Tateyama Town, Toyama Prefecture The yellow and red autumn leaves, the blue sky, and the crystal clear white waterfall were very beautiful

I photographed the trajectory of a star (light trail) in Tanabe Bay, Wakayama Prefecture.

Big Hinamatsuri ? seen in Saitama Prefecture This is the Big Hina Festival held in Konosu City, Saitama Prefecture. Every year in the Emil shopping mall, the Big Hina Festival is created by volunteer people. This year, it will be held from February 16th ~ March 9th! Be sure to ? visit

ようこそ大阪城へ！ 大阪城の梅林公園や天守閣へ観光は甲冑・兜を着て侍スタイルでいかかですか⚔ #大阪城 #OsakaCastle #大阪城公園駅 Welcome to Osaka Castle! How about wearing armor and helmets and visiting Osaka Castle's Umebayashi Park or the castle tower in samurai style?

Traditional Crafts Ryukyu Glass / Okinawa World It is a Ryukyu glass workshop located in Okinawa World in Nanjo City, Okinawa Prefecture. You can take a closer look at how craftsmen make Ryukyu glass. This is a process in which glass is placed in a kiln and melted at a high temperature. Ryukyu glass was first made after the war using discarded bottles of cola and beer that were drunk by the U.S. military stationed in Japan. It is characterized by air bubbles trapped in the glass and colorful colors. You can also experience glassmaking in this workshop. Traditional crafts that can only be found in Okinawa - I will experience them when I go there today.

"Edgeworthia Chrysantha Meteor Shower" Spring is not just about cherry blossoms. Edgeworthia chrysantha is also in season. I miss ? the sweet smell in the colony March 2022 Shot on iPHONE 11 PRO Misugi Town, Tsu City, Mie Prefecture

When humans team up with nature to create something, it becomes more intriguing. The Lake Shikotsu ice festival is a perfect example of this. Hokkaido's crystal clear water lake serves as the primary source for crafting marvelous ice sculptures.

Nagano Prefecture Togakushi Shrine Okusha The cedar-lined boardwalk and the clean air are clean You can watch it all the time

Sunset over the Ou Mountains I wonder if this is the scenery that the Jomon people also saw... The scenery will never change.

Hanachozu ? to color spring This is Saimeiji Temple in Kawagoe City It is changed every Friday, and it is crowded with people on Saturday mornings. This week, the Hina Festival is near, so Hina-sama and Uchiura-sama ? I'm ? looking forward to next week

Cycle through the hustle and bustle of the city, cross Amagi Koshi and head to Minami-Izu. Unfortunately, the weather was bad, but by the time we ran along the Kawazu cherry blossom trees in Shimokamo, the blue sky began to appear, and the spring breeze was pleasant. In the clear air, a wonderful space expanded. I want to leave such a refreshing landscape for the future.

The day I visited Izu to welcome spring. The contrast between the artificial arc of the Kawazu Nanadaki Loop Bridge and the beautiful natural beauty of the Kawazu cherry blossoms was wonderful. I would like to leave such wonderful buildings and natural beauty for the future.

天気は悪いですが大阪城梅林公園の花見の季節⚔ 海外からのお客様 VS 侍 The weather is bad, but it's cherry blossom viewing season in Osaka Castle Plum Orchard Park⚔. Guests from overseas VS Samurai Now it's time to use the Battoujutsu (sword fighting) technique! A match made in heaven ⚔.

The 34th Kawazu Cherry Blossom Festival in 2024 will be held until Thursday, February 29! Every night during the exhibition period, the cherry blossoms are lit up at night and you will be enveloped in a fantastic scenery. This time, we will introduce the lodging facilities that you want to visit when sightseeing at the Kawazu Cherry Blossom Festival. Have a blissful time with hot springs and fresh cuisine from Kawazu! The lodging I would like to introduce this time is "Zen no Yu". ・Zen no Yu no Onsen is a natural hot spring with its own source. The hot water that springs up with an abundant amount of hot water is not added or circulated. Hot water is a drinking spring that is allowed to be drunk. From the open-air bath, you can see the green mountains, and there are no adjacent buildings. Take it easy, slow down, and relax. In addition, the food is basically a healthy menu centered on vegetables. Pesticides-free and fresh vegetables are the ones we use. ◆ Detailed information ◆ 【Spot name】Zen no Yu 【Address】28-1 Nashimoto, Kawazu Town, Kawazu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Phone number: 0558-35-7253 Check-in/Check-out is 3:00 p.m. and check-out 10:00 a.m. [Total number of rooms] 11 No shuttle service [Parking lot] 20 cars ◇ ◆ ◇ Parking information for those who come to the Kawazu Cherry Blossom Festival by car ◇ ◆ ◇ ◆ About the parking lot ◆ Business hours:8:30~21:00 ・Regular car ●Regular car 4~13 parking lot to Ekimae Venue about 700~800m, to Mine Onsen Venue about 700~800m [Daytime] 8:30~17:00・・・1 car / 1,000 yen [Night] 18:00~21:00・・・1 car / 200 yen ・Large vehicles ●Large 1 and 2 parking lots to the Ekimae Venue about 700~800m, to the Mine Onsen Venue about 700~800m [Daytime] 8:30~17:00・・・1 car / 5,000 yen [Night] 18:00~21:00・・・1 car / 1,000 yen

【Open book once every 33 years】Hattasan Chokokuji Temple A secret Buddha book opened once every 33 years. The eleven-sided Kanzeon Bodhisattva, who was called the guardian Kannon of the Seven Villages of Hara, has been worshipped by people since ancient times. In addition, 2024, which is also the 500th anniversary of the reconstruction of the main hall, is a very precious and special year. Don't miss this opportunity! Period March 16 (Sat) ~ March 18 (Mon) in 2024 (Reiwa 6) Admission fee to the main hall 500 yen (with protective tree) Main hall hours: 9 a.m. ~ 4 p.m. Address Yamanashi Prefecture Minami-Alps City Enobara 442

? The snow has melted ? The weather is good in Tomakomai City today, and the temperature is ? ♀️ warm The snow that fell on Friday the 16th melted quickly ? Most of the roads are dry, making it easy to walk! ?‍♀️?‍♂️

We held an exchange meeting with an elementary school in Hachioji City. We talked about our country and played tag together. In addition, there was also a school lunch experience for the first time. In the countries (Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Nepal), there are no school lunches. It was ✨ very tasty

【Ando Family Residence Hinamatsuri】 Designated as a National Important Cultural Property, more than 200 dolls from Edo to Showa are on display at the "Ando Family Residence". Yamanashi's unique hina doll, "Bina Yokozawa", is charming in its standing figure. You can also enjoy the architecture and gardens that are more than 300 years old suitable for the spring festival. During the period, a concert of songs related to spring will be held. In addition, the staff is giving a handmade miniature folded gift to those who come. (Limited number) Date and time: February 9 (Fri) ~ April 8 (Mon), 2024 (Reiwa 6) Time: 9 a.m. ~ 4:30 p.m. (last admission 4 p.m.) *Closed on Tuesdays Admission fee: Adults (university students and older) 300 yen Children (elementary, junior high, and high school students) 100 yen * Preschoolers free of charge Address Yamanashi Prefecture Minami-Alps City Seinan Lake 4302 Note: You may be required to use a temporary parking lot due to parking lot maintenance work. (3 mins walk) Contact: Ando Family ☎Residence 055-284-4448 Cultural Properties Division, ☎Board of Education 055-282-7269

【大阪城 梅林公園】 2024年2/20 現在 開花情報：天気は悪いが一部満開 samuraihonor.com Osaka Castle Umegorin Park As of 2/20/2024 Flowering information: Partially in full bloom despite poor weather

It is a naked island located in Asamushi, Aomori City, Aomori Prefecture. There is a legend here. A long time ago, in a village in the Asamushi district, a mother worked in the fields with her baby lying in the shade of a tree. At that moment, a great eagle flew out of nowhere and flew away with the sleeping baby. The kidnapped baby was lowered to the top of the bare island, where the great hawk rested its wings. Noticing this, the mother went into a frenzy and tried to climb the rocks of the bare island with her bare hands. It is said that when he desperately scratched the rock face, the bare island, which was a smooth rock, was chipped on the side and stained with his mother's blood, giving it its current shape. It's not a flattering story, but ... However, there is no eerie atmosphere at all, and as the name "Naked Island" suggests, it is an impressive place with exposed rock surfaces. Only the island is orange because it picks up the light of nearby street lamps.

This is the Minami-Alps Tourism Association. We will continue to send out attractive information about Minami-Alps City in Yamanashi Prefecture through COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, so thank you. ◇What is Minami-Alps City in Yamanashi Prefecture? ◇ Minami-Alps City in Yamanashi Prefecture occupies about 5.9% of the total area of Yamanashi Prefecture and has a population of about 70,000. Located in the western part of Yamanashi Prefecture, the city is surrounded by the magnificent nature of the Southern Alps. In 2003, six towns/villages, namely Hatta Village, Shirane Town, Ashiyasu Village, Wakakusa Town, Kushigata Town, and Kosai Town in Nakakoma District, Yamanashi Prefecture, merged to form Minami-Alps City. In 2014, the entire city of Minami-Alps City was registered as a Minami-Alps UNESCO Eco Park. The Minami-Alps surrounding Minami-Alps City is the largest mountain range in Japan, spanning the three prefectures of Nagano, Yamanashi, and Shizuoka, and is loved by many mountaineers with a series of 3,000-meter-high peaks such as Kitadake, the second highest peak in Japan, Mt. Senjogetake, Mt. Houou Sanzan, and Mt. Kai-komagatake. ◇Introduction to sightseeing spots in Minami-Alps City, Yamanashi Prefecture◇ ・Ecopa Inagako It is a spot where you can experience various things such as Nature Classroom, Forest Science Museum, camping, and BBQ facilities in nature on the slopes of Mt. Kushigata. It is also a popular spot for families who can enjoy contact with nature. ・Yukyari no Sato Juen "Yukyari no Sato Juen" is a complex facility equipped with 100% hot springs flowing from the source, lodging facilities, Barbecue area, and tennis courts. Use it as a base for mountain climbing. ・Roadside Station Shirane Agricultural Products Market It will be renovated in April 2023, and you can enjoy shopping in a spacious store. You can buy fresh local fruits and vegetables, as well as Specialty products, and it is a popular spot visited by many people from inside and outside the prefecture. ・Yashagami Pass A mountain pass at the southern end of the Houou Sanzan in the Southern Alps, offering spectacular views of the Southern Alps. It can be climbed in about 1 hour, so it is recommended for family climbing. ◇Specialty products and gourmet foods of Minami-Alps City, Yamanashi Prefecture◇ Minami-Alps City is also known for its rich fruit production, including cherries, plums, peaches, grapes, oysters, Kiwi fruits, and Shine Muscat. During the season when these fruits are in season, you can enjoy fruit picking at the orchards in Minami-Alps City. In particular, cherry picking and Shine Muscat harvesting experiences are very popular with families and couples. These fruits are also popular as thank-you gifts for Furusato Nozei. ◇Abundant nature and hot springs in Minami-Alps City◇ Minami-Alps City is blessed with abundant hot spring resources as well as seasonal nature. There are many hot spring facilities in Minami-Alps City, and we meet a wide range of needs, from hot springs that can be enjoyed on a day trip to hotels and inns. Please spend time refreshing your body and mind in the hot spring. The Minami-Alps City of Yamanashi Prefecture is full of charms that will be remembered by people who visit it, such as abundant nature and delicious Specialty Products We look forward to welcoming you to Minami-Alps City. COOL JAPAN VIDEOS will provide you with recommendations for Minami-Alps City, so please look forward to it!

The sky and clouds after sunrise were beautiful. Kujukuri Beach in winter is wonderful.

The sun peeks out from above the clouds. It is Kujukuri Beach in winter.

Kujukuri Beach after sunrise in winter. Waves broken by the strong wind are soaring as droplets. The backlit sea was golden and beautiful.

It is the sunrise of Kujukuri Beach in winter.

Morning at Kujukuri Beach in winter. Is it called the magic hour?

Kamikami Ume Plum Station on the Watarase Canyon Railway. I cut out the drooping cherry blossoms with a telephoto lens.

Even though it's February, it's spring... ☺️ Recently, a lot of vegetables that have been cold and modest have recently arrived at ? the tourist information center in front of the station From the #Fukino To, which makes you feel the arrival of Spring, spinach #spinach sweetened by the cold of winter, We are waiting for you ✨ with a large selection of vegetables In addition, we are waiting for you with good things from Yamanashi and Otsuki that are perfect for Souvenirs! ?

The famous shooting location of the Watarase Canyon Railway. The cherry blossoms shone in the afternoon light.

Near Kobe Station on the Watarase Canyon Railway. This is when the morning air still feels cold.