Introducing the post COOL JAPAN VIDEOS official social media account "Tokachi Tourism Federation"! Tokachi, Hokkaido is a region made up of 19 municipalities. It is also famous for red beans, potatoes and wheat. Rich in nature, Lake Shikaribetsu is a popular tourist destination. You can also enjoy the outdoors such as rafting and horse riding.

The Gion Festival after dark. I'm sure I'm not the only one who was relieved to see so many people gathering in one place and that the coronavirus has finally ended. It was one that was able to capture the original Japanese festival.

Gion Festival and people who flow like water. About 100,000 people visit from all over the country every year. I took a picture of such a large number of people flowing.

The moment when the Gion Festival is illuminated by the setting sun in the scorching heat. I learned a lot from my first Gion Festival. Next time, I would like to learn more about the historical background!

The city of Gion illuminated by the setting sun was beautiful. I went to the Gion Festival in Kyoto for the first time, but it was too interesting, so please go there!

★Kushiro Japanese Crane Reserve★ The red-crowned cranes are a special natural monument. In the summer, it lives deep in the marshland and it is not possible to see it in nature, but in Kushiro Japanese Crane Reserve, it is bred and protected in conditions close to nature, so you can ☺️ observe the cranes near the middle of the year. When you actually see it, it is very large and beautiful. The chicks born in May this year have grown up splendidly and are the same size as their mothers, but ? the gesture that still remains young is very cute ?. Please come and visit us (^^ ＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊ 【Kushiro Japanese Crane Reserve】 Location: 112 Tsuruoka, Kushiro City Tel: 0154-56-2219 Hours: Daylight saving time 4/10~10/14 9:00~18:00 Winter time10/15~4/9 9:00~16:00 Fee: Adults (high school students and above) 480 yen Elementary and junior high school students 110 yen Access: ・About 40 minutes by car from Kushiro Station / 60 minutes by Akan Bus ・About 3 km from Tancho Kushiro Airport by car About 10 minutes. ＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊

Ginowan Heart ♥ Project In Ginowan City, Okinawa Prefecture It is installed in the Ginowan Marine Support Center. If you post it to the "commemorative post" Designed with Namie Amuro as a motif ╲ We are implementing a service to stamp and mail a commemorative small seal ╱! !! It was also used in the project to deliver thoughts to Amuro #ALLFOR916 An autographed "Heart Post" is also on display. 【Heart Post / Commemorative Post Opening Period】 2022/9/16(Fri)~2023/9/15(Fri) * We will inform you of the extension of the opening period as soon as it is decided. For details, please check ♪♥ the "Ginowan City Tourism Promotion Association website". Ginowande Machi Bindo ~!

One piece for play today The double exposure of the rope rock and the ripples made it look like the rock had fallen to the surface of the water. (Processing in Photoshop)

Hiroshima Bayside Beach Saka (Recommended spots in Hiroshima) Baysite Beach ? One photo ? from the picture frame ?️ of a plastic bottle with magic hour and silhouette shooting It was a good atmosphere with a model who could feel the wind and the color of the sky reflected in the unevenness of the plastic bottle.

What time is Shirahama, Shirahama. It is literally as white as snow on the "white beach". Swimming is good, but a relaxing sandy beach before swimming is also good. The sunsets here are top class and beautiful. The sea, sandy beach and sunset are beautiful.

Orange Falls... It is a cloud waterfall Shiori Pass Uonuma City, Niigata Prefecture. Tinted a faint orange in the morning sun... It's nothing short of spectacular! I'm so divine... 2023.06.25.

fireworks festival rain... Summer is finally here! fireworks season begins! In Minamiuonuma City, Niigata Prefecture, a furious trifecta (^_^;) from last weekend fireworks Minamiuonuma City Kanetsugu-ko Festival Fireworks on Wednesday, July 19.

A midsummer night... Summer is finally here! Fireworks season has begun! In Minamiuonuma City, Niigata Prefecture, a furious trifecta (^_^;) from last weekend July 16 (Sun) Sumiyoshi Shrine Annual Grand Festival Shiozawa Festival Fireworks Festival. A midsummer night...

A midsummer night... Summer is finally here! Fireworks season has begun! In Minamiuonuma City, Niigata Prefecture, a furious trifecta (^_^;) from last weekend July 16 (Sun) Sumiyoshi Shrine Annual Grand Festival Shiozawa Festival Large Smoke Fire Festival.

Falling on the city of Urasa, large flowers, flashes, loud sounds! Summer is finally here! It's the beginning of the fireworks season. In Minamiuonuma City, Niigata Prefecture, a furious festival, a fireworks festival triptych! I've (^_^;) done everything ~ Please take a look! !! (^^♪♡ First of all, on Saturday, July 15, the Hakusan Shrine Annual Grand Festival, Urasa Summer Festival.

"The 10th Mugikan Festival" will be held! You can enjoy freshly harvested wheat with all five senses. There are many fun events such as selling freshly picked wheat bread, rolling barley rolls, and tractor test drives! 【Date & Time】Saturday, August 19, 2023 10:00~14:00 【Place】Wheat field at Takenaka Farm 【Admission】Adults 1,500, Elementary and junior high school students 500 yen *Cancelled in case of rain

The Great Pioneer of the Four Kingdoms.

【Obihiro City・Horse-drawn carriage bar】Change the scenery, change the scenery April 2019. With the arrival of spring, horse-drawn carriages began to run through the streets of Tokachi and Obihiro. A new form of people and horses begins in the city. Koma-chan, who has retired from Banei horse racing, has crisp eyes, very long lower lashes, and a body shape that weighs about 1 ton, gently pulls the carriage and is comfortable to sit on. Accompanied by locally made craft beer and snacks, enjoy a unique experience of watching the bustling downtown area at night from a horse-drawn carriage, such as the northern food stalls and Obihiro Station front. After the tour, hop out of the carriage and go out into the city you saw earlier, enjoying different scenery and local food. You can see the scenery of Obihiro City from the horse-drawn carriage, and from the seats on the second floor, you can feel even more emotional. ◎ Every Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturday, 3 flights per day ((1) PM6 (2) PM7 (3) PM8) operate. ◎ Price 3,300 yen (tax included) / 50 minutes ◎ 1 drink and snacks are set. Please choose between beer, wine or soft drinks at the beginning of your journey when you pick up your ticket. ? ☞ Reservations reserva.be/bashabar ? Official Site reserva.be/bashabar

In summer, you still want to go see the sea. This is Ine Town, Ine's Funaya. The sea is as beautiful as I have ever seen it. The green of the rice fields, the blue of the sea and the blue of the sky. It's beautiful. In autumn, the contrast between the golden color of the rice terraces and the sea will surely be wonderful, so I would like to go there again around that time.

Speaking of festival days, milk rice crackers.

My first Bon Odori. There are so many things I've never seen at the shrine that I can't stop being excited about!

Wearing a yukata for the first time at the festival. I was so happy and fun that I was smiling all the time!

Introducing the post COOL JAPAN VIDEOS official social media account "Ebetsu Tourism Association"! Ebetsu City, Hokkaido is a town located in the center of the Ishikari Plain. Specialties include "Haruyutaka", which is said to be a phantom wheat, and "Ezo Tajima beef". There are also many attractive sightseeing spots such as "Ebetsu City Forest Campsite" and "Ebetsu Brick".

At the beginning of June, the still lush wheat fields turn golden and the harvest is about to begin. It is the largest producer of wheat Otofuke in Japan. In the field after harvesting, barley culm rolls (which become beds for cows) are ready. The harvested wheat is transformed into delicious bread and udon noodles. There are many delicious bakeries and cake shops in Tokachi. The price is also very reasonable, with bread in the 100 yen range and cake in the 200 yen range. When you see the crops that are actually grown in this way, you develop a sense of gratitude for what you eat.

Nice to meet you! It is the Tokachi Tourism Federation. We would like to introduce the attractive information of Hokkaido Tokachi, which is blessed with vast land and beautiful nature. First of all, we will deliver the basic information of Tokachi. Tokachi is made up of 19 municipalities, including the central city of Obihiro. "19 Municipalities of Tokachi" Obihiro City, Otofuke, Shihoro Town, Kamishihoro Town, Shikaoi Town, Shintoku Town, Shimizu Town, Memuro Town, Naka Satsunai Village, Sarabetsu Village, Taiki Town, Hiroo Town, Makubetsu, Ikeda Town, Toyokoro Town, Honbetsu Town, Ashoro, Rikubetsu Town, Urahoro Town The origin of the place name Tokachi in Hokkaido comes from the fact that it was called "Tokapuchi", which means Tokachi River in the Ainu language used by the indigenous people of Hokkaido. Due to the continental climate of Tokachi, the temperature in spring and summer is relatively high even in Hokkaido. In winter, the minimum temperature is -30 degrees Celsius, but there is little snow and there is a lot of sunny weather. The main route to Tokachi is from Tokachi-Obihiro Airport by plane. Tokachi Obihiro Airport is about one and a half hours from Haneda Airport and about 1 hour and 45 minutes from central Nagoya. By train, you can travel from Sapporo to JR Obihiro Station in as little as 2 hours and 24 minutes. Tokachi is a treasure trove of nature, and each of the 19 municipalities and regions is full of diverse attractions, and there are many sightseeing spots where you can encounter beautiful scenery and animals. In this post, we will introduce some of the popular sightseeing spots. Banei Tokachi (Obihiro Racecourse) in Obihiro City is the only racecourse in the world that holds the Banei Horse Race, where racehorses compete by pulling sleds. In the Banei race, you compete in strength, speed, and endurance. The powerful sight of running on the 200-meter-long course is a must-see! In addition, there is a "petting zoo" where you can interact with ponies and rabbits, and you can enter even on days when there are no races. The next place to introduce is "Tokachi Hills" in Makubetsu. It is a complex of nature and flowers spreading on the hill, and you can enjoy themed gardens with the main theme of "agriculture and food". Various flowers such as roses and herbs are in bloom, and you can enjoy the flowers throughout the year. At the garden café in the park, there are also menus that can only be eaten here, such as a sandwich caskoot made with roasted ham from the world's only national treasure (Hungarian national treasure) "Mangalica pork". Next, we will introduce the sightseeing spots around Tokachi Hills. "Kofuku Station" is about 20 minutes by car from Tokachi Hills. Booming in the 1970s with the catchphrase "From the land of love to happiness", the sacred place for lovers "Kofuku Station" is still a popular spot for couples wishing for happiness. From the end of April ~ the end of November, we also hold a "Kofuku Station Happy Ceremony" where you can experience a mock wedding. Aikoku Station, which also boomed like the Kofuku Station, is located about 15 minutes by car from the Kofuku Station. Currently, it is known as the "Transportation Memorial Museum", and the "Happiness Yuki" ticket monument in front of the station building is recommended as a photo spot. Tokachigawa Onsen, which can be reached in about 25 minutes by car from Tokachi Hills, is a hot spring village on the banks of the Tokachi River. "Mall Onsen", which can be enjoyed at Tokachigawa Onsen, has been selected as a Hokkaido Heritage Site and is a valuable plant-based hot spring in Japan. The effects of Mole Onsen include neuralgia, muscle pain, joint pain, chronic women's diseases, and sensitivity to cold. There are also hotels in the vicinity where you can take a day trip. While surrounded by beautiful nature, you can heal your daily fatigue by soaking in hot springs. In the Tokachi area, there are 15 roadside stations that provide local specialties, gourmet food, and tourist information. (As of July 2023) The railway station was renovated in 2011, and Roadside Station Ashoro Ginga Hall 21 is a roadside station in Ashoro that still retains the remnants of the railway. At the shop and bakery, you can enjoy bread made with Japan's largest butterbur, Rawanbuki, which is also a specialty of the Ashoro, and local gourmet dishes such as rawan buki soft at the restaurant. The local gourmet "pork bowl" that you can enjoy at the "Kumanoko Community Exchange Product Center Store" is also a gem that you can't miss! At the roadside station, you can spend valuable time unique to the region, such as food using local specialties. Please stop by for memories of your trip. Next, we will introduce spots where you can come into contact with the vast nature of Hokkaido. Lake Onneto, one of the three most secret lakes in Hokkaido, is a tourist attraction located in the westernmost part of Akan-Mashu National Park. Since the color of the water surface changes depending on the season and time, it is also called "Goshikinuma". The observation deck, where you can enjoy the view of the Lake Onneto with Mt. Meakan and Akan Fuji in the background, is a recommended viewing spot. The Taushubetsu River Bridge (Lake Nukabira) in Kamishihoro Town is a 130-meter-long concrete arch bridge built in 1937. There are about 60 arch bridges of various sizes that were previously used as the JNR Shihoro Line, and they are preserved as modern industrial heritage. In spring, the snow melts and the water level rises, and the reflection of the arch on the surface of the water can be seen on the glasses, so it is also called "Spectacle Bridge". Mikuni Toge (Kamishihoro Town) in Daisetsuzan National Park is the highest mountain pass in Hokkaido at an altitude of 1,139 meters. There is no doubt that you will be fascinated by the beauty and power of nature, such as the sea of fresh green trees and vivid autumn leaves. At Mikuni Pass Café at the top of Mikuni Pass, special menus such as home-roasted hand drip coffee are popular. The last "Tokachi Ranch" we will introduce is a vast ranch with an area of 4,092 hectares in Otofuke. We raise Hokkaido horses, sheep and cows. The 1.3km birch avenue that continues from the entrance of the ranch is a popular spot. In Tokachi, Hokkaido, various events are held throughout the year. The Tokachi Port Festival "Tokachi Port Fireworks Festival" held in Hiroo Town is the only fireworks festival held at the port in the Tokachi area. The underwater fireworks spreading on the surface of the sea are one of the highlights! In 2023, it is scheduled to be held on August 5. The "Obihiro Plain Festival" in summer, the "Obihiro Chrysanthemum Festival" in autumn, and the "Obihiro Ice Festival" in winter are popular festivals as "Three Major Festivals of Obihiro". In addition, the "Kachimai Fireworks Festival" held on the banks of the Tokachi River is a fireworks festival that is a hot topic for its highly entertaining composition. You can watch a fireworks show with music, lighting and fireworks. In 2023, it will be held on August 13. Tokachi, Hokkaido is an attractive region that harmonizes vast nature with gastronomy, hot springs, and sightseeing spots. We will continue to deliver sightseeing spots, events, gourmet information, etc. in the Tokachi area that we could not tell you in this post! Stay tuned!

Kyoto Gion Festival in extreme heat Filmed a child getting on a long sword halberd. Since children cannot put their feet on the ground after receiving an exorcism, it seems that there is a custom for adults to ride on their shoulders to the halberd.

Was in Sapporo over the weekend for an errand and had enough time to stop by a few places before having to leave. Took a walk through Nakajima Park early in the morning and saw a turtle and a heron relaxing by one of the ponds. There were also a bunch of ducks enjoying breakfast in the grass nearby. Also managed to stop by Hokkaido Shrine and and the Sapporo Beer Museum, both of which were very cool. I really liked the architecture of Hokkaido Shrine, and it was fun reading the signs to read about the different emperors that had visited the shrine and in what year. The beer museum was fun as well. Learning about all the history was really cool, and seeing the different advertisements used throughout the years was pretty neat as well. Ended up buying matching cups and I got a shirt as well. Hokkaido Shrine and the Sapporo Beer Museum are definitely two of the best spots to visit in Sapporo if you ask me. I would have liked to visit Shiroi Koibito Park as well, but they were already closed by the time we were able to visit, so I guess that’ll have to wait for next time. Was a great time overall.

For the first time in a long time Hachioji festival will be held! This year it will be August 4th~6th. The fireworks festival will take place in Fujimori Park on July 29. This fireworks can be seen ? from the school, and on August 6th, our students will volunteer to help with the multicultural coexistence booth. Please come and Hachioji!

Nice to meet you, everyone! My name is Kushiro Tourism & Convention Association! We will disseminate information about Kushiro City, Hokkaido, an attractive city where nature and culture live. Thank you very much. Kushiro City, Hokkaido is located in eastern Hokkaido (Eastern Hokkaido region) and is blessed with nature with two national parks, Kushiro Shitsugen National Park and Akan Mashu National Park. There are two main gateways to Kushiro City: Tancho Kushiro Airport for access by plane and JR Kushiro Station for access by train. ◎ Haneda Airport 〜 Tancho Kushiro Airport ... Approx. 1 hour 45 minutes ◎ Kushiro Airport 〜 JR Kushiro Station ... About 30 minutes by car or 45 minutes by bus ◎ JR Sapporo Station 〜 JR Kushiro Station ... Approx. 4 hours JR Kushiro Station has a bus terminal for city lines, so please use it for sightseeing in Kushiro city. Kushiro's summer climate is one of the coolest cities in Hokkaido, with an average maximum temperature of about 21.4 degrees Celsius. There is no residual heat, and in September, the temperature drops below 20 degrees and you can spend a comfortable time. In winter, there is little snow, and the first snow is around November. It is an area with little snow in Hokkaido. Kushiro, with its vast wetlands, beautiful lakes, and rich wildlife, is full of attractions. Since it faces the Kushiro River and the Sea of Okhotsk, you can also enjoy fresh seafood. Here are some of the fascinating tourist spots! 【 Kushiro Shitsugen National Park 】 It is a national park with the largest wetland in Japan, with a total area of 287.8 km², which is the size that completely encompasses Tokyo. It is also a habitat for valuable animals and plants such as the natural monument cranes, and the Japanese white-bellied cranes and the white-bellied cranes. 【 Akan Mashu National Park 】 It is a historic park designated as the second national park in Japan by 1934 (Showa 9). With a total area of 914.13 km², you can see calderas formed by volcanoes such as Lake Akan, Lake Kussharo, and Lake Mashu in the park. 【 Kushiro Japanese Crane Reserve 】 Opened in 1958, this wetland park was created for the purpose of protecting and nurturing red-crowned cranes, which are special natural monuments. In 1970, we succeeded in artificially hatching cranes for the first time in the world, and this facility possesses this technology and cranes breeding technology. You can appreciate the rarest cranes throughout the year. 【 Lake Akan 】 Located in Akan Mashu National Park in the northern part of Kushiro City, this lake has been rated three stars by the Michelin Green Guide Japan, and is a tourist spot that represents eastern Hokkaido. Marimo, a special natural monument, also inhabits the area, and you can enjoy sightseeing boats, autumn leaves, and Japanese smelt fishing in winter when the lake surface freezes. 【 Kushiro Fisherman's Wharf MOO 】 Opened in 1989, it is a commercial complex where you can enjoy shopping and events of Hokkaido famous confectionery. The innovative exterior design with the motif of Kushiro's nature was designed by Mr. Kiko Mozuna, an architect from Kushiro. At the Minato Yatai on the 2nd floor, you can enjoy fresh seafood and other Kushiro gourmet dishes. Please stop by for souvenirs and meals. 【 Kushiro City Zoo 】 Opened in 1975, it is the largest zoo in Hokkaido. You can also observe Ezomomon moths, cranes, polar bears, etc. There is also an amusement park and a barbecue corner in the park, which is a recommended spot for families and animal lovers. 【 Road Station Akan Tancho no Sato 】 Akan Tancho no Sato is a roadside station located along National Route 240, halfway between Kushiro city and the shore of Lake Akan. At the hot spring facility "Red Beret" on the premises, you can enjoy 100% free-flowing natural hot springs. In addition, the restaurant offers a menu that uses local ingredients such as Akan Momiji, Akan Pork, Akan Black Wagyu Beef, and Akan Malt Beef. 【 Kushiro Akachochin Yokocho 】 Started operating in bicycle-towed food cart in 1952 after the war, it is the oldest food stall village in Hokkaido. About a 15-minute walk from JR Kushiro Station, there are many unique shops with a taste that retains the remnants of the Showa era. 【 Kushiro Shitsugen Norokko Train 】 Kushiro Shitsugen Norokko Train is a sightseeing train that runs through the Kushiro wetlands. You can fully feel the magnificent view of the marshland spreading out the train window. Kushiro is also famous for its delicious seafood. Here are some recommended markets. Along with Sapporo Nijo Market and Hakodate Morning Market, Kushiro Washo Market is called the "Three Major Markets in Hokkaido" and is popular with locals. You can enjoy the local taste in a lively atmosphere, and the famous "Katsutedon" is exquisite, which is eaten on a bowl by choosing a lot of fresh ingredients. In addition, various festivals are expected to take place in 2023. Please participate in events such as "KIRI FESTIVAL 2023", "The 76th Kushiro Port Festival" and "20th Kushiro Tairyo Donpaku" where you can feel the local traditions and culture, and enjoy the lively atmosphere. Kushiro City, Hokkaido is an attractive city where nature and culture are in harmony, and you can spend quality time. We will send out the charms of Kushiro City, which still has many more, in COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, so thank you!

【Shichiku Garden ~Yuka~】 In the garden of Shichiku Garden, you can see various kinds of flowers blooming freely in your favorite places, and in the Shichiku Garden, wildflowers called weeds also live with our own faces. Such wildflowers are also important companions who create the scenery of the garden. shichikugarden.com ※ Convenient and advantageous Tokachi flower tour common ticket ↓ obikan.jp/page-6471 (Available at the garden facility)