Expo Memorial Park Suita City, Osaka Prefecture, Senri Expo Park Adults (high school students and above) 450 yen, children free. *Revised from April 1, 2026 Must-See Attractions Tower of the Sun and Interior Tour The symbol "Tower of the Sun" created by Taro Okamoto is the face of the park. Not only can you admire its exterior, but there is also an interior tour available by reservation, allowing visitors to experience a powerful space that recreates the exhibitions from the Expo era. Japanese-style Garden This authentic strolling garden was developed for the 1970 Expo, featuring ponds, tea houses, and waterfalls scattered throughout, where visitors can enjoy seasonal flowers and autumn foliage. This area is detailed as a "highlight of the Japanese-style garden" by the park's official introduction.

Aerial footage was taken of the lower thousand cherry trees at Mount Yoshino. Yoshino Mountain, Yoshino Town, Nara Prefecture April 2026 *Obtained comprehensive flight permission for unmanned aerial vehicles from the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism *Flight plan notification and flight log creation.

A place I want to return to every year, even though it's not my hometown. A time to savor the tranquility and rhythm of this city, often overlooked during sightseeing. In the morning, enjoy the clear air and coffee. In the afternoon, take your time with work or exploring the town. In the evening, savor local flavors. For those who find a short stay unsatisfying. Why not spend time here as if you were living? You can make a reservation through the profile URL. ▶Kushiro Prince Hotel https://www.instagram.com/kushiroprincehotel/...

Today, I attended the monthly festival at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. This is the Nagori-zakura, set up in conjunction with the annual festival at the Gokoku Shrine. It was taken on April 12th.

In Nagano City, we introduce late-blooming cherry blossoms! 🌸 Cherry blossom bloom report from April 14 and 15. 〈Don't forget to tap the "save mark" if you want to revisit this later!〉 1. Gassho Cherry Blossom at Tenzōji Temple A designated natural monument of Nagano City. The weeping cherry trees on both sides of the main hall stretch their branches to meet each other, which is why they are called "Gassho Cherry Blossom." 【Location】74 Ōoka Otsu, Nagano City 【Parking】Available 2. Weeping Cherry Blossom at Takahashi in Kinasa The 400-year-old weeping cherry tree is located in the front yard of the Takahashi Community Center and is a natural monument of Nagano City. At Takahashi Yakushidō, there is a group of stone statues, including a beautifully carved Kannon from the 33rd temple of the Western Pilgrimage. 【Location】Takahashi, Kinasa, Nagano City 3. Kamiyo Cherry Blossom at Isozakura Jinja Legend has it that this giant tree grew from the staff of Susanoo no Mikoto, with a circumference of about 9 meters. It is an Edohigan cherry tree estimated to be 1,200 years old and designated as a national natural monument. 【Location】513 Izumihei, Nagano City 4. Sakura Square at Nagano City Hall A cherry blossom spot known to those in the know! It is a relaxing space with garden umbrellas and chairs. 【Location】1613 Tsuruga Midori-machi, Nagano City 【Parking】Available (The first hour after entering the parking lot is free, excluding late-night hours.) *The "Nagano Tourism Net" webpage is currently sharing cherry blossom bloom information for Nagano City! 🌸 Please use it as a reference for your cherry blossom viewing! 🌸 *There is a link in the highlight "Flower Spot Information." #Cherry Blossom #Hanami #Blooming #Nagano City #Nagano Tourism

[All About Gokasecho in Spring 🌸] Here are some photos of Gokasecho in full bloom 📷 Rhododendrons, weeping cherry blossoms, and Akebono azaleas were in full bloom! Please feel free to submit your photos for Gokase Hanami 2026!

Introducing Our Sponsors: The 15th Teshikaga Photo Contest The award-winning works of the 15th Teshikaga Photo Contest have been announced, and each winner has received a prize. This Teshikaga Photo Contest is held with the cooperation of local businesses in Teshikagacho. We will gradually introduce the sponsoring companies that have supported us on the official Teshikaga Navi Instagram. (In no particular order) This time, we would like to introduce "Teshikaga Town Lab (Teshikaga Marche)"! 📝 Teshikaga Navi has a wide range of information, so please take a look! ✨ Thank you to "Teshikaga Town Lab (Teshikaga Marche)" for your support in this event. 🙇🛶 We look forward to your continued support for the "Teshikaga Photo Contest" and "Teshikaga Navi." https://www.masyuko.or.jp/news/photocon_r08/...

Let me give you a brief introduction to Kawayu Onsen, which I've been saving up for 1-2 months! In Teshikaga, there is plenty of nature where anyone can capture beautiful scenery. Of course, it's stunning regardless of the season, so feel free to come with your camera and capture many beautiful moments of Teshikaga!📸📱 https://www.masyuko.or.jp/enjoy/kawayu_ashi/...

【Cherry Blossom Tour in Southern Shinshu🌸】Tenryū Gorge and Yae-zakura Kaidō are nearing their peak bloom! Currently at "50% bloom" & night illuminations are underway✨ The overlapping petals create an irresistible volume, reminiscent of peony flowers...! The contrast of pink gradients and the newly sprouted leaves offers a breathtaking view unique to this season✨" On Sunday, April 19th, the "Tenryū Gorge Yaezakura Street Sakura Festival" will also be held! ✅ About 2km (approximately 200 cherry trees of 10 varieties) along the cherry blossom path🌸 ✅ Illuminations are ongoing. A night stroll among the cherry blossoms is also recommended🌙 ✅ On April 19th (Sunday), the "Yae-zakura Kaidō Sakura Festival" will take place🌸

A family trip to Suwa City, Nagano Prefecture, with four generations. I thought it might be a bit late in the season, but when we arrived, we were greeted by fully bloomed cherry blossoms. The combination of the sky, the castle, and the cherry blossoms created a breathtaking view. For my four-month-old daughter, it was her first experience with cherry blossoms. It seemed like she was leaning out of her carrier more than usual, truly enjoying the beauty of the blossoms.

Introducing Our Sponsors: The 15th Teshikaga Photo Contest The award-winning works of the 15th Teshikaga Photo Contest have been announced, and each winner has received a prize. This Teshikaga Photo Contest is held with the cooperation of local businesses in Teshikagacho. On the official Teshikaga Navi Instagram, we will gradually introduce the sponsoring companies that have supported us. (In no particular order) This time, we would like to introduce 'Teshikaga Town Lab (Teshikaga Marche)'! 📝 Teshikaga Navi contains a wide range of information, so please take a look! ✨ Thank you to 'Teshikaga Town Lab (Teshikaga Marche)' for your support of this event. 🙇🛶 We look forward to your continued support for the 'Teshikaga Photo Contest' and 'Teshikaga Navi'.

Annual Event‼︎🛶✨ 【Announcement of Clean-Up Activity at Wakoto Beach】 On April 19th (Sunday), we will hold a beach clean-up starting at 10 AM, followed by a pork miso soup gathering at 11 AM‼︎ (We will serve pork miso soup to those who participate in the beach clean-up.) After that, from 2 PM, a basic life-saving course will be held at Teshikaga Fire Station for those who use the lake. Details of the Beach Clean-Up on April 19th (Sunday) 10 AM - Beach Clean-Up 11 AM - Pork Miso Soup Gathering 2 PM - Basic Life-Saving Course at Teshikaga Fire Station *The beach clean-up is a free participation event, starting at 10 AM at PETETOK on that day. Additionally, on April 29th (Wednesday), GOOD VIBES MARKET (FLEA MARKET) will be held‼︎ This first event will primarily feature local exhibitors, and it is planned to take place within the PETETOK premises. We look forward to your participation and inquiries🛶✨

Taken on April 1, 2014. This is a café latte and a cinnamon crumble tart from cafe andon. What a lovely latte art! 😊

Taken on April 1, 26. This is the cinnamon crumble tart from cafe andon. The tart crust is layered with homemade marmalade jam and topped with cinnamon crumble. It has a wonderful aroma of cinnamon and marmalade.

The Yae Cherry Blossoms at the nursery are in full bloom. They are breathtaking.

Opening on Friday, May 1st! The Kushiro Prince Hotel will have a fitness room open. This spacious area is equipped for everything from cardio to strength training. It is available for a wide range of users, from beginners to athletes. Whether for long stays or workations, it provides an environment to maintain comfortable conditions. If you're staying in Kushiro, choose for "comfort" 💡 ▶ Kushiro Prince Hotel https://www.instagram.com/kushiroprincehotel/...

Taken on March 8, 26. This is the café latte from CAFE ANDON and a matcha shortcake with strawberries and red bean paste. The mug and the green of the matcha look beautiful.

Taken on March 8, 2026. This is the matcha shortcake with strawberries and red bean paste from cafe andon. When we think of spring, we think of Kawagoe Matcha and strawberry cake.🍰

For the solo traveler in Japan, there are a wealth of accommodation options. You will almost surely be familiar with capsule hotels, which are famous for their cheap prices and tight spaces. But for the budget-conscious traveler looking for something different, Japan's internet cafes are in a class of their own! In many other countries, an internet cafe is no more than a place to briefly use the internet, with the business model arising from disadvantaged areas which formerly did not have much computer access. So how has Japan, one of the nations with the highest internet access penetration in the world, maintained a thriving industry of internet cafes? The answer lies in comfort and services. While if you really do just want a computer at a counter seat it is an option, there are a wealth of choices including private booths with room to lay down, couple's booths, shower access, all-you-can-drink beverage dispensers, affordable meals delivered to your booth, and much more. Many internet cafes double as "manga cafes", with entire libraries of series to read at your leisure. Internet cafes offer overnight plans and discounted prices for late hours, making it a surprisingly reasonable and very unique alternative to staying at a conventional hotel, and since it encompasses dining options as well, can be an all-in-one destination for those who would rather not splurge for a meal at an unfamiliar restaurant. A word of warning for the truly weary, though: While sleeping at an internet cafe is very feasible, and the booths are closed off, those seeking complete privacy or more comfort in rest would perhaps be better off elsewhere. Spending the night in an internet cafe is perhaps most recommended for the young and unattached who don't mind the tradeoff of somewhat spartan sleeping conditions for affordability and a truly unique experience.

April 14th This morning, Azumino is beautifully clear According to the forecast, the weather seems to deteriorate in the evening, so if you want to enjoy the cherry blossoms, today is the day Have fun in the countryside of Azumino!!

On April 13th the cherry blossom trees along the Hotaka River, where the early spring song monument is located, have started to shed their petals... You can enjoy the picturesque scenery of Azumino, featuring cherry blossoms, wasabi fields, and the Northern Alps.

April 13 Azumino Cherry Blossom Blooming Information The cherry blossoms at the famous spot in Azumino, Mount Hikarujo, are in full bloom!! This year, they reached the summit in no time. The cherry blossoms on Mount Hikarujo are planted along the hiking trail, blooming like a "rising dragon" from the trailhead to the summit♪ Please be careful as parking is limited for those driving!

This year's cherry blossoms are coming to an end👀✨ In the end, I encountered the gently swaying weeping cherry blossoms against a backdrop of blue sky. Watching the petals flutter down makes me feel a bit lonely, but I'm glad I could capture this moment in a photo... The seasons pass quickly, but I think I will keep this spring scenery in my heart forever. Thank you for this year's cherry blossoms🌸

Taken on April 1, 2026. This is the new menu item, Rigatoni Bolognese, from cafe andon. Highly recommended. 😊

Taken on April 12, 2014 (Heisei 26). This is the Reitaisai (annual festival) held at the Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine and Gokoku Shrine.

📍Ikeda River, Itoshima City, Fukuoka Prefecture April 7, 2026 The 600-meter cherry blossom avenue offers a breathtaking view from the river. Additionally, it's a great spot to capture the combination of trains and cherry blossoms. 📍4-12-1 Hatae Station North, Itoshima City (East side of Hatae Elementary School) Access: About a 9-minute walk from Hatae Station on the JR Chikuhi Line (Limited parking available; public transportation is recommended) Restrooms: None

When in doubt, choose this. Kushiro Specialty Zangi and katte-don made with your favorite toppings. Both are must-try classic dishes. Kushiro Prince Hotel is about a 5-minute walk to the Suehiro Area, where you can find various Kushiro delicacies. It’s conveniently located in the city center, perfect for sightseeing and food exploration! If you’re staying in Kushiro, opt for Kushiro Prince Hotel✨ Reservations can be made through the profile URL. ▶Kushiro Prince Hotel https://www.instagram.com/kushiroprincehotel/...

Event Announcement 📣 Masuya Shoten, a bakery based in Obihiro City, will open a new experiential facility called "Mugioto Horse Park – Hill of Horses and Wheat" on Saturday, April 18, 2026, focusing on horses and wheat. 😊 This facility is an experiential space adjacent to the Mugioto bakery, where visitors can enjoy interactions with banei and Dosanko horses, take part in horse-drawn carriage experiences (reservation required), and learn about local resource circulation, all while appreciating the unique values of Tokachi. Before the opening, the "Horses and Wheat Forum" will be held on Friday, April 17, followed by an opening event on the 18th (Saturday) and 19th (Sunday). 🎵 🔶Horses and Wheat Forum This forum will discuss the new relationships and possibilities between horses and the local community from various perspectives. 📍Event Overview ・Date: Friday, April 17, 2026, 13:00 - 16:00 ・Venue: Beat Museum / Mugioto Horse Park ・Participation Fee: Free (Capacity: 30 people, online streaming available) 📍Content ・Lecture: "New Possibilities for Horses" ・Panel Discussion ・Carriage Demonstration and Ranch Tour Experts from various fields, including support for retired racehorses, veterinary medicine, agriculture, and local culture, will participate in discussions about the future of horses and the community. 🔶Opening Event Overview 📍Date April 18 (Saturday) 10:30 - 14:30 April 19 (Sunday) 10:00 - 14:00 📍Main Activities ・1,000-Person Pizza Experience Participants will create pizzas using Tokachi-grown wheat "Banei Kitano Kaori" and "Tokachi Mush" from the local resource circulation project "Banei to Mushroom to Wheat Circle". During the event, experience tickets will be distributed to purchasers of a certain amount. The goal is to provide experiences for 1,000 people over the two days. ・Carriage Experience Two types of horse-drawn carriages pulled by two horses will circulate within the facility. ・Mobile Sales and Limited Products Event-exclusive products and bread inspired by horses will be sold by the Masuya bus.