Today, I took a walk in Kawagoe before work.
It was crowded everywhere.
This is Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine.

Photographed 1/1/25.
This is Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine.

It was around 6:30 this morning at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine.

Today, I visited Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine to receive prayers for the New Year's Prayer for Good Luck. It is Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine around 6:30 in the morning. Luckily, I was able to receive a Marriage Jade.

Happy New Year!
Thank you for your continued support of Tateyama in 2025!

Photographed 1/1/25.
In front of the Honkawagoe Pepe, I was demonstrating the song.
I had the lion head bite off my head, and I had Ebisu-sama swing the hammer.

Photographed on 12/28/24.
It is Hanachozu of Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Photographed 12/24/24.
One character of hope in Kawagoe City in 2025 (Reiwa 7) is "叶".
May your wishes come true.

Photographed 1/1/25.
It is Hanachozu of Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine. It's like New Year's and it's gorgeous. 🎍✨

Photographed 1/1/25.
It is Hanachozu of Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Photographed 12/30/24.
It is the New Year's Torii (shrine gate) gate of Kawagoe Hachimangu.
Prayer today was very crowded.

I did First Pilgrimage to the Shrine.
It is Kawagoe Kumano Shrine at 7 o'clock in the morning.

Happy New Year! 🎍
Best regards again this year.
It is a giant ema of the Year of the Snake of Kawagoe Hachimangu.

Here are the 9 best of 2024.
(1) (2) Hanachozu of Kawagoe Hachimangu
(3) New Year's Torii (shrine gate) gate of Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine
(4) (7) Cherry blossoms on the Shingashi River
(5) Giant Ema of Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine
(8) Hydrangea of Kawagoe Hachimangu
(9) Red thread wind chime at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine
Thank you for your patience this year.
Best regards for next year. Happy New Year. 😊

🏖️2024 Hokule'a Shonan Tour✨ Complete ✨
The last sea of the year is Manazuru [Iwa] in Kanagawa Prefecture. 🪨🪨
Thank you to all the guests we met in 2024, to everyone who supported us, and to the ocean for welcoming us safely and giving us many healing and inspiration.
We look forward to 🎍🌸 your continued support in 2025

⭐1/4 (Sat) Hatsushima Tour⭐
Due to popular demand, there are 😮 only a few vacancies left
Apply as soon as possible!

Photographed 10/20/24.
It is the second day of the Kawagoe Festival.
The festival float of Senba Jiro Yasuya in Senba Towns visits Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine.

Photographed 10/20/24.
It is the second day of the Kawagoe Festival.
Greeting the Towns Hall, it is a festival float of Imanari no Suzume.

I visited the Ookuzure area of Kyonan Town. The daffodils have come into bloom in large numbers. They might bloom all at once during the upcoming New Year holidays.

If you take the town circulator bus, please get off at the "Ookuzure" stop.

Photographed 10/20/24.
It is the second day of the Kawagoe Festival.
In front of Kawagoe City Hall, it is a festival float of Iemitsu in Shintomi Town 1-chome.

Photographed 10/20/24.
It is the second day of the Kawagoe Festival.
In front of Kawagoe City Hall, it is a true festival float of Sugawara Road in Sugawara Towns.

Yesterday, when I was taking a walk in Kawagoe, I went to Tatsumi Udon noodles.
I put hot Jade on the toriten bukkake.
The ginger works and it's delicious.

This photo was taken at the Forest and Starry Sky Camp Village in Motegi Towns, Tochigi Prefecture.
While enjoying winter camping, you can see the beautiful starry sky and the Great Triangle in winter, so it is very healing.

This is GLIN COFFEE Honkawagoe Pepe store.
Ono Buncha × GLINCOFFEE This is a premium matcha latte with a sansho scent from the Kawagoe tea series. Aroma of sansho is very nice.
The Honkawagoe Pepe store is closed today. It's a shame because it's a restaurant that I liked. 😭

The early Spring tradition "Flower Igloo" at the east exit of Tateyama Station has begun! We take care of it every day, and the best time to see it is February ~ March. I would be happy ♪ if you could feel the Spring in Tateyama

[Notice on the Use of Public Toilets at Mount Oyama Summit
& Oyama Sando Map] 2024–2025
The public toilets at Mount Oyama Summit may be temporarily unavailable due to freezing. Please use the toilets in advance. Check the map of the approach for restroom locations.
We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
Access: Odakyu Line Isehara Station North Exit, Bus Stop No. 4
Take the bus bound for “Oyama Cable” for about 30 minutes
Get off at the final stop and walk 15 minutes along the Koma approach to the cable car station

Photographed 10/20/24.
It is the second day of the Kawagoe Festival.
In front of Kawagoe City Hall, it is a festival float of Nasori in Nandori Towns.

Photographed 10/20/24.
It is the second day of the Kawagoe Festival.
In front of Kawagoe City Hall, it is a festival float of Yorimitsu in Mikubo Town.
Actually, there are still many photos of the Kawagoe Festival.

[Year-end and New Year Business Hours Notice] 2024
Located midway up the stairs at the north exit of OdakyuLine Isehara Station, the station-side Kururin House and Isehara Station Tourist Information Center are open year-round!

We carry Isehara souvenirs and Kururin goods♪
*Kururin Plush Sale*
Until Monday, January 15, 2025
★1,800 yen (tax included) → 1,500 yen (tax included)

Take this chance to get your Kururin✨!
We look forward to seeing you.

Station-side Kururin House (Isehara Station Tourist Information Center)
OPEN 9:00–17:00 (open year-round)
*Shortened hours from January 1 to January 3: 10:00–15:00*
https://isehara-kanko.com/shop-kururinhouse/

Photographed 12/23/24.
It is Hanachozu of Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Learn about Japanese food culture!
Nationwide smartphone stamp rally across Japan 🗾 2024
To promote Japan’s food culture, we are holding a nationwide smartphone stamp rally that takes you to related sites featuring “100-year foods” and food culture museums across the country.
In Isehara✨ you can currently collect stamps at the two locations below!
* Otsuya Kyarabuki Honpo
(Oyama Koma Sando: 618 Oyama, Isehara, Kanagawa)
URL https://kyarabuki.com/
* Eki-naka Kururin House / Isehara Station Tourist Information Center
(On the stairs at the north exit of OdakyuLine Isehara Station)
URL https://isehara-kanko.com/

Participants will be entered in a drawing to win prizes related to 100-year foods and food culture museums.🎁
Bring your family, come with friends, or join solo—everyone is welcome♪
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Event period: until Friday, January 31, 2025
For details and to participate
Click here ▶ https://foodculture2021.go.jp/stamprally/