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"This summer vacation, create unforgettable memories here." Enjoy the breathtaking rice terraces overlooking the sea and feel the pleasant sweat. What awaits after is freshly cooked "new rice" and juicy BBQ…! Thank you for always following the posts from the Amakusa Reihoku Tourist Association! Today, we have an announcement for a special event that you absolutely must experience this summer✨ In the beautiful "High-altitude rice terraces" that Reihoku proudly boasts, we will hold a 【Rice Harvesting & New Rice BBQ Experience】!🌾🍖 The seedlings we planted together in spring have soaked up the blessings of the sun and are finally ready for the golden harvest. This is not just a farming activity. Harvesting rice while feeling the refreshing summer breeze and the blue sea before your eyes offers an emotion that cannot be experienced in the city. Moreover! After working up a sweat, enjoy the freshly harvested "new rice" in this stunning setting. Let’s have the best lunch time with sizzling meat and vegetables on the grill🤤 This will surely be a special day not only for children's free research and summer memories but also for adults to refresh their minds! To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience, we are limiting participation to the first 15 sign-ups, so if you're interested, please apply early! We look forward to kicking off the best summer together with all of you! 📅 Event Overview 〇 Date: Saturday, August 8 (Rain or shine, but will be canceled in case of severe weather) 〇 Time: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM 〇 Location: Reihokumachi, Amakusa District, Kumamoto Prefecture (near "Nōkō no Hi") 〇 Participation Fee (including lunch and insurance): Adults 3,000 yen, Elementary school students 1,500 yen *Payment will be made in cash at the reception on the day. Please help us by bringing exact change. 〇 Capacity: First 15 participants 〇 What to bring: Hat, drink, towel, clothes that can get dirty 📬 How to Apply ① Go to the profile of this account ② Tap the URL in the profile section ③ Fill out the required information in the dedicated application form and send it! *The application deadline is Sunday, August 2, but we will close applications as soon as the capacity is reached. BBQ at the rice terraces with a view of the sea sounds amazing, doesn’t it?✨ If you want to go, please 【save】 this and share it with family and friends you want to go with!

Taken on July 2, 26. The limited-time floral water display at Tokyo Daijingu Shrine, Tanabata【Celestial Sparkling Floral Water】~ A prayer for falling stars. 🎋 I changed my icon, albeit a bit late. 🇳🇴

Lake Mashu Live Camera 📹✨ On "Teshikaga Navi," you can watch the live camera from the Lake Mashu First Observatory in real-time ✌︎('ω'✌︎ ) I want to go to Lake Mashu... Is the weather okay? Is there fog? I want to see what's happening at Lake Mashu! This is recommended for you‼︎ You can also access it from the top page of Teshikaga Navi. Please take a look 🔭👀

Taken on July 2, 2026. The limited-time flower water ritual at Tokyo Daijingu Shrine, Tanabata – a prayer under the falling stars. 🎋

The hydrangeas in the neighboring house are still beautiful.

Taishaku Gorge ❚ Oita Bungo-Ono Geopark Located in Ogata Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture, Taishaku Gorge is a scenic area surrounded by cliffs of welded tuff with developed columnar jointing, stretching along the Okudake River. The rock walls on both sides rise about 70 meters high, creating a majestic and impressive landscape in conjunction with the clear blue river flow. Taishaku Gorge is a canyon formed by the erosion of welded tuff created by a massive eruption of Mount Aso 90,000 years ago, with the Okudake River gradually carving it over a long period. The valley floor exposes rocks formed by volcanic activity around 15 million years ago, allowing visitors to closely feel the geological history of the area. It is also known as one of the geo-sites of the Oita Bungo-Ono Geopark, attracting attention for its natural landscape and geological value. Additionally, slightly upstream, there is a cave where charred wood, baked by pyroclastic flows, is buried, preserving traces of volcanic activity. Walking along the promenade brings visitors closer to the riverside, allowing for a more intimate experience of the rock faces, the tranquil air of the gorge, and the clarity of the water, which are all part of the charm of Taishaku Gorge. In summer, the clear waters present a refreshing landscape, while autumn brings colorful foliage to the gorge. With its varying expressions throughout the seasons, Taishaku Gorge is one of the representative natural landscapes of Bungoono City, and it is a spot that many people should visit. 【Location】Ogata Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture, Kobara 【Access】About 20 minutes by car from JR Ogata Station 【Parking】Available 【Restroom】Available ■■■Access to the center of Bungoono City■■■ About 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station, Fukuoka Prefecture About 2 hours by car from JR Kumamoto Station, Kumamoto Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by car from JR Beppu Station, Oita Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by car from JR Yufuin Station, Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Kyushu, introducing recommended spots in Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■

Ohori Park on a holiday A handmade, unique bubble-making machine＾＾ It turns out it uses two rods.

The scenic beauty of Lake Kasumigaura: This was taken from a boat for viewing the sailing boats. It's amazing to think that such fishing methods existed in the past!

Taken on July 2, 2026. The limited-time flower water display at Tokyo Daijingu Shrine for Tanabata, "Tenku no Kirameki Hanate-mizu" – a prayer for falling stars.🎋

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Photographed on July 2, 26. This is the Tanabata Festival at Tokyo Daijingu Shrine.🎋

Taken on July 2, 26. I visited Tokyo Daijingu Shrine. The Tanabata decorations were splendid.🎋

Taken on July 7, 2014. I visited Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine. The grounds were beautifully decorated with Tanabata ornaments. 🎋

Today is Tanabata, a traditional Japanese festival that has its origin both in romance and the stars. Many people may already know the details of the (literally) star-crossed romance of Orihime and Hikoboshi, but the unique celebration of Tanabata can give you a rare chance for a look into the hearts and minds of the often quiet and reserved people of Japan. The main custom of Tanabata is writing wishes on a slip of paper called a Tanzaku and tying it to bamboo. The wishes, on paper of various colors, look lovely and festive as they hang in public places. It is fun to write your own wish and hang it to join the others, and since it is all anonymous, you can participate even if you are shy! For me, the most interesting part is seeing what other people wish for. It is a rare moment of vulnerability and openness, seeing wishes to find love, the success loved ones, health and happiness. (I once saw someone make wishes for stock trading, so it isn't all sentimental!) It can be a revealing look at the wishes and desires of people who would otherwise almost never voice these sentiments openly. All in all, it is heartwarming and makes me feel closer to my fellow man, which in its own way is its own vision of love to set alongside Orihime and Hikoboshi's tale. As a bonus, the Japanese of tanzaku wishes is usually short simple, making it good for study. If you are in Japan for Tanabata, you are sure to see Tanzaku somewhere. Why not try writing a wish of your own?

How about adding Manda Pit to your trip in Northern Kumamoto Prefecture? Incorporating a historical exploration of this World Heritage site into your journey filled with hot springs, gourmet food, and nature will broaden your travel experience. Even a visit lasting 30 minutes to an hour can leave a lasting impression. It is also recommended for those visiting the Tamana and Arou areas. 【Visitation Information】9:30 AM to 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:30 PM) / Closed: Mondays (the following weekday if a holiday) and during the New Year holidays / Admission: Adults and university students 410 yen, high school students 310 yen, elementary and middle school students 210 yen / Manda Pit Station (free exhibition room and ticket sales) #Northern Kumamoto #Tamana #Day Trip #Kumamoto Prefecture Tourism #Historical Exploration #Industrial Heritage #Learning Journey #MandaCoalMine #AraoCity #Kumamoto #KumamotoTravel #JapanTravel #VisitJapan #WorldHeritage #TravelJapan