Taken on September 14, 26. This is the hot sandwich set from LEC COFFEE. It includes a hot sandwich with egg, bacon, and tomato, salad, and butternut squash soup. It's pumpkin season now. 🎃

Event Announcement 📣 On September 20th (Sunday), the 50th Hakurin Park Festival will be held in Taiki Town 😊 This autumn industrial festival offers a unique taste of Taiki Town, with its mountains and sea 🎵🎵 The event will kick off with a powerful performance of the local folk art "Hikata River Taiko," created to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Taiki Town's establishment in 1978! The special stage will feature performances by local children, a karaoke show by enka singer Keisuke Yamauchi, and an impersonation live show by Hiro Aoyama, making for a jam-packed program ✨✨ In the exhibition and experience booths, there will be popular activities like the "Fluffy Dome," badge-making, coloring, and woodworking workshops for children to enjoy. Plus, a gathering of "working vehicles"! 🚓🚒 The gourmet and product exhibition area will be rich with delicious local cuisine, including food booths and a direct sale of Taiki beef. Additionally, specialty products from sister city Sōma City, Fukushima Prefecture, and friendly city Yoshioka Town, Gunma Prefecture, as well as products from the Galactic Federation, will all be available to savor 😍 There will also be a "Fall Chum Salmon Catching" event exclusively for children under elementary school age, and the finale of the event will feature a fun lottery! 🎀 It's a day of fun for both adults and children. We hope you come with your family to create wonderful memories 🤗 🔶 Date: September 20, 2026 🔶 Venue: Hakurin Park, Taiki Town 🔶 Contact: 50th Hakurin Park Festival Executive Committee (Taiki Town Tourism Association Office) TEL: 01558-6-2114 https://visit-taiki.hokkaido.jp/sp_detail.php?id=150...

The sunny landscape of Azumino revealed Mt. Jonen. Lately, rainy days have continued, preventing us from seeing the typical scenery of Azumino... It's a landscape that indicates autumn is approaching.

The flowing water emerging from Azumino is nourished by the spring water from the Northern Alps, cultivating wasabi and Shinshu Salmon. Aquatic plants sway gently, creating a pleasant atmosphere. 😆

Taken on September 14, 26. This is the Ai-Tai fortune slip from Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine.

The Beer Garden Flavor Festival is here!👏🏻 This year features a five-day Silver Week!! From September 19 (Saturday) to September 22 (Tuesday), it will be held at the event square in front of Michi-no-Eki Iwanai‼️ Enjoy a variety of fun activities, including bingo and karaoke contests!♪ And guess what! There will be a live performance by participants from the "NHK Nodo Jiman Taikai" broadcast on August 23!🎤 For more details, please check the flyer♪ Organized by: Iwanai Michi-no-Eki Enthusiasm Team "Flavor Festival" Executive Committee On September 20 during the event, a light truck market is also planned on Ekimaedoori! Thank you for your support!🙏

Event Announcement 📣 On Saturday, September 19th, the "Yotsuba Milk Festa 2026 – Tokachi Milk Factory Open Day" will be held 😊 This event has been held since 2006 as an opportunity to promote the consumption of milk and dairy products and to express gratitude to the local community 🎀 At the venue, you can enjoy learning about milk and dairy farming through various activities such as sales of local agricultural products and food, factory tours of milk and butter, a simulated milking experience, and a dairy farming panel exhibition 🐄 Additionally, popular attractions for children include a fluffy dome, face painting, and sales of dairy products, pizza, and soft serve ice cream, along with a limited edition "Corn Parfait Milk Festa Version" 🍦 The stage program features a talk show by Angelina 1/3, performances by local students, and a collaboration stage with Miruru-chan from Yotsuba and Wagyu-rye, offering plenty of highlights 😍 Moreover, as part of a highly popular initiative, you can exchange five empty 1-liter milk cartons for one roll of recycled toilet paper (limited to eight rolls per person. Please bring your own eco-bag) We will deliver the deliciousness and fun of milk and dairy products straight to you 🤗 🔶 Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM 🔶 Venue: Yotsuba, Inc. Tokachi Milk Factory Event Venue 🔶 Contact: Yotsuba, Inc. Tokachi Milk Factory General Affairs Department TEL: 0155-42-2121 https://www.yotsuba.co.jp/all-topics/...

Taken on September 14, 2026. This is a windmill in front of the Otorii gate at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. I thought it might be one of the last chances to see it, so I went to take a look.

Taken on September 14, 26. This is the flower water at Naritasan Kawagoe Betsuin.

Harajiri Falls Boat Tour ❚ September 21-23, 2026 The Harajiri Falls Boat Tour will take place at Harajiri Falls in Ogata Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture. Experience the beauty of Harajiri Falls, often referred to as the Niagara of the East, up close on a raft boat. Enjoy a view from near the waterfall’s basin, offering a different perspective and thrilling experience. For those who want to feel the splashes of water, the Adventure Course is recommended, while those who prefer a leisurely view should choose the Scenic Course. Why not enjoy a moment closer to Harajiri Falls this autumn in Bungoono? 【Date】September 21 (Mon, Holiday), 22 (Tue), 23 (Wed, Holiday) ▶10:00 AM - 4:00 PM each day 【Location】Harajiri Falls (410 Harajiri, Ogata Town, Bungoono City) ▶Please arrive at the stairs leading down to the falls 30 minutes before your reservation time. 【Courses】Choose from the following two options ① Adventure Course (about 30 minutes) ¥4,000 per person *You will get wet. Please bring a change of clothes, water-friendly shoes, and a towel. A simple changing room will be provided. ② Scenic Course (about 15 minutes) ¥3,000 per person *You may get slightly wet from the splashes. 【Eligibility】Ages 3 and up (children must be accompanied by a guardian) 【Application】Please apply via the QR code on the flyer ■Additional Information The event may be canceled due to weather or river flooding. If there are openings on the day, we can accommodate without a reservation. Reservations for non-event times are also being accepted (please check the application form above for details). ■Inquiries about the event Moon Bridge Co., Ltd. × SOUTH WAVE (Contact: Ono) TEL 090-6896-5296 ■■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 Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture, Kyushu ■■■■■■■■■■■■

Take a shuttle bus from JR Mashu Station to Kussharo Prince Hotel. Once you arrive, you can stroll around the autumn-colored Lake Kussharo, enjoy a dinner buffet, or relax in the hot springs. Travel easily and enjoy a leisurely trip. This autumn, head to Kussharo in Hokkaido, Michihigashi✨ For reference for your next trip to Kussharo, please be sure to "save" this. *The shuttle bus between Kussharo Prince Hotel and JR Mashu Station is free but requires a reservation. For details, please check the official website from the link in the profile. 📍Kussharo Prince Hotel https://www.instagram.com/kussharo_ph/...

The sunset in Kushiro, known as one of the three great sunsets in the world. From autumn to winter, when the air is clear, it is especially a beautiful season to enjoy the scenery. It takes about five minutes on foot from Nusamai Bridge, one of the three famous bridges in Hokkaido, to Kushiro Prince Hotel. Both the evening scenery and city walks make it a great base for enjoying Kushiro. Follow us to check the latest updates from 📍Kushiro Prince Hotel!✨ https://www.instagram.com/kushiroprincehotel/...

The peak blooming season has arrived!✨ Let me introduce you to the "Nagano Ooka Hinata Dahlia Garden" 🌼 With approximately 400 varieties and 800 dahlia plants in full bloom, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the Northern Alps! 〈If you want to revisit this later, don't forget to tap the "save" icon!〉 Dahlia Garden Information 【Opening Period】August 8, 2026 – October 31 【Opening Hours】9:00 AM – 4:00 PM 【Address】2105 Nakabaki, Ooka, Nagano City 【Parking】Available 【Entrance Fee】800 yen for adults, 400 yen for elementary and junior high school students *For more details, check @o__dahlia_oka.* #Love flowers #Scenic views with flowers #Breathtaking views #Nagano City #Nagano tourism

🦐✨We have compiled a list of accommodations where you can enjoy Ise shrimp! When it comes to autumn flavors in Izu Shimoda, it's all about Ise shrimp🦐 The Shimoda City Tourism Association has newly published a page featuring accommodations where you can eat Ise shrimp! From sashimi to grilled dishes, each accommodation offers various Ise shrimp dishes to enjoy🍽️✨ Why not savor Ise shrimp at your accommodation during your autumn trip to Shimoda?🌿 ▼Find accommodations where you can eat Ise shrimp here https://www.shimoda-city.info/iseebi-yado...

This photo was taken at the historical site "Odoi mound" of Kitano Tenmangu in Kamigyō-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture. The vibrant red and yellow trees illuminated beautifully, along with the carpet of fallen leaves at my feet, adorn the autumn nights of Kyoto splendidly. Captivated by the beauty of the illuminated tunnel of autumn leaves and the carpet of fallen leaves, I pressed the shutter to capture the enchanting deepening of autumn and its tranquil presence.

This is a photograph of the moss-covered thatched roof of Horyuin Temple, located in Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture. As autumn deepens, the surrounding foliage turns vibrant colors, creating a stunning contrast with the green moss. Combined with the stone-paved path, it presents a breathtaking view that evokes a sense of tranquility and the spirit of wabi-sabi. I was captivated by the heaviness of the moss-covered thatched roof and the vivid autumn leaves enveloping it. I strongly felt the desire to capture this quiet moment where the passage of time and the beauty of nature coexist.

Nisshoin Temple in the colorful autumn, a single golden leaf. Located in Sagano, Kyoto, Nisshoin Temple is known as a famous spot for autumn foliage and is a Tendai sect temple. The maple trees lining both sides of the stone steps leading to the temple are breathtaking. It enshrines Shaka Nyorai and Amitabha Buddha. Focusing on the vibrant yellow leaves in the foreground, I wanted to capture the stone steps of red leaves leading deeper into the temple, expressing the tranquility of this historic temple and the fleeting beauty of deepening autumn.

The Brick Bridge Carrying the Autumn of the Ancient Capital This brick arch bridge is the Suirokaku Aqueduct, located within the grounds of Nanzenji Temple in Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City. It was constructed as part of the Biwako Sosui to channel water from Lake Biwa into Kyoto City, and water still flows through it today. It is one of the iconic landscapes of Nanzenji, where retro architecture blends with rich nature. I was captivated by the contrast between the retro Suirokaku, which retains the charm of the Meiji era, and the vividly colored autumn leaves. I wanted to capture the weight of history and the passage of the seasons in a single shot, so I pressed the shutter.

Kyoto Daikaku-ji is the headquarters of the Shingon sect located in Saga, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture. The important cultural property, Ōsawa Pond, is said to have been a place where Heian aristocrats enjoyed boating, and its beautiful nature continues to captivate many people. I was captivated by the beauty of the autumn leaves reflected on the surface of Ōsawa Pond. I strongly desired to capture the fantastical scenery created by its vibrant colors.

Taken on September 9, 2026. This is the autumn display at Kawagoe Prince Hotel. The Kawagoe Festival is just around the corner next month, isn't it?🏮

Captured on September 9, 26. This is the autumn display at Kawagoe Prince Hotel. 🍁 The Kawagoe Festival will be held on October 17 and 18. 🏮

Captured on August 17, 26. This is the "Kawagoe Tanabata Musubuomoi Wind Chimes" at Kajimachi Hiroba Square.

Event Announcement 📣 On Saturday, September 19, the "Toyokoro Industrial Festival 2026" will be held 😊 "See, Taste, and Play!" This festival allows you to enjoy the autumn blessings of Toyokoro 🎵🎵 This year, special limited menus featuring "Toyosui" from Soma City and "Keisui" and "dried sweet potatoes" from Chikusei City will color the venue with luxurious autumn flavors 🎀 On stage, enjoy performances by the local Toyokoro Taiko group "Enkai" and the Toyokoro Junior High School brass band, as well as street performances by "Kosuke" and a glamorous singing show by enka singer Kaori Kouzai ✨✨ Additionally, the popular autumn salmon sale from Otsu and salmon catching events will be held‼️ There will also be a "mochi & candy toss" with local specialties as prizes, food trucks offering local flavors, and plenty of delicious gourmet options. We warmly invite you and your friends and family to join us 🤗 🔶Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026, 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM (Rain or shine) 🔶Venue: JA Toyokoro Multipurpose Square 🔶Contact: "Sea and Earth Festival" Toyokoro Industrial Festival 2026 Executive Committee Office (Toyokoro Town Hall, Industrial Section, Commerce and Tourism Division) TEL: 015-574-2217 https://www.toyokoro.jp/page/7802.html...

Photographed on July 26, 2026. These are the red thread wind chimes at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine.

The 39th Ontake-ryu Kagura Festival ❚ Held on October 25, 2026 The 39th Ontake-ryu Kagura Festival will take place at "Kagura no Sato Noba Park" in Kiyokawa-cho, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture. The main feature, Ontake Kagura, is said to have begun with the establishment of Ontake Shrine in the first year of Hōtoku (1449). In 2007, it was designated as an Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property by the national government. On the day of the event, six groups from various locations in the prefecture, including Ontake Kagura, are scheduled to perform. Food and beverage stalls will also be available, allowing visitors to enjoy a relaxing day from morning. Parking near the venue is limited, but on the day of the event, a free shuttle bus will operate back and forth from Bungo-Kiyokawa Station to the Kagura Hall (which has parking) and then to Noba Park. Be sure to witness the traditional dance of Kagura that has been passed down through generations. 【Date】Sunday, October 25, 2026, starting at 8:45 AM 【Location】Kagura no Sato Noba Park (Udaeda, Kiyokawa-cho, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture) 【Performing Groups】 Ichinoya Riraku (Usuki City, Ichinoya) Ogata Sansha Kagura Preservation Society (Ogata-cho, Bungoono City) Jōhara Kagura Preservation Society (Takeda City, Jōhara) Takenaka Kagura Preservation Society (Yufu City, Shonai-cho) Kiyokawa Children’s Kagura Preservation Society (Kiyokawa-cho, Bungoono City) Ontake Kagura (Kiyokawa-cho, Bungoono City) 【Admission Fee】 Please pay at the entrance on the day of the event. ▶ Junior high school students and above: 500 yen (all seats unreserved) *Please refrain from reserving spots before the day of the event. 【Access to the Venue】 Parking near the venue is limited. A shuttle bus will operate from Bungo-Kiyokawa Station on the day, so please use it. 【Shuttle Bus (Free)】Operating back and forth between Bungo-Kiyokawa Station and the venue Bungo-Kiyokawa Station → via Kagura Hall (with parking) → Noba Park 【Inquiries about the Festival】 The 39th Ontake-ryu Kagura Festival Executive Committee (Kiyokawa Branch, Bungoono City Hall) TEL: 0974-35-2111 ■■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 ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Tourism and recommended spots in Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■

Taken on July 30, 2026. These are the matchmaking wind chimes at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine.

Photographed on July 30, 2026. These are the matchmaking wind chimes at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine.

Photographed on July 30, 2014. These are the matchmaking wind chimes of Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine.

Minami-Izu Town Photo Contest 2026 is now accepting entries! "Visit again, Minami-Izu!!" We invite submissions capturing moments that made you feel like you want to visit again, such as memorable landscapes, experiences, and interactions. There are no restrictions on genres, whether it's nature, the sea, gourmet food, culture, or connecting with people. Please express the charm of Minami-Izu Town through your photographs. ◇ Application Period: Monday, June 1, 2026 – Sunday, January 31, 2027 ◇ Eligible Works: Works taken between Sunday, February 1, 2026 – Sunday, January 31, 2027 ◇ Prizes - Excellence Award - 1 winner… Prize money of 70,000 yen Additional prize: Accommodation voucher worth 10,000 yen for a member facility of the local tourism association - Minami-Izu Town Mayor's Award - 1 winner… Prize money of 30,000 yen Additional prize: Accommodation voucher worth 10,000 yen for a member facility of the local tourism association - Minami-Izu Town Chamber of Commerce President's Award - 1 winner… Prize money of 30,000 yen Additional prize: Accommodation voucher worth 10,000 yen for a member facility of the local tourism association - Minami-Izu Town Tourism Association President's Award - 1 winner… Prize money of 30,000 yen Additional prize: Accommodation voucher worth 10,000 yen for a member facility of the local tourism association - Honorable Mentions - 10 winners… Local specialty products worth 5,000 yen 【Notes】 ※ Works taken in other cities and towns (e.g., Ryugong Grotto, Cape Tsumeki's daffodils) are not eligible, so please understand in advance. ※ The number of prize winners may change depending on the judging criteria. ※ For more details on applications, please refer to the "Application Guidelines." ※ During the application period, please proceed from the "New Registration" button displayed (after the second time, it will be "Login"). ※ If your photos contain credits such as text or names, please remove them before submitting. Apply here → https://minamiizuphoto.mitte-x.istsw.jp/index.html?cn=226...

Taken on August 5, 2014. This is the wind chime for matchmaking at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine, along with the main hall designated as an Important Cultural Property.