Photographed 7/26/25. It is a demonstration of the Kawagoe clan arquebus.

Photographed 7/26/25. It is Koite Water of Kawagoe Kumano Shrine. It is a Kawagoe million light summer festival specification. 🏮

Yesterday was the Kawagoe Million Lights Summer Festival. 🏮

🌸 Traveling around with Shinyan and Nyanko Overlapping Stamp Rally🌸 Together with the official character of the Shimanto City Tourism Association "Shinyan and Nyanko", we will Held in a Stamp Rally to enjoy Shimanto City! It's not just a Stamp! Stamp this time is a "stack and print" type. If you stack the Stamp one by one, at the end, 、、、 what! One piece of art will be completed ✨ The finished mount is made into a postcard as it is! Perfect as 💌 a souvenir of your trip or as a souvenir for friends Why don't you make your own "Forty Ten Art"? 【Held in】 Friday, August 1, 2025 ~ Friday, October 31, 2025 [It's very easy ♪ to enjoy] (1) Stamp mount GET! → facilities each is distributed in limited quantities! If there is no mount, it may be in another facility! (2) "Stack" 5 Stamps! → Stamp (1) to (5) are the same in both areas, so even ♪ if you don't print them in order, the final design is the same! (3) If you press everything, the cute "Shinyanko Art" is completed 🎨. → You can ✨ Return it as a postcard. (4) When you show the completed mount... → The first 500 people will receive a "Original cotton bag" 🎁 [There are two areas! ] It doesn't matter which way you go around. Stamp installation spots will be designed in two areas, the "Naka Village Area" and the "Nishitosa Area". The Stamps of (1) ~ (5) are common Stamps, so no matter which area you collect Stamps in, you will end up with ♪ the same design 🐾 Naka Village Area (1) Shimantogawa Gakuyukan Akitsuo Conditions: Admission A facility where you can learn about the Nature creatures of the Shimanto River. There are Marker dragonflies and insects, and an exhibition of fish from the Shimanto River basin, so Spot can be enjoyed by both Adult and children! Installation time 9:00~17:00 (Regular holiday / Monday) (2) Shimanto River sightseeing boat (houseboat) Conditions: Embarkation There are three sightseeing boat operators, and no matter which one you embarkation, you can get a Stamp. You can ♪ relax and enjoy the beautiful Shimanto River. Installation time 9:00~16:00 (advance reservation is recommended) (3) Shimanto City Local Museum Conditions: Admission A castle-shaped museum on a small mountain. In addition to learning about the history and culture of Shimanto City, overlooking the downtown from the observation Spot of the Castle Keep makes you feel like a castle owner?! Installation time 9:00~17:00 (Closed on Water) (4) Harenoba CAFE N2 Conditions: Food and beverage or purchase Located in the middle of the Tenjinbashi shopping street, it is perfect for a Vacation on the way to sightseeing. Installation time 11:00~18:00 (Regular holiday / Monday) (5) Shimanto City Tourism Association * Cotton bag exchange place Conditions: Visit A base point where you can find travel Information in Shimanto City and the Hakata area. Bicycle rental (¥1,000~) and sightseeing boat tickets are on sale! Installation time 8:30~17:30 (open open all year) 📍 The town of Naka Village is a distance that can be visited by rental bicycle, so you can take a leisurely stroll! 🐾 Nishitosa Area (1) Roadside Station Yotte Nishitosa Conditions: Visitors A popular Spot where you can find Local Specialties and Souvenirs. There are also salt-grilled natural sweetfish from the Shimanto River and Sweets made with Local ingredients, so you can take a break or shop! Installation time 7:30~18:00 (Regular holiday / No period) (2) Shimantogawa Station Canoe Hall Conditions: Purchase or Experience or Accommodation A facility where you can experience canoeing, standup paddleboarding, and rafting. There is also a campsite, so you can enjoy Nature! Installation time 8:30~17:30 (Regular holiday: No period) (3) Iwama Tea House (Soba the Submersible Bridge!) Conditions: Visitors Soba the Iwama Submersible Bridge, they sell bento boxes made by Local people and handmade products that can only be found here. There is also a song monument of Hiroshi Miyama's "Shimanto River" with a car parking lot, which is a must-see for fans! Installation time 10:00~15:00 (Regular holiday/Monday) (4) Hotel Seira Shimanto Conditions: Accommodation or One Day Hot Spring In addition to accommodation, there are also restaurants and One Day Hot Spring, and the starry sky guide of the starry attendant is also recommended at night, which is perfect ♪ for healing the fatigue of the trip! Installation time 9:00~17:00 (open open all year) (5) Shimantogawa Hometown Information Center * Cotton bag exchange location Conditions: Visitors Window for sightseeing in the Nishitosa area just off the station. You can also rent a Rinrin cycle! Installation time 8:30~18:00 (Regular holiday / Water) 🚗 Nishitosa is recommended to Transportation in Car! While feeling Nature, it feels good to drive along the Shimanto River. ♪ * Regular holidays and business hours are different. Please check the latest information on each facility's website for business conditions. (Publication content is Information as of July 2025) [Point! ] 】 Stamps (1) to (5) have a common design, so even if they are collected separately in Naka Village and Nishitosa, the finished picture is the same! (Example: (1) "Gakuyukan" in the Naka Village area or "Yotte Nishitosa" in Nishitosa is OK) [If you collect all the Stamps...] 🎉 First 500 people \Original cotton bag as a gift! ／ When the Stamp mount is completed, show it 👇 in one of the following ・ Naka Village: Shimanto City Tourism Association ・Nishitosa: Shimantogawa Hometown Information Center It is 🐾✨ a Squid bag with an illustration of Shinyanko that can only be obtained here [What is Shinyan and Nyanko?] 】 "Shinyan and Nyanko" is a local cat character of the Shimanto City Tourism Association. There are 5 fish in total, and they are based on the Nature of the Shimanto River, traditional fishing methods, and Local culture! In this Stamp Rally, such shinyanko appeared as ♪ art 🎨 The character design is by Junya Inoue, a popular manga artist from Shimanto City who is also a tourism ambassador (Representative work "BTOOOM! Kaiju Self-Defense Force, etc.) In Shimanto City, let's play with Shinyanko! Please experience the fun of not only "pressing the Stamp" but also "completing the art by layering". Nature, history, food, and cute characters can be enjoyed on a tour of Shimanto City. I'm sure you'll ✨ be able to create your own "special piece" We look forward to your participation!

Today, we visited CAFE ANDON. It is a café latte and campagne. It fits very, very well.

Photographed on June 28, 25. It is a wind chime at the edge of Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine.

Photographed on June 28, 25. It is a wind chime at the edge of Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine.

Photographed 6/29/25. It is a wind chime at the edge of Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine.

Photographed on July 9, 25. Light up of the Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine rim musubi wind chime. I forgot to take a picture of the wind chime at the edge of the northern approach to the temple, so if I have a chance, I will go back and take a picture.

Photographed on July 9, 25. It is the Otorii Gate gate of Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine and the "clouds on the ground" that appear from time to time.

Photographed on July 9, 25. Light up of the edge musubi wind chime of Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine.

Photographed on July 9, 25. It is a wind chime at the edge of Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. I found a wind chime with a red thread.

When daylily blooms around Lake Notari, you realize that summer has arrived.

Photographed on July 9, 25. Light up of the Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine wind chime corridor.

Photographed on July 9, 25. It is a wind chime at the edge of Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. I went outbound to shoot at night.

Photographed on July 19, 25. This is LEC COFFEE's Original Chai.

Photographed on July 19, 25. After Prayer to Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine, we visited LEC COFFEE. It's a quiche plate. It is a quiche with dried tomatoes, bacon and onions, and a cold corn soup.

CAFE ANDON's summer-only morning, minestrone and toast. It's very delicious, so I'm planning to visit again during the period. I also met the people I wanted to meet. Thank you for opening early in the morning. 😊

NICE TO MEET EVERYONE WHO WATCHES COOL JAPAN VIDEOS! About 60 minutes by Train from Tokyo Central Tokyo Nature, "Akiruno City, Tokyo (Akirunoshi)" is a Healing Sightseeing spot that will make you forget the hustle and bustle of the city. With its pure Valleys, seasonal flowers, historic shrines and traditional crafts, Akiruno City offers visitors a full taste of the charm of "Tokyo that is not like Tokyo". We will Broadcasting Information full of charm of "Akiruno City", which can be easily visited from the Central Tokyo, on COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, so please look forward to it! ◆ Access to Akiruno City, Tokyo 【Access by train】 Transfer to the Ome Line or Itsukaichi Line at Tachikawa Station on the JR Chuo Line and Get off at the last stop, Musashi-Itsukaichi Station. From the station, there are local buses to Akigawa Valley and Seotonoyu. 【Access by car】 About 20-30 minutes from the Chuo Expressway "Hachioji IC" or the Ken-O Expressway "Akiruno IC". It is also a perfect distance for a day trip. ◆Living with Nature in Akiruno City, Tokyo, Akiruno City Akiruno City, Tokyo is located within about 40 to 50 km of Tokyo Central Tokyo and has a population of about 78,000 (as of April 2025). The mountains of the Kanto Mountain Range rise in the west, and the Itsukaichi Basin spreads out in the center. In 1995, Akigawa City and Itsukaichi Town merged to form the current Akiruno City. Surrounded by lush green mountains and rivers, agriculture and local industries are thriving. You can enjoy the Four Seasons of Norabou-na in Spring, River Activities in Summer, Autumn Leaves in Autumn, and Hot Spring in Winter. Urban functions and Nature coexist in a well-balanced manner, and it is attracting attention from people who want to move to Japan as a "Just the right amount of countryside". ◆ Popularity Sightseeing spot of Akiruno City, Tokyo ・Akigawa Valley It is a Valleys that can be said to be a symbol of Akiruno City. Akigawa Valley is a scenic spot where you can enjoy the natural beauty of the Seasonal Nature, surrounded by clear streams and greenery, where you can enjoy River Activities, Barbecue, Autumn Leaves Picking, Hot Spring, etc. It is easy to visit even on a day trip and is ideal for climbing and camping. 【Access】About 10 minutes by bus + 5 minutes on foot from Musashi-Itsukaichi Station (around Ishifunebashi) 【Best time to visit】Autumn leaves (November), Fresh greenery (June) ・Tokyo Summerland It is one of the largest leisure facilities in Tokyo. The indoor heated water pool "Adventure Dome" and the outdoor "Adventure Lagoon" with a streaming pool and thrilling slides are Popular with children and adults alike, and are Spots where you can play all day long. 【Open season】March to November (Closed in winter) 【Access】About 5 minutes by Car from Akiruno IC / There is a direct bus from Akigawa station and Hachioji stations ・Minamisawa Hydrangea Mountain It is a spectacular scenery with about 10,000 hydrangeas blooming all over the slope. Famous landmarks cultivated by local farmers over 40 years, and many photographers Visit during the rainy season. Early in the morning or after After the rain is especially recommended. 【Best time to visit】Mid-June to early July 【Entrance fee】Adult 600 yen / Child 400 yen ・Akikawa Farmers Center Direct sales with Fresh Local vegetables, fruits, and Local processed products. Norabou-na and Local Rice are especially popular and sometimes sell out immediately. Freshly baked handmade bread and local side dishes are also on sale, so you can easily enjoy the Local flavors. ◆Traditional crafts and experiences in Akiruno City, Tokyo, Akiruno City ・Gundo paper It is a high quality Washi paper inherited from the Edo period, and was used for lanterns, calligraphy, and shoji paper. It has been designated as an intangible cultural property of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government and is still inherited by the Preservation Society. There are also Held in Workshop where you can experience papermaking. ◆ Akiruno City, Tokyo Specialty and Local cuisine ・Norabou-na It is a native vegetable of the cruciferous family. It has no peculiarities, is soft and easy to cook, making it an ideal ingredient for Ohitashi, stir-fry, tempura, etc. The season is around March to April, and Local people are also popular for "Norabou-na rice" and "Norabou-na egg-toji". ・Akikawa corn The Itsukaichi Highway, which runs through Akiruno City, was so popular for corn sales that it was called the "Corn Highway". Akikawa corn has a strong sweet taste and is characterized by the large size of each grain. ◆ Akiruno City, Tokyo Festival and Events ・Ninomiya Shrine Autumn Annual Grand Festival (Ginger Festival) At the Festival Rituals held on September 8 and 9 every year, it is said that if you eat ginger sold at the stalls lining the approach to the temple, you will not catch a cold, and you will be disease-free for one year. Mikoshi, Drums, Kagura, etc. are performed, and the whole town is dyed in the colors of the Festival. It is said that in the past, it was a Shinto ritual to pray for a disease-free life by dedication of ginger. ・ Shoichi Iwadashi Shrine Annual Grand Festival (Ina's festival) It is a festival rituals held every year on the Saturday and Sunday of the day before Respect for the Aged Day in September, and on the day of the festivals, 13 mikoshi and 6 festival floats parade along the Itsukaichi Highway, and the dashing shouts of men and women of all ages dressed in festival robes echo, and the highways are lined with lanterns and crowded with many people ・Akiru Shrine Annual Grand Festival (Itsukaichi Festival) Held in annually on September 29 and 30. The sight of the hexagonal Mikoshi, which is rare in Japan and exceeds 100 kan (about 375 km), parades through the town of Itsukaichi is a masterpiece. Lion dances and kagura are also performed, and you can feel the air and lively atmosphere of the History Shrine. ◆Tourist Information of Akiruno City, Tokyo, Akiruno City Akiruno City, Tokyo is a healing sightseeing spot filled with rich Nature, history, culture, and food that you can't think of as Tokyo. Fun can be enjoyed on a day trip, but it is also exceptional to spend a quiet night looking at the starry sky that cannot be experienced in the city. The Access from the Central Tokyo is good, and it is a city where you can spend your "own Quiet time". We will Broadcasting a recommendations in Akiruno City so that you can fully enjoy its charm, so please follow us!

Photographed on July 13, 25. This is CAFE ANDON's Senba Toshogu Shrine Parfait. The base is layered with Hokkaido Ogura bean paste, fresh cream, homemade granola, and homemade Kawagoe matcha mousse. It is topped with Morino Ranch soft serve ice cream and decorated with white balls, red bean paste, andon cookies, Tokugawa family crest cookies, and matcha powder, and is very luxurious. 🍨✨ It has black honey, and when you pour it on, it tastes even better.

Photographed on June 21, 25. It is a heart hydrangea found at Kawagoe Hachimangu. 💜 The rainy season has come to an end.

The end point of Izu, the starting point of Impression. The southernmost tip of the Izu Peninsula "Minami-Izu Town" Summer is finally in full swing in Minami-Izu Town. 1.2km sandy beach and beautiful Hakushaseishou Yuigahama Beaches Hirizo Beach boasts the highest level of transparency in Japan "Yuusuge" blooms with the Sunset in the summer A sacred place for diving that divers all over Japan admire "Kamiko Motojima" The night sky is full of stars and the "Milky Way" There is no doubt that the time and scenery of Minami-Izu will make you want to Outbound again soon. Squid, when things don't turn out the way you want, make you realize the greatness of Nature and free up space for self-reflection. Why don't you spend Squid summer time in Minami-Izu Town this summer? Minami-Izu Town Bathing in the sea Information https://x.gd/31Y2E... For more information about sightseeing in Minami-Izu Town, Minamiizu Tourism Association [Official] WEB：https://www.minami-izu.jp// X：https://x.com/info_mizu... Instagram：https://x.com/info_mizu... Facebook：https://www.facebook.com/info.mizu... YouTube： https://www.youtube.com/@minamiizu_tourism...

Photographed on June 21, 25. It is Hanachozu of Naritasan Kawagoe Betsuin.

In the past, there were "round-table discussions" and "historical walking tours" in the Tomi City Yoshizu area, where Azusa kamiko (priestesses) called "Nonou" who were said to be the "Village priestesses of No.1 in Japan" and who traveled around the world gathered. Local residents' volunteers held the "Nishinomiya-ri Development Association," which was attended by 15 people from inside and outside the prefecture, including history buffs and tourism officials. "In the Spring, a group of several to several dozen priestesses, led by the Shinto ritual Maitao, set out on a tour from Nonou Alley, and they divined their worries, sufferings, and wishes in the village where they toured," says Hirofumi Shinohara, secretary of the association. He is the "descendant family of the Shinto ritual Maitao (owner of Nishinomiya Shrine)", and Ancient documents are handed down to the house, and researchers who visit from all over the country and people who admire Nonou are accepted and visited to guide the history of the area. 　Four years ago, I held a walking priestess tour in Pre, and this is the second time. 　In March of this year, he published "Nonou's Picture Book" in order to let Local children know about it. At a roundtable discussion held at the Community Center, Mr. Shinohara said, "I would like to broaden my horizons and experience the history and culture of Jozu with Nonou." He explained his involvement with Sengoku Warlords such as Takeda Shingen, and how the area was spun by people such as the Sanada clan, Yamabushi, and Nonou of Yuzu while playing an active role. 　He also spoke about the endemic nature of Yoshizu, saying, "There were many things related to women, such as being kind to women, and there were a variety of livelihoods." Tyler Lynch, the young husband of Tokura Kamiyamada Hot Spring "Ryokan Kamekiyo," who participated in the event, said, "It is very interesting from a European and Rice perspective. Ms. Shinohara said, "There is no historical record that the priestess had a Gari of espionage activities or that she was acting as a female ninja, but since she was in a position to travel around the country and see and hear various Information, how she used it is Squid world of imagination." Kazuo Hayakawa, secretary general of the Shinshu Toumi Tourism Association, said, "I hope people will learn about the culture of Yoshitsu Village. There is also a culture where Nishinomiya and Higashimachi compete with each other." The historical walking tour was led by Mr. Shinohara and guided by Local officials such as Hiroaki Igarashi and Mr. Hayakawa of Jotsuin. After visiting Nonou's grave, the ruins of the mansion, the alley of Nonou, and the Nishinomiya Shrine, Mr. Shinohara "cleansed his body by bathing in cold Water at this well (the ruins of the mansion)." At the Nishinomiya Shrine, "I used to watch my grandfather printing bills until I was in junior high school." 　At Kanai alley, he said, "You can see Mt. Misaki from here, Mr. Kanai was in charge of the Mt. Mijayama Festival, and there were priestesses and priestesses among the hospitality, and they offered the deer caught on Mt. Misaki to the gods." Visiting the site of the Jotsu-in temple opened by Mr. Yoshitsu under the guidance of Sumitomo Igarashi. 　At the gravesite of the Yoshitsu clan, we learned about Roux and the face of the falconer sect, and the falconry ritual of the Suwa faith. 　In addition to this, we also visited the Maiden River, the megalith of the princess, the Nishinomiya Kabuki Stage, and the Higashimachi Kabuki Stage. Mayumi Castro Kagura, a priestess and writer from Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture, said, "I've been interested in Yoshitsu for the past two years and have been coming here frequently. Kaori Yamazaki, a participant from Nagano City, said, "I have walked since I participated in the Walking Priestess Tour four years ago, and this is a good opportunity to listen to the explanations, so I hope it will continue in the future." Yu Takizawa, who participated from Sugadaira Highlands in Ueda City, said, "I'm planning a walking priestess tour with my friends, and I want to dress up as a priestess and walk while thinking about it." On July 7th, the members who participated this time will take the lead in holding the "Walking Priestess Tour" of the Yoshitsu Historical Walk. 　Under the guidance of Mr. Takizawa, the Traditional Culture Study Group groups, and under the guidance of Mr. Tyler, the "Ninja Project groups" will tour Yuzu. < Historical Notes> ◇ Nonou's tour of countries: Emotional support for the common people 　As a mediator between gods and people, Nonou performed "mouth-to-mouth" activities such as ringing the azusa bow and conveying oracles. 　It supported the spirit of the common people from the Sengoku period to the Edo period. The warlord also borrowed Nonou's mouth to obtain a prophecy of victory from the gods, alleviating the fear of death and giving him confidence of victory. 　In the Edo period, the largest number of nonou lived in the Village of Akizu, and there were about 50 nonou houses. With the approval of the Edo shogunate's temple and shrine magistrates, the Saiai Shinto Shinto ritual Maitao and Nonou, who presided over Azusa Jinko, formed a caravan and were able to tour the countries freely. 　In the Meiji era, activities were banned by the religious policy of the new government, and many sought new ways of life, such as closing businesses or immigrating. ◇Minamoto of Nonou Historical soil of Akizu 　As for why priestesses gathered in the Village of Yoshitsu, according to Higashimomachi magazines and magazines, it is considered that the land of Yoshitsu has been a soil for accepting priestesses since ancient times, and place names and remnants related to women and Shinto ritual. 　Tradition reminiscent of the origins of Nonou and the historical climate of Yoshitsu are listed in chronological order. 　▽ From the Kofun period to the Nara period, the central power advanced into the area, and the culture of the ancient center flourished in this area 　▽ The changes in place names that remain in ancient times (Umino Township→ Miss Village→ Maiden Township → Umino Sho) are place names that indicate the local character that has a deep relationship with "Yubu" in ancient times, and the figure of Yube, the priestesses who participated in the requiem Shinto ritual of performing Kagura dances and playing divine spirits, comes to mind 　▽ From the end of the Heian period to the beginning of the Edo period, the Shino clan of the Yoshitsu clan made a name for themselves as the best falconers in the eastern part of the country, and there are many secret traditions among the falconers, and shamanism can be seen in them. 　▽ The Yoshitsu clan is strongly associated with medieval Suwa, and the local characters "Mijakuyama", Iwai-do, and Kanai alley that remain in the former Akizu Village convey the faces of the Mijayama Shinto ritual (hunting Shinto ritual) that the Yoshitsu clan would have performed as a clan of the Suwa no kami clan. Mt. Misaki is a hunting ground, and Iwai-do is a remnant of a place (celebration hall) for divine festivals. Kanai alley is a place name that conveys the place of residence of the Kanai clan, who served as a deer priest who prepared dishes to be offered to the gods, and who served as a large city official who dedicated kagura at festivals and conveyed divine proclamations.　▽ During the Sengoku period, Chiyo Mochizuki, who was appointed as the head priestess (priestess) of both Kai and Shinano by a shuin stamp letter from Takeda Shingen, relied on her connections and settled in Yuzu Village. 　▽ In the Edo period, Yoshitsu was the main flag, so it was easy for Nonou and others to work and the backing of the shogunate. Toshin Journal electronic version2025-6-29 12:32 Theme: Quoted from Toumi News No.1 in Japan's Most Walking Priestess Village Picture book of "Yuzu no U"　 Planning and Publication: Nishinomiya Village Development Association (Nonou Research Group) Text: Hirofumi Shinohara Illustration: Hitoshi Maruyama Phone for Contact: 090-8509-5859 (Mr. Shinohara)

Photographed on July 4, 25. This is the Oyster Ice Lottery of Kawagoe Hachimangu. There are three types: strawberries, melons, and lemons. 🍓🍈🍋🍧

Photographed on June 23, 25. LEC COFFEE's lemonade soda and coffee jelly. 🥤🍋

Photographed on June 23, 25. This is LEC COFFEE's lemonade soda. 🍋

I was finally able to go to the Tengu fire walk, which I had been wanting to Outbound for a long time Fly to New Chitose Airports 3 hours by rental car I finally arrived at Kotohira Shrine The fire crossing of the tengu that I saw here was solemn and mysterious

Photographed on June 23, 25. This is LEC COFFEE's coffee jelly.

【Gion Shrine Summer Annual Grand Festival】 July 15 was the Annual Grand Festival ⛩ of Gion Shrine I covered 📷 the "Morimaki Shinto ritual" before the ceremony We will 💪 make the makaya that we picked that morning into the shape of Yamata no Orochi The thatch is hard, and it is 😅 very difficult to twist the amount of many at once However, the members of the Morimaki Shinto ritual preservation society finished it with ✨ their Mackerel It seems 😆 that the amazake made overnight was also exceptionally delicious this year This year, there were many galleries, which made me 😁 happy "Gion-san" cherished by local people It will 🥰 continue to work with the community in the future