Late-blooming Double Cherry Blossom (Yae zakura) and Carp streamers The collaboration between Carp streamers swimming in the Spring breeze and Morimori's Double Cherry Blossom (Yae zakura) is wonderful "Hanedani Dandan Park" Kaizu City, Gifu Prefecture 2025/4

Photographed on April 7, 25. It is the cherry blossom of Kitain.

A world full of Japanese umbrellas This is Hotoku Temple Located in in Kiryu City, Gunma Prefecture. This is a Temple Famous for its floor maples. We hold events according to the season. 🤤

Photographed on April 7, 25. It is the five-storied pagoda and cherry blossoms of Kita-in.

Kikuchi Gorge: a breathtaking retreat of fresh verdant beauty Kikuchi Gorge, a signature attraction of Kikuchi City in Kumamoto Prefecture, is a stunning canyon chosen as one of Japan’s Top 100 Forest Bathing Sites, Top 100 Famous Waters, and Top 100 Waterfalls. About 17 km east of central Kikuchi, it lies on the northwestern slopes of the Aso outer rim at elevations between 500 m and 800 m, spanning a vast 1,193 hectares of peaceful woodland. A cobalt-blue stream so clear that the trees reflect on its surface runs through the gorge. The average water temperature stays around 14°C year-round. On bright blue-sky days the water turns an even deeper blue as sunlight filters through the trees, creating a beautiful scene. In May the contrast between fresh green leaves, the sky, and the stream is especially striking. You can hear the gentle flow of the river and birdsong, and see many wildflowers in bloom. Well-maintained trails run through the gorge, with clear signs to guide you, so you can take a relaxed walk through the primeval forest. The gorge also features many waterfalls, including Shijusanman Falls, Reimei Falls, and Ryugafuchi, all selected among Japan’s Top 100 Waterfalls. Be sure to find your favorite. Rest facilities with a souvenir corner sell items such as coffee made with the gorge’s delicious water, allowing you to unwind while overlooking the canyon. In spring you can feel new life in the fresh green leaves after winter. Summer makes the gorge an ideal cool retreat, often described as a natural air conditioner with its crisp, cool air. Autumn brings colorful foliage, and winter offers a clear, bracing atmosphere. Please experience Kikuchi Gorge through all four seasons. ■ About Kikuchi Gorge ■ 〇 Open season: April 1–November 30 (typical) 〇 Hours: 8:30–17:00 〇 Maintenance cooperation fee: 300 yen per person for high school students and older ※ The receipt for the cooperation fee includes a 200-yen discount voucher usable at Kikuchi Onsen day-use baths. Parking First parking lot: approx. 80 spaces / 7 large vehicle spaces Second parking lot: approx. 45 spaces (open during busy periods only) Central parking lot: approx. 80 spaces (open during busy periods only) A free shuttle bus operates from the central parking lot during Golden Week and other busy periods. Parking fees Standard car: 300 yen Motorbike: 200 yen Microbus: 1,000 yen Large vehicle: 2,000 yen Kikuchi Sightseeing Shared Taxi A reservation-based shared sightseeing taxi links major Kikuchi City attractions (including Kikuchi Gorge) with the city center. It operates on Saturdays, Sundays, national holidays, substitute holidays, and Golden Week. Service is suspended during the New Year holidays (December 29–January 3). Take a deep breath at Kikuchi Gorge. Bask in negative ions and enjoy a leisurely moment in nature.

Photographed on April 7, 25. It is the five-storied pagoda and cherry blossoms of Kita-in.

The azaleas at Nezu Shrine are 🤤 in full bloom This is Located in, Tokyo It is Nezu Shrine. From mid to late April every year The azaleas are in full bloom. This is the only place in Tokyo where you can enjoy so many azaleas! Please come and visit us 😊

Photographed 4/24/25. I went to the Taiwan Fair Held in at Maruhiro Department Store. It is a bean flower from Shanhai Douhua and a Taiwanese donut. The bean blossoms contain boiled peanuts, mung beans, milk warabi mochi, sencho jelly, Sweet potato Dango, and taro Dango. This is Mr. 168's chicken rice. I thoroughly enjoyed it. 😊

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On February 2, 2025, visit Heian Jingu Shrine to visit the festival ceremony of the Setsubshi Festival and pray for good luck for the year.

On February 1, 2025, I went to Yoshida Shrine to participate in the Setsubshi Festival, and the "ghosts" roared and chased and scared many children. #Cool Japan #Visit Japan #Photo contest

Photographed on April 5, 25. This is LEC COFFEE's matcha tiramisu.

The Icelandic poppies in the forest park are 🤤 in full bloom This is the Musashi Hills National Forest Park Located in in Namerikawa Town, Saitama Prefecture. Flowers bloom throughout the year. Among them, the Icelandic poppy field is worth seeing. I think it will continue until GW, so please come and visit us 😊

Akebonoyama Agricultural Park is famous for its tulips. Photo opportunities are before and after the Sunrise rises. This year, I was also able to enjoy the cherry blossoms of the nearby Akebono Mountain.

Photographed on April 5, 25. This is LEC COFFEE's sakura soda.

I was able to go to the birthplace of the alley in the back again this year. Ogaki City, Gifu Prefecture 2025/4

This Spring, I stopped by a wonderful row of cherry blossom trees. Cherry blossom trees in Gifu Prefecture 2025/4

Photographed on April 5, 25. It is a boat trip on the Shingashi River behind the Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. The boatman is doing his best.

After all, Mount Fuji Saiko

Photographed on April 5, 25. It is a Shidarezakura (weeping cherry blossoms) on the Shingashi River behind Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine.

The wisteria shelf of Kameido Tenjin is 🤤 in full bloom This is Kameido Tenjin, Located in in Tokyo! It is in best time to visit around GW every year. Access from the station is good, and the Light up at night makes the wisteria curtains even more enjoyable 🤤

Photographed on April 5, 25. It is the cherry blossom of Kitain.

Nagano Prefecture Tokura Sakura Care Park 🌸 Huge flowers and cherry blossoms 🌸 in full bloom At the end of the trip, we had a wonderful sight! Shinshu has many cool scenic spots ♪

KONPIRA KABUKI on stage It is a kabuki stage in Kotohira Town, Kagawa Prefecture. It was the first time I saw Kabuki, and I enjoyed it very much. Is Kabuki limited to Kotohira?

SHODOSHIMA open the air This is a shot taken when I climbed the Kankakei on Shodoshima. I felt like flying.

To coincide with the Open to the public of the movie version "Detective Conan: Afterimage of the Eyes (Flashback)", the Nagano Prefectural Government Office 1st floor Prefectural Hall is decorated with Conan! Please come and visit us! 👓️ * On days when the prefectural office is closed (Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays), you cannot enter the prefectural hall. In addition, the original author, Professor Aoyama, handwritten colored paper is exhibited only on Traditional Japanese straw raincoat between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Weekdays.

Kamikadoji Temple and the Rhododendrons Kamikadoji Temple sits in Asaji Town, Bungo Ono City, Oita Prefecture, Kyushu. The rhododendrons bloom in profusion and look beautiful. Their pale pink petals are especially lovely. Date photographed: April 21, 2025 Location Kamikadoji Temple (Torita, Asaji Town, Bungo Ono City) ▶ Parking available ▶ Restroom available Kamikadoji Temple Kamikadoji Temple is an ancient temple with over a thousand years of history. It stands on a ridge made of columnar joints of welded tuff formed about 15 million years ago, offering excellent views and historically serving as a strategic stronghold in battles. The temple grounds are planted with many rhododendrons, drawing many visitors during the season. Access to central Bungo Ono City About a 3-hour drive from JR Hakata Station, Fukuoka Prefecture About a 2-hour drive from JR Kumamoto Station, Kumamoto Prefecture About a 1 hour 20 minute drive from JR Beppu Station, Oita Prefecture About a 1 hour 20 minute drive from JR Yufuin Station, Oita Prefecture Bungo Ono City, Oita Prefecture, Kyushu Introducing tourism and recommended spots in Bungo Ono City We share beautiful places around the city on our Instagram account https://www.instagram.com/satonotabiii/...

Rhododendrons at Jinkakuji As of April 21, 2025 The rhododendrons at Jinkakuji in Asaji Town, Bungo Ono City, Oita Prefecture, Kyushu. The rhododendrons are in full bloom and look beautiful. The pale pink petals are especially lovely. Location Jinkakuji (Torida, Asaji Town, Bungo Ono City) ▶ Parking available ▶ Restrooms available Jinkakuji Jinkakuji is an ancient temple with a history of more than a thousand years. It sits on a ridge of columnar joints formed from welded tuff about 15 million years ago, giving it excellent views and making it a strategic stronghold in past conflicts. The temple grounds are planted with many rhododendrons and attract many visitors during the season. Access to central Bungo Ono City About a 3-hour drive from JR Hakata Station, Fukuoka Prefecture About a 2-hour drive from JR Kumamoto Station, Kumamoto Prefecture About a 1 hour 20 minute drive from JR Beppu Station, Oita Prefecture About a 1 hour 20 minute drive from JR Yufuin Station, Oita Prefecture Introducing sightseeing and recommended spots in Bungo Ono City, Oita Prefecture, Kyushu

Photographed on April 5, 25. It is the cherry blossom of Kitain.

I went to Golden Week last year. The blue of the lake surface of Lake Shiman in Gunma Prefecture is beautiful, and on a clear day, you can enjoy the scenery of the Water submerged forest and blue.