【 Towns where you can meet red-crowned cranes, Taiki Town 】 In Taiki Town, there are many red-crowned cranes, a special natural monument of the country. The most common season is autumn, just around this time. You can often see them looking for food in the fields after the crops have been harvested. The location gives the impression that it is more common on the sea side than on the mountain side. Please look for it! By the way, the small bird in the middle of the first photo is not a red-crowned crane, but a crowned crane. It is also attractive that various kinds of creatures can be seen together in Taiki Town ✨

【Autumn Taiki Town 2024】 Period, beautiful Autumn leaves can be seen in Taiki Town. Spots that are especially recommended are "Keiseki Bridge", "Sakashita Senkyo", and "Hakurin Park" in the city center. ★ Kashiwa Trivia Kashiwa, a tree in the towns of Taiki Town, is a tree that represents Tokachi, and it is said that oak forests used to spread everywhere in Tokachi, but they were lost as settlement progressed. Many of the oak trees that remain in this area even now are large and magnificent, and the oak trees in Hakurin Park are said to be 100 to 200 years old. By the way, the leaves of Autumn leaves do not fall off when they wither, they remain on the branches until Spring comes beyond the winter and fresh greenery appears.

Title: Paddling the Valleys I photographed a small boat going down the Hozu Gorge from the Hozukyo Observation decks in Kyoto. Shot with a telephoto 400mm, further cropped and enlarged. Shooting date: September 13

I took this photo in mid-August in the nearby river Nakasu! The model is also me! I used a slow shutter to stop the stream of the river and reflect it further.

8/17(Saturday) National Mountain stream Fishing Tournament 🎣🔥 It's the topic 💪 of fishing competitions again Today, the National Mountain Stream Fishing Tournament was held in 🤩 at the Mikasho River, a tributary of the Gokase River This is 👏 the second time following last year Many participants, including about 70 children and 100 adults, gathered at the 😚 Sankasho River As I thought at the fishing tournament in Kuraoka, fishing is an Activities for men and women of all ages. A lot of people are really enjoying it, and it's 😳✨ wonderful By the way, this time too, the children ands 😆 fish What! It is said that eels are mixed, so both children and adults watching the game are enthusiastic 🔥🔥🔥 I'll definitely pick it up and come back! 🤣 After the great excitement, there was a weigh-in and and an award ceremony 🏆✨ Mass prizes were awarded to 1~3rd place, and other big prizes were and 🙌 The first place winner caught 4.16 kg 🎉👏 A little fish 😲 for 2 2L PET bottles! 👏 Congratulations 😆💕 on winning the championship In addition, the big prize is a second-year junior high school student! I caught a big 34 cm fish and won a prize 🤩 Where was such a big fish lurking!? congratulations🥳👏 Premiums will be held 🫢 in the lottery after that. Adult and children are both smiling and the fishing tournament is over 🙌 Obon and fishing tournaments are over, and it's starting to get cooler little by little... When it's hot, you want summer to end early, but when you feel the end, it's 😌 sad Let's not succumb to Obon fatigue and heat fatigue and continue 🕺✨ to be healthy after this

8/15 (Thursday) Kuraoka District Fishing Tournament 🎣🔥 Today, (Thursday) 8/15, we and 👏 a fishing tournament in the Kuraoka area It is said 🐟 that about 350 kg of Yamame and Rainbow trout were released together The event started with 🥳 a fishing class for children The children swallowed really quickly, and the Adult watching around them said, "Wow, you're good ~ ... The point of throwing it in is also perfect..." 🤣🤣🤣 The fish caught by the children was grilled and eaten as soon as they could eat it Fresh 🤤💕 the fish they caught themselves must have 🥰 been delicious After that, it's a fishing tournament 💪 for Adults! Veterans who are familiar with the points and tips that can be caught were fishing one after another, as 😯👏 expected ... It was too early to put the fish away, so I couldn't 😂 capture it well While the Adult are seriously engaged in fishing, a catching contest Subject children is also Held in ... 🫳🐟 Some 😂 families had to grab the slimy fish until the fish was gone, and then take it home with a plastic bag full Children in the upper grades of elementary school ~ junior high school seem to be resistant to slimy, so it was 🤭✨ interesting that the small children bravely caught it Adult nets were full of fish by the time we went 🤣 around noon The event ended with a raffle for 👏 luxurious prizes such as sweets, daily necessities, and Sake It must have 😌🌻 been a good summer memory for the participants of the "Fishing Tournament", 🎣✨ a summery event that can be enjoyed with the family at the end of Obon

【Miyazaki Prefecture Gokase Towns Experience】Rental Tent Sauna Enjoy the Nature of Gokase in the Tent Sauna! You can rent a tent Sauna in Gokase Towns. Why don't you enjoy the Sauna whenever you want, where you want, with your favorite friends? Assembling a tent Sauna is easy! The stove is also made of iron, so the temperature Gari rises in no time! In addition, you can also do a roulu and refresh your mind and body! You can read more about how to assemble a tent Sauna on @kikor_i78 Mr./Ms.'s Instagram. Please experience "Toto" in Gokase! <Fee> Tent & Stove Rental ・Weekdays 10,000 yen / Holidays 12,000 yen ・ Trim chair 500 yen < Contact> ・Instagram: @kikor_i78 ・Phone: 070-2381-0320 (available only at 17~19)

【Miyazaki Prefecture Gokase Towns Experience】Soyosa Lake SUP Experience This is a half-day plan to go around the beautiful Dam Lake surrounded by the greenery of "Suyang Gorge" by SUP. Even first-timers can enjoy it with confidence. Restrooms available along the way! 　※Implementation period: April ~ October <Fee> ・Adult (junior high school students and older) 6,000 yen ・Elementary school students: 4,500 yen ・ Dog (dog) 1,500 yen 　* Elementary school students must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. 　* THE PARTICIPATION FEE INCLUDES ACCIDENT INSURANCE PREMIUMS AND SUP EQUIPMENT RENTAL FEES. <Meeting place and time> ・Meeting time 　1st meeting 9:30 ~ 12:00 dismissal 　2nd meeting 13:00 ~ 15:30 dismissal ・Meeting point 　Yamato Towns, Kamimashiki District, Kumamoto Prefecture (Yamato Towns Soyo Branch) 　(500 Yamato Towns, Kamimashiki-gun, Kumamoto Prefecture) < application> Nature Kawajin (Email: ag1967@gray.plala.or.jp)

【Gokase Towns Experience, Miyazaki Prefecture】Soyosa Canoe Experience This is a half-day plan to take a leisurely canoe tour around the beautiful Dam Lake surrounded by the greenery of "Suyang Gorge". Even first-timers can enjoy it with confidence. Restrooms available along the way! ※Implementation period: March ~ November <Fee> ・ Adult (junior high school students and above) 6,000 yen ・Elementary school students: 4,500 yen ・Infant 2,500 yen ・ Dog (dog) 1,500 yen 　* Infants from about 2 years old, infants and elementary school students must be accompanied by a guardian. 　* The participation fee includes accident insurance premiums and canoe equipment rental fees. <Meeting place and time> ・Meeting time 【1st time】9:30 meeting ~ 12:00 dismissal 【2nd time】13:00 meeting ~ 15:30 dismissal ・Meeting point 　Yamato Towns, Kamimashiki District, Kumamoto Prefecture "Yamato Towns Soyo Branch" (500 Yamato Towns, Kamimashiki-gun, Kumamoto Prefecture) < application> Nature Kawajin (Email: ag1967@gray.plala.or.jp)

8/4 (Sun) Rekifune River Festival Held in! Held in on August 4th, a major summer events in Taiki Town, the Rekifune River Festival. Mr./Ms. has a lot of fun events during the day, such as character shows, raffles, shops, gold panning experiences, and mabe fishing! In the evening, towards the climax of the festival, there will be a Perpune fire Festival and a impressive fireworks tournament where pillar torches that seem to reach the heavens will burn. Date & Time: 8/4 (Sun) 11:00~ Location: Rekifune River Taikibashi upstream riverbed 【Stage Events Schedule】 11:00‐11:10 Opening Ceremony　 11:20‐11:50 Taiki Town Street Dance Circle　 12:00‐12:50 Kamen Rider Gatchado & Geets 13:00-14:10 Taiki Town Japan-Taiwan Friendship Association "Lychee Seed Tobashi Tournament" 14:20-15:10 Kamen Rider Gatchado & Geets 15:40‐16:20 Keishi Tanaka 16:30‐17:30 Fun lottery 19:10‐19:20 Hikatagawa Drum 18:00‐19:10 Hoto, Perpune Fire Festival 19:30‐21:00 Doshin Fireworks Festival　

It is a hankai grass that blooms in a mountain stream. I tried to express the stream of water with a slow shutter.

【Cycling Guide Tour ~ Night Tour 1 Night Plan & Forest Road Activity Plan ~】 On the first day, Cycling to the farm to harvest vegetables. The harvested vegetables are handed over to the BBQ specialists. Enjoy Sake in the Toyo Terrace of the inn place and enjoy an exquisite Barbecue Course dinner! On the second day, Activities were held at the Notanohira CampGround. Walk to Daimyojinbuchi (Pothole) and play in the river for Adult. After that, return to Notanohira CampGround to experience making paella. Put Many seafood in a large pot and cook it with Rice. While enjoying the exquisite paella, we had a relaxing time at the campsite. Over the course of two days, you can fully enjoy the charm of Toyooka Village's food, scenery, and activities. Toyooka Travel Time accepts applications for such tours at any time. We will create a tailor-made tour that combines the contents of Toyooka Village according to you, so please contact us! ■ Inquiries Toyooka Travel Time 0265-49-3395 (9:00~18:00)

IZU GLAMPING RESORT Ishiki 385 It is a luxury Restrooms available glamping facilities that suddenly appears in the Nature of Nishi-Izu. A 500-year-old Yoshino cedar sacred tree sits on the main deck, where you can enjoy private BBQ and bonfires. The internet environment is also in place, so it is ideal for workation. Plunge into the Clear streams on the premises in the 100°C Sauna and adjust your body while admiring the starry sky. We will provide you with the best extraordinary space. ■Address 385 Isshiki, Nishi-Izu Town, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka ■ Phone 0558-36-4200

WASABI VILLAGE - Adult's Secret Base It is a glamping facility where you can enjoy the four seasons and the starry sky in Nature with the theme of "Secret Base for Adults". Accommodating up to 6 people, the mobile House has a wooden deck, BBQ grill and Swedish wood-burning open-air bath. ■Address Ukusu, Nishi-Izu Town, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka 2745-1 Sagano ■ Phone 0558-36-3773

◆Mibusawa Fudo Falls◆ It is a beautiful waterfall with a drop of about 17 meters and falls in a straight line. Since ancient times, it has been revered as sacred water, and has been used as a place for practitioners to practice and purify. Fudo Myo, who stands on the left facing the waterfall, is said to have been solicited from Mt. Narita in Shimousa Province in the eighteenth year of Kyoho (1733), and it is said that the waterfall attracted people's worship, and the festival was crowded with many Worshippers from nearby towns. Tradition of begging for rain also remains. The two stone Buddhas standing in front of the statue of Fudo Myō are Kongara Doji (left) and Seitaka Doji (right), which were erected to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the solicitation in 1934. At this time, the Silkworm Jade God (Golden Princess), the Matsuo Taseko Song Monument, and the Monument (Kitahara Shinzan Shosho) were also erected at the same time. Gift 5th Place: Matsuo Taseko Sword Self-Chanting 　Mansei Mao Never Lost Kana Renya Mifusawa Noh Taki no Shirai Nobori Guuri Kaheshi Miyako 　(Yorozuyomo Constant Nagareya Mibusawa no Taki no Shirai and Repeating) ●Details of Mibusawa Fudo Falls ・Parking lot 　Several cars can be parked on the side of the road. ・Toilet 　without ・Other 　From the parking lot, walk along the Promenade for about 5 minutes. ・Inquiries 　Toyooka Travel Time (0265-49-3395)

Nishina River It is known as a clear streams that preserves nature, and during the season, it is crowded with anglers such as Yamame and sweetfish fishing. It can be purchased at fishing tackle stores in In the town. In addition, during the season when sweetfish fry go upstream, you can also enjoy Sea bass fishing near the mouth of the Nishina River. How do you like it? a challenge? 【Fishing Information】 03/01~10/31 Mountain stream fishing (Yamame, Amago) 06/01~12/31 Sweetfish fishing (bait fishing 8/10~) 06/01~09/30 Eel 06/01~03/31 Squid * If you want to fish, you need a recreational fishing license. 【Ayu Fishing Recreational Fishing Fee】 One-day ticket: 1,000 yen / One-year: 6,000 yen 【Mountain stream fishing (bait fishing, tenkara, lure fishing) recreational fishing fee】 One-day ticket: 1,000 yen / One-year: 6,000 yen 【Squid Fishing Recreational Fishing Fee】 One-day ticket: 300 yen / One year: 2,000 yen ■Address Nishina, Nishi-Izu Town, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka

\Canoeing experience in Nayoro City, Hokkaido/ Nayoro City is streamed by the Teshiogawa River, which is a Hokkaido heritage site. The Tenshio River, which is the fourth longest river in Japan, is one of the attractions of the magnificent scenery surrounded by untouched nature. Why don't you take a relaxing canoe ride on the Tenshio River? It's a guided tour with rental items, so both beginners and kids can enjoy it! Period: June ~ September For inquiries, please contact: NPO Nayoro Sightseeing & Town Planning Association (01654-9-6711) If you want to enjoy the outdoors and activities, please come and visit!

The Hidaka River, which streams through the Dragon God district of Wakayama Prefecture, and hydrangeas added color.

I went to photograph the waterfall, but I couldn't help but be fascinated. The moss and greenery that are densely attached to the entire tree are easy on the eyes and soothing.

It is the morning of the Koza River in Wakayama Prefecture. It was a quiet time with fresh greenery and morning haze.

Nayoro Tourism Volunteer Association Workshop 【Exploring the mountains and Sansai in spring】 At the Nayoro Sightseeing volunteer Association, we will hold a workshop to take a walk in the forest of the city with a guide and collect Sansai and cook it during this Spring season! The participation fee is 1,500 yen and the capacity is limited to 25 people, so if you would like to participate, please ♪ apply as soon as possible Applications can be made by e-mail. MAIL:nayoro-volunteer@nayoro-kankou.com * When applying by e-mail, please enter the following information. (1) Name (furigana) (2) Date of birth (3) Phone number (4) Address (5) Allergies, etc. ◆Notes◆ (1) Sansai harvesting baskets, scissors, and cooking utensils are available for rent. (2) Please dress according to the weather. It is desirable to wear clothes that cover the skin. (3) We do not provide dishes other than Sansai, so we recommend that you Bring your own with light meals such as rice balls. (5) Reception on the day of the event will be held from 8:45 a.m. Hot spring in front of the Sun Pillar Barbecue House. For more information and to apply, please see the flyer!

Clear streams in Wakayama Prefecture were canoeed down the river, and many people were enjoying the fresh green season.

The remaining snow Zao mountain ranges and Ichimoku Senbonzakura It is a famous place for cherry blossoms that has been selected as a "100 best cherry blossom viewing spots land" in Japan. About 1,200 cherry blossom trees stretch along the banks of the Shiroishi River for about 8 km, and in 2023 (Reiwa 5), we were able to celebrate exactly 100 years since the tree was planted. I took this photo in the same place last year, and no matter how many times I visit, the scenery is still exciting.

Shiraishi River Embankment Ichimoku Senbonzakura Rows of cherry blossom trees along the Shiroishi River and the Zao mountain ranges with residual snow I have seen various rows of cherry blossom trees, but the cherry blossom trees that stretch for 8 kilometers along the Shiroishi River were a masterpiece.

It starts from the J raft descent in Kitayama Village, an enclave in Wakayama Prefecture, from Golden Week. Please enjoy this spectacular view and thrill.

■Cycling Guide Tour■ 【 Cycling × River Play × Take-out Lunch × Refresh 】 Forest Road Activity Plan ~Forest bathing while running along the forest road along the mountain stream! An exciting thrilling adventure plan to refresh yourself by playing in the river~ Exciting and exciting cycling on bumpy roads that you don't usually run! A natural water slide awaits you at your destination! After enjoying playing in the river, enjoy a take-out lunch in the ♪ village You can refresh your mind and body with an extraordinary experience. Cycling is an E-BIKE (electrically assisted bicycle), so Slope is easy ♪ Even if you are not used to riding a bicycle, you can enjoy it with peace of mind because a cycling guide will accompany you. We will run on paved road sections and unpaved road (gravel roads) sections! You can also play on a natural water slide! Take-out lunch by the river (fruit sandwich, etc.) Guide description Take-out Lunch Spend a relaxing time while looking at the Sabo Dam [ Plan Details ] Period Late May ~ End of August (September ~ November negotiable) Time required, distance, meeting time, start time ●Time required: about 3~4 hours - Mileage: less than 10 km ●Meeting time: 10:00 - Start time: 10:30 * Bicycle fitting, how to use, how to wear a helmet, etc. It is necessary to explain safety in advance and take time for a test drive. Please be sure to arrive 15 minutes before the meeting time (around 9:45). Number of participants Minimum 2 people, maximum 5 people (consultation required for 5 or more people) Eligibility and Fees (tax included) 【Eligibility】 Healthy people who are at least 120 centimeters tall and can ride a bicycle 【Fee (tax included)】 Adult (junior high school students and above) 7,000 yen Children (elementary school students with a height of 120 centimeters or more) 5,000 yen Schedule (flow of the day) (1) Toyooka travel time meeting and preparation 10:00 (advance explanation, bicycle fitting, payment) (2) Move to the starting point around 10:30 (please move by private car) (3) Cycling starts: Around 10:45 ~Enjoy on-site activities (enjoy Take-out lunch)~ (5) Return to the starting point around 14:00 (6) Return to Toyooka travel time and dismiss around 14:15 Precautions for participation [About the course] This course is for beginners. There is a paved road section and an unpaved road (gravel road) section. Even if you don't usually ride a bicycle, you will be guided by a guide. For safety management, please be sure to follow the instructions of the guide. [About rental bikes] ●E-BIKE (electrically power assisted bicycle) We recommend a mountain bike type with thick tires and a sense of stability. There are no electrically power assisted bicycles for children. ● Sport bikes We recommend gravel and mountain bike types with thick tires and a sense of stability. ● Junior bikes (20 inches, 24 inches) We recommend a mountain bike type with thick tires and a sense of stability. = Please refer to the following for size development and lineup = ・《E-BIKE》 ・《Sport Bike》 ・《Junior Bike》 【About Take-out Lunch】 Use a take-out lunch made with local ingredients. If you have any food allergies or items that you cannot eat, please be sure to let us know when you make a reservation. [About equipment and facilities that can be rented] ・Helmet / Gloves / Saddle cover / Hem band / One-touch tarp / Life jacket ・Lockers (free. Complete in the Toyooka Travel Time Inside the facility) ・Shower (Fee required. Complete in the Toyooka Travel Time Inside the facility) 【What to bring and what to wear】 ・Identification card (driver's license, health insurance card, etc.) ・ Clothes that are easy to move in (pants with a small hem spread are recommended) ・ Change of clothes / towel (If you go inside to play in the river, you need a change of clothes / towel) ・Shoes that can get dirty (sandals and high-heeled shoes are not allowed to participate) ・ Backpack (to put your own luggage) ・ Warm clothes (it may get cold because you will go into the mountains) ・Drinks Reservations, Inquiries, Meeting Points 【How to make a reservation】 Please make a reservation online or by Phone at least one week before the desired date. * If there is no guide, we may not be able to respond. Thank you for your understanding. 【Inquiries and meeting place】 〒399-3202 12407 Kumashiro, Shimoina-gun Toyooka Village Kuma Shiro, Nagano Prefecture Toyooka Tourism Association and Yooka Travel Time 0265-49-3395 （9：00～18：00）

There were many carp streamers raised in the Tanyu River, which flows through Kudoyama Town, Wakayama Prefecture, and they were swimming comfortably in the spring breeze.

- Outdoor Field in Taiki Town - A video introducing the charm of Taiki Town's nature and outdoor activities has been completed, mainly produced by the local revitalization cooperation team in charge of outdoor activities in Taiki Town! Bird watching, fishing, gold panning, Japanese smelt fishing, and many other activities that can be enjoyed in Taiki Town throughout the year are introduced. It is Publication on Taiki Town's official YouTube, so please search for it!

It is a western mustard that blooms along the embankment of the Kino River, a first-class river in Wakayama Prefecture.

Spring MAX! This one captures the dynamic sky, cherry blossoms, reflections, and flower rafts on a spring day in the best location last year. Uda City, Nara Prefecture April 2023