【Best time to visit fireflies 🌌】 Speaking of Spot where you can Appreciation fireflies in Nobeoka City, there are Kitagawa, Yoshino, Maino, etc. It seems that it is ✨ in best time to visit in various places Let's 😊 continue to observe manners and Appreciation to protect this beautiful Nature ◎ Do not illuminate with bright lights, throw away trash, or harm Nature. ◎ Watch quietly so as not to disturb the people around you. ◎ Do not use insect repellent spray at the Appreciation area, and take measures such as long sleeves. 🪄 May the light of the fireflies dancing in the night sky be a memorable time for you

June is almost here! In Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture, blessed with great nature, you can see fireflies. At Hotaru-mi Park in Kuchiwa Town, Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture, many visitors gather every year. The fireflies fly from around 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., with a peak 30-minute period from about 9:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. About 300 meters downstream from Hotaru-mi Park there is a spot where Genji fireflies appear. This year’s best viewing time is expected to be later than usual because cherry blossoms bloomed late. Hotaru-mi Park has a campsite, and around July you can see Hime fireflies. Hime fireflies glow more quietly than Genji fireflies, and people who have gone camping at Hotaru-mi Park report the rare experience of seeing many fireflies gather in front of their tents. Hotaru-mi Park has few lights, making it an excellent place for firefly watching. At the “Firefly Viewing Gathering” held on Saturday, June 21, all lights in the management building and campsite will be turned off for one minute starting at 9:00 p.m., so you can enjoy only the fireflies’ glow. You just have to go…! Food trucks and stalls are also planned for the day. Please come visit Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture—see you by car! ● Basic information for Hotaru-mi Park Address: 2-1 Otsuki, Kuchiwa-cho, Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture Phone: 0824-87-2513 *The manager is on duty from 8:00 to 17:00* *If no one answers, the manager will call you back* Parking: Available, about 30 spaces ● Event information for the Firefly Viewing Gathering Venue: Hotaru-mi Park, Moomoo Local Products Hall, Shingetsu Marche (former Mikami residence) Address: 2-1 Otsuki, Kuchiwa-cho, Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture Date and time: Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 6:00 p.m. (Firefly viewing hours: 6:00 p.m. onward) There are many other spots and events where you can see fireflies. For details, please see the Shobara tourist information site, Shobara Tourist Navi.

✨ Enjoy a fantastic early summer night at Okawa Hot spring in ✨ Izu [The 23rd Firefly Viewing Evening] Held in: Friday, May 30 – Sunday, June 8, 2025|19:30-21:00 Enjoy a special night surrounded by the gentle light of fireflies at Okawa Hot spring and Takegasawa Park, where water streams so clear water that wasabi grows. The "Lantern Walk" with the faint light of lanterns is like a scene in a Picture book. After the stroll, enjoy a lively time at the "Firefly Market" where Local Gourmet food and stalls are lined up. 🌟 【Weekdays limited Privileges】 🌟 For those who come in yukata and kimono, one bottle of Higashiizu Town limited craft beer "Moon Road Beer" will be presented per person! (Weekdays only) ▶ If you wish, please come to the headquarters of the night store square in the appropriate clothes. Dress up in a tasteful outfit and enjoy 🌙🍺 more of Japan's summer summer Events 📍 Venue: Okawa Takegasawa Park, Higashiizu Town, Kamo District, Shizuoka Prefecture 🚌 Free shuttle bus available (operates from Izu-Okawa Station and temporary Car Parking Lot) 💡 Firefly breeding fee: one person 300 yen ~ (thank you for your cooperation) Yukata robes, lanterns, fireflies, and bustling stalls. Why don't you experience the unique "healing night" in the mountains of Izu?

The season for fireflies has arrived again. Kikuchi City is a famous firefly spot known as “Japan’s number one firefly home.” You can see them along the Nikakiga River and the Watase River in the Asahi-shi area of Kikuchi City. The places where you can see fireflies in Japan are decreasing year by year. Fireflies do not only thrive where the water is pristine. They prefer places with gentle water flow, sandy or gravelly riverbeds, low ambient light, quiet surroundings, and the presence of freshwater snails such as kawanina. They favor these limited types of habitat. As global environmental issues worsen, the habitats where fireflies can live are also shrinking. Even so, you can still see many fireflies in Kikuchi City. Fireflies spend their larval stage growing in the water for about a year while storing food. They then pupate and emerge as adults. As adults, they live for about two weeks. In other words, out of the 365 days of the year, the period when you can enjoy fireflies is only about two weeks. Also, adult fireflies do not eat. They spend their adult lives without feeding. The fireflies we watch are living through a life that ends in a flash. Each year we can see them because, despite that short life, they reliably pass their life on to the next generation. We are very happy that fireflies can be viewed in Kikuchi City again this year. Please come and visit Kikuchi City to enjoy firefly viewing. □ Best viewing times ・Nikakiga River: mid-May ・Watase River: mid-May to late May □ Viewing areas ・Kikuchi City, Asahi-shi Obara (Obara district) ・Kikuchi City, Asahi-shi Fumoto (Takayanagi district) □ Parking…parking available in each district ・Obara district parking (Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays only, 200 yen) (May 11–early June) ・Takayanagi district parking (free) (May 17–early June) □ Viewing etiquette ・Do not shine flashlights or lights at the fireflies → Fireflies dislike strong light. Shining phone lights or using a flash can cause them to hide. It also disturbs other viewers. ・Do not make loud noises or cause disturbances → Loud noise will scare the fireflies and bother nearby residents. Please be considerate as viewing takes place at night. ・Do not catch or take them home → Adult fireflies can fly for only one to two weeks. Enjoy watching them living in the wild. ・Take your trash home with you → Fireflies live in clean environments. Let’s all protect the beautiful natural environment. ・Follow traffic rules → Viewing takes place at night. Please watch for people stepping onto roads. Road restrictions may be in place around viewing areas during the viewing season. Please cooperate to help keep viewers safe.

How do you do! This is the Okagaki Town Tourism Association. Okagaki Town, Enga District, Fukuoka Prefecture, is located almost halfway between Fukuoka City and Kitakyushu City, and is a town rich in Rich in nature facing the Genkai Sea. While it is close to the city, it is packed with a variety of "charms of Okagaki Town" where you can enjoy the beautiful Nature scenery of the Four Seasons. It is blessed with a rich Nature environment such as the sea and mountains, and is rich in blessings such as Agricultural Products and seafood. It has gained popularity in recent years because you can enjoy attractions, gourmet food, and outdoor experiences such as seaside Barbecue and Bathing in the sea. In our "Okagaki Town Tourism Association" Account, we will Broadcasting Recommendations so that you can enjoy a Fully Equipped trip in Okagaki Town, so thank you. 【Access to Okagaki Town, Enga District, Fukuoka Prefecture】 ■Use public transportation from Fukuoka Airport 1. From Fukuoka Airport, take the subway or bus to Hakata Station. 2. From Hakata Station, take the JR Kagoshima Main Line and Get off at "Ebitsu Station". 3,From Ebitsu Station, you can use buses and Taxi to various places in the In the town. It takes about 1 hour ~ 1 hour and 30 minutes. It can be visited relatively smoothly even from a distance. ■ Car from the Hakata area Use ・ Routes to Kitakyushu via National Route No. 3, Kyushu Expressway, and urban expressway are convenient. Depending on traffic congestion, it can be accessed from Fukuoka City in about 1 hour. [What kind of town is Okagaki Town?] 】 Okagaki Town has a population of about 30,000 (2025) and is the most populous town in Toga District. Due to its location on the Genkai Sea, Local people are engaged in conservation activities and Coast sea turtles come ashore to lay eggs. In addition, since there is a possibility of landfall from late May to August every year, observation tours and awareness-raising events may be held depending on the season. In addition, in Okagaki Town, when the air is clear in early summer (every year around late May ~ June), "Okagaki Fireflies" dance fantastically, delighting many tourists and local residents. [Historical background of Okagaki Town, Toga District, Fukuoka Prefecture] It has been a land where agriculture has flourished since ancient times, and ports have developed along the Coast to support trade and people's lives. In the Edo period, it prospered as an important places for transportation connecting Kitakyushu and Fukuoka, and cultural properties such as shrines and temples and local industries unique to port cities developed. Even today, there are many historical sites and traditional events, and you can feel the faces of that time while strolling around. 【Popular Sightseeing spots in Okagaki Town, Onga District, Fukuoka Prefecture】 There are many attractive "attractions" in Okagaki Town. Highlights such as the rich Nature environment of the sea and mountains and cultural properties are a lot of. This time, we will introduce some of the Spots recommended by the "Okagaki Town Tourism Association". ■ Food Education Experience Farm Hokkori Farm It is a popular hands-on farm where you can learn about agricultural work while interacting with Nature. Adult and children can enjoy harvesting vegetables and making sausages according to the season. The staff will guide you carefully, so even beginners in agriculture can rest assured. It is a food education program using Fresh vegetables, and it is a fulfilling outdoor experience Spot that allows you to realize the importance of food and the Gari of connecting with Nature. ■Fukujozan Kaizo-ji Temple Kaizo-ji Temple is one of the ancient temples in Okagaki In the town, and was founded around 1320. Many people visit for the historic Buddha statues and architecture, and the calming atmosphere is attractive. ■Naritasan Fudo Temple Mt. Narita, which sits on a high ground of 200 Meter Elevation in Okagaki Town, is known for its vast Precincts and Powerful Presence Main Hall. It is a Temple that was opened by welcoming a Fudo Myoo from the daihonzan Naritasan Shinkatsu Temple of the Shingon sect of the Chizan sect in Narita City, Chiba Prefecture. From the Precincts, you can overlook the townscape of Okagaki Town and Genkai Sea, making it perfect for photography. ■Hatsu Fishing Port Fresh seafood from Genkai Sea is gathered at the fishing port, and Direct sales of seafood and seafood Shokudo are also lined up. If you take a walk and look at the scenery of the fishing port, you can feel the relationship between the lives of the townspeople and the sea. ■Mt. Yugawa Mt. Yukawa, with an elevation of about 470 meters, is a course that is easy to walk with convenient transportation, so even beginners can enjoy it. The Mountain Trail is maintained and safe. From the top of the mountain, you can overlook the Genkai Sea and the Toga Plain, and on a clear day, you can Unfolds breathtaking views. Spot recommended for those who want to try outdoor experiences while enjoying forest bathing. ■ Yuureizaka At first glance, it is an ordinary Slope on the road to Naritasan Fudo Temple, but it is a hot topic due to the mysterious phenomenon that if you put an empty can on this slope, it will go up the slope by itself. It is a famous mystery Spot that has often been featured in the mass media such as TV as "Yuureizaka". ■Konpira-san It is a 140-Meter-high mountain where the Kinbira Shrine, which is revered as the guardian of Okagaki Town, is located, and on the way to the summit, lush green trees grow and you can feel the breath of Nature. ■ Four Seasons Market Yappa ~ Okagaki Direct sales with Locally produced fresh vegetables, fruits, and processed goods. Seasonal ingredients are available at low prices, so many people Visit from outside the In the town. Agricultural products unique to Okagaki Town, such as Takakura Biwa and Kampo Kyoho grapes, are also attractive. Souvenirs and ingredients to add color to your home dining table are perfect for this cozy market, where you can enjoy interacting with local producers. 【Specialty products Gourmet of Okagaki Town, Enga District, Fukuoka Prefecture】 The "Specialty products" nurtured by the rich nature of Okagaki Town are packed with the charm that is indispensable for the Local dining table. Representative Gourmet food is introduced here. ■ Takakura Biwa Cultivated in the Takakura region, loquat is characterized by its tender flesh and juicy sweetness. Blessed with sea breezes and a warm climate, the Aroma is exceptional. During the harvest season, Local Direct sales are the center of the lineup, and the freshest loquats are lined up. ■Kyoho grapes It is a grape of Okagaki Original that incorporates Fertilizer and Cultivation methods derived from Chinese medicine in Kyoho grapes Raised nutrient-rich soil. It is characterized by its large fruit and strong sweetness, and is Popular for gifts and home use. You can enjoy a rich taste that is a little different from other grapes. ■ Authentic shochu "Okagaki" Local shochu is made from potatoes harvested locally. It is characterized by a mellow aroma and a refreshing aftertaste, and goes well with Meals. It is a Gastronomical delicacies where you can easily enjoy the taste of Okagaki Town. These Specialty products Gourmet are also popular as Furusato Nozei thank-you gift There are. 【Events and Festivals in Okagaki Town, Enga District, Fukuoka Prefecture】 In Okagaki Town, where local ties are Richly preserved, various Events and Festivals are held in throughout the year. One of the Representatives is the "Matsuri Okagaki" held every autumn. With the Okagaki Sunry Eye Fureai Plaza as the Main Venue, it is crowded with 20,000 visitors. Performances on stage and booths selling Specialty products are all gathered in one place, and many smiles are overflowing. 【Okagaki Town Tourist Information】 Okagaki Town, Enga District, Fukuoka Prefecture, is surrounded by the sea and mountains rich in Rich in nature, and is a town that continues to Broadcasting new charms while valuing tradition and history. Access is also good, and you can enjoy a day trip from Fukuoka City and Kitakyushu City. Cool Japan will Broadcasting Recommendations of Okagaki Town, so please follow us.

Yamaguchi Prefecture Mine City Kamanhachishiro Atsutogawa A firefly draws a shadow play, one of waiting for an airplane. You can see the pictures of mountains, rice paddies, and waterways with countless fireflies. There is a small country towns, the Firefly Festival. Spot. The area around the plane seems to be a constellation Ophiuch.

On Saturday, March 16, we released firefly larvae into Hatsukawa within Atami Plum Garden. As an annual tradition, children from Umeenomachi helped us again! Japan is said to be home to around 50 species of fireflies. The species released in Atami is Japan’s representative firefly, the genji-botaru. We hatch the larvae, feed them kawanina (freshwater snails) about once a month while raising them, and release the final-instar larvae when they reach 2–3 centimeters. These larvae leave the river on humid nights from mid to late April, burrow into the soil, and form oval “soil cocoons.” Inside those soil cocoons they pupate and emerge as adults from late May to early June. This year we will hold “Evenings for Firefly Viewing” from Saturday, June 1 through Sunday, June 9. Please come and see the pale glow of the fireflies that can be seen only during this season.

Moor Hot Spring Firefly Viewing Event Fireflies raised in the moor hot spring waters will perform a dance of light. In the past, it was possible to see Heike fireflies around Tokachigawa Onsen. However, as the town modernized, habitats suitable for fireflies dwindled, and after the summer of 1990 the Heike fireflies could no longer be seen. The goal of restoring Heike fireflies at Tokachigawa Onsen is to bring back the early-summer scenes that were once common. A distinctive feature of the firefly restoration is the use of hot spring water as the water source. Tokachigawa Onsen’s spring is a rare plant-rich moor hot spring. Because it contains plant-derived components, it is rich in minerals essential for the proliferation of diatoms, which serve as food for pond snails. This is the first successful example in Japan of restoring fireflies using 100% hot spring water. Heike fireflies are distributed from Kyushu to Hokkaido, and into eastern Siberia and Korea, and they once thrived in wetlands and watersides surrounding rice paddies. A characteristic of Hokkaido’s Heike fireflies is that their flashing intervals tend to be longer than those of Heike fireflies on Honshu. Event period: Saturday, July 8 to Sunday, July 23 Event time: 8:00 PM–9:00 PM Location: Tokachigaoka Park

Hiroshima Akiota Hiroshima hidden gem spots 👈 Nukui Dam @akiota_city_management_inc One piece 📸 at the firefly dance in the Nukui Dam It was a fantastic sight with many fireflies flying around. I wanted to put people in, so I got 😅🙏 a selfie

Higashihiroshima, Hiroshima　 Recommended firefly spots in Hiroshima #Shiwabori 👈 Fireflies were flying along the waterway. Many families 😊 enjoyed the fantastic view.

Fireflies are active in Okinawa between May and June. Their larvae are terrestrial, and their appearance is cool, like a spaceship. It is surprisingly ferocious, and the larvae will bite if you touch them carelessly, so you need to be careful. It is recommended to watch adult fireflies in flight like cherry blossom viewing :

At this time of year, at night, you can see a very fantastic world in the forest or shiny. The rural town where Princess Hotaru is located is my secret spot that I don't want to tell anyone else.

< night glow> It is the glow of the glow of the glowworm that heralds the arrival of early summer. I went to shoot for the first time in three years. They must have been busy shooting in Coronavirus pandemic, and everyone was smiling. I was reminded that summer in Japan is good. * We do not specify the location for endangered species.

Night of Princess Fireflies I can't go far, so I shoot locally I'd like to shoot at various spots next year.

Night of Princess Fireflies I can't go far, so I shoot locally I'd like to shoot at various spots next year.

「Princess firefly advent」 location：Western Japan ＊ ～Princess firefly advent at the torii～ Deep in the dusky forest covered with trees during the daytime, the torii appears quietly ahead of the path that the beast trails. There are no people visiting this creepy place at midnight. After midnight, this place where nobody is here, the princess firefly descends and mysterious dance begins.

「Princess firefly dancing forest」 location：West Japan ＊ ～Princess firefly dancing forest～ At midnight when everyone went to sleep, the princess firefly emits mysterious light deep in the forest, the scene is very fantastic.

「Princess firefly advent」 location：Western Japan ＊ ～Princess firefly advent at the torii～ Deep in the dusky forest covered with trees during the daytime, the torii appears quietly ahead of the path that the beast trails. There are no people visiting this creepy place at midnight. After midnight, this place where nobody is here, the princess firefly descends and mysterious dance begins.

Fireflies flying cheerfully nearby unexpectedly I was really surprised when I was flying next to the highway、、、 😳😳

Star Trails and Fireflies