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Event Announcement 📣 On Saturday, October 24th, the earliest Christmas tree lighting ceremony in Japan, "Hiroo Santa Land Tree Lighting Ceremony 2026," will take place. 😊 In addition to the "Santa Land Christmas Market," a variety of events will be held, including a sound festival featuring the Hiroo Santa Land Jazz School and the ensemble group "Sogaku." 🎵 During the lighting ceremony, children from Hiroo Nursery School and Toyone Nursery School will perform Christmas songs. At the moment the lights are turned on, approximately 150,000 lights and about 10,000 wooden lanterns will illuminate the venue, creating a romantic Christmas atmosphere. ✨✨ Additionally, fireworks will be launched to conclude the event, and special Christmas gifts will be distributed to children under elementary school age who attend. 😍 Enjoy an early Christmas with your family and friends! 🤗 🔶 Date: October 24, 2026 (Saturday) starting at 14:00 🔶 Venue: Daimaruyama Forest Park *In case of inclement weather, the event will be held at the Hirocho Children's Welfare Hall. 🔶 The illumination will be on display from 16:00 to 22:00 and can be enjoyed until March 31st. 🔶 Contact: Hirocho Fisheries and Commerce Tourism Division TEL: 01558-2-0177 https://www.town.hiroo.lg.jp/santa_land/...

Taken on October 17, 2026. This is Ieyasu's float, rotating in front of Atre Kawagoe.

Reflected in the red umbrella is the traditional beauty of Kyoto. Standing amidst the vibrant autumn leaves is Aoi Tayū from Shimabara, Kyoto. The Shimabara Tayū carries on a tradition that has lasted since the Edo period. Her luxurious kimono, unique Japanese hairstyle, and hairpins embody the aesthetic sensibility and craftsmanship of Japan. The vivid autumn leaves and the elegant figure of the Tayū, passed down through generations, create a moment where Kyoto's autumn scenery and traditional culture intertwine. I captured this fleeting moment in a photograph. I hope that such culture and beauty will be inherited by future generations. Location: Arashiyama, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture Model: Aoi Tayū

Reflected in the red umbrella is the traditional beauty of Kyoto. Autumn in Arashiyama, Kyoto. Standing amidst the vibrant autumn leaves is Aoi Tayū from Shimabara, Kyoto. The Shimabara Tayū carries on a tradition that dates back to the Edo period. Her luxurious kimono, unique Japanese hairstyle, and hairpins embody Japan's aesthetic sense and the craftsmanship of artisans. The vivid autumn leaves and the elegant figure of the Tayū, passed down through time. I captured a moment where the autumn scenery unique to Kyoto overlaps with Japan's traditional culture. I hope that such culture and beautiful forms will be passed down to future generations. Location: Arashiyama, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture Model: Aoi Tayū from Shimabara, Kyoto.

★Selling KUSHIRO Original Polo Shirts★ We are selling polo shirts designed with the scenery of Kushiro City! These original goods feature illustrations of the red-crowned crane, setting sun, Nusamai Bridge, Akan Volcanic Complex, and Onbetsu's butterbur on the back of Printstar's quick-drying polo shirts (available in eight colors). If you wish to order, please fill out the necessary information on the order form and submit it via email or fax. *For more details, please check the link in the profile🔗.

【Happy Halloween】 Entering the Forest Art Museum "komu," the atmosphere was different than usual! It feels a bit mysterious, yet somehow cute. But it might be a little scary too. Enjoy the limited-time Halloween display! 🎃 【Forest Art Museum "komu"】 On Friday, October 30th, it's Halloween Night 🌙 Have you decided what costume to wear? Of course, you don't have to dress up! On this day only,✨ from 18:00 to 20:00, admission is free for everyone. We are preparing Halloween events and looking forward to seeing you! Contact: 0158-87-2600 #Nishiokoppe Village #komu #Halloween #Display #I want some sweets.

Enjoy Halloween Night at Komu! We are excited to announce a Halloween event at the Forest Art Museum "Komu"!📢 On the night of Friday, October 30th We will be open for special evening hours at Komu!👻🎃🧙‍♀️ We will temporarily close at 5 PM, and the Halloween event will start at 6 PM!! Entrance will be free for everyone until 8 PM! Together with the Puppet Play Circle Doremi We have prepared fun activities related to Halloween and are looking forward to your visit. You might receive some candy if you complete the missions!? Dress up in your best costumes And let’s enjoy the night before Halloween together! We invite you and your family or friends to come and join us! Contact: 0158-87-2600 #Nishiokoppe Village #Komu #Halloween #Evening Opening Hours #Puppet Play Circle Doremi

In a garden glowing with autumn colors, enjoy a cup of tea. On a night illuminated by the Mid-Autumn Moon. The pure Japanese garden, Korakuen, was lit up as if the moonlight had descended, allowing us to relish the night foliage instead of night cherry blossoms. Walking along the path of light from the garden entrance, we could see the illuminated autumn leaves and pavilions on both the right and left. Without the prepared lighting, the night Korakuen would be so dark that one couldn't distinguish between the soil and the roots of the trees. The sight of leaves, stones, moss, and lanterns floating in the darkness due to the various lights was truly wonderful. The redness of the autumn leaves was more vivid than during the day and burned into the back of my eyelids. On the night of the illumination, a tea ceremony was held at the tea room, Korakutei, within the garden. The tea utensils were adorned with autumn leaves, and the sweets and tea bowls also revealed the essence of autumn. While savoring the sweetness of the sweets and the warmth of the tea, we fully enjoyed the autumn tea ceremony. - This illumination project was held for the third time, following last autumn and this spring. Thanks to this event, we met many villagers visiting Korakuen for the first time, those who look forward to coming every time, and visitors from nearby towns, among others. May this wonderful garden continue to be a cherished place for many in the future. Korakuen will be closed for the winter, so in the remaining few days, I would be delighted if you could come and visit.

The traveling bookstore and candy shop In September, the traveling Yukimichi Bookstore was held at Kobanko📚 Books about horses and bears, books on succulents and fungi, and books on beautiful libraries around the world were all present. Each book piqued my curiosity. The succulent seedlings in the basket were adorable too🌿 On this day, there was also a booth from the candy shop "Egao-ya" in Monbetsu! Next to the children happily choosing sweets, I found snacks I used to enjoy and got really excited. Not only shopping but also satisfying small hunger and playing with Lego blocks... While everyone spent their time as they pleased, I flipped through the intriguing books. It was so cozy that I ended up spending more time than planned. The next traveling Yukimichi Bookstore will be on Saturday, October 24th, from 12 PM to 4 PM. Please look forward to it. #Nishiokoppe Village #Traveling #Bookstore #Candy shop #Kobanko

Introducing the Setoushi-kun Ballpoint Pen! A new ballpoint pen featuring the design of Setoushi-kun has been created! This pen writes with black ink🖋 Check out the images to see how it looks on paper. Available for purchase at Hotel Rimu and Roadside Station Kamu. The price is 400 yen, including tax. Perfect as a travel companion, a gift for friends, or just for yourself! #Nishiokoppe Village #New Product #Setoushi-kun #Ballpoint Pen #Hotel Rimu

【Announcement of the Lecture】 Wood in Hokkaido and Our Lives Since ancient times, people have lived by discerning the right materials for the right places. Eiaki Nishikawa, who has written numerous books on trees and wood, and is also a researcher of chairs, shares the wisdom of those who have identified the properties of wood and utilized them appropriately. What does Nishikawa say about the wood of Hokkaido and our lives? Date: November 28, 2026 Time: 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM Admission: Free (No registration required, first 80 attendees) Venue: 2nd floor of Kawayu Visitor Center Kawayu Visitor Center (TEL 015-483-4100) 2-2-6 Kawayu Onsen, Teshikaga, Kawakami District, Hokkaido October: 8 AM - 5 PM, November: 9 AM - 4 PM / Closed on Wednesdays Organizer: Kussharo Caldera Nature Interaction Promotion Council

The peak of the autumn foliage has passed, and it's now the time when the leaves gradually fall. This year's autumn colors in Teshikaga were beautiful and stunning! 🍁✨ Let me introduce you to the autumn of Teshikaga. 🍂 Although the peak has passed, you can still enjoy the beautiful autumn, so please come to Teshikaga! ⛰️🚗✨ 📸📍Teshikagacho

Photographed on October 17, 2026. The first day of the Kawagoe Festival. This is Ieyasu's float passing under the overpass in front of Atre Kawagoe.

Taken on October 17, 26. It's the first day of the Kawagoe Festival. This is the float of Wakitamachi and Ieyasu departing.

The Autumn Festival at Fukuōji Shrine is a festival that features a portable shrine passing through the Imperial Gate of Ninna-ji, showcasing the fusion of Shinto and Buddhism. This year, after seven years, the Kenboko (spear-like decoration) was presented within the grounds of Ninna-ji. The highlight is the magnificent procession of the Senkan portable shrine! In front of the Nio Gate at Ninna-ji, there will be performances of taiko drums, lion dances, and the "lifting" and "turning" of the portable shrine, creating a lively atmosphere for the festival. Additionally, the normally closed Imperial Gate of Ninna-ji will be opened, providing a rare opportunity for solemn ceremonies to be held in front of the Shin-den. This year marks the return of the Kenboko presentation after seven years within the grounds of Ninna-ji. 📅Every year on the third Sunday of October 📍Procession of the Portable Shrine Starting from Fukuōji Shrine, it will pass through Narutaki, Yamagoe, Uzumasa, Tokiwa, and Omuro, then return to Fukuōji Shrine via Ninna-ji. 📸 Recommended Viewing Spots Around 14:30｜In front of the mountain gate of Ninna-ji Around 15:30｜Fukuōji Intersection This autumn festival in Kyoto is filled with the enthusiasm and traditions of the local people.