Tokachi Hills, a garden on a gentle hill in Makubetsu, is hosting Rose Week until Sunday, July 13.

At the entrance, you can borrow leisure sheets and baskets for free and enjoy a picnic inside the garden.

The café attached to the shop serves soft-serve ice cream, rice balls, curry and more.
This time I had a chilled white corn soup made with Memuro-grown corn.
There is also Garden Cafe NIWAKARA in the garden, where you can enjoy lunch or a reservation-only afternoon tea while looking over the grounds.

Even after Rose Week, various events take place, so please stop by.

Tokachi Hills Instagram @tokachihills
Garden photos @tokachihillsgardeners
Garden Cafe Niwakara @niwakara__tokachihills

Access:
About a 20-minute drive from obihiro station, or about a 50-minute bike ride from obihiro station.
If you cycle from obihiro station, there are uphill sections, so we recommend an electric bicycle.
Cycling will give you a good sweat—please watch out for heatstroke.
You pass Manabe Garden by bike, so you can visit both gardens on one ride.
It takes about 25 minutes by bike from Manabe Garden to Tokachi Hills.

https://www.tokachi-hills.jp/

Today (July 10) I covered a hop harvest 😆

It was my first time seeing this year’s hop field... and it was spectacular✨✨

Straight-reaching vines, healthy dark green leaves, and clusters of hops hanging like little bells…!!

“It’s a shame this view will be gone after today!” I said as I gazed with the grower 👀

With preparations complete, it was time to harvest 💪
There were so many cones that even removing the supporting wires was a struggle 💦

We filled bags with the harvested hops, and I worried they might not all fit on the truck we were loading back with today 😂

These hops will be processed into beer with a fresh, lively aroma 🍺

I tasted last year’s brew too — it had a refreshing scent and went down easy 😆👍

I can’t wait to try this year’s beer 😍

Hello, this is Ryusui-do. This year, wind chimes with a cool, clear tone have been hung in the Takiue Area along the path to Senga Falls!
Wind chimes that turn a breeze into sound are said to have a relaxing, soothing effect.
Please let the sound of the wind chimes, the roar of the falls, and the rich nature of Shosenkyo Gorge heal your daily fatigue in the Takiue Area!

💎July Birthstones💎

Ruby
Long beloved around the world, the queen of gemstones, ruby, symbolizes passion, love, victory, and beauty. It is said to enhance the wearer’s charm and boost confidence.

Sphene
Success · Good fortune · Connections
A stone that helps the owner’s talents bloom and leads to success—‘a stone that can change your life’.

We also offer a variety of other natural stones and accessories, so please stop by to experience the healing space woven by natural stones and the sound of the falls.

We look forward to the day we can see your lovely smiles.

#Shosenkyo Gorge #Mitake Shosenkyo Gorge #Yamanashi Prefecture #Yamanashi #Kofu City #Kofu #Kai City #Kai #Scenic Spot #Japan’s Scenic Views #Spectacular Views #Sightseeing #Tourist Attraction #Travel #Yamanashi Trip #Yamanashi Sightseeing #Ryusui-do

Hydrangea in the hemp cotton field (photographed on July 10)
It's in full bloom.
https://www.kankouotaki.com/mamembara.html

Notice of the End of the After Hydrangea Festival
The hydrangeas floated in the tanks around the monument at Izukyu Shimoda Station rotary were well received by many visitors, and for a brief while everyone could enjoy a beautiful sight 💐✨

Although the display was originally scheduled to run until Tuesday, July 16, we decided to remove the flowers on the evening of Friday, July 11 due to consecutive days of extreme heat.
This being the first attempt at this exhibition, we conducted the trial under three challenging conditions—hydrangeas past their peak in the garden, near-summer temperatures, and water—while worrying how long the blossoms could remain beautiful. We implemented all possible measures, including rotating flowers and topping up the tanks, but under the midsummer-like sun it proved difficult to preserve their beauty, so we made the decision to end the display earlier than planned.
We sincerely apologize to everyone who was looking forward to it and ask for your understanding.

Next fun thing in Shimoda: swimming at the beach 🏖️
Please continue to enjoy everything Shimoda has to offer 🌊🍧🎐

Sakai Great Fish Night Market is heating up again this year!🏮

The Sakai Tourism Concierge will take part in the Sakai Great Fish Night Market again this year!
🐟With fish auctions and 🎵stage performances, we want to liven things up together with everyone!
Please come to the Sakai Great Fish Night Market! We sincerely look forward to seeing you at the venue✨

Photographed on July 9, 25.
This is the Suzu Araragi wind chime of Tokyo Daijingu Shrine. 🎐

[Recommended Power Spot in Miyoshi ✨]
This is Shina Falls in Kisa, Miyoshi City.
The three waterfalls known as Shina Falls lie within a 1.5 km gorge stretching from Kisa to Konu.

A well-maintained, gentle walking trail leads you to the largest fall, Ichi no Taki, which drops about 11 m. (Photo)
You can spot many wild animals and plants here.

Besides the three main falls, small cascades appear here and there,
so you can fully enjoy the great outdoors 😊

*From Ni no Taki to San no Taki you sometimes have to climb the streambed and cross the river using ropes.
Make sure you have proper gear, and watch out for snakes 🐍.*

Where are your favorite power spots in Miyoshi?
Please tell us in the comments!

[Shina Falls]
📍Kumotsu, Kisa, Miyoshi City
🚙15 minutes from Kisa IC on the Onomichi Expressway

🐻🤎 [Montbell Club Friend Fair Yokohama 2025] 🐻

Thank you to everyone who stopped by the Sakuho Town and Koumicho booths!

We introduced 🌲✨ plenty of the charms of Shinshu's Nature, such as the high-Elevation Shirakoma Pond, the mysterious moss forest where moss spreads, and the Yachiho Highlands where you can enjoy Seasonal Nature

I was 😊🤍 happy to pick up delicious Local Specialty and tourist brochures
Shinshu Sakuho Town and Koumi Town are perfect areas for summer getaway trips.
I hope 🌲🍁 to see you again in the Nature of Shinshu

At Manabe Garden in Obihiro, hydrangeas are beginning to bloom little by little.

At the garden entrance, a gnome-like fairy known in Europe as a guardian of the garden welcomes visitors.

A film set from the morning drama series Natsuzora is also on display beside the entrance and next to the café on the lawn terrace.

After strolling through the garden, why not enjoy lunch or a cold sweet at the café?

The sweets menu includes three parfaits—the ice brulee parfait, the Strawberry Green Garden parfait, a coffee jelly parfait—as well as soft-serve ice cream. This time I had the ice brulee parfait—what a blissful moment.

It has been hot every day, so please enjoy summer sightseeing while staying hydrated.

Access: about a 10-minute drive from Obihiro Station, about a 20-minute bike ride from Obihiro Station
about a 20-minute bus ride from Obihiro Station
http://www.manabegarden.jp/

Prayer at Tokyo Daijingu Shrine today.
This is Suzu Araragi wind chime. 🎐

Minami Furano, Shintoku, Shikaoi
I made a pamphlet in three neighboring towns 📕

In the middle of Hokkaido, we introduce delicious Gourmet food made with good trees, good water, good snow, the blessings of nature, and a variety of activities experiences.

This pamphlet is not only packed with the charm of the three towns on National Route 38 and 274,
Each town is color-coded and easy to see.
You can catch detailed Information by searching with the QR code on the page.

The colors of each of the three towns are...
Minamifurano Town - "Swaying lavender🪻 of Lake Kanayama"
Shintoku Town – "The deep blues🫐 of Lake Sahoro"
Shikaoi Town - "Transparent Aqua Marine 💚 of Lake Shirabetsu"

The overall use of gentle colors and the matte and elegant paper texture make it a pamphlet that you can feel Commitment.
As digitization progresses, it is a retrograde paper pamphlet, but I would like you to pick it up once and turn the page.
(Personally, I would like 💡 you to pay attention to the sound of turning the page.)

It seems unusual for neighboring towns to have a joint pamphlet.
So when you come to the Roadside Station or the Tourism Association Window, please pick it up, look at it, and touch it!

We look forward to seeing you💁 ‍♀️

#Hokkaido
#Shintoku Town
#Minamifurano Town
#Shikaoi
#Shintoku
#Nanpu
#Shikaoi
#Shintoku Tourism Association
#Minami Furano Town Planning Tourism Association
#Shikaoi Town Tourism Association
#Joint of 3 towns
#Brochure
#hokkaido
#hokkaidotrip
#hokkaidotourism
#tourism
#shintoku
#minamihurano
#shikaoi
#welcomeshintoku
#discovershintoku

Confectionery Judo
On this day, the gluttonous Kasai was lured by the sweet Aroma as usual and visited Judo-san!
On the day of the event, the person who dealt with the gluttonous Kasai was Mr. TakeVillage. The company was founded about 64 years ago. Judo is Famous in the Locals for its ankoro mochi, dango, and shionaka. This "ankoro mochi" is often served at funerals in the Suwa region. I was born and raised in Suwa, but in the Suwa region, I have never heard of and custom of "moon viewing". There are and Botamochi have often heard.
Gluttonous Kasai bought Swiss rolls, daifuku, and Dango. The cut roll was gentle and high-quality fresh cream, and on this day, chestnuts were included, and it was so delicious that it became addictive. Daifuku is also recommended for women because the bean paste is not sweet and the mochi is soft, and it is a size that can be eaten Anytime! The Dango is exquisite, the sauce wraps the Dango tightly, and it is easy to purchase because it is a full-scale meal! As a glutton, I 🎶 was also curious about the "appuru cake" in the showcase
On this day, it was not in the showcase, but my Gourmet master's "Sacchan Master" in the Information Center in front of the station is Exquisite cream puffs and seems to be recommended to everyone!! If you have the opportunity, please buy it!! Mr. TakeVillage's best was ankoro mochi, dango, and salt!

◎ Sweets Judo
📍 2-1-17 Suwa, Suwa City
☎ 0266-52-2555
◎ Business hours : 08:00 - 17:30
◎ Regular holiday: January 1, Not opens (Vacation once a month)
◎ Car parking lot: 2 cars (in front of the house next to the store and in front of the parking lot on the right side across the road from the store entrance Car )

Today, Gluttony Kasai went to Kotobuki-dou. Mr.Takemura introduce me about Kotobuki-dou. The Kotobuki-dou is famous for Ankoro mochi, Dango and salty Monaka.
I saw Ankoro mochi in funeral. This is regional persists habit around suwa area.
Also, this area, I don’t listen so much about Otsukimi (Moon viewing).
The day I bought Daifuku, roll cake and Dango. Rolled cake was not too sweet, the cream was so smooth and soft. The Daifuku also not too sweet, the size is bite sized. So, it is easy to eat even kids and women. Dango is also bite sized. Mitarashi sauce is so fit together well. Hmmm… So nice! I was curious about apple cake too.
My gourmet master “Satchan” taught me, her recommendation is “Cream Puff”. But that day wasn’t there. I’ll try again other day! Mr.Takemura’s recommendation is Daifuku, Dango and salty Monaka.

◎ Sweets place Kotobuki-dou
◎2-1-17 Suwa, Suwa City
☎ 0266-52-2555
◎ Opening Hours: 08:00 - 17:30
◎ Regular holiday: January 1st, irregular holiday (closed once a month)
◎ Parking lot: 2 cars (please see 10th, 11th picture))

[July 27 – September 26] Mobile bus tour between Kushiro and Kawayu Onsen begins!

A mobile bus tour linking Kushiro Prince Hotel and the streets of Kawayu Onsen is starting!
The period runs from Sunday, July 27, 2025 to Friday, September 26, 2025, about two months.
Buses from Kushiro to Kawayu Onsen operate three times a week on Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays, and buses from Kawayu Onsen to Kushiro run three times a week on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.
This is a slow-paced, day-long mobile bus tour that stops at various sightseeing spots along the way. Each direction follows a different route, so please use it for both outbound and return trips.
Accommodation and meals are not included in the tour.


https://www.clubgets.com/loginet_express/
https://masyuko.or.jp/news/2025_bustour/

Midsummer in Teshikaga
Spots you should definitely visit 🚌🎶

📍Wakoto Peninsula (Lake Kussharo)
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This area is often filled with people trying canoeing or stand-up paddleboarding. You’ll frequently see friendly large dogs enjoying the water with their owners, which makes the scene feel wonderfully heartwarming 🐶🛶✨

Of course, just strolling is perfectly fine. You can find yourself mesmerized by the clear surface of the water and breathe in deliciously fresh air—this beautiful nature alone satisfies all your senses.

Be sure to fully enjoy Teshikaga’s nature 🦕💖

https://masyuko.or.jp/enjoy/wakoto/

To the unknown summer scenery of Japan——Shobara rural woodlands Rafting experience! 🌊

Why don't you dive into the nature of Shobara, Hiroshima Prefecture?
Surrounded by idyllic rural woodlands, Shobara offers a healing rafting adventure down a gentle river. It is a trip where you can get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and encounter the real "Japan countryside".

🚣 ♀️ The charm of 🚣 ♀️ Shobara rural woodlands Rafting
・ Even beginners can rest assured that there is a Local guide! Rafting on the Saijo River
・Superb view of Four Seasons (cherry blossoms in Spring, Fresh greenery in summer, Autumn leaves in autumn)
・ You can come into contact with Nature such as fish and mountains
・Recommended for families, couples, and solo travelers!

Drive is one and a half hours from Hiroshima city and Access is good. Day trip or Accommodation ◎
Why don't you go on an adventure that will make you feel this summer? ✨

Click here for details and reservations▽
https://www.shobara-info.com/2500

👀Special Incense Exhibition

📢The Birthplace of Incense!
A special limited-time exhibition of Sakai incense will be held!✨
The method of making incense came from China in the 16th century and spread nationwide. Sakai’s incense-making tradition is still carefully passed down by artisans today.🥰
Through the scents of incense, experience the roots of Sakai craftsmanship and the living traditional culture in daily life, and take this chance to appreciate the artisans’ handiwork and the beauty of fragrance
Please do so now🤗

📅 Exhibition period: Friday, July 18 – Sunday, July 27
📍 Venue: Sakai Densho-kan, 2nd floor, TAKUMI EXHIBITION
*Applications for the incense-making workshop on July 26 have ended.
We look forward to welcoming you all👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

Mirasaka Town, Miyoshi City
Introducing a gourmet town that's drawing attention for its cluster of Miyoshi's delicious eateries
✨

From authentic French cuisine to a tofu shop that draws lines,
and long-established makers of Hiroshima's representative wagashi and bread,
this town simply overflows with tasty treats😋

Found a shop you like? Save it and let’s go!!♪


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1. Mirasaka Fromage
📍1617-1 Nika, Mirasaka Town, Miyoshi City, Hiroshima Prefecture
🅿 Available
Other／Certified Miyoshi Brand product (Fromage de Mirasaka)

2. Zakka Cafe Kotonone (Koto no Ne)
Instagram: @koto.no.ne
📍666-2 Nika, Mirasaka Town, Miyoshi City, Hiroshima Prefecture
🅿 Available
Other／Last order 16:00
Please check the shop’s Instagram for the business calendar.

3. Izumiya Japanese and Western Confectionery Workshop
Instagram: @izumiya_mirasaka
@izumiya_kashiwamochi (Izumiya Noboricho branch)
📍4213-5 Mirasaka, Mirasaka Town, Miyoshi City, Hiroshima Prefecture
🅿 Available

4. Mirasaka Trevis
Instagram: @mirasaka_trevis
📍804 Mirasaka, Mirasaka Town, Miyoshi City, Hiroshima Prefecture
🅿 Available
Other／Open on holidays when the regular closing day falls on a holiday.
Please check the shop’s Instagram for the business calendar.
Last order: Lunch 14:00, Dinner 21:00

5. Mirasaka Coffee
Instagram: @mirasakacoffee
📍808 Mirasaka, Mirasaka Town, Miyoshi City, Hiroshima Prefecture
🅿 Available
Other／Last order 16:30

6. Sasaki Tofu
Instagram: @sasakitoufuten
📍2610-16 Mirasaka Town, Miyoshi City, Hiroshima Prefecture
🅿 Available
Other／Last order 14:30

7. Mirasaka Bamboo Workshop Hanakago
📍71 Okada, Mirasaka Town, Miyoshi City, Hiroshima Prefecture
🅿 Available
Other／


There’s a special Drive Discount (100 yen off coffee after your meal, up to 4 people)
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**************** Drive Discount Details *****************
① On your smartphone
Install the Walk @round Miyoshi app
(Search “Miyoshi Tourism” in the app store)
② Tap the central banner labeled Special Campaigns
③ From the Drive Discount list, tap the relevant shop
④ Tap the Drive Discount banner
⑤ Ask staff for the lucky number and enter it
⑥ Tap Get the Reward
⑦ Show the screen to staff to complete the process.
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8. Burger Shop THREE THREE
Instagram: @three_three_mmm
📍Shimo-go 5038-2, Mirasaka, Mirasaka Town, Miyoshi City, Hiroshima Prefecture
🅿 Available
Other／Last order 19:00
※Closes when patties run out

9. Rune Coffee Roasters
Instagram: @rune_coffee_roasters
Address／Inside THE LAUNDRY, 5038-2 Mirasaka Town, Miyoshi City, Hiroshima Prefecture
🅿 Available

10. Mirasaka Bakery Mugimugi
Instagram: @mugimugi_hiroshima
📍5038-3 Mirasaka, Mirasaka Town, Miyoshi City, Hiroshima Prefecture
🅿 Available


※Food photos are examples.
Menu items may change depending on the season.

[Kimu Culture Night]
Friday, July 25
The Komu Museum of Art is open until 20 o'clock at night!

This day is called Culture Night.
Open from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Admission fee is free for everyone!

Not only can you play Inside the facility, but also
There's also a fun program.

From 5:30 p.m.
Concert by Nishiokoppe junior high school brass band

From 18:30
It is a performance by the puppet theater Circle Doremi.

Both take place on the island of Kiyume.

It seems that there is also a lighting staff, so I am looking forward to the day.

For inquiries, please contact the Komu Museum of Art.
TEL: 0158-87-2600

We look forward to seeing you there.

#Nishiokoppe Village
#Hokkaido
#Komu Museum of Art
#Extended opening
#Nishiokoppe junior high school brass band club
#Puppet Theater Circle Doremi
#July 25

Photographed on June 21, 25.
CAFE ANDON's café au lait and lemon Butter sandwich. Lemon Butter Sandwich and coffee go well together. 🍋☕️

We have started selling commemorative medals with a new design at Matsuyama Castle!!
The newly designed medal is designed in two-tone silver and gold colors, with Matsuyama Castle on the front and 12 existing Castle Keep on the silhouette of the Castle Keep on the back.
The Matsuyama Castle Memorial Medal has been sold for a long time since the Showa era, but this is the first time that a two-tone medal has been introduced ☆
The newly designed medals can only be purchased by those who enter the Castle Keep.
The medal can also be engraved with the date and name (Roman characters) with an engraving machine (for a separate fee), so it is ♪♪ perfect for commemorating your ascent to Matsuyama Castle
In addition, commemorative medals of the old design can continue to be purchased on the first floor of the Matsuyama Castle Ropeway Station Building. On the surface of the golden medal is Matsuyama Castle. On the back, the first gondola of the ropeway, which began operation in Showa 30, is designed.
To commemorate the ascent of Matsuyama Castle, please purchase your favorite medal! !!
<Matsuyama Castle Commemorative Medal >
New design [sold in the Castle Keep and Rice warehouse]: 700 yen for 1 piece
New design key chain (silver): 1 piece 300 yen
Old design [sold on the 1st floor of the ropeway station building]: 600 yen per piece
Key chain for old design (gold): 1 piece 300 yen
Engraving (1 time): 30 yen

#Ehime Prefecture #Matsuyama City #Matsuyama Castle #Commemorative Medal
#EHIME　#MATSUYAMA　#CASTLE　#MEDAL

At the end of World War II, the fighter "Shidenkai" is said to have gathered the best of Japanese aviation technology at that time.
Did you know that the "only actual machine existing in Japan" is on display at the Shidenkai Exhibition Hall in Ainan Town, Ehime Prefecture?
This aircraft is said to have crash-landed in Kura Bay, Ainan Town, Ehime Prefecture at the end of World War II, and was accidentally discovered by a local diver in Showa 53 (Showa 53), and since Ehime Prefecture salvaged it in July of the following year, it has been opened to the public, conveying the preciousness of peace along with the memory of the war in which many lives were lost.
　This time, the Shidenkai on display has been certified as the 13th example of an "Important Aviation Heritage" where historically valuable aircraft are selected, but the exhibition facilities is being rebuilt due to deterioration after 45 years.
With the Maintenance of the new exhibition hall, it There are necessary to Implementation the relocation of the aircraft, but since careful relocation work is necessary with the utmost consideration for the "Shidenkai" aircraft, Ehime Prefecture has decided to ask for donations through crowdfunding using Furusato Nozei in order to ask for the help of many people for part of the cost.
Now, 80 years after the end of World War II, the number of people who experienced the war is decreasing year by year, and I sincerely ask for your warm support so that Shidenkai can continue to pass on the memory of war and the importance of lasting peace to future generations through its appearance.
The donation is 5,000 yen or more per unit, and thank-you gifts are prepared according to the amount, and in addition to ornaments with prefectural pearls and original sneakers with the motif of Shidenkai, models of aircraft will be given for expensive donations, but due to the system, people living in Ehime Prefecture cannot receive them.

Hyuga Mushiokuri
The traditional event “Hyuga Mushiokuri,” held since the Edo period, will take place.
Mushiokuri is a folk ritual performed across Japan to protect crops from pests.
Date and time: Sunday, July 20, 2025, 3:00 PM
Meeting place: Hinata Yakushi
Participation fee: Free. If you carry a torch, an additional 500 yen applies (junior high school students and older).
Contact: Hyuga Mushiokuri Preservation Society Office 090-3407-3205 (Yamaguchi)
Please join this locally passed-down rite with your family and friends and experience it together.

Harajiri Falls Boat Tour
Why not take a raft boat and cruise the plunge pool of Harajiri Falls in Bungo-Ono, Oita Prefecture?
You can experience Harajiri Falls with your whole body.
Enjoy the breathtaking scenery that you can only see up close.

Date and Time
Saturday, July 19, 2025 – Monday, July 21, 2025 (national holiday)
Daily from 10:00 to 16:00 (departures every 30 minutes)

Location
Harajiri Falls (410 Harajiri, Ogata, Bungo-Ono)
▶ Meeting time / Please arrive at the top of the stairs down to the falls 30 minutes before your reservation.

Fee
3,500 yen per person

Eligibility
Ages 3 and up (preschool children must be accompanied by a guardian)

What to Bring
Shoes that can get wet, towel

How to Apply
Please check the link to apply.

Other Information
The tour may be canceled due to weather or rising river levels.
If there is availability on the day, we can accommodate walk-ins without a reservation.
We accept reservations outside the event as well (see the application form above for details).
Event Inquiries
Bebepu Co., Ltd., Bungo-Ono Office × South Wave (Contact: Ono)
Phone 090-6896-5296

■■■ Access to central Bungo-Ono ■■■
About a 3-hour drive from JR Hakata Station, Fukuoka Prefecture
About a 2-hour drive from JR Kumamoto Station, Kumamoto Prefecture
About a 1 hour 20 minute drive from JR Beppu Station, Oita Prefecture
About a 1 hour 20 minute drive from JR Yufuin Station, Oita Prefecture

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Kyushu, Bungo-Ono, Oita Prefecture
Introducing sightseeing and recommended spots in Bungo-Ono, Oita Prefecture
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https://sato-no-tabi.jp/news/20250708event-ogata/

The hot days continue, and there are few people for the purpose of walking around the Castle Town ... In the summer, Kitsuki enjoys marine sports, the campsite is crowded, and the Castle Town is a little Vacation. Meanwhile, I was also and curious about how hot it was, and in the morning ... Even though it was cool, I took a walk around the town at 33 degrees Celsius. Today, I'm posting with a slightly rough feeling. Tea shop to cool off, flower shop with flowers in the heat of the past few days ... And such? If you walk a little, you can stop by the ice cream shop of your grandmother, who is over 90 years old, and if you take a peek at the shared kitchen space with House guests, Shokudo if you look at it, the daily lunch is an omelet 💚. The heat was terrible, but it was good to see all kinds of people, and it was good to see good things such as a nostalgic mailbox that had been repainted beautifully before I knew it. I will post it separately to everyone. Please be careful of this heat.

Summer Festival & Fireworks Festival in Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture is hot! 🔥
Here are 5 Events currently announced in Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture from July ~ August.

(1) Bihoku Summer Festival 2025|National Bihoku Hillside Park (1st photo)
【Held in】2025/07/19 (Sat) ~ 2025/08/31 (Sun)
9:30~18:00 (Last entry until 17:00)
【Place】National Bihoku Hillside Park
【Address】4-10 Mikkaichi Town, Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture
【Contact】National Bihoku Hillside Park 0824-72-7000
In the middle of summer, a big frolic in Bihoku! The "Jabu Jabu Pond" where you can enjoy playing in the water and the "Beetle Dome / Stag Corner" have also started to be opened to the public! Other, tree climbing, Canadian Canoeing, and other summer events that can only be enjoyed in summer! Please take this opportunity to visit us!

Click here for Events Information▽
https://www.shobara-info.com/event/5141

(2) Summer Festival that connects sweetfish, river, and people|Sweetfish no Sato Park (2nd ~ 3rd photo)
【Held in Date & Time】2025/07/26 (Sat) 10:30~15:00
【Place】Sweetfish no Sato Park
【Address】1641-1 Nagata, Kuchiwa-cho, Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture
【Inquiry】Sweetfish no Sato Park TEL 0824-89-2244
【Contents】This is a project to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the establishment of Shobara City. You can also eat sweetfish that has become the No.1 in Japan! Let's continue to protect Nature, which is the property of Shobara City! Stalls are also available!
(Salt-grilled sweetfish / Manjii hand-made Soba (limited to 70 meals of chilled bukkake Soba noodles) / Kuchiwacho "New Moon Markets" meeting (with multiple stalls) / Osaka Takoyaki Konamon / Fukupan (egg sandwich) / Draft beer sales / Local sake sales / Kitchen car C&J etc.)

Click here for Events Information▽
https://www.shobara-info.com/event/5090

(3) 2025 Tojo "Yuka Festival" (4th photo)
【Held in Date】2025/08/10 (Sun) 17:00 Open / 17:40 Start
【Place】Shobara City Tojo Elementary School Ground
【Address】1342 Kawahigashi, Tojo-cho, Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture
【Inquiry】Tojo "Yuka Festival" Executive Committee (Tojo Town Chamber of Commerce and Industry) TEL 08477-2-0525
【Contents】In my hometown Tojo! Let's have a summer festival!
It is an annual summer festival in the Castle Town of Tojo. The fireworks that echo through the Mountainous Area are a sight to and, and Many Stalls gather and it is very lively. The Ground Self-Defense Force is also coming! Stage events, stalls Village, and this year's princess of the traditional event "Odori" in Tojo Town, Shobara City, which takes place around November, will also be introduced.

Click here for Events Information▽
https://www.shobara-info.com/event/5131

(4) Hoshimi Markets|Sakura Shokudo directly managed by farmers (5th photo)
【Held in Date & Time】2025/08/11 (Mon) 16:00~20:30 (rain or shine)
【Place】Shokusaikan Shobara Yume Sakuranai Farmer's Directly Managed Sakura Shokudo
【Address】291-1 Shinjo-cho, Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture
【Inquiry】Sakura Shokudo directly managed by farmers TEL 0824-75-4516
【Contents】This is the children's night market of Sakura Shokudo.
You can enjoy food, miscellaneous goods, Workshops, fortune telling, therapy, etc.
【Notes】
・ Stalls are subject to change, so please note.
・ Admission to the venue is free, but various workshops, experience corners, and product purchases will be charged.
・Please take your garbage home with you.

Click here for Events Information▽
https://www.shobara-info.com/event/5132

(5) The 43rd Shobara Yoitoko Festival and Shobara Summer Festival Fireworks Festival (Photos 6~8)
【Held in Date】Shobara Good Cousin Festival will be held on Saturday, August 23, 2025
Fireworks festival will be held on Sunday, August 24, 2025
【Place】Around Shobara City Office
【Address】 1-10-1 Naka Honmachi, Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture
【Inquiry】The 43rd Shobara Yoitoko Festival Official Instagram
▷ https://www.instagram.com/yoitokomtsuri43/
This year's theme is "Burn Your Heart"
For a record of festival's Information and Held in, please check the official Instagram of the 43rd Shobara Yoitoko Festival! The next day, Annual event! The Shobara Summer Festival fireworks festival is held. When the details come out, we will announce them on the Shobara Kanko Navi Home page.
< Organizers> Shobara Yoitoko Festival Steering Committee, Shobara Good Toko Festival Executive Committee

Click here for Events Information▽
https://www.shobara-info.com/event/5124

Shobara City Tourist Information Site "Shobara Tourism Navi"
▷ https://www.shobara-info.com/

Photographed on June 21, 25.
This is avocado shrimp from CAFE ANDON's hot sandwich set.
Oyster ice and parfaits are also worrisome. 🍧🍨

If you come to Miyoshi, stop here! Preserving Miyoshi’s soul food
People come from Tokyo, Osaka, Kyushu and all over Japan
to taste Miyoshi’s soul food, wani (wani),
and many visit this place.

This is Fujita Foods in Megurikami, Miyoshi City.

As one of the country’s rare specialty shops for wani cuisine,
it has been featured in numerous media outlets and magazines.

In Miyoshi City, Hiroshima Prefecture, "wani" refers to shark meat.
This regional dialect term describes a highly preservable food
that was valued in inland areas without access to the sea.
It remains a traditional local dish often served at celebratory gatherings.

When you come here, you must try the "wani sashimi" (one serving 500 yen).

At Fujita Foods, they serve fresh "wani sashimi" rather than frozen.

Shark suited for raw consumption is rare and hard to obtain,
so many rely on frozen stock.

Fujita Foods has partnered with four ports nationwide
and developed its own route to transport freshly landed wani
to Miyoshi immediately.

The fresh "wani sashimi" is softly tender
with a subtle sweetness.
Its clean texture makes it easy to enjoy many slices!

"Many visitors leave here stunned, saying, 'I didn’t know wani sashimi could be this delicious!'" says owner Mr. Fujita.

In the past, wani was an indispensable celebratory ingredient
for Miyoshi people at autumn festivals and New Year’s gatherings.

In recent years, improved transportation and a wider variety of sashimi options
have led to a decline in the custom of eating wani.

Wani is high in protein, low in calories, and rich in beauty-enhancing collagen and DHA.

"I want people to taste something truly delicious.
I want to pass Miyoshi’s traditional food on to younger generations,"
says Mr. Fujita, who works daily to promote wani cuisine.

When you visit Miyoshi, be sure to try fresh wani!!

Fujita Foods
Address: 738 Megurikami-cho, Miyoshi City, Hiroshima Prefecture
Hours
Diner
11:00–15:00 / 17:00–19:00 (weekdays)
11:00–15:00 / 16:00–18:00 (Saturday and Sunday)
*Last order 30 minutes before closing
Food shop
8:00–19:00
Closed: Wednesday
Phone: 0824-66-1082
Parking: Available (across from the shop)
Access: 7 minutes by car from Miyoshi IC
*Dishes are as of the time of publication.
*Depending on supply, items may be sold out. Please check by phone.

It is the eastern Temple of Kyoto
Light up in autumn

It is the Great Buddha of Gifu
I used a kaleidoscope lens to shoot the left, front, and right side