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✨“Konkon Rokon Sparkling Kushiro Stamp Rally” Opening Event✨ The stamp rally, running from Saturday, January 24 to Sunday, March 8, kicks off with an opening event at Tancho Kushiro Airport! On the day, we will distribute raffle tickets for a photo session. Everyone who takes part in the raffle will receive either an Alolan Vulpix or a Vulpix sun visor. Guests wishing to participate should gather at the venue at the ticket distribution time (^^)/ Date and time: Saturday, January 24, 2026 Venue: Tancho Kushiro Airport, 2nd floor departure lobby Program: 10:30–10:45 Raffle ticket distribution 　　　 11:00–11:30 Raffle and photo session *Approximately 20 groups are expected to be selected as winners Organizers: Kushiro General Subprefectural Bureau; Kushiro Tourism & Convention Association

Kyonan Town announced the blooming of the Yoritomo cherry on January 20. Having received Kawazu cherry trees from Kawazu Town, Kyonan Town calls them "Yoritomo cherry" in honor of the historical episode in which Minamoto no Yoritomo, defeated in battle, is said to have landed at Ryugashima Coast and planned his comeback. You can enjoy daffodils well into this month, so you can admire daffodils and Kawazu cherry blossoms together. From Saturday, February 7, the Hotagawa River–Yoritomo Cherry Village Development Committee will place bamboo lanterns along the Daffodil Lane at Sakuma Dam Park and illuminate them at night. The floral relay continues, so everyone, please come and visit. #Kyonan Town#Boso Peninsula#Yoritomo cherry#bamboo lanterns#Yoritomo cherry#Kawazu cherry#Daffodils and Kawazu cherry duet

From yesterday (January 22), the secondary station name of Izukyu Shimoda Station has become Shimoda Underwater Aquarium Station (^○^) Izukyu Shimoda Station is the terminus. What image comes to mind when you think of a terminus? The train ends here, but the town and its stories spread out from this point— imagining it that way makes sightseeing in Shimoda even more exciting✨ From Izukyu Shimoda Station, it’s about an eight-minute bus ride or a twenty-minute walk to Shimoda Underwater Aquarium. Set in a rich natural environment, the aquarium floats on the sea using a natural cove, a feature unique to Shimoda. There are many attractive programs, including experiences where you can play with dolphins🐬 Start your Shimoda sightseeing from the terminus, Izukyu Shimoda, and enjoy a wonderful time♬ Izukyu Corporation https://www.izukyu.co.jp// Shimoda Underwater Aquarium https://shimoda-aquarium.com//

🐬✨Sakai City Residents Enjoy Half-Price Admission!✨🐬 Limited to Sunday, February 1, 2026 With our gratitude for your continued support ＼ Sakai Citizens Appreciation DAY ／ Celebration 🎉 On this day only, residents of Sakai City receive 50% off admission! Experience thrilling dolphin training sessions and a range of paid interactive programs suitable for both adults and children ✨ It’s a special day the whole family can enjoy 💙 We look forward to welcoming you 😊 [Eligibility] Residents of Sakai City *Please present proof showing you reside in Sakai City. *A single proof of residence entitles the presenter alone to the discount. *This offer cannot be combined with other discounts. *The dolphin interaction program requires a separate regular fee. [Admission Fees] ◯ Regular Rates Adult (junior high school and older): ¥1,210 Child (ages 4 and up through elementary school): ¥770 ◯ Night Time (entry from 5:00 PM) Adult (junior high school and older): ¥770 Child (ages 4 and up through elementary school): ¥550 *Free for ages 3 and under [Opening Hours] 10:00 AM–8:00 PM (last entry 7:30 PM) 🔍 For details, search for NOAH DOLPHIN DOME! https://www.n-dolphindome.jp//

What are classes like at school these days? They say classroom scenes have been changing year by year. Lessons that used to be mostly the teacher talking now actively incorporate group work. Where students once laid out textbooks and notebooks on their desks, teachers and students now use tablet devices, sharing screens and submitting assignments. Why has the teaching style changed, and how else, beyond what’s listed above, has it changed? You can of course read books that explain today’s classes, but why not try experiencing a class yourself? Principal Hama of Nishiokoppe Elementary and Junior High School will be the instructor. Thursday, January 29 6:00 PM–8:00 PM At Hotel Morimu, Nishiokoppe Village, audiovisual room Anyone is welcome to join No reservation required. Organized by: Nishiokoppe Elementary and Junior High School Management Council #Trial class #Principal #Reiwa #Class

Photographed on January 20, 2026. This is a strawberry latte from LEC COFFEE. What beautiful latte art. Thank you as always. 🥹 I am currently enjoying my winter break. 😊

Photographed on January 19, 2014. This is a hanachozu (flower-filled basin) by Hara Florist. 🌼

Photographed on January 17, 2026. I relaxed at the starbucks motokawagoe station store. I had a chocolate mousse latte and a chocolate babka. Since I based myself at Hon-Kawagoe PePe, I find myself feeling nostalgic. 🥹

Event Announcement📣 The nighttime winter-only event at TokachigawaOnsen, called "Sairinka," is held each year in honor of the swans that fly into TokachigawaOnsen.😊 A fantasy show synchronizing sound and light creates a magical atmosphere. About 600 luminous objects made from agricultural insulating material and LED bulbs change with the music to delight spectators' eyes.🎵 Date and Time: Saturday, January 24, 2026 – Sunday, February 15, 2026, 7:00 PM–9:00 PM Venue: Tokachigaoka Park Event Maintenance Contribution: 500 yen per person for junior high school students and older; free for elementary school students and younger Contact: Tokachi River Onsen Tourism Association TEL:0155-32-6633 https://www.tokachigawa.net/event/sairinka.html...

A new source spring, Kussharo Onsen, has been born, gushing from about 1,000 meters underground! Rich in salt and carbon dioxide, it warms you from the core and may also help improve skin. You can relax and ease travel fatigue in the covered outdoor baths. A dedicated elevator is available for use while wearing yukata and sandals. 📍Kussharo Prince Hotel https://www.instagram.com/kussharo_ph/...

A fire burned at Tomioka Elementary School for the first time in about 20 years. The children who once took part are now parents, passing the tradition to today's kids. On Sunday, January 18, the "Dondoya"—held at Tomioka Elementary School for the first time in about 20 years—took place. The familiar crack of bamboo snapping, "Bachi bachi!" Beyond the height of the flames, the crowd's warmth was overwhelming…! They grilled mochi over the embers, enjoyed steaming roasted sweet potatoes, and sipped pork miso soup that warmed the body. Watching children stuffing their cheeks with mochi they had toasted themselves, I felt reminded of the importance of keeping this tradition alive. From the lighting at 9 a.m., the happy hours passed in a flash. Thank you so much to everyone in the community who planned and prepared the event. Winter in Tomioka is the best. If you missed it, why not join the circle next year? If you want to help preserve Reihoku's traditions, please follow us via the icon at the top left to show your support. We’re sharing the charms of Reihoku! ✨

Hello! This is Jewelry Town. The cold season has arrived, but on sunny days the sunlight feels pleasantly warm. At this time of year, Senga Falls reveals the vivid textures of its rock face, and the spray of water sounds magnificent and powerful amid the stillness. Take in the pure, wintry air unique to this season. At our shop, new items such as aura quartz and garden quartz have arrived in keeping with this year’s lucky colors of red and orange. We hope you enjoy them together with the nature of Shosenkyo Gorge. We look forward to seeing many of you again this year.