At the Roadside Station Kaikoku Shimoda Minato on the second floor, "Marugoto Shimoda-kan," we are selling sanma sushi!✨ Sanma sushi is a local dish from Shirahama, made by carefully marinating sanma (mackerel pike) in salt and then pressing it tightly with vinegared rice. The innkeepers of Shirahama make each piece by hand.💭💙 Sales are limited to Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.👀❕ Please be sure to try this seasonal delicacy!😌 📍Marugoto Shimoda-kan Sales period: Until early May Sales hours: 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Please note that we may sell out. Parking: Available Access: By bus🚌 From Shimoda Station, take the bus to Shirahama Beach (Line 9) and get off at "Roadside Station Kaikoku Shimoda Minato-mae," then it's a short walk. / On foot🚶‍♀️ About a 10-minute walk from Shimoda Station.

At the end of the day, the sun sets into the sea. The sky transitions from blue to purple, then to a vibrant crimson. Even the ordinary scenery appears special for just a moment. This is the magic of twilight. Captured at Otago Coast, Nishi-Izu, Shizuoka Prefecture.

Water flows down the rocky surface in layers. Light filters through the gaps in the trees, illuminating the water's surface and the rocks. The sound of continuously flowing water fills the space, surrounded by deep green. Yuhidaki Waterfall, Horikiri, Izu City, Shizuoka Prefecture

I went out to buy persimmons from Ishimaki Kankoen, where I can enjoy seasonal fruits.

Lake Tokuyama in autumn The blue sky, autumn leaves, and submerged forest reflected in the lake were beautiful. Lake Tokuyama, Ibi District, Gifu Prefecture November 3, 2026

The brochure for the 61st Shimoda Onsen Narcissus Festival is complete! 🌼✨ During peak season, approximately 3 million narcissus flowers bloom beautifully at Cape Tsumeki. Enjoy the sea of narcissus as far as the eye can see! 😌💛 📍Narcissus Festival (1237 Suzaki, Shimoda City) Event Period: December 20, 2026 – January 31, 2027 Parking: Available (800 yen for regular cars) Access: Bus 🚌 From Shimoda Station, take the bus to Cape Tsumeki (Line 10) and get off at "Tsumeki." It's just a short walk from there.

On November 7th, the Shimoda Commerce and Industry Festival will take place 🚚✨. In addition to gourmet food stalls, there will be performances by Zushū Shirahama Taiko and fun events like mochi and candy throwing 🎪🎈. The "Civil Engineering Day Event" will also be held simultaneously 🚧✨. On that day, a lottery draw will be held for purchases over 1,000 yen, so please enjoy shopping along with the festivities 😌 Shimoda Commerce and Industry Festival 📍Roadside Station Kaikoku Shimoda Minato Large Parking Lot Date and Time: November 7, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM (held in light rain) Parking: Available (⚠️ Parking is expected to be crowded. Public transportation is recommended) Access: By bus 🚌 from Shimoda Station to Shirahama Beach (Line 9), get off at "Roadside Station Kaikoku Shimoda Minato" and walk a short distance / On foot 🚶‍♀️ about 10 minutes from Shimoda Station.

While I was taking a walk, I noticed the beautiful blooming osmanthus and took a photo. The way the flowers clustered together was striking, and it made me feel the essence of autumn.

Soon, it will be Shichi-Go-San. I captured the scenes at Akumi Kanbe Shinmeisha, famous for the Toyohashi Onimatsuri 📸.

A path colored by autumn Under the autumn sky, I captured a photo of the wooden path leading to a large tree beyond the cosmos field. 2026.10.28 📷 Hatsuma, Kakegawa City, Shizuoka Prefecture At Rowbai no Sato Yoko Cosmos Batake.

The Tale of the Male and Female Boatmen in Autumn In autumn, the Tsuya River is covered with cluster amaryllis. Male and female boatmen float on the river surface, creating a picturesque scene captured in an aerial view. Tsuya River, Kaizu City, Gifu Prefecture 2026/10

This is the Nio statue at Pumon-ji Temple in Toyohashi City, Aichi Prefecture. It is carved from wood and was created during the Edo period, making it a work from 350 years ago.

In Tame Park, Toyohashi City, Aichi Prefecture, I found autumn 🍁 It has become a bit chilly, marking the season for enjoying the fall foliage 😊 With ginkgo and silver apricot leaves beside the bench 🌳🪑🍂

The Shirahama Shrine, said to be the oldest shrine in Izu, will host the "Shirahama Shrine Grand Festival" from October 28th to 30th. Prayers will be offered to the islands of the Izu Islands, carried by the waves and wind⛩️✨ Main events over the three days… October 28th (Wednesday) | Hitachisai A festival that signals the beginning of the celebrations to the deities of the Izu Islands, held at Shirahama Beach. October 29th (Thursday) | Grand Festival and Offering of Sanbasou (traditional dance) The Grand Festival is the largest event during the celebrations, praying for peace and prosperity🌿 From 6 AM, the Offering of Sanbasou will be conducted solemnly For general visitors, it will also take place at the gathering place from noon✨ October 30th (Friday) | Onbeinagashi Festival This festival reports to the deities that the celebrations have concluded safely. 📍 Shirahama Shrine (2740 Shirahama, Shimoda City) Event period: October 28th to 30th, 2026 (annually on the same dates) Parking: Available (For worship during the festival period, please use the Shimoda Prince Hotel large parking lot) Access: Bus 🚌 From Shimoda Station, take the bus to Itado Isshiki (Line 9) and get off at "Shirahama Shrine," just a short walk away. ⚠️ Please note that event times and content may change due to weather conditions.

In September, influenced by the autumn rain front, rainy days continued. It had rained until the day before the shoot, but on this day, the blue sky spread out. I took photos of the spider lilies from various angles. Taking advantage of the beautiful blue sky, I photographed the spider lilies looking up at the sky. The bright red flowers stood out against the clear blue sky, reminding me of the arrival of autumn. 📷 September 17, 2026, Kamiuchida District, Kakegawa City, Shizuoka Prefecture

Scattered clouds and Mount Fuji Location: Asagiri Kogen, Shizuoka Prefecture In autumn, the opportunities to see Mount Fuji beautifully are limited, but I was able to capture the combination of scattered clouds in the autumn sky and Mount Fuji. The beautiful scenery created by Japan's iconic Mount Fuji and the autumn sky is truly remarkable. The fleeting moment when it is quickly hidden by the clouds was also impressive.

Kokeizan Eihō-ji in Tajimi City, Gifu Prefecture, was spectacular with its vibrant red maple leaves during the limited-time special illumination of the autumn foliage season.

Choraku-ji Temple's large ginkgo tree in Nakatsugawa City, Gifu Prefecture It becomes clear when a person stands next to it that it is an enormous ginkgo.

Shooting Location: Shizuoka Prefecture, Asagiri Kogen The autumn grassland is covered with Chikarashiba, with Mount Fuji towering in the background. I was captivated by the scenery created by autumn nature and the quintessentially Japanese landscape, and I took this photograph.

The moon halo on the thirteenth night After work, I looked up at the night sky. A large ring of light appeared, enveloping the moon. I couldn't help but stop in awe at the fantastical moon halo created by the thin clouds. That night, my usual way home transformed into an unforgettable scene.

The autumn sunlight gently enveloped the colorful leaves. I felt a quiet and beautiful moment of fall. (Location: Toyokawa City)

After the rain, countless droplets remained on the spider lilies. The autumn rain gently left its lingering effect on the red-dyed flowers. (Location: Yakachi River, Handa City)

Soft purple and pink, along with vibrant green. I felt the beauty of autumn colors reflected in a single cosmos flower. (Location: Nabana no Sato)

The higanbana, signaling the arrival of autumn, was blooming vibrantly in bright red, enveloped in the light after the rain. (Location: Yakachigawa, Handa City)

In the mountains dyed in autumn colors, the Hatanagi Suspension Bridge stands quietly. Surrounded by vibrant foliage, it spans the autumn valley.

A golden world spreads out before you. A towering ginkgo tree, so large that you have to look up to see it, announces the arrival of autumn in this city. (Location: Toyokawa City)

After the rain, a rainbow appeared on the road leading to the sea. The ordinary way home seemed a little bit special.

Ebisu Island is a small island you can reach by crossing a bridge. 🏝️ You can walk around the island in about 15 to 20 minutes. Along the promenade, you can enjoy the remnants of ancient submarine volcanoes up close, such as the striped patterns formed by the accumulation of pumice and volcanic ash, and the strata of debris flows that occurred underwater. 👀🌋 During low tide, a wide rocky area called "Senjojiki" appears, and you can also see the Izu Islands and Mikomoto Island from the south side of the island. ✨ The ocean's transparency is also outstanding. 👌💙 📍 Ebisu Island (Susaki, Shimoda City) Parking: Available (a few spots, paid during summer) Access: Bus 🚌 From Shimoda Station, take the bus bound for Susaki Coast (Line 10) to "Susaki Kaigan" stop, then walk about 7 minutes. Restrooms: Available

Nestled along the charming Perry Road is Shimoda Kaisen Kuriya 🍽️ This time, I enjoyed the "Deluxe Seafood Chirashi Set"! This set allows you to indulge in luxurious seafood delights, including rich sashimi and abalone 😌 For dessert, there's also the rich "Homemade Kuriya Pudding" 🍮🤎 Why not visit while enjoying the cool night breeze and strolling along Perry Road at night? 🌙🍂 📍Shimoda Kaisen Kuriya For more details, click below👇 https://www.shimoda-city.info/post/20261006...

The Kadowaki Suspension Bridge at dusk. A time when the sea and sky are painted orange. A lighthouse rises against the backdrop of the trees. A quiet moment before the sun sets.