【PR Nishiokoppe in Asahikawa】 June 29 Sat ~ 30 Sun I went to AEON MALL Asahikawa West for a PR event for Nishiokoppe! The venue is called Green Court on the first floor. It is a large ~ space under the escalator. In order for the children to have fun, this time Held in a wooden castanet making Workshop! A total of 120 items were expected over the two days. The number of people who came exceeded the capacity. Castanets are made by stacking small wooden boards on top of each other. There are children who carefully color the inner surface and even the edges. There was a child who went home while playing the completed castanet. From the Komu Museum of Art Wooden Sandbox, Miracle CoroCoro Tower, puzzles, etc. I brought Mr./Ms.'s toy! The little Mr./Ms. also entered the wooden sandbox with their parents, I was glad that you seemed to enjoy the sound and feel of the wood. When you come to Nishiokoppe Village, please come and visit Kimume! Restrooms available for elementary school students to ride and play! ^^! In the hot summer, try the soft serve ice cream. The soft serve ice cream you eat in winter is also delicious. Restrooms available to everyone who stopped by our booth! #Nishiokoppe Village #Asahikawa #Aeon Nishi #PR Event #Summer Vacation #Recommended Spots #Kimu #Forest Art Museum #Workshop #Wooden castanets #Wood education #Woodworking #Come to Woody Summer School

Photographed on July 8, 24. It is a wind chime at the edge of Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. The wind chime corridor is lit up.

Photographed on July 8, 24. It is a wind chime at the edge of Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. It is lit up.

Photographed on July 8, 24. It is a wind chime at the edge of Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. It is lit up.

Photographed on July 6, 24. It is a wind chime at the edge of Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine.

Nice to meet you all and welcome to COOL JAPAN VIDEOS! Tsukigase Tourist Association. Best regards for introducing the charm of Tsukigase, Nara City, Nara Prefecture! ◆◆◆ What is Tsukigase, Nara City, Nara Prefecture? Tsukigase, Nara City, Nara Prefecture Tsukigase is the easternmost region of Nara Prefecture, bordered by Kyoto Prefecture Minami Yamashiro Village to the north, Mie Prefecture Iga City to the east, and Yamanobe County Yamazoe Village to the south. It has a population of about 1,200 people as of April 2024 and has a quiet and calm atmosphere. One of the most famous plum blossom spots in Japan, during the season when the Plum blossoms is in full bloom, many tourists Visit. ◆◆◆ Access to Tsukigase, Nara City, Nara Prefecture ・Bus About 80 minutes from JR Nara Station to Tsukigase Plum Grove ・Automobile About 50 minutes from Nara to Tsukigase Plum Grove About 100 minutes from Kyoto to Tsukigase Plum Grove ◆◆◆ History of Tsukigase, Nara City, Nara Prefecture Tsukigase has been known as a famous place for famous plum blossoms since ancient times. It is said that Plum trees was planted in the Shinpukuji Temple Precincts of the Oyama in 1205, and then in 1331, a woman in the emperor's entourage smoked the Plum Fruits, and smoked plum the many Ume Plum was planted Spread Tsukigase how to make "ubai". The beautiful landscape of Tsukigase's Plum trees was designated as Japan's first scenic spot in 1922. ◆◆◆ Popular Sightseeing spots in Tsukigase, Nara City, Nara Prefecture ◇Tsukigase Bumekei Tsukigase Plum Grove About 10,000 trees Plum blossoms along the Valleys of the Satsukigawa river beautifully dye it red and white. Plum blossoms are in full bloom from February to March every year, and you can see the stunning scenery. Ume Gorge is maintained with walking paths, and about 200,000 tourists enjoy the Plum blossoms every year. ◇Lake Tsukigase Lake Tsukigase is an artificial lake formed by the Takayama Dam, and you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the four seasons. Cherry blossoms in Spring, fresh greenery in summer, Autumn leaves in autumn, snowy scenery in winter, and Worth visiting all year round Hiking courses are also maintenance in the surrounding area, where you can enjoy Hiking and Cycling. ◇Ume no Sato Tsukigase Onsen Ume no Sato Tsukigase Onsen is a Hot Spring facilities surrounded by beautiful Nature of Tsukigase. From the Hot Spring, you can see the scenery of the four seasons, especially the beautiful scenery of the Plum trees blooming in Spring, which was designated as the first scenic spot in Japan. From the open-air bath, you can overlook the Iga Basin and spend a luxurious time. Ume Kokoro Restaurant serves dishes made with local ingredients. ◇Tsukigase Onsen Fureai Ichiba The Interactive Market is a Direct sales shop where you can find Fresh Local Agricultural Products and Specialty Products. Tsukigase's Specialty Products, Yamato tea and umeboshi, are popular. It is a recommended spot to look for Souvenirs of Tsukigase sightseeing. ◇Romantopia Tsukigase Romantopia Tsukigase is a comprehensive facility where you can fully enjoy the Nature of Tsukigase. maintained campsites and Barbecue facilities, it is ideal for Use in Families and group. You can also enjoy tea picking, hand-rubbing tea, konjac making, Pounding rice cakes, Tea making experiences, and traditional craft Tradition classes. ◇Lakeside Village Tsukigase The Lakeside Village Tsukigase is a tourist facilities surrounded by majestic Nature, and Events such as Ume Plum Festival, cherry blossom Festival, New Tea Festival, maple Festival, and jumbo pumpkin Festival are Held in throughout the year. Fresh Local produce can be purchased at the Direct sales. Popular at the Shokudo, the "daily set meal" that focuses on local vegetables and handmade dishes is very popular. ◆◆◆ Events and Festivals in Tsukigase, Nara City, Nara Prefecture ◇Tsukigase Ume Festival The Tsukigase Ume Festival, Held in every year from February to March at Tsukigase Bumekei, is a major Events visited by many tourists. Events are held in various places The first Tsukigase Plum Museum. Enjoy about 10,000 bright red and white plum trees. ◆◆◆ Specialty products of Tsukigase, Nara City, Nara Prefecture ◇ Yamato tea Tsukigase has long been known as a famous production area of Yamato tea. Yamato tea made in the Yamato Highlands at an Elevation of 400 Meters has a refreshing flavor and good aroma. ◇Umeboshi There are many Processed Ume Products Restrooms available in the Tsukigase, such as "Ume Plum Shiso Rolls", "Ume chocolate", and "Ume syrup" using Tsukigase Ume Plum. Among them, Tsukigase's umeboshi is said to be rich in flavor and good for health, and has been loved by many people since ancient times. ◆◆◆Tourist Information of Tsukigase, Nara City, Nara Prefecture Tsukigase, Nara City, Nara Prefecture is a region colored by beautiful nature and rich history. In particular, the beautiful Ume in full bloom in the Spring season is a superb view that many people should see. We will send out special offers on Tsukigase sightseeing in Nara City, Nara Prefecture on COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, so please follow us! Photo courtesy of Yasunori Okamoto

【Notice】Charity Festival 3 days from July 13th ~ July 15th At the Event Plaza before Roadside Station Iwanai 2024 Reiwa 6 Noto Peninsula Earthquake Charity Festival Held in! Iwauchi Lions Club's Stalls booth All proceeds will be donated to the disaster-stricken areas! Local restaurants also support Stalls Events ♪ such as Oyster Ice Eating Where are we going for a three-day weekend? and If you are thinking! Please 😊 come to Iwauchi Towns Organizer: Iwauchi Lions Club Light Truck City ★July 14 Sun 9:00~11:00 At the shopping street in front of the station pedestrian paradise The 28th Inai Light Truck Fair was held in ♪ Restrooms available 🍞 delicacies, vegetables 🧅, and bread Check out the poster for more details. Organizer: Inai Light Truck City Executive Committee

The other day, I set out to discover a new walking course in the former Toyoda Village area, so I walked from JR Iiyama Line kaesa station to lotus station. I started at 6 a.m. while the air was still a bit cool, before it got hot. Listening to stories from staff born or living locally, I walked along the Chikuma River, through villages, and along paths surrounded by rice fields. I crossed the newly built Kanakura Kabeta Bridge and also admired it from below. Since I usually only drive over that bridge, the views felt fresh. Along the way I passed IiyamaLine trains about three times and was reminded how well walking, railways, and scenery go together. The walk took about three hours including breaks. There are still things to improve, but this looks like a refreshingly pleasant course!

🐋 Prayer for the opening of the sea and the safety of the sea The long-awaited summer has arrived ✨ At two beaches in Mikuni Town, Fukui Prefecture, a sea opening ceremony was held 🌅 to pray for safety Use also conducts water rescue drills to protect the safety of all users, and the Bathing in the sea season is in full swing! 🏖 Mikuni Mr./Ms. Set Beach ・ The shallow and wide beach is Popular with Families! ・ Marine sports are popular 🏄 ・ Held in Mikuni Fireworks Festival on 8/11 Sun! ⁡ Famous as a Spot to watch the sunset. 🏖 Hamachi Beaches ・ It features beautiful sandy beaches and highly transparent seawater! You may be able to observe the fish. ・ In the vicinity, there are plenty of leisure facilities such as Echizen Matsushima Aquarium and Shibamasa World This year is expected 😖 to be hotter than last year You can come to cool off or play to your heart's content! Be sure 🍽️ to stop by the surrounding Sightseeing spots This summer, I'm coming to visit the sea of Mikuni~ ☺️ ࿐·˖✶࿐·˖✶࿐·˖✶࿐·˖✶࿐·˖✶࿐·˖✶࿐·˖✶ In the middle 💘 of the charm of Fukui Prefecture Check out our past posts!

It is a wind chime of the Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine Office. It is a cute wind chime of Squid. 🍉🎐 The letters of "disease-free disaster" are very Beautiful.. May Mr./Ms. all be able to spend their time without illness.

🌸 Gokase Cherry Blossom Viewing 2024 — Results Announcement 🌸 Thank you for waiting‼️ Here are the results of “Gokase Cherry Blossom Viewing 2024” 🥳👏 We received a total of 116 votes this time ✍️✨ Thank you so much for all your votes 😌 Now for the results 👇👇👇 🥇 Gold Prize @gokase_pan — Rain and the Night at Josenji Weeping Cherry Tree 🥈 Silver Prize @sakai_0808 — Nighttime Hanami Camp at the Waterfront Park 🥉 Bronze Prize @niidome2110 — Evening at Josenji Weeping Cherry Tree Congratulations to all the winners㊗️🥳🎉 And thank you to everyone who participated and submitted entries 🙏✨ By the way…… We’ll soon announce a photo contest on Instagram themed around summer in Gokase 😳💡 Please join us again 🥰

Photographed on July 8, 24. It is a wind chime at the edge of Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. Among the 2,000 wind chime, there is only one red thread wind chime There are. May everyone's wishes come true Mr./Ms..

Photographed on July 6, 24. It is a wind chime at the edge of Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine.

It is a wind chime at the edge of Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. Yesterday, I had an early morning Prayer.

Now, in Suwa City, it is "daylily" in Kirigamine. "Hydrangeas" are in Best time to visit in the city. Thereare hydrangea sights in various parts of the city.　Shoganji Temple in Suwa City is also known as "Hydrangea Temple". In this Ume Plum Rainy Season, why don't you go out with an umbrella for the wonderful seven changing hydrangeas? Japan is 🎶 a wonderful country where you can feel the atmosphere of Ume plum rain even in Ume plum rain

Photographed on July 6, 24. It is a wind chime at the edge of Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. We are exorcising the wind chime corridor.

Nice to meet you all and welcome to COOL JAPAN VIDEOS! It is an industry and tourism public corporation in Shinshu Nakano Industry & Tourism Public Corporation.. Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture is a city located in the northern part of Shinshu Nagano Prefecture, with a population of about 40,000 as of 2024. Thereare in Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture, is a spot rich in beautiful nature scenery and historical sights, and is popular with many tourists. Fresh fruits and vegetables are also known for their rich agricultural products. ■■■Access to Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture ◇ Tokyo - Access to Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture Automobile access: Nakano City is about 3 hours and 30 minutes away by car from Tokyo. The most common route is to take the Metropolitan Expressway Use Kan-etsu Expressway north, go via the Joshinetsu Automobile Expressway Shinshu and get off at the Nakano IC. Access by train: Access by train from Tokyo to Nakano City is best Used by Shinkansen. From Tokyo Station, take the Hokuriku Shinkansen to Nagano Station, then transfer to Nagano Electric Railway and arrive at Shinshu Nakano Station in about 30 minutes. The total journey time is about 1 hour and 50 minutes. ■■■Popular Sightseeing spots in Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture ◇Ippongi Park Rose Park Ippongi Park is one of the Sightseeing spots Representative of Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture, and is famous for its beautiful roses in full bloom. Especially from Spring to early summer, 3,000 shares of about 850 species are in Best time to visit, and the entire park is enveloped in a gorgeous atmosphere. Events such as the "Nakano Rose Festival" are also Held in, and many tourists visit. ◇Reikanji Temple Musho Daishi Ancestral Hall Reikanji Temple is a historical Temple built in the Edo period and is considered one of the One of the three most sacred places in Japan. The Musho Daishi Ancestral Hall in front of the approach to the temple was built in 1959 to commemorate the 600th anniversary of Musou Taishi. Red and white azalea flowers bloom in May, delighting Worshippers. ◇Jorakuji Temple The current Main Hall was built in 1819, and the transom with eight carved scenes is designated as a tangible cultural property of Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture. In the arhat hall with a red roof, which stands out from a distance, 500 arhats are enshrinement in Hina-dan. ◇Higashiyama Park Higashiyama Park, which is about a 20-minute walk from the city center of Nakano City, is popular among citizens as a famous place for cherry blossoms. Spot with a panoramic view of Nakano City, it is ideal for walking and picnics. ◇Takayashiro, Viewing Road The Takayashiro, Viewing Road offers beautiful views of the Chikuma River, Five Mountains of Northern Shinshu and Nakano City. Visit Visit especially in autumn because the autumn leaves are beautiful. ◇Tatsuyuki Tatsuno Memorial Hall / Hometown Bridge It is a memorial hall that conveys the achievements of Tatsuyuki Tatsuno, who created famous songs such as "Hometown". The hometown Bridge is located near the memorial hall, There is a there is a "hometown" melody Panel installed on the parapet, so you can cross the bridge while listening to the melody. ◇Clay Doll Painting Experience You can experience painting clay doll paintings that have been loved by the locals for a long time as local toys in Nakano City at the Japanese Clay Doll Museum. You can color your favorite dolls such as puppies, sitting rabbits, moon rabbits, and beckoning cats. beckoning cat is also popular with foreign tourists visiting Japan as There are "Lucky Cat". ■■■Events and Festivals in Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture ◇Nakano Gion Festival Nakano Gion Festival is a traditional Festival that is Held in every July. It is a historic festival that originated from a horse-riding event held about 500 years ago. portable shrine and the Great Lion Procession procession the city, allowing locals and tourists alike to come together for fun. There are many stalls and Stalls lined up, and a lively atmosphere is Unfolds. ◇Nakano Shon Shon Festival On the main street of Nakano City, you can enjoy dancing by dancers and participants dressed in various costumes. It is a festival where you can jump in and participate. ■■■Specialty products of Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture ◇ Enokitake Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture is famous as a production area for enokitake mushrooms. Fresh Naenokitake mushrooms are widely used not only in Local cuisine but also throughout the country. ◇ Apples Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture is also known as a production area of apples, which boasts one of the highest production volumes in Japan, and produces fragrant and flavorful apples. Local farmers painstakingly grow apples that are highly regarded nationwide. ■■■Tourist Information of Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture! Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture is a Mr./Ms. Sightseeing spot with beautiful Nature, rich history, and fascinating Sightseeing spot and events. Please visit Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture and have a wonderful experience that will remain in your memory. COOL JAPAN VIDEOS will send out Recommendations for Nakano City, so thank you!

Miyazaki Prefecture Gokasecho Gourmet: Bar EL CAMPO (Bar Eru Kanpo) A hidden retreat in the forest: Bar EL CAMPO You can unwind in a log-house venue surrounded by mountains and enjoy a slow pace of time. The owner’s carefully crafted cocktails and the wide selection of whiskies are a highlight. Try the unique “El Campo Burger,” made with deer meat and available only here. Hours: Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays 3:00 PM–12:00 AM Note: Monday–Thursday are by reservation only. Please consult us by the day before. Contact: 872-1 Kuraoka, Gokasecho, Nishiusuki District, Miyazaki Prefecture 882-1201 Phone: 080-9799-0094

Miyazaki Prefecture Gokasecho Gourmet — Enoha no Ie Enoha no Ie sits right beside the clear stream where yamame trout thrive. Here you can enjoy yamame dishes made from Gokase’s pure water. Alongside grilled salt-roasted yamame and sweet-simmered yamame, you can also taste yamame sashimi, which requires the freshest fish. A yamame fishing pond nearby lets you try yamame fishing casually. Hours: 11:00–17:00 Closed: Open daily Contact: 4615 Kuraoka, Gokasecho, Nishiusuki District, Miyazaki Prefecture, 882-1201 Phone: 0982-83-2321

Miyazaki Prefecture Gokasecho Gourmet: Shoku no Sato Gogo At lunch, enjoy hearty, filling meals; in the evening, the restaurant fills with locals at Shoku no Sato Gogo. You can dine while looking out over the upstream of the Mikasho River. The house specialties are charcoal-grilled local chicken and kama-age udon. Hours: Lunch 11:00–13:30 (last order 13:15) / Dinner 17:30–21:30 (last order 21:00) Closed: Monday Contact: 1287-3 Mikasho, Gokasecho, Nishiusuki District, Miyazaki Prefecture 882-1203 Phone: 0982-82-0635 (Reservations are recommended for dinner)

Miyazaki Prefecture Gokasecho Gourmet: Cloud Above the Grapes Cloud Above the Grapes is a restaurant located on the grounds of Gokase Winery Enjoy a buffet of dishes made with local ingredients and freshly caught yamame trout. The curry made with Gokase wine is also popular. Help yourself to a wide selection of dishes from salads to desserts as much as you like! Hours: 11:00–15:00 (last order 14:30) Closed: Wednesday and Thursday Contact: 4847-1 Kuwanochi, Gokasecho, Nishiusuki District, Miyazaki Prefecture 882-1202 Phone: 0982-73-5470

Gokasecho, Miyazaki Prefecture Gourmet Restaurant Gose (Itsuse), located inside Gokase Onsen Mori no Yado Kijiya You can enjoy a variety of seasonal dishes. Using 100% Gokase-grown grapes for Gokase Wine, the locally acclaimed Takachiho Beef—a brand honored at the National Wagyu Ability Competition—salt-grilled yamame (mountain trout), tempura of wild mountain vegetables, and other carefully chosen seasonal ingredients, the restaurant offers a menu that highlights the best flavors of each season. Hours: Lunch 11:00–15:00 / Dinner 17:00–21:00 Closed: Every Tuesday. Please check the official website for holiday closures. Contact: 9223 Mikasho, Gokasecho, Nishiusuki District, Miyazaki Prefecture 882-1203 Phone: 0982-82-1115 Fax: 0982-82-1145

Miyazaki Prefecture Gokasecho Shopping & Souvenirs: Yuuhi no Sato Local Products Center Yuuhi no Sato Local Products Center sits on the grounds of Gokase Winery In addition to freshly harvested morning vegetables brought in by local residents, the center offers a wide selection of kamairi tea and processed goods Hours: 9:00–17:00 Closed: Thursdays Contact: 0982-73-5471

Photographed on July 6, 24. It is a wind chime at the edge of Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. We are exorcising the wind chime shelf.

Today, we visited LEC COFFEE Mr./Ms.. It's chai and matcha tiramisu. It's so delicious that I look forward to it every time. It was very hot today, so I was healed. Thanks to you, I was able to take a photo of the illumination of the rim musubi wind chime. Thank you. 😊

July 7 (Sunday) Sunset Village Kids Festa – Tanabata Festival– On Tanabata day, July 7, the Sunset Village Creation Promotion Council and the Childcare Support Center teamed up to hold the Sunset Village Kids Festa – Tanabata Festival – in the Wind Hall at Gokase Winery👨‍👩‍👧‍👦🎋✨ True to the Wind Hall’s name, the wind blew strongly, but the sky was perfectly clear and blazing sunny—a day with no better weather🥵☀️ That didn’t bother anyone: the children were full of energy💪✨ A water play area was set up at the venue! Kids blasted water pistols in the pool, sent all kinds of bubbles into the air, and played with water-balloon yo-yos… the fun continued from morning until the event ended, always packed and lively🔫👏 On stage, children moved their bodies to music in a rhythmics session, sang together at a mini concert, and listened intently to picture-book readings and a panel theater. A special collaboration with the local wind ensemble, G Music Band, brought an electrifying hula dance that thrilled the crowd🥳🙌 There were also hands-on experiences with wind and percussion instruments and the koto, and the children were ecstatic to touch live instruments they rarely get to try🎺🎶 Vendors lined up, including BLANCO Ice Cream from nearby Yamatomachi, offering drinks and treats for kids and adults and fun lottery games. The place was bustling🌭🥤🍧 Upstairs in the cool Wine Hall, Midori Kakuda’s photo exhibition and photo session were held, capturing many lovely and new scenes of Gokase in beautiful shots📸✨ On the same floor, a nursing room and a rest area provided considerate support for visitors with small children🍼💕 In the afternoon, everyone wrote wishes on tanzaku and tied them to the bamboo. The once bare bamboo became brightly decorated, creating a very atmospheric scene😌 The children’s heartfelt, unique wishes felt cleansing to the heart🥹✨ The venue was arranged with parents’ comfort in mind, and the children, who had played to their hearts’ content and ended up soaked from head to toe, left wearing satisfied smiles😊🥰👏 Places and opportunities where children can laugh and play freely are precious😳✨ It was a perfect day, and I hope many more wonderful events like this will be held in the future👍👍👍

It's dark outside because of the Ume plum rain, but the gorgeousness of the hydrangeas stands out! This is a temple called Jokoji Temple in Kamisaijo, Shiojiri City, and is also Famous as Camphor Tree Temple.

July 7 ~ July 9 Iwauchi Shrine Annual Grand Festival Held in The Iwauchi Shrine Annual Grand Festival is a festival that is familiar to the Locals as a "Inai Festival". As the Yoimiya Festival on the 7th, the Japan Festival on the 8th, and the Return Festival on the 9th, the portable shrine is passed on the 8th and 9th. Saruta Hikomei and Uzu Memei are appointed from the Honkai at the age of 42 that year. On the 9th, the national highway was completely closed to traffic, and the sight of two portable shrines running up the "Shrine Slope" at once is sure to take your breath away. Town Intangible folk cultural assets's "Akasaka Guy" is also a highlight. You can check the detailed schedule on the Iwauchi Shrine website. Don't miss this once-a-year opportunity!

Photographed on July 6, 24. It is the wind chime of Kawagoe Hachimangu. 🎐 The strips are also wonderful.

Photographed on July 6, 24. It is the wind chime of Kawagoe Hachimangu. 🎐