A landmark of Sapporo City, Hokkaido standing in the clear winter air Former Hokkaido Government Office Building While urban development is progressing, it is an important place that does not change its appearance even after renovation work and shows what it was at that time

Red-crowned crane dance The Tsurui-Ito red-crowned crane Sanctuary in Tsurui Village, Hokkaido Japan is a Base point for the Wild Bird Society to promote the conservation of red-crowned crane and its habitat, and There are a feeding station and a nature center. At feeding sites, feeding is carried out from November to March, when food for red-crowned cranes is scarce. From 2~30 minutes before the feeding time, you can observe the Scenes of Red-crowned Cranes flying and their behavior such as chirping.

Running through with Mt. Fuji in the background This is one photo taken from Fuji City, Shizuoka Prefecture. I managed to capture Dr. Yellow and Mt. Fuji. I was scared because I didn't come out of the clouds until 5 minutes before the day of the event, but I'm 😁 glad I was able to take a safe picture

2025 (R7) Gari Schedule Winter shuttle bus connecting tourist facilities, souvenir shops, and hotels [Operation period] 《February》　 February 1st ~ February 28th Daily operation (Note: Operating hours change on Weekdays, Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays) 《March》 March 1st ~ March 31st Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays only Adult¥200 Child¥100 1Day ¥500 * Please pay in cash at the time of boarding

[❄️ Winter Gokase 2025 Application Photo Introduction ~ Part 2 ~❄️] By the way, today we will 🤩🎉 introduce the application photos posted on "#Winter Gokase 2025" Held in on the Instagram Account of the Gokase Tourism Association @moko.m This work is also a work that captures the daily life of Gokase Town in winter, but all of the photos are warm so that you can hear the happy voices of the children, which is also fun Thank 🥰✨ you for 👏 your submission ------------------------------------------------------------------------- There are still some works that have been submitted, so I will introduce them 🤗 little by little When applying, those who posted with "#Winter Gokase 2025", that is, the kanji "Gokase" ... Did you apply? However, please ⚠️ be careful when applying in the future It's "Gokase" in Hiragana! It's "#Winter Gokase 2025"! <How to apply> (Application period ~ 2/28) Follow the Gokase Tourism Association's Instagram (@gokase_kanko) and add the hashtags "#Winter Gokase 2025" and "#Shooting location (e.g. #Unoko Falls)" post 📸 * Thereare risks such as snow accumulation and icy roads. Please be careful ⚠️ to ensure safety and avoid accidents when shooting

【Ubuyama Camera Hiwa】2025 Photo Contest Call for Applications In 2025, we will start accepting applications for the photo contest of Ubuyama Village. From this year, we will be recruiting themes for the seasons of Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter! The theme of the first winter season is "Ubuyama Winter Photo 2025" "Snow, Water Source, Cow" We are waiting for you to post the scenery in the Village that can only be seen at this time, such as the snowfield land and the scenery of open burning. Below are the details of this recruitment. 【Application Period】 Wednesday, January 1, 2025 ~ Monday, March 31, 2025 【Theme】 "Ubuyama Winter Photo 2025" We are looking for photos focusing on winter in Ubuyama villages, such as snowfields, water sources, open burning landscapes, and red cows in Makino, by posting them on Instagram. [Shooting location] Ubuyama Village, Aso District, Kumamoto [Award-winning works] ●1 Grand Prize ●3 Prize Winners The award will be announced by our Village Account, and then it will be used for various advertising media. [How to enter] (1) Taking photos in the Ubuyama village according to the theme of "Ubuyama Winter Photo 2025" (2) #Ubuyama Winter Photo 2025 #Name of shooting Spot Posted with two hashtags ■ Please be sure to check the application guidelines and precautions before applying. ■ Winners will be contacted by DM, so please follow the official Account. ■ Application Guidelines and Precautions ・Please be sure to post photos taken by yourself or for which you own the copyright. ・If there is a person in the photo, please obtain permission before posting. ・ The copyright and portrait rights of the submitted works belong to the Ubuyama Village Tourism Association, and may be used free of charge on this site or as PR for Ubuyama Village. ・ Subject photos taken in Ubuyama Village in 2025. ・Please do not take photographs in restricted areas. ・Photographs taken in the restricted area will not be Subject of the award. ・If multiple photos are posted in one publication, the first photo will be considered as an entry. ・ One person can apply as many times as you like. ■Announcement of results ◎ It is scheduled for the end of April 2025. ◎ After the application period ends, the winners will be decided after a strict screening. ◎ Use Instagram's direct message function to contact you, so please be sure to follow the official Account. ◎ If you do not consent to the use of the image within one week after contacting us, you will not be eligible for the award. ◎ Thereare the right to lose the right if the winner is found to have cheated after winning. #Ubuyama Camera Hiwa #Ubuyama Winter Photo 2025 #Ubuyama #Aso District #Kumamoto

[❄️ Winter Gokase 2025 Application Photo Introduction ~ Part 1 ~❄️] Right now, we will 🤩🎉 introduce the application photos posted on the "#Winter Gokase 2025" Held in on the Instagram Account of the Gokase Tourism Association Mr. @goto0619 Mr. @thusandleavis *In no particular order Thank you for applying, a collection of somewhat nostalgic photos 😌✨ that capture the daily life of Gokase Town in winter! ------------------------------------------------------------------------- In the past few days, Gokase Town has been feeling warm during the day, but ☀️ the season is still winter! In the morning, the garden was white from the frost! This place was frozen! Animal footprints in the remaining snow! … Please feel free to report 🤗 your winter discoveries to us!! <How to apply> (Application period ~ 2/28) Follow the Gokase Tourism Association's Instagram (@gokase_kanko) and add the hashtags "#Winter Gokase 2025" and "#Shooting location (e.g. #Unoko Falls)" post 📸 * Thereare risks such as snow accumulation and icy roads. Please be careful ⚠️ to ensure safety and avoid accidents when shooting

Famous Winter tradition in Hokkaido It is jewelry ice. Frozen ice in the Tokachi River Swept away to the sea and washed by the waves The ice washed up on the beach, Local photographer named it The season has only just begun You can enjoy it for about a month from now. Pick up a piece of ice that is in good shape. Wash with the water or hot water you brought with you Remove sand and snow to clean it Stack or stand up There are a lot of people who take pictures. Nature is what I like best.

[Name of 🏔 the mountain] For the past few days, sunny days have continued, and the daytime temperature is high for this time of yearOmachi City, ☀️ and the mountains are also shining in the blue skyThe 🏔 mountains that can be seen from this Omachi City, officially the Hida Mountains, commonly known as the Northern Alps, or Toyama Prefecture, are behind the Tateyama mountain ranges, so it is also called "Gotateyama mountain ranges" It 😌 is my personal impression, On the Omachi City side, I feel that 😊 the common name "Northern Alps" has gained citizenship ⭐️ Official website "Shinano Omachi Navi" ⭐️ https://kanko-omachi.gr.jp//

Fuji seen from Lake Kawaguchi

Fuji in the Water Mirror Fuji in the water mirror seen from Lake Kawaguchi

・Iijima Jinya \Tourist Information of Iijima Town, Nagano Prefecture/ Iijima Jinya was the government office of the bailiwick who ruled mainly the Tenryō (domain of the Edo shogunate) in Inadani Valley. Iijima Town is a town with a deep history, with Iijima Jinya, who ruled the Tenryo of Shinshu Inadani Valley in the Edo period, located there, and in the Meiji era, it was taken over by the Ina Prefectural Office, the first prefecture of Shinshu. Address: 2309-1 Iijima, Iijima-cho, Kamiina County, Nagano Prefecture Phone: 0265-86-4212 Opening Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Admission until 4:30 p.m.) Regular holiday: Mondays, the day after a holidays (open on Saturdays and Sundays), winter (from December 15 to March 14) Admission fee: Adults: 300 yen (250 yen per person for groups of 20 or more), High school students and children under 18 years old: Free Website:https://www.town.iijima.lg.jp/soshikiichiran/kyoiku/s_gakusyu/rekiminkan/149.html...

1/20 Shimoda Hot Spring Narcissus Festival flowering status [5 minutes blooming] It's getting close to Best time to visit! https://www.shimoda-city.info/post/20250120...

[Today's quiz is what is the title (name) of the doll with the expression that is squirming and upsetting in the chick decoration? ] 】 On the calendar, it will be very cold from today! Ooo In the blog, we introduce sake breweries in Omachi. If you read to the end, you will know the answer to the quiz. Please take a look! It's going to be very cold from today. (Blog) ▽▽▽ https://kanko-omachi.gr.jp/blog/90718/... There are many ways to warm up in the cold, but what do you think is the best? It's about walking! City walking tickets are also on sale to rave reviews. Squid walk in the cold! And put something delicious in your stomach to warm up your body. City walking tickets are on sale (Events) ▽▽▽ https://kanko-omachi.gr.jp/event/90055/... As always, thank you for reading!

【 Extraordinary scenery of Taiki Town -Winter- 】 It's an unusual view for the Town residents, but when you look at it again, I will introduce you to the beautiful scenery of Taiki Town! This is the view in the evening in mid-January this year. There is not much snow...! The wide sky and land, the straight roads, and the neat windbreaks are my favorite points. Click here for Tourist Information of Taiki Town! ↓ https://visit-taiki.hokkaido.jp//

🌳 Is this a fairytale world? 🌳✨ When I look back at the photos of the shop, I am always amazed that such a fairytale-like scenery is spread out in the sea so close to me! The photo shows Nishi-Izu 🌳 in Spring. The seaweed grows as beautifully as a forest, and the soft Spring light shines through the water, and the breath of life is overflowing 🌸✨. The sea of Japan has a rich expression of the four seasons, and new discoveries There are every time you visit. I would be happy 🇯🇵 if I could share with everyone who reads it the opportunity to love the sea of Japan even more ------------------------------------- 💬 Let us know in 😃 the comments Would you like to feel the charm of diving in the waters of Japan? 🌸🐠🐢 Tag your ocean-loving friends and plan your next adventure together! ------------------------------------- Let's 😍 enjoy diving together Hokule'a Shonan offers hands-on courses that even beginners can participate in with confidence, a PADI certification program that allows you to qualify in three days, and special tours that allow you to fully enjoy the charm of the sea in all four seasons. The Izu Peninsula, Manazuru Peninsula, and Shonan area can be participated in even on a day trip! Why don't you enjoy the beautiful scenery and encounters with creatures in the water with outstanding transparency? Now it's time to take the first step towards an unforgettable diving experience! 🌸✨

Mild Seven Hill that you visit every time you go to Biei There are two, and this is the hill of the new Mild Seven. All seasons are beautiful, but the snowy scenery in winter is the best. Especially in the afternoon when the sun goes down

🏝️ Tokyo's Paradise: Izu Oshima Island ✨ From the night of January 8th to January 11th, I went to Izu Oshima Island! It's 🏝️ a paradise just 90 minutes from Tokyo The transparency of the sea is outstanding, and the visibility is ✨ more than 30 meters In addition, the miracle 🐢🩵✨ of encountering sea turtles at all points In total, we were able to see 18 sea turtles! 🤩 Try 🌙 night diving The fantastic beauty of the light looking up from the water soothed 👏 my heart It was a fulfilling three days of diving, eating, and resting 💤. I enjoyed 9 dives! 😆🤿 Unfortunately, the boat did not leave the originally planned Shikinejima...... It was changed to the Izu Oshima Island tour in a hurry, Thanks to everyone who participated, it was a 👍 great tour There is a really! 🙌 ----------------------------- 🐠 [Next Announcement] 🌟 Shikinejima Revenge Tour is scheduled to be held in in April! Ladies and gentlemen, let's ♨️ go together 🌟 Izu Oshima Island tours are also being requested! Please let us know 👌 your preferred dates

[Cold morning ☀️ when the Takase River also freezes] This morning, it was a cold morning approaching two digits below freezing in Omachi CityThin ❄️ ice was on the riverside of the Takase RiverThe Northern Alps, 🧊 which were covered with clouds, gradually came into viewThe 🏔 blue sky Gari, making it the ⛷🏂🛷 perfect place to play in winter Omachi City Activities 🔽🔽🔽 https://kanko-omachi.gr.jp/spot/spot_cat/cat02/...

Hello, this 😊 is Ryusuido. The rock walls of Senga Waterfall and Yaju Pond in Shosenkyo Gorge are frozen with water droplets, making it a scenery unique to winter. When the sun hits it, it sparkles and shines, and it is very beautiful! January's birthstone, garnet 💎, is a symbol of fraternity, passion, and fruitfulness. It is also known as the "Stone of Victory" and is also known as the stone that leads to success by bearing fruit in your efforts. It is also recommended for those who are working exams, employment, sports, etc. (good luck)! !️ Other, we also have various natural stones and accessories, so please stop by the healing space where natural stones and the sound of waterfalls are interwoven. We look forward 😊 to seeing your wonderful smiles

Sunset on the Kushiro River with lotus leaves and ice drifting In the brackish waters of the mouth of the Kushiro River, lotus leaf ice can be seen during the extremely cold season The Kushiro River, which opens its mouth to the west, is a perfect sunset viewing Spot Lotus leaf ice streams through the Kushiro River dyed by the setting sun

Kushiro Marsh in winter Frost covers the trees, the Kushiro River meanders widely, and the marshland becomes a snowfield of silver and white If you look closely, you can see a herd of deer grazing under the snow in the frozen marshland Feel the workings of Nature

SL Winter Marshland running again this year! The SL Winter Marshland is an SL sightseeing train Car that makes one round trip per day on weekends between Kushiro and Shibecha on the Kusami Main Line. Boarding can also be reserved. Please come and see the brave figure running through the white and silver Kushiro Marshland.

Kitahama Station on the Kusami Main Line along the Sea of Okhotsk Looking at the peaks of the Shiretoko Peninsula in the distance over the Sea of Okhotsk This is the station closest to the Sea of Okhotsk Drift ice is about to come ashore

With the silver Shiretoko mountain range in the background, the Kusami Main Line runs along the Sea of Okhotsk This is a hill between the Kusami Main Line and Hamakoshimizu A large view of the Shiretoko mountain range over the Sea of Okhotsk The Car on the Kusami Main Line goes along the Sea of Okhotsk Drift ice has not yet docked

【Dondoyaki 2025】Ashian District This is the Scene of the Little New Year's Festival "Dondoyaki" held the other day. Although there are differences in decorations from region to region, Dango made of Rice flour (Mayu Balls) are attached to branches and burned over a fire, and they pray for a year without illness or disaster, a bountiful harvest of five grains, and the safety of the family.

【Ubuyama Mountain Bike 100 Minute Endurance Ride Party】 Held in: Saturday, February 8, 2025 Set in the vast grasslands adjacent to "UBUYAMA PLACE (formerly Ubuyama Ranch)" located on the mountain foothills of the Kitagai Ring Mountains, we will Held in an endurance race-style Events in which mountain bikes are used to compete for how many lap Course s of about 1,500 meters per lap can be completed within a set time (100 minutes in total)! You can participate solo or in pairs, and in addition to normal MTBs for rental, electrically assisted cars are also available, so even those who do not have a rotating Car can participate! In addition, we also have a kids' MTB (corresponding height 122 cm to 150 cm), so we are looking forward to your entry as a parent-child team! The pit space is a large glass-walled facilities, with chairs and tables inside, so you can take a comfortable break while surviving the wind and snow. The glass-walled facilities are open to those who do not participate in the race, so it's good to cheer with your family! Of course, you don't have to keep running all the time in time. If you're tired, grab a cup of warm coffee and take a break. Enjoy a Meals at UBUYAMA PLACE with the team and the whole family who came to support us. You can bring your own ingredients, but we plan to sell Meals that will keep you warm at the venue. [Endurance ride method] ・100-minute endurance ride The number of laps that can be completed within the 100-minute time limit is tallied while taking turns solo (1 person) or pair (2 people) on a lap course of about 1,500 meters per lap. (The purpose is not to compete for speed.) ） You don't have to keep running all the time. Enjoy lunch and tea time with the whole team. The first 50 minutes will be switched to the right lap and the second 50 minutes will be switched to the left lap, so you will be able to enjoy the ride without getting bored until the end! In addition, there will be a 20-minute break (Course Maintenance) between the first and second halves, so take a break during this time to rest and replenish your energy and prepare for the second half. * One rental bike per team, one for Adult and one for children. * We also offer free rental of electric MTBs. Each team can use the electric MTB provided by the tournament for up to two laps, so please use it to conserve your physical strength. (Exclusive rentals are also available, and additional Fees will be charged separately) 〜Recruitment Overview〜 【Events Overview】 Held in: Saturday, February 8, 2025 Fee: Solo Adult: ¥ 3,000 (12-18 years old ¥2,000) Pairs Division 1 Team ¥5,000 Participation fee includes: Race participation fee, Facilities Use fee (toilet, etc.) fee, shared electric MTB, insurance, consumption tax Separately required: If you wish to rent lunch fee, drink fee, occupancy ~ Normal MTB (1,000 / unit) Electric motorcycle (2,000 yen / unit) Number of applicants: 50 Minimum number of participants: 10 [Time Schedule] 9:00-10:00 Entry reception / rental reception (former Ubuyama Ranch BBQ facilities), Course test run 10:00-10:15 Opening Ceremony and Competition Briefing 10:30-11:20 Ride start, endurance ride (first 50 minutes clockwise) 11:20~11:40 General Break and Course Maintenance 11:40-12:30 Ride restart, endurance ride (counter-clockwise for the second 50 minutes) 12:30-12:40 End of ride 12:40-13:00 Announcement of results, commemorative photo, return of rental 13:00 Closing and ending of Events 【Reception and meeting place】 UBUYAMA PLACE Car (formerly Ubuyama Ranch) Website> Kumamoto Prefecture Aso District Ubuyama Yamaga 2100-3　 〜How to Pay the Participation Fee〜 Please pay in cash on the day. 〜Cancellation Policy〜 ・ Events cancellation regulations The Aso Kuju Cycle Tour is a rain or shine event for all plans. However, if it is expected that it will be difficult to run safely due to bad weather the day before Held in tour, the Events will be canceled. In that case, we will contact you by e-mail by 20 o'clock the day before. On the day of Events, the Events may be canceled due to sudden changes in the weather. ・ About cancellation If you wish to cancel, please contact us at least 3 days before the scheduled date and no cancellation Fee will be charged. In case of cancellation after 3 days, the following cancellation fee will be charged. About cancellation fee ◇ If you cancel at least 3 days before the date of use: No cancellation fee will be charged ◇ If you cancel after the final confirmation email is delivered, or if you do not come on the day: 100% of the Fee will be charged Fee will not be charged in the following cases. 1 When the Events Held in is canceled due to bad weather, etc. * Please note that refunds will not be possible in the case of cancellation in the middle. 2 Held in for public reasons such as preventing the spread of coronavirus infection.

Horse chase at Tokachi Ranch Winter at Tokachi Ranch, a horse chase with horses running through snowy baba in winter

Harunire at dawn The sun rises from the frigid snowfield, and the Sunrise illuminates Harunire

Nusamai Bridge in the afterglow The sunset in Kushiro is beautiful, and the Nusamai Bridge over the mouth of the Kushiro River is a sunset viewing spot