Photographed on March 25, 2014. Starbucks Kanetsuki‑dōri Store has reached its eighth anniversary since opening. Congratulations‼️㊗️🎉🌈

From special-date limited-value accommodation plans to extended-stay plans for a leisurely multi-night visit. Choose from a wide range of stay styles to match how you want to spend your time. Which way will you spend your time? Green season operations begin Saturday, April 25. 📍Kussharo Prince Hotel https://www.instagram.com/kussharo_ph/...

Photographed on March 25, 2014. Yesterday I went to see the homarezakura (Homare cherry blossoms) along the Shingashi River. Before visiting Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine, I took a break at Starbucks Kanetsuki‑dōri Store. I had an oat milk latte and a strawberry doughnut.

At the park I sometimes visit with my child, vibrant purple magnolia blossoms were in bloom 😊 Their deep pink stood out beautifully against the blue sky ✨

Ongoing events through Golden Week‼ ① Ongoing until supplies last Ihama margaret picking https://www.minami-izu.jp/?p=we-page-event-entry&event=91181&cat=18736&type=event... ② Ongoing until around May 5 Strawberry picking https://www.instagram.com/babyberry_farm/... ③ March 28–April 5 Yuigahama cherry blossom tour http://www.the-surface.com/event.html#sakura... ④ April 1–May 5 Bamboo shoot picking and the takeno‑ko eatery opens http://takenokomura.com// ⑤ April 3 Irozaki Gongen Festival https://www.minami-izu.jp/?p=we-page-event-entry&event=3725&cat=18736&type=event... ⑥ April 18 and 19 Va'a Japan 4th Japan Cup in Minami‑Izu https://www.vaajapan.com/2026-japan-nationals... ⑦ April 29 Lead-horse riding experience day https://www.minami-izu.jp/?p=we-page-event-entry&event=7746&cat=18736&type=event... Spring in Minami‑Izu features both Somei-yoshino and mountain cherry blossoms, and it also offers abundant sea- and mountain-based nature experiences, so it’s surprisingly hot (exciting) just for that‼ Events across Minami-Izu Town! https://www.minami-izu.jp/?p=we-page-eventlist&eventlist=18736...

Photographed on March 24, 2014. This is Homarezakura by the Shingashi River behind Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. The cherry blossoms were about 30% in bloom.

March 23rd A gloriously clear, sunny day in Azumino Many hikers at the summit of Mount Nagamine were enjoying this view!! Today even hang gliders made an appearance

March 18th Today's scenery of Azumino View from Ohisama Road

March 18th Spring has arrived in Azumino Plum blossoms have begun to bloom at Daio Wasabi Farm, and the red and white hues stand out against the wasabi fields

March 5th From the summit of Mount Nagamine in Azumino’s satoyama, you can enjoy a sky-high view Views of Azumino town and the Northern Alps The forest road is still closed for the winter, so please climb on foot and work up a sweat♪

March 4th Azumino, where it rained all day yesterday When the rain stopped, the mountains were dusted with snow Just when I thought most of the snow had melted, the Northern Alps put on their winter coat again

Photographed on March 1, 2014. This is the hana-temizu (decorative floral water basin) at the omikuji distribution counter of Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

I relaxed at Starbucks Kanetsuki‑dōri Store before going to see the Homarezakura cherry blossoms along the Shingashi River. I had an oat milk latte and a vanilla old‑fashioned doughnut.

Cherry blossom season has arrived 🌸 The lovely pink hues are so soothing ☺️

A sunset that takes your breath away no matter how many times you see it. From the moment the sun sets, to the instant it turns into a night view, every moment makes mealtime special. Enjoy a variety of lunch options and dinner courses featuring Western and Japanese cuisine, all served with the view from the top floor. We offer seasonal dishes that incorporate seasonal ingredients, such as a limited-time herbal set. For a quietly lovely time in Kushiro. 👉 For details, follow the link in our profile ▶ Kushiro Prince Hotel https://www.instagram.com/kushiroprincehotel/?hl=ja...

Photographed on March 21, 2014. A wooden Buddhist statue exhibition was on display in the main hall of Chu-in. From the left: the Eleven-Faced Kannon, an Eleven-Faced Kannon bodhisattva statue, and the Chuguji bodhisattva.

Photographed on March 21, 2014. This is the hanachōzu (flower water basin) at Nakanoin.

Photographed on March 21, 2014. These are the weeping cherry tree and mimosa at Nakanoin. I tried again.

Toyama’s Spring Quartet Cherry blossoms drift in the breeze beneath the snow-crowned Japanese Alps. At sunset, pink light washes over rapeseed fields—when suddenly, a woman in white crosses the flowers, moving against the wind. For a moment, it feels less like a photograph, and more like a painting come to life.

Event Announcement📣 On Saturday, March 28, the festival where children and adults alike can shine, “Tokachikarapute,” will be held 😊 This time’s theme is “Discovering the Future”🎵 From children’s dance performances and a kids’ festival with games and candy tossing to a wide variety of hands-on booths, heart-and-body healing corners, stage events, and a grand lottery, the event is packed with attractions😍 Come deepen your interests through many different experiences🤗 📍Date and Time: Saturday, March 28, 2026, 11:00–17:00 📍Venue: Tokachi Plaza, 1st Floor 🔶Hands-on Corners ・Cooking observation & experience・Model experience・Nurse experience・Rehabilitation experience・Hand massage experience・Sign language experience 🔶Kids’ Festival Booths ・Shooting gallery・Animal basketball・Bowling・Ring toss 🔶Heart and Body Healing Corner ・Verde・Bi-Leave・HopefulLight・Shinraku Shoku Musubi Kiki・Grandma House Riki ・Shuccho Atama Hogushi more・Murachika・Tetoteto・TeFu, a hidden salon・Tokachi Milk Peace ・Knitting Granny・Total Beauty KUSU♡KUSU・Kato Massage Clinic・KiDoAiraku ・Hand Massage Kanan・Chou Momi, Nou Momi Yuwa YUIWA 🔶Food Stalls ・Takoyaki・French fries・Frankfurters・Chocolate bananas・Tabekko Animal pancakes・Onigiri (rice balls) 🔶Stage Events＊ 11:00–11:10 Opening Ceremony 11:30–12:00 Otofuke Baton 12:40–13:00 Obihiro Rhythmic Gymnastics 13:15–13:30 True-or-False Game 13:30–13:45 Candy Toss 14:00–14:30 Yotsuba Dance 14:45–16:15 JOYFIT Dance 16:30–17:00 Lottery 📞Contact: Tokachikarapute Executive Committee TEL:080-5584-4222 https://tokachibare.jp/event/xo_event-23120/...

Scenic views are at Prince. Breathtaking panoramas, majestic vistas, seaside horizons, and starry skies. Please enjoy these stunning scenes from Prince Hotel locations in video form as well. Also check the official Seibu Prince Hotels & Resorts account. "Scenic views are at Prince Hotel." We introduce the scenic experiences of Prince Hotels in Hokkaido. ▶Kushiro Prince Hotel https://www.instagram.com/kushiroprincehotel/?hl=ja...

Spectacular views are at Prince. Breathtaking, grand vistas, ocean panoramas, and star-filled skies. Please enjoy the stunning scenes from each Prince Hotel region as videos as well. Also be sure to check the official Seibu Prince Hotels & Resorts account. "Spectacular views are at Prince Hotel." We introduce the spectacular view experiences at Prince Hotels in Hokkaido. ▶Kussharo Prince Hotel https://www.instagram.com/kussharo_ph/...

Kushiro, a town chosen as a refuge from pollen and a summer retreat. In spring, it is chosen as a long-term stay destination by those troubled by hay fever. In summer, the average temperature hovers around 21°C. Set in a quiet environment, it is ideal for workations and long stays. Surrounded by nature, you can enjoy a calm, unhurried time. Choose a long stay at Kushiro Prince Hotel. We look forward to welcoming you. ▶Kushiro Prince Hotel https://www.instagram.com/kushiroprincehotel/?hl=ja...

Delivered by the guides at Reihoku Town Tourist Information Center! Reihoku fishing seasonal update 🎣 Here are the fish you can catch in Reihoku’s waters at this time of year! Black sea bream (kurodai/chinu), mullet, squid, and more… Reihoku’s sea offers memories to last a lifetime for beginners and veterans alike. Amakusa and Reihoku are great not only in summer but in winter too. Come and visit!

Hello everyone, this is the Amakusa Reihoku Tourist Association. This Saturday, March 28, 2026, the Shiki Community Center in Reihoku will host an event everyone from children to grandparents can enjoy: HAPPY PARTY REIHOKU Sports Exchange. The highlight this time is the trending world of e-sports. From an easy-to-play bowling tournament to popular puzzle and versus games, the event is packed with activities that bridge generations. ■ Featured content E-sports bowling tournament: wonderful prizes await the winner! Nintendo Switch demo booths: familiar titles such as Suika Game, Super Smash Bros., brain-training games, and racing games will all be available. If you’re not very familiar with games, don’t worry—this is a great chance to boost your health or discover a new hobby. Come enjoy the event with three generations of your family. 📅 Event details Date and time: Saturday, March 28, 2026, 10:00–15:00 Location: Shiki Community Center, Reihoku (444-1 Shiki, Reihoku, Amakusa District, Kumamoto Prefecture) Who can attend: Everyone (children, students, and seniors are especially welcome!) Organizer: Amakusa Father’s Club Supported by: Reihoku and the Amakusa Reihoku Tourist Association, among others Contact Taiyo e-Sports (Contact: Honda) Phone: 090-2080-0661

Photographed on March 21, 2014. These are the weeping cherry trees at Temple.

I went to the Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum on my graduation trip.

Photographed on March 21, 2014. The cherry blossoms at Nakain were in full bloom. 🌸

Event Announcement 📣 From March 27 to March 29, a three-day screening of diverse films, including works directed by Tokachi Tourism Ambassador Yoshiyuki Fuji and director Yoshio Osaka, will be held at Shikaoi Town Community Hall. The Hokkaido International Film Festival travels across the prefecture to bring new stories to communities without movie theaters. Please come and enjoy a variety of films if you can 🤗 📍Date and Time: March 27, 2026 – March 29, 2026 📍Venue: Shikaoi Town Community Hall 🔶Advance Tickets: 2-DAY PASS (March 28 & 29) with clear file 4,000 yen (tax included) 1-DAY PASS (March 28 or March 29) 2,000 yen (tax included) ※Free for junior high school students and younger 🔶Ticket Outlets Shikaoi Town Community Hall, Shikaoi Town Hall Urimaku Branch, Shikaoi Town Chamber of Commerce, CAFE Oshaberi na Photo Studio, Torisei Shikaoi Branch, Usui Tenkodo, Ide Pharmacy, Shimizu Cultural Center, Shintoku Community Center, Makubetsu Centennial Memorial Hall, Otofuke Cultural Center, Memuro Central Community Center, Obihiro Civic Cultural Hall (Ticket Live), Mint Cafe 🔶Same-day Tickets (tax included) 2-DAY PASS (March 28 & 29) 4,000 yen 1-DAY PASS (March 27) 1,000 yen 1-DAY PASS (March 28 or March 29) 2,000 yen Single Program (one film) 1,000 yen https://hokkaido-movie.com/shikaoi/...

When I felt worn out from relationships and daily life, I looked up and saw beautiful cherry blossoms at night. Bathed in the streetlight and appearing fleeting, the blossoms calmed my heart.