"Hydrangea Temple" seen during the rainy season This is located in Kamakura City, Kanagawa 　　　　　　　　　　"Hasedera" It is a tourist destination all year round, but the hydrangeas that can be seen during the rainy season are especially worth seeing! It is 😄 so popular that numbered tickets are distributed Best time to see: Early to late June Location: Kamakura, Kanagawa

Lifuyu　 The swan that heralds the arrival of winter is in its usual place A storm of hair rose from the river, and the winter stage was ready. The all-important full-fledged "cold" has not yet come...

A single cherry blossom 🌸 blooming on top of a burial mound This one is located in Gyoda City, Saitama Prefecture 　　　　　　"Sakitama Kofun Park" The cherry blossoms blooming on top of the burial mounds are worth seeing! You can 😄 feel the arrival of spring by matching with the rape flowers below Location: Gyoda City, Saitama Prefecture

I took an aerial shot with a drone. Takashima City, Shiga Prefecture Metasequoia Namiki 2023/11 * Confirmed by the management office * Flight plan has been notified * Flight log book has been created * Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Comprehensive Flight Permit Obtained

Wrapped in the fresh greenery of summer This is located in Hanno City, Saitama Prefecture 　　　"Akebono Children's Forest Park" Summer and autumn are especially good times to see it, and it is lit up at night. When lit up, it is reflected in the pond in front of you, and it is truly a different world 🤤 Location: Hanno City, Saitama Prefecture

Hello to everyone watching Cool Japan Video—nice to meet you! This is Kyowa-cho, Hokkaido. Kyowa-cho was formed in 1955 when Ozawa Village, Maeda Village, and Hattari Village merged. It borders five towns and one village, including Iwanai-cho and the Niseko Range. The town ranks among Hokkaido’s top producers of local brand fruits such as Raiden watermelons and Raiden melons. Kyowa-cho has long been a rice-producing area, growing varieties like Nanatsuboshi and Yumepirika. Since this is our first post, today we’ll share basic information and sightseeing highlights of Kyowa-cho, Hokkaido! Climate and weather in Kyowa-cho, Hokkaido: the average temperature in January is −3.4°C, and the average in August is 21.4°C, giving mild winters and comfortable summers. The population is 5,772 (surveyed in 2020). Surrounded by lush greenery, Kyowa-cho lets you enjoy nature through all four seasons. Popular sightseeing spots in Kyowa-cho, Hokkaido Niseko Shinsen-numa Natural Recreation Forest Niseko Shinsen-numa Natural Recreation Forest is a popular destination on a plateau above 750 m. Some trails are maintained, making trekking suitable even for beginners. Viewing alpine plants such as Mitsugashiwa is another highlight. The parking area also serves as the forest’s rest facility and includes toilets and a shop. From a nearby observatory you can take in views of the Iwanai Plain and the Sea of Japan. The area contains several marshes, so visitors can enjoy a marsh-walking tour. Please note that the area is closed to traffic during the winter season from late October through late April. Shinsennuma Shinsennuma is a marsh in the Niseko range famed for its otherworldly beauty. The name Shinsennuma became popular after Toyomatsu Shimoda, founder of the Boy Scouts in Japan, visited and described it as a place where gods and immortals would dwell. The marsh changes its expression with the seasons—autumn foliage and fresh green leaves—and blooms of Ezo-kanzoso and cotton grass make Shinsennuma a place you’ll want to revisit. Onuma Onuma lies at an elevation of 850 m, framed by Mt. Weisshorn, which spans Kutchancho and Kyowa-cho, and Nitonupuri, which lies between Kutchancho and Rankoshi-machi. The natural monuments Ezo salamanders and Japanese crayfish live here. Naganuma About 20 minutes from Shinsennuma, this gourd-shaped pond is a man-made lake with a stark landscape, also serving as a reservoir. Nishimura Keiyu Memorial Art Museum This museum focuses on the works of Keio Nishimura, a Western-style painter from Kyowa-cho, and houses about 5,500 pieces, with roughly 100 on display at any time. After World War II Nishimura moved to France, where Daniel-Henry Kahnweiler, Picasso’s dealer, discovered him; Nishimura based his career in Paris and received honors such as France’s Order of Arts and Letters. The museum rotates its exhibits about four times a year, letting visitors enjoy a variety of works. The museum also offers regular programs to enjoy art, and the views from the museum are a draw in themselves. Kakashi Furusato Kan Kakashi Furusato Kan was built to pass on the agricultural lifestyle and the pioneering history of Kyowa-cho to future generations. Inside, farming tools and household items are on display. The adjacent Former Horonai Elementary School has been restored and repurposed as an exhibition space, preserving the atmosphere of the original building as a historic structure. Kyowa Scarecrow Festival Held from mid- to late August, the Kyowa Scarecrow Festival lines the town with unique scarecrows. The festival features attractions such as a scarecrow contest, a music stage, character shows, and a local produce market. (Events as of August 2023) Kyowa-cho hometown tax gifts Local specialties from Kyowa-cho are available through the hometown tax donation program. Particularly popular return gifts include Hokkaido Crelle Camembert cheese, Sanda Farm’s special ice cream, Raiden melon, and Raiden watermelon. We’ll deliver these signature items to your home. Please check each hometown tax donation site for details. Kyowa-cho offers a range of accommodations, including hot springs and minpaku guesthouses. On the official Kyowa-cho town office website you can download a tourism pamphlet that presents themed model routes. A roadside station is scheduled to open in 2027. We will continue to showcase the charms of Kyowa-cho, Hokkaido on Cool Japan Video. Thank you for your support!

This is a landscape photo, or rather, a photo taken in a back alley or something. Personally, I like back alleys where there are few people. I like it because it's like exploring the unknown.

Togengo 🍑 in Japan This is "Flower Peach Village" in Nagano Prefecture Every year, from late April to early May, it is in full bloom. This is the best place in Japan! If you go up the slope for about 15 minutes, you will 😆 be waiting for a superb view that will blow away your fatigue Location: Nagano

Hello everyone, this is the Mashu Lake Tourism Association. In Teshikaga, located in the heart of eastern Hokkaido, the autumn foliage season has ended and the air has turned cold, hinting that winter is about to begin. This time, we bring you Wakoto Peninsula just before winter arrives♪ A roughly 20-minute drive northwest from JR Mashu Station brings you to Wakoto Peninsula, which sits before Lake Kussharo. Under a clear, crisp sky, Wakoto Peninsula lies calm and still. Visiting Wakoto in autumn offers a deeply atmospheric and picturesque experience. Hot springs bubble up across the peninsula, letting you enjoy open-air baths fed by 100% natural thermal water. Please come and visit Wakoto Peninsula this autumn!

This is one of the large and small mountains in Ashikaga City, where the weather is good and the best climbing days were taken! It was late October, so the leaves were ✨ about to turn After all, I realized that Japan is rich in nature!

It is the autumn leaves of Lake Okutama. The contrast between green and orange is beautiful.

Nikko, the autumn leaves of Lake Chuzenji. It is also reflected on the surface of the lake and has a very transparent feeling. It was a beautiful sight.

The Retrospective Bridge 🍁 illuminated by the sunrise This is the "Retrospective Bridge" in Miyagi Prefecture This bridge, which crosses the Naruko Gorge, can be seen from the observation deck as if it is wrapped in autumn leaves. In summer, fresh greenery. In autumn, the autumn leaves and the best time to see them all 😆 year round Location: Miyagi

Located in Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture It is the autumn foliage of Takadoya Wetland. Thanks to the nearby Korankei It's not that crowded and it's a secret spot. Please come and visit Takadoya Wetland in Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture is one of the most precious wetlands in Japan. This wetland plays an internationally important role as a habitat for a diverse flora and fauna. Takadoya Wetlands is also an attractive place for conservationists and environmental educators. When you visit this wetland, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery and rich nature.

This is a photo of my father when I went to Mt. Ontake. I was impressed by the colorful cable car.

I took this photo on the Madama Coast in Oita Prefecture, Kyushu. I also learned that you can't see such a scene unless you go at low tide. I have relatives, so I'm thinking of going again. The beach I saw for the first time was very beautiful.

Otaguro Park Light Up 🍁 This one is located in Suginami Ward, Tokyo 　　　　　　　　　"Otaguro Park". It reaches its peak around the end of November every year. Inside, if you google the very wide gate, you will be greeted by a large ginkgo tree. Best time to see: Late November to early December Location: Suginami-ku, Tokyo

Five-storied 🌸 pagoda with drooping cherry blossoms This is "Sensoji Temple" in Tokyo The drooping cherry blossoms are in full bloom around the end of March every year. Since only one tree grows, the area is crowded with many people. The illumination at night is also worth 💪 seeing Best time to see: Late March to early April Location: Tokyo

It's too late now, but it's Tsuyagawa Higanhana 😅 Shot on iPHONE 11 PRO 26mm 2023/10/7 Tsuyagawa, Kaizu City, Gifu

Go all over the road today. For the first time, I walked from Kokubunji Temple in 80 to Neka Temple in 81. On average, it takes about 45 to 60 days to complete the entire journey, but a traveler from Hokkaido was able to walk 40 kilometers in one day, and it only took 37 days so far. Not only admired his willpower and physical strength, but also felt ashamed of his weak physical strength.

Notice of the 1st Tsubetsu Photo Contest To rediscover the charms of Tsubetsu Town, we are pleased to announce the launch of the “1st Tsubetsu Photo Contest.” Please share the photos you have taken that are full of Tsubetsu’s attractions. The grand prize winner will receive 20,000 yen worth of Tsubetsu wagyu! When entering, please be sure to send a printed copy of each submission. The entry deadline is valid if postmarked on Thursday, February 15, 2024. For details, please see the attached flyer image or the association’s website. For questions, contact NPO Tsubetsu Tourism Association at 0152-77-3771. Although the submission period is relatively short, there is no restriction on when photos were taken, so previously shot works are very welcome. As this is the inaugural event starting from zero recognition, we would greatly appreciate it if you could share this announcement to help spread the word! Above all, we look forward to receiving many entries!

Nostalgic old school building and ginkgo 🍁 This is "Kakumaru Elementary School" in Fukushima Prefecture The old school building is now a facility where you can experience local specialty ingredients and other products. The ginkgo tree is also intertwined with the old school building to give 🤭 it a good taste Best time to see: Late October to early November Location: Fukushima

Sky Tree🌸 wrapped in cherry blossoms This is Japan's representative radio tower "Tokyo Sky Tree" in Tokyo Entwined 📸 with the cherry blossoms growing directly below There are only a few trees, so it is 😅 crowded with people Best time to see: Late March to early April Location: Tokyo

Nagahama Beach, Nago City, Okinawa I came to this sea that I found by chance 5 years ago, and there are many beautiful seas in Okinawa, but it is a quiet beach with few tourists and few people.

While strolling around Yoshihara in Omihachiman City, Shiga Prefecture, I happened to come across a boat for a watergo tour.

Rows of cherry blossom trees and rape blossoms 🌸📸 This is a row of cherry blossom trees in Kumagaya City, Saitama Prefecture Are. It blooms profusely in March every year along several kilometers of banks. The stalls were also crowded with stalls. Personally, I think 😆 it is one of the two major cherry blossom trees in Saitama Prefecture Best time to see: Late March to early April Location: Kumagaya City, Saitama Prefecture

With 📸 rape flowers and peach trees This was a good feeling with peach trees and rape blossoms, so I took a picture. I think it became one piece that makes you feel the arrival of spring. 😄 Best time to see: Mid-April to May Location: Nagano

Rows of cherry blossom trees reflecting on the surface of the water This is a row of cherry blossom trees in Kawagoe City, Saitama Prefecture It is in full bloom in March every year, and it is lit up at night. Above all, the reflection with the surface of the water gives you a truly different view of the 😄 world Best time to see: Late March to early April Location: Kawagoe City, Saitama

Sensoji Temple and Drooping Cherry Blossoms 🌸 This is "Sensoji Temple" in Tokyo Speaking of historic temples and sightseeing spots in Tokyo, this is the place! In spring, the drooping cherry blossoms and the gate will tell you that spring has arrived. I can't 😄 wait for the next spring Best time to see: Late March to early April Location: Sensoji Temple, Tokyo

Hiroshima Prefecture Shobara City Hiroshima Prefectural Forest Recommended spots in Hiroshima #Mt. Hiba　 #Hiroshima Prefectural Forest The leaves had fallen near the top of the mountain, but when I looked up, the trees seemed to reach out to the sky, and I felt that it was 😊 art It's a good photo, but I tried to record the moment when I 😊 wanted to take a deep breath