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Introduction of the tsuba from Wakeido Item Number: T380702 Title: Mouko zu Tsuba Signature: Kingyokudo myochin Hirosada (kao) Certification: [N.B.T.H.K.] Tokubetsu Hozon Tousougu Size: Length 72.7mm Width 65.5mm Thickness 4.5mm Period: Late Edo AD 1830–1860 School: Mito kinko Uchikoshi school Description Mito is one of the Tokugawa Gosanke and a castle town with a production of 350,000 koku. Here, a group known as Mito kinko flourished, forming the Mito carving style and producing numerous master craftsmen such as Motosuke, Ichiryu Tomoyoshi, Mikuru Tamagawa, Uchikoshi Hirosada, and Hagiya Katsuhira. Uchikoshi Hirosada is the foremost disciple of Hirosu and is known as Kingyokudo and Shugen-sai. He is skilled in high relief carvings of figures and plants, showcasing exceptional craftsmanship. This piece features a magnificent high relief of a fierce tiger on a quarter plate, and the carving of the river on the reverse side also demonstrates remarkable skill.

Introduction of Tsuba from Wakedō Item Number: E380701 Title: Ohsyukubai Tsuba Signature: Hohshinsai Toshikage Ganji koushi ki aki (kao) AD1864 Certification: [N.B.T.H.K.] Hozon Tousougu Dimensions: Length 66mm Width 58.5mm Thickness 2.5mm Period: AD1864 School: Touryusai school Explanation The Touryusai school was founded by Kiyotoshi Tanaka, who was born in the first year of the Bunka era and was known to have connections with Haruaki Hōgen. The school developed a clever style known as the Touryusai style, training many disciples, including Toshikage, Toshimune, and Toshimura. Toshikage, also known as Matsugorō Morikawa, used the names Hohshinsai and Hōmei-sai, creating animal and plant designs in the Touryusai style. His skills were high, and he was a fine craftsman of the Touryusai school. This piece is a tsuba depicting the Ohsyukubai (plum tree) in the Touryusai style, featuring a silver inlay with a carved design on the back, which is very characteristic of the Touryusai style. It showcases the craftsmanship of Toshikage and is a remarkable piece with significant age. Ohsyukubai During the reign of Emperor Murakami, the emperor ordered a magnificent plum tree from the residence of Ki no Tsurayuki's daughter because the plum tree in Seiryōden had withered. The daughter replied with a poem, saying, "If it is the emperor's command, I will gladly offer it, but what should I say if the nightingale that visits every year asks, 'Where is my home?'" The emperor was moved by this elegant response and returned the plum tree to its original garden.

Photographed on April 1, 2014. This is the flower water offering at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Taken on April 1, 2014. This is the flower water offering at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

This is a Sasa-yuri blooming in the park at Shijuuhatta Falls, located in Takayama City, Gifu Prefecture. It is a place where Sasa-yuri and hydrangeas are maintained by human hands. There is a donation of 300 yen, but it was the best spot for taking photos.

Photographed on April 15, 2014. This is the flower water basin at Hara Florist.

A special view of the sea in Japan that appears only in summer. In Higashi-Izu, Kawana, there is a special diving spot that can only be accessed during the summer. Its name is "Ubako Coral." Just three minutes from the port. The time spent heading out to sea on a small boat is also part of the joy of the journey. Once you enter the water, schools of fish greet you. Fish swimming around the reef transform the ocean view in every direction. Vibrant soft corals spread out, allowing you to not only watch the fish but also to slowly enjoy Japan's rich sea. Ubako Coral is available only until the end of August each year. It is a special view of the sea in Japan that you can encounter only in summer. There are still lesser-known seas in Japan. Why not encounter such views on your next trip?

🧑‍🧑‍🧒Family Time in Teshikaga Dairy Farming Experience, Fruit Picking, Learning About Nature Spend the best family time in Teshikaga this summer! This time, we introduce three spots in Teshikaga that everyone, regardless of age, can enjoy. ・Dairy Farming Experience Watanabe Experience Ranch ・Fruit Picking BB Farm ・Learning About Nature Kawayu Visitor Center Of course! Teshikaga has many other activities besides the ones we introduced this time, so we will gradually share more✌︎ Let's enjoy the refreshing summer in Teshikaga without it being too hot👶❣️

Chahaku-chan came to visit. She sheltered from the rain and then went home.🐈☔️

🍜New Store Opening🍜 Last month, "Rāmen Tori no Shizuku" opened in Teshikagacho, Kawayu Onsen🐔✨ Enjoy beautiful chicken clear soup ramen made with delicious water and Hokkaido chicken. It has already become a popular spot, so it's recommended to visit during early hours when the soup is still available💦 We invite everyone to come and check it out! 【Rāmen Tori no Shizuku】 Chicken clear soup ramen made with water from Mashu and Hokkaido chicken. Business Hours: 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM Closed: Mondays, 2nd and 4th Tuesdays Address: Kawayu Onsen 1-4-27 Instagram @TORINO_SHIZUKU *Business will end when the soup runs out. Please enjoy the delicious ramen!

[30DAYS Nishiokoppe Village Edition] Here is the television broadcast information📢 On NHK Hokkaido From Friday, July 3rd at 19:30 A young NHK director stayed in Nishiokoppe for 30 days, documenting what he encountered and saw in the program. The title is "A Village with More Deer than People." For one week after the broadcast, it will also be available on NHK ONE. The rerun will be on Saturday, August 1st at 10:05. Please be sure to watch it!📺️ #30DAYS #Deer

♨️ Tsukatte Fukkatsu ♨️ Have you heard of the Kawayu Onsen break-up hot spring tour plan?👀 Let's dissolve your everyday worries and bad relationships by soaking in the highly acidic hot spring "Kawayu Onsen" that can even melt nails! The break-up hot spring tour plan at Kawayu Onsen is currently available at Kawayu Kanko Hotel, KKR Kawayu, and Oyado Kinkiyu Annex Suikazura‼︎🎶 For those who can't spare that much time, we also offer a day-use ema (wooden plaque) for 2,000 yen each✨. Please enjoy the hot spring tour at Kawayu Onsen, refresh both your mind and body, and cut off those ties decisively!💪♨️ *Please note that the above plan and ema sales are not available at Yuji. However, you can still enjoy bathing, so please consider it as one of your bathing options.

Photographed on June 16, 2014. I visited Enko next to Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine. I had ginger pork, cold tofu with dipping sauce, miso soup, and kombu tea. After the meal, I felt warm. It's a nourishing meal. 😊

Taken on June 26, 2014. These are the hydrangeas along the approach to Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Escape the hustle and bustle of daily life and enjoy a moment of tranquility at Shoishohama Beach, renowned for its exceptional beauty and selected as one of Japan's top 88 bathing spots. We are excited to announce the "NIGHT WAVE - Light Wave Project in Shoishohama." This project is supervised by NIGHT WAVE Co., Ltd., a company with extensive experience in light displays, allowing you to experience a special space enveloped in enchanting blue light. Witness the breathtaking gradient created by the setting sun transforming into the shimmering blue waves. This series of artistic experiences will gently stimulate your senses, inviting you into a space woven with the sounds of the waves, the sea breeze, and light. It truly is a mindful healing time that focuses your awareness on "the here and now." Regain your peace of mind and immerse yourself in the magical scenery of the beautiful sunset at Shoishohama and the blue, illuminated waves. We invite you to experience this miracle. Event Overview NIGHT WAVE - Light Wave Project in Shoishohama (Date) From Saturday, October 17, 2026, to Monday, October 19, 2026 (Time) 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM (sunset expected around 5:19 PM) (Venue) In front of the second parking lot at Shoishohama Beach (approximately 200 meters of shoreline illuminated) (Supervision) NIGHT WAVE Co., Ltd. (Lighting Support) Pi Photonics, Inc. Event Features - Breathtaking shoreline light display : Blue lights dance with the waves, creating a unique and enchanting spectacle. - Torii gate illumination : Experience the lighting of the torii gate standing at Shoishohama and a path of light leading to it. - Gentle lighting decoration at your feet : Lights along the bridge path and viewing areas will support your steps. - Appealing food trucks : Warm beverages and snacks will enrich your autumn nights. - A cozy dining space with lanterns : Enjoy your meal while admiring the enchanting scenery. - Mindfulness sound : Pleasant music that promotes mindfulness through auditory experience will envelop the space. Important Notes and Safety Guidelines To provide everyone with a safe and comfortable experience, please keep the following points in mind. - The sea at night can be very dangerous. Please enjoy the event only within the designated viewing areas. We cannot be held responsible for any accidents that occur within the venue or during the viewing. - There will be no seating available at the venue. If needed, please bring your own chairs or mats. - Some coastal areas may have limited lighting at night. For safety, we strongly recommend bringing a flashlight. - Parking spaces are limited, so we kindly ask everyone to share and use them considerately. - We cannot be held responsible for any accidents or thefts that occur in the parking area. - This event utilizes natural phenomena, so due to weather conditions or wave conditions, the sunset and glowing waves may not be clearly visible. - In the event of sudden bad weather or unavoidable circumstances, the event may be canceled without prior notice. Notifications of cancellations will be posted on the town's website. This autumn, indulge in an unparalleled mindfulness experience woven by light and waves, exclusively at Shoishohama. [Office] Mihama Town Tourism Promotion Division Phone: 0770-32-6705 (8:30 AM - 5:15 PM)