On August 14, 2026, the Komatsu Fire Festival was held in Ogata Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture. This fire festival, believed to have originated in the Edo period, is a traditional event dedicated to the memorial of the village headman who fell victim to a rebellion, as well as a prayer for abundant harvests. At 7:30 PM, the flames lit up the wide fields, slowly rising and creating a unique landscape of Ogata Town. It was a night that felt both lively and, in some way, serene. ■■Access to the center of Bungoono City from Fukuoka Prefecture and Kumamoto Prefecture■■■ 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 sightseeing and recommended spots in Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture, Kyushu ■■■■■■■■■■■■

How about waking up to a sweet aroma in the morning? On the buffet table, you'll find colorful vegetables, Hokkaido potato butter croquettes, and fluffy scrambled eggs made with local eggs. And, pancakes that you can cook yourself. Enjoy a breakfast featuring Hokkaido ingredients, savoring the blessings of nature🍚✨ Take a leisurely morning in Kussharo, a slightly luxurious time. May such moments add color to your journey☀ Please follow us to receive the latest information from Kussharo Prince Hotel🌿 https://www.instagram.com/kussharo_ph/...

The nature interaction event "Lecture: Rediscovering the Nature of Mashu" will be held! At Teshikaga Town Public Hall and Kawayu Visitor Center, the nature interaction event "Lecture: Rediscovering the Nature of Mashu" - A Story of Volcanoes, Forests, and Lakes - will take place on September 12 at Kawayu Visitor Center! The nature of the Mashu area is shaped by a dynamic connection where forests grow and lakes are born on land created by volcanic activity. In this course, we will introduce the region's nature (including topography, plants, and animals) while looking at photos and materials, clearly unraveling "What kind of nature is here, and why can we see this landscape?" It’s a time to take a fresh look at the familiar nature of Mashu. We aim to provide an opportunity for "rediscovery," where the scenery you always see may look a little different. Nature Interaction Event at Teshikaga Town Public Hall and Kawayu Visitor Center "Lecture: Rediscovering the Nature of Mashu" - A Story of Volcanoes, Forests, and Lakes - Date: September 12 (Saturday) Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Location: Kawayu Visitor Center Instructor: Kawayu Visitor Center Staff Participation Fee: Free Capacity: 15 people Application Deadline: September 4 (Apply at Teshikaga Town Public Hall. Phone: 015-482-2340) *Please make your application by phone to Teshikaga Town Public Hall in advance. The event will take place at Kawayu Visitor Center, so please be careful not to get it mixed up.

As a child, I peered into the small universe of marbles every time I drank ramune. As an adult, I tried to capture the grand fireworks illuminating the night sky of Yokohama and the beautifully lit sailing ship Nippon Maru within that small marble. The collaboration of the retro ramune bottle and the vibrant night view of Minatomirai. It's an unforgettable summer night memory where nostalgia and novelty intersect.

From Osaka to Kochi Prefecture to Ehime Prefecture🚗 I visited the stunning summer spots, Cape Ashizuri and Kashiwa-jima. The sea is blue! It was refreshing🌊 The hotel was not far from the John Mung Museum. In Matsuyama City, Ehime Prefecture, I enjoyed food walking at Dogo Onsen♨️! I had the tempura of Ichiroku Tart for 200 yen (tax included). It was incredibly delicious😋

Summer settled over the village like a green silence. The mountains slept beneath the endless blue sky, while cicadas sang from the trees as if they had been singing there forever. Bright flowers bloomed along an empty roadside, leading somewhere unknown. A lazy afternoon, a gentle breeze, and the delicate sound of wind chimes drifting through Okutama made this summer feel a little more magical.

A Definitive Guide: From Kushiro to Lake Kussharo! Explore Kushiro Shitsugen, Roadside Station, Mt. Io, and Sunayu on a scenic drive through eastern Hokkaido. Departing from Kushiro Prince Hotel, we introduce the classic route to Kussharo Prince Hotel while visiting breathtaking spots and foot baths. ✨ The drive from Kushiro to Kussharo Prince Hotel takes about an hour and a half without stops. Enjoy a seamless driving journey! ✨ Experience two destinations and diverse landscapes in one trip. Follow us and check the latest updates from 📍Kushiro Prince Hotel! ✨ https://www.instagram.com/kushiroprincehotel/...

How about waking up to sweet aromas in the morning? Breakfast at the Kussharo Prince Hotel is a time to savor the start of your day slowly. The buffet features the natural blessings of Hokkaido. Tempted by the sweet scents, you can't help but reach for a freshly made dish. Enjoy Hokkaido's potato butter croquette and fluffy scrambled eggs made with local eggs. Experience a special morning time surrounded by the nature of Kussharo. Discover a unique dish that you can only find here, just for you. Be sure to follow us for the latest updates from 📍Kussharo Prince Hotel 🌿 https://www.instagram.com/kussharo_ph/...

Oita Bungoono Outing Information ❚ Inazumi Underwater Cave Sightseeing Boat At the Inazumi Underwater Cave in Mie Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture, you can enjoy an experience of an underwater cave and firefly river sightseeing boat. The cave maintains a temperature of about 16°C throughout the year. A serene atmosphere allows you to leave the summer heat behind and feel the charm of the cave submerged in water. The Inazumi Underwater Cave is said to have formed over approximately 200 million years and was submerged during the great eruption of Mt. Aso around 85,000 years ago. You can slowly enjoy the depth that cannot be touched just by walking around, from the comfort of the boat. The sightseeing boat moves under the guidance of staff, taking about 10 minutes. While listening to the formation and highlights of the cave, you will explore the interior from the water's surface perspective. Why not try experiencing the quiet time spread across the bottom of the cave? 【Location】Inazumi Underwater Cave (300 Nakatsuduru, Mie Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture) 【Fee】Sightseeing boat 2,500 yen (additional entrance fee required) 【Capacity】3 adults 【Access】About 60 minutes by car from Mera Interchange on the Ōita Expressway About 20 minutes by car from Mie Town Station on the JR Hōhi Main Line 【Parking】Available 【Contact】Inazumi Underwater Cave TEL: 0974-26-2468 【Notes】No need to change clothes. Please check the operation status in advance on the day. ■■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 ■■■■■■■■■■■■

Let's enjoy Teshikaga with the whole family! This time, we will introduce recommended events for spending the best family time in the summer of Teshikaga! People of all ages can enjoy it together! 🚗💨 ___ 01 Lecture: "Peeking into Lake Mashu" On August 27th, a lecture titled "Peeking into Lake Mashu: The Underwater World Revealed Through Water Temperature and Quality Surveys" will be held at Kawayu Visitor Center.👀💕 The speaker will be Professor Hideo Oyagi from the School of Policy Studies at Nanzan University. Let's think about the future of Lake Mashu together! Date: August 27th (Thursday) 18:00-20:00 *On that day, the opening hours will be extended until 21:00. *Admission is free. *The café on the second floor will be open until 20:10 (limited items for sale). 02 LINE Points Rally "Teshikaga Forest Grand Party - Invitation from the Swans" Due to its popularity last year, the LINE Points Rally project will return this year with an extended period. We have prepared a lottery for attractive luxurious prizes based on the points you earn, so we sincerely look forward to your participation! 🦢💌💙 ___ For more details, please check the QR code provided or visit Teshikaga Navi directly.🔍☺️ Let's fully enjoy the refreshing summer of Teshikaga! 🧚🏻‍♀️⛰️❣️ This might be the best season to enjoy Teshikaga! https://www.masyuko.or.jp/news/morinobigparty/... https://www.masyuko.or.jp/news/mashukonozoku/...

✨The day has finally arrived❗️ The 19th Azumino Fireworks✨ The "Azumino Fireworks," which colors the summer night of Azumino, will kick off at 7 PM on Friday, August 14th. The fireworks, launched at the foot of the Northern Alps and surrounded by rich nature, are truly spectacular❗️ Please enjoy the grand display of blossoms, light, and sound up close against the clear night sky😆 For more details, visit the official website https://azumino-hanabi.com//

Let's enjoy Teshikaga with the whole family! Here are some recommended spots to spend quality family time in summer Teshikaga! Everyone, regardless of age or gender, can enjoy together 🚗💨 ___ 01 For transportation! For sightseeing! Rent a bicycle 🚲💨 The scenery changes dramatically when you move by bicycle instead of driving past. You might discover a new side of Teshikaga 👀💕 02 Create your own outdoor hot spring! Digging for hot springs in the sand How about digging for hot springs together with kids and even dogs? You can enjoy this unique activity. It might even be a great topic for summer vacation research! Let's fully enjoy the great nature of Teshikaga! ♨️ I personally recommend the cute cushions sold at the shop, which feel great to touch 🦕💙 03 Only now! A grand panorama! Lake Mashu SKY Cruise The annual scenic flight 🚁. You can enjoy the great nature of Teshikaga in a private space. Of course, taking photos is also allowed!! Experience a special version of Lake Mashu just for you 📸 04 LINE Points Rally Teshikaga Forest Grand Party ~Invitation from the Swans~ The popular LINE Points Rally event from last year is making a comeback!! It starts on 8/8✨ Please join us! ___ For more details, please check the QR code in the recommendations or visit Teshikaga Navi directly 🔍✨ Of course! In addition to the destinations introduced this time, Teshikaga has many other activities, which I will introduce little by little ✌︎ Let's fully enjoy the refreshing summer of Teshikaga 🧚🏻‍♀️⛰️❣️ And of course, don't underestimate health issues like heatstroke; take breaks gradually and enjoy without overdoing it. https://www.masyuko.or.jp...

The Highland Guide Training Session A training session for highland guides was held at Yachiho Highland Nature Park✨ This year's theme was "Plants and Moss" During the training, we walked through the park with the instructor, who provided explanations about the plants and moss found in the nature park. Even in areas we usually walk through, focusing on the plants and moss led to many new discoveries👀

[Ultimate Guide] A Scenic Drive Journey from Kushiro to Lake Kussharo! Departing from Kushiro, spend a night at Kussharo Prince Hotel. The vast white sea of clouds, a garden bathed in the bright morning light, and the mysterious cobalt blue of Mashu Blue. You can return the rental car to the area (Kushiro), allowing for a smooth and efficient journey. Be sure to follow for the latest information from 📍 Kussharo Prince Hotel 🌿 https://www.instagram.com/kussharo_ph/...

Rice Field Owner System, Second Round Grass Cutting We will remove the barnyard grass mainly growing in the rice paddies The rice ears are growing well☺

The lotus flowers blooming in the fallow fields of Azumino are at their best They are blooming near the Prefectural Children's Hospital♪ *This is private land and fallow fields managed by individuals. Please enjoy quietly while respecting the manners and avoiding any obstruction to the farm roads and surrounding traffic.

The JR Oito Line runs through Azumino... It passes through rural landscapes From the window, you can enjoy the lush green rice fields and the mountain range of the Northern Alps. 😊

When you come to Azumino, be sure to look for the mountain "Mt. Ariake." It has a shape similar to Mount Fuji, and is also called Shinano Fuji. 🗻 This morning, there were no clouds, and it was clearly visible. It's easy to spot, so give it a try! 😆

This morning in Azumino, we were blessed with weather that allowed us to see the distant peaks of Hakuba. 😄 At this time of year, clouds can quickly roll in and obscure the mountains...💦 Wake up a little earlier and enjoy the scenery of Azumino! 😆

A Town That Makes You Love Mornings – Azumino The early rice ears are beginning to ripen in the fields The dew is shining in the morning sun Although the sunlight is strong, it feels like a summer morning in Azumino, with cool air making it a pleasant morning.

Kajika no Sato Park, a waterfront park in Azumino, is a well-maintained area dedicated to the revival of the stream-dwelling Kajika fish. It also features a campground, offering a fantastic location with views of the Northern Alps. 😆

The lotus flowers at Seigen-ji Temple in Azumino are beautiful. Here, you can find a cedar tree-lined path reminiscent of Togakushi Shrine's inner sanctuary, and on the right side of the grounds, there is a lotus field.

At 4:38 AM on August 9, 2026, in Chikura, Minamiboso City, the colors of the sky, gradually moving towards dawn, are beautiful during the thirty minutes before sunrise. It's my favorite time. Waking up early has its rewards!

Around 4:30 AM on August 9th This is a shot taken just before dawn in Minamiboso City, Chiba Prefecture. The spray from the waves enveloped the port town in thick fog. The ethereal atmosphere was wonderful.

I visited the stunning Italian restaurant 'amarancia' in Minamiawaji with a friend, overlooking the sea. The food was delicious, the staff were cool and friendly, and the restaurant had a wonderful atmosphere with breathtaking views! If you find yourself in Minamiawaji, be sure to stop by; I highly recommend it! The meal included a lunch course an assortment of appetizers marinated shrimp a choice of pasta fresh fish aquapazza a selection of grilled meats that we chose. According to my friend Hitomi, all the dishes were very generous in portion. I think it's rare for Italian restaurants in Japan to serve a course meal with appetizers to the main dish on large plates for sharing, which felt fresh and nice. The marinated shrimp was flattened, creamy yet rich in flavor, and it was my favorite dish!❣️ Since it was a special occasion, I chose the seafood oil pasta. The toppings were simple with tomatoes and mussels, but the various seafood flavors were delightful, making it a joy to eat!‼️ All three meat dishes had a wonderful charcoal-grilled aroma, each offering a unique meat flavor! By the time the main dish was served, I was nearly full, but it was so satisfying that I could have gone for some rice or bread!❣️❣️ (Hitomi's comment) Sharing delicious and hearty dishes with close friends while chatting, surrounded by a stylish interior and breathtaking views of Naruto Ohashi, with kind and cool staff. This space allows you to enjoy the joy of eating and the precious time spent with important friends through all your senses. You can have a great time at 'TRATTORIA amarancia.'

As the golden hour gently embraces Furano, waves of lavender bloom beneath a sky of fading light. A solitary red hut rests among the purple fields, with emerald meadows and layered mountains quietly unfolding beyond. In this brief summer glow, the landscape feels less like a place and more like a memory waiting to be kept.

A Definitive Guide to a Scenic Drive from Kushiro to Lake Kussharo! Depart from Kushiro and stay at the Kussharo Prince Hotel. The next morning starts with an early morning sea of clouds, followed by a visit to the Lakeside Garden by the lakeshore, the cobalt blue Kaminoko Pond, and Lake Mashu before returning to Kushiro Airport. Enjoy the ultimate scenic drive in Eastern Hokkaido 🚙✨ Be sure to follow us and receive the latest information from 📍 Kussharo Prince Hotel 🌿 https://www.instagram.com/kussharo_ph/...

I visited the sunflower field at Shioya no Hatake in SakaiIyoku, Isesaki City, Gunma Prefecture. ᡣ( ᐢ ᵕ ᐢ )✨ The vast expanse of sunflowers looked like a yellow carpet ◝(*'▿'*)◜✨ The contrast with the blue sky was beautiful, making it the perfect spot to feel the essence of summer. (◕ᴗ◕)📸🌻💛 *Photo taken on July 11th.

Harajiri Falls Boat Tour ❚ August 12-16, 2026 The Harajiri Falls Boat Tour will be held at Harajiri Falls in Ogata Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture. Experience the beauty of Harajiri Falls, known as the Niagara of the East, up close in a raft boat this summer. The view from near the waterfall offers a unique perspective, showcasing the impressive scenery that can only be enjoyed during this time of year. For those wanting to enjoy the splashes of water, the Adventure Course is recommended, while those who prefer a leisurely view can opt for the Scenic Course. Why not enjoy a moment closer to Harajiri Falls this summer in Bungoono? 【Date】August 12 (Wed), 13 (Thu), 14 (Fri), 15 (Sat), 16 (Sun), 2026 ▶Each day from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM 【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】You can choose from the following two options ①Adventure Course (approximately 30 minutes) ¥4,000 per person *You will get wet. Please bring a change of clothes, shoes that can get wet, and a towel. A simple changing room will be provided. ②Scenic Course (approximately 15 minutes) ¥3,000 per person *You will get slightly wet from the splashes of water. 【Eligibility】Ages 3 and up (children must be accompanied by a guardian) 【Application】Please apply using the QR code on the flyer ■Other Information The event may be canceled due to weather conditions or river flooding. If there are openings on the day, we can also accommodate walk-ins without reservations. Reservations for non-event times are also accepted at any time (please check the application form above for details). ■Inquiries about the event Moon Bridge Co., Ltd. × South Wave (Contact: Ono) TEL 090-6896-5296