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🦐✨We have compiled a list of accommodations where you can enjoy Ise shrimp! When it comes to autumn flavors in Izu Shimoda, it's all about Ise shrimp🦐 The Shimoda City Tourism Association has newly published a page featuring accommodations where you can eat Ise shrimp! From sashimi to grilled dishes, each accommodation offers various Ise shrimp dishes to enjoy🍽️✨ Why not savor Ise shrimp at your accommodation during your autumn trip to Shimoda?🌿 ▼Find accommodations where you can eat Ise shrimp here https://www.shimoda-city.info/iseebi-yado...

Mentaiko! Spiced pollock roe, even when translated into English, isn't immediately familiar for many native speakers. "Spicy fish eggs" gets the meaning across clearly, but isn't likely to win any new converts. For either committed fans or the merely curious though, there are Mentai Parks that combine a large variety of mentai-flavored foods, a production line where Mentaiko is made, and a surprisingly expansive play area complete with games, slides, trick art and even a theater showing Mentaiko videos, all at no entry fee. Visitors can watch the magic happen with windows that offer a behind-the-scenes look at Mentaiko production, or hear about Mentaiko-related trivia from a cheerful Mentaiko professor character. That there should be one such Mentai Park would be a curiosity, an idiosyncrasy of Japan, which can often be found celebrating things seen as oddities from a more global perspective, but in fact there are no less than a half dozen, spreading west to east from Kobe, Biwako, Tokoname, Izu, Gunma and Oarai. If you are in the area of one, you could do far worse than visit. The food court offers Mentaiko (of course) and very little else, but that can take the form of onigiri, noodle dishes, baguettes, or even ice cream. There is a free tea dispenser, which is a further nice gesture. You may find yourself coming home with a cuddly soft spiced pollock roe toy, or awaken a new love of mentaiko-flavored ice cream. Whatever the case, the price is right, and its sure to be a distinct and pleasant experience.

The Golden Tunnel in Nagoya The row of ginkgo trees along Sakuradoori in Naka Ward, Nagoya City, shines in golden hues during autumn, delighting the eyes of passersby. In the background, skyscrapers like the Nagoya Lucent Tower in Ushijimacho, Nishi Ward, create a beautiful contrast between nature and the city, symbolizing autumn in Nagoya. I was moved by the richness of nature right in the heart of the city and pointed my camera.

This photo was taken at the historical site "Odoi mound" of Kitano Tenmangu in Kamigyō-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture. The vibrant red and yellow trees illuminated beautifully, along with the carpet of fallen leaves at my feet, adorn the autumn nights of Kyoto splendidly. Captivated by the beauty of the illuminated tunnel of autumn leaves and the carpet of fallen leaves, I pressed the shutter to capture the enchanting deepening of autumn and its tranquil presence.

This is a photograph of the moss-covered thatched roof of Horyuin Temple, located in Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture. As autumn deepens, the surrounding foliage turns vibrant colors, creating a stunning contrast with the green moss. Combined with the stone-paved path, it presents a breathtaking view that evokes a sense of tranquility and the spirit of wabi-sabi. I was captivated by the heaviness of the moss-covered thatched roof and the vivid autumn leaves enveloping it. I strongly felt the desire to capture this quiet moment where the passage of time and the beauty of nature coexist.

Nisshoin Temple in the colorful autumn, a single golden leaf. Located in Sagano, Kyoto, Nisshoin Temple is known as a famous spot for autumn foliage and is a Tendai sect temple. The maple trees lining both sides of the stone steps leading to the temple are breathtaking. It enshrines Shaka Nyorai and Amitabha Buddha. Focusing on the vibrant yellow leaves in the foreground, I wanted to capture the stone steps of red leaves leading deeper into the temple, expressing the tranquility of this historic temple and the fleeting beauty of deepening autumn.

The Brick Bridge Carrying the Autumn of the Ancient Capital This brick arch bridge is the Suirokaku Aqueduct, located within the grounds of Nanzenji Temple in Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City. It was constructed as part of the Biwako Sosui to channel water from Lake Biwa into Kyoto City, and water still flows through it today. It is one of the iconic landscapes of Nanzenji, where retro architecture blends with rich nature. I was captivated by the contrast between the retro Suirokaku, which retains the charm of the Meiji era, and the vividly colored autumn leaves. I wanted to capture the weight of history and the passage of the seasons in a single shot, so I pressed the shutter.

Kyoto Daikaku-ji is the headquarters of the Shingon sect located in Saga, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture. The important cultural property, Ōsawa Pond, is said to have been a place where Heian aristocrats enjoyed boating, and its beautiful nature continues to captivate many people. I was captivated by the beauty of the autumn leaves reflected on the surface of Ōsawa Pond. I strongly desired to capture the fantastical scenery created by its vibrant colors.

In the late autumn at Gionji Temple, nestled deep in Arashiyama, Kyoto, the roofs are covered with vibrant red fallen leaves, contrasting with the fiery hues of the remaining autumn foliage. The juxtaposition of these colors against the still lush green leaves captures a moment of "silent passion" as the seasons change. The contrast of red and green beautifully conveys the weight of time and the transience of nature.

Taken on September 9, 2026. This is the autumn display at Kawagoe Prince Hotel. The Kawagoe Festival is just around the corner next month, isn't it?🏮

Captured on September 9, 26. This is the autumn display at Kawagoe Prince Hotel. 🍁 The Kawagoe Festival will be held on October 17 and 18. 🏮

Autumn in Nikko The World Heritage Site, Nikkō Tōshō-gū Shrine. Just off the main path, vibrant autumn quietly thrived.

"Autumn Beyond the Bridge" In December 2024, while visiting Arashiyama in Kyoto, I caught sight of a water scene from Togetsukyo Bridge. The water cascading down the height resembled a small waterfall, and beyond the clear stream lay mountains dyed in autumn colors and quiet rows of houses. While many people on Togetsukyo Bridge were gazing at the expansive views of the mountains and river, I found myself drawn to this tranquil water scene that unfolded when I turned back. Despite being right next to the bustling activity, it felt as if a different time was flowing there, offering a sense of calm that seemed somewhat detached from the world. The scenery was so pleasant that I couldn't help but take pictures and record a short video. What stays in my heart during my travels are not just the famous grand views, but perhaps these quiet scenes encountered when casually looking back. Location: Togetsukyo Bridge, Arashiyama, Kyoto

Captured on August 17, 26. This is the "Kawagoe Tanabata Musubuomoi Wind Chimes" at Kajimachi Hiroba Square.

Event Announcement 📣 On Saturday, September 19, the "Toyokoro Industrial Festival 2026" will be held 😊 "See, Taste, and Play!" This festival allows you to enjoy the autumn blessings of Toyokoro 🎵🎵 This year, special limited menus featuring "Toyosui" from Soma City and "Keisui" and "dried sweet potatoes" from Chikusei City will color the venue with luxurious autumn flavors 🎀 On stage, enjoy performances by the local Toyokoro Taiko group "Enkai" and the Toyokoro Junior High School brass band, as well as street performances by "Kosuke" and a glamorous singing show by enka singer Kaori Kouzai ✨✨ Additionally, the popular autumn salmon sale from Otsu and salmon catching events will be held‼️ There will also be a "mochi & candy toss" with local specialties as prizes, food trucks offering local flavors, and plenty of delicious gourmet options. We warmly invite you and your friends and family to join us 🤗 🔶Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026, 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM (Rain or shine) 🔶Venue: JA Toyokoro Multipurpose Square 🔶Contact: "Sea and Earth Festival" Toyokoro Industrial Festival 2026 Executive Committee Office (Toyokoro Town Hall, Industrial Section, Commerce and Tourism Division) TEL: 015-574-2217 https://www.toyokoro.jp/page/7802.html...