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Photographed on January 23, 2014. I visited Kanda Myōjin Shrine during the winter holidays. Akari Jinba looked sleepy. 🐴

Staying at Kussharo Prince Hotel, you hear the trumpeting calls of whooper swans at Lake Kussharo in the morning. In temperatures colder than −10°C, the fireplace crackles as the firewood pops. Listen to the clear surface of the lake and the quiet sounds spreading along the shore. This stay turns the solitude you can only experience here into sound. 📍Kussharo Prince Hotel https://www.instagram.com/kussharo_ph/...

The countryside has vast rice paddies, so when it snows they turn into a wide white plain. It’s three minutes from my home, and straight ahead at the end of the road is Lake Biwa.

This is a snowman made from the snow that fell on February 8th. I sent the photo to my one-year-old and three-year-old grandchildren who live in Tokyo. They were overjoyed. Isn't it adorable?

Taken on February 6, 2014. Red plum blossoms at Kawagoe Hachimangū. 🌸 Spring is approaching, but it's snowing today and it's cold.

Photographed on February 7, 2014. The 19th Koedo Kawagoe Amateur Chindon Festival took place.

The 60th Tomakomai Skating Festival is now open! The festival is packed with attractions, including the ever-popular ice mega-slide, snow sculptures, food stalls, and a lively stage program. Of course, the famous shibare-yaki is also available At the tourism association booth, we have a Tomachop lottery and drinks ready, so please stop by ⛸

Photo taken on February 2, 2014. This is a hanachōzu (flower basin) from Hara Florist.

Jewelry Ice at Otsu Coast in Toyokorocho, Hokkaido Ice that formed on the Tokachi River drifts out to sea and the waves polish it into transparent, jewel-like pieces of ice. Visitors aiming for standout photos select well-shaped pieces, carry them, pour hot water or rinse them to remove sticking snow and sand, and arrange the ice by stacking or standing it to create artworks for shooting, but they are beautiful just as they are in nature.

Photographed on February 1, 2014. This is a black latte from LEC COFFEE and a chocolate Basque cheesecake.

[2026 Japan Heritage Marche — Isehara City Will Also Be Present] The Japan Heritage Marche, which shares the stories of Japan’s culture and traditions from each region, will be held this year in Yurakucho, Tokyo. Isehara City will also have a booth at the event to showcase its unique local attractions. At the venue, visitors can experience Japan’s heritage sites through tastings, samplings, and hands-on workshops from across the country. Please come and join us. Dates: Saturday, February 14, 2026 – Sunday, February 15, 2026 Times: February 14: 10:00–17:00 February 15: 10:00–16:00 Location: Yurakucho Station Plaza and Tokyo Kotsu Kaikan (1st-floor event space and others)

🏖️ Third Shimoda City Beach General Election Results Announced! 🏖️ Thank you very much for all your votes✨ Here are the results👇 🥇 1st place Shirahama Ohama Beach 🥈 2nd place Shirahama Central Beach 🥉 Tied for 3rd place Kujuppama Beach · Tatadohama Beach · Nabetahama Beach · Iritahama Beach We have already shipped the prizes to the five winners🎁 They should be arriving at your door soon…?📮✨ And now, the Fourth Shimoda City Beach General Election will be 🗓️ Held from 2/16 to 6/30! Whether you’ve voted before or haven’t joined yet, please cast your vote for your favorite beach🌊💙 We look forward to your participation 😊✨

Photographed on February 1, 2014. This is a black latte from LEC COFFEE. It features very beautiful latte art.☕️✨

Good morning ☀ #This morning in Tsukigase Tsukigase Plum Valley Plum Festival February 14, 2026 to March 29, 2026