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Photographed on January 1, 2014. This is a beckoning cat omikuji from Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. 🐈 It looks like something good might happen.

This is Nakajima Park in Sapporo. There is a large pond, but it has frozen for winter and has become a path for red foxes.

This is the Year of the Horse omikuji from Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. May it bring you blessings as well.🐴✨

2026 Tangram Motto Winter Triathlon in Shinshu Shinano Town — Entries Open! The Winter Triathlon will return to Tangram Motto in March 2026 as part of the Japan Winter Triathlon Series. A winter triathlon is a multi-sport event contested by snow running, snow biking (MTB), and cross-country skiing. ◆ Date and Time: Sunday, March 8, 2026, 8:30–12:00 ◆ Venue: Tangram Motto, Special Winter Triathlon Course ◆ Entry Period: December 1, 2025, 12:00 to January 31, 2026, 23:59 (first come, first served) ◆ How to Enter: Register via the flyer QR code or the website below. https://do.l-tike.com/app/dss/race/detail?acd=iJ7jyoer_-4... We warmly welcome participants of all ages, from kids to adults!

72nd Lerch Memorial Ski and Snowboard Competition — Now Accepting Participants!! Saturday, February 28, 2026 ◆72nd Lerch Memorial Kurohime Elementary and Junior High School Ski Technique Championship ◆72nd Lerch Memorial Kurohime Snowboard Technique Championship Sunday, March 1, 2026 ◆Kurohime Skiers Cup How to apply: At the Kurohime Ski School counter or via the Kurohime Ski School website digital entry https://info502649.wixsite.com/kurohimeskischool... Application deadline: Until Wednesday, February 18, 2026 Why not take this chance to check your skiing level? We hope you will join us!! We look forward to seeing you♪

Photographed on January 1, 2014. This is a photo spot at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine.

This is a photo from several years ago of mochi I made for New Year’s.

This is the nighttime view of Kaiyukan Aquarium at Mount Tenpō in Osaka. The winter night breeze chilled the air and sharpened the scenery, making it feel just right.

Kawayu Onsen website 'From the Information Desk' updated 📝🆙 A report on the Gastronomy Walking event held in the Kawayu Onsen district on Sunday, October 12 has been posted 🚶🍙❣️ The article shows participants enjoying local food while walking around the Kawayu onsen area and learning about Teshikaga. Please take a look 🐻 🔗 https://www.kawayu-onsen.com/feature/931/...