Baiwayama Mural Painting-The Beauty of Flowing Lines and Qualified Brushstrokes Restrooms available is a rock cave made by digging out a small hill on the north side of the boat pool in Nishina Sawada, Nishi-Izu Town, and in the center of the wall, the Honzon Konrin Butsudenson is engraved with iron wire drawings, the engraving lines are inked, and the yen light back is red and the characters of Mt. Shiraiwa are engraved at the top. It is not a mediocre work, and the date of production seems to be from the Kamakura period, but the author is unknown. Nowadays, you can only look through the lattice to avoid damage. ■Address Nishi-Izu Town Nishina Sawada, Nishi-Izu Town, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka

Nishitenjo Highlands - A refreshing Highlands with an elevation of 750m This is a spacious meadow that you can't believe is Izu. Dairy cows graze in the clear air, the greenery of Kumazasa, the mountains of Amagi and Suruga Bay, and on a clear day, you can see the Southern Alps and Mt. Fuji. From early to mid-April, you can see the Mamekawa cherry blossoms along the roadside that goes up to the Highlands, and the mame cherry blossoms blooming all over the Highlands from mid to late April. ■Address Ukusu, Nishi-Izu Town, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka

Koganezaki - Recognized as one of the 100 Strange Rock Views of Japan Koganezaki is a scenic spot known for its wonderful views of Suruga Bay and Mt. Fuji, and for its beautiful rock faces that shine golden in the Sunset. The entire cape is a park, and There are Promenade, Lawn square, Observation decks, Mt. Fuji view Spot "Fujimi Hill", and the literary monument of Yukio Mishima. This golden rock surface was dyed by high-temperature hot spring water and geothermal heat, and was designated as a natural monument of Shizuoka Prefecture in 1988 Showa 63. The Strange Rock, which looks exactly like a horse's head, has recently been adored by the nickname "Horse Rock". There is also a rumor that "the person who stopped by to pray for the victory of the horse race won big"? Ema depicting horse rock is sold at "Koganesuto". ■Address 3566-7 Ukusu, Nishi-Izu Town, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka

Reiwa 6 (2024), Sunday, June 30 — Nagoshi no Oharae (Summer Purification) This Shinto rite, held every June and December, invites attendees to pass through a chinowa (ring of cogon grass) to purify mind and body and pray for health and protection from illness. The grand purification rites take place at various shrines across Isehara City. * Oyama Afuri Shrine, Lower Shrine (TEL 0463-95-2006) from 14:00 355 Ooyama, Isehara, Kanagawa From Isehara Station North Exit, board the bus from platform 4 bound for Ooyama Cable — about 30 minutes Get off at the final stop, then take the cable car for 6 minutes * Sannomiya Hibita Shrine (TEL 0463-95-3237) from 14:00 1472 Sannomiya, Isehara, Kanagawa From Isehara Station North Exit, take the bus from platform 1 bound for Kurihara via Sekidai — about 15 minutes Get off at Hibita Shrine From Isehara Station North Exit, take the bus from platform 4 bound for Isehara Depot via Tonomura and Ishikurabashi — about 12 minutes, get off at “Sannomiya” and walk about 5 minutes From Isehara Station North Exit, take the bus from platform 1 bound for Tsurumaki Onsen Station via Osumidai — about 12 minutes, get off at “Godo” and walk about 12 minutes From Isehara Station North Exit, take the bus from platform 1 bound for Isehara Depot via Shirane and Route 246 — about 12 minutes, get off at “Danchi-kita” and walk about 12 minutes * Isehara Daijingu (TEL 0463-96-1611) from 16:00 3-8-1 Isehara, Isehara, Kanagawa A 10-minute walk from Isehara Station North Exit along Chuo Street Pass through the chinowa to cleanse impurities and let’s overcome this hot summer together!

Dogashima - The most scenic spot on the Izu West Coast Among the Izu Peninsula, Dogashima is known as a scenic spot. Standing here, you can see how great and unique Squid the Artist of Nature is. Dogashima is lined with a variety of strange rocks and scenic spots, and there are many spectacular Spots such as Tensodo, Sanshiro Island, and Tomboro. When you look out to sea, you'll be greeted by strangely shaped islands and rocks, and you can enjoy a small boat trip full of adventure on a boat that sails between them. In addition, the Sunset over Suruga Bay is so beautiful that you will be speechless. ■Address Dogashima, Nishina, Nishi-Izu Town, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka

Tensodo - Dogashima's biggest attraction The Tensodo is made of white tuff, and a sea erosion tunnel is formed underneath like a beehive. Restrooms available to this cave are the east, south, and west entrances, and the tour boat enters from this south exit and proceeds to the skylight with a round ceiling in the center, and a band of light shines from the ceiling to the sea surface in the dark cave, and you can see a mysterious scene. This Tensodo can also be seen from above the Restrooms available Tensodo on the Course of Dogashima Promenade. ■Address Dogashima, Nishina, Nishi-Izu Town, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka

Nishina River It is known as a clear streams that preserves nature, and during the season, it is crowded with anglers such as Yamame and sweetfish fishing. It can be purchased at fishing tackle stores in In the town. In addition, during the season when sweetfish fry go upstream, you can also enjoy Sea bass fishing near the mouth of the Nishina River. How do you like it? a challenge? 【Fishing Information】 03/01~10/31 Mountain stream fishing Yamame, Amago 06/01~12/31 Sweetfish fishing bait fishing 8/10~ 06/01~09/30 Eel 06/01~03/31 Squid * If you want to fish, you need a recreational fishing license. 【Ayu Fishing Recreational Fishing Fee】 One-day ticket: 1,000 yen / One-year: 6,000 yen 【Mountain stream fishing bait fishing, tenkara, lure fishing recreational fishing fee】 One-day ticket: 1,000 yen / One-year: 6,000 yen 【Squid Fishing Recreational Fishing Fee】 One-day ticket: 300 yen / One year: 2,000 yen ■Address Nishina, Nishi-Izu Town, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka

Sanshiro Island Tombolo of Dogashima Sanshiro Island is a four-island consisting of Denbei Island, Nakanoshima, Okinosejima, and Takashima Island, located about 200 meters off the coast, and is so called because it looks like three or four depending on the viewing angle. In addition, at low tide, the sea appears as far as Denbei Island in the foreground, and you can walk across it without getting your feet wet, and this phenomenon is called "tombolo" and is a very rare phenomenon designated as a natural monument. However, even at low tide, it is difficult to walk without getting your feet wet unless the tide level is below 30 centimeters, so please check in advance. 【Points of Tombolo Sightseeing】 ・Be sure to check the tide table before visiting! ・ It is best on days when the tide level is 30 cm or less. ・ You can cross for about 1 hour before and after the low tide time varies depending on sea conditions and weather 【Notes】 During the day from October to February, the tide does not recede enough to make the road appear, so it is not possible to cross. If it is during the day from March to September, it is relatively easy to cross. However, Restrooms available is not available, so please be sure to check in advance before going out ■Address Nishina, Nishi-Izu Town, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka

Shiojiri’s top pick for sightseeing! A feature on the charms of the Mt. Takabocchi Highlands Located east of Shiojiri City between the city and the Suwa area at an altitude of 1,655 m, here are the attractions of the Mt. Takabocchi Highlands! Mt. Takabocchi Highlands is famous for taking stunning photos—so much so that it’s called “Japan’s number-one photo spot”! You can take in sweeping views of Mount Fuji, the Northern Alps, the Central Alps, Norikura, and Mt. Myoko, Japan’s representative peaks. Add in Lake Suwa, the sea of clouds, azaleas known as rengetsuzutsuji, and grazing cows, and you’re guaranteed picture-perfect shots if you bring a camera! Sunset, sunrise, and night each reveal completely different faces of the highland, which is part of its appeal! In particular, Mt. Takabocchi Highlands is the only place where you can capture the sea of clouds, Lake Suwa, and Mount Fuji in a single frame! A campground is also available! Camping while gazing at the mountains is simply unbeatable! For details and reservations, search for “Mt. Takabocchi Highlands Campground”! It’s also great for moderate hikes! There are trails around the ranch and a promenade to the summit, offering a pleasant distance you can enjoy while breathing the fresh highland air! Along the way you might meet cows and rengetsuzutsuji in bloom! Mt. Takabocchi Highlands is also famous as a sacred site featured in Yuri Camp△ and Your Name. Enjoy the same scenery that appears with the characters in those stories! It’s about a 30‑minute drive from Shiojiri IC, so please come and visit!

Photographed on June 8, 24. It is a hydrangea from Kitain. 💜Are.

Dawn of Inuyama Castle Inuyama City, Aichi

During a recent visit to the Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter in Japan, I was enchanted by the beautiful white-walled townscape and the rich history and art it held. The serene atmosphere along the Kurashiki River, with its white-walled warehouses and willow trees, offered a truly unique and charming experience. Exploring the traditional buildings and modern shops, such as the Kurashiki Canvas and Kurashiki Denim stores, was a delight. The area was bustling with tourists. I spent an entire day enjoying myself in the history, art, and culture of this remarkable quarter and look forward to returning in the future.

Photographed on June 8, 24. It is Hanachozu and wind chimes of Naritasan Kawagoe Betsuin.

[Kitadake Information] 2024.6.23 2024 Reiwa 6 Kitadake Information on June 23rd. The mountaineering season has finally arrived! Enjoy a memorable climb by preparing in advance and planning your climb with plenty of time to spare.

It's amazing to hear about Shirakawago, located in Gifu Prefecture. It's not just a beautiful spot, but it offers so much more. The village's Gassho-style houses, with over 100 buildings of this style still standing, are truly remarkable. I enjoyed the experience the traditional Japanese scenery and rural ways of life there. The rich history of the area dating back to 7000 B.C. is truly awe-inspiring. The iconic gassho-style houses with their large thatched roofs resembling hands joined in prayer are such a beautiful representation of the village's unique culture.

It is the back mountain of Mt. Mt. Takao, Mt. Jingshin. The view towards the Central Tokyo was open.

Photographed on June 8, 24. It is Hanachozu of Naritasan Kawagoe Betsuin.

Photographed on June 8, 24. This is Kazaguruma of Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. Kazaguruma is also mauve and light mauve.

Hachiji Koshoji Temple. It is a classic composition for this period. Nagoya, Aichi

Isehara Daijingu Flower Market, Reiwa 6 Saturday, July 6 — 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM Sunday, July 7 — 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM on both days Seasonal flowers such as morning glories and potted plants will be on sale, and there will be festival booths and food trucks offering shooting-gallery games, yo-yo fishing, cotton candy, and more. A magic show will take place on the 6th, and the Daijingu-dori Shopping Street Lucky Draw and other events will be held on the 7th, making the venue very lively. Come by in the cool of the evening with family and friends. Inquiries: Isehara Daijingu Office 0463-96-1611 3-8-1 Isehara, Isehara, Kanagawa A 10-minute walk from Isehara Station North Exit along Chuo-dori

Photographed on June 8, 24. It is Hanachozu of Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Photographed on June 8, 24. It is Hanachozu of Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Photographed on June 8, 24. It is Hanachozu of Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Photographed on June 8, 24. It is Hanachozu of Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine Sando.

Today, I took a walk in Kawagoe before work. Kawagoe Kumano Shrine's Koitemizu was designed for summer.

Photographed 6/4/24. This is Mr./Ms.'s Hanachozu.

[Recommended Spot &Activities Special Feature for summer] In the Kiso, you can Spot There are a beautiful Valleys and canoe that will take your breath away. Here are some of them! Kiso in the mountains also introduces recommended forest bathing spots. Please spend this summer in Kiso! !! -------------------------------------- 【Atera Canyon】 Restrooms available in Okuwa Village, an emerald green valley known for its Atera Blue. After sightseeing in Atera Canyon, why don't you have a delicious coffee and cake at "Coffee Katana" in Nojiri, Okuwa Village?! Please see the trip ideas on the Kiso Tourism Federation's Home page "Kiso Valley Rippu"! * Atera Canyon will be subject to traffic restrictions during the summer. July 13, 2024 ~ September 1, 2024. Shuttle buses and e-bikes are also available for rent. For details, please see the Home page of Okuwa Village. 【Kakizore Canyon】 Kakizore Canyon in Nagiso Town. A beautiful emerald green Valleys that is as beautiful as Atera Canyon. After enjoying a hike in the Kakizore Canyon, we also recommend Affoguard, which is popular at Tsumago juku's "Good Day Coffee". It takes about 25 minutes by car from Kakizore Canyon to Tsumago juku 【Akasawa Natural Recreation Forest】 A natural Cypress tree forest in Agematsu town with an average age of more than 300 years. Fun on the forest railway for forest bathing and forest therapy. *The park is scheduled to be open until November 7, 2024. 【Shizenko Nature Lake】 Shizenko Nature Lake in Otaki village. A natural lake formed during the earthquake in western Nagano Prefecture. You can fully feel the beauty created by nature. Here, you can experience canoeing from April ~ mid-November every year. You can also Fun canoe touring at Lake Ontake. *Reservation required TEL: 070-9119-6262　 【Lake OkuKiso】 At Lake Oku Kiso in Kiso village, you can experience SUP and canoeing. Activities in Nature while experiencing the beauty of the water of the Minamoto are the best! * Lake Oku Kiso canoeing, SUP experience until around October. Reservation required TEL: 0264-36-2777 ♦ If you are interested or have any questions, please feel free to contact the Kiso Tourism Federation!

Mountain Isehara Market is on! Event goes ahead in light rain (canceled in severe weather) Sunday, June 23, 2024, 10:00 AM–3:00 PM Venue: Isehara City General Sports Park (free admission) 320 Nishitomioka, Isehara, Kanagawa Access by train and bus Get off at Odakyu Line Isehara Station Take the Kanagawa Chuo Kotsu bus from North Exit bus stop 3, bound for Nanasawa, about 10 minutes, 240 yen ▪ If you take routes I34 or I36, get off at General Sports Park ▪ If you take routes I31 or I37, get off at General Sports Park Entrance and walk 5 minutes * Walking from Isehara Station takes about 45 minutes Access by car ▪ About 30 minutes from Atsugi Interchange on the Tomei Expressway ▪ About 8 minutes from Isehara-Ooyama Interchange on the Shin-Tomei Expressway * Public transport is preferred as congestion is expected; please cooperate by using buses and trains A central stage will feature performances Food tents and kitchen cars Local vegetables will also be on sale A wide variety of booths will be gathered! Lots of delicious treats! Be sure to enjoy Isehara to the fullest!!

Photographed 6/4/24. This is Mr./Ms.'s Hanachozu.

Photographed 6/4/24. This is Hanachozu by Mr./Ms. Buckwheat noodles Juan.