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This is a floral water offering inspired by the Kawagoe Hyakuman-tō Natsu Matsuri at Naritasan Kawagoe Betsuin. 🏮

Toon City Sakuranoyu Kankobussan Center A hub for tourism and local products in Toon City, featuring a direct sales store for agricultural products and an eat-in area along with a tourist information center. 【Direct Sales Store for Agricultural Products】 We sell agricultural products and processed goods produced and processed within Toon City, as well as various handmade crafts. Specialty products from neighboring cities that have exchanges with Toon City are also available. 【Eat-In Area and Tourist Information Center】 We offer menus utilizing "ingredients" from Toon City in our eat-in corner. Additionally, we provide information on tourist attractions and local specialties, along with brochures. We also have Wi-Fi facilities for tourists to gather information. We are also selling "Toon Mystery Walk," where you can solve mysteries while strolling around the area for about 2 kilometers. 【Hometown Experience Building】 Bicycle rentals are available starting from one hour. We mainly offer electric bicycles that can safely navigate the surrounding slopes. *Helmets are available for free rental ●Electric Bicycle (Road Type) 3 units 400 yen/1 hour ●Electric Bicycle (Normal Type with Basket) 5 units 400 yen/1 hour ●Cross Bike 2 units 250 yen/1 hour ●Children's Bicycle 5 units 200 yen/1 hour We also hold events such as cooking classes and experience workshops that utilize local products and features from within the city. 【Address】 2098 Kitakata Ko, Toon City, Ehime Prefecture TEL: 089-993-8054 FAX: 089-968-2166 【Business Hours】 Direct Sales Store for Agricultural Products: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM, Closed on the 4th Wednesday, January 1st – 5th, December 31st Tourist Information Center: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Closed every Tuesday, 4th Wednesday, January 1st – 3rd, December 29th – 31st 【Access】 Immediately from the Iyo Railway Bus stop "Sakuranoyu" (about 50 minutes by bus from Matsuyama Station to Sakuranoyu) About 5 minutes by car from Kawauchi IC.

Tone Water Park I was told about it by a neighbor and decided to check it out I was surprised to see so many lotus flowers blooming I heard that they make a sound when they bloom Is that really true?

Today and tomorrow is the Kawagoe Hyakuman-tō Natsu Matsuri.

【Forest Beer Garden】 On the evening of Friday, July 31st, a beer garden will be held at Hotel Moriyu! 🎉 *In case of rain, it will take place at Hotel Moriyu's Plum Hall. We will offer not only beer but also sake, shochu, sour drinks, and soft drinks. 🍺 The food pairs perfectly with the drinks, making it hard to choose what to eat. Come with an empty stomach! Additionally, Hotel Moriyu's restaurant is said to have a takeout menu available. Enjoy a fun night under the summer night sky with a beer in hand. - 【Forest Beer Garden】 July 31st (Friday) 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM Last order at 8:30 PM Hosted by: Nishiokoppe Village Chamber of Commerce Youth Division Contact: 0158-87-2974 #Nishiokoppe Village #Beer Garden #Chamber of Commerce Youth Division #Hotel Moriyu #Summer

"Egings Tournament in Kōno 2026" Registration Starts We are pleased to announce that registration for the "Egings Tournament in Kōno 2026," scheduled for Sunday, October 4, 2026, has begun. Participants can apply between July 20, 2026, and September 25, 2026, using the dedicated application form (QR code). For those who find it difficult to apply through the dedicated form, please send your name (with furigana), postal code, address, and phone number via FAX (0778-48-2602). Contact Information 〒915-1111 2-16 Kōno, Minami-Echizen Town, Nanjo District, Fukui Prefecture Minami-Echizen Town Kouno Tourism Association TEL 0778-48-2240 FAX 0778-48-2602

Photographed on July 9, 2014. These are the matchmaking wind chimes at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. I found a red thread wind chime. The location changes daily.

Photographed on July 9, 2014. These are the matchmaking wind chimes at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine.

【Participant Recruitment for Kawayu Onsen Monitor Tour Held Tomorrow on July 25】 Connect with nature, hot springs, and the way of life. We are hosting a new experiential project unique to this land, "AWAKE from KAWAYU" at Kawayu Onsen! This time, we have prepared four monitor tours. 【Date】Saturday, July 25 ■15:00～ ・Pottery Experience with Hiraide-san ⚠️ Sold Out ・Kawayu Stroll with Fugetsudou and Suzuki-san Accepting Applications❗️ ・Guided Walk in Akaezomatsu Forest Accepting Applications❗️ ■17:30～ ・Stroll on the Rock Terrace with Nakajima-san from Kawayu Kanko Hotel Accepting Applications❗️ Each tour lasts about one hour, with a capacity of 5 to 10 people per tour. Would you like to experience the stories of Kawayu's nature, hot springs, and town together with the locals? 【Details and Application】 Search for "Kawayu Information Dissemination Bureau Experience" or follow the link in Stories🔍 On the day of the event, we will also be accepting applications at the venue for the concurrently held "Kawayu Onsen Steam Beer Garden"! 📍On-site Registration Venue 1-6-1 Kawayu Onsen, Teshikaga-cho, Kawakami District, Hokkaido Registration Starts: 15:00～ We look forward to your participation!

Just outside the Kussharo Prince Hotel, head to the Lakeside Garden. Beyond the garden, Lake Kussharo quietly unfolds. Looking up, the sky peeks through the gaps in the trees, and all you can hear is the chirping of birds. There’s no rush from anyone, just your own time. As you walk to the pier, what awaits you is a scene that needs no words. Experience a tranquil exploration of nature at the Kussharo Prince Hotel. For the latest information and reservations, please check the link in the profile on the official website 🌿 📍Kussharo Prince Hotel https://www.instagram.com/kussharo_ph/...

About a 10-minute walk from Kushiro Prince Hotel. Just a short stroll from the hotel, you can encounter the local specialty, Zangi. With its crispy coating and juicy meat, it's a beloved classic in Kushiro. There are plenty of other delicious places to walk to around the hotel! Follow us and check out the latest updates from 📍Kushiro Prince Hotel!✨ https://www.instagram.com/kushiroprincehotel/...

Hello🌞 This is Crystal Sound✨ The summer sky has spread out so blue that it's dazzling, creating a scene full of seasonal beauty😊☀️ The iconic scenic spot of Shosenkyo Gorge, Kakuen Peak, is also beautifully highlighted against the blue sky✨ We invite you to come and see this breathtaking view😃 At Crystal Sound, you can closely admire various natural stones💎✨ The birthstone for July is famously ruby, but did you know that sphene is also one of July's birthstones?✨ It is said to carry the meanings of "success," "reform," and "permanence," providing new perspectives and positive energy🍀 Inside the store, we also display a giant heart-shaped rose quartz❤️ that is popular for photography📸✨ Together with the beautiful nature of Shosenkyo, we hope you enjoy the charm of natural stones😊 All of our staff are sincerely looking forward to your visit✨

Asaji Summer Festival ❚ Held on August 15, 2026 The "54th Asaji Summer Festival 2026" will take place in Asaji Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture. Beloved during the Obon season, the "Asaji Summer Festival" is a summer tradition in Asaji Town, easily accessible for locals as well as families and friends visiting for the holidays. Enjoy food stalls while traditional Kagura performances and Asaji Ondo continue, culminating in fireworks that light up the summer night sky. The fireworks launched at Asaji Ground are one of the highlights, allowing for an up-close experience. 【Date and Time】August 15, 2026 (Saturday) 18:00 - 21:00 *In case of rain, fireworks will be postponed to August 17 (Monday) 【Location】Asaji Ground (Asaji Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture) 【Schedule】 18:00 - Food stalls 18:30 - Kagura 19:30 - Asaji Ondo 19:45 - Opening Declaration 20:00 - Fireworks Launch *Subject to change due to weather conditions 【Notes】 Traffic regulations will be in effect around the venue from 17:30. There may be dark areas between nearby parking lots and the venue, so having a flashlight is recommended. ■Contact Information Asaji Town Hometown Development Executive Committee Office (Bungoono City Asaji Branch) TEL: 0974-72-1111 ■■Access from Fukuoka Prefecture and Kumamoto Prefecture to the center of Bungoono City■■■ Approximately 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture Approximately 2 hours by car from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture Approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes by car from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture Approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes by car from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Introducing tourist attractions and recommended spots in Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■

A Yezo sika deer standing by Lake Utonai. This was taken during the "Waterfowl Count Survey" on July 19. (Image provided by Lake Utonai Wildlife Center)

I was healed by the many wind chimes in the greenery at a park I visited during my trip to Nagano.