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During my visit to the 18th temple of the Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage, Onzan-ji Temple, I encountered a large ginkgo tree that painted the grounds in golden hues. With every gust of wind, the colorful leaves gently danced down, creating a yellow carpet at my feet. This moment in late autumn, encountered along the Shikoku pilgrimage, remains etched in my heart. Location: Onzan-ji Temple, Komatsushima City, Tokushima Prefecture Date of photography: December 19, 2024

[Chiheisen Morizumu] Friday, September 4th The cafeteria of GA.KOPPER was overflowing with people, and many were gathered in the hallway, listening to the relay talks. They came together from various parts of the country and even the world to participate in the pre-festival of the Chiheisen report meeting "Morizumu," in what can be considered a remote area of Hokkaido, Nishiokoppe Village. The Chiheisen Conference was established in 1978. It is a network of "doers" who are interested in exploration, adventure, and travel. These are people who place importance on seeing the field and have been sharing what they have witnessed through monthly report meetings and a publication called "Chiheisen Tsushin." While there are no offices, membership fees, or rules, the connections formed over a long time are significant. In the place called Nishiokoppe Village, reunions with those met through reports or communications, as well as new encounters, were nurtured. The gathering on the 5th (Saturday) started with an opening act by the Chiheisen Proper Conduct Orchestra and the Nishiokoppe Wenshiri Taiko, followed by three report meetings and a venison festival. The traditional "Chiheisen Auction & Relay Talk" was also a great success! On the 6th (Sunday), there was a dense report meeting from around 9 AM to 4 PM. It was three days filled with the energy of those involved in Morizumu. Thank you very much for choosing Nishiokoppe Village as the venue for such a large-scale gathering and for the efforts made to hold this event. I look forward to seeing you again somewhere on this journey! #Nishiokoppe Village #Morizumu #Chiheisen Conference #Report Meeting #Thank you

Autumn Nishiokoppe Marche September 20th (Sunday) to 21st (Monday, holiday) Join us for the Autumn Nishiokoppe Marche over two days! At the entrance of Nishiokoppe Roadside Station "Kamu" along National Route 239. It will be held both days from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The vendors are as follows: ▶ Yumura Forest Garden Tempura soba and udon made from Nishiokoppe ingredients, tempura of Yamabe, chiffon cake with birch sap, and Setoushi-kun baked goods with birch sap ▶ Ezo Deer Balls Ezo deer balls and red wine stewed deer meat ▶ Seiryu no Sato Vegetables from Nishiokoppe ▶ Puppet Theater Circle Doremi Children's festival ▶ Meguru Bookstore Nekoze / First Appearance / (September 21st only) Used books If you're passing by, please stop by! Organized by: Nishiokoppe Marche Executive Committee #Nishiokoppe Village #Autumn Marche #Roadside Station #Kamu #Vendors

Now is the time to visit Tokachigaoka Park, where you can see the floral clock "Hanakku" 🌺 Recently, at Tokachigawa Onsen, the mornings and evenings have become quite cool, and you can feel the arrival of autumn 🍃 There is a free foot bath at Tokachigaoka Park where you can enjoy a mall onsen! Let's refresh ourselves while gazing at the floral clock "Hanakku"! 📍Tokachigaoka Park 14-chome-1 Kita, Tokachigawa Onsen, Otofuke-cho, Kato-gun, Hokkaido

Regarding the Former Sawamura Residence | Changes in Opening and Closing Days On Wednesday, September 23rd (a national holiday), the residence will be open. Consequently, it will be closed on Thursday, September 24th as a compensatory closure. Please be mindful of the closing days when you visit. 😌

Taken on September 14, 26. This is the banana espresso latte from LEC COFFEE. The hot version looks delicious too. 🍌

In Yokote City, Akita Prefecture, the phrase "Are you going to the vineyard?" is commonly heard during autumn. There are many vineyards where children can enjoy grape picking, while adults savor a drink with imonoko-jiru (potato stew) and pickles. Additionally, Yokote is also famous as a production area for wine grapes, being one of the main regions for major wine manufacturers. During the day, enjoy the vineyards, and at night, relax with some wine to fully experience autumn. How about indulging in such an autumn experience? This year, make sure to visit Yokote.

This is a photo taken when I went to Kokoen Garden in Himeji to see the autumn leaves. The vibrant colors of the foliage and the waterfall, which stands out in the tranquility, beautifully represent Japan's fall, creating a breathtaking scene! At the same time, I could also feel the joy and depth of photography.

Taken on September 14, 26. This is the hot sandwich set from LEC COFFEE. It includes a hot sandwich with egg, bacon, and tomato, salad, and butternut squash soup. It's pumpkin season now. 🎃

Event Announcement 📣 On September 20th (Sunday), the 50th Hakurin Park Festival will be held in Taiki Town 😊 This autumn industrial festival offers a unique taste of Taiki Town, with its mountains and sea 🎵🎵 The event will kick off with a powerful performance of the local folk art "Hikata River Taiko," created to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Taiki Town's establishment in 1978! The special stage will feature performances by local children, a karaoke show by enka singer Keisuke Yamauchi, and an impersonation live show by Hiro Aoyama, making for a jam-packed program ✨✨ In the exhibition and experience booths, there will be popular activities like the "Fluffy Dome," badge-making, coloring, and woodworking workshops for children to enjoy. Plus, a gathering of "working vehicles"! 🚓🚒 The gourmet and product exhibition area will be rich with delicious local cuisine, including food booths and a direct sale of Taiki beef. Additionally, specialty products from sister city Sōma City, Fukushima Prefecture, and friendly city Yoshioka Town, Gunma Prefecture, as well as products from the Galactic Federation, will all be available to savor 😍 There will also be a "Fall Chum Salmon Catching" event exclusively for children under elementary school age, and the finale of the event will feature a fun lottery! 🎀 It's a day of fun for both adults and children. We hope you come with your family to create wonderful memories 🤗 🔶 Date: September 20, 2026 🔶 Venue: Hakurin Park, Taiki Town 🔶 Contact: 50th Hakurin Park Festival Executive Committee (Taiki Town Tourism Association Office) TEL: 01558-6-2114 https://visit-taiki.hokkaido.jp/sp_detail.php?id=150...

Tobu Kenkō Hiking Event🏃 The Tobu Kenkō Hiking organized by Tobu Railway will be held in Kamagaya City. This course allows you to fully enjoy the nature of Kamagaya🌳 We invite you to participate! Dates: Friday, October 2nd, Saturday, October 3rd, Sunday, October 4th, rain or shine Registration Time: Each day from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM Start Registration Location: Kamagaya City Hall (in front of the Clean Promotion Division entrance) (There will be no goal registration.) Participation Fee: Free For more details, visit https://www.tobu.co.jp/odekake/hiking/... [Commerce and Tourism Division]

I felt the arrival of the season as autumn clouds appeared, signaling the end of summer.

Azumino, a rice-producing region, is known for its traditional landscape of "haze-gake" (rice drying). Although this scene has become rare due to the widespread use of combines... the rice is slowly dried in the sun, resulting in delicious rice. 😄

The sunny landscape of Azumino revealed Mt. Jonen. Lately, rainy days have continued, preventing us from seeing the typical scenery of Azumino... It's a landscape that indicates autumn is approaching.

The flowing water emerging from Azumino is nourished by the spring water from the Northern Alps, cultivating wasabi and Shinshu Salmon. Aquatic plants sway gently, creating a pleasant atmosphere. 😆