クールジャパンビデオをご覧の皆様こんにちは！ 北海道・オホーツク滝上町観光協会です。 今回のクールジャパンビデオでの初めての投稿では、北海道滝上町の観光情報を余すことなくお届けします。 日本最大級の芝ざくら滝上公園、大小の名瀑が連なる錦仙峡、そして国産和ハッカ生産量の日本一を担う和ハッカの産地。 読み終えるころには「ぜひ滝上に行ってみたい！」と感じていただけるはずです。どうぞ最後までお楽しみください！ ■北海道滝上町とはどんな町？ 北海道滝上町の観光の魅力を語るうえで欠かせないのが、「香りの里」という愛称です。 芝ざくらの甘い花の香り、国内生産量のほとんどを誇る和ハッカのスッキリとした清涼感、そして主要産業である林業の木の香りが、季節ごとに町全体をやさしく包み込みます。 滝上町の観光スポットはどれも自然と人の営みが深く交わる場所ばかりで、五感で旅を楽しみたい方にぴったりの目的地です。 ■北海道滝上町へのアクセスは？ 道央自動車道・旭川紋別自動車道が滝上町内まで延び、旭川市と紋別市のちょうど中間に位置するため、札幌から3時間30分の高速都市間バスの運行もあり、日帰りも可能です。 北海道外からお越しのお客様は、車で約50分のオホーツク紋別空港や2~3時間圏内の旭川空港・女満別空港等のご利用も便利です。 町内にJRの駅はありませんが、札幌・旭川からは高速都市間バスも運行しています。旭川・オホーツク観光の中継地点として、ぜひお立ち寄りください。 ■北海道滝上町の基本情報 滝上町は北海道の北部に位置し、2026年3月末時点の総人口は約2,128人。 東以外の三方を山に囲まれた地形で、天塩岳（1,558m）や北見富士（1,306m）がそびえ、清流・渚滑川が町を縦断します。 北海道のなかでも特に大自然を全身で感じられるエリアとして、ドライブ旅行や自然観光を楽しむ旅行者からあらためて注目を集めています。 ■北海道滝上町でおすすめの観光スポットは？ 【芝ざくら滝上公園】日本最大級のピンクの絨毯 滝上町のシンボルといえば芝ざくら滝上公園です。市街地の小高い丘に広がる約10万平方メートル（東京ドーム約2.14個分）の芝ざくらが、5月上旬〜5月末にかけてピンクと紫の絨毯となって訪れる人々を魅了します。 かつてみかん箱一杯の苗から始まった芝ざくらは、60年以上かけて日本最大級の大群落へと成長しました。 晴れた日には大雪山系や北見山地を遠望しながら甘い香りの中を散策できます。入園料は大人500円（芝ざくら開花期間中）です。 【錦仙峡】名瀑と清流が織りなす渓谷美 洛陽の滝・蛟竜の滝・夫婦の滝など多彩な名瀑が点在する約4.2kmの渓谷美は圧巻のひとこと。 錦仙峡の遊歩道はウッドチップ舗装で足にやさしく、春〜秋には貴重な山野草やたくさんの野鳥を観察しながら森林浴が楽しめます。 特に錦仙峡の紅葉シーズン（10月上旬〜下旬）は、豪快な名瀑と燃えるような紅葉の競演が楽しめ、ガイドと一緒に歩くウォーキングイベントも大人気です。 【ハーブガーデン】五感で楽しむ「香りの里」 「香りの里」たきのうえを象徴するスポットがハーブガーデン（香りの里ハーブガーデン）です。 6月〜9月にかけて約300種類のハーブが咲き誇る4haの広大なガーデンでは、見て・聞いて・触って・香って・味わう五感体験が楽しめます。 丘の上のフレグランスハウスでは、園内で撮れたハーブを使った軽食や体験なども楽しめます。 国内有数の和ハッカ産地ならではの爽やかな香りを全身で感じられる、夏の滝上町観光に欠かせないスポットです。 【浮島湿原】秘境に広がる高層湿原 自然好きの方にぜひ訪れていただきたいのが浮島湿原です。 海抜850mの高層湿原に大小さまざまな沼が点在し、湿原草の根が作り出した「浮島」が希少な景観を生み出しています。 エゾイソツツジ・チングルマ・モウセンゴケなど多種多様な高山植物が自生し、エゾサンショウウオや野鳥も多く飛来します。 往復約2.5時間のハイキングで北海道の原始の自然を満喫できる、大自然と静寂だけがある特別な秘境スポットです。地元ガイドとともに散策するネイチャーガイドも好評です。 【陽殖園】北の造園遺産に登録されたガーデン。 たった一人で大地に絵を描くように創り上げた独創的な庭園です。4月末から10月にかけて植物が生き生きと息づく中で、四季折々に表情を変える唯一無二の景観が広がります。 ■北海道滝上町のグルメ・特産品は何がおすすめ？ 【和ハッカ（国産和ハッカ油）】 国内和ハッカ生産量のほとんどを担う滝上町が誇る特産品。天然成分100%で医薬品・化粧品・食品と幅広く活用できます。道の駅「香りの里たきのうえ」などで購入可能です。 【芝ざくらソフトクリーム】 芝ざくらまつりの期間中に芝ざくら滝上公園内で販売される、淡いピンク色が目を引く滝上町グルメの定番。芝ざくらの香りと優しい甘さが人気で、SNS映えも抜群です。 ■北海道滝上町のイベント・祭りはいつ開催される？ 【童話村たきのうえ芝ざくらまつり】（5月） 年間最大のイベントで、毎年5月上旬〜5月末頃に芝ざくら滝上公園を舞台に開催されます。 土日を中心に「フロックスマルシェ」（フード＆マーケット・ワークショップ・ミニライブ）が楽しめ、ヘリコプターで空から眺める「芝ざくらSKYクルーズ」も毎年大人気です。 【童話村たきのうえふるさとまつり】（8月） 丸太早切りチャンピオン大会・盆踊り・花火大会・渓谷ウォーク・大抽選会と盛りだくさんの内容で、地元の夏を全力で楽しめるイベントです。 【錦仙峡紅葉ウォーキングイベント】（10月） 秋の滝上町を締めくくる風物詩。10月中旬に開催され、経験豊富なガイドと一緒に錦仙峡の遊歩道を歩きながら、豪快な名瀑と燃えるような紅葉の競演を全身で楽しめます。 洛陽の滝・蛟竜の滝など多彩な名瀑が連なる約4.2kmの渓谷。ウッドチップ舗装の遊歩道が整備されており、春の新緑から秋の紅葉まで四季を通じて美しい景観が楽しめます。 ■「香りの里」滝上町へ、皆様のお越しをお待ちしております！ 日本最大級の「芝ざくら滝上公園」、名瀑が連なる「錦仙峡」、300種類のハーブが香る「ハーブガーデン」、幻想的な「浮島湿原」。 大自然に囲まれた北海道滝上町で、滝上町でしかできない貴重な体験をぜひお楽しみください！ 今後もクールジャパンビデオでは滝上の最新情報を発信していきますので、引き続きよろしくお願いいたします！ 北海道・オホーツク滝上町観光協会 公式サイト https://takinoue.com...

【New Product Announcement】 A new cider has been released from "Blank Hard Cider Works," which produces cider (apple alcoholic beverage) in Ashorocho. Product Name: Blank Hard Cider 00 Nectar Price: ¥1,100 (tax included) Features: Made with "Fuji" apples from Nagano Prefecture and wine yeast. This cider is characterized by its rich sweetness reminiscent of thick apple nectar, achieved by adding apple juice during fermentation. With a lower alcohol content (5%) than other flavored ciders, it is recommended for those who have never tried cider before. Available at the Roadside Station Ashoro Galaxy Hall 21 shop, so be sure to check it out when you stop by!

Taken on April 15, 2014. This is the Yae Cherry Blossom at Resona Koedo Terrace and the Kurazukuri townscape.

【The Beloved Chinese Cuisine in Miyoshi!】 A popular spot where you can casually enjoy authentic Chinese food 🍴 Introducing "Machikado Chuka Baihou" located in Tokaichi, Miyoshi City. The dishes served during lunch time include familiar favorites like "Mapo Tofu," "Dan Dan Noodles," "Five-Flavor Fried Rice," and "Dumplings" 😊 With simple seasoning that appeals to Japanese tastes, the care taken in preparation is evident, and the unpretentious deliciousness is the reason for its popularity 😋 Baihou is not just an ordinary "town Chinese restaurant." For dinner, you can fully enjoy authentic Chinese courses such as Peking Duck and Shark Fin Soup, as well as a variety of a la carte dishes featuring seafood and meat. Customers range from families with children to the elderly. Many people come here saying, "You can enjoy authentic Chinese cuisine in Miyoshi." Even during our visit, there were continuous orders for appetizers and reservation calls coming in✨ The owner, Mr. Sasaki, is from Miyoshi City. He was inspired to pursue this path after encountering truly delicious Chinese food while working part-time. "I want many people in Miyoshi to enjoy delicious Chinese cuisine." With that thought in mind, he returned to Miyoshi and opened the restaurant. "Machikado Chuka Baihou," loved by many repeat customers, is a place you should definitely visit 😊 ＼Introducing seasonal dishes and recommended menu items／ Check out the restaurant's Instagram @bai_feng53163✨ 【Machikado Chuka Baihou】 ■Address: 3-15-52 Tokaichi, Miyoshi City, Hiroshima Prefecture ■Business Days: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday *For other temporary closures, please check @bai_feng53163. ■Hours Lunch: 11:30 AM – (L.O. 2:00 PM) Dinner: 5:00 PM – (L.O. 9:00 PM) Close at 10:00 PM ■🅿 7 parking spaces next to the restaurant ■Phone: 0824-53-1630 ■Others *Please make reservations by phone. *Private rooms are available. *The dishes and menu items listed are as of the time of posting.

In the gentle spring scenery, a single flower 🌷 standing tall makes me feel somewhat encouraged.

Event Announcement📣 On April 26th (Sunday), the 68th Honbetsu Sanke Tsutsuji Festival will be held again this year😊 At Honbetsu Park, the venue, vibrant Daurian Azaleas and Ezo cherry trees will welcome everyone🌸 Inside the venue, you can enjoy a variety of gourmet foods from local restaurants, live performances by the Hamburger Boys, a bingo tournament, a bouncy land, and a smoke experience, among many other attractions‼️ One of the highlights is the specialty "Jumbo Yoshitsune Hot Pot," a delicious pork soup packed with local ingredients. Be sure to give it a try😍 Come with your family and friends to this spring festival filled with gourmet food and entertainment🤗 📍Date: April 26, 2026 (Sunday) 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM *The event will proceed even in light rain 📍Location: In front of the stage at Yoshitsune no Sato Honbetsu Park (Higashimachi, Honbetsu Town) 【Requests for Attendees】 To ensure everyone enjoys a safe and fun time, we kindly ask for your cooperation with the following points. - Please refrain from bringing pets. - Please take your trash home with you (trash bags are available at the main tent). - Fishing equipment will not be available for rent. Please bring your own to participate. - Driving cars or bicycles after drinking is considered drunk driving, so please refrain from doing so.

Taken on April 12, 26. This is the Yae Cherry Blossom at Naritasan Kawagoe Betsuin. If you look closely, there is a Yae Cherry Blossom in the lower left with 🩷.

On April 12th, the Takeda diamond, signaling the arrival of spring, was clearly visible on Mt. Goryu in Hakuba. Cherry blossoms and snow-capped mountains! And a clear blue sky. I received the best hospitality from Hakuba!

The cherry blossom tree-lined path planted around Tōkōike at the Karako-Kagi Site from the Yayoi period in Nara may not have been seen 2000 years ago, but it offers a landscape that evokes the atmosphere of that time.

Taken on April 18, 26. This is the Sasara Lion Dance of Ishihara.

Ooiwa Slope, Dam Park Oiwa Observation Square Kissa Ooiwa Address reference: 82 Oiwa, Ibaraki City, Osaka Prefecture On a clear day, you can see Kansai International Airport from the observation deck! There is a parking lot for cars, as well as spaces for motorcycles and bicycles. There are covered benches and regular benches available. There are also nice and clean restrooms. Why not stop by while cycling or driving?

Aigawa Dam Aigawa Dam Management Office Seiho-chiuchi, Ibaraki City, Osaka Prefecture Aigawa Dam Management Office from 11:30 AM to 4:30 PM Restroom available at the management office Dam card automatic vending machine in front of the management office, available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year Kaze no Oka Zone: 56 parking spaces (including 2 for disabled users) Aigawa Dam Management Office: 9 parking spaces (including 1 for disabled users) Fee: Free After more than thirty years since the project began in 1988, completion is aimed for 2022 Aigawa Dam in March 2021 Aigawa Dam is a rock-fill dam constructed on the Aigawa River, which is part of the Yodo River system. A rock-fill dam is built by piling up rocks and soil, and its appearance and structure are quite different from that of a concrete gravity dam. Aigawa Dam also has the appearance of stones stacked on a slope. According to the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, the total project cost for the construction of Aigawa Dam is approximately 131.4 billion yen (verification materials), while other sources estimate it at around 135.6 to 153.6 billion yen.

Dam Park Ibarakita 53-1 Oaza Namihoko, Ibaraki City, Osaka Prefecture Parking: 100 yen for regular cars per 30 minutes (maximum 600 yen during the day) Temporary parking: Free Peak crowded periods Golden Week (late April to early May) Summer vacation period (late July to August) Silver Week (mid-September) The middle day of a three-day weekend Weekends and holidays A nature-rich park located around Aigawa Dam in the northern area of Ibaraki City (commonly known as Ibarakita). It features a dog run, facilities for markets and cooking, a park center, event plaza, outdoor stage, and open spaces. At the activity park "GRAVITATE OSAKA," visitors can enjoy views of Aigawa Dam from the pedestrian-only suspension bridge "GODA BRIDGE," which is approximately 420 meters long. Throughout the year, various events are held that allow visitors to enjoy nature, with activities suitable for children. Dam Park Ibarakita regularly hosts food trucks. Bringing your own bento is allowed Vending machines are available on-site. While drinks can be purchased, food sales may be limited, so bringing your own is recommended. Pets are allowed in the park. However, outside the dog run, pets must be on a leash that the owner can control (approximately 2 meters in length). It is prohibited to leave pet waste unattended.

Photographed on April 18, 2014. This is the Sasara Lion Dance from Ishihara. It features the lion and the mountain deity. A performance will take place today as well.

I attended the grand festival at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine and Kakinomoto Shrine. Around Kakinomoto Shrine, you can see Gioiko, a type of double-flowered cherry blossom known as green sakura.

I took a photo under the cherry tree during the last spring break of middle school. The sight of the Japanese Pygmy Woodpecker looking up seemed as if it was enjoying the cherry blossoms, making me feel like it was in a "front-row seat for cherry blossom viewing." I wanted to convey that such gentle creatures are nearby among the Cherry Blossom Tree-lined Path close to my home.

Takase District, Yamagata City, is home to the annual koi nobori (carp streamers) and cherry blossoms. You can encounter a breathtakingly beautiful scene along the roadside.

In front of Tomakomai Station on April 18th. It's cloudy, but the temperature has exceeded 10°C. The buds of the Ezo cherry trees in the city center have unexpectedly started to bloom!

From May 2nd to 5th, the Golden Week Festival will be held at Roadside Station Hotta Elementary School. The main events and workshops are as follows: Special hiking tour on the 2nd (reservation required) Rice planting experience from the 3rd to the 5th (reservation required) Gibier handmade soap workshop on the 2nd (reservation required) Mochi throwing on the 3rd Koi nobori (carp streamer) making from the 2nd to the 5th Paper craft vending machine making on the 5th Organized by Kyonan Mimamori Squad For inquiries and reservations, call 0470-50-1238 (Roadside Station Hotta Elementary School) Please come to Kyonan Town during Golden Week!

Taken on March 15, 2026. This is the matcha basque cheesecake with sakura topping from LEC COFFEE. It has a fragrance of sakura.😊🌸

Taken on March 15, 2014. This is a black latte from LEC COFFEE. What a lovely latte art!

When you come to Kushiro, you absolutely must see the sunset. The view from Kushiro Prince Hotel is not just a sunset; it's an "experience." During this time, when the sky slowly changes color, there is a beauty that cannot be captured in photos. At the end of your trip, enjoy this view. For accommodation and sightseeing, save information about the world's three great sunsets. 👆 ▶ Kushiro Prince Hotel https://www.instagram.com/kushiroprincehotel/?hl=ja...

On April 17, 2026, the Lake Mashu Safety Prayer Festival was held at Lake Mashu Kamuy Terrace, and at the same time, the drive course connecting Lake Mashu First Observatory and Mt. Io, known as the Mashu Lake Iozan Sky Road, was opened🚙🐾 It seems that flags, as shown in the photos, are also on sale at Lake Mashu Kamuy Terrace🚩 The view from the Mashu Lake Lounge within Lake Mashu Kamuy Terrace is also beautiful✨ Be sure to check it out.

Looking into the river flowing through Akan Lake Onsen Town, I saw schools of wakasagi swimming upstream to spawn. It seems the fish are also sensing the arrival of spring☀️🐠✨️.

Introduction of Supporting Companies - 15th Teshikaga Photo Contest The award-winning works of the 15th Teshikaga Photo Contest have been announced, and we have presented prizes to each winner. This Teshikaga Photo Contest is held with the cooperation of local businesses in Teshikaga. On the official Instagram of Teshikaga Navi, we will gradually introduce the supporting companies that have collaborated with us. (In no particular order) This time, we would like to introduce "CAFE SOFTWOOD"! 📝 Teshikaga Navi offers a wide range of information, so please take a look! ✨ Thank you to "CAFE SOFTWOOD" for your support of this event. 🙇🛶 We appreciate your continued support for the "Teshikaga Photo Contest" and "Teshikaga Navi." https://www.masyuko.or.jp/news/photocon_r08/...

Season for outings ☀ Drive spot feature ✨ 1. Alps Tenbo Hiroba Yume no Eki With the remaining snow of the Northern Alps in the background, fields of rapeseed bloom profusely, while about 100 koi nobori (carp streamers) swim overhead. 【Best viewing period】Late April to early May 【Location】Nagano City, Nakajo Miyamasa 【Parking】Available 2. Oyachi Marsh At Oyachi Marsh, located along the Shinanoji Nature Trail, you can enjoy not only skunk cabbage but also the yellow flowers of the buttercup family, called ryukin-ka. 【Best viewing period】Early May to mid-May 【Location】Ageya, Nagano City, Nagano Prefecture 3. Okususobana Nature Garden *Scheduled to open on April 25 (Saturday) Known for its clusters of skunk cabbage, in early May, the wetland with 810,000 skunk cabbages sparkles with the melting snow. 【Skunk cabbage best viewing period】Early May to late May 【Location】16943-4, Kinasa, Nagano City (Okususobana Dam) 【Parking】Available (300 cars, 25 large buses) 【Fees】410 yen for middle school students and above (310 yen for groups of 20 or more) From June 1, 200 yen for middle school students and above (150 yen for groups of 20 or more) *A shuttle bus is planned to run between the Okususobana Nature Garden Visitor Center and the entrance to the nature garden. 【Operating period】April 29 (Wednesday, national holiday) to May 20 (Wednesday) 【Closed days】May 12 (Tuesday) and May 19 (Tuesday) 【One-way fare】600 yen (including tax) for middle school students and above 【Operating hours】Approximately 9:30 to 13:30 (may change depending on weather) *Tentative 【Interval】Approximately every 30 to 40 minutes *The number of users may cause fluctuations. 4. Daibō Pass This pass offers a view of the distant Northern Alps and the legendary Ichiyama, said to have been created by a demon in one night, as well as the nature of the hidden area of Kinasa. It is also a recommended spot for autumn foliage. 【Location】Daibō Pass, Kinasa, Nagano City 【Parking】Available (approximately 5 cars) 5. Toyono Tsutsuji-yama Park With flowers over 100 years old blooming riotously, it is said to be the best flowering site in northern Nagano Prefecture. 【Best viewing period】Early May 【Location】Kawatani, Toyono-machi, Nagano City 【Parking】Available (approximately 30 cars) 6. Jizukiyama Park The view from Nagano City to Shiga Kogen is superb, featuring an observation deck, a roller slide, and athletic play equipment. 【Location】3024-1 Kamimatsu, Nagano City 【Parking】Available (73 spaces, 71 for regular cars and 2 for disabled, large vehicle parking available) 【Opening period】April 1 to November 23 (closed in winter and at night) 【Opening hours】April to May (8:30 to 16:30) June to August (8:30 to 18:30) September to November 23 (8:30 to 16:30) #Drive #Flowers #Scenic views #Nagano City #Nagano tourism

Hello, this is Ryusuidō. Shosenkyo Gorge is enveloped in soft new greenery, welcoming a pleasant season🌿 The weeping cherry blossoms at Shōgyokudō in the Takigami area are gradually turning into leaf blossoms, but they are doing their best to greet everyone😊 The mountain rose (yamabuki) blooming close to the rocky surface also reminds us of the season!❗️ Shosenkyo is also famous as the birthplace of the April birthstone, crystal. It can be used for everything from accessories to interior decor and is said to be a "universal stone" that brings good fortune, purification, and protection, making it suitable for anyone✨ In the Takigami area, there are many spots where you can forget your daily routine and have fun, such as the Hachushuike, where you can toss in eight balls for wishes, so please come visit Shosenkyo‼ All of our staff are looking forward to the day we can see your wonderful smiles😊

"Hotaru Matsuri in Doshi Village" will be held for the first time in 10 years. On June 20th (Saturday) from 14:00 At Doshi Village Kanko Farm Campground There will be stalls for children and food trucks Activities like fish catching and crafts are planned. Starting around 19:30, there will be "firefly viewing". We will inform you again once the details are finalized.

On April 17, 2026, the Lake Mashu Safety Prayer Festival was held at Lake Mashu Kamuy Terrace, and at the same time, the drive course connecting Lake Mashu First Observatory and Mt. Io, known as the Mashu Lake Mount Io Sky Road, was opened 🚙🐾 At Lake Mashu Kamuy Terrace, flags, as shown in the photos, are also on sale 🚩 The season has arrived to enjoy Lake Mashu visible from the Third Observatory ✨ We invite you to visit us at least once. https://www.masyuko.or.jp/enjoy/masyuresthouse/...

A bird has flown to the cherry blossoms in the garden. It was a scene that felt like the arrival of spring.