April 14th This morning, Azumino is beautifully clear According to the forecast, the weather seems to deteriorate in the evening, so if you want to enjoy the cherry blossoms, today is the day Have fun in the countryside of Azumino!!

On April 13th the cherry blossom trees along the Hotaka River, where the early spring song monument is located, have started to shed their petals... You can enjoy the picturesque scenery of Azumino, featuring cherry blossoms, wasabi fields, and the Northern Alps.

April 13 Azumino Cherry Blossom Blooming Information The cherry blossoms at the famous spot in Azumino, Mount Hikarujo, are in full bloom!! This year, they reached the summit in no time. The cherry blossoms on Mount Hikarujo are planted along the hiking trail, blooming like a "rising dragon" from the trailhead to the summit♪ Please be careful as parking is limited for those driving!

This year's cherry blossoms are coming to an end👀✨ In the end, I encountered the gently swaying weeping cherry blossoms against a backdrop of blue sky. Watching the petals flutter down makes me feel a bit lonely, but I'm glad I could capture this moment in a photo... The seasons pass quickly, but I think I will keep this spring scenery in my heart forever. Thank you for this year's cherry blossoms🌸

Kikuchi Gorge in Kikuchi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, opens on April 1st, showcasing vibrant fresh greenery. A beautiful natural landscape of streams and forests. With deep greens and clear flowing waters, it offers healing to visitors and represents a prominent tourist spot in Kikuchi City, Kumamoto Prefecture. This place allows you to feel the mysteries of nature throughout the four seasons. The average water temperature is 13 degrees year-round. In spring, enjoy fresh greenery; in summer, a cool retreat; and in autumn, the beautiful foliage. It has been selected as one of Japan's Top 100 Forest Bathing Areas, Top 100 Famous Waters, and Top 100 Waterfalls, among others. Covered with natural broadleaf trees, you can enjoy seasonal wildflowers. Breathtaking views of waterfalls, cobalt blue streams, and primeval forests await. The fresh greenery in spring is stunning, making it a popular spot for photography enthusiasts. The walking paths are well-maintained, allowing you to feel the clear streams up close. There is also a glass-enclosed rest area where you can enjoy the view from the terrace, and light snacks and souvenirs are available for purchase. As of April 1, 2026, parking will be free. On weekends and holidays, a sightseeing shared taxi is available, making it a convenient and economical option. Kikuchi Gorge, filled with the charm of beautiful nature and clear streams, is perfect for hiking and walking, providing a refreshing experience for both body and mind. https://kikuchikanko.ne.jp/archives/featured/kikuchikeikoku...

We look forward to everyone's participation in the following tours and experiences. 【*Spring session fully booked, summer and autumn spots available*】'Mt. Kamegamori Flower Watching Tour' Images 1-8 - Observe seasonal subalpine plants with a guide - Enjoy safe and secure private bus transportation - Experience the changing vegetation while traveling up to an elevation of about 1700m. - Take commemorative photos at scenic points - Stroll leisurely along paved paths and enjoy the mountain air easily. Date and Time: May 7th (Thursday) Spring session fully booked August 19th (Wednesday), 20th (Thursday) Summer session October 7th (Wednesday), 8th (Thursday), 21st (Wednesday) Autumn session Tour Fee: 8,900 yen Payment on the day of the tour, cash only (Includes: bus operation fee, guide fee, accident insurance, lunch) Each day from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM (*Gathering at 8:35 AM, reception at the Saijo City Tourist Exchange Center next to iyosaijou station*) Capacity: 20 participants per session on a first-come, first-served basis (minimum number of participants is 15) Application Deadline: 14 days before each tour date 【*A few spots left*】 'Experience the Aroma of the Forest with Kuromoji' Images 9-11 - Enjoy part of the extraction process of Kuromoji essential oil and distillate, as well as a silk scarf dyeing experience - High-quality Japanese essential oil, distillate, and silk scarf extracted from just 1.5ml from 1kg of branches and leaves will be souvenirs - Relax in the noble aroma of the forest at the foot of the mountain Date and Time: May 18th (Monday), June 15th (Monday) Tour Fee: 6,000 yen, payment on the day of the tour, cash only (Includes: instructor fee, lunch) From 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM (*Gathering at 9:50 AM, reception at the Ishizuchi Nature and Living Research Room (former Ooboki Clinic)*) Capacity: 8 participants per session on a first-come, first-served basis (minimum number of participants is 4) Application Deadline: 10 days before each tour date Contact and Application Information (General Incorporated Association) Saijo City Tourism and Products Association Registered travel agency No. 3-201 by the Ehime Prefectural Governor Phone: 0897-56-2605 FAX: 0897-47-3733 #Tour #Nature #Ishizuchi #Plants #Stroll #Subalpine #Foot of the Mountain #Scenic View #Guide #Essential Oil #Distillate #Floral Water #Kuromoji

April 12 Cherry blossoms blooming in Azumino In the background, the Northern Alps The vibrant spring of Azumi Plain

April 12 Azumino Cherry Blossom Blooming Information The cherry blossom trees along Kurosawagawa are in full bloom!! The cherry blossom path extends for about 1 km Although the riverbank is a bit rough, it's a pleasant stroll along the trees.

On April 12th The warmth lately has made the flowering peach bloom... Usually, it happens after the cherry blossoms... Right now, Azumino is truly a riot of flowers This area is near Daio Wasabi Farm.

April 12th Azumino Cherry Blossom Blooming Information Weeping cherry trees along the foothills of Azumino Single cherry trees in Kitakokura, Tadai, and Minami-Kokura All have passed their peak and are beginning to fall...

Cherry blossoms can be seen all over the country, but... wasabi flowers can be enjoyed in Azumino! You can encounter the delicate white flowers in the wasabi fields of Azumino!

The opening day of Forest Park is just around the corner! It will open on Wednesday, April 29th, at 9:00 AM! 🎉 This year, there will be no events during the Golden Week period, but on the opening day, all playground equipment will be available for just 100 yen per use, so please come and enjoy! The tent sites will take a little longer to prepare until the grass is ready. *Expected to open around late May. - 【Nishiokoppe Forest Park】 From April 29th (Wednesday, holiday) to October 18th (Sunday) *Open every day during this period. 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM Parking available (free) #Open #GW #Playground equipment 100 yen

It's the perfect day for a drive🌸 Wherever you go, the cherry blossoms are beautiful, making you want to stop and take photos📸 Enjoying spring with my beloved car✨️

Toyama Castle Park is widely regarded as one of Japan’s most picturesque locations for enjoying cherry blossoms, blending natural beauty with deep historical significance. The park surrounds Toyama Castle, whose origins date back to the Sengoku period, when it functioned as a strategic stronghold under regional rulers. Although the original castle was lost to time, the present structure symbolizes Toyama’s feudal heritage and now serves as a cultural landmark within the city. The cherry‑blossom experience becomes especially memorable when viewed from a quiet, slow‑moving boat gliding along the castle moat. From this serene vantage point, visitors can fully appreciate the delicate fragrance of the blossoms, while petals occasionally drift down and gently settle around them. This harmony of history, landscape, and sensory richness creates a tranquil atmosphere that offers a timeless and deeply rewarding hanami experience.

A pink shower falls from the sky 🌸 The Soto Ohno Weeping Cherry Blossom, over 300 years old is a famous tree associated with Mito Mitsukuni, and it was stunningly beautiful again this year. Spending time facing this cherry blossom in the quiet mountains is truly a luxury✨️

Welcome to the 4th edition! Day 5: February 8, Sunday 9:00 AM Pono 118 10:20 AM AEON MALL Okinawa Rycom / Pokémon Center 3:00 PM Sairaiin Daruma Temple 4:20 PM Tomari Port Fish Market 5:30 PM Parco City 10:30 PM Luana Lea Hotel

Introducing Our Sponsors: The 15th Teshikaga Photo Contest The award-winning works of the 15th Teshikaga Photo Contest have been announced, and each winner has received a prize. This Teshikaga Photo Contest is held with the cooperation of local businesses in Teshikaga. We will gradually introduce our sponsoring companies on the official Teshikaga Navi Instagram. (In no particular order) This time, we are featuring Sarashina Confectionary‼︎📝 Teshikaga Navi has a wealth of information, so please take a look✨ Thank you, Sarashina Confectionary, for your support of this event🙇🛶 We look forward to your continued support of the Teshikaga Photo Contest and Teshikaga Navi.

Azumino Cherry Blossom Blooming Information The cherry blossoms at the bicycle square are in full bloom. Today, Mt. Jonen was beautifully visible, allowing us to enjoy a quartet of cherry blossoms, shibazakura (moss phlox), fresh greenery, and the Northern Alps. For those coming by car, the area on the east side of the shooting spot tends to get crowded, so it might be better to use the parking lot on the west side.

Melting into the dark night, the weeping cherry blossoms 🌸 This year, the Jizo Zakura in Konamase has once again displayed its magnificent beauty. Let this overwhelming sense of scale be conveyed!

Event Announcement 📣 This is an event where you can ride a bicycle on unpaved roads amidst the magnificent nature of Tokachi 🚴‍♀️🚴 You can choose between a short course suitable for beginners and a middle course for experienced riders that offers a great challenge. At the aid stations, we will provide local specialties, and after crossing the finish line, you can enjoy a pizza-making experience 🍕 Come ride, savor, and fully enjoy the nature of Tokachi 🤗 📍June 28 (Sunday) [Middle Course] 3 aid stations + a special aid station at the hill climb viewpoint + a pizza-making experience after finishing Location / Start & Finish: Poroshiri Nature Park Address: Takusei-cho Nishi 5-sen, Obihiro City, Hokkaido 7:15 AM – 8:15 AM Registration 8:30 AM Start 2:00 PM Finish 📍June 28 (Sunday) [Short Course] 2 aid stations + a pizza-making experience after finishing Location / Start & Finish: Poroshiri Nature Park Address: Takusei-cho Nishi 5-sen, Obihiro City, Hokkaido 7:15 AM – 8:30 AM Registration 8:45 AM Start 2:00 PM Finish 📍Fees Middle Course (approximately 70 km) 10,000 yen Short Course (approximately 40 km) 7,000 yen 📍Entry Method Please apply through the Sports Entry website. *Please note that registration for the Welcome Ride on June 27 (Saturday) has closed.

Hello everyone, this is the En'emon Folklore Museum. Shosenkyo Gorge has transformed beautifully into spring! 😃✨ The cherry blossoms in the parking lot are in full bloom! 🌸❗️ Despite the recent strong winds, they are blooming vibrantly. 😊 Although many petals have fallen near the entrance by Nagatoro Bridge, the area around Senga Falls is just reaching its peak bloom. 🌸🌸 As various flowers will soon start to bloom one after another, we invite you to come and visit Shosenkyo! 😃 We have a variety of quartz, the birthstone for April, including raw stones, polished crystals, and flower-shaped ones. ✨✨ Please feel free to stop by during your stroll. All of our staff are waiting for you with smiles! 😃

[Notice of the Lifting of Winter Closure for the Kussharo–Lake Mashu Lakeside Line] This is a notice regarding the lifting of the winter closure for the Kussharo–Lake Mashu Lakeside Line. Considering the impact of frozen road surfaces and snowfall during the winter period, the closure of the following section will be lifted as detailed below. "Kussharo–Lake Mashu Lakeside Line (Route 52)" This road leads from Kawayu to the Lake Mashu 3rd Observation Deck. The road will be reopened on the following date: Friday, April 17, 2026, at 10:00 AM <Contact Information> Kushiro Construction Management Department Teshikaga Substation (015-482-2147) https://www.masyuko.or.jp/news/r8dodokaijyo/...

Introducing Our Sponsors: The 15th Teshikaga Photo Contest The winners of the 15th Teshikaga Photo Contest have been announced, and prizes have been awarded to each winner. This Teshikaga Photo Contest is held with the cooperation of local businesses in Teshikagacho. On the official Teshikaga Navi Instagram, we will gradually introduce the sponsoring companies that have kindly supported us. (In no particular order) This time, we would like to introduce the "Northeast Canoe Center"! 📝 Teshikaga Navi has a wide range of information, so please take a look! ✨ Thank you very much to the "Northeast Canoe Center" for your cooperation in this event. 🙇🛶 We look forward to your continued support for the Teshikaga Photo Contest and Teshikaga Navi.

Cherry blossom viewing spots in Iwata City, Shizuoka Prefecture 🌸 A breathtaking view that spreads 360 degrees. ・ ・ ✅ Shishigahana Park ◎ 62-2 Ohira, Iwata City ◎ Parking: Available 📷 Taken on April 2, 2026 🌸

Azumino Cherry Blossom Blooming Information The cherry blossoms at Jōnen Dōsojin are in full bloom. It was chilly in Azumino this morning, but I'm worried about the weather deteriorating starting tomorrow...

Tsubosaka-dera Temple's Sakura Daibutsu April 4, 2026 It was rainy, so there were reflections. This time, parking at Tsubosaka-dera was completely reservation-based, eliminating traffic, and we were able to smoothly reach the parking lot at the reserved time.

[Late April] The sacred tree of Kanazakura Shrine, “Kanazakura,” is in full bloom 🌼 An announcement from Shosenkyo’s local mascot, Shosencat 🐱 Kanazakura Shrine is a deeply mystical shrine often called a power spot. The shrine’s sacred tree, Kanazakura, has long been famous in folk songs as the “money-bearing tree, Kanazakura” 😳 People say that if you worship the cherry blossoms at this season and receive a crystal charm, you will be blessed with good fortune for life ♪ Wanting money? You should definitely come, okay? Come to Shosenkyo for a spring or Golden Week outing! We’ll be waiting!

Photographed today, Wednesday, April 8: the wisteria at san remo park. There are white and purple wisteria trellises; the white is in full bloom while the purple has just begun to open. The azaleas are also coloring up, so please take a look if you are nearby. san remo park Address / Wadahaminamicho (next to Atami Port)

This week’s cherry blossom viewing reference! Cherry blossom bloom report from April 7 to April 8 🌸 ① Shoubu Pilgrimage Cherry Tree An Edohigan cherry tree estimated to be 700 years old. This giant tree stands about 18.2 meters tall, making it quite a sight! It is said to have received its name from its location on an ancient path leading to Togakushi from Koichi. 【Bloom Status】50% Blooming *Photo taken on April 7 【Location】3991 Shoubu, Nagano City ② Kourinji Temple This temple features a weeping cherry tree that is about 300 years old, along with other Somei Yoshino cherry trees. Many people come to photograph the impressive cherry blossoms and the temple. 【Bloom Status】Full Bloom *Photo taken on April 8 【Location】2329 Komatsubara, Shinonoi, Nagano City 【Parking】Available ③ Matsushiro Castle Ruins Matsushiro Castle, the residence of the Sanada clan, features about 100 cherry trees blooming beautifully in the castle grounds from the late Edo period! 【Cherry Blossom Illumination】April 4 (Saturday) to April 13 (Monday) from 18:00 to 21:00 【Bloom Status】Full Bloom *Photo taken on April 8 【Location】44 Matsushiro, Matsushiro-machi, Nagano City 【Parking】Available City-operated Tonemachi Tourist Parking: 7 large buses, 50 regular cars, 2 disabled parking spots Matsushiro Castle North Parking (5-minute walk from the north side of Matsushiro Castle): 10 large buses, 60 regular cars, 2 disabled parking spots ④ Kawanakajima Battlefield Historic Park This is a battlefield famous for the battles between Takeda Shingen and Uesugi Kenshin. Enjoy cherry blossoms with about 100 Somei Yoshino trees at this viewing spot! 【Cherry Blossom Illumination】After blooming until April 11 (Saturday) from 18:00 to 21:00 【Bloom Status】Full Bloom *Photo taken on April 8 【Location】1384-1 Oshimada, Nagano City 【Parking】Available (Expect congestion in the park's parking lot. Please refrain from unauthorized parking at nearby facilities.) ⑤ Shiroyama Park Located next to Zenkoji, this is Nagano City’s premier cherry blossom spot, featuring about 470 Somei Yoshino trees in full bloom. The cherry blossom tunnel during full bloom is incredibly beautiful! 【Bloom Status】Full Bloom *Photo taken on April 8 【Location】Hakoshimizu, Nagano City 【Parking】Available First Parking Lot (155 cars), Second Parking Lot (123 cars), Third Parking Lot (155 cars) 100 yen for the first 20 minutes, plus 100 yen for every additional 20 minutes *Those with a Nagano City Childcare Passport can park for free for up to 2 hours when visiting the park or zoo. ⑥ Sakuradote (Arks) About 60 Somei Yoshino trees line the banks of the Sai River near Arks. 【Bloom Status】Full Bloom *Photo taken on April 8 【Location】1-32 Arks, Nagano City, Nagano Prefecture ⑦ Unjouden About 650 cherry trees bloom along the cherry blossom slope and scenic road leading from behind Zenkoji to Unjouden. Being on a high ground, it offers a panoramic view of the city. 【Bloom Status】Full Bloom *Photo taken on April 8 【Location】1775-3 Hakoshimizu, Nagano City 【Parking】Available *The "Nagano Tourism Net" webpage is currently providing information on cherry blossom bloom in Nagano City! 🌸 Please make use of it as a reference for cherry blossom viewing 🌸 #cherry blossom #cherry blossom viewing #bloom #Nagano City #Nagano tourism

Introduction of Supporting Companies – The 15th Teshikaga Photo Contest The winning entries of the 15th Teshikaga Photo Contest have been announced, and prizes were presented to each winner. This Teshikaga Photo Contest is held with the cooperation of businesses in Teshikaga. On the official Teshikaga Navi Instagram, we will gradually introduce the sponsoring companies that have supported the contest. (In no particular order) This time we introduce Soba Dokoro Fukuzumi‼︎📝Teshikaga Navi carries a wide range of information, so please take a look✨Thank you very much to Soba Dokoro Fukuzumi for supporting this event🙇❣️ We appreciate your continued support for the Teshikaga Photo Contest and for Teshikaga Navi. https://www.masyuko.or.jp/news/photocon_r08/...