Finally, it's just around the corner next week. The 23rd Kushiro Tairyo Donpaku Wishing for good weather on the day✨ September 12th (Saturday) ・Event Time: 10:00 AM - 8:30 PM ・Donpaku Fireworks Festival: 7:00 PM - 7:50 PM September 13th (Sunday) ・Event Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Both days on the 12th and 13th) ・Stage Events ・Food Stalls ・Agricultural and Rural Fair ・Sister Cities and Friendship Cities Product Exhibition ・Children's Wonderland (12th) ・Donpaku Fireworks Festival ・Art Museum Autumn Festival (13th) ・Kushiro Motor Festival ・Anpanman Show We look forward to your visit!😊

Event Announcement📣 The "30th Honbetsu Kirameki Town Festival 2026 / East Tokachi Fireworks Festival" will take place over two days from September 5 (Saturday) to September 6 (Sunday)😊 On the day of the event, enjoy a quiz contest by the Meiji Honbetsu Factory, thrilling pony pulling races, HIP HOP dance performances by local children, wind ensemble performances by middle and high school students, and a showcase of the local performing art "Yoshitsune Taiko," all packed with the charm of the region🎵 Additionally, there will be a popular hero show for children, a demonstration of hand-baked rice crackers from Asakusa Nakamise in Tokyo (available only on September 5), and numerous gourmet booths featuring local ingredients. The festival will conclude with the "HBC Kayou Show," featuring Takeshi Kitayama and Akemi Ishii, where you can enjoy their melodious singing😍 At night, the spectacular "East Tokachi Fireworks Festival" will light up the night sky of Honbetsu🎆 There are plenty of programs for both adults and children to enjoy over these two days!! We invite everyone to come and join us🤗 【Visitor Guidelines】 ① The fireworks festival and song shows are usually very crowded. We ask for your cooperation in maintaining good manners and sharing space to make the event enjoyable for everyone. ② There are no trash bins on site. We have garbage bags available at the main office, so please help us by taking your trash home. ③ Pets are not allowed in the venue (even if carried or in diapers) 🔶Date: September 5, 2026 - September 6, 2026 🔶Venue: Toshibetsu River Riverside Special Venue 🔶Contact: Honbetsu Kirameki Town Festival Executive Committee Office (Honbetsu Town Future Creation Division) TEL: 0156-22-2141 https://www.town.honbetsu.hokkaido.jp/kirameki/index.html...

We are currently accepting participants for the event! 📣 On Saturday, September 12th, the "12th Global Naumann Elephant Table Tennis Tournament" and the "Naumann Park Golf Cosplay Pair Tournament in Churui" will be held simultaneously in Makubetsu, Churui. 😊 This event, held in a location associated with the Naumann elephant, features table tennis using original zori rackets and park golf enjoyed in pairs while in cosplay, making it a sport that can be enjoyed by beginners to advanced players, and from children to adults. 🎵 All participants will receive a tournament original towel and a free bathing privilege at Nauman Onsen!‼ At the end of the tournament, there will also be a raffle for wonderful prizes! 😍 The application deadline is tomorrow, September 4th (Friday)!‼ To create fun memories, please invite your family, friends, and colleagues to apply together! 🤗 Please submit your application by September 4th (Friday) via the web form (https://logoform.jp/f/TRdty).... https://www.town.makubetsu.lg.jp/news/event/1112.html...

Announcement from Taiyo-no-Oka Engaru Park Cosmos Garden The cosmos season has arrived. Currently, about 70% of the cosmos garden is filled with a mixture of pink, red, and white native varieties, while yellow cosmos are in full bloom and flowering is progressing day by day. On Sunday, September 6th, the "Taiyo-no-Oka Cosmos Festa" will be held. This event features dance teams from within and outside the town in the "Cosmos Dance Festa," stage shows, and inflatable attractions, allowing families to enjoy while appreciating the cosmos. Come and see the beautifully blooming cosmos under the Okhotsk Blue sky! Address: Maru-O, Engaru Town, Monbetsu District, Hokkaido Phone Number: 0158-42-0488 Opening Hours: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Admission Fee: <Individual> Adults (high school students and above) 600 yen, Children (elementary and junior high school students) 300 yen <Group> *For groups of 10 or more Adults (high school students and above) 500 yen, Children (elementary and junior high school students) 200 yen Parking: 300 spaces (free)

Would you like to take a stroll with a nature guide in the autumn foothills of Ishizuchi Mountain? We will travel by chartered bus to an elevation of about 1,700 meters and enjoy a walk while observing autumn alpine plants. Along the way, you can also see changes in vegetation due to the elevation difference and enjoy the scenery of the foothills. This is not a summit tour, so please feel free to join us. "Kamegamori Flower Watching Tour - Autumn" 〇Travel Cost 8,900 yen per person (tax included), including guide, chartered bus, and lunch 〇Dates October 7th (Wed), 8th (Thu), and 21st (Wed) in the year 26 〇Time 8:35 AM (Gathering) – 3:30 PM 〇Meeting Place Saijo City Tourism Exchange Center 〇Number of Participants 20 people per session (minimum required number is 15) 〇Deadline 10 days before each tour date 〇Contact and Reservations Saijo City Tourism and Products Association Registered Travel Agency No. 3-201 by the Governor of Ehime Prefecture TEL: 0897-56-2605 For more details, please check the website of the Saijo City Tourism and Products Association.

The 58th Gosenkyo Festival in Ogata Town, Bungoono City ❚ Held on September 20, 2026 The Gosenkyo Festival will take place in Ogata Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture. This annual joint festival gathers portable shrines from within Ogata Town in one schoolyard. It aims to pray for a bountiful harvest and pass down the traditional culture inherited by the community to the next generation. At the venue, the Ogata Elementary School grounds, the portable shrines will be lined up neatly, accompanied by the sounds of drums, lion dances, and kagura performances, adding color to the festival. Among the highlights are the lion dance and the white bear, which are rarely seen up close on ordinary days, making this event unique. 【Date】Sunday, September 20, 2026 【Location】Ogata Elementary School Grounds (100 Ogata Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture) The event may be canceled or the content may change due to weather conditions. 【Event Schedule】 10:00 Lion Dance, White Bear, and Installation of Portable Shrines 11:30 Mikoshi Festival 12:00 Ogata Akatsuki Taiko 12:15 Okudake-ryu Uehata Lion Dance Club 12:30 Ogata Three Shrines Kagura, Ogata Children's Kagura 16:00 Return of the Portable Shrines 16:20 Lion Dance, White Bear 17:15 Return of the Portable Shrines *Start times may vary depending on the situation. ▶Simultaneous Event 13:30~ Children's Portable Shrine Procession 【Organizer & Contact】 Gosenkyo Festival Executive Committee Office, Ogata Branch Phone: 0974-42-2111 ■■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 ■■■■■■■■■■■■

Event Announcement📣 The 28th Lifelong Learning Festival Plaza Matsuri will be held for two days from September 5 (Saturday) to September 6 (Sunday)😊 Learn! Interact! Discover! This is the annual Plaza Festival packed with all aspects of lifelong learning activities🎵 At the venue, there will be panel displays where you can learn about animal welfare and animal rights. In the "Exciting Experience Plaza," you can enjoy making pet bottle windmills and playing with vegetable stamps. Additionally, there will be performances and dance presentations by children, experience sessions, and a flash mental calculation experience. A lottery will also be held, where you can win ferry goods from the Tomakomai Port Ferry! This event allows both adults and children to learn and have fun through various activities and experience programs. Hello Kitty will also join us on September 5🎵 Together with the Tokachi Marche, enjoy a delightful time with your family and friends🤗 Date: September 5, 2026 (Saturday) 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM September 6, 2026 (Sunday) 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Venue: Tokachi Plaza, inside the building Admission: Free Contact: Tokachi Plaza TEL: 0155-22-7890 https://okamotopbc.jp/tokachi-plaza/2026/08/%e7%ac%ac28%e5%9b%9e-%e7%94%9f%e6%b6%af%e5%ad%a6%e7%bf%92%e3%83%95%e3%82%a7%e3%82%b9%e3%83%86%e3%82%a3%e3%83%90%e3%83%ab-%e3%80%8e%e3%83%97%e3%83%a9%e3%82%b6%e3%81%be%e3%81%a4%e3%82%8a%e3%80%8f/...

[Gurufura Drive 2026] Explore the Gourmet & Flower Attractions of Three Towns The Gurufura Drive project is starting again this year! Visit the gardens and events in Kamikawa-cho, Takinoue Town, and Nishiokoppe Village, and be sure to apply for the special product giveaways🎁 The Gurutto Prize offers items worth 10,000 yen, while the Furatto Prize offers items worth 3,000 yen✨ Event Period: From Friday, September 4, 2026 to Monday, October 12, 2026 (National Holiday) How to Participate: 1. Get a stamp collection sheet 2. Get stamps at gardens or events 3. Once you collect three or more stamps, drop your sheet into the application box Additionally, if you bring your stamp collection sheet to designated restaurants or tourist facilities, you will receive an original sticker! The stickers feature designs that connect the three towns, so we would be delighted if you could collect all three types🙂 We look forward to your many applications! #Nishiokoppe Village #Gurufura Drive #Garden Tour #Stamp Rally #Local Specialties

Event Announcement 📣 From September 4th (Friday) to September 6th (Sunday), Tokachi's largest food and music event "Tokachi Marche" will be held 😊 You can enjoy exquisite gourmet food and sweets, as well as agricultural and livestock products from Tokachi, with food menus priced under 500 yen, allowing you to compare flavors from various shops 😍 Additionally, a special project featuring carefully selected Tokachi ingredients, the "Premium Menu (uniformly priced at 1,000 yen)," will also be available‼️ Moreover, at the Gourmet Campus, local high school students will sell dishes made with Tokachi ingredients. At the venue, there will be a stamp rally where you can win gift certificates and local products from Tokachi through a lottery, as well as live performances by a variety of artists. Enjoy the rich blessings of Tokachi while listening to pleasant music 🤗 (Note: The stamp rally booklet is limited to 10,000 copies each day) 🔶Event Schedule (will be held rain or shine) ・September 4th (Friday) Opening Hours: 17:00 - 21:00, held only at the North Exit Square of the station ・September 5th (Saturday) Opening Hours: 10:00 - 21:00, held only at the North Exit Square of the station from 18:00 ・September 6th (Sunday) Opening Hours: 10:00 - 16:00 🔶Venue Around JR Obihiro Station (North Exit Square, South Exit Square, South Park, North Multipurpose Square, Tokachi Plaza) 🔶Contact Information Tokachi Marche Promotion Council (within Obihiro Chamber of Commerce and Industry) TEL: 0155-67-7381 Tokachi Festa Executive Committee (within Obihiro City Tourism Exchange Division) TEL: 0155-65-4169 https://tokachimarche.com//

The Yukemuri Eco Project in Yunokawa 2026 will be held! Shall we all come together to clean the "Yunokawa" flowing through the Kawayu Onsen district? In addition to the popular spot "Kawayu Ganban Terrace," you can enjoy the "yukemuri" (steam) and the scent of hot springs throughout the year around Yunokawa. This river is maintained daily by various organizations and local residents through activities like litter picking, grass cutting, and repairing the walking paths. Following last year, we will again hold the "Yukemuri Eco Project in Yunokawa" this year! To continue preserving the beautiful nature and hot spring environment of Kawayu Onsen, we look forward to your participation. ____________⋆⋆✶ Date & Time: Sunday, September 27, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM Meeting Place: Kawayu Second Parking Lot (In front of the Ministry of the Environment Akan-Mashu National Park Management Office) *Meet on-site and disperse on-site Participation Benefits: Participants will receive the following gifts! - Local juice - Towel with Kawayu Onsen logo - Day-use bathing ticket for Kawayu Onsen - Original sticker What to Bring & Wear - Long rubber gloves will be provided. - Please bring your own rubber boots if you have them. - Rubber boots can also be borrowed for those who do not have them. *Sizes and quantities are limited. Application Please apply using the application form below. Application Deadline: Wednesday, September 23, 2026 *If there are many applications, we may close registration before the deadline. Contact Information Akan-Mashu National Park Kawayu Area Management Association (Secretariat) [Email] kawayu.unkyo@gmail.com [Phone] 090-2512-3143 (Yoshida) For more details, please check the announcements from Teshikaga Navi✨

Event Announcement 📣 The Rally Hokkaido, held as Japan's first international rally in 2002, will celebrate its 25th anniversary this year 🎉 It will take place over three days from Friday, September 4, 2026, to Sunday, September 6, 2026 😊 This year, a new course has been established along the Tokachi River, offering an exciting race that showcases speed and skill amidst the stunning nature of Tokachi 🎵 There will also be plenty of hands-on events for both adults and children in the surrounding areas‼️ We invite you to come and enjoy the event with your family and friends 🤗 🔶Contact: Rally Hokkaido Executive Office TEL: 011-864-2003 https://www.rally-hokkaido.com/jp/?page_id=16240...

Taken on August 29, 2026. This is a photo spot for the "Magical Chiikawa POP UP STORE" being held at Maruhiro Department Store until the 31st.

Taken on August 29, 26. I visited the "Magical Chiikawa POP UP STORE" currently being held at Maruhiro Department Store Kawagoe.

Introducing September Event Information in Nagano City✨ 〈Don't forget to tap the 'save' mark if you want to refer back later!〉 1. Togakushi Soba Festival: Half-Soba Walking Tour This year, 21 soba shops are participating, and by purchasing the half-soba walking ticket book "Soba Goyomi" (2,000 yen including tax), you can enjoy a half serving of zaru soba (approximately three pieces) at three different shops. 【Event Period】September 1 (Tue) – October 4 (Sun) *Excluding September 19 – 25 【Price】Half-soba walking ticket book "Soba Goyomi" includes three tickets for 2,000 yen (including tax) 【How to Purchase】Make a reservation on the official website and pay in cash at the pickup location *Limited to 57 copies per day *For more details, please check the official website. 2. Sanada House Garden Light Up "Gensou" The Sanada House Garden in Matsushiro will be illuminated with enchanting lights! Additionally, there will be a concert by Ecole de Matsushiro Club and special guests! A projection mapping on the storehouse of the Sanada House Garden, which was well received last year, will also take place as a special project. 【Event Dates】September 19 (Sat), September 20 (Sun) 【Time】18:00 – 20:30 (Doors open at 17:30, last entry at 20:00) 【Venue】Matsushiro Sanada House 【Price】General 400 yen, Elementary and Junior High School Students 100 yen *Free for Elementary and Junior High School Students on September 19 (Sat) *For more details, please check the official website. 3. Togakushi and Iizuna Highlands "All-Inclusive Experience! Stamp Rally" Participate in the target experience content to get stamps! Enjoy the refreshing green season in the highlands! 【Event Period】August 1 (Sat) – October 31 (Sat) 【Event Location】Togakushi and Iizuna Area 【How to Participate and Prize Details】 (1) Participate in target experience content (various activities such as camping, E-bike rentals, nature experiences, soba making, etc.). (2) Collect two stamps → Receive an original sticker! (3) Collect three stamps → In addition to receiving a badge set designed with Togakushi Mountain and Iizuna Mountain, you can also enter a lottery for a luxurious prize! 【Stamp Collection Locations】 Togakushi Campground Iizuna Nagano Forest Village Togakushi Tourism Association Iizuna Highlands Tourism Association Nagano City Tourist Information Center, etc. 4. Zenkoji Binzuru Market Held as a handmade market inspired by the beloved disciple of Buddha, "Binzuru-san"! Various food and craft shops gather, creating a market enjoyable for makers, buyers, locals, and tourists alike. 【Event Date】September 12 (Sat) *Regularly held on the second Saturday from April to December 【Time】10:00 – 16:00 【Venue】Around Zenkoji 5. Shinshu Ramen Expo 2026 Famous ramen shops from all over the country gather! Enjoy ramen that is hard to find in Nagano! Take this opportunity to enjoy your favorite ramen! 【Event Dates】 First Act: September 11 (Fri) – September 15 (Tue) *Closed on September 16 (Wed) and September 17 (Thu) for replacements Second Act: September 18 (Fri) – September 23 (Wed, Holiday) 【Time】10:00 – 20:00 *Until 19:00 on September 15 and September 23 【Venue】Nagano Omotesando Central Square 【Price】Free admission, 1 bowl for 1,000 yen (including tax) Tickets will be sold at the venue ticket machine *Cash only *For more details, please check the official website. *"Miso Kin" is fully reservation-based online. 6. Nagano Craft Beer & Food Festival 2026 This year, it will be held at "Nagano Omotesando Central Square"! Eighteen breweries from Nagano Prefecture will participate, including three breweries from Nagano City. It's an event for a wide range of people to enjoy beer and food. 【Event Dates】September 4 (Fri) 15:00 – 20:30 September 5 (Sat) 11:00 – 20:30, September 6 (Sun) 11:00 – 16:00 *Last order is 30 minutes before closing 【Venue】Nagano Omotesando Central Square 7. Night Pool at Sun Marine Nagano Spend a summer night in a fantastical illuminated pool that is different from usual! Photography is allowed in the normally prohibited pool area! Enjoy unlimited rides on the slides♪ You can enjoy it at a great price with all-you-can-drink and light meals included! 【Event Dates】September 5 (Sat) 21:30 – 23:30 【Price】 Advance ticket 3,500 yen Same-day ticket 4,000 yen *Includes all-you-can-drink and light meals *No entry for those under 20 years old *For more details, please check the official website or account #Event Information #Light Up #Gourmet Events #Nagano City #Nagano Tourism

The beautiful seas and mountains of Amakusa await you at the cycling event "Amakusa Loop! Amaichi Gran Fondo 2026," which will take place over two days on December 12 (Saturday) and 13 (Sunday), 2026! This year marks the 70th anniversary of Unzen-Amakusa National Park's designation, and it is a special event celebrating the recognition of "Amaichi" as the first national cycle route in Kyushu. Come and enjoy the bounties of the sea and mountains at this cycling event! ■Event Overview ・Event Name: 70th Anniversary Event of Unzen-Amakusa National Park's Designation - Amakusa Loop! Amaichi Gran Fondo 2026 ・Date: December 12 (Saturday) and 13 (Sunday), 2026 ・Location: Amakusa City, Kamiamakusa City, and surrounding areas of Reihokumachi ■Schedule and Course Details 【DAY 1】 December 12 (Saturday) Amakusa Islands, Shimoshima Area Event 1: 140km (Capacity: 150 participants) / Entry Fee: 13,000 yen Event 2: 80km (Capacity: 200 participants) / Entry Fee: 10,000 yen Event 3: 40km (Capacity: 50 participants) / Entry Fee: 5,000 yen 【DAY 2】 December 13 (Sunday) Amakusa Islands, Kamijima Area Event 4: 140km (Capacity: 150 participants) / Entry Fee: 13,000 yen Event 5: 80km (Capacity: 200 participants) / Entry Fee: 10,000 yen Event 6: 40km (Capacity: 50 participants) / Entry Fee: 5,000 yen *A discount of 2,000 yen will be applied for consecutive entries over two days. *A discount of 2,000 yen will be applied for elementary and junior high school students. ■Participation Qualifications ・Participants must comply with event regulations and traffic safety rules. ・Participants must be in elementary school or older (one guardian per elementary school student must accompany them). ・Participants must be confident in completing the entire course within the time limit without getting lost. ・Participants must be able to adhere to the etiquette of using the national park. ・Participants must have a love for nature. ■Application and Details For more details and entry methods, please check the official event website. (Search for "Amaichi Gran Fondo!") We sincerely look forward to your participation!

On August 23, 2026, the 33rd Sugaoi Stone Buddha Fire Festival was held in Mie Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture. During the festival's signature event, the "Chicken Crowing Contest," participants donned creative costumes and showcased their unique crowing sounds. The venue was filled with warm smiles and applause throughout the event. Additionally, the stage featured powerful performances of traditional Japanese taiko drums by the "Toyokai" and dances from "Okubata Kagura," captivating the audience with a series of impressive acts. In the latter half of the festival, the "Torch Throwing" event took place, where lit torches were thrown at a pillar approximately 3 meters high, with many children eagerly participating. ■■Access to the center of Bungoono City from Fukuoka Prefecture and Kumamoto Prefecture■■■ About 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station, Fukuoka Prefecture About 2 hours by car from JR Kumamoto Station, Kumamoto Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by car from JR Beppu Station, Oita Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by car from JR Yufuin Station, Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Introducing recommended sightseeing spots in Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture, Kyushu ■■■■■■■■■■■■

[Let's Dance in a Circle] In Nishiokoppe Village, the Bon Odori was held for two consecutive nights on the 14th and 15th. Thank you to everyone who came! 🙌 I participated in the Nishiokoppe Bon Odori! 🏮 As I was drawn in by the sound of the drums, I found a row of stalls waiting for customers. Before starting the dance, I took a bite. After filling my stomach a bit with udon, the children's Bon Odori began. What started as a circle of a few people quickly grew larger with children and adults joining in. Those who didn't join the dance but were watching while eating and drinking also wore calm expressions. As the children's Bon Odori ended and we took a break, a group of bipedal frogs appeared. Following them, more and more costumed people arrived. Before long, a circle around the yagura was formed. I was overwhelmed by the energy of those dancing for 45 minutes in their various costumes. I was glad to experience another page of summer this year. Since I couldn't attend the Kamiokoppe Bon Odori this year, I hope to conquer both days next year...! #Nishiokoppe Village #Bon Odori #Cool Summer Nights #Costumes #Summer

【Woody Successfully Concluded!】 The annual "Woody Summer School" has successfully concluded! This year's challenge was to create a【tractor】🚜✨ over a period of two nights and three days. Participants assembled each part in order, drilling holes and cutting with a jigsaw. Despite the intense heat over consecutive days, the participants faced the wood with serious expressions. To support these participants, the instructors provided gentle guidance. Thank you to everyone who participated! This one-of-a-kind tractor is something to cherish and play with at home🚜 #Nishiokoppe Village #Woody Summer School #Woodworking #Tractor #Manufacturing

The 4th National Stream Fishing Tournament Under the scorching summer sun, the "National Stream Fishing Tournament" was held 🎣 This time, an impressive total of 242 participants, both adults and children, joined in 💡 While there were many fishing enthusiasts, a lot of children came to participate in the fish-catching event ✨ Watching the children chase after the escaping fish with beaming smiles made me feel the essence of summer in Gokase 😁

🌸Okhotsk Flower Tour Campaign at Aeon Mall Asahikawa West🌸 The charm of flowers and tourism from Okhotsk gathers in Asahikawa! The "Okhotsk Flower Tour" created by Mombetsu City, Engaru Town, Yubetsu Town, and Takinoue Town will be visiting Aeon Mall Asahikawa West✨ 📅 August 22nd (Saturday) 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM 📍 Aeon Mall Asahikawa West 1F Green Court 🌟Recommended Highlights🌟 🐻 Local characters will gather! 🔍 Find the "password" with the characters and get an original flower tour badge! 🍬 Follow us on social media to receive a special design of Hi-Chew candy for the first 100 people! 🪨 Join us for making obsidian keychains! (Fee 300 yen) 🛍️ There will also be sales of specialty products from the four cities and towns! Additionally, we will introduce recommended sightseeing spots and autumn events in each region🍁 This autumn, why not visit Okhotsk? First, please find "Okhotsk" at Aeon Mall Asahikawa West on August 22nd😊 #Okhotsk Flower Tour #Takinoue Town Tourism Association #Aeon Mall Asahikawa West #Okhotsk Tourism #Tourism Campaign

Tracing the River Town from Inukai Port: Ono River SUP Geo Tour ❚ Held on September 13, 2023 In the nature-rich Ono River in Inukai Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture, the "Tracing the River Town from Inukai Port: Ono River SUP Geo Tour" will take place. This relaxed SUP (Stand Up Paddleboard) tour allows you to rediscover the charm of the town from the water. Along the way, you will encounter local historical sites such as the remnants of Inukai Port, once a bustling logistics hub, and Nami-nori Jizō, highlighting the unique history of the river and life in the area. A land-based briefing will be conducted at the start of the tour, ensuring that even those new to SUP can participate with confidence. This experience is available for those in the fifth grade and above, making it a great outing for families and friends. Why not spend a special time feeling the pleasant river breeze? 【Date】 Sunday, September 13, 2023, Gathering at 9:30 AM / Scheduled to end at 12:30 PM 【Location】 Ono River Riverside Park Parking Lot (Inukai Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture) 【Fee】 4,000 yen (to be paid at the venue) 【Eligibility】 Fifth graders and above 【Capacity】 12 participants 【Application Deadline】 Sunday, September 6, 2023 【Notes】 The event will proceed in light rain; in case of severe weather, it will be postponed to Sunday, September 27. 【Contact】 Oita Bungoono Geo Park Promotion Council (TEL: 0974-22-4089) ■■Access from Fukuoka Prefecture and Kumamoto Prefecture to the center of Bungoono City■■■ Approximately 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station, Fukuoka Prefecture Approximately 2 hours by car from JR Kumamoto Station, Kumamoto Prefecture Approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes by car from JR Beppu Station, Oita Prefecture Approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes by car from JR Yufuin Station, Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Introducing recommended spots for tourism in Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture, Kyushu ■■■■■■■■■■■■

On August 15, 2026, the 54th Asaji Summer Festival was held in Asaji Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture. In the evening, the Asaji Ground was filled with food stalls, followed by local kagura performances. The fireworks display lit up the night sky, drawing cheers from the audience. There was also a time for the "Asaji Ondo," where locals danced in a circle. It was a lively and warm summer night. ■■Access to the center of Bungoono City from Fukuoka Prefecture and Kumamoto Prefecture■■■ 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 recommended spots for tourism in Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture, Kyushu ■■■■■■■■■■■■

A Hot Night with Beer Friday, July 31st The "Forest Beer Garden" organized by the Chamber of Commerce Youth Division was held!🍺🎉 With a sky that looked like it might rain and cooler temperatures, this year it took place in the Plum Hall of Hotel Rimu. While an outdoor beer garden is fun, having it indoors where you can eat and drink comfortably was also great! In addition to skewered dumplings, grilled chicken, frankfurters, soba and udon, edamame, french fries, bang bang chicken, takoyaki, shaved ice, cotton candy… this year there were also special menu items from the hotel! With a luxurious food menu, the line for drinks never seemed to end. I couldn't stop eating either!🤤 Thank you to everyone who came out!! #Nishiokoppe Village #Beer Garden #Chamber of Commerce Youth Division #Hotel Rimu #Summer

The JA Mashuuko Festival 2026 will be held this year too!! The JA Mashuuko Festival will take place again this year! There will be stage events, a fun lottery, a milk drinking contest, and a limited sale of hand-made fresh soba, along with plenty of delicious local products and pottery✨ Of course, there will also be food trucks🚚 JA Mashuuko Festival Date: Saturday, August 29, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM Location: 3-7-12 Chuo, Teshikagacho, Kawakami District, Hokkaido (A-Coop Teshikaga) Contents: Sale of local specialties, food trucks, various events, etc. We invite everyone to come and join us☺️ Organized by: Mashuuko Agricultural Cooperative (JA Mashuuko) https://www.jamashuuko.or.jp/news/2430/...

【Training Information】 Are you interested in learning about sustainable tourism? In Teshikagacho, we promote "sustainable tourism" under the slogan "To the city you want to go, to the city you want to live in," ensuring happiness for both residents and visitors. This autumn, we will hold four seminars on sustainable tourism. Each seminar is designed to be accessible, enjoyable, and practical. All are free, so we invite you to take this opportunity to participate. Seminar Overview ■ October 5 (Mon) - 7 (Wed) for three days GSTC Sustainable Tourism Training ■ October 13 (Tue) from 1 PM to 4 PM Diversity in Food Seminar & Cooking Workshop ■ November 17 (Tue) from 1 PM to 4:30 PM Cross-Cultural Communication Seminar with JAL Flight Attendants ■ December 1 (Tue) from 10 AM to 4 PM Sustainable Training for Accommodations and Tourist Facilities For details on each seminar, please check below. https://www.masyuko.or.jp/news/seminar_2026/...

The JA Lake Mashu Festival 2026 will be held this year! There will be stage events, a fun lottery, a milk drinking contest, and limited sales of handmade new soba, along with many delicious local products and pottery✨ Of course, there will also be food trucks!🚚 The JA Lake Mashu Festival Date: Saturday, August 29, 2026, from 11 AM to 4 PM Location: 3 Chome-7-12 Chuo, Teshikaga (A Coop Teshikaga) Content: Sale of local specialties, food trucks, and various events We invite everyone to join us!🥰💫 Organized by: Lake Mashu Agricultural Cooperative (JA Lake Mashu) #Teshikaga #Teshikaga #Kawayu Onsen #Hokkaido #Hokkaido

The 43rd Nishiokoppe Festival will be held on Sunday, August 30th! It will take place from 10 AM to 3 PM at Nishiokoppe Forest Park. (In case of rain, it will be held at the Nishiokoppe Village Indoor Multipurpose Gymnasium behind Seicomart.) ◇Stage Events✨ Influencer, singer, and actress "Kopi" will be performing, along with a live performance by the amateur band "Nise'z," and music from the Nishinaka Wind Ensemble and the Nishiokoppe Uenshiri Taiko Drum Group. ◇Master of Ceremonies Once again, Kana Morino from HBC Asahikawa Broadcasting will be the host🎤 ◇Lumberjack Competition Participants will compete in cutting logs quickly! We are currently accepting participants! ◇Drink-Bang-Bang-Born Contest This year marks the third time for the competition where participants drink locally sourced grass-fed milk and pop balloons🥛 We are also looking forward to your applications! ◇Grand Lottery One lottery ticket will be given to each visitor. You have a chance to win local specialties and luxurious prizes🎁 ◇Food and Drink Sales, Booths by Local Businesses In addition to selling food, drinks, deer leather crafts, and used books, there will be many booths such as festival stalls and tea ceremony corners. We hope you enjoy exploring every corner of the venue! We sincerely look forward to welcoming many visitors. #Nishiokoppe Village #Nishiokoppe Festival #August 30th #Setoushi-kun #Summer

Reiwa 8 Summer Special Exhibition "Bungo-Ono's Place of Learning" ❚ Until October 4, Reiwa 8 The Reiwa 8 Summer Special Exhibition "Bungo-Ono's Place of Learning" is being held at the Bungo-Ono City Museum Geopark Museum in Mie Town, Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture. This exhibition allows you to explore the history of education in Bungo-Ono through historical materials carefully preserved at the museum from the Edo period to before World War II. In Reiwa 7, all elementary and junior high schools in the city became integrated schools, marking a new milestone in the community's education system. This exhibition invites you to reflect on the educational memories that have nurtured children at a time when the shape of schools is about to change significantly. 【Period】Until October 4 (Sunday), Reiwa 8 【Location】Bungo-Ono City Museum Geopark Museum (881 Uchida, Mie Town) 【Opening Hours】9 AM to 5 PM 【Closed】Mondays and holidays (September 21-23) 【Admission Fee】Free ■■Access from Fukuoka Prefecture and Kumamoto Prefecture to the center of Bungo-Ono City■■■ Approximately 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station, Fukuoka Prefecture Approximately 2 hours by car from JR Kumamoto Station, Kumamoto Prefecture Approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes by car from JR Beppu Station, Oita Prefecture Approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes by car from JR Yufuin Station, Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Introducing tourist attractions and recommended spots in Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■

Kushiro River Kawamachi Jumbo Rally in Teshikagacho THE Riverside The event will be held for three days on August 18 (Tuesday), 19 (Wednesday), and 22 (Saturday) at the Kushiro River Interaction Plaza in Teshikagacho. There will be plenty of activities for everyone from children to adults, including ride events, river play, and treasure hunting! It's an event where people from inside and outside the town can interact and experience the charm of Teshikagacho. Schedule ■August 18 (Tuesday) 15:00 - 20:30 Experience enjoying rivers and water / Oni Kiri Cyan LIVE / Watermelon smashing / Makomo steaming experience / Sparkler fireworks, etc. ■August 19 (Wednesday) 13:00 - 20:00 Fish touch pool / Watermelon smashing / Kushiro River Sparkling Operation / Makomo steaming experience, etc. ■August 22 (Saturday) 10:00 - 20:00 Disaster prevention experience / Water battle & watermelon smashing / Oni Kiri Cyan LIVE / Dance performance, etc. The "Kushiro River Sparkling Operation" starting at 15:00 on the 19th is free to participate with a capacity of 20 people! Participants will receive a 1,000 yen gift certificate for Lake Mashu products 🎁 Please check the flyer for more details. We look forward to your participation!

The 33rd Sugao Stone Buddha Fire Festival ❚ Held on August 23, 2026 The "Sugao Stone Buddha Fire Festival" will take place at Sugao Stone Buddha Front Square in Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture. Starting with sacred rituals and Buddhist ceremonies in the evening, the festival will be filled with exciting taiko performances, kagura, and torch throwing, creating a lively atmosphere as night falls. One of the highlights is the "Rooster Imitation Contest," inspired by local legends. Participants don handmade costumes (though costumes are not required) and showcase their unique performances imitating rooster sounds in a fun event. Enjoy the nostalgic and rich atmosphere of this fire festival at the venue. 【Date】Sunday, August 23, 2026 【Location】Sugao Stone Buddha Front Square (Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture) 【Parking】Parking is available in front of Sugao Elementary School (a free shuttle taxi will operate to the venue) 【Event Schedule】 15:00 Sacred rituals and Buddhist ceremonies 15:10 Oni Welcoming 15:20 Opening Ceremony and Mochi Throwing 15:30 Toyokai Taiko 16:00 Rooster Imitation Contest 17:00 Torch Throwing 18:00 Okubata Kagura 20:00 End ▶ Rooster Imitation Contest Participants Wanted 【Participation Fee】Free (Participation prizes available) 【Application Deadline】Thursday, August 20, 2026 【Prizes】1st place: 30,000 yen; 2nd place: 20,000 yen; 3rd place: 10,000 yen in gift certificates 【Additional Prize】Roadside Station Mie gift certificate Applications can be made through the Sugao Regional Promotion Council 【Organizer and Contact Information】 Sugao Regional Promotion Council TEL: 090-7455-4739 ❚ What is the Sugao Stone Buddha Fire Festival? It is organized by local residents to promote regional revitalization and raise awareness of the Sugao rock-carved Buddha. The "Rooster Imitation Contest" is based on local legends. According to the legend, an oni (demon) that had settled in the area demanded, "Give me a village girl as a bride!" The troubled village chief consulted a monk, who told the oni, "If you carve five stone Buddhas into the cliff in one night, I will give you a daughter as a bride; if not, you must leave the village." Concerned villagers went to check at night and found the oni carving the fifth statue. They had the village's rooster imitation master imitate a rooster's crow, tricking the oni into thinking it was morning, causing it to flee. ■■ 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 ■■■■■■■■■■■■