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Built in 1910, Kourakukan is a theater located in Kosakamachi, Akita Prefecture. While there are several theaters that remain as Important Cultural Properties, Kourakukan is one of the few that still hosts regular performances and is actively used today. "A building truly comes alive when it's in use." Although I can't include photos from the performances due to copyright restrictions, it's heartwarming to know that even grandparents have their favorite performers! This facility is a source of enjoyment for the townspeople—"that's why we can preserve it." Overall, it was a place that left a positive impression.

Event Announcement 📣 On July 5th (Sunday), the 55th Tokachi River Rafting event will be held 😊 This is a river play event that takes about 2 hours to enjoy the great outdoors, suitable for everyone from children to the elderly. Currently, we are only recruiting participants for the "handmade raft"!❗ (Deadline is June 27th; rental rafts are no longer accepting applications as they have reached capacity.) Join your friends and embark on a grand adventure down the Tokachi River with your proudly crafted raft 🎵 On the day of the event, in addition to rafting, you can also enjoy a raft contest, food trucks, and outdoor hot springs to warm up your body. Why not experience a refreshing feeling that you can't usually enjoy with your proud raft? 🤗 🔶 Date: July 5, 2026 (Sunday) starting at 10:00 🔶 Venue: Upstream of Tokachi Ohashi to Downstream of Tokachi Chuo Ohashi 🔶 Participation Fee: Handmade raft ¥2,000 per person 【Captain's Meeting and Safety Training】 🔷 Reception: 18:30～ 🔷 Training: 19:00～ 🔷 Location: 2nd Floor AV Room, Tokachi Plaza 🟥 Contact Information Tokachi River Rafting Executive Committee Office TEL: 090-5950-5030 (Hatakeyama) http://www.tokachigawa-ikada.net//

The 55th Izu Shimoda Onsen Hydrangea Festival is currently being held!＼(^o^)／ The hydrangeas at Shimoda Park are in full bloom! Enjoy the colorful hydrangeas that resemble a kaleidoscope!♬ Thank you to all the visitors who came today despite the rain!✨ At the Shimoda Kaikoku Museum, located about a 10-minute walk from the venue, visitors are welcomed by floating hydrangeas at the entrance (≧▽≦) Though small, it offers a lingering feeling of being in Japan's best hydrangea garden, and we highly recommend it! Additionally, the Shimoda Kaikoku Museum is also hosting a "Hydrangea Festival Stamp Rally" starting from the museum! https://www.shimoda-museum.jp/new/2026/03/28/2980/... Enjoy it along with the hydrangeas of Shimoda!

[A Village Full of Flowers] Our village hosts a beautiful event every June. This year, many villagers contributed, and pansies and marigolds were planted in the flower beds along the roads. 🌸 Villagers divided into groups for planting flowers, mowing grass, and cutting trees. We were fortunate to work under a clear blue sky without any rain showers, sweating a little as we toiled. Staff from the town hall and local construction workers also participated, helping with the preparation of seedlings, collecting finished pots, and cleaning up. I look forward to seeing the planted flowers grow vigorously, bringing vibrant colors to our village. #Flower Planting #A Village Full of Flowers #Early Summer Sunshine #Our Village's Beautiful Event

26年6月15日撮影。 LEC COFFEEさんのキッシュプレートです。 新じゃがいも、新玉ねぎ、ほうれん草、ベーコンが入ったカレー風味のキッシュ、サラダ、自家製パン、とうもろこしの冷製スープです。

Akita dogs are really cute. These little ones also greeted us cutely lined up at the 'Roadside Station Kazuno Antler's showcase.' When you come to Akita, you can find such small moments of warmth everywhere.

A gourmet journey in Kushiro, all within walking distance from the hotel. The vibrant green soba, a local specialty. The irresistible texture of grilled clams. And to wrap up the trip, a toast with friends. You don't have to travel far; unique flavors of Kushiro await around the hotel! ✨ After sightseeing. For a drink after work. Why not take your time and enjoy the night in Kushiro? 📍Kushiro Prince Hotel https://www.instagram.com/kushiroprincehotel/?hl=ja... If you think, "I want to go here next!", save it for your travel reference. 📝

Beyond the window lies Lake Kussharo, Japan's largest caldera lake. All of our hotel rooms face Lake Kussharo. You can leisurely enjoy the lake's surface bathed in the morning glow, as well as the tranquil scenery at dusk, from your room. It's not just about staying; it's about spending special moments with Lake Kussharo. 📍Kussharo Prince Hotel https://www.instagram.com/kussharo_ph/...

Early summer is here! It's perfect for a drive! 🚙💨 📍At the foot of Mt. Io, a tunnel of fresh greenery 🌱 This tunnel of fresh greenery is one of the popular sights in the Kawayu Onsen area, located at the foot of Mt. Io. Let me give you a glimpse of the vibrant scenery you can enjoy from your car window. Escape from the daily hustle and bustle and come to Teshikaga to experience a refreshing and pleasant summer! 🐻☀️🍉

【Hydrangeas are in full bloom!💫】 Yesterday (6/18), I took photos of hydrangeas that have reached their peak amidst the light rain📸 During these rainy days, people tend to feel down, but the hydrangeas were shining vibrantly✨ The photos are of hydrangeas around a campground just off Prefectural Route 8, which leads from Japan National Route 218 into the Kuwanochi District😌 Further ahead, the Kuwanochi District continues to be adorned with colorful hydrangeas along the road🤗💕 Like the hydrangeas, let’s stay strong and cheerful despite the prolonged rain💪🔥

Manda Pit is a place that exudes a strong presence amidst tranquility. The large steel frames and brick buildings convey memories of the former coal mine. Unlike bustling tourist spots, it offers landscapes that invite you to stroll leisurely and take photos. On sunny days as well as cloudy ones, you can enjoy the weighty expressions characteristic of industrial heritage. 【Visiting Information】9:30 AM to 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:30 PM) / Closed: Mondays (the following weekday if a 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 middle school students / Manda Pit Station (free exhibition room and ticket sales) #Photo Travel #Travel Photography #Industrial Heritage #Historical Landscapes #Japanese Scenery #Brick Architecture #MandaCoalMine #Arao City #Kumamoto Travel #Japan Travel #Visit Japan #World Heritage #Industrial Heritage #Travel Photography

✨Introducing recommended gourmet dishes from Michi-no-Eki Nakajo staff✨ 〈Don't forget to tap the "save mark" if you want to revisit this later!〉 ‘Hiyashi Obukko’ This summer limited menu, ‘Hiyashi Obukko,’ which was popular last year, now features two varieties: ‘Pumpkin Soup’ and ‘Soy Milk Soup’! ＜What is Obukko＞ ‘Obukko’ is a local dish from the Nakajo region of Nagano City. It is a specialty dish made by simmering thick, chewy flat noodles with plenty of vegetables such as daikon, carrots, and mushrooms, all based on Shinshu miso. ‘Takeout Sanzoku-yaki’ Shinshu's famous ‘Sanzoku-yaki’ is also available for takeout! Enjoy juicy Sanzoku-yaki that you can eat with one hand. ‘Deer Meat Croquettes’ are also available and popular. ‘Deer Curry’ We are selling luxurious retort curry made with 100% deer meat from Nagano Prefecture, slowly simmered with onions and spices, at our shop. 【Recommended Information】 ‘Obukko Insulated Bag Giveaway’ When you purchase three items: spicy miso, Obukko's miso sauce, and frozen Obukko noodles, you will receive an original ‘Obukko Insulated Bag’! *Limited quantity available ・Basic Information ‘Michi-no-Eki Nakajo’ @michinoeki_nakajo 【Address】1704 Sumiyaki, Nakajo, Nagano City 【Phone Number】026-267-2188 【Business Hours】 ・Shop 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM ・Dining Place Mamettai 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Light meals will be served between 2:30 PM and 4:00 PM.) ・Direct Sales Office April – November / 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM December – March / 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM *Closed every Wednesday from December to March #Michi-no-Eki #Michi-no-Eki Gourmet #Michi-no-Eki Nakajo #Nagano City #Nagano Tourism

Chahaku-chan came to visit. 🐈

Photographed on June 15, 2014. This is the flower water display at Hara Florist.