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🦢LINE Point Rally🦢
"Teshikaga Forest Grand Party – Invitation from the Swans"

The LINE Point Rally, which many enjoyed last year, is back this year with an extended period due to popular demand. We have prepared a lottery with attractive luxurious prizes based on the points you earn, and we sincerely look forward to your participation! 🦌💕

For more details, check out Teshikaga Navi ✔︎✨

The beginning of the Iiyama Lantern Festival in Iiyama City, Nagano Prefecture, which is selected as one of the 100 Night Views of Japan. They served us shaved ice, allowing us to cool down. 🍧

Notice of Water Suspension Due to Repairs at JR Mashu Station "Poppo-yu"

The "Poppo-yu" at JR Mashu Station will be closed for hot spring pipe repairs on the following dates.
• Repair Period• Friday, July 17, 2023• 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Depending on the progress of the work, the duration may be extended or the resumption time may change. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

【Contact】Teshikaga Town Office, Water Department015-482-2942 (Direct)

This summer, head to Minami-Izu, where it's not too hot! 🌊☀️
● About swimming and activities
https://x.gd/Yiubz
● Minami-Izu Town continues to have zero days of extreme heat (as of July 17)!
https://x.gd/WewOB
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🏖️ Yumigahama Beach
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A stunning beach with white sand and green pines, selected as one of "Japan's Top 100 Beaches" and "Top 100 Swimming Spots"!
This year, Yumigahama Splash Water Park is back! 🛟
Enjoy water activities and swimming together.
📅 From July 18 (Saturday) to August 23 (Sunday)
* Yumigahama Splash Water Park will be open until August 23.

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🤿 Hirizo Beach (Nakagi)
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A hidden beach accessible only by boat! 🚤
Thanks to the Kuroshio current, it boasts excellent visibility and is a paradise for snorkeling with abundant fish. 🐠
📅 From July 1 (Saturday) to September 30 (Wednesday)

🚢 Hirizo Beach swimming tour now accepting reservations!
Departure dates: August 8-16, September 19-22
Adults 6,500 yen / Children 5,500 yen
Sign up for the tour here: https://x.gd/ZH3a4

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🎆 49th Yumigahama Fireworks Festival
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The water fireworks viewed from the sandy beach are breathtaking! ✨
📅 August 8 (Saturday) from 8 PM

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🏝️ List of summer swimming spots
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1️⃣ Yumigahama Beach July 18 - August 30
2️⃣ Koura Beach July 27 - August 16
3️⃣ Yagawahama and Tawarahama Ferry Crossing (Mera) July 18 - August 31

* Starting July 25! Izu the South 34°N: https://www.izu34n.jp/

* Summer posters are also on sale!
B1 (Ishimuro Shrine) 500 yen, B2 (Hammerhead Shark, two types of fireflies from Ihama) 300 yen
(Free distribution to Minami-Izu residents)

📷 A photo contest is also underway!
Winners will receive luxurious prizes.
Apply here: https://x.gd/LRM7Q

Gion Festival

Points for Enjoyment

Walking to See the Floats
The centerpiece of the Gion Festival is undoubtedly the floats.
Seeing the luxurious decorations and intricate designs up close is truly impressive.
During the day, you can enjoy the overall grandeur, while at night, the lanterns create a serene atmosphere.

Experiencing the Atmosphere of the Evening Festival
The time when the floats are lined up makes walking around the city enjoyable.
The stalls, the flow of people, and the bustling atmosphere of the float districts all combine to create a festive air that is quintessentially Kyoto.

Taking a Close Look at the Townhouses and Decorations
Not only the floats but also the surrounding townscape and shop arrangements are charming.
Walking while admiring the hanging decorations and ornaments reveals the depth of the festival.

Avoiding Crowds
The popular time slots can get quite crowded.
If you prefer to take your time, choosing early hours or times closer to weekdays makes for easier walking.

Useful Items to Have
Comfortable shoes
Drinks and hats for heat protection
A small bag for crowded times
Rain gear in case of weather changes

Is it true that you shouldn't eat cucumbers during the Gion Festival?
This is related to the family crest of Yasaka Shrine, the deity of the Gion Festival.
The family crest of Yasaka Shrine resembles the cross-section of a sliced cucumber.
Because of this, the townspeople of Kyoto have had a tradition of not eating cucumbers during the Gion Festival.

Gion Festival... Pre-Festival Night

On July 15th (Wednesday) and 16th (Thursday), during the evening festivities, certain areas will become pedestrian-only zones (car-free zones), lined with food stalls.
The pedestrian zone hours, excluding some streets, are from 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM.
The pedestrian areas include Shijō Street (from Higashioji Street to Horikawa Street), Karasuma-dori Street (from Oike Street to Takatsuji Street), Muromachi-dōri (from Sanjō Street to Takatsuji Street), and Shinmachidori (from Takoyakushi Street to Takatsuji Street).
Bicycles are not allowed in the pedestrian-only zones.
The Gion Festival nights can get quite crowded, especially around the floats and major streets, making movement difficult.
Avoid going against the flow of people and steer towards less crowded streets.
Parents with small children and elderly individuals should refrain from pushing into the crowded center.
Stay hydrated and take measures against the heat.


As evening falls, the sounds of "Konchikichin" resonate from each float district. The Gion music, played with bells, flutes, and drums, has long been cherished as a sound heralding the arrival of summer in Kyoto. Surrounded by the glow of lanterns, the time spent admiring the floats while listening to Gion music is truly enchanting.

The lantern light adds a different kind of splendor compared to daytime. Due to the large crowds, stepping back to view the overall scene is also beautiful.

Kawayu Onsen × Tokachigawa Moor Onsen Beautiful Skin Hot Spring Experience Tour
Introducing a beautiful skin hot spring experience tour where you can enjoy the ultimate beautiful skin cycle with two famous hot springs: "Peeling × Moisturizing"♨️

Taken on July 1, 26.
This is Craft Juicy Peach Tea and a white peach & Earl Grey tart.
I'm happy because I love peaches. 😊🍑

Notice of Change in Event Date📣

The "Makubetsu Summer Festa" scheduled for July 19 has been postponed to July 20 (Monday, a public holiday) due to rain forecasts!!

http://www.makubetsu.jp/kankobussankyokai/?p=8237

✈️ Welcome to Kushiro! ✈️

The long-awaited international charter flight by Korean Air arrived at Kushiro Airport on Wednesday, July 15th, marking the first arrival in seven years. 😊
The historic inaugural flight filled 172 seats, nearly reaching full capacity, allowing us to welcome many guests.
At the airport, we prepared welcome banners and treats, and at the arrival gate, staff greeted the passengers with loud applause. The smiles of those arriving filled the venue, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
We hope this will encourage many to enjoy the charms of Kushiro and the eastern region of Hokkaido! ✨

The sunflower field located in Fukuroi City, Shizuoka Prefecture.

It’s a hidden gem with fewer people on weekday evenings.

The sunflowers are beautifully in bloom, so be sure to stop by!

Taken on July 1, 2014.
This is a windmill in front of the Otorii Gate at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine.
It was around 7:30 in the morning in the shrine grounds.

祇園祭2026年

京都の夏といえば祇園祭が真っ先に浮かびますね・・・
祇園祭は、京都の八坂神社の祭礼で、疫病退散を祈る行事として平安時代に始まったと伝えられています。
現在は日本三大祭の一つとして知られ、豪華な山鉾や神輿、さまざまな神事が1か月にわたって行われます。

7月1日ごろ 吉符入など 祭の始まりを告げる神事
7月10日 神輿洗・お迎え提灯 鴨川で神輿を清める神事
7月14日〜16日 前祭・宵山 山鉾が建ち並び、夜の賑わいが最高潮
7月17日 前祭・山鉾巡行と神幸祭神輿渡御
7月21日〜23日 後祭・宵山 落ち着いた雰囲気で山鉾を見学
7月24日 後祭・山鉾巡行と花傘巡行 山鉾が再び都大路を進む日
7月31日 疫神社夏越祭 祭の締めくくりの神事

熱中症対策がとても大事な場面です。
通気性のよい薄手の服、帽子、(日傘巡行時はNG)
首元を冷やせるタオルや保冷剤
こまめに飲める水やお茶、スポーツドリンク
塩分タブレットなどナトリウム補給ができるもの
体調が悪い・・・人混みや長時間の観覧を無理しない

トイレはコンビニなど使用できません・・・
トイレマップアプリで・・・

It took a year to finally complete it.
I took photos of Doctor Yellow in the vicinity of Omi Nagaoka Nishiyama Castle Ruins throughout spring, summer, autumn, and winter.
In spring, there are cherry blossoms; in summer, a blue sky; in autumn, the foliage; and in winter, snow.

A living earth, emitting volcanic smoke.
A mysterious lake emerging beyond the mist.
And the memories of the Earth, resting deep within the forest.

Surrounding the Kussharo Prince Hotel,
you can experience the scenery that reminds us that the Earth is still alive.
At Mt. Io, steam continuously rises from the ground,
revealing the rugged form that the Ainu people called "the naked mountain."

Lake Mashu shows its unique expressions,
whether it is shrouded in mist or shining with clear blue.

In the forests of Wakin Peninsula,
memories born from volcanic activity 30,000 years ago lie in slumber.

Why not feel the pulse of the Earth, using Kussharo Prince Hotel as your base?
For more details, please check the link in the profile.

📍Kussharo Prince Hotel
https://www.instagram.com/kussharo_ph/