Photographed on July 6, 24. It is a wind chime at the edge of Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. We are exorcising the wind chime corridor.

Yamainu Dan Pick up and drop off taxi, Reiwa 6 Reiwa 6 will also operate in summer and autumn! For several years, due to the access forest road, it was not possible to go by private car. You can now go to "Yamainudan", which is popular as the southernmost gateway to the Southern Alps, by taxi with By reservation only! This year, following Spring, we will also operate in summer and autumn! What's more, there are also direct flights from Shizuoka Station with a full yellowtail! In the summer, it runs for 9 consecutive days from August 10th ~ 18th. In the autumn season, we will operate mainly on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays in October and November! Boarding and let us know what you think! For details, please check the Kawane Honmachi website and Chiyoda Taxi website. For reservations, please use the Chiyoda Taxi HP August reservation form. 　　　　　Chiyoda Taxi HP Reservation Form for October and November We look forward to your reservation. ^^/ Why don't you aim for Mt. Takatsuka, one of the 300 famous mountains in Japan?

\Delivered 🎵 to guitarists and bassists nationwide/ ⚡️🎸 Okuoi OVERDRIVE2024🎸⚡️ Held in 🔥 again this year ▶︎2024.09.04 Wed-9.23 Mon ▶︎ Roadside Station Oku Oi Ongei no Sato Great concentration of exciting events that can only be experienced here! Play 🔥 the sound of the guitar in the midst of Nature Guitars/basses are welcome!

Hello to all COOL JAPAN VIDEOS viewers! This is the Kawane Honcho town planning Tourism Association. Surrounded by lush green mountains, the Kawane Honmachi of Shizuoka Prefecture's Harubara District, where Clear streams stream. Introducing the charm of Kawane Honmachi, which has a population of about 6,000! Fun! ~~~What is Kawane Honmachi in Shizuoka Prefecture~~~ Kawane Honmachi, Shizuoka Prefecture, is a town located at the foot of the Southern Alps in the center of Shizuoka Prefecture, and was created in 2005 by the merger of Honkawane Town and Nakakawane Town. The entire Town is registered in the Southern Alps Eco Park of the Kawane Honmachi, where you Valleys can enjoy the river mist of the Oigawa River stream from the Southern Alps and the scenery of the four seasons. 94% of the towns are forests, which were once transported out as materials for the construction of Edo Castle and other buildings. In addition, the Kawane area has a There are history of flourishing for a long time in the Cultivation of the Tea as a hometown of "Kawane tea", which is one of the three major teas in the Japan along with Uji tea and Sayama tea. ~~~Sightseeing spots that you must visit when sightseeing in Kawane Honmachi, Shizuoka Prefecture~~~ Kawane Honmachi is a one of the most Suspension Bridge and Famous Town even in Japan. There are 12 Suspension Bridge scattered throughout the Kawane Honmachi, including the Sunmata Gorge "Yume no Suspension Bridge" that entered the top 10 with "Walking suspension bridges in the world that you want to cross before you die"! 1 Shiogo Suspension Bridge also known as "Koikin Bridge" 2 Konagai Suspension Bridge 3 Ryogoku Suspension Bridge 4 Koyama Bridge 5 Yuyu Bridge 6 Ikenoyano Suspension Bridge 7 Sannami Bridge 8 Yume no Suspension Bridge 9 Ichishiro Suspension Bridge 10 Shibubu Bridge 11 Minami-Alps Precipice Suspension Bridge 12 Miyanzawa Bridge After post the photos taken at the Suspension Bridge with social media, show the Submitted screen to the staff at the Kawane Honcho town planning Tourism Association Window and you will receive a "suspension bridge card"! Detailed specifications of the Suspension Bridge are written on the Suspension Bridge card, and it is recommended for Suspension Bridge fans! In addition to the Suspension Bridge, there are many attractive recommended sightseeing spots in Kawane Honmachi! Here are some of them in this post: ・Apt Ichishiro Campground You can enjoy camping right in front of the Oigawa River, and you can also see the "Apt Train" running on the Oigawa Railway. Camping under the stars and in nature is exceptional. You'll be able to spend precious time with family and friends and forget about the busyness of everyday life. ・Chigusa Onsen It is a Hot Spring where you can visit on the popular Oigawa Railway in SL, and you can enjoy One Day Hot Spring facilities There are. ・ Roadside Station "Oku Oi Ongei no Sato" It is a Experience Museum where you can experience music and art, and it is a facilities that small children can enjoy with parents and children. ・Roadside Station "Faure Nakakawane Chameikan" You can learn deeply about the history and culture of tea at the experience facilities where you can taste Oigawa's famous Kawane tea. You can spend a high-quality time in the tea room where you can enjoy Tea with Kawane Honmachi Specialties sweets. ~~~Local gourmet food and specialty products of Kawane Honmachi, Shizuoka Prefecture~~~ ・Kawane tea The Clear streams of the Oigawa River, which stream from the Southern Alps, nurtures deep famous tea. It is a historic Specialty Product that has been loved by many people since the Edo period. ・Yuzu Kawane Honmachi is the largest yuzu production area in Shizuoka Prefecture, and there are products such as powder as a thank-you gift for Furusato Nozei tax payment. ・Shiitake mushrooms Shiitake mushrooms from Kawane Honmachi are thick and have a strong aroma, which enhances the taste of the dish. The grilled shiitake mushrooms grilled over charcoal are exquisite. ・Tea sweet You can feel the elegant sweetness and taste of Tea with Japanese sweets using Kawane tea from Kawane Honmachi. ~~~Events and festivals in Kawane Honmachi, Shizuoka Prefecture~~~ ・Shikanmai It is a festival Held in every August 15 in the Precincts of Asama Shrine in Tokuyama, and is designated as an Important Intangible Folk Cultural Asset of Japan. Origin is said to have originated from driving away harmful animals that destroy crops and praying for a good harvest. ~~~Please come to Kawane Honmachi, Shizuoka Prefecture! ～～～ Rich in nature forests and Valleys create a "country of suspension bridges". We hope we can create memories of your trip in your hearts! We sincerely look forward to your visit. We will continue to send out Information on Kawane Honmachi, which is full of charm, so please look forward to it!

It's very good news and I would like to inform everyone Mr./Ms.. Awara Hot Spring long-established ryokan "Beniya" has been selected as the only hotel in Fukui Prefecture to be selected as one star in the Michelin Guide. Only 108 restaurants in Japan have been named Michelinquis.

Nice to meet you all and welcome to COOL JAPAN VIDEOS! It is an industry and tourism public corporation in Shinshu Nakano Industry & Tourism Public Corporation.. Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture is a city located in the northern part of Shinshu Nagano Prefecture, with a population of about 40,000 as of 2024. Thereare in Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture, is a spot rich in beautiful nature scenery and historical sights, and is popular with many tourists. Fresh fruits and vegetables are also known for their rich agricultural products. ■■■Access to Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture ◇ Tokyo - Access to Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture Automobile access: Nakano City is about 3 hours and 30 minutes away by car from Tokyo. The most common route is to take the Metropolitan Expressway Use Kan-etsu Expressway north, go via the Joshinetsu Automobile Expressway Shinshu and get off at the Nakano IC. Access by train: Access by train from Tokyo to Nakano City is best Used by Shinkansen. From Tokyo Station, take the Hokuriku Shinkansen to Nagano Station, then transfer to Nagano Electric Railway and arrive at Shinshu Nakano Station in about 30 minutes. The total journey time is about 1 hour and 50 minutes. ■■■Popular Sightseeing spots in Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture ◇Ippongi Park Rose Park Ippongi Park is one of the Sightseeing spots Representative of Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture, and is famous for its beautiful roses in full bloom. Especially from Spring to early summer, 3,000 shares of about 850 species are in Best time to visit, and the entire park is enveloped in a gorgeous atmosphere. Events such as the "Nakano Rose Festival" are also Held in, and many tourists visit. ◇Reikanji Temple Musho Daishi Ancestral Hall Reikanji Temple is a historical Temple built in the Edo period and is considered one of the One of the three most sacred places in Japan. The Musho Daishi Ancestral Hall in front of the approach to the temple was built in 1959 to commemorate the 600th anniversary of Musou Taishi. Red and white azalea flowers bloom in May, delighting Worshippers. ◇Jorakuji Temple The current Main Hall was built in 1819, and the transom with eight carved scenes is designated as a tangible cultural property of Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture. In the arhat hall with a red roof, which stands out from a distance, 500 arhats are enshrinement in Hina-dan. ◇Higashiyama Park Higashiyama Park, which is about a 20-minute walk from the city center of Nakano City, is popular among citizens as a famous place for cherry blossoms. Spot with a panoramic view of Nakano City, it is ideal for walking and picnics. ◇Takayashiro, Viewing Road The Takayashiro, Viewing Road offers beautiful views of the Chikuma River, Five Mountains of Northern Shinshu and Nakano City. Visit Visit especially in autumn because the autumn leaves are beautiful. ◇Tatsuyuki Tatsuno Memorial Hall / Hometown Bridge It is a memorial hall that conveys the achievements of Tatsuyuki Tatsuno, who created famous songs such as "Hometown". The hometown Bridge is located near the memorial hall, There is a there is a "hometown" melody Panel installed on the parapet, so you can cross the bridge while listening to the melody. ◇Clay Doll Painting Experience You can experience painting clay doll paintings that have been loved by the locals for a long time as local toys in Nakano City at the Japanese Clay Doll Museum. You can color your favorite dolls such as puppies, sitting rabbits, moon rabbits, and beckoning cats. beckoning cat is also popular with foreign tourists visiting Japan as There are "Lucky Cat". ■■■Events and Festivals in Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture ◇Nakano Gion Festival Nakano Gion Festival is a traditional Festival that is Held in every July. It is a historic festival that originated from a horse-riding event held about 500 years ago. portable shrine and the Great Lion Procession procession the city, allowing locals and tourists alike to come together for fun. There are many stalls and Stalls lined up, and a lively atmosphere is Unfolds. ◇Nakano Shon Shon Festival On the main street of Nakano City, you can enjoy dancing by dancers and participants dressed in various costumes. It is a festival where you can jump in and participate. ■■■Specialty products of Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture ◇ Enokitake Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture is famous as a production area for enokitake mushrooms. Fresh Naenokitake mushrooms are widely used not only in Local cuisine but also throughout the country. ◇ Apples Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture is also known as a production area of apples, which boasts one of the highest production volumes in Japan, and produces fragrant and flavorful apples. Local farmers painstakingly grow apples that are highly regarded nationwide. ■■■Tourist Information of Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture! Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture is a Mr./Ms. Sightseeing spot with beautiful Nature, rich history, and fascinating Sightseeing spot and events. Please visit Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture and have a wonderful experience that will remain in your memory. COOL JAPAN VIDEOS will send out Recommendations for Nakano City, so thank you!

Heiwaen is a yakiniku specialty restaurant founded in 1959 (Showa 34) with six locations in the Tokachi region and three in Sapporo, long beloved by locals 🥩 I visited the Shihoro branch, which opened in 1977! I had the jingisukan set meal; the sauce clung to the meat and it was incredibly delicious 😋 There are many other menu items, and the prices are reasonable, so be sure to give it a try ✨🥰 - Founded in 1959, Heiwaen now operates six shops in Tokachi and three in Sapporo and is cherished by local residents 🥩 This time I went to the Shihoro branch, opened in 1977, and tried Hokkaido’s famous jingisukan grilled lamb; the meat wasn’t gamey and each slice was coated in a rich sauce—very tasty 😋 Beyond lamb, there are plenty of options to choose from, and the prices are a great value! If you visit the Tokachi area, you definitely should taste it!

Miyazaki Prefecture Gokasecho Gourmet: Bar EL CAMPO (Bar Eru Kanpo) A hidden retreat in the forest: Bar EL CAMPO You can unwind in a log-house venue surrounded by mountains and enjoy a slow pace of time. The owner’s carefully crafted cocktails and the wide selection of whiskies are a highlight. Try the unique “El Campo Burger,” made with deer meat and available only here. Hours: Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays 3:00 PM–12:00 AM Note: Monday–Thursday are by reservation only. Please consult us by the day before. Contact: 872-1 Kuraoka, Gokasecho, Nishiusuki District, Miyazaki Prefecture 882-1201 Phone: 080-9799-0094

【Inage Seaside Park】 Inage Seaside Park is a comprehensive park with a length of about 3 km and an area of about 83 hectares, located on the coast of Tokyo Bay, in front of Kaihin New Town. In the park, you can enjoy Japan's first artificial beach "Inage-no-hama", Chiba City flower museum, swimming pool, sports facilities, yacht harbor, and all four seasons. 〇Inage-no-hama It is the first artificial beach built in Japan to recover the sandy beach of Inage Coast that was lost due to land reclamation. Today, this sandy beach has been renovated into a white sand beach and is popular as a place of relaxation for citizens. In addition, a new "wooden deck extending to the sea" with a length of 90 meters and a width of 10 meters has appeared, so everyone can easily enjoy a walk on the Ocean. Chairs and tables are set up at the end of the wooden deck, and if you bring in drinks and snacks purchased from the Kitchen Car, you can feel like a Ocean café. It is lit up at night and you can enjoy the beautiful atmosphere. 〇Inage Seaside Pool INAPOO A new complex pool with a retro-modern concept that can be enjoyed by men and women of all ages. The concept is retro-modern, which is a fusion of nostalgia and newness. In addition to the conventional pool content, we offer a variety of Activities such as large playground equipment, paid seating where you can relax more slowly, and a restaurant. In 2024, it will open on Saturday, July 13! 〇Inage Yacht Harbor A yacht harbor where you can enjoy the sea breeze with the new Central Tokyo in the background. Held in various events such as yacht experience sessions that beginners and parents and children can participate in, purse seine fishing visiting the sites, and standup paddleboarding classes. 〇Flower Museum We are currently in the process of renewing it. The atrium building and greenhouse building, which will be the center of the museum, will be renovated as Facilities where you can Fun the fusion of conventional flower and plant exhibitions and digital technology. Currently, the surrounding garden and rest building are open to the public free of charge. As of July 1 〇small planet CAMP＆GRILL You can enjoy sustainable glamping facilities that coexist with the Nature environment. It is equipped with safe facilities that are great for women and children who are new to the outdoors, so you can spend your time comfortably. We also offer BBQ using freshly picked ingredients from Chiba. There is also a Day trip plan that allows you to stop by casually, Restrooms available customers who come to the beach or pool can easily enjoy it as if they were stopping by a café. 〇The Surf Ocean Terrace A seaside restaurant with a view of the sea and sky. A superb view of Tokyo Bay spreads out in front of you. Fun on the seaside terrace with spacious sofas for food and drinks. You can also overlook the sea from the calm atmosphere of the store, which uses plenty of wood.

Miyazaki Prefecture Gokasecho Gourmet — Enoha no Ie Enoha no Ie sits right beside the clear stream where yamame trout thrive. Here you can enjoy yamame dishes made from Gokase’s pure water. Alongside grilled salt-roasted yamame and sweet-simmered yamame, you can also taste yamame sashimi, which requires the freshest fish. A yamame fishing pond nearby lets you try yamame fishing casually. Hours: 11:00–17:00 Closed: Open daily Contact: 4615 Kuraoka, Gokasecho, Nishiusuki District, Miyazaki Prefecture, 882-1201 Phone: 0982-83-2321

Miyazaki Prefecture Gokasecho Gourmet: Shoku no Sato Gogo At lunch, enjoy hearty, filling meals; in the evening, the restaurant fills with locals at Shoku no Sato Gogo. You can dine while looking out over the upstream of the Mikasho River. The house specialties are charcoal-grilled local chicken and kama-age udon. Hours: Lunch 11:00–13:30 (last order 13:15) / Dinner 17:30–21:30 (last order 21:00) Closed: Monday Contact: 1287-3 Mikasho, Gokasecho, Nishiusuki District, Miyazaki Prefecture 882-1203 Phone: 0982-82-0635 (Reservations are recommended for dinner)

Miyazaki Prefecture Gokasecho Gourmet: Cloud Above the Grapes Cloud Above the Grapes is a restaurant located on the grounds of Gokase Winery Enjoy a buffet of dishes made with local ingredients and freshly caught yamame trout. The curry made with Gokase wine is also popular. Help yourself to a wide selection of dishes from salads to desserts as much as you like! Hours: 11:00–15:00 (last order 14:30) Closed: Wednesday and Thursday Contact: 4847-1 Kuwanochi, Gokasecho, Nishiusuki District, Miyazaki Prefecture 882-1202 Phone: 0982-73-5470

Gokasecho, Miyazaki Prefecture Gourmet Restaurant Gose (Itsuse), located inside Gokase Onsen Mori no Yado Kijiya You can enjoy a variety of seasonal dishes. Using 100% Gokase-grown grapes for Gokase Wine, the locally acclaimed Takachiho Beef—a brand honored at the National Wagyu Ability Competition—salt-grilled yamame (mountain trout), tempura of wild mountain vegetables, and other carefully chosen seasonal ingredients, the restaurant offers a menu that highlights the best flavors of each season. Hours: Lunch 11:00–15:00 / Dinner 17:00–21:00 Closed: Every Tuesday. Please check the official website for holiday closures. Contact: 9223 Mikasho, Gokasecho, Nishiusuki District, Miyazaki Prefecture 882-1203 Phone: 0982-82-1115 Fax: 0982-82-1145

Miyazaki Prefecture Gokasecho Shopping & Souvenirs: Miyabe Butcher Shop The town’s only butcher shop. It offers high-quality meat at reasonable prices. The shop also sells many original prepared dishes, and its pork skirt steak marinated in a homemade sauce, called “Toku-Horu,” became a beloved local specialty after winning the grand prize at the 2013 Local Gourmet Contest held in Miyazaki City. You can eat it at the following places in town: • Miyabe Butcher Shop • Gokase Specialty Center Address: 10666-2 Mikasho, Gokasecho, Nishiusuki District, Miyazaki Prefecture 882-1203 Phone: 0982-82-0034 / Fax: 0982-82-0076 Business hours: 8:00–18:00 Closed: Sundays ※Open on Sundays that fall during consecutive holidays

Miyazaki Prefecture Gokasecho Shopping & Souvenirs: Yuuhi no Sato Local Products Center Yuuhi no Sato Local Products Center sits on the grounds of Gokase Winery In addition to freshly harvested morning vegetables brought in by local residents, the center offers a wide selection of kamairi tea and processed goods Hours: 9:00–17:00 Closed: Thursdays Contact: 0982-73-5471

Photographed on July 6, 24. It is a wind chime at the edge of Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. We are exorcising the wind chime shelf.

Hiraide Ruins The nationally designated Hiraide Ruins rank among Japan’s major archaeological sites. They lie about 2 kilometers southwest of JR Chuo Line Shiojiri Station on the vineyard-covered Kikyogahara plain. The site stretches in a belt along the Shibukawa stream flowing from Hiraide spring, extending roughly 1 kilometer east to west and 300 meters north to south. Full-scale excavations begun in 1950 revealed that people lived at Hiraide from the Jomon period through the Heian period. Numerous dwelling remains and associated artifacts were unearthed. These rich finds formed a fundamental body of material for studying prehistoric and ancient culture in this region, and the site was designated a National Historic Site in 1952. Subsequent excavations have uncovered more than 290 dwelling and building remains to date. ◇Hiraide Museum The museum displays clay figurines, pottery, stone tools, and iron implements excavated from the Hiraide Ruins, along with artifacts from other local sites. Highlights include prefectural treasures such as the green-glazed water jar, the Shibamiya bronze bell, the Irisawa tile tower, and distinctive Jomon pottery from Shinshu. ◇Historical Park Around the museum lies the Hiraide Kofun Group, three burial mounds thought to belong to powerful local leaders who once governed the Hiraide settlement. You can also see a pit-dwelling reconstruction that was the first of its kind restored anywhere in Japan. ◇Hiraide Archaeological Park Hiraide Archaeological Park reconstructs villages from the Jomon, Kofun, and Heian periods under the theme “Five thousand years of Hiraide.” Fifteen reconstructed dwellings and buildings stand in the park, and visitors can enter some of them. Recreations of Jomon, Yayoi, and Heian period dwellings let you experience changes in structure and building materials firsthand and feel how people’s daily lives evolved over time. ◇Guidance Building The guidance building houses a learning corner, rest area, and observation room, creating a relaxed space for visitors to learn about the Hiraide Ruins. Hands-on programs related to prehistoric and ancient life—such as fire making and magatama (curved bead) making—are offered and remain popular with local children. On the second floor, an observation room offers a panoramic view of the archaeological park. ◇Practical Information <Historical Park and Hiraide Museum> Address: 1011-3 Soga, Shiojiri City, Nagano Prefecture Phone: 0263-52-1022 Hours: 9:00–17:00 (last admission 16:30) Closed: Mondays, the day after national holidays, and during the New Year holidays (December 29–January 3) Parking: Cars 50 spaces / Large buses 10 spaces (free) Admission: Adults 300 yen / Elementary and junior high school students free / Groups of 20 or more 240 yen per person Access: 15-minute walk from JR Shiojiri Station or get off at Hiraide Museum on the Soga community bus line <Archaeological Park and Guidance Building> Address: 388-2 Soga, Shiojiri City, Nagano Prefecture Phone: 0263-52-3301 Hours: 9:00–17:00 Closed: Mondays, the day after national holidays, and during the New Year holidays (December 29–January 3) Parking: Available (free) Reception hours: 9:00–11:00 and 13:00–15:30 Admission: Free (materials fees may apply for some activities) Access: 15-minute walk from JR Shiojiri Station or a 6-minute walk from Hiraide Gate on the Soga community bus line

Cape ✨ Noshup The dolphin monument is 🐬🩷 cute When I go to Wakkanai in the summer, I look forward 😆 to eating sea urchin

There was a Mr./Ms. shell of a Traditional Japanese straw raincoat in a nearby park, so I thought I could take a picture of the moment of feathering, so I waited for the night and went out. Impression was indeed able to witness the birth of life.

Nice to meet you all and welcome to COOL JAPAN VIDEOS! This is the Shinshu Tateshina Tourist Association. Tateshina Town, Kitasaku-gun, Nagano Prefecture, Tateshina Town, Kitasaku-gun, Nagano Prefecture is an area with spectacular Nature landscapes such as Mt. Mount Tateshina, Hot Spring, and ski resorts. During the summer season, many people visit it as a summer resort, and you can enjoy sports such as tennis, Putting golf, archery, and fishing in the Highlands area around Lake Megami. In addition, there are three ski resorts and the Tateshina Town, and in the winter season, you can enjoy a wide range of Winter sports such as skiing and snowboarding, from families to advanced skiers. Throughout the year, we will introduce the charm of Tateshina Town in various ways, so please look forward to it. 【 Specialty products and gourmet food of Tateshina Town 】 In Tateshina Town, the clear underground water stream from Mount Tateshina grows delicious crops. Specialty products such as "Koshihikari rice produced in Tateshina" and "Tateshina apples" have been well received by many people. In addition, "Tateshina beef" raised on a highlands at an elevation of 800 meters in Tateshina Town is a brand beef that Shinshu is proud of with plenty of umami. Specialty products created by the Blessed natural environment of the region are also lined up at "Roadside Station Goddess Village Tateshina NokimuraMegami no sato". How do you like it? as a Souvenirs of sightseeing in Tateshina Town? 【 Sightseeing spot full of charm of Tateshina Town 】 『 Mount Tateshina 』 "Mount Tateshina" is one of the 100 Famous Mountains of Japan towering on the border between Tateshina Town and Nagano Prefecture Chino City. Elevation 2,531 meters. Restrooms available is one of the 100 famous mountains in Japan, but it is a popular mountain where even beginners can enjoy climbing. It takes about 4 hours round trip, so it is also recommended as an introduction to Introduction to Yatsugatake. Lake Megami The Lake Megami in the birch Highlands of the foothills of Mount Tateshina is also Restrooms available in the photo Spot, which is popular for its reflections that beautifully reflect the Mount Tateshina on the surface of the lake. Activities such as boating and canoeing are also available. "Lake Shirakaba" It is a lake with a circumference of 4 kilometers at an elevation of 1400m, and it is a spot where you can enjoy various ways throughout the year, such as fresh greenery in Spring, summer getaways in Summer getaway, Autumn leaves in autumn, and snow in winter. The area around the lake is well maintained with a promenade surrounded by pure white birch trees, so you can enjoy walking. 『 Gosensui Nature Park 』 From Tateshina Ranch, you can take the gondola Lift and get there in about 5 minutes. Elevation 1,830 Meters, you can see about 300 kinds of alpine plants and many wild birds. 『 Tateshina Teddy Bear Museum 』 There are 11,000 teddy bears on display from all over the world, which can be enjoyed by men and women of all ages. The exhibition is divided into 18 themes from 15 countries around the world. "Venus Line Onna no Kami Observatory" Driving route in Yatsugatake Chushin Kogen Quasi-National Park. Since it runs in the Highlands, it is recommended for summer driving and touring. Located Elevation 1700 Meters, the Onna no Kami Observatory overlooks the Yatsugatake and Southern Alps mountains. "Shirakaba Resort Ikenotaira Family Land and Ikenotaira Hotel" Shirakaba Resort Ikenotaira Family Land is an amusement park where you can enjoy merry-go-rounds and Roller coaster, and there are also Putting Golf, horseback riding, and Athletic. The 2024 season will open on Saturday, April 20, 2024. It is also recommended as a base for sightseeing at the Ikenotaira Hotel Tateshina, which is attached to Ikenotaira Family Land. 『 Roadside Station Goddess Village Tateshina Nokimura（Megami no sato） 』 At the sales office "Nongi Village" in the Roadside Station, there are many products recommended for Tateshina Products Fresh Agricultural Products and Souvenirs. It is a recommended Spot where you can take a break while looking at the superb view of Mt. Asama. A trip to enjoy the Nature, culture, and gourmet food of Tateshina Town will be a special time for everyone. Enjoy the experience that can only be experienced in Tateshina Town. We will send out Recommendations for Tateshina Town, so please follow us!

Today, we visited LEC COFFEE Mr./Ms.. It's chai and matcha tiramisu. It's so delicious that I look forward to it every time. It was very hot today, so I was healed. Thanks to you, I was able to take a photo of the illumination of the rim musubi wind chime. Thank you. 😊

summer festival♪

Summer lurks in everyday life

Summer Traditions Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine with the sound of wind chimes Photo taken on July 6, 2024

2024-06-29 Tsukiyano Firefly no Sato Minakami Towns, Gunma I went to "Moonlight Firefly Village" to take pictures of the light trails of fireflies. 20:00 A little before Squid, the ephemeral lights began to dance wildly, as if fairies were flying around Anyway, the photographers and spectators were sour-mouthed and warned not to emit light and and I took measures such as turning off the monitor, but there were quite a few people who didn't care about that Also, the rate of children was very high, and I was scared to shoot when they would hit the tripod.

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Yatsugatake Chushin Kogen National Park Mt. Takabocchi Highlands Overview Mt. Takabocchi Highlands sits in the eastern part of Shiojiri City on gently sloping terrain. From the summit’s 360-degree viewpoint, you can enjoy sweeping views of the Northern Alps, Lake Suwa, the Southern Alps, and Mount Fuji. Seasonal Highlights <Spring–Summer> The highland is popular for easy observation of diverse alpine plants such as rhododendron (Renge tsutsuji) and geranium (Hakusan fuuro). From early summer to autumn, grazing dairy cows create a pastoral, otherworldly landscape. <Autumn–Winter> From mid-October, you can often see majestic sea-of-clouds formations. Camping and Outdoor Activities Since 2021, responding to the recent outdoor boom, growing workation demand, and increased interest in environmental protection, outdoor initiatives have begun, including development of camping areas so visitors can enjoy the highland in many ways. Visitor Notes for Mt. Takabocchi Highlands There are no water facilities such as cooking water taps, so please bring your own water. Toilets are available, and vending machines sell drinks including water. Basic Information Recommended Seasons June (rhododendron), June–October (cow pasturing), late October–December (sea of clouds) Address Kataoka, Shiojiri City, Nagano Prefecture Access Access to Mt. Takabocchi Highlands 13 km from Shiojiri IC *Closed for winter roughly early December through late April For car navigation *Gake no Yu Route Search for Gunjo-kaku (〒399-0071 6114-235 Kataoka, Shiojiri City, Nagano Prefecture Tel: 0263-58-2140). It is about 7 km and a 15-minute drive from Gunjo-kaku. *Higashiyama Route If “Mt. Takabocchi Highlands” is not registered, use Higashiyama Community Center (Tel: 0263-56-2485) as a landmark for the Takabocchi entrance from Japan National Route 20. Address: 869-4 Former Shiojiri Higashiyama, Shiojiri City, Nagano Prefecture. Parking First Parking Lot (adjacent to Kusakazuba racing field, free) Second Parking Area (Toppouguchi, free) Toilets Available at the First Parking Lot and the Second Parking Area Contact 0263-88-8722 (Shiojiri City Tourist Information Center)

[Notice of the 100th Lake Nojiri fireworks festival Held in] When I thought that the Ume Plum Rain would not come ~ it became Ume Plum Rain ~ it was already July. Summer tradition in Shinano Town! Lake Nojiri Fireworks Festival will be held in again this year! Held in: Saturday, July 27, 2024 Launch start: 19:30 ~ planned *Rain or shine Venue: Lake Nojiri On the day of the event, traffic restrictions will be in place around the venue from 18:30. Please see the venue map for traffic restrictions. In addition, this year, the executive committee will not and to set up free parking around the venue. Use a paid shuttle bus runs from [Kurohime Station] and [Kurohime Plateau]. ■Paid shuttle bus information■ 1 Kurohime Station　 2 Town Management Kurohime Plateau parking lot Scheduled to depart at any time from 16 o'clock. The last day of Lake Nojiri departs at 21:30 Fee: 500 yen round trip Adult junior high school students and older, free for elementary school students and younger Payment will be made at the time of boarding. ■Temporary parking lot■ 1 Use the shuttle bus at Kurohime Station 　Please Use the Town Management Kurohime Station West Exit Parking Lot. 2 Those who Use the Kurohime Plateau shuttle bus 　Please Use [Town Management Kurohime Plateau No. 1 Parking Lot]. The 100th anniversary! What kind of fireworks will be launched? ♪ Fun

【Feeding insects in the sun】 Why don't you join us for insect feeding? The traditional event "insect feeding" that has continued since the Edo period It is a festival as a prayer for a good harvest of five grains, the expulsion of evil insects, and the prevention of evil diseases. The light of the torches is reflected in the water of the rice fields, creating an ethereal world. Date & Time: Saturday, July 20, 2024 17:00~ Gathering: Hinata Yakushi 　　　　Odakyu Line Isehara Station North Exit Kananaka Bus Stop No. 3 　　　　"Hinata Yakushi Line" about 20 minutes, get off at Hinata Yakushi terminus, 15 minutes walk to the approach to the temple Participation fee: Free * 500 yen if you have a torch junior high school students and above Contact: Secretariat of the Hyuga Insect Feeding Preservation Society 0463-95-0234 Yamaguchi

✻ Notice [Diffusion hope] ✻ Held in of festivals【Kanatsu Festival】 Saturday, July 13, 2024 ~ July 15, 2024 National Holiday Honjin Ornament Exhibition ✻ July 13 Sat Eve Festival Location: Kanazu Shrine Precincts 18:00~20:30 ✻July 14 Tue Main Festival festival float procession 3 units 📍 Closing at Kanazu Shrine 12:00 Stalls is also Stalls.