Hello, this is Crystal Sound ✨ It's September now, but the hot days continue. The sun still shines strongly in Shosenkyo Gorge, yet the occasional breeze hints that autumn is arriving. Relax and enjoy some peaceful time in nature 🍃 At Crystal Fountain, located at the heart of Shosenkyo Gorge, sparkling sprays of water dance on the breeze in a truly lovely way 💎 Do come and experience it for yourself. By the way, the birthstone for September is sapphire. Its stone meanings are compassion, sincerity, and noble ideals. Said to give the wearer confidence and guide them to success, it is also believed to calm irritability and anxiety 💙 Inside our shop you can see natural stones gathered from around the world, including beautiful sapphire rings and necklaces. The photo shows a quartz cluster from Arkansas, USA. Its crystalline clarity is soothing ✨ Please drop by Crystal Sound to discover the many charms of natural stones. All our staff look forward to welcoming you sincerely 😊

Snapped at sunrise on August 18, 2023, this photo captures me on Mt. Fuji’s crater, glowing in the morning light. I’ve hiked many of Japan’s famous hundred mountains, but Fuji’s sunrise hits different—sacred, breathtaking, and utterly unforgettable.

Hello from Jewelry Town ✨ How are you coping with the ongoing heat every day? 🫠 Shosenkyo Gorge can be hot too, but occasional cool breezes and abundant greenery make it a place where you can feel nature's refreshment 🌳 Among its sights, Senga Falls is a soothing spot that represents Shosenkyo. Gazing at the lush foliage and the ion-rich waterfall blows away the heat and fatigue 💦 For a summer mountain refresh, please consider visiting ✨ At Jewelry Town, we still offer many rare natural stones, including the much-talked-about rutilated quartz. We hope the beauty of these gems, together with the nature of Shosenkyo Gorge, brings you comfort ☺️ We sincerely look forward to welcoming you!

Hello! This is the Yamanashi Wine Kingdom Main Hall. 😃Lately the heat has been getting even more intense. 💦 In Hyogo Prefecture, the temperature reportedly rose to a record 41.2°C the other day… Everyone, don’t forget to drink water frequently and take good care to avoid heatstroke! Now, many people seek cool relief in Shosenkyo Gorge as a summer retreat during this scorching weather. The famous attraction there is Senga Falls. You can view the falls from above, and if you descend the steps a powerful cascade unfolds right before you. Enjoy the cool air and the rich natural surroundings. See it with your own eyes, not just in photos! In the garden of the Wine Kingdom Main Hall, many plants are in full bloom. Those plants attract various insects that come to visit. Experience the breath of nature at Shosenkyo Gorge. 👍

Hello. I'm Minamoto ☺️ The hot days continue, but Shosenkyo Gorge feels cool with its abundant greenery. It's a great season to soothe yourself with forest bathing while listening to birdsong and enjoying the green 🌳🍃. As the babble of the mountain stream and the powerful rush of Senga Falls fill the air, walk the well-maintained path that threads between the rocks and feel the strength and gentleness of nature all around you. Enjoy the thrill of passing beneath a large overhanging rock face and the beauty of the greenery reflected on the water ✨ The entire Shosenkyo area is a power spot that cleanses the mind and body ♪ After your walk, please enjoy shopping and dining in the Takiue Area, the Crystal Road. 😊 All our staff look forward to welcoming you from the bottom of our hearts.

Hello 😃 This is Yamanashi Wine Kingdom Senga Falls. It's July and the heat is getting more intense—how is everyone doing? If you go down to Senga Falls, a sightseeing spot in Shosenkyo Gorge, the negative ions and the waterfall's spray will sweep the heat away and create a refreshing coolness. From Yamanashi Wine Kingdom you can even see directly above the falls! There are many photo spots in the Takiue Area, so please capture a memory or two 😌 Especially popular is the giant salamander mascot! Many guests love to take photos with it☺️ By the way, there are said to be salamanders living in Shosenkyo Gorge…? If you meet one, it might bring you good luck! Also, Yamanashi Wine Kingdom launched a new orange wine in July! Made from white grapes using red wine production methods, this wine is crisp yet lets you enjoy the tannic nuance from the skins. Please serve it well chilled 😀 We sincerely look forward to your visit ☺️

Hello, this is Ryusui-do. This year, wind chimes with a cool, clear tone have been hung in the Takiue Area along the path to Senga Falls! Wind chimes that turn a breeze into sound are said to have a relaxing, soothing effect. Please let the sound of the wind chimes, the roar of the falls, and the rich nature of Shosenkyo Gorge heal your daily fatigue in the Takiue Area! 💎July Birthstones💎 Ruby Long beloved around the world, the queen of gemstones, ruby, symbolizes passion, love, victory, and beauty. It is said to enhance the wearer’s charm and boost confidence. Sphene Success · Good fortune · Connections A stone that helps the owner’s talents bloom and leads to success—‘a stone that can change your life’. We also offer a variety of other natural stones and accessories, so please stop by to experience the healing space woven by natural stones and the sound of the falls. We look forward to the day we can see your lovely smiles. #Shosenkyo Gorge #Mitake Shosenkyo Gorge #Yamanashi Prefecture #Yamanashi #Kofu City #Kofu #Kai City #Kai #Scenic Spot #Japan’s Scenic Views #Spectacular Views #Sightseeing #Tourist Attraction #Travel #Yamanashi Trip #Yamanashi Sightseeing #Ryusui-do

Hello, this is En'emon Folklore Museum. July has arrived and the hot days continue, but Shosenkyo Gorge still feels a little cool. While the sea’s chill is nice for summer vacation, it’s also a great season to soothe yourself in the mountains with a forest bath, listening to birdsong and relaxing among the green. Yamanashi has no sea, but the museum holds stones as beautiful as the ocean. Larimar is one of the three major healing stones, symbolizing love and peace, and it’s perfect for anyone seeking comfort and healing. Also, Shosenkyo is famous for its quartz, which used to be called a fossil of ice because it feels cool to the touch. It looks refreshing too, so come and touch it~♪ #Shosenkyo Gorge #Ontake Shosenkyo #Yamanashi Prefecture #Yamanashi #Kofu City #Kofu #Kai City #Kai #scenic spot #Japan’s scenic spots #scenic view #sightseeing #tourist spot #travel #Yamanashi trip #Yamanashi tourism #En'emon Folklore Museum #Shosenkyo Story En'emon Folklore Museum

Hello 😊 This is Waraji, a traditional Koshu local cuisine restaurant! The hot days continue every day—how is everyone doing? Right next to Waraji is the crystal fountain called Crystal Fountain, and its surroundings are a soothing spot where cool breezes pass through. You can enjoy a pleasant moment while listening to the sound of the water ✨ Also, Shosenkyo Gorge is more than 3°C cooler than the Kofu Basin, making it a popular summer retreat. Relax and enjoy the natural coolness as you unwind 🌿🌞 In this refreshing Shosenkyo, Waraji offers “Three-Color Somen” on weekends and public holidays during the summer only ✨ This colorful plate of somen comes with tempura and grilled fish for a hearty meal! It’s light, refreshing, and delicious even in the hot season 🍽️ Feel the coolness and savor Waraji’s flavors 😊 We sincerely look forward to your visit!

"Uenohara Ruins of the Castle" This is the view from Mt. Gozen in the early 1955 (Showa 30)'s century. The circled area in the center of the photo is where Uenohara Castle was located. The moat on the west side had been filled in before the central road was built, but the moat-enclosed land called the river terrace would have been a great place to keep the enemy out. It is the residence of the Furugori clan of the Heian period and the Kato clan of the Sengoku period.

Hello 😃 This is Crystal Sound ✨ The sun is strong and more days are hinting at summer. Please take good care of your health 🌿 Shosenkyo Gorge, the perfect summer retreat, awaits you with cool scenery and soothing spaces 😊 Among its sights, Senga Falls offers a refreshing mist, and the roaring sound and abundant flow of the waterfall will renew both body and mind ✨ Nearby, Crystal Fountain makes the crystals glitter under the sun, a delightful sight for the eyes 🤩 Shosenkyo is, of course, famous for its crystals. Natural crystals feel cool to the touch, and their texture and sparkle convey the power of the earth 💎 Come and experience a time wrapped in the energy of nature and minerals ✨ We sincerely look forward to your visit 😊

【Fujikawa Town Komuroyama Myohoji Temple Hydrangea】 Hydrangea Appreciation Week Best time to see mid-June ~ early July This year, admission is free during the period. Events will be held on Sunday, June 29. There are a lot of. Today's hydrangea flowering status is It blooms for about 2 minutes.

Introduction of geo Spots in Yamanashi Uenohara "Kingi Rock" Outcrop on the left bank of the Katsura River near Matsudome

Tunnel Art Festival 2025 planned by Aiko Kiyo Water, a member of the Uenohara City Tourism Association, will be held Held in from July 19 to July 20. Crowdfunding is also taking place.

Introduction of geo Spots in Yamanashi Uenohara "Uba's bosom"

Hello 😊 This is Jewelry Town! The rainy season has begun, and the deep green soaked by the rain feels lush and calming 🌱 With the changing seasons, a new café has opened near the entrance to the waterfalls at Shosenkyo Gorge! According to the staff, their pancakes enjoyed amid nature and shaved ice made from natural ice come highly recommended 🥞🍧 This year, swallows have come to nest at our shop again. We’re all looking forward to the lively chirps of the chicks 🐣 Also, new products keep arriving! We carry high-quality amethyst and some rather rare quartz specimens ✨ Please drop by and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Shosenkyo Gorge with us ☺️ All our staff look forward to seeing you♪

Hello 😃 This is Yamanashi Wine Kingdom Main Hall! Summer is gradually approaching. Shosenkyo Gorge, also famous as a summer retreat, is especially known for Senga Falls, a popular cool spot. The stairs leading down to Senga Falls are one of the coolest places in Shosenkyo. Please take in the view of the waterfall that opens up at the bottom of the steps. In the garden of Yamanashi Wine Kingdom Main Hall, the dogwood (yamaboshi) flowers are blooming beautifully. This year they seem to be the prettiest in the past five years. When you visit Shosenkyo, be sure to stop by Yamanashi Wine Kingdom!

【Information on Stalls】 2025.7.5 (Sat) Yuzuyan goods will be sold at the Anime Classics Fireworks Events! Both the new Yuzuyan fan and pins are Ran Dam specifications, but they are all cute ~ finished! Those who get it as soon as possible will also receive a novelty on the day?! Stay tuned 🙌

【Lake Motosu Diving Experience】Dive at the foot of At the foot of Mt., a World Heritage Site! ⛰️To the mysterious lake where 1,200 years of history sleeps 💧 Hello, this is 🌈 Hokule'a Shonan This time, we will introduce a diving experience at Lake Motosu, which spreads out at the foot of Mount Fuji 🗻, a World Heritage Site! Lake Motosu is one of the Fuji Five Lakes and is a highly transparent Water lake 💎 located about 900 meters Elevation It is 🤿 a rare Spot in Japan where you can experience altitude diving (high-altitude diving) On this day, we went to Lake Motosu with 🌍 guests from overseas It was ✨ indeed a special day for the guests who were trying their first Lake Motosu and their first Altitude dive In the lake, there was 🌲 a landscape that made you feel as if you were in ancient times A dynamic terrain formed by lava and a water bottom with a number of surprisingly large sunken trees. The silence and scale of it is simply overwhelming 😮 In addition, there is a legend that there was once a Torii (shrine gate) gate and a shrine, and there is a hint of more than 1,200 years of history in the Water. The time spent at the bottom of the lake while thinking about the prayer place sunk in the Water is very mysterious 🕊️ The water temperature on this day felt a little cold at 18-11°C, but we were able 🧊 to dive comfortably in a dry suit I was particularly impressed by the deep and clear blue world 💙 called "Lake Motosu Blues" Impression 👏 of transparency and tranquility, which is completely different from the sea, And after the dive... Superb view of Mount Fuji towering in front of you! 🗻 In addition to diving, you can experience both the Nature and culture of Japan, which is a major attraction 🇯🇵 of Lake Motosu diving ✅ Recommended points for Lake Motosu diving ✅ A special experience where you can dive at the foot of Mount Fuji, a World Heritage Site ✅ Altitude diving is possible ✅ Lakebed with more than 1,200 years of history and tradition ✅ A water world where giant trees, lava, and the mysterious "Lake Motosu Blues" spread ✅ Perfect for sightseeing with a Mount Fuji view! 🌈 In Hokule'a Shonan, diving at Lake Motosu can be requested 📅 all year round The water temperature varies greatly from 5 to 25°C depending on the season, and you can enjoy 🍃❄️🌸☀️ a different look every time you visit "I want to dive near Mt. Mount Fuji someday." Why don't you make such a dream a reality? 😊 📩 If you are a beginner or would like to acquire Sense, please feel free to contact us! #DivingInJapan #LakeMotosu #MtFujiView #JapanAdventure #ScubaTravel #AltitudeDiving #HiddenJapan #OnlyInJapan #NatureLovers #BucketListJapan #WorldHeritage #FreshwaterDiving #HokuleaShonan

Hello, I’m Minamoto 😃 Shosenkyo Gorge is now in the season when plants thrive and the fresh green leaves dazzle the eye 🌱 A cool breeze and the murmur of clear streams soothe the soul♪ Enjoy the beautiful fresh greenery alongside the gorge’s magnificent scenery! The whole Shosenkyo area is a power spot where your mind and body feel purified! After strolling through Shosenkyo, pass through the torii gate of Kanazakura Shrine in the Takigami area ⛩️ and enjoy shopping and dining along the Suisho Kaido (Crystal Road). Come to Shosenkyo to boost your luck!! Our entire staff looks forward to welcoming you.

Hello 😃 This is Yamanashi Wine Kingdom Senga Falls shop! In early summer at Shosenkyo Gorge, the fresh green leaves sparkle while a cool breeze and the murmuring clear stream soothe the soul. Senga Falls pours down over jagged rock faces in a truly spectacular scene. You are sure to be moved by this work of nature.🍃 And here is a recommendation perfect for this season! We have launched “Delaware Cloudy Sparkling Wine.”🍇🍾 Its fruity, sweet-and-tart flavor spreads pleasantly with gentle bubbles. Chilled, it delivers a refreshing lift that blows away humid heat in an instant. Enjoyed in nature, it will soothe all your senses.☺️ On the terrace we offer a relaxing space where you can feel the river’s babble up close.🌿 There are plenty of photo spots too, so you can capture a memory with cute ornaments or the falls as a backdrop.📸✨ Shosenkyo shows a different face with each season. Please enjoy a special wine moment here alongside the spectacular fresh-green views available only now.♪ We sincerely look forward to your visit 💚

[Video played on a large screen at the Ventforet Kofu match on May 17] On Saturday, July 5th, the world's first "Anisong fireworks festival" will Held in in Fujikawa Town! Broadcasting various attractions that you may not notice when you are in your Local area! * For more information, please search HoriPro Speed YouTube Channel!

Hello, this is Ryusuido 😊 Shosenkyo Gorge is now in the season when plants grow vigorously and the fresh green is dazzling!! We recommend taking a stroll to feel the refreshing breeze while sunlight filters through the layers of green. May’s birthstones are emerald and jade! Emerald, famous as the gem beloved by Cleopatra, has long been prized for its healing effects and symbolizes healing and stability.💎 Jade signifies prosperity, longevity, and health, and it has been selected as one of Japan’s representative national gemstones. Both feature a beautiful green that fits the fresh-leaf season perfectly!! We also carry a wide variety of natural stones and accessories, so come and enjoy a soothing space woven by gemstones and the sound of the waterfall. Please drop by.

I went to Yatsushiro hometown Park in Fuefuki City, Yamanashi Prefecture to take pictures of Koshu silkworms and cherry blossoms, and the whole city was Festival Spring Township peach Minamoto, and the bamboo was being baked. The collaboration with cherry blossoms was very beautiful.

[Fujikawa Town Furusato Nozei tax payment thank-you gift] Anime Classics Anisong Fireworks Fujikawa Town performance became a thank-you gift for Furusato Nozei tax payment. For details, please check the Hometown Choice or Rakuten Furusato Nozei Tax Payment website. Held in: Saturday, July 5 Held in Place: Fujikawa Town Ikii Kiss Ports Park

Hello 😃 This is Enemon Denshokan. While the news often says the Kofu Basin is hot, a crisp spring breeze still sweeps through Shosenkyo Gorge, where ukonzakura (ukon cherry) blooms in full glory and fresh green leaves brighten the ravine! In fact, Enemon Denshokan has a marble chessboard on display. The natural stone’s beautiful patterns give it the presence of a work of art. In the quiet gallery, you can relax as you hold the chess pieces and enjoy a peaceful moment. It’s also highly photogenic, so please stop by as a memento of your sightseeing. Also, from April 27th we began a new polishing experience led mainly by Mr. Fukuda, a Yamanashi Master First-Class Gemstone Polisher. In a one-hour course you can become a “gemstone polishing artisan” and create a unique travel memory just for you. We look forward to welcoming you to the museum!

Hello, this is the Shosenkyo Tourism Association 🌸【The sacred tree at Kanazakura Shrine is in full bloom】🌸 The sacred tree at Kanazakura Shrine is now reaching its peak bloom. Its pale golden petals look as if wrapped in light, elegant and beautiful, and simply watching them lifts the spirits. The sacred space, wrapped in fresh green leaves, offers a beauty that seems to cleanse both mind and body. Why not visit Kanazakura Shrine during Golden Week for an outing? Spend a moment soothed by nature and its energy 🍃

Hello, this is Waraji, a local Koshu cuisine restaurant. Shosenkyo Gorge is now wrapped in dazzling fresh green that gently embraces the valley, welcoming a pleasant season. Come and spend a relaxing time healed by nature.🍃 After your walk, take a break at Waraji.😌 Our unaju features plump, fragrant domestic eel grilled to a golden finish and generously coated with our secret sauce. Its rich aroma and tender texture make it a true travel treat. Celebrate Golden Week with the grand nature of Shosenkyo Gorge and a luxurious moment. All our staff sincerely look forward to welcoming you.😊

[Yamanashi Prefecture Drone Business Council established] Today, the Fujikawa Development Corporation with members and established the Yamanashi Prefecture Drone Business Council Have. In the future, the council will fly in the event of a disaster We will provide training and human resource development. As the second part, in the event of a disaster using a logistics drone We made a demonstration flight as expected.

Akeno Sunflower Field Akeno Sunflower Field, Hokuto City, Yamanashi Prefecture, sunflowers bloom all over the sunflower field during the Sanfu Tower Festival. If the weather is good, you can also see the mountains of the Southern Alps in the background.