Taken on November 2, 2014. This is the floral water offering at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Hoshoji Temple's Autumn Leaves ❚ Current Leaf Color Status as of November 6, 2026 The autumn leaves at "Hoshoji Temple" in Kiyokawamachi, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture. Currently, the leaves are about 50% colored. The light-up period seems to coincide perfectly with the peak viewing time. Updates on the leaf conditions will be provided sequentially. Please check the latest information before your visit. 【Location】 1639 Utaeda, Kiyokawamachi, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture 【Admission】 Free entry 【Access】 About 50 minutes by car from Oita Mera IC About 10 minutes by car from Roadside Station Kiyokawa 【Parking】 Available (free, approximately 20 cars) ■■ Access from Fukuoka Prefecture and Kumamoto Prefecture to the center of Bungoono City ■■■ 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 ■■■■■■■■■■■■

Taken on November 2, 2014. This is the flower water offering at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.🌼

Taken on October 31, 2014. This is the flower water offering at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Taken on November 2, 2014. This is the flower water offering from Hara Florist.

Mornings at your travel destination are always a little special.☀️ At Kussharo Prince Hotel, we offer a breakfast full of the blessings of Hokkaido!🏨✨ 🐟 Enjoy the seasonal "seafood bowl" from Hokkaido 🍳 A breakfast staple! Choose your egg dish 🥛 A tasting of Hokkaido milk Enjoy as much as you like. You might even find yourself wondering what to eat in the morning!🤤💕 Surrounded by nature, take a moment to savor your breakfast. With a delicious morning meal, why not start a day that fills both your heart and body?🌿✨ What do you look forward to the most at hotel breakfasts?👀💕 Please let us know in the comments!💬 ＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿ 📍Kussharo Prince Hotel Kawakami District, Teshikaga, Kussharo Onsen, Hokkaido For reservations and details, please check the link in our profile🔗 https://www.instagram.com/kussharo_ph/...

Introducing the special exhibition at the Nagano Prefectural Art Museum starting from November 7✨ 〈Don't forget to tap the "save" icon if you want to revisit this later!〉 150th Anniversary of Nagano Prefecture / 5th Anniversary of Renewal and Reopening Kandinsky: The World Resonates —Exploring His Work and Impact through Japanese Collections— Wassily Kandinsky, an important figure in modern art and a leader in the establishment of abstract painting. This exhibition will showcase his continuous exploration of form and color through his concept of "inner resonance," which he considered the essence of art, featuring works from early to late in his career from domestic collections, while also focusing on his relationship with Japanese artists. Event Overview 【Date】November 7, 2026 (Saturday) to December 27 (Sunday) 【Venue】Nagano Prefectural Art Museum 【Opening Hours】9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Admission to exhibition rooms until 4:30 PM) 【Closed】Wednesdays 【Admission Fee】General: 1,200 (1,100) yen University students and those over 75: 1,000 (900) yen Free for high school students and those under 18 *For more details, please visit the Nagano Prefectural Art Museum and their official account @naganoartmuseum. #Nagano Prefectural Art Museum #naganoartmuseum #NAM #Nagano City #Nagano Tourism

Kyushu Olle Okubungo Course Autumn Olle Fair ❚ Held on November 28, 2026 The "Autumn Olle Fair" for the Kyushu Olle Okubungo Course will take place in front of Asaji Station in Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture. This walking event starts from Asaji Station and heads towards Bungo-Taketa Station in Taketa City. Participants will follow a path that gradually transitions from rural landscapes to the townscape of a castle town. The total distance is approximately 12 kilometers. You can walk at your own pace, following the ribbons along the route. The participation fee includes lunch, local sweets, admission to Oka Castle, a hot spring bathing ticket, and a participation souvenir (original towel), allowing you to relax in a hot spring after your walk. Applications are accepted until Wednesday, November 18. Registration will close once the limit of 200 participants is reached. 【Date】 Saturday, November 28, 2026 (Rain or shine) 【Schedule】 Registration: 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM Opening Ceremony: 9:00 AM (tentative) After the opening ceremony, participants will depart in order of registration 【Location】 Meeting Point: In front of Asaji Station (Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture) 【Participation Fee】 Please pay the participation fee on the day at the venue. General: 2,500 yen, Elementary school students and younger: 1,000 yen Included in the participation fee: lunch, local sweets, admission to Oka Castle, hot spring bathing ticket, participation souvenir (original towel) 【Capacity】 200 participants (registration will close once the capacity is reached) 【Application Period】 Until Wednesday, November 18, 2026 【Application Method】 Access the application form from the Bungoono City website or the Bungoono City Tourism Association website to apply 【Access】 Approximately 50 minutes by car from Oita Mera IC to Asaji Station 【Parking】 ■ If parking at the starting point On the day of the Olle Fair, please use the "Asaji Branch Office of Bungo-Ono City" parking lot (free, about 1 minute walk to Asaji Station). * The parking lot next to Asaji Station (paid) will not be available on the day. * For boarding and alighting large buses, please use the "JA Agricultural Cooperative Parking Lot". Buses should park at the Bungo-Taketa Station front parking lot. ■ If parking at the goal point ▶ Paid parking "Bungo-Taketa Station Front" 300 yen per day ▶ Free parking "Taketa City Hall" (about 10 minutes walk to Bungo-Taketa Station) * If the Bungo-Taketa Station front parking lot is full, please use the "Taketa City Hall" parking lot. 〔3 minutes by car from Bungo-Taketa Station to Taketa City Hall, 1 km (10 minutes on foot)〕 * Large buses should use the "Bungo-Taketa Station front" bus-only parking lot (free). 【Contact】 Bungoono City Hall, Commerce and Tourism Division TEL: 0974-22-1117

Photographed on November 3, 26. I relaxed at the Starbucks Motokawagoe Station store. I enjoyed a Gingerbread Latte and a custard apple pie made with two types of apples from Aomori Prefecture.

Taken on November 3, 26. After the Yabusame Festival, we moved to Kawagoe and visited Udon Tatsumi. This is the TATSUMI Special.

I went out to buy persimmons from Ishimaki Kankoen, where I can enjoy seasonal fruits.

Wrapped in the colors of autumn, Lake Kussharo 🍂 with clear air and a gently expanding lake. Why not spend some relaxing time admiring the beautiful scenery unique to this season? ✨ In fact, just by shifting your travel dates slightly, your usual hotel stay can become even more affordable! 👀 At Kussharo Prince Hotel, we offer special plans for limited dates that avoid peak times like holidays, allowing you to stay at a great price! 🏨 Additionally, for Seibu Prince Global Rewards members, enjoy over 5% off the regular rates! ✨ 📅 Eligible period: Until Sunday, November 22, 2026 *This plan is available only on specified dates. If you want to enjoy autumn in Eastern Hokkaido, consider adjusting your schedule a bit to travel smart and save! 🍁 🔎 For detailed plan information and reservations, check the official site in the profile!

Taken on November 3, 26. This is the Yabusame Festival at Izumo Iwai Shrine.

Introducing the event information for November, including the Nagano Ebisu Festival and illuminations!✨ 〈Don't forget to tap the "save mark" if you want to look back later!〉 ① 120th Nagano Ebisu Festival Fireworks @ebisukouenkataikai The fireworks launched on November 23rd against the clear, cold sky of Shinshu are uniquely beautiful, different from summer fireworks. In addition to the splendid and luxurious aerial displays, the large shells also brilliantly decorate the clear autumn night sky! 【Date】November 23 (Monday, public holiday) 【Time】Starts at 18:00 (drone show scheduled from 17:30) 【Location】Nagano Ohashi Bridge West Side, Saigawa No.2 Green Space 【Number of Fireworks】Over 10,000 *For details, please check @ebisukouenkataikai. *Highlights (@nagano_cvb) include links to the official site. ② Zenkoji Omotesando Illuminations Every year, the Zenkoji Omotesando and in front of Nagano Station are beautifully illuminated in a magical light for this annual event!✨ 【Duration】November 14 (Saturday) to February 14, 2027 (Sunday) 【Time】17:00 to 22:00 【Venue】Zenkoji Omotesando (from Nagano Station intersection to Zenkoji intersection) ③ Shinshu Mushikura Festival @michinoeki_nakajo Not only is there a luxurious stage, but also plenty of delicious local foods like obukko and oyaki! This is an autumn event packed with the charm of Nakajo, Shinshu. 【Date】November 3 (Tuesday, public holiday) 【Time】9:45 to 15:00 【Venue】Roadside Station Nakajo, Furusato Square *Free shuttle buses will also operate. *For details, please check the official site or account. ④ Zenkoji Binzuru Market @binzuru_ichi Held as a handmade market inspired by Buddha's beloved disciple "Binzuru-san"! Various food and craft stalls gather, creating a market where anyone—makers, buyers, locals, and tourists—can enjoy! 【Date】November 14 (Saturday) *Regularly held on the second Saturday from April to December 【Time】10:00 to 15:00 【Venue】Around Zenkoji *For details, please check the official site or account. ⑤ Shinshu Shinmachi Dinosaur Event @shinshushinmachi_kanko This year, two baby dinosaurs will be coming!? Various events, including a T-Rex race, will be held! The Shinshu Shinmachi Fair 2026 will also be held simultaneously! Enjoy local agricultural products, specialty items from Nishio City in Aichi Prefecture, craft experiences, fire truck and ambulance ride experiences, and the dinosaur volcano fluffy dome (canceled in case of rain). 【Date】October 31 (Saturday), November 1 (Sunday) 【Time】9:00 to 16:30 【Venue】Shinshu Shinmachi Fossil Museum, Shinshu Shinmachi Gymnasium, etc. *For details, please check the official site or account. #Event Information #Nagano City Events #Nagano Ebisu Festival #Nagano City #Nagano Tourism

Taken on November 3, 2014. This is the Yabusame Festival at Izumo Iwai Shrine. When I took photos in burst mode, I only captured motion blur.

Yusaku Night Kagura: Mizukagami 2026 ❚ November 14, 2026 The "Yusaku Night Kagura: Mizukagami 2026" will be held at Yusaku Park in Asaji Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture. The stage will be set above the heart-shaped pond in the park. Enjoy the unique night kagura, where the performers' reflections dance on the mirror-like water surface, just for this day. The three groups performing are the Itaizako Shinmei Shrine Kagura Troupe, the Asaji Kagura Preservation Society, and the Asakusa-ryū Ōgi Kagura. Yusaku Park is said to have originated as a villa gifted by the lord of the Oka domain to his chief retainer during the Edo period. It is believed that Tanomura Chikuden and Rai San'yō also visited, and over 500 maple and momiji trees surround the pond. Take your time to enjoy the scenery unique to the autumn foliage season from the evening onwards. 【Date and Time】 November 14, 2026 (Saturday) at 3:45 PM *In case of rain, it will be postponed to the next day, November 15 (Sunday). 【Location】 Yusaku Park (Kamiozuka, Asaji Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture) 【Access】 About a 50-minute drive from Oita Meira IC to Yusaku Park. 【Parking】 Parking will not be available in the venue or surrounding area after 2 PM on the day of the event. A shuttle bus will operate from Asaji Community Center, so please use that. ▶Parking Lot / Asaji Community Center ▶Operating Hours / 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM ▶Cooperation Fee / 300 yen 【Performers】 ・Itaizako Shinmei Shrine Kagura Troupe ・Asaji Kagura Preservation Society ・Asakusa-ryū Ōgi Kagura 【Organizer】 Asaji Town Youth Department Mizukagami Executive Committee 【For Inquiries About the Event】 Bungoono City Chamber of Commerce Main Office TEL: 0974-72-1111

[October 22 - November 11] Notice of Road Closure in Kawayu Onsen From October 22 (Thursday) to November 11 (Wednesday), a portion of the town road in Kawayu Onsen will be closed to vehicles (including bicycles). We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding and cooperation. For more details, please check Teshikaga Navi. You can still walk, so for those who usually drive, take your time and enjoy the scenery! 🚶‍♂️✨ https://www.masyuko.or.jp/news/kawayuonsenstopstreet/...

The brochure for the 61st Shimoda Onsen Narcissus Festival is complete! 🌼✨ During peak season, approximately 3 million narcissus flowers bloom beautifully at Cape Tsumeki. Enjoy the sea of narcissus as far as the eye can see! 😌💛 📍Narcissus Festival (1237 Suzaki, Shimoda City) Event Period: December 20, 2026 – January 31, 2027 Parking: Available (800 yen for regular cars) Access: Bus 🚌 From Shimoda Station, take the bus to Cape Tsumeki (Line 10) and get off at "Tsumeki." It's just a short walk from there.

Photographed on November 3, 2026. This is the Yabusame Festival at Izumo Iwai Shrine.

Photographed on November 3, 2014. I visited Izumo Iwai Shrine. The Yabusame Festival was taking place.

Taken on October 17, 2014. It’s the first day of the Kawagoe Festival. This is the float of Iemitsu Tokugawa in Shintomi 1-chome.

Taken on October 17, 2014. It's the first day of the Kawagoe Festival. This is the float of Susanoo no Mikoto from Nishikosenbamachi.

Hoshoji Temple's Autumn Leaves ❚ Current Leaf Condition as of November 2, 2026 The autumn leaves at "Hoshoji Temple" located in Kiyokawamachi, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture. In the temple grounds, the trees are gradually starting to change color. By the time of the light-up, they are expected to be at their peak. The status of the autumn leaves will be updated regularly. Please check the latest information before visiting. 【Location】 1639 Udaeda, Kiyokawamachi, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture 【Fee】 Free admission 【Access】 About 50 minutes by car from Oita Mera IC About 10 minutes by car from Roadside Station Kiyokawa 【Parking】 Available (free, approximately 20 cars) ■■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 spots for tourism in Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture, Kyushu ■■■■■■■■■■■■

Taken on October 17, 2014. It's the first day of the Kawagoe Festival. Here are the Time Bell Tower and the Nasori no Dashi.

Captured on October 17, 2026. It's the first day of the Kawagoe Festival. Here are the Time Bell Tower and the floats from Minamitoorimachi and the Nasori dance.

Yusaku Park's Autumn Leaves ❚ Current Autumn Leaf Status as of November 2, 2026 Located in Asaji Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture, Yusaku Park is one of the representative spots for autumn leaves in Oita Prefecture. Although the park is still quite green, some leaves have started to change color. The Yosaku Tourism Momiji Festival will begin on November 3rd, featuring local residents selling grass rice cakes and more during the event. We will provide updates on the progress of the autumn leaves, so please use this as a reference for your outing plans. On November 7th, 13th, 20th, 21st, and 22nd, there will be illuminations from sunset until 9 PM. You can enjoy both the daytime autumn leaves and the different atmosphere of the illuminated night leaves within the same park. 【Location】 Kameozuka, Asaji Town, Bungoono City 【Admission】 Free entry 【Access】 About 50 minutes by car from Oita Mera IC About 10 minutes by car from Roadside Station Asaji 【Parking】 Available (free) ■■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 sightseeing spots in Kyushu, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■

The 2nd River Park Inukai Sweet Potato Digging Event ❚ November 8, 2026 The "2nd River Park Inukai Sweet Potato Digging Event" will be held at a farm near River Park Inukai in Inukai Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture. On the day of the event, there will be two activities: "Sweet Potato Digging Experience" and "Sweet Potato Filling Challenge." The fun lies in discovering what shapes the sweet potatoes will take as you dig them up. During the sweet potato digging experience, you can take home five sweet potatoes that you have dug up. The filling challenge is priced per bag, allowing you to fill as much as you can into the bag. The fees are separate for each activity, so please choose according to your preference. Why not enjoy a harvest with your family for a dinner dish? 【Date and Time】 November 8, 2026 (Sunday) 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM *Last entry at 12:00 PM 【Location】 Farm near River Park Inukai (Tawara, Inukai Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture) *Please check the flyer in advance. 【Fees】 Sweet Potato Digging Experience: 500 yen per person (includes 5 sweet potatoes) Sweet Potato Filling Challenge: 1,000 yen per bag *Separate fee from the digging experience 【Registration】 Via the QR code on the flyer *Advance reservation is required. 【Access】 About 30 minutes by car from Oita Mera IC 【Parking】 Available (Parking lot at River Park Inukai, about 700 meters to the farm) 【Notes】 There are no restrooms or water facilities in the fields. Please use the restroom next to the parking lot before heading to the venue. ■■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, Kyushu ■■■■■■■■■■■■

【National Hometown Fair】 The National Hometown Fair will be held from Saturday, October 31 to Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at the Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse Event Square, with the Mashu Lake Tourism Association also participating. We look forward to welcoming everyone! 🙇‍♂️🧸❣️ 2026 National Hometown Fair Date: October 31 (Saturday) to November 3 (Tuesday, public holiday), 2026 Location: Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse Event Square (1-1 Shinminato, Naka Ward, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture 231-0001) Hours: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, rain or shine Admission: Free 🚉City Subway About a 15-minute walk via the Bashamichi from "Sakuragicho Station" and about a 15-minute walk from "Kannai Station" 🚉Minatomirai Line About a 6-minute walk from "Bashamichi Station" or "Nihon-ōdōri Station" About a 12-minute walk from "Minatomirai Station". Please note that travel times are approximate and may vary depending on service conditions and transfers. ___ *The images used are from the event held in 2025.

[Lecture] Unraveling the Starry Sky of Teshikaga through Science! Autumn has arrived, bringing longer nights and clearer skies, making it the perfect season to enjoy the beautiful starry sky of Teshikaga Town. The way we see the night sky varies depending on the location and time. Why can we see such a beautiful starry sky in Teshikaga Town? In this lecture, we will welcome Mayuki Sano-Aihara, who studies the brightness of the night sky, to explore the charm of Teshikaga's starry sky from a scientific perspective. How do we measure the brightness of the stars, and what can we learn from the data? Through the study of the night sky, we will learn the importance of observing the changes in our surrounding natural environment. By looking at the familiar starry sky through the lens of science, why not rediscover the natural beauty of Teshikaga Town? Whether you love the stars or have an interest in science, the natural environment, or the profession of research, please feel free to join us. Implementation Period Date: November 11 (Wednesday) and 13 (Friday), 7 PM - 9 PM
*The content will be the same on both days. Venue: Town Community Center, Training Room Target Audience: Town residents, approximately 20 people on both days (children under junior high school must be accompanied by a guardian) Participation Fee: Free What to Bring: Writing utensils Application Deadline: November 9 (Monday) Organizer: Teshikaga Eco-Town Promotion Council, Ecotourism Promotion Committee Tourism and Commerce Division, Tourism Promotion Section
088-3292
2-3-1 Chuo 2-chome, Teshikaga Town, Kawakami District, Hokkaido, Japan
Phone: 015-482-2940 Fax: 015-482-2696

On November 7th, the Shimoda Commerce and Industry Festival will take place 🚚✨. In addition to gourmet food stalls, there will be performances by Zushū Shirahama Taiko and fun events like mochi and candy throwing 🎪🎈. The "Civil Engineering Day Event" will also be held simultaneously 🚧✨. On that day, a lottery draw will be held for purchases over 1,000 yen, so please enjoy shopping along with the festivities 😌 Shimoda Commerce and Industry Festival 📍Roadside Station Kaikoku Shimoda Minato Large Parking Lot Date and Time: November 7, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM (held in light rain) Parking: Available (⚠️ Parking is expected to be crowded. Public transportation is recommended) Access: By bus 🚌 from Shimoda Station to Shirahama Beach (Line 9), get off at "Roadside Station Kaikoku Shimoda Minato" and walk a short distance / On foot 🚶‍♀️ about 10 minutes from Shimoda Station.