Photographed on November 22, 2025. These are the floral water displays at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

I drove to Fuji-Q Highland on a whim with my eldest son. That day, Mount Fuji peeked out from the clouds, and the colorful autumn leaves spreading across its foothills blew away my work stress and fatigue.

The plane bathed in the orange of the setting sun seemed to quietly celebrate the end of today. A brief moment of color unwound my heart.

November 22, 2025 The prefectural border between Noda City, Chiba Prefecture and Sakaimachi, Ibaraki Prefecture I photographed the sunset from the Tone River embankment on the Sakaimachi side, looking toward Kanseki-jō Castle 🏯. Behind the castle stood Mt. Fuji 🗻, and above it hung Yuzuki 🌕. I savored late autumn with the crimson sunset and moon-viewing.

Yujaku Yokagura Mizukagami: A Scene from Taijin On November 15, 2025, Yujaku Yokagura Mizukagami took place in Asaji Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture in Kyushu. This one-day night kagura, held during the autumn foliage season, began thanks to the passion of local young people. Performed on a stage set above Shinji Pond, the kagura dances are mirrored on the water, creating a magical scene of reflected autumn colors and ritual performance. Taijin is the final kagura dance, expressing gratitude for the safe completion of the offering performance. In the hushed venue, the sounds of drums and flutes resound pleasantly.

“Yojaku Night Kagura Mizukagami” — a scene from Yakumo-barai On November 15, 2025, “Yojaku Night Kagura Mizukagami” took place in Asaji Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture, Kyushu This one-night-only night kagura, held during the autumn foliage season, began thanks to the passion of local young people. Performances of kagura were presented on a stage set above Shinji Pond, creating a beautiful, otherworldly scene as the dances and autumn leaves were reflected on the water.

Winter Flower Tour Stamp Rally in Shimoda is now on! Shimoda City in Shizuoka Prefecture keeps the winter season blooming with flower events. 1) Until December 14, Little Angel Festa 2025 is happening on Mt. Nesugata — yay! https://ropeway.co.jp// Please take the ShimodaRopeway from Izukyu Shimoda Station to the summit. ⇓ 2) From November 30 to January 4, the Aloe Flower Festival is held in Izu Shirahama — yay! https://www.izu-shirahama.jp/?p=4552... Bright red, cone-shaped aloe flowers bloom boldly against the backdrop of Shirahama Beach. ⇓ 3) From December 20 to January 31, the 60th Daffodil Festival takes place at scenic Tsumekizaki! https://www.shimoda-city.info/suisen... Enjoy the winter flowers that color Shimoda while taking part in the stamp rally (^○^). You can still collect stamps even outside each event period, so please visit Shimoda by January 31. After the Daffodil Festival ends, neighboring Minami-Izu Town and Kawazu Town will hold cherry blossom festivals! Izu overflows with flowers all year round! We warmly invite you to come and visit.

A packed winter of events! Introducing December's event lineup ✨ 1. Nagano Christmas Market 2025 The Nagano Christmas Market, which drew many visitors last year, returns this year! Traditional Christmas decorations and a market that evokes authentic German charm await you. Date: Friday, December 12 – Thursday, December 25 Hours: Weekdays: 15:00–20:00 Weekends: 11:00–20:00 Venue: Nagano Station East Exit Park *See the official website for details* 2. Togakushi Ski Resort Opens With a variety of runs, both beginners and advanced skiers can have fun. Enjoy a full program of events and a wide selection of slope-side dining for even more fun! Planned opening date: Saturday, December 13 Hours: 8:30–16:15 Venue: Togakushi Ski Resort *See the official website for details* 3. Zenkoji Omotesando Illumination Zenkoji Omotesando and the Nagano Station area will be magically lit with illuminations ✨ Period: Saturday, November 15 – Monday, February 23, 2026 Hours: 17:00–22:00 Area: Zenkoji Omotesando (Nagano Station Ekimae Crossing to Zenkoji Crossing) Christmas tree locations: Nagano Station Zenkoji Exit Station Square Seisen University Higashiguchi Campus Nagano Tokyu Department Store Front Plaza *Christmas trees will be on display until Thursday, December 25.* *See the official website for details* 4. 100th-Edition Commemoration: Zenkoji Binzuru Market This handmade market celebrates its 100th edition this December! A variety of food and craft stalls will gather, creating a market that makers, buyers, locals, and tourists alike can enjoy. An original commemorative novelty item is also planned. Dates: Saturday, December 13 and Sunday, December 14 Hours: 10:00–15:00 Venue: Shiroyama Park *See the official website for details* #Nagano City events #Nagano events #Event information #Nagano City #Nagano Prefecture #Nagano tourism #Nagano travel #nagano #naganocity

Photographed on November 26th The two Himalayan cherry trees in Aquatic Park are now in full bloom! Please enjoy the delicate flowers of these cherries blooming against the autumn leaves (the leaves of the Daikan-zakura). Aquatic Park, Section 1 Address / Atami City, Nagisacho area (near Aquatic Park First Parking Lot) About the Himalayan cherry https://www.ataminews.gr.jp/spot/702...

This is Akasawa Natural Recreation Forest in Agematsu Town, Nagano Prefecture. The trolley train running through the autumn leaves created a nostalgic scene that was simply lovely. (୨୧❛ᴗ❛)📷✨🍁🚂

Around mid-autumn, during a casual walk when I popped in for a short visit, it was quietly and cutely in bloom. It's one of my favorite autumn flowers.✨

During an early morning walk, I saw something so beautiful and thought, "Wow—this is lovely," so I took a photo. Walking is the best.

I visited Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine. There was a heart-shaped ginkgo tree along the approach. May something good happen. 😊

[Nishiokopper Live] GA.KOPPER Event Announcement📢 Friday, December 19 Doors open at 6:30 PM / Show starts at 7:00 PM At GA.KOPPER Guesthouse, Nishiokoppe Village Nishiokopper Live is coming up! This event is organized by villagers of Nishiokoppe Village who call themselves "Nishiokopper," and it's for the Nishiokopper community. Enjoy both light-hearted and wholehearted performances that will warm your body and soul on a cold winter night. Drinks and light snacks will be available for purchase. Free admission. For inquiries, please call 090-6446-7689 (Asano). #NishiokopperLive #Nishiokopper #GAKOPPER #Guesthouse #Nishiokoppe #Hokkaido #Christmas #Winter

Photographed on November 22, 2013. This is the hanatemizu (a flower-filled purification basin) at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

A viewing deck has been completed at Moiwa yama Forest Park. A viewing deck has been completed near the summit of Mowa-yama, located on the northern side of Taiki Town. Because snow removal does not take place during winter, your last chance to enjoy the panoramic views of the Hidaka Mountain Range is before the snowfall begins. Be sure to pay a visit!

The Nihon Teien at Showa Memorial Park is beautiful

I went to photograph the garden of Rurikoin in Kyoto this November.

Autumn is one of the most beautiful season in Japan. This year we visited lake momiji in Nagano prefecture to enjoy the beauty of autumn and We were really stunned to see this beautiful lake.

A golden tree-lined avenue Green in spring and summer, golden in autumn, bare in winter. You can enjoy its seasonal moods. Metasequoia Avenue, Takashima City, Shiga Prefecture November 2025

It was an afternoon so pleasant in the autumn breeze that I found myself swaying along with the silvergrass 🌾

Photographed on November 22, 2025. This is the hanachozu (flower water basin) at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Hello, this is the Shosenkyo Tourist Association 😊 The mountains are starting to prepare for winter, but you can still enjoy beautiful autumn foliage 🍁 This seasonal gradation is a rare, indulgent sight available only now ✨ At Senga Falls today, many visitors were taking photos as well 📸 In the clear air, you can hear the waterfall powerfully plunging down. When sunlight breaks through, a faint rainbow may appear if you're lucky… 🌈 Catching that moment feels like receiving a gift from nature 🎁 From now on, Shosenkyo will gradually take on its winter attire Leaves will fall, and the dynamic sculpted cliffs and the waterfall’s force will stand out even more. Come experience the one-of-a-kind expressions nature creates, visible only at this time ✨ We sincerely look forward to your visit 🥾🌿 *The photos were taken on November 24.*

[ISEHARA Bread Festival Wheat Fest Announcement] The popular annual event returns this year. Delicious bakeries, confectioneries, and food trucks will be on site! Come with your family and friends. Date and time: Sunday, November 30th, 2025, 10:00–15:00 Venue: Isehara City General Sports Park Admission: Free Please note that parking will be very crowded on the day. When coming, please use public transportation.

[Stargazing Photography Workshop Held on November 24] Aiming to introduce the beauty of Minamimaki Village’s night sky to local residents, we held a village-residents-only stargazing photography workshop on Monday, November 24 at the Nobeyama Radio Observatory, National Astronomical Observatory of Japan NOBEYAMA. Thanks to photographer Teruyasu Kitayama’s instruction on shooting techniques and the generous loan of a high-performance camera from OM Digital Solutions Corporation, even an amateur like me was able to take beautiful night-sky photos. The air is clear and it’s a perfect season for astrophotography, but Minamimaki Village’s cold is in a league of its own—please come warmly dressed.

Yusaku Park autumn leaves ❚ Autumn foliage status as of November 25, 2025 Yusaku Park in Asaji Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture It is one of Oita Prefecture’s representative spots for autumn colors. The maple leaves around Shinji Pond are just past their peak. Areas farther from the pond are further along in their color change, offering a lovely mix of green, yellow, and red leaves. Fallen leaves have increased with the wind. Some spots still show beautiful foliage, while others have many fallen leaves. We will update the foliage status as it changes. The 2025 Yusaku Park light-up has ended. Location: Yusaku Park (Ageozuka, Asaji Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture) Parking: available ■■■ Access from central Bungoono City from places such as Fukuoka Prefecture and Kumamoto Prefecture ■■■ About a 3-hour drive from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture About a 2-hour drive from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture About a 1 hour 20 minute drive from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture About a 1 hour 20 minute drive from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Introducing sightseeing and recommended spots in Kyushu, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■

Pinecone Trees Snow has begun to fall. Winter is the season when those who spent their time tending gardens and fields take a breather. But rather than simply drifting along and taking it easy, some people pour their energy into projects they can do indoors when outdoor work isn’t possible. They belong to a group called the Pinecone Circle. On the second floor of Soumukan Hall, a space open to villagers for crafting, colorful pinecones were lined up on the tables. Each pinecone is carefully decorated one by one with chenille stems, ribbons, tiny snowman figures, and very small pearls. Until about twenty years ago, the group was called One Two Three, and they performed puppet theater around the village for the children of members. When the children grew up, the puppet shows came to a close, but the crafting that began as a way to raise activity funds has continued to this day. Their seasonal pinecone pieces come in three themes: Christmas, Hinamatsuri (Girls’ Doll Festival), and carp streamers. Pinecones fall all over the village in autumn. What many people merely pass by, these crafters see as “something that might be useful” and find ways to transform it into something that will make someone happy. Their creativity and passion for making things never fail to impress. Christmas trees are sold for 500 yen each at Roadside Station Kamu, Hotel Shinmu, and Komu – Forest Art Museum. Pinecones come in six colors: brown, gold, silver, purple, blue, and green. Each one features different decorations, so take a close look and enjoy their charm. We hope you find a pinecone you love. 🎄🎄🎄 #Nishiokoppe Village #Hokkaido #Pinecone Circle #One Two Three #Christmas tree #Christmas #Winter #Craftsmanship

Hiroshima Prefecture Shobara City | New Bakery News 🥖✨ Wakey Wakey Bakery, which just opened on Friday, October 17, 2025, is now featured on the Shobara Tourism Navi website! See spot details here 🔽 https://www.shobara-info.com/spot/5379... The shop name comes from the English word “Wakey,” meaning wake-up and used like a cheerful call to small children. It reflects the owner Rina Nagai’s personal touch—she studied abroad at a university in the State of California. Her wish is simple: to make bread that people want to eat as soon as they wake up, comforting and part of everyday life. The breads on offer use Rina’s original recipes, refined with techniques she learned while working at a bakery in the United States to bring out each item’s flavor. The most popular items are two character breads inspired by a Shiba Inu: Shiba-san (custard) and Nikukyuu Punch (chocolate). Inspired by childhood visits to bakeries with her parents, where character breads captured her imagination, she wanted to create breads that excite children. Basic Information Phone TEL 080-6068-0187 Address 1-1294-8 Nakahommachi, Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture Parking Available 1 space near the shop (No.7) Closed Monday; Wednesday to Thursday; Saturday to Sunday Hours Tuesday and Friday 10:00 until sold out

At Showa Kinen Park on the middle day of a three-day holiday to see the autumn light-up. More than the ginkgo-lined avenue lit by countless lights, my eyes kept drifting to the crowds writhing beneath the leaves... What did I even come to see? I captured that confusion using a prism filter combined with a Kenko Black Mist No.5 lens. Camera: Lumix DC-GH6 LEICA FG50-200mm Focal length 50mm Shutter speed 1/3 sec Aperture f4 ISO 500

I photographed the World Cultural Heritage Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage Route, capturing the Nakahechi course dyed in autumn colors at Toganoki Chaya and Hosshinmon. Bright autumn leaves on sunny days are of course beautiful, but I also love the calm, mellow scenery on rainy days.