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Photographed on September 23, 2014. This is the Aitai fortune slip from Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine.

Notice of the Hitomeguri Train Operation 📣 From September 28th to November 4th, the special charter train "HOKKAIDO LOVE! Hitomeguri" will operate, taking you on a tour of autumn in Hokkaido 😊 This train, using JR Hokkaido's limited express cars "Lavender" and "Hamanasu" formations, will have JAL flight attendants, the "JAL Furusato Ambassadors" and "JAL Furusato Supporters" on board, providing various hospitality services such as original onboard announcements and window guides to enhance your travel experience ✨✨ Every year, we welcome tour guests at Obihiro Station 🎵 This year, we will hold a joint welcome event with Makubetsu Town, where the town's mascot character "Pao-kun" is also expected to join us in cheering 🎵 Among the tour options, there is a course that allows you to stay at the famous "Moor Hot Springs," known for its beautiful waters, so please enjoy the rich scenery and gourmet food of Tokachi 😍 If you see the "Hitomeguri" train along the line or at the station, please wave and support the creation of travel memories 🤗 May your journey through autumn Hokkaido become a wonderful page of memories for everyone ✨✨

I visited the grave during the equinox. The red spider lilies were blooming beautifully nearby. It's autumn now. My heart felt at ease.

Lake Utonai in autumn. The blue sky and clouds reflect on the lake's surface, creating a fantastical and beautiful scenery✨ The autumn migratory bird season has finally arrived‼ Enjoy encounters with wild birds at Lake Utonai♪ (Image provided by Roadside Station Utonai Lake)

Sticking out the tongue👅

【A Night of Performing Arts and Celebration】 On a night in September. This year, the Nishiokoppe Village Performing Arts Festival was held 🎉 In the performing arts section, there were performances of traditional Japanese drumming, acting, band music, and dance, making for a nearly two-hour showcase filled with expressions and music. In the latter half, during the karaoke section, eight villagers took to the stage to passionately sing their favorite songs 🎤 As for the audience, they enjoyed chatting with acquaintances while savoring food and drinks purchased from the stalls, and cheering on the performers with all their might. Some were even seen waving glow sticks to support the karaoke ⚡️ Setoushi-kun seemed to enjoy the yakitori as well 🤤 We are grateful to everyone who participated, set up stalls, and helped behind the scenes, and to all the attendees who came on that day. Thank you for a wonderful night!

Taken on September 23, 2014. This is the Aitai fortune slip from Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine.

Due to Typhoon No. 25, landslides have occurred in various areas. We will share information about railways and roads for your reference. 【Railway Information】 From Saturday, September 26th, service will resume between Kisarazu Station and Awakamogawa Station on the Uchibo Line. 【Road Information】 Currently, the section from Yokone to Kanaya on Japan National Route 127 is closed. There are alternative routes (free) due to the closure of National Route 127. The area near Iwaifukuro and Yokone on Nagasa Kaido in Kyonan Town is also closed. If you are heading to Kamogawa from within the town, take Prefectural Road 184 (the road with Kyonan-Toyama Interchange) at the Okuyama Entrance, then head towards Sakuma Dam. After passing the dam, turn left at the T-junction near the Okuzure Suisenkyo shop, continue along the road, and turn right at the T-junction in Yuzawa to enter Nagasa Kaido. Additionally, there are closures on the road connecting Ezuki Narcissus Road and Hota. The location of the collapse marked on the map is a reference.

The coral reef Looked like a coral reef when viewed from above the autumn leaves of Mount Yoshino in Nara Prefecture.

Event Announcement📣 On Sunday, September 27th, the 51st Urahoro Furusato Minori Festival will be held! 😊 This event is a grand harvest festival celebrating the autumn bounty of crops. The day will kick off with a spectacular opening show by the Urahoro Junior High School Brass Band and Miracle Beans. ✨ On stage, we will present a musical show featuring Junretsu and Fujii Kaai. 🎵🎵 Additionally, there will be exciting events such as the annual "Minori Maki" (mochi throwing) with luxurious prizes, a thrilling "Autumn Flavor Catching" contest, and a stamp rally with local specialties to win! 😍 There will also be fun activities for children, including firewood splitting, woodworking crafts, and a ride-along experience in a high-altitude work vehicle!‼ Local gourmet foods and food trucks will gather at the venue, allowing you to enjoy delicious menus. Moreover, we will hold a photo campaign where you can win Urahoro local products by submitting photos taken during the festival. We invite you to come with your family and friends! 🤗 【Important Request】About the mochi for Minori Maki The popular "Minori Maki" has seen instances where collected mochi are being discarded in large quantities at garbage stations. This mochi is handmade with care by the townspeople, who put in great effort to prepare it for everyone. We kindly ask that you take the mochi you collect home with you and enjoy it deliciously. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. 🔶Date and Time: September 27, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 3:20 PM *Rain or shine 🔶Venue: Urahoro Forest Park 🔶Parking: Due to congestion in parking areas near the venue, please use the free shuttle bus from Urahoro Town Hall. 🔶Contact: Urahoro Tourism Association TEL: 015-576-2181 (within the Industry Division of the Town Hall) https://www.urahoro.jp/administration/?content=3447...

The autumn leaves are beginning to change at Lake Akan (Photo taken on September 25🍁) On a clear autumn day at Lake Akan, the colors of the yellow leaves of the birch and katsura trees along the shore, as well as the Bokke Walking Trail, Takimi Bridge, and Akan Lake Onsen Town, are becoming more vibrant, alongside the red hues of the rowan, maple, wild grapes, and cherry blossoms. I previously mentioned that the nuts and berries are at their peak, and it seems the Eurasian red squirrels are out to enjoy them too🍇🐿 Today, being the Mid-Autumn Festival, the pampas grass looked beautiful as well✨ Throughout the autumn foliage season, I will regularly update you on the progress of the leaves at Akan Lake Onsen♪🍁 #Lake Akan #Foliage Spots #Yellow Leaf Spots #Takimi Bridge #Bokke Walking Trail #Akan Lake Inari Shrine #Akan-dake Shrine #Eurasian Red Squirrel #lake_akan #autumnleaf🍁 #squirrel

Enjoy a pilgrimage to the filming locations of popular movies in Kushiro 🎬 Kushiro's feature film "2126, Searching for the Star of the Sea" will be released nationwide on Friday, November 13, 2026! Inside the hotel, we have displays of props actually used in the film, and a location map is also available. While experiencing the world of the film, why not enjoy a special pilgrimage stay in Kushiro? Based at Kushiro Prince Hotel, embark on a journey to experience the world of "2126, Searching for the Star of the Sea" 🌟 *The exhibition is scheduled to run until Saturday, October 31, but may change depending on circumstances. Follow us to check the latest information from 📍Kushiro Prince Hotel! ✨ https://www.instagram.com/kushiroprincehotel/...

The Kussharo Onsen, which springs from about 1,000 meters underground, is rich in iron content, featuring golden spring water ♨️. Enjoy a soothing moment in a roofed open-air bath that gently relaxes your mind. 【For Guests】Free 【Day-use Bathing】Adults ¥1,300 / Elementary School Students ¥750 / Preschoolers Free *Day-use bathing is available only during the hotel's operating season (spring to autumn). *Includes a towel and bath towel set. 🕐 For Guests: 2:00 P.M. – 12:00 MID. / 5:00 A.M. – 10:00 A.M. 🕐 Day-use Reception: 3:00 P.M. – 6:00 P.M. 🏣 Location: Kussharo Onsen, Teshikaga, Kawakami District, Hokkaido For more details, visit the link in the profile. 📍Kussharo Prince Hotel https://www.instagram.com/kussharo_ph/...

"Tourism EXPO Japan" is an annual comprehensive event that allows you to feel the future of travel. The theme for the 2026 event is "The Evolving Shape of Travel." With advancements in technology, diversification of values, and new lifestyles, travel is changing at an unprecedented speed. The Mashu Lake Tourism Association will also participate in the "Tourism EXPO Japan." The public days are September 26 (Saturday) and September 27 (Sunday). Let's step into the evolving world of travel. New encounters and discoveries await you. We look forward to seeing everyone there!✨ Date: September 26 (Saturday), September 27 (Sunday) * On September 24 (Thursday) and September 25 (Friday), the event is for industry professionals only, and general attendees cannot enter. Location: Tokyo Big Sight 3-11-1 Ariake, Koto-ku, Tokyo 135-0063 Rinkai Line: About a 7-minute walk from "Kokusai-Tenjijō Station" Yurikamome: About a 3-minute walk from "Tokyo Big Sight Station" Organized by * Japan Tourism Promotion Association * Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA) * Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO)