Photographed on February 22, 2014. This is Tomori Dining's honey lemon. 🍋🍯

🌸For a spring outing🌸 Take a leisurely tour of Sakai’s old highways and relax at Kokoan with views of the Mausoleum of Emperor Hanzei🍵 How about a stroll around Sakai’s old highways during cherry blossom season?🚶‍♀️🚶‍♂️🚶 A sightseeing volunteer guide accompanies the tour, so you’ll learn many new things✨ After the walk, unwind at Kokoan next to Hochigai Shrine⛩️ with sweets and tea🍡🍵 Enjoy a tranquil time in a lovely location overlooking the Mausoleum of Emperor Hanzei😌 Discover the charms of nearby Sakai you might not know, together with the cherry blossoms🌸 *Photo of the cherry blossoms at the Former Kosenji Temple Akai Site: taken on March 29, 2025* 📅 Date and time: Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Meet at 9:50 or 12:50. Reservations required at least three days in advance 💰 Fee: 4,000 yen (includes Kokoan voucher) 📍 Meeting place: Sakai City Hall 21st-floor observation lobby *On Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays one person may join. From Monday to Thursday we accept requests for groups of two or more.* 🔍For details, search “Sakai old highway tour” https://www.sakai-tcb.or.jp/tourism/detail/201...

NHK 'Geo Japan: 100 Spectacular Views' aired an episode titled "Hokkaido — Lake Kussharo and Lake Mashu." Teshikaga in Hokkaido unfolds a grand natural landscape. This episode focuses on Lake Kussharo and Lake Mashu. It shared many facts even locals might not know, from volcanic activity to rare creatures living on the Wakin Peninsula, making it both beautiful and educational. Here is a selection of highlights 💁‍♀️✨ _________________________________ NHK BS Geo Japan: 100 Spectacular Views Hokkaido — Lake Kussharo and Lake Mashu Saturday, March 7 — 12:00 to 13:00 _________________________________ https://www.web.nhk/tv/pl/series-tep-ENV69LY378/ep/2Z169XL1MQ...

Introduction to Our Sponsor Companies – The 15th Teshikaga Photo Contest The winning entries of the 15th Teshikaga Photo Contest have been announced, and each winner has received a supplementary prize. This Teshikaga Photo Contest is held with the support of local businesses in Teshikaga. On the official Teshikaga-navi Instagram, we will gradually introduce the sponsoring companies that have supported us. (In no particular order) This time, we introduce Suzukifarm Co., Ltd., the company that runs Cream Fairy Tale, famous for its delicious gelato‼︎📝 More detailed information is available on Teshikaga-navi, so please take a look✨ Thank you very much to Suzukifarm Co., Ltd. for cooperating with this event🙇❣️ We appreciate your continued support for the Teshikaga Photo Contest and Teshikaga-navi.

[Komaide Pond Campground Reservations Open] Komaide Pond Campground sits in a stunning stand of white birch often called the most beautiful in Japan, offering a superb location for camping 🏕️ Reservations for the 2026 season are now open! Season opens: Friday, April 24 Bookings open: Tuesday, March 10 at 10:00 AM To reserve, search for "komaide pond campground" on the NAP site for campground reservations. Komaide Pond Campground official site https://yachiho-kogen.com/camp/...

#Himotokeba Sakai \/ Miyakumyaku Comes to Sakai🔵🔴 Himotokeba Sakai 2026 ~OSAKA SAKAI EXPO~ Miyakumyaku Photo Session in Sakai Confirmed! A chance to take photos and videos together🌟 Relive the excitement of the Osaka-Kansai Expo in Sakai once more! 🗓️Date & Location: Friday, March 20 @ Inside Daisen Park Saturday, March 21 @ Sakai Risho no Mori, Lecture Room, 2nd Floor ⏰Times: ①11:00 / ②13:30 / ③16:00 (30 minutes each) 💰Free ✅Advance lottery system; application period: Tuesday, March 10, 10:00 – Monday, March 16, 10:00 ※Winners will be notified by email on Wednesday, March 17. 🔍Search for "Himotokeba Sakai 2026" for details! 🔗 https://www.sakai-tcb.or.jp/news/detail/20260227145543...

＼👧All children enter free👦／ From Wednesday, March 25 to Tuesday, March 31, for seven days, Noah Dolphin Dome celebrates its first anniversary by offering free admission for children (ages 4 through elementary school)🎊 We have many other special anniversary programs lined up just for the occasion📢 Of course, our regular animal-interaction programs will run as usual! Make wonderful spring memories at Noah Dolphin Dome…🌸 Admission fees ◯ Regular rates Adult (junior high school and older): ¥1210 Child (ages 4 through elementary school): ¥770 ◯ Night time (entry from 17:00) Adult (junior high school and older): ¥770 Child (ages 4 through elementary school): ¥550 *Children aged 3 and under are free all day* Opening hours 10:00–20:00 (last entry 19:30) Parking None (please use nearby coin-operated parking; no partner parking available) 🔍 Search for "Noah Dolphin Dome" for details! 🔗 Website: https://www.dolphindome.jp//

Photographed on February 22, 2014. This is a meal set from tomori dining. It includes domestic chicken karaage, homemade ganmo (fried tofu fritter), simmered hijiki seaweed, miso soup, and pickles. It's quite a feast. 😊🍚

Tsukigase Plum Valley Ume Festival Now ongoing! Thanks to the cold weather, the plum blossoms are likely to last longer✨ The area around Lakeside Village Tsukigase is at its best, too✨ Photo courtesy of yasunori okamoto

Photographed on February 22, 2014. This is the hanachozu at Naritasan Kawagoe Betsuin.

📢 Program Broadcast Notice 📢 The final episode covering various aspects of Teshikagacho will air on STV Sapporo Television Broadcasting’s “Dosanko WEEKEND” on Saturday, March 14th, at 9:25 AM 👀✨ Last week’s first half about Teshikagacho showcased a miraculous clear view of Lake Mashu, relaxing hot springs and footbaths, and savoring delicious Mashu Wagyu, among many other delightful highlights 🍦🧚🏻‍♀️ We’re excited to see what the finale will bring this weekend❣️Please be sure to tune in‼︎

March 9 −10°C Akanko early morning walk tour! Thanks to the cold that let clouds settle over the lake like a dragon, we could see frost flowers and rime ice gleaming against the blue sky♪ We walked across the lake, where diamond dust sparkled in a magical scene. ✨

Photographed on February 21, 2014. This is the hanachozu (flower water basin) at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Photographed on February 24, 2014. These are the hanachozu (flower water basins) at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Photographed on February 21, 2014. This is the hanachozu (flower basin) at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Photographed on February 17, 2014. This is the hanachouzui (decorative flower water basin) at Naritasan Kawagoe Betsuin.

Photographed on February 15, 2014. This is the hanachozu (flower water basin) at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine, located at the omikuji distribution area.

Photographed on February 18, 2014. The red plum blossoms line the approach to Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine. 🌸

Photographed on February 20, 2014. These are the red plum blossoms along the approach to Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine. 🌸

Come and see! We received pamphlets from two elementary schools in Kushiro City ☺ ★ The sixth graders of Shiroyama Elementary School created a pamphlet about the Shiroyama area. They walked the neighborhood themselves and conducted on-site interviews at various facilities, producing very in-depth content. This booklet tightly captures the students’ feelings and the charms of Shiroyama! ★ The fifth graders of Kushiro Elementary School produced a Kushiro tourism pamphlet. Each student researched and reflected on Kushiro’s attractions in their own way, resulting in a collection full of personality. With 31 different entries covering sightseeing spots, recommended shops, information on wildlife, and more, there’s plenty to explore! You can take any pamphlet you like home. Come see the children’s wonderful work (^_^)/ We look forward to your visit. 📍 KKS Convention Center (Kushiro City Tourism and International Exchange Center) 3-3 Saiwaicho, Kushiro City The pamphlets are available at the Tourism Concierge counter.

Introducing Our Sponsors: The 15th Teshikaga Photo Contest The winning entries of the 15th Teshikaga Photo Contest have been announced, and we have presented prizes to each winner. This Teshikaga Photo Contest is held with the support of businesses located in Teshikagacho. On the official Teshikaga Navi Instagram, we will gradually introduce the sponsoring companies that have supported us. (Order is random) Today we are pleased to introduce Kawayu Kanko Hotel, a long-established inn in Kawayu Onsen‼︎📝 For more detailed information about the facilities, please check Teshikaga Navi✨ Thank you very much to Kawayu Kanko Hotel for supporting this event🙇❣️ We appreciate your continued support for the Teshikaga Photo Contest and Teshikaga Navi. https://www.masyuko.or.jp/enjoy/kawayukankou/...

Introducing Our Sponsors: The 15th Teshikaga Photo Contest The winning entries of the 15th Teshikaga Photo Contest have been announced, and we presented prizes to each winner. This Teshikaga Photo Contest is held with the support of businesses located in Teshikaga. On the official Teshikaga Navi Instagram, we will gradually introduce the sponsoring companies who have supported us. (In no particular order) Today, we are pleased to introduce Deshigakashiinko Co., Ltd., the operator of Lake Mashu Kamuy Terrace and Iozan MOKMOK Base! For more detailed facility information, please check Teshikaga Navi. We extend our heartfelt thanks to Deshigakashiinko Co., Ltd. for their cooperation with this event. We hope you will continue to support the Teshikaga Photo Contest and Teshikaga Navi. https://www.masyuko.or.jp/enjoy/masyuresthouse/...

Ihama Margaret Flower Picking Garden https://x.gd/kljYT... Period: Wednesday, March 18, 2026 – until supplies last Hours: 9:00–15:00 Fee: Free (up to 10 stems per person) Scissors available for loan Venue: Ihama Coast Ichijo Takenoko Village https://x.gd/1iKvL... - Bamboo Shoot Picking Experience April 1 (Wednesday) – May 5 (Tuesday) Admission: Adults ¥650, Children ¥300 May end early when supplies run out Harvested bamboo shoots must be purchased Rubber boot rental ¥50, work gloves ¥50 available for purchase Bamboo shoot picking or the dining area may close or have reduced hours depending on shoot growth - Bamboo Shoot Cafeteria (limited season) April 1 (Wednesday) – May 5 (Tuesday) Open daily (about 10:30–14:30) Takeout of bamboo shoot dishes available Kusamochi making (reservation required) is offered only on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays Bamboo craft workshops (reservation required) Bamboo shoot picking may be suspended once shoots run out

The 34th Ogata Tulip Festa 2026 ❚ April 3–12, 2026 The dates for the 2026 Tulip Festa have been set. This year, 190,000 bulbs in 117 tulip varieties and two types of rape blossoms will bloom around Harajiri Falls. We will announce more details as they are decided. As the event approaches, the Bungoono City Tourism Association will share tulip bloom updates on its website and social media, so please check them. Date and time: Friday, April 3–Sunday, April 12, 2026 Location: Around Harajiri Falls Note: On weekends during the event, the Roadside Station Harajiri Falls parking lot will not be available. Shuttle buses will run from temporary parking areas. Contact for event inquiries Tulip Festa Executive Committee Office TEL 0974-42-2111 Access from Fukuoka, Kumamoto and other prefectures 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 ########## Explore Kyushu and Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture Discover recommended sightseeing spots ##########

Photographed on February 18, 2014. These are the red plum blossoms along the approach to Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine. 🌸

Tsukigase Plum Valley Plum Festival Now underway! At its peak♪ Please come and visit! This Sunday looks like it will be busy again. Saturday, which we worried about weather-wise, looks fine✨ Photo courtesy of Yasunori Okamoto

Photographed on February 22, 2014. This is Chabudai-san’s morning set. It includes carrot potage, a salad, a fried egg, homemade bread, and natsu mikan jam. The natsu mikan jam and homemade bread go very well together. 😊🍊

Hello, I’m Gen 😊 It’s March, and Shosenkyo Gorge is getting warmer by the day, making the arrival of spring more noticeable 🌸☘️ The sight of beautiful waterfalls cascading between sheer rock faces and the peaceful valley views will become even more appealing in the coming season 🏞️✨ Shosenkyo offers a special place to stroll slowly while feeling the power of nature, refreshing both body and mind 😊 The photo shows Amethyst 'Egao' (Smiling Mouth) 💎 This stone is notable for its shape that looks like an open, smiling mouth, and it is said to "invite good fortune and gather positive energy," making it a very auspicious natural gem 😃 At Gen’s shop, we carry many good-luck items, including impressive amethyst geodes and quartz crystals 🔮✨ When you visit Shosenkyo, please drop by Gen as well 😊 All our staff look forward to welcoming you sincerely! ✨

Photographed on March 4 The early winter cherry trees near Ginza Street, at the Sakimicho curve, are now in full bloom and catching the eyes of passersby. Of the three trees, the one at the top is called the "Sakamachi Temple Cherry". It is said to be one of the trees planted in the grounds of Iou-ji Temple, which once stood here in the early Meiji period. The tree is over a hundred years old. It survived the Honcho great fire of 1944 and the Atami great fire of 1950, making it a precious cherry tree. Sakamachi Temple Cherry — Address: Sakimicho, Atami City (opposite Hotel Kan-ichi) About 20 early winter cherry trees in Shinsui Park are also continuing to bloom, so please visit if you are in the neighborhood. Shinsui Park — Address: Nagisacho, Atami City (Shinsui Park Daiichi Kouku to Shinsui Park Second Section)

Delicious and fun! Sneaking into the Shobara Fan Festa! Fans from Shobara City in the nature-rich Hiroshima Prefecture gathered at Hirogin Holdings, Inc. "Tomorrow Square" in Naka Ward, Hiroshima City! We report on tastings of Hiba Beef and Yukiko (cheese), plus local sake sampling ✨ Read the article here🔽 https://www.shobara-info.com/report/5555...