🏮✨Yukata Night 2025✨🏮 ＼Why not make this summer’s memories here?／ 📅 Date: Sunday, August 10, 2025 🕒 Time: 2:30 PM–7:30 PM 📍 Venue: Tokachigawa Onsen Yunonosato Hall 👘A summer festival where the yukata takes center stage🌙 Enjoy a summer night as a slightly different you. 🟡 Balloon release🎈・Otofukecho Komata Drum Performance 🟡 Log-cutting race・Yukata contest 💝Exciting prizes available!! 🟡 Children’s festival stalls (target shooting, yo-yo fishing, etc.) 🟡 Food stalls and kitchen cars🍺🍙 🌟 Visitors wearing yukata or jinbei will receive a 500-yen voucher redeemable at the venue (children will receive festival tickets) as a gift🎁 ※You are welcome to attend in everyday clothes as well! 🎐Check the images for details! We will share updates as they come! We look forward to seeing many of you 😊

Photographed 7/26/25. Prayer at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. It is a rim musubi wind chime. 🎐

Showa Kinen Park fireworks festival in Tachikawa. The fireworks that suddenly came were so beautiful that my eyes lit up.

It grows over several years and comes out on the ground, but lives only about one week But the cicadas are doing their best to stay alive for the past week Let's keep an eye on the cicadas as they work hard to get into this week

It is a wind chime displayed in a temple in Sayo Town, Hyogo Prefecture. You can feel the coolness from your eyes and ears.

【Information on Iron Exhibition Hall Events】 Let's make a "handmade knife"! Gari is surprised that an unexpectedly authentic knife is made from five nails! There is also an afternoon session, so please come and visit us ♪ Date: Sunday, July 27 　　　Afternoon session: ▶ 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Location: Sakaki Town Iron Exhibition Hall Participation fee: 500 yen (admission fee not included) Capacity: First 30 people

Photographed 7/26/25. It is a demonstration of the Kawagoe clan arquebus.

Kono Fireworks instantly turn summer fatigue into energy... Of course the light and sound are stunning, but the intense vibrations that you feel through your body are the best!! Those were the moving comments we received from everyone. Thanks to the visitors who came and to everyone involved in preparation and operations working together, Kono’s summer feast concluded safely, carrying hope for next year. A big thank you to everyone!! Thank you!! indeed... Thank you very much.

Photographed 7/26/25. It is Koite Water of Kawagoe Kumano Shrine. It is a Kawagoe million light summer festival specification. 🏮

Yesterday was the Kawagoe Million Lights Summer Festival. 🏮

【Information on Iron Exhibition Hall Events】 Summer Vacation Support Project!! Let's make a "handmade knife"! Date & Time: Sunday, July 27 (1) 10 a.m. – noon 　　　　　　　　　　 (2) 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Capacity: First 30 people for both (1) and (2) Participation fee: 500 yen (admission fee not included) Workshop to make your own Original knife using five-sun nails, Summer ♪ Vacation crafts, etc. 😚

Hello. I'm Minamoto ☺️ The hot days continue, but Shosenkyo Gorge feels cool with its abundant greenery. It's a great season to soothe yourself with forest bathing while listening to birdsong and enjoying the green 🌳🍃. As the babble of the mountain stream and the powerful rush of Senga Falls fill the air, walk the well-maintained path that threads between the rocks and feel the strength and gentleness of nature all around you. Enjoy the thrill of passing beneath a large overhanging rock face and the beauty of the greenery reflected on the water ✨ The entire Shosenkyo area is a power spot that cleanses the mind and body ♪ After your walk, please enjoy shopping and dining in the Takiue Area, the Crystal Road. 😊 All our staff look forward to welcoming you from the bottom of our hearts.

2025.7.25 Pothole Tour Held in due to the weather, but by the time the tour started, the sky was clear and blue. It was very impressive to see the children enjoying jumping into the waterfall basin sparkling in the sunlight over and over again. I would be very happy if it was a good summer memory for your family. There is a very much for your participation. ✴︎About the Pothole Tour︎ ✴ Deep in Toyooka Village, in one of the largest potholes in Japan, this is a plan to enjoy river walking and river activities. Guides with expert qualifications in outdoor emergency services will support your experience. Held in until early September. We are still accepting reservations, so please feel free to contact us. Details of the tour can be found on the Toyooka Travel Time Home page. https://www.vill-nagano-toyooka-kanko.jp/pothole-tour/...

🌸Shinyan and Nyanko’s Layered Stamp Rally Tour 🌸 Extended due to popular demand!! Event period Friday, August 1, 2025 – Friday, October 31, 2025 Extended period Friday, August 1, 2025 – Wednesday, December 31, 2025 Join Shimanto City Tourism Association’s official characters, Shinyan and Nyanko, for a stamp rally that lets you enjoy Shimanto City! This isn’t just any stamp — these are layered stamps. As you stack each stamp, by the end…ta‑da! A single piece of art appears✨ Turn your completed sheet into a postcard! It’s perfect as a travel keepsake or a gift for friends💌 Why not create your own Shimanto art? How to enjoy — it’s super easy♪ 1. Get a stamp sheet! → Sheets are distributed in limited numbers at each facility. If one place runs out, another might still have them! 2. Stack and stamp five stamps! → Stamps 1–5 share the same design in either area. The final image is the same even if you don’t stamp in order! 3. Once all stamps are in place, a cute Shinyan art piece is complete🎨 → You can take it home as a postcard✨ 4. Show your completed sheet and… → The first 500 visitors receive an original cotton tote bag as a gift🎁 Two areas — start anywhere you like Stamp spots form one design across the Nakamura Area and the Nishitosa Area. Because stamps 1–5 are common, collecting them in either area yields the same final image♪ Nakamura Area🐾 1. Shimanto River Museum Akitsuio — Admission required A facility where you can learn about the creatures of the Shimanto River. With dragonfly and insect specimens and displays of fish from the Shimanto River basin, it’s fun for adults and children alike! Hours: 9:00–17:00 (Closed Mondays) 2. Shimanto River Sightseeing Boats (Yakatabune) — Boarding required Three sightseeing boat operators participate; whichever operator you board will stamp your sheet. Enjoy a relaxing cruise on the beautiful Shimanto River♪ Hours: 9:00–16:00 (Advance reservation recommended) 3. Shimanto City Local Museum — Admission required A castle-shaped museum on a small hill. Learn Shimanto City’s history and culture, and take in city views from the tower for a castle‑lord feeling! Hours: 9:00–17:00 (Closed Wednesdays) 4. harenoba cafe n2 (Cafe N2) — Purchase or dine required Located around the middle of Tenjinbashi Shopping Street, it’s the perfect stop to rest during sightseeing. Hours: 11:00–18:00 (Closed Mondays) 5. Shimanto City Tourism Association — Cotton bag pick‑up location — Visit required A hub for travel information on Shimanto City and the Hata Region. They offer rental bikes (¥1,000 and up) and discounted sightseeing boat tickets! Hours: 8:30–17:30 (Open year‑round) The Nakamura town center is easy to explore by rental bike, so you can take a leisurely stroll and collect stamps! Nishitosa Area🐾 1. Roadside Station Yotte Nishitosa — Visit required A popular spot with local specialties and souvenirs. Enjoy grilled natural ayu (sweetfish) from the Shimanto River and sweets made from local ingredients — ideal for a break or shopping! Hours: 7:30–18:00 (No holidays during the event period) 2. Shimanto River Station Canoe Hall — Purchase, experience, or stay required A facility offering canoe experiences, SUP, and rafting, with an adjacent campsite so you can fully enjoy the outdoors! Hours: 8:30–17:30 (No holidays during the event period) 3. Iwami Chaya (near the sinking bridge!) — Visit required Right next to Iwami Sinking Bridge, this spot sells homemade bento and unique handmade goods made by locals. Fans should also check out the “Shimanto River” monument by Hiroshi Miyama with parking available! Hours: 10:00–15:00 (Closed Mondays) 4. Hotel Seira Shimanto — Stay or day‑use hot spring required In addition to lodging, the hotel has a restaurant and day‑use hot spring, perfect for soothing travel fatigue. At night, the stargazing guide by the star attendant is highly recommended! Hours: 9:00–17:00 (Open year‑round) 5. Shimanto River Furusato Guide Center — Cotton bag pick‑up location — Visit required The Nishitosa tourist information desk located right by the station. You can also rent Rinrin Cycles here! Hours: 8:30–18:00 (Closed Wednesdays) Driving is recommended in Nishitosa! Enjoy a scenic drive along the Shimanto River while taking in nature♪ Note: Opening days and hours may vary. Please check each facility’s website for the latest information. (Information current as of July 2025) Key point! Stamps 1–5 share a common design, so collecting them across Nakamura and Nishitosa will still complete the same image! (For example: either Nakamura’s Shimanto River Museum Akitsuio or Nishitosa’s Roadside Station Yotte Nishitosa for stamp 1 is fine) When you collect all the stamps… 🎉 The first 500 participants will receive ＼an original cotton tote bag／ Show your completed stamp sheet at one of the following locations👇 • Nakamura: Shimanto City Tourism Association • Nishitosa: Shimanto River Furusato Guide Center This cute, exclusive bag features Shinyan artwork and is only available here🐾✨ Who are Shinyan and Nyanko? Shinyan and Nyanko are local cat characters of the Shimanto City Tourism Association. There are five cats in total, each inspired by the Shimanto River’s nature, traditional fishing methods, and local culture. In this stamp rally, those Shinyan cats appear together as art♪ 🎨 Character designs are by Junya Inoue, a popular manga artist from Shimanto City and a tourism ambassador (best known for BTOOOM! and Kaiju Jieitai). Come play around Shimanto City with the Shinyan cats! Don’t just press stamps — enjoy the fun of layering them to complete the art. Explore nature, history, food, and adorable characters on a Shimanto City tour. We’re sure your very own special piece will take shape✨ We look forward to your participation!

Today, we visited CAFE ANDON. It is a café latte and campagne. It fits very, very well.

7/25 Atami Marine Fireworks Festival 🎆 Thank you for coming to the first fireworks festival of this summer! Before the fireworks festival, there will be a stage Events at Shinsui Park called "Play with Fireworks!" and Everyone from "Chiitan ☆ Bonbazu", "Masked Girls", and "TOMOCA RIRIKA Yuri" had a great time! https://www.ataminews.gr.jp/event/8/...

Photographed on June 28, 25. It is a wind chime at the edge of Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine.

Event Announcement📣 The annual beer garden “Tarunama Beer Aya” returns to Honbetsu on Saturday, July 26th 🍺 Along with beer, a wide selection of alcoholic drinks such as chu-hai and sake will be available 😊 Local foods will be lined up so you can enjoy gourmet bites with your drinks 🎵 The program is packed with attractions, including a performance by the Yoshitsune Taiko drummers and a HIPHOP dance show by local children!! A raffle may award luxurious prizes like travel vouchers and hot-spring hotel stays 🎁🎁 Grab a beer and beat the summer heat with us～🎵🎵🤗 Date and Time: Saturday, July 26, 2025, from 15:00 Venue: Parking lot in front of Honbetsu Town Hall Contact: Honbetsu Chamber of Commerce and Industry TEL: 0156-22-2529 https://www.town.honbetsu.hokkaido.jp/sightseeing/fes/details/beerfes.html...

【Yukata rental stream】 * If you have not made a reservation, please make a reservation from the URL on the previous page. 　Reservations are not required for walk-in visits. ↓　　　↓　　　↓ ○ STEP1: Reception 　Please enter the yukata rental space "Yukatabi" and tell the receptionist that you have been woken up by the yukata rental. (If you tell us your name, we can guide you smoothly.) ） 　The person in charge will guide you. ○ STEP2: Choose a yukata 　Approximately 150 yukata are available for women, 60 for men, and 30 for children. 　Choose the one you favorite. We also accept consultation on coordination. 　Included in the rental are not only clogs, but also sandals, flip-flops, and other hats. 　Once you have decided on a yukata robe, please pay the bill. 　*Payment can only be made in cash or PayPay. Use credit cards. ○ STEP3: Dressing 　For the yukata and obi you have chosen, the staff will dress you quickly and neatly. 　It is beautifully dressed and hard to collapse, so it is safe even if you go around the downtown area for sightseeing. 　* Implementation is not carried out for hair sets. We will guide you to a beauty salon near the facilities. ○ STEP4: Going out 　Fee in the plan also includes the rental of drawstring bags and Shingen bags, so please bring your wallet, mobile phone, and other valuables before leaving. ○ STEP5: Return 　Summary the clothes and shoes you wore on the day of dressing and put them in your bag and give them to you. 　Please return the yukata during business hours (10:00 to 17:00) on the next day, putting the rental set in the bag you received the day before. 　After handing it to the staff, we will check the contents and finish. 　* If you wish to return it on the day, please return it by 5 p.m. at the last reception. 　* We cannot accept returns by mail. 　* We do not provide collection service to Hotels, so please be sure to return it yourself.

Isehara Daijingu Grand Summer Festival The 49th Grand Summer Festival will take place at Isehara Daijingu this weekend. This year’s theme is “Stand Out! — HARE, KE, and BAE —” Hare, the sense of special, out-of-the-ordinary moments, Ke, the everyday traditions rooted in the community, and Bae, those picture-perfect scenes that make you reach for your camera. The theme expresses a wish to bring out the best in everyone and every place involved in the festival. Don’t miss the many art and dance performances on stage. Venue Isehara Daijingu Date and time Saturday, July 26, 2025, 2:40 PM–8:00 PM Sunday, July 27, 2025, 3:00 PM–8:00 PM Bring the whole family and enjoy!

Otofukecho pairs perfectly with dusk 🌄 The wide sky and endless fields make it a truly charming town 🍃 It’s also nice to stop by during a leisurely drive 🚗

I took a picture of the Light up Diamond Veil of Tokyo Tower from the Tsukiji Bridge. I'm shooting with a telephoto lens in a long second of 20 seconds. The moment when I switched from the regular white orange Light up to this diamond veil color was cool and emotionally beautiful.

Enjoy the summer in Nagano! Introducing ✨ Information on the Summer Festival in August (1) Iinawa Fire Festival This is a Annual event Events where about 1,000 fireworks are launched on the stage of the Ozahoshi Pond in Iizuna Highlands. You can enjoy dynamic drum performances and gorgeous fireworks launched on the lake! 【Date & Time】8/10 (Sun) 17:30~21:00 (Fireworks scheduled for 20:00~20:50) 【Venue】Iizuna Highlands Around Ozahoshi Pond *Paid bleachers available 【Car parking lot】Yes (former Iizuna Highlands Skiing Resort, etc. Car parking fee 2,000 yen / car) * Shuttle bus (free) operation from some Car parking lots to the venue * For details, please check the website of the Iizuna Highlands Tourism Association. (2) Shinshu Shinmachi Lake Rokaku Toro Nagashi and Fireworks Festival Approximately 4,000 fireworks and paper lanterns decorate Lake Sakugawa, making it the largest event in town. You can see the fireworks up close as if you were looking up, and combined with the sound of the fireworks echoing in the mountains, it is powerful! The fireworks you see while eating Genghis Khan, the name of Shinshu New Town Name, are exceptional! 【Date & Time】8/15 (Fri) 19:00~21:00 【Venue】Nagano City Shinshu Shinmachi Saigawa Riverbed 【Car parking lot】Yes * From this year, it will be charged by advance reservation system. Please be careful. * For details, please check the website of the Shinshu Shinmachi Summer Evening Tournament. (3) Nagano Binzuru Local volunteer groups, schools, companies, etc. form a team called "ren" and perform dances and performances while ringing a shamoji. There is also a group that can be jumped in and participated on the day, so it is a festival that not only Local but also children and tourists can enjoy! 【Date & Time】8/2 (Sat) (18:30~21:00) 【Venue】Nagano City Chuo Street, Showa Street 【Car Parking】No * For details, please check the Nagano Binzuru website. (4) Zenkoji Temple Obon Ennichi A special tower is set up in front of the Zenko Temple Main Hall, and Worshippers dances with monks wearing robes! You can feel closer to "Zenko Temple-san", which is popular as a Temple for the common people. 【Date & Time】8/10 (Sun) ~ 8/11 (Mon) 17:00~21:00 【Venue】Zenkoji Temple Precincts 【Car parking lot】Yes ※ Nearby paid Car parking lot #Iizuna Highlands #Shinshu Shinmachi #Nagano Binzuru #Zenko Temple #Natsu Festival #Nagano City #Nagano #Nagano Tourism #Nagano Travel #nagano #naganocity

Photographed on June 28, 25. It is a wind chime at the edge of Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine.

Held in 📢 again this year Summer Thanksgiving! Date: Sunday, July 27 Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. (limited to 5 hours) Location: Setouchi Shoji store warehouse 　　　Shintoku Town Nishi 1 Jo Minami 5-17-2 Phone: 0156-64-4313 From Minamifurano Town "Toba Farm Cherry Tomato" @tobatomato Thin-skinned and sweet cherry tomatoes 🍅 1kg→1.300 yen (tax included) Reservations are now being accepted! "Tomoe Bagel" from Eniwa City @tomoebagel It's fluffy and filling! 1 piece 350 yen to 400 yen * Limited quantity Local, from Shintoku Town, "Snack shop flowers" @oyatsuya_hana3 Plenty of eggs 🥚, moist and smooth Taiwanese castella 1 piece 200 yen to 230 yen And finally, he is also the organizer "Setouchi Shoji" @setouchi.urapp4313 Newly released "Odaichi Tokachi Somen" 1 bag 800g - 500 yen (tax included) Half-raw Soba 200g✖︎ 4 bags - 1000 yen (tax included) We also accept reservations for mid-range products Why don't you take this opportunity to visit Squid 💁 ♀️? We look forward to seeing you there! #Hokkaido #Tokachi #Shintoku Town #Shintoku #Shintoku Tourism Association #Shintoku Station #Station front Complex facility #tuktuk ##Summer #Great Thanksgiving #Cherry Tomatoes #Bagels #Taiwan Castella #Soba #hokkaido #hokkaidotrip #hokkaidotourism #tourism #tokachi #shintoku #welcomeshintoku #discovershintoku

Summer Vacation Craft Experience! ~Using old Hoda wood~ 【Handmade Miniature House】 Experience cutting various types of logs Even the trees that you cut yourself In the chimney of a miniature House!? Choose the parts, assemble them... Paint your favorite color Make it to your favorite! Let's ♪ make Takutetsu Kinokitan a lively Village Of course, the miniature House I made Return is also OK. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us. @t_kinokotan Date: Sunday, July 27, 2025 Time:10:00~15:00 Location: Takutetsu Mushroom Tan Participation fee: 500 yen Please come and have fun with your little ones and Adult! Summer vacation craft experience! ~Using old logs~ [Handmade miniature house] Experience cutting various types of logs You can even use the wood you cut to make a chimney for a miniature house! ? Choose the parts, assemble them... Paint them your favorite colors, and make it to your liking! Let's make Takutetsu Kinokotan a lively village♪ Of course, you can take home the miniature house you made. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us. @t_kinokotan Date and time: Sunday, July 27, 2025 Time: 10:00-15:00 Location: Takutetsu Kinokotan Participation fee: 500 yen Kids and adults alike are welcome to come and have fun! #Hokkaido #Tokachi #Shintoku Town #Shintoku #Shintoku Tourism Association #Shintoku Station #Station front Complex facility #Takutetsu Mushroom Tan #Miniature House #Miniature House Making #Summer Vacation Crafts #Craft experience #Hoda Tree #tuktuk ##hokkaido #hokkaidotrip #hokkaidotourism #tourism #tokachi #shintoku #summervacation #welcomeshintoku #discovershintoku

Notice of the Oyama Jazz & Latin Friendship Concert The annual Oyama Jazz & Latin Friendship Concert will be held again this year. Jazz and Latin rhythms will echo at the foot of the historic sacred peak, Oyama. This is a one-of-a-kind experience where beautiful nature and music weave together. Date and time: Saturday, October 18, 2025 — doors open at 12:00, performance starts at 13:00 Venue: Noh Theater, Administrative Office, Oyama Afuri Shrine Access: From Isehara Station North Exit, bus stop No. 4 (bound for the Oyama Cable), get off at “Shamukyoku Iriguchi” and you’re right there Admission: Adults ¥1,500 (advance) / ¥1,800 (at the door); Junior and Senior High School Students ¥500; Elementary school children and under free Take this chance to enjoy Oyama sightseeing along with the concert and come to Isehara! Bring your family and friends and feel the breeze of jazz and Latin music. For details, please check the official website https://afri-jazz.info/schedule/20251018/...

Gion Maiko Kaikan Kyoto, Kyoto-shi, Higashiyama-ku, Gion-cho, Minami-side, 570-2 The "Gion Flower Street Art Museum" opened in May 2024. While making use of the historical architecture as it is, various items (kimonos and ornaments) and information (individual names and stories of Training) related to the city of Gion and geiko and maiko are exhibited to convey their culture. In addition, for a plus fee, you can even Appreciation and commemorative photos of Kyoto dance by geiko and maiko!

Photographed 6/29/25. It is a wind chime at the edge of Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine.

Hagi Summer Festival The Hagi Sea of Japan Grand Fireworks Festival (August 1), where colorful fireworks color the night sky, the Hagi Aoharu Festival (August 2), and the traditional events [Mifune Song, Sumiyoshi Mikoshi, Sumiyoshi Onna Mikoshi, Dance Car] will be Held in procession in the city (August 3). ■Hagi Sea of Japan Grand Fireworks Festival In a beautiful location overlooking the Sea of Japan, about 7,000 colorful fireworks (planned) will color the night sky. The fireworks seen from the Coastline with no obstacles around are very impressive! ・Date and time August 1 (Fri) 20:00~ *In case of stormy weather, it will be postponed to Saturday, August 2. ・Location Around Hagi Shoko and Kikugahama Beach (Hamasaki, Hagi City) ■ Hagi Aoharu Festival There is also a Stalls of Events booths for children, such as ring tossing and shooting, and delicious Gourmet such as Kitchen Car and stalls. There is also a beer garden and stage events. ・Date and time August 2 (Sat) 18:00~21:00 ・Location Part of Tamachi Shopping Street and Yoshidacho Street □ Sumiyoshi Mikoshi, Daytime Club 8:00~ Departure from Sumiyoshi Shrine ■ Traditional events It is a traditional event and is designated as an Intangible folk cultural property of Yamaguchi Prefecture, "Ofunyo", Sumiyoshi Mikoshi, and dance cars will procession through the city. ・Date and time August 3 (Sun) ・Location Various places in the city (Hamasaki ~ Higashida Town, etc.) □ Boat Song 11:00~ Departure from Hamasaki Town □ Sumiyoshi Mikoshi Night Club 15:00~ Departure from Sumiyoshi Shrine Sumiyoshi Mikoshi / Daytime Club departs from Sumiyoshi Shrine on August 2 (Sat) 8:00~ □ Sumiyoshi Onna Mikoshi 16:00~ Departure from Sumiyoshi Shrine □ dance Car 16:00~ Departure from Hamasaki Town ■Yoshida Town Festival Stage Events, beer garden, food and beverage corner Stalls, and tug-of-war competitions will be Held in. ・Date and time August 3 (Sun) 18:00~22:00 ・Location Part of Tamachi Shopping Street and Yoshidacho Street Contact Hagi Summer Festival Executive Committee (Hagi Chamber of Commerce and Industry) Phone 0838-25-3333 For details, please see the Hagi Summer Festival flyer and website!