The Tottori Sand Dunes in Tottori Prefecture are one of the largest sand dunes in the Japan, and after the wind blows in the dry season, beautiful wind patterns are created and impress the viewer.

Series "Kobe, rediscovered" Today, the ninth stage, we will deliver the Port Tower, a symbol of Kobe, which is also called the beauty of the steel tower. Its height is 108 meters, and the hyperboloid tower with a smooth constriction in the center is illuminated to unleash its crimson beauty into the sea, sky, city and mountains. Currently, renovation work is underway, and an open observation facility will be installed on the roof of the highest place. When it is completed, you can expect a night view while blowing in the fragrant sea breeze and a view of the blue sea shining in the sunlight, and I am very much looking forward to it! !! It seems that the reopening will be in the spring of 2024, and it is completely covered now, but after sunset, projection mapping will be projected and you can enjoy the production.

I went to the killing stone in the Nasu Highlands. In February, the Nasu Highlands were covered with snow and we couldn't go to the observatory. However, it was nice to have a foot bath.

I went to Haneda Airport. It was a break for exams, and there were not many people, so I was able to take pictures casually.

Biei is located almost in the center of Hokkaido and has gentle hills. It is full of tourists from spring to autumn, but the snowy winter is also attractive. The blue pond, which became famous when it was previously used as a wallpaper for MacBook, is lit up at night in winter. There was a Biei light-up tour, so I was able to go easily. The blue pond covered with pure white snow was very beautiful in the fantastic illumination.

It is a local sunset view. It is a piece after rain.

Statue of Nio at Sensoji Temple in Asakusa

Shibuya at night in cyberpunk. As Shibuya development progresses in the future, it will become more and more futuristic. I shot while imagining such things. Also, because Shibuya has many IT companies, I thought that the cyberpunk atmosphere would be a good match. The scramble crossing is always lively. I guess it will become more and more Shibuya and futuristic from now on. I'm really looking forward to that.

Kawaguchi Sengen Shrine is one of the constituent assets of the World Cultural Heritage "Mt. Fuji - Object of Worship and Source of Art". There is a torii gate in the sky here. It took about 30 minutes on foot from Kawaguchi Sengen Shrine, and I arrived at it while getting into a cutthroat, but the view from here was just superb.

Oshino Hakkai has eight ponds that spring from the rain and snowmelt of Mt. Fuji. It used to be a sacred place, but many people still visit it as a power spot. On snowy winter days, the nostalgic mountain village scenery becomes even more attractive. I was finally able to see the snowy scenery of Oshino Hakkai

Niikurayama Sengen Shrine where you can see the Japan-like Mt. Fuji and the five-storied pagoda together. It is famous for the cherry blossom season in spring, but the snowy scenery with snow in winter is also the best. I thought it wasn't that crowded at this time of year, but when I arrived at 6 a.m., it was full of photographers.

Bells of Lore This monument is located in Onagawa Town, Oshika District, Miyagi Prefecture. This is the place that was damaged by the tsunami caused by the Great East Japan Earthquake on March 11, 2011. It's been 12 years this year, and the zodiac signs are just turning around At that juncture, I came here for the first time in 20 years to visit my friend's grave. That tragic natural disaster stole the smiles of many people Even so, the townspeople did not lose and desperately rebuilt the town. Such a monument that will pass on the tragic reality and the courage of the townspeople to future generations I hope you will visit us once. "Visiting the town" I feel like this is the number one support.

This time I want to recommend Kawagoe. This small town of kawagoe is known as condo (little edo) because till now this place offers the old days feeling. Its kind of time traveling. A great experience indeed. Yesterday I went once again because I was hoping to see another interesting part of this place and I was right. It looks like a place coming out of fairytale.

A photo taken from a trip to Nasushiobara last fall! I've been there 3 or 4 times, and the scenery of this place is amazing! The bridge you can see in the photo is the ♪ Crimson Suspension Bridge

View from Hakone Camellia Line Did it come naturally? For a beautiful picture frame ? I could see Mt ?. Fuji standing tall.

Biei, a hill town The Milky Way in Biei, Hokkaido I was impressed that there are so many stars

"Kobe, rediscovered" Today, the eighth stage of the series, we will deliver the view from the Kikuseidai of Mt. Maya. In the vicinity of the previous "Kobe Sakura Tunnel", which climbed uphill, there is a Maya Cable station. This cable car and the Maya ropeway further up are called the Maya View Line, and you can reach the top of Mt. Maya by connecting the two. There is an observatory called Kuseidai (本星台), and below you can see a 10 million dollar night view from downtown Kobe to Osaka Bay and the city of Osaka on the opposite bank. The word "scooping up the stars" means "scooping up the stars," and the name comes from the fact that the countless lights of the night view are likened to stars, and you can look down at the stars that you can scoop with your hands. This photo was taken just before dawn, when the eastern sky was beginning to be tinted with sunrise, and I tried to scoop up the stars that fell from the night sky to the ground, but instead I was buried in the stars. The summit is about 700m above sea level and there is a temperature difference from the city, and the air is very fresh! !! On this day, I climbed the driveway, and it seems that you can ride the Maya View Line with a bicycle using a bicycle bag. You can also rent an electric assist bicycle at the top, and you can go to Rokko Ranch.

Kobe Sannomiya Ferry Terminal. You can go to Miyazaki from here, and the view from the observation deck is very nice.

Binchuku Branch Temple in Soja City, Okayama Prefecture. Does it snow in winter about once every five years? The snowy landscape and the five-storied pagoda match very well.

Binchuku Branch Temple in Soja City, Okayama Prefecture. At night in Kibiji, the air is clear and the stars look beautiful in winter. The collaboration with the five-storied pagoda is also beautiful.

Binchuku Branch Temple in Soja City, Okayama Prefecture. At night in Kibiji, the starry sky is beautiful and matches the five-storied pagoda well.

Binchuku Branch Temple in Soja City, Okayama Prefecture. The collaboration between the sunset of Kibiji, the five-storied pagoda, and the trees with fallen leaves is also beautiful.

Binchuku Branch Temple in Soja City, Okayama Prefecture. The collaboration between the sunset of Kibiji and the five-storied pagoda is very beautiful.

During the winter, Abashiri lake becom a completely frozen lake. One even can walk in the middle of the lake. During this time smelt fishing is a very popular and exciting events in hokkaido. Several people come here and make a tent. Inside the tent they create a whole by digging out the snow to reach the lake water. Then they do fishing. Although the weather usually very cold but still it provide a great pleasure. In addition to this smelt fishing one can also enjoy the drift ice from the nearby Abashiri port

★ The 15th COOL JAPAN VIDEOS Photo Contest is currently being ★ held under the theme of "Recommended Japan Sightseeing Spots in 2023" We look forward to receiving many applications from you! This time, we will introduce "Mochizuki's post"! The steamy night view is an impressive photo. Kusatsu Onsen (草津温泉, Kusatsu Onsen) is one of the most popular hot spring resorts Japan in Kusatsu Town, Agatsuma District, Gunma Prefecture, Japan. Boasting an abundant amount of hot water, it is also famous as one of the three famous hot springs in Japan. You can also enjoy Japan hot spring inns and resort hotels. ◆Kusatsu Onsen◆ 【Address】 Kusatsu-cho, Agatsuma-gun, Gunma 【Access】 Conventional line: Get off at JR Naganohara Kusatsuguchi Station⇒ take the bus and get off at Kusatsu Bus Terminal Shinkansen: Get off at Karuizawa Station⇒ take the bus and get off at Kusatsu Bus Terminal Please check the official website for details.

In the summer of Asakusa Shrine, lanterns with the delicious expression "Natsumode" were displayed. Coupled with the blue sky, it is a stylish feeling. Speaking of Asakusa, Sensoji Temple is famous, but please visit the Asakusa Shrine right next to it.

Kafubanta / Kaho Banta on Miyagi Island just before going to Ikei Island from the Katsuren Peninsula in the central part of the main island of Okinawa via the Underwater Road! On this day, it was not good because it was foggy, but on a clear day, the gradation of cobalt blue and emerald green is very beautiful. Because this scenery makes me happy, this place was called "Cape Happiness" in the Okinawan dialect "Kafubanta". The sandy beach you can see below is "Nuchi no Hama", which is also a place where sea turtles come to lay eggs.

ice sculpture At the Sapporo Snow Festival Susukino venue, many ice sculptures are on display. One of the most popular was this Shimaenaga ice sculpture The details are well crafted and eye-catching.

Introducing ♨ Gunma's Japan number one hot spring resort, Kusatsu Onsen Kusatsu Onsen in winter is holding a large tree illumination event (until 2/14) And the steaming water that rises from the hot spring field is lit up, making it a very fantastic space. No matter where you look for such a space, Kusatsu is the only one! Why don't you go to Kusatsu Onsen at night in winter?

Night view of Mt. Fuji It was very cold, but the air was clear. I was able to encounter the splendid Mt. Fuji. This is the view from the Lake Yamanaka Panorama Platform. If it's a clear day, you can see a superb view of Mt. Fuji even during the day. Recommended spot Mt. Fuji in winter is the best.