Introducing the event information for November, including the Nagano Ebisu Festival and illuminations!✨ 〈Don't forget to tap the "save mark" if you want to look back later!〉 ① 120th Nagano Ebisu Festival Fireworks @ebisukouenkataikai The fireworks launched on November 23rd against the clear, cold sky of Shinshu are uniquely beautiful, different from summer fireworks. In addition to the splendid and luxurious aerial displays, the large shells also brilliantly decorate the clear autumn night sky! 【Date】November 23 (Monday, public holiday) 【Time】Starts at 18:00 (drone show scheduled from 17:30) 【Location】Nagano Ohashi Bridge West Side, Saigawa No.2 Green Space 【Number of Fireworks】Over 10,000 *For details, please check @ebisukouenkataikai. *Highlights (@nagano_cvb) include links to the official site. ② Zenkoji Omotesando Illuminations Every year, the Zenkoji Omotesando and in front of Nagano Station are beautifully illuminated in a magical light for this annual event!✨ 【Duration】November 14 (Saturday) to February 14, 2027 (Sunday) 【Time】17:00 to 22:00 【Venue】Zenkoji Omotesando (from Nagano Station intersection to Zenkoji intersection) ③ Shinshu Mushikura Festival @michinoeki_nakajo Not only is there a luxurious stage, but also plenty of delicious local foods like obukko and oyaki! This is an autumn event packed with the charm of Nakajo, Shinshu. 【Date】November 3 (Tuesday, public holiday) 【Time】9:45 to 15:00 【Venue】Roadside Station Nakajo, Furusato Square *Free shuttle buses will also operate. *For details, please check the official site or account. ④ Zenkoji Binzuru Market @binzuru_ichi Held as a handmade market inspired by Buddha's beloved disciple "Binzuru-san"! Various food and craft stalls gather, creating a market where anyone—makers, buyers, locals, and tourists—can enjoy! 【Date】November 14 (Saturday) *Regularly held on the second Saturday from April to December 【Time】10:00 to 15:00 【Venue】Around Zenkoji *For details, please check the official site or account. ⑤ Shinshu Shinmachi Dinosaur Event @shinshushinmachi_kanko This year, two baby dinosaurs will be coming!? Various events, including a T-Rex race, will be held! The Shinshu Shinmachi Fair 2026 will also be held simultaneously! Enjoy local agricultural products, specialty items from Nishio City in Aichi Prefecture, craft experiences, fire truck and ambulance ride experiences, and the dinosaur volcano fluffy dome (canceled in case of rain). 【Date】October 31 (Saturday), November 1 (Sunday) 【Time】9:00 to 16:30 【Venue】Shinshu Shinmachi Fossil Museum, Shinshu Shinmachi Gymnasium, etc. *For details, please check the official site or account. #Event Information #Nagano City Events #Nagano Ebisu Festival #Nagano City #Nagano Tourism

Yusaku Night Kagura: Mizukagami 2026 ❚ November 14, 2026 The "Yusaku Night Kagura: Mizukagami 2026" will be held at Yusaku Park in Asaji Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture. The stage will be set above the heart-shaped pond in the park. Enjoy the unique night kagura, where the performers' reflections dance on the mirror-like water surface, just for this day. The three groups performing are the Itaizako Shinmei Shrine Kagura Troupe, the Asaji Kagura Preservation Society, and the Asakusa-ryū Ōgi Kagura. Yusaku Park is said to have originated as a villa gifted by the lord of the Oka domain to his chief retainer during the Edo period. It is believed that Tanomura Chikuden and Rai San'yō also visited, and over 500 maple and momiji trees surround the pond. Take your time to enjoy the scenery unique to the autumn foliage season from the evening onwards. 【Date and Time】 November 14, 2026 (Saturday) at 3:45 PM *In case of rain, it will be postponed to the next day, November 15 (Sunday). 【Location】 Yusaku Park (Kamiozuka, Asaji Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture) 【Access】 About a 50-minute drive from Oita Meira IC to Yusaku Park. 【Parking】 Parking will not be available in the venue or surrounding area after 2 PM on the day of the event. A shuttle bus will operate from Asaji Community Center, so please use that. ▶Parking Lot / Asaji Community Center ▶Operating Hours / 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM ▶Cooperation Fee / 300 yen 【Performers】 ・Itaizako Shinmei Shrine Kagura Troupe ・Asaji Kagura Preservation Society ・Asakusa-ryū Ōgi Kagura 【Organizer】 Asaji Town Youth Department Mizukagami Executive Committee 【For Inquiries About the Event】 Bungoono City Chamber of Commerce Main Office TEL: 0974-72-1111

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.

3rd Multicultural Exchange DAY ❚ Held on November 7, 2026 The 3rd Multicultural Exchange DAY will take place at Cycle Park Oono in Oonomachi, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture. People from different nationalities and cultures will gather to enjoy a day filled with various global cultures and cuisines in a relaxed atmosphere. It’s a great opportunity for new discoveries and encounters, so why not come along with your friends and family? 【Date and Time】 Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM 【Location】 Cycle Park Oono (16-7 Tanaka, Oonomachi, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture) 【Access】 Approximately 40 minutes by car from Oita Mera IC 【Parking】 Bungo-Ōno City Office Ōno Branch and Ono Community Center 【Contact】 Glocal Oono TEL: 090-6429-7003

The 2nd River Park Inukai Sweet Potato Digging Event ❚ November 8, 2026 The "2nd River Park Inukai Sweet Potato Digging Event" will be held at a farm near River Park Inukai in Inukai Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture. On the day of the event, there will be two activities: "Sweet Potato Digging Experience" and "Sweet Potato Filling Challenge." The fun lies in discovering what shapes the sweet potatoes will take as you dig them up. During the sweet potato digging experience, you can take home five sweet potatoes that you have dug up. The filling challenge is priced per bag, allowing you to fill as much as you can into the bag. The fees are separate for each activity, so please choose according to your preference. Why not enjoy a harvest with your family for a dinner dish? 【Date and Time】 November 8, 2026 (Sunday) 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM *Last entry at 12:00 PM 【Location】 Farm near River Park Inukai (Tawara, Inukai Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture) *Please check the flyer in advance. 【Fees】 Sweet Potato Digging Experience: 500 yen per person (includes 5 sweet potatoes) Sweet Potato Filling Challenge: 1,000 yen per bag *Separate fee from the digging experience 【Registration】 Via the QR code on the flyer *Advance reservation is required. 【Access】 About 30 minutes by car from Oita Mera IC 【Parking】 Available (Parking lot at River Park Inukai, about 700 meters to the farm) 【Notes】 There are no restrooms or water facilities in the fields. Please use the restroom next to the parking lot before heading to the venue. ■■Access from Fukuoka Prefecture and Kumamoto Prefecture to the center of Bungoono City■■■ About 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture About 2 hours by car from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by car from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by car from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Introducing tourist attractions and recommended spots in Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture, Kyushu ■■■■■■■■■■■■

Yokohama is one of my favorite cities. Various events are held in different places over the weekend. The Bashamichi Festival runs from October 31st to November 3rd, and although I couldn't see the horse-drawn carriages (only on Tuesday), I did get to see the gas lamps. At the National Hometown Fair at Akarenga, I enjoyed a lot of delicious food and got completely full.

【National Hometown Fair】 The National Hometown Fair will be held from Saturday, October 31 to Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at the Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse Event Square, with the Mashu Lake Tourism Association also participating. We look forward to welcoming everyone! 🙇‍♂️🧸❣️ 2026 National Hometown Fair Date: October 31 (Saturday) to November 3 (Tuesday, public holiday), 2026 Location: Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse Event Square (1-1 Shinminato, Naka Ward, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture 231-0001) Hours: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, rain or shine Admission: Free 🚉City Subway About a 15-minute walk via the Bashamichi from "Sakuragicho Station" and about a 15-minute walk from "Kannai Station" 🚉Minatomirai Line About a 6-minute walk from "Bashamichi Station" or "Nihon-ōdōri Station" About a 12-minute walk from "Minatomirai Station". Please note that travel times are approximate and may vary depending on service conditions and transfers. ___ *The images used are from the event held in 2025.

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.

HARAJIRI CYCLE FES 2026 SWEETS RIDE ❚ November 5, 2026 The "HARAJIRI CYCLE FES 2026 SWEETS RIDE" will be held on Sunday, November 15, at Roadside Station Harajiri Falls in Ogata Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture. Participants will cycle along the route taken by racers in the event held in October. This event features a course of approximately 21 kilometers starting from Roadside Station Harajiri Falls. A cycling guide will lead the way, ensuring that even first-timers can join with confidence. The stops along the route include "Katabira," a bookstore specializing in sweets and picture books, "Kitchen Usuda," which bakes bread and cakes in a mountain setting, and "Yōgashi Kōbō Antique," known for making Western-style sweets using locally sourced rice flour. Enjoy local sweets while taking your time to cycle and savor the treats. 【Date and Time】 Sunday, November 15, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM *Event will be canceled in case of rain or severe weather 【Schedule】 9:00 AM Registration 9:30 AM Cycling Start 1:45 PM Arrival at Roadside Station Harajiri Falls 2:00 PM Dismissal 【Meeting Place】 Roadside Station Harajiri Falls (936-1 Harajiri, Ogata Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture) *Near the area with the antelope wall 【Fee】 Participation fee: 3,000 yen (special monitor price) Rental bicycle: 1,500 yen per bike (limited availability) 【Capacity】 20 people (first-come, first-served) 【Application Deadline】 By 5:00 PM on Thursday, November 12, 2026 【How to Apply】 Via the QR code on the flyer 【Access】 About a 50-minute drive from Oita Merah IC 【Parking】 Available (free) ■■Access from Fukuoka Prefecture, Kumamoto Prefecture, etc. to the center of Bungoono City■■■ About a 3-hour drive from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture About a 2-hour drive from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture About a 1 hour and 20-minute drive from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture About a 1 hour and 20-minute drive from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Introducing recommended spots for sightseeing in Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture, Kyushu ■■■■■■■■■■■■

【Classic in Town】 A classical concert featuring three instruments: violin, cello, and piano. It will be held on Friday, November 20th. In the first half, enjoy the sounds of string instruments in solo performances, and in the second half, listen to Smetana's piano trio. Violin: Ryo Mikami Cello: Takayoshi Okuizumi Piano: Satoko Shinbori Look forward to a wonderful soirée with the piano trio. At Nishiokoppe Village Community Center, Large Hall Free admission, all seats are unreserved Doors open at 18:00 / Concert starts at 18:30 The concert will last about an hour and a half, including intermission. 【Registration】 ▶For Nishiokoppe residents No registration required. ▶For non-residents Please make a reservation using the QR code in the image or the link below. https://teket.jp/15893/73790... *First 200 attendees 【Contact】 Weekdays from 9:00 to 17:00 Please contact the Nishiokoppe Village Board of Education, "Classic in Town Section" 0158-87-2501 #Nishiokoppe Village #Classic #Concert #Piano Trio #Nanohana Pharmacy

Special Campaign on October 31st 🎉 📣 A lottery event will be held at the roadside station Iwanai!! As part of the ongoing "Hot Spring Election" voting PR, we are conducting a special campaign at the roadside station Iwanai! Surprisingly, everyone who votes will receive a popular No. 1 treat from the roadside station: "Cheese Daifuku"! 🎁✨ Additionally, a lottery with luxurious prizes will also be held! Check out the exciting prizes below⇩⇩⇩ ♨️ Iwanai Hot Spring Accommodation Voucher 🎫 Roadside Station Gift Certificate 🍺 Set of 6 Craft Beers ♨️ Iwanai Hot Spring Bath Voucher ♨️ Iwanai Hot Spring Towel We need just 300 more votes to reach our goal! 🔥 It's the final push! We want more people to know about "Iwanai Hot Spring," nurtured by the rich mountains and sea of Iwanai-cho! Your votes will make a huge difference. If you've already voted, you can vote again using a different email address if you have one! 📅 Event Date and Time: Until 6 PM on October 31st (Saturday) 📍 Venue: Roadside Station Iwanai Please take this opportunity to participate! Thank you for your cooperation!! 🙏✨

The Winter Flower Tour Stamp Rally is now underway!✨ Collect stamps by visiting three flower spots that brighten up winter in Shimoda!💐 Participants in the stamp rally will have a chance to win wonderful prizes through a lottery!👀💙 Stamp Rally Period From October 24, 2026 to January 31, 2027 Application Deadline: February 8, 2027 (postmark valid) 🌟Stamp Locations and Flower Events Shimoda Ropeway | Little Angel Festa Period: From October 24, 2026 to December 12, 2026 Aloe Village | Aloe Period: From December 5, 2026 to January 3, 2027 ⚠️Outside of the above period, stamps are available at the Izu Shirahama Tourism Association Cape Tsumeki | Narcissus Festival Period: From December 20, 2026 to January 31, 2027 ⚠️Outside of the above period, stamps are available at the Shimoda City Tourism Association (2nd floor of Roadside Station Kaikoku Shimoda Minato) *Stamps will be available at each venue during the flower event periods📍 Why not enjoy a flower tour in winter Shimoda?😌🌷

Event Announcement 📣 From October 31 (Saturday) to November 4 (Wednesday), the 57th Obihiro Chrysanthemum Festival will be held for five days! This year's theme is "Romance and Color in Late Autumn" ✨✨ The venue will feature a stunning "Chrysanthemum Exhibition" showcasing vibrant chrysanthemums lovingly cultivated, an impressive flower bed representing the theme "Shimmering Flower Street," and a charming Japanese garden with a tea ceremony corner, offering plenty of attractions. Inside the venue, there will be a variety of events, including a dazzling dance performance by "YUKA & SATOMI" to kick off the festival, high school calligraphy performances, storytelling, magic shows, and karaoke shows, ensuring a packed schedule of entertainment! Additionally, there will be sales of chrysanthemum seedlings featuring new varieties, local products sold by Obihiro Agricultural High School students, and specialty products from sister cities Tokushima City and Matsuzakimachi. Moreover, a "Oita Fair" commemorating the 60th anniversary of the sister city agreement will also be held, making shopping enjoyable! 🎵 You can join the "Chrysanthemum Exhibition Guided Tour (reservation required)" for free, where you can learn all about the charm and cultivation of chrysanthemums. It's a fall festival in Obihiro that everyone, from children to adults, can enjoy! ✨✨ We hope to see you at the venue! 🤗 🔶Date: October 31, 2026 (Saturday) to November 4 (Wednesday), 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM *On the first day, it will be from 10:00 AM. *On the last day, it will be until 4:00 PM. 🔶Venue: Tokachi Plaza 🔶Inquiries before the event: Obihiro Festival Promotion Committee Office (General Incorporated Association) Obihiro Tourism Convention Association: TEL 0155-22-8600 🔶Inquiries during the event: Obihiro Chrysanthemum Festival Headquarters: TEL 090-4264-6296 🔶On October 31 (Saturday), the 25th Tokachi Hometown Performing Arts Festival will also be held simultaneously. Enjoy powerful performances by the local taiko preservation groups. Doors open at 12:00 PM / Performance starts at 12:30 PM (Admission fee: 100 yen, free for junior high school students and below). https://town.tonxton.com/event/obihirio-kikumatsuri2026/...

Kiyokawa "Color" Hoshoji Temple in Autumn ❚ Held from November 8 to November 15, 2026 At Hoshoji Temple in Kiyokawamachi, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture, the autumn foliage illumination event "Kiyokawa 'Color' Hoshoji Temple in Autumn" will take place. Hoshoji Temple is an ancient temple with a history of over 800 years. It is said to have been rebuilt due to the prayers of Ōtomo Chikataka, and during the autumn foliage season, the temple grounds are dyed in rich colors, earning the names "Colorful Hoshoji Temple" and "Autumn at Hoshoji Temple." During this period, local residents will conduct the illumination. As night falls, the illuminated autumn leaves will stand out, reflecting their colors on the surface of the pond. Admission and parking are both free, making it easy to visit. Enjoy the autumn leaves at your leisure during the illuminated hours. 【Period】 From November 8 (Sunday) to November 15 (Sunday) 【Location】 Hoshoji Temple (1639 Udaeda, Kiyokawamachi, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture) 【Admission】 Free entry 【Access】 About 50 minutes by car from Oita Merah IC About 10 minutes by car from Kiyokawa Roadside Station 【Parking】 Available (free, approximately 20 cars) ■■Access from Fukuoka Prefecture and Kumamoto Prefecture to Bungoono City Center■■■ About 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture About 2 hours by car from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by car from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by car from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Introducing recommended tourist spots in Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture, Kyushu ■■■■■■■■■■■■

The 39th On Take-ryu Kagura Taikai was held at "Kagura-no-Sato Noh Stage Park" in Kiyokawacho, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture, on Sunday, October 25, 2026. This year, in addition to On Take Kagura and the Kiyokawacho Children’s Kagura Preservation Society, four other kagura troupes from inside and outside the city gathered to showcase their performances. One of the highlights was the "Encounter Kagura." Three kagura troupes performed the same piece simultaneously on three adjacent stages. The opportunity to compare the different styles and music of each troupe is a unique enjoyment of this event. On the day, many kagura fans visited the venue, making it a day to leisurely enjoy the performances of each kagura troupe. ■■Access to the center of Bungoono City from Fukuoka Prefecture and Kumamoto Prefecture■■■ About a 3-hour drive from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture About a 2-hour drive from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture About a 1 hour and 20 minutes drive from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture About a 1 hour and 20 minutes drive from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Introducing recommended spots for tourism in Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture, Kyushu ■■■■■■■■■■■■

Hello! This is the Amakusa Reihoku Tourist Association. If you have ever thought, "I want to live in a place surrounded by the sea and nature" or "I want to start fresh and relax in Amakusa," we have some great news for you! On November 14th (Saturday) and 15th (Sunday), 2026, the Reihokumachi and the Amakusa Reihoku Tourist Association will be exhibiting at the "JOIN Migration, Exchange & Regional Revitalization Fair 2026" held at Tokyo Big Sight! This big event will gather many municipalities and potential migrants from all over Japan. At the Reihokumachi booth, we will provide real information that you can't find on the internet, such as the delicious local air, warm personalities, job opportunities, housing, and steps toward migration. At the Amakusa Reihoku Tourist Association booth, we will sell tourism information and seasonal specialties at our market booth✨ We welcome those who think, "Migration is still a while away, but I would like to hear a little about it!" If you live in the Kanto area or are planning to visit Tokyo, please come and visit us! 【Event Overview】 Date: November 14th (Saturday) 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM / 15th (Sunday) 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Location: Tokyo Big Sight, East Hall 7 Participation Fee: Free (Registration required for visitors) ▶ Visitor registration can be done through the official event website.

The 50th Kamagaya New Year Marathon is here! Join us for the "Kamagaya New Year Marathon", a thrilling event that takes place in the fresh atmosphere of Kamagaya! This historic sports event, now in its 50th year, attracts many runners from both inside and outside the city. We offer a wide range of categories, from family-friendly divisions to those for elementary school students, junior high school students, and adults. Start the new year with a run and be sure to participate! 【Date】Sunday, January 17, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM *In case of severe weather, the event may be canceled at the discretion of the organizers. Information regarding the event status will be provided on the official website by 6:00 AM on the day of the event. 【Venue】Fukutaro Stadium (Municipal Athletic Field) 【Access】A 20-minute walk from Shin-Kamagaya Station on the Tobu Urban Park Line, Keisei Matsudo Line, Hokuso Line, and Narita Sky Access Line *There is no parking available, so please use public transportation. 【Contact】 Kamagaya New Year Marathon Executive Committee Office 047-445-1531 (9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, excluding weekends and holidays) 【Related Links】 https://kamagaya-marathon.com// Kamagaya New Year Marathon Official Website 【Event Entry URL】 https://runnet.jp/cgi-bin/?id=397819... Kamagaya New Year Marathon RUNNET Event Guide & Entry *Event entries will be accepted until Sunday, November 15, at 11:59 PM. Even within the entry period, registration will close once the maximum number of participants is reached. We look forward to receiving many entries from everyone! 【Culture and Sports Division】

Bungoono MUSIC FESTA 2026 ❚ November 8, 2026 The "Bungoono MUSIC FESTA 2026" will be held on Sunday, November 8, 2026, at the Eightpia Oono Grand Hall in Mie Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture. This year's annual music event will feature special guest Masahiko Kitahara, a former trombonist of Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra. The familiar BLACK BOTTOM BRASS BAND will also take the stage, filling Mie Town with brass sounds. In the morning of the event, a free workshop will be held. Participants will have the opportunity to perform the opening and closing songs together, and those who register will receive sheet music for the performance. Tickets are priced at 1,000 yen for adults, 500 yen for middle and high school students, and free for elementary school students and younger. All seats are unreserved and tickets are currently available at the Eightpia Oono box office. Enjoy an afternoon surrounded by music at the venue. 【Date】 November 8, 2026 (Sunday) Doors open at 15:00 / Performance starts at 15:30 *Free workshop registration starts at 9:00 / Workshop begins at 9:45 【Location】 Eightpia Oono Grand Hall (878 Uchida, Mie Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture) 【Fees】 Adults 1,000 yen (tax included) / Middle and high school students 500 yen / Free for elementary school students and younger *Workshop is free of charge 【Access】 Approximately 45 minutes by car from Oita Mera IC Approximately 15 minutes on foot from JR Miemachi Station 【Parking】 Available (free) 【Notes✍️】 To participate in the workshop, please email your name and instrument to bungoono.music.fes[at]gmail.com ▶ For inquiries about the event Eightpia Oono TEL: 0974-22-8000 ■■Access from Fukuoka Prefecture and Kumamoto Prefecture to the center of Bungoono City■■■ Approximately 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture Approximately 2 hours by car from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture Approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes by car from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture Approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes by car from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Introducing tourist attractions and recommended spots in Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■

【Cultural Festival Special Collaboration】 On November 3rd (Tuesday, national holiday), there will be a stage presentation at the village cultural festival. This year's stage presentation is a little special!? A collaborative performance of traditional Japanese drumming, calligraphy, and flower arrangement will be held by the Nishiokoppe Uenshiri Taiko Drum Group and Akihiro Nakayama!! As the powerful sound of the taiko drums resonates, characters will be written and flowers will be expressed. Don't miss the moment where three forms of beauty intertwine. In addition to this collaborative performance, other presentations are also planned. There will be an exhibition of works, so please enjoy that as well. 【Village Cultural Festival Stage Presentation】 November 3rd (Tuesday, national holiday) starting at 1 PM At the Nishiokoppe Village Community Center Grand Hall Admission is free for everyone #Nishiokoppe Village #Village Cultural Festival #Special Collaboration #Nishiokoppe Uenshiri Taiko Drum Group #Akihiro Nakayama

Roadside Station Oono Sweet Potato Festival ❚ November 29, 2026 On Saturday, November 29th, the "Roadside Station Oono Sweet Potato Festival" will be held at Roadside Station Oono in Onocho, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture. Currently, we are seeking participants for the sweet potato digging experience. A prize will be awarded to the person who digs up the largest sweet potato. Pre-registration is required, and the deadline is Saturday, October 31st. The capacity is 200 people (elementary school students and above), and registration will close once the limit is reached. The participation fee is 1,000 yen per person, which includes one designated bag. Since the digging will be done by hand, tools such as shovels cannot be used. Please wear clothing suitable for touching the soil, such as boots and gloves. It is also advisable to bring a hat, towel, and a change of clothes. Come and dig for big ones to create autumn memories! 【Date】 Sunday, November 29, 2026 【Schedule】 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Registration for sweet potato digging experience 【Deadline】 Saturday, October 31, 2026 *Registration will close once the capacity is reached 【Capacity】 200 people (elementary school students and above) 【Location】 Roadside Station Oono (43-10 Tanaka, Onocho, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture) 【Fee】 Participation fee is 1,000 yen per person (includes one designated bag) 【Access】 About 35 minutes by car from Oita Merah IC 【Parking】 Available 【Notes✍️】 ・What to bring: boots, gloves, hat, towel, change of clothes, etc. (clothing suitable for hand digging) *Use of tools such as shovels is not allowed ・Prizes will be awarded to those who dig the largest sweet potato ▶Inquiries about registration and events Roadside Station Oono TEL: 0974-34-3231 ■■Access from Fukuoka Prefecture and Kumamoto Prefecture to the center of Bungoono City■■■ About 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture About 2 hours by car from JR Kumamoto Station About 1 hour and 20 minutes by car from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by car from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Introducing recommended spots for tourism in Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■

Clean Activity Day in Sobo, Katamuki and Okue UNESCO Biosphere Reserve ❚ Held on November 3, 2026 The event "Clean Activity Day in Sobo, Katamuki and Okue UNESCO Biosphere Reserve" will take place at the site of Hase Elementary School in Inukai Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture. This initiative is a cleaning activity held in conjunction with "International UNESCO Biosphere Reserve Day". It aims to protect the rich nature of the Sobo, Katamuki and Okue UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in collaboration with local residents. No prior registration is required. Gloves, litter pickers, and garbage bags will be provided by the organizers, so please come in comfortable clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. You will receive original goods in exchange for the collected trash. We look forward to your participation. 【Date】 November 3 (Tuesday, holiday) from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM (Registration from 8:30 AM to 9:00 AM) *The event will proceed in light rain; it will be canceled in case of severe weather. 【Location】 Site of Hase Elementary School (1298-3 Kuromatsu, Inukai Town, Bungoono City) 【Fee】 Free (No prior registration needed) 【Access】 Approximately 30 minutes by car from Oita Mera IC ▶ Inquiries about the event Bungoono City Commerce and Tourism Division Phone: 0974-22-1117 ■■Access from Fukuoka Prefecture and Kumamoto Prefecture to the center of Bungoono City■■■ Approximately 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture Approximately 2 hours by car from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture Approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes by car from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture Approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes by car from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Introducing tourism and recommended spots in Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■

Due to popular demand, the second "Leather Craft Experience Workshop" has been confirmed! This time, you will use high-quality Italian leather "Buttero" and professional tools to create your very own original coin case. You can choose the color of the leather and the shape of the coin case (square type or round type) when you apply. Even beginners in leather craft will receive careful support from the instructor, so please feel free to participate. We look forward to your applications! ■Event Overview Event Name: Leather Craft Experience Workshop – Create Your Own Coin Case with High-Quality Italian Leather "Buttero" Date and Time: November 20th (Friday) and November 21st (Saturday), 2026, from 1 PM to 5 PM each day Venue: 2nd Floor of Reihokumachi Tourist Information Center (4535-1 Kamitsukumae, Reihokumachi, Amakusa District, Kumamoto Prefecture) Participation Fee: 6,000 yen (including tax) *Please pay in cash on the day Capacity: 6 participants per day on a first-come, first-served basis (reservation required) Application Deadline: November 13th (Friday) What to Bring: Apron, glasses or magnifying glass (if needed) *Please come in clothes that can get dirty on the day. Instructor: Koichi Makita from "Makita Leather Workshop" ■Application and Inquiries Please apply via the QR code on the flyer or from the announcement section of the Amakusa Reihoku Tourism Association website. For inquiries, please contact "Makita Leather Workshop" at the contact information listed in the announcement section of the Amakusa Reihoku Tourism Association website. ■Organized by: Amakusa Reihoku Tourism Association, a general incorporated association.

Event Announcement 📣 On Sunday, October 25th, the "2026 Food Valley Tokachi Marathon" will be held, offering a taste of Tokachi's culinary delights! 😊 At the "Uma-Aid" water and rest stops along the course, the Hokkaido Chefs Association Obihiro Branch and Masuya Shoten will serve menus using ingredients from Tokachi 🎵 This year, a new "Sweets Aid" has been added, where you can also enjoy sweets from popular local stores like Cranberry and Asahiya! 😍 Don't miss the costumed runners who will liven up the event with their unique outfits!! After the race, a "Food Festa" will be held, featuring a wide array of local delicacies! ✨✨ Not only runners but also their cheering families and friends can fully enjoy Tokachi's gourmet offerings! 🤗 🔶 Date: Sunday, October 25th, 2026 🔶 Venue: Start: In front of Nissenren Building Finish: Obihiro Chūō Kōen (Obihiro Central Park) 🔶 Inquiries: 2026 Food Valley Tokachi Marathon Executive Committee Secretariat TEL: 0155-65-4210 https://www.foodvalley-marathon.com//

【National Hometown Fair】 The National Hometown Fair will be held from Saturday, October 31, 2026 to Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at the Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse Event Square. The Mashu Lake Tourism Association will also participate. We look forward to seeing you all! 🙇‍♂️🧸❣️ 2026 National Hometown Fair Date: From Saturday, October 31, 2026 to Tuesday, November 3, 2026 Location: Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse Event Square (1-1 Shinminato, Naka Ward, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture, 231-0001) Hours: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM *The event will be held rain or shine Admission: Free 🚉City Subway About a 15-minute walk via the Kishamichi from "Sakuragicho Station" or about a 15-minute walk from "Kannai Station" 🚉Minatomirai Line About a 6-minute walk from "Bashamichi Station" or "Nihon-ōdōri Station" About a 12-minute walk from "Minatomirai Station". Please note that the time is an estimate and may vary depending on operating conditions and transfers. ___ *The images used are from the event held in 2025.

Hokkaido Tourism PR Event at AEON MALL Fukuoka On Sunday, October 25, 2026, the 'Hokkaido Tourism PR Event' will be held at AEON MALL Fukuoka, and the Lake Mashu Tourism Association will also participate. We look forward to welcoming everyone!🙇‍♂️🧸❣️ Hokkaido Tourism PR Event at AEON MALL Fukuoka Location: AEON MALL Fukuoka West Court Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Facility Hours: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

The 2nd Eitopia High School Drama Festival ❚ Held on October 25, 2026 The 2nd Eitopia Oono High School Drama Festival will take place at the Grand Hall of Eitopia Oono in Mie Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture. This performance features a collaboration between the drama clubs of Oita Prefectural Mie Comprehensive High School, Beppu Shosei High School, and Oita Prefectural Oita Tsurusaki High School. The prefectural competition to determine the number one high school drama in Oita Prefecture is just two weeks away, and you can catch a sneak preview of the works that will be showcased there. Why not experience the serious performances of high school students? 【Date and Time】 Sunday, October 25, 2026, Doors open at 15:00 / Performance starts at 15:30 【Schedule】 15:30– Beppu Shosei High School Drama Club "I Want to Be a Wolf" 16:45– Oita Tsurusaki High School Stage Video Research Club "To the Fourth Address... - The One Standing at the Gate" 18:00– Oita Prefectural Mie Comprehensive High School Drama Club "Homecoming Refugees" 【Location】 Grand Hall of Eitopia Oono (878 Uchida, Mie Town, Bungoono City) 【Admission】 Free entrance 【Access】 About 40 minutes by car from Oita Mera IC About 15 minutes on foot from JR Miemachi Station 【Parking】 Available (Free) 【Contact】 Oita Prefectural Mie Comprehensive High School Drama Viewing Association Office Phone: 090-3798-8760 ■■Access from Fukuoka Prefecture and Kumamoto Prefecture to the center of Bungoono City■■■ About 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture About 2 hours by car from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by car from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by car from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Introducing sightseeing and recommended spots in Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■

Event Announcement 📣 On Saturday, October 24th, the earliest Christmas tree lighting ceremony in Japan, "Hiroo Santa Land Tree Lighting Ceremony 2026," will take place. 😊 In addition to the "Santa Land Christmas Market," a variety of events will be held, including a sound festival featuring the Hiroo Santa Land Jazz School and the ensemble group "Sogaku." 🎵 During the lighting ceremony, children from Hiroo Nursery School and Toyone Nursery School will perform Christmas songs. At the moment the lights are turned on, approximately 150,000 lights and about 10,000 wooden lanterns will illuminate the venue, creating a romantic Christmas atmosphere. ✨✨ Additionally, fireworks will be launched to conclude the event, and special Christmas gifts will be distributed to children under elementary school age who attend. 😍 Enjoy an early Christmas with your family and friends! 🤗 🔶 Date: October 24, 2026 (Saturday) starting at 14:00 🔶 Venue: Daimaruyama Forest Park *In case of inclement weather, the event will be held at the Hirocho Children's Welfare Hall. 🔶 The illumination will be on display from 16:00 to 22:00 and can be enjoyed until March 31st. 🔶 Contact: Hirocho Fisheries and Commerce Tourism Division TEL: 01558-2-0177 https://www.town.hiroo.lg.jp/santa_land/...

Enjoy Halloween Night at Komu! We are excited to announce a Halloween event at the Forest Art Museum "Komu"!📢 On the night of Friday, October 30th We will be open for special evening hours at Komu!👻🎃🧙‍♀️ We will temporarily close at 5 PM, and the Halloween event will start at 6 PM!! Entrance will be free for everyone until 8 PM! Together with the Puppet Play Circle Doremi We have prepared fun activities related to Halloween and are looking forward to your visit. You might receive some candy if you complete the missions!? Dress up in your best costumes And let’s enjoy the night before Halloween together! We invite you and your family or friends to come and join us! Contact: 0158-87-2600 #Nishiokoppe Village #Komu #Halloween #Evening Opening Hours #Puppet Play Circle Doremi

In a garden glowing with autumn colors, enjoy a cup of tea. On a night illuminated by the Mid-Autumn Moon. The pure Japanese garden, Korakuen, was lit up as if the moonlight had descended, allowing us to relish the night foliage instead of night cherry blossoms. Walking along the path of light from the garden entrance, we could see the illuminated autumn leaves and pavilions on both the right and left. Without the prepared lighting, the night Korakuen would be so dark that one couldn't distinguish between the soil and the roots of the trees. The sight of leaves, stones, moss, and lanterns floating in the darkness due to the various lights was truly wonderful. The redness of the autumn leaves was more vivid than during the day and burned into the back of my eyelids. On the night of the illumination, a tea ceremony was held at the tea room, Korakutei, within the garden. The tea utensils were adorned with autumn leaves, and the sweets and tea bowls also revealed the essence of autumn. While savoring the sweetness of the sweets and the warmth of the tea, we fully enjoyed the autumn tea ceremony. - This illumination project was held for the third time, following last autumn and this spring. Thanks to this event, we met many villagers visiting Korakuen for the first time, those who look forward to coming every time, and visitors from nearby towns, among others. May this wonderful garden continue to be a cherished place for many in the future. Korakuen will be closed for the winter, so in the remaining few days, I would be delighted if you could come and visit.

The traveling bookstore and candy shop In September, the traveling Yukimichi Bookstore was held at Kobanko📚 Books about horses and bears, books on succulents and fungi, and books on beautiful libraries around the world were all present. Each book piqued my curiosity. The succulent seedlings in the basket were adorable too🌿 On this day, there was also a booth from the candy shop "Egao-ya" in Monbetsu! Next to the children happily choosing sweets, I found snacks I used to enjoy and got really excited. Not only shopping but also satisfying small hunger and playing with Lego blocks... While everyone spent their time as they pleased, I flipped through the intriguing books. It was so cozy that I ended up spending more time than planned. The next traveling Yukimichi Bookstore will be on Saturday, October 24th, from 12 PM to 4 PM. Please look forward to it. #Nishiokoppe Village #Traveling #Bookstore #Candy shop #Kobanko