Hello, this is Koshu Local cuisine "Waraji". Shosenkyo Gorge is now entering a pleasant season, with fresh greenery dazzling and gently enveloping the Valleys. Please come and 🍃 spend a relaxing time while being healed by Nature After the walk, take a vacation 😌 at Waraji "Unashige", which is a plump and fragrant grilled domestic eel with plenty of secret sauce, is a true travel treat with a rich aroma and soft texture. GW has a luxurious time with the Nature of Shosenkyo Gorge. All the staff are looking forward 😊 to your visit

Kikuchi Valleys, a healing spot with a dazzling view of fresh greenery Attraction representing Kikuchi in Kikuchi City, Kumamoto Prefecture "Kikuchi Valleys" It is a beautiful Valleys that has been selected by Japan's Top 100 Forest Bathing Sites, Japan's 100 Remarkable Waters, and 100 best waterfalls in Japan. About 17km east of Kikuchi Downtown, Located between Elevation 500m~800m in the northwestern part of Mt. Aso, It is a relaxation forest consisting of a vast area of about 1193 ha. A beautiful cobalt blues mountain stream that is so transparent that the trees are reflected in the water. The average water temperature is 14 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Especially on blue sky days, the blue of the water increases, and the beautiful sight of light shining through the trees Unfolds. In May, the contrast between the greenery of the trees, the sky and the mountain stream is very beautiful.. The murmur of the river, the chirping of birds, and many flowers are also blooming. The promenade in the Valleys is easy to walk and maintained, and there is an information board, so it is easy to understand and you can take a leisurely walk through the virgin forest. One of the attractions is that there are many waterfalls such as "430,000 Waterfalls", "Dawn Falls", and "Ryugabuchi", which were selected as 100 best waterfalls in Japan. Be sure to find your favorite waterfall. and facilities break Souvenir Corner, coffee made with delicious Valleys Water is also sold. You can spend a relaxing time while looking at the Valleys. Spring can feel the breath of life in the fresh greenery that has awakened from winter sleep. In summer, it is ideal as a summer resort, and it is said to be a natural cooler, so cool and clear that you will be enveloped in the air. Autumn leaves in autumn and dignified air in winter. Please experience the Kikuchi Valleys in the Four Seasons. ■About Kikuchi Valleys■ 〇Opening period: April 1st ~ November 30th (every year) 〇Opening hours 8:30~17:00 〇 Maintenance and management cooperation fund High school student ~: 300 yen per person * The cooperation money receipt comes with a 200 yen discount ticket that can be used at Kikuchi Hot spring stop by. 【Cars】 First Car Parking Lot Approx. 80 cars / 7 large cars Second Car Parking Lot Approx. 45 cars (busy season only) Central Car parking lot: Approx. 80 cars (only during peak seasons) During Golden Week and peak seasons, a free shuttle bus runs from the central Car parking lot. 【Car Fee】 Regular Car: 300 yen Motorcycle: 200 yen Micro: 1,000 yen Large: 2,000 yen 【Kikuchi Sightseeing Ainori Taxi】 A sightseeing Taxi that connects Kikuchi City's main Sightseeing spots (Kikuchi Valleys, etc.) with the downtown area and requires advance reservation. Operating days are Saturdays, Sundays, Holidays, substitute holidays, and Golden Week. The service is suspended during the year-end and New Year holidays (December 29th ~ January 3rd). Take a deep breath in the Kikuchi Valleys. Soak up negative ions and spend a relaxing time in nature.

We would like to inform you about the bus operation of the general prefectural road Yarigatakeya Village Line (commonly known as the Nakabo Line) heading to the Nakabo Trailhead Please note that the general prefectural road Yarigatakeya Village Line (commonly known as the Nakabo Line) heading to Nakabo 2025 (Reiwa 7)Trailhead will change the operation status of regular buses to Nakabo Hot spring due to the shoulder collapse that occurred on Monday, April 14 The Nakabo Line is not allowed to pass beyond the Miyagi Gate except for authorized cars In addition, the collapsed area will be closed to both cars, so you will have to walk through it. Please be careful when walking. Details of the regular bus operation status are Publication on the Official website of the Azumino Tourism Association, so please check it https://azumino-e-tabi.net/archives/2474... Please check the latest Information

Rice cultivation has begun in the rice fields here and there in Azumino, and the rice planting season has arrived After this, add water and scrape the seedlings and plant the seedlings During this rice planting season, you can see the miraculous view of Azumino "Water Mirror"

【Komadeike Campground OPEN 👏】 Located in the superb Nature of the Yachiho Highlands, Komadeike Campground opened for the 2025 season on Friday, April 18! Komadeike Campground is a "campsite embraced by No.1 in Japan's best birch forest" where everyone of all ages can enjoy a comfortable and best time. There is a free site where you can choose from five situations such as around the pond and along the river, a spacious auto site where you can choose the shade of the sun, bungalow cottages, and Day trip activities. "We want you to enjoy a peaceful outdoor life with your loved ones." This is the concept and wish of Komadeike Campground. Come and play!

The azaleas at Nezu Shrine are 🤤 in full bloom This is Located in, Tokyo It is Nezu Shrine. From mid to late April every year The azaleas are in full bloom. This is the only place in Tokyo where you can enjoy so many azaleas! Please come and visit us 😊

〈Three ways to enjoy the Ezo spruce forest〉 While taking a walk, sometimes you can get close to the tree, or pull back to look at it... If you use not only sight but also hearing, smell, and touch, you will make a series of unexpected discoveries! You can also feel the changes of the seasons, and walking in the forest becomes even more enjoyable. Behind the Kawayu Visitor Center, there are Thereare two walking paths centered on a natural forest of Ezo spruce. This time, we have created a part of the "Ezo spruce forest guidebook" lined up at the Kawayu Visitor Center. The pamphlet describes many other ways to enjoy it in addition to the three, so if you want to know more about it, please see the above brochure.

Hello to all COOL JAPAN VIDEOS viewers! This is the Shobara Tourism Promotion Organization (Shobara DMO) in Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture. Shobara City, located in the northeastern part of Hiroshima Prefecture, It is a Sightseeing spot blessed with Nature where you can enjoy the scenery of the four seasons. Blessed with cherry blossoms in Spring, fireflies and fresh greenery in summer, Autumn leaves and trekking in autumn, and snow in winter, Fun food, agriculture, outdoor activities, and Nature walks. Please follow and check it out for reference on your trip! ✨ I want to know more about Shobara City in Hiroshima Prefecture, which is rich in Rich in nature! For those who say Please see the 😍 basic profile and "Shobara Kanko Navi" Home page

Firefly season has arrived again this year. Kikuchi City is a famous landmarks for fireflies called "No.1 in Japan's best firefly village". It can be seen in the Oyster River and Watase River basins in the Kyokushi district of Kikuchi City. The number of places where you can see fireflies in Japan is decreasing year by year. Fireflies can live not only in places where water is clean. The calmness of the water current, the presence of sand or leki (particles larger than sand) at the bottom of the water, the surrounding light, the surrounding quietness, habitats such as Kawanina. Favorite such a limited place. As global environmental problems become more serious, the number of places where fireflies can live is decreasing. Meanwhile, you can see Many fireflies in Kikuchi City. Fireflies grow in the larval stage, storing food in water for one year. Then it becomes a sanagi and becomes an adult. The lifespan after becoming an adult insect is about 2 weeks. In other words, out of 365 days of the year, there are only two weeks of Appreciation of fireflies. In addition, fireflies do not feed when they become adults. When they become adults, they do not eat anything and end their lives. The fireflies we see are the lives of fireflies that end in the blink of an eye. The reason why we can see fireflies every year is that even in such a short lifetime, they are firmly connected to the next life. I am very happy to be able to see fireflies in Kikuchi City again this year. Please come to Kikuchi City to see the fireflies. Best time to see □ ・ Nikarai River ... Mid May ・Watase River... Mid-May ~ Late May □ viewing area ・Kikuchi City Kyokushi Ohara (Ohara District) ・Kikuchi City Kyokushi Foothills (Takayanagi District) □ Car parking lot... Car parking lots in each area ・Ohara area Car parking lot (200 yen only on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays) (May 11 ~ early June) ・Takayanagi area Car parking lot (free) (May 17 ~ early June) About □ viewing etiquette Do not point flashlights or lights at fireflies. → fireflies do not like strong light. If you shine a light on a mobile phone or turn on a flash, it may be hidden. It can also be a nuisance to other visitors. ・Do not make loud voices or noises. Not only do → fireflies run away, but they also cause trouble for neighbors. Please be aware that it will be viewed at night. ・ Do not catch it unnecessarily and take it home → fireflies become adults and can fly for only 1~2 weeks. Enjoy living in Nature. ・Take your trash home with you. → fireflies live in clean environments. Nature, let's protect the beautiful natural environment together. ・Protect traffic Roux → will be Held in at night. Please be careful not to jump out onto the road. At the same time, there are There are sections around the viewing area where traffic is restricted during the viewing period. We ask for your cooperation in order to protect the safety of the viewers.

【Osaka-Kansai Expo】Osaka Festival!　~EXPO2025 Spring no Jin~ At the Osaka-Kansai Expo Arena, a festival in Osaka! ~EXPO Spring no Jin~ will be held in. About 40 units such as "Danjiri", "Yagura", and "Float" collected from all over Osaka are gathered ❗ in one place A colorful and energetic festival will mark ✨ the opening of Osaka Week From Sakai City, Danjiri from Pore Town and Futon Drum from Shin Zaike Hama will demonstrate and exhibit 📢 📅 Date: May 9 (Fri) Danjiri Pore Town (Naka-ku)　 　　　　 May 10 (Sat) Futon Drum Shinzaikahama (Sakai Ward)　 🔴 Application: No pre-registration required Anyone 😊 who comes to the Osaka-Kansai Expo is welcome 🏠 Venue: Osaka-Kansai Expo Arena 🔍 For more information, search for "Re-Discover"! 🔍 Be sure to check out the "Sakai Tourist Guide Expo Special Site (If you come to the Expo, Sakai Mokitena)" We look 😄 forward to seeing you

We will introduce the "outing Information" of Minami-Izu Town GW. ◆Tuesday, April 29 ・The 14th Charity Bazaar for the Great East Japan Earthquake Reconstruction Events 10:00~15:00 Shimogamo Tropical Botanical Garden Stalls of food, miscellaneous goods, local vegetables, sales of Specialty products of Minamisoma City, Fukushima Prefecture, exhibition of photographs, etc. https://www.minami-izu.jp/?p=we-page-event-entry...... ・ Hikima experience day 10:00~15:00 Izu Shimoda Equestrian Club 1st session 10:00~12:00, 2nd session 13:00~15:00 https://www.minami-izu.jp/?p=we-page-event-entry...... ◆Saturday, May 3 ・Irouzaki Fashion Park 2025 10:00~16:00 @Ishirouzaki Ocean Park Let's dress up and gather in Irouzaki! Stalls available ◆May 5 (Mon) ~ 6 (Tue) ・Roadside station Shimogamo Onsen Yunohana GW Events 10:00~15:00 @Roadside station Shimogamo Onsen Yunohana Ring throwing, Super Ball scooping, various Stalls ◆~Until April 30 *Held in ・Ihama Margaret Hunt https://www.minami-izu.jp/?p=we-page-event-entry......　 ◆~Until May 5 *Held in, please contact us ・Picking bamboo shoots (Bamboo shoot Shokudo) Ichijo Bamboo shoot Village https://www.minami-izu.jp/?p=we-page-event-entry...... ◆~Until May 6 *Held in, please contact us ・Strawberry picking @Baby Berry Farm https://www.minami-izu.jp/?p=we-page-event-entry......

【Akisei Observation decks】 ◎First Observation deck In the Akisei Observation decks, there There are the first Observation deck and the second Observation deck. The first Observation deck is currently 🌳 tall and cannot be seen. Fun the ♪ open space ◎ 2nd Observation deck 360° Panoramic Observation decks at an elevation of 1000m with a panoramic view from Nobeoka to Aso in the distance. Can✨ When the weather is nice, you can see the scenery of Hyuga Nada and Mt. Osuzu, as well as the chimney of Asahi Kasei with the naked eye. Since it faces the direction of the rising Sunrise 🌄, some people come to see the first sunrise. *All photos were taken from the 2nd Observation deck. (Photo: Junhiro Aya) There is little light in the buildings and the sky is beautiful, so some people come to take pictures of the starry sky 🌟 We are welcome. ◎ Car parking lot If you go straight without turning towards the Observation deck, there is a parking lot 🅿️ Car the back. Why don't you 🤗 come and take panoramic photos 📷 of the Four Seasons at the Akisei Observation decks?

[🌸 Gokase Cherry Blossom Viewing 2025 Application Photo Introduction ~ 10th ~🌸] The works submitted for the "#Gokase Hanami 2025" Held in on the Instagram Account of the Gokase Tourism Association are still accepting applications for the photo contest once it has been completed 💪🌸 today, so please 🤗✨ apply Mr. @_yuta610 Mr. @fowafuwarin5 Mr. @meiko_ryu @tokotan2._.2 (in no particular order) This time, there were a lot of cherry blossoms at night, and 👏 post can't take night photos at all no matter what I do, even if I use a stepladder, but I wonder how everyone can take beautiful night photos tarako really 🤔 wonderful!! Also, I will 🤗💡 post it when I gather works that I can introduce -------------------------------------------------------------------- ≪#Gokase Hanami 2025 How to apply≫ Please follow the Gokase Tourism Association Instagram Account and post 🤳❤️ 🔥 photos of flowers taken in Gokase In the Town on Instagram with the two hashtags #Gokase Hanami 2025 and #shooting date (e.g. #March 20) Gokase Tourism Association Instagram Account https://www.instagram.com/gokase_kanko/... Period: Thursday, March 20, 2025 to Sunday, May 11, 2025 ⚠️ Other terms and conditions are Publication on the Gokase Tourism Association website. Please be sure to read it when applying. https://www.town.gokase.miyazaki.jp/kanko/ivent/1962.html... ⚠️ Please be careful of accidents when shooting.

The Icelandic poppies in the forest park are 🤤 in full bloom This is the Musashi Hills National Forest Park Located in in Namerikawa Town, Saitama Prefecture. Flowers bloom throughout the year. Among them, the Icelandic poppy field is worth seeing. I think it will continue until GW, so please come and visit us 😊

I was able to go to the birthplace of the alley in the back again this year. Ogaki City, Gifu Prefecture 2025/4

This Spring, I stopped by a wonderful row of cherry blossom trees. Cherry blossom trees in Gifu Prefecture 2025/4

The wisteria shelf of Kameido Tenjin is 🤤 in full bloom This is Kameido Tenjin, Located in in Tokyo! It is in best time to visit around GW every year. Access from the station is good, and the Light up at night makes the wisteria curtains even more enjoyable 🤤

Nagano Prefecture Tokura Sakura Care Park 🌸 Huge flowers and cherry blossoms 🌸 in full bloom At the end of the trip, we had a wonderful sight! Shinshu has many cool scenic spots ♪

🌺 Azaleas on the Asakayama Green Road are in Best time to visit 🌸 The azaleas on the Asakayama Greenway are in full bloom! ✨ A colorful azalea Appreciation stretches for about 600 meters Enjoy 🌷🌿

Ubuyama's Connecting Rice Fields Rice Planting Experience The Fan Terraced Rice Fields in Ubuyama Village, Aso District, Kumamoto Prefecture, are made by clearing eroded land in the mountains and are created in a contour shape by taking advantage of the fan-shaped terrain. The Water for the Paddy Field is directly derived from the Famous water Yamabuki Water source 1,300 Meter upstream, Water Clear streams that can also be Use as a beverage Water. Although there are difficulties in maintenance and management due to water water leaks, disasters, etc., since most of them are earthen water channels, we Cultivation Rice with a unique taste due to high-quality red clay born from nature and weather with temperature differences. It has been selected as one of the 100 best rice terraces in Japan and one of the 100 best Rice growers. Interested parties who are interested in growing delicious Rice in Ubuyama Village, why don't you experience it with the farmers who manage Ogida throughout the year? Rice can be purchased after harvest. Let's make the Rice we eat every day with our activities to pass on beautiful Nature to future generations! You can experience everything from rice planting to rice harvesting, which is planned later. 【Recruiting Participants】 2025-05-17 (Sat) Meet at 8:45 and start at 9:00 Meeting place: Ogi Terraced Observation decks We clean the water channel from the Yamabuki Water source that streams into Ogita. Please come in clothes that allow you to work. * Lunch box fee and leisure insurance fee are included in the participation fee. Participation fee: 1000 yen ■Click here to apply 〒869-2703 Kumamoto Prefecture Aso District Ubuyama Yamaga 468-4 0967-25-2200 *The deadline is Friday, May 9th. #Kumamoto #Rice Terraces #Ubuyama #Rice planting experience #Rice harvesting experience #Rice making #Aso District #Fan Terraced Rice Fields

〈The Sea of Clouds〉 Large panorama filling Kussharo and Lake Mashu In Teshikaga Town, you can see the sea of clouds at Lake Mashu in the early morning. (Period: June to October) Observation decks also allow you to enjoy the sea of clouds from various angles. During this period, it is recommended 🛏️✨ to stay in Teshikaga and go to Unkai Spot early in the morning For details, please see 📝🚗💨 Teshikaga Navi https://masyuko.or.jp/enjoy/unkai/...

[🌸 Gokase Hanami 2025 application photo introduction ~ 9th ~🌸] The introduction of the works submitted for "#Gokase Hanami 2025" Held in on the Instagram Account of the Gokase Tourism Association is finally coming to an end next timeThank 🥹 you for 👏✨ the many wonderful works Mr. @8215dr72 Mr. @920cherry71 Dear @omilove.1203, (in no particular order) 🥺💕 The photographs of Josen Temple are There are many, but the photos from the perspective of Fresh, such as those showing rows of cherry blossom trees from a distance and the Shidarezakura (weeping cherry blossoms) reflected in the Car window and are very nice 😳💫 Yesterday, we announced that the azaleas and rhododendrons are "Best time to visit", but 💡 today and tomorrow, the weather is not so good, so I am worried that you will be able to see them, but if you take a photo, please 🤗✨ apply for "#Gokase Hanami 2025" -------------------------------------------------------------------- ≪#Gokase Hanami 2025 How to apply≫ Please follow the Gokase Tourism Association Instagram Account and post 🤳❤️ 🔥 photos of flowers taken in Gokase In the Town on Instagram with the two hashtags #Gokase Hanami 2025 and #shooting date (e.g. #March 20) Gokase Tourism Association Instagram Account https://www.instagram.com/gokase_kanko/... Period: Thursday, March 20, 2025 to Sunday, May 11, 2025 ⚠️ Other terms and conditions are Publication on the Gokase Tourism Association website. Please be sure to read it when applying. https://www.town.gokase.miyazaki.jp/kanko/ivent/1962.html... ⚠️ Please be careful of accidents when shooting.

Akeno Sunflower Field Akeno Sunflower Field, Hokuto City, Yamanashi Prefecture, sunflowers bloom all over the sunflower field during the Sanfu Tower Festival. If the weather is good, you can also see the mountains of the Southern Alps in the background.

【Amakusa Nada Sunset Roux Thing ⛴️🌆】Individual operation Held in! Implementation of the "Amakusa Nada Sunset Roux Thing" for individuals to watch the sunset over Amakusa Nada from the Ocean will be held on the second and fourth Saturday of every month from April to May. From Tomioka Port, you will embarkation the Renhoku sightseeing steamer "Kizuna III." to the west side of the Tomioka Peninsula, where you will experience the sunset over the Ocean and the magic Roux hour of the Time Slot / Time of Day. ⛴️ Fee (per person) Adult (junior high school students and older) 3,000 yen Child 1,500 yen ⛴️ Meeting point: Tomioka Port Passenger Waiting Area (Kizuna Station) *Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the departure time. ⛴️ Operation date (approximate departure time) [April] 12th, 26th (18:00) [May] 10th, 24th (18:20) How to make a reservationThis Roux Thing requires advance reservations, so please make a reservation directly by Phone with Renhoku Kanko Kisen Co., Ltd., which operates the service. ⚠️ Please note that you may not be able to sail due to bad weather, strong winds, high waves, etc., or you may not be able to see the sunset. ⛴️ Contact: Renbei Kanko Kisen Co., Ltd. TEL0960-35-0705　 (Reception hours: 9 a.m. ~ 5 p.m.) For details, please see the Home page of the Amakusa Reihoku Tourism Association. 👉 Check out this Account's profile link!

[🌸 Gokase Hanami 2025 application photo introduction ~ 8th ~🌸] Recently, we have been introducing the works submitted to the "#Gokase Hanami 2025" Held in on the Instagram Account of the Gokase Tourism Association, but there are 😳 only a few remaining works at this stage Mr. @taniyan1119 Mr. @tm21mt Mr. @tourism09wine @yaaaaaa.85 @naoki_photo.graphy Mr. @naomin168 Mr. @kurota_kurohei (in no particular order) Mixed in with the Josen Temple and the Harada family, we gathered ☺️💕 works that made me feel some love, such as Shidarezakura (weeping cherry blossoms) of Local, cute dogs, and red bokeh berries Everyone, Many have applied, and we are really There is a that we ✨ are still waiting for your application, so please feel free to post it 🤗 -------------------------------------------------------------------- ≪#Gokase Hanami 2025 How to apply≫ Please follow the Gokase Tourism Association Instagram Account and post 🤳❤️ 🔥 photos of flowers taken in Gokase In the Town on Instagram with the two hashtags #Gokase Hanami 2025 and #shooting date (e.g. #March 20) Gokase Tourism Association Instagram Account https://www.instagram.com/gokase_kanko/... Period: Thursday, March 20, 2025 to Sunday, May 11, 2025 ⚠️ Other terms and conditions are Publication on the Gokase Tourism Association website. Please be sure to read it when applying. https://www.town.gokase.miyazaki.jp/kanko/ivent/1962.html... ⚠️ Please be careful of accidents when shooting.

Starbucks Mount Fuji 🗻 This is the shooting point of Starbucks × Mount Fuji Located in Yamanashi Prefecture. The view of Mount Fuji over Starbucks was 🤤 the best

Around the Shakado Ruins Museum, Ichinomiya-cho, Fuefuki City, Yamanashi Prefecture Thereare a tourist farm where you can enjoy peach blossoms. On foot from the Chuo Expressway Shakado service area A good hidden gem where you can go On the day of the shooting, I was impression by the gorgeous peach blossoms and rape blossoms in full bloom.

Japan is a treasure trove of stunning landscapes that never fail to amaze. One such enchanting place is where the sky seemingly merges with a breathtaking sea of flowers. While the scene is captivating, it’s the lady in yellow that catches your eye; her presence adds a unique charm to the landscape. She resembles a bird, gracefully dancing with the breeze, embracing the horizon with joy. It’s a moment that beautifully captures the spirit of freedom and the wonders of nature.

A sea of clouds to yourself This time, an aerial portrait with a drone! This is a "sapling Ruins of the Castle" with a Ruins of the Castle in the sky. A place known only to those who know it as a sea of clouds Spot in Gifu Prefecture. From the Observation decks of the Ruins of the Castle, you can enjoy a 360-degree panorama. The day after it rains, the day after that, the day after that, is the aim of the sea of clouds. Gifu Prefecture Nakatsugawa City "Naegi Ruins of the Castle" 2025/4/12

Daigo Sakura, Maniwa City, Okayama Prefecture I went to Daigo Sakura for the first time, which I had wanted to visit for a long time. I arrived at around 4 a.m. in the morning, and even though it was already a weekdays, there were about 40 photographers taking pictures, and it was difficult to take pictures because it was filled with tripods and it was a dark place, but I managed to take a picture, and above all, the Milky Way and starry sky cherry blossoms seen with the naked eye were pitch black and Impression even if I couldn't see them. The lights of the cars hit the cherry blossoms on the way