Located at the foot of the mountains in Azumino, Kuriosan Mangan-ji This is a famous spot for azaleas Although only a few azaleas are blooming, the temple grounds have a serene atmosphere.

Water has filled the rice fields in Azumino, and rice planting is in full swing. From the top of Mount Nagamine, the rice fields illuminated by the setting sun look radiant.

On May 12th in Azumino Mizukagami 😄 You can still find rice paddies where the rice hasn't been planted yet. Why not explore by renting a bicycle...

Daio Wasabi Farm A beautiful contrast between the blue sky and the water's surface A place to fully enjoy Azumino A place to feel the flow of time through the ages

The weather was very pleasant. I visited Daitō Shrine in the Toyoshina District of Azumino City. The large stone lantern was impressive.😊

【5/13 Shibazakura Takinoue Park Information】Good morning. This is the Takinoue Town Tourism Association. Today's weather in Takinoue Town is a high of 13°C, with cloudy skies and occasional rain in the morning. It might feel a bit chilly. The blooming status is at 70% overall, with some areas at 80%. The pink flowers are increasing, and it is beginning to reach its peak. On May 16th (Saturday) at 10:30, the Hokkaido tourism PR character "Kyun-chan" will make an appearance! After that, from 11:00, the Shibazakura Spring Live will also be held! Kota Isshiki, Chacha, and at 12:30, the Okhotsk tourism ambassador "laufen" will also appear! On May 17th (Sunday), local characters from Takinoue Town (Piccolo), Engaru Town (Angi-kun), Omu Town (Ikura Sujiko-chan), Nishiokoppe Village (Setoushi-kun), and Mombetsu City (Monbe Mon) will make an appearance! A local market will also be held. There will be experience corners too! *Participation is free, but there is an admission fee. Enjoy this weekend too! ------------------------ 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Last admission at 5:00 PM) Admission Fee Adults (high school students and above) / 500 yen Group of 10 or more / 400 yen Children (elementary and middle school students) / 250 yen Group of 10 or more / 200 yen #Hokkaido #Okhotsk #Takinoue Town #Takinoue #Shibazakura #Shibazakura Takinoue Park

【Information about Shibazakura Takinoue Park on May 12】Good morning! This is the Takinoue Town Tourism Association. Today in Takinoue Town, the maximum temperature is 20°C, and the wind is warm. The blooming status is 70% overall, with some areas at 80%. The scenery is beginning to turn pink, reaching its prime viewing time. On Saturday, May 16, at 10:30 AM, the Hokkaido tourism PR character "Kyun-chan" will make an appearance! Following that, from 11:00 AM, the Shibazakura Spring Live will also be held! Kota Isshiki, Chacha, and at 12:30 PM, the Okhotsk tourism ambassador "Laufen" will also join us! *Participation is free, but an admission fee applies. Enjoy your weekend! ------------------------ 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM (Last entry at 5:00 PM) Admission Fees Adults (high school students and above)/500 yen Group of 10 or more/400 yen Children (elementary and junior high school students)/250 yen Group of 10 or more/200 yen #Hokkaido #Okhotsk #Takinoue Town #Shibazakura #Shibazakura Takinoue Park

【Shibazakura Takinoue Park Information on May 11】Good morning! This is the Takinoue Town Tourism Association. Today in Takinoue Town, the maximum temperature is expected to be 22°C, which is much warmer than yesterday. Since there is some wind in the park, a light jacket would be convenient. The blooming status is currently at 70% overall, with some areas at 80%. On Saturday, May 16, at 10:30 AM, the Hokkaido tourism PR character "Kyun-chan" will make an appearance! Following that, from 11:00 AM, the Shibazakura Spring Live will also be held! Kota Isshiki, Chacha, and at 12:30 PM, the Okhotsk tourism ambassador "Laufen" will also join us! *Participation is free, but an entrance fee is required. Enjoy your weekend too! ------------------------ 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM (Last admission at 5:00 PM) Entrance Fee Adults (high school students and above) / 500 yen Group of 10 or more / 400 yen Children (elementary and junior high school students) / 250 yen Group of 10 or more / 200 yen #Hokkaido #Okhotsk #Takinoue Town #Shibazakura #Shibazakura Takinoue Park

[Announcement] Taking place in 2023! Introducing the "Zenkoji Gokaicho"✨ "Zenkoji Front Deity Gokaicho" 【Event Period】From April 4, 2023 (Sunday) to June 19, 2023 (Saturday) *This is a special opportunity that occurs once every seven years in the traditional calendar. ✨It tends to get crowded after Golden Week, so April, when it is relatively less busy, is recommended.✨ 【What is Zenkoji Gokaicho】 The main deity of Zenkoji cannot be viewed directly (it is a secret Buddha). The "Gokaicho" is the event where the front deity, which has the same appearance as the main deity, is publicly displayed once every seven years. 【What is the Eko Pillar】 The golden thread tied to the right hand of the central Amida Buddha of the front deity is tied to the Eko Pillar. Touching this pillar connects you to the front deity, and it is said to bring merit. 【Main Event Schedule】*2023 March 28 (Sunday) "Eko Pillar Acceptance Ceremony" April 3 (Saturday) "Front Deity Transfer Ceremony" April 4 (Sunday) "Opening Grand Ceremony" April 24 (Saturday) "Midway Garden Ritual (Tendai Sect)" May 8 (Saturday) "Midway Garden Ritual (Pure Land Sect)" May 16 (Sunday) "Shinonoi Great Lion Offering" June 19 (Saturday) "Conclusion Grand Ceremony" June 20 (Sunday) "Front Deity Return Ceremony" #Zenkoji #Zenkoji Gokaicho #Event #Nagano City #Nagano Tourism

Photographed on May 4, 26. This is the Inariyama satokagura by the Umebachi Association. It is the dance of the bow pulling.

Welcome everyone to read the previous edition of {Okinawa Travel Planning} This edition is {Going Crazy! Japanese Animation and Leisure Items} Do you have any impressions of Pikmin from Japan? Since the release of the Pikmin mobile version, everyone has been eager to play the Pikmin mobile version 1 Gameplay Methods There are actually many ways, and I will introduce a few Cultivating Pikmin (Walking and Pulling Out) Obtaining Flower Buds: While walking, you will automatically collect "flower buds" on the map and place them in the "cultivation slot" in your backpack. Cultivation and Pulling Out: Walk with the flower buds to reach a specific number of steps (for example, \(1000 \sim 10000\) steps), and once the flower buds mature, you can click "Pull Out" to obtain Pikmin. Feeding and Leveling Up: Click the whistle to select Pikmin and feed them fruit essence (essence can be obtained from exploration). Well-fed Pikmin will bloom flowers on their heads, and continuous feeding will increase their friendliness. When the friendliness is full, Pikmin will go out to look for "gifts" on their own and turn into decorative Pikmin. Planting Flowers (Decorating the Map) Starting to Plant Flowers: Click the "Flower" icon in the lower right corner, select petals, and press ▶️ to start. Walking to Plant Flowers: As you move, the path the character walks will bloom flowers, and the petals will deplete over time. Even if you close the app, the flower planting will continue until the petals run out. Collecting Petals: After feeding Pikmin flower essence, click on the flowers blooming on their heads to collect petals. Exploration and Challenges (Obtaining Resources) Exploration: Pikmin will remember the locations of fruits and flower buds along the walking route. Click the "Explore" feature to send Pikmin to retrieve these resources. Mushroom Battles: "Mushrooms" will appear on the map, and you can send nearby Pikmin to "challenge the mushrooms" and destroy them to obtain special nectar and other rewards. Social and Passive Gameplay Community Interaction: You can form teams with friends to participate in "Weekly Challenges" (such as accumulating steps), and even if you are not together, you can achieve the goal together. Passive Following: You don't need to keep staring at the screen; once you set up flower planting, you can put your phone in your pocket and walk. The system will count the background steps without needing to open the app intentionally. Important Notes: Speed Limit: If the speed exceeds \(20\) kilometers per hour (such as driving), the step count and flower planting efficiency will significantly decrease. Location Services: The game requires location services (GPS) to walk on the map. Gameplay Background Background Running for Flower Planting: After starting the "Plant Flowers" mode, you can put your phone in your pocket, and the program will run in the background. Even if the screen is locked or the app is closed, the system will record walking distance and flower planting data. Walking to Hatch Pikmin: Collect flower buds in daily life and accumulate steps by walking to cultivate them into cute Pikmin. Exploration and Mushroom Challenges: Pikmin will remember the locations of fruits and flower buds along the way. Players can send Pikmin to "challenge mushrooms" to obtain essences and limited items. Community and Map Interaction: While walking and planting flowers, a scene of blooming flowers will appear along the way. If you plant flowers together with other players, you can also share the flower map on the map. Daily Life Habits: The game is designed to make walking fun and is suitable for commuting to work or shopping daily. Does everyone understand this? Data provided by Google AI.

The port stretches out beyond the window. With that view in sight, the morning begins slowly. A cup made with your favorite ingredients is simple yet satisfying. Please experience a moment of relaxation at the Kushiro Prince Hotel. ▶ Kushiro Prince Hotel https://www.instagram.com/kushiroprincehotel/...

Event Announcement📣 On May 16th (Saturday), the "Sumomo no Sato Matsuri 2026" will be held in Sarabetsumura😊 This event allows you to enjoy cherry blossom viewing and local gourmet food in the "Sumomo no Sato," where about 1,000 plum blossoms will be in full bloom🎵 At the venue, there will also be a "Nodate" (outdoor tea ceremony) by the tea ceremony club and a "Yoga Experience." Additionally, as a special gift for attendees, the first 500 people who respond to the survey will receive a bag of "Donguri Mura Potato Chips"‼ Furthermore, a photo contest will be held simultaneously! Please post your photos of plum blossoms taken at Sumomo no Sato on Instagram with the hashtag "#SarabetsumuraSumomoNoSatoMatsuri2026" and tag the Sarabetsumura Tourism Association (sarabetsumura_kankou)! Prizes will be awarded for outstanding works, so be sure to participate🤗 Date and Time: May 16, 2026 (Saturday) 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM *The event will be held rain or shine Location: Inside Donguri Park, Sarabetsu Sumomo no Sato https://www.sarabetsu.jp/sightseeing/event/sumomo/...

This is a photo of swans at Lake Yamanaka in Yamanakakomura, Yamanashi Prefecture. It was a wonderful time, watched over by Red Fuji during sunset.

Manda Pit has a grandeur that cannot be fully conveyed through photographs alone. When standing on-site, the size of the steel structures, the weight of the brick buildings, and the tranquility of the expansive grounds come together, allowing one to imagine the era when the coal mine supported the region and Japan's industry. It is highly recommended for those who wish to delve deeply into history or have an interest in architecture and industrial heritage. When visiting Arao City, be sure to include it in your itinerary. Visiting Information: 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:30 PM) / Closed: Mondays (the following weekday if a holiday) and during the New Year holidays / Admission: Adults and university students 410 yen, high school students 310 yen, elementary and middle school students 210 yen / Manda Pit Station (free exhibition room and ticket sales) #Historical travel #Historical walks #Industrial heritage #Coal mine ruins #Miike Coal Mine #World Heritage tours #Brick architecture #Japan's modernization #MandaCoalMine #AraoCity #KumamotoTravel #TravelJapan #VisitJapan #JapaneseHistory #IndustrialHeritage #WorldHeritage

Taken on May 4, 26. This is the Satokagura performance 'Inariyama' by the Umebachikai. Tenko is dancing.

Good morning! 🌞 This is the view from the 16th floor of the only city hotel in Tomakomai, the "Grand Hotel New Oji," featuring the "Sky Restaurant Grand View." You can see Tomakomai Port in the distance! 🚢 During lunchtime, we offer a buffet or à la carte menu, and for dinner, you can enjoy a course or à la carte while taking in the night view of this city of 160,000. Please enjoy a wonderful time with your loved ones! 🍴

On May 5th (Tuesday), we held the "Rekifune River Clear Stream Carp Streamers Children's Day Mini Event"! The weather was favorable, and the event was a great success. Thank you to everyone who attended! Additionally, the installation of the carp streamers along the Rekifune River has concluded as of May 6th. We look forward to next year's event!

Matsuo Taisha 3 Arashiyama Miyamachi, Nishikyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture Matsuo-taisha Station [West Exit] is a 3-minute walk Matsuo Taisha has a parking lot for visitors located on the south side of the premises, which can accommodate around 100 regular cars, and visitors can park for free for a limited time (approximately 1 hour), after which parking becomes paid. Matsuo Taisha is a shrine established in the first year of the Taiho era (701) and is famous as the god of sake brewing. Upon entering the premises, visitors are drawn to the mountain-like stacks of sake barrels, which have been donated by sake producers from various regions. There is a legend that sake brewed with the spring water known as Kame no I will not spoil.

Wisteria Rain It's an umbrella, you know ( ´艸｀) Location: Yamaguchi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture

Photographed on May 4, 2026. This is the satokagura (a type of traditional Japanese folk performance) "Inariyama" by the Umebachi Association. The attendant is deep in thought.

Myotokuzan Kegonji Temple (Myotokuzan Kegonji) Commonly known as Suzumushidera Temple (Suzumushidera) 31 Matsumurojike-chou, Nishikyō Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture The visiting hours are generally from 9 AM to 5 PM, with entry until 4:30 PM Open year-round The reason it's called Suzumushidera The temple houses thousands of bell crickets throughout the year, and visitors can listen to the sound of the crickets while attending a sermon called "Suzumushi Seppō" in the main hall, which is why it is affectionately called "Suzumushidera." What is the secret of the "bell crickets that chirp all year round"? Approximately 3,000 crickets are raised. The "Happiness Jizō" wearing straw sandals is famous. It is the only Jizō in Japan that wears straw sandals, and there is a legend that it "walks to grant wishes." As for how to pray, it is widely known that after listening to the priest's sermon, one should strongly wish for a single desire in their heart. There are stories that any wish will be granted, and many testimonials say, "I came back because my last wish was granted."

Swaying in the wind, my own special seat. A small hill enveloped by pampas grass, offering a panoramic view of Hatoyamamachi in Saitama Prefecture. This place, away from the hustle and bustle of tourist spots, flows with quiet moments and gentle breezes. It's a hidden gem, still unknown to many, where you can unwind and relax.

Start your day with a feast in the port town.☀️ Enjoy a breakfast buffet at the top-floor restaurant "Top of Kushiro," overlooking Kushiro City and the Pacific Ocean. Savor the popular "Seafood Bowl," Nemuro Strait Kombu Soy Sauce Ramen, and a variety of Japanese and Western dishes made with Hokkaido ingredients. It's a special morning experience to savor both the view and breakfast in Kushiro. Reservations can be made through the profile URL. ▶Kushiro Prince Hotel https://www.instagram.com/kushiroprincehotel/...

【Shibazakura Takinoue Park Information on May 10】Good morning! This is the Takinoue Town Tourism Association. Today, we had planned to guide you to a temporary parking lot, but we have decided to open the parking lot within the park, so please come directly to the parking lot inside the park! The forecast for Takinoue Town today is a high of 19°C, which is much warmer than yesterday. The park can be quite windy and chilly, so having a light jacket would be convenient. The blooming status is about 60% overall, with some areas at 70%. Today, May 10 (Sunday), from 14:00, a photo seminar titled "Color Expression of Shibazakura" will be held by a professional photographer. Participation is free, but there is an admission fee. On May 16 (Saturday) at 10:30, Hokkaido's tourism PR character "Kyun-chan" will make an appearance! After that, from 11:00, the Shibazakura Spring Live will also take place! Look forward to next week too! ------------------------ 8:00 – 18:00 (Last admission at 17:00) Admission Fee Adults (high school students and above): 500 yen, Groups of 10 or more: 400 yen Children (elementary and junior high school students): 250 yen, Groups of 10 or more: 200 yen #Hokkaido #Okhotsk #Takinoue Town #Shibazakura #Shibazakura Takinoue Park #Photo Seminar #Nikon #Hisao Asano

【Shibazakura Takinoue Park Information on May 9】Good morning! This is the Takinoue Town Tourism Association. Today, we had planned to guide you to the temporary parking lot, but we have decided to open the parking area within the park, so please come directly to the park's parking lot! The maximum temperature in Takinoue Town today is 5℃, and there is a forecast of snow mixed in from the afternoon. Please check the road conditions and be careful⚠️. It’s chilly, so we recommend dressing warmly. The blooming status is overall 60% and some areas are at 70%. On May 9 (Saturday) from 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM, a birdwatching event will be held by the local nature guide "Poussin"! Each session is limited to 20 participants, and participation is free. *Entry fees apply. Participants should gather at the information center located in the parking lot. On May 10 (Sunday), a photo seminar titled "Color Expression of Shibazakura" will be conducted by a professional photographer. For those who do not have equipment, Nikon will lend out professional gear, so feel free to join. Children, including elementary and middle school students, are also welcome to participate. Families are encouraged to join together! We look forward to seeing everyone. *Participation is free, but entry fees apply. ------------------------ 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM (Last entry at 5:00 PM) Entry Fees Adults (high school students and above): 500 yen Group of 10 or more: 400 yen Children (elementary and middle school students): 250 yen Group of 10 or more: 200 yen #Hokkaido #Okhotsk #Takinoue Town #Shibazakura #Shibazakura Takinoue Park #Photo Seminar #Nikon

Photographed on May 4, 26. This is "Inariyama" performed by the Umebachi Association's Satokagura. Inari Okami is dancing.

This is the Mitsumata Colony in Mushiidani, Akitakata City. The entire valley is covered with Mitsumata, making it feel as if surrounded by a swarm of fireflies.

Today, Chahaku-chan came to play again. He is a boy. 🐈

A hotel to stay in for memories. The aroma of Napolitan and the color of Cream Soda are somehow nostalgic. When you come here, it feels like time flows a little slower. Would you like to enjoy the atmosphere of Showa? 【Until Saturday, October 31, 2026】 Reservations can be made from the URL in the profile. ▶Kushiro Prince Hotel https://www.instagram.com/kushiroprincehotel/...