(2024-08-08) Lake Biwa Grand Fireworks Festival Part 3 I've always wanted to take a picture of the "Lake Biwa Grand Fireworks Festival" Held in on August 8 I went on a bullet tour (driven by a friend) Since last year, this fireworks festival has been charged and a fence has been set up. Although it is controversial that it cannot be viewed freely This was a twisted tactic of looking down from the rest area in the Halfway up of Mt. Hiei Of course, this used to be free (the Mt. Hiei skyline that passes through the rest area is a toll road), but in conjunction with the charging of bleachers, fireworks 7,500 yen last year and 10,000 yen this year will be charged for cars parked for viewing purposes (;' ∀') According to the Information on the Internet, there would be no place to put the tripod at noon on the day, so we left quite early I was picked up at 0:00 a.m. and departed. ↓ Arrived at the site around 7:20 ↓ Wait for 12 hours until 19:30 ↓ 19:30~20:30 Appreciation + Photography ↓ 21:00~05:00 The worst 12 hours of my life on-site standby (outdoors under the blazing sun) Bright red on both arms, around the neck, and around the face (;' ∀') With SPF 50 sunscreen, it only lasts a few hours. Even though I tried to secure a good place to go so far By the time we arrived, the best shooting spots were already filled with tripods According to the preliminary survey, it was said that it would be filled with tripods after noon. So we were prepared to give ourselves plenty of time if we arrived after 7 a.m. Completely lagging behind (;' ∀') It was too late ww However, I'm glad that I was in a position where I could shoot without any problems at all if I paid a little attention to the angle of view

(2024-08-08) Lake Biwa Grand Fireworks Festival Part 2 I've always wanted to take a picture of the "Lake Biwa Grand Fireworks Festival" Held in on August 8 I went on a bullet tour (driven by a friend) Since last year, this fireworks festival has been charged and a fence has been set up. Although it is controversial that it cannot be viewed freely This was a twisted tactic of looking down from the rest area in the Halfway up of Mt. Hiei Of course, this used to be free (the Mt. Hiei skyline that passes through the rest area is a toll road), but in conjunction with the charging of bleachers, fireworks 7,500 yen last year and 10,000 yen this year will be charged for cars parked for viewing purposes (;' ∀') According to the Information on the Internet, there would be no place to put the tripod at noon on the day, so we left quite early I was picked up at 0:00 a.m. and departed. ↓ Arrived at the site around 7:20 ↓ Wait for 12 hours until 19:30 ↓ 19:30~20:30 Appreciation + Photography ↓ 21:00~05:00 The worst 12 hours of my life on-site standby (outdoors under the blazing sun) Bright red on both arms, around the neck, and around the face (;' ∀') With SPF 50 sunscreen, it only lasts a few hours. Even though I tried to secure a good place to go so far By the time we arrived, the best shooting spots were already filled with tripods According to the preliminary survey, it was said that it would be filled with tripods after noon. So we were prepared to give ourselves plenty of time if we arrived after 7 a.m. Completely lagging behind (;' ∀') It was too late ww However, I'm glad that I was in a position where I could shoot without any problems at all if I paid a little attention to the angle of view

(2024-08-08) Lake Biwa Grand Fireworks Festival Part 1 I've always wanted to take a picture of the "Lake Biwa Grand Fireworks Festival" Held in on August 8 I went on a bullet tour (driven by a friend) Since last year, this fireworks festival has been charged and a fence has been set up. Although it is controversial that it cannot be viewed freely This was a twisted tactic of looking down from the rest area in the Halfway up of Mt. Hiei Of course, this used to be free (the Mt. Hiei skyline that passes through the rest area is a toll road), but in conjunction with the charging of bleachers, fireworks 7,500 yen last year and 10,000 yen this year will be charged for cars parked for viewing purposes (;' ∀') According to the Information on the Internet, there would be no place to put the tripod at noon on the day, so we left quite early I was picked up at 0:00 a.m. and departed. ↓ Arrived at the site around 7:20 ↓ Wait for 12 hours until 19:30 ↓ 19:30~20:30 Appreciation + Photography ↓ 21:00~05:00 The worst 12 hours of my life on-site standby (outdoors under the blazing sun) Bright red on both arms, around the neck, and around the face (;' ∀') With SPF 50 sunscreen, it only lasts a few hours. Even though I tried to secure a good place to go so far By the time we arrived, the best shooting spots were already filled with tripods According to the preliminary survey, it was said that it would be filled with tripods after noon. So we were prepared to give ourselves plenty of time if we arrived after 7 a.m. Completely lagging behind (;' ∀') It was too late ww However, I'm glad that I was in a position where I could shoot without any problems at all if I paid a little attention to the angle of view

Prayer at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine today. Hanachozu and yo-yo omikuji. It's my favorite scenery.

A sunflower field that bloomed beautifully

I went to the Festival with my family. Bon dance? Fireworks? No, when it comes to festivals, it's food! It is a photo of my son yellowtail on corn in a straight line without any hesitation.

Summer in Japan, returning to the countryside. Memories of a summer are also an adventure story for children. That thrill and excitement that I experienced when I was a child. I wonder if this is how it will be passed on.

It is a fireworks festival in Kameoka, Kyoto. The couple standing while everyone was sitting and watching. (It's a place where standing room doesn't bother you.)

It is a five-mountain send-off fire in Kyoto. Although it was taken from Arashiyama, there is also a houseboat and there is a Thereare atmosphere.

向日葵镑で暮れゆく色を楽しむ刻 Mie Prefectural Yokkaichi City

Speaking of summer, Bathing in the sea. This is Keino pine grove Beaches on Awaji Island. It was so beautiful!

On the way back from the lively summer festival, the number of people gradually decreased. From the nostalgic scenery of the stalls, I felt the loneliness of the lights of the buildings and apartments gradually increasing.

Photographed 8/30/24. It is Hanachozu of Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Yonaha Maehama Beach on Miyakojima Island 🏖️ It is said to be the most beautiful sea in the East, and it was 🏝️ a really beautiful sea Just looking at it is soothing, but I went into the sea and swam! It is a place 💖 I definitely want to visit again

Sunayama Beach on 🏝️ Miyakojima The color of the sea was crystal clear and it was 🩵💙 very beautiful Take a walk 😆 on the beach

Gamagori Festival It is one of the largest in the Pacific Coast, with a 3-foot-long Jade with a diameter of about 650 meters, and it is powerful fireworks festival

Photographed 8/30/24. It is Hanachozu of Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine and yo-yo omikuji.

Akita Ugo Town Nishimonai Bon Dancing

Fukutoku Shrine is located near Tokyo Station. This is a Power Spot tucked away in a place surrounded by the buildings of a big city. Gari could hear the refreshing colors of summer as I passed by. Many wind chimes brought a moment of coolness.

A photo at the Makuhari Fireworks Festival The fireworks that were launched with the opening signal shone in the still bright sky. The contrast with the sunset and the dark blue sky is beautiful, and it feels summery. I want to use it as a yukata pattern. The fireworks in the night sky are beautiful, but I like the fireworks that shine in the slightly bright sky.

Blue summer.

I saw many nice scenery on my trip to Okinawa!

We will Held in a new Events "Evening Cooling Party" sponsored by the Youth Division of the Minami-Izu Town Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Yuigahama Coast. Outline of Noh and Kyogen is as follows. Date: Saturday, September 7, 2024 (Reiwa 6) Entertainment ◆13:00~18:00 Sea kayaking and standup paddleboarding experience ・Experience time: 50 minutes ・ Adult 1,000 yen, Student 500 yen * Elementary school students must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. ◆15:00~17:00 Obstacle Race Saburo ・Capacity: 30 groups, 60 people ・Participation is possible from the 4th grade of elementary school. ◆18:30~20:00 Hoshisora ★ Cinema IZU ・Free admission ・Minions movie screening ・ 300 seats * Please prepare a rug etc. ◆Stalls ・MOKI ・Hungryʼs ・BLUE La IZU

Heart Rock 🫶 of Miyakojima The sea here was also very beautiful 🩷

This is a photo taken when I participated in the PSYCHIC FES2024 held at BIGCAT, House live performance in Osaka on 8/4. I took a picture as soon as the first bag drop Cinderella of the festival started. I would like to take one photo that allows you to feel the enthusiasm and excitement of the venue Gari.

View of the Daigoji Sanhoin Garden from the National Treasure Omoteshoin. A beautiful and calming summer moment

Kenninji Temple　 I favorite the lush landscape.

Yonaha Maehama Beach 🏖️ The sea on Miyakojima was 🥹 really beautiful I definitely want to go again 🩵

Sugao Stone Buddha Fire Festival This festival takes place in August in Mie Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture, Kyushu. Organized mainly by local residents, it is not large in scale but offers a warm, heartfelt atmosphere. The festival begins with Shinto and Buddhist rites. According to legend, the Sugao cliff-carved Buddha statues were carved by an oni (demon), and to thank the oni everyone invites an oni to appear at the festival, where the organizers present it with a letter of appreciation. In the rooster-crowing imitation contest inspired by the legend, participants perform their own impersonations of a rooster’s crow, filling the venue with smiles. On stage, the vigorous drumming of Toyukai and traditional kagura dances take place. In the latter half of the festival, a torch-throwing ritual called 松明投げ (taimatsu-nage) lights a roughly 3-meter-tall pillar pine by tossing burning torches up into it from below, and many children take on the challenge. ■■■ What the Sugao Stone Buddha Fire Festival Is Local residents hold the festival to revitalize the area and raise awareness of the Sugao cliff-carved Buddhas. The rooster-crowing imitation contest stems from a local legend. In the tale, an oni that settled in the area caused trouble and demanded, “Give me the village maiden as my bride!” The troubled village headman consulted a monk, who told the oni, “If you carve five stone Buddhas into the cliff in one night, you may take the girl as your bride; if you fail, leave the village.” Worried villagers checked at night and found the oni carving the fifth statue. They had the village’s rooster imitation expert mimic a rooster’s crow, tricking the oni into thinking morning had arrived, whereupon it fled.