Taken on April 12, 2014. This is the annual festival of the Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine and the Gokoku Shrine.

When in doubt, choose this. Kushiro Specialty Zangi and katte-don made with your favorite toppings. Both are must-try classic dishes. Kushiro Prince Hotel is about a 5-minute walk to the Suehiro Area, where you can find various Kushiro delicacies. It’s conveniently located in the city center, perfect for sightseeing and food exploration! If you’re staying in Kushiro, opt for Kushiro Prince Hotel✨ Reservations can be made through the profile URL. ▶Kushiro Prince Hotel https://www.instagram.com/kushiroprincehotel/...

Event Announcement 📣 Masuya Shoten, a bakery located in Obihiro City, will open a new experiential facility called "Mugioto Horse Park – Hill of Horses and Wheat" on Saturday, April 18, 2026, focusing on horses and wheat. 😊 This facility will be adjacent to the Mugioto bakery, allowing visitors to experience interactions with ban'ei horses and Dosanko through guided tours and carriage rides (reservation required), as well as learn about local resource circulation, all while appreciating the unique values of Tokachi. Ahead of the opening, the "Horses and Wheat Forum" will be held on April 17 (Friday), followed by the opening event on April 18 (Saturday) and 19 (Sunday). 🎵 🔶Horses and Wheat Forum This forum will discuss new relationships and possibilities between horses and the local community from multiple perspectives. 📍Event Overview ・Date and Time: April 17, 2026 (Friday) 13:00–16:00 ・Venue: Beat Museum / Mugioto Horse Park ・Participation Fee: Free (capacity of 30 people, online streaming available) 📍Content ・Lecture: "New Possibilities for Horses" ・Panel Discussion ・Carriage Demonstration and Farm Tour Experts from various fields, including retired racehorse support, veterinary medicine, agriculture, and local culture, will participate to discuss the future of horses and the community. 🔶Opening Event Overview 📍Date and Time April 18 (Saturday) 10:30–14:30 April 19 (Sunday) 10:00–14:00 📍Main Activities ・1,000-Person Pizza Experience Participants will make pizzas using Tokachi-produced wheat "Banei Kitano Kaori" and "Tokachi Mush" from the local resource circulation project "Ban'ei to Mushroom to Wheat Circle." During the event, experience tickets will be distributed to those who purchase above a certain amount. The goal is to provide experiences for 1,000 people over both days. ・Carriage Experience Two types of carriages pulled by two horses will tour the facility. ・Mobile Sales and Limited Products Event-exclusive products and bread themed around horses will be sold by Masuya's bus.

We look forward to your participation in the following tours and experiences. 【*Fully booked for spring, available in summer and autumn*】"Mt. Kamegamori Flower Watching Tour" Images 1 to 8 ・Observe seasonal subalpine plants with a guide ・Travel in a safe and comfortable chartered bus ・Enjoy the changing vegetation while traveling up to an altitude of approximately 1700m. ・Take commemorative photos at scenic points ・Stroll leisurely along paved paths to enjoy the mountain air easily. Date and Time: May 7 (Thursday) Spring Fully booked August 19 (Wednesday), 20 (Thursday) Summer October 7 (Wednesday), 8 (Thursday), 21 (Wednesday) Autumn 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 iyosaijou station next to Saijo City Tourism Exchange Center*) Capacity: First 20 participants per session (minimum number of participants: 15) Application Deadline: 14 days before each tour date 【*A few spots remaining*】 "Experience the Aroma of the Forest with Kuro-moji" Images 9 to 11 ・Enjoy part of the extraction process of Kuro-moji essential oil and distillate water, along with a silk scarf dyeing experience ・High-quality Japanese essential oil and distillate water extracted from just 1.5ml from 1kg of branches and leaves, along with the silk scarf as a souvenir ・Relax in the forest surrounded by noble aromas Date and Time: May 18 (Monday), June 15 (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 Ishizuchi Nature and Living Laboratory (formerly Ohuki Clinic)*) Capacity: First 8 participants per session (minimum number of participants: 4) Application Deadline: 10 days before each tour date For applications and inquiries (General Incorporated Association) Saijo City Tourism and Products Association Ehime Prefecture Governor Registered Travel Agency No. 3-201 Phone Number: 0897-56-2605 Fax: 0897-47-3733 #Tour #Nature #Ishizuchi #Plants #Stroll #Subalpine #Mountain Base #Scenery #Guide #Essential Oil #Distillate Water #Floral Water #Kuro-moji

Taken on April 12, 2014. This is the annual festival of the Gokoku Shrine within the grounds of Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. I have received permission from the individual to post this.

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

Today, I explored Kawagoe. When I visited Shusse Inari Shrine, they were performing a traditional music demonstration. It seemed quite auspicious.

Taken on April 11, 2014. This is the Inari Shrine within the grounds of Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine. It seems that mist is being released regularly.

Taken on April 4, 2014. Behind Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine, there were flower rafts on the Shingashi River. It's the last chance to see the cherry blossoms.

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.

The Iwata City Tourism Association is hosting a collaborative project with Daytona Co., Ltd. called "Iwata Morning Activity Cafe" at the Communication Plaza. Enjoy morning coffee, use it as a meeting spot for touring, and feel free to drop by anytime. After the Morning Activity Cafe, we will hold a morning market where families can experience crafting workshops and purchase popular sweets. Food trucks will also be present, so enjoy a fun holiday at the Communication Plaza throughout the day. Iwata City's mascot, Shippei, will also join the fun! Date and Time: Saturday, May 9th, from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM, rain or shine. (In case of bad weather, the event will be canceled. Notifications will be posted on this site if canceled.) *A portion of the sales from the food trucks and workshops will be donated to the Japanese Red Cross as "Relief Fund for the Noto Peninsula Earthquake Disaster of Reiwa 6." *The Welcome Bikers Roadstation (WBR) project promotes a network of regions and facilities that welcome bikers, raising awareness for traffic safety and etiquette among visitors. *The details of the vendors may change.

Taken on April 4, 2014. This is Homarezakura along the Shingashi River, behind Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. The cherry blossoms have turned to leaves, creating a flower raft.

Taken on April 4, 2014. The Homaresakura behind Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine and along the Shingashi River is also coming to an end.

A pink shower falling from the sky🌸 The weeping cherry blossom of Soto Ohno, over 300 years old The famous tree associated with Mito Mitsukuni was breathtakingly beautiful again this year. In the quiet mountain valley, spending time in front of this cherry blossom is truly a luxury✨️

Four Ramsar Convention registered wetlands located in Kushiro Subprefecture, Hokkaido (Kushiro City, Kushiro Town, Shibechacho, Tsuruimura, Akkeshicho, Hamanaka Town) are distributing "wetland cards" at "Kushiro Shitsugen," "Akanko," "Akkeshi-ko and Bekambeushi-shitsugen," and "Kiritappu Shitsugen"! The cards distributed at Akanko feature the early morning view of Akanko and Mt. Oakan🏔🌅. Please ask at the first-floor counter of Akan Lake Marimukan for your "wetland card!"

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.

Taken on April 1, 2014. This is the Homarezakura along the Shingashi River, behind the Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. It is the time when the cherry blossoms have started to fall.

【Koi Dancing in Komu】 The display inside the Forest Art Museum "Komu" has been updated in various ways this year. Currently, it seems that koi are swaying here and there until early May. As you pass through the entrance, you can see four large koi hanging against a backdrop of cherry blossoms. If you head to the shop corner, you can also discover small koi. Something like Setoushi-kun is wearing a helmet and has a gentle expression. There are parts not captured in the photos, so I would be happy if you visit Komu and see for yourself🎏 - 【Forest Art Museum "Komu"】 ✨️GW Festival from May 3rd to 5th✨ Opening hours: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM *Admission accepted until 4:30 PM Closed: Every Tuesday *Open on May 5th and 6th, which are public holidays *Closed on May 7th (Wednesday) Admission fee: High school students and above: 500 yen 4th grade elementary to junior high school: 300 yen Children aged 3 to 3rd grade: 100 yen Children under 3: Free Contact: 0158-87-2600 #Forest Art Museum Komu #Indoor Display #Children's Day

Taken on April 4, 2014. This is Homaresakura and Shuuyu along the Shingashi River, behind Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine.

Taken on April 4, 2014. This is Homaresakura and Shuyu along the Shingashi River, behind Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine.

Melting into the dark night, the weeping cherry blossoms🌸 This year, the Jizo Zakura in Konamase has once again showcased its magnificent beauty. May 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! 😃

Overlooking the Hiuchi Nada Sea! Here’s your guide to the Minami Iyo Cycling Tour🚴‍♀️ In Iyo City, Ehime Prefecture, the Minami Iyo area is a treasure trove of breathtaking spots where you can admire the Hiuchi Nada Sea from its elevated locations! Why not join a guided cycling tour using an E-BIKE to fully enjoy the charms of the Minami Iyo area? ✅ Guided tours for those who don’t usually ride bicycles! ✅ First-time E-BIKE riders will receive thorough instructions! ✅ Enjoy the beautiful scenery that changes with the seasons as if you're strolling on a bicycle! ✅ A course and lunch that deliver the ultimate relaxation 🚴‍♂️ Experience Details 🚴‍♂️ Duration: 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM Meeting Place: Welpia Iyo (1761-1 Shimo-Mitani, Iyo City, Ehime Prefecture) Course: Approximately 16 km from Welpia Iyo to Ehime Forest Park, Iyo Shrine, Iyo-Nada Service Area, lunch, and back to Welpia Iyo Fee: 4,500 yen per person, 3,500 yen for two or more (includes guide, rental bicycle, and lunch) ✉ Reservation Method ✉ Please inform us via email or phone with the following details. ＊Name ＊Preferred Date ＊Number of People ＊Contact Phone Number ＊Age ＊Address 【For Inquiries】 Iyo City Tourism and Products Association Soleiyo Business Hours: Monday to Friday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Phone Number: 089-994-5852 Mail: info@soleiyo.com For more details, please search for the Iyo City Tourism and Products Association Soleiyo website.

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.

【Reihoku Sunset Marche】 Announcement for April 📣 Hello everyone! We are continuing this year as well! Here is the announcement for the "Reihoku Sunset Marche" taking place in April♪ 👀 Highlights of this Sunset Marche 👀 ❣ The "Reihoku Sunset Marche" will feature local agricultural products, processed goods, and side dishes for sale, including not only Dekopon but also Amakusa Bankan this time 🍊❣ We look forward to seeing you all 😊 Don’t forget to bring your own shopping bags 🛍✨ 【Expected Agricultural Products】 ・Asparagus ・Amakusa Bankan ・Cucumber 🥒 ・Cabbage ・Pumpkin 🎃 ・Green Peas ・Rice 🌾 ・Sunny Lettuce ・Dekopon ・Onion 🧅 ・Bell Pepper 🫑 ・Fruit Tomato ・Mini Tomato ・Lettuce 🥦🍅🥕🍠🥬🧅🫑🌽🌶🫛🍆🫚🥔 Reihoku Sunset Marche 【Date】April 12 (Sunday) from 1 PM to 3 PM 【Location】(General Incorporated Association) Amakusa Reihoku Tourist Association, Reihoku Town Tourist Information Center (4535-1 Kamitsufukae, Reihoku Town)

On Tuesday, May 5th, 2024, the "Kuniyoshi Castle Festival 2024" will be held around the Wakasa Kuniyoshi Castle History Museum. Experience the Warring States period at this impregnable castle where Nobunaga, Hideyoshi, and Ieyasu entered. It's a fun event for both adults and children! Date: Tuesday, May 5th, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Venue: Around Wakasa Kuniyoshi History Museum and Tokusho-ji Temple (25-2 Sagaki, Mihama Town, Mikata-gun, Fukui Prefecture) Admission: Free In case of rain: The event will proceed regardless of the weather (the stage venue may change to places like Tokusho-ji Temple during rain). Access: 5 minutes by car from Wakasa-Mihama Interchange on the Maizuru-Wakasa Expressway (approximately 220 free parking spaces available; please follow the guidance of staff). About 3 kilometers from Mihama Station (approximately 20 minutes by rental bicycle) Schedule 9:00 AM Opening Ceremony 9:30 AM Kunimoto Matchlock Gun Research Association (Special Venue) 10:05 AM Sakurai To 10:40 AM Kazane (Ocarina) 11:10 AM Sanshin Group and Shinpū Eisaa 11:40 AM Mihama Jazz Orchestra 12:15 PM Kyoto-Nagaokakyo Omotenashi Bushotai Tsutsuji 12:50 PM Bubu no Hoshitachi (Guitar Performance) 1:20 PM Sunflower (Guitar Performance) 2:00 PM Historical Storytelling 3:00 PM Closing Declaration *Please note that the content and schedule may change without prior notice due to various circumstances. Thank you for your understanding. Merchandise Sales Kyoto-Nagaokakyo Omotenashi Bushotai Tsutsuji Sakurai To Kuniyoshi Association Mini Festival Ring Toss, Super Ball Scooping, etc. Play, learn, and experience the Warring States period! Handwritten castle stamps by descendants of the castle lords Location: Special booth in front of Wakasa Kuniyoshi Castle History Museum Cost: 1,000 yen per stamp Numbered tickets: Distribution starts at 9:00 AM Event Time: 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM Kuniyoshi Castle Historical Walk (Hiking) *Rain or shine Location: In front of Wakasa Kuniyoshi Castle History Museum Departure: 10:00 AM (Expected to finish around 11:30 AM) Registration: 9:00 AM to 9:50 AM Capacity: 50 participants (first-come, first-served on the day) Historical Storytelling (1st Kuniyoshi Castle Historical Lecture for 2024) Location: Special stage at Kuniyoshi Castle Festival Event Time: 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM Armor Experience *Cancelled in case of rain Time: All day Cost: Free Location: Museum Learning Room Target: From children to adults Delicious Food Market (Limited stock) Vendor List: Mahana Table, Brick House, Momonji, Tsurukame Deli, Yu vava, Nakanishi Confectionery, Coffee Shop Hygge, Mihama Town Social Welfare Council, Kuniyoshi Association, Funatako Tokusho-ji Temple (Indoor Rest Area) Authentic Shojin Cuisine (from 10:00 AM) Temple Cafe (from 10:00 AM)

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 🌸

I visited Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. The cherry blossoms in Jinja Hiroba were in full bloom.

Taken on April 4, 2014. This is Homarezakura and Shuyu along the Shingashi River, behind Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine.