🌸 Akebono Azalea 🌸 The azalea 🌸 blooms from mid-April and can be enjoyed until early May at the longest. It is a very large deciduous broad-leaved tree of the genus Azalea of the family Azaleaceae and is found on rocky cliffs in high mountains above 1000 m. The most early blooming among high mountain azaleas. It grows wild in clusters near the Morotsukayama West Trailhead, and the scenery of colorful pink flowers blooming in the mountains in Spring is a superb view ✨ The Akebono Azalea Cluster of trees on Mt. Morotsuka is about 5 minutes up the hill from the Torii (shrine gate) ⛩️ gate at the west trailhead. Appreciation is easy without authentic mountain climbing, so many people from all over Kyushu visit to see this nature 🍃. Morotsukayama's azaleas are about to reach their Best time to visit! Please come and 😊 see the cherry blossoms

The azaleas at Nezu Shrine are 🤤 in full bloom This is Located in, Tokyo It is Nezu Shrine. From mid to late April every year The azaleas are in full bloom. This is the only place in Tokyo where you can enjoy so many azaleas! Please come and visit us 😊

Photographed 4/24/25. I went to the Taiwan Fair Held in at Maruhiro Department Store. It is a bean flower from Shanhai Douhua and a Taiwanese donut. The bean blossoms contain boiled peanuts, mung beans, milk warabi mochi, sencho jelly, Sweet potato Dango, and taro Dango. This is Mr. 168's chicken rice. I thoroughly enjoyed it. 😊

〈Three ways to enjoy the Ezo spruce forest〉 While taking a walk, sometimes you can get close to the tree, or pull back to look at it... If you use not only sight but also hearing, smell, and touch, you will make a series of unexpected discoveries! You can also feel the changes of the seasons, and walking in the forest becomes even more enjoyable. Behind the Kawayu Visitor Center, there are Thereare two walking paths centered on a natural forest of Ezo spruce. This time, we have created a part of the "Ezo spruce forest guidebook" lined up at the Kawayu Visitor Center. The pamphlet describes many other ways to enjoy it in addition to the three, so if you want to know more about it, please see the above brochure.

Hello everyone watching Cool Japan Videos! This is the Shobara Tourism Promotion Organization (Shobara DMO) from Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture. Located in the northeastern part of Hiroshima Prefecture, Shobara City is a sightseeing destination blessed with nature where you can enjoy seasonal scenery. In spring, there are cherry blossoms; in summer, fireflies and fresh greenery; in autumn, colorful foliage and trekking; and in winter, snow. You can enjoy local food, agriculture, outdoor activities, and nature walks. Please follow and check us out as a travel reference! ✨ If you want to learn more about the nature-rich Shobara City in Hiroshima Prefecture, please see our basic profile and the Shobara Tourist Navi website. 😍

The season for fireflies has arrived again. Kikuchi City is a famous firefly spot known as “Japan’s number one firefly home.” You can see them along the Nikakiga River and the Watase River in the Asahi-shi area of Kikuchi City. The places where you can see fireflies in Japan are decreasing year by year. Fireflies do not only thrive where the water is pristine. They prefer places with gentle water flow, sandy or gravelly riverbeds, low ambient light, quiet surroundings, and the presence of freshwater snails such as kawanina. They favor these limited types of habitat. As global environmental issues worsen, the habitats where fireflies can live are also shrinking. Even so, you can still see many fireflies in Kikuchi City. Fireflies spend their larval stage growing in the water for about a year while storing food. They then pupate and emerge as adults. As adults, they live for about two weeks. In other words, out of the 365 days of the year, the period when you can enjoy fireflies is only about two weeks. Also, adult fireflies do not eat. They spend their adult lives without feeding. The fireflies we watch are living through a life that ends in a flash. Each year we can see them because, despite that short life, they reliably pass their life on to the next generation. We are very happy that fireflies can be viewed in Kikuchi City again this year. Please come and visit Kikuchi City to enjoy firefly viewing. □ Best viewing times ・Nikakiga River: mid-May ・Watase River: mid-May to late May □ Viewing areas ・Kikuchi City, Asahi-shi Obara (Obara district) ・Kikuchi City, Asahi-shi Fumoto (Takayanagi district) □ Parking…parking available in each district ・Obara district parking (Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays only, 200 yen) (May 11–early June) ・Takayanagi district parking (free) (May 17–early June) □ Viewing etiquette ・Do not shine flashlights or lights at the fireflies → Fireflies dislike strong light. Shining phone lights or using a flash can cause them to hide. It also disturbs other viewers. ・Do not make loud noises or cause disturbances → Loud noise will scare the fireflies and bother nearby residents. Please be considerate as viewing takes place at night. ・Do not catch or take them home → Adult fireflies can fly for only one to two weeks. Enjoy watching them living in the wild. ・Take your trash home with you → Fireflies live in clean environments. Let’s all protect the beautiful natural environment. ・Follow traffic rules → Viewing takes place at night. Please watch for people stepping onto roads. Road restrictions may be in place around viewing areas during the viewing season. Please cooperate to help keep viewers safe.

Shark Scramble 🦈 You can go on a day trip! Shark swimming adventure in Tateyama, Chiba The other day, members of Hokule'a Shonan went to 🫧 "Shark's Scramble" in Tateyama, Chiba As the name suggests, it is a very impressive dive site with many sharks coming and going in front of you! On this day, guests from overseas also participated 🇯🇵 "I can't believe I can swim with sharks in Japan!" and I was very 😊 impressed by the impression The point is the diving Spot "Ito" in Tateyama. Here, you can observe the sharks that gather in search of food and swim around in front of you. Encounters with a wide variety of creatures such as tiger sharks, spiders, and rays are attractive, and it is a popular sea with many repeaters as well as first-time visit. And if Hokule'a Shonan ... Diving to Tateyama is also OK for a day trip! Some people may think, "Isn't Chiba far from Kanagawa?" We will guide you by Car from JR Hiratsuka Station and can also accommodate pick-up at stations along the way. Therefore, it is a big attraction 🚗💨 that you can easily participate even from the Tokyo and Kanagawa areas Some people are worried, "Aren't sharks dangerous?" Rest assured that the sharks here are accustomed to people and are not of an aggressive kind. After thorough safety management, we support even beginners so that they can enjoy it with peace of mind! "I want to swim with sharks someday!" Such a dream comes true with this Shark Scramble in Ito. Why don't you experience the power and mystery of the sea world together? 😊 📍 Held in by request! Please feel free to contact us 🌸 ▶ 【Experience Diving, Fun Diving, Sense Course Accepting】 #SharkDive #SharkScramble #DiveWithSharks #JapanDiving #ChibaDive #OnlyInJapan #HokuleaShonan #DiveJapan #PrivateDiveExperience #ExploreTheBlue #OceanLovers #UnderwaterAdventure #SafeDiving #BeginnerFriendly #SeaYouSoon

Ikeda Town Tourism Opening Ceremony Announcement🍷 Every year, Ikeda Town holds the Tourism Opening Ceremony to pray for a successful tourist season. The ceremony for safety prayers and a bountiful flow of visitors is paired with events that residents and tourists can enjoy together. The Tokachi Blue Sky Ladies will also attend to add a touch of elegance to the ceremony. If you have time, please come and join us. Date: Saturday, April 26th, 2025 Time: 10:30 AM–around 2:00 PM Location: In front of JR Ikeda Station * The event may be canceled in case of rain. If canceled, announcements will be posted on the Ikeda Town Tourism Association website and social media. Ikeda Town Tourism Association → @tokachi_ikeda The fountain opening ceremony in front of Ikeda Station begins at 10:30 AM, and vendor events start at 11:00 AM. Program ● Fountain Opening Ceremony in front of the station ● Local food and products corner ● Wine-pouring experience into the fountain ● Children’s festival corner ● TOCORON (Tocoron) Ikeda version Banana Manju Macaron on sale ● Performance by Ikeda High School Wind Ensemble Vendors Super Ryokuen, Hiro Kitchen, Tokachi Ikedaya (Café & Life akao, son of Juraku), Ikeda Town Chamber of Commerce Youth Division, TOCORON Project Team (volunteer high school circle from Tokachi area) Contact Ikeda Town Tourism Association (Tel: 015-572-2286) * Please note that program details may change. https://kankou-ikeda.com//

From Sakai to the Expo site by boat. No traffic, perfect views. Comfortable access via the water route✨ Departing from Sakai Old Port, it’s only 30 minutes to the Expo site. Take this boat and you’ll no longer worry about traffic jams or crowded crowds. No road congestion, no long lines on station platforms. Onboard, just enjoy the water-city scenery of Osaka as the breeze blows🏯 The evening sail is especially recommended. After enjoying the Expo, avoid the rush-hour trains and return to Sakai on a relaxing cruise. It’s travel that feels like a mini getaway even though it’s just transportation. With a slightly different way to get there, make your Expo experience more comfortable and more special. 🎫Search “Universal Cruise” to make a reservation!

Osaka Festival! — EXPO2025 Spring Showcase The Osaka Festival — EXPO Spring Showcase will take place at the Osaka-Kansai Expo EXPO Arena. Around 40 floats and platforms gathered from across Osaka, including danjiri, yagura, and taiko-dai, will come together in one place! A vibrant lineup of energetic festivals will open Osaka Week. From Sakai City, the Keana-cho danjiri and the Shinzaikehama futon taiko will be demonstrated and exhibited. 📅 Dates and times: Friday, May 9 — Danjiri Keana-cho (Naka Ward) Saturday, May 10 — Futon Taiko Shinzaikehama (Sakai Ward) 🔴 Registration: No advance registration required Anyone attending the Osaka-Kansai Expo is welcome to join. 🏠 Venue: Osaka-Kansai Expo EXPO Arena 🔍 For details, search “Re-Discover”! 🔍 Also be sure to check the Sakai Tourism Guide Expo special site (If you come to Expo, please come to Sakai too). We look forward to seeing you there!😄

The 3rd India DAY in Sakai✨3rd India DAY in Sakai🎉 😋 Booths will feature Indian food, spices, and sundries, and the stage will showcase a packed lineup including Bollywood dance and traditional Indian dance, as well as Japanese traditional arts such as Japanese taiko drumming!

On February 2, 2025, visit Heian Jingu Shrine to visit the festival ceremony of the Setsubshi Festival and pray for good luck for the year.

On February 1, 2025, I went to Yoshida Shrine to participate in the Setsubshi Festival, and the "ghosts" roared and chased and scared many children. #Cool Japan #Visit Japan #Photo contest

We will introduce the "outing Information" of Minami-Izu Town GW. ◆Tuesday, April 29 ・The 14th Charity Bazaar for the Great East Japan Earthquake Reconstruction Events 10:00~15:00 Shimogamo Tropical Botanical Garden Stalls of food, miscellaneous goods, local vegetables, sales of Specialty products of Minamisoma City, Fukushima Prefecture, exhibition of photographs, etc. https://www.minami-izu.jp/?p=we-page-event-entry...... ・ Hikima experience day 10:00~15:00 Izu Shimoda Equestrian Club 1st session 10:00~12:00, 2nd session 13:00~15:00 https://www.minami-izu.jp/?p=we-page-event-entry...... ◆Saturday, May 3 ・Irouzaki Fashion Park 2025 10:00~16:00 @Ishirouzaki Ocean Park Let's dress up and gather in Irouzaki! Stalls available ◆May 5 (Mon) ~ 6 (Tue) ・Roadside station Shimogamo Onsen Yunohana GW Events 10:00~15:00 @Roadside station Shimogamo Onsen Yunohana Ring throwing, Super Ball scooping, various Stalls ◆~Until April 30 *Held in ・Ihama Margaret Hunt https://www.minami-izu.jp/?p=we-page-event-entry......　 ◆~Until May 5 *Held in, please contact us ・Picking bamboo shoots (Bamboo shoot Shokudo) Ichijo Bamboo shoot Village https://www.minami-izu.jp/?p=we-page-event-entry...... ◆~Until May 6 *Held in, please contact us ・Strawberry picking @Baby Berry Farm https://www.minami-izu.jp/?p=we-page-event-entry......

Photographed on April 5, 25. This is LEC COFFEE's matcha tiramisu.

📍 “Futari demo Sakai” Heart-Pounding Darts Journey! 🎯🚶‍♂️ Decide destinations with a dart throw and solve challenges about each spot as you tour the city on this fresh travel experience.✨ Rediscover Sakai’s charms and set off on an exciting adventure.💡💛 📅 Event Period: March 14 (Friday) – May 31 (Saturday) ✅ Free to participate 🆓 ✅ No reservation required 📆✖️ ✅ Win prizes 🎁🎯 🔍For details, search “Futari demo Sakai” on the Sakai Tourism Guide website!

[Yamanashi Prefecture Drone Business Council established] Today, the Fujikawa Development Corporation with members and established the Yamanashi Prefecture Drone Business Council Have. In the future, the council will fly in the event of a disaster We will provide training and human resource development. As the second part, in the event of a disaster using a logistics drone We made a demonstration flight as expected.

On Monday, May 5th, we will Held in the 35th Rekibune River Clear Stream Carp Streamer Children's Day Mini Events! Held in Fire Festa at the same time this year! You can experience a test drive Car ladder and Water release. In addition, Self-Defense Force Cars and "Space Nancha Kotetsuku" are also coming! Please come and visit us! Date & Time: Monday, May 5, 2025, 10 a.m. ~ 2 p.m. Location: Rekifune River Taikibashi upstream riverbed https://visit-taiki.hokkaido.jp/tp_detail.php?id=411...

【Akisei Observation decks】 ◎First Observation deck In the Akisei Observation decks, there There are the first Observation deck and the second Observation deck. The first Observation deck is currently 🌳 tall and cannot be seen. Fun the ♪ open space ◎ 2nd Observation deck 360° Panoramic Observation decks at an elevation of 1000m with a panoramic view from Nobeoka to Aso in the distance. Can✨ When the weather is nice, you can see the scenery of Hyuga Nada and Mt. Osuzu, as well as the chimney of Asahi Kasei with the naked eye. Since it faces the direction of the rising Sunrise 🌄, some people come to see the first sunrise. *All photos were taken from the 2nd Observation deck. (Photo: Junhiro Aya) There is little light in the buildings and the sky is beautiful, so some people come to take pictures of the starry sky 🌟 We are welcome. ◎ Car parking lot If you go straight without turning towards the Observation deck, there is a parking lot 🅿️ Car the back. Why don't you 🤗 come and take panoramic photos 📷 of the Four Seasons at the Akisei Observation decks?

[🌸 Gokase Cherry Blossom Viewing 2025 Application Photo Introduction ~ 10th ~🌸] The works submitted for the "#Gokase Hanami 2025" Held in on the Instagram Account of the Gokase Tourism Association are still accepting applications for the photo contest once it has been completed 💪🌸 today, so please 🤗✨ apply Mr. @_yuta610 Mr. @fowafuwarin5 Mr. @meiko_ryu @tokotan2._.2 (in no particular order) This time, there were a lot of cherry blossoms at night, and 👏 post can't take night photos at all no matter what I do, even if I use a stepladder, but I wonder how everyone can take beautiful night photos tarako really 🤔 wonderful!! Also, I will 🤗💡 post it when I gather works that I can introduce -------------------------------------------------------------------- ≪#Gokase Hanami 2025 How to apply≫ Please follow the Gokase Tourism Association Instagram Account and post 🤳❤️ 🔥 photos of flowers taken in Gokase In the Town on Instagram with the two hashtags #Gokase Hanami 2025 and #shooting date (e.g. #March 20) Gokase Tourism Association Instagram Account https://www.instagram.com/gokase_kanko/... Period: Thursday, March 20, 2025 to Sunday, May 11, 2025 ⚠️ Other terms and conditions are Publication on the Gokase Tourism Association website. Please be sure to read it when applying. https://www.town.gokase.miyazaki.jp/kanko/ivent/1962.html... ⚠️ Please be careful of accidents when shooting.

The Icelandic poppies in the forest park are 🤤 in full bloom This is the Musashi Hills National Forest Park Located in in Namerikawa Town, Saitama Prefecture. Flowers bloom throughout the year. Among them, the Icelandic poppy field is worth seeing. I think it will continue until GW, so please come and visit us 😊

Akebonoyama Agricultural Park is famous for its tulips. Photo opportunities are before and after the Sunrise rises. This year, I was also able to enjoy the cherry blossoms of the nearby Akebono Mountain.

Photographed on April 5, 25. This is LEC COFFEE's sakura soda.

I was able to go to the birthplace of the alley in the back again this year. Ogaki City, Gifu Prefecture 2025/4

This Spring, I stopped by a wonderful row of cherry blossom trees. Cherry blossom trees in Gifu Prefecture 2025/4

Photographed on April 5, 25. It is a boat trip on the Shingashi River behind the Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. The boatman is doing his best.

After all, Mount Fuji Saiko

【News】Night cherry blossom Light up 🌸 From the Iwauchi Tourism Association It was scheduled from 4/21 Light up cherry blossoms at night by looking at the blooming status of cherry blossoms It starts 🌸 tomorrow, Thursday, April 24 This year, we have expanded the Light up section! Check ✅ out the details below ・Period: 4/24 (Thu) – 5/18 (Sun) * Subject to change depending on the cherry blossom situation ・Time: 18:00-21:00 ・Light up section 　Iwauchi Town Town Hall First Torii (shrine gate)〜 　　　Near Iwauchi Shrine Street Water Garden ・ Car parking lot 　In front of Iwauchi Town Town Hall 　Please Use Town hall temporary parking Car 　⚠️ Please refrain ⚠️ from parking Car on the street Requests and Cautions 🙇🏻 ♀️ Do not touch the lighting fixtures. Try not to look directly at the lighting. We look 🌸 forward to seeing you ・Lotus Temple 4/26-5/5 19:00-22:00 ・Gonsuien Garden 5/3-5/6 18:00-20:30 The above facilities are also Light up in Spring Light up There are 💡

\"Izumi Meat Festival" Held in! 🍖／ Held in the 20th anniversary of Izumi City, the Izumi Meat Festival will be held 🎊✨ on Saturday, May 10 and Sunday, May 11 The venue is the north Car parking lot of the Takaono Branch Office (the parking lot in front of the main office Car Takaono the Tsurumachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry). In addition to enjoying exquisite meat gourmet food, Izumi City's Specialty products are sold, and stage events are also available 🚚🎶 for the whole family to enjoy. In addition, "Premium Gift Certificates" will also be on sale on the day! For 1,000 yen, you can purchase a gift certificate worth 1,500 yen. In addition, we are looking for participants for the #BBQ, which has been well received every time! (First 20 booths) The application method and details are as follows. 🍖BBQ date and time Sunday, May 11, 2025 11:00~14:00 (*BBQ will be Held in Traditional Japanese straw raincoat on Sundays.) ） 🍖How to apply for BBQ participation Please apply in one of the following ways. (1) When applying electronically Please fill in the required information on the dedicated page and apply. https://shinsei.pref.kagoshima.jp/SksJuminWeb/EntryForm?id=RGc8KRz5... (2) When applying by fax Please fill out the application form and send it to FAX: 0996-63-1331 to apply. Please take this opportunity to Enjoy the BBQ at the venue! !! * Cancellation is not possible after application. Held in around the venue during the Events, and Use the free shuttle bus is convenient due 🚌 to implementation of traffic restrictions and expected congestion Click here for 👇 details https://www.city.kagoshima-izumi.lg.jp/page/page_011061.html...

Horticulture LABO Hill provides "time" and "space" to deepen your understanding while enjoying gardening through the actual experience of "learning", "making", and "eating". We would like to inform you of the experience menu for May. Held in experiences require reservations. Reservations start on April 12th, so please make a reservation as soon as you see the flyer and think "I want to try it!" In addition, there are experiences that can be done without a reservation, so please stop by when you come to Mihama. Horticulture LABO Hill l Address: 美浜町久々子35-32-1 Phone: 0770-47-6162 Hours: 9:30~17:00 Closed: Monday (or the following weekdays if it is a holiday) 　　　　May is 5/7,12,19,26 https://www.pref.fukui.lg.jp/doc/noushi/engeitaikensisetsu/event.html...