The 20th Higashi Fureai Cultural Festival will be held! Two days to enjoy local culture and the arts✨ A packed program including wind band and dance performances, a history lecture titled "Warlords of the Sengoku Era and Their Connections to Sakai", and the Sakai suzume odori (sparrow dance)! There will also be extensive exhibits: flower arrangements, paintings, and works by children to admire🌸 📅 December 14 (Sunday) and 15 (Monday), 10:00–18:00 (exhibits only on the 15th) 📍 Sakai City Higashi Cultural Hall, Cultural Hall (2-minute walk from Kitanoda Station) Free admission! Please come and join us 😊 🔍 For more details, search for "Higashi Fureai Cultural Festival" 🔗https://www.city.sakai.lg.jp/.../r7/20hureaibunkasai.html... #Sakai events #Higashi Fureai Cultural Festival #Sakai City #cultural festival #suzume odori #wind band #dance #art exhibition #art activities https://www.city.sakai.lg.jp/.../r7/20hureaibunkasai.html...

Dance, Dance, Dance Dance is closer to strength training than I thought…! I realized that when I joined a dance lesson held in Nishiokoppe Village. The instructor who taught us was Toshimasa Miya, a teacher at EOS DANCE STUDIO in Asahikawa City. This was the second time Miya came to Nishiokoppe Village. I couldn’t attend the first lesson, but when I heard a second session would be held, I went to loosen my exercise-starved body. As soon as the lesson began, music started playing. I was surprised and thought, “Are we already dancing?” but we began with stretches set to the music. It seems they teach you to get into the habit of moving to the rhythm from the stretching stage. They say dance isn’t about moving your body as fast or as much as possible; what matters is moving to the rhythm. They also explained that if you get better at moving specific parts of your body, you can express more delicate whole-body movements in dance. The smaller the movements, the more your muscles and mind work. To keep your center steady while making various motions, you also need to strengthen your core. Not being a regular dancer, I moved my arms and legs with all my might and ended up soaked in sweat. It’s hard to move smoothly like the teacher or snap into sharp motions at times, but when you move your body fully and use your limbs the way you imagined, it feels great. While learning dance basics, people from elementary school age to adults enjoyed trying out dance. A dance lesson is scheduled again after the New Year. If you’ve been waiting for a chance to get moving, or if you want to feel soothed watching people move joyfully, come and join the next lesson. #Nishiokoppe Village #Hokkaido #dance #dance lesson #EOS DANCE STUDIO #Asahikawa #winter #exercise

November 22 – Atami Plum Garden autumn leaves Overall the foliage is about 60–70% colored. It has reached its best viewing stage 🍁 https://ataminews.gr.jp/event/148...

Talents from Gokase Gathered! ✨ The "Yūhi no Sato Sakuhin-ten Exhibition" and the "Small Shimotsuki Festival in Sato," held on November 15 and 16, concluded to great success! Thank you so much to everyone who attended 😊 The venue, filled with impressive works mainly by local residents, shone with warm sensibility✨ Many people joined the hands-on sessions and created pieces that showcased their individuality 😆 It was a heartwarming event that brought together people of all ages, from children to adults 🥰

Daimon Kinoshita Exhibition in Teshikaga The Daimon Kinoshita Exhibition is now on display in the lobby of Teshikaga Town Public Hall. A miniature version of Setta no Surioto, which is exhibited at the Guimet Museum (Musée national des arts asiatiques-Guimet) in France, is being shown and unveiled in Teshikaga for the first time. (The original measures 3 m by 12 m.) Exhibition hours: 9:00–21:00 Period: Now through November 25, 2025 Please take this opportunity to come and see it.

Green Woodwork A workshop used freshly cut, still-damp “green wood” to make everyday items. Participants used only simple tools like knives and shaving horses. For middle school students and older they offered sessions to make wooden spatulas, mini spoons, and small plates. Elementary school children could also join a session to make house ornaments. Under the instruction of Mariko Kusakari, four classes were held in total. I peeked into the house ornament session. The elementary children cut and shaved the wood themselves with support from parents and staff. They touched the wood’s end grain to confirm it was still damp and noticed that different species gave off different scents. Handing tools to children can be nerve‑wracking, but adults stepped in when needed and otherwise watched as the kids did the work. Pieces that started round gradually took on angular, almost pentagonal shapes. After cutting each piece to a chosen size, participants painted them and added a string or wire to finish the ornament. The display included a variety of shapes and colors, each full of personality. We live in a world where many things are easy to buy, so having the chance to make everyday items yourself is truly rewarding. I think I’ll join the wooden spatula workshop next time. #Nishiokoppe Village #Hokkaido #Green Woodwork #green wood #handicrafts #everyday items #mokuiiku (wood learning) #Komu Museum of Art

Sparkling Korakuen: An Evening Tea Gathering Thursday, October 23 and Friday, October 24 At Korakuen, where the maple trees had turned crimson, a light-up and tea gathering took place. Inside the garden stands Korakutei, a tea room used several times a month for tea practice and tea gatherings for children. Still, many village residents had never stepped into Korakutei, and many had only viewed Korakuen’s garden from outside. For regular walkers and those who don’t usually go out alike, these two days provided an opportunity to visit Korakuen. Because the garden has almost no lighting, lights placed along the walking paths glittered in the darkness. A gentle, light rain fell that night. The softly sweet tea sweets and the warm, full-bodied tea warmed us through. Even without knowing tea ceremony etiquette, I found the tea room’s refined, comforting atmosphere soothing, and I visited many times. (Refills of tea were available 🧉) Despite the poor footing due to the weather, many people came—thank you very much. #Nishiokoppe Village #Hokkaido #Traditional Japanese garden #Korakuen #Autumn foliage light-up #Tea gathering #Night #Autumn

Teachers’ Staged Reading "Hanasaki-yama" Saturday, November 15 At Nishiokoppe Village Community Center Large Hall The teachers will present a staged reading. This year’s program is the picture book Hanasaki-yama, written by Ryusuke Saito and illustrated by Jiro Takidaira. We will deliver a story incorporating the episodes of “Hachiro” and “Miko” that appear in this tale. The cast includes elementary and junior high school teachers, elementary school students, and fellow villagers. Including staff, people of various ages will work together to create a single production. Admission free Doors open at 1:30 PM, performance starts at 2:00 PM. Recommended for ages elementary school and up. Please come and see the teachers doing their best on stage. For inquiries, call 090-9086-8268 (Yamamoto). #Nishiokoppe Village #Hokkaido #staged reading #teachers’ staged reading #Hanasaki-yama #November 15 #Community Center Large Hall #Board of Education

Kiunkaku Limited-Time “Wagakari no Niwa” and “Dark Green BAR 1919” Kiunkaku, built in 1919 as a villa in Atami and now a tangible cultural property of Atami City, preserves the area’s changing history and culture. The venue normally closes at 5:00 PM, but to let visitors see the Japanese garden and interior illuminated at night, Kiunkaku will offer two special evening openings on Saturday and Sunday, November 1–2, 2025. Enjoy a serene atmosphere unlike the bustling streets of Atami, with lush gardens, the sound of water, and a traditional Japanese light display created with wagasa (Japanese oil-paper umbrellas) and hand lanterns. [Wagakari no Niwa] Date and Time: Saturday–Sunday, November 1–2, 2025, 5:00 PM–9:00 PM (last admission 8:00 PM) Special evening admission: 1,000 yen (tax included); no reservation required *Because wagasa are used, the outdoor garden display will be moved indoors in case of rain. *Entry may be restricted depending on crowding. *Some garden areas will be closed for the special nighttime program. *The number of lanterns is limited. In addition, “Kissa Yasuragi,” which served as a bar when Kiunkaku operated as a ryokan, will reopen as a non-alcoholic bar for two days only. Relax in a classical atmosphere created by dark green sofas and mood lighting. [Dark Green BAR 1919] Date and Time: Saturday–Sunday, November 1–2, 2025; 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM sessions (each 90 minutes, rotating) Price: BAR set ticket 2,500 yen (tax included) *This is a combined ticket for the light-up and the BAR (one drink plus unlimited Shizuoka green tea). *Advance reservation only (please check the reservation link below). https://kiunkaku.jp/article/qPC6zRS0... *Because wagasa are used, the light-up will be held indoors in case of rain. On Monday, November 3, 2025 (holiday), a special nighttime photography session will be held by private booking, allowing participants to photograph the interior and the illuminated garden. The Atami Offshore Fireworks Festival takes place that day; guests can photograph and view the fireworks from Kiunkaku’s second floor. [Nighttime Photography Session] Date and Time: Monday (holiday), November 3, 2025, 6:00 PM–9:00 PM (last admission 8:00 PM) Fee: 3,000 yen (includes admission) *If it rains, only the usual garden light-up will take place. Inquiries: Kiunkaku 0557-86-3101 Please check Kiunkaku’s official website below for details of each event. https://kiunkaku.jp//

From Friday, October 24 to Sunday, October 26, the music event titled “Atami Art Fringe: Winds of Asia” will take place over three days at the Moon Terrace in the waterside park and Dragon Bridge on the Itokawa Promenade. At the softly lit, atmospheric venues, you can enjoy dances and musical performances from countries across Asia. It’s about a 10-minute walk between the two sites. Admission to all performances is free, so please feel free to drop by. Date and time / Saturday, October 24 to Sunday, October 26, 2025, 6:30 PM–8:40 PM Moon Terrace, Waterside Park Friday, October 24 6:30 PM–6:50 PM Korea: Dance 7:00 PM–7:20 PM Japan: Fire performance 7:50 PM–8:10 PM Korea: Dance 8:20 PM–8:40 PM Japan: Fire performance Saturday, October 25 6:30 PM–6:50 PM Thailand: Dance 7:00 PM–7:20 PM Japan: Fire performance 7:50 PM–8:10 PM Thailand: Dance 8:20 PM–8:40 PM Japan: Fire performance Sunday, October 26 6:30 PM–6:50 PM India: Kathak (North Indian classical dance) 7:00 PM–7:20 PM Japan: Fire performance 7:50 PM–8:10 PM India: Kathak (North Indian classical dance) 8:20 PM–8:40 PM Japan: Fire performance Dragon Bridge, Itokawa Promenade Friday, October 24 6:30 PM–6:50 PM China: Face-changing performance 7:00 PM–7:20 PM Mongolia: Morin khuur performance 7:50 PM–8:10 PM China: Face-changing performance 8:20 PM–8:40 PM Mongolia: Morin khuur performance Saturday, October 25 6:30 PM–6:50 PM Vietnam: Trống (drum) performance 7:00 PM–7:20 PM China: Erhu and pipa performance 7:50 PM–8:10 PM Vietnam: Trống (drum) performance 8:20 PM–8:40 PM China: Erhu and pipa performance Sunday, October 26 6:30 PM–6:50 PM China: Face-changing performance 7:00 PM–7:20 PM India: Sitar and tabla performance 7:50 PM–8:10 PM China: Face-changing performance 8:20 PM–8:40 PM India: Sitar and tabla performance The event will proceed in light rain and will be canceled in severe weather. The program may change due to weather or other circumstances. Decisions will be made by 3:00 PM on each day; information will be provided via the contact number below. Inquiries / Opera Kisekan Phone 090-4606-1059

🎈Delving into the traditions and individuality of Sakai bamboo crafts! Two exhibitions at Sakai City Museum / Exploring the tradition and individuality of “Sakai bamboo crafts”!✨ ＼ Featuring dynamic spatial art and other works by fourth-generation bamboo artist Takenabe Chikuunsai, whose pieces were also shown at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai💫 📅: Saturday, September 20 – Monday, November 3 (public holiday) 📍: Sakai City Museum (@sakai_city_museum) and the tea room Shin-an 💰: Special exhibition admission fee 🔍For details, search for “Sakai City-Owned Artworks Exhibition”

Theatrical Troupe Kazenoko Tohoku "From Fukushima" A one-man play by Osamu Sawada "From Fukushima" March 11, 2011 Memories of the Great East Japan Earthquake and the years that followed. Stories from Fukushima are told. Performance Details Tuesday, October 21 Doors open 18:00 Performance starts 18:30 At Hotel Morimu Plum Hall Free for junior high school students and younger 500 yen for high school students and older Organized by the Friends of Troupe Kazenoko Tohoku Contact 090-8631-0781 (Hiroyuki Kikukawa) #Nishiokoppe Village #Hokkaido #theatrical troupe #Kazenoko #Tohoku #Osamu Sawada #one-man play #Fukushima #Great East Japan Earthquake

The 33rd Bungoono City Amateur Art Exhibition An amateur art exhibition is being held at the Fumio Asakura Memorial Museum in Asaji, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture, Kyushu. The show displays works by art enthusiasts aged high school and above who live in the prefecture and enjoy art as a hobby, either individually or in circles. In addition to prize-winning pieces, all submitted works are on display at the venue, so please take a look. [Period] Saturday, September 20, 2025 – Sunday, October 19, 2025 [Venue] Fumio Asakura Memorial Cultural Hall (Asaji, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture) [Opening Hours] 10:00–17:00 (last admission 16:30) *On October 19, open until 12:00 [Closed] Mondays (when Monday is a public holiday, closed the next weekday) [Admission] Adults 200 yen, elementary/middle/high school students free *Free for visitors to the Fumio Asakura Memorial Museum *Free for people with physical disability certificates, rehabilitation certificates, or mental disability health and welfare certificates and one caregiver each [Organizer] Bungoono City (Fumio Asakura Memorial Museum) [Inquiries] Fumio Asakura Memorial Museum (direct) 0974-72-1300 ■■■ Access to central Bungoono 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 Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture (Bungoono-shi), Kyushu ■■■■■■■■■■■■ https://sato-no-tabi.jp/news/20251001event-asaji/...

The Power of Books, the Power to Live A Project in Cooperation with Shanti Volunteer Association "The Power of Books, the Power to Live" Through books, start close to home and then look toward the world— Under that concept, with the help of two people from Myanmar who live in Nishiokoppe Village, we created translated picture books to send to Myanmar. What kind of country is Myanmar? What is its situation right now? First, we spent time learning about Myanmar. Then we held picture-book readings in Japanese and Burmese. After enjoying the differences in Burmese and Japanese pronunciation, it was time to make the translated picture books. Using a Burmese kana comparison chart, we cut and pasted Burmese translation stickers onto every page, repeating the process. At the end, they taught us how to write our own names in Burmese. Having two people who speak Burmese meant we could ask questions when we lost track of where stickers should go, and learn things that you can’t get from reading materials alone, such as stroke order. Thanks to them, we felt Burmese become more familiar to us. The translated picture books we made that day will reach Myanmar around next summer. We entrusted the books to the Shanti Volunteer Association while wondering what Myanmar will be like then and what we ourselves will be doing at that time. #Nishiokoppe Village #Hokkaido #Shanti Volunteer Association #Translated picture books #Myanmar #The Power of Books, the Power to Live #Burmese

Nishiokoppe Village Variety Show Last year, the variety show returned after a five-year hiatus. This year, we were able to hold it successfully once again. Thank you to everyone who came out in large numbers. The performance segment was rich with acts. From children to adults taking the stage, there were fresh, uplifting performances and also V-kei band sets, letting audiences enjoy a wide range of genres. In the latter half, the karaoke segment featured a somewhat different lineup than last year, but this village truly has many talented singers…! We were captivated by the clear, expansive voices. Stalls offered food and drinks, as well as booths selling capsule toys and other playthings, plus shooting galleries and ring-toss corners. From morning until night, it was a day to fully savor the festival. #Nishiokoppe Village #Hokkaido #Variety Show #100th Anniversary of Village Founding #September 11

Nagakute City, Aichi Prefecture JiYellowtail Country Manfuku Temple Tanuki no Kuni Lost with his brother and became a human Return to Tanuki Village Chief, who showed me the way back

Puppet Theater Pook Performance in Nishiokoppe Village Wednesday, September 24, 2025 Puppet Theater Pook is coming again this year! Thank you for the many visitors from both inside and outside the village last year. The program features two works: "Kobozu Zuieten" and "It Might Be an Apple." Doors open at 6:00 PM Performance starts at 6:30 PM. The performance will be held in the large hall of Nishiokoppe Village Community Center. Advance tickets: 500 yen Same-day tickets: 600 yen Children aged two and under: free. Tickets can be purchased from members of the puppet theater circle Doremi or reserved via the QR code. A shuttle bus will operate on the day for residents of the Kamiokoppe area. Please feel free to use it. 6:00 PM Kamiokoppe Bus Stop 6:05 PM In front of Kamiokoppe Residents' Center 6:10 PM In front of Kamiokoppe Elementary School For inquiries about this performance, please contact: Nishiokoppe Village Board of Education 0158-87-2501 We will prepare a small selection of snacks and look forward to your arrival. Organizers: Puppet Theater Circle Doremi / Nishiokoppe Village Board of Education #Nishiokoppe Village #Hokkaido #Puppet theater #Puppet Theater Pook #Performance #Kobozu Zuieten #It Might Be an Apple #Puppet Theater Circle Doremi #Nishiokoppe Village Board of Education #September 24

This photo was also taken at the Flower Culture Garden. Various wind chimes were displayed everywhere. The tone was so pure that even I, who usually listen to music while shooting, involuntarily took off my earphones. It is a piece of confidence that I used as much as I could use the techniques that I could use in the shooting.

Sunset Village Sculpture Symposium This year again, works by Yoichi Okumura, who lives in Miyazaki City, have come to Gokasecho✨ These gentle pieces reflect Okumura’s warm personality😊 Although stone is usually thought of as hard, he can express it so softly😲 Looking at the works gives you a cozy, warm feeling🥰 A picture book about a snowman was also placed there to help visitors feel a little cooler⛄ You could also watch the creation process👀 The stone’s sheen is different before and after, isn’t it!? (Maybe it’s the photographer’s skill…😅) By the time he arrived in Gokasecho, he had already created about seven pieces✨ He is expected to dedicate a work to Furudono Shrine again this year, which is something to look forward to🎵 You can see the exhibition and Okumura’s working process below Furudono Shrine💡 He is scheduled to stay in Gokasecho until September 3, but since there will be tidying up and other tasks, it might be best to visit in August😊 *Note: Okumura will be absent on August 7.*

[Wood Play Experience Market] Komu Museum of Art Saturday, August 2, 10:00–16:00 We present the “Wood Play Experience Market”! ※Museum closing time is 17:00 See it, touch it, make it—fun wooden workshops await you. [Workshop Highlights] 〇 Wooden keychain and brooch making Artist: tek Tanno Yuri Fee: 500 yen each Duration: about 30 minutes 〇 Make a wooden kaleidoscope or clock!! Artist: Do mono Fee: Kaleidoscope 1,000 yen / Clock 500 yen Duration: about 30 minutes 〇 Wood-nut BUG BUG Wood education meister: Erika Murai Fee: 300 yen Duration: about 30 minutes 〇 Mushroom magnet making Uenshiri and friends (taiko drum team) Fee: 500 yen (for two pieces) Duration: about 10 minutes ※Admission fees apply as usual High school and older 500 yen / Grades 4–6 and junior high 300 yen / Ages 3 to Grade 3 100 yen / Under 3 free ※Residents of Nishiokoppe Village are free of charge that day To mark the village’s 100th anniversary, the first 100 visitors will receive a free workshop ticket! Every craft is adorable—you’ll have trouble choosing which to make. Come make a lovely piece and create a summer vacation memory. #Nishiokoppe Village #Hokkaido #Komu Museum of Art #Summer #Wood Play Experience Market #Hands-on #Workshop #Woodworking #Woody Summer School #August 2

July 25 — Atami Offshore Fireworks Festival 🎆 Thank you for attending the first fireworks festival of this summer! Before the fireworks, we held a stage event in the Waterside Park called “Play in Atami! Play with Fireworks!”, with energetic performances by chiitan☆bombers, Kamen Joshi, and TOMOCA RIRIKA Yuuri to liven up the crowd! https://www.ataminews.gr.jp/event/8/...

Here you will find a world of black, gold, and dreamlike lacquer art It is called the Azumino Takahashi Setsuro Memorial Museum Setsuro Takahashi is a lacquer artist who represents the contemporary craft art scene Building on the traditional chinkin (gold inlay) technique, he created a unique lacquer art style using a method called yarigane On the grounds you can also see the former Takahashi family house from the mid-Edo period You can also enjoy a chinkin hands-on experience 😀 For details, please visit the official website http://azumino-bunka.com/facility/setsuro-museum/...

The music never stops At the guesthouse GA.KOPPER in Nishiokoppe Village This week’s music events continue to take place🎉 ○ Puukichi’s Guitar Concert Thursday, July 24, 8:00 PM Enjoy the sound of acoustic guitar ○ Ni Tete Boy Live and Session Saturday, July 26 Afternoon session 2:30 PM–3:30 PM Evening session 6:30 PM–9:00 PM We’re excited to hear music and drum performances from Ghana😆 ＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊ Both events are free to enter They are tip-based free live shows🏋️ Visitors who are not staying overnight are very welcome! We ask that you order at least one drink, such as a beverage🍺 At Ni Tete’s evening session you might be able to try the event’s special menu item, “white curry”!? Please come with friends and family, we hope to see you there! #Nishiokoppe Village #Hokkaido #music #Live #Puukichi #guitar concert #acoustic guitar #Ni Tete Boy #drums #Ghana #GAKOPPER

🎨 Announcement: The Late Sukenori Miroku – Exhibition “Morotsuka Kagura, the Forest’s Gifts, and Its Spirits” 🌲✨ From Friday, July 18, the Library Corner at Shiitake no Yakata 21 will host an exhibition by the late Sukenori Miroku (Miroku Sukenori) titled “Morotsuka Kagura, the Forest’s Gifts, and Its Spirits.” This exhibition presents nine works in total, including two paintings depicting kagura that are planned to be donated to Morotsuka Village. Please take this rare chance to see these precious pieces that are not often on view 👀🍃 📅 Exhibition period: Friday, July 18 – Tuesday, July 29 🕙 Opening hours: 10:00–17:00 (※Last day closes at 15:00) 🏛 Venue: Shiitake no Yakata 21, Library Corner 🎟 Admission: Free ❗️Note: Closed on Wednesday, July 23. 📞 Inquiries: Morotsuka Village Office, Board of Education, Education Division TEL: 0982-65-0072 👤 About Sukenori Miroku Mr. Miroku was an artist who expressed local spiritual culture through motifs of kagura and nature-based faith. He continued to render the forest’s resident spirits and his respect for Morotsuka Village’s nature and kagura with a delicate touch. This exhibition offers a valuable opportunity to encounter his artistic legacy and spirit 🖌️🌿 👣 Spend a peaceful moment in a space where nature and art resonate together 🍀 We warmly look forward to your visit!

This photo was taken at the Tokyo International Forum in front of Yurakucho Station. I tried to combine the metal-like architecture and the wooden part to create a slightly softer atmosphere.

I didn't expect the way home after drinking to be so bright.

Grass Roll Painting Returns! Last year, we painted Setoushi-kun on a pair of stacked grass rolls, and the result proved more popular than expected, so we decided to do it again this year! Grass Roll Painting This year’s installation is in front of the management building at the Forest Park. If you spot a large orange object from around the intersection by the post office, that’s the grass roll. Using oil-based paint and markers, and with help from children visiting the park, we finished the painting. There’s even the autograph of that person who visited during Golden Week! The display will remain until around autumn. If you pass by, please come and take a look. #Nishiokoppe Village #Hokkaido #Forest Park #Grass Roll #Painting #Orange cow pattern #No face #Setoushi-kun

🎨 Special Exhibition "Mucha: The Mysterious Painting" ✨ 1 We present for the first time a new tapestry that weaves Alphonse Mucha’s painting Quo Vadis, a masterpiece by one of Czechia’s leading artists, using Sakai’s traditional craft Sakai Dantsu. This work marks a new chapter in the history of painting. 2 Alongside one of the world’s foremost Mucha collections, the exhibition unveils the full story of the enigmatic painting Quo Vadis. Exhibition Highlights Explore freely through five rooms designed like pavilions. A grand gathering of works related to the magnificent World Expo of 1900 Paris, held 125 years ago!

Light up of Nijo Castle in Kyoto. This work is an art project from the inner moat reflected in the stone wall. I liked this scene, so I posted it.

Hello, this is the Shinshu Suzaka Tourism Association. This is 💕 an announcement of the Lover's Mecca Sanctuary Events in Suzaka Art Park Let's go see the silhouette of the heart played by the light~! The shadow of the monument of the sacred place of Lover's Mecca ties the heart, special days twice a year, (Twice a year, the day of the autumnal equinox in September and the day of the Spring equinox in March) For those who took a picture in front of the monument, the first 50 people will receive a little gift 💕 At the World Folk Doll Museum in Suzaka Art Park, Maturity!! You can also experience the chicks. ~On the day of the Spring equinox, please go to Suzaka Art Park~ Held in: Thursday, March 20, 2025 Spring Sunday 11:00~12:30 Held in Location: Nagano Prefecture Suzaka City Suzaka Art Park in front of the Heart Monument Hina-sama Rikiri Experience Events Held in: Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays until May 18, 2025 Held in Location: Suzaka Art Park World Folk Doll Museum Rental fee: Children's costume 600 yen, adult costume 800 yen Morning Session 10:00~11:30 Afternoon Session 13:30~15:00 The first 10 people each time, no advance reservation required * Since it is a costume that can be easily worn, please dress with a companion.