🎨 Tea service using contemporary artists' tea ware at Shin-an 🍵 📢 A tea gathering that used contemporary artists' tea ware from the 2025 Osaka-Kansai Expo has been held! 🎉 To let people enjoy the Expo experience within the city as well, a standing-style tea service using contemporary artists' tea ware is available for a limited time at Sakai City tea room Shin-an until Wednesday, May 28. ✨ Take this chance to enjoy a standing-style tea service using the tea ware that was used at the Expo♪

Carp streamers dancing in the Taisho River 2-11-2 Gakuen-cho, Settsu-shi, Osaka Municipal No. 24 Meeting Hall Carp streamers swimming leisurely over the Taisho River, which has become a tradition of Settsu City announcing the arrival of Spring. This year (2025), about 900 Carp streamers are coloring the blue sky. This Carp streamers is Implementation every year by the Citizens volunteer "Dream Opening Citizens Association". Carp streamers about 2 meters long are suspended on poles and ropes erected on both banks and flutter in unison in the Spring breeze is a sight to behold. It will swim over the Taisho River until Sunday, June 8th. (2025)

Taga Taisha 604 Taga, Taga-cho, Inugami-gun, Shiga Taga Taisha is related to Kobo Temple, and last year a "Ne Minamoto Shrine" was built at the entrance of Kobo Temple (to enshrine the spirit of Taga Taisha). According to the Kojiki, the God of worship of Taga Taisha is the parent god of life who gave birth to eight million gods, including Amaterasu, who first began the path of husband and wife in the age of the gods, and who gave birth to the land of Japan and then Amaterasu. Itogiri Mochi Original Ancestor Mojudo Honpo After leaving Taga Taisha, there is a thread-cut mochi in front of the gate.

Kyoto Gion Festival The festival is held for one month. The Gion Festival is a festival rituals at Yasaka Shrine, and the festival lasts for about one month, starting with the "Yoshi Shrine" on July 1 and ending with the "Epidemic Shrine Summer Eve Festival" on July 31.

Temple Matsuo 532 Matsuo, Maizuru City, Kyoto Prefecture Matsuo Temple, located in the middle of Mt. Aoba from the center of Maizuru City, Kyoto, is the 29th pilgrimage shrine of the 33 places in the West Country. Nature was good and I visited quietly.

Gorogatake Park Observation Tower 237 Kuretani, Maizuru City, Kyoto It is Located in on a small hill on the sea side of Maizuru City. Therefore, you can overlook Maizuru Bay, not only Maizuru City, but also the neighboring city Town/Village. In Maizuru City, there is also a base of the Ocean Self-Defense Force, so I could see aircraft carriers. There is a fee to climb the tower, but since it was a Weekdays, there were few people and I was able to spend a relaxing time. It is said that you can see the sea of clouds in the morning.

Navy-related harbor tour boat Maizuru Red Brick Park, Maizuru City, Kyoto Prefecture It is the Ocean Self-Defense Force, and of course there are cool ships parked in the sea. Children are delighted just by looking at them. I recommend it.

Maizuru Red Brick Park　　 1039-2 Kitasuki, Maizuru City, Kyoto The buildings in the Red Brick Park were constructed one after another in 1900 (Meiji 33) (1900) as a storage warehouse for munitions and other items for the Maizuru Town Guard, and were built one after another by 1921 (Taisho 10) (1921). It is also used as a Maizuru Red Brick Park and a shooting Spot for many movie shoots. The atmosphere is good, so it's no surprise that it's used for filming. North Suction Tunnel 740 Kitasuki, Maizuru City, Kyoto Prefecture Built in Meiji 37. The tunnel's gates and side walls are made of English stacking, in which the long and short sides of the bricks are stacked alternately. At that time, railroads were running, and they were used to transport Supplies for naval facilities. Currently, it is used as a Car and pedestrian road. Passing through the beautiful arched tunnels, you can get a taste of the nostalgic world of that time. The "Kitasuku Tunnel" is registered as a national registered tangible cultural property.

Takarazuka City, Hyogo In addition to being known as the "town of opera and Hot spring", there are There are many several shrines and temples with a long history in the city, such as Nakayama Temple, which prays for safe birth, and Kiyosumi Temple, which is Famous as the god of furnaces. In addition, there are many sightseeing and leisure spots such as Hanshin Racecourse and golf courses.

Osamu Tezuka Memorial Hall Hyogo, Takarazuka, Mukogawa-cho, 7-65 If you are a manga fan, I definitely recommend it. The nostalgic Astro Boy, Jungle Emperor, Firebird, etc. are on display in the Inside the Facility.

Iwashizu Shrine Hyogo, Takarazuka-shi, 伊孑志1丁目4-3 It is a shrine located in the moderately large Precincts, about 7~8 minutes on foot from Hankyu Reverse Segawa Station. Even the worship hall is cleansed and cleansed, and the Worshippers is welcomed comfortably. A blackjack ema was hung. Takarazuka City is where Osamu Tezuka spent his childhood until he was 24 years old.

NEW OPEN on May 23! A new general store is opening in Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture☕🌳 Its name is bonheur poche (bonheur poche). In French it means "pocket of happiness." The owner, Mr. Motoyoshi, is from Osaka and has worked mainly as an interior coordinator, contributing to the creation of over 1,000 homes. Driven by a long-held wish to run a café, Mr. Motoyoshi opened Satoyama Cafe An in October 2024. Families, café lovers, and visitors from afar keep returning to Satoyama Cafe An. The café, renovated from a 100-year-old traditional house, feels stylish and refined while holding a hint of nostalgia. He places particular care on creating a comfortable atmosphere. He sources everyday goods that blend into daily life and add a little richness to living. Bonheur poche will also host workshops in the future. Both Satoyama Cafe An and bonheur poche will continue to develop as places that visitors can enjoy. For details, see the Editorial Report on the Shobara Tourist Navi site, Shobara Tourist Navi. Basic information for bonheur poche Opening date: Friday, May 23, 2025 Address: 89 Kamihara-cho, Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture Hours: 11:00–17:00 Closed: Monday and Tuesday; Sundays irregularly closed Parking: Available (shared with Satoyama Cafe An) Contact: 0824-74-6994 (shared with Satoyama Cafe An)

Shrine Paddy field 〒669-1355 Hyogo Prefecture Mita Nagasaka 291-2 TEL 079-560-0382 Closed on Mondays

The northbound cars of National Route 176 running near Minami-Yashiro Station on the JR Fukuchiyama Line in Tamba Sasayama City, Hyogo Prefecture. Dolls installed along the National Route in Tamba Sasayama City, Hyogo Prefecture have become a hot topic. Created by an art installations company, it consists of cans stacked on top of each other, with a doll dressed as a police officer in uniform sitting behind it, and even a car painted to look like a police car.

Wind chime Temple 149 Kawakami, Ujitawara-cho, Tsurugi-gun, Kyoto A Buddhist temple of Koyasan Shingon Buddhism in the Tea town of Ujitawara. The 160 ceiling paintings on the theme of flowers in the guest hall and the scenery of Japan are stunning, From the heart-shaped window called the Inome window, you can enjoy the scenery of the Four Seasons

Aomori Kinsei Inari Shrine

"A small prayer, a sparkling stream" Aomori Kinsei Inari Shrine. The sound of the water streaming quietly and the foxes wishing for good luck soothe my heart.

I like Daruma ❤️

《Dancing in the Spring Breeze, Wishing Dharma》 Under the cherry blossoms, there was a row of small darumas. As if entrusting a wish that has not yet been fulfilled to the Spring breeze.

Winter in Jozankei, Hokkaido

"Prayer of the North Country, Illuminated in Silence" Winter in Jozankei, Hokkaido. The countless lights floating in the snow make you feel the warmth of people even in the cold. The small light that illuminated my feet gently warmed my heart.

More and more people are visiting Nagano City to see the movie that is currently being opened to the public! You can also visit the movie version of the pilgrimage to the Holy Land (around Nagano Downtown) and the original pilgrimage to the Holy Land (around Kawanakajima) ✨

It is a piece that expresses Tokyo Station, the window in Japan, as if it were an overseas station. When I don't have anything to shoot, I often head to Tokyo Station to take pictures. The person in the middle looked like the hero of the stage in the Spot. Yesterday, I stopped by after going to the Tokyo International Forum and took a picture

"Introduction of cherry blossom Spots in Hokuryu In the town vol. FINAL」 Hello, this is 🌻 the Hokuryu Town Himawari Tourism Association This is the last time we have been delivering cherry blossom scenery since early May Finally, I will introduce the Spot omnibus that I have introduced so far. Enjoy the beautiful Northern Dragon cherry blossoms you meet at each spot again! I hope 🙏 that the beautiful cherry blossoms will bloom again next year Thank you for 🌸 sticking with us until the end

I live in Sumida Ward, and I usually go back and forth between Sumida Ward and Koto Ward by Car. This bridge is just Located in on its borders. I have taken many photos of the Sky Tree in the past, but this was the first time I had encountered such a fantastic sunset. When I looked up at the sky that evening, the whole area was dyed orange, and the Sky Tree seemed to be enveloped in soft light. At that moment, my heart was racing, and I involuntarily stopped the car and released the shutter. It was a happy moment when I was able to record a chance encounter.

I miss my daily life

"Shiroi Road, Green Line" 　Where did you come from and where are you going? 　As I followed the green line with my eyes, I began to travel to my heart. 　

On Saturday, May 24th and Sunday, May 25th, the "Matsuyama Hanazono Tobe Yaki Festival" will be Held in on Hanazonocho Street. Stalls of about 50 popular kilns of Tobe ware Implementation a tent market. Many whetstone ware such as plates, tea bowls, coffee cups and accessories will be sold! Implementation of the Tobe pottery painting experience is also held during the period. Why don't you try painting with your family and friends and create an Original work that is unique in the world? In addition, at the cooperating stores in the Hanazonocho-dori shopping street, Tobe-yaki plates and accessories are used, and delicious dishes and the atmosphere of the store are colored with Tobe-yaki. Please 🤗 take a walk and enjoy the collaboration between Hanazonocho Street and Tobe ware 【Matsuyama Hanazono Tobe Yaki Festival】 Date & Time: May 24 (Sat) 10:00~17:00 　　　May 25 (Sun) 10:00~16:00 　　　*Held rain or shine Location: Matsuyama City Hanazonocho Street Shopping Street Contents: Tent City / Hanazonocho Street Shopping Street Collaboration Workshop (Tobe Ware Painting Experience) #Matsuyama Hanazono Tobe Yaki Festival #Tobe Yaki Festival #Hanazonocho Street Hanazonocho Street Shopping Street #Tobe ware #Whetstone ware painting experience #EHIME #MATSUYAMA #TOBE #HANAZONO #Matsuyama Tourism #Nice Matsuyama #Matsuyama Tourism Convention Association

Canada Pavilion The concept is "Regeneration" The exterior of the pavilion is said to express the Nature phenomenon "Water freezing" seen in Canada = the formation of ice created by the melting and stream of ice on the river surface. (You can see it well if you climb the large roof ring and look at it from above.) The Canada Pavilion will lend you a tablet device when you enter the museum. Art installations are lined up in the exhibition room, and when you point your tablet camera at them, AR (augmented reality) displays Canada's diversity, creativity, rich nature, and future on the screen. I enjoyed 👀 it more than just looking at the exhibits #Osaka Expo #Osaka-Kansai Expo #EXPO2025 #canada #Canada Pavilion #Canada Pavilion #osaka #Osaka