Photographed on September 30, 2014. I relaxed at the Starbucks Kanetsuki-dōri Store. I had a pumpkin spice latte and two types of custard apple pie made with apples from Aomori Prefecture.

Taken on September 30, 2014. This is the Hanatemari at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine Office.

Event Announcement📣 On October 4th (Sunday), a major event celebrating the autumn of Otofuke Town, "Local Produce SHOW & Food Education Minori-mu Festa Otofuke 2026," will be held 😊 This year, it will take place at two venues, featuring sales of delicious local food and agricultural products, and experience corners filled with activities for both children and adults 🎵 There will be a variety of performances, including a town PR by high school students from Otofuke's sister town, Karumai Town in Iwate Prefecture, a music live show by the Otofuke regional revitalization cooperation team, rhythmic gymnastics, a rock-paper-scissors tournament with chances to win "Otofuke Suzuran Wagyu," and a photo session with local mascots‼ Additionally, you can enjoy limited menu items and BBQ featuring Wagyu in preparation for the "National Wagyu Ability Competition Hokkaido Tournament" to be held in Otofuke and Obihiro City next August 😍 Other activities include making American dogs, crafting wool mascots, a traditional festival, and a bouncy dome, ensuring plenty of fun for children. The event will be filled with local gourmet food and agricultural product sales, making it a day full of enjoyment ✨✨ Moreover, there will be a fun lottery where you can win local specialties and Tokachi River hot spring accommodation vouchers 🎵 When you shop at "Roadside Station Otofuke," "Ryugyoku Sweetpea Garden," "Food and Merchandise Corner," or "Experience Corner (paid)," you will receive one lottery ticket for every 1,000 yen spent (one entry per draw)! *Note: Lottery tickets will be distributed until they run out. Please come and experience the charm of Otofuke Town at this event 🤗 [Important Notice] *We kindly ask that you refrain from bringing pets into the venue. 🔶Date and Time: October 4, 2026 (Sunday) 10:00 AM - 2:30 PM 🔶Venue: Roadside Station Otofuke "Natsuzora no Furusato" / Former Hokuren Tokachi District Livestock Market *A free shuttle bus will operate at the venue. *Those using the free shuttle bus will receive one fun lottery ticket and a pocket tissue as a gift. 🔶Contact: Minori-mu Festa Executive Committee (Otofuke Town Hall, Commerce and Tourism Division, Industrial Promotion Section) TEL: 0155-42-2111 https://www.town.otofuke.hokkaido.jp/kanko/oshirase/2025minoriimu.html...

Taken on September 28, 2026. This is matcha tiramisu and banana espresso latte from LEC COFFEE.

From Thursday, October 1, 2026, to Monday, November 30, 2026, we are holding the "Kai-ko Fes 2026" digital stamp rally campaign. By visiting tourist spots and facilities around the Mikata Five Lakes and collecting digital stamps, you can enter a lottery to win accommodation vouchers and local products from Mihama Town and Wakasa Town! The stamp rally pamphlet is available at the tourist spots and facilities where the digital stamps are located. "Kai-ko Fes 2026" Digital Stamp Rally Campaign https://stamprally.digital/wakasa-mikatagoko... ■Campaign Period: From Thursday, October 1, 2026, to Monday, November 30, 2026. ■Prizes 5 pairs of accommodation vouchers worth 20,000 yen for Wakasa and Mihama will be drawn! (You can apply with 5 points.) 10 accommodation vouchers worth 10,000 yen for Wakasa and Mihama will be drawn! (You can apply with 5 points.) 50 shopping vouchers worth 2,000 yen for Wakasa and Mihama will be drawn! (You can apply with 3 points.) 50 sets of local products worth 3,000 yen for Wakasa and Mihama will be drawn! (You can apply with 3 points.) ■Contact: Mikata Goko Regional Tourism Council (Wakasa Town Tourism Development Section) TEL 0770-32-45-9111.

Alps Azumino National Government Park, Horigane and Hotaka area is currently at its best for the yellow cosmos. There are 800,000 cosmos flowers blooming in the terraced rice fields. It seems like a great time to enjoy during the holidays, but I'm worried about the impact of the typhoon…😟

This morning, it was pleasantly sunny in Azumino. The ridge of the Northern Alps was beautifully visible. When I hurried to the summit of Mount Nagamine, clouds had already rolled in…😅 The best viewpoint in Azumino.

Photographed on September 28, 2014. This is the matcha tiramisu from LEC COFFEE.

Captured on September 28, 26. This is the Neapolitan pasta from LEC COFFEE. 🍝 It comes with a homemade ham salad and butternut squash potage.

Event Announcement📣 On Saturday, October 3rd, the 8th Tokachi Shimizu Garlic and Meat Festival will be held! 😊 This event is all about enjoying the local specialties of Shimizu Town: garlic and meat! 🎵 At the venue, you can savor garlic dishes such as deep-fried garlic, garlic zangy, long yam garlic rice cakes, and sweets made with black garlic, along with local gourmet delights like Tokachi Wakaushi and Gyū Toro Don. 😍 Additionally, we will have the "Milk Consumption Expansion Project" and "Sugar Consumption Expansion Project" where everyone can drink and eat together! ✨✨ Moreover, there will be plenty of attractions for children!‼ You can enjoy a ride on a fire truck and a police car, experience riding the Type 96 wheeled armored vehicle from the Self-Defense Forces, try on firefighter and Self-Defense Forces uniforms for free, and enjoy a bouncy slide, making it a fun day for the whole family! 🎵🎵 Currently, we are selling set tickets for the Tokachi Wakaushi BBQ (350g) with Tokachi Shimizu garlic ajillo. Advance tickets: 1,800 yen, Day-of tickets: 2,000 yen (includes chopsticks, plates, and sauce) Many luxurious prizes will be drawn from among ticket purchasers! Since it’s on a Saturday, let’s enjoy the exquisite garlic and meat gourmet without worrying about the next day! 🤗 🔶Advance Ticket Outlets ・Shimizu Town Hall (Agriculture and Forestry Division, Mikage Branch) ・JA Tokachi Shimizu (Head Office Planning Office, Mikage Branch) ・Shimizu Town Chamber of Commerce ・Ticket Pia 🔶Contact Information ・Shimizu Town Hall Agriculture and Forestry Division TEL: 0156-62-2112 ・JA Tokachi Shimizu Planning Office TEL: 0156-62-2167 https://www.town.shimizu.hokkaido.jp/section/07/details/post_87.html...

I took pictures of the beautiful autumn foliage in the mountains at Hadano Togawa Park in Kanagawa Prefecture.

The 7th Sauna Expo 2026 in Bungo-Ono ❚ Held on October 17th and 18th, 2026 The 7th Sauna Expo 2026 in Bungo-Ono will take place at Lodge Kiyokawa in Kiyokawamachi, Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture. The venue will feature around 20 tent saunas, making it a two-day event where sauna enthusiasts gather from all over the country. In addition to saunas, there will be food stalls and music events, allowing for a relaxed experience throughout the day. On the day of the event, programs such as VIP Aufguss, stage performances, food markets, and group whisking will be held. Tickets will be available in various types, including one-day tickets, two-day passes, the Ichiban Sauna ticket that allows entry one hour before opening, and VIP one-day tickets with reserved time. As no additional tickets will be released, please check early if you are interested. A pre-festival without saunas will also be held on Friday, October 16th, featuring cuisine and live performances from Cafe Paramu. For sauna lovers, these two autumn days are not to be missed! 【Date】 October 17th (Saturday) and 18th (Sunday), 2026 *The pre-festival is on October 16th (Friday) 【Location】 Lodge Kiyokawa (158 Udaeda, Kiyokawamachi, Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture) 【Schedule】 8:00 AM Doors Open 9:00 AM Ichiban Sauna Starts (Ichiban Sauna ticket required) 10:00 AM VIP and General Saunas Start, All Programs Begin 5:00 PM End *For pre-festival timings, please inquire 【Fees】 One-day ticket: 7,500 yen Two-day pass: 13,500 yen Ichiban Sauna ticket (1 day): 8,500 yen VIP ticket (1 day): 16,000 yen Pre-festival ticket: 6,000 yen (no sauna) *Free for high school students and younger when accompanied by a guardian 【Access】 About 50 minutes by car from Oita Mera IC 【Parking】 Available (free) *Free shuttle service between the parking lot and venue ■■Access from Fukuoka Prefecture and Kumamoto Prefecture to the center of Bungo-Ono City■■■ About 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station, Fukuoka Prefecture About 2 hours by car from JR Kumamoto Station, Kumamoto Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by car from JR Beppu Station, Oita Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by car from JR Yufuin Station, Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Introducing tourist attractions and recommended spots in Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■

Taken on September 28, 2026. Kawagoe Kumano Shrine is adorned for the autumn visit of the love water ceremony.🍁

Photographed on September 26, 2026. This is the flower water at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

I took this photo at Mizumoto Park in Tokyo, and for me, it captures much more than just the beauty of autumn. As I walked among the towering metasequoia trees, I was completely drawn to the way the warm sunlight was passing through the forest. The trees were glowing in deep shades of red, orange, and gold, while the morning sun created beautiful, elongated shadows across the ground. I remember feeling a sense of calm as I stood there, surrounded by such incredible colors and silence. But what really caught my attention was that quiet seat beneath the trees. It looked so peaceful, almost as if it was inviting me to stop for a while and forget everything else. I imagined sitting there, feeling the cool autumn breeze, watching the sunlight slowly move between the trees, and simply enjoying the moment. I wanted to capture that feeling—not just the scenery. Sometimes a scene makes you stop before you even think about composition. You just feel something. That is what happened here. I waited for the sunlight to fall perfectly between the trees, revealing the seat and illuminating the autumn leaves around it. When I finally pressed the shutter, I felt that I had captured a small piece of the peacefulness I was experiencing at that moment. Looking at this photo now, I can still remember the feeling of standing there—the warmth of the sunlight, the quietness of the forest, and the overwhelming beauty of autumn at Mizumoto Park. This photograph is not only a picture of a beautiful place; it is a memory of a beautiful moment I was lucky enough to experience.

There are moments when a photographer simply forgets to press the shutter because the view in front of them feels too beautiful to capture. That was exactly how I felt during my visit to Mizumoto Park in Tokyo in autumn. I arrived early in the morning, just as the first rays of sunlight were beginning to touch the horizon. The entire park seemed to be waking up slowly, wrapped in a peaceful silence. Standing in front of the magnificent metasequoia forest, I was completely mesmerized. The tall trees, dressed in their warm autumn colors, stretched endlessly into the distance. Soft golden sunlight filtered gently through the branches, creating delicate patterns of light and shadow along the path. The misty morning atmosphere added an almost dreamlike quality to the scene, making the forest feel less like a place in Tokyo and more like a magical landscape from another world. As a photographer, these are the moments I live for—the moments when nature, light, color, and silence come together perfectly. Every direction I looked felt like a photograph waiting to be captured. The golden leaves glowing under the morning sun, the towering metasequoias disappearing into the distance, and the soft, tranquil atmosphere created a truly mystical view. I stood there for a while, simply taking it all in. No rush, no noise—just me, my camera, and the breathtaking beauty of an autumn morning. My trip to Mizumoto Park became much more than just another visit to a beautiful place. It became a beautiful memory, captured not only through my camera lens but also in my heart.

Rich in iron, Kinsen-no-Yu✨ Relax and unwind in the Kussharo Onsen, which springs from about 1,000 meters underground. Enjoy a moment of relaxation as you immerse yourself in the hot water while gazing at the sky. Let your mind and body unwind✨ 【Guests】Free 【Day-use bathing】Adults ¥1,300 / Elementary school students ¥750 / Preschoolers free *Day-use bathing is available only during the hotel operating period (spring to autumn) *Includes a towel and bath towel set 🕐 Guests: 2:00 P.M. – 12:00 MID. / 5:00 A.M. – 10:00 A.M. 🕐 Day-use reception: 3:00 P.M. – 6:00 P.M. 🏣 Location: Kussharo Onsen, Teshikaga, Kawakami District, Hokkaido For details, please check the link in the profile. 📍Kussharo Prince Hotel https://www.instagram.com/kussharo_ph/...

A grand adventure in nature during your trip to Hokkaido! 🛶🍃 As you slowly paddle down the Kushiro River, it feels just like a jungle cruise. Listen to the sounds of the water and the birds while enjoying the magnificent nature unique to Hokkaido and Michihigashi up close. How about a canoe experience for your autumn trip to Hokkaido? Follow us to check the latest updates from 📍Kushiro Prince Hotel! ✨ https://www.instagram.com/kushiroprincehotel/...

Photographed on September 26, 2014. This is the flower water offering at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

The end of Izu, the starting point of emotions. Located at the southernmost tip of the Izu Peninsula, Minami-Izu Town enjoys a favorable climate even on Honshu. Here, it serves as both a "destination" and a place where new emotions begin. With the beautiful white sands of Yuigahama, the dynamic cliffs of Irouzaki, and the crystal-clear sea of Ougahama, the endless horizon and the rich nature brought by the Kuroshio Current soothe the hearts of visitors. In spring, early-blooming cherry blossoms and rapeseed flowers color the town; in summer, it bustles with beachgoers and tide pool explorers; and from autumn to winter, gentle sunlight and hot springs warmly welcome travelers. Throughout the seasons, a relaxed pace of life flows that cannot be experienced in the city. Additionally, this land, which has lived in harmony with the sea for centuries, is home to warm connections between people and a simple yet vibrant culture. The fresh seafood caught locally is also a major attraction. When you reach the end of your journey in Izu, something will stir within you―― Minami-Izu Town is that "starting point of emotions."

Photographed on September 26, 2014. This is the flower water basin at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

【🪭The Arayama Dance Took Place✨】 On September 27th, the "Arayama Dance," which is registered as an intangible cultural heritage by UNESCO, was held✨ Unfortunately, it rained heavily, so this year the performance took place indoors at the Arayama Hall, but there were many guests at the venue!👏 Being indoors allowed for a closer distance between the performers and the audience, creating a warm and lively atmosphere filled with cheers and laughter throughout the day☺️✨ In the morning, the children from Sakamoto Elementary School also participated in the drumming and performances🥁 Additionally, students from Gokase Secondary School energized the venue in their traditional outfits! Moreover, the students spontaneously joined in the Arayama Dance🤩 It was heartwarming to see the dancers teaching while dancing, and by the end, everyone was able to dance! The sight of generations dancing together was truly delightful☺️💕 The Arayama Dance involves many roles, with various songs, dances, and complex rhythms. While we felt the tradition passed down through long practices, there were also moments of interacting with the audience, switching roles, and hearing shouts like "Lift your feet higher!" and "Keep going from here!"…😂 And when the "monkey" approached the children, picking them up and patting their heads with a fan, cries could be heard from all around🤣🐒 (It seemed a bit scary for the kids. Haha) While the vibrant costumes look beautiful under the blue sky, the closeness and warm interactions between the performers and the audience created a unique scene that was perhaps only possible on a rainy day😌🌿 Despite the rain, this year's Arayama Dance was filled with many smiles and excitement. We were able to witness how the community cherishes and passes this tradition on to the next generation✨ Thank you to all the performers and everyone who came out in the rain! You truly did a great job!👏✨

Taken on September 23, 2026. This is the fig Basque cheesecake and banana espresso latte from LEC COFFEE.

Today, I visited a vineyard on the mountain to experience grape picking. This time, I picked "Kagawa University R-1," a grape developed by Kagawa University specifically for winemaking and processing. It is bred from the wild grape "Ryukyu Ganev" found in Okinawa and Amami, combined with the high-quality greenhouse grape "Muscat of Alexandria." Although the grape berries weigh only about 1 gram, their skins are rich in polyphenols and anthocyanins. I have previously picked grapes at tourist orchards, but this experience was completely different. In tourist orchards, the grapes hang in clusters on the trellises, making them easy to pick, but the grapes for winemaking grow freely on the trellises, with branches and leaves intertwined, requiring some effort to find the clusters. The entire vineyard is set on a slope, with drainage ditches below, so one must be careful with their steps while picking, as it is not the easy fruit-picking experience one might imagine. After washing the picked grapes, they are sent to the factory to be juiced, beginning the journey of winemaking. The wine made from R-1 grapes is named "Sauvageonne Savoureuse," featuring a rich color and less astringency, and is sold in the prefecture under the Kagawa University brand of wine. Walking into the vineyard, I realized that behind a bottle of wine, there is not only the mountain scenery but also the culmination of varietal development and the hard work of farmers.

Taken on September 23, 2026. This is the fig Basque cheesecake from LEC COFFEE.

Photographed on September 23, 2014. This is the quiche plate from LEC COFFEE. It includes quiche with ratatouille and two types of sausage, salad, homemade bread, and butternut squash soup.

Photographed on September 23, 2026. This is the Aitai fortune slip from Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine.

Notice of the Hitomeguri Train Operation 📣 From September 28th to November 4th, the special charter train "HOKKAIDO LOVE! Hitomeguri" will operate, taking you on a tour of autumn in Hokkaido 😊 This train, using JR Hokkaido's limited express cars "Lavender" and "Hamanasu" formations, will have JAL flight attendants, the "JAL Furusato Ambassadors" and "JAL Furusato Supporters" on board, providing various hospitality services such as original onboard announcements and window guides to enhance your travel experience ✨✨ Every year, we welcome tour guests at Obihiro Station 🎵 This year, we will hold a joint welcome event with Makubetsu Town, where the town's mascot character "Pao-kun" is also expected to join us in cheering 🎵 Among the tour options, there is a course that allows you to stay at the famous "Moor Hot Springs," known for its beautiful waters, so please enjoy the rich scenery and gourmet food of Tokachi 😍 If you see the "Hitomeguri" train along the line or at the station, please wave and support the creation of travel memories 🤗 May your journey through autumn Hokkaido become a wonderful page of memories for everyone ✨✨

Sticking out the tongue👅

Taken on September 23, 2026. This is the Aitai fortune slip from Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine.