Fukuoka Prefecture may not be on the typical tourist route, but it harbors countless hidden gems, and Nanzoin Temple is undeniably one of the most noteworthy. It claims to house the world's largest bronze reclining Buddha statue, which exudes tranquility under the vast blue sky. Despite visiting numerous places, it holds a special place in my heart, infusing me with positivity and making it one of my favorite summer destinations.

Photographed 8/21/24. It is the glowing river of Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. 🌌

"Egging Tournament in Kono" will be held in !! 2024 (Reiwa 6) on October 6th(Sunday) we will Held in a Squid fishing tournament by egging. Echizen Coast Let's enjoy the sea of Kono to the fullest! !! * Pre-registration required for participation will start (Friday) August 23 many rd, so we look forward to your participation. Fukui Prefecture Minami Echizen Town Kono Tourist Association

I went to Nikobuchi in Kochi Prefecture It was a powerful waterfall and the water was crystal clear and very beautiful

I went to Nikobuchi in Kochi Prefecture It was a powerful waterfall and the water was crystal clear and very beautiful

We went to Sumiyoshi fireworks in Onomichi.

I went to see the Sumiyoshi fireworks in Onomichi. There were so many people that it was hard to find a good place, but it was very beautiful.

(4/4) I went to Aira City, Kagoshima Prefecture Prefecture "Itaide Falls" for the first time. You can go down to the riverside that streams from the Waterfall basin, so I was able to enjoy looking into the water and looking directly at the Waterfall basin. Especially here (maybe because it's summer?) There were many creatures, and there was an insect called tiger beetle (*) more than other Valleys and waterfalls. Water stampedes, medaka, crabs, dragonflies unique to the water, etc., were lively and energizing. *... When you look at it up close, it sparkles in various colors and is beautiful, but as soon as you get close, it flies 2 to 3 meters away and you can't see it seriously. And since they usually fly in the same direction as their walking, they often unintentionally look like Squid.

(3/4) I went to Aira City, Kagoshima Prefecture Prefecture "Itaide Falls" for the first time. The first is a path of trees that leads in the opposite direction to the waterfall. I didn't know if it was big by the water or the shade of the trees, but it was a strangely cool path. Thereare a short walk down to the riverside. Gari gets excited when you find a staircase like this and know that you can go down to the riverside.

(2/4) I went to Aira City, Kagoshima Prefecture Prefecture "Itaide Falls" for the first time. After crossing the Kanayama Bridge and walking in the opposite direction from the waterfall, there was a walkway and through the waterway and trees. Somehow, I like waterways, and whenever I see them, I always look into them. There was a large mossy tree stretching out its branches in the waterway here, and it was a scenery that was more exciting than the waterfall with a personal point.

(1/4) I went to Aira City, Kagoshima Prefecture Prefecture "Itaide Falls" for the first time. Unlike the waterfalls in the rough Valleys, the area around the Waterfall basin is Maintenance with good salt Ume plums, and there is a park-like atmosphere while the waterfall is worth seeing. The waterfall stream like a proper waterfall after the artificial stream at the back of the Maintenance, and I and a feeling that it might be like this Quercus serrata. Spot is strong to be able to enjoy the comfort of being surrounded by the greenery of Nature and the proper waterfall from the Car parking lot right next to it.

August 15, 2024 Lake Suwa Festival Lake Fireworks On this day, Suwa City held its major event, the Lake Suwa Festival Lake Fireworks. Despite the emergency Nankai Trough earthquake bulletin warning of a major quake, the event went ahead thanks to the many precautions taken by the Lake Suwa Festival Executive Committee. This fireworks festival began on August 15, 1949, when citizens, amid the postwar confusion, wanted to hold a summer evening fireworks display at Lake Suwa to bring hope and help the city recover as quickly as possible. This year marks the 76th edition. It is a very historic fireworks festival. 🎇 At Suwa, the fireworks are launched from an island called Hatsu-shima, and the show is a true lake display. Because Lake Suwa sits at the center of the Suwa Basin and is surrounded by mountains on all sides, the sound of the bursting fireworks echoes off the lake and surrounding peaks, turning the landscape into a gigantic natural speaker that vibrates to your very core. The result is an overwhelmingly powerful fireworks experience. This is a rare geographic setting for a fireworks festival. The event website even describes the sound as “Don! Zun! Ban!” and that onomatopoeia is the most accurate description. A local Lake Suwa fireworks quirk is that when a very large firework explodes, the volume and shock often trigger car security buzzers. Locals just laugh and say, “Again, huh?” On the day, it rained twice in the afternoon, but the rain stopped before the opening and we enjoyed a beautiful fireworks display. Before guests left, many gave us warm words like “Thank you!” and “Good job!”—those kind messages blew away the day’s fatigue. Thank you very much! We look forward to seeing you next year, so please come and join us!!! ※ Filming assistance: Lake Suwa Festival Executive Committee August 15, 2024 At Lake Suwa 76th Lake Suwa Fireworks Festival!!! This fireworks festival began in 1949. After World War II, many Japanese people were worn out by the war and needed hope and a way to recover. The festival started for that reason and has been held since 1949. This year was the 76th. How amazing it is!!! Recently, however, we received Nankai Trough earthquake warnings, so we had to be extremely careful about safety. Our fireworks are launched from the lake. The unique feature of Lake Suwa is that the lake is surrounded by mountains. That is the key. Because of this, the sound of the fireworks is exceptionally loud—you feel it in your whole body. If you compare fireworks of the same size at Lake Suwa and elsewhere, you will say the Lake Suwa fireworks are much louder. I promise!!! The surrounding landscape acts like a huge speaker, so you can both hear and feel the sound intensely. This phenomenon is unique to Lake Suwa and is truly exceptional. The morning was sunny, but it rained twice in the afternoon. Just before the festival, the weather cleared and we were able to hold a wonderful event. Thank you so much!!! There are no same-day tickets, so please buy advance tickets online before coming to Suwa next year. We will be waiting for you!!!

Roux Impulse soaring in the summer sky was cool.

Summer pilgrimage ⛩️🎐 at Kamikawa Shrine Windmills of various colors are also decorated, which is wonderful 🥹✨

[Drawing Event] After seeing Atelier Tanemaki's summer workshop on Instagram, I thought, "I want to try this in Nishiokoppe too!" and planned an event. With the help of people knowledgeable about art supplies and lots of advice from those around us, we were able to make it happen! We prepared a large sheet of paper measuring 2.5 m by 3.6 m. It is larger than a single futon. I had wanted to try drawing on such a large sheet for a long time, but starting to draw something on a blank sheet makes you a little nervous. This time the Library cooperated with us, and we borrowed many picture books! As in Atelier Tanemaki's workshop, the drawing theme was "Creatures Underwater." So we prepared around 20 picture books about fish, rivers, the sea, and related topics, and began with a picture-book reading session. As their imaginations grew, the children drew what they wanted. Watching the large sheet gradually fill with drawings over the full two hours was truly delightful. Even younger children who were not used to paint carefully chose colors and brush widths, and, unconcerned about getting messy, used their hands and feet to add color. The finished artwork is now displayed inside the Library. We would be very happy if you could see it in person. #Nishiokoppe Village #summer vacation #elementary school students #workshop #drawing event #Creatures Underwater #large sheet of paper #Library #picture books

Photographed 8/21/24. It is the glowing river of Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. 🌌

Futamigaura is renowned for the two "wedded rocks" that protrude from the sea, symbolizing conjugal bliss. It offers a beautiful setting for a relaxed coastal outing. At Sakurai Futamigaura, a picturesque shoreline location, the white torii of a nearby shrine frames the wedded rocks. On the summer solstice, the sun sets right in the middle of the Sakurai Futamigaura wedded rocks, creating an unforgettable sight. One thing I must not miss at this incredibly romantic place is capturing a photo of my beloved wife in the frame.

Today, on my way home from work, I Prayer the Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. It is a glowing river. 🌌

KAMU Sound Performer Introduction Ritz Pritz Khao Man Gai A village band formed in 2023. This is their third stage after the Village Cultural Festival and Nishiokoppe Live. The group consists of four members: a fifth-grade drummer (Ritz), the factory manager of a guitar workshop (Pritz), a regional revitalization volunteer (Khao Ma), and the manager of the forest park (Ngai). In addition to cover songs, they plan to perform original songs! Will Pipopapo, the dance team of Nishiokoppe elementary students, make a guest appearance!?

Shirataki Geopark character "Anji-kun" will play the main role in the "11th Anji-kun's Hometown Festival" will be held in. Bon Dancing, Fireworks Festival, and many other Events such as the annual "Tractor Pulling Competition"! In addition, Specialty products are sold, Local restaurants and Kitchen cars are gathered! Among them, the beer "Potato Lager" using Shirataki potatoes, which will be sold only on the day, is attracting a lot of attention! There is also ♪ a special opening (free) of the exhibition room of the Engaru Buried Cultural Property Center Please come to "Shirataki" on weekends.

In front of a lovely Garden Baba and grandson

Kawakami Gorge Kawakami Gorge is a ravine deep in the mountains of Ogata Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture, Kyushu. It lies about a 50-minute drive from the center of Ogata Town in Bungoono City. Kawakami Gorge sits at the headwaters of the clear Oku-dake River, where the blue, crystalline stream and frothing white rapids create a strikingly beautiful scene. Walking along the gorge lets you enjoy the rich natural forest, and the area feels cool even in summer.

Hello to all COOL JAPAN VIDEOS viewers! This is the Nobeoka Tourism Association. Broadcasting Sightseeing spots in Nobeoka City and Events Information in the future. We would like to introduce you to the charm of Nobeoka City, so please look forward to it. First of all, I would like to introduce Nobeoka City! Nobeoka City (Nobeokashi) is a city in the northern part of Miyazaki Prefecture, with a population of about 115,000 and the second largest area in Kyushu after the merger of "Kitakata Town" and "Kitaura Town" in 2006 (Heisei 18) and "Kitagawa Town" in 19. It is the birthplace of Asahi Kasei, a major comprehensive chemical manufacturer, and has an aspect as an industrial city. Events are also actively held according to the season, and the "Nobeoka Flower Story" where you can feel Spring and the autumn tradition "Sweetfish Yana" attract people from all over the country and the town is bustling at once. It is also the birthplace of the nationally famous chicken Nanban and spicy noodles, and can be eaten at various restaurants as Nobeoka's soul food. It is a charming region with Nature beauty, Famous landmarks and delicious cuisine. Every time you visit, you'll discover something new and you'll want to visit again and again. In addition, with the opening of the Higashi-Kyushu Automobile Road, transportation to Nobeoka City has become very convenient. Please experience the charm of Nobeoka City once. * Access image to Nobeoka City is also pasted.

[Stroll with the Gardener] It was a perfect day for a walk…or rather, a hot, sunny day that felt almost scorching. This event, a stroll through the Roadside Station Kamumu Flower Park, has continued since the days when the tourism role was handled by a former regional revitalization cooperative member. This year we held it in August, when the flowers were at their peak! The Nishiokoppe Village Flower Park is a natural garden that cherishes the whole cycle from budding to blooming and withering. Plants are grown with the idea of flowers floating among foliage such as susuki grass and smartweed. This time, familiar gardeners and plant-savvy locals joined the event. Participants responded enthusiastically to the gardener’s explanations, and questions flew freely. Even residents of the village sometimes rarely stop by the Roadside Station. Local participants exclaimed in amazement, saying, “I didn’t know we could see so many different plants.” We’re excited to see how the garden’s scenery will change into autumn. The park is open until mid-October, so please enjoy the Flower Park when you stop by the Roadside Station. #Nishiokoppe Village #Kamumu #Roadside Station #Flower Park #Stroll #Regional Revitalization Cooperative Member #Stroll with the Gardener

The large public bath can be bathed 24 hours a day with Minamoto Kake-ryu Seasonal ingredients Handmade multi-course meal Yutari inn 1992 (Heisei 4)Matsumoto City Winner of the "Cityscape Award" It is a ryokan built in a folk art style sukiya. The room is decorated in a calm and pure Japanese style. There are a total of 21 rooms, mainly 8 ~ 11 tatami mats, with the exception of Western-style rooms that were newly renovated in 2023. Please spend a relaxing time under the Fresh air and refreshing climate of Shinshu. Please spend time with a multi-course meal that makes use of seasonal ingredients and a bath in the Hot Spring. Breakfast is also handmade with all our heart. In addition, Ume Plum Hot Spring includes breakfast for one night, and we also accept guests who stay without meals for one night. Wildflowers blooming along the road, Fresh greenery and autumn leaves in the mountains, snowy scenery... You can enjoy each scenery. An example of a guest room: A room with a simple and calm atmosphere. Loose with wide edges Number of rooms: 21 rooms Founded: January 1, 1892 (Meiji 25) Accepts groups: Up to 60 people Other Free Wi-Fi Non-smoking throughout the building Address Asama Hot Spring 3-4-16 TEL 0263-46-0345 Parking lot up to 30 cars Nearest bus stop Yuzaka Cashless payment: Credit card (Visa, JCB), Smartphone payment (PayPay)

Summer pilgrimage ⛩️🙏✨ at Kamikawa Shrine The wind was blowing and the sound of the wind chimes was 🎐✨ very cool

Photographed 8/19/24. It is Hanachozu of Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine and yo-yo omikuji. I love this scenery.

Spend time in Nagano, which is cool only during the summer Scene of children relaxing in their favorite place they found on their own I would be happy if you could feel a nostalgic feeling just by looking at it

Photographed 8/19/24. It is Hanachozu of Naritasan Kawagoe Betsuin.

Kamikawa Shrine ⛩️ In summer, wind chimes and windmills are decorated and the atmosphere is 🎐✨ very nice I went 🌻🙏 to the summer pilgrimage