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I went to work from Hon-Kawagoe Station for the first time in a while. This is the Enmusubi Fuurin at the Honkawagoe Station Ticket Gate.🎐

Summer haze over the Harima-nada Sea. The view of the sunset from Ikuba Fishing Port on the western coast of Awaji Island also showcases the Harima-nada Sea. The sea during sunset is beautiful, with calm waves, and the hazy sky presents a lovely gradient, revealing a mysterious scenery.

【Breaking News】 Here is the information about the "Kawanakajima Battlefield Fireworks Festival" scheduled for October 10th (Saturday) that was recently announced✨ 1 Event Overview 【Event Date】 October 10, 2026 (Saturday) (Held rain or shine) *In case of severe weather, it will be postponed to October 11 (Sunday) from 18:00 to 19:30 (stage events will be canceled) 【Event Time】 Fireworks from 18:00 to 19:30 (stage events start at 15:00) 【Event Location】 Kawanakajima Battlefield Historic Park 【Access】 'Bus Service' The last bus from Kawanakajima Battlefield to Nagano Station departs at 19:08. There will be no special bus service. *For the latest operation information, please check with Alpico Transportation Co., Ltd. 'Parking' ・Minami-Nagano Sports Park Parking Lot 1 (Paid, shuttle bus service planned) *Parking is limited. Please note that you may not be able to use it if it is full. *All areas around the venue are strictly no parking. 2 Kawanakajima Battlefield Fireworks Festival Grand Fireworks Display Paid Viewing Seats Enjoy the Kawanakajima Battlefield fireworks from the best positions! With chairs and tables provided, you can relax and enjoy the fireworks while savoring food and drinks. "Paid Viewing Seats" *Seating is limited. 【Sales Period】 July 21 (Tuesday) to August 27 (Thursday) 【Application Method】 Via the official website application form 【Sales Plans】 'VIP Seats' 22,000 yen ・Limited to 40 tables (front seats) *If there are many applicants, a lottery will be held. ・One table + three chairs set (up to three people can use) ・Includes one special parking space 'General Viewing Seats' 8,800 yen ・Limited to 100 tables *If there are many applicants, a lottery will be held. ・One table + three chairs set (up to three people can use) *For more details, please visit the official website. #Fireworks Festival #Fireworks #Kawanakajima Battlefield Festival #Nagano City #Nagano Tourism

Taken on July 9, 2014. These are the relationship-binding wind chimes at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine.

We are currently recruiting participants for the event! 📣 On Tuesday, August 11th, the "All Japan Mamachari 6-Hour Endurance Race" will be held at the Tokachi Speedway in Sarabetsumura, under the bright summer sky. 🚴🚴 Why not give it your all and sprint around the circuit, which is usually off-limits, on a mamachari? The concept is "Enjoying an extraordinary space!"‼ This is a perfect opportunity to forget about the busyness of daily life, sweat it out, and relieve stress! 😍 Let's pedal together with friends and create the best summer memories! We look forward to your participation! 🤗 🔶For reservations and details, please check the Tokachi Speedway website below. 🔶Contact: Mamachari Endurance Race Secretariat TEL: 090-2050-1220 http://tokachi.msf.ne.jp/moto-event.php?event_id=753...

Event Announcement 📣 On Saturday, July 25th, a fun disaster prevention event called "Mizube de Wasshoi!" will be held for everyone from children to adults! At 1:00 PM, the opening event "Cheers by the Water" will take place, where everyone at the venue will toast together 😊 Free beverages such as grape juice and tea for children, and Tokachi wine for adults will be served 🎵 In the "Disaster Prevention Experience Zone," there will be a gathering of vehicles from the Self-Defense Forces, fire department, and police, along with an exciting helicopter appearance 🚒🚓 Additionally, there will be plenty of experiences to learn about disaster prevention while having fun, including a 200-meter bucket relay where everyone can work together! Moreover, there will be lots of enjoyable elements like gourmet food made from local delicious ingredients and a festival corner that children love 😍 A special day filled with learning and fun✨✨ Please invite your family and friends and come enjoy the event 🤗 Date: Saturday, July 25, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM Venue: Ikeda Kasen Park (In case of rain: Ikeda Town General Gymnasium Arena) https://kankou-ikeda.com//

Taken on July 9, 26. This is the matchmaking wind chime at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. This year, I am challenging myself to see how many times I can capture this composition.

Let's meet at ALTIMALL Higashikagura! The Nishiokoppe Village booth will be at ALTIMALL Higashikagura for two days only! On Saturday, August 8th and Sunday, August 9th from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM next to Sakai Coffee. From the Forest Art Museum "komu," we will bring wooden toys, and there will be experience corners for making castanets, coloring, and ring toss waiting for you! If the timing is right, you might meet Setoushi-kun, the image character of Nishiokoppe Village. Visitors will receive a one-day free pass to komu✨️ and a free soft serve ice cream coupon🍦 as a gift!🎁 We look forward to seeing many people, especially those living in Higashikagura Town and nearby✨ #Nishiokoppe Village #Higashikagura #ALTIMALL #Event #Setoushi-kun

The long-awaited Adachi Fireworks Festival, held for the first time in three years. Dad was recording videos on his smartphone the whole time, captivated by the stunning display.

The bus ride back after playing hard in the sea of Miyakejima. Everyone is exhausted and fast asleep.

Event Announcement📣 The Shikaoicho Fireworks Festival will be held on Saturday, July 25th! 😊 Enjoy a variety of delicious local flavors at the "Great Flavor Corner," and starting at 6 PM, participate in the "Grand Bingo Tournament" where you can win luxurious gift certificates and prizes! 😍 Bingo cards will be distributed to the first 400 people starting at 5 PM. 🎵 Then, at 8 PM, a spectacular display of fireworks will light up the night sky! 🎆 Create summer memories with your family and friends at Shikaribetsu River Park for the "Fireworks Festival"! 🤗 🔶Date: Saturday, July 25th, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM *In case of rain, the event will be postponed to Sunday, July 26th, and if it rains again on the 26th, it will be postponed to Monday, July 27th. *Please check the Shikaoicho Chamber of Commerce website for confirmation of the event's status. 🔶Location: Shikaribetsu River Park https://www.shikaoi-shokokai.com//

【9 Popular Restaurants in Miyoshi That Are Family-Friendly】 In Miyoshi, there are many places where you can enjoy meals comfortably with children. This time, we conducted a survey among our followers and selected nine recommended restaurants.✨ We received feedback about places with private rooms and kids' menus, as well as those with wonderful service.😊 Please save this for your outings and make use of it. *The photos featured are from the time of posting.* 【Cafe Coniglia】 @cafeconiglia 📞0824-63-8717 *Reservations are only accepted on weekdays.📞Reception.* Other: Drive discounts, participating in gourmet stamp rally. 【Kotonone Zakka Kissaten】 @koto.no.ne 📞0824-44-4370 Other: Private room available (usage fee 500 yen). 【Cafe & Dining Cassi Messi】 @cassi_messi 📞090-3003-0344 Other: Participating in gourmet stamp rally. 【Casual Italian Pecora Pasta】 📞0824-69-0308 【Tamuchan】 @tamusyouten_123456789 📞0824-62-5354 【Tanosimiya Enoki】 @tanosimiya_enoki 📞0824-64-3200 【Café Mike and Shirley】 @cafemikeandshirley 📞070-1874-8939 Other: Participating in gourmet stamp rally. 【Gohan & Coffee Futami】 📞0824-53-2007 【Roadside Station Yumeland Funo】 @michinoeki_funo 📞0824-54-2929 🍴Local Side Dish Buffet *60 minutes all-you-can-eat Adults (middle school and above) 1,760 yen Elementary school students 990 yen Children under elementary school age 715 yen Free for children 3 years and under.

NICO-kama fes 2026 This is a parenting event in Kamagaya, organized primarily by the community. This year, there will be plenty of fun booths and events. Workshops, handmade sales, a stage, and Kamagaya City's parenting support projects will provide enjoyable activities for families with children. 【Date】Thursday, August 20, 2026 【Time】10:00 AM – 4:00 PM 【Venue】Kirari Kamagaya Civic Center, Chuo Community Center, Shopping Plaza Kamagaya 1-1-3 Tomioka, Kamagaya City, Chiba Prefecture *The event will be held in Kirari Hall on the third floor of the Kirari Kamagaya Civic Center. 【Access】Approximately a 3-minute walk from Hatsutomi Station on the Keisei Matsudo Line 【Other】Free admission 【Contact】Kamagaya City Hall, Child Support Division 047-445-1320 https://lit.link/nicokamafes...

Did you know that Manda Pit was one of the main entrances of the Miike Coal Mine? Coal was an important energy source that supported modern Japan's industry and transportation. Walking through Manda Pit allows you to feel how the region and industry were connected. It's not just about seeing the buildings; knowing their roles deepens the visit. 【Visiting Information】9:30 AM to 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:30 PM) / Closed: Mondays (the following weekday if a public holiday) and during the New Year holidays / Admission: 410 yen for adults and university students, 310 yen for high school students, 210 yen for elementary and junior high school students / Manda Mine Station (free exhibition room and ticket sales) #Fun Facts #Miike Coal Mine #History of Coal Mining #Modernization of Japan #Industrial History #Educational Travel #Social Studies Field Trip #Historical Travel #MandaCoalMine #Arao City #Kumamoto Travel #IndustrialHistory #JapaneseHistory #WorldHeritage #JapanTravel #VisitJapan

Taken on July 4, 2014. This is the flower water offering at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.🌻