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The 39th Ikutahara Yamabe Festival will be held on Saturday, July 4th! This year's Yamabe Festival features a mini live performance by "KINZ&K-ing," a magic show by the green fairy Yamachan, and performances by the Engaru Self-Defense Force Band and local dance teams, among many other attractions. Additionally, a "Fishing Tournament" will take place at a different venue. As always, there will be sales of "Yamabe Fly" and a "Lucky Draw" with fabulous prizes! We hope to see you there! Event Date and Time: Saturday, July 4, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM *The fishing tournament starts at 8:15 AM Location: 619-4 Ikutahara Welfare Center Parking Lot, Engaru Town, Monbetsu District, Hokkaido *The fishing tournament will take place at the Ikutahara River.

This year, the hot summer in Uwajima is coming again! The Uwajima Ushioni Matsuri is celebrating its 60th edition. Paid viewing seats will be available for the fireworks display on July 22nd. Please enjoy the fireworks that color the summer in Uwajima. *Scan the QR code to view the details.

When you visit Manda Pit, be sure to look up at the buildings. You will find structures of a scale that are rarely encountered in everyday life right in front of you. Taking photos with people or the sky included will help convey their size. Experience the grandeur of this World Cultural Heritage site firsthand. 【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: Adults and university students 410 yen, high school students 310 yen, elementary and middle school students 210 yen / Manda Mine Station (free exhibition room and ticket sales) #Second Shaft Tower #Photo Journey #Industrial Heritage #Architecture Lovers #Historical Spots #World Heritage Tour #MandaCoalMine #AraoCity #KumamotoTravel #JapanTravel #VisitJapan #WorldHeritage #IndustrialHeritage #ArchitectureLovers

Taken on June 16, 2026. These are the hydrangeas at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Taken on June 16, 26. This is bitter cream coffee and lemon cube cake. It was a very hot day, and I had a lively conversation with the staff about sunscreen. I enjoy these kinds of casual chats. 😊

This photo captures the peaceful beauty of Japan’s hidden gem — where the gentle breeze moves across the clear blue water, green forests surround the lake, and snow-capped mountains rise quietly in the background. A perfect moment where early summer and winter meet in harmony.

Hello 😃 and welcome to the Yamanashi Wine Kingdom Senga Falls store! 🍷✨【A day to brighten your heart at Shosenkyo Gorge during the rainy season ☔️🌿】 In this season, the trees soaked by the rain shine even more vividly in Shosenkyo Gorge. At Senga Falls, selected as one of Japan's top 100 waterfalls, the abundant water cascades powerfully, gently healing visitors with its impressive splashes and deep greenery.✨ It's a beautiful scenery that can only be experienced during the rainy season. Just walking around feels like washing away the damp mood. 🍃 And to wrap up your journey… 🍾✨ Enjoy a refreshing sparkling wine made from Yamanashi grapes at the Yamanashi Wine Kingdom Senga Falls store. 🥂 The crisp bubbles and fruity aroma make the aftertaste of your stroll even more special. Choosing a bottle after soaking in the negative ions of the falls will surely become an unforgettable travel memory. "Today is a treat for myself." How about taking home your favorite bottle with that feeling? ✨ We sincerely look forward to your visit! 😊

It was blooming in the flower bed of a nearby junior high school.

Katahara Onsen Ajisai-no-Sato I visited it the year before last, and it’s a scenic spot where you can enjoy hydrangeas, the sea, and hot springs. The area is quite spacious, and the wall of hydrangeas by the pond was particularly impressive. At night, it is illuminated, and it seems that fireflies also fly nearby.

【GOK SOUND Workshop】 June 13th A "PA and Recording Workshop" was held by Yoshiaki Kondo from GOK SOUND. From 1 PM to 7 PM, we enjoyed a full six hours! In a room at GA.KOPPER (commonly known as the Sandbag Room), live PA practitioners, musicians, those recording their own songs, and people running live houses gathered. At the beginning, a very important discussion on electricity, which is essential for handling equipment. Just in time, thunder rumbled outside the window ⚡️ After a break with bagels and baked goods, we experienced mixing songs recorded on analog tape! We freely adjusted the knobs, bringing in and cutting out the sound of specific instruments, balancing the audio. Watching the analog tape spin round and seeing how the sound changed with our hands was exhilarating. In the latter half, we improvised and recorded participants' original songs. Amid the good tension of being recorded, everyone's adaptability was impressive. Listening to the sounds we played back from the tape... Before we knew it, six hours had flown by. I was glad to see the two from GOK SOUND again this year. Thank you for the live PA the following day as well!! I look forward to the day we can reunite in Nishiokoppe Village again! #Sound #PA #Recording #GOK SOUND

Taken on June 16, 26. This is a pinwheel in front of the Otorii Gate at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine.

The hydrangeas during the rainy season are captivating.

Photographed on June 16, 2014. This is a windmill in front of the Otorii Gate at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine.

When visiting Atami, if you can only choose one dessert to try, most people would likely recommend "Atami Pudding." As you stroll along the Atami shopping street, you can see the charming shop inspired by vintage milk bottles from afar, with a neat display of various pudding flavors in the window. From classic plain to matcha, strawberry, and limited edition fruity flavors, it's hard to resist stopping to choose. This time, I chose the classic plain pudding. After opening the lid, I first drizzled the accompanying caramel sauce, and the rich aroma of eggs immediately filled the air. The texture is creamy and smooth upon entry, with a simple flavor reminiscent of nostalgic Showa-era tastes; the caramel sauce adds just the right amount of slight bitterness and sweetness, enriching the overall experience. It seems simple, yet one can feel the shop's dedication to the ingredients and craftsmanship. Sitting outside the shop, enjoying the pudding while feeling the sea breeze and the leisurely vacation atmosphere of Atami is particularly pleasant. The cute hippo logo and retro packaging are also perfect for taking memorable photos, which is no wonder it has become one of Atami's most representative souvenirs. If you have the chance to visit Atami, take a moment to slow down, savor a bottle of Atami Pudding, and experience the unique sweet charm of this hot spring town.

🚢 Notice of Change in Cruise Ship Departure Time 🚢 We would like to inform you that the departure time for the "Hanseatic Inspiration," scheduled to dock on June 25 (Thursday), has been changed. Departure time changed from 19:00 to 18:30. Farewell performance time by Hokuyo High School Performance time changed from 18:40 to 18:10. The schedule is now 30 minutes earlier than planned, but we look forward to your participation! (^^)/