Photographed on July 3, 25. This is the Suzu Araragi wind chime of Tokyo Daijingu Shrine.

【Notice】Iwauchi Shrine Annual Grand Festival This year, too, in 3 days from 7/7 to 7/9 The Iwauchi Shrine Annual Grand Festival will be held ❗️ There will also be road closures during the period. Please be careful when you come. To the "Inai Festival" Please come and visit us 😌 * The schedule is referred to from the Iwauchi Shrine website.

Photographed on July 3, 25. I had an And at Iidabashi, and before that, I Prayer at Tokyo Daijingu Shrine. The Tanabata decorations were stunning. 🎋 Precincts around half past seven in the morning.

Photographed on July 1, 25. After Prayer to Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine, I relaxed at the Starbucks Bell Ring Street store. Chillax soda yuzu citrus and cinnamon roll.

Photographed on July 1, 25. This is the Ai sea bream lottery of Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine.

"AEON's Hokkaido Fair" is Held in at "AEON Lake Town MORI" in Koshigaya City, Saitama Prefecture from July 1 (Tue) ~ 6 (Sun), and Engaru Town will Stalls for two days on July 5 (Sat) and 6 (Sun). At the Engaru Town booth, we will sell the Workshop "Obsidian Accessory Making Experience (Paid 500 yen)" and the Specialty "Tenuki no Rice Source" series. If you are in the vicinity, please come and visit us ♪ Dates: July 5 (Sat), 6 (Sun) * "AEON's Hokkaido Fair" is held in from July 1 (Tue). Time: July 5 (Sat) 10:00~19:00 July 6 (Sun) 10:00~18:00 * "Obsidian accessory making experience" will be until 17:00 on both days. Location: AEON Lake Town mori "Water Square etc" Saitama Prefecture Koshigaya City Lake Town 3-1-1

Hello to everyone watching Cool Japan Videos! We are the Minamiechizen Town Tourism Federation. Minamiechizen Town in Nanjo District, Fukui Prefecture, sits almost at the geographic center of Fukui Prefecture. The town blends sea, mountains, and countryside, and its history and culture are still alive. Formed in 2005 by the merger of the former Nanjo Town, Imajo Town, and Kono Village, the area preserves many distinctive local charms. Along the coast you can enjoy sweeping views of the Sea of Japan, while inland the satoyama landscape unfolds with mountains and clear streams. Minamiechizen Town is also known for preserving a picture of traditional Japan, where seasonal nature and everyday life live in harmony. In the peaceful rice fields visitors can try agricultural experiences such as rice planting and harvesting, which are popular with many tourists. Access to Minamiechizen Town, Fukui Prefecture By car it takes about five minutes from the Hokuriku Expressway’s Nanjo Smart Interchange, making access from the highway extremely convenient. You can also use the JR Hokuriku Main Line at Imajo Station and Nanjou Station, making rail travel from the Kansai and Chukyo regions comfortable. From Nagoya or Osaka it takes about two to three hours by car or train, so a day trip is ideal. At Roadside Station Minamiechizen Sankairi you can rent electric bicycles, making a relaxed cycling tour of Minamiechizen Town a popular option. About Minamiechizen Town, Fukui Prefecture Minamiechizen Town belongs to Nanjo District, Fukui Prefecture. Its area is about 344 square kilometers and its population is around 9,000 (as of May 2025), offering rich nature and a tranquil lifestyle. Stretching north to south, the town ranges from coastal settlements to mountain farming villages, each with distinct cultures and customs. Local residents actively engage in tourism, agriculture, and crafts, drawing attention from many visitors. Historical background of Minamiechizen Town, Fukui Prefecture From ancient through medieval and early modern times, Minamiechizen Town developed as an important hub for transportation and logistics. The Imajo area prospered as a post town on the Hokkokukaido during the Edo period, welcoming many travelers and merchants. Stone-paved streets and latticed houses remain, recalling the bustle of those days. The Kono area flourished as a port for Kitamae ships plying the Sea of Japan, and buildings that reflect the wealthy merchants’ lifestyles still stand. These historical assets are preserved today as the town’s cultural properties. Popular sightseeing spots in Minamiechizen Town, Fukui Prefecture Hanahasu Park In summer about 130 varieties of lotus bloom, creating a serene and elegant scene. The park features walking paths, an observation deck, and rest areas, and the annual Hasu Festival draws many visitors. You can also enjoy lotus-themed gourmet items and local specialties. Imajo-shuku Post Town This post town preserves the atmosphere of the Edo period. Stone-paved streets and white-walled houses evoke history and offer a peaceful ambiance. Designated as an Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings, it has high cultural value. Hands-on experiences like soba noodle making and guided town walks are available. Nearby you will find museums, cafés, and accommodations in renovated traditional houses where you can enjoy a refined stay soaked in history. Kitamae Ship Owner's House Ukonke The Ukonke residence, once home to a wealthy Kitamae ship merchant in the Edo period, is open to the public. Inside, exhibits recreate merchant life and present materials about historic trade routes, creating a must-see space for history enthusiasts. Yashaga-ike This mountain lake carries a mysterious legend and sits at the end of a nature-rich trekking route. Located at about 1,100 meters elevation, the lake is clear and the trail is designed so even beginner hikers can enjoy it. Fresh spring greenery and autumn foliage are beautiful, offering different scenery each season. The trail is well maintained, and lookout spots along the way offer panoramic views of Echizen’s mountain ranges. Roadside station in Minamiechizen Town Roadside Station Minamiechizen Sankairi represents the town and is a large complex combining a tourist information center, local product shops, restaurants, and rest areas. Conveniently accessible from both the expressway and local roads, the station includes an indoor kids’ area, a dog run, and EV charging stations, and is popular with many visitors. Fresh vegetables and fruits from local farms and Minamiechizen-specific souvenirs are also on sale. Local specialties and gourmet foods of Minamiechizen Town Imajo Soba (oroshi soba) A classic Fukui specialty. Served with grated daikon and broth, its light, refreshing flavor is perfect for hot seasons. Beni-sashi Ume A specialty plum grown in the Kono area, it balances sweet and tart flavors and is popular as umeboshi or plum wine and other processed products. Harvest experiences and plum-based cooking classes are held, and these activities are valued as food education. Events and festivals in Minamiechizen Town Kono Ume Festival Held every June, this local festival celebrates the plum harvest. You can enjoy plum-picking experiences and purchases of local processed goods, and food trucks also set up, creating a family-friendly atmosphere. Imajo Soba Festival A celebration of soba where soba shops from inside and outside the town serve their dishes so visitors can compare Imajo Soba’s variety of flavors. Soba-making demonstrations and workshops introduce and promote the town’s food culture. Kono Summer Festival Typically held in late July at Korakujo Beach, this festival is a summer highlight for Minamiechizen Town. The finale lights up the night sky and sea with around 5,600 fireworks, drawing many visitors. Stalls and festival games line the area, making it a perfect event for summer memories. Tourist information for Minamiechizen Town, Fukui Prefecture Minamiechizen Town charms visitors with its historic streets and abundant nature. We will continue to share plenty of information that brings the town’s seasonal landscapes, rooted food culture, and warm local hospitality to life, so you can carry Minamiechizen Town with you into tomorrow! Thank you very much!!

【Shinshu Sakuho Town Nature Experience Tour】 🍃🌿 \We will guide you on a day trip to be healed by Nature/ 《Held in》Sunday, August 3 《Recommended points》 ✔︎ Take a walk 🌳 in the mossy mysterious forest "Shirakoma Pond" ✔︎Visiting the site and tasting experience 🍶 of a long-established sake brewery ✔︎ Lunch 🐟🥢 of Local taste "Yamame bowl & Soba set" ✔︎ You can ✨🛣️ also Fun shopping at the Roadside Station 《Departure and Arrival》 ・Sakudaira Station Asama Exit ・Roadside Station Yachiho Highlands Visitor Center 　➡️ If you are nearby, it is convenient to meet and disband at the Roadside Station! 《Fee》Lunch included, tax included one person 9,900 yen 《What to bring》 Comfortable shoes and rain gear Capacity: 25 people (minimum number of participants: 15) Refresh 🫧 your mind and body while enjoying the blessings of Nature with your five senses This is a 🌱 fascinating day trip that is perfect for making summer memories 【Application / Inquiry】 Chikuma Kanko Co., Ltd. Saku Head Office 📞0267-62-1000 (Reception hours 10:00-17:00) * Regular holiday: Saturdays, Sundays, holidays, year-end and New Year holidays Please join us with your family and friends.

Good morning It is Azumino who had a pleasant morning You can also see the Northern Alps perfectly!

Photographed 6/29/25. It is a wind chime at the edge of Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine.

Photographed on July 1, 25. It is a wind chime at the edge of Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine.

Photographed on July 1, 25. It is a wind chime at the edge of Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine.

Photographed 6/29/25. Among the more than 2,000 rim musubi wind chime, only one There are wind chime with red thread. Every day, the location changes. If you find it, you may find something good.

Tokachigawa Onsen district has welcomed its fifth winery in the area, Tokachigaoka Winery, which opened on April 18th. Each grape cluster is tended carefully over time, grown organically while daily efforts keep pests under control. Basked in sunlight, the grapes develop high sugar levels and a perfect balance of acidity. Inside the shop, paid tastings of Otopuke Roman are available (with cheese snacks), so be sure to give them a try.😊 We also sell cheeses that pair well with wine, Aizawa Winery’s Sacherella and Ryunosuke, Memuro Winery’s Yorokobu, Tokachi Wine’s Jewel of Tokachi, and Tokachi Makiba no Ie Winery’s Yusui. Please stop by when you visit Tokachigawa Onsen.🤗 ● Access: about 20 minutes by car from Obihiro Station About 30 minutes by bus from Obihiro Station Bus Terminal (get off at Michi-no-Eki Garden Spa and walk about 5 minutes) ● Inquiries: Tokachigaoka Winery TEL: 0155-67-1981

At the National Bihoku Hillside Park (Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture), the hydrangeas that color the early summer in Japan are in Best time to visit! ✨ About 100 varieties and 10,000 "hydrangeas" planted in the Hiba-no-Sato hydrangea garden and Japanese cedar trees are in Best time to visit! Best time to visit is expected to continue until early July. Hydrangea flowering status (as of June 29) 【Name】Hydrangea 【Flowering state】Best time to visit 【Flowering period】Mid-June ~ mid-July *Best time to visit is ~early July 【Flowering place】Hiba no Sato, Hydrangea Garden, Japanese cedar trees Number of units: Approx. 10,000 shares 【Place】National Bihoku Hillside Park 【Address】4-10 Mikkaichi Town, Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture 【Contact】National Bihoku Hillside Park TEL 0824-72-7000 Click here for details▽ https://www.shobara-info.com/news/5133...

Today, I attended the Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine Monthly Festival. It is a rim musubi wind chime. 🎐

It is a thatched circle of Kawagoe Kumano Shrine.

I was able to make good use of the front bokeh and photograph Nagahama Castle, which has an overwhelming presence.

I had an errand and early in the morning, and when I left the house at about 5 o'clock, I was able to take a picture of Hikone Castle standing against a golden background caused by the sunrise.

The Northern Alps taken from inside a car. The cars don't stop, and I can't get this view out of my head when I pass the tracks.

Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture Ikuta Shrine

Ikuta Shrine. Marriage Water Lottery. I was so fascinated by the scenery immersed in water that I hurriedly pulled up.

Today, it's the Great Exorcism of Xia Yue. It is a thatched circle of Kawagoe Hachimangu.

Azumino's summer tradition "Azumino Fireworks" will be launched again this year Held in 🎇 on Thursday, August 14 Focus on ❗️ Star Mine commemorating the 20th anniversary of the establishment of Azumino City Last night, there was a test and, and it colored ♪ the night sky of Azumino Please look forward to it 😁

Today, 6/30, is the last day of 💠✨ the Hydrangea Festival Was the hydrangea in Shimoda Park Squid? If you and your favorite photo, please participate 📸💜 in the Instagram Photo Contest To apply, just follow the official Instagram of the Shimoda City Tourism Association and post with two hashtags: "#Izu Shimoda Hot spring Hydrangea Festival 54" and "#No.1 in Japan Hydrangea Garden 54"! Winners will receive prizes 🎁👏 that will allow them to enjoy Shimoda to the fullest Follow us on Instagram here 👇 https://www.instagram.com/shimoda_kanko/... Don't 👀 forget to check out our blog! https://www.shimoda-city.info/post/20250630...

Photographed 6/29/25. After Prayer to Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine, I went to the Starbucks Bell Ring Street store. Prayer early in the morning for two consecutive days is quite tough. 🥹 Chillax soda mango and mango mousse cake. 🥤🥭

Photographed on June 28, 25. After Prayer to Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine, I relaxed at the Starbucks Bell Ring Street store. Earl Grey Bouquet & Tea Frappuccino and Earl Grey Milk Cream Donuts.

Photographed on June 28, 25. Since the Enmusubi wind chime has begun, we Prayer the Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. It is Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine around 6:30 in the morning.

The long summer has finally begun in Minami-Izu Town!! Hirizo beach ferry service starts today (6/28)! The ferry to the unexplored area "Hirizo Beach", which boasts the highest level of transparency in Japan, is operating until 9/28. Please refer to the following to apply for the "Hirizo Beach Bathing in the Sea Tour" sponsored by this tourism association. https://x.gd/ppFn9... Other summer information please refer to the following. https://x.gd/Nf4RG... ■Publication Photos Hirizo beach Photo: SAYOKO SUZUKI https://www.instagram.com/izuphoto_345/... * Credits are included because unauthorized use is prohibited Yuusuge Park: Minami-Izu Town Photo Contest 2024 works Minami-Izu Town Photo Contest 2025 is now accepting applications https://minamiizuphoto.mitte-x.istsw.jp/index.html?cn=131...

Prayer to Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine early in the morning. Rim Musubi wind chimes have begun. Rim musubi wind chimes and contrails look auspicious. 🎐