Event Announcement📣 On Sunday, September 27th, the 51st Urahoro Furusato Minori Festival will be held! 😊 This event is a grand harvest festival celebrating the autumn bounty of crops. The day will kick off with a spectacular opening show by the Urahoro Junior High School Brass Band and Miracle Beans. ✨ On stage, we will present a musical show featuring Junretsu and Fujii Kaai. 🎵🎵 Additionally, there will be exciting events such as the annual "Minori Maki" (mochi throwing) with luxurious prizes, a thrilling "Autumn Flavor Catching" contest, and a stamp rally with local specialties to win! 😍 There will also be fun activities for children, including firewood splitting, woodworking crafts, and a ride-along experience in a high-altitude work vehicle!‼ Local gourmet foods and food trucks will gather at the venue, allowing you to enjoy delicious menus. Moreover, we will hold a photo campaign where you can win Urahoro local products by submitting photos taken during the festival. We invite you to come with your family and friends! 🤗 【Important Request】About the mochi for Minori Maki The popular "Minori Maki" has seen instances where collected mochi are being discarded in large quantities at garbage stations. This mochi is handmade with care by the townspeople, who put in great effort to prepare it for everyone. We kindly ask that you take the mochi you collect home with you and enjoy it deliciously. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. 🔶Date and Time: September 27, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 3:20 PM *Rain or shine 🔶Venue: Urahoro Forest Park 🔶Parking: Due to congestion in parking areas near the venue, please use the free shuttle bus from Urahoro Town Hall. 🔶Contact: Urahoro Tourism Association TEL: 015-576-2181 (within the Industry Division of the Town Hall) https://www.urahoro.jp/administration/?content=3447...

【Event Participation】We will be exhibiting at "Castle EXPO in Kumamoto 2026"! - Collaborating with the Shimabara Rebellion! - (October 3rd - 4th) We are excited to participate in the festival for castle fans, "Castle EXPO in Kumamoto 2026"! On that day, we will deliver the charm of "Tomioka Castle," a historical symbol of Amakusa and Reihokumachi, along with tourism information and the depth of history and culture to everyone across the nation. Additionally, this time we will implement special projects exclusive to the EXPO, including a joint workshop with castles related to the Shimabara Rebellion (Shimabara-Amakusa Uprising) and a stamp rally visiting related castles! 📍Guide to Our Booth and Highlights - We will provide detailed information about the history and structure of Tomioka Castle, as well as tourism spots and gourmet information in Reihokumachi. - We will have exclusive "Castle Stamps" and local specialties from Reihokumachi available. (Limited quantities) 🤝Special Collaboration Project Announcement A special project in collaboration with surrounding castles will also be held on-site! 1. Joint Workshop of Three Castles Theme: "Exploring the Shimabara Rebellion (Shimabara-Amakusa Uprising) from Three Perspectives - Prosperity, Prohibition and Rebellion, and Seclusion" Participating Castles: Hara Castle Ruins × Shimabara Castle × Tomioka Castle Date and Time: October 4th (Sunday) 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Venue: Event Floor Workshop Space *We will deeply explore the truth and charm of history from the perspectives of the three castles that were the stage of the rebellion! 2. Stacking Stamp Rally Theme: "Let's Visit the Booths of 5 Castles Related to the Shimabara Rebellion!" This is a participatory project where you visit the booths of the five target castles within the venue, stack stamps, and complete one artwork. Please be sure to stop by our association's booth as well! 📅Event Overview Event Name: Castle EXPO in Kumamoto 2026 Date: October 3rd (Saturday) - 4th (Sunday), 2026, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM Venue: Kumamoto-Jo Hall (3-40 Sakuramachi, Chuo Ward, Kumamoto City) Organizer: Special Edition Castle EXPO in Kumamoto 2026 Executive Committee Admission Fee: Paid (Advance tickets and same-day tickets available) *For ticket purchases and detailed information, please check the official website of "Special Edition Castle EXPO in Kumamoto 2026." We are preparing to thoroughly convey the charm of Tomioka Castle, rich in history and romance, as well as the allure of Amakusa and Reihokumachi. We sincerely look forward to your visit!

Introducing the newly opened store in Bungoono, Oita ❚ torimichi34 Located in Inukai Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture, "torimichi34" has just opened. This store utilizes an old folk house, where you can enjoy the chiffon cake "Fuwa Cup" served in a cup. It's a convenient size to eat with a fork, and comes in several flavors ranging from sweet to savory. The sweet option "Choco Banana no Yori Michi" features a fluffy chiffon cake perfectly paired with chocolate and banana. The savory option "Tuna Ham no Kaeri Michi" offers a delightful sandwich-like experience. Choosing one sweet and one savory option is part of the fun. The store is open on Saturdays and Sundays from 11 AM to 4 PM. Why not take some to enjoy during your weekend outings? ■ torimichi34 Store Information 【Business Hours】 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Saturday and Sunday) / Closed Monday to Friday 【Location】 4402 Shimotsu, Inukai Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture 【Access】 About a 30-minute drive from Higashi Kyushu Expressway Oita Merah IC 【Parking】 Available 【Contact】 Official Instagram Account (@torimichi34) ■■ Access from Fukuoka Prefecture and Kumamoto Prefecture 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 tourist attractions and recommended spots in Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture, Kyushu ■■■■■■■■■■■■

Photographed on September 23, 2026. This is the windmill at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine's Naorai Hall. I feel like this windmill will soon be a sight to behold for the last time.

Today, September 25th (Friday) from 16:48, it will be broadcasted on FM Karuizawa's "RADIO MAGAZINE SAKUHO." This episode's topic is "Momiji Matsuri." Mr. Sasaki Takafumi, the president of the Sakuhomachi Chamber of Commerce Youth Division, will talk about the Momiji Matsuri. In our pick-up segment, we will introduce the ongoing "Sakuho Town Digital Stamp Rally!" The stamp rally has about one month left. Please tune in! ♪

Taken on September 22, 2026. This is lychee oolong tea from HK TEA and double chocolate EGG WAFFLE.

Taken on September 22, 2026. This is Lychee Oolong Tea from HK TEA in Hong Kong. Whole lychees are included.

📢Hokkaido Autumn Grand Harvest Festival Booth Announcement From October 2nd (Friday) to 3rd (Saturday), we will have a booth at the Hokkaido Autumn Grand Harvest Festival in Sapporo City! We will be selling Usapara-yaki at Akarenga Garden in Chūō Ward, Sapporo City. This grand harvest festival features 58 groups from various regions of Hokkaido! In addition to enjoying gourmet food, there will be a stamp rally, stage events, and experience zones planned. Let's eat, learn, and enjoy Hokkaido's food and agriculture! For more details about the event, please refer to the poster image. We look forward to seeing you all. 【Hokkaido Autumn Grand Harvest Festival】 Date and Time: October 2nd (Friday) from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM, October 3rd (Saturday) from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, October 4th (Sunday) from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM (Kimobetsucho will have a booth on the 2nd and 3rd) Location: Front Garden of the Former Hokkaido Government Office Building Organizer: Hokkaido

📢 The Shiribeshiyua Fair in Kimobetsu will be held in autumn 2026! On October 3rd (Saturday) and October 4th (Sunday), the Shiribeshiyua Fair in Kimobetsu will take place! Delicious offerings from the Dondon Market Tsujichikusan in Rusutsumura, such as grilled offal, along with cod roe and other seafood from Kaneto Suisan in Furubiracho, and rice flour taiyaki from Honma Seika in Kyowamachi will gather in Kimobetsu! Local organizations in Kimobetsu will also have various stalls featuring soba, udon, and mushroom soup. This year, a kitchen car festival will be held simultaneously, bringing together kitchen cars from both inside and outside the town! Additionally, as an attraction, we will host a potato stuffing event called "Jagaimo Tsumetsume" (limited quantity). For more details, please refer to the poster image. Let's enjoy the autumn flavors of the Shiribeshi region this weekend! Date: October 3rd (Saturday) to October 4th (Sunday) from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM Location: Yui Plaza, across from Village Station hotto kimobetsu.

Taken on September 22, 2026. This is the TATSUMI Special from Udon Tatsu-mi. It features twice the amount of chicken tempura and pork in the TATSUMI Special.

Event Announcement📣 On Sunday, September 27th, the 23rd Shintoku New Soba Festival will be held! 😊 The highlight of the Shintoku New Soba Festival is the opportunity to enjoy the "four freshly prepared soba"—"freshly harvested," "freshly milled," "freshly made," and "freshly boiled!" At the "Soba Yatai Village," local soba shops and soba-making groups will gather 🎵 Each shop will offer fragrant new soba with their specially crafted dipping sauces and toppings✨✨ In addition to soba, you can also savor local specialties such as "Shintoku Chicken Grilled over Charcoal" and "Grilled Shiitake Mushrooms." After your meal, indulge in desserts like crepes made with buckwheat flour and rich soft serve ice cream, fully experiencing the flavors of Shintoku! 😍 Also, the festival's traditional "Wanko Soba Competition" will be held this year! 🎵 Teams of two (one eater and one server) will compete to see how many bowls they can eat in two minutes. 🔸Competition Time: Starts at 11:30 on the day 🔸How to Participate: Registration starts at 10:00 on the day *Registration takes about one hour, and participation as a pair is required. Solo participation is not allowed. If there are many applicants, a lottery will be held. Thank you for your understanding in advance. 🔸Categories: Parent-Child Pair (6 pairs; children must be elementary school age or younger) Adult Pair (12 pairs) This is a great opportunity to enjoy delicious new soba in a fun way! Why not team up with your child, friends, or family to participate? We look forward to seeing you all! 🤗 🔶Date: Sunday, September 27, 2026, from 10:00 to 14:00 *The event will proceed rain or shine 🔶Venue: Shintoku Town Health and Welfare Center "Nagomi" Front Parking Lot 🔶Parking Information ・Temporary Parking Lot 1 (for Asahikawa direction): Shintoku Sports Park Athletic Stadium (No shuttle bus) ・Temporary Parking Lot 2 (for Obihiro direction): Hokkaido Shintoku High School (Free shuttle bus available every 10 minutes) Shuttle Bus: (Parking Lot → Venue) First bus at 9:10, last bus at 14:20 (Venue → Parking Lot) First bus at 9:20, last bus at 14:30 ・Temporary Parking Lot 3 (for disabled persons): Behind Shintoku Town Hall (Limited spaces available) 🔶Contact: Shintoku New Soba Festival Executive Committee Office (Shintoku Town Commerce and Tourism Division) TEL: 0156-64-0522 https://www.shintoku-town.jp/sangyou_kankou/kankou/shinsoba/...

Taken on September 22, 2014. This is the annual safety fortune slip from Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. This year, I attracted human relationships that are not safe, so I prayed for good connections.

Taken on September 22, 2014. I visited Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. It was crowded due to the distribution time of the matchmaking talismans. The windmills were protected with nets to shield them from the typhoon the day before.

Event Announcement 📣 On September 27th (Sunday), the "2026 Onneto Story" adventure to enjoy with all five senses will take place in Ashoro Town 😊 This event allows you to refresh both your mind and body while surrounded by the pristine forests of Onneto 🎵 On the day, we will offer a variety of programs to fully enjoy the great outdoors‼ You can enjoy forest bathing on the trails of Onneto and learn about the mysteries hidden among the trees and the waterfalls in our "Nature Interaction Classroom," as well as participate in workshops to connect with wood alongside wood education masters 🎵 Additionally, this year, students from Hokkaido Ashoro High School will participate. They will host a "Quiz Rally" featuring the attractions of Onneto and Ashoro, and sell selected recommended products from Ashoro 😍 We kindly ask for your cooperation in completing a survey on the day. Moreover, in a one-day-only "Forest Art Museum" set up in the display space of the forest, you can view the entries and award-winning works from the 2025 Onneto Photo Contest ✨✨ We are also currently accepting submissions for the Onneto Photo Contest 😍 We are looking for seasonal landscape photos that allow you to feel the rich nature around Onneto. The submission deadline is October 31st (Saturday). Enjoy delicious local cuisine and listen to a pleasant forest concert, forgetting the busyness of everyday life as you spend a relaxing autumn day 🤗 🔶 Date: September 27, 2026 (Sunday) 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM (held in light rain) 🔶 Venue: Onneto National Camping Ground 🔶 Free shuttle bus service ・Departure 8:30 AM (Ashoro Roadside Station Ginga Hall 21) ・Return 2:00 PM (Onneto National Camping Ground) 🔶 Contact: Ashoro Tourism Association TEL: 0156-25-6131 https://www.town.ashoro.hokkaido.jp/kanko/news/2026/onneto_2026.html...

HARAJIRI CYCLE FES 2026 "CLEAN RIDE" ❚ September 27, 2026 The "HARAJIRI CYCLE FES 2026 CLEAN RIDE" will be held at Roadside Station Harajiri Falls in Ogata Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture. The international bicycle competition "Mynavi Tour de Kyushu 2026" will take place from October 9 to 12, with the Oita-Kumamoto stage starting from Bungoono City Hall on October 11 (Sunday). This event allows participants to ride part of the course while cleaning around the roadside station before the race. On the day of the event, registration and the opening ceremony will take place at Roadside Station Harajiri Falls, followed by cleaning and litter picking in the surrounding area. After that, participants will cycle from Harajiri Falls to Roadside Station Kiyokawa, which is part of the route that the competitors will take on October 11. Cleaning will also be conducted around Roadside Station Kiyokawa before returning to Harajiri Falls, making it a half-day event. Light refreshments will be provided at both roadside stations. Pre-registration is required to participate. The event is open to those aged middle school and above, with a limit of 20 participants. The deadline for registration is 5:00 PM on September 25 (Friday), and registration will close once the capacity is reached. We look forward to your participation so that everyone can enjoy the race in October. 【Date】 Sunday, September 27, 2026, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM (In case of inclement weather, it will be postponed to October 4 (Sunday)) 【Schedule】 8:00 AM Registration begins (Roadside Station Harajiri Falls) 8:30 AM Opening ceremony and cleaning and litter picking begins (Roadside Station Harajiri Falls) 9:30 AM Cycling (Harajiri Falls → Roadside Station Kiyokawa) 10:20 AM Cleaning and litter picking (Roadside Station Kiyokawa) 11:20 AM Cycling (Roadside Station Kiyokawa → Harajiri Falls) 12:00 PM Finish 【Meeting Place】 Roadside Station Harajiri Falls, near the wall with the Japanese serow 936-1 Harajiri, Ogata Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture 【Parking】 Available, please use the parking lot next to the double waterwheel 【Capacity】 First 20 participants, open to those aged middle school and above 【Registration Deadline】 September 25, 2026 (Friday) at 5:00 PM (registration will close once capacity is reached) 【Registration✍️】 Please use the QR code on the flyer ■■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 recommended spots for sightseeing in Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■

Makomo and Bamboo Autumn Festival in Hase District ❚ Held on September 27, 2026 The "Makomo and Bamboo Autumn Festival in Hase District" will take place in Inukai Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture. Makomo (the Japanese bulrush) is a perennial grass from the rice family, traditionally used for food, crafts, and rituals. The swollen part of its stem is called Makomodake and is edible. The Makomo displayed at the venue has been cultivated on previously abandoned farmland. Compared to rice cultivation, it requires less maintenance and is expected to purify water during its growth, leading to its adoption as a new crop in the region. On the day of the festival, there will be a harvest experience, as well as a moment to listen to the sounds of bamboo flutes. Local vendors will offer Hase Women's Association's Makomo chirashi sushi set and fermented juices. The harvest experience will start at 1 PM with on-site registration. The harvested Makomo can be taken home for cooking, while the leaves and stems can be dried for tea or bundled for shimenawa (a traditional rice straw rope). Enjoy a leisurely day in autumn Hase. 【Date】 September 27, 2026 (Sunday) 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM *Held in light rain; canceled in case of typhoon or severe weather 【Location】 Nagata-ni Promotion Council (former Hase Elementary School Grounds) 1298-3 Kuromatsu, Inukai Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture 【Experience】 Makomo Harvest Experience 【Food and Drink】 ・Makomo chirashi sushi set with Makomo tea (Hase Women's Association) ・Fermented juices *Nagomi Coffee (Inukai) *Hozuki (Oonomachi) *Haruna Kitchen (Mie Town) *Tao Organic Kitchen (Mie Town) 【Live Performances】 ・Harunayu & Junji Takaishi (Taketa City) ・Bamboo flute live performance (Aman Bamboo Flute Workshop) 【Sales】 ・Freshly harvested Makomo and Makomo tea ・Makomo shimekazari (decorative rice straw) ・Locally harvested vegetables ・Bamboo charcoal, bamboo chip compost, fermented bamboo powder ▶ For inquiries about the event Phone: 097-579-7172 ■■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 recommended spots for sightseeing in Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■

Taken on September 5th, 26. This is the flower water basin at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine. Today is my birthday. I'm exploring Kawagoe.

Photographed on September 5, 2014. This is the flower water at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Taken on September 7, 2014. This is the flower water offering at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Event Announcement📣 On Sunday, October 4th, the 53rd Ikeda Town Autumn Wine Festival will be held! 😄 This event celebrates the harvest of grapes and the making of wine, giving thanks for the autumn bounty. 🍇 One of the highlights of the event is the all-you-can-drink selection of unique Tokachi wines, including the internationally recognized red wine variety "Yamakou." 🎵 For those who do not drink alcohol or for children, grape juice will be available. Additionally, the festival's specialty is the impressive "Whole Roasted Beef," which is slow-cooked for about 10 hours!‼ The fragrant, roasted Hokkaido beef is a special gourmet experience you can only enjoy here. 🍴 Other delicious options include grilled Hokkaido beef, hamburgers, and sausages, all perfect for pairing with wine. 🎵 A special day to enjoy the blessings of autumn. 🎀 Come and enjoy the "Autumn Blessings" with your family and friends! 🤗 🔶Date and Time: Sunday, October 4, 2026, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM *Last entry: 1:30 PM (Rain or shine) 🔶Venue: Event Square next to Ikeda Wine Castle 🔶Admission: Adults: 6,000 yen, Middle and High School Students: 2,000 yen, Elementary School Students and Preschoolers: Free *Town resident discount ticket: 3,000 yen Tickets are currently on sale! 😍 🔷Ticket Outlets ・Ikeda Town Tourism Association (inside Ikeda Town Hall) ・Ikeda Wine Castle (General Incorporated Association) ・Tokachi Tourism Federation (Obihiro Station Esta East Building 2F) ・Obihiro City Civic Cultural Hall ・Roadside Station Otofuke Natsuzora no Furusato ・Coach and Four Kushiro Store ・Lawson Ticket (L Code: L11003) ・Seven Ticket (Seven Code: 116-499) ・Doshin Play Guide (Secoma Code: D26100405) 🔷Contact: Ikeda Town Tourism Association TEL: 015-572-2286 https://kankou-ikeda.com//

Photographed on September 19, 26. This is the flower water basin at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

September 8 2-1-30 Kitakawaramachi, Sakai Ward, Sakai City, Osaka Prefecture A sacred place that connects Kobukuro with their fans. A takeout specialty store filled with passion Kobukuro will celebrate their 25th anniversary in 2024. The store "September 8" was opened by member Shunsuke Kuroda, expressing gratitude to fans and giving back to his hometown of Sakai. Located in Sakai Ginza Shopping Street. This is precisely the place where the duo sang during their street days. The store name is derived from their formation anniversary, and inside, there is a space featuring artwork from their album "QUARTER CENTURY," released to commemorate the 25th anniversary, making it a must-visit "sacred place" for fans. The main menu item is the exquisite "Yakiniku Sandwich," created in collaboration with the extremely popular Sakai restaurant "Yakiniku Osamu-chan" and the long-established "Tezukayama Poire," founded in 1969. Tender meat grilled to perfection is coated with a secret sauce and sandwiched between soft "Takumi Bread". Kuroda himself participated in creating the menu, perfecting the flavor through trial and error. You can also choose a spicy version if you like, and there will be limited-time toppings available as well. Additionally, the coffee is made from carefully selected beans, so it's a great idea to enjoy it as a set.

Photographed on September 19, 2014. This is the flower water basin at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Taken on September 19, 26. This is the flower water at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Event Announcement📣 From September 19th to September 27th, we will hold the autumn challenge "Weight Guessing Contest for Shiitake Mushroom Harvest" at Takutetsu Kinokotan in Shintoku Town😊 Guess the weight of the shiitake mushrooms you harvest, and if you get it exactly right down to the gram (1g unit)...... You will receive the weight in mushrooms for free‼️ Even if you miss, you have a chance to get 10% off if you are within 10% of the correct weight🎵 During the event in July, there were participants who won the exact prize😍 Additionally, we have a small gift prepared for those who visit us in September🎁 We encourage you to take this opportunity to enjoy a fun and delicious shiitake mushroom harvest🤗 We are also hosting "Create Your Own Mushroom Fairy!" at the same time. You can paint a wooden mushroom shape, draw a face, and create your original mushroom fairy. All participants will receive a fairy certification. (Fee: 3 wooden shiitake mushrooms for 500 yen, tax included) 🔶Date: September 19th, 2026 - September 27th, 2026 (Note: September 24th (Thursday) and September 25th (Friday) are substitute store holidays) 🔶Venue: Takutetsu Kinokotan 🔶Contact: Takutetsu Kinokotan TEL: 0156-67-9105 (10:00 AM - 3:30 PM) (Note: Closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays) https://t-kinokotan.com//

On September 13, 2026, the "Ono River SUP Geo Tour: Following the River Town from Inukai Port" was held in Mie Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture. This experiential tour allowed participants to paddle down the Ono River on stand-up paddleboards (SUP), tracing the river and town from the water. On that day, participants not only enjoyed the beauty of nature but also learned about the risks hidden in the river and the knowledge needed to enjoy it safely, while feeling the historical landscapes of the river and region, including the "Inukai Port Ruins." There will be more unique geo-park experience events in the future. For those who couldn't participate this time, we hope you will join us next time. ■■Access to the center of Bungoono City from Fukuoka Prefecture and Kumamoto Prefecture■■■ 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 sightseeing spots in Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture, Kyushu ■■■■■■■■■■■■

I'm taking a break.☕️ I love sitting where I can see the tourist information center. I'm having an oat milk latte and a chestnut pound cake.🌰

Taken on September 12, 2026. This is the flower water basin at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Taken on September 12, 2014. This is the flower water offering at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Event Announcement📣 On September 19th (Saturday), the "8th Shihoro Potato Festival" will be held at Roadside Station Pia 21 Shihoro😊 Join us for a day filled with potatoes brought to you by Shihorocho, the "Potato Town"! 🎵🥔🥔 Enjoy the popular "Potato Packing Challenge," a lottery with guaranteed potato-related prizes, and the much-loved "Unique Potato Championship!" featuring quirky shapes of potatoes that are not up to standard. There are plenty of activities for both adults and children to enjoy!😍 Additionally, local shops will offer special menus featuring potatoes, a variety of curry dishes, and the event-exclusive flavor of "Hokkaido Golden Fried Potatoes" from Cafe Kanichi, along with limited-edition potato sweets, allowing you to savor potatoes all day long. We invite you to experience the delicious and fun festival packed with the charm of potatoes! 🤗 🔶 Date: September 19, 2026, 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM 🔶 Venue: Roadside Station Pia 21 Shihoro 🔶 Contact: Roadside Station Pia 21 Shihoro TEL: 01564-5-3940 https://pia21shihoro.jp//