Himeji Castle, also known as the White Heron Castle, stands as the best-preserved castle in Japan. This stunning fortress is not just a Japanese National Treasure but also a World Heritage site. With its 400-year-old, seven-story castle keep and over 1,000 cherry trees that bloom in spring, the castle's grounds are a sight to behold.

Hirosaki Castle Flower Raft 2024.04.20 In Hirosaki Castle, there is a "Team Sakura Guard", and this team protects the cherry blossoms. Cherry trees that are over 100 years old also produce a lot of flowers thanks to this team. Gari will drop a lot of petals because it will have a lot of flowers, and this raft will be completed.

Doll memorial service Nagano Prefecture Suwa City Hot Spring Temple Rinzai sect Myoshinji sect On March 17, 2014, I went to a Hot Spring Temple. It is about a 10-minute walk from Kamisuwa Station. This temple offers Traditional Japanese straw raincoat dolls and stuffed animals. It's like a funeral for Traditional Japanese straw raincoat dolls and stuffed animals. At the Hot Spring Temple, a memorial service for dolls is held every March. 　In Japan, there is a Boys' Day May 5 and a Girls' Day March 3. Most grandparents give dolls as gifts for their grandchildren to pray for the growth and health of their children. It is a traditional doll original to Japan. That's why many Japanese families have Japanese dolls. I think dolls also have a soul like animism. So, if your child has a doll, the child will play with the doll. Adult, I think we move away from dolls. Most Japanese people don't simply throw away the dolls that have watched their children grow up. Because the doll spent time with the child. Most Japanese people think that dolls have souls. That's why we make a memorial service for the dolls. 　On this day, more than 1,000 dolls were gathered. The priest recited sutras on dolls and stuffed animals for about 30 minutes. The priest gave thanks to the doll with cleansing salt. We prayed with the same feeling. 　 It was a very, very strange experience. I've never seen so many dolls and stuffed animals. However, it is a very hearty Buddhist offering for the doll. I feel that I was able to feel the Buddhist sentiment a little. That's why I love Japan!! 　Hot Spring Temple is also famous as a famous place for autumn leaves. If you want to see the beautiful autumn leaves, please come and see the autumn leaves at the Hot Spring Temple.

Traditional Japanese straw raincoat in the coming season Nagoya, Aichi

Photographed 5/25/24. It is Hanachozu of Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Hachimantai's Dragon Eye 2024.05.18 I was able to see the dragon eye that had been opened. It's like opening your eyes once and then closing them. The best time to see it is until the end of this month. It was unusually early this year.

The Milky Way of the Star Pass Water enters the rice paddies, and the stars are reflected in the rice paddies. It is a superb view for a short time before rice planting.

Cherry blossoms on the approach to Makari Shrine. And farmers during the busy season? Cycling with my daughter every year! Pray to God for safety!

It is a wonderful approach to Makari Shrine near my house, ^^ Annual event to cycle here! Pray to God for my daughter's safety!

Photographed 5/17/24. This is Hanachozu from Hara Flower Shop.

Photographed 5/17/24. This is Hanachozu from Hara Flower Shop.

Nayoro Asparagus Festival will be held this weekend! Date: Sunday, May 26, 2024 Location: Nayose Street Shopping Street Special venue ▼Details▼ 1 Asparagus direct sales In the direct sale of the featured project, 500g each of seasonal asparagus L size and 2L size will be sold at a special event price! Sales are scheduled after the Opening Ceremony around 11:30, but may change before or after. 2 Asparagus Gourmet About 30 shops Stalls from Town/Village neighboring cities! Enjoy ♪ the event-limited asparagus gourmet 3 Asparagus Athletic Race Clear various obstacles to reach the goal and get asparagus and sweets! 4 Asparagacha An asparagus gacha with a good deal on asparagus will be set up at some time! 5 Various stages Don't miss the spectacular stage project, such as performances by circles and groups! One day ♪ of annual asparagus Please come to the venue!

ー SPRING IN AIBETSU TOWN 2024 ー This year, the cherry blossoms bloomed earlier than every year. In Aibetsu Town, I was able to see very beautiful cherry blossoms at "Fureai Street" and "Mt. Horai".

The roses were 🌹 also in full bloom in Moroyama Town This is the Takinoiri Rose Garden in Moroyama Town, Saitama Prefecture. It seems that it was started about 10 years ago, and at that time the locals used to go there for fun. Many roses bloom in the park, making you 🤤 feel Spring

[TV Asahi "Jun Walk" Junji Takada further strolls around "Isehara"] Japan Heritage! The superb view of Daisen longed for by the common people of Edo "God's Mountain" Enjoyment of Prayer Souvenir & Gourmet Fulfillment "Koma approach" This week, on Monday and Tuesday, the charm of Daisen was broadcast for two days. After a walk in front of Tsurumaki Hot spring and Tokai University, the Isehara edition will be broadcast on Friday, May 24 ◇ Program content 　"If you take a step forward, you will have an encounter there..." 　　Junji Takada on the theme of "One Step at a Time" 　　Walk freely around the city! ◇ Performers 【Cast】Junji Takada Broadcast date and time: Friday, May 24, 2024 9:55 a.m. - 10:25 a.m. Program Summary: Junji Takada strolls around Isehara ▽ A treasure trove of ingredients! Ranch tour in agricultural areas near Central Tokyo ▽ Popular with Furusato Nozei thank-you gift! Exquisite hamburger steak ▽ Quiz showdown with famous car-shaped confectionery of the past 　 * Photo: View from Oyama Afuri Shrine 　This is not a program video Don't miss the recording! And the superb view, Souvenirs, and gourmet "Isehara" actually See with your eyes, hear with your ears, touch with your skin, Enjoy the location tour!!

Japan's largest poppy field This is a poppy field in Konosu City, Saitama Prefecture. Famous as the largest poppy field in Japan, it has 12.5 hectares and 30 million poppies are in full bloom. It was started by local people. It has now become such a popular tourist destination that it is even organized on tours 🤤

Water lilies Fascinated by the vividness of colors It will be a photo with the camera pointed at it. Mie Prefecture Matsusaka Agricultural Park Bell Farm

Chiba City Monorail The Chiba City Monorail connects the seaside area, the Central Tokyo area, and the Satoyama area of Chiba City. You can walk in the air in a vehicle with a sleek design. It has been certified by Guinness World Records as the world's longest operating distance 15.2 km as a "suspended monorail", and is a familiar presence Traditional Japanese straw raincoat Chiba City citizens. There is almost no noise or vibration, and the view is outstanding! Currently, the "1000 type" with the same design and the "0 type" that won the Good Design Award have been in operation since their opening in 1988. When you come to Chiba City, why don't you take a walk around the sightseeing Spot along the railway line, which has a variety of attractions, while taking a walk in the air?

Sky Tree dyed in the sunset This is Hirai Sports Park in Tokyo At this time of year, it is crowded with poppies 🤤 in full bloom This time, I layered poppies on the 📸 sunset You can 🤤 only see the collaboration with the world's best radio tower here

Tea plantation in the sky While being bitten by leeches, I went to the Observatory. I can't 😅 climb anymore Ibi-gun, Gifu Shot on iPHONE 11 PRO

Poppy field dyed in the morning glow This is Kokaigawa Fureai Park in Shimotsuma City, Ibaraki Prefecture. It seems that the best time to visit is from mid-May to early June every year. Poppies bloom on about 1.9 hectares of land. It was started by locals 20 years ago, and now many people visit to catch a glimpse.

【Bustling Forest Park】 At the beginning of GW, it was reopened on April 29th Forest park in Nishiokoppe Village. Last year, it was under renovation, and I myself It's the first time I've seen the playground equipment in action. I was surprised by the number of people on the first day of opening! Let's play with the playground equipment that is open to the public for free A lot of people came to visit. I rode a go-kart many times Some people keep batting endlessly. Some people have a picnic and spend a peaceful time. Kitchen Car will come in the second half of GW, etc. The crowd is even more crowded, and the fluffy dome is always full. Even if it was not free, the playground equipment continued to operate. A park where the voices of people enjoying themselves echo It was very pleasant to watch. Please come and visit us in the future! The campground, which is scheduled to open in early June, is also for fun. #Nishiokoppe Village #Forest Park #GW #Open Event #Renewal opening #Playground equipment #Northernmost batting center #Go-karts with sharp curves #The cherry blossoms were blooming beautifully

Inohana Park / Chiba Castle Chiba City Local Museums / Inohanatei It is a historical park located in the birthplace of Chiba, where Tsuneshige, the father of Chiba Tsuneshige, set up a residence in this area in 1126 Daijigen. Although it is located in the center of Chiba City, it has a quiet and calm environment and is a place of relaxation for citizens and tourists. In Inohana Park, there is "Chiba Castle Chiba City Local Museum / Free Admission", which exhibits Documents on the history of the local area, including Mr. Chiba, who laid the foundation of the town of Chiba, as well as various special exhibitions related to Chiba. The view from the observation deck on the 5th floor is wonderful, overlooking the city and Chiba Port, and sometimes you can see Mt. Fuji. In the calm Japanese space "Inohanatei" where you can see Chiba Castle, there is a green Garden and serves the Specialties Inohana Dango and sweets. There is also a tea room with a view of the garden, and it is a nostalgic tea shop that conveys traditional Japanese tea culture. You can enjoy the nature of the four seasons in Inohana Park, and especially in Spring, the cherry blossoms are in full bloom, making it a popular spot for cherry blossom viewing. At the Chiba Castle Sakura Festival, food stalls and Kitchen Car using local ingredients are lined up, and local cultural and performing arts live performances Gari live. The Limited Time festival of Chiba Castle illumination and the competition of cherry blossoms at night are reputed to Fascination people. ■ Access: ・From JR Chiba Station, take the Keisei Bus to "University Hospital" and get off at "Local Museums" ・10 minutes walk from Chiba Monorail Prefectural Office Station ・ 15 minutes walk from JR Honchiba Station ■Address: 1-6 Inohana, Chuo-ku, Chiba City

It's exciting to be close to rice planting. Because you can take pictures of this kind of scenery. I took an aerial shot with a drone. Inabe City, Mie Prefecture * Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Comprehensive Flight Permit has been obtained. * Flight plan report and flight log book have been prepared.

Wrapped in an arch of roses 　　　　　　　　　　Tokyo Tower🗼 This is one photo taken from Shiba Park, Minato-ku, Tokyo. Since its opening in 1958, it has been watching over the city as a symbol of Tokyo for about 60 years. It is said that the construction technology of that time is so advanced that it is said that it cannot be reproduced now. It has been earthquake-resistant for more than 60 years in Japan, an earthquake-prone country, and I felt that it was the crystallization of craftsmanship. Why don't you enjoy matching with modern roses? 🌹

Photographed 5/6/24. This is Hanachozu from Hara Flower Shop. It's a vitamin color. 💛

Photographed 4/23/24. This is Chasoba Juan's Hanachozu. The mock roses are very nice.

Metasequoia trees shining in the morning sun Takashima City, Shiga Prefecture

Empty blisters, harvest!

[Sagami Kokufu Festival] On May 5th, the "Sagami Kokufu Festival" was held at Mt. Kamirayama in Oiso Town, where six companies from the former Sagami Province, including Isehara Sannomiya Hibita Shrine, gathered. The rampaging Mikoshi portable shrine of the Sannomiya Hibita Shrine shining in the fresh greenery excited the audience as well as the Great power. By all means, next year!!