The practice of swordsmanship was intended above all to nurture the mind. The samurai, through diligent practice and extreme concentration, desired to attain a state of unthoughtfulness, free of attachment or preoccupation, and thus able to respond instantly. A warrior is prepared to die each morning. In the quiet moments of the morning, he imagines himself being struck by lightning, doused by fire, or cut to pieces with a sword or spear. It is hard to remember that one step outside the doorway is the world of death. #Honor #Bushido #samuraisword #katana

Yesterday, we visited CAFE ANDON. It's a hot sandwich with avocado shrimp. We would like to thank everyone at CAFE ANDON for their support over the past year. Best regards again this year. 🙇‍♀️

Whooper swan soaring in the sky bathed in the setting sun. I feel that the silhouette showed more of its majesty. I hope that such encounters will be repeated for years and decades to come

It is a roosting scene of Magan in Izunuma, Miyagi Prefecture. I think that the scenery that should have been seen all over Japan in the past is now one of the few precious landscape heritages. It is said that 90% of the geese that fly to Japan gather here. I hope that we will continue to weave this ancient original landscape to future generations forever

Happy New Year. I look forward to your continued support this year. This is the scene of daffodils around Lake Sakuma at Sakuma Dam in Kyonan Town. The daffodils are now at their best. Please come and visit.

White Silver Sangi Railway Fujiwara Towns, Inabe City, Mie Prefecture

You can enjoy "Japanese smelt fishing" at Sahoro Lake. Lake Sahoro will start the Japanese fishing season in Authentic tomorrow. Today, the temperature was 0 degrees Celsius, the ice thickness on the surface of the lake was 20 cm, and the weather was snowy, but many anglers were already enjoying their first catch. Temporary toilets have also been installed in the Car parking lot adjacent to the fishing spot, and patrols of the lake surface have begun from Tuesday, January 7 to Sunday, March 2, completing preparations for the arrival of the season. It's an important catch, but according to the stories I heard from anglers, many of them said that around 100 fish had risen. If you are experiencing Japanese smelt fishing for the first time or do not have any equipment, Tokachi Outdoor Mates (TOM) [0156-65-2411] will rent a set of tents, fishing equipment, heating equipment, etc., guide you on how to fish, and if you wish, please contact us for a There are plan that will make the Japanese smelt you catch into a tempura. Also, today there was no wind and it was not so cold, but it is a place with good wind passage in the mountains, so please take measures to protect yourself from the cold and wind.

Happy New Year. Thank you for your continued support this 🎍 year By the way, many New Year's cards have been received from all over the country to the mascot character "Minafuku" of Minamimaki VillageThank 📮 you Minafuku, I 🤗 am ♪ very happy It will continue to haunt from time to time, so please 🫡 support it

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Bungo Ono City in Oita Prefecture, Kyushu. On January 3, 2025, the Ontake Kagura New Year performance took place at the Kagura Kaikan in Kiyokawamachi, Bungo Ono City. Many visitors came that day and enjoyed the Kagura dances.✨ The Ontake Kagura performed with impressive, vigorous dances. Many guests were captivated. ■■■ What is Ontake Kagura The Ontake Kagura passed down in Kiyokawamachi is said to have begun in 1449, at the same time as the founding of Ontake Shrine. It has been handed down for a long time, and Kagura in this tradition is performed in Oono, Naoiri, Ken Nan, and as far as the Aso region. In 2007 it was designated a National Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property. ■■■ Access to central Bungo Ono City ■■■ About 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station, Fukuoka Prefecture About 2 hours by car from JR Kumamoto Station, Kumamoto Prefecture About 1 hour 20 minutes by car from JR Beppu Station, Oita Prefecture About 1 hour 20 minutes by car from JR Yufuin Station, Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ On Instagram we share recommended sightseeing, gourmet spots, and accommodations in Bungo Ono City⬇ Bungo Ono City Tourism Association @satonotabiii We would be happy if you follow us. You can find the Bungo Ono City Tourism Association website linked from our profile. ■■■■■■■■■■■■

🍷 Wine Party 🍷 Held in 😁 the first wine party to commemorate the occasion This time, we also have 🎍 a New Year's party We are grateful 🙏 for the participation of many people If it's so much fun, I'd ✨ like to Held in it every month Held in to 🥂 the next event 🌼 Advantageous Campaigns 🌼 It's time ✨ to start something new Now, to the diver of your dreams! 🉐57,250 yen →39,000 yen Refer-a-Friend Campaign ✌️ Let's dive together! 🉐 5,000 yen discount for everyone Experience Diving Campaign 🌻 In the most beautiful sea of the year! 🉐19,800→14,300 yen

【Japanese smelt fishing is held in】 We have had more than 200 visitors since day one! At the administration building set up at the venue, rods and bait are rented, and drills are rented free of charge, so even beginners can 😊 easily get started It is a very good place to Access, 10 minutes by Car from Memanbetsu Airport, There is a there is a Hot Spring right Soba (buckwheat noodles) the venue, so it is the best place to enjoy winter Activities! We look forward to seeing you there!

2025 🎍 Hatsushima Tour✨ How are you spending Squid in the new year? Today I'm going diving on Hatsushima ~ 🤿 Enjoy 🐠 Hatsushima, which is almost fully booked Decorate ema in the water! I've had 💡 some special experiences We'd love to join you! !️ 🌼 Advantageous Campaigns 🌼 It's time ✨ to start something new Now, to the diver of your dreams! 🉐57,250 yen →39,000 yen Refer-a-Friend Campaign ✌️ Let's dive together! 🉐 5,000 yen discount for everyone Experience Diving Campaign 🌻 In the most beautiful sea of the year! 🉐19,800→14,300 yen

[ Wakasa-gi Ice Fishing at Horokayanto Now Open! ] Wakasagi ice fishing opened on Sunday, December 29, 2024, at Horokayanto in Bansei, Taiki Town, located near the Hidaka Mountain Range. Please note that operations may be suspended without notice for safety reasons due to weather or ice conditions. Thank you for your understanding. [ Open Period ] From Sunday, December 29, 2024, until late February 2025, subject to ice conditions. [ Opening Hours ] From 5:00 AM to 4:00 PM. [ Fishing Fee ] Adults (junior high school students and older): 700 yen Elementary school students: 300 yen [ Contact ] Taiki Fisheries Cooperative Association, Horokayanto Management Building 01558-7-8866 [ Notes ] - Rental of ice drills, fishing rods, and sale of bait are not available on site. - A temporary toilet is installed beside the management building. There is no running water. - Because this pond adjoins the sea, a tsunami could occur in the event of an earthquake (including distant earthquakes). If there is any possibility of a tsunami, immediately return to your vehicle (even if you must leave belongings behind) and move to higher ground to protect your life. For the Taiki Town Office website, see below: https://www.town.taiki.hokkaido.jp/soshiki/nourinsuisan/suisan/wakasagi.html...

Happy New Year! Thank you for your continued support this year!

Today, I thought it was free, so I took a walk in Kawagoe, but it was quite crowded. This is the Ai sea bream lottery of Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine.

The Way of the Brush Along with the martial arts, many other arts flourished, including calligraphy, tea ceremony, tea bowls, poetry, incense, and Noh drama, and a samurai needed to have knowledge of both the sword and the brush in order to be seen as a cultured gentleman. #kangi #calligraphy #kimono #osakacastle

Happy New Year everyone! Best regards for your visit to Noboribetsu Bear Park again this year. 🎍🐻🎍 How will you spend your New Year's Day this year? The bears' New Year is going 🐻💤 to be a sleeping New Year

The highway bus "Snow Story" connecting Shiga Highlands and Tokyo Station started operation on 🚍 December 20 Independent 3-row Reclining seats 🐑💤 in the Car for a good night's sleep Shiga Highlands ~ Tokyo Station is 8,000 yen, Yudanaka Station ~ Tokyo Station is 7,000 yen, and reservations are limited to "Highway Bus Net" operated by JR Bus. The operation period is from December 20, 2024 (Friday) ~ March 16, 2025 (Sunday), depending on 🐒 the operation date calendar For details, please visit the Nagano Electric Railway website.

Happy New Year! Thank you for your continued support this year.

Did you know that you can reserve a seat on the Nagano Electric Railway Limited Express Yukemuri? 🚃 Enjoy your trip safely and securely with 🌏 plenty of time For inquiries, please contact Nagano Electric Railway Customer Support Center: 📞026-248-6000

Ryuo's free shuttle bus ⇔ Yudanaka Station will operate 🚍 from Saturday, December 21, 2024 The bus stop is in front 🚌❄🏂🎿❄ of the Yudanaka Station Information Center

In Navitime Japan Co., Ltd.'s "Analysis Results of Popular Hot Spring Destinations Visited by Foreign Tourists to Japan" released last month, Yamanouchi Town Yudanaka Shibu Hot Spring Village ranked second in the "Top 5 Popular Hot Spring Destinations by Market for Foreign Tourists Visiting Japan: Europe and Rice Australia"! !️🐒 In addition, "Hot Spring Resorts where many tourists from Australia are staying" in the "Top 5 Ranking of Foreign Tourists Visiting Japan by Country" was also ranked second 🐨 Yamanouchi Town is popular with Sightseeing spots from all over the world, including Hot spring ♨️, ski slopes, ⛷ Jigokudani Yaen-koen 🐵, and more! !️ We look 🙇 ♀️🙈forward to seeing you there.✨️

The Tourism Bureau's original goods are now 🥳👏 on sale We did design production + product development ✨️ with the four themes of Hot Spring, Skiing, Agricultural Products, and Monkeys that Yamanouchi Town is proud of The concept is "Yamanouchi Retro" 🕰🎥🎞 It's a nostalgic but cute design with a retro theme! In addition to long sleeves and washcloths, there are also magnets, stickers, sacoche and Ballpoint pens! I would be very happy 🥰 if many people could pick it up for everyday wear and memories of your trip It is only sold at the Yamanouchi Information Center opposite Yudanaka Station!

【Roadside Station Kita Shinshu Yamauchi Regular holiday notice 🍎】 Roadside Station Kita Shinshu Yamauchi We have decided to set a regular holiday during the following period. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and thank 🙇🏻 ♀️ you for your understanding and cooperation ●Regular holiday: Every Thursday ●Period: December 2024 to March 2025 ●Subjects: The entire building including shops, Shokudo, and Agricultural products direct sales shops * We will be open as usual on December 26th, January 6th, and March 20th.

New Year Greetings & Winter Mount Oyama 2025 The Isehara City Tourism Association officially launched today. We look forward to your continued support this year. Winter Mount Oyama ✨ Saturdays, Sundays and national holidays from January 11 to January 26, 2025 ✨ This winter, for seven days only, the Oyama Cable Car line will be illuminated and operate night services with views until 7:00 PM. On Sunday, January 12, the Oyama Sky Lantern® will be launched from Oyama Afuri Shrine Lower Shrine at 4:30 PM, and popular characters Kururin, Kanamin, and Mokoron will appear on rotating weekends (Saturdays, Sundays and holidays). The view from Oyama Afuri Shrine Lower Shrine was awarded two stars in the Michelin Green Guide Japan. The nightscape seen through the clear winter air is indescribably beautiful and captivating. Please take this opportunity to join the many events. ※If you plan to aim for the summit of Mount Oyama, start early to allow plenty of time. The public restroom at the summit may be temporarily unavailable due to freezing, so please use restrooms in advance. *Photo: New Year’s sunrise from Oyama Afuri Shrine Lower Shrine on New Year’s Day Access: From Odakyu Line Isehara Station, North Exit, Bus Stop No. 4 Take the ‘for Oyama Cable Car’ bus for about 30 minutes Get off at the final stop and walk 15 minutes along Koma Sando to the cable car station

This is the view from Yanshan Villa First sunrise and Mt. Fuji, Morgenroth's Mt. Tsubakuro I hope this year will be a wonderful one for you all

Happy New Year🎍 Thank you all for 🙇 ♀️ your continued support this year This is Nagashima Spa Land in Mie Prefecture. Held in New Year's Eve fireworks every year, and you can play until 3 a.m. only on New Year's Day. Be sure to 🤤 visit on New Year's Eve this year

Photographed on January 3, 25. It is a one-year cheap sea bream lottery of Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. New Year's Day is full of colors.

Photographed on January 3, 25. It is a one-year cheap sea bream lottery of Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine.