Today in Akasaka, I met up with a friend. This kind of time is precious. This is Bilbokeh's lunch plate. It is a quiche, a pork tart, and a terrine. Bilboquet means kendama in French.

[Sagami Kokufu Festival] On May 5th, the "Sagami Kokufu Festival" was held at Mt. Kamirayama in Oiso Town, where six companies from the former Sagami Province, including Isehara Sannomiya Hibita Shrine, gathered. The rampaging Mikoshi (portable shrine) of the Sannomiya Hibita Shrine shining in the fresh greenery excited the audience as well as the Great power. By all means, next year!!

Photographed 3/28/24. This is the love water of Kawagoe Kumano Shrine.

Photographed 3/28/24. This is the love water of Kawagoe Kumano Shrine. It is said that it is handmade by a priestess.

[The 33rd Park Greening Festival] In the central square, Hawaiian music and Soran dances are performed. This is a Popular Events event where you can feel the importance of nature and get close to greenery! Saturday, May 11, 2024, 9 a.m. ~ 4 p.m. 　　　　 　12th (Sun) 9 a.m. ~ 3 p.m. Isehara City Sports Park (Nishitomioka 320) * Green Flea Market * Craft class using thinned wood * Distribution of root-rooted sunflower seedlings, mushroom seedlings, etc. Concurrent events *Recycling Exhibition (Contact: Cleaning & Recycling Division, 0463-94-7502) 　From the items collected by the city as bulky garbage, the Silver Human Resources Center 　Sales of about 300 pieces of furniture repaired by * Isehara Environmental Exhibition (Contact: Environmental Measures Division 0463-94-4737) 　 Electric vehicle test drive and eco-driving diagnosis (4/15 ~ Pre-registration is being accepted) 　Experience corner for crafts, etc. 　Quiz rally (with Premiums), etc. 　*Until 3 p.m. on both days *Daily Life Exhibition (in charge: Human Rights and Public Consultation Division, 0463-94-4717) 　Panel exhibition on unscrupulous business practices 　Distribution of educational documents to prevent consumer troubles, etc. 　　*11th (Sat) only *New Physical Fitness Test (Sports Division: 0463-94-4628) 　Subject to adults, grip strength, long-seated forward bending, upper body raising, etc. are measured. 　*12th (Sun) 10 a.m. ~ noon, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. ⁂Contact⁂ 　Midori Park Division 0463-94-4759

Visited the store on May 3, 24. On the occasion of a walk in Kawagoe, I visited LEC Coffee. Black latte and Basque cheesecake. It is very tasty. ?

The remaining snow disappeared and we were finally able to reach it. Taroji Waterfall in Kanuma City, Tochigi Prefecture A waterfall streams vigorously through a green space of fresh greenery and moss The white strip was a very good contrast. There is a cave to the right of the Waterfall basin, creating a sense of seclusion.

Inari-san (Inari Inari Daimyojin) in a corner of Hanazono Shrine in Shinjuku, Tokyo. It just so happened that when I was waiting for people at the meeting, a student came to visit. I was seriously praying, but I wonder what I was praying for in the rain Gari

When I visited the Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine, the Aoi Dancers were demonstrating the shrine.

It is the Usui Third Bridge, commonly known as the "Megane Bridge". It is the largest brick arch bridge in Japan and was completed in the Meiji era. Although it is now abandoned railway lines, I was overwhelmed by the beauty and strength of the Megane Bridge, which once supported Japanese industry.

It is a Carp streamer on Taisho Romantic Dream Street. Today is Children's Day. ?

NICE TO MEET EVERYONE WHO WATCHES COOL JAPAN VIDEOS! The Protector of Hayama Morito Shrine. In the future, this Account will deliver Information of "The Protector of Hayama Morito Shrine (Hayamago Sochinju Mori and Daimyojin)". Best regards! The Protector of Hayama Morito Shrine is a shrine located in Hayama Town, Miura District, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. The God of worship enshrines Oyamatsumi no Mikoto (Oyama no Mikoto) and Kotoshironushi no Mikoto (Kotoshiro no Mikoto). It was founded by welcoming the spirits of Mishima Myojin (Shizuoka Prefecture / Mishima Taisha), which was worshipped by the first shogun of the Kamakura shogunate, Prince Minamoto no Yoritomo, in Hayama, which is famous as a scenic spot. After that, it has a history of being visited by successive generals. Benefits include good luck and good luck, safe childbirth, child treasure, Marriage, business prosperity, and family safety. It is also popular as a scenic spot Representative of Shonan with a view of Mt. Fuji, Enoshima, the Torii (shrine gate) gate of Meijima Island that enshrines the dragon god over Sagami Bay, and the Hayama Lighthouse (Yujiro Lighthouse), and is visited by many worshippers. In particular, the divinely shining Sunset called "Morito Sunset," which has been certified as one of the 50 best scenic spots in Kanagawa, is breathtakingly beautiful. In April and September, you will also have the chance to see Diamond Fuji. Please take a look. From here, we will guide you through the gifts, amulets, and shuin stamps of Morito Shrine. ◆ Morito's Cleansing Salt Morito's Cleansing Salt, which has been used for cleansing and exorcism since ancient times, is ideal for filling entrances and doorways, making offerings to shrines, disposing of favorite items such as dolls, and cleansing baths (please be careful if you have sensitive skin). In addition, it is said that salt brings happiness, and it can also be a prosperous business and good luck. ◆ Child Gems If you stroke it every day, it is a stone that is said to be blessed with children. Please enshrine it on the shrine shelf or in the bedroom. In addition, after being blessed with a child, we receive a prayer for a safe birth, and after giving birth, we write the "child's name" on this child jewelry and return it to the "child jewel store" when visiting the temple. ◆ Amulet We offer a wide variety of amulets. In addition to the "Evil Luck Protection" and "Child Blessing Protection", there are "Wave Riding Protection" that is prayed to ride the big waves of life, "Water Rescue Protection" that removes water-related disasters such as the sea and rivers, "Kagayaki Protection" that is prayed for living a good life, "Enmusubi Gomori" and "Shellfish Love Protection" that are beneficial for Marriages, and "Pet Protection" that depicts dogs and cats. ◆ Takofugu Mikuji There is also a fortune teller "Takotafuku Mikuji" that uses a special fishing rod to catch your favorite puffer fish and octopus. The colorful puffer fish and octopus have strings, so you can carry them with you, or you can tie them to the Precincts with the fortune teller. Morito Shrine also holds Shinto weddings. A total of 60 people can attend, including the groom, bride, and mediator. Priestess dance and gagaku performance plans are also available. Please check the official website for details. Other, there are also prayers such as visiting the shrine, Shichi-Go-San, school bag exorcism ceremony, and shrine-front groundbreaking ceremony. Morito Shrine holds various festivals throughout the year. Every September, an Annual Grand Festival is held to commemorate the founding of Morito Shrine. On the eve of the Annual Grand Festival, the "Yoimiya Festival" and the "Special Goma Burning Shinto Ceremony" are held, which is said to be a prayer for good luck. On the day of the Annual Grand Festival, the Mikoshi (portable shrines) of the five neighborhood associations parade from day to night. In addition, the "Hama-ori Togyo" where the Mikoshi (portable shrine) enters the sea is one of the highlights of the Annual Grand Festival, where not only the power but also the harmony with the sea is fantastic. After the Annual Grand Festival, the traditional Shinto ritual "Yutachi Kagura (Kamakura Kagura)" with a history of more than 800 years is Dedication. ◆Shuin stamps Shuin stamps can be received at the company office. The "fireworks shuin stamps Book", which will be distributed around GW every year, is very popular, and the design is different every year and the quantity is limited, so depending on the year, it may run out before the start of summer. In July and August, we also have a limited edition shuin stamp with the seal of "Summer Prayer", and there are many limited quantities of shuin stamps. shuin stamps and shuin stamps Information are announced on the official website Information new arrivals and Instagram. To access Morito Shrine by train, get off at Zushi Station on the JR Yokosuka Line and take a taxi for about 10 minutes. Alternatively, you can take the Keikyu Bus (East Exit No. 3 Bus Stop) from Zushi Station to Boarding "逗12: Hayama Isshiki bound (around the Coast)" and get off at "Morito Shrine" and walk for 1 minute (16 minutes in total). If you are driving, go from Yokohama Yokosuka Road / Zushi IC via Zuba Shindo to Kamakura. In addition, the parking lot is available for 105 regular cars. (Charged) Accessible by car from Hayama, Kamakura has the atmosphere of an ancient city and is dotted with historical landmarks, beautiful temples and shrines, so you can enjoy a stroll while experiencing Japanese history and culture. By all means, visit the The Protector of Hayama Morito Shrine and Please enjoy Hayama's unique time, (HAYMA TIME) atmosphere, and the beauty of nature. We will continue to send out Information in the future, so please look forward to it!

Visited 5/1/24. Cafe Andon's café latte and strawberry tart. ? The strawberry tart is also recommended.

Visited 5/1/24. This is café andon's andon chicken curry. ? It has just the right amount of spiciness and sweetness, so you can eat it. ?

Early April Ueno Park Tsutendo and Ninja Pond There are many shrub cherry blossoms on the promenade surrounding the pond, so it is a good place to take a two-shot with the cherry blossoms. The sun was setting on the way from the park to the temple, and by the time we passed through the temple and came out on the promenade, lights began to light up here and there. While enjoying the illuminated cherry blossoms at night, I turned around for about half a circle, and the scenery unique to the magic hour, which made me feel like an oasis in the city, was reflected in the water mirror. It seemed that an idol was performing live at a nearby stadium, and the cheerful and cute voices of cheerleading echoed through the pond, making people who came and went smile. At the beginning of the evening, it seems that the bustle has only just begun.

Kamakura Meigetsu-in Temple's Window of Enlightenment On a sunny holiday, I visited Kita-Kamakura. Even in the middle of April, the cherry blossoms turn into leaf cherry blossoms and the landscape is a little lonely, but the scenery glimpsed behind this circular window is deep green, and I could already feel the Omen of summer. Behind the dimly lit Main Shrine, the colorful cut-out composition of the Garden illuminated by natural light is like looking at a painting. No matter what time you visit, you will be able to enjoy the beauty of the four seasons.

Photographed 5/1/24. This is café andon's Hanachozu.

After the Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine Monthly Festival, I relaxed at the Starbucks Bell Ring Street store. Cappuccino and blueberry rare cheesecake.

It is a local Shiroyama Park. When the weather is good, you can see Mt. Fuji and the Izu Peninsula.

The flowers in Toontown were ?✨ beautiful

Photographed 5/1/24. It is a one-year cheap sea bream lottery of Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. The dark green color is said to be Tokiwagi.

【Sagami Kokufu Festival】 　May 5 (Sun) 9:30~ 　Held at Mt. Kamitaka in Oiso Town The Sagami Kokufu Festival brings together six companies from the former Sagami Province, which has been designated as an Intangible folk cultural asset of the prefecture Each company's mikoshi crosses over to Mt. Kamizen From noon, the Representative Shinto ceremony "Sitting and Answering" will be held Ichinomiya Samukawa Shrine (Samukawa Town) 　Ninomiya Kawago Shrine (Ninomiya Town) 　Sannomiya Hibita Shrine (Isehara City) 10:20 departure 　Shinomiya Maetori Shrine (Hiratsuka) One Country, One Shrine Hiratsuka Hachimangu (Hiratsuka) 　Sosha Rokusho Shrine (Oiso Town) Parking is limited, so please come by public transportation 10 minutes by bus from Oiso Station, get off in front of Oiso Prince Hotel, 10 minutes on foot * Some roads are closed around Oyaba and Mt. Kamira. 　9 a.m. ~ 6 p.m. For details, please see the Rokusho Shrine website.

【Isehara Daijingu Wakaba Festival】Light rain 5/5 (Sun) Children's Day 10:00~14:00 I hope that children will grow up quickly like "Wakatake" The Wish Wakaba Festival will be held. *Children's Health Prayer Festival (at the Precincts in front of Kaguraden) 　　Praying for the safe growth of children in front of God 　　Changed from 10:00 → 11:00 from last year 　　Please note that there is only one time at 11 o'clock. * Making bamboo toys 　　10:30~14:00 　　Nostalgic bamboo dragonfly, bamboo flute Gari fist making, etc. 　　Let's take on the challenge! * With the flea market that was held before Corona 　　The kite painting experience will not be held. Koinobori is also Gari, and a mock shop will also be opened. 　 Inquiries Isehara Daijingu Shrine Office (0463-96-1611)

The Yomeimon Gate at the Nikko Tosho-gu shrine. We arrived towards the closing time of this shrine and yet this gate made me stand and stare at the gorgeous detail of the artist's work. Very symbolic of the beautiful Japanese history. The cherry on the cake was that beyond this gate, we could walk up to the final resting place of Tokugawa Ieyasu, someone who I admire and had read about so much before arriving in Japan.

Today, I attended the Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine Monthly Festival. Seasonal moeki-colored sea bream lottery.

Photographed 4/11/24. Behind the Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine, it is the honorary cherry blossom of the Shingashi River.

This is the garden scene of Sensoji Temple just before the Someiyoshino cherry blossoms are in full bloom. The tree you can see in the back left is Someiyoshino. During the day, it is crowded with many tourists, but at night it is quiet with no people. There are a lot of street lights and lights, and if you don't show them, the cherry blossom trees will be small. It was a place where if you put the whole cherry blossom tree in, there would be a lot of ghosts. I took a lot of pictures while changing the angle of view little by little.

There are ✨✨ many colorful Flowers and Carp streamers ? From Nagai Uminote Park Soleil Hill

This year, the Someiyoshino cherry blossoms bloomed later than last year, so I went to take pictures of the cherry blossoms on a sunny morning in March. At that time, it seemed to coincide with the breakfast time of the whitebirds, and I took a picture of several whitebirds coming to eat the nectar of the cherry blossoms. Most of the whitebirds moved frequently from flower to flower, but the child in the photo was a bird model who stayed still until he finished taking a picture. Thank you for letting me take this picture.

Photographed 4/11/24. Behind the Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine, it is the honorary cherry blossom of the Shingashi River. When I was looking back, there was a nice photo.