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Nippon Sports Science University's Shudan Kodo This video, titled "Nippon Sport Science University Shudan Kodo 2017" (日体大 集団行動2017), is a recorded video of shudan kodo, uploaded by “nogutan2.” Some people might have heard or seen shudan kodo on TV or on a news website before. Shudan kodo is synchronized movements performed by students from Nippon Sports Science University. Students make perfect lines and march while changing formations and crossing paths without disturbing the lines. Check out the video of the world-class beautiful performance. Nippon Sports Science University's Historic Shudan Kodo Source :YouTube screenshot It all started about 40 years ago when the idea of shudan kodo was brought up at Nippon Sports Science University. Shudan kodo was started to practice disciplined movement, and every year the quality of the performance increases. You can hear the audience cheering during this beautiful performance of high quality shudan kodo. Several reactions from both Japan and different countries after they have seen the performance of shudan kodo. Many people say it's impressive, and some people even mention getting goose bumps from the performance. It's also very reminiscent of precise military marching. The Rigorous Practice of Shudan Kodo Source :YouTube screenshot Shudan kodo is not forced on students at Nippon Sports Science University. Students who are willing to participate gather and practice on a daily basis. There are actually too many students who are willing to join the club, therefore, auditions are held in order to decide who can participate. The current coach of shudan kodo at Nippon Science University is Nobuhiko Kiyohara. Since Kiyohara became coach 5 months ago, the total length of walk in the practice is said to have increased to over 1,000 km. Recently, more research towards the performance of shudan kodo is being conducted, and it has been evolving and becoming more precise and beautiful. At Nippon Sports Science University, a sports research presentation is held every other year to show the audience the results of practice. The performance of shudan kodo is one of the most popular performances at this demonstration. There is a world tour of shudan kodo as well, and it has become very popular globally. The Highlight of Shudan Kodo Source :YouTube screenshot You can see the beautiful performance born of the hard work of the students in this video. Make sure to also pay attention to 0:40 in the video to see the walking performance. The movement of the arms and swinging of the legs is perfectly aligned. Also, don't miss the skill of the performers crossing paths with each other while at a trot. There are so many more impressive performances in this 10 minutes video, so we recommend not skipping anything. Find your favorite performance! Summary of Shudan Kodo Shudan kodo continues to gain attention, as some other schools have already started new club activities like shudan kodo, such as Shudan Taisou (Gymnastics), and mass games. The presentation of Nippon Sport Science University's shudan kodo has been very popular and it's very difficult to purchase tickets. If you wish to watch the live performance of shudan kodo, we recommend purchasing tickets in advance. If you still haven't yet, be sure to check out the video to see the amazing performances of shudan kodo!

Video introduction of Tadaya, a sightseeing ryokan in Wakura Onsen, Nanao City, Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan. This is a promotion video for the long-established Japanese inn Tadaya produced by Tadaya. Wakura Onsen is on the Noto peninsula in the Hokuriku region of Japan, and is one of the largest hot spring districts in Hokuriku. The elegant 1200-year-old hot spring district is an ideal tourist destination to rid yourself of fatigue. If you set out on a trip to Noto, enjoy a luxurious stay at Tadaya – a historic hot spring inn since 1885. Wakura Onsen Tataya is a popular hotel and ryokan on review and comparison sites, that offers the finest in hospitality service. Just watching the video you'll feel as though you've stayed at Wakura Onsen Tadaya by watching the video. Savor the Japanese Atmosphere of Wakura Onsen Tadaya's Open-Air Baths Source :YouTube screenshot Secretly gaining popularity as a hidden gem at Wakura Onsen in Ishikawa, Tadaya is a historic spot which used to be managed by a daughter of Nabeshima Naotora, a feudal lord of the Saga Domain. The main attraction of Wakura Onsen Tadaya is the open-air bath where guests can bathe while viewing the spectacular ocean landscape of Noto. The footage of a lady bathing in the hot springs while looking out at the vast ocean (2:11) really makes you want to stay at Tadaya. Relaxing in a Japanese style room while wearing a yukata after bathing in the hot springs and enjoying the beautiful scenery is an exquisite experience unique to Japanese inns. The inn is fully equipped with amenities and the hot spring is also available to those looking for day trips as well. The large public bath available for a quick rest is a real treat for those on a quick schedule. How to Spend Your Time at Wakura Onsen Tadaya Source :YouTube screenshot After fully enjoying the spa, you're probably looking forward to some great tasting food. The food at Wakura Onsen Tadaya is exquisite Japanese cuisine, using carefully selected ingredients from Noto. Surprisingly, visitors can enjoy fishing at the pier and even from the Rikyu royal suite. The chefs at the inn will even cook meals using your fresh catches! We definitely recommend trying the fishing from the Rikyu royal suite. Visitors can enjoy a spectacular view of the sun setting over the Sea of Japan from the Tadaya lobby. The inn has facilities such as a karaoke salon, bar lounge, and a souvenir shop, and visitors can enjoy their stay however they please. The footage of the meals starts from 2:26 in the video. Drinking Japanese sake with fresh seafood is an experience fit for royalty. More Ways to Enjoy Wakura Onsen Tadaya This video shows rare footage of the staff at Wakura Onsen Tadaya as they work. You can get a sneak peek at the staff preparing and cleaning the kitchen, taking reservations, serving customers, and providing the best possible hospitality to its guests. When you visit Wakura Onsen Tadaya, you can also enjoy these popular tourist spots: Notojima Aquarium, Nanao Castle Ruins, Keta Taisha Grand Shrine, Chirihama Nagisa Driveway, Noto Island, Roadside Station Noto Shokusai Market, Hanayome Noren Museum, Notojima Ohashi, Noto Satoyama Satoumi Sightseeing Train, Besshodake Sky Deck Noto Yume Terrace, Twin Bridge Noto, Wakura Showa Era and Toy Museum,Wajima morning bazaar, Wajima Kobo Nagaya, Wajima Museum of Urushi Art, Wajima Kiriko Art Museum, Shiroyone Senmaida, Hatagoiwa, Yoshitsune no Funekakushi. Summary of the Elegant Japanese Inn, Wakura Onsen Tadaya Source :YouTube screenshot As you can see in the video, Wakura Onsen Tadaya is a lovely Japanese inn with top-notch hospitality. Be sure to watch the video to experience what staying at Wakura Onsen Tadaya is like. If you're making a trip to Noto, we highly recommend staying at Tadaya. It's an experience that you won't find in many other parts of Japan. Rates for lodging vary by season, so please check the official website and travel sites before booking. ◆Wakura Onsen Tadaya◆ 【Address】Wakura Onsen Tadaya, Nanao City, Ishikawa 926-0174 【Access】Approximately 50 minutes by car from Noto Airport, free courtesy bus service from Wakura Onsen Station (reservation required) 【Parking】Available (for 100 cars) 【Phone number】(+81) 0767-62-3434 【Tripadvisor】 Wakura Onsen Tadaya https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g1021236-d1082647-Reviews-Tadaya-Nanao_Ishikawa_Prefecture_Hokuriku_Chubu.html

The Popular Saruhashi Bridge in Yamanashi Prefecture This video, titled "Kai Saruhashi Bridge – Yamanashi" (Kai Saruhashi Bridge - Yamanashi - 甲斐の猿橋), introduces the beautiful scenery of Saruhashi Bridge in Yamanashi prefecture. Saruhashi Bridge is a famous sightseeing spot in Otsuki city (大月市, ootsukishi), Yamanashi prefecture, in the Kanto region of Japan. Together with Kintaikyou and Kiso no kakehashi, Saruhashi Bridge in Yamanashi prefecture is one of the three most unusual bridges in Japan and is nationally recognized as a scenic place of beauty. Its beauty was even captured by the famous ukiyo-e artist Utagawa Hiroshige in the artwork "Koyosaruhashinozu" painted in the Edo period (1603-1868 AD). In this video, you can see footage of Saruhashi Bridge at the beginning of fall, just as the leaves of the surrounding trees have begun to change color. The Origins and Characteristics of Saruhashi Bridge Photo：Saruhashi Bridge Saruhashi Bridge is a 30 meters long, 3.3 meters wide, and 31 meters tall, and crosses a deep gorge in Otsuki city, Yamanashi. As you can see from 0:43 in the video, the bridge has no piers and is instead supported by four pairs of cantilever beams called Hanegi, giving it a very unique design. It is still unclear as to when this bridge was built; however, there is a legend in the local area that it was built by a gardener who saw monkeys supporting each other's bodies to build a bridge during the era of Emperor Suiko (~600 BC.). The name "Saruhashi" was derived from this legend (猿, "Saru," means monkey in Japanese and 橋, "Hashi," means bridge). The bridge has been rebuilt several times since the Edo period. Popular Sightseeing Spots Near Saruhashi Bridge Photo：Pumpkin hoto There are many Maple, Japanese Zelkova and Ginkgo trees in the area surrounding Saruhashi Bridge, and in the fall, when the leaves begin to change, you can enjoy taking a relaxing stroll through the autumn foliage The shots of the red-leaved maple trees seen near the end of the video are particularly beautiful (2:33). For those visiting during fall, make sure to take photos of the Japanese lantern events held in the evening to share with your friends on Instagram! When the weather's nice, you can enjoy viewing the scenery of Saruhashi Bridge from Katsura river (桂川, katsuragawa) by boat. There are a variety of local delicacies for you to try in Otsuki city, such as Hoto, Koshu wine beef, Koshu beef, and fresh fruit. The grapes in this region are particularly delicious! After trying the local cuisine, you can stay at one of the many hot spring resorts in Yamanashi prefecture, a perfect way to end your trip! After visiting Saruhashi Bridge, if you have time to spare, we recommend visiting one or more of the following sightseeing spots, all of which are easily accessible from Saruhashi Bridge: Yatsuzawa waterway bridge, Shin-Saruhashi Bridge, Iwadonosan, Takagawayama, Sasagotougeno Yatatenosugi , Otsuki city tourist information center (大月市観光案内所, ootsukishikankouannaijo), Sasago Tunnel, Saruhashikinrin Park (猿橋近隣公園, saruhashikinrinkouen), Iwadonosan Maruyama Park (岩殿山丸山公園, iwadonosanmaruyamakouen), Chigootoshi and Otsuki city museum (大月市郷土資料館, ootsukishikyoudoshiryoukan). Summary of Saruhashi Bridge Source :YouTube screenshot Saruhashi Bridge is known for being one of the most unusual bridges in Japan; however, it can also be called one of the most beautiful. As you can see from the video, the fall scenery is spectacular. Also not to be missed is the sight of the cherry blossoms and hydrangea in full bloom in spring and early summer! There is free parking available in the area making it the perfect destination for a day out! ◆Saruhashi Bridge Information◆ 【Address】Saruhashi town (猿橋町, Saruhashimachi), Otsuki city, Yamanashi prefecture 【Access】A 15 minute walk from Saruhashi Station (猿橋駅, Saruhashi eki) on the JR Chuo Main Line (JR 中央本線, Chuo Honsen) 【Parking】Free parking available 【Telephone】Otsuki City Industrial Tourism Section: 0554-20-1829 【Tripadvisor】Saruhashi https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g1021442-d2102822-r451183982-Saru_Bridge-Otsuki_Yamanashi_Prefecture_Koshinetsu_Chubu.html

Introducing the Bullet Trains of Japan! This video is called "Bullet trains from around the nation in 38 minutes" (全国の新幹線を38分で見る)　Shinkansen 2018 (シンカンセン 2018)　Super-Express Shinkansen). We especially recommend it to Japanese bullet train fans. The first bullet train in Japan was introduced on October 1st, 1964. They have been evolving throughout their long history. There are many varieties of trains, and you'll never get bored with them. Be sure to watch the full video to enjoy all of the eye-catching bullet trains to the fullest. Types and Nicknames of Bullet Trains! Photo：Doctor Yellow For Tohoku Shinkansen Lines, they use the ‘Hayabusa’ carriages shown from 00:34 and 02:46, the ‘Komachi’ carriages shown from 05:31 and ‘Yamabiko’ shown from 07:40 and 08:31. Tsubasa shown from 10:28 is a carriage used in the Yamagata Shinkansen Line. Toreiyu Tsubasa shown from 13:51 is a special tourist carriage. Max Toki shown from 14:40 and the Genbi Shinkansen shown from 16:17 belong to the Joetsu Shinkansen Line. The Kagayaki shown from 16:50 is from the Hokuriku Shinkansen Line. East Eyes shown from 18:44 and Doctor Yellow shown from 19:21 are carriages that inspect the railway tracks. You don’t really come across these carriages, so if you see one, it's considered very lucky. The Tokaido Shinkansen Line that runs through Tokyo Station and Shinosaka Station owns the Nozomi Shinkansen shown from21:14, Kodama shown from 24:46 and 28:02 and Rail Star shown from 31:20 in the video. Tsubame is shown from 33:36 and Mizuho by Kyushu Shinkansen Line is shown from 35:01 in the video. Trivia and Facts About Japan's Bullet Trains! Photo：Shinkansen The definition of bullet trains is ‘railway trains that can run at speeds exceeding 200 km/h. The maximum speed of the current bullet trains in operation is 285km/h. However, there may be a bullet train that exceeds 300 km/h in the future. The history of bullet trains goes back to October 1st 1964 when the dream super-fast express Tokaido Shinkansen Line was launched. Japan has been a leading player in the world of bullet train development for more than 50 years, improving speed, comfort and safety of the trains. In 2027, as a replacement for bullet trains, high-speed linear motor cars are scheduled to launch between Tokyo and Nagoya. In addition to the bullet train lines shown in the video, there are various bullet train routes throughout Japan such as the Hokkaido bullet trains, Akita bullet trains and the San'yo bullet trains. There are also special routes in Japan where bullet trains run on the local train lines such as the Hakata Minami Line and the Joetsu Line. Summary of Bullet Trains in Japan There are many kinds of bullet trains in Japan. Each line has a different color and carriage shape. Find your favorite bullet train as you watch the video. If you are traveling in Japan, you should definitely use a bullet train for long journeys to enjoy the ride comfortably and in a timely manner. When you take a bullet train, check the route map, timetable, fares, price of ticket books, reservations for reserved seats and Green carriage seats, vacancy of non-reserved seats and operational statuses on the official website as well as the Midorino Madoguchi Ticket Offices at large stations. 【Official Website】JR East：East Japan Railway https://www.jreast.co.jp/e/

About Susaki, Kochi Prefecture This is a promotional video for Susaki city, Kochi prefecture, located in Japan's Shikoku region, created by Shinjo-kun. Shinjo-kun is a popular mascot that represents Susaki city! What kind of sightseeing spots are there in Susaki? In this article, we'll introduce spots around Susaki where you can enjoy the picturesque scenery and also recommend places where you can try the local cuisine. Enjoy a look at the beautiful scenery and delicious seafood available in Susaki city. Let's Take a Trip to Susaki! Photo：Image of the view from Yokonami Kuroshio Line A great way to enjoy the scenery in the Kochi area is to drive along the Yokonami Kuroshio Line, a road that connects the cities of Tosa (土佐市, Tosashi) and Susaki. The refreshing drive allows you to take in the sights of the natural scenery while providing smooth access to many of the tourist attractions in Susaki. If you're travelling by car, be sure to stop by Roadside Station Kawauso-no-sato (Otter Village) Susaki (かわうその里すさき, Kawausonosatosusaki), where you can try some of the local food and enjoy shopping. In 2018, a new attraction called Comodo Uranouchi (an inflatable obstacle course on the water) was opened and it has been increasing in popularity quite quickly. 58 seconds into the video you can see Sakoda knives (迫田刃物, Sakodahamono) being made, one of the many traditional crafts you can experience in Susaki, Kochi prefecture. Recommended Sightseeing Spots in Susaki City Photo：Otonashi Shrine In the Susaki city area, there are many temples and shrines you can visit, such as Otonashi Shrine (鳴無神社, Otonashi jinja), Suga shrine (須賀神社, Suga jinja), Daizenji temple (大善寺, Daizenji), and Hosshoji temple (発生寺, Hosshouji). If you would like to try something fun and exciting, why not visit Susaki when the Kamo shrine (賀茂神社, Kamo jinja) fall festival or Susaki festivals are being held? If you take part in one of these big events, you might get the chance to meet Susaki's popular character Shinjo-kun! If you're planning on staying at a hotel, we highly recommend a relaxing stay at the Soudayama Hot Springs (桑田山温泉, Soudayama onsen). Local Cuisine in Susaki Source :YouTube screenshot Looking out onto the vast Pacific Ocean, the warm waters of Susaki city are overflowing with fresh seafood. You can see fishing starting from 0:23 in the video. The town has a tradition of eating the highly nutritious moray eel. We recommend trying the deep fried Moray eel (ウツボの唐揚げ, Utsubo no karaage)! We also recommend trying Frigate tuna (ソウダガツオ, Soudagatsuo), known as Mejika in this area. Susaki city is also famous for producing soy sauce, a condiment that compliments the seafood caught in this area very nicely. A bottle of soy sauce, which has been produced in Kochi prefecture for over 100 years, is a great idea for a souvenir as well! At 1:19 in the video, you can witness the soy sauce manufacturing process at the Marukyou Miso and Soy Sauce Distillery (丸共味噌醤油醸造所, Marukyou miso shouyu jouzousho). As shown at 1:47 in the video, you can enjoy the taste of freshly caught fish in Susaki city by dipping it in the locally produced soy sauce. There are many restaurants in Susaki serving the local specialty Nabeyaki Ramen. You can't find it outside of this region, so definitely consider giving it a try. Summary of Susaki City, Kochi Prefecture This video introduces the beautiful natural scenery that changes season by season and delicious seafood unique to Susaki city. Watching this video will surely make you want to take a trip to Kochi prefecture! It's time to plan a visit to Susaki, a city where you can rediscover the charm and beauty of Japan. 【Official Website】Susaki city hall https://www.city.susaki.lg.jp/language/

Introduction video of rice field art in Inakadate Village Check out the video "Japanese Rice Paddy Art - Inakadate Tanbo Art（Japanese Rice Paddy Art - Inakadate Tanbo Art 田んぼアート）." All the artistic work is made using the rice on a rice field. At 0:37 in the video, you can see the giant work of art from 2017, depicting “Momotaro,” a traditional Japanese folktale. The Tanbo Art event of Inakadate is gaining popularity all over Japan. Inakadate Village "Rice Paddy Art" History and How to Make It Photo：Tanbo Art Rice paddy art refers to the technique of using a paddy field as a canvas on which different colored rice plants are planted to create characters and artwork. Rice paddy art in Inakadate Village started in 1993, using three-color rice called Yatsugaru Roman, which is an ancient rice. Initially, it was called "rice letters. In 2003, Leonardo da Vinci's masterpiece "Mona Lisa" was created as the subject, but since perspective was not used, the Mona Lisa was thicker from the observation deck. Later, after much trial and error, improvements were made to make it appear flat from the observation deck, and seven colors were used, including red seedlings such as Benizome and Benito, and through surveying and meticulous blueprints, the work evolved into the dynamic work it is today. Very popular among tourists! How many visitors and what are the economic effects of the Inakadate Village Rice Paddy Art? The rice field art in Inakadate Village is known as a tourist attraction in Aomori Prefecture that attracts many visitors. The average number of annual visitors is about 270,000. The highest number was about 350,000 in 2016. The admission fee is 300 yen for adults for each of the two venues, and the economic impact is thought to be substantial, even if calculated on the admission fee alone. The number of visitors in 2024 may be even higher! When is the rice field art in Inakadate Village 2024? When is the best time to see it and how much does it cost? Information on the Inakadate Village Rice Paddy Art is as follows. Period: June 3, 2024 (Monday) to October 14, 2024 (Monday) Time: 9:00-17:00 Price: Adults (junior high school students) 300 yen for each venue Children (elementary school students) 100 yen for each venue Free for preschoolers There are two venues below. No. 1 Rice Paddy Art: Inakadate Village Observation Deck inside the Inakadate Village Office Building 2nd Rice Paddy Art: Yayoi no Sato Observatory located on the premises of Inakadate Roadside Station “Yayoi no Sato” The best time to see them is from mid-July to mid-August, when the rice fields are filled with fully grown rice and you can see beautiful art. Rice paddy art in Inakadate Village, successive works that have been talked about, what is the theme for 2024? Source :YouTube screenshot The theme for the 2024 work has also been determined. The first venue will depict Shibasaburo Kitasato and Hokusai Katsushika "Kanagawa Okinamiura and Shibasaburo Kitasato" on the newly issued 1,000 yen bill. The theme of the second venue is "Grandma and Grandpa Rejuvenate," a work to be animated by Araidokiri (Shinchiman), a manga artist from Hirakawa City. Here are some of his works that have been talked about in the past. First, "Mona Lisa," which became plump because of the lack of perspective in the first version, will be reopened in 2022 with perspective and a splendid Mona Lisa. The "Garapiko Poo" from "Okaasan Itto-sho" ,And "Sazae-san"(popular Japanese anime)are familiar designs for children. Designs that attracted attention from overseas included "Star Wars," "Gone with the Wind," and "Shin Godzilla". Other designs unique to Japan include "Yamata-no-orochi and Susano-onomikoto," "Momotaro," and "Fujiyama and the Legend of Hagoromo. Don't miss Stone Art (stone art) in Inakadate Village. Stone art is created near the Tanbo Art in Inakadate as well. The actor Ishihara Yujiro and Princess Diana are created in stone art. This can be seen from 1:17 in the video. In addition to appreciating rice field art and stone art, it would be a valuable experience to participate in a rice planting experience tour and enjoy creating rice planting art. At the Yayoi no Sato observation deck of Roadside Station Inakadate, the second site of the rice paddy art, visitors can enjoy stone art using pebbles, called "Ishi Art. In 2023, the smiling face of world-renowned artist Shiko Munakata attracted much attention. Summary of rice field art in Inakadate Village Photo：Summer rice field The best time to see the rice field art shown in the video is from mid-July to mid-August, when the rice plants begin to bear abundant crops. During the on-season, you can use the Konan Railway's Tambo Art Station to go sightseeing. It will be even more exciting in 2024. If the waiting time to enter the observatory is more than one hour, numbered tickets may be distributed. When you visit, please check the opening hours, ticket information, and crowds before making your plans. 【Tripadvisor】Inakadate-mura https://www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g1120403-Inakadate_mura_Minamitsugaru_gun_Aomori_Prefecture_Tohoku-Vacations.html

The Japanese Passport - The Strongest Passport in the World! The video in this article is titled "The World's Strongest Passport 'The Trustworthy Japanese' (18/12/29)" (世界最強パスポートを支える「日本人の信頼」(18/12/29)). In 2018, the Japanese passport became the world's strongest passport, beating out Singapore in the number of countries which you can visit without a visa. The Japanese passport can now take you to 190 countries without visas. In this article, we will introduce information about the Japanese passport. Be sure to follow along with the video as you read on! Research on Visas Photo：Blue City Introduced is a survey by a UK company that ranks the "most travel-friendly passports" in order of strength. According to the survey, conducted in January 2018, Japan was granted visa-free travel to Uzbekistan, famous for the ancient city of Samarkand, also known as the "Blue City," which can be seen at 0:59 in the video, and in October 2018, to Myanmar, which is shown at 1:22 in the video, leading to it being ranked first in the world! As a result, the Japanese can now visit Myanmar's famous world heritage site, the Shwedagon Pagoda, without a visa. Why Is the Japanese Passport Trusted? Source :YouTube screenshot At 2:05 in the video, we're shown an interview with Taro Kono, Japan's Minister of Foreign Affairs. According to the interview, the increase in visa-free travel to these areas is largely due to the economic power and reliability of the Japanese people. This means that the world expects and welcomes Japanese tourists because they are safe and trustworthy. Passports and Visas Photo：Passport A passport is an identification certificate that contains information about a person, such as their nationality, etc. When you travel abroad, you need to apply for a passport at your local passport center and have it issued to you. It's important to remember that it takes some time for a passport to be issued and that it's only valid for a certain amount of time. Recently, registration for Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) is also required to visit the U.S. A visa is an entry permit, and depending on the destination, you will not be able to leave the country without one. Different Kinds of Passports Source :YouTube screenshot The passport introduced at 3:17 in the video, is an official passport, called a "diplomatic passport" for the Minister of Foreign Affairs, which is different from the red and blue passports (general passports) that most people have. Also, as introduced in the video at 4:57, the imperial couple is treated as head of a state, and therefore do not have passports. Summary of the Japanese Passport Today, we introduced the Japanese passports - Now the strongest passport in the world! The fact that Japan has the strongest passport in the world is just a testament to the trust that Japanese tourists hold around the world. It's great to know that Japanese people are welcome in 190 countries and regions. Do you know how many countries you can visit with your passport?

Video introduction of “Mikagura” prayer at “Ise Jingu” in Ise City, Mie Prefecture This is a video produced by "Ise Shrine Official Channel (ISE-JINGU)" called "[Ise Shrine] Shrine Devotional Prayer Okagura ISE-JINGU" (【伊勢神宮】神宮のご祈祷　御神楽　ISE-JINGU). Ise Shrine is a shrine with a long history that has been worshipped in Japan since the time of mythology. The god of the Imperial Grand Shrine (the inner shrine), is Amaterasu Omikami, and the god of Toyokami Grand Shrine (the outer shrine), is Toyouke Omikami. This charming shrine with plenty of nature is located just past Uji Bridge, the entrance to the inner shrine, and is affectionately called "Oise-san" by tourists. Please enjoy the prayer of Ise Shrine, as it's not something you get to see every day. The Prayer "Okagura" at Ise Shrine, Mie Prefecture Photo：Miko with Kagura bells Kagura, dedicated at the Kagura Hall of Ise Shrine, is a ceremony of exorcism in which sacred sake is served before the gods. The ritual prayer, introduced at 0:35 in the video, is one of the most important rituals of Shinto. After the ritual prayer, there is a dance performance (0:53) that shows Yamato-mai, and from 1:08 a long ceremonial dance by the Prince of Lanling. After the Kagura, worshippers pray, as seen at 1:40 in the video Ise Shrine, Mie Prefecture - A Historic Tourist Attraction With Tons of Highlights Photo：Ise Shrine Many tourists visit Ise City, Mie Prefecture to visit Ise Shrine. Don't forget your shuin when you visit! After worship, it's recommended that you purchase a good luck talisman. At Ise Shrine, there are also festivals, such as the Kagura Festival, the Shin-an Festival, and the Kamigyo Festival. We definitely recommend checking these out. On the approach to the outer shrine of Ise Shrine, there's "Houonkan (1F Senokuniya, Syoujirou / 2F Magatama Tei)," "mirepoix," "French cuisine Bon Vivant," "Mitsuhashi Ponju," "Ise Kikuichi," "Akafuku Gekumae Special Shops” and other places where you can enjoy lunch and local gourmet! You can enjoy Japanese sweets such as Akafuku mochi and dumplings, and even eat around. After visiting the geku, go to the naiku where Amaterasu Omikami, the guardian deity of the Japanese people who reigns over the other the eight million gods, is enshrined. "Chōzuya," "Ujibashi," "Isuzu-gawa Mitarashi," "Takimaturinokami," "Goshogu," and "Kazahino minomiya," are full of attractions! There are hotels and inns such as "Toba International Hotel", "Shima Kanko Hotel Bay Suite" and "Ikadaso," so you can enjoy your trip to Ise-Shima even if you're staying overnight. Be sure to enjoy the "profit spot" and the power spot as well. Sightseeing Around Ise Shrine Photo：Okage Yokocho lanterns The area around Ise Jingu is also home to other attractions such as Tagamiya Shrine, Sarutahiko Shrine and Sarume Shrine, which are separate shrines on the grounds. If you have the chance, you should also check out the Imperial Grand Shrine, Ara Matsuri Shrine, Koyasu Shrine, Futami Okitama Shrine, and Meotoiwa in the Ise-Shima area. There are souvenir shops and delicious eateries in Okageyokocho and Oharai town, so be sure to keep your eyes peeled. Summary of Ise Shrine in Mie Prefecture In 2013, Shikinen Sengu was held at Ise Shrine in Mie Prefecture. This is the largest festival at Ise Jingu, where the Great God is relocated to the shrine pavilion, which is rebuilt once every 20 years. In May 2016, key figures from various countries gathered to hold the "G7 Summit," a meeting to discuss global economic and international issues, In Ise City. Ise Shrine is a very popular tourist spot in Japan, and we highly recommend visiting it. If you visit at the right time, you may be able to see the elegant prayers shown in the video, or see the Kagura exorcism. ◆Ise Shrine Introduction of facility outline◆ 【Address】1 Ujikancho, Ise City, Mie 516-0023 【Access】Geku is a 5-minute walk from Ise-shi Station, Naiku is a 30-minute walk from Isuzugawa Station 【Hours】5: 00 - 18: 00 【Closures】None 【Parking】Available 【Telephone No】0596-24-1111 【Entrance fee】Free 【Official Website】Ise Shrine https://www.isejingu.or.jp/en/index.html 【Official Website】Ise City Tourism Association https://ise-kanko.jp/main/english/ 【Tripadvisor】Ise City https://www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g303159-Ise_Mie_Prefecture_Tokai_Chubu-Vacations.html

Introducing the Aoi Festival! This "Skyscape" produced video "[Kyoto / Aoi Matsuri 2017] EOS 5D Mark IV 4K Saiodai and Shimogamo Shrine / Headquarters Kyoto Aoi Matsuri Festival（【京都・葵祭2017】EOS 5D Mark IV 4K 斎王代と下鴨神社・社頭の儀 Kyoto Aoi Matsuri Festival), shows the Kyoto Aoi Festival which is held in the Kansai region in Kyoto during the fresh green season. The Aoi Festival consists of three ceremonies: the Miyagi ceremony (宮中の儀, Kyuchu no gi), Roadside ceremony (路頭の儀, Roto no gi), and the Shrine ceremony (社頭の儀, Shatōnogi). Unfortunately, the Miyagi ceremony is not currently being held. The video shows the sacred shrine ceremony in detail. Watch the videos to discover the mysterious and beautiful traditions of Japan. What Kind of Event Is the Aoi Festival Photo：The Tower Gate of Shimogamo Shrine The Aoi Festival is a festival of the World Cultural Heritage sites, Kamigamo Shrine (上賀茂神社, Kamigamo Jinja) (Kamobetsu Raijin Shrine) and Shimogamo Shrine (下鴨神社, Shimogamo Jinja) (Kamo Miso Shrine), and is also called the Kita Festival (北祭, Kita Matsuri) or Kamo Festival (賀茂祭, Kamo Matsuri). The two shrines have been worshipped in Japan since before the Heian period (794 AD to 1185 AD), as Kyoto's number one shrine. The Aoi Festival introduced in this video is counted as one of the three major festivals of Kyoto, along with the Gion Festival and the Festival of the Ages. In addition, the Kyoto Gozan bonfire is added to the three major festivals of Kyoto, causing them to sometimes be referred to as Kyoto's four major events. The Aoi Matsuri is one of the oldest festivals in Japan, and it is mentioned in the "Rivalry of the Carriages" in the Aoi chapter of The Tale of Genji (源氏物語, Genji Monogatari). Let's Check Out Japan's Aoi Festival! Photo：Aoi Festival The roadside ritual of the Aoi Festival is a Heian picture scroll procession that follows a route from the Kyoto Imperial Palace to Kamigamo Shrine. At 0:28 in the video, we see the Saiin of the Aoi Festival, dressed in the "Jūnihitoe," a twelve-layered ceremonial kimono. At the Aoi Festival, there is also a royal envoy and ladies wearing special kimono, and they will travel along the streets with horses and oxen. Participants in the Aoi Matsuri parade decorate their hair with wilder ginger from the Futaba-Aoi plant. After the ceremony in front of the shrine's main building, the procession is filmed in a line from Shimogamo Shrine to the main hall of Kamigamo Shrine. This can be seen at 2:16 in the video. What are the dates and highlights of the Aoi Matsuri? If you are going sightseeing in Kyoto for the Aoi Festival, I recommend May.Kamo horse racing ceremony on May 1st during Golden Week, andYabusameShinto ritual on May 3rd.On May 4th, many Shinto rituals will be held, such as "Saiyo Daigyokei no gi" to purify oneself in the Mitarai River in the precincts, and on May 5th, "Awari Shinto ritual to shoot arrows to ward off evil spirits." And the main event, "Roadside Ceremony," will be held on May 15th.The tour of about 500 people dressed in bright Heian costumes is worth seeing.It is scheduled to depart from Kyoto Imperial Palace at 10:30 on May 15th and arrive at Shimogamo Shrine and Kamigamo Shrine at around 15:30. If you want to see the Aoi Festival up close, you may want to use the paid seats. Around the pilgrimage route there are many famous restaurants such as Saruya, and Yoshinobu Tsuruya, so you can enjoy Kyoto's gourmet cuisine for lunch or buy some souvenirs. Summary of the Aoi Festival Photo： Kamigamo Shrine The video introduced here captures an elegant scene that's as if you've traveled back in time to the Heian period (794 AD to 1185 AD). The Aoi Festival is one of the most famous festivals in Japan, so be sure not to miss it! To get to Kamobetsurai Shrine (Shimogamo Shrine and Kamigamo Shrine), it takes 30 minutes from JR East Kyoto Station by Kyoto City Bus or by car, or a 20-minute walk from Kitaoji Station on the Karasuma Subway Line. There is a parking lot, but traffic is restricted during the Aoi Festival, so we recommend using a Kyoto city bus or train. You can enjoy Kamigamo Shrine not just during the Aoi Festival, but year round as well! Some recommended spots are: “Tachisuna” imitating Kamiyama in front of Nino Torii, “Jokē-en,” a beautiful garden, "Saio Sakura" named after the priestess of the Aoi Festival, "Shinmasha" where you can see the village Hakuba, The Hosono, Maiden (Hashido), Tamabashi, and Romon, all important cultural properties, the Ominata River, the Mitarai River, used for purifying the objects and people in rituals, the Kamiyama spring, Kataoka Shrine, Motomiya Shrine, Kifune Shrine, Kamoyamaguchi Shrine, Kamoyamaguchi Shrine, Shingu Shrine, the Katayama Lion Shrine, Ota Shrine, the wishing stone, the "Kamizen wedding ceremony" (wedding ceremony before the gods), and more. There are hotels and inns near Kamigamo Shrine, so we recommend an overnight stay. Be sure to visit Shimogamo Shrine and Kamigamo Shrine, which are also famous power spots. ◆Kamigamo Shrine Facility Overview◆ 【Address】 339 Kamigamo Motoyama, Kita-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto 603-8047, Japan 【Access】About 30 minutes by car from R East Kyoto Station 【Hours】5: 30-17: 00 【Closures】Open all year round 【Parking】Available (Charge) 【Telephone No】075-781-0011 【Entrance fee】 General admission free, 500 yen for special visits 【Official Website】Aoi Festival 2019 | Kyoto Sightseeing Information KYOTOdesign https://kyoto-design.jp/spot?no_cat=1&en_ver=1&mode_s=1&s= 【Official Website】Kamigamo Shrine (Kamo-wake-ikazuchi Shrine) https://www.kamigamojinja.jp/english/ 【Tripadvisor】Aoi Festival https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g298564-d8820145-Reviews-Aoi_Matsuri-Kyoto_Kyoto_Prefecture_Kinki.html

Introducing the Marine Walk (Sea Walk) at Onna Village! This video, titled "Onna village Sea Walk" (恩納村マリンウォーク), introduces the popular resort destination Onna in Okinawa prefecture. If you enjoy water sports we highly recommend you give this video a watch! From 0:16 in the video you can see the popular Sea Walk, which is, as its name suggests, literally walking underwater in the sea. It is also known as Ocean Walk, Marine Walk, and Sea Walker. Oxygen is supplied via a helmet that looks similar to an astronauts helmet, allowing you to dive down and walk along the sea floor. The great part is that even those that can't swim can enjoy this activity. Enjoy the views of the ocean floor in this video! More About the Marine Walk at Onna Village Source :YouTube screenshot There's no doubt many people who would like to take part in marine activities, such as scuba diving or snorkeling, yet worry about their swimming ability or fear that the activities are too difficult and out of reach. However, as you can see in the video, during a Sea Walk you only need to be able to walk underwater, so even those who cannot swim can enjoy this activity to the fullest. An instructor is always present to make sure no accidents occur, so even those trying it for the first time can feel safe and comfortable. You can also enjoy taking pictures underwater and feeding the tropical fish! At 0:42 in the video, you can see two people having fun as they're surrounded by fish while feeding them. The colorful orange clownfish, which became famous due to the huge popularity of the movie Finding Nemo by Disney Pixar, can be seen at 1:04 in the video. This is the kind of beautiful scenery you can enjoy if you take part in a Sea Walk! Other activities you can enjoy in Onna village! Photo：Banana boat If you are planning on taking a trip to Onna, there are many activities and water sports you can try! For example you can enjoy riding a banana boat, sea kayaking, jet skiing, intertubing, wakeboarding, SUP, and more! Other activities you can enjoy include flyboarding, parasailing, surfing, and trolling. We recommend taking a look at prices and booking online before your trip to Okinawa! Summary of Onna Village's Sea Walk Source :YouTube screenshot This video was created by Blue Ocean Okinawa. In this quick 2 minute video, you can see the fun-filled Sea Walk taking place at the Blue Cave (青の洞窟, aonodoukutsu) in Onna village. Taking part in a Sea Walk is guaranteed to be a rare and unique experience you won't soon forget. If you plan on taking a trip to Onna, we highly recommend you try out the Sea Walk! 【Official Website】Experience a Sea Walk in Onna village, Okinawa! (Blue Ocean) http://blue-cave.com/seawalk.html