Photographed 4/27/24. It is Hanachozu of Naritasan Kawagoe Betsuin. It is a Children's Day specification. 🎏

Romantic silhouette of Okinawa Manzamo　 The view from about halfway between the two beaches of Manza Beach and Onna Seaside Park Nabi Beach. The weather in Okinawa is wild. I often encounter stormy weather when I travel, both domestically and overseas, but when I was driving here, it was pitch black all around, and it rained so much that it was difficult to drive, so I escaped to a parking lot near here. I was depressed in the car for a while, but I knew the change in the environment by the dazzling light that came through the window. When I looked, the sky cracked, and a vivid light blue peeked out into the heavy vision covered with grey and black, and a golden light shone on my face. End of April. A day when I felt the Omen of summer.

【Matsumoto Castle】 松本城 - Matsumoto Castle Nagano Matsumoto Castle is the oldest national treasure castle in Japan among the existing five-story and six-story castle towers. In 1936 (Showa 11), the entire site was designated as a national treasure. Later, in 1952 (Showa 27)), five buildings, the castle tower, the Inuiko castle tower, the Wataru tower, the Tatsumi tower, and the Tsukimi tower, were designated as national treasures. Half of the body is illuminated by the setting sun, and the light and shadow form a wonderful harmony. Ducks swimming leisurely in the moat accentuate the enormity of the castle.

Tamba Sasayama City Daishoin While many castles in various parts of Japan were destroyed by the decree for the abolition of castles after the abolition of feudal prefectures, Daishoin escaped the disaster, but it was unfortunately destroyed by fire in Showa 194 (1944). After that, it was rebuilt in April of 2000 (Heisei 12) (Heisei 12) with the passionate wishes and precious donations of citizens. The structure is similar to Nijo Castle in Kyoto.

Photographed 4/23/24. This is Chasoba Juan's Hanachozu. The mock roses are very nice.

[The 16th Rotary Fureai Festival] May 18 (Sat) 10:00~15:00 Postponed in case of rain At the Odakyu Line Aiko Ishida Station South Exit Roundabout With the aim of revitalizing communication and commerce and industry among local residents It will be held. Enjoy the various stalls and stage attractions. Contact: Naruse Revitalization Committee Phone 0463-94-5955

After all, it's a parent and child! 1st photo: Mother (Lucky) 2nd photo: Daughter (Pirika)

The Great Buddha watching over Gifu This is the Great Buddha of Gifu in Gifu Prefecture Among the Great Buddhas, it is made in a slightly slouched state, which is rare. Its history dates back to the 1800s, and it watches 😆 over the city of Gifu to this day

【Twin Dragon Ceiling】 Kenninji Temple Kyoto Kenninji Temple is famous for having Tawaraya Sotatsu's "Wind God and Thunder God Diagram" and Kaihoku Tomomatsu's fusuma paintings. The hall was rebuilt in 1765 and is a designated tangible cultural property of Kyoto Prefecture. On the ceiling of the hall is a "Twin Dragon Ceiling" drawn by Junsaku Koizumi in 2002 to commemorate the 800th anniversary of its founding. A piece unique to Kenninji, which always challenges new things and adapts to modern times.

Katsuren Ruins of the Castle / World Heritage Site Katsuren Ruins of the Castle located in Uruma City, Okinawa Prefecture, is a World Heritage Site. Built around 1200, it is the oldest of the World Heritage Sites of Okinawa's castles. It is said that the castle owner, Amawari, tried to take a different path from the Ryukyu royal government, but was destroyed by the Ryukyu royal government. The gracefully curved city walls are impressive, and you can see the Pacific Ocean from the top!

Katsuren Ruins of the Castle / World Heritage Site Katsuren Ruins of the Castle located in Uruma City, Okinawa Prefecture, is a World Heritage Site. Built around 1200, it is the oldest of the World Heritage Sites of Okinawa's castles. It is said that the castle owner, Amawari, tried to take a different path from the Ryukyu royal government, but was destroyed by the Ryukyu royal government. The gracefully curved city walls are impressive, and you can see the Pacific Ocean from the top!

Katsuren Ruins of the Castle / World Heritage Site Katsuren Ruins of the Castle located in Uruma City, Okinawa Prefecture, is a World Heritage Site. Built around 1200, it is the oldest of the World Heritage Sites of Okinawa's castles. It is said that the castle owner, Amawari, tried to take a different path from the Ryukyu royal government, but was destroyed by the Ryukyu royal government. The gracefully curved city walls are impressive, and you can see the Pacific Ocean from the top!

Katsuren Ruins of the Castle / World Heritage Site Katsuren Ruins of the Castle located in Uruma City, Okinawa Prefecture, is a World Heritage Site. Built around 1200, it is the oldest of the World Heritage Sites of Okinawa's castles. It is said that the castle owner, Amawari, tried to take a different path from the Ryukyu royal government, but was destroyed by the Ryukyu royal government. The gracefully curved city walls are impressive, and you can see the Pacific Ocean from the top!

Chionji Temple, Miyazu City, Kyoto Prefecture Amahashiyama Chionji Temple is located in a scenic spot next to Amanohashidate, one of Japan's three scenic spots. It was founded in the fourth year of Enki (904).

Photographed 4/8/24. This is the scenery of the approach to Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine. It is a very beautiful flower, but what kind of flower?

This is the Iwata Tourism Association. Nice to meet you all!! Iwata City, Shizuoka Prefecture, is a city in the western part of Shizuoka Prefecture, located about halfway between Tokyo and Osaka. It is also known as a "sports town" and is also the home of professional sports such as the Jubilo Iwata of the J.League, the Shizuoka SSU Bonita of the Japan Women's Soccer Nadeshiko League, and the Shizuoka Blue Revs of Japan Rugby League One, where "sports Town planning" and "health promotion through sports" are promoted. ◆What is Iwata City, Shizuoka Prefecture? ◆ The population is about 160,000. There are interchanges of the Tomei Expressway and the Second Tomei Expressway in the city, and it is about 3 hours by car from Tokyo and about 1 hour and 15 minutes from Nagoya. The gateway on the Shinkansen is Hamamatsu Station or Kakegawa Station. Transfer to the Tokaido Line and go to three stations in Iwata City (Iwata Station, Toyotacho Station, Mikuriya Station) for 10~15 minutes. 　Since ancient times, Totoumi Kokubunji Temple and Toei Kokubu have been located and developed as the center of "Totoumi Province (Toto Traditional Japanese straw raincoat Kuni)". More than 900 Kofun Tumulus from the Kofun Tumulus period still exist, and it is a "town" where history is told. In the Edo period, it flourished as the "Mitsuke inn" of the 53rd order of the Tokaido Highway. In recent years, in addition to the textile industry, which is a local products industry, it has become an industrial city for metals, automobiles, musical instruments, etc., and the agricultural output is one of the highest in the prefecture, and it is famous for greenhouse melons, tea, white onions, shrimp-shaped potatoes, Chinese vegetables, and Shirasu (whitebait) marine products. It is an area where urban and rural areas are developing in a balanced manner. ◆Introduction to sightseeing spots in Iwata City, Shizuoka Prefecture◆ 【Mitsuke inn】 It is a Shukuba town located almost in the center of the 53rd order of the Tokaido Road (the 28th Shukuba-juku), and there are still some alleys along the highway that enter Yokomachi, and there are many shrines and temples scattered around, and you can feel the remnants of that time and the atmosphere of the Shukuba-juku. Other, the area is dotted with attractions such as the oldest surviving wooden pseudo-Western-style elementary school building in Japan, the Iwata Bunko (each national historic site), the Mitsuke Tenjin Naked Festival (Mitsuke Tenjin Hadaka Festival), the Mitsuke Tenjin Yanabi Shrine, where the legend of Taro Shippei's spiritual experience remains, and the former Akamatsuke Memorial Hall, which is a designated cultural property of the prefecture and city. In 2022, the former Mitsuke School and Iwata Bunko were certified as "Shizuoka Heritage Sites" along with "Mitsuke Inn" and "Mitsuke Tenjin Yanabi Shrine" as "the crystallization of Shizuoka people who are passionate about modern education". 【Ryuyo Marine Park】 It is a seaside park with a marine center with sports facilities and a multipurpose plaza. The vast site has tennis courts, baseball fields, playgrounds, roller slides, auto camping grounds, etc., making it a spot that even children can enjoy. At the auto camp site, you can buy local products, and "Shiosai Ryuyo", which also has a restaurant, BBQ facilities, and bathing facilities, is adjacent and has been well received. The Ocean Center also offers experience menus such as SUP. 【Nagisa Exchange Center, Fukuda Fishing Port Area】 "Nagisa Exchange Hall" is located in the Fukuda Fishing Port harbor overlooking the magnificent Enshu Nada. It is a food court where you can enjoy raw Shirasu (whitebait) bowls and kamaage Shirasu (whitebait) bowls while looking at the sea. Other, there is a "sandbox for everyone" where you can enjoy beach soccer and beach volleyball, and an "event plaza" where you can hold outdoor events. There is a fishing spot where you can enjoy fishing in front of you, and the Toyohama Coast just to the east is a surfing spot with good waves that hold a national surfing tournament. On the other hand, Fukuda Fishing Port has a thriving recreational fishing boat industry as well as the famous "Shirasu (whitebait) fishing", and it is also a base for offshore fishing in Enshu-nada by fishing boats. 1~2 minutes from the fishing port, there are many "Shirasu (whitebait)processing places", and customers come from far away to buy Shirasu (whitebait). 【Shigahana Park】 This park, which has the legend of the opening of the mountain by Kobo Daishi, has a promenade and Athletic Maintenance, and you can enjoy the nature of the four seasons, such as cherry blossoms and azaleas in Spring, forest bathing and bird watching in the New Green in early summer, and autumn leaves in autumn, making it ideal for hiking and walking. From the Observatory, you can see Enshu Nada in the distance, and it is the first sunrise spot on New Year's Day. 【Yamaha Stadium】 [Yamaha Motor Communication Plaza] It is the home stadium of Jubilo Iwata for soccer and Shizuoka Blue Revs for rugby. It is about a 15-minute walk from the north exit of JR Mikuriya Station. On match days, many fans from Japan and abroad visit. In addition, there is a corporate museum called "Communication Plaza" right next door to Yamaha Motor Headquarters, which is an attractive place for industrial tourism where you can experience Yamaha Motor's products and history. 【Ruins of Toe Kokubunji Temple】 Excavations began in 1951, and the following year it was declared a National Special Historic Site. Kokubunji Temple had a seven-storied pagoda, an auditorium, a middle gate, and a cloister centered on the golden hall. In addition, the ruins of the seven-storied pagoda and other major temples have been discovered, and they have been designated as National Special Historic Site in the 1952 (Showa 27). In the Maintenance Project for the 2022 (Reiwa 4) Degree, the Auditorium and the wooden base of the monks' chamber located on the north side of the Ruins of Toe Kokubunji Temple were Maintenance, and in the 5th year of Reiwa, the wooden foundation of the Golden Hall, the central building of the temple, was Maintenance. In the Golden Hall, the foundation stone that supports the pillars of the building and the stone staircase installed in front of the platform are also planned to be restored. It is a valuable historical heritage that tells us that Iwata was the center of this area. ◆Specialty products of Iwata City, Shizuoka Prefecture◆ Iwata City's specialty products include shrimp-shaped taro, Iwata tea, aloma melon, white onion, and Koro-kaki (persimmon). Locally grown ingredients are known for their freshness and taste. Seafood such as Shirasu (whitebait), wild tiger puffer fish and white grilled grilled white eel are also popular, and Shirasu (whitebait) in particular is a gastronomical delicacies that swims in the fast currents of the nearby sea. These specialty products are also popular as souvenirs and thank-you gifts for Furusato Nozei. ◆Festivals and events in Iwata City, Shizuoka Prefecture◆ 【Fufu Hachimangu Festival】 It is held every year on the first Saturday and Sunday of October in the Nakaizumi area. Elaborately decorated festival floats are towed around in each town. It is a festivals full of emotion with the sound of drums and flutes, and dashing shouts. 【Mitsuke Tenjin naked festival】 It is a grand festival of Yanahime Jinja Shrine and is now designated as an Important Intangible Folk Cultural Asset. It is held every year on the Saturday and Sunday just before the 10th day of the eighth month of the lunar calendar. The highlight of the festival is the time from 9 p.m. to midnight on Saturday night, when the naked parade and the passing of the Mikoshi (portable shrine) are held, and from 1 a.m. the next day. Naked men parade through the area of the old Tokaido route and Mitsuki in four groups called ladders, and then head to the worship hall of Yanabi Shrine. In the worship hall, the enthusiasm increases with each new group, and a fierce parade (demon dance) continues. At midnight, all the lights in the area are extinguished, and the climax is reached when the Mikoshi (portable shrine) crosses through the pitch black darkness. ◆ Disseminating the Information of Shizuoka Prefecture Iwata City ◆ In Iwata City, you can feel the history and culture that has been nurtured over a long period of time. In 2022, Iwata City's "Teraya Irrigation Water" was registered as a World Irrigation Facility Heritage Site, adding another historical story that Iwata City is proud of. In 2023, it will return to first place in Japan in the ranking of cities and towns that come to mind as a "sports town", and its brand image as a "sports town" has become established. 　Even so, the charm and power that cannot be fully described in this posted are still alive in the history and culture of Iwata, the nature of the sea and mountains, industry, and people's lifestyles. Best regards will continue to send out recommended Information on COOL JAPAN VIDEOS!

After climbing the wonderful gate, I looked at it from below. I was surprised that it was so big. I thought it would be nice to look at it from below. The thought that the great thief under the heavens also saw this scenery gave me goosebumps. It's chilly and I can't stop the excitement that doesn't subside even if I put on a coat.

A sheep shearing competition is held at Yorkshire Farm in Shintoku Town. A competition in which the wool of a single sheep is competed in terms of speed and cleanliness of shearing. Adult sheep and rambunctious sheep while shearing. Is this luck? Or is it a technology that makes you adult? The 70 or so spectators who came to Visiting the site were also fascinated by the technology of harvesting each animal in about 5 minutes.

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I took a picture over the Okumotori of "Kumano Kodo". Kumano Kodo has a history of more than 1,100 years, and this year marks the 20th anniversary of its registration as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site "Sacred Sites and Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountains".

The largest of the 200,000 tombstones and memorial towers on the approach to the temple in the depths of Mt. Koya is the memorial tower (So-Minamoto-in Temple) of Oda Nobunaga's sister, the third daughter of Oda Nobunaga (the official wife of the second Tokugawa shogun Hidetada) of the Sengoku Warlord period. It is 6.6 meters tall and was built about 400 years ago by Suruga Dainagon Tadanaga.

Metasequoia trees shining in the morning sun Takashima City, Shiga Prefecture

Empty blisters, harvest!

Shizuoka, Mt. Fuji Hongu Sengen Taisha in the main shrine of Asama Shrine, which has more than 1,300 shrines nationwide. I wonder if it is a Torii (shrine gate) that shines naturally in everyday life, from the car window

Alive! Tokyo Ikebukuro, Sunshine Building!

Photographed 5/3/24. This is a demonstration of the Enokikai Shrine in Koedo Kurato. Adult Hyotoko.

Nanzenji Temple's dry mountain water, this garden, which is famous as a famous garden, has a calmness that is different from Ryoanji. Beyond this is the Traditional Japanese straw raincoat tiger of Kano Souyu, which is an important cultural property. It was a day when I felt that the days of being surrounded by cultural assets were impression.

You! Hello! I'm from the photography club! It's been a while since the photo contest started. Thank you so much for the likes! Encouraging to post!! Let's all have fun until the deadline by the end of June! The image is the illumination of Toji Temple!

Ise Jingu Shrine that I went to for the First Pilgrimage to the Shrine! !! Both the outer and inner shrines are lush with greenery, and you can feel the natural taste and divinity from ancient times, and it is truly Power Spot, and I think that you should definitely go with someone who wants to have a relationship with you (*^^*) To get to the Inner Shrine, you need a bus from the Outer Shrine, but you can get to the Outer Shrine from Osaka Namba to Ise City without changing trains on the Kintetsu Limited Express, so I think it is easy to access from the Kansai area. If you also visit the Inner Shrine, it is also recommended to taste Specialties dishes such as Ise Udon noodles from Ise Specialties and beef skewers from Matsusaka beef at Okage Yokocho, which is a stone's throw away.

Photographed 5/3/24. This is a demonstration of the Enoki-kai Shrine in Koedo Kurato. The lion's head is dancing.