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Kyowa Town, Hokkaido
Mar. 12, 2025
Hello 😃🖐 This is the Kyowa-cho Tourism Association! [Notice: Recruitment of entrants for the Kyowa Fureai Farm] The long-running “Fureai Farm” in Kyowa-cho will be held again in Reiwa 7, following last year’s event 👏 We are now recruiting entrants. If you’re interested, why not join with your family or friends? 😆 For details, please see the Kyowa-cho website! We will also post updates on crop growth and farm experience activities on our official Instagram account, so please follow us. 🙇 Official account @fureainoen_kyowa [Contact] Kyowa Fureai Farm Council Secretariat Kyowa-cho Industry Division, Commerce and Tourism Section, Commerce and Tourism Unit TEL 0135-67-8778 FAX 0135-73-2577
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Nagano Azumino Tourist Association
Feb. 13, 2025
＊＊＊Handmade Miso Experience 2025＊＊＊ ～Mixing Koji and Salt, Crushing Beans, and Preparation～ We offer a Shinshu-style, country miso-making experience using 100% locally produced soybeans grown in Azumino. The taste of miso you make yourself is exceptional! Why not take this opportunity to enjoy a handmade miso experience? Around late autumn, 3 kg will be delivered by courier. The work will take about 2 hours. 【Date】 February 22, 2025 (Saturday), limited to one day 【Time】 13:00 Meet at Village Azumino (scheduled to end around 16:00) *The end time may vary depending on the progress of the work. 【Fee】 4,500 yen (same for adults and children, per person/tax included) (Includes experience fee, insurance, 3kg of miso & delivery fee) *Includes a free day-trip bathing privilege (limited to the day of the experience) 【Target】 Anyone (children of elementary school age and younger must be accompanied by a guardian) 【Capacity】 10 people, reservations accepted from 1 person *Reservations will be closed as soon as the capacity is reached. 【What to bring】 Clothes that can get dirty and are suitable for work, kitchen gloves, sneakers, apron, bandana or other item to cover hair 【Reservation】 Advance reservation required, online payment 【Other】 ■Additional miso orders can be placed for 700 yen (tax included) per 1kg. Please apply on-site on the day. ■The experience will be a joint activity with customers who have applied for the "Miso Making Experience Included Accommodation Plan" at the experience location, Village Azumino. ■The free day-trip bathing privilege is limited to the day of the experience. Please speak to a staff member when bathing. Click here to make a reservation ↓ https://reserve.489ban.net/client/azumino-e-tabi/0/detail/688415...
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Nagano Azumino Tourist Association
Sep. 30, 2024
A refreshing morning in Azumino Most of the rice has already been harvested, but some paddies still bear ears of rice, perhaps because of the variety In the distance, Mt. Jii-ga-take and Mt. Kashimayari rise tall
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Nagano Azumino Tourist Association
Sep. 9, 2024
Limited to this summer! “Azumino Summer Vegetable Curry” An original curry made with fresh, delicious summer vegetables from Azumino! Available at 13 local restaurants This project aims to introduce the summer vegetables grown locally to many people from both inside and outside the city Each restaurant adds its own twist—lightly frying or simmering pumpkins, eggplants, zucchini, tomatoes, and more You’ll find a wide variety of dishes, from curry rice to pasta and curry ramen A rich lineup of menu options awaits! Serving period: Until Monday, September 30, 2024 *Please note that this may change depending on each restaurant’s circumstances
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Nagasaki Saikai City Tourism Association
Sep. 4, 2024
Hello to everyone watching Cool Japan Video!! This is the Saikai City Tourism Association. Saikai City, Nagasaki Prefecture, sits in the northern part of the Nishisonogi Peninsula, roughly halfway between Nagasaki City and Sasebo City. It’s a place where you can feel rich nature and history. The city is bordered on three sides by the Goto-nada Sea, Sasebo Bay, and Omura Bay, and most of the area consists of complex ria coastlines. Saikai City is surrounded by a beautiful coastline and abundant nature, making it an attractive destination for visitors. We will introduce recommended information about Saikai City, Nagasaki Prefecture, on Cool Japan Video, so please enjoy. ◇◇◇ Access to Saikai City, Nagasaki Prefecture There is no train network in Saikai City, so you can reach it by car or bus. ◇ Access by car from Nagasaki city center It takes about one hour to drive from Nagasaki city to Saikai City. Use the Nagasaki Expressway and follow the Saikai Pearl Line to reach the city. This route offers a scenic drive along the beautiful coastline. ◇ Bus access from Nagasaki Station From Nagasaki Station, take Nagasaki Bus or Saikai Kotsu to Saikai City Hall; the trip takes about 1 hour 35 minutes. ◇ Bus access from Sasebo Station Take Saihi Bus to Saikai Bridge West Exit; the ride takes about 50 minutes. ◇◇◇ About Saikai City, Nagasaki Prefecture The population is about 25,000 people (as of 2024), and the area is characterized by a rich lifestyle lived in harmony with nature. Agriculture and fishing thrive here, and you can enjoy fresh local produce. Saikai City is especially known as a mandarin orange producing area, harvesting many crops thanks to its warm climate and fertile soil. ◇◇◇ History of Saikai City, Nagasaki Prefecture The western part of the Nishisonogi Peninsula and nearby islands prospered as whaling bases from the 1630s. From the Meiji era onward, coal mining began and the area enjoyed great prosperity. Later, in 2005, the five towns of Seihi, Ooshimacho, Saikai, Oseto, and Sakito merged to form the present Saikai City. ◇◇◇ Popular sightseeing spots in Saikai City, Nagasaki Prefecture Saikai City has many popular attractions. Here are some of them. ◇ Nagao Castle Ruins Observatory From the observation deck you can take in the islands of the Goto-nada Sea, and the fiery red sunset sinking into the sea is breathtakingly beautiful. It’s a popular spot for spectacular photos. ◇ Hachiningatake Park This park sits on the central ridge of the Nishisonogi Peninsula, and the lookout at the summit offers panoramic views of Omura Bay. The distant sea and mountains show different faces each season. ◇ The smallest park in Japan On Matsushima, floating off the west side of the Nishisonogi Peninsula in the Goto-nada Sea, there is “the smallest park in Japan,” with a natural wooden bench and a single palm-like shuro tree. From the park you can gaze across the open ocean. ◇ Sakito Seaside Park Sakito Seaside Park features clear waters and white sandy beaches. With toilets and showers available, it’s a recommended spot for summer visitors. ◇ Nanatsugama Cave Nanatsugama Cave is a limestone cave that rose from the seabed about 30 million years ago. Part of the cave is open to visitors. Admission: Adults 800 yen per person, Junior high students 400 yen per person, Elementary students 200 yen per person Infants (age 4 and over) 100 yen per person So far 35 cave sites have been discovered, but this vast cave system still has many aspects that remain unexplored. ◇ Roadside Station Saikai Roadside Station Saikai is a popular spot where you can buy local specialties and souvenirs. The original gelato and soft serve ice cream are especially recommended. The facility features a large semi-spherical dome shaped like a mandarin orange, offering visitors a fun experience. ◇◇◇ Experiences you can enjoy in Saikai City, Nagasaki Prefecture In Saikai City you can enjoy a variety of experiences broadly categorized as sea experiences, mountain experiences, and craft-making experiences. Here are some examples. ◇ Mandarin-picking experience Saikai City is known as one of the prefecture’s leading mandarin producing regions, and during the harvest season (typically November) you can enjoy mandarin picking. Picking fresh mandarins yourself is popular with families, and you can savor their juicy flavor right away. ◇◇◇ Local specialties of Saikai City, Nagasaki Prefecture ◇ Unshu mandarins (Satsuma mandarins) Saikai City’s Unshu mandarins enjoy a high reputation nationwide. There are early varieties such as Haraguchi early mandarin orange (late October to early December) and extra-early varieties such as Iwasaki early mandarin orange (late September to October). Grown in a warm climate and fertile soil, these mandarins are sweet and juicy and signal the arrival of winter. ◇ Oshima Tomatoes Saikai City’s Oshima Tomatoes are known for intense sweetness and acidity and are a popular local specialty (season: February to early May). Their high sugar content makes them taste almost like fruit. These specialties are also popular as hometown tax return gifts. ◇◇◇ Tourist information for Saikai City, Nagasaki Prefecture Surrounded by rich natural environments with a variety of attractions and experiences, Saikai City offers new discoveries each time you visit. We will continue to share more recommended information about Saikai City on Cool Japan Video, so please look forward to it!!
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kerama
Jul. 26, 2024
In the hill towns of Biei, countless rolls roll around in the vast fields that appear in summer. This roll is called a "barley culm roll" and is a roll made of rolled wheat straw. In other words, it is a summer tradition in Biei after harvesting wheat.
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Hara, Nagano
Jul. 16, 2024
Hello to all COOL JAPAN VIDEOS viewers! It is Suwa County Haramura Nagano Prefecture. The Suwa County Haramura of Nagano Prefecture is an area surrounded by beautiful Nature that spreads across the foothills of Yatsugatake, which won the first place in the "City Happiness Ranking 2023 Municipality Ranking". The inhabitants, with a population of about 8,000, live in harmony with the Nature of Highlands between 900 and 1,300 meters Elevation. In COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, we will send out recommended Sightseeing spot and Latest Information in Nagano Prefecture Suwa County Haramura! Please enjoy! In this first post, I will briefly introduce some of the recommended Sightseeing spots in Haramura. ◆Recommended Sightseeing spots in Haramura, Nagano Prefecture◆ ◇Yatsugatake Nature Cultural Garden It is a leisure facility with the theme of "contact with the nature of Yatsugatake", and Activities such as "Putting Golf", "Mallet Golf", "Dog Run", "Kick Bike" and "Athletic" can be played by children and Adults in the park. In addition, stargazing events such as the "Starry Sky Viewing Party" There are from April to December at the Spot starry sky one of the best in Japan. Nature Observation Science Museum, where the park's planetarium is located, also hosts seasonal events. The adjacent Lake Maruyachi is one of the scenic spots of Yatsugatake. ◇Yatsugatake Central College of Agricultural Practice You can overlook the peaks of Yatsugatake, and you can see cows and goats spending their time leisurely. The Direct sales, which reopened in April 2024, is lined with Agricultural Products such as Highland vegetables grown at the university, colorful Flowers, and Local Specialty Products. The "Hands-on Workshop," which can be enjoyed by everyone from children to Adult, is a Mr./Ms. full of excitement and excitement that cannot be experienced on a daily basis, such as Dairy Farming experiences, poultry farming experiences, field making, tree climbing forestry experiences, tree planting experiences, and vegetable jam making. ◆Events and festivals in Haramura◆ ◇Yatsugatake Craft City Held in twice a year every year, in summer and autumn. Stalls from all over the country selling handmade ceramics, metals, fabrics, woodwork, glass, leather, art, food, and other works by Mr./Ms. artists. ◆Specialties of Haramura◆ The farmland at around 1,000 meters Elevation has a lot of sunlight and the temperature difference between day and night, so it is Specialty Products to Highland vegetables that has received a lot of the blessings of the sun. Fresh vegetables are Cultivation in Haramura: celery, broccoli, cabbage, zucchini, Parsley and corn. Among them, the summer production of celery called celery by local is the highest in Japan. Cultivation of flowers is also thriving, and the flowers cultivated in Haramura, such as carnations and anemones, are reputed to be colorful and long-lasting. ◆Haramura Enjoy sightseeing◆ In Haramura, surrounded by nature at the foothills of Yatsugatake, you can enjoy the beauty of various nature throughout the four seasons. You can feel various charms throughout the year, such as fresh greenery that sprouts in Spring, starry sky Appreciation while feeling the cool breeze in summer, colorful Autumn leaves in autumn, and snowy scenery wrapped in tranquility in winter. We will continue to send out Haramura Recommendations that we could not introduce this time, so please follow us.
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Nagano Azumino Tourist Association
Jul. 1, 2024
Would you like to join a white corn harvesting experience in Azumino this summer? The kernels gleam pure white like pearls and are so tender they can be eaten raw! Their juice bursts with sweetness over 15 degrees Brix, and the plump texture is addictive. The farm owner will give a full lesson on harvesting tips. While interacting with local farmers, you can see vegetables being grown firsthand, enjoy the pleasure of harvesting yourself, and savor the taste of freshly picked produce! For details, please see the Azumino City Tourism Association website!
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Chiba Shirako Town
Jun. 12, 2024
Hello! Chiba Prefecture Shirako Town Shirakomachi. Chiba Prefecture Shirako Town faces the Coast Kujukuri Beach east of the Chiba Prefecture and is an attractive town with a Rich in nature environment with beautiful sandy beaches. It is about 30 Kilometers from the prefectural capital Chiba City and about 60 Kilometers from Tokyo Central Tokyo, and it takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes to access by car. ◇What is Shirako Town? Shirako Town has more than 300 tennis courts, the largest number of courts in Japan, and is also a sacred place for Tennis Camp. Activities and sports such as surfing at Kujukuri Beach are also popular. It is the birthplace of Kujukuri Beach sardine fishing using seine nets introduced from Wakayama Prefecture, and has been a traditional industry since the Edo period. ◇History of Shirako Town It was created in 1955 by the merger of Shirakata Town, Seki Village, and Nabaki Village. Shirako Shrine, which is the origin of the town's name, is a historic Spot built in the Heian period and is also popular as a famous place for cherry blossoms. ◇ Recommended sightseeing points in Chiba Prefecture Shirako Town Shirako Town is focusing on attracting tourism in order to realize "attractive town planning where you can see the smiles of visitors". Our slogan is "A city where everyone can be 'healthy and happy.'" Focusing on Shirako Town Hot Spring, we are disseminating the charm of tennis The first sports facilities throughout the town. ◇ Agriculture in Chiba Prefecture Shirako Town Agriculture has become a key industry in Chiba Prefecture Shirako Town. Vegetables grown in the land rich in minerals of the Pacific Ocean are reputed to have a sweet taste. Here are some of the most popular specialty vegetables that Chiba Prefecture Shirako Town is proud of. ・Shirako onion It is a thick onion with a high sugar content and a sweet taste like fruit. It can be harvested only in the period from late April to May. ・Leaf onion Harvest before the onion balls swell and eat the sweet, tender leaves. ・Tomato The warm climate and sandy conditions allow you to harvest tomatoes that can be eaten deliciously throughout the year. ・ Vegetables you want to eat It is a salad vegetable grown in a glass greenhouse. It is a vegetable that boasts fresh leaves that have received a lot of blessings from the sun. ・Nagaiki green onion It is softer than regular green onions and has a reputation for color, aroma, and texture. ◇ The charm of Chiba Prefecture Shirako Town Chiba Prefecture Shirako Town has a population of about 10,500 people, and the number of people who have learned about Shirako Town through tourism and events is increasing significantly. The town also offers consultation on migration and settlement, and you can also check the vacant house bank registration list in Shirako Town on the website. Chiba Prefecture Shirako Town is a town with a beautiful natural environment, rich culture, and sports facilities. We will Best regards because we will send out Information full of Chiba Prefecture Shirako Town charm in COOL JAPAN VIDEOS.
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Nagano Minami Shinshu Tourist Bureau
Jun. 12, 2024
How do you do. This is the Minami-Shinshu Tourism Public Corporation! We will send out recommended Tourist Information in the Minami Shinshu area of Nagano Prefecture on COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, so thank you. ---- What is the Minami Shinshu area in Nagano Prefecture? The Minami Shinshu area is located at the southern tip of Nagano Prefecture and is the southern gateway to the prefecture. It is a beautiful region where you can feel the rich nature of the four seasons created by the Tenryu River, which streams from north to south through the center of Minami Shinshu, the Central Alps, and the majestic mountains of the Southern Alps. The Minami Shinshu area consists of 14 cities and towns in Iida City and Shimoina-gun. ⚪︎ Iida City ⚪︎ Matsukawa Town ⚪︎ Takamori Town ⚪︎ Anan Town ⚪︎ Achi Village ⚪︎ Hiraya Village ⚪︎ Neba Village ⚪︎ Shimojo Village ⚪︎ Sellaki Village ⚪︎ Tenryu Village ⚪︎ Yasuoka Village ⚪︎ Takagi Kimura ⚪︎ Toyooka Village ⚪︎ Ōshika Village History of ---- Minami Shinshu area From the Shiojiri Inn of Nakasendo, the Sanshu Highway Ina Highway, which goes south along the Minami Shinshu area along the Tenryu River, Restrooms available a history of prosperity as a Highway important places connecting Edo and Kyoto. Among them, Iida City, which is also the center of Minami Shinshu, currently boasts the fifth largest population in Nagano Prefecture, flourished as a post town on the Sanshu Highway in the Edo period, and developed as a castle town of the Iida Domain during the Sengoku period. Iida City, with its beautiful Towns Maintenance in a Go board shape and its culture inherited from ancient times, is called "Shinshu's Little Kyoto". Traditional culture and traditional crafts inherited in ---- Minami Shinshu area In the Minami Shinshu area, many traditional cultures such as kagura, puppets, Bon Odori, and festivals are still passed down, and it is said to be a treasure trove of folk performing arts. In addition, Minami Shinshu is a production area of Mizuhiki crafts, which accounts for 70% of the nation's production. Mizuhiki is a culture that has been in Minami Shinshu for more than 300 years, and is a decorative string used for the front of gift bags. Fruits of ---- Minami Shinshu area Specialty Products The Minami Shinshu area is a "treasure trove of fruits" where you can enjoy various fruit picking throughout the four seasons. We will introduce the Representative Fruit Picking and its charm of Minami-Shinshu, a fruit kingdom that boasts the one of the most production volume in Japan, with terrain suitable for fruit production, such as abundant sunshine hours and temperature differences between day and night. ・Cherry picking Cherry picking in Minami Shinshu can be enjoyed in early summer. You can pick and taste the red ripe high-grade fruit cherries on the spot, and their sweetness and juiciness are exceptional. ・Pear picking Pear picking can be enjoyed from late summer to autumn. Fresh pears can be picked on the spot and enjoy the fresh taste. Minami Shinshu pears have a strong sweet taste and a crunchy texture. ・Apple picking Minami Shinshu is one of the one of the most apple cultivation areas in Japan. During the autumn harvest season, many people from all over the country visit in search of apples from Minami Shinshu. You can pick and taste the bright red ripe apples yourself, and their mellow aroma and sweetness are attractive. In addition, you can enjoy "Strawberry picking", "Grape picking", "Blueberry picking", and "Peach picking", and you can enjoy taste hunting such as "bamboo shoot picking" and "chestnut picking" other than fruits. ----Summary The Minami Shinshu area is a place where nature and history are in harmony. Hiking and camping in the great Nature are also recommended! There is also a night tour to see the starry sky in Achi Village, which is said to be the best starry sky in Japan. There are many ways to enjoy the Minami Shinshu area, such as enjoying the food culture of Local agricultural products and Local cuisine, the spectacular scenery of the four seasons, and various activities! Visit the Minami Shinshu area, where nature and history are in harmony, and experience its charm. Beautiful nature and culture await you. Cool JAPAN VIDEOS will provide recommended Tourist Information for the Minami Shinshu area of Nagano Prefecture, so thank you!
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Nagano Azumino Tourist Association
Jun. 3, 2024
The Azumino City Tourism Association, a public interest incorporated association, shares the present charm of Azumino, a garden city spreading at the foot of the Northern Alps. Azumino City, Nagano Prefecture sits near the center of Nagano, nestled between Matsumoto to the south and Hakubamura to the north. Home to Japan’s largest wasabi fields and blessed with clear water and air, Azumino promotes its appeal through Cool Japan videos. [What is Azumino City, Nagano Prefecture?] Azumino City, Nagano Prefecture is a city surrounded by the mountains of the Northern Alps and blessed with beautiful nature. Its population is about 92,000 (April 2024), and it is a place where history and culture live alongside a rich natural environment. The city’s seasonal scenery enchants visitors, especially cherry blossoms in spring, fresh greenery in summer, autumn foliage, and snowy landscapes in winter. Since around the Meiji era, wasabi cultivation has flourished here. That tradition continues today, and Azumino is known as one of Japan’s leading wasabi-producing regions. [Notable sightseeing spots in Azumino City, Nagano Prefecture] ・Daio Wasabi Farm Daio Wasabi Farm is one of Azumino’s signature tourist attractions. Spanning an area equivalent to more than ten Tokyo Domes, it is one of Japan’s largest wasabi farms, and its picturesque waterways are spectacular. Visitors can tour the wasabi fields and enjoy a variety of wasabi-based gourmet offerings. ・Hotaka Shrine Hotaka Shrine is said to be a power spot in Azumino. Historically worshipped as a guardian of the Japanese Alps, it is widely revered for traffic safety and industrial safety. ・National Alps Azumino Park (Horikane Hotaka area) This park is one of six national parks in the Kanto Koshinetsu region. It is a vast natural park popular with families and couples. The park features seasonal flower beds, playground equipment for children, barbecue areas, and day-camping zones. ・Azumino Chihiro Art Museum The Azumino Chihiro Art Museum exhibits the works of picture book artist Chihiro Iwasaki. Set in a quiet environment surrounded by beautiful nature, it offers a warm and comforting picture-book world. It is a soothing destination for families and art lovers. ・Roadside Station Alps Azumino Horigane no Sato Located at the foot of the Northern Alps, this roadside station offers a wide selection of fresh, safe, and carefully made farm products. Local Azumino souvenirs focused on fresh vegetables and fruits are recommended. ・Outdoor activities To fully enjoy Azumino, try activities such as clear stream boat rides, rafting, and clear-bottom boats. There are mountain-biking courses where you can ride while gazing up at the Northern Alps. Other options include horseback riding and F1, offering a variety of ways to have fun. ・Hands-on and indoor experiences A rich variety of hands-on programs is available, including soba noodle making, glassblowing, glass stamp making, pottery, and traditional chopstick crafting. Choose according to your interests and give them a try. ・Northern Alps mountaineering The Northern Alps comprise some of Japan’s premier mountain ranges, with peaks around 3,000 meters. Azumino City, located at the foothills of the Northern Alps, also serves as a recommended base for alpine climbing. It is known as a gateway to popular peaks featured among Japan’s 100 Famous Mountains such as MtJonen, Mt. Tsubakuro, MtYarigatake, and as a viewing point for the Hotaka Mountain Range from Mount Chō. [Specialties of Azumino City, Nagano Prefecture] ・Wasabi Azumino City is renowned as one of Japan’s top wasabi-producing areas. Clear water and a cool climate suit wasabi cultivation, and its quality is highly regarded both domestically and internationally. Enjoy wasabi-based dishes and processed products when you visit. ・Rainbow trout Rainbow trout farmed in Azumino’s pristine waters is another local specialty. In recent years, “Shinshu Salmon,” bred from rainbow trout and brown trout, has become popular. [Festivals and events in Azumino City, Nagano Prefecture] ・Ofune Festival The Ofune Festival, held every September, is a traditional event centered at Hotaka Shrine. Boat-shaped floats parade through the town as locals unite to enliven the festival. [Azumino City sightseeing recap] Azumino City, Nagano Prefecture is a region full of charm, surrounded by beautiful nature and rich history. Please visit Azumino City and experience its attractions for yourself. We will continue to share recommended sightseeing information and the latest updates so that Azumino can become a memorable page in your travel diary.
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小笠原華
May. 25, 2024
I started helping farmers this year! For the first time, I learned that most of the famous lily root takes a lot of traditional manual work, and it takes five years to eat. And the young Indonesians I work with. Although we don't speak the language, we are important friends ^^ who work together to cherish historic specialties
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Tomi City Tourist Association
May. 14, 2024
HELLO VIEWERS OF COOL JAPAN VIDEOS! This is the Shinshu Toumi Tourism Association. Tomi City, Nagano Prefecture is a city in the eastern part of Nagano Prefecture. Surrounded by the Asama mountain range of Joshinetsu Kogen National Park to the north and Tateshina and Yatsugatake to the south, it is an area rich in Rich in nature, with more than half of the city being mountain forests and one-fourth being fields. The city was created in 2002 by the merger of Higashimomachi and Kitamomaki Village, and became "Tomi City" by taking one letter each of the Omi of Higashimomachi "east" and Kitamomaki Village. There is the Joshinetsu Expressway "Tobu Yunomaru Interchange" and the Shinano Railway "Tanaka Station" and "Shigeno Station", and it is about 2 hours from Central Tokyo and about 1 hour from Nagano City and Matsumoto City. ==Recommended sightseeing spots in Tomi City, Nagano Prefecture== ・Unno Yado Opened in 1625 as a Shukuba-juku on the Kitakuni Highway, it is a tourist destination that still retains its original appearance. You can feel as if you have traveled back in time to the Edo period. ・Myojin Pond It is a pond built in the Edo period, and it is Maintenance as an Art Village Park centered on the pond, and you can see the beautiful scenery of the four seasons such as New green and autumn leaves in the Satoyama. There are facilities in the park such as the Umeno Memorial Picture Gallery and the Fureaikan. ・Unnojyuku History and Folklore Museum The building built around 1790 in the Edo period is still used as a Documents Museum. The climate, history, and documents of Unno Yado are on display ・Roadside Station Raiden Walnut Village At the Roadside Station at the entrance to Yunomaru Highland, you can enjoy a meal that makes use of hand-made soba "Inutate Soba" and local ingredients at the restaurant. Local agricultural products and specialty products are lined up, so it is also recommended to buy Souvenirs for sightseeing in Tomi City. ・Yunomaru Ski Resort It is the closest powder snow ski resort to Central Tokyo, and the six slopes can be enjoyed by beginners and advanced skiers. The business period is from late November to early April every year. ・Yunomaru Plateau It is a plateau located on the west side of the Asama mountain ranges, and the Renge azalea of Azalea Plain is also designated as a national natural monument. Every year, when the Renge azalea is in full bloom, the "Yunomaru Kogen Azalea Festival" is held. ・Yurakuchi-kan Wine & Beer Museum It is a facility where you can experience Tomi Wine, such as an exhibition room that introduces the history of Tomi Wine, winery Information in Tomi City, grape cultivation amount, etc., and a tasting area and wine sales centered on Tomi City wine. A wine concierge is also available, so be sure to find your favorite wine. ==Specialty products and gourmet foods of Tomi City, Nagano Prefecture== Kyoho grapes, walnuts, sweet corn, Shirado potatoes, and broccoli are specialty products of Tomi City, Nagano Prefecture. These specialty products are also popular as thank-you gifts for roadside stations and Furusato Nozei tax payments. In addition, wineries are being born one after another in Tomi City, and wine taxis are also operated to visit wineries in the city. ==Events and festivals in Tomi City, Nagano Prefecture== ・Raiden Festival It is a major summer event in Tomi City held at Tanaka Shopping Street, and there are performances and dances on stage, and many Kitchen Cars are lined up in the shopping street. At the climax, the festivals are enlivened by a dance parade. ・Unno Yado Fureai Festival It is a festival held every November at Uminojuku, Old Kitakuni Highway, Unno Juku, and a procession dressed in Edo period costumes parades through the city. The buildings and gardens of Unno Yado, which you cannot usually see, will be opened. ==Agricultural experience in Tomi City, Nagano Prefecture== The idyllic atmosphere of Tomi City, with its fields spread all around, is difficult to enjoy in the Central Tokyo. There is also a travel plan where you can enjoy farming experience while interacting with the warm and friendly people of Tomi City. Even if you visit sightseeing for the first time in Tomi, the local staff will support you so that you can participate with peace of mind. Agricultural experience plans include "Rice cultivation", "Apple cultivation", "Corn harvesting experience", and "Traditional Japanese straw raincoat harvesting experience". ==Recommended Information for Tomi City, Nagano Prefecture== The Nature of the Tomi City and the atmosphere of the historic city Fascination those who visit. Please feel the charm of Tomi City firsthand. COOL JAPAN VIDEOS will provide recommended Information that will help you plan your trip to Tomi City.
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  • Tomi
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  • a roadside station Kaminariden Kurumi no Sato (the village of Kurumi)
  • Skiing/Snowboarding
  • Plateau
  • wine
  • Specialty
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上村修司
Apr. 7, 2024
In Hokkaido, rape flowers are in full bloom from the middle of May. It's early summer in Honshu around this time! A farming tractor pulls a wagon with tourists in the rape fields that spread all over the hill, disappears once over the hill, and then returns to this side. The sheer size of this scale is what sells.
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  • Sunny
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黒江浩史
Jan. 30, 2024
Rice fields in Niimi City, Okayama Prefecture. It is not rezoned, and it is not possible to mow all of it with a combine, so I mow it by hand. The children also mobilize to harvest rice with all three generations of relatives. It is also accustomed to use a sickle to reap, and two bunches are reaped in one pull. The harvested rice is bundled up and hung on a bamboo pole. The children are smiling and happily helping from beginning to end. Rice, delicious! And I eat a lot. Along with the scenery, I would like to preserve this traditional culture.
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  • Rice paddy
  • Kids
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COOL JAPAN VIDEOS STAFF
Nov. 17, 2023
Introducing the posts of the "Nakashibetsu Tourism Association" Cool Japan SNS official account! Nakashibetsu Town, Shibetsu District, Hokkaido is a town where agriculture such as dairy farming, potatoes, sugar beets, and radishes is thriving. Sightseeing spots rich in nature such as the "Kaiyodai Observatory" where you can experience the "roundness of the earth" are attractive. There are also plenty of seasonal events such as the "Nakashibetsu Winter Festival".
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Nakashibetsu Tourist Association
Nov. 5, 2023
Nice to meet you, everyone! This is the Nakashibetsu Tourist Association.
This is my first posting on COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, so this time I would like to introduce and appeal of Nakashibetsu Town in Hokkaido.
Thank you in advance!

Hokkaido Shibetsu DistrictNakashibetsu Town is a town with a population of 22,524 as of the end of September 2023 Reiwa 5 located in the eastern part of Hokkaido.
Nakashibetsu Town in Hokkaido is blessed with nature, beautiful pastures and mountains, and agriculture such as dairy farming, Bareisho, sugar beet, and daikon is thriving.
Nakashibetsu Town, which boasts one of the largest producers of raw milk in Japan, produces a lot of milk, ice cream, cheese, etc., and is gaining popularity.

The climate is inland climate, and snow cover is relatively low in Hokkaido.
In summer, the average temperature is around 20 degrees Celsius, and in winter, the average temperature is around minus 10 degrees Celsius.

Next, we will introduce popular tourist attractions in Nakashibetsu Town, Hokkaido!

●Kaiyodai Observatory
The 330-degree horizon seen from the "Kaiyodai Observatory" on a plateau at an altitude of 270m is spectacular!
It is a spot where you can experience the "roundness of the earth".

It is also popular because you can see the Hokkaido heritage "lattice-shaped windbreak forest of Konsen Plateau Lattice-shaped windbreak"!
This huge windbreak was created across Nakashibetsu Town, Shibetsu Town, Betsukai Town, and Shibecha Town, and the total area of windbreak forests in the four towns is about 12,000 ha about 2,500 times the size of Tokyo Dome.
The full extent of the windbreak can only be seen from an airplane.
In 2000 Heisei 12, astronaut Mamoru Mohri took a video from the Space Shuttle Endeavour showed a lattice-shaped windbreak, so it became a hot topic as "an artificial object visible from space".

We also recommend the gourmet "Kaiyodai Observatory Happy Honey Soft Serve Ice Cream" and "Siretoco Donuts" that can be eaten at the café in the observatory! Please enjoy it when you visit.
* The café is open from late April to the end of October.

● Milk Road
The "Nakashibetsu TownNorthern Road Route 19", a straight road with a total length of about 6 km, is one of the tourist attractions called "Nakashibetsu Milk Road" because of the tanker trucks that carry milk.
Touring while looking at the magnificent meadows that spread around the road is popular, and it is also popular with motorcycle riders.

●Mutsu Pasture
"Mutsu Pasture" was started when Masanori Hata, a writer known for his animal lover nicknamed "Mutsugoro-san", was attracted to the Hokkaido horse "Dosanko" and raised two horses.

At Mutsu Pasture's "Hidamari Equestrian Club", you can experience horseback riding where you can communicate with the horses more deeply than at a normal ranch!
It starts with brushing and saddling, and the staff slowly moves through the forest and grassland while controlling the horse without pulling it.
You will be carefully instructed before departure, so beginners can rest assured!

●Midorigaoka Forest Park Campground
It is a park with an area of about 57 hectares, including bungalows, free sites, bike sites, playground equipment, and a bird observation center.
On the 6 km long forest road, you can also enjoy forest bathing while looking at the Shiretoko mountain range.
【Opening Period】Campsite: May 1st ~ October 31st

In addition, the "Nakashibetsu Airport Information Center" in Nakashibetsu Airport provides information on accommodation facilities from information around the airport.
There is also a car rental window on the first floor.
Please feel free to use it!

Next, we will introduce attractive events and festivals in Nakashibetsu Town, Hokkaido!

■ Nakashibetsu Summer Festival
It is a summer festival held for two days in August every year in Nakashibetsu Town, Hokkaido.
The sight of about 6,000 lanterns lit up and colored is the biggest attraction!
Stage performance events and the Odori Parade are also held.
Contents at the time of the 2023 event

■ Nakashibetsu Winter Festival
It is a winter festival held for two days in February every year.
The "Jumbo Slide" made of snow installed at the venue is very popular with children!
There are also stalls by local shops, etc., and you can enjoy Hokkaido gourmet food.
There will also be an exhibition of snow sculptures and a fireworks festival on the first night. * In February 2023, snow sculptures and fireworks have been canceled due to a reduced event.

In addition to these events, we also hold events according to the season and season, such as "Mt. Moan Trekking", "Ranch Walking Tour", and "Runway Night Walk"!
For details, please check the notice of the Nakashibetsu Tourist Association.

In Nakashibetsu Town, Hokkaido, there are five hot spring facilities in the city center and one in the suburbs in the Yoroushi Onsen area.
On the "Urban Hot Springs" page on the official website of Nakashibetsu Town Town Hall, the "City Area Day Trip Hot Spring Map" is also available.
Please use it when visiting day-trip hot spring hotels and inns.

The Furusato Nozei tax payment in Nakashibetsu Town, Hokkaido is supported by many people.
Introducing popular thank-you gifts!
・Organic & Grass-Fed Pastured Cow Milk - Organic JAS-approved milk squeezed from cows that have eaten only grass.
・Hokkaido Nakashibetsu Original Cheese Set - An assortment of cheeses made with fresh raw milk.
・Hokkaido Inspiration Cup Gelato - Plenty of freshly squeezed milk from Nakashibetsu is used.
・Hokkaido Nomu yogurt - Lactic acid bacteria are added to fresh milk from Nakashibetsu and fermented slowly over time.

Nakashibetsu TownFurusato Nozei [Official] Instagram disseminates special products and tourist information.
Please take a look at this as well!

Nakashibetsu Town in Hokkaido is a town full of charms such as nature, sightseeing spots, and activities.
We will continue to send out recommended information about Nakashibetsu Town, so thank you!
  • Nakashibetsu
  • Hokkaido Prefecture
  • Kaiyodai Observatory
  • Agriculture
  • vegetable
  • Festival
  • Nature
  • Great view
  • Sightseeing
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Tokachigawa Onsen Tourist Association
Oct. 14, 2023
I helped with the grape harvest in the vineyards of TokachigawaOnsen! This year the temperatures were warm, and the grapes that soaked up plenty of sun turned out very sweet☺️
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  • Hokkaido Prefecture
  • Tokachigawa Hot Spring
  • Otofuke
  • Grapes
  • Harvest
  • wine
  • Agriculture
  • Autumn
  • Field
  • Gourmet
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hanahimawari
Oct. 4, 2023
You can see Mt. Yotei in front of our house! Mt. Yotei tells us about the change of seasons from summer to autumn. The sky is still summer clouds, but in the fields at the foot of the mountain, farmers are working from early in the morning during the autumn harvest. "It's going to snow soon!" said my daughter, who is in the Alpine Boys' Club, and is excited now!
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  • Autumn
  • Photo Contest
  • Japan
  • Sightseeing
  • Great view
  • Photography
  • Nature
  • Hokkaido Prefecture
  • Autumn leaves
  • Four seasons
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Tokachigawa Onsen Tourist Association
Sep. 15, 2023
The sunflowers at Mito Farm in Otofuke are in full bloom! This is a sunflower field sown as a green manure on the field after the wheat harvest. The sunflowers stretching across the vast grounds are a spectacular sight! You can see them here until the end of September. For location details, please check the notices on the TokachigawaOnsen Tourism Association website. *Please do not enter the field to prevent the introduction of pathogens!*
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  • Hokkaido Prefecture
  • Otofuke
  • Sunflowers
  • Great view
  • Sightseeing
  • Travel
  • Nature
  • Photogenic
  • Instagrammable
  • Flower garden
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Tokachigawa Onsen Tourist Association
Jul. 22, 2023
Wheat harvesting has begun, and straw rolls can now be seen across the fields. These round bales will become beds for the cows! A landscape typical of Tokachi in Hokkaido stretches out. ※This is a farmer’s precious field. Please do not enter it.
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  • Hokkaido Prefecture
  • Otofuke
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  • Agriculture
  • Harvest
  • Nature
  • Summer
  • Rural scenery
  • Tokachigawa Hot Spring
  • Tourism Association
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Tokachigawa Onsen Tourist Association
Jul. 20, 2023
The 10th Mugi-Kan Festival will take place! You can enjoy freshly harvested wheat with all five senses. There will be plenty of fun events, including freshly baked wheat bread for sale, a Mugi-Kan roll-rolling contest, and tractor rides! Date and time: Saturday, August 19, 2023, 10:00–14:00 Location: Takenaka Farm wheat fields Admission: Adults 1,500 yen, elementary and junior high students 500 yen *Canceled in case of rain
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  • Otofuke
  • Harvest
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  • Events
  • Festival
  • Field
  • Agriculture
  • Local PR
  • Summer
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Obihiro Tourism and Convention Association
Jul. 2, 2023
The 35th International Agricultural Machinery Show in Obihiro 2023" will be held! From July 6 Thursday to 10 Monday, a International Agricultural Machinery Show will be held in Obihiro City Kita Aikoku Plaza. The International Agricultural Machinery Show is held once every four years and attracts more than 100 exhibitors, including state-of-the-art agricultural machinery and related facilities equipped with state-of-the-art technology. In addition, as a parallel event at the venue, the "Food Valley Tokachi Shokusaisai Festival 2023" will be held, and there will be a food and drink corner using Tokachi ingredients and a sales corner where products from the Tokachi area are lined up. In Japanese agriculture, as the population of farmers ages and there is a shortage of workers, the spread of agricultural machinery utilizing GNSS, ICT information and communication technology, robot technology, etc. is progressing, and these technologies are expected to greatly change Japanese agriculture in the future. Please stop by. International Agricultural Machinery Show official website iams-obihiro.com/history #There is no parking lot at the venue. #Please use the temporary parking lot. A free shuttle bus is available.
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Tokachigawa Onsen Tourist Association
Jun. 16, 2023
Butahage Roadside Station Otofuke Branch This popular pork bowl shop, with its main location in Obihiro, served me the pork-soup set. Beyond the delicious pork bowl itself, I loved the pork miso soup filled with chunky vegetables served in a bowl larger than the rice bowl. This dish lets you fully enjoy Otofuke Town’s local soybeans and vegetables. The pork-soup set was sold out before noon. Tokachi’s vegetables are truly delicious, so I hope everyone gets to try them 😊
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  • Otofuke
  • Tokachigawa Hot Spring
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  • vegetable
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  • Travel
  • Tourism Association
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COOL JAPAN VIDEOS STAFF
Jun. 16, 2023
Introducing the post of "Nayoro Sightseeing & Town Planning Association" COOL JAPAN VIDEOS official social media account! Nayoro City, located in the northern part of Hokkaido, is a city based on agriculture. Glutinous rice boasts the largest acreage in Japan and one of the largest acreage of asparagus in Hokkaido. There are also plenty of sightseeing spots such as "Nayoro City North Country Museum", "Nayoro Park", and "Hokkaido Sun Pillar Park", where [SL Kimaroki] is also exhibited in front of the museum. ◆Nayoro Sightseeing & Town Planning Association ◆ 【Address】 〒096-0001 Hokkaido Nayoro-shi Higashi 1-jo Minami 7-1-10 Ekimae Exchange Plaza Yorona 1F 【Access】About 90 minutes by car from Sapporo / About 2 hours 30 minutes by limited express train JR Hokkaido from Sapporo
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Nayoro Sightseeing & Town Planning Association
Apr. 16, 2023 (edited)
This is the "Nayoro Sightseeing & Town Planning Association" in Nayoro City, Hokkaido.

Nayoro City is located in the northern part of Hokkaido and is known for producing glutinous rice, which boasts the largest acreage in Japan, and asparagus, which boasts one of the highest yields in Hokkaido.

Since it is located in the north of Hokkaido, where the cold is severe, the temperature is low throughout the year, especially the average temperature in January is -8.6°C, and the average temperature in February is -14.9°C, which is the lowest among Japanese cities.

At dawn in the cold winter season, the water vapor in the air freezes into small ice crystals, and you can see the "diamond dust" of the fantastic scenery that sparkles in the sun.
You can also experience the sun pillar, where the reflection of the light of the diamond dust looks like a pillar in Nayoro City.

Here are some of the highlights, sightseeing spots, and popular gourmet foods in Nayoro Town.

First of all, I would like to introduce "Nayoro City Kitakuni Museums".
Nayoro City Kitakuni Museum is a facility built for the purpose of learning about the natural environment and culture of northern countries and connecting them to the future.
In the "Kamui Forest" corner, you can learn about the nature and culture of the Ainu.
In addition, in front of the Kitakuni Museum, the SL snow removal train "Kimaroki" is on display, so please take a look.

Next, I would like to introduce "Nayoro Park".
The park is surrounded by a forest that combines virgin forests and artificial forests, and the cherry blossoms in the park bloom in late May, and many cherry blossom viewers visit.
There is also a park golf course, a tennis field, and a baseball field in the park, making it a facility that everyone from Adult to children can enjoy.

The last place I would like to introduce is "Hokkaido Sun Pillar Park".
Seasonal flowers bloom in the park, and the summer sunflower field became popular as a filming location for the 2011 movie "Stargazing Dog".
There is an auto camp site, and it is also a base for bikers who enjoy sightseeing in Hokkaido.

There are many other recommended spots such as "Nayoro City Astronomical Observatory Kitasubaru", "Nayoro Piyasiri Ski Resort", and "Mt. Piyasiri".

When you come to Nayoro City, please enjoy the specialty products as well as the sightseeing spots.
Nayoro City is a thriving agricultural area where glutinous rice, glutinous rice, asparagus, pumpkin, sweet corn, etc. are produced.
Please enjoy nutritious vegetables grown in the great outdoors.
These Specialty Products of Nayoro City can be purchased at Roadside Station "Glutinous Rice Village Nayoro".

Access to Nayoro City is about 1 hour and 15 minutes by car from Asahikawa City and about 2 hours and 45 minutes by car from Sapporo City.

We will continue to regularly send out Information that will make you want to visit Nayoro Town, which is full of attractions, so please look forward to it.
  • Nayoro
  • Hokkaido Prefecture
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開智国際日本語学校（Kaichi International School of Japanese）
May. 8, 2023
Across the street from the amanatto sweet bean shop introduced earlier stands a public bathhouse famous in Hachioji. That bathhouse offers unattended vegetable sales. This stall sells rare vegetables from the Tama area and displays a wide variety, so it’s fun just to browse 😊 International students often use these unmanned vegetable stalls. The principal of our school also keeps a farm in Hachioji City, and foreigners often ask him to sell produce. When I asked the students, they said these vegetables look fresher and tastier than those sold in supermarkets. I encourage everyone to try these rare vegetables that you can only find in the Tama area.
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  • International students
  • Japanese-language school
  • Public Bath
COOL JAPAN VIDEOS Photo Contest PR
Mar. 15, 2023
Introducing the photos posted on "Everyone's Post"! This is a pickup post of the inbound tourism information SNS "Cool Japan Video". Today, I would like to introduce a post by "Saori Yamakawa". The vast rape blossoms and mountain ridges are impressive photos. Koiwai Farm is a private farm located in Shizukuishi, Iwate District, Iwate Prefecture, Japan. The approximately 40-hectare tourist area, which is open as a makiba garden, is full of various leisure spots. There is also a wealth of nature where you can enjoy the four seasons, and the superb view of rape blossoms blooming along the prefectural road from around Koiwai Station and the rows of cherry blossom trees blooming in the park are also a must-see. You can easily interact with animals such as horseback riding, Toro carriages, and treats for ponies. Sheep grazing and sheep snack time are also highlights. In the Makiba Hall, you can also experience a workshop where you can make key chains and photo frames using wool and wood from Koiwai Farm. How about a one-of-a-kind souvenir in the world? Various events are held throughout the four seasons. The "Early Spring Makiba Festa" held in spring is full of projects unique to this season, such as special tours by tractor and walks in the forest. The park's restaurant also offers a spring-only menu. The illuminations held in winter are said to be the largest in Tohoku and are popular every year. You can enjoy it at the restaurants and cafes in Koiwai Farm, and gourmet foods such as Genghis Khan and sweets are also popular. You can also enjoy dishes using farm-grown ingredients at FARM DINING & CAFE Koiwai Farm Tokyo in Tokyo, a restaurant directly managed by Koiwai Farm in Tokyo. Japanese black beef is a popular gem. It is easily accessible from Tokyo Station and is recommended for lunch, dinner, and banquets. ◆Koiwai Farm◆ 【Address】〒020-0507 Iwate Prefecture, Iwate District, Shizukuishi-cho Marutanichi 36-1 【Access】 By car: Tohoku Expressway Morioka IC about 15 minutes / 12 km About 30~40 minutes by taxi from JR Morioka Station
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山川 さおり
Aug. 26, 2021
This is a photo of the rape flower field at Koiwai Farm in Iwate Prefecture. The back of the woman gives the story a refreshing atmosphere like early summer.
  • Agriculture
  • Rapeseed
  • Spring
  • Great view
  • Nature
  • Sightseeing
  • Travel
  • Photo Contest
  • Shizukuishi
  • Iwate Prefecture
takechan
Sep. 21, 2021
Since it is autumn in Japan, this season is often called "autumn of appetite". And what is harvested this fall is rice, which can be said to be the food culture of Japan people. I think many people buy it when it is harvested in the fall and new rice comes out. You don't usually look closely at such rice, and you rarely see ears of rice before harvesting. However, rice is harvested in autumn, and I think that rice is a king for "autumn appetite". There was a rice field in front of my house, and the ears of rice were shining in the evening light, and they looked beautiful and delicious, so I took this picture.
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  • Agriculture
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  • Japan
  • Traditional Japanese Food
  • Four seasons
  • Photo Contest
Dylan Gibson
May. 18, 2021
I totally overlooked this the other day. Didn't see it at all. What an awesome bridge. Horai Bridge in Shimada, Shizuoka. Apparently the longest wooden walking bridge and even recorded in The Guinness Book of World Records. Amazing that it was built in 1879 but it can still hold so many people and is in such good shape. I wonder if it gets regular maintenance done. That newer looking segment partway through would have me think so. According to a quote in the original post taken from the Shimada City Homepage, the bridge was for agricultural use to cultivate the Makinohara Plateau which lays on the other side. Previously the people would have to cross by boat which was apparently dangerous. Looks like a really nice place to visit and the bridge has some history as well. Cool stuff!
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松山 正之
May. 14, 2021 (edited)
Horai Bridge is the longest wooden pedestrian bridge in the world.
It is a wooden bridge over the Oi River in Shimada City, Shizuoka Prefecture.

<Quoted from Shimada City website>
Horai Bridge is an agricultural bridge built in 1879 Meiji 12 to clear the Makinohara Plateau. Before the bridge was built, you had to cross the Oi River by small boat.
It was dangerous to go back and forth.
It is still used by farmers in the old city to manage the tea plantation on the opposite bank. In addition to playing an important role as a farm road, the Horai Bridge is a historic land improvement facility.
  • Japan
  • Bridge
  • Travel
  • Sightseeing
  • Agriculture
  • History
  • Shizuoka Prefecture

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