Be sure to check out this quick 10-minute video to learn how to easily clean up and maintain your tents and other equipment. What to Do When It Rains While Camping Photo：A campground In Japan where it's said to rain on average about once every three days, it's not uncommon that the weather turns to rain on the day you're going camping. Thus, although not mentioned in the video, we'll first introduce a few measures to take when camping in the rain. First, when camping in the rain, be careful where you set your tent up. Avoid camping near rivers and set up your tent on gravel or other areas with good drainage. Next, when setting up your tent, hang the tarp first, then the tent. This creates a space to keep out the rain and makes the process go more smoothly. If it's raining when you're packing up to leave, we recommend putting the tarp away last. In addition, to combat the rain, tents and tarps should be coated with a water repellent to keep rainwater off them, which will make your job easier when it comes time to take them down. Finally, place a sheet under the tent to combat the rain. This will prevent water and dirt from getting into your tent and make cleanup easier. Knowing the above measures will help you safely enjoy a camping trip even in the rain. Pack It in a Dry Bag and Head Home Source :YouTube screenshot Cleaning up a tent after camping in the rain can be very difficult. It can be especially difficult to take home a tent that is covered in dirt or sopping wet. That being said, if your tent or tarp is large and you have a lot of stuff, pack it wet in dry bag, such as the "Coleman 110L Dry Bag." The large capacity makes it very convenient, especially when compared to carrying several smaller garbage bags made of thicker material. Rinse With Water After You Get Home When you arrive home, first wash your tent or tarp with water. The dirt will be even harder to remove once it dries, so it's important to wash it before the dirt has a chance to dry. After washing off the dirt, hang the tent outside in a covered area, such as under the eaves of your roof or on a balcony, or inside in a bathroom. Dry in the Sun or With Convenient Appliances Source :YouTube screenshot Once water is no longer dripping from the tent/tarp, allow it to dry. Make sure to dry it thoroughly, as, if not properly dried, mold can start to grow. As for drying, if the weather is good, dry it in the sun. If it's difficult to dry in the sun due to rain, a clothes dryer or futon dryer can be used. If you put a washed tent or other items in a drying bag, a tent will dry in about 4 hours. If you place a sheet or mat on or under the bag, you can kill two birds with one stone by drying them together. Even if not directly wet from the rain, sleeping bags and other items may be damp as well, so we recommend that you dry them in a bag made for drying bedding. This is a really handy trick for cleaning up after a rainy camping trip. And That's How You Handle Camping in the Rain As shown in the video, the first thing to do when you finished camping during a rainy camping trip is to quickly bring back the we gear and dry them thoroughly after rinsing them with water. In addition, if you make use of some convenient household appliances, cleaning up after a rainy camping trip will be a breeze. If you've had a bad experience camping in the rain and felt discouraged from going camping because of the cleanup, consider trying these methods to help make your camping trip one to remember! "HIRO channel" uploads a variety of videos. You can enjoy various camping videos, including introductions of camping gear, camping videos showing different areas, camping cooking videos, and more. Be sure to check them out!

This video, titled "Lexus LY 650 Luxury Yacht Launch Video," was released by "Motorward." Lexus, which is featured in the video, is a premium brand made by Toyota Motor Corporation. With fans in Japan and around the world, Lexus unveiled its luxury LY 650 yacht in 2019 in Boca Raton, Florida, USA. The Lexus yacht is around 65 feet (20 meters) long and has excellent sailing capabilities that make for an exhilarating ride. Of course, the stylish exterior of the yacht is also worth noting. The reliable Toyota production system is applied to the production of the LY 650, so you can rest assured that it's of the highest quality.

An Introduction to Japanese Weasels! The video「二ホン イタチ(mustela itatsi)　カワウソのような泳ぎ・素早い走り　Japanese Weasel-Swimming and running　Donnola -nuoto e corsa」, was created by “AndreaNature.” The Japanese weasel (Mustela itatsi) is a mammal similar to the Japanese otter, and is endemic to Japan. Their body size ranges from 27 to 37 centimeters in length for males and 16 to 25 centimeters for females, with a weight range of 290 to 650 grams for males and 115 to 175 grams for females. Their fur is a brownish-red to a yellowish-orange, and it belongs to the genus Mustela in the family Mustelidae. It is similar to the masked palm civet or the Japanese marten in appearance, and makes squeaking sounds. Its average lifespan is 1.9 years. You wouldn't be able to tell that something so cute was so vicious, just by looking at it. A Look at the Endangered Japanese Weasel Source of photo :YouTube screenshot This video was shot in Moriya city, Ibaraki, in Japan's Kanto region. In this video, we see the Japanese weasel swimming under ice starting around 1:05, swimming in the water around 1:33, and running wildly about at 3:05. The Ecology of Japanese Weasels Source of photo :YouTube screenshot Japanese weasels don't hibernate, and are active throughout the year. They use holes and crevices as nests, but they generally just prefer any sort of hole, regardless of it being their den. Japanese weasels are solitary animals that are active during the day and night. They live near bodies of water such as rivers, lakes, and bogs, and are excellent swimmers thanks to their webbed hands and feet. At around 1:35 in the video, they can be seen swimming about, just like otters. They eat meat but also eat plants as well, making them omnivorous. Japanese weasels were introduced to Tokyo as a form of pest control. Its natural predators are birds of prey such as hawks and owls, and mammals larger than the Japanese weasel, such as foxes and cats. Japanese weasels didn't originally inhabit in Hokkaido. However, they were unintentionally brought there by ships that some Japanese weasels had snuck onto, and landed in the region. Most of the Ezo weasel (Ezo Itachi, エゾイタチ) species in the literature refer to the Ezo Okojo (Mustela erminea Orientalis), which is a slightly smaller species than the Japanese weasel. The Non-Native Siberian Weasels (Mustela Sibirica) Photo：Japanese weasels Siberian weasels were also introduced to the Honshu region as non-native animals. They used to only inhabit Tsushima in Japan's Kyushu region, but after the Manchurian Incident, it was introduced to Japan and raised for fur production. Unfortunately, Siberian Weasels won the competition for survival against the Japanese Weasel and expanded their territory. Therefore, Japanese weasels are listed on the IUCN Red List as a near threatened species and as endangered species in both Saga prefecture and Osaka prefecture. They are also designated as a game animal by Wildlife Protection and Hunting Management Law. There are three major differences between Japanese weasels and Siberian weasels. The first one is the tail. Siberian weasels have a longer tail (about 21 cm) than Japanese weasels. The second is weight. Siberian weasels weigh twice as much as Japanese weasels do; the largest ones can reach sizes up to 850 grams. Third is body color. Siberian weasels are more yellowish than Japanese weasels, and Japanese weasels have grey hair around their eyes. Summary of the Japanese Weasel Source of photo :YouTube screenshot What'd you think about the Japanese Weasel? Although this animal is indigenous to Japan, it's difficult to see these days. We hope you enjoy the rare footage of these cute critters!

伝統工芸「箱根寄木細工」紹介動画について こちらの動画は「伝統工芸 青山スクエア」が公開した「手技TEWAZA「箱根寄木細工」Japan Hakone Marquetry／伝統工芸 青山スクエア Japan traditional crafts Aoyama Square」です。 日本有数の温泉地として知られている箱根。 箱根で注目しておきたいものは温泉だけではありません。 日本には昔から伝わる伝統的な文化が存在しており、箱根寄木細工もその中の一つ。 箱根寄木細工とは一体どういう伝統工芸なのか 箱根寄木細工は江戸時代後期に誕生した日本の伝統工芸です。 木目や色彩を活かし、素敵な幾何学模様を作り出すのが特徴的。 長年培われた職人の技術により作られています。 駿府の浅間神社建立に集められた職人の技術が箱根寄木細工誕生の起源です。 箱根には箱根寄木細工を取り扱ったお店がいくつも存在します。 観光に訪れた際はお土産に購入してはいかがでしょうか？ 雑貨や家具等、素敵な品物と巡り会えるかもしれません。 箱根寄木細工以外にも様々な伝統工芸や文化が箱根にあります。 箱根寄木細工の制作工程紹介 動画では原料になる木材をはじめとした箱根寄木細工づくりの要点が非常に分かりやすく約4分程度に収められています。 箱根寄木細工の作業方法 ・種木作り ・木地の説明 ・種板作り ・づく作り ・箱根寄木細工の完成 箱根寄木細工に触れる方法 箱根寄木細工について知識を深めるなら体験教室に参加することをおすすめします。 箱根には箱根寄木細工づくりの教室が存在しており、興味のある方はチェックしておきたいところ。 箱根寄木細工に限らず、日本の文化や伝統工芸に関する教室は全国各地に存在します。 伝統工芸づくりの体験をすることも日本観光の楽しみ方の一つです。 職人技のすごさを実感できる箱根寄木細工 関所からくり美術館 箱根にある箱根寄木細工 関所からくり美術館は職人達が作るからくり箱を展示している美術館。 色々なからくり箱を見ることができるので、日本の伝統工芸や文化に興味がある方やパズルやからくり等に興味がある方は観光プランに入れておくと良いかもしれません。 匠の技を実際に体感したい方はからくり箱の工作体験に一度参加することをおすすめします。 箱根寄木細工を販売している浜松屋 浜松屋は箱根で木工芸品を販売しているお店。 2階の工場では実演見学ができ、匠の技をその目で見ることができます。 秘密箱や引き出し、テーブルウェア等、インスタ映えするおしゃれな商品がもりだくさん。通販で商品を購入することも可能です。 箱根寄木細工紹介まとめ 日本の伝統工芸や文化は調べれば調べる程奥が深いです。 どのような文化があるかを知り、実際に触れてみることが大切。 日本観光の際には様々な伝統文化に触れてみてはいかがですか。

What Is Hay Fever? If you’re allergic to cedar pollen, just watching this video might cause you hay fever symptoms. The video, titled "スギ花粉の飛散 Cedar Pollen Dispersal ( Shot on RED EPIC High-speed )," is a super high-speed video that shows detailed footage of cedar pollen dispersing. It was created by "AQUA Geo Graphic." People with cedar pollen allergies show start to flare up just after watching some yellow cedar pollen be dispersed on TV commercials for anti-allergy medicine. It’s said that there are currently 25 million people with hay fever in Japan. The most common form of hay fever is cedar hay fever, but the number of people who suffer from other types of pollens, such as cypress, ragweed, and birch pollens, has been increasing rapidly, and countermeasures for hay fever are needed throughout the year. Treatment of Hay Fever Photo：A woman blowing her nose Is there any treatment for hay fever, which causes painful attacks every year when the pollen season arrives? In short, the only way to treat hay fever at its root is sublingual immunotherapy for cedar pollen allergies. In this treatment, a weakened cedar pollen pill is placed under the tongue and gradually taken into the body, in an attempt to get the patient’s body used to cedar pollen. The therapy takes more than 2 years and those who have severe hay fever attacks can have them during the treatment, so it’s not an effective cure for all, but it’s more than 60% likely to abate symptoms of cedar hay fever. For other types of pollen allergies, symptomatic treatment with medication or evacuation to pollen-free areas (Hokkaido and Okinawa) is necessary. Regarding anti-allergy drugs, the most effective ones are prescribed drugs, but over-the-counter drugs can be sufficiently effective as well if you act preemptively by using them before the pollen in the air is at its peak. The Causes of Hay Fever Photo：Cedar pollen Cedar pollen is called wind-borne pollen because it's dispersed by the wind. At the start of the video, you can see a large amount of pollen being dispersed by the wind on the branches of a cedar tree. According to the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, evergreen coniferous trees (cedar and cypress) are native to Japan, and their straight wood, which is not distorted, is suitable for use as lumber for wooden buildings, so large scale cedar plantations were established to revitalize the forestry industry after World War II, which led to major outbreaks of hay fever. The name "花粉症, kafunsho" ('hay fever' in Japanese), was first coined in October 1963, when the existence of allergic symptoms caused by cedar pollen was identified and presented at the annual meeting of the Japanese Society of Allergology in the fall of that year. The size of cedar pollen is just smaller than a heliozoan and can be seen with the naked eye using an optical microscope. Each cedar flower contains about 400,000 pieces of pollen, so during strong winds, large amounts are dispersed. When Do Hay Fever Symptoms Appear? Photo：Hay fever symptoms The Tokyo Metropolitan Government's Bureau of Public Health has been providing pollen information since 1985, and nowadays, the Japan Meteorological Agency and private meteorological forecasting services provide forecasts for the start of pollen dispersal and pollen distribution throughout the year. You can also check pollen forecasts for plants other than cedar, cypress, and ragweed on the Internet, so if you have hay fever, be sure to stay up to date. Even after December, when peak pollen dispersion has passed, early spring hay fever may come straight after the cold and flus of the year, so be sure to take countermeasures, such as keeping your room humid, ventilate and clean frequently, wash your hands, and gargle. Summary of Cedar Pollen and Hay Fever Cedar pollen allergies, which were once thought to be endemic in Japan, have spread, and are now common worldwide. Tomatoes can also worsen hay fever, so we recommend avoiding them during hay fever season!

The Life of an International Student at a Japanese High School This time, we would like to introduce the video "A day in a Japanese High School // japan vlog # 1," where you can see the life of a Canadian high school girl studying in Japan. With over 3 million views, this video has become popular all over the world. Sophia, the person who took this video, studied Japanese through textbooks and YouTube education channels before studying abroad. She went to Japan for a study abroad program called Rotaly and stayed there for 11 months. We can see the life of Japanese high school girls from the perspective of foreign students. It's a chance for even Japanese people to learn something they might not have noticed about their daily lives. Let's take a look at the daily scenes and routines of international students attending Japanese schools. Japan's School Uniforms Source :YouTube screenshot As you can see from 0:16 in the video, high schoolers in Japan have uniforms designated by the school. Among high school girls who care about fashion, finding fashionable ways to wear their uniforms is part of everyday life. Sophia also looks in the mirror in the morning to make sure everything is in order. Many school uniforms are sailor uniforms or blazers. In fact, school uniforms are so important that some students choose a school strictly based on how cute or cool the school uniform is. The Daily Commute for a High School Girl in Japan Source :YouTube screenshot Next is the school scene in Japan, which you can watch from 0:45 in the video. Japanese high school girls go to school by train, bus, bicycle, or on foot. This video shows a group of girls going by train. Sophia seems to have about a 20 minute commute to school. The Everyday Classroom Life of a High School Girl in Japan Source :YouTube screenshot You can see Sophia arriving at school around 2:29 in the video and greeting her friends. Japanese classrooms generally have about 40 students per class, with wooden desks arranged in 5-6 rows. Even now, many schools still use blackboards and chalk, but they are gradually switching to electronic blackboards and whiteboards. Students study all day in these classrooms. You can also see children diligently doing class work and preparing for exams. They also study English as well, but the high school students in the video seem to be quite shy. Source :YouTube screenshot One of the fun things in school life is lunch time. You can see this at 5:42 in the video. Japanese high school students bring their own lunch boxes or buy and eat lunch at the school cafeteria or shop. As you can see at 7:08, when all the lessons are over, students clean the classroom by themselves. Groups of four or five students are assigned to clean the school grounds each week, and when it's their turn, they stay until all of the cleaning is finished. This cleaning custom is one of the characteristics of Japanese school life and has been very well received by the international community. Many elementary and junior high schools also have this practice. Summary of a Day in the Life of a High School Girl in Japan Photo：School classroom How'd you enjoy a day in the life of a high school girl in Japan? We think that it's good to get a glimpse of the daily lives of those who grew up in a different culture, in order to see a different perspective. If you look at school life in Japan from the perspective of an international student, there's probably a lot of differences. Learn about the life of a high school girl in Japan through this video!

This video, titled "[Eng sub] 5min Easy Watercolor | Tree Painting tutorial," was released by "Watercolor by Shibasaki." In this lesson, Harumichi Shibasaki teaches tips for watercolor painting that are easy to understand even for beginners. In this lesson, you'll learn how to paint a realistic watercolor painting of a broad-leafed tree, such as the zelkova. The key to painting trees realistically is to be aware of the areas where the light from the sun hits and the areas in shadow. Then, using the dry brush strokes of a drained dry brush, I rough out the shape of the leaves. Enjoy how the colors gradually deepen on the canvas as if by magic.

This video, titled "【ENG Sub】How to make Japanese Painting "NIHONGA" -from Sketching to completion-," was released by "Nihonga Painter Miwa Hiduki." The process for making great pictures is 1. Sketching 2. Rough outline 3. Tracing 4. Outlining 5. Coloring After deciding on a motif, you can start sketching. Try expanding on the motif shown in the video and sketching. In the video she uses tracing paper and transcribes the rough sketch. The next step is to outline, an important step in Japanese painting. Once the outlining is complete, the coloring begins. Check out the beautiful sketches shown in the video. It will stimulate your creativity!

This video, titled "[Shocking] an Incredible Creature Next to the Ferry Terminal..." (【衝撃】フェリー乗り場の隣で信じられない生物が・・・), was released by "釣りよかでしょう。" The video shows young men fishing next to the ferry terminal. They are getting impatient due to the lack of fish, and finally discover the shadow of a fish that reacts to the fishing rod. The size of the fish seemed to be different from the usual black rockfish. When they changed the bait to a lure, the fish was clearly more responsive. After three rounds of casting, they finally caught it, speculating that it was a sea bass. The fish wasn't a sea bass, but a bright red sea bream! It's nice to see the young men so happy to see that they caught a sea bream!

This video, titled "日本のおもしろグッズ Japan in Motion S14#20 “Tokyu Hands”," was released by "Japan in Motion." In this video, Japan in Motion, which introduces the latest news and culture in Japan, visited the Tokyu Hands store in Hiroshima. It's a popular home center that offers a wide range of products, such as sundries and DIY life hacks that will make your life more convenient. This video introduces a new kind of "scratch coloring book" that can be used as a postcard. It's also a postcard, so it's the perfect souvenir from Japan, and you'll get addicted to scratching it away. There are also a variety of Japanese patterned sundries that are worth checking out. The mini gachas are also really popular, and even adults get excited to try them.

This video, titled "Japan Exchange: A DAY IN SCHOOL WITH ME Pt 1 | Euodias," was released by "Euodias." This video starts with a classroom in a Japanese high school. Being back in a classroom again might feel a bit nostalgic for some of us... During their physical education class, children gather in the schoolyard to play soccer and tennis. During their lunch break, they break out their lunchboxes and enjoy their lunch time in groups. Watching these videos will remind you of your own youth... If you want to learn more about high school in Japan, be sure to check it out!

This video, titled "BFS-Auto: High Speed Book Scanner at over 250 pages/min," was published by "Ishikawa Group Laboratory." The BFS-Auto is a high speed scanner that can process 250 pages per minute through "non-destructive scanning" that scans books without breaking them apart. To scan a book. you simply load it onto the machine. The scanner will automatically process the rest of the book without you having to turn the pages by hand. Watching the video, you'll be amazed at how fast it scans. The books are scanned at high speed and without interruption, so it's possible that some images may be crooked, but even if the image is scanned in a crooked state, it can be readjusted.

This video, titled "[4K] [airplane video] Airport Scenery in Japan｜Airport of Japan BGV" ([4k] [飛行機 動画] 日本の空港情景　Airport of japan BGV), was released by "Fairport." This video shows the seasonal scenery of 9 of Japan's airports. Airports are not just a place to board an airplane, but they are also popular as sightseeing spots because of their beautiful scenery. Narita International Airport and Itami Airport, which are introduced in the video, are especially popular for their beautiful night views, and we recommend checking them out. This video introduces 9 of Japan's beautiful airports, so give it a watch if you have time!

The New Winter Sport Snowscoot This video, titled "スノースクート最高！/ Snowscoot Is Freaking Cool! #2," produced by "Kezuhomuzu," introduces the popular winter sport "Snowscoot." Snowscoot is a new and popular winter sport that is gaining attention as a snow sport and snow activity. Dubbed a "snow bike/bicycle sled," it's a BMX-bike frame mounted on 2 boards that are independent of one another, which allows for steering. The Popularity of the Snowscoot Source :YouTube screenshot One of the reasons the snowscoot is so popular is because anyone can enjoy it; from beginners, to pros, children and adults, it doesn't matter, just get on and go! Unlike a snowboard, you can easily balance thanks to the handlebars. It's also very easy to control, so even those who are new to it, can enjoy the snowscoot with peace of mind. Currently, over 80% of domestic ski resorts have them for rent. The fact that you can begin snowscooting without any gear on hand is also what makes this sport great. Also, you can customize the frame, board, and handle with parts that fit your preference and the idea of being able to make a snowscoot that is tailored to each individual has won the hearts of many riders. In 0:07 of the footage, you can see them performing maintenance and making adjustments to a snowscoot, and from 0:24, you can see them glide down the pure white slopes at tremendous speed. The History of the Snowscoot Photo：Snow slopes The snowscoot was made in the early 1990’s in France and it was commercialized as a new winter sport following skis and snowboards. Franck Petoud, a French BMX rider, designed the frame to be similar to that of a bicycle and then attached 2 boards to the front and back of it. Attempting to fly down the slopes with this, it became the prototype of the snowscoot, and the bicycle manufacturer SUNN announced it as an official product. Afterwards, the snowscoot underwent its own development, with France being at the center of it all, and it was imported to Japan around 1994. Due to its novel appearance and high level of safety, we have been able to use them at many ski resorts in Japan. Because the origins of this sport lay in BMX, you can enjoy acrobatic tricks, such as aerials that use jumps and carving turns like the ones in snowboarding. Snowmotos, which have a similar shape, were made in America. These have a seat boom (a seat that you can put between your legs), and there is a slight difference in how you ride it. Get Your Own Snowscoot! You can buy the Snow Scoot at sporting goods stores as well as online. Prices vary by product, but entry-level snowscoots, such as the ONE-D, are priced at around 109,000 yen (~$1,000 USD) before tax. If you are concerned about the price, you can also buy used. Clothes, boots and shoes are basically the same as for skiing and snowboarding, and it doesn't require any special equipment Summary of the New, Popular Winter Sport, "Snowscoot" Source :YouTube screenshot As introduced in this article, snowscoot is a easy winter sport that allows you to glide down the mountain with the familiar feeling of riding a bicycle. You can use the snowscoot at many ski resorts, such as the Aizu Kogen Takatsue Ski Area and the Shiga Kogen Sun Valley Ski Resort, so definitely try one out! 【Official Website】SNOWSCOOT® [Snowscoot] Official｜JykK Japan Inc. https://snowscoot.co.jp/

Introducing the Former Daijoin Temple Garden, a Beautiful Garden in the Ancient Capital of Nara! This video, titled "[4K] Japanese Garden DAIJO-IN NARA" ([4K] 日本庭園　旧大乗院庭園 / 奈良　Japanese Garden DAIJO-IN NARA), was uploaded by "Yurara Sarara," a channel focused on Japanese culture. The Former Daijoin Temple Garden is a beautiful Japanese garden located next to Nara Hotel and has been designated as a Place of Scenic Beauty by the government of Japan. Enjoy the beauty of the Former Daijoin Temple Garden, which was praised as one of the most beautiful gardens in the southern capital, in this 2.5 minute-long, 4K video. The Former Daijoin Temple Garden - Learn the History of the Beautiful Garden! Photo：The Former Daijoin Temple Garden, Nara City, Nara Prefecture Located in the Former Daijoin Temple Garden, Daijoin is a temple with a long history, founded in 1087, the first year of Kanji, and flourished from the Heian period (794-1185 AD) to the Edo period (1603-1868 AD). It was famous as one of the sub-temples of Kofukuji Temple, but it was destroyed by fire in the Siege of Nara by the Taira clan in 1180, and moved to its present location. The Former Daijoin Temple Garden was devastated by a peasant uprising in the Muromachi Period (1336-1573 AD), but was remodeled by Zen'ami, a gardener famous for creating the garden of Ginkakuji Temple (The Silver Pavilion). The temple was abandoned due to the abolition of Buddhism in the early Meiji period (1868-1912), but Nara Hotel was built on the site, and now it has become a tourist known as "The Former Daijoin Temple Garden." Highlights of the Former Daijoin Temple Garden! Photo：The Former Daijoin Temple Garden in autumn, Nara City, Nara Prefecture The Former Daijoin Temple Garden is a garden featuring a path around a pond, with small east and west ponds at its center. In addition to the Former Daijoin Temple Garden, there are other gardens of in this style, including the Katsura Imperial Villa in Kyoto and Kenroku-en in Kanazawa. The Former Daijoin Temple Garden is a wonderful place to visit at any time of the year, from the deep green of spring to the changing leaves of autumn, but it's even more beautiful when visiting during seasonal events. In September, the Former Daijoin Temple Garden is open to the public at night for the "Full Moon Festival" (観月の夕べ). Visitors can enjoy a collaboration of the mid-autumn moon and the beauty of the Former Daijoin Temple Garden. At the Former Daijoin Temple Garden, there is a historical museum that displays a model of the original Daijoin Temple, as well as the Daijoin Garden Cultural Hall, which has meeting rooms and a tea ceremony room for various events. In addition, the earthen wall outside the building incorporates the design of of ancient structures, allowing visitors to enjoy the culture of not only the garden, but also the exterior of the building. Access to the Former Daijoin Temple Garden, a Tourist Attraction in Nara Prefecture To get to the Former Daijoin Temple Garden, take an 8-minute bus bound for Tenri or Shimoyama from JR Nara Station or Kintetsu Nara Station, get off at the "Nara Hotel" bus stop, and walk for 1 minute, or get off at the "Fukuchiin" (福智院町) bus stop, and walk for 1 minute. If you're visiting via car, be sure to use the nearby "Naramachi Center" parking lot. Summary of the Famous Former Daijoin Temple Garden in Nara, Japan Photo：Nara Hotel At the Former Daijoin Temple Garden, visitors can enjoy strolling through the garden while viewing the autumn leaves and the mid-autumn moon in autumn, as well as cherry blossoms in spring. Located in the ancient capital of Nara, the Former Daijoin Temple Garden is located next to Nara Hotel, which has a history of more than 100 years, so we definitely recommend staying there as an overnight when sightseeing in Nara. Come and see the beauty of the Former Daijoin Temple Garden with your own eyes! 【Official Website】The Former Daijoin Temple Garden, a Place of Scenic Beauty https://www.narahotel.co.jp/eng/ 【TripAdvisor】The Former Daijoin Temple Garden https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g298198-d2049192-Reviews-Meisho_Daijoin_Garden-Nara_Nara_Prefecture_Kinki.html