Photographed on August 16, 2014. This is the flower water ceremony of the Senba Toshogu Shrine Grand Festival held on August 17.

The End of a Summer Day July 26, 2026, Sayocho, Hyogo Prefecture, Sunflower Field Captured at the sunflower field in Sayocho, Hyogo Prefecture. I encountered the sight of the summer sun setting beyond the sea of blooming sunflowers at dusk. I pressed the shutter to capture the end of a summer day, as the sky and sunflower field were painted by the sunset.

A Summer Break July 14, 2026 Photographed at Yamasa Lotus Garden, Yumesaki Town, Himeji City, Hyogo Prefecture While photographing the lotus flowers, I spotted a small dragonfly resting on the tip of a petal. Its appearance, as if taking a brief break in the summer sunlight, left a lasting impression, and I gently pressed the shutter.

Announcement of the Onneto Guide Walk 📣 If you want to learn about the rich nature of Hokkaido and Onneto, or if you wish to take a leisurely walk along the quiet lakeside and forest for some relaxation, the "Onneto Guide Walk" is perfect for beginners. Join a guide from Hotori LLC and rediscover the charm of Onneto while strolling by the lakeside. The walk is 3.7 km around Onneto and takes about 2 hours. 🔶 Dates: August 3, 2026 - October 31, 2026 (Please check Hotori LLC's social media for the operating days) 🔶 Location: Lakeside Rest House at Onneto 🔶 Fee: 6,600 yen per person (including insurance), 【10% off for social media followers】 *Free for ages 3 to under 6 🔶 Times: ① 10:00 AM, ② 1:00 PM 🔶 Group Size: 1 to 5 people 🔶 Application Method: Please apply through the application form. 🔶 Other: We are currently not accepting group bookings. Thank you for your understanding. 🔶 Contact: Hotori LLC (Contact: Fuke) TEL: 0156-28-0115 (10:00 AM - 5:00 PM) *If the person in charge is unavailable, we will return your call. 🔶 Hotori LLC's Instagram → @hotori.onneto https://forms.gle/UY2jCNbv693KUe1o7...

The JA Lake Mashu Festival 2026 will be held this year! There will be stage events, a fun lottery, a milk drinking contest, and limited sales of handmade new soba, along with many delicious local products and pottery✨ Of course, there will also be food trucks!🚚 The JA Lake Mashu Festival Date: Saturday, August 29, 2026, from 11 AM to 4 PM Location: 3 Chome-7-12 Chuo, Teshikaga (A Coop Teshikaga) Content: Sale of local specialties, food trucks, and various events We invite everyone to join us!🥰💫 Organized by: Lake Mashu Agricultural Cooperative (JA Lake Mashu) #Teshikaga #Teshikaga #Kawayu Onsen #Hokkaido #Hokkaido

On a summer night, we were delighted to see the watermelon we had grown for the first time bear fruit, and a stag beetle came to visit. Our homegrown watermelon and the beetle we encountered on that summer evening created an unforgettable memory of an unexpected combination.

The Nature of Teshikaga No matter where you look, there is powerful and beautiful magnificent and enchanting nature in Teshikaga. Now is the season to enjoy nature both day and night. Please make the most of your time in Teshikaga!✨ #Teshikaga #Teshikaga #Kawayu Onsen #Hokkaido #Hokkaido

The morning in Azumino and sunflowers In this season filled with greenery, the yellow petals stand out The mornings in Azumino are cool and pleasant, perfect for a walk 😄

The 43rd Nishiokoppe Festival will be held on Sunday, August 30th! It will take place from 10 AM to 3 PM at Nishiokoppe Forest Park. (In case of rain, it will be held at the Nishiokoppe Village Indoor Multipurpose Gymnasium behind Seicomart.) ◇Stage Events✨ Influencer, singer, and actress "Kopi" will be performing, along with a live performance by the amateur band "Nise'z," and music from the Nishinaka Wind Ensemble and the Nishiokoppe Uenshiri Taiko Drum Group. ◇Master of Ceremonies Once again, Kana Morino from HBC Asahikawa Broadcasting will be the host🎤 ◇Lumberjack Competition Participants will compete in cutting logs quickly! We are currently accepting participants! ◇Drink-Bang-Bang-Born Contest This year marks the third time for the competition where participants drink locally sourced grass-fed milk and pop balloons🥛 We are also looking forward to your applications! ◇Grand Lottery One lottery ticket will be given to each visitor. You have a chance to win local specialties and luxurious prizes🎁 ◇Food and Drink Sales, Booths by Local Businesses In addition to selling food, drinks, deer leather crafts, and used books, there will be many booths such as festival stalls and tea ceremony corners. We hope you enjoy exploring every corner of the venue! We sincerely look forward to welcoming many visitors. #Nishiokoppe Village #Nishiokoppe Festival #August 30th #Setoushi-kun #Summer

【News】We are excited to introduce the information for the "120th Nagano Ebisu Fireworks Festival" taking place on November 23rd (Monday, public holiday)!✨ 1 Event Overview 【Event Date】November 23rd (Monday, public holiday) 【Event Time】Starting at 18:00 *Drone show scheduled for 17:30 【Location】Saigawa Daini Greenery, West Side of Nagano Ohashi Bridge 【Number of Fireworks】Approximately 10,000 2 Nagano Ebisu Fireworks Festival Paid Viewing Seats Enjoy the spectacular Nagano Ebisu Fireworks Festival up close! Various types of paid viewing seats are available, allowing you to choose the best option for you. 【Sales Period】 Early Bird Sales: September 1st (Tuesday) from 10:00 General Sales: November 1st (Sunday) from 10:00 【How to Apply】 Ticket Pia* No phone or counter sales available ①Website ②Multi-copy machine at Seven-Eleven stores 3 Official Bus Tour Information This bus tour allows you to relax and enjoy the fireworks from designated seats (folding chairs) on the embankment road. 【Price】23,900 yen per person 【Minimum Number of Participants】20 people 【Tour Guide】Included 【Bus Company】Nagaden Bus or equivalent class 【Viewing Location】Designated seats (folding chairs) on the embankment road 【Special Benefits for Official Tour Participants】 Fireworks Viewing Set: Exclusive to participants, includes a stamp from Nishinomiya Shrine for the Nagano Ebisu Fireworks Festival, a folding cushion, blanket, tote bag, souvenir pack, and more. *The Nishinomiya Shrine stamp is only available to official tour participants. *The folding cushion and blanket feature original designs from the Nagano Ebisu Fireworks Festival. ★You can add accommodation as an option. *For details, please check @ebisukouenkataikai. *The highlights (@nagano_cvb) include links to the official site. #Ebisu Festival #Nagano Ebisu Fireworks Festival #Fireworks Festival #Nagano City #Nagano Tourism

Taken on August 17, 26. This is the banana espresso latte from LEC COFFEE and the salted caramel banana basque cheesecake.🍌 The three-day summer vacation is over, and it's back to work starting today...🫠

Nagano's soul food, "oyaki" is a local dish from Nagano Prefecture made with a dough of wheat or buckwheat flour, wrapped around various fillings such as vegetables, wild plants, mushrooms, and sweet red bean paste. Today, I would like to introduce you to the oyaki from "Azumidō" 😄 They offer over 40 different types of oyaki throughout the year. Inside the shop, there is an irori (traditional sunken hearth) where you can grill and enjoy the oyaki you purchase.♫ Located right by the Azumino Interchange, make sure to stop by Swan Garden when you visit Azumino!

This was taken on August 17, 2026. It is the salted caramel banana basque cheesecake from LEC COFFEE.

Taken on August 17, 26. This is the banana espresso latte from LEC COFFEE. Highly recommended.🍌

Introducing the filming locations of Kento Nakajima's "Oni Koto" MV✨ The MV for "Oni Koto," the opening theme for the popular TV anime "The Elusive Samurai" Season 2, was filmed at a cultural facility in Matsushiro, Nagano City. This time, we will introduce the cultural facility that served as the filming location! ① Matsushiro Castle Ruins In the MV, Kento Nakajima and children are seen gazing at the water from a bridge. It's also famous for cherry blossoms in spring! 【Opening Hours】 April to October: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Last entry at 4:30 PM) November to March: 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM (Last entry at 4:00 PM) 【Admission Fee】 Free ② Matsushiro Literary and Military School Dance scenes were filmed at the spear training area. There are other filming locations, so be sure to explore! 【Opening Hours】 April to October: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Last entry at 4:30 PM) November to March: 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM (Last entry at 4:00 PM) 【Admission Fee】 Individual General: 400 yen / Elementary and Middle School Students: 100 yen Group General: 300 yen / Elementary and Middle School Students: 50 yen ③ Sanada Residence The Sanada Residence garden is an impressive location featured in this MV. The atmosphere of the song matches perfectly with the building, making it a must-see! 【Opening Hours】 April to October: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Last entry at 4:30 PM) November to March: 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM (Last entry at 4:00 PM) 【Admission Fee】 Individual General: 400 yen / Elementary and Middle School Students: 100 yen Group General: 300 yen / Elementary and Middle School Students: 50 yen *Free admission for elementary and middle school students on Saturdays #Oni Koto #Kento Nakajima #The Elusive Samurai #Nagano City #Nagano Tourism

Hello everyone, this is the Shosenkyo Gorge Tourism Association. Yesterday in Shosenkyo was a day with lots of clouds, making it relatively cool and comfortable. 🌿 During the Obon holiday, many of you visited Shosenkyo. Thank you very much to everyone who came! The hot days are still continuing, so please remember to stay hydrated and take care of your health. ☀️ When you feel like going somewhere a bit cooler, please do visit Shosenkyo. ⛰️ Enjoy the rich greenery and the scenic views of the gorge while taking your time to relax. We look forward to your visit! 😊 Date of photography: August 17th.

Introduction of Tsuba from Wakedo Model Number: T380801 Title: Ryugu Shisya zu Tsuba Signature: Syo yo ken Mitsutoshi Nobukatsu Certification: [N.B.T.H.K.] Hozon Tousougu Dimensions: Length 71mm, Width 68mm, Thickness 4.1mm Period: Late Edo School: Yagami school Description Mitsutoshi Nobukatsu of the Yagami school is the younger brother of the first Hizen Yagami Mitsuhiro. He traveled extensively and became a disciple of Nanjo Toshiyuki's family in Edo, marrying Yoshiko, the daughter of the Miyamoto family. After the death of his elder brother, he returned to Hizen Yagami, took over the family business, and adopted the name Naganosuke, becoming the second Mitsuhiro. The Yagami school specializes in iron tsuba and is known for its skill in depicting monkeys, but this piece features intricate high-relief color inlays with a design of the messenger from the Dragon Palace, showcasing meticulous craftsmanship and high skill. Nanjo Toshiyuki became part of the Hamano school, so this remarkable work can indeed be said to be a masterpiece by the second Mitsuhiro, who trained in the Hamano style in Edo.

Reiwa 8 Summer Special Exhibition "Bungo-Ono's Place of Learning" ❚ Until October 4, Reiwa 8 The Reiwa 8 Summer Special Exhibition "Bungo-Ono's Place of Learning" is being held at the Bungo-Ono City Museum Geopark Museum in Mie Town, Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture. This exhibition allows you to explore the history of education in Bungo-Ono through historical materials carefully preserved at the museum from the Edo period to before World War II. In Reiwa 7, all elementary and junior high schools in the city became integrated schools, marking a new milestone in the community's education system. This exhibition invites you to reflect on the educational memories that have nurtured children at a time when the shape of schools is about to change significantly. 【Period】Until October 4 (Sunday), Reiwa 8 【Location】Bungo-Ono City Museum Geopark Museum (881 Uchida, Mie Town) 【Opening Hours】9 AM to 5 PM 【Closed】Mondays and holidays (September 21-23) 【Admission Fee】Free ■■Access from Fukuoka Prefecture and Kumamoto Prefecture to the center of Bungo-Ono City■■■ Approximately 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station, Fukuoka Prefecture Approximately 2 hours by car from JR Kumamoto Station, Kumamoto Prefecture Approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes by car from JR Beppu Station, Oita Prefecture Approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes by car from JR Yufuin Station, Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Introducing tourist attractions and recommended spots in Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■

The Flower Path Leading to Mori Yume There is a road that continues from the main entrance of Hotel Rimu to the national highway. In early August, the flower beds along that road were in full bloom. The contrast of the flowers is beautiful, but my favorite is the white leaves 🍃 While looking back at my photos, I found pictures of the flower bed taken at the end of June. Comparing them was surprising 😳 I couldn't believe how different the plants looked from when they were first planted! I realized that the imagination to plant with growth in mind and the daily care help create such a lovely flower bed. It's a road I often drive on, but when you stay at Hotel Rimu, please take a stroll nearby and enjoy the flower beds! #Nishiokoppe Village #Flower Bed #Hotel Rimu #Summer #Plants

Taken on August 17, 26. This is the quiche plate from LEC COFFEE. It features quiche with ratatouille and two types of sausage. Accompanied by a salad with edamame🫛, homemade bread, and chilled corn potage.

Manda Pit is recommended for a day trip from Kumamoto City. You can experience a different aspect of Kumamoto's modernization history, unlike nature and hot springs. Why not add a touch of intellectual exploration to your usual Kumamoto trip? This is a unique spot in Arao City where you can actually walk and view a UNESCO World Heritage site. [Visiting Information] 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:30 PM) / Closed: Mondays (the following weekday if a holiday) and during the New Year holidays / Admission: 410 yen for adults and university students, 310 yen for high school students, 210 yen for elementary and middle school students / Manda Pit Station (free exhibition room and ticket sales) #KumamotoDayTrip #AraoCityTourism #HistoricalTourism #LearningTrip #IndustrialHeritage #ModernizationOfJapan #MandaCoalMine #Kumamoto #AraoCity #KumamotoTravel #JapanTravel #VisitJapan #WorldHeritage #JapaneseHistory

【Late Summer!】 This summer, head to the not-too-hot Minami-Izu 🌊☀️ ● About beach activities https://x.gd/Yiubz... ● Minami-Izu Town continues to have zero extreme heat days (as of August 17)! https://x.gd/WewOB... ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ 🏖️ Beach ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ A stunning beach with white sands and blue pines, selected as one of Japan's top 100 beaches and top 100 bathing spots! Yumigahama Beach 📅 July 18 - August 30 This year, Yumigahama Splash Water Park is back 🛟 Enjoy water activities and swimming together. Yumigahama Splash Water Park 📅 Until August 23 (Sunday) ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ 🤿 Activities ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ A hidden beach accessible only by boat 🚤 Thanks to the Kuroshio Current, it boasts excellent visibility and is a snorkeling paradise with abundant fish 🐠 📅 Until September 30 (Wednesday) 🚢 Hirizo Beach swimming tour now accepting applications! Departure dates: September 19 - 21 Adults 6,500 yen / Children 5,500 yen Tour application here https://x.gd/ZH3a4... Yagawahama and Tawara-hama ferry (Mera) July 18 - August 31 * Starts July 25! IZU THE SOUTH 34°N: https://www.izu34n.jp// * Summer posters are also on sale! B1 (Iro Shrine) 500 yen, B2 (Hammerhead Shark, two types of fireflies from Ihama) 300 yen (Free distribution for Minami-Izu residents) 📷 Photo contest is also underway! Winning entries will receive luxurious prizes. Application here https://x.gd/LRM7Q...

🌻Sunflower Field🌻 In Teshikaga, there are spots where you can see many charming sunflowers blooming beautifully during this season❣️ And guess what! Yesterday and today might be just perfect for full bloom?! You can easily find the location by searching for Taisei Rotec Co., Ltd. Teshikaga Asphalt Plant. Enter the road next to the Teshikaga Town Speed Skating Rink! Please be careful as this place is different from where I posted last year⚠️ There is a parking area in front of the field, so please share the space responsibly🅿️ I hope you enjoy many sunflowers this year as well🌻

Saijo City Summer Fireworks Festival Sponsor Names Thanks to your support and cooperation, we were able to successfully hold this fireworks festival. We sincerely appreciate everyone who sponsored this event. Your warm support has been a great strength in making the fireworks festival possible. It has also been featured on the Saijo City Tourism and Product Association's website. Thank you very much.

On August 14, 2026, the Komatsu Fire Festival was held in Ogata Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture. This fire festival, believed to have originated in the Edo period, is a traditional event dedicated to the memorial of the village headman who fell victim to a rebellion, as well as a prayer for abundant harvests. At 7:30 PM, the flames lit up the wide fields, slowly rising and creating a unique landscape of Ogata Town. It was a night that felt both lively and, in some way, serene. ■■Access to the center of Bungoono City from Fukuoka Prefecture and Kumamoto Prefecture■■■ Approximately 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture Approximately 2 hours by car from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture Approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes by car from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture Approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes by car from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Introducing sightseeing and recommended spots in Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture, Kyushu ■■■■■■■■■■■■

The nature interaction event "Lecture and Rediscovery of Mashu's Nature" will be held! The nature interaction event "Lecture and Rediscovery of Mashu's Nature" - Stories of Volcanoes, Forests, and Lakes - will take place on September 12th at the Kawayu Visitor Center! The natural environment of the Mashu area is shaped by a dynamic connection where forests grow and lakes are born on land created by volcanic activity. In this course, we will introduce the nature of this region (including topography, plants, and animals) while looking at photographs and materials, clearly unraveling "What kind of nature is here, and why can we see this landscape?" This is a time to reflect on the familiar nature of Mashu. We aim to provide an opportunity for a "rediscovery" that makes the landscapes we always see appear slightly different. Nature Interaction Event at Teshikaga Town Public Hall and Kawayu Visitor Center Lecture and Rediscovery of Mashu's Nature - Stories of Volcanoes, Forests, and Lakes - Date: September 12th (Saturday) Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Location: Kawayu Visitor Center Instructor: Kawayu Visitor Center Staff Participation Fee: Free Capacity: 15 people Application Deadline: September 4th (Apply at Teshikaga Town Public Hall. Phone: 015-482-2340) *Please make sure to apply by phone to Teshikaga Town Public Hall in advance, and note that the event will be held at Kawayu Visitor Center.

Today, I visited LEC COFFEE. They are selling character bookmarks from K2M for charity. All proceeds will be donated to Kumamoto and Venezuela, which were affected by earthquakes. I also contributed to this cause.

Kushiro River Kawamachi Jumbo Rally in Teshikagacho THE Riverside The event will be held for three days on August 18 (Tuesday), 19 (Wednesday), and 22 (Saturday) at the Kushiro River Interaction Plaza in Teshikagacho. There will be plenty of activities for everyone from children to adults, including ride events, river play, and treasure hunting! It's an event where people from inside and outside the town can interact and experience the charm of Teshikagacho. Schedule ■August 18 (Tuesday) 15:00 - 20:30 Experience enjoying rivers and water / Oni Kiri Cyan LIVE / Watermelon smashing / Makomo steaming experience / Sparkler fireworks, etc. ■August 19 (Wednesday) 13:00 - 20:00 Fish touch pool / Watermelon smashing / Kushiro River Sparkling Operation / Makomo steaming experience, etc. ■August 22 (Saturday) 10:00 - 20:00 Disaster prevention experience / Water battle & watermelon smashing / Oni Kiri Cyan LIVE / Dance performance, etc. The "Kushiro River Sparkling Operation" starting at 15:00 on the 19th is free to participate with a capacity of 20 people! Participants will receive a 1,000 yen gift certificate for Lake Mashu products 🎁 Please check the flyer for more details. We look forward to your participation!

Introducing a classic travel route in Hokkaido, covering Kushiro Prince Hotel, Kussharo Prince, Kushiro Shitsugen, Roadside Station, Mt. Io, and Sunayu. Based at Kushiro Prince, explore the unseen landscapes and natural wonders waiting in Kussharo. For estimated travel times, check from the profile👆 Follow us to receive the latest updates from 📍Kushiro Prince Hotel!✨ https://www.instagram.com/kushiroprincehotel/...

How about waking up to a sweet aroma in the morning? On the buffet table, you'll find colorful vegetables, Hokkaido potato butter croquettes, and fluffy scrambled eggs made with local eggs. And, pancakes that you can cook yourself. Enjoy a breakfast featuring Hokkaido ingredients, savoring the blessings of nature🍚✨ Take a leisurely morning in Kussharo, a slightly luxurious time. May such moments add color to your journey☀ Please follow us to receive the latest information from Kussharo Prince Hotel🌿 https://www.instagram.com/kussharo_ph/...