NICE TO MEET EVERYONE WHO WATCHES COOL JAPAN VIDEOS! This is the Atsugi Tourism Association. Atsugi City, Kanagawa Prefecture is a city with a population of 224,102 (as of December 2023 (Reiwa 5)) located in the center of Kanagawa Prefecture, and is an area rich in nature through which the Sagami River, a first-class river, flows. Since there is a highway interchange, it is also characterized by good transportation access! The Atsugi Parking Area (Atsugi PA), located on the way to Tokyo on the Tomei Expressway, is equipped with a smart IC that can be used 24 hours a day. In addition, Atsugi PA has a Japanese-style appearance inspired by a post town, and you can enjoy gourmet food unique to Atsugi City, such as fish set meals directly from Numazu Port. In this first post, we will introduce Atsugi City, Kanagawa Prefecture, as well as recommended sightseeing information! --- Things to do in Atsugi, Kanagawa --- ■Atsugi Onsen Town■ "Atsugi Onsen Town" includes Iiyama Onsen, Nanasawa Onsen, Hirosawaji Onsen, and Kabutoyu Onsen. Both hot springs are located in a mountain village about 30 minutes by car from Hon-Atsugi Station and the Atsugi Interchange on the Tomei Expressway, and are located in the back of Atsugi, surrounded by lush nature. The quality of the spring is a highly alkaline spring with beautiful skin. Why don't you spend such a luxurious time soaking in the hot water and enjoying gastronomy? ■Strawberry picking■ Strawberry picking can be enjoyed from late December to spring every year. Taste the ripe strawberries that are unique to freshly picked. The strawberry garden in Atsugi City is "all-you-can-eat for 30 minutes". You can also enjoy comparing different types of strawberries. Join your family and friends and enjoy delicious strawberries. Please be sure to make a reservation or confirmation by phone. Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays can be very crowded, so make your reservation as early as possible. For details, please contact each farm. * The price is "all-you-can-eat for 30 minutes" ● Depending on the growing conditions and reservation status, it may not be possible to pick strawberries even during the season. When you go out, please be sure to make a reservation or confirm by phone. ● Prices are subject to change. For details, please contact each farm. ■Iiyama Hakusan Forest Park■ It is a park with an area of about 33 hectares and beautiful nature in all four seasons. It spreads across Hakusan and Satoyama, and is adjacent to Iiyama Kannon, which is famous for cherry blossoms. Hakusan hiking trails and trail running trails are also available, so you can easily enjoy a walk. The summit of Mt. Hakusan is a spectacular spot where you can see all the way to Yokohama and Shinjuku! In addition, the cherry blossom plaza in the park is in full bloom around the end of March every year, and many people visit during the Atsugi Iiyama Cherry Blossom Festival. ■ Iiyama Kannon "Chokokuji" ■ Located in the middle of Mt. Hakusan, it is a temple of the Koyasan Shingon sect, which has been selected as one of the "50 Best Kanagawa Scenic Spots" and "100 Kanagawa Flower Spots". Kannon-do is designated as a tangible cultural property of Atsugi City, and the bell of the bell tower hall is designated as an important cultural property designated by the prefecture. The precincts show various colors depending on the season, and cherry blossoms, hydrangeas, daffodils, and maples are popular attractions. During the Atsugi Iiyama Cherry Blossom Festival, the cherry blossoms on the approach are in full bloom, and it is crowded with many cherry blossom viewers every year. One of the highlights is the 400-year-old "Inumaki Tree", which is designated as a natural monument of Atsugi City! ■Higashitanzawa Green Park■ An outdoor facility with a 3.5-kilometer-long athletic course spread out in the forest. There are 36 points that utilize the slopes of the mountain, such as log bridges and ropeways, and there are also points that young children can enjoy, so children and adults can use it with confidence. In addition, there is also an outdoor barbecue and a fishing pond center. You can also enjoy a walk on a mountain bike. ■Koganei Sake Brewery■ It is a sake brewery with a history of more than 200 years, which has been in business since 1818 in the late Edo period. It is also the only sake brewery in Atsugi City. "Daiginjo Sakarimasu" brewed by Koganei Sake Brewery won the Gold Award at the National New Sake Appraisal Competition for three consecutive years! ■Prefectural Nanasawa Forest Park■ It is one of the largest urban parks in Kanagawa Prefecture. Located at the foot of Higashitanzawa, you can enjoy nature throughout the year with cherry blossoms, fresh greenery, and autumn leaves. Forest therapy, art programs such as pottery, and hands-on programs such as nature observation are also held! There is also an outdoor barbecue area in the park, where you can enjoy barbecue empty-handed (business period: March ~ November * Charged, reservation required, food can be brought in). ■ Ogama Benzaiten ■ Located in the upper reaches of the Osawa River, it is a benzaiten (river goddess) enshrined for begging for rain. The origin of the name "Ogama Benzaiten" is said to be derived from the fact that the waterfall basin resembles the bottom of the kettle. It is also popular as a power spot and a refreshing spot! ■ Tree Cross Adventure ■ A life-changing experience on a forest adventure that originated in France! It is a forest adventure park that originated in France and can be experienced in the size of one Tokyo Dome. You can enjoy a total of 10 courses, a 700-meter zipline, and one of the most high-level attractions in the Tokyo metropolitan area. There are some courses that can break your heart, where you can experience bouldering at a height of 15 meters, but there are also courses for beginners that you can easily try. After getting the hang of it up to the 1~5th course, the highlight of the park, the 173m zipline, will appear. In front of the zipline where you can't see the future and the scenery with the drop spreading out at your feet, your legs may be weak, but let's have the courage to jump out! You're sure to have a wonderful experience that will last a lifetime. ■Atsugi City Ogino Athletics Park■ It is a facility that is popular with locals as a base for sports and recreation. There is a heated pool that is open all year round, tennis courts where you can play at night, a gymnasium, a stadium, and more! At the entrance of the "Multipurpose Plaza" on the vast lawn, the "Iki Iki Health Plaza" is equipped with 12 types of health equipment. It is used as a place to build physical strength. In addition, in the wildflower garden in the park, flowers of the four seasons bloom, and it is also known as a flower attraction spot. Atsugi City, Kanagawa Prefecture, is also known as the birthplace of the warlord Mori clan (Mori-shi), and is also an area where remnants of historical figures and celebrities remain. It is also recommended to visit Atsugi City while following historical spots. Please visit Atsugi City and experience its charm! In the future, this account will continue to provide information on Atsugi City, Kanagawa Prefecture. Thank you in advance!

[I drew a picture on the window of the flower dream! ] 】 Inside the roadside station "Kamu" There are a lot of large windows. Mashiro... Rather than to a transparent canvas The children in the village drew pictures related to Christmas! A child chooses the color of a crayon while looking at a sample picture. A child who boldly runs crayons and creates a masterpiece. A child who draws a character with a friend who draws next to him. At their own pace, they enjoyed drawing on the window as they pleased. It will be on display until Monday, December 25th. Some of the windows were painted by adults with a great sense of design. Please come and enjoy the Christmas spirit.

Let's ⛄️ enjoy winter at Ecopa It is full of events unique to winter! Period: December 1, 2023 – March 31, 2024 [Inquiry] 0155-32-6780 (Hokkaido Tokachi Ecology Park)

[Com Christmas] Saturday, December 2 It was a day when the forest art museum "Kimu" was open to the public for free! Children from inside and outside the village gathered Performances by the Nishinaka Brass Band and puppet theater Circle Doremi I enjoyed playing handbells and other instruments. There is also a collaboration between Setoshi and Santa Claus! In the time of old instruments and piano You can experience tuning and playing the piano with the outer frame removed. It was an exciting time for adults to be able to see. Inside the hall of Kimu Because it is decorated with Christmas decorations Please take a look when you stop by.

This is an announcement about Sairinka in R5. From this year, the general public will receive a cooperation fee when entering. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation in maintaining the event in the future. Junior high school students and older: 500 yen per person * Tokachi River Onsen guests (tourism association member facilities), Otosara town residents, elementary school students and younger are free of charge. * Otosara residents are required to present an official ID card that shows their address. 【Period】Saturday, January 27, 2024 ~ Sunday, February 18, 2024 [Lighting time] 19:00~21:00 【Place】Tokachigaoka Park [Parking lot] available (about 100 cars, free)

Hiroshima City Hiroshima Domination 2023 (Recommended illumination in Hiroshima Prefecture) #Hiroshima Domination 2023 👈 @hiroshima_dorimi It is 📸 an illumination shooting on a rainy day aiming for refre I tried to reflex on a wet table. Glitter gorgeous! 😆 A cloth filter was also installed, making it look like 📸 an amusement park that children would be happy to see After this, it will be pouring、、、 😅☔️

[Nishio Copper, gather! 】 The people who live in Nishikobe are called "Nishio Copper" in the streets. Live by Nishio Copper, for Nishio Copper I'll be back on December 25th!!! Drinks and snacks are available. Please look forward to the presentation by Nishio Copper. And on this day, special If you bring a sleeping bag, GA. YOU CAN STAY FOR FREE AT KOPPER! Walk-in participation is also welcome. Nishio Copper, and those who don't WOULD YOU LIKE TO SPEND CHRISTMAS NIGHT AT GAKOPPER? #Nishikobe Village #Guest House #GA. KOPPER #NISHIOKOPPER #ニシオコッパー #LIVE

Hiroshima Prefecture Sera Town Sky Flower Field Sera Kogen Flower Forest (Recommended spots in Hiroshima) #Sera Kogen Flower Forest 👈 @serahananomori Candle Night #Sera Kogen Farm 👈 @serakogenfarm ◾️ Venue: Sky Flower Field, Sera Kogen Flower Forest ◾️ Period: Until December 24 (Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays) ◾️ Time: 17:00-21:00 One piece 📸 at Candle Night today This is the second time this season I have taken it. The light of the candle tree warmed the cold night. I think this is probably the number one recommendation

Magnificent winter fireworks of Odaiba is back with a bang… Usually hanabi can be seen during summertime. But this one is in December that make it different yet special. It has holiday flavour too. Crisp winter ocean wind, super clear sky, incredibly beautiful cityscape and the rainbow bridge all these things escalate beauty of firework.

"Sairinka" complete reproduction! This work, which perfectly reproduces the major winter event "Sairinka" in Tokachi River Hot Spring, was produced by a 6th grade elementary school student (at that time) in Otosara! 😳 The fantastically changing light is like the real thing! I love Sairinka, and I have been thinking about it since I was in the second grade of elementary school, and it was finally completed in ✨ the winter of my sixth grade It is 😭 a wonderful work full of love for Sairinka Even so, the quality is too amazing! The author is currently in the first year of junior high school, and I'm 😊 looking forward to the future

2023. At the Shuri Castle Reconstruction Festival

Christmas 💁 ♂️ Afternoon Tea 12/22 (Fri) ~ 24 (Sun) for 3 days only * The 23rd and 24th were fully booked. On special occasions, a luxurious lunch with stylish sweets and exquisite savouries. Why don't you start Christmas 2023 with lunch at New Otani Inn Sapporo < Menu> sweets ・Strawberry shortcake ・White chocolate éclairs ・White gateau chocolate ・White Roll Cake ・Macarons Lemon jelly and blancmange ・Strawberry Santa Claus ・Rich white soufflé pudding ・White Snow Globe ・Snow Bear savory ・Amuse Smoked salmon and Nice-style potato salad Gorgonzola mousse and mango Homemade pâté de campagne ・ Wada burdock and various mushroom royale Cappuccino of Tokachi mash ・Roasted Iwate black beef with grozeille sauce ・Bread and butter For reservations and details, please visit the hotel's official website or 📞Tel: 011-222-1522!

At the Japan Garden Yushien in Matsue City, Shimane Prefecture, this is a special event "Ikesen Tenzhu Peony" held in autumn. Approximately 100,000 dahlias are floated in the pond in Yushien, creating a miraculous scene.

[Cooking class by ALT's Laplante Family] In Nishikobe Village, from Alaska Juneau I'm calling an English teacher. On the night of Tuesday, November 28, ALT's wife became the main instructor and a cooking class was held! Participants included nursery school children, elementary school students, junior high school students, and adults from inside and outside the village. Mix people of various ages and form a group. I made cookie decorations and "Qusadilla". ALT Family goes around each group Check how well the sugar and butter are mixed and how the tortillas are baked. Frosting with coloring for each group is When 4 groups of cookies are gathered, it is colorful Individuality also appeared in the design. If you're hungry, before making Quesadilla Crack the cookies. Quesadilla has plenty of cheese and Wrap chicken or vegetables in tortillas if you like. The guacamole made by ALT Family was also excellent. It turned out to be a pleasant and delicious evening. Thank you to everyone who participated! #Nishikobe Village #Cooking Class #ALT #Quesadilla #ButterCream #Frosting #Cookie Decoration #Setoshi Santa

Preparations are underway for Tokachi River Onsen's major winter event "Sairinka". This time, the observatory is built in two tiers so that 😊 you can enjoy the view from above In addition, details of Sairinka will be posted in the future! 【Schedule】Saturday, January 27, 2024 ~ Sunday, February 18, 2024 【Time】19:00~21:00 【Place】Tokachigaoka Park

Hiroshima Prefecture Sera Town Sky Flower Field Sera Kogen Flower Forest (Recommended spots in Hiroshima) #Sera Kogen Farm 👈 @serakogenfarm #Sera Kogen Flower Forest 👈 @serahananomori Candle Night ◾️ Venue: Sky Flower Field, Sera Kogen Flower Forest ◾️ Period: Until December 24 (Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays) ◾️ Time: 17:00-21:00 Today is one piece 📸 from Candle Night After counting for 3 seconds with the bulb shooting with the f-stop release, turn the focus ring and make a 4-second exposure of 1 second of ball bokeh for a total of 4 seconds to create 😊 a fairytale shot (The brightness adjustment is the same whether you adjust the sensitivity or extend the exposure time.)

Hello everyone, this is Aoki from the Teshikaga Town Community Revitalization Cooperation Team ( ̇ᴗ ̇ )/ Stamp rally starts tomorrow 🙋 ♀️ in the Kawayu area ́- Divided into the Mashu area and the Kawayu area, you can collect stamps at Teshikaga restaurants participating in the stamp rally → win wonderful gifts 😍🎁✨ by lottery ⚠️caution⚠️ Please 🙇🏻 ♀️ note that the period is different between the Mashu area and the Kawayu area

Illumination 😆 one step ahead This is being held in Hyogo Prefecture. 　　　　　"Kobe Illumination" It is held every year from November to January. BE KOBE, which symbolizes Kobe It was still the illumination season, so there weren't that many people, so I was able to enjoy it 😆 Location: Hyogo

Izena Island #Shimano Illumination 2023 will be held again this year! Please look forward to☆ミ [Night where the starry sky and illumination of Izena Island meet] #Stripe Illumination 2023 Period: 2023/12/9〜2024/1/19 Lighting time: 17:30-0:00 Location: Rinkai Fureai Park (right next to Nakata Port)

[Mini Volleyball Tournament] The contestants are villagers, The referee is also a villager, It is also the villagers who cheer ... A mini-volleyball tournament by the villagers for the villagers! Holding cultural festivals, mini-volleyball tournaments, etc. Even after the summer has passed, there are still lively events. People you don't usually see exercising Running after the ball, Sliding where it doesn't make sense. They also take turns as referees and scorers. Even though there were all of them at the opening ceremony Everyone was looking forward to a drinking party called a reflection meeting There were only about half of the people left for the closing ceremony. Thank you to everyone who participated!

On Thursday, November 23rd, we held the "Flower Walking Campaign in AEON MALL Asahikawa Nishi". The Flower Tour is a wide-area collaboration in one city and three towns, Engaru Town, Takigami Town, Yubetsu Town, and Monbetsu City, to promote the tour route of flowers and other tourism materials, and this is the third campaign at AEON MALL Asahikawa Nishi. This time, the event was co-sponsored by the "Okhotsk Tourism Federation" and co-sponsored by the "Sounkyo Okhotsk Scenic Byway". In addition to selling local specialties, there was an exhibition of drift ice, a panel exhibition, a large gathering of characters, and in Engaru Town, there was also an "obsidian accessory making experience" and "Cosmos Overlapping Stamp". It was a great success throughout the day, and it was a very exciting event. Thank you very much for coming.

【Kimu Christmas】 At the forest art museum "Komu", We will hold a Christmas festival!! Only on this day Admission is free for everyone. While enjoying the inside of the facility of Kimu Don't miss each event. The museum is open from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. < Event Schedule> 11 o'clock~ Nishikobe Junior High School Brass Band Club Concert 13 o'clock ~ Puppet show circle and gifts from Santa Claus 14:00~ Christmas Concert with Ancient Instruments and Piano To the dream of a tree colored by Christmas Please come and visit us!

Japan no longer has an enemy, and the Ashikaga Flower Park, which is highly praised from overseas, has started 🤩 the year-end and New Year illumination 2023 In December, it will gradually become extremely crowded, so it is recommended to go while you are still This is a landmark of foot hula Reflecting on the surface of the lake [Onaga wisteria] and Miraculous wisteria Chalk Castle (^^) That's it #Photo Contest #Cool Japan

Shodoshima, Kagawa Prefecture is the stage for many movies and dramas It is a scene of sending insects that appears in the movie "Cicada of the Eighth Day", but I had a valuable experience participating with the locals. I would 😌 like this kind of traditional culture to be preserved forever

\Events related to Izena Island in November/ Here are some events on and off the island. [Outside the island] 11/11 Sat Izena Kyoyu Performing Arts Association Charity Performance [Shimauchi] 11/11 Sat Tour de Okinawa in Izenajima Tournament [On the island] 11/19th 36th Zena 88 Triathlon Tournament 【Shimauchi】11/23 Holiday Izena Village Health Fair & Shimazora City (Flea Market) 【Off-Island】11/24 Fri Remote Island Fair 2023 [On the island] 11/25 Sat Drag Race 2023 in Izenajima Tournament November is full of events!

[Christmas Window Art in Hanamu] A joint project by the new and old regional revitalization cooperation team (in charge of tourism) in Nishikobe Village! In the large window in the Hanamu Hall, elementary and junior high school students in the village We held an event to draw pictures related to Christmas. There will be an exhibition period for about two weeks. Why don't you visit the flower dream colored by Christmas pictures? We look forward to seeing you there. Event date and time: December 9 (Sat) 10:00~11:30 Target: Elementary and junior high school students in the village Capacity: about 15 people Participation fee: Free Application deadline: Thursday, November 30 until 5 p.m. Exhibition Period: December 9 (Sat) ~ December 25 (Mon)

Toyooka City, Hyogo Prefecture Famous Kinosaki Onsen It is my favorite place in Hyogo Prefecture, and the number of people from overseas is increasing 😌. Kinosaki Onsen in summer

Shirai Omachi Wisteria Park in Asago City, Hyogo Prefecture The park has been closed for a long time due to the Corona vortex, but from this year to May, you can 😌 see beautiful wisteria shelves and carp streamers in this place

Japan has not only natural beauty but also it has very rich cultural events and festival. Few days ago I attended Ikebukoro Yasakoi dance festival. It was really amazing. May be better to say I was amused to see the dance. Hope next year all the page member could attend this event. Location: Ikebukoro

[Villagers Cultural Festival 2023] "There's a village culture festival in November," he said. I can't believe there is such a festival...! I was surprised. In Nishikobe Village, a cultural festival was held over three days. November 1~2 is only on display, On the 3rd, there will be a presentation in the community center area, an award ceremony, and a stage presentation. The hotel that is the venue is connected to the community center and library. In the library area, a used book market was held. Sometimes, the books that the villagers give away end up in the hands of the villagers who are close to them. While enjoying exhibitions such as ikebana and pictures and letters In the tea room, I was able to taste Japanese sweets and tea. This year, for the first time, There was also a recitation by the puppet theater Circle Doremi and a storytelling of picture books. Surrounded by sunlight shining through the ceiling window I gradually became immersed in the world of spoken word plays and picture books. In addition to volunteer bands, junior high school brass bands, and piano performances on stage, In Nishikobe Village, the standard "flash mental arithmetic" was performed by children who attend the abacus class. For adults, it is a valuable place to make presentations. It was a cultural festival full of excitement and excitement.