[English／日本語] Hachioji had a castle called Katakura Castle 500 years ago. Today, there is no castle, but there is a park that tells the history of the castle. This park is popular among tourists because of its beautiful katakuri (dogtooth violet) flowers in spring. The park is also decorated with statues. The statue in the photo became famous because a kingfisher once perched on its shoulder. Hachioji is not only rich in nature but also home to many historical sites. At school, before visiting such historical places, students take classes to learn about the history of Hachioji. Many students know the word "samurai" but do not know much about the deeper history of the city, so everyone listens intently to the lessons 😊. Hachioji had a castle called Katakura Castle 500 years ago. Today there is no castle, but there is a park that passes on its history. This park is popular with tourists for its beautiful katakuri flowers in spring. The park also displays bronze statues and other works. The statue in the photo became famous because a kingfisher once landed on its shoulder. Hachioji is not only abundant in nature but also has many historical sites. At school, before visiting such historical places, students have lessons to study the history of Hachioji. Many students know the word "samurai" but do not know the deeper history, so everyone listens seriously to the talks 😊.

Beautiful cherry blossom alley of shibuya is currently a good spot to enjoy cherry blossom during night time. The 30 Somi-Yoshino cherry trees and 250 tiered lanterns lining the street look stunning in colorful lights in the evening.

Beautiful cherry blossom alley of shibuya is currently a good spot to enjoy cherry blossom during night time. The 30 Somi-Yoshino cherry trees and 250 tiered lanterns lining the street look stunning in colorful lights in the evening.

The other day I went to Gundam Mercury Witch EXPO I have only enjoyed the outdoor free exhibitions о ́∀'о I'm looking forward to the second term.

[English/Japanese] Cherry blossoms Someiyoshino have begun to bloom in Hachioji as well. Miharu-takizakura cherry blossoms with drooping branches, which bloom a little earlier than Someiyoshino, are now in full bloom. The photo shows the Miharutaki cherry tree at Shinshuji Temple in Katakura, Hachioji. The temple has a history of more than 500 years. It is a 10-minute walk from Keio Katakura Station. Please visit the temple. Hachioji has many old temples and large parks. We tell students where and which flowers are at their best depending on the season. Why don't you also study Japanese in Hachioji where you can enjoy the seasons? Hachioji has also started to see Someiyoshino cherry blossoms blooming. Miharu-takizakura, a cherry tree with drooping branches that blooms slightly earlier than Someiyoshino, is now at its peak. The photo shows the Miharu-takizakura at Shinshuji Temple in Katakura, Hachioji. Shinshuji has a history of more than 500 years. It is about a 10-minute walk from Keio Katakura Station. Be sure to pay it a visit. Hachioji is home to many old temples and spacious parks. We tell students where and which flowers are at their best in each season. Why not study Japanese in Hachioji, where you can enjoy the changing seasons?

Introducing the photos posted on "Everyone's Post"! This is a pickup post of the inbound tourism information SNS "Cool Japan Video". Today, I would like to introduce a post by "takeo". It is a piece that captures the grandeur of the cherry blossoms blooming in Chidorigafuchi. The Chidorigafuchi Greenway in Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo is a promenade that borders the moat around the Imperial Palace. It is about 700 meters long and is one of the most famous cherry blossom viewing spots in Tokyo, with about 260 cherry trees such as Somei Yoshino cherry trees. The best time to see the cherry blossoms on the Chidorigafuchi Greenway is usually late March ~ early April. Since the water surface of the moat and the cherry blossoms are close, you can rent a boat at the "Ward Chidorigafuchi Boat Ground" and enjoy cherry blossom viewing from the boat. During the cherry blossom season, the "Chiyoda Sakura Festival" will also be held, and in 2023, it will be held from March 24 Fri. ~ April 4 Tue.. It is also lit up from 18:00~22:00, and you can enjoy the cherry blossoms at night. The boat park is open every day during the cherry blossom illumination period and can be enjoyed until 20:30 last boarding at 20:00. There are no plans to open food stalls at the cherry blossom festival, but there are plenty of cafes in the vicinity, so it is recommended for a break from walking. Also, why not stop by the sightseeing spots around Chidorigafuchi Greenway? There are plenty of attractions such as the Edo Castle Ruins, a standard tourist spot for sightseeing in Tokyo, the Science Museum, and the National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo. At Kitanomaru Park, which is adjacent to the Chidorigafuchi Greenway, you can enjoy the nature of the four seasons. ◆Chidorigafuchi Greenway◆ 【Address】〒102-0075 2-senbancho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 【Access】 5-minute walk from Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Station Exit 5 or 5-minute walk from Kudanshita Station Exit 2

Introducing the photos posted on "Everyone's Post"! This is a pickup post of the inbound tourism information SNS "Cool Japan Video". Today, I would like to introduce a post by "Yuto Yamada". The colorful cherry blossoms with the Meguro River in the background are superb. The Meguro River Meguro River is a river that flows through Setagaya, Meguro, and Shinagawa wards. Along the Meguro River in Meguro Ward, there is a row of cherry blossom trees that stretches for about 4 km, and it is a popular cherry blossom viewing spot in Tokyo that many people visit during the cherry blossom season. Across the Meguro River, the superb view of about 800 Yoshino cherry trees arching from the left and right is a must-see. There is also a promenade along the river, where you can enjoy the cherry blossoms slowly while walking. The best time to see them is usually around late March ~ early April. In 2023, the "Nakameguro Cherry Blossom Festival" is scheduled to be held for the first time in four years. 【Meguro East Area Cherry Blossom Festival】April 1~2, 2023 【Nakameguro Cherry Blossom Festival】March 18th ~ April 9th One of the highlights is the bonbori that is decorated with flowering. From 17:00 to 20:00, the bonbori is lit up and lit up, so you can enjoy the fantastic night cherry blossoms. We also recommend the Meguro River cherry blossom viewing cruise that you can enjoy while listening to the guide. Advance reservations are required, but you can also bring your own food and drink, so you can enjoy cherry blossom viewing and sightseeing on the boat. ◆Along the Meguro River◆ 【Address】〒153-0061 Near Nakameguro 2-chome, Meguro-ku, Tokyo along the Meguro River 【Access】 1 minute walk from Nakameguro Station on the Tokyu Toyoko Line

[English/Japanese] We went to Hamura City Zoological Park for our graduation field trip! The park was compact enough to see all the animals in about an hour, so we took our time and enjoyed it. The giraffes were especially popular, and everyone who visited took photos of them. The students were thrilled to see animals for the first time! We also discussed food culture, such as how this animal is commonly eaten in some countries. We went to Hamura City Zoological Park for our graduation field trip! The park was compact enough to see all the animals in about an hour, so we took our time and enjoyed it. The giraffes were especially popular, and everyone who visited took photos of them. The students were thrilled to see animals for the first time! We also discussed food culture, such as how this animal is commonly eaten in some countries.

These are Kawazu cherry blossoms and mejiro. Kawazu cherry blossoms are early blooming cherry blossoms that begin to bloom in early February. Kawazu cherry blossoms were born from the natural hybrids of the scarlet cherry blossoms and Oshima cherry blossoms mentioned in the previous post. Since it was discovered in Kawazu Town in Shizuoka Prefecture, it was named Kawazu Sakura. The reason why Kawazu cherry blossoms bloom so early is that the early flowering time of the cold scarlet cherry blossoms, which is the source of hybridization, is said to be the early flowering time. Since the color of Oshima cherry blossoms is pure white, the color of Kawazu cherry blossoms seems to be somewhere between Kanscarlet cherry blossoms and Oshima cherry blossoms. By the way, Kawazu cherry blossoms can also be seen in Tokyo. This photo was taken in front of the Marubeni Building in Otemachi. It's quite scattered now. ）

Introducing the photos posted on "Everyone's Post"! This is a pickup post of the inbound tourism information SNS "Cool Japan Video". Today, I would like to introduce Mr. Sasaki's post "Cherry blossoms taken from Inokashira Park Bentenbashi". The reflection of the water surface is beautiful and it is a fantastic photo. Straddling Musashino City and Mitaka City in Tokyo, Toritsu Inokashira Onshi Park is commonly known as Inokashira Park and is widely known. In the center of the park is Inokashira Pond, one of the three major spring ponds in Musashino. About 500 cherry trees are planted throughout the park, and the beautiful scenery has been selected as one of the Japan 100 best cherry blossom spots. The best time to see them is usually late March ~ early April. There are many varieties such as Kawazuzakura, Somei Yoshino, and Yamazakura, and you can enjoy various cherry blossoms such as white, bright red, and yellow. It is also lit up from 18:00 to 22:00 in the evening to coincide with the bloom. The location is near the east side of the Nanaibashi entrance. It is located in the north direction of the pond, which is also a standard spot for cherry blossom viewing, so you can easily enjoy the cherry blossoms at night. In addition to the cherry blossoms, Inokashira Park is full of attractions. The Tokyo Metropolitan Zoo "Inokashira Nature and Cultural Park" in the park is also popular with children. You can interact with guinea pigs and goats, and it is a hands-on facility with playground equipment and a sculpture garden. There are plenty of stylish cafes on the way to the park. Many shops open at 8:00 or 9:00 in the morning, so it is also recommended for mornings. ◆Inokashira ParkMetropolitan Inokashira Park◆ 【Address】1-18-31 Gotenyama, Musashino-shi, Tokyo 【Access】 Get off at JR Chuo Line "Kichijoji" and walk about 5 minutes 【Parking lot】Available charged

★ The 16th COOL JAPAN VIDEOS Photo Contest is currently being ★ held under the theme of "Sightseeing spots Japan to visit in spring" We look forward to receiving many applications from you! This time, we will introduce the post of "=͟͟͞͞ Aioi."! The Sky Tree over the Kawazu cherry blossoms is beautiful. Tokyo Skytree is a radio tower that opened in 2012. There are also commercial facilities such as restaurants and souvenir shops. The observation deck, which is 350 meters high and 450 meters high, is a popular tourist attraction. ◆Tokyo Skytree◆ 【Address】〒131−0045 1-1-1 Oshiage, Sumida-ku, Tokyo 【Access】 Get off at Tokyo Skytree Station on the Tobu Skytree Line or Oshiage Skytree-mae Station on the Hanzomon Line and walk a short distance

Introducing the photos posted on "Minna no Post"! This is a pickup post on the inbound tourism information SNS "COOL JAPAN VIDEOS". Today, I would like to introduce Yuki's post "Cherry blossoms in Shinjuku Gyoen bathed in the light of the setting sun". It is a beautiful photo of the cherry blossoms that have increased in color with the setting sun. Shinjuku Gyoen, which straddles Shinjuku and Shibuya wards in Tokyo, is a landscape garden that was born in 1906 Meiji 39. The garden covers an area of about 58 hectares, and you can enjoy nature throughout the four seasons. In spring, it is a popular cherry blossom viewing spot where about 900 cherry trees of about 70 species are in full bloom. Since the flowering time differs depending on the type of cherry blossom, you can enjoy the cherry blossoms for a long time, from the early-blooming Kawazu cherry blossoms in January to the Yae cherry blossoms in April. Many people visit it as an oasis in Shinjuku's building district. In addition, there are restaurants, cafes, greenhouses, children's squares, etc. in the park, and there are many attractions. From late March, the cherry blossom light-up event "NAKED Sakura no Shinjuku Gyoen 2023" will be held. In collaboration with NAKED Co., Ltd., you can enjoy various light-ups, projection mapping, and cherry blossoms. 【Event Period】Friday, March 31, 2023 ~ Sunday, April 23, 2023 During the busy season when last year's cherry blossoms are in full bloom, advance reservations are made for admission, and although there is no announcement at this time, there is a possibility that the same will be made in 2023. It is a good idea to check in advance on the Internet. ◆Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden◆ 【Address】〒160-0014 11 Naito-cho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 【Access】 About a 5-minute walk from Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line "Shinjuku Gyoenmae Station" Exit 1 【Parking lot】Available Please check the official website for details. ）

[English/Japanese] The most famous gourmet cuisine in Hachioji is ramen. So well known among ramen fans that a style called Hachioji Ramen even exists, it differs from other ramen by using a generous amount of onions in the broth. In Nishi Hachioji, there is a Hachioji Ramen shop called Goemon that often has a line. It is a three-minute walk from Nishi Hachioji Station, so it is very close to the school. I tried it for the first time the other day! True to Hachioji Ramen, it was a very tasty bowl with the sweet flavor of onion. The international students at the Japanese language school love ramen. Some male students in particular eat it every day, to the point that it is one reason they gain weight. By the way, many female students tend to gain weight from eating bread. Hachioji’s most famous gourmet is ramen. So well known that there is a type called "Hachioji Ramen," it is familiar among ramen lovers. Unlike other ramen, Hachioji Ramen uses a large amount of onions in the soup. In Nishi Hachioji there is a popular Hachioji Ramen restaurant called Goemon that draws queues. It is a three-minute walk from Nishi Hachioji Station, so it is very close to the school. I tried it for the first time the other day! It was a very delicious ramen with the sweet taste of onion, just like Hachioji Ramen. The international students at the Japanese language school really like ramen. Especially male students sometimes eat it every day, which is one reason they gain weight. (By the way, many female students tend to gain weight from bread.)

You can also see Decca Mt. Fuji from Tokyo.

Shin-Okubo at nightfall

Hie shrine is a very popular tourist spot in Tokyo metropolitan nagatacho area. The god enshrined here is believed to be guardian deity of the Tokugawa family. Just outside the temple area there are several torii gates which looks very beautiful. So, my today's recommended travel spot is Hie shrine.

A stone step festival held every other year at Atago Shrine in Tokyo. The scene of carrying a mikoshi down the steep stone steps is truly a masterpiece!

Today's place is 昭和記念公園. Spring is one of the best times here in Japan. In Tokyo, this park is the perfect place to find almost all kinds of spring flowers.

Tomorrow, February 22nd, is Cat Day. So, I would like to introduce one place related to cats. It is Gotokuji Temple located in Setagaya Ward. Gotokuji Temple is the birthplace of Maneki-neko. There are many beckoning cats. If you have time, please go. Nearest Station Setagaya Line Miyanosaka Odakyu Line Gotokuji

[English／日本語] Tomorrow, February 22, is Cat Day. As previously mentioned, Hachioji is also a cat-friendly town. There are shelter cat cafes around Hachioji Station and nishi hachioji station. There are also many cats in the Hanamachi area, which I introduced earlier, and they are loved by the locals. Today we will introduce you to "shutters with cats painted on them" in Hachioji, the first of which is located in Hanamachi. The second one is a Nepalese curry restaurant located a 2-minute walk from nishi hachioji station. Both have great designs! Tomorrow, February 22, is Cat Day. As mentioned before, Hachioji is a cat-friendly town. There are shelter cat cafes near hachioji station and nishi hachioji station. The Hanamachi area I introduced earlier is also home to many cats loved by locals. Today I will introduce shutters painted with cats in Hachioji. The first is in Hanamachi. The second is a Nepalese curry shop a two-minute walk from nishi hachioji station. Both have lovely designs!

I took this photo at "Aqua Park Shinagawa" near Shinagawa Station in Tokyo! !! I visited to take pictures with a friend from the photography club. A dolphin parade is being held, and dolphins fly coolly in time with the light and sound. There is no doubt that you will be attracted by the cuteness and coolness of the dolphins!!! In addition to the parade, you can also see a jungle zone and sea animals such as penguins, seals, otters, and sharks! Please visit when you go to Shinagawa Station!

It is a building near Nogizaka Station in Tokyo. I was attracted by the buildings and the blue sky that made me feel like I was abroad, so I clicked the shutter. To change your mood a little, it is recommended to look up at the sky.

This is a night view photo taken from Manhattan Hills already closed of the Odakyu Department Store main store. There is Tokyo Mode Gakuen in front and there is a bus stop on the Four Main Line.

Introducing the photos posted on "Everyone's Post"! This is a pickup post of the inbound tourism information SNS "Cool Japan Video". Today, I would like to introduce "Na-chan's post "Illumination of Yomiuri Land". The gorgeous and colorful illuminations are beautiful. "Yomiuri Land" is a comprehensive leisure facility that straddles Inagi City, Tokyo and Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture. There are 43 types of attractions, ranging from those that even small children can ride to screaming such as bungee jumping. Various events and collaboration events are also one of the attractions. The popular anime, Delicious Party ♡ Pretty Cure, and collaboration events with Hatsune Miku are being held. The event "Jewelmination", which is currently attracting attention, is the world's first to express the color of a gemstone with LEDs, and you can enjoy vivid illumination. Period: Until Sunday, April 9 The collaboration between the fountain show "La Fontaine" held only for two days in winter and about 800 fireworks is a must-see. Highlights include images projected on the water screen from a huge 12-meter-high ring, 185 fountains, lasers and flames. And the fireworks in the winter sky are sure to impress. Date: Saturday, February 11 and Saturday, February 18 The collaboration show with fireworks is only for two days, but the fountain show is still being held after that, so you can't miss it. For Yomiuri Land tickets, it is recommended to purchase advance tickets. It can be purchased at the official online ticket sales site "Yomiran CLUB" and Seven Tickets. ◆Yomiuri Land◆ 【Address】〒206-8725 4015-1 Yanoguchi, Inagi City, Tokyo 【Access】 From Keio Yomiuri Land Station on the Keio Sagamihara Line About 5 minutes by Yomiuri Land gondola "Sky Shuttle" Please check the official website for details.

[English/Japanese] The other day I had lunch at Hokkaido Soup Curry Workshop Seven West, a three-minute walk from Nishi Hachioji Station. I chose the mild curry, but it was surprisingly spicy and offered a complex blend of spices. The best part was the bone-in chicken, cooked until it fell apart at the slightest touch of chopsticks. Most of the students enrolled at our school come from Southeast Asia. Nearly every one of their countries has a version of “curry.” When I show them how to make Japanese home-style curry, they are surprised at how different it is from what they know. They are even more amazed to learn that, within Japan, there is another style called Hokkaido curry. The other day I had lunch at Hokkaido Soup Curry Workshop Seven West, a 3-minute walk from Nishi-Hachioji Station. I chose the sweet curry, but it was quite spicy and I could taste a variety of spices. The chicken on the bone, which was cooked so well that it fell apart when touched with chopsticks, was the best part. Most of the students enrolled in our school are from Southeast Asia. Almost all of them have "curry" in their countries. When I show the students how to make Japanese home-style curry, they are surprised at how different it is from their own country. And they are even more surprised when they learn that there is another type of curry in the same country, Hokkaido Curry!

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.

★ 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 a post by "Abhi Sen"! It's a piece that feels wabi sabi. The "Old Kaneiji Five-storied Pagoda" in Ueno Zoo, Taito Ward, Tokyo. It has a long history of about 400 years and is designated as an Important Tangible Folk Cultural Property of Japan. It was lost in 1639, but was donated in 1958. ◆Ueno Park◆ 【Address】〒110-0008 Ueno Park, Taito-ku, Tokyo Ikenohata 3-chome 【Access】 Get off at JR Yamanote Line, JR Keihin Tohoku Line, JR Takasaki Line, JR Utsunomiya Line, Tokyo Metro Ginza Line, Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line "Ueno" G16 / H17 and walk about 2 minutes 【Parking lot】Available charged Please check the official website for details.

[English/Japanese] Setsubun event was held at the school on February 3. Students made ogre masks and enjoyed bean-throwing. Hachioji, where the school is located, has a famous mountain called Mt. Takao, where a Setsubun event is also held every year. In 2020, our school participated in the Setsubun event at Mt. It was a very lively and fun event. On February 3, the school held a Setsubun event. Students made oni masks and enjoyed throwing beans. The school is in Hachioji, which is home to the famous Mt. Takao. A Setsubun event takes place there each year. Our school also took part in the Setsubun event on Mt. Takao in 2020. It was a very lively and enjoyable celebration.

The five-storied pagoda of Ueno park looks very beautiful in every season. Ueno park is one of the most popular spots that hardly need any recommendations yet I want to recommend it because sometimes in a rush we somehow overlook a few things or spots that's why this post. Amid the colorless nature, the red pagoda and flower-printed Japanese umbrella in front of it formed a strangely beautiful scene. Although the pagoda is almost covered in flowers during the sakura season, once on a peony flower exhibition day when I went there I stopped after seeing such a sight. Amid the colorless nature, the red pagoda and flower-printed Japanese umbrella in front of it formed a strangely beautiful scene.