[(Sunday), August 25] One event is over, and another is over. Everywhere there is no rest It's 😆 a series of events every day The festivals at the end of August are It's the Village Festival! Be sure to visit Nishiokoppe Village this 🏃🏃 weekend Many food and beverage stalls Such as the woodcutter competition and the Drink-Bang-Bang-Born competition. The attractions are also a must see. Fun for live performances on stage. At the renovated forest park We look forward to seeing you! #Nishiokoppe Village #Village Festival #Festival #Summer #Stalls #Live #Attractions #Woodcutter #Milk design

Sendai Tanabata Festival taken at night The decoration in the photo is decorated with 78,000 origami cranes made by children from elementary and junior high schools in the city with the hope of reconstruction from the Great East Japan Earthquake This year, it is said that it also contains a wish for the reconstruction of the Noto Peninsula earthquake

Takaharu 0 yen market held in! !️ We are looking for sellers! 😆✨ You can participate as an individual or as a corporation! !️ Held in: September 15(Sunday)　 Venue: Around the Precincts of Narino Shrine ⛩️ 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.　 Food, uniforms, gym clothes, clothes that have lost their minds, food with an expiration date (unopened) only, toys, games, etc. Instead of throwing away things that are no longer needed, we pass on the things that can be used to the next person who needs them! It is an initiative aimed at sustainability! !️😊 We hope that many sellers and visitors will come on the day! !️ Stalls, please contact us DM to official Account @miknsd1111

[Evening time at a performance party] This year, the performing arts will be back! Stalls by Village residents, performances and offerings by Village residents, and karaoke competitions. The people of Nishiokoppe We are doing our best to entertain Nishiokoppe. After inviting everyone Mr./Ms. Please come and visit us! (Wednesday) September 11, 2024 At Hotel Mori Yume Plum Hall Doors open at 6:00 p.m. / Concert starts at 6:30 p.m. #Nishiokoppe Village #Performing Arts #Resurrection #Festival #Performing arts #Let's enjoy the evening

Let's go to Okhotsk in autumn! "Flower Migration Campaign in AEON MALL Asahikawa Nishi" will be Held in ♪ (Saturday) August 17 at AEON MALL Asahikawa Nishi 1F Greencourt It is the Events of the Annual event, but the Held in of August will be the "first". In addition to disseminating attractive autumn~winter pre-trip Information on Okhotsk, we are looking forward to your visit with a lot of contents such as sales of Specialty Products, costume gathering, Experience Corner, etc. In Engaru Town's Specialty Products sales, in addition to the limited-quantity and inevitably sold out "Gun Dam curry" and the National Treasure commemorative "Obsidian curry," Popular products Hakuyosha's "Tenuki no Rice Source" series and national treasure goods will be on sale. You can also enjoy the Engaru Shrine prayer "Cosmos Omikuji Gacha (200 yen)"! At the Experience Corner, you can experience the Popular "Obsidian Accessory Making Experience (500 yen)" in limited quantities. The Shirataki Geopark character "Anji-kun" will also appear! Please come and see us ♪ * Scenes of the campaign held in November last year.

The photo shows an event called "Taiwan Lantern Festival SENDAI2024", which is held in a complex facilities called "Aqua Ignis Sendai". About 400 lanterns were displayed to express gratitude to Taiwan for its great support in the Great East Japan Earthquake and to commemorate the 400th anniversary of the opening of Tainan City.

[Racing bike made of wood] Every summer, mainly woodworking instructors Woody Summer School held in 3 days and 2 nights. It is a racing bike that was produced this year. Mr./Ms., which was decorated with wooden dreams, It was an elaborate construction that looked like it was about to start running. Participants cut and scrape parts We will also use the machines in the woodworking room as we work. When I interfered with the work on the second day, Mr./Ms. concentrates while looking at the procedure manual. While I was carefully facing the work, I snapped the camera. Setoushi-kun grilled and blueberry juice drinking tea Thailand Walking around Kamu, making bread sticks on a bonfire, etc. It was a three-day event filled with projects unique to Nishiokoppe. The completed work will have a The original decoration is applied, and you can get a glimpse of the commitment. On the desk after work Handwritten notes and tools used for painting. Although it was a short period of time, it seems that all the participants' works were completed. available! #Nishiokoppe Village #Forest Art Museum #Kimu #Woodworking #Woody Summer School #Woody #Racing Bikes #Wooden toys #Handmade #Wood education #Joint inn

[Toast with beer on a hot night] A beer garden that was Held in in yellowtail 5 years. It may have been the night that many of the Village had been waiting for. It doesn't rain, and beer goes on a hot night. The line for drinks was uninterrupted and Snacks were selling well. Many people, from children to the elderly, gathered outdoors Drink your favorite drink and eat what you Thailand eat while talking. It was a good night. #Nishiokoppe Village #Summer #Beer Garden #Chamber of Commerce #Youth Department #Night #Popular Agedango #Cotton candy repeater many

[There is a Bon dance festival! ] 】 The Obon season is approaching. In Nishiokoppe Village, the Bon dance festival will be held again this year! Held in in Kamiokoppe on the 14th and Nishiokoppe on the 15th. Stalls and the sound of drums make the night crowded. It is nice to be able to enjoy the festivals in Nishiokoppe Village for two days in a row. Please come and visit us~! #Nishiokoppe Village #Bon dance festival #Bon #Naryo #What kind of masquerade army will appear?

【News】Events Information ♪ ♪ Gathering Water Park ❗️ Saturday), August 10 (Sat) and Sunday), August 11, 2024 (Reiwa 6) "Kids Water Park" Held in 🌈 At the marine park diagonally across from the Roadside Station Iwanai A water park with a children's pool Create! Learn More ⇩ ⭐︎Date: 2024 (Reiwa 6)August 10th and 11th, two days 　　　10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. 　　　*Subject to cancellation due to weather conditions ⭐︎ Subject age / up to 3rd grade of elementary school * Accompanied by a parent or guardian ⭐︎ We will prepare a changing room in the tent ⭐︎ You can eat and drink, but there is no trash can. ⭐︎Table, Chair, Parasol available ⭐︎ Lifeguards are stationed at the headquarters tent ⭐︎ Bring your own change of clothes and towel ⭐︎ Available to bring in water play equipment * Please manage it by yourself Keep an eye on your children when you come to the venue ❗️ Thank you August 10 ~ August 14 "Bon Festival" at the Event Plaza at the Roadside Station Iwanai Why don't you dance Bon Dancing together? ♪ Stalls will also open restaurants! August 10 (inn day) AT IWANAIRESOT inn fireworks!!! Launch is 20:30~ Events 😊 are packed this weekend

Jozankei Photo Contest "#That Summer Jozankei 2024" Let's apply for a HOT moment at Jozankei Hot Spring while it's HOT! The Jozankei Photo Contest "#That Summer Jozankei 2024" will start on June 1st! Please take pictures of the Jozankei you saw, eaten, and experienced and posted them more and more! We have 💝 great prizes for you We look 👏 forward to receiving many applications ★ Please be sure to read the "Jozankei Photo Contest Entry Rules" in advance. Click here for ⬇photo contest details︎ _____________________________ Held in period From June 1, 2024 to October 31, 2024 ◇ How to apply (1) Held in photos that match the category (2) Posted on Instagram with the hashtag "#That Summer Jozankei 2024" <Please> Winners will be contacted by direct message from the official Account of Sankei Tourist Association Instagram, so please follow "@jozankei.trip". ◇ About the selection department Photos and videos that fall under the following six categories will be selected. ● Illumination Division (Jozankei Nature Luminarie, Footbath Mapping, etc.) ●Nature Division (Nature, Animals, Landscape) ●Gourmet Category ●Autumn leaves division ●Free Division ●Video Category (theme is free, 15 seconds or less) ◇ About the prize 🥇Grand Prix Jozankei Hot Spring Pair Inn Stay Invitation Ticket (Premium Grade) 1 work from all entries 🥈 Award of Excellence Jozankei Hot Spring Pair Inn Stay Invitation Ticket (Standard Grade) 1 work from each category (6 works in total) 🥉 Prizes Day trip bathing pair invitation ticket 5 works from all entries * Please note that the facilities for the prizes cannot be specified. ◇ About notification of winning Winners will be contacted via Instagram direct message in late November.

[I've seen the ice tunnel] The last Sunday of July was the annual ice tunnel opening day! The heat wave continues, and it rains heavily a few days ago. Squid the ice tunnel is gone, The management went to see the Scenes just before. Compared to every year, the ice in the foreground was melting. Visitors will take a road without a road (in the river) We headed for the ice in the back. Even while advancing over scaffolding and logs Cold air is transmitted from the river, and it is cool! With a friend who came to visit us on this day I came back to enjoy the coolness. I took a shuttle bus from the city center. Safe to go back and forth. (So much so that you can sleep for a while (*'▽')) I'm looking forward to next year's open day! #Nishiokoppe Village #Events #Summer #Ice Tunnel #Chamber of Commerce and Industry Youth Department #Summer retreat #Cool

Nice to meet you all and welcome to COOL JAPAN VIDEOS! This is the Asama Hot Spring Tourism Association. Asama Hot Spring is a Hot Spring located in the northeastern part of Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture. It is said to be the inner courtyard of Matsumoto City, and it is a hot spring resort that has been loved by many people since ancient times. Cool JAPAN VIDEOS will Broadcasting Recommendations for Asama Hot Spring in Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture, so thank you! === What is Matsumoto City Sengen Hot Spring === Asama Hot Spring is a historic Hot Spring resort located in Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture. Hot spring resort is surrounded by beautiful nature and you can enjoy the scenery of the four seasons. Hot Spring effective for also has the effect of promoting metabolism and difficulty cooling off in hot water after bathing, and neuralgia, muscle pain, joint pain, Relief from fatigue, stiff shoulders, sensitivity to cold, bruises, chronic digestive diseases, etc. Asama Hot spring resort There are about 30 inns, 2 One day trip only bathing facility, and 3 communal baths, centered on the Hot Spring Kaikan. === Access to Asama Hot Spring === The Access from Tokyo to Asama Hot Spring There are both Car and Train. Both are convenient and can be chosen according to your travel plans. In addition, it is located easily accessible, 10 minutes by car from Matsumoto Castle, so please stop by when sightseeing in Nagano or Matsumoto. Access by Car: When visiting Asama Hot Spring from Tokyo by Car, it takes about 3 hours via the Chuo Expressway Access by train: Take the Limited Express Azusa of the JR Chuo Main Line from Tokyo Station and Get off at Matsumoto Station. The journey takes about two and a half hours. From Matsumoto Station, it takes about 20 minutes by bus or taxi to reach Asama Hot Spring. There are many limited express cars, so you can enjoy a comfortable trip. === History of Matsumoto City Sengen Hot Spring === Matsumoto City Sengen Hot Spring is a historic Hot Spring resort that is said to have been opened about 1,000 years ago. It has been popular with many people as a hot-spring cure since ancient times, and in the Edo period, it was Use Matsumoto Clan Lord and flourished as an important Hot Spring area in the region. ==Popular Sightseeing spots of Matsumoto City Sengen Hot Spring=== = Yusaka Street Yusaka Street is a quaint street that runs through the center of Asama Hot Spring. It is a street that has been around since the Edo period, and is lined with buildings that retain the faces of the good old days, making it perfect for walking. Souvenir shops, cafes, and Onsen Ryokan are scattered along the street, and you can enjoy the unique atmosphere of a hot spring resort. = Misya Shrine The current Shrine was rebuilt in 1895, and the Main Shrine is Shinmei-zukuri. Gods such as "safety and peace", "family fortune and longevity", "elimination of disasters and diseases", and "Prosperity in business" are enshrined, and it It is also one of the Power Spot of Asama Hot Spring. = Jinguji Temple It is said to have been founded as a Bettouji Temple of Misya Shrine north of Jinguji Temple. Unfolds a beautiful garden in the precincts, and you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the four seasons. ===Asama Hot Spring Events and Festivals=== = Tour de Utsukushigahara Tour de Utsukushigahara is a rotation Car competition Events that is Held in every year in early summer. Starting in front of the Matsumoto City Baseball Stadium on the south side of Asama Hot Spring, passing through Asama Hot spring resort to Utsukushigahara, it is a grueling race with a total length of 21 Kilometers and an elevation difference of 1,270 Meters, in which many cyclists participate. The race while enjoying the beautiful scenery of the Utsukushigahara Highlands is popular not only with participants but also with spectators. = Torch Festival The Torch Festival is a traditional festival held every October at Asama Hot Spring in Matsumoto City. Thereare is worth seeing as they parade through the town carrying huge torches more than 3 meters long and more than 2 meters in diameter. Torches are Dedication to Misya Shrine to protect the safety of residents' lives and a bountiful harvest of five grains. === Tourist Information of Asama Hot Spring === Matsumoto City Sengen Hot Spring is a charming Hot Spring area surrounded by history and Nature. Access from Matsumoto City is also good, making it an ideal base point for your trip to Nagano. Please visit Matsumoto City Sengen Hot Spring and experience its rich history, culture, and beautiful nature.

[A large gathering in a tree dream until night! ] 】 Held every year in July, Kimu Culture Night. Extending the closing time to 8 p.m. From children to adults, non-Village residents can enter for free. This year, it coincided with the morning class day for elementary school students. It was lively after noon. The children were gathered Workshop on making puppets and to experience the behind-the-scenes of puppet shows. Children use work gloves to make dolls such as cats and rabbits. When the shape is formed, the decoration is made with cloth or felt. It is a doll making that exceeded the expectations of the organizers, but it was exciting. In addition, the puppet show started Nature with the puppets I made. It was a venue full of smiles. Elementary school students in the upper grades showed interest in the musical instruments used in the puppet show. They helped me set the stage for the puppet show at night. Even the lighting settings... Reliable! And at night, a performance by the Nishinaka brass band and Performed by the puppet theater Circle Doremi. The music, the dolls' voices, and the children's voices A night of resounding tree dreams. available for a wonderful time! #Komu Museum of Art #Nishiokoppe Village #Culture Night #Open until night #Puppet Theater Circle Doremi #Nishinaka Brass Band Club #Children's Theater #Gun Hand Puppets

【2024 Season Shonan Bellmare Isehara Hometown Day】 　Held in day: Wednesday, August 7, 2024 (Reiwa 6) 3 p.m. ~ At the Isehara booth until the start of the match Stalls at the following stores! ・ Daisen Specialties Suzuki pepper pepper ・fresh Fresh vegetables from Katano facilities horticulture ・ Popular crepe of Poco Poco 　 Please come and visit us with your family and friends! If you live in Isehara City "Hometown Day Ticket" Special Price Back A reserved seat 500 yen (regular day price 2,500 yen) You can buy it at! Kick-off: 7pm 　Match Venue: Lemon Gas Stadium Hiratsuka 　Opponent: Avispa Fukuoka How to purchase tickets: Shonan Bellmare official ticket purchase page It can be purchased from the "Berchike" website. * For details, please see the Shonan Bellmare Official website.

【Chiba City Science Museum】 Chiba City Science Museum is popular as a participatory science museum that can be enjoyed by both children and adults. In particular, the dome-shaped planetarium has a reputation for being a place where you can realistically experience the beauty of the starry sky and the mystery of the universe, and there are plenty of programs for a wide range of ages. And 140 hands-on devices on the permanent exhibition floor, Workshops and Events are held in, mainly on weekends. This facilities is the perfect Spot for family outings and school trips, available as well as a place to nurture future scientists. 〇 Introduction of Events currently Held in Science de Mysterious Summer Festival "Kagaku Expedition Sama~School" "Science Classes for Adults" "Science at Home" * For details, search "Chiba City Science Museum"! ■ Access: ・About a 5-minute walk from Chiba Monorail Yoshikawa Park Station ・About 6 minutes on foot from Keisei Chiba Chuo Station ■Address: 4-5-1 Chuo, Chuo-ku, Chiba City Kiboru 7F ■ Admission: Paid ■ Parking lot: available (charged) The Chiba City Science Museum is surrounded by attractive Spots such as Chiba Shrine, Chiba City Museum of Art, and Chiba Castle (Chiba City Township Museums) within walking distance. Enjoy a stroll through these facilities after visiting the Science Museum.

"Shinshu Venus Line Drive Stamp Rally" ★ Collect smartphone Stamps at Sightseeing spots and get Privileges! The Venus Line is a tourist road with a total length of 75.2 km from Chino City in Nagano Prefecture to Ueda City. It runs through the Highland strip of Yatsugatake Chushin Kogen National Park in the center of Honshu, and one of the most Driving Route Japan. The average elevation is about 1,400 m, and the highest point, Utsukushigahara Highlands, is about 2,000 m. Why don't you enjoy this beautiful driving road at your leisure while stopping at various Spots? Hot Spring available, the delicious Local cuisine available, the Shinshu Souvenirs is available, and the scenery is spectacular!!　We look forward to seeing you! ■ Duration From Thursday, August 1, 2024 to Thursday, October 31, 2024 ■ Area Chino City, Suwa City, Shimosuwa Town, Tateshina Town, Chowa Town, Ueda City - Stamp spots: 30 locations 【Tateshina Area】2 Spots 【Suwa Area】9 Spots 【Kirigamine, Yashima, Kurumayama Area】3 Spots 【Lake Shirakaba / Lake Megami Area】7 Spots 【Wada / Takayama area】4 Spot 【Ueda / Takeishi area】5 Spots For more information, please search → "Shinshu Venus Line Drive Stamp Rally"!

Atami Mr./Ms. Beach Water Park is popular every day! Please come and visit us! Held in period: July 13, 2024 (Sat) ~ August 25, 2024 (Sun) Venue name: Atami Mr./Ms. Beach (east side) Ocean about 30m square (reception is on the sandy beach in the foreground) Address: Shizuoka Prefecture Atami City Higashi Coast Town (Ocean on the east side of Mr./Ms. Beach) Use hours: 10:00~16:00 (Reception closes at 15:15) * Complete replacement system (including replacement and break time) 10:00～11:00 11:00～12:00 12:00～13:00 13:00～14:00 14:00～15:00 15:00～16:00 Fee: 2,000 yen for 1 hour for high school students and older, 1,500 yen for 1 hour for elementary and junior high school students * Use by children under elementary school age Contact: Atami Tourism Association Phone 0557-85-2222 Access/About 5 minutes by bus bound for "Atami Port" from Atami Station→ 3 minutes walk Get off→ "Mr./Ms. Beach" ● Reception is only available on the local beach on the day (cannot be accepted by Phone, Internet, etc.) * Reception starts at the local beach from 9:30 on the day (advance phone reservation is not possible). You can purchase available times on the same day at the time of reception. * Held in will be closed as soon as the number is reached. * Use all users will be required to wear a life jacket (rental). * Use time cannot be extended. (Continuous purchases are not possible to prevent heat stroke.) * Elementary school students 1st ~ 3rd grade can enter with a guardian. (Accompanying guardians are not allowed to be minors) * In the event of stormy weather (strong winds, etc.) or warnings (lightning, etc.), admission will be restricted. (Even if it is Use in time Same as above) * Due to the approach of a typhoon, playground equipment There are temporarily removed (Use suspended) in advance. * Please note that if you suddenly restrict admission in the above situation, Use for less than 30 minutes will be refunded, and no refund will be given for more than 30 minutes. * available with lifesavers and AEDs. * If Mr./Ms. Beach Beaches is closed, the water park will also be canceled.

[KAMU sound] This year's Autumn Markets For two days on Sunday, September 22 and Monday, September 23, It will be held at the Roadside Station "Kamu"! And on the 22nd (Sunday) Held in a live events in the flower park! The title is "KAMU sound". A slightly elevated observation deck overlooking the park Set up the stage. An outdoor live performance while being healed by the plants in the flower park! Performer Information will be disseminated as needed. Autumn markets and KAMU sounds are for your enjoyment! !! #Nishiokoppe Village #Kamu #Roadside Station #Flower Park #Autumn Markets #Autumn #Flower Park #Live #KAMU Sound #Outdoor Live

Summer is the festive season. Several festival occurs during the summer time all over the country. This is one is taken from Shinjuku Eisa festival. During the festival time I saw this young, energetic and enthusiastic boy. He was very happy to perform. Despite very hot humid summer he performed delightfully.

Speaking of summer in Tokyo, the Sumida River Fireworks Festival It was the best fireworks festival in the Kanto region in terms of both tradition and formality, and a total of about 20,000 fireworks at the first and second venues lit up the night sky of Tokyo.

On Sunday, August 11th, we will Held in a rock-paper-scissors tournament at Coast Yasuda and Katsuyama Coast in Chiba Prefecture Kyonan Town. Hoda Coast starts at 10:30 a.m. Katsuyama Coast starts at 11:30 a.m. Premiums will be won by those who win in rock-paper-scissors. We look forward to your participation.

August 2 Fri ~ 4 Sun is Tomakomai's largest festivals "Tomakomai Port Festival"! Beer gardens, fireworks festivals, citizen odori, marching festivals, port carnivals, etc. liven up the summer in Tomakomai. For more information on the program, please ✨ check the official website of Tomakomai City.

【Let's take a walk in the summer Flower Park Kamu! 】 August 12 is a three-day weekend. A flower park where summer flowers are in full bloom Why don't you take a walk together? While listening to the commentary of the gardener who serves as the caretaker of Kamu Here's your chance to walk! The site area of the flower park is about 6 hectares. The concept is divided into areas. You can see many flowers and leafy vegetables. Several types of fruit trees are also planted. After the walk, you can try the juice of the fruit harvested in Kamu. Click here for Events details ↓↓ 8/12 Monday 10:30~ / 13:30~ Each session takes about one and a half hours Capacity: 10 people each time Participation fee: Free for junior high school students and younger, 200 yen for high school students and older Application deadline: Friday, August 9, 5 p.m. Contact: Information Center "The Rizumu" 　　　　　0158-85-7125 We look forward to your participation! #Kamu #Nishiokoppe Village #Flower Park #Roadside Station #Stroll #Summer #Flowers in full bloom #Fruit juice

Nazotoki "Incersi Detectives and Treasure Stones" will be held in from tomorrow in Engaru Town! !! Held in period: July 27 Sat ~ October 20 Fri

【Bon Odori Commerce and Industry Festival postponed to 11 days in case of rain】 Koyasu Shrine has just held a Shinto ritual to celebrate the completion of the shrine office. Fun with various events including Bon Odori and free ice time. Why don't you forget about this heat for a moment? Saturday, August 10, 2024 15:00~21:00 Venue: Ishida Koyasu Shrine　 　　　707 Ishida, Isehara City, Kanagawa Prefecture 　　　About 5 minutes on foot from Aiko Ishida Station South Exit 15:00~Stalls Street Performance, Aoi Nagasawa.Live ・Dance 　　　　　　　Band performances, hula dances, lucky draws, etc. 18:40~21:00 Bon Odori 19:30 Ice time free distribution

【Jozankei Nature Luminarie ✨ Held in】 Jozankei Hot Spring, a national park, Held in Events with Illumination and Projection Mapping co-created with Nature on the Nature Walking Path in the Hot Spring Resort! The story begins that invites you to the mysterious forest inhabited by the "Kappa", the guardian god of forests and water, which has been popular for a long time. With the scent of trees, the murmur of the river, and the sounds of insects, experience "mystical entertainment". Held in as a premium Events for guests staying at Jozankei Inn admission for Guests only only. Enjoy the inn ♨️ stay and night walk Held in 6/1~10/31 Held in time 19:00~21:00 18:00~ in September and October Last admission 20:45 Place: Futami Park⇔ Futami Suspension Bridge Subject Jozankei area Guests only admission

【Chiba City Museum of Art】 A museum that is nationally acclaimed for its exhibitions with a unique perspective, focusing on ukiyo-e prints, Edo paintings, and contemporary art. With the renovation in July 2020, it has been reborn as a facility that is familiar to a wide range of age groups, including a permanent exhibition room where you can see ukiyo-e and Edo paintings at Anytime, and an atelier where children can work and create together in a space created by artists. In addition to the permanent exhibitions, we Held in special exhibitions and a variety of Events based on specific themes, so you There are discover something new every time you visit. 〇 Held in special exhibitions "Edo Paintings Vertical and Horizontal! First semester: June 28 Fri ~ July 28 Sun Second Semester: July 30 Tue ~ August 25 Sun "Akiki Okamoto: The Edo Painter Who Challenged the Hundred Flowers and Hundred Birds" Okamoto Shuki 1807-62 was a painter of the late Edo period who made a name for himself as a master of rich and brilliant flower and bird paintings, especially peacocks. First semester: June 28 Fri ~ July 28 Sun Second Semester: July 30 Tue ~ August 25 Sun * For details, please search for "Chiba City Museum of Art". 〇Sayado Hall A hall that contains modern architecture in the neo-Rene Mr./Ms. style that preserved the former Kawasaki Bank Chiba Branch built in Showa 2 about 90 years ago. Used as a cultural property of the city, its historic appearance is used as a venue for concerts and exhibitions, and is also popular as a filming location for commercials. ■ Access: ・About a 6-minute walk from Chiba Monorail Yoshikawa Park Station ・ About 15 minutes on foot from JR Chiba Station ■Address: 3-10-8 Chuo, Chuo-ku, Chiba City ■ Admission: Paid ■ Parking lot: Restrooms available charged Attractive Spot There are such as Chiba Shrine, Chiba City Science Museum, and Chiba Castle Chiba City Township Museum are within walking distance. After visiting the museum, Enjoy together as you stroll through these facilities.

Hello, Cool Japan Video viewers! This is the Jozankei Tourism Association. Jozankei Onsen in Minami Ward, Sapporo City, Hokkaido, sits in a lush valley where you can enjoy hot springs and nature. Thanks to easy access—about a 50-minute drive from central Sapporo—Jozankei is a great base for exploring Hokkaido. The scenery changes beautifully with the seasons; autumn leaves and winter’s snowy landscape are especially spectacular. Beyond the hot springs, a variety of activities and attractions dot the area, charming every visitor. The Jozankei hot spring district has more than 20 hotels and over 15 day-use hot spring facilities, so you can plan your trip just the way you like. Access to Jozankei, Hokkaido Getting to Jozankei from Sapporo Station By car: Jozankei Onsen is about a 50-minute drive from central Sapporo. From Sapporo Station, head south on National Route 230. This drive offers seasonal natural scenery and passes several sightseeing spots and rest areas. By train: Take the Namboku Subway Line from Sapporo Station and get off at Makomanai Station in Minami Ward. The ride takes about 18 minutes. From Makomanai Station, take a route bus bound for Jozankei Onsen; the bus ride takes about 45 minutes. History of Jozankei, Hokkaido The history of Jozankei Onsen began in 1866 when Miizumi Jozan, a monk from Bizen Province, visited the area. Because Miizumi Jozan laid the foundation for the hot springs, the area was named Jozankei and developed into one of Hokkaido’s representative hot spring resorts. Jozankei is also known for its long-told kappa legend, and kappa statues stand throughout the hot spring area. Take a stroll and see if you can find your favorite statue! Popular Attractions in Jozankei, Hokkaido Toyohira Gorge Dam Toyohira Gorge Dam, completed in 1972, is a 102.5-meter-high arch concrete dam. It stores about the equivalent of 30 Sapporo Domes of water in Lake Jozan. The dam is famous for autumn leaves; the view of the foliage from atop the dam is breathtaking. The landscape changes with the seasons, offering a different experience each visit. Futami Suspension Bridge Built in 1955, this bright red suspension bridge is a symbolic spot of Jozankei. It sits in a perfect location to overlook the gorge, attracting many visitors. From the bridge you can enjoy stunning valley views, and it’s a popular photo spot during the autumn foliage and snowy seasons. Kappa-buchi (Kappa Pool) Kappa-buchi is a sightseeing spot rooted in Jozankei’s kappa legend. The area, surrounded by cliffs and rocky outcrops along the Toyohira River, is called Kappa-buchi. This place is where the kappa legend of Jozankei originated. Activities to Enjoy in Jozankei, Hokkaido Rafting Rafting on the Toyohira River is popular in Jozankei. From spring to early summer, melting mountain snow increases the river flow, creating thrilling rapids ideal for rafting. Courses suit beginners to experienced rafters, and guided tours are available so you can join with confidence. Sauna As part of the hot spring experience, you can also enjoy saunas in Jozankei. Each hot spring facility has authentic saunas, allowing you to relax in combination with the baths. A good sweat in the sauna followed by a soak in the hot spring refreshes both body and mind. Canoeing / SUP You can also try canoeing and stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) on the Toyohira River. Calm stretches of the river make canoeing and SUP accessible for first-timers. Instructors provide careful guidance, so both children and adults can enjoy the activities. Viewing Jozankei’s nature from the water is a special experience that lets you relax and soak in the scenery. Hiking Many hiking trails surround Jozankei. Trails range from beginner to advanced, and during the autumn foliage season you can savor beautiful mountain views. Trekking in nature offers a refreshing escape for both body and mind. Events and Festivals in Jozankei, Hokkaido Jozankei Stream Koinobori (Carp Streamers) Every year from April to May, Jozankei hosts the Stream Koinobori. Celebrating its 38th year in 2024, this spring tradition fills the hot spring town and the Toyohira River with about 400 koinobori swimming in the current, creating a spectacular sight. Cherry blossoms bloom in early May, letting you enjoy koinobori and cherry blossoms together as spring arrives. JOZANKEI NATURE LUMINARIE 2024 Walking paths through the hot spring town are lit with beautiful illuminations and projection mapping. At night the hot spring town is wrapped in a magical atmosphere that enchants visitors. This event lets you enjoy both hot springs and illuminations as you stroll the lit streets. In 2024 the event runs from June 1 through October 31. Tourist Information for Jozankei, Hokkaido Jozankei, Hokkaido, is an attractive destination where you can enjoy beautiful nature and hot springs. With good access from Sapporo and a historic hot spring town filled with attractions and activities, Jozankei offers a relaxing escape. Spend a restorative time at Jozankei, one of Hokkaido’s signature hot spring resorts.

[A basket full of flowers] At the Roadside Station Hanamu where the flower park is attached Events related to plants! Therefore Held in a gathering design workshop~! "What is Gathering Design?" Participants were excited and fidgety until the workshop started. A flower arrangement made by combining multiple flowers and leafy vegetables. Around the main flowers, in any order you want Flowers and leafy vegetables are attached to each other. With the roots still attached, it is like making a bouquet of flowers Ingredients added later are put inside It was difficult, but it was a fun task that came alive visually. The process of loosening the soil so as not to remove important roots, etc. There was a lot of delicate work, and I used my concentration. I was very happy when the work was completed. By processing the roots, the state when completed is Gathering design that can be maintained. The flowering period of the flowers also seems to be longer than usual. Naga~ku, may it be blooming Scene every day as much as possible. Restrooms available to everyone who participated! #Nishiokoppe Village #Gathering Design #Hokkaido Gathering Design #Roadside Station #Kamu #Flower Park #Bouquet with roots #Bouquet that fits in a basket