On Saturday, October 3, 2026, the Bungo Inukai Fireworks Festival 2026 was held at Ono River Riverside Park in Inukai Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture. The venue was lively with food stalls, creating a festive atmosphere as everyone awaited the fireworks. At 7:20 PM, approximately 3,000 fireworks lit up the night sky of Inukai, known as the birthplace of Bungo fireworks. Cheers erupted from the audience as they watched the fireworks up close. ■■Access to the center of Bungoono City from Fukuoka Prefecture and Kumamoto Prefecture■■■ About 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture. About 2 hours by car from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture. About 1 hour and 20 minutes by car from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture. About 1 hour and 20 minutes by car from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture. ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Introducing recommended spots for tourism in Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture, Kyushu. ■■■■■■■■■■■■

Photographed on October 19, 25. It’s the second day of the Kawagoe Festival. The mirror lion float has returned to Hon-Kawagoe Station. This year, 26 floats will parade, so I’m looking forward to it.

🎪Wakasa Mihama "Town Travel" Expo will be held🎪 During this period, residents of Mihama Town in Fukui Prefecture will serve as "navigators" and host special programs just for this event✨ This is not just a journey to visit tourist facilities. It is a unique experience created by the locals who love their town, featuring special journeys that are not introduced anywhere else‼️ From cooking breakfast in a traditional stove to regattas on the lake, walking through the villages of the Kitamaebune, and trap hunting with hunters. We have prepared a total of 11 programs where you can meet the proud places and people of Mihama🫡 🗒️Program List 01｜ Experience Cooking Breakfast in a Traditional Stove A meal prepared with only local ingredients in the dirt floor of Deer Park Date: Monday, October 26, 2026 Duration: 2 hours (Gathering at 7:00 AM - Dismissal at 9:00 AM) Participation Fee: 3,000 yen per person (tax included) Location: Shinjō, Mihama Town (Nature Experience Center, Deer Park) Capacity: 10 people 02｜ Rainbow Line Night Tour Stargazing at the first parking lot, specially opened at night Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026 Duration: 2 hours and 30 minutes (Check-in at 5:30 PM - Dismissal at 8:00 PM) Participation Fee: 5,500 yen per person (tax included) Location: Mihama Town (Gathering at Mihama Town Hall - Rainbow Line) Capacity: 15 people 03｜ Private Night Cruise DJ record event limited to the same generation With a tasting of Hayaseura Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026 Duration: 2 hours (Check-in at 5:30 PM - Dismissal at 7:30 PM, including 90 minutes of boarding) Participation Fee: 7,000 yen per person (tax included) Location: Mihama Town (Mikata Five Lakes Nature Cruises Lake Center, around Lake Kukuriko) Capacity: 20 people 04｜ Cycling Tour of About 35 km from Nyu to Sugahama With a special opening lunch of local fish at Bentenzaki Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026 Duration: 5 hours and 30 minutes (Gathering at 9:30 AM - Dismissal at 3:00 PM) Participation Fee: 7,000 yen per person (including electric bicycle rental), 5,500 yen per person (if bringing your own bicycle) Location: Mihama Town (Departing from JR Mihama Station, covering Nyu, Sugahama, and Sagaki) Capacity: 12 people 05｜ Morning Regatta Experience and Onigiri on the Lake Mihama-style morning activity Date: Sunday, November 8, 2026 Duration: 3 hours (Check-in at 7:00 AM - Dismissal at 10:00 AM) Participation Fee: 4,000 yen per person (tax included) Location: Kukuriko, Mihama Town (Mihama Town B&G Marine Center - Lake Kukuriko) Capacity: 15 people (5 people per crew x 3) / Applications are accepted in units of 5 people (1 crew) 06｜ Sea Glass Collecting and Craft Making An afternoon watching the sunset over the Sea of Japan Date: Sunday, November 8, 2026 Duration: 3 hours and 30 minutes (Check-in at 2:00 PM - Dismissal at 5:30 PM) Participation Fee: 2,000 yen per person (tax included) Location: Takenami, Mihama Town (Takenami Disaster Prevention Center - Takenami Beach) Capacity: 20 people 07｜ Gourmet BBQ with Only Mihama Produce and Stargazing Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026 Duration: 3 hours (Gathering at 5:30 PM - Dismissal at 8:30 PM) Participation Fee: 7,500 yen per person (including alcohol), 5,500 yen per person (soft drinks only) Location: Shinjō, Mihama Town (Kumotani) (Kumotani Life Improvement Center) Capacity: 30 people 08｜ Walking Tour of the Kitamaebune Shipowner Village, a Japanese Heritage Site Special opening of portable shrines and floats, with a sake lees lunch Date: Thursday, November 19, 2026 Duration: 3 hours (Gathering at 10:00 AM - Dismissal at 1:00 PM) Participation Fee: 6,500 yen per person (tax included) Location: Hayase, Mihama Town (Hayase Fishing Port, Hiyoshi Shrine, Zuirinji, Nuno-e Museum, Ao-kai Cafeteria) Capacity: 10 people 09｜ Experience Making Shimekazari Take home New Year's decorations purified at the Grand Festival Date: Monday, November 23, 2026 (Holiday) Duration: 2 hours and 30 minutes (Gathering at 9:00 AM - Dismissal at 11:30 AM) Participation Fee: 3,000 yen per person (tax included) Location: Miyashiro, Mihama Town (Mimi Shrine) Capacity: 8 people 10｜ Experience Trap Hunting with Hunters Includes a tour of the butchering process and a game barbecue Date: Saturday, November 28, 2026 Duration: About 3 to 4 hours (Gathering at 9:00 AM - Dismissal sequentially after 12:00 PM, including barbecue) Participation Fee: 8,000 yen per person (tax included) Location: Shinjō, Mihama Town (BON1029, nearby mountains, and the valley) Capacity: 10 people 11｜ Experience Making Dried Persimmons From persimmon picking to making persimmon jelly Date: Saturday, November 28, 2026 Duration: 2 hours and 30 minutes (Gathering at 1:00 PM - Dismissal at 3:30 PM) Participation Fee: 2,000 yen per group (up to 3 people) (tax included) Location: Sagaki, Mihama Town (Kuniyoshi Kaikan - Persimmon fields in Sagaki) Capacity: 20 groups ▼For details and reservations, click here https://wakasa-mihama.jp/machitabi/... Or, From the link in the profile or DM ▼Contact Mihama Town Tourism Promotion Division TEL 0770-32-6705 Organized by: Mihama Town

Photographed on October 19, 25. It's the second day of the Kawagoe Festival. This is the float from Rokkenmachi and Sanbasō.

Event Announcement 📣 On Sunday, October 11th, the 71st Iwanai Sankyo Momiji Festival will take place! 😊 Enjoy beautiful autumn leaves along with local gourmet food and a variety of performances! 🎵 The stage will feature vibrant YOSAKOI Soran by Mikoto, a karaoke contest, and a glamorous singing show with Hitomi Nakamura! ✨✨ Additionally, you can enjoy the "Mountain Delicacies Bingo Tournament" and the "Vegetable Weight Guessing Quiz"! 😍 Other attractions include a "Vegetable Grab (500 yen per attempt)" and a variety of local specialty products for sale, along with many food trucks! In the autumn delicacies corner, we will serve our famous pork bowl, grilled chicken, and Genghis Khan! (※Paid grilling stations and charcoal will be available.) Let's experience the fruitful autumn in the beautiful nature of Iwanai Sankyo! 🤗🍁 🔷On the day of the event, a reservation-based shuttle bus will operate! 🚌 As a special benefit, customers who make reservations will receive a bingo card for the Mountain Delicacies Bingo Tournament and a set of local vegetables!‼ ・Outbound: Departing from Obihiro Station Bus Terminal at 9:20 AM ・Return: Departing from Iwanai Sankyo at 2:25 PM ・Fare: Round trip 3,000 yen (half price for children) You can board from Tokachi Bus Headquarters, Sanjo High School, Shirogane Dori 19, and Shirogane Dori 16 stops. ※Please note that the Obihiro City Senior Free Ride Certificate and One Coin Pass cannot be used. ※In case of rain, times and locations may change, so please inquire for details. For bus reservations and inquiries, call: 0155-23-5171 🔶Date and Time: Sunday, October 11, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM (tentative) 🔶Venue: Iwanai Sankyo ※In case of rain, the opening ceremony and singing show will be held at the Kawanishi Agricultural Training Center starting at 12:00 PM. 🔶Inquiries: TEL 0155-22-8600 https://www.city.obihiro.hokkaido.jp/tourism/matsuri/1005852.html...

Photographed on October 19, 25. It is the second day of the Kawagoe Festival. This is the parade of the Iemitsu Tokugawa float from Shintomi 1-chome and the Iemitsu Tokugawa float from Shintomi-cho 2-chome.

The construction of Harris Trail has been completed, and it is now open for passage✨! We apologize for any inconvenience caused during the construction period due to the road closure. Thank you to everyone who has been waiting😌 It's perfect for evening strolls, so please give it a walk🌅🍂

Photographed on October 19, 2025. It's the second day of the Kawagoe Festival. These are the floats from Motomachi 2-chome and Sanno.

Photographed on October 19, 2025. It’s the second day of the Kawagoe Festival. The floats from Shintomi-cho 2-chome featuring the Kagami Shishi (Mirror Lion Dance) and the floats from Motomachi 2-chome featuring Sanno are being pulled together.

Standing in the middle of the breathtaking red carpet of Hitachi Seaside Park, this scene felt almost unreal to me. Thousands of vibrant red Kochia bushes stretch across the landscape like a vast crimson ocean, with little touches of green and golden brown creating a beautiful natural texture. What caught my eye most was the single girl walking quietly among the red bushes. Surrounded by such an enormous sea of color, she looked so small and peaceful, almost as if she were part of the landscape itself. Her solitary presence gave the photograph a sense of calm, loneliness, and poetry. I took this photograph myself, and capturing this moment was deeply emotional for me. I remember being completely absorbed by the beauty in front of me—the endless red, the gentle pathways, and that one solitary figure moving through the flowers. For a moment, everything felt still, and I felt incredibly lucky to witness and preserve such a beautiful scene.

Azumino is a treasure trove of "Dosojin" Standing as the village's guardian deity, they can be found at the center of the village, along roads, and at crossroads Created with hopes for abundant harvests, good health, prosperity for descendants, and prevention of evil spirits and diseases Why not rent a bicycle and explore the picturesque countryside? 😄

The studio of metal sculptor Daido Nakajima in Azumino✨ The presence of the gigantic animals made of stainless steel is astounding…❗️ The sculptural beauty shines in the light, embodying a sense of dynamism within its heaviness. The collaboration of the rich natural scenery of Azumino and the powerful metal art is breathtaking! 😆 *We are visiting and photographing with special permission.

On a clear day in Azumino, the towering Mt. Jonen stands majestically at the end of an endless road. Traveling this path makes you feel grateful for coming to Azumino. The refreshing feeling is beyond what photos can convey. This view is from near Jōnen Dōsojin. 😄

At the National Alps Azumino Park, 130,000 cosmos flowers are in full bloom in the Rural Culture Zone of Horigane and Hotaka District 🌸 Cosmos, a symbol of autumn, can be enjoyed here with popular varieties like "Double Click" and "Seashell" in a 3,300 m² flower bed 😄 ◇Location: Rural Culture Zone, Terraced Fields Flower Bed ◇Scale: 11 varieties, 130,000 flowers, 3,300 m² ◇Best Viewing Period: Late September to Late October

The flower fields blooming at Alps Azumino National Government Park Horigane-Hotaka District😀 The 2026 Autumn Flower Garden is currently being held🌸 Featuring five varieties of flowers, including salvia and gomphrena, in the autumn flower bed❗️ ◇Location: Den'en Bunka Zone Hotaka-guchi Flower Bed ◇Planting scale: 30,000 plants, 2,000㎡ ◇Planting varieties: Salvia, Blue Salvia, Gomphrena, Kochia, Lemon Bright ◇Best viewing period: Late September to mid-October We hope you visit!

Taken on October 19, 2025. It's the second day of the Kawagoe Festival. The floats from Wakitamachi featuring Ieyasu and the float from Shintomi-cho 2-chome showcasing the Kagami Shishi (Mirror Lion Dance).

Photographed on October 19, 25. It's the second day of the Kawagoe Festival. The floats from Nakaharacho featuring Kawagoe Taro Shigeyori, the float from Shintomi-cho 2-chome showcasing Kagami Shishi (Mirror Lion Dance), and the float from Wakitamachi representing Ieyasu are parading.

Photographed on October 19, 2025. It is the second day of the Kawagoe Festival. The floats from Wakitamachi featuring Ieyasu, the float from Otemachi featuring Uzume, and the float from Kishimachi 2-chome featuring Konohanasakuya-hime are being pulled together.

Photographed on October 19, 2025. It's the second day of the Kawagoe Festival. This is the float from Nakaharacho, featuring Kawagoe Taro Shigeyori, and the float from Shintomi-cho 2-chome, showcasing the Kagami Shishi (Mirror Lion Dance).

Notice for Bicycle Rentals 📣 Cycling in Toyokorocho offers a variety of courses, from routes that run through the Tokachi Plain to serene hilly areas and expansive coastlines. 😊 Additionally, the Ōtsu District, located at the mouth of the Tokachi River, is known as the "birthplace of Tokachi" and is rich in history. Surrounded by abundant waters such as Yudo Swamp, Lake Chobushi, the Tokachi River, and Otsu Coast, you might even encounter some wild birds. 🚲 For detailed courses, please refer to the "Toyokorocho Cycling Map" available on the Toyokorocho tourism website. Enjoy comfortable cycling while feeling the pleasant autumn breeze! 🤗 🔶Rental Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM 🔶Closed: Tuesdays 🔶Rental Fees ・Cross Bike: 2,000 yen for up to 4 hours / 4,000 yen for up to 8 hours / Extension fee (per hour) 500 yen ・MTB (Electric Assist): 4,000 yen for up to 4 hours / 8,000 yen for up to 8 hours / Extension fee (per hour) 1,000 yen *For long-term rentals, please consult us. 🔶Options ・Drop-off Fee: From 1,000 yen (Toyokoro Station, Toyokoro Bussan Chokubai-sho, Obihiro Station, etc.) Consultation required. ・On-site Rental: 1,000 yen × Number of days 🔶User Guide ・Application: Please fill out the application form with the required information and present an identification document (driver's license, student ID, passport, etc.). ・Reservation: Reservations can be made via phone, fax, or email until 5:00 PM the day before business. *If you do not receive a reply from us via email, your reservation has not been confirmed. For urgent matters, please call us directly to make a reservation. *Please send your driver's license or similar documents in advance via fax or email. ・Age Requirement: If customers under 18 are using the service alone, a guardian's consent form is required. ・Cancellation: Cancellations are accepted by phone only. ・Cancellation Fees: Free up to 2 days before. 50% of the rental fee for the day before. 100% of the rental fee for the same day or no notice. 🔶Contact: Kokoroco Co., Ltd. TEL: 015-578-7202 https://www.toyokoro.jp/site/kanko/4744.html...

Photographed on October 19, 26. It's the second day of the Kawagoe Festival. This is the Hon-Kawagoe PePe, which has closed, along with the Kagami Shishi (Mirror Lion Dance) float.

Kendama is always fun to try together, and it’s harder than it looks! At first, many school-age children say, “It’s difficult!” and can’t get the ball into the cup. But they keep trying and practicing. And when they finally do it, their faces light up with a big smile. 😊 It’s always fun to watch them keep trying until they get it. This is one of the simple traditional Japanese games families can enjoy at AriHana Kyoto.

It feels like I'm being drawn into those beautiful eyes. 👀

Taken on October 19, 2025. This is the evening of the second day of the Kawagoe Festival.

Taken on October 19, 2025. It's the second day of the Kawagoe Festival.

There are two weeks left until the Kawagoe Festival.

Harajiri Falls Boat Tour ❚ October 10-12, 2026 The Harajiri Falls Boat Tour will be held at Harajiri Falls in Ogata Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture. This experiential event allows you to enjoy the beauty of Harajiri Falls, known as the Niagara of the East, up close on a raft boat. The view from near the waterfall offers a different perspective, showcasing an impressive sight that you don't usually get to see. For those who want to enjoy the splashes of water, the Adventure Course is recommended, while those who prefer a leisurely experience can opt for the Scenic Course. Enjoy this special experience for just three days in autumn in Bungoono! 【Date】 From Saturday, October 10 to Monday, October 12, 2026 Each day from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM (held every 30 minutes) *On the 11th only, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM 【Location】 Harajiri Falls (410 Harajiri, Ogata Town, Bungoono City) *Please arrive at the stairs leading down to the falls 30 minutes before your reservation 【Courses】 ① Adventure Course (approximately 30 minutes) ¥4,000 per person *You will get soaked Please bring a change of clothes, shoes that can get wet, and a towel A simple changing room will be provided ② Scenic Course (approximately 15 minutes) ¥3,000 per person *You will get a little wet from the splashes ■Application Please apply via the QR code on the flyer ■Other Information The event may be canceled due to weather conditions or river flooding. If there is availability on the day, we can accommodate you without a reservation. Reservations for other activities are also being accepted (please check the application form above for details). ■Inquiries about the event Moonbridge Co., Ltd. × SOUTH WAVE (Contact: Ono) TEL: 090-6896-5296 ■■Access from Fukuoka Prefecture and Kumamoto Prefecture to the center of Bungoono City■■■ Approximately 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture Approximately 2 hours by car from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture Approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes by car from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture Approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes by car from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Introducing recommended spots for tourism in Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture, Kyushu ■■■■■■■■■■■■

I'm relaxing while looking at the Kawagoe Station Tourist Information Center. It's a pumpkin soup cappuccino and a sandwich with two types of chocolate and butter Starbucks baguette.

"A day connecting with the sea, food, and people of Amakusa and Reihoku while being in Fukuoka.🐟✨" "I dream of rural living, but moving suddenly feels like a high hurdle..." "I want to enjoy delicious local products and VR experiences from Amakusa and Reihoku while shopping on my day off!" An event perfect for those individuals is coming to Hakata Ekimae Plaza! On the holiday of Sports Day, the "Amakusa Reihoku Two-Region Living Fair" will be held at Hakata Ekimae Plaza! Before "living," let's start with "knowing" about Amakusa and Reihoku. With a distance of just about an hour by plane from Fukuoka, we propose a lifestyle that offers "another hometown"! At the venue (Hakata Ekimae Plaza), we will have four experiences that you can enjoy while shopping or traveling!👇 ①【Sunshine Marche】 A "treasure chest of food" featuring the proud agricultural products and specialties from Amakusa and Reihoku all gathered together! You can directly take home the blessings of the sea and land! ②【Two-Region Living Consultation】 Local revitalization cooperation team members living in Reihokumachi will guide you through the real charms and lifestyle. Feel free to consult! ③【Metaverse Reihoku Trip (VR Experience)】 Put on VR goggles and take a 360-degree virtual trip to the beautiful seas and streets of Amakusa and Reihoku while being in Hakata! ④【PR Talk Event & Giveaway Project】 A fun talk event to learn about the charms of Reihokumachi! You might also get a chance to receive wonderful gifts!🎁 Whether you're planning to shop at Hakata Station or are interested in dual-location living or moving, please come visit the Reihokumachi booth! 🗓Event Overview 〇Event Name: Amakusa Reihoku Two-Region Living Fair in Fukuoka 〇Date: Monday, October 12, 2026, 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM 〇Venue: Hakata Ekimae Plaza, Vibrant Exchange Space (Small Event Space) 〇Participation Fee: Free 〇Organizer: Kumamoto Prefecture, Amakusa District, Reihokumachi 〇Planning and Management: Paralabo Co., Ltd. 〇Cooperation: Amakusa Reihoku Tourism Association (General Incorporated Association)

Taken on September 30, 2026. This is the café latte from CAFE ANDON and a marmalade cinnamon crumble tart.