Event Announcement📣 On Sunday, October 4th, we will hold the "Michi-no-Eki Fair 2026" in Nakasatsunaimura😊 This event is held at "Roadside Station Nakasatsunai" on the first Sunday of October to express our gratitude to those who use the roadside station✨✨ At the venue, we have a variety of family-friendly activities including pony cart rides, wood learning experiences, an insect exhibition, handprint art, an exciting street performance show, kids' dance, and a quiz about the Hidaka Mountain Range🎵 Additionally, a local delicious food market featuring autumn flavors and food trucks will gather together‼ Moreover, there will be fun events like "unlimited vegetable packing" and a "lottery draw," as well as a rock-paper-scissors tournament with Nakasatsunaimura's character "Pitan"😍 At the same time, we will also hold a Michi-no-Eki Fair SNS campaign. Follow Nakasatsunai Village Tourism Association X (@nakasatsunaikan) to enter the campaign! For more details, please check the application post that will be announced on Sunday, October 4th at 10:00 AM. Let's enjoy the autumn harvest by eating and playing a lot at Roadside Station Nakasatsunai🤗 🔶Date and Time: Sunday, October 4th, 2026, 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM *Will be held even in light rain 🔶Venue: Special venue on the north side of Roadside Station Nakasatsunai 🔶Contact: Nakasatsunai Village Tourism Association TEL: 0155-68-3390 https://kankou-nakasatsunai.com/event-list/page-1313/...

We have released new dates for the regional experience project "AWAKE from KAWAYU," which has been trialed this year at Kawayu Onsen in Teshikagacho, Hokkaido. We will also add new initiatives that the community members are working on, so please take a look.

Introducing recommended autumn foliage spots for 2026🍁 〈Don't forget to tap the "save mark" if you want to revisit later!〉 1. Kagami Pond (Togakushi) 【Best Viewing Period】Mid-October to Late October 【Entrance Fee】Free 【Parking】50 cars *Traffic regulations may be enforced during the autumn foliage season. *For details, please check the Togakushi Tourism Association website. 2. Kiyomizudera (Wakaho) 【Best Viewing Period】Early November to Late November 【Entrance Fee】Free for the precinct 【Parking】30 cars Many maple trees are planted along the approach, creating a vibrant display of colorful foliage. 3. Zenkoji Temple East Garden 【Best Viewing Period】Late October to Mid-November 【Entrance Fee】Free for the East Garden 【Parking】Paid parking available around Zenkoji Temple 4. Okususobana Nature Garden (Kinasa) 【Best Viewing Period】Late October to Early November 【Entrance Fee】200 yen for middle school students and older 【Parking】Available (300 cars, 25 large buses) Walking paths are also well-maintained. <Example Walking Course> ●Tourist Center ~ Rest House ~ Benten Island ~ Kichi Pond ~ Komihira Wetlands / About 2 hours *For details, please visit the Kinasa Tourism Promotion Association website. 5. Obo Pass (Kinasa) 【Best Viewing Period】Mid-October to Mid-November 【Entrance Fee】Free 【Parking】About 5 cars You can enjoy views of the Northern Alps and the legendary foliage of Ichiya Mountain, said to have been created by demons in a single night, along with the natural beauty of the hidden gem, Kinasa. 6. Lake Iizuna (Iizuna Highlands) 【Best Viewing Period】Mid-October to Early November 【Entrance Fee】Free You can enjoy the reflection of the autumn foliage of Mt. Iizuna on the water's surface. 7. Kumeji Gorge (Shinshu Shinmachi) 【Best Viewing Period】Late October to Early November 【Entrance Fee】Free 【Parking】About 5 cars The beautiful red colors of the foliage reflect on the water's surface, creating a picturesque scene. 8. Jozan Yamadera Historic Residence (Matsushiro) 【Best Viewing Period】Late October to Mid-November 【Entrance Fee】Free 【Parking】Zozan East Parking Lot (5-minute walk to Jozan Yamadera) 7 passenger cars and 7 large buses The foliage visible through the round window is very beautiful. The Nagano Tourism Convention Bureau website summarizes the autumn foliage conditions in Nagano City.

🍁Teshikaga's Autumn Foliage🍁 This year's peak foliage period is expected to be around late September to mid-October, but currently, I think the foliage progress is about 20-30% (just a feeling). It may take a little more time to reach the best viewing. It's the most comfortable time of the year, with relatively stable weather, making it perfect for activities, so please come and enjoy a wonderful autumn in Teshikaga! 📸🍁🛶✨🐾

Hello! 😃 Welcome to the Yamanashi Wine Kingdom main building. 🍷 It's been a while since the Shosenkyo Gorge has been graced with such a pleasant blue sky. ☀️🌿 The abundant Senga Falls is truly impressive! The waterfall cascades vigorously, and the sparkling clear water is incredibly beautiful. 💧✨ The air is refreshing, making it a great time for a stroll in the upcoming season. 🚶🍃 The season is finally turning to autumn. 🍂 Autumn is a time when we can enjoy many delicious treats. 😋 It’s the perfect season to pair seasonal flavors with seasonal drinks. 🍶🍷 In Yamanashi, it's undoubtedly the season for new wine. 🍇✨ The "Nouveau" made from this year's harvested grapes has already begun, starting with Delaware grapes. 🍷 Additionally, the white Koshu and red Muscat Bailey A are released every year on November 3 as "Yamanashi Nouveau." 🎉 Enjoy the autumn scenery of Shosenkyo while savoring seasonal wines. ☺️🍷 See you at Shosenkyo! 👋✨

Photographed on September 30, 2014. I relaxed at the Starbucks Kanetsuki-dōri Store. I had a pumpkin spice latte and two types of custard apple pie made with apples from Aomori Prefecture.

Taken on September 30, 2014. This is the Hanatemari at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine Office.

We have started accepting applications for the experiential program "AWAKE from KAWAYU" on Saturday, October 10th. This program, centered around the Kawayu Onsen district, is a community development initiative that focuses on the keywords of nature, hot springs, culture, and the lives of local residents. We are looking for monitor participants exclusively for October 10th (Saturday). A Kawayu Marche will also be held on that day, so please come and join us. 🔗Check the details from the Instagram stories link✔️🌱 #Kawayu Onsen #Hokkaido #autumn leaves #maple leaves #Kawayu Onsen

【Sunset Norokko Departure!】 The "Sunset Norokko Train" is currently in operation. Yesterday, we bid farewell to our passengers at Kushiro Station along with the sunset PR character "Yuhippi"! The view of the Kushiro Shitsugen at dusk from the train window is a special sight unique to this season. I wonder if our passengers were able to see the wonderful sunset in Kushiro? The current Norokko train, which has been in service for many years, will end its operation this year. There are only a few rides left this season! Kushiro Shitsugen Norokko Train Special Website https://www.jrhokkaido.co.jp/travel/kushironorokko/yuuhi_norokko.html...

Event Announcement📣 On October 4th (Sunday), a major event celebrating the autumn of Otofuke Town, "Local Produce SHOW & Food Education Minori-mu Festa Otofuke 2026," will be held 😊 This year, it will take place at two venues, featuring sales of delicious local food and agricultural products, and experience corners filled with activities for both children and adults 🎵 There will be a variety of performances, including a town PR by high school students from Otofuke's sister town, Karumai Town in Iwate Prefecture, a music live show by the Otofuke regional revitalization cooperation team, rhythmic gymnastics, a rock-paper-scissors tournament with chances to win "Otofuke Suzuran Wagyu," and a photo session with local mascots‼ Additionally, you can enjoy limited menu items and BBQ featuring Wagyu in preparation for the "National Wagyu Ability Competition Hokkaido Tournament" to be held in Otofuke and Obihiro City next August 😍 Other activities include making American dogs, crafting wool mascots, a traditional festival, and a bouncy dome, ensuring plenty of fun for children. The event will be filled with local gourmet food and agricultural product sales, making it a day full of enjoyment ✨✨ Moreover, there will be a fun lottery where you can win local specialties and Tokachi River hot spring accommodation vouchers 🎵 When you shop at "Roadside Station Otofuke," "Ryugyoku Sweetpea Garden," "Food and Merchandise Corner," or "Experience Corner (paid)," you will receive one lottery ticket for every 1,000 yen spent (one entry per draw)! *Note: Lottery tickets will be distributed until they run out. Please come and experience the charm of Otofuke Town at this event 🤗 [Important Notice] *We kindly ask that you refrain from bringing pets into the venue. 🔶Date and Time: October 4, 2026 (Sunday) 10:00 AM - 2:30 PM 🔶Venue: Roadside Station Otofuke "Natsuzora no Furusato" / Former Hokuren Tokachi District Livestock Market *A free shuttle bus will operate at the venue. *Those using the free shuttle bus will receive one fun lottery ticket and a pocket tissue as a gift. 🔶Contact: Minori-mu Festa Executive Committee (Otofuke Town Hall, Commerce and Tourism Division, Industrial Promotion Section) TEL: 0155-42-2111 https://www.town.otofuke.hokkaido.jp/kanko/oshirase/2025minoriimu.html...

【October 1st (Thursday)】Notice of Temporary Suspension of Bathing at Kotan-no-Yu Kotan-no-Yu will be unavailable on the following dates due to facility maintenance. ■Suspension Dates October 1st, 2026 (Thursday) ■Affected Facility Kotan-no-Yu We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause to those planning to use the facility, and we appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

The main event of Lake Akan Onsen in October!! Introducing the 77th Marimo Festival🟢 This traditional event is held every year from October 8th to 10th in Akan Town, Kushiro City, Hokkaido, to protect the marimo, a special natural monument of the nation, and to express gratitude to nature! For detailed timings of the Marimo Festival, please check https://ja.kushiro-lakeakan.com/things_to_do/2591/... 👆✅ Additionally, for more information about the concurrently held AKAN AINU ARTWEEK, please check https://akan-ainu-artweek.jp/#about... 👆✅ #Lake Akan #Lake Akan Onsen #Marimo #Marimo Festival #Ainu Culture #AKAN AINU ARTWEEK

Taken on September 28, 2026. This is matcha tiramisu and banana espresso latte from LEC COFFEE.

From Thursday, October 1, 2026, to Monday, November 30, 2026, we are holding the "Kai-ko Fes 2026" digital stamp rally campaign. By visiting tourist spots and facilities around the Mikata Five Lakes and collecting digital stamps, you can enter a lottery to win accommodation vouchers and local products from Mihama Town and Wakasa Town! The stamp rally pamphlet is available at the tourist spots and facilities where the digital stamps are located. "Kai-ko Fes 2026" Digital Stamp Rally Campaign https://stamprally.digital/wakasa-mikatagoko... ■Campaign Period: From Thursday, October 1, 2026, to Monday, November 30, 2026. ■Prizes 5 pairs of accommodation vouchers worth 20,000 yen for Wakasa and Mihama will be drawn! (You can apply with 5 points.) 10 accommodation vouchers worth 10,000 yen for Wakasa and Mihama will be drawn! (You can apply with 5 points.) 50 shopping vouchers worth 2,000 yen for Wakasa and Mihama will be drawn! (You can apply with 3 points.) 50 sets of local products worth 3,000 yen for Wakasa and Mihama will be drawn! (You can apply with 3 points.) ■Contact: Mikata Goko Regional Tourism Council (Wakasa Town Tourism Development Section) TEL 0770-32-45-9111.

Recently, I visited Mikuni Pass. Mikuni Pass is the highest pass on the national highway in Hokkaido, located at the boundary between Kamishihoro Town in Kawato-gun, Tokachi, and Kamikawa-cho in the Kamikawa General Subprefectural Bureau. Standing at the high-altitude observation deck, you can enjoy the lush greenery of summer and the beautiful autumn foliage.

Autumn has arrived at Azumino Winery. Vineyards spread at the foot of the Northern Alps. This is the season when the bountiful grapes are beautifully ripening!♪ The blessings of this rich land will turn into delicious wine🍷.😄 In the on-site shop, you can enjoy shopping and wine tasting (both paid and free).

Alps Azumino National Government Park, Horigane and Hotaka area is currently at its best for the yellow cosmos. There are 800,000 cosmos flowers blooming in the terraced rice fields. It seems like a great time to enjoy during the holidays, but I'm worried about the impact of the typhoon…😟

The Yabusame ceremony of Kamogawa City will be broadcasted on 'Japanese Festivals' 👍 Continuing to Live Together with the Home that Connects Yabusame – The Annual Festival of Kippo Hachiman Shrine Yabusame Ceremony – Saturday, November 7th at 7 PM on Chiba TV This ceremony is held at Kippo Hachiman Shrine, which is said to have a history of about 800 years dating back to the Kamakura period. It has been passed down as a prayer to protect and nurture the bountiful rice farming of Nagasa. ✨Don't miss it!

This morning, it was pleasantly sunny in Azumino. The ridge of the Northern Alps was beautifully visible. When I hurried to the summit of Mount Nagamine, clouds had already rolled in…😅 The best viewpoint in Azumino.

In the Shimizu District of Azumino, one of the few remaining terraced rice fields can be found. The rice harvesting season has arrived. It seems that the prolonged rain this month has delayed the harvest.

On Sunday, September 20th, we held the 50th Hakurin Park Festival! Despite the unfortunate weather, many people attended. Thank you to everyone who came to the venue!

Photographed on September 28, 2014. This is the matcha tiramisu from LEC COFFEE.

Captured on September 28, 26. This is the Neapolitan pasta from LEC COFFEE. 🍝 It comes with a homemade ham salad and butternut squash potage.

Event Announcement📣 On Saturday, October 3rd, the 8th Tokachi Shimizu Garlic and Meat Festival will be held! 😊 This event is all about enjoying the local specialties of Shimizu Town: garlic and meat! 🎵 At the venue, you can savor garlic dishes such as deep-fried garlic, garlic zangy, long yam garlic rice cakes, and sweets made with black garlic, along with local gourmet delights like Tokachi Wakaushi and Gyū Toro Don. 😍 Additionally, we will have the "Milk Consumption Expansion Project" and "Sugar Consumption Expansion Project" where everyone can drink and eat together! ✨✨ Moreover, there will be plenty of attractions for children!‼ You can enjoy a ride on a fire truck and a police car, experience riding the Type 96 wheeled armored vehicle from the Self-Defense Forces, try on firefighter and Self-Defense Forces uniforms for free, and enjoy a bouncy slide, making it a fun day for the whole family! 🎵🎵 Currently, we are selling set tickets for the Tokachi Wakaushi BBQ (350g) with Tokachi Shimizu garlic ajillo. Advance tickets: 1,800 yen, Day-of tickets: 2,000 yen (includes chopsticks, plates, and sauce) Many luxurious prizes will be drawn from among ticket purchasers! Since it’s on a Saturday, let’s enjoy the exquisite garlic and meat gourmet without worrying about the next day! 🤗 🔶Advance Ticket Outlets ・Shimizu Town Hall (Agriculture and Forestry Division, Mikage Branch) ・JA Tokachi Shimizu (Head Office Planning Office, Mikage Branch) ・Shimizu Town Chamber of Commerce ・Ticket Pia 🔶Contact Information ・Shimizu Town Hall Agriculture and Forestry Division TEL: 0156-62-2112 ・JA Tokachi Shimizu Planning Office TEL: 0156-62-2167 https://www.town.shimizu.hokkaido.jp/section/07/details/post_87.html...

I took this photo at Kinchakuda Manjushage Park in Hidaka City, Saitama Prefecture. I visited to see the fields of Manjushage in full bloom. The shoot took place in the rain, creating a serene and rich autumn landscape with the red flowers, the wet ground, and the dark background of the trees, quite different from a sunny day. Not only did I capture the fully bloomed Manjushage, but I also intentionally included the fallen trees at my feet and the rain-soaked ground, encapsulating the quiet atmosphere I felt while standing there. I hope you can appreciate not just the splendor of the Manjushage, which represents autumn in Japan, but also its other, more subtle aspects.

I took pictures of the beautiful autumn foliage in the mountains at Hadano Togawa Park in Kanagawa Prefecture.

The 52nd Kamagaya Citizen's Cultural Festival The 52nd Kamagaya Citizen's Cultural Festival will be held as a platform for citizens to showcase their cultural and artistic activities. With exhibition, presentation, and participation categories, the venue will be filled with the charm and passion of the community. We sincerely look forward to your visit. 【Date】From Saturday, October 3, 2023 to Sunday, November 8, 2023 【Venue】Kirari Kamagaya Civic Center and Kirari Hall, among others *Please note that the date and venue may vary depending on the content; for details, please refer to the Kamagaya City website https://www.city.kamagaya.chiba.jp/kanko-bunka-sports/bunka/shiminbunkasai/index.html... Kamagaya City Website > Citizen's Cultural Festival #Chiba Prefecture #Kamagaya City #Japanese Culture #Tradition #Music #Dance #Arts 【Cultural and Sports Division】

The 52nd Kamagaya Citizen Festival is here! We are excited to host the 52nd "Kamagaya Citizen Festival"! Seven mounted warriors from the Sōma region of Fukushima Prefecture will be joining us!🐎 Additionally, Yosakoi dance, hula dance, and wadaiko (Japanese drums) will liven up the festival!✨ There will be many stalls at the free bazaar too! We invite you to come and join us!♪ 【Date】Saturday, October 10th, from 10 AM to 5 PM 【Venue】Around Kamagaya City Hall 【Access】7-minute walk from Shin-Kamagaya Station http://kamagayasiminmatsuri.com// Kamagaya Citizen Festival official website #Chiba Prefecture #Kamagaya City #Event #Citizen Festival #Sōma Nomaoi #Mounted Warriors #Yosakoi #Hula Dance #Wadaiko #Stage Events 【Citizen Activities Promotion Division】

The 7th Sauna Expo 2026 in Bungo-Ono ❚ Held on October 17th and 18th, 2026 The 7th Sauna Expo 2026 in Bungo-Ono will take place at Lodge Kiyokawa in Kiyokawamachi, Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture. The venue will feature around 20 tent saunas, making it a two-day event where sauna enthusiasts gather from all over the country. In addition to saunas, there will be food stalls and music events, allowing for a relaxed experience throughout the day. On the day of the event, programs such as VIP Aufguss, stage performances, food markets, and group whisking will be held. Tickets will be available in various types, including one-day tickets, two-day passes, the Ichiban Sauna ticket that allows entry one hour before opening, and VIP one-day tickets with reserved time. As no additional tickets will be released, please check early if you are interested. A pre-festival without saunas will also be held on Friday, October 16th, featuring cuisine and live performances from Cafe Paramu. For sauna lovers, these two autumn days are not to be missed! 【Date】 October 17th (Saturday) and 18th (Sunday), 2026 *The pre-festival is on October 16th (Friday) 【Location】 Lodge Kiyokawa (158 Udaeda, Kiyokawamachi, Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture) 【Schedule】 8:00 AM Doors Open 9:00 AM Ichiban Sauna Starts (Ichiban Sauna ticket required) 10:00 AM VIP and General Saunas Start, All Programs Begin 5:00 PM End *For pre-festival timings, please inquire 【Fees】 One-day ticket: 7,500 yen Two-day pass: 13,500 yen Ichiban Sauna ticket (1 day): 8,500 yen VIP ticket (1 day): 16,000 yen Pre-festival ticket: 6,000 yen (no sauna) *Free for high school students and younger when accompanied by a guardian 【Access】 About 50 minutes by car from Oita Mera IC 【Parking】 Available (free) *Free shuttle service between the parking lot and venue ■■Access from Fukuoka Prefecture and Kumamoto Prefecture to the center of 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 and 20 minutes by car from JR Beppu Station, Oita Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by car from JR Yufuin Station, Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Introducing tourist attractions and recommended spots in Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■