Gozaishi Shrine Torii (shrine gate) The name Gozaishi Shrine comes from the fact that Prince Satake Yoshitaka, the lord of Akita Domain, sat down to rest when he toured Lake Tazawa in the 3rd year of Keian (1650). Spot is a popular spot ? for stargazing at night

It is located in Maki Manoon Nature Park, Daisen City, Akita Prefecture Summerless Waterfall Fallen trees and you can feel the long age. It's a very cool place because I don't know summer.

【Oga Lotus Festival】 Held in every year from mid to late June, when the Ōga Lotus is in full bloom. When there are many, as many as 900 giant lotuses bloom all over the place. Why don't you wake up earlier than usual and go see the graceful pale red giant lotus? Around the lotus pond in Chiba Park, there are many events related to the giant lotus! Enjoy it. 〇What is Ogahas? It is an ancient lotus discovered in 1951 by Dr. Ichiro Ohga and other Roux in the Kemigawa River in Chiba City, and is the oldest lotus in the world that was excavated from an old stratum and successfully germinated and grown. As a result of ancient measurements, it is known that it is a lotus that is more than 2,000 years old. ■ Venue: Chiba Park Lotus Pavilion, around Lotus Pond Period: Saturday, June 15, 2024 and Sunday, June 23, 2024 ■Reception hours: 8:00~13:00 ■ Access: ・1 minute walk from Chiba Monorail "Chiba Park" Station ・10 minutes walk from JR Chiba Station Chiba Park Exit (left after exiting the central ticket gate) ■Address: 3-1-1 Benten, Chuo-ku, Chiba City ■ Organizer: Chiba City ★ The schedule differs for each event, so please visit the website for ♪♪★ details. ★ During the period, "Hiking from the Station" will be held in to walk around the city, including Chiba Park.

[Hiking & Walking Event 2024 from the Station] Implementation will be held in Chiba City to visit famous places in Chiba, such as Oogahas viewing, Chiba Town New Spot "Chiba Park Shiba Garden", Chiba Castle, Chiba Minato, etc.! Participation is free! ■ Mountain trail title: Viewing the world's oldest flower "Ogahasu" & Exploring new Spots, history and culture in Chiba Town Period: Saturday, June 15, 2024 and Sunday, June 23, 2024 ■ Reception hours: 8:30~11:00 *Please finish by 15:00. ■ Required time: Approximately 4 hours (including Visiting the site time at the facility) ■ Walking distance: about 10.0 km ■ Start: Chiba Station East Exit / Chiba City Tourist Information Center ・Passing points: Chiba Park (Renkatei, Shibaiwa), Chiba Shrine, Chiba City Museum of Art, Chiba Castle, Hagoromo no Matsu, Chiba City Science Museum, Chiba Port Square, Chiba City City Office (New Government Building), Chiba Prefecture Museum of Art, Chiba Port Tower, K's Harbor ■ Goal: Chiba Minato Station ■ Fee: Free * Additional costs such as facility admission fees may be incurred. * During the period, the "Oga Lotus Festival" will be held in around Chiba Park Renkatei and Lotus Pond and around the multipurpose plaza. 〇What is Ogahas? It is an ancient lotus discovered in 1951 by Dr. Ichiro Ohga and other Roux in the Kemigawa River in Chiba City, and is the oldest lotus in the world that was excavated from an old stratum and successfully germinated and grown. As a result of ancient measurements, it is known that it is a lotus that is more than 2,000 years old. 〇What is "Hiking & Walking Event from Station"? A walking event sponsored by JR East. It is characterized by the fact that you can easily participate while enjoying the superb scenery points of the four seasons. Details of the event can be found by searching for "Hiking Chiba from Station 2024".

Fireworks ? in the sky of Odaiba "STAR ISLAND 2024" will be the first Held in in Tokyo Events Held in around the world have landed in Tokyo for the first time! The history of Odaiba is that the Edo shogunate, which felt threatened by Perry's arrival in Japan in 1853 (Kaei 6), built six daiba (artillery batteries). In the process leading up to the present, the 3rd Daiba and the 6th Daiba have been preserved, and the 3rd Daiba is preserved as a park, and the 6th Daiba is preserved on the Ocean as a historical site rich in nature and valuable academically! I'm ? looking forward to next year

Osaka Castle, also known as "Osaka-jo" in Japanese, is a five-story iconic symbol of Japan with a history spanning nearly 450 years. It stands as a testament to Japan's rich past and is a must-visit for travelers seeking to immerse themselves in the country's history and architectural wonders. This popular landmark attracts both local and international visitors year-round, offering a glimpse into Japan's fascinating past and captivating with its timeless beauty.

Right: Hal "It's heavy... (small voice)" Left: Karin: "Give me a snack!"

Sunset on Lake Biwa Shirahige Shrine, Takashima City, Shiga Prefecture

Louis: "Well, it's not uncomfortable."

Uji City, Kyoto Ujigawa cormorants are said to have already been practiced in the Heian period, and have a long history Impression when I saw it for the first time, it was ? a mysterious sight with a female cormorant being active I didn't know if flash photography was good for animals, so I dared to shoot without flash

A townscape that makes you feel like you've traveled back in time to Edo Narai juku, Nagano There was also a large Kiso Bridge nearby, and it was a ? place where you could feel the history

Water wheel in Shinno, Kamikawa-cho, Hyogo Prefecture It is said that it has existed since before the 6th year of Genroku (1693), and 11 water wheels with a diameter of about 3 m are scattered in the waterway with abundant flow, and Ume Plum algae (baikamo), which only lives in clear streams, can be seen nearby, and you can encounter a rural landscape rich in rich in nature and a beautiful original landscape that should be protected. There is ? a scene here that I want to visit many times in the past and connect from the history of the past to the future

Water wheel in Shinno, Kamikawa-cho, Hyogo Prefecture It is said that it has existed since before the 6th year of Genroku (1693), and 11 water wheels with a diameter of about 3 m are scattered in the waterway with abundant flow, and Ume Plum algae (baikamo), which only lives in clear streams, can be seen nearby, and you can encounter a rural landscape rich in rich in nature and a beautiful original landscape that should be protected. There is ? a scene here that I want to visit many times in the past and connect from the history of the past to the future

Water turbine in Shinno, Kamikawa, Hyogo It is said to have existed since before the 6th year of Genroku (1693), and 11 water wheels with a diameter of about 3 m are scattered in the waterway with abundant flow, and Ume Plum flower algae (baikamo), which only live in Clear streams, can be seen nearby, and you can encounter Rich in nature rural scenery and beautiful original scenery that should be protected. There is ? a scene here that I want to visit many times in the past and connect from the history of the past to the future

Hitachi Seaside Park 2024.04.25 Blue Sky and Nemophila I did my best at a little trot.

Imagine a time when samurai ruled the land and constructed magnificent forts. Himeji Castle, a UNESCO Cultural Heritage site, is a sight to behold. Its most striking feature is the daitenshu, the main donjon. This impressive structure stands at 31.5 meters tall with five stories on the outside and seven interior floors, reaching a total height of 46.3 meters. The castle is surrounded by three smaller keeps connected by roofed passages, adding to its grandeur. Designated as national treasures, the donjons and watariyagura are a testament to Japan's rich history and architectural ingenuity.

Red "Bathing, the best~! ｣

Ondo, Kure, Hiroshima (Recommended Spots in Hiroshima) #Ondo ? One piece ? in the idyllic port town of Ondo One of my favorite points is the relaxing and healing scenery ? If you walk along the road ahead, you can ? interact with quaint alleys like Onomichi and stray cats ? ⬛

Snow-covered Kinkakuji Temple　 2021.12.18 Where I went with studless tires for the first time There was still snow from the night before.

\Canoeing experience in Nayoro City, Hokkaido/ Nayoro City is streamed by the Teshiogawa River, which is a Hokkaido heritage site. The Tenshio River, which is the fourth longest river in Japan, is one of the attractions of the magnificent scenery surrounded by untouched nature. Why don't you take a relaxing canoe ride on the Tenshio River? It's a guided tour with rental items, so both beginners and kids can enjoy it! Period: June ~ September For inquiries, please contact: NPO Nayoro Sightseeing & Town Planning Association (01654-9-6711) If you want to enjoy the outdoors and activities, please come and visit!

Left: Louis: "These are my leaves! ｣ It was Louis who was a little angry because he was about to be taken by Asiri!

Narai-juku, located on the old Nakasendo road, is the longest post town in Japan, stretching about 1 km along the Narai River. This historic site features the Chinjin Shrine at the top of Torii Pass on its Kyoto end. Once a bustling hub for travelers, Narai-juku was known as "Narai Senken" (Narai's Thousand Houses) and was the busiest stop on the Kisoji road. The town still preserves architectural marvels from the Edo period, such as the eaves lights of the inns and the thousand latticed windows, reflecting the timeless grandeur of the area.

Mt. Fuji was not visible at all until 30 minutes ago, but with the sunrise, the clouds disappeared and it became a stunning double diamond Fuji.

Matsumoto Castle on a heavy snowy day The Chuo Expressway was closed to traffic, so I took a big detour on the Kanetsu Road and entered Matsumoto on the lower road from Azumino. It took me 6 hours to get there in 3 hours (laughs).

Matsumoto doesn't snow as much as Tokyo The day after the heavy snowfall was a blue sky. It was the first time I saw Matsumoto Castle with a frozen moat.

【Ōgahas】 The Giant Lotus is an ancient lotus that was discovered and bred in 1951 by a group led by botanist Dr. Ichiro Ohga. As a result of dating, it is known that it is a lotus that is at least 2,000 years old, and it is known as the world's oldest lotus that was excavated from an old stratum and successfully germinated and grown. This precious giant hath is rooted in about 250 places in Japan and overseas, and you can see its beautiful appearance in each place. Chiba City will be the "birthplace" of such a giant hasu. The lotus pond in front of the Lotus Pavilion in Chiba Park in Chiba City welcomes Renge Best time to visit from mid-June to July every year, and when there are more than 700 flowers, more than 700 flowers bloom, and many tourists Visit to see the graceful appearance of the giant lotus. There are walking paths and benches in the surrounding area, so you can spend a relaxing time with cherry blossom viewing. In addition to the beauty of the flowers, the historical background and the achievements of Dr. Ohga will allow those who visit to enjoy even more Impression. In addition, the flowers usually open from early morning to mid-morning and close around noon, so it is recommended to watch the giant hath in the morning! [Chiba Park] ■ Access: About a 10-minute walk from JR Chiba Station Chiba Park Exit or North Exit Get off in front of Chiba Monorail Chiba Park Station ■Address: 3-1-1 Benten, Chuo-ku, Chiba City

Traditional Japanese straw raincoat in the coming season Nagoya, Aichi

Kenninji Temple 2022.09 "Twin Dragon Ceiling" Junsaku Koizumi's masterpiece of heavenly painting It's also amazing to be able to shoot. It is the oldest Zen temple in Kyoto.

Matsumoto Castle, one of Japan's oldest castles, is famous for its unique black exterior. Located in Matsumoto City for over 400 years, it houses a remarkable collection of weapons and armor from the Warring States Period. Despite never witnessing battle, it's a must-visit in Nagano Prefecture, especially during twilight hours for a peaceful experience. The sight of swans on the moat against the castle and the blueish-purple horizon is unforgettable.

I will tell you the charm of Nagano Prefecture's Suwa City!!　⇒ YouTube "Suwa City Official Channel" (@TheCityofSuwa) 　First of all, I would be happy if you would be interested in "What kind of place is Suwa?!". I was able to video the best promotion!! 　You can enjoy the charm of Suwa in all four seasons, cherry blossom viewing in Spring, hiking and trekking in the New green surrounded by mountains, superb views of Nagigama Shrine at Kirigamine, and Nikkōkisuge in summer!　In the center of the Suwa Basin is the symbol Suwa Lake. In the summer, kayaking, sightseeing boats, and cycling paths that even children can enjoy are completed ? on Suwa Lake, and above all, it is one of the top class in Japan that colors the summer sky of Suwa Lake Suwa Lake Festival Fireworks Display on Lake Suwa ? In the autumn of appetite, fermented food "miso", which is also the gastronomy of Suwa City! Suwa Specialties Shinshu Suwa Miso Tendon!! And Suwa Gokura's sake ? made based on the strongest underground water of Kirigamine In winter, Mikami walking, Japanese smelt fishing ? Kamisuwa Hot Spring ♨ for cold and tired bodies　　 　It's a ♪ good thing all year round When you're in trouble, "Suwa-sama" There are more than 10,000 branch companies all over Japan. The general headquarters of Suwa Grand Shrine is also located ⛩ in the introduction videos of about 6 minutes.　Suwa is not just a pillar!!　Please come and experience ♪ Suwa We are waiting for you!