On the morning at Kaida Highlands, the morning light began to shine on the large tree in the center, revealing its presence. I posted 10 photos on 10/16 but forgot to write comments. Although the photos are duplicated, I appreciate your understanding.

As autumn is nearing its end, I was surprised to see that there is still greenery around Mitake Shizenko.

It seems that the peak season has passed at Mt. Adatara's valley, so I tried to capture the flow of water mixed with fallen leaves around the small waterfall.

The cabin in Nishi-Agatsuma surrounded by autumn leaves was striking. The foliage was also at its peak.

The slopes of the Azuma Mountain Range were beautifully adorned with clusters of trees, reflecting the late autumn atmosphere. I gathered the trees that had started to shed their leaves.

Nishi-Azuma and Tsubakurozawa, viewed from the road, were beginning to display beautiful colors.

On a late autumn morning at Kitayamazaki, as the sun began to rise, the morning mist started to flow.

The sun has begun to rise over Arakawa Plateau in Tono City. A piece of cloud has drifted in, adding an accent to the blue sky.

On a rainy morning, the mist began to flow over the dead trees at Ontake Shizenko.

The colorful autumn leaves of Erman's birch against the backdrop of the dead trees at Ontake Shizenko were impressive.

【Announcement of Lecture】 The Trees of Hokkaido and Our Lives Since ancient times, people have lived by discerning the right materials for the right places. Eiaki Nishikawa, who has written numerous books on trees and wood, and is also a researcher of chairs, shares the wisdom of those who have understood the properties of wood and utilized them appropriately. What does Nishikawa-san have to say about the trees of Hokkaido and our lives? Date: November 28, 2026 Time: 13:30-15:30 Admission: Free (No registration required, first 80 attendees) Venue: 2nd Floor, Kawayu Visitor Center Kawayu Visitor Center (TEL 015-483-4100) 2-2-6 Kawayu Onsen, Teshikaga, Kawakami District, Hokkaido October: 8:00-17:00, November: 9:00-16:00 / Closed on Wednesdays Organizer: Kussharo Caldera Nature Interaction Promotion Council

The peak of the autumn foliage has passed, and it's now the time when the leaves slowly begin to fall. This year's autumn colors in Teshikaga were beautiful and stunning🍁✨. Let me introduce the autumn of Teshikaga🍂 Although the peak has passed, you can still enjoy the beautiful fall colors, so please come to Teshikaga⛰️🚗✨ 📸📍Teshikagacho https://www.masyuko.or.jp/enjoy/mountain-climbing-teshikaga-2/...

Autumn of Abundance🍎 Since my siblings love fruits, we went apple picking for the first time🚗 They were all smiles and delighted as they took big bites out of the large, bright red apples🥰‼︎ I was so happy to capture the moment of them sharing one apple together♡♡

在日本，菊花象徵著秋天的到來。賞菊文化起源於平安時代宮廷的「重陽菊宴」，人們藉由菊花酒祈求長壽；到了江戶時代，賞菊走入尋常百姓家，也發展出豐富的栽培技法與菊展文化。 這趟香川秋之旅，走進丸龜城時正好趕上了菊花展。其中最令我駐足的，是日本經典的園藝技法「三本仕立て」。這是一株菊開三朵花的極致展現——三根主要花莖呈「前二後一」的三角陣型，每根花莖僅綻放一朵姿態完美的大花。 近距離欣賞，不難發現不論是花朵的高低分明、葉片的伸展角度，還是整體空間的平衡感，都經過精心的微調與呵護。看似俐落簡約，背後全是栽培者傾注的心血與精湛手藝。 以雄偉古樸的丸龜城為背景，漫步在盛開的菊花陣中，秋風拂過，不僅帶來屬於這個季節的雅緻，更讓人深刻體會到日本深厚且優雅的傳統園藝魅力。

Taken on October 18, 26. It's the second day of the Kawagoe Festival. This is LEC COFFEE's lemonade soda and napolitan bread.

The sunset sinking into the sea and the susuki swaying in the wind. A gentle autumn breeze carried the leisurely time unique to Izu Oshima Island.

The Kawagoe Festival has concluded.

Last week, I stopped by Doryu Falls in Hokuto City, Yamanashi Prefecture while visiting Nobeyama. It takes about 15 minutes to walk along a relatively flat path from the parking lot to get there. I soaked in a lot of negative ions.

Next to Kanzan Park, located on the border between Kiyose and Tokorozawa, there is a Cosmos field that is currently at its best viewing time. The weather was nice, making it a perfect day for a stroll.

It's the second day of the Kawagoe Festival. The Nasori float is about to depart.

The representative mountain of Tomakomai, Mt. Tarumae. It was formed by a moderate eruption in 1909, creating the lava dome that can be seen today. This lava dome is designated as a natural monument by Hokkaido and is considered globally valuable for academic research. As of October 18th, the volcanic alert level is at 1, allowing for climbing; however, for safety reasons, access to the lava dome is prohibited. Please enjoy the impressive aerial photos instead.

Photographed on October 17, 2026. On the first day of the Kawagoe Festival, I visited LEC COFFEE. I had a hot sandwich with egg, lettuce, and bacon, along with a dirty chai.

Taken on October 17, 2014. It was the first day of the Kawagoe Festival. The moment the floats turned was impressive.

It's the first night of the Kawagoe Festival. In Shintomi-cho 2-chome, the mirror lion float and in Suehirocho, the Takasago float are crossing each other.

This photo of the autumn leaves, Mount Fuji, and Lake Shojin was taken around 7 AM on November 14, 2025, in Fujikawaguchikomachi, Minamitsuru-gun, Yamanashi Prefecture. I arrived at Lake Shojin in the middle of the night and waited for sunrise to capture this moment. The vibrant red leaves and the sunlight made me feel excited, making me forget the morning chill.

The Kawagoe Festival has begun.

The stars were beautiful, so I took pictures of Orion at Shinjo Park in Tanabe City. By chance, a shooting star appeared next to Betelgeuse, one of the stars that make up Orion. The park at night is quiet and nice, unlike during the day.

It's the first day of the Kawagoe Festival. Preparations are underway in Minamitoorimachi.

Taken on October 14, 2026. This is a café latte from CAFE ANDON and a cinnamon crumble tart with marmalade.

In 2027, the travelogue "Five Pairs of Shoes," representing Amakusa literature, will celebrate its 120th anniversary since its publication. This symposium will examine and discuss the role of this precious literature left in the region, while tracing the achievements of editor Utarō Noda, who brought "Five Pairs of Shoes" back into the world. It will explore how to utilize this literature for education, local culture, and tourism. We will also hold an exhibition titled "Amakusa Literary Walk by Utarō Noda," showcasing valuable photographs and related materials taken by Utarō Noda. We sincerely look forward to your participation. 【Event Overview】 Date: Sunday, November 29, 2026, from 1:30 PM to 4:00 PM (Doors open at 1:00 PM) Venue: Shiki Community Center (Reihokumachi Town Hall) Address: 444-1 Shiki, Reihokumachi, Amakusa District, Kumamoto Prefecture Participation Fee: Free (Capacity: 200 people) Organizer: Reihokumachi and Reihokumachi Board of Education Co-organizer: Amakusa Reihoku Tourism Association Support: Noda Utarō Literary Museum, Kyushu Asahi Broadcasting Co., Ltd., KBC Mooov Planning: Dot Works 【Program Content】 Part 1: "Understanding Utarō Noda and His Achievements" - Exploring the connection with "Five Pairs of Shoes" and the meaning of "Literary Walk." Part 2: "Considering the Region Through Utarō Noda's Perspective" - Questioning how to utilize the literary treasures left in the region for society, education, and tourism. Speakers Takami Yamabe (Member of the Utarō Noda Commemorative Association) Masashi Nishikido (Director of Reihokumachi Education Board) Katsuhiro Noda (Chairman of Reihokumachi Neighborhood Association) Tadao Inoue (Secretary-General of the Amakusa Reihoku Tourism Association) Hideki Ohnita (Moderator / Regional Revitalization Entrepreneur in Reihokumachi) Concurrent Exhibition: "Amakusa Literary Walk by Utarō Noda" - An exhibition of valuable photographs and related materials taken by Utarō Noda. 【Application and Inquiries】 Contact Phone Number: 0969-31-1136 The pre-registration form for participation can be found in the "Notice" section of the Amakusa Reihoku Tourism Association website. *Although same-day participation is possible, space is limited, so pre-registration is recommended. *This symposium is being conducted with the support of the "Kumamoto Future Creation Startup Subsidy for the 8th year of the Reiwa era."