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The port stretches out beyond the window. With that view in sight, the morning begins slowly. A cup made with your favorite ingredients is simple yet satisfying. Please experience a moment of relaxation at the Kushiro Prince Hotel. ▶ Kushiro Prince Hotel https://www.instagram.com/kushiroprincehotel/...

Event Announcement📣 On May 16th (Saturday), the "Sumomo no Sato Matsuri 2026" will be held in Sarabetsumura😊 This event allows you to enjoy cherry blossom viewing and local gourmet food in the "Sumomo no Sato," where about 1,000 plum blossoms will be in full bloom🎵 At the venue, there will also be a "Nodate" (outdoor tea ceremony) by the tea ceremony club and a "Yoga Experience." Additionally, as a special gift for attendees, the first 500 people who respond to the survey will receive a bag of "Donguri Mura Potato Chips"‼ Furthermore, a photo contest will be held simultaneously! Please post your photos of plum blossoms taken at Sumomo no Sato on Instagram with the hashtag "#SarabetsumuraSumomoNoSatoMatsuri2026" and tag the Sarabetsumura Tourism Association (sarabetsumura_kankou)! Prizes will be awarded for outstanding works, so be sure to participate🤗 Date and Time: May 16, 2026 (Saturday) 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM *The event will be held rain or shine Location: Inside Donguri Park, Sarabetsu Sumomo no Sato https://www.sarabetsu.jp/sightseeing/event/sumomo/...

This is a photo of swans at Lake Yamanaka in Yamanakakomura, Yamanashi Prefecture. It was a wonderful time, watched over by Red Fuji during sunset.

Manda Pit has a grandeur that cannot be fully conveyed through photographs alone. When standing on-site, the size of the steel structures, the weight of the brick buildings, and the tranquility of the expansive grounds come together, allowing one to imagine the era when the coal mine supported the region and Japan's industry. It is highly recommended for those who wish to delve deeply into history or have an interest in architecture and industrial heritage. When visiting Arao City, be sure to include it in your itinerary. 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 Pit Station (free exhibition room and ticket sales) #Historical travel #Historical walks #Industrial heritage #Coal mine ruins #Miike Coal Mine #World Heritage tours #Brick architecture #Japan's modernization #MandaCoalMine #AraoCity #KumamotoTravel #TravelJapan #VisitJapan #JapaneseHistory #IndustrialHeritage #WorldHeritage

Taken on May 4, 26. This is the Satokagura performance 'Inariyama' by the Umebachikai. Tenko is dancing.

Good morning! 🌞 This is the view from the 16th floor of the only city hotel in Tomakomai, the "Grand Hotel New Oji," featuring the "Sky Restaurant Grand View." You can see Tomakomai Port in the distance! 🚢 During lunchtime, we offer a buffet or à la carte menu, and for dinner, you can enjoy a course or à la carte while taking in the night view of this city of 160,000. Please enjoy a wonderful time with your loved ones! 🍴

On May 5th (Tuesday), we held the "Rekifune River Clear Stream Carp Streamers Children's Day Mini Event"! The weather was favorable, and the event was a great success. Thank you to everyone who attended! Additionally, the installation of the carp streamers along the Rekifune River has concluded as of May 6th. We look forward to next year's event!

Matsuo Taisha 3 Arashiyama Miyamachi, Nishikyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture Matsuo-taisha Station [West Exit] is a 3-minute walk Matsuo Taisha has a parking lot for visitors located on the south side of the premises, which can accommodate around 100 regular cars, and visitors can park for free for a limited time (approximately 1 hour), after which parking becomes paid. Matsuo Taisha is a shrine established in the first year of the Taiho era (701) and is famous as the god of sake brewing. Upon entering the premises, visitors are drawn to the mountain-like stacks of sake barrels, which have been donated by sake producers from various regions. There is a legend that sake brewed with the spring water known as Kame no I will not spoil.

Wisteria Rain It's an umbrella, you know ( ´艸｀) Location: Yamaguchi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture

Photographed on May 4, 2026. This is the satokagura (a type of traditional Japanese folk performance) "Inariyama" by the Umebachi Association. The attendant is deep in thought.

Myotokuzan Kegonji Temple (Myotokuzan Kegonji) Commonly known as Suzumushidera Temple (Suzumushidera) 31 Matsumurojike-chou, Nishikyō Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture The visiting hours are generally from 9 AM to 5 PM, with entry until 4:30 PM Open year-round The reason it's called Suzumushidera The temple houses thousands of bell crickets throughout the year, and visitors can listen to the sound of the crickets while attending a sermon called "Suzumushi Seppō" in the main hall, which is why it is affectionately called "Suzumushidera." What is the secret of the "bell crickets that chirp all year round"? Approximately 3,000 crickets are raised. The "Happiness Jizō" wearing straw sandals is famous. It is the only Jizō in Japan that wears straw sandals, and there is a legend that it "walks to grant wishes." As for how to pray, it is widely known that after listening to the priest's sermon, one should strongly wish for a single desire in their heart. There are stories that any wish will be granted, and many testimonials say, "I came back because my last wish was granted."

Swaying in the wind, my own special seat. A small hill enveloped by pampas grass, offering a panoramic view of Hatoyamamachi in Saitama Prefecture. This place, away from the hustle and bustle of tourist spots, flows with quiet moments and gentle breezes. It's a hidden gem, still unknown to many, where you can unwind and relax.

Start your day with a feast in the port town.☀️ Enjoy a breakfast buffet at the top-floor restaurant "Top of Kushiro," overlooking Kushiro City and the Pacific Ocean. Savor the popular "Seafood Bowl," Nemuro Strait Kombu Soy Sauce Ramen, and a variety of Japanese and Western dishes made with Hokkaido ingredients. It's a special morning experience to savor both the view and breakfast in Kushiro. Reservations can be made through the profile URL. ▶Kushiro Prince Hotel https://www.instagram.com/kushiroprincehotel/...

【Shibazakura Takinoue Park Information on May 10】Good morning! This is the Takinoue Town Tourism Association. Today, we had planned to guide you to a temporary parking lot, but we have decided to open the parking lot within the park, so please come directly to the parking lot inside the park! The forecast for Takinoue Town today is a high of 19°C, which is much warmer than yesterday. The park can be quite windy and chilly, so having a light jacket would be convenient. The blooming status is about 60% overall, with some areas at 70%. Today, May 10 (Sunday), from 14:00, a photo seminar titled "Color Expression of Shibazakura" will be held by a professional photographer. Participation is free, but there is an admission fee. On May 16 (Saturday) at 10:30, Hokkaido's tourism PR character "Kyun-chan" will make an appearance! After that, from 11:00, the Shibazakura Spring Live will also take place! Look forward to next week too! ------------------------ 8:00 – 18:00 (Last admission at 17:00) Admission Fee Adults (high school students and above): 500 yen, Groups of 10 or more: 400 yen Children (elementary and junior high school students): 250 yen, Groups of 10 or more: 200 yen #Hokkaido #Okhotsk #Takinoue Town #Shibazakura #Shibazakura Takinoue Park #Photo Seminar #Nikon #Hisao Asano

【Shibazakura Takinoue Park Information on May 9】Good morning! This is the Takinoue Town Tourism Association. Today, we had planned to guide you to the temporary parking lot, but we have decided to open the parking area within the park, so please come directly to the park's parking lot! The maximum temperature in Takinoue Town today is 5℃, and there is a forecast of snow mixed in from the afternoon. Please check the road conditions and be careful⚠️. It’s chilly, so we recommend dressing warmly. The blooming status is overall 60% and some areas are at 70%. On May 9 (Saturday) from 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM, a birdwatching event will be held by the local nature guide "Poussin"! Each session is limited to 20 participants, and participation is free. *Entry fees apply. Participants should gather at the information center located in the parking lot. On May 10 (Sunday), a photo seminar titled "Color Expression of Shibazakura" will be conducted by a professional photographer. For those who do not have equipment, Nikon will lend out professional gear, so feel free to join. Children, including elementary and middle school students, are also welcome to participate. Families are encouraged to join together! We look forward to seeing everyone. *Participation is free, but entry fees apply. ------------------------ 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM (Last entry at 5:00 PM) Entry Fees Adults (high school students and above): 500 yen Group of 10 or more: 400 yen Children (elementary and middle school students): 250 yen Group of 10 or more: 200 yen #Hokkaido #Okhotsk #Takinoue Town #Shibazakura #Shibazakura Takinoue Park #Photo Seminar #Nikon