On Saturday, September 26, and Sunday, September 27, 2026, the "Ofune Matsuri" will be held at Hotaka Shrine, evoking the romance of ancient times. The Ofune Matsuri is a grand festival where five boats, decorated with Hotaka dolls, parade through the city amidst the sounds of flutes and drums, gathering at Hotaka Shrine for a sacred ritual. The tourism association will offer a viewing tour to fully enjoy this magnificent festival. Next to the shrine, the event "Azumino Terrace" will also take place, featuring food trucks and craft shops. It's an event where you can eat, shop, see, and play. This time, it's an event that encourages thinking about "the future of Azumino"! We have prepared five special benefits for this occasion! 1. A special viewing area close to the climax scene where the two adult boats collide! 2. Includes a 1,000 yen ticket usable at the "Azumino Terrace" event with food trucks and craft shops! 3. A delightful limited edition "Ofune Matsuri" goshuin (temple seal) on half paper! 4. Entry ticket to the Ofune Kaikan, where you can learn all about the Ofune Matsuri! 5. Boost your fortune from the powerful spot of Hotaka Shrine! For more details, visit the official website. https://reserve.489ban.net/client/azumino-e-tabi/0/detail/1128736...

The golden rice fields and blooming buckwheat fields of Azumino... A wonderful landscape spreads out! Although the lingering summer heat seems to continue, the mornings and evenings have become noticeably cooler in Azumino. 😄

This is Kokia at Hitachi Seaside Park. In autumn, the red Kokia spreads across the hills, moving those who see it.

[Save this] Here’s some tourist information about the Togakushi Shrine's Five Shrines tour!✨ Visiting the Five Shrines of Togakushi Shrine during the comfortable months of September to October is highly recommended! 〈Don’t forget to tap the "save" icon if you want to revisit this later!〉 "What is the Five Shrines Tour of Togakushi Shrine?" Togakushi Shrine consists of five shrines: Okusha, Naka Shrine, Hokosha, Kuzuryū Shrine, and Hinomiko Shrine. Each shrine offers different benefits and stamps, so you can enjoy exploring their unique characteristics. "Overview of the Five Shrines Tour" 【Period】You can visit year-round. *Okusha and Kuzuryū Shrine are closed during winter.* 【Transportation】Bus, private car, walking, etc. *There are paid parking lots, but the number of available spaces may be limited.* *You can use the reserved Togakushi Line sightseeing express bus from Nagano Station.* 【Duration】It varies depending on your mode of transportation, but if walking the entire route, it generally takes about half a day. 【Order of Worship】There are no formal rules, so please visit according to your schedule. "Recommended Information" 【Lunch】 Togakushi Soba, considered one of Japan's top three soba noodles, is highly recommended. There are many Togakushi soba restaurants around Naka Shrine. Additionally, there are shops offering soba and soft serve ice cream at the entrance of Okusha Sandō. 【Scenic Spots】 The thatched Zuijinmon gate and the avenue of cedars, which are over 400 years old, located halfway along the path to Okusha, are among Japan's top scenic spots. 【Commemorative Bookmark for Shrine Visits】 If you collect the stamps from all five shrines, you will receive a "Commemorative Bookmark for Shrine Visits"! 【Togakushi Walking and Climbing Guide】 Walking with a guide who has extensive experience and knowledge not only provides a sense of security but also offers new discoveries that differ from walking alone! You can apply for courses such as the Okusha worship course or the Five Shrines tour course according to your needs. *For more details, please visit the Togakushi Shrine Official Website or @togakushi_jinja.* #Togakushi Shrine #Togakushi #Five Shrines Tour of Togakushi Shrine #Nagano City #Nagano Tourism

🍁 Autumn in Hokkaido, Teshikaga 🍂 Don't just rush through it! Enjoy activities that immerse you in the nature of Teshikaga, surrounded by autumn leaves. This autumn in Teshikaga is all about moving from 'seeing' to 'experiencing.' We propose a unique autumn journey that can only be enjoyed during this season. As the peak foliage season approaches from late September to October, we are promoting Teshikaga's autumn experiences such as the 'Autumn Foliage Drive' to encounter breathtaking gradients, 'Activities' to savor the autumn colors, and 'Foot Bath Tours' to relax and unwind after your travels on PRtimes. 🍁 Additionally, the Lake Mashu Tourism Association is currently holding the popular LINE Point Rally, 'Teshikaga Forest Grand Party!' You can enter to win prizes based on the number of points you collect, and enjoy it at your own pace during the event period. We invite you to join us along with your autumn leaf viewing. For more details, check out PRtimes from our stories! ✔️✨

Announcement from Taiyo-no-Oka Engaru Park Cosmos Garden The cosmos season has arrived. Currently, about 70% of the cosmos garden is filled with a mixture of pink, red, and white native varieties, while yellow cosmos are in full bloom and flowering is progressing day by day. On Sunday, September 6th, the "Taiyo-no-Oka Cosmos Festa" will be held. This event features dance teams from within and outside the town in the "Cosmos Dance Festa," stage shows, and inflatable attractions, allowing families to enjoy while appreciating the cosmos. Come and see the beautifully blooming cosmos under the Okhotsk Blue sky! Address: Maru-O, Engaru Town, Monbetsu District, Hokkaido Phone Number: 0158-42-0488 Opening Hours: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Admission Fee: <Individual> Adults (high school students and above) 600 yen, Children (elementary and junior high school students) 300 yen <Group> *For groups of 10 or more Adults (high school students and above) 500 yen, Children (elementary and junior high school students) 200 yen Parking: 300 spaces (free)

Would you like to take a stroll with a nature guide in the autumn foothills of Ishizuchi Mountain? We will travel by chartered bus to an elevation of about 1,700 meters and enjoy a walk while observing autumn alpine plants. Along the way, you can also see changes in vegetation due to the elevation difference and enjoy the scenery of the foothills. This is not a summit tour, so please feel free to join us. "Kamegamori Flower Watching Tour - Autumn" 〇Travel Cost 8,900 yen per person (tax included), including guide, chartered bus, and lunch 〇Dates October 7th (Wed), 8th (Thu), and 21st (Wed) in the year 26 〇Time 8:35 AM (Gathering) – 3:30 PM 〇Meeting Place Saijo City Tourism Exchange Center 〇Number of Participants 20 people per session (minimum required number is 15) 〇Deadline 10 days before each tour date 〇Contact and Reservations Saijo City Tourism and Products Association Registered Travel Agency No. 3-201 by the Governor of Ehime Prefecture TEL: 0897-56-2605 For more details, please check the website of the Saijo City Tourism and Products Association.

Hello, this is Ryusuidou😊 As September begins, we can gradually feel the autumn🍂 breeze in Shosenkyo Gorge during the mornings and evenings. The greenery along the walking paths🌿 is still deep and vibrant, but as we approach the season of autumn leaves, the path to Senga Falls will be adorned with a beautiful gradient that looks like a painting🍁 We are looking forward to this year's arrival of autumn✨ 💎 ~September Birthstone~ 【Sapphire】 Typically represented by a deep, transparent blue, sapphires actually come in a variety of colors, including pink and orange. Each variation has its own unique beauty and charm✨ 【Kunzite】 Kunzite, with its beautiful lilac pink hue, is known for its transparency. It is often referred to as "the stone of deep love and healing," characterized by its gentle, enveloping colors💎 In the upper area of Senga Falls, there are many spots where you can forget your daily life and enjoy, such as Hachushuike, where you can toss in eight beads with your wishes. Also, in front of Hachushuike, there is a photo spot for the "Japan Heritage - Shosenkyo"📷✨ This time, the decision to continue the designation as Japan Heritage has also been made. Please take the time to enjoy Shosenkyo, which has beautiful nature and a deep history and culture😊 At Ryusuidou, you can also view various natural stones💎 We all look forward to the day we can see your wonderful smiles.

Rice harvesting has begun in various places in Azumino. As the golden carpet that decorates the landscape will soon be gone, please come and see it soon! 😆

Located at the foot of the Northern Alps, Omachi City's "La CASTA Natural Healing Garden" 🌿 As soon as you step inside, you are enveloped by the gentle scent of beautiful flowers and herbs, creating a truly soothing space...✨ It feels like being in a storybook, a wonderful place indeed. Experience nature with all your senses and refresh your daily fatigue! 😆

A beautiful stream flowing through the wasabi fields and a view from the wasabi fields along the early spring song monument in the Northern Alps.

Blessed with clear weather in Azumino, the rice ears are heavy with grain. The forecast predicted temperatures rising to 37°C during the day, so please be cautious of heatstroke!

This is a scene from Nasumachi, Tochigi Prefecture. A mother and daughter walk hand in hand along a path surrounded by colorful trees. Leaves are scattered at their feet, and vibrant flowers line both sides of the road. There's nothing particularly special about it, but the time spent walking together will become precious memories when looked back on someday. This captures a day in autumn.

Under the golden ginkgo tree, my daughter spread her arms wide. The grounds of Iouin in Okegawa City, Saitama Prefecture, evoke a sense of history, surrounded by ginkgo leaves covering the ground. The beauty of autumn, cherished by the Japanese for generations, intertwines with the innocent figure of a child living in the present. It is a scene of autumn in Japan that I want to cherish forever.

Shosenkyo Gorge, designated as a "Priority Support Area"! In 2020, Shosenkyo Gorge was recognized as a Japan Heritage site, and along with the continuation of this recognition, it has now been selected as a "Priority Support Area" by the Agency for Cultural Affairs! This selection is based on the beautiful gorge, its history as a source of crystals, and the collaborative efforts of local government, communities, and students. We will continue to work together to promote the natural beauty, culture, and historical charm of Shosenkyo both domestically and internationally.

Experience the great nature of Hokkaido with your family🌿🛶 Canoeing at Lake Kussharo creates special memories with stunning views and unforgettable moments. After a fun-filled day, relax at the hotel✨ Save this for your next family trip😊 Be sure to follow us for the latest updates from 📍Kussharo Prince Hotel🌿 https://www.instagram.com/kussharo_ph/...

ℹ️ As of today, August 31st, the swimming period at Shirahama Ohama Beach and Kujuppama Beach has ended. This marks the end of the swimming period at all beaches in Shimoda City. Thank you to everyone who visited this year! 🌊✨ Starting tomorrow, September 1st, there will be no lifeguards or monitors on duty. When spending time at the beach after September, let's enjoy safely and without taking unnecessary risks.✨

This photo was taken at Endo Farm in Kumagaya City, Saitama Prefecture. It offers a prime spot to overlook the sunflowers blooming all around under the summer sky. From the top of a tall ladder, my daughter points and laughs at something she found. May this vibrant scene, filled with the bright yellow of the sunflowers and the blue sky, become a cherished summer memory for our family someday.

-The Door to Summer- This photo was taken at Ad Maridué in Kitamoto City, Saitama Prefecture. On a summer day, the blue sky and green countryside spread out before me. Beyond the yellow door lay a nostalgic landscape of a Japanese summer. I imagined the small back of my daughter, arms wide open as she prepared to run, filled with the anticipation of the summer to come and the desire for the memories of summer to last forever.

Experience unforgettable moments with your family in Hokkaido 🌿🛶 Feel the great outdoors at Lake Kussharo and the source of the Kushiro River as you glide along in a canoe. The sound of water, the lush scenery, and a mystical world that can only be experienced here. After a day of fun, you can relax at the hotel✨ Be sure to follow us for the latest updates from📍Kussharo Prince Hotel🌿 https://www.instagram.com/kussharo_ph/...

Here are the reasons you'll want to take it slow. Even the time spent doing nothing becomes a part of your travel memories. Experience the unique views of Kushiro, known as one of the world's three great sunset cities. Enjoy a relaxing moment at the Kushiro Prince Hotel. Follow us to check the latest updates from 📍Kushiro Prince Hotel!✨ https://www.instagram.com/kushiroprincehotel/...

Shomyo Falls, the tallest waterfall in Japan at 350 meters, flows with melted snow from the Tateyama Mountain Range even in August. This deep valley allows you to experience the refreshing coolness of summer through your senses—skin, ears, and eyes.

🌿✨ Would you like to observe the distillation process of the rare "Wahakka"? ✨🌿 "Wahakka" is carefully cultivated in Takinoue Town. In fact, Takinoue Town boasts the highest production of Wahakka in Japan. A special experience plan has been introduced where you can closely observe the "distillation process" that extracts aromatic components from this rare Wahakka! 🌿 This time, it's a collaboration between Takinoue Wahakka Lab, Takinoue Hotel Keikoku, and Takinoue Town Tourism Association. Not only will you observe the distillation process, but you can also enjoy mini-seminars, lunch using Wahakka, a Wahakka bath, and a Wahakka Lorry sauna, all of which allow you to fully enjoy the unique "aroma" of Wahakka in Takinoue. 🌿 Day trip plan on September 19 (Saturday) 4,000 yen (tax included) ・Observation of Wahakka distillation process ・Hakka arranged meal ・Hakka bath & Wahakka Lorry sauna 🌿 Accommodation plan on September 18 (Friday) 18,000 yen (tax included) for one night with three meals ・Observation of Wahakka distillation process ・Lunch and dinner featuring Wahakka ・Wahakka amenities and more 👥 Limited to the first 20 participants! Additionally, those who bring an empty 500ml plastic bottle will receive aromatic distillate water of Wahakka as a gift for those who wish! 🎁 This is a special day to enjoy Takinoue's Wahakka through your five senses, not just by "seeing," but also by "smelling," "tasting," and "being healed." 📞 For applications and inquiries Takinoue Hotel Keikoku 0158-29-3399 📞 For inquiries about the tour Takinoue Town Tourism Association 0158-29-2730 *Please note that the content may change or be canceled due to weather or growth conditions.

When you open the door, a tranquil moment gently welcomes you. Beyond the curtains lies Lake Kussharo. With your favorite drink in hand, simply gaze at the scenery. No need to worry about the time. It's perfectly fine to have a day like that. Welcome to a time just for you and the lake. Indulge in the luxury of doing nothing at Kussharo Prince Hotel. Be sure to follow us for the latest updates from 📍Kussharo Prince Hotel🌿 https://www.instagram.com/kussharo_ph/...

On August 23rd, Azumino experienced a stunning sunrise 😆 Waking up early was truly rewarding.

At the Roadside Station Yachiho Kogen's Bloomin, there are plenty of apples on display✨ The red, ripe apples are lined up in the store👀🍎 As the season progresses, it's exciting to see various fruits appearing on the shelves! When you stop by, be sure to take a look♩

What awaits beyond the door is a tranquil view overlooking Lake Kussharo. Welcome to a time just for you and the lake. Step away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and let yourself embrace the slow flow of time. This summer, indulge in the luxury of doing nothing at the Kussharo Prince Hotel. Be sure to follow us for the latest updates from 📍Kussharo Prince Hotel 🌿 https://www.instagram.com/kussharo_ph/...

The Heart and Healing Marche will be held on Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 10:30 AM to 3:30 PM at EZO HOUSE in Kawayu Onsen. You can enjoy delicious okonomiyaki while also experiencing healing services such as fortune-telling and oil massages. We invite everyone to join us and enjoy a time of healing!✨ Heart and Healing Marche Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026, 10:30 AM - 3:30 PM Location: Kawayu Onsen EZO HOUSE

Tracing the River Town from Inukai Port: Ono River SUP Geo Tour ❚ Held on September 13, 2023 In the nature-rich Ono River in Inukai Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture, the "Tracing the River Town from Inukai Port: Ono River SUP Geo Tour" will take place. This relaxed SUP (Stand Up Paddleboard) tour allows you to rediscover the charm of the town from the water. Along the way, you will encounter local historical sites such as the remnants of Inukai Port, once a bustling logistics hub, and Nami-nori Jizō, highlighting the unique history of the river and life in the area. A land-based briefing will be conducted at the start of the tour, ensuring that even those new to SUP can participate with confidence. This experience is available for those in the fifth grade and above, making it a great outing for families and friends. Why not spend a special time feeling the pleasant river breeze? 【Date】 Sunday, September 13, 2023, Gathering at 9:30 AM / Scheduled to end at 12:30 PM 【Location】 Ono River Riverside Park Parking Lot (Inukai Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture) 【Fee】 4,000 yen (to be paid at the venue) 【Eligibility】 Fifth graders and above 【Capacity】 12 participants 【Application Deadline】 Sunday, September 6, 2023 【Notes】 The event will proceed in light rain; in case of severe weather, it will be postponed to Sunday, September 27. 【Contact】 Oita Bungoono Geo Park Promotion Council (TEL: 0974-22-4089) ■■Access from Fukuoka Prefecture and Kumamoto Prefecture to the center of Bungoono City■■■ Approximately 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station, Fukuoka Prefecture Approximately 2 hours by car from JR Kumamoto Station, Kumamoto Prefecture Approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes by car from JR Beppu Station, Oita Prefecture Approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes by car from JR Yufuin Station, Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Introducing recommended spots for tourism in Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture, Kyushu ■■■■■■■■■■■■

On August 26th, 2019, we held the Mt. Kamegamori Flower Watching Tour. We comfortably traveled by chartered bus up to an elevation of 1,700 meters. Participants enjoyed the changes in vegetation, stunning views, and plant explanations by professional guides. In summer, the number of flowers is at its peak, providing a refreshing experience. Next, as follows, we will hold tours in October. On October 7th (Wednesday), 8th (Thursday), and 21st (Wednesday). We are currently accepting applications to enjoy the autumn mountain atmosphere. We hope you will join us! For inquiries and reservations: 0897-56-2605