A railroad crossing Soba Onaka Station in Gujo City, Gifu Prefecture. Here you can see the unobstructed summer panorama that spreads all over the place. In the sky, the clouds are beginning to make their presence felt.

Photographed on August 9, 25. This is the Suzu Araragi wind chime of Tokyo Daijingu Shrine.

Photographed on July 9, 25. This is the Suzu Araragi wind chime of Tokyo Daijingu Shrine.

Speaking of summer drinks, "cider" This is a shop in Yoro Falls (Gifu Prefecture). Because it was the middle of summer, it was hot and sweat was streaming. That's when I discovered "Yoro Cider". Although I struggled to open the bottle, I was able to drink cold cider and enjoy the coolness. The key to this photo is the color. I shot it with a camera called Papershoot, and imagined and directed the nostalgic feeling of the time when this bottle-type juice was the norm. As a result, I was able to create a photo that looked like it was taken on film, and I was able to give it an emo look.

Speaking of summer flowers, "sunflower" I went to a sunflower field in Ogaki City, Gifu Prefecture, where sunflowers are in full bloom. There were many people of all ages, from babies to the elderly, and they were taking pictures while enjoying the sunflowers. I photographed the sunset and sunflowers with my favorite digital camera, Papershoot. The beauty of this camera is that it expresses light in a good Ume plum. The point of this photo is that in order to express the Scene and the dynamics of the sunflowers being gently illuminated by the setting sunflower, the camera was taken slightly below the height of the sunflower flowers and taken from a fanning angle.

Event Announcement 📣 The 78th Obihiro Plain Festival will be held from Thursday, August 14 to Friday, August 15, 2025 😊 The festival features a variety of events, including a drum festival, Bon Odori dances, a Tokachi Kouta singing contest, and street performances by buskers 🎶🎶 This year, marking the 80th anniversary since the end of the war, high school students will present a "Postwar 80th Anniversary Peace Concert." The concert blends poetry readings and other elements to express hopes for a peaceful, war-free world. 📍Yumefuri-ya Thursday, August 14, 7:00 PM–8:00 PM This festival aims to have young people give thanks for nature’s bounty and the achievements of their predecessors, pray for a bountiful harvest, foster love for their town and homeland, and inspire dreams and energy for tomorrow. Men’s and women’s portable shrines will parade through the streets, and performers will march while playing four-person taiko drums. The festival’s climax includes the offering of golden ears of grain and the throwing of dream breads. The soft glow of the mikoshi lights will color Obihiro’s night streets 😍😍 📍The 27th Obihiro Taiko Festival Friday, August 15, 3:20 PM–5:10 PM *Official start time is 3:20 PM* *In case of rain, the event will be held at Obihiro Civic Cultural Hall from 1:30 PM* Taiko teams from across Hokkaido will gather, filling the air with powerful drum sounds 😍😍 📍Obihiro Bon Odori Friday, August 15, 7:00 PM–8:45 PM *Canceled in case of rain* Dancers will perform to live music of "Hokkai Bon Uta." Watch for the creative costumes and choreography from each participating team 👘👘 Please check the flyer or the official website for other events. Make summer memories by visiting the Obihiro Plain Festival, one of Obihiro’s three major summer festivals 🤗 https://obikan.jp/page-7621/page-7623/...

I photographed a woman in a yukata strolling in a cool traditional charm in the shade of many hydrangeas and green trees. Surrounded by hydrangeas and green trees on the slopes, I captured a woman in a yukata with the bell tower in the background in the center of the photo, giving a sense of Japan. Shooting location: Nogo Temple, Famous for hydrangeas in Kumagaya City

I expressed the Traditional charm of a woman in a yukata taking a cool walk while looking at many hydrangeas. The bell tower and yukata in the background make you feel the Traditional charm of Japan. Location: A hydrangea Famous in Kumagaya City, Saitama prefecture Temple

Roro Kurofune, a confectionery about a 10-minute walk from Izukyu-Shimoda Station, has just won the top prize at the National Confectionery Expo °˖✧◝(⁰▿⁰)◜✧˖° The award-winning item is the Kaikoku Caramel Monaka. It’s a personal favorite of mine: homemade caramel densely packed with walnuts delivers an irresistible bite. I highly recommend it for anyone puzzling over souvenirs ✨ Although they are wagashi artisans, Roro Kurofune also creates sweets with a Western feel, and they offer seasonal limited items that make you want to keep coming back. Another must-try is the wasanbon pudding. Also fun is the Kuro-Mona, where you inject sweet bean paste into a crispy monaka shell yourself (the paste is added just before eating so it stays crunchy), and bite-sized cookies dusted with wasanbon sugar called "Koko Shimoda"... the recommendations never end 💦 The shop is lined with many other confections (≧▽≦) When you visit Shimoda, please stop by and discover your own Roro Kurofune sweets!

Summer Yosakoi Festival in Kochi. The two of them practiced hard together and reached the actual event. The best summer, and the best companions.

Photographed on August 9, 25. This is the Suzu Araragi wind chime of Tokyo Daijingu Shrine. I found a pink wind chime. 🎐

Photographed on August 9, 25. It is the boar's eye of the Tokyo Daijingu Shrine. It is said to bring amulets and good fortune.

Event Announcement📣 The All-Japan Mamachari Endurance Race will take place at Tokachi Speedway😊 About 100 teams from across the country will gather for this mamachari bicycle race, from serious athlete groups to friends joining for the memories🚴‍♀️🚴‍♀️🚴‍♀️🚴‍♀️🚴‍♀️ Teams will unite their spirits and keep riding mamachari for six hours in this endurance race!!🚴🚴🚴🚴🚴 Enjoy the competition and the extraordinary atmosphere as you aim for the finish, relieve everyday stress, and refresh your body and mind!!😍😍 Watch out for mamachari riders who will liven up the venue with cheerful performances!!🤗 Date and Time: Monday, August 11, 2025 Location: Tokachi Speedway https://www.sarabetsu.jp/sightseeing/event/mama_chari/...

2025.8.8 Cycling Guide Tour ~Fruit Sweets Plan~ Cycling 🚴 to the peach orchard the other day We also enjoyed peach picking & peach Oyster Ice! This year's peaches are some of the sweetest and juiciest they have been in years! It seems that they were very satisfied with the Oyster ice using peaches from Toyooka Village, which also made me happy. Sweets are served at the restaurant "Cafe & Dining en" in Toyooka Village. and children's space allows you to spend a relaxing time with your children. Details of the guided tour ↓ https://www.vill-nagano-toyooka-kanko.jp/tourism/guide-tour/cycling-guide-tour-02/5975/...

[It's time for Bon Dancing! ] 】 With the sound of drums Dance🏮 Kamiokoppe area on Thursday, August 14 At the Kamiokoppe Multipurpose Family Exchange Center. Nishiokoppe area on Friday, August 15 In front of the Nishiokoppe Life Improvement Center. When you come dressed up There may be something to be happy about. Stalls for fun 🍺 #Nishiokoppe Village #Hokkaido #Bon Dancing #Summer #Masquerade #Stalls

A mysterious, legendary pond lies tucked in the mountains, reached by a trekking course rich in nature. Sitting at about 1,100 meters above sea level, the pond is remarkably clear and the trail is designed so even beginner hikers can enjoy it. Fresh spring greenery and autumn foliage both shine here, offering a different face each season. The hiking path is well maintained, and viewpoints along the way offer sweeping views of the Echizen mountain range. https://www.minamiechizen.com/en/spot/19456/...

Imajō-juku is a post town that retains the atmosphere of the Edo period. Its stone-paved streets and rows of white-walled houses evoke history and offer a tranquil ambiance. It holds high cultural value and has been designated as an Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings. Hands-on tourism is plentiful, including soba noodle-making experiences and guided town walks. Nearby you will find a museum, cafés, and lodging in renovated traditional houses, where you can enjoy a graceful time steeped in history. Access A five-minute walk from Happy Line Fukui Imajō Station / a 10-minute drive from the Hokuriku Expressway Imajō IC https://www.minamiechizen.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/imajojuku-guidemap-en.pdf...

Photographed on August 9, 25. Prayer at Tokyo Daijingu Shrine. Unusually, there were no people, so I photographed the Main Shrine.

Event Announcement📣 'Yukata Night' will be held at Tokachigawa Onsen Yunosato Hall on Sunday, August 10th😊 This is a renewed version of the annual Tokachigawa Onsen Summer Festival🎵🎵 The main events are the Log-Sawing Race and the Yukata Contest!! The winner will receive a 20,000-yen accommodation voucher for Tokachigawa Onsen!! We have other fabulous prizes prepared as well, and we look forward to everyone joining us🤗 📍Entry for the Log-Sawing Race is 500 yen (a bath salt gift is provided as a participation prize) ※Limited to the first 18 men and 18 women 📍The Yukata Contest is free to enter!! There are couple and married-pair categories👘 There will also be a children’s festival corner, food trucks, and vendors so you can fully enjoy the summer festival😍😍 Wear a yukata to the festival and make the most of the summer celebration🎶🎶 Let's go to Tokachigawa Onsen Yunosato Hall!! https://www.tokachigawa.net/news/detail/230...

Wind chimes 🎐 taken at a shrine in Ume Plum I felt summer at a shrine that suddenly appeared in the city~

This is a view taken from the elevator of the Hotel on the afternoon of 8/8. The weather has been dull for the past few days, but it is ☀ a good feeling to see the clear sky again From the Hotel elevator, you can overlook the cityscape of Kushiro like this. Be sure to take in 💭 the scenery when you arrive, go out, or leave

Today, I took a walk around Tokyo. Prayer at Tokyo Daijingu Shrine.

Announcement 📢 of Shintoku Big Events "The 22nd New Soba Festival" will be held in! Sunday, September 28 From 10:00 to 14:00 Shintoku Town Health and Welfare Center "Nagomi" front Car parking lot Limited to 9000 meals Stalls of Soba noodles in the In the town and 8 shops including enthusiasts will open. Based on delicious Soba noodles with the flavor of "freshly picked", "freshly ground", "freshly beaten", and "freshly boiled", Burdock ten, eel, large Shrimp tempura, lily root ten, kashiwa ni maitake ten, and finally cheese! Each store will provide you with a way to make it even more delicious. Please enjoy 💁 ♀️ delicious Soba noodles in Shintoku Town on the day @tokachi_sahoro_resort_official @sobanoyakata @hara.soba #Soba no Minatoya #Soba no Hiroshi #Shintoku Soba Club #Shintoku Handmade Soba Love Club #Soba Shoten In addition, there is a doggie Soba tournament and a foot bath ♨️ experience. We look forward to seeing you there! #Hokkaido #Tokachi #Shintoku Town #Shintoku #Shintoku New Soba Festival #Shintoku New Soba Festival 2025 #Shintoku Soba #Soba Festival #Shintoku Tourism Association #Shintoku Station #Station front Complex facility #tuktuk ##hokkaido #hokkaidotrip #hokkaidotourism #tourism #tokachi #shintoku #welcomeshintoku #discovershintoku

This is Shimoda—what it’s like ☝️🌈 1. The spectacular view at Shirahama Ohama Beach “Dive into Shimoda’s endless blue sea 🌊💙#ShimodaParadise” 2. Surfing scenes “Catch a wave and feel the refreshing thrill of summer 🏄‍♂️☀️#SurfShimoda” 3. The streets of Perry Road “Stroll down charming Perry Road and take a journey through time 🌿#HistoricShimoda” 4. Kinmedai (splendid alfonsino) “Savor the fresh kinmedai raised by Shimoda’s sea 🍽️🔥#TasteShimoda” 5. Sunset at Shimoda Port “Get lost in the sunset sinking into Shimoda Port 🌅⚓#SunsetMagic” 6. Japan’s top hydrangeas and Shimoda Port “A Shimoda-only sight where the harbor meets blooming hydrangeas 🌸🌊#ShimodaFlowers” 7. Sightseeing boat Susquehanna “Relax on a cruise aboard the Susquehanna and feel the sea breeze 🚤#ShimodaCruise” 8. Kaisen-don (seafood bowl) “Treat your eyes and taste buds to Shimoda’s colorful kaisen-don 🥢🍣#FreshFromShimoda” 9. A geopark recognized worldwide “Slide down the sandy slopes at Toji Sand Skiing Field and start an adventure 🏖️🏂#AdventureShimoda” 10. Shimoda Taiko Festival “Feel the city’s heartbeat at this lively festival 🥁🎉#ShimodaFestival” Have the best time ever in Shimoda and enjoy it to the fullest!

The Super Summer Rock-Paper-Scissors Tournament, originally scheduled for August 10, has been postponed to August 13. Details are as follows. Date and time: Wednesday, August 13. Yasuda Beach opens at 10:30 a.m. Katsuyama Beach opens at 11:30 a.m. We have many prizes, so please join us.

Hello everyone! How are you spending the three-day weekend? This July in Reihoku Town was blessed not only with the Jatto Festival and the dragon boat (Pearlong) races, but also with events like the Sunset Marche 🥬 and the Beauty and Healing Yorimichi Marche 🌿✨ (Photo shows the Beauty and Healing Yorimichi Marche) The next Sunset Marche is scheduled for September 14th❗️ The Beauty and Healing Yorimichi Marche will appear in Oyano on August 23rd and at A-Coop Reihoku on August 28th🎉 For details, check @cross_link2025👀 The hot days continue, so please take care of your health 🥹 We will keep bringing you Reihoku Town’s tourism and event information through the second half of this year 😤 #reihoku #amakusa #kumamoto #Reihoku #Amakusa #Kumamoto #tourism #marche #event #beauty #day trip spots #Yorimichi Marche #Reihoku Sunset Marche

Hello to everyone watching Cool Japan videos, nice to meet you! We are the Shimanto City Tourism Association in Kochi Prefecture. Shimanto City lies in the southwest of Kochi Prefecture, bounded to the north by mountains around 1,100 meters high and to the south by the Pacific Ocean, making it a city rich in nature. The city was formed in 2005 by the merger of the former Nakamura City and Nishitosa Village, and its name comes from the Shimanto River that runs through the city. On this account, we will deliver the many charms of Shimanto City to you. We look forward to sharing them with you! ■How to access Shimanto City, Kochi Prefecture About a 2 hour 30 minute drive from Kochi Ryoma Airport About 1 hour by limited express from JR Kochi Station ■Basic information about Shimanto City, Kochi Prefecture The population is about 30,000 people (as of June 2025), making it the third most populous city in Kochi Prefecture. Forests cover about 91% of the city area, and the Shimanto River, which flows through the city, stretches 196 km without dams on its main stream. Known as “Japan’s last clear stream,” the city’s catchphrase is “a town that lives with the river.” ■History of Shimanto City, Kochi Prefecture The former Nakamura area of Shimanto City is called “Tosa’s Little Kyoto.” About 550 years ago, Ichijo Norifusa moved south following the Onin War and laid out streets in a grid pattern modeled on Kyoto, and that urban design remains today. The town’s blend of culture, history, and nature creates a picturesque setting perfect for strolling. ■Recommended sightseeing spots in Shimanto City, Kochi Prefecture Chinkabashi (low-water crossing bridges) ・There are nine chinkabashi on the main stream, including Sada Chinkabashi and Iwama Chinkabashi Activities ・Shimanto River sightseeing boats ・Canoeing and SUP (stand-up paddleboarding) ・Shimanto river barbecue ・Cycling History ・Ichijo Shrine ・Fuwa Hachimangu Shrine ・Shimanto City Local Museum ・Hanka Tenmangu Shrine ・Kurosongu Shrine Food ・Shio tataki (salt-seared fish) ・Biri katsuo (local skipjack tuna specialty) ・Bushukan chu-hai (citrus shochu highball) ・Ayu (sweetfish) ・Unagi (eel) ・River shrimp ・Gori (gori fish) ■Visit Shimanto City, where nature and culture live on Shimanto City, where vast nature and historical culture come together, is an ideal destination to refresh both body and mind. Come and seek the landscapes and experiences you can only find here. We will continue to share the attractions of Shimanto City, so please follow us!

🌊 The waters of Atami are always full of mystery and beauty. Beneath the surface of the water, there is another world that is disconnected from everyday life. 🪸 Brightly colored soft corals, 🐟 schools of fish, wrecks ⚓ that have spent many years quietly in the sea. All of them give you new discoveries and impressions every time you dive. ⚓ Atami Wreck Point is one of the most popular diving spots in Japan. The hull, which is about 80 meters long, lies on the seabed as if welcoming divers, and is home to countless creatures. From Spring to summer, the shadows of the fish become even darker, and 🐠 the feeling of moving through the school that swims around the hull is like being part of the sea. 🚉 Atami is only 90 minutes from Tokyo and has good Access, so it is a nice point that you can easily go on a day trip. 🤿 You will be accompanied by an experienced guide, so even if you are new to wreck diving, you can try it with confidence. The light shining into the interior of the wreck, the soft coral swaying, and the silence drifting on the seabed. All of this is a special experience that you will never get on land. 🍂 Diving shows a different look in each season, so you will never get tired of it no matter how many times you visit. Especially in autumn, the water temperature is high and the transparency is good, making it ideal for taking a closer look at the entire wreck. If you are thinking "I want to do a wreck dive someday", please take this opportunity to go to the waters of Atami. 🌊 Why don't you take a deep breath and step into the blue and quiet unknown? ---------------- 🌈 Hokule'a Shonan is a dive shop located in Hiratsuka, Kanagawa Prefecture! Under the theme of "Let's embark on a journey to an unseen world!", we help people discover the wonders and joys of Nature through diving. Held in more than 300 days of lectures and tours a year in Izu, Okinawa, overseas, etc.! The small number of students makes it safe even for beginners. We are also flexible in responding to a variety of requests. Let's ♪ 🤿✨ have fun together #WreckDiving #AtamiDiving #ScubaJapan #DiveIntoJapan #HokuleaShonan #PADIJapan #ScubaLife #UnderwaterJapan #ShipwreckDive #ExploreTheBlue #TokyoDayTrip

✨A Three-Day Holiday Packed with Events✨ The three-day holiday starts tomorrow 😁 Gokasecho is full of events 🎆 "Yaki Happy Fest" 🎤 Set in a hall styled after the Gokase Winery, this festival brings together delicious food, wine, and live music! Celebrating the connection between Osaka and Gokase, the excitement begins with a pre-festival night. Come enjoy a relaxed, joyful time amid Gokase’s rich nature and a refreshing breeze. Date and Time Pre-festival: Friday, August 8, 2025, 5:00 PM–9:00 PM Main festival: Saturday, August 9, 2025, 11:00 AM–5:00 PM Location Hall styled after Gokase Winery "Gokase Festival" 🎆 An annual celebration that colors the summer in Gokasecho! Held in the Gokase Town Hall parking area, the festival draws large crowds with food stalls, stage events, and more. The finale lights up the night sky with fireworks. Let’s enjoy a summer evening in Gokase together! Date and Time Sunday, August 10, 2025, 3:00 PM–8:00 PM (fireworks start at 8:00 PM) Location Visitor parking lot at Gokase Town Hall "Tenohira Gion Market" 👐 A heartwarming handmade market born from the idea that you can make a living doing what you love, even in the countryside. Set around Gion Shrine, more than 20 unique stalls will offer handmade goods and tasty food. This year, artists who regularly sell at Kyoto’s "Hyakumanben Handmade Market" will make a special appearance! Come to Gokase’s natural setting and find pieces that make your heart flutter. Note: The venue may change in case of rain. Date and Time Monday, August 11, 2025 (public holiday), 9:00 AM–3:00 PM (postponed to August 12 in case of rain) Location Gion Shrine (Kuraoka, Gokasecho)

【Breaking News】 Introducing the Held in Information of the "Kawanakajima Ancient Battlefield Festival" that will be Held in on Saturday, October 11, which ✨ was announced the other day. 1 Outline of Noh and Kyogen 【Held in period】Saturday, October 11, 2025 (rain or shine) * In case of stormy weather, 10/12 (Sun) 18:00~19:30 (stage Events canceled) 【Held in time】Fireworks 18:00~19:30 (Stage Events 15:00~) 【Held in Place】Kawanakajima Ancient Battlefield Historic Site Park 【Transportation Access】 "Route Bus" The latest flight from Kawanakajima Battlefield to Nagano Station Outbound departs at 19:08. There is no special bus service. * For the latest Information, please check with Alpico Transportation Co., Ltd. "Car Parking" ・ Old Oginoya ruins (Use fee 3,000 yen per unit) ・Minaminagano Sports Park No. 1 Car Parking Lot (Use fee 1,000 yen per car, Shuttle bus operation planned) * There are a limited number of cars. Please note that you will not be able to Use if the Car is full. * Cars are prohibited in all areas around the venue. 2 Kawanakajima Ancient Battlefield Festival Grand Fireworks Festival Paid Bleachers You can enjoy the Kawanakajima Ancient Battlefield fireworks in the best position! Chairs and tables are provided, so you can enjoy food and drinks and Appreciation at your leisure while watching the fireworks. "Paid bleachers" * Seats are limited. [Sales period] 8/1 (Friday) ~ 8/29 (Friday) 【How to apply】From the application form on the official website [Sales plan] "VIP seats" 22,000 yen ・Limited to 40 tables (front seats) * If there are many applicants, a lottery will be held. ・ 1 table + 3 chairs set (up to 3 people can be used) ・ With 1 special Car parking lot "General Bleachers" 8,800 yen ・Limited to 100 tables * If there are many applicants, a lottery will be held. ・ 1 table + 3 chairs set (up to 3 people can be used) *Please see the official website for details. #Fireworks Festival #Fireworks #Kawanakajima Ancient Battlefield Festival #Kawanakajima Ancient Battlefield #Nagano City #Nagano Prefecture #Nagano Tourism #Nagano Travel #nagano #naganocity