[Oyama & Isehara City General Sports Park Autumn Foliage Update] 2024 🍁 The Oyama autumn foliage light-up and OyamaCableCar nighttime service (until 7:00 PM on weekdays and 8:00 PM on weekends and holidays) run through Sunday, December 1, 2024! Enjoy a magical atmosphere unlike daytime, with Shonan night views blending with beautiful autumn colors. Here are Oyama Temple on the morning of Sunday, November 24, and the illuminated lower shrine of Oyama Afuri Shrine on Monday, November 25. Oyama attracts many visitors and is almost at peak color now! ※It becomes very crowded on weekends. If you come by car, you may wait 2–3 hours for parking. Please use public transportation whenever possible. ※Sunset comes early, so if you plan to head for the mountaintop, start early in the morning and allow plenty of time. Access: From Odakyu Line Isehara Station North Exit, platform 4 Take the bus bound for Oyama Cable (about 30 minutes) Get off at the last stop and walk 15 minutes to the cable car station. 🍂 These are the magnificent ginkgo rows inside Isehara City General Sports Park from last weekend. A leisurely walk! The sports park offers many playgrounds such as a long and wide slide and a tarzan rope. Situated on a hill, it also provides panoramic views of the mountains and town surrounding Isehara, making it well worth a visit! Isehara City General Sports Park Access: From Odakyu Line Isehara Station North Exit, platform 3 Kanagawa Chuo Bus No. I-34 bound for Nanasawa Get off at the ‘‘General Sports Park’’ stop and walk 5 minutes.

Shop: Christmas items🎄 Wreaths, patchwork pieces, postcards and more We have an expanding selection of cute items♪ About one month until Christmas🎄 Children are surely waiting for Santa Claus with excited hearts and eager anticipation🎅✨ At Roadside Station Iwanai, Taramaru and Beniko are dressed as Santa! Please take your time browsing the shop when you stop by

This is the Scene of Lake Onneto today (11/25). The road entering Lake Onneto from the national highway is a compacted snow ice burn. Please be careful when passing. The surface of Lake Onneto is only thin ice at the water's edge. It will take some time for the ice to form firmly. On the Lake Onneto Line, which leads to the lake, the gate from Nonaka Hot Spring will close at 10 a.m. on Friday, December 6, and both cars will be closed during the winter season (until April 11 next year). Please note that the road from the national highway to the Hot Spring will not be blocked, but you will not be able to go beyond it to the lake by Car.

[Autumn leaves are in full bloom! ] 11/19 Minami-Alps City This morning, the temperature is Traditional Japanese straw raincoat nationwide, and winter has arrived in the Minami-Alps City! It was so cold that it reminded me of. The Autumn leaves in Minami-Alps City today (11/19) also seem to be progressing at once due to this cold. Mt. Mt. Kushigata is covered with a carpet of warm colors, and Inagako and other places in the city are in full bloom.

Autumn Oyama Foliage Update 2024🍁 Oyama, bustling with the low-mountain hiking boom⛰ The Oyama foliage light-up and OyamaCableCar night service continue Open until 19:00 on weekdays and until 20:00 on weekends and holidays! As of today, Friday, November 22, Oyama and Oyama Temple look about 60% colored, as you can see. Peak color is expected around Wednesday the 27th, and it may remain good for about another week after that. Near the Oyama Cable station, a ‘‘October cherry’’ (10-gatsu-zakura) was in bloom. Concurrent Events November 23 (Sat), November 24 (Sun), November 30 (Sat), December 1 (Sun) 10:00–16:00 *Shukubo Stamp & Quiz Rally* Visit temple lodgings to collect stamps, answer quizzes, and you might win a lovely prize!? *Old Sando Marche* Along the old sando road in front of the Afuri Shrine office, various food trucks and local shops will set up stalls. 🍁We look forward to seeing you🍁 ※Weekends get very crowded. Days end early, so if you plan to head to the mountaintop, start early in the morning and allow plenty of time. Access: Odakyu Line Isehara Station North Exit, Bus Stop No. 4 Take the ‘for Oyama Cable’ bus for about 30 minutes Get off at the terminus and walk 15 minutes to the cable car station

Oyama Sky Lanterns® —Set your wish aloft from 700 m above sea level🌠— Call for Participants Would you like to release a Sky Lantern® into the night sky above MtOoyama from the Ōyama Afuri Shrine Lower Precincts, accompanied by the two-star scenic views of Michelin Green Guide Japan? We are now accepting participants! This rare experience pairs the shrine’s illuminated structures with lanterns carrying each person’s wishes and thoughts, creating a dreamy panorama of lights and night scenery. The OyamaCableCar line will also be lit up along its route and will operate until 19:00. Limited to 50 lanterns, first-come, first-served. 3,000 yen per lantern (tax included). *Up to two people may participate per lantern.* *Date and Time* Sunday, January 12, 2025 — event proceeds in light rain; canceled in severe weather. Registration: 15:00–16:00 Launch: 16:30 *Venue* Ōyama Afuri Shrine Lower Precincts *Access* From Isehara Station north exit on the Odakyu Line, take the Kanachu bus from platform 4 bound for Oyama Cable (about 25 minutes). Get off at the final stop and walk 15 minutes, or take the 6-minute Oyama Cable to Afuri Shrine Station. *How to Apply* WEB: Use the QR code on the flyer or visit the Isehara City Tourism Association website. By phone: Isehara City Tourism Association (0463-73-7373), weekdays 9:00–17:00. By FAX: Complete the Oyama Sky Lantern® application form on the back of the flyer and fax it to 0463-73-6606. *Payment Methods* Cash: At the Isehara City Tourism Association counter (on the stairs at the north exit of Isehara Station on the Odakyu Line), weekdays 9:00–17:00. Bank transfer: Yokohama Bank, Isehara Branch, Ordinary 6072115, General Incorporated Association Isehara City Tourism Association, Representative Director Hitoshi Meguro. *Application and Payment Deadline* Thursday, December 26, 2024 Your application is confirmed upon receipt of payment, so please pay as soon as possible. Please note that cancellations after payment are generally not accepted. For the flyer, application form, and further details, please see the Isehara City Tourism Association website. Sky Lanterns® are registered trademarks of the Japan Sky Lantern Association® and Exploud Inc. Cooperation: Japan Sky Lantern Association® Usage Permit No. JSA045665P

Notice of Stone-Roasted Sweet Potato Sales Saturday, November 23 and Sunday, November 24. On both days, stone-roasted sweet potatoes will be sold from around 11:00 AM! We will also offer roasted Anno sweet potatoes, known as the “king of sweet potatoes.” Please give them a try♪ Prices - Roasted sweet potato (Beniharuka, Beni Azuma): small 200 yen · large 300 yen - Roasted sweet potato (Anno sweet potato): small 300 yen · large 400 yen - Roasted baked potato: 200 yen *Get 50 yen off the total bill for every two items purchased.

Tadachi Washi Papermaking Experience 2024! The tradition of washi papermaking has long been passed down in the Tadachi area of Nagiso town. At one time it was an important winter side industry for farming families. Although Tadachi washi vanished for a while with the spread of Western paper, the town restored the house of Tadachi Washi in 1985 to preserve the traditional techniques and share them with many people. At the Washi House, artisans still carry on the papermaking craft today.✨ The Washi House now offers a winter-only papermaking experience! Because it uses natural materials and cold water, this is a precious experience available only in winter.👀 There are two workshop options: a postcard and a koban (oval coin) size. Why not make your own one-of-a-kind original washi paper? Period: December–March Location: Tadachi Washi House (234-2 Tadachi, Nagiso town) Inquiries: 0573-75-4910 (Washi House) ※Reservation required For details, please check the Nagiso Tourism Association website "Burari Nagiso."✨

Nippori Dokan Festival 2024 — Held in light rain, canceled in severe weather Ota Dokan, famed for building Edo Castle in the Muromachi period, also has ties to Arakawaku From Isehara City, local specialties including shiitake mushrooms and cheesecake and drinkable yogurt from Kashiwagi Farm will be on sale. Try on samurai armor free of charge with the Isehara Handmade Armor Team’s costume experience (12:30–13:30) and become a warrior! This event offers fun for both children and adults, so come and join us! Date and time: Saturday, November 23 (holiday) 10:00–15:00 Venue: Nippori Ekimae Event Hiroba 2-24 Nishinippori, Arakawaku, Tokyo Metropolis A 2-minute walk from Nippori station East Exit Contact: Arakawaku Industry and Economy Department, Tourism Promotion Division 03-3802-4689

Autumn at Ooyama: Fall Foliage Update 2024🍁 Starting today, Wednesday, November 20, the Ooyama autumn foliage illumination and the OyamaCableCar night service begin, running until 7:00 PM on weekdays and until 8:00 PM on weekends and holidays. As of yesterday, Tuesday, November 19, Ooyama and the trial-lit Oyama Temple look as shown here. Peak foliage is expected around Saturday, November 23 through Wednesday, November 27, and it may continue for about another week after that. Even if earlier, enjoy the beautiful color gradations! Cooler temperatures deepen the colors, revealing stunning crimson leaves! If the weather stays warm, you can enjoy them for longer. 🍁Come and experience this enchanting world—we look forward to seeing you🍁 *Because sunset comes early, those aiming for the mountaintop should start early in the morning. Also, expect crowds and allow extra time for your visit. *After rain, trails can be slippery and muddy, so please take extra care with your footing.

Isehara Event Last Weekend 2024 On Saturday, November 16, the 44th Livestock Festival, Agriculture Festival, and Citizen Activity (Support Center) Festa were held in the same area on the same day, drawing many visitors. Kururin also made an appearance, the open-air market sold out quickly and was a great success, and people enjoyed a day interacting with animals 🐄 and taking part in many hands-on booths. On Sunday, November 17, the Rakuichi Rakuza market held at Hachiman Shrine in Higashi-Otake showed many people enjoying conversations with shopkeepers and had a lively atmosphere!

[Event: Report on the November 9 (Sat) Salt Road Walk!] Here is a report on our autumn Salt Road Walk, where participants felt history underfoot. The walk began in the Sha district at Nishina Shinmeigu Shrine. The morning started shrouded in mist, but the sky cleared into perfect blue as the day progressed. Participants enjoyed walking while gazing up at the snow-capped Northern Alps. Thank you to everyone who joined us 😍 A brief introduction: we plan to hold this event again around the same time next year. If you’re interested, please check our association website in the fall. Omachi City Tourism Association

Takaharu Yoku Shiyouya Association "Takaharu Station Illumination" Installed‼️ Lights will be on from Sunday, December 1, 2024 to Wednesday, January 15, 2025 They will be lit from 5:30 PM to 10:30 PM. Details of the Lighting Ceremony ✴︎Date: Sunday, December 1 ✴︎Time: From 5:30 PM ✳︎Venue: Around Takaharu Station (MASAHIRO Garden Square) ✳︎Address: 473-6 Nishifumoto, Takaharacho, Nishimorokata District, Miyazaki Prefecture ✳︎Parking: Several parking areas are available nearby, but please drive carefully as many pedestrians will be present. ❇︎On the day there will be the annual servings of delicious pork miso soup and sweet red bean soup (zenzai)‼️ Sponsored by: Kibou no Mise, MASAHIRO Garden, Nishimoro Saiten

[Oyama Colorful Rice Ekiben Sales Notice] 2024 “Eat and Music Penpen Shokudo” and “Megumi Kitchen” × “Odakyu Station Staff” Collaboration Limited quantities! Please enjoy this exciting ekiben that connects customers with Oyama 🍂! Sale dates and times: Saturday, November 16, 2024; Sunday, November 17, 2024; Saturday, November 23, 2024; Sunday, November 24, 2024 From 7:30 AM until sold out Sales location: Concourse inside the ticket gates at Isehara Station on the Odakyu Line Price: 1 item 1,000 yen (tax included) ※Cash only

Participants of the Mikane Road Walk in Nagano will wear costumes on Saturday 16th, Ueda Kokubunji ~ "Unno Yado" and "Old Tanaka Inn (Tanaka Shopping Street)" around 11:30-13:30 ~ A total of about 100 people will walk to Komoro Drum Gate. Some people take the Tanaka Station Boarding to Komoro Station. The "Golden Road" that connects the Sado Gold and Silver Mines and Edo

Cycling Guide Tour — Fruit Sweets Plan Cycle out to an orchard and pick apples 🍎 Enjoy sweets made with the apples you picked! Right now in Toyooka Village, it's apple (Sun Fuji) harvest season 🍎 The pleasant riding weather continues! We look forward to your participation in the Fruit Sweets Plan! For tour details, please check the Toyooka Tabi Jikan website.

Isehara Rakuichi Rakuza 2024 Rakuichi Rakuza, which carefully shares the thoughts and craftsmanship behind products and services from local shopkeepers and producers while offering opportunities to meet them, will be held for the first time at a shrine! Sixteen food, retail, and service vendors will take part. Why not come and see for yourself? Date and time: Sunday, November 17, 11:00–16:00 Venue: Hachiman Shrine 1194 Higashi-Otake, Isehara City (About a 13-minute walk from Isehara Station South Exit) *Shrine parking is not available Organizer: Isehara Rakuichi Rakuza Executive Committee

[Notice] Akindo Market♪ Today (15th) and tomorrow (16th) — two days only!! At Roadside Station Iwanai, Japan Asparagus Co., Ltd.'s new products: two vegetable powders ★ Pumpkin powder ★ Burdock powder Both are 1,080 yen (tax included)! Manufactured using superheated steam. They concentrate the natural flavors of the ingredients and deliver the full umami of the vegetables! Additive-free and safe! They can also be used for baby food, which is usually time-consuming to prepare #👶 Plus, they are great for baking and soups — many uses♪ We hope you'll give them a try🙏 *Please note: Ramen Houryu listed on the flyer is closed unexpectedly due to store circumstances.* It's a once-a-month event where you can shop for bargains at stores throughout Iwanai-cho〜

Yama no Isehara Market is on! The event will go ahead in light rain and will be canceled in severe weather. This month, Isehara is packed with delicious food and fun things to do! Sunday, November 17, 2024, 10:00–15:00 Venue: Isehara City General Sports Park (free admission) Food tents and kitchen cars, sales of locally grown vegetables, and a wide variety of booths will gather, and you can also enjoy stage performances such as kids’ dance!! ● Access by train and bus 320 Nishitomioka, Isehara City, Kanagawa Get off at Isehara Station on the Odakyu Line Take the Kanachu Bus from North Exit stop No. 3, bound for Nanasawa, about 10 minutes, 240 yen ▪ If you take routes I-34 or I-36, get off at "Sogo Undokoen" (General Sports Park) ▪ If you take routes I-31 or I-37, get off at "Sogo Undokoen Iriguchi" (General Sports Park Entrance) and walk 5 minutes *Congestion is expected, so please use public transportation. Contact: by email to the Iseharaichi Executive Committee iseharaichi@j4.gmobb.jp (Contact: Sakamoto)

[Bear Sighting] 2024 Around 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, November 14, a Asiatic black bear (tsukinowaguma) was sighted near the Ryoben-taki bus stop in the Oyama area (485 Oyama). Residents and visitors to the area are asked to take precautions in advance. [Precautions in case you encounter a bear] 1 Do not approach the bear and avoid eye contact. 2 Do not shout or act aggressively toward the bear. 3 Do not offer food or show food to the bear. 4 Leave the area promptly. 5 Secure doors and windows to prevent bears from entering homes and buildings. If you sight a bear or find signs of a bear, please contact the City Hall Agriculture Promotion Division at 0463-94-4664.

Saturday, November 16, 2024 – Events held on the same day 44th Livestock Festival 9:30 AM–3:00 PM Agriculture Festival 2024 9:00 AM–2:00 PM Citizen Activities (Support Center) Festa 10:00 AM–3:00 PM Enjoy hands-on encounters with animals and a host of fun events showcasing the charms of Isehara! Come join us! *44th Livestock Festival 🐄 Children’s veterinarian experience, milking demonstrations, livestock quizzes, outdoor market, and more Venue: Isehara City Employee Parking Lot No. 3, north side of JA Shonan Head Office (295 Tanaka, Isehara) Access: 10-minute walk from the north exit of Isehara Station on the Odakyu Line Inquiries: 44th Isehara Livestock Festival Executive Committee Secretariat (within the Isehara City Economic and Environmental Department, Agricultural Promotion Division) 0463-94-4664 *Agriculture Festival 2024* Agricultural product giveaways (10:15 AM, 11:15 AM, 12:15 PM) New rice “Harumi” salted rice ball tasting (11:00 AM) and more Venue: JA Shonan Head Office (250 Tanaka, Isehara) Inquiries: Isehara City Agricultural Cooperative, General Affairs Department, General Affairs Division 0463-93-8111 *Citizen Activities (Support Center) Festa 2024* Armor dressing experience, magic class, and more Venue: Citizen Activities Support Center Inquiries: Support Center Festa Executive Committee: 0463-94-5300

Today in Otofukecho the low temperature dropped to -7.1°C, a chill like early December. Frost covered the cars, turning them pure white. Even in that cold, a Ezo squirrel visited the backyard of the Tokachigawa Onsen Tourist Guide Center! Its little clasped paws looked utterly adorable 😊 That cute sight cheered me up this morning 😊 Today in Otofukecho the minimum temperature was -7.1°C, as cold as early December. Frost formed on the cars, leaving them completely white. Even in such cold weather, the garden behind the Tokachigawa Onsen Tourist Association was visited by an Ezo squirrel! Seeing them holding paws was so cute 😊 I was soothed by their cuteness this morning 😊

[Autumn Mt. Oyama 2024 🍁] This is Mt. Oyama as of yesterday, Thursday, November 13. As you can see, both Oyama-dera and Afuri Shrine Lower Shrine are not yet at their peak. We encountered a wild deer! The cable car was temporarily stopped due to the deer's entry. How will the weather be this weekend? Please be very careful of your footing, especially on trails made slippery and muddy after rain. 🍁We look forward to your visit🍁 ※Sunset comes early, so if you plan to reach the summit, please start early in the morning and allow plenty of time. Access: From Odakyu Line Isehara Station North Exit, platform 4 (to Oyama Cable), bus about 30 minutes Get off at the final stop and walk 15 minutes to the cable car station

[Searching for Autumn in Gokase] The season is silver grass (susuki)🌾✨ Gokase Town’s autumn leaves have finally come into their prime🍁 Today I visited Mt. Masugata and Mt. Futagami🚗💭 First, Mt. Masugata💪 The view was hazy, but the temperature was perfect and the summit felt refreshing😌🌿 The dodantutsugi (Enkianthus) turned bright red, and the susuki backlit by the sun glittered—what a sight 🥹👏 On the trail down toward Furuto-no Shrine from Mt. Masugata, I came across a scene that made me think, "Is this a picture book world!?"😳💡 Fields of susuki swayed like a sea, and set against the rolling mountains, the view was unbelievably beautiful✨ A new susuki spot…!?🌾 The susuki have become fluffy and are at their peak right now❗ Please go and look for them yourselves🤗 Next, Mt. Futagami💡 Until recently the road from Gokase was under construction and impassable, so it was my first time driving it in a while👣 Enjoying the patches of autumn color along the way, I made my way up to the observation deck with steady effort💪 By the time I reached the summit the sun had started to tilt, sharpening the mountain silhouettes, and the moon floated in the vast sky—a picture-like scene🖼️✨ It’s been ages since I climbed a mountain so I already feel it in my legs, but the joy at the top makes it totally worth it🤩 The Gokase Tourism Association is currently running the "Gokase Autumn Leaves 2024" event on its Instagram account, and you are welcome to submit photos of autumn scenes like susuki✨ Please share Gokase’s beautiful autumn scenery with us🤗💫 For details, see the pinned "Gokase Autumn Leaves 2024" post on the Gokase Tourism Association Instagram profile🍁

Tomakomai’s official mascot, Tomachop goods keep rolling out with new arrivals! The fleece blanket that was a big hit last season is back in stock😍🎵 It comes in four colors: beige, camel, brown, and wine. Stay warm this coming cold season with this cozy blanket💗 Cork coasters have also been restocked! They make perfect gifts too🎁 For more details, please visit the Tomakomai Tourism Association website.

Isehara Choi-Nomi Festival 2024 THE FINAL Residents of Isehara City and choinomi fans from neighboring towns, thank you for waiting! Today, Tuesday, November 12, and Wednesday, November 13, a two-day bar-hopping event featuring 38 participating venues across the city finally begins! As the name THE FINAL suggests, this will be the last choinomi event held in the city. You can relax at a familiar spot or discover a new place you've been curious about! Enjoy a pleasant time with delicious drinks and small plates. Same-day tickets🎫 are still available! Tickets are also on sale at the tourist information desk on the stairs at Isehara Station North Exit (9:00–17:00). ◆Ticket price: ¥3,000 One sheet with three ticket stubs ※One ticket stub redeems one small plate plus one drink Organizer: Isehara Choi-Nomi Executive Committee

Larch leaves are at their peak golden color. In Minamimaki Village, larches and other trees are reaching their peak autumn color. The slopes along the Chikuma River (Hirose to Kaijiri) are especially beautiful, and you can enjoy the view from your car while driving along Route 141. The area around JR Saku-Hirose Station, known as a remote, secluded station, is also nicely turned golden. However, the peak of the fall color is surprisingly brief, and the leaves look likely to drop all at once soon.

Yama no Ocha Sakamotoen Autumn Warehouse Sale Today, Sunday, November 10th, the “Autumn Warehouse Sale” took place on the grounds of Sakamotoen 🍵✨ Sakamotoen’s booth offered discounted teas, and shoppers who spent over ¥2,000 could enter a raffle—what a deal 😳👏 There were also light food stalls, food trucks, and booths selling crafts and relaxation services, creating a calm, pleasant atmosphere 😌💕 A fill-a-bag of mandarins for ¥500 drew challengers who expertly piled the bags full—watching their skill made me laugh out loud 🤣🤣🤣 The festival’s highlights, the hojicha latte and matcha latte, were truly delicious and ordered by many 🤤 I couldn’t stop at the hojicha latte I bought first and ended up enjoying a matcha latte too 🤭 Simply perfect ✨ Inside the building, beautiful kyusus and Sakamotoen’s tea products lined the shelves 😳💡It was pure luxury to imagine brewing tea with a favorite kyusu while browsing the many tea varieties 🥹… Although it rained, everyone relaxed and smiled as they enjoyed their tea, making it a lovely festival 😌💕

Gokase Junior High School Product! Dried Shiitake Mushrooms On Wednesday, November 6th, we observed a class of second-year students at Gokase Junior High School🍄‍🟫✨ The students handled every step themselves, from sorting and bagging the dried shiitake to setting the price🤗 The shiitake were grown as part of the school's curriculum. The current third-year students inoculated the logs last year, and the second-year students carried out the sorting and packaging this time👏 This year’s yield was lower than usual, so selecting good mushrooms was a tough task💦 However, the students enjoyed the work, consulting with each other—"Is this one okay?" "Maybe not…"—as they made their choices🤗 They weighed and bagged the mushrooms with sales in mind, aiming for balanced portions and an attractive appearance🤔 After sealing the packs neatly with a vacuum sealer, the students set the prices themselves, referring to current market rates👏 Those shiitake were actually sold at the Gokase Specialty Center at the prices the students decided😳✨ Finally, the students learned about log management and precautions, deepening their understanding of Gokase’s specialty product, log-grown shiitake😌✍️ We hope students continue to encounter and cherish the town’s specialties and culture from a young age and carry them forward into the future✨

Ashoro's Cider Brewery "Blank Hard Cider Works" has begun preparing hard cider for next year's release! The apples caught at "Hidamari Farm" have already been prepared, and today we are preparing using apples from Kitami. Looking forward to. "Blank Hard Cider*" can be purchased at the shop at Roadside Station Ashoro Galaxy Hall 21 and the official online store. Please give it a try! * It is a happoshu made with apples.