HARAJIRI CYCLE FES 2026 SWEETS RIDE ❚ November 5, 2026 The "HARAJIRI CYCLE FES 2026 SWEETS RIDE" will be held on Sunday, November 15, at Roadside Station Harajiri Falls in Ogata Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture. This event allows participants to cycle along the route that the racers took in the race held in October. Starting from Roadside Station Harajiri Falls, the course is approximately 21 kilometers long. A cycling guide will lead the way, so even beginners can join with peace of mind. Along the route, we will stop at three local shops: "Katabira," a confectionery and picture book store, "Kitchen Usuda," which bakes bread and cakes in the mountains, and "Yōgashi Kōbō Antique," which makes Western sweets using rice flour from their own rice. Enjoy the local sweets while taking your time to cycle and eat. 【Date and Time】 Sunday, November 15, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM *The event will be canceled in case of rain or severe weather. 【Schedule】 9:00 AM Registration 9:30 AM Cycling Start 1:45 PM Arrival at Roadside Station Harajiri Falls 2:00 PM Dismissal 【Meeting Place】 Roadside Station Harajiri Falls (936-1 Harajiri, Ogata Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture) *Near the place with the chamois wall 【Fee】 Participation Fee: 3,000 yen (special monitor price) Rental Bicycle: 1,500 yen per unit (limited availability) 【Capacity】 20 participants (first come, first served) 【Application Deadline】 By 5:00 PM on Thursday, November 12, 2026 【Application Method】 Via the QR code on the flyer 【Access】 About 50 minutes by car from Oita Merah IC 【Parking】 Available (free)

【Classic in Town】 A classical concert featuring three instruments: violin, cello, and piano. It will be held on Friday, November 20th. In the first half, enjoy the sounds of string instruments in solo performances, and in the second half, listen to Smetana's piano trio. Violin: Ryo Mikami Cello: Takayoshi Okuizumi Piano: Satoko Shinbori Look forward to a wonderful soirée with the piano trio. At Nishiokoppe Village Community Center, Large Hall Free admission, all seats are unreserved Doors open at 18:00 / Concert starts at 18:30 The concert will last about an hour and a half, including intermission. 【Registration】 ▶For Nishiokoppe residents No registration required. ▶For non-residents Please make a reservation using the QR code in the image or the link below. https://teket.jp/15893/73790... *First 200 attendees 【Contact】 Weekdays from 9:00 to 17:00 Please contact the Nishiokoppe Village Board of Education, "Classic in Town Section" 0158-87-2501 #Nishiokoppe Village #Classic #Concert #Piano Trio #Nanohana Pharmacy

Taken on October 26, 2026. This is a cafe latte from Cafe Andon and a chestnut shortcake.

On December 1, 2024, I visited Icho Namiki Avenue! Many people were taking photos and enjoying the ginkgo trees, which can only be seen at this time.

On October 31st, at Lake Tambara in Tambara Highlands, Gunma Prefecture, around 3 PM The autumn leaves are nearing their end, and the falling leaves have begun 🍂, but the breathtaking scenery was more than enough. There were relatively few people, allowing for a leisurely stroll. Tambara Highlands is a great area where you can enjoy diverse landscapes with a lake and wetlands adjacent to each other♪ Despite the unfortunate weather, the autumn leaves 🍁 and the ominous sky looked mystical, enhancing the overall satisfaction! I highly recommend it for nature lovers!

While I was taking a walk, I noticed the beautiful blooming osmanthus and took a photo. The way the flowers clustered together was striking, and it made me feel the essence of autumn.

The only woman in red. This is a photo where fallen leaves in autumn are treated like accessories. I can no longer photograph this model, but due to that background, it holds a special memory for me.

Crimson Kiss. The vibrant red Kochia. This image captures the adorable round shape that makes you want to bring your lips closer.

A single white flower. There was a place where the white spider lily stood out. It's intriguing to think that there must be a reason for this specific spot being white, making it a captivating image.

It's an autumn evening. This photo contrasts the towering, steadfast Skytree with boys returning from their club activities, still in their growth phase. It reminds me of my own student days.

When it comes to representative autumn fruits, persimmons come to mind. These are the astringent persimmons from my family home. I plan to dry them and make dried persimmons.

Taken on October 28, 2014. I visited Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. It was crowded due to Shichi-Go-San.

Taken on October 28, 2014. I explored Kawagoe. This is an Earl Grey bouquet & tea latte, along with a hand-squeezed chestnut Mont Blanc.

Taken on October 30, 2026. This is the floral water offering from Hara Florist.

Shichi-Go-San is just around the corner. I captured some moments at Akumi Kanbe Shinmeisha, famous for the Toyohashi Onimatsuri 📸.

A path colored by autumn Under the autumn sky, I captured a photo of the wooden path leading to a large tree beyond the cosmos field. 2026.10.28 📷 Hatsuma, Kakegawa City, Shizuoka Prefecture At Rowbai no Sato Yoko Cosmos Batake.

This is Mt. Tarumae, taken from Nunohata Station in Tomakomai City on October 29th. The first snowfall on Mt. Tarumae was on October 22nd. In just one week, it has donned a beautiful coat of snow.

Hello! Welcome to the En'emon Folklore Museum! ☀️ The autumn foliage in Shosenkyo Gorge is gradually starting, and beautiful autumn scenery is unfolding. 🍁 Around the Crystal Fountain, the trees are beginning to turn red and yellow, creating a stunning contrast with the blue sky. ✨ It gets chilly in the mornings and evenings, but during the day, you can feel the warm sunshine and pleasant breeze, making it a perfect season for a stroll. 😊 By the way, this weekend, October 31st, is Halloween! 🎃 At the En'emon Folklore Museum, we are welcoming everyone with Halloween decorations! ♪ Inside the museum, you can find various natural stones, and among them, geodes are said to bring good fortune and luck. 💎 Each crystal's unique sparkle is also captivating. ✨ While enjoying the autumn scenery of Shosenkyo, please feel free to stop by! 😃 All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you! ✨

Special Campaign on October 31st 🎉 📣 A lottery event will be held at the roadside station Iwanai!! As part of the ongoing "Hot Spring Election" voting PR, we are conducting a special campaign at the roadside station Iwanai! Surprisingly, everyone who votes will receive a popular No. 1 treat from the roadside station: "Cheese Daifuku"! 🎁✨ Additionally, a lottery with luxurious prizes will also be held! Check out the exciting prizes below⇩⇩⇩ ♨️ Iwanai Hot Spring Accommodation Voucher 🎫 Roadside Station Gift Certificate 🍺 Set of 6 Craft Beers ♨️ Iwanai Hot Spring Bath Voucher ♨️ Iwanai Hot Spring Towel We need just 300 more votes to reach our goal! 🔥 It's the final push! We want more people to know about "Iwanai Hot Spring," nurtured by the rich mountains and sea of Iwanai-cho! Your votes will make a huge difference. If you've already voted, you can vote again using a different email address if you have one! 📅 Event Date and Time: Until 6 PM on October 31st (Saturday) 📍 Venue: Roadside Station Iwanai Please take this opportunity to participate! Thank you for your cooperation!! 🙏✨

The Winter Flower Tour Stamp Rally is now underway!✨ Collect stamps by visiting three flower spots that brighten up winter in Shimoda!💐 Participants in the stamp rally will have a chance to win wonderful prizes through a lottery!👀💙 Stamp Rally Period From October 24, 2026 to January 31, 2027 Application Deadline: February 8, 2027 (postmark valid) 🌟Stamp Locations and Flower Events Shimoda Ropeway | Little Angel Festa Period: From October 24, 2026 to December 12, 2026 Aloe Village | Aloe Period: From December 5, 2026 to January 3, 2027 ⚠️Outside of the above period, stamps are available at the Izu Shirahama Tourism Association Cape Tsumeki | Narcissus Festival Period: From December 20, 2026 to January 31, 2027 ⚠️Outside of the above period, stamps are available at the Shimoda City Tourism Association (2nd floor of Roadside Station Kaikoku Shimoda Minato) *Stamps will be available at each venue during the flower event periods📍 Why not enjoy a flower tour in winter Shimoda?😌🌷

Taken on October 17, 26. It’s the first day of the Kawagoe Festival. This is the float from Shitamachi and Benkei.

"A Carpet of Autumn Spreading Across Daisetsuzan" A scene of autumn encountered around Mt. Kurodake in the Daisetsuzan Volcanic Group, Hokkaido. At my feet, alpine plants dyed in red spread out, and beyond them, the majestic mountain range is woven with yellow, orange, and green high pines. White remnants of snow still cling to the mountainside, coexisting with the brief autumn and the hints of winter. It is like a vibrant carpet of colorful autumn leaves spread across the earth. This is the unforgettable autumn of Daisetsuzan that I encountered in my last year living in Hokkaido.

"Oku-Nikko: Autumn Warmed by Charcoal Fire" This was taken at a shop in front of Yutaki Falls, a famous waterfall in Oku-Nikko, Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture. Surrounded by glowing charcoal fire, there were perfectly grilled dumplings and skewered fish. Behind the firewood wrapped in white ash, bright red embers were shining. Enjoying the autumn foliage in Oku-Nikko, not only the colorful trees but also the warmth of the charcoal fire and the fragrant autumn delicacies are part of the joy of travel. It was a scene that warmed the heart amidst the cold autumn air.

"The vermilion Otorii Gate adorned with cosmos" A scene of autumn encountered at the Koizumi Cosmos Fields in Isesaki City, Gunma Prefecture. The vermilion Otorii Gate towers towards the blue sky, with vibrant pink, white, and reddish-purple cosmos blooming at its feet. The grand appearance of the large gate and the delicate cosmos swaying in the wind. I captured a beautiful landscape woven together by the traditional vermilion of Japan and the autumn flowers in a single photograph.

"The Crimson Bridge Crossing into a New Autumn" Akagi Ohnuma Woodpecker Bridge spans Gunma Prefectural Akagi Park, near Onuma. This bridge, leading to Akagi Shrine, completed its reconstruction on December 16, 2025, welcoming its first autumn in a new form. The vibrant crimson bridge stands against the backdrop of Mt. Akagi, which has begun to turn shades of red and yellow. And the endlessly clear blue sky stretches above. The newly transformed bridge meets the autumn that arrives unchanged every year. I captured this beautiful encounter in a single photograph.

Photographed on October 17, 2014. It is the first day of the Kawagoe Festival. The floats from Kitamachi and Hidesato.

The Tale of the Male and Female Boatmen in Autumn In autumn, the Tsuya River is covered with cluster amaryllis. Male and female boatmen float on the river surface, creating a picturesque scene captured in an aerial view. Tsuya River, Kaizu City, Gifu Prefecture 2026/10

To capture the most beautiful view of Mount Fuji in the morning, I climbed the stone steps of Arakurayama Sengen Park. As the morning light began to appear, I looked up, and the scenery in front of me made me stop in my tracks. The burning red maple trees on both sides of the stone steps intertwined with the rustic yellow lanterns, filling the air with the essence of autumn in Japan. Before reaching the top of the mountain to photograph the iconic five-story pagoda and Mount Fuji, I first pressed the shutter at the bottom of the park, capturing this stunning autumn scene in Japan.

At Salon15 TOOTH TOOTH, located in the Former Kobe Foreign Settlement No. 15 Building, you can experience tea and Western sweets in the nationally designated Important Cultural Property, the Former Kobe Foreign Settlement No. 15 Building. I enjoyed afternoon tea at this beautiful building, the oldest in Kobe. According to my friend Hitomi, we started with the afternoon tea from the bottom tier. The apple chausson had a flaky pastry, and the sweetness of the apple was well-balanced, not too overpowering. The chestnut éclair on the middle tier looked voluminous and seemed filling, but it was light and easy to eat. The tea I chose for a palate cleanser was my favorite, Persian Queen. While enjoying the top tier, I alternated with smoked salmon and fruits to cleanse my palate, enhancing the overall experience of the afternoon tea. I had a truly wonderful time.

This is a photo of a squirrel🐿️ as if it's at the top of Mount Fuji. It's a picture taken at the Squirrel Garden during autumn. The squirrel peeking out is quite adorable, isn't it?