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Taken on September 1, 2026. These are the matchmaking wind chimes from Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. The matchmaking wind chimes have ended.

Dakigaeri Gorge near Lake Tazawa in Akita. This is a famous spot for autumn leaves in Akita, where the beautifully lit streams create a stunning scene. Nearby, you can find the base of Gekidan Warabi-za, a theater company that continues to perform 600 shows a year based on Tohoku's folk songs and history. This theater depicts the strength of people and the beauty of life, harmonizing gently with the tranquil landscape. How about visiting Akita this autumn?

Event Announcement 📣 On Saturday, September 12th, the "Beet Museum Festa Sweets Fair 2026" will be held 😊 The Beet Museum will be open for free, and there will be a guided tour of the museum with the director 🎵 Additionally, those who find all the hidden "Nitten Logo" at the venue will receive original merchandise as a gift 🎁🎁 Moreover, we will have special sales of beet oligosaccharides and beet sugar, as well as sweets and bread made with beet sugar 🎵 Furthermore, there will be a trolley ride experience, a children's festival, and a variety of programs including performances by the Obihiro Kita High School Brass Band, street performances by twin performers, and a show featuring the popular Jibasan Thunder Hero for kids 😍 This is a great opportunity to experience the charm of sugar up close‼ We look forward to seeing you all 🤗 https://beet-museum.jimdoweb.com//

[GSTC Sustainable Tourism Training: Learning International Standards for Sustainable Tourism] 'GSTC Certified Training in Teshikagacho' By participating in the GSTC Sustainable Tourism Training Program (STTP), you can learn the knowledge and methods necessary for practicing and improving sustainability in travel and tourism. The training covers the GSTC standards, which are the global benchmarks for sustainable travel and tourism, and introduces best practices in businesses and communities. Upon completing the three-day training, a certificate of completion will be issued by GSTC. (This certificate will only be issued to those who attend the entire three-day training.) Those who obtain the certificate are eligible to take the STTP exam. If you pass the exam, you will receive the GSTC Professional Certificate in Sustainable Tourism issued by GSTC. About the Certificate and Qualifications - A certificate of completion will be issued by GSTC upon finishing the three-day training - After completion, you will be eligible to take the STTP exam - Passing the exam allows you to obtain the "GSTC Professional Certificate in Sustainable Tourism" "Sustainable Tourism Training: Learning International Standards for Sustainable Tourism" GSTC Certified Training in Teshikagacho Dates: October 5th, 6th, and 7th, 2026 (3 days) Each day starts at 9:00 AM *The first and second days will be classroom sessions, while the third day will involve fieldwork and reflection Target Audience: Those interested in sustainable tourism community development, management, product creation, etc., who can participate in the training for all three days Location: Kushiro-Ken Mashu Kanko Bunka Center, Audiovisual Room 3-3-1 Mashu, Teshikagacho, 015-482-1811 Participation Fee: Free Capacity: 25 people

Enjoy a morning moment on the top floor of the hotel. We have gathered popular items from our breakfast buffet 🍽 Starting with a seafood bowl that you can customize with your favorite toppings, choose from Japanese and Western dishes according to your mood of the day. While overlooking the city of Kushiro and the Pacific Ocean, enjoy the beginning of your travel day. *Breakfast is exclusive to our guests. Follow us to check the latest information about 📍Kushiro Prince Hotel! ✨ https://www.instagram.com/kushiroprincehotel/...

Enjoy the blessings of the sea and land in a special course. At Kussharo Prince Hotel, we offer three types of Western course meals that you can choose according to your mood and preferences. Savor each carefully prepared dish during a leisurely dinner time. Perfect for special occasions like birthdays, anniversaries, or as a treat for yourself. Create unforgettable memories with your loved ones during these special moments. ◆Limited menu available from September to November. Reservations required. Please note that the menu may change based on the availability of rare ingredients. Photos are for illustrative purposes only. For details and reservations for the Western course dinner, please visit our official website through the link in our profile. 📍Kussharo Prince Hotel https://www.instagram.com/kussharo_ph/...

We will hold the "2026 3rd BBfarm Harvest Festival" on Saturday, September 12th, from 10:30 AM to 4:00 PM! In addition to a lecture by our advisor, Takeo Koizumi, we have prepared various event stages. There will also be a food truck from BB SHEEP COFFEE and kamameshi from the Fermentation Mask Workshop! We look forward to welcoming everyone to our farm. "2026 3rd BBfarm Harvest Festival" Saturday, September 12th, from 10:30 AM to 4:00 PM Location: In front of Kawayu Onsen Station at BB Farm

On Saturday, September 26, and Sunday, September 27, 2026, the "Ofune Matsuri" will be held at Hotaka Shrine, evoking the romance of ancient times. The Ofune Matsuri is a grand festival where five boats, decorated with Hotaka dolls, parade through the city amidst the sounds of flutes and drums, gathering at Hotaka Shrine for a sacred ritual. The tourism association will offer a viewing tour to fully enjoy this magnificent festival. Next to the shrine, the event "Azumino Terrace" will also take place, featuring food trucks and craft shops. It's an event where you can eat, shop, see, and play. This time, it's an event that encourages thinking about "the future of Azumino"! We have prepared five special benefits for this occasion! 1. A special viewing area close to the climax scene where the two adult boats collide! 2. Includes a 1,000 yen ticket usable at the "Azumino Terrace" event with food trucks and craft shops! 3. A delightful limited edition "Ofune Matsuri" goshuin (temple seal) on half paper! 4. Entry ticket to the Ofune Kaikan, where you can learn all about the Ofune Matsuri! 5. Boost your fortune from the powerful spot of Hotaka Shrine! For more details, visit the official website. https://reserve.489ban.net/client/azumino-e-tabi/0/detail/1128736...

The golden rice fields and blooming buckwheat fields of Azumino... A wonderful landscape spreads out! Although the lingering summer heat seems to continue, the mornings and evenings have become noticeably cooler in Azumino. 😄

Welcome to the Sauna Town 2026 Campaign ❚ Running until March 14, 2027 The "Welcome to the Sauna Town 2026 Campaign" is being held at sauna facilities in Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture. By using the sauna facilities in the city, you can receive a 500 yen "Sauna Town Coupon" that can be used at participating shops in the area. This campaign is available for those who use the sauna facilities, with one coupon distributed per person. The coupon can be used at city participating shops other than the facility where it was received. It is designed to enhance your time after the sauna, allowing you to enjoy meals, sweets, and souvenir shopping. The coupons will be distributed until they run out, so if you're interested, please head out early. *For more details, please check the Bungoono City Tourism Association website or the Bungoono City official website. ■■Access from Fukuoka Prefecture and Kumamoto Prefecture to the center of Bungoono City■■■ About 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture About 2 hours by car from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by car from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by car from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Introducing tourist attractions and recommended spots in Kyushu, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■

Ashinoko Lake in Hakone offers a "Pirate Ship Cruise" Interestingly, none of the ships are "pirate" ships proper, but designed and modeled from European navy vessels from the age of sail, making them a sort of museum exhibit you can experience! There have been a long line of ships in Hakone; The Pioneer, which sailed Ashinoko from the cruise's start in 1961, was joined by the Victoria and the Royal to make up the first generation. The iconic trio that succeeded the first generation were the Vasa, inspired by the 17th century Swedish Royal vessel of the same name, the Victory, based on the HMS Victory of Trafalgar fame, and the Royal II, based on the 18th century French "Royal Louis." No trace of pirate associations to be had, but for many European sail vessels are inextricably linked with pirates, who enjoy good PR. I blame Jack Sparrow! The "Vasa" was retired in 2019 after almost three decades of service, and the newest ship is the "Queen Ashinoko"- Perhaps characteristically of recent developments in Japan, it is no longer modeled on a foreign antecedent but is a Hakone original, albeit unmistakably aiming for the same aesthetic as the other vessels. Hakone is famous for its Onsen, and many people visit with Onsen in mind. But if you should find yourself in the area, why not consider a lake cruise as well? Its certainly an unexpected and interesting diversion to find yourself on a boat that looks like it sailed out of European history in a tranquil lake to the southwest of Tokyo!

When mentioning Nagano Prefecture, the first highland delicacy that comes to mind is probably Shinshu soba. Nagano is one of the few inland prefectures in Japan, surrounded by mountains and crisscrossed by clear streams, which has fostered a unique mountain dining culture. This time, I visited Nagano and specifically went to "Kirishita Soba-dokoro Sagaya" to taste the famous Kirishita soba, and unexpectedly encountered a local dish full of Nagano flavor—char sashimi. The so-called "Kirishita soba" refers to soba cultivated in highlands where fog easily forms in the morning and evening, and the climate is cool. The area around Shinanomachi in Nagano Prefecture is a well-known production site, and the huge temperature differences between day and night, along with clear water sources, give the soba noodles a delicate aroma and a smooth texture. I ordered the classic "duck soba" (kamo soba). Duck meat and soba noodles are a perfect match—soba noodles are refreshing, while the fatty, sweet, and rich duck meat, when blended with the broth, not only enriches the soup's flavor but also highlights the grain aroma of the soba noodles. The fine noodles carry the rich duck oil aroma as they slide down the throat, simple yet memorable. Equally impressive is the plate of char sashimi. Although Nagano has no sea, it boasts rich mountain streams, making river fish like char and Yamame trout important mountain products. When thinking of river fish, one might worry about a muddy taste, but char, which grows in clear, cold streams, is completely different. Properly handled char sashimi has a slightly bouncy texture; as you chew, a refreshing and elegant wild aroma gradually spreads in your mouth. Looking at the translucent fish flesh with a hint of pink in the plate, one might even momentarily lose focus, thinking they are tasting the sweet flavor of summer sweetfish. From a bowl of exquisite soba to a plate of refreshing freshwater fish sashimi, Nagano, without an ocean, distills its high mountains and clear streams into a rich dining experience. This meal deeply illustrates the close and intimate connection between Shinshu cuisine and this natural landscape.

Taken on September 1, 2026. This is the matchmaking wind chime at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. The matchmaking wind chime will be available until September 6.

The straight road in the city center is adorned with ginkgo trees. Tokyo is one of the regions in Japan with particularly abundant ginkgo trees, and their presence transforms the urban landscape into vibrant autumn hues. The yellow leaves, tinged with the light of dusk, seem to ease the hustle and bustle of the city just a little. (Location: Shinjuku, Tokyo)

Photographed on September 1, 26. These are the matchmaking wind chimes at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. I found a red thread wind chime.