Samurai are born aware of their "honor" The goal of the aspiring samurai was not wealth or knowledge, but honor. Honor is a goal to be pursued "within oneself," without regard to profit or loss. Therefore, "honor" that is concerned with public reputation is not real honor. #katana #bushido #honor

The meaning of shogun is the commander of the samurai appointed by the emperor. In modern times, it refers to the position of commanding and directing an army. It is also used as a term of respect for the boss. #shogun #samuraisword #samuraiarmor #bushido

It is a strange rock in Kumano City, Mie Prefecture, and a lion rock that has been recognized as a World Heritage Site. It has a height of about 25 meters.

Photographed on January 4, 25. It is Hanachozu of Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Chibi Dharma

Photographed 1/10/25. This is Hanachozu from Hara Flower Shop.

Taken with a mobile phone at Okayama Korakuen. Enlargement is recommended. Nature's colors were beautiful, and the moss on the stones and the color of the lawn over the pond were exactly the colors of winter. It is one of my favorite pieces where you can feel the sunset in the cold air as if illuminating your cheeks

Special discount coupons are available at Kawayu Onsen! Tokutoku Coupon 2025 A special campaign called the Tokutoku Coupon has started for guests staying at hotels in the Kawayu Onsen district! Guests who stay at any of the four properties—Kawayu Kanko Hotel, O宿 Kinkiyu, Bettei Suikazura, or KKR Kawayu—will receive discount coupons worth a total of 3,000 yen that can be used at restaurants and eateries in the Kawayu Onsen district. Pick up your coupons at your hotel front desk and present them when dining at participating establishments to receive the discount. The campaign runs from January 15, 2025 through March 15, 2025, but it will end once supplies run out. Please take advantage of this offer and enjoy one of the pleasures of Kawayu Onsen.

Notice: Partial Closure of the Oyama Historic Path in the Oyama Area – January 29, 2025 A section of the Oyama Historic Path in the Oyama area is currently closed to traffic. (See map) We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding and cooperation. Notice: Reopening of a Section of Yakushi Forest Road The Yakushi Forest Road (from the back of Hinata Yakushi to Atsugi Nanasawa) has been reopened after the closure at the end of last year. It is now passable.

【❄️ Winter Gokase 2025 Photo Submissions — Part 5 ❄️】 Today we continue to showcase photos submitted to the Gokase Tourism Association’s Instagram event “#Winter Gokase 2025” 🙌✨ @photo_ay_umi Here is another photo taken at Gokase Highland Ski Resort ⛷️💫 The subject and photographer were perfectly in sync, producing images that look like scenes from a commercial—simply wonderful 🤗💕 Thank you for your submission 🙇‍♀️ ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Gokase Town is covered in a snowy landscape this morning ☃️ The wind is howling and it’s really cold 😂 Road conditions are poor, so when you head out to shoot photos please use proper studless winter tires or chains and take care to stay safe and enjoy yourself without overdoing it 🙏 How to enter Follow the Gokase Tourism Association on Instagram (@gokase_kanko) and post with the hashtags “#Winter Gokase 2025” and “#location of the photo (e.g., #Unoko Waterfall)” 📸 Gokase Tourism Association Instagram account→https://www.instagram.com/gokase_kanko/... ※There is a risk from snow accumulation and icy roads. When taking photos, secure your safety and take care to avoid accidents ⚠️

[30 consecutive kite flying challenge] Friday, January 24 A challenge was held to pray for 30 years of zero traffic accident deaths. As many as 30 kites were hand-drawn by elementary school students in Nishiokoppe Village one by one. On that day, the weather was yellowtail snowy for the first time in a long time. When it was time to fly the kite, the snow stopped and a moderate wind blew. Elementary school students with kites line up in one row. If you let go of your hands from one end to the other, Gari took to the sky amid cheers on several attempts. Once in the wind, the kite shows no sign of returning to the ground. It was swaying in the wind (the tip was very vigorous). #Nishiokoppe Village #Hokkaido #30 consecutive kite flying #Prayer #Road Safety #Drone-obsessed dwarfs #Challenge Great Success

It is a five-story pagoda located on Mount Haguro, Yamagata Prefecture. The towers towering over the snowy scenery all around are a piece that closes the winter scenery.

Shot at a rare time when it snowed in the local area. I felt that the harmony of Autumn leaves and snow was very beautiful.

Photographed 1/24/25. This is Hanachozu from Hara Flower Shop.

The 22nd Lively Senior Isehara Festival 2025 On Saturday, January 25, the Isehara Lifelong Learning Volunteer Association and the Isehara Tourism Volunteer Guide & Walk Association co-hosted the event at the Central Community Center. This year’s festival proved to be a lively day where children through seniors could mingle and enjoy activities across generations. The Sanno Junior High School brass band’s selections—“Sekai ni Hitotsu Dake no Hana,” “Tsugaru Kaikyo Fuyugeshiki,” and “Matsuken Samba” among them—sent the crowd into a roar and filled the venue with warm smiles! The energetic rec dance by the Smile Club, a passionate kodan (traditional storytelling) performance of “Ota Dokan” by Kotosei Takarai, a bold martial demonstration by the Isehara Handmade Armor Corps, and songs by local singer Keiko Ogura were all well received and contributed to the lively atmosphere! Building on the 22nd festival and continuing enjoyable events helps release feel-good hormones, bringing energy and vitality to everyone! For Isehara’s further development and to support the realization of an NHK Taiga drama about the Sengoku warlord Ota Dokan, we ask for your cooperation starting with a signature campaign. Let’s raise the excitement together! We’re also looking forward to the Sanno Junior High School brass band and chorus club’s next regular concert on Saturday, March 15 (Isehara Civic Cultural Center, curtain at 3:00 PM).

Extreme Cold Resort ICE LAFORET in KAWAYU Welcome to a stunning extreme cold resort... Heart‑pounding excitement awaits in winter Kawayu...! This winter marks the first time this event is held at Kawayu Onsen. Experience the special moments of ice monuments, an ice bar, and more that only a cold winter can offer. Extreme Cold Resort ICE LAFORET in KAWAYU Event Details Date: Sunday, January 19, 2025 – Sunday, February 2, 2025 *The Kawayu Shrine venue runs until Saturday, February 1 Time: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM Venue: On the grounds of Kawayu Shrine and the surrounding area Admission fee: Adults 2,000 yen; Children 1,500 yen (ages 6–11); Toddlers 500 yen (ages 3–5) *Additional paid activities and gourmet options will be available. Organizer: Kawayu Onsen Ryokan Association

Samurai-specific Osaka Castle Guides Private tours in armor More than 400 years later, Yukimura Sanada has not forgotten his debt of gratitude and remains loyal. 『恩義を忘れ、私欲を貪ぼり、人と呼よべるか！？』 "Can anyone be called a human being who forgets his debt of gratitude and only thinks well of himself!?" #osakacastle #samurai #Bushido #yukimurasanada #katana

Photographed 1/24/25. This is Hanachozu from Hara Flower Shop.

Limited to 3 days! 【Amaou Afternoon Tea】 Popular varieties among strawberries, Luxurious afternoon tea🍰 with plenty of amaou The sweet and sour taste that spreads in the mouth creates a ♪ happy moment The production of dry ice that wraps the sweets is full 📸 of a sense of beauty With a parfait ✨ full of amaou Please enjoy it 🥰 🍓menu 【Sweets】 ・Amaou and black tea chiffon rolls ・Amaou Shortcake ・Amaou tart ・Strawberry macarons ・Amaou cream puff ・Amaou and chestnut Mont Blanc ・Strawberry Belline ・Amaou Chocolate Dip ・Amaou Parfait [Savory] ・Vichyssoise mousse, consomme julee ・ Today's gougère stuffing ・Amaou, mozzarella caprese 　Served with prosciutto ham, Aroma of Genoa [Drink] ・Ronnefeldt tea (7 kinds) ・Coffee ・Mocktail (2 types) 🍓fee 1 person ¥5,500 (tax and service charge included) 🍓 Offer Period Saturday, February 22, 2025 ~ Monday, February 24, 2025 🍓 Delivery time 22nd (Sat) & 23rd (Sun) 12:00~21:00 (Last entry 19:00) 24th (Mon) 12:00~17:00 (Last entry 15:00) *120 minutes Reservations and details 📞011-222-1522 Or visit the 👀 hotel's website

A photo of the first snow piled up in Kyushu this year

Jomon Snow Festival ~ Jomon LOVE Gathering! ~ will be held in!! Events that are irresistible for Jomon lovers. Jomon Relay Talk, one of Hokkaido's national treasures, an exhibition of Jomon clay figurines (reproductions), and a lineup of Jomon creators! There is a lot of content that will immerse you in Jomon. Although the times are different, Engaru Town will also exhibit for ♪ PR of Hokkaido's other national treasure "Hokkaido Shirataki Ruins" and sales of related goods and specialty products We look forward to seeing many of you, both core and non-core. Date & Time: February 8 (Sat) 11:00~19:00 　　　February 9 (Sun) 10:00~17:00 Location: Sapporo Underground Pedestrian Space (Chikaho) North 3-jo Intersection Square West "Sapporo Snow Festival" is held in on the day, so you can also go to and from the snow Festival Visiting the site Please ♪ stop by

Taking advantage of the cold climate and nature of the Suwa region, this Events was started with the hope of purifying Lake Suwa Lake and revitalizing the region. This year marks the 31st anniversary of the event. With the participation of 6 Towns and villages, let's create together with the aim of creating a Town planning and people who love the Local! Let's light it up together! Let's interact with the town! In addition to experiencing and broadcasting the charm of the Suwa area, with the meaning of "Suwa no Kuni Winter Thanksgiving", about 20,000 lights will Gari connect the town and people. Let's make it together! Let's light it up together! Let's interact with the town! Please go out to the fantastic Suwa area for one night only. Held in Saturday, February 1, 2025, from 5 p.m. (17:00) Location: Lights in various places in 6 cities and towns/villages in Suwa * Events details will be updated on the Official website as soon as they are decided. Ice Candle Official Website http://www.ice-candle.jp// ★ Where the ice candle is lit ・Around the shopping street in front of Kamisuwa Station ・Yanaginami Park ・Komeikan Street ・Tree-lined street ・Shimazaki 1 Sannomaru Street ・Takashima Castle ・Tenaga Shrine ・Suwa Grand Shrine Upper Shrine Miyamachi-dori Shrine Nokaze Kita approach to the temple ・Around the entrance of Sazanami Road on the Kamikawa Bridge side ・Starbucks Coffee Suwa Jonan ・Starbucks Coffee Suwa Lake SA (up line) ・Starbucks Coffee Nakaoki ・ Sake brewery street to Motomachi area ・Biore Hall ・Yualley Iki Iki Genkikan ・Kamisuwa Hot Spring Ryokan Street ・Suwakko Land ・Okaya Municipal Art and Archaeological Museum ・Shitsukaku Yukemuri Hiroba ・Shimosuwa inn Tachimachi Street ・Chino City Office (in front of the government building) ・Suwa Tokyo University of Science ・Deli & Cafe "K" (in Yatsugatake Nature Culture Park) ・Fuji Midaka Pension Village　　 　(in no particular order)

【❄️Introducing Photos Submitted to Winter Gokase 2025 — Part 4❄️】 Today we present photos submitted to the Winter Gokase 2025 contest, currently running on the Gokase Tourism Association’s Instagram account 🫡🎉 @_aymiii_photo @eco9syu_sekiryo @photo_ay_umi *Order is random* From Gokase Highland Ski Resort we received delightful, humorous shots and beautiful images that convey the joy of snow 😆🎶 Thank you for your submissions 😌💕 ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Gokase Town has seen a touch of snow again since yesterday ❄️ It’s cold and icy roads are worrying, so going out can be daunting, but we also welcome photos taken in your own yard — capture a lovely winter scene and feel free to submit it 🤗✨ <How to Enter> Follow the Gokase Tourism Association on Instagram (@gokase_kanko) and post with the hashtags “#Winter Gokase 2025” and “#Photo location (e.g., #Unoko Falls)” 📸 Gokase Tourism Association Instagram account → https://www.instagram.com/gokase_kanko/... *There are risks such as heavy snow and icy roads. Please ensure safety and take care to avoid accidents while shooting⚠️

In "How to Walk the Earth Osaka J20 2025~2026" We were introduced to ✨ Fujiidera City If you have seen it, please look for the article on 🥰 Fujiidera City

It's a nice day today. Have a nice day, everyone. Cappuccino and chocolate chunk scones. The heart latte art is cute, isn't it? 😊🩷

Chowa Town Wada Dōsōjin along Nakasendo Along the Nakasendo Road in the Wada area, you can see 😊 several Dōsōjin Are they children who enjoy lion dances? A very cute look 🥰💕

Hello. This is the Hokuryu Town Himawari Tourism Association. Winter JP01 Festival has been held in since yesterday at the Sapporo Station underground walking section Chi Ka Ho. Stalls in Hokuryu Town today, January 28-29. We sell sunflower rice, sunflower oil, Kurosenshi soybean products, etc., which have won Subject Japan Agricultural Award, so please come and visit us.

In winter, the air is clear and the clear nights are perfect ✨🌟✨ for stargazing Even in Shibu Onsen, if you avoid the streets and look up at the sky, the sky 🌌 is full of stars You can 💫💫 also take a picture of the winter constellation Orion with your iPhone Sometimes you can see it from the open-air bath! !️🙈✨️ ♨️

Held in 🎊 a winter exhibition at the Shiga Highlands Roman Museum from January 25 This exhibition is [Continued: Opened Kautei Art Library] Saturday, January 25, 2025 ~ Sunday, April 6, 2025 Opening Hours: 9:00~17:00 (Admission until 16:30)

Oku Shiga Highlands Ski Resort ⛷ The view is 🗻☀️ spectacular on a clear day We also found 🐰🐾🐾 rabbit tracks Check the latest information on ski resorts in Shiga Highlands from the URL! https://shigakogen-ski.or.jp/lift/index.html...