📢Hokkaido Autumn Grand Harvest Festival Booth Announcement From October 2nd (Friday) to 3rd (Saturday), we will have a booth at the Hokkaido Autumn Grand Harvest Festival in Sapporo City! We will be selling Usapara-yaki at Akarenga Garden in Chūō Ward, Sapporo City. This grand harvest festival features 58 groups from various regions of Hokkaido! In addition to enjoying gourmet food, there will be a stamp rally, stage events, and experience zones planned. Let's eat, learn, and enjoy Hokkaido's food and agriculture! For more details about the event, please refer to the poster image. We look forward to seeing you all. 【Hokkaido Autumn Grand Harvest Festival】 Date and Time: October 2nd (Friday) from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM, October 3rd (Saturday) from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, October 4th (Sunday) from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM (Kimobetsucho will have a booth on the 2nd and 3rd) Location: Front Garden of the Former Hokkaido Government Office Building Organizer: Hokkaido

📢 The Shiribeshiyua Fair in Kimobetsu will be held in autumn 2026! On October 3rd (Saturday) and October 4th (Sunday), the Shiribeshiyua Fair in Kimobetsu will take place! Delicious offerings from the Dondon Market Tsujichikusan in Rusutsumura, such as grilled offal, along with cod roe and other seafood from Kaneto Suisan in Furubiracho, and rice flour taiyaki from Honma Seika in Kyowamachi will gather in Kimobetsu! Local organizations in Kimobetsu will also have various stalls featuring soba, udon, and mushroom soup. This year, a kitchen car festival will be held simultaneously, bringing together kitchen cars from both inside and outside the town! Additionally, as an attraction, we will host a potato stuffing event called "Jagaimo Tsumetsume" (limited quantity). For more details, please refer to the poster image. Let's enjoy the autumn flavors of the Shiribeshi region this weekend! Date: October 3rd (Saturday) to October 4th (Sunday) from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM Location: Yui Plaza, across from Village Station hotto kimobetsu.

🚢 Notice of Cruise Ship Arrival 🚢 The cruise ship "Westerdam" will be arriving in Kushiro! Passengers will disembark and enjoy sightseeing in Kushiro. We hope the local citizens will warmly welcome them with a friendly atmosphere 😊 As the ship departs, the band "HOBO." will perform to send them off 👋 We look forward to your participation! ✨ *Parking available for general visitors Date: Thursday, September 24, Year R8 Arrival: 7:00 AM Departure: 5:00 PM Location: Kushiro Port West No.4 Pier, East Quay Local product stalls will be open from around 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM (food trucks and miscellaneous goods will be available 🥪🥤) *Some stalls will open from 8:00 AM Send-off around 4:40 PM *Please note that the start time may vary depending on the departure time.

Taken on September 22, 2026. This is the TATSUMI Special from Udon Tatsu-mi. It features twice the amount of chicken tempura and pork in the TATSUMI Special.

Event Announcement📣 On Sunday, September 27th, the 23rd Shintoku New Soba Festival will be held! 😊 The highlight of the Shintoku New Soba Festival is the opportunity to enjoy the "four freshly prepared soba"—"freshly harvested," "freshly milled," "freshly made," and "freshly boiled!" At the "Soba Yatai Village," local soba shops and soba-making groups will gather 🎵 Each shop will offer fragrant new soba with their specially crafted dipping sauces and toppings✨✨ In addition to soba, you can also savor local specialties such as "Shintoku Chicken Grilled over Charcoal" and "Grilled Shiitake Mushrooms." After your meal, indulge in desserts like crepes made with buckwheat flour and rich soft serve ice cream, fully experiencing the flavors of Shintoku! 😍 Also, the festival's traditional "Wanko Soba Competition" will be held this year! 🎵 Teams of two (one eater and one server) will compete to see how many bowls they can eat in two minutes. 🔸Competition Time: Starts at 11:30 on the day 🔸How to Participate: Registration starts at 10:00 on the day *Registration takes about one hour, and participation as a pair is required. Solo participation is not allowed. If there are many applicants, a lottery will be held. Thank you for your understanding in advance. 🔸Categories: Parent-Child Pair (6 pairs; children must be elementary school age or younger) Adult Pair (12 pairs) This is a great opportunity to enjoy delicious new soba in a fun way! Why not team up with your child, friends, or family to participate? We look forward to seeing you all! 🤗 🔶Date: Sunday, September 27, 2026, from 10:00 to 14:00 *The event will proceed rain or shine 🔶Venue: Shintoku Town Health and Welfare Center "Nagomi" Front Parking Lot 🔶Parking Information ・Temporary Parking Lot 1 (for Asahikawa direction): Shintoku Sports Park Athletic Stadium (No shuttle bus) ・Temporary Parking Lot 2 (for Obihiro direction): Hokkaido Shintoku High School (Free shuttle bus available every 10 minutes) Shuttle Bus: (Parking Lot → Venue) First bus at 9:10, last bus at 14:20 (Venue → Parking Lot) First bus at 9:20, last bus at 14:30 ・Temporary Parking Lot 3 (for disabled persons): Behind Shintoku Town Hall (Limited spaces available) 🔶Contact: Shintoku New Soba Festival Executive Committee Office (Shintoku Town Commerce and Tourism Division) TEL: 0156-64-0522 https://www.shintoku-town.jp/sangyou_kankou/kankou/shinsoba/...

Taken on September 22, 2014. This is the annual safety fortune slip from Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. This year, I attracted human relationships that are not safe, so I prayed for good connections.

Taken on September 22, 2014. I visited Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. It was crowded due to the distribution time of the matchmaking talismans. The windmills were protected with nets to shield them from the typhoon the day before.

Event Announcement 📣 On September 27th (Sunday), the "2026 Onneto Story" adventure to enjoy with all five senses will take place in Ashoro Town 😊 This event allows you to refresh both your mind and body while surrounded by the pristine forests of Onneto 🎵 On the day, we will offer a variety of programs to fully enjoy the great outdoors‼ You can enjoy forest bathing on the trails of Onneto and learn about the mysteries hidden among the trees and the waterfalls in our "Nature Interaction Classroom," as well as participate in workshops to connect with wood alongside wood education masters 🎵 Additionally, this year, students from Hokkaido Ashoro High School will participate. They will host a "Quiz Rally" featuring the attractions of Onneto and Ashoro, and sell selected recommended products from Ashoro 😍 We kindly ask for your cooperation in completing a survey on the day. Moreover, in a one-day-only "Forest Art Museum" set up in the display space of the forest, you can view the entries and award-winning works from the 2025 Onneto Photo Contest ✨✨ We are also currently accepting submissions for the Onneto Photo Contest 😍 We are looking for seasonal landscape photos that allow you to feel the rich nature around Onneto. The submission deadline is October 31st (Saturday). Enjoy delicious local cuisine and listen to a pleasant forest concert, forgetting the busyness of everyday life as you spend a relaxing autumn day 🤗 🔶 Date: September 27, 2026 (Sunday) 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM (held in light rain) 🔶 Venue: Onneto National Camping Ground 🔶 Free shuttle bus service ・Departure 8:30 AM (Ashoro Roadside Station Ginga Hall 21) ・Return 2:00 PM (Onneto National Camping Ground) 🔶 Contact: Ashoro Tourism Association TEL: 0156-25-6131 https://www.town.ashoro.hokkaido.jp/kanko/news/2026/onneto_2026.html...

HARAJIRI CYCLE FES 2026 "CLEAN RIDE" ❚ September 27, 2026 The "HARAJIRI CYCLE FES 2026 CLEAN RIDE" will be held at Roadside Station Harajiri Falls in Ogata Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture. The international bicycle competition "Mynavi Tour de Kyushu 2026" will take place from October 9 to 12, with the Oita-Kumamoto stage starting from Bungoono City Hall on October 11 (Sunday). This event allows participants to ride part of the course while cleaning around the roadside station before the race. On the day of the event, registration and the opening ceremony will take place at Roadside Station Harajiri Falls, followed by cleaning and litter picking in the surrounding area. After that, participants will cycle from Harajiri Falls to Roadside Station Kiyokawa, which is part of the route that the competitors will take on October 11. Cleaning will also be conducted around Roadside Station Kiyokawa before returning to Harajiri Falls, making it a half-day event. Light refreshments will be provided at both roadside stations. Pre-registration is required to participate. The event is open to those aged middle school and above, with a limit of 20 participants. The deadline for registration is 5:00 PM on September 25 (Friday), and registration will close once the capacity is reached. We look forward to your participation so that everyone can enjoy the race in October. 【Date】 Sunday, September 27, 2026, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM (In case of inclement weather, it will be postponed to October 4 (Sunday)) 【Schedule】 8:00 AM Registration begins (Roadside Station Harajiri Falls) 8:30 AM Opening ceremony and cleaning and litter picking begins (Roadside Station Harajiri Falls) 9:30 AM Cycling (Harajiri Falls → Roadside Station Kiyokawa) 10:20 AM Cleaning and litter picking (Roadside Station Kiyokawa) 11:20 AM Cycling (Roadside Station Kiyokawa → Harajiri Falls) 12:00 PM Finish 【Meeting Place】 Roadside Station Harajiri Falls, near the wall with the Japanese serow 936-1 Harajiri, Ogata Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture 【Parking】 Available, please use the parking lot next to the double waterwheel 【Capacity】 First 20 participants, open to those aged middle school and above 【Registration Deadline】 September 25, 2026 (Friday) at 5:00 PM (registration will close once capacity is reached) 【Registration✍️】 Please use the QR code on the flyer ■■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 sightseeing in Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■

Makomo and Bamboo Autumn Festival in Hase District ❚ Held on September 27, 2026 The "Makomo and Bamboo Autumn Festival in Hase District" will take place in Inukai Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture. Makomo (the Japanese bulrush) is a perennial grass from the rice family, traditionally used for food, crafts, and rituals. The swollen part of its stem is called Makomodake and is edible. The Makomo displayed at the venue has been cultivated on previously abandoned farmland. Compared to rice cultivation, it requires less maintenance and is expected to purify water during its growth, leading to its adoption as a new crop in the region. On the day of the festival, there will be a harvest experience, as well as a moment to listen to the sounds of bamboo flutes. Local vendors will offer Hase Women's Association's Makomo chirashi sushi set and fermented juices. The harvest experience will start at 1 PM with on-site registration. The harvested Makomo can be taken home for cooking, while the leaves and stems can be dried for tea or bundled for shimenawa (a traditional rice straw rope). Enjoy a leisurely day in autumn Hase. 【Date】 September 27, 2026 (Sunday) 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM *Held in light rain; canceled in case of typhoon or severe weather 【Location】 Nagata-ni Promotion Council (former Hase Elementary School Grounds) 1298-3 Kuromatsu, Inukai Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture 【Experience】 Makomo Harvest Experience 【Food and Drink】 ・Makomo chirashi sushi set with Makomo tea (Hase Women's Association) ・Fermented juices *Nagomi Coffee (Inukai) *Hozuki (Oonomachi) *Haruna Kitchen (Mie Town) *Tao Organic Kitchen (Mie Town) 【Live Performances】 ・Harunayu & Junji Takaishi (Taketa City) ・Bamboo flute live performance (Aman Bamboo Flute Workshop) 【Sales】 ・Freshly harvested Makomo and Makomo tea ・Makomo shimekazari (decorative rice straw) ・Locally harvested vegetables ・Bamboo charcoal, bamboo chip compost, fermented bamboo powder ▶ For inquiries about the event Phone: 097-579-7172 ■■Access from Fukuoka Prefecture and Kumamoto Prefecture to the center of Bungoono City■■■ 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 sightseeing in Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■

Taken on September 5th, 26. This is the flower water basin at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine. Today is my birthday. I'm exploring Kawagoe.

Photographed on September 5, 2014. This is the flower water at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Taken on September 7, 2014. This is the flower water offering at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Event Announcement📣 On Sunday, October 4th, the 53rd Ikeda Town Autumn Wine Festival will be held! 😄 This event celebrates the harvest of grapes and the making of wine, giving thanks for the autumn bounty. 🍇 One of the highlights of the event is the all-you-can-drink selection of unique Tokachi wines, including the internationally recognized red wine variety "Yamakou." 🎵 For those who do not drink alcohol or for children, grape juice will be available. Additionally, the festival's specialty is the impressive "Whole Roasted Beef," which is slow-cooked for about 10 hours!‼ The fragrant, roasted Hokkaido beef is a special gourmet experience you can only enjoy here. 🍴 Other delicious options include grilled Hokkaido beef, hamburgers, and sausages, all perfect for pairing with wine. 🎵 A special day to enjoy the blessings of autumn. 🎀 Come and enjoy the "Autumn Blessings" with your family and friends! 🤗 🔶Date and Time: Sunday, October 4, 2026, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM *Last entry: 1:30 PM (Rain or shine) 🔶Venue: Event Square next to Ikeda Wine Castle 🔶Admission: Adults: 6,000 yen, Middle and High School Students: 2,000 yen, Elementary School Students and Preschoolers: Free *Town resident discount ticket: 3,000 yen Tickets are currently on sale! 😍 🔷Ticket Outlets ・Ikeda Town Tourism Association (inside Ikeda Town Hall) ・Ikeda Wine Castle (General Incorporated Association) ・Tokachi Tourism Federation (Obihiro Station Esta East Building 2F) ・Obihiro City Civic Cultural Hall ・Roadside Station Otofuke Natsuzora no Furusato ・Coach and Four Kushiro Store ・Lawson Ticket (L Code: L11003) ・Seven Ticket (Seven Code: 116-499) ・Doshin Play Guide (Secoma Code: D26100405) 🔷Contact: Ikeda Town Tourism Association TEL: 015-572-2286 https://kankou-ikeda.com//

Local hotel staff wholeheartedly recommend! We propose a sophisticated adult trip to Kushiro, based at the Kushiro Prince Hotel. About an hour and a half from Haneda Airport. Direct bus access from Tancho Kushiro Airport! With its excellent location in the city center, the Kushiro Prince Hotel allows you to enjoy a comfortable hotel stay while smartly experiencing the great nature and breathtaking views of Kushiro. Why not spend some time in nature, freeing your senses? Follow us to check out the latest updates from 📍 Kushiro Prince Hotel!✨ https://www.instagram.com/kushiroprincehotel/...

The "Unkai" that occurs in the early morning due to the exquisite balance of caldera topography and the weather conditions in Eastern Hokkaido. You can enjoy it with explanations from a professional guide at the dedicated space for guided tours, the "Tsubetsu Pass Viewpoint Facility." Why not wake up a little early and experience a special morning in Kussharo that will remain a memorable part of your journey? For more details, please visit the official website via the link in the profile. 📍Kussharo Prince Hotel https://www.instagram.com/kussharo_ph/...

Photographed on September 19, 26. This is the flower water basin at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

September 8 2-1-30 Kitakawaramachi, Sakai Ward, Sakai City, Osaka Prefecture A sacred place that connects Kobukuro with their fans. A takeout specialty store filled with passion Kobukuro will celebrate their 25th anniversary in 2024. The store "September 8" was opened by member Shunsuke Kuroda, expressing gratitude to fans and giving back to his hometown of Sakai. Located in Sakai Ginza Shopping Street. This is precisely the place where the duo sang during their street days. The store name is derived from their formation anniversary, and inside, there is a space featuring artwork from their album "QUARTER CENTURY," released to commemorate the 25th anniversary, making it a must-visit "sacred place" for fans. The main menu item is the exquisite "Yakiniku Sandwich," created in collaboration with the extremely popular Sakai restaurant "Yakiniku Osamu-chan" and the long-established "Tezukayama Poire," founded in 1969. Tender meat grilled to perfection is coated with a secret sauce and sandwiched between soft "Takumi Bread". Kuroda himself participated in creating the menu, perfecting the flavor through trial and error. You can also choose a spicy version if you like, and there will be limited-time toppings available as well. Additionally, the coffee is made from carefully selected beans, so it's a great idea to enjoy it as a set.

Sumiyoshi Taisha Sumiyoshi 2-chome 9-89, Sumiyoshi Ward, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture The parking lot is spacious and very accessible. It is paid parking. This shrine is said to bring many blessings, focusing on prosperity in business, safety at home, warding off evil, and safe voyages, as well as matchmaking and easy childbirth. It is the strongest power spot in Osaka. It is a famous bridge known as Taiko Bridge. Crossing it is said to purify and enhance one's fortune... It is known for its ancient Japanese shrine architectural style called Sumiyoshi-zukuri. Pet the Sumiyoshi Shrine's Sacred Rabbit (Nade Usagi) to pray for good health. Finally, here is the Jade Nade Usagi located in front of the Fourth Main Shrine of Sumiyoshi Taisha. Since the day when the deity Sumiyoshi was enshrined in this place is said to be the year of the Rabbit, in the month of April, on the day of the Rabbit, the rabbit is regarded as a divine messenger at Sumiyoshi Taisha.

Photographed on September 19, 2014. This is the flower water basin at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Taken on September 19, 26. This is the flower water at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Event Announcement📣 From September 19th to September 27th, we will hold the autumn challenge "Weight Guessing Contest for Shiitake Mushroom Harvest" at Takutetsu Kinokotan in Shintoku Town😊 Guess the weight of the shiitake mushrooms you harvest, and if you get it exactly right down to the gram (1g unit)...... You will receive the weight in mushrooms for free‼️ Even if you miss, you have a chance to get 10% off if you are within 10% of the correct weight🎵 During the event in July, there were participants who won the exact prize😍 Additionally, we have a small gift prepared for those who visit us in September🎁 We encourage you to take this opportunity to enjoy a fun and delicious shiitake mushroom harvest🤗 We are also hosting "Create Your Own Mushroom Fairy!" at the same time. You can paint a wooden mushroom shape, draw a face, and create your original mushroom fairy. All participants will receive a fairy certification. (Fee: 3 wooden shiitake mushrooms for 500 yen, tax included) 🔶Date: September 19th, 2026 - September 27th, 2026 (Note: September 24th (Thursday) and September 25th (Friday) are substitute store holidays) 🔶Venue: Takutetsu Kinokotan 🔶Contact: Takutetsu Kinokotan TEL: 0156-67-9105 (10:00 AM - 3:30 PM) (Note: Closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays) https://t-kinokotan.com//

On September 13, 2026, the "Ono River SUP Geo Tour: Following the River Town from Inukai Port" was held in Mie Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture. This experiential tour allowed participants to paddle down the Ono River on stand-up paddleboards (SUP), tracing the river and town from the water. On that day, participants not only enjoyed the beauty of nature but also learned about the risks hidden in the river and the knowledge needed to enjoy it safely, while feeling the historical landscapes of the river and region, including the "Inukai Port Ruins." There will be more unique geo-park experience events in the future. For those who couldn't participate this time, we hope you will join us next time. ■■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 sightseeing spots in Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture, Kyushu ■■■■■■■■■■■■

I'm taking a break.☕️ I love sitting where I can see the tourist information center. I'm having an oat milk latte and a chestnut pound cake.🌰

Autumn winds blow at Komu. The display inside the Forest Art Museum "Komu" has been updated! 🍁Limited Time Only🌝Autumn Festival Version🍁 The shrine festival in Nishiokoppe Village has ended, but you can still feel the festive atmosphere at Komu. You can see the lion dance opening and closing its mouth, and carry Setoushi-kun's portable shrine. The food stalls that have been on display since summer are still here, so we hope you enjoy them together. You can also spot some autumn plants like pampas grass and Chinese lanterns on display.👀 ▶ About Next Week's Opening Schedule ◀ Normally, we are closed every Tuesday, but on the 22nd (Tuesday) and 23rd (Wednesday), we will be open due to the holiday! Instead, we will be closed on the 24th (Thursday), so please be careful not to make a mistake. Have a great holiday!👋 #Nishiokoppe Village #Komu #Autumn #Festival #Closed Days

Taken on September 12, 2026. This is the flower water basin at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Taken on September 12, 2014. This is the flower water offering at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Event Announcement📣 On September 19th (Saturday), the "8th Shihoro Potato Festival" will be held at Roadside Station Pia 21 Shihoro😊 Join us for a day filled with potatoes brought to you by Shihorocho, the "Potato Town"! 🎵🥔🥔 Enjoy the popular "Potato Packing Challenge," a lottery with guaranteed potato-related prizes, and the much-loved "Unique Potato Championship!" featuring quirky shapes of potatoes that are not up to standard. There are plenty of activities for both adults and children to enjoy!😍 Additionally, local shops will offer special menus featuring potatoes, a variety of curry dishes, and the event-exclusive flavor of "Hokkaido Golden Fried Potatoes" from Cafe Kanichi, along with limited-edition potato sweets, allowing you to savor potatoes all day long. We invite you to experience the delicious and fun festival packed with the charm of potatoes! 🤗 🔶 Date: September 19, 2026, 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM 🔶 Venue: Roadside Station Pia 21 Shihoro 🔶 Contact: Roadside Station Pia 21 Shihoro TEL: 01564-5-3940 https://pia21shihoro.jp//

The 2024 "Teshikaga Tourism School" will be held! Opening the future of tourism from Teshikaga, Hokkaido! The 20th Teshikaga Tourism School, titled "Connecting to the Future: The Vision of Teshikaga," will take place over two days from Saturday, November 7 to Sunday, November 8, 2026📝 Of course, the venue will be Kawayu Onsen♨️. This memorable 20th edition of the tourism school welcomes everyone to participate, including those from outside Teshikagacho. For more details, please check out "Teshikaga Navi"✨

Thank you very much for using the "Donpaku Dinner Buffet" this year with so many guests. Enjoying the buffet on the top floor restaurant and the fireworks lighting up the night sky. We are grateful to have shared this special night with all of you. We will prepare to deliver even more wonderful moments next year. Whether you experienced it this year or missed it, look forward to next year's event…🎆 Follow us to check the latest information from 📍Kushiro Prince Hotel!✨ https://www.instagram.com/kushiroprincehotel/...