Hello, this is Jewelry Town. The hot days continue, but the dry heat has made the breeze pleasant. When you visit Senga Falls, you can feel plenty of negative ions that soothe both mind and body 🌳 Our shop also carries many stones that give off power rivaling the scenery of Shosenkyo Gorge. Rutile quartz remains very popular! There are not only gold rutile varieties but also red rutile! Lapis lazuli, famous as a September birthstone, displays a captivating deep ultramarine blue. Please stop by during your stroll and feel the power of the stones ☺️

The TARA-FUKU guidebook is now complete! Featuring 66 listed businesses With cooperation from restaurants and snack bars throughout Iwanai-cho we have compiled each shop’s recommended menu items, business hours, payment methods, and more! *The listed information is current as of August 2024* The back pages also introduce Iwanai-cho’s local specialties and outdoor spots. Please pick up a copy and take a look♪ Copies are available at Roadside Station Iwanai and participating businesses. *Additional distribution will be rolled out progressively.*

Takabeya Shrine Annual Festival The Takabeya Shrine (2202 Shimokasuya, Isehara) will hold its annual festival. Eve: Saturday, September 14, 2024 Main Festival: Sunday, September 15, 2024 On September 7, a “Shio-kumi” purification ritual was held to collect beach sand, seawater, and hondawara seaweed for use in the festival at Terugasaki in Oiso Town. The collected beach sand will be scattered around the shrine in the “beach sand scattering ceremony” as a substitute for cleansing salt. The seaweed will adorn the shimenawa rope at the torii gate, and the seawater will be used in prayers to prevent fires. Access: Odakyu Line Isehara Station 20-minute walk From the north exit, take the bus from Platform 5 toward Aikō-Ishida Station and get off at Kasuya-Kamijuku, then walk 2 minutes. From the south exit, take the bus from Platform 4 toward Tokai University Hospital and get off at Isehara City Hall North Entrance, then walk 9 minutes. For details, see the Isehara Takagami-kai website

Notice: Recruiting Participants for the Hinata Stone Glass Workshop Would you like to join a rare event where you can learn about the history and culture of Hinata stone, which supported Isehara’s industries from the Edo to the Showa periods, and try your hand at glassblowing? Date: Saturday, September 28 and Sunday, September 29, 2024 Location: Atsugi Glass Studio Co., Ltd. (2-13-8 Tsumaida Kita, Atsugi) *About 20 minutes from Hon-Atsugi Station on the Odakyu Line by bus and walking If you come by car, please use nearby paid parking lots Participation Fee: 5,000 yen Age Requirement: Fourth grade elementary school and above Details and Application: From the Hinata Stone Glass website Application Deadline: Sunday, September 15, 2024 (first-come, first-served)

Notice of the 2024 "43rd Ōyama Hi-matsuri Takigi Noh" Enjoy a bewitching world lit by bonfires, with local Ōyama Kyōgen troupe and Shingyōkai presenting kyōgen plays and shimai (dance pieces). Please experience Japan’s traditional performing arts at Ōyama. Date and time: October 1 (Tuesday) and October 2 (Wednesday), 2024 Doors open 15:30, performance starts 16:30 (scheduled to end around 19:30) Venue: Noh Theater, Office of Ōyama Afuri Shrine 355 Ōyama, Isehara, Kanagawa Please note the venue is not the lower shrine. Access: From Isehara Station North Exit, Kanachu Bus platform 4 bound for Ōyama Cable Get off at "Shamukyoku Iriguchi" (Office Entrance) and walk 1 minute ★All seats are reserved ★How to apply: Office of Ōyama Afuri Shrine 0463-95-2006 (phone reservations only) For details, see the official Ōyama Afuri Shrine website

Mount Isehara Market is on! The event will go ahead in light rain and be canceled in severe weather. Enjoy a feast of delicious food and fun experiences in Isehara! Sunday, September 15, 2024, 10:00 AM–3:00 PM Venue: Isehara City General Sports Park (free admission) A full lineup of food tents and kitchen cars, locally grown vegetables for sale, and a wide variety of booths will be on site, along with stage performances to enjoy!! Access by train and bus 320 Nishitomioka, Isehara, Kanagawa Get off at Odakyu Line Isehara Station Take the Kanagawa Chuo Kotsu bus from North Exit Platform 3 bound for Nanasawa, about 10 minutes, 240 yen ▪ If you take routes I-34 or I-36, get off at Sogo Undo Koen (General Sports Park) ▪ If you take routes I-31 or I-37, get off at Sogo Undo Koen Iriguchi (General Sports Park Entrance) and walk 5 minutes Please use public transportation as crowding is expected. Contact: by email to the Iseharaichi Executive Committee iseharaichi@j4.gmobb.jp (Contact: Sakamoto)

On Sunday, September 8th, the children’s festival at Hotaka Shrine featured child-drawn boats pulled from three town districts. Each boat was paraded through its district, and before noon they gathered at Hotaka Shrine to be offered in dedication. Children from the districts acted as pullers as the boat-shaped floats, called ofune, moved through the streets of Azumino. On September 26th and 27th, the Hotaka Shrine Ofune Festival takes place. On the 27th, a hands-on tour organized by the tourism association lets participants, together with local residents, pull a large adult boat weighing over five tons. For details, please check the official tourism association website.

Limited to this summer! “Azumino Summer Vegetable Curry” An original curry made with fresh, delicious summer vegetables from Azumino! Available at 13 local restaurants This project aims to introduce the summer vegetables grown locally to many people from both inside and outside the city Each restaurant adds its own twist—lightly frying or simmering pumpkins, eggplants, zucchini, tomatoes, and more You’ll find a wide variety of dishes, from curry rice to pasta and curry ramen A rich lineup of menu options awaits! Serving period: Until Monday, September 30, 2024 *Please note that this may change depending on each restaurant’s circumstances

2024/9/5 Iinuma Rice Terraces Rice Harvesting

Yanagihara, a tourism support staff member of the Regional Revitalization Cooperation Volunteers, wanted us to take many pictures of the scenery of Omu Town, so we set up "Photo Props" at the Roadside Station Omu Observatory and the Sunrise Cape Observation decks La Roux! In addition to the town character Ikura Sujiko-chan and Specialty Products Horsehair crab illustrations, there are more than 10 bottles such as original hashtags and speech bubbles. By all means, please use photo props to enjoy the scenery of Yubu and cute photos.

A typhoon has passed. In Tsukigase, Nara, there is Tsukigase Plum Valley, which was designated as Japan’s first nationally recognized Scenic Spot 100 years ago. During the Plum Festival, held from mid-February through the end of March, many photographers gather from early morning to capture the breathtaking views where the plum groves, the valley, and the sea of clouds meet. However the best time to see Tsukigase Plum Valley is not only in spring. Its fresh green in summer, autumn foliage, and snowy winter landscapes charm visitors through every season. This submission is not of the verdant summer valley but of the sunrise after a typhoon. At first the valley was shrouded in thick river mist, but the fog gradually lifted and the sun began to break through. The way sunlight pierces the shifting mist is truly dramatic. Photo: Yasunori Okamoto

The Katsuragawa Festival will be held in for the first time in five yellowtails. In addition to fully backing the Tourist Association of Uenohara City, we will Held in the 5th food, agriculture, wine, and market in front of the station in Uenohara at the same time Held in and add flowers.

A year-round scenic paradise: “Coral Eden”! The sea around Nobeoka City stays warm and clear thanks to the Kuroshio Current, making it easy to observe underwater life where about 100 species of coral thrive. An underwater park featuring seabed caves, colorful soft corals, and one of Japan’s largest Pavona (Osuribachi) coral colonies is famous as a top-class diving spot. With a drysuit, you can enjoy this marine paradise throughout autumn and winter. Snorkeling, which is easier than diving, also lets you get up close to colorful fish. The calm waters and shallow areas make coral and tropical fish feel within reach, so beginners and children can join with confidence 😊 The NPO Himuka Sensation Experience World, commonly known as Nobe☆Sta, brings together specialists who use Nobeoka City’s outstanding mountain, river, and sea potential—the best in Kyushu—to guide visitors through authentic, moving outdoor experiences across a range of fields. ※Inquiries regarding diving and snorkeling NPO Himuka Sensation Experience World (Phone) 0982-29-3835 (Closed) Tuesdays

Notice of Suspension of the Ōyama Cable Car Service All day on Friday, August 30, 2024 and Saturday, August 31, 2024 Service will be suspended due to the effects of a typhoon. For details about operations from Sunday, September 1, 2024 onward, please check the Ōyama Cable official website.

Ōyama Afuri Shrine Autumn Grand Festival From Tuesday, August 27 to Thursday, August 29, 2024, this three-day festival gives thanks for safety on the summer mountain and announces the arrival of autumn on Ōyama, continuing a tradition of more than 150 years. On the final day, the 29th, despite typhoon conditions and rain, the shrine office led the "O-nobori"—carrying a portable shrine bearing Afuri Ōkami up the steep "Otoko-zaka" with a maximum slope of about 30 degrees to the lower shrine.

Notice of suspension of the Oyama Cable Car service Thursday, August 29, 2024, 1:00 PM – Friday, August 30, 2024 Service will be suspended due to the effects of a typhoon. *For details about operations from tomorrow onward, please check the Oyama Cable official website.

Jozankei "Five Great Autumn Leaves" bus operation Summer is beginning to show signs of Omen in Hokkaido. From now on, the trees begin to prepare for the Autumn leaves in October. Jozankei Hot Spring in Sapporo is one of the one of the most Autumn leaves Famous landmarks It is also one of cities in Japan that is blessed with the Nature of being designated as a national park, even though it is There is a an ordinance-designated city. From October, the "Five Great Autumn Leaves" will start, which can be reached by shuttle bus to each of the five selected Autumn Leaves scenic areas. Among them, you can enjoy the beauty of the Autumn leaves to the fullest, such as the "Autumn leaves Gondola" of the Sapporo International Ski Resort, where you can enjoy a walk in the Autumn leaves air one step earlier than the Hot spring resort, and the "Autumn leaves Kappa Bus" where a guide guides you through the unknown Autumn leaves Spot. The Autumn leaves Kappa Bus has been renewed as a new route around Lake Sapporo from this year. There are the Autumn leaves seen from the beautiful lake are worth seeing. If you want to see the Autumn leaves, plan Jozankei Hot Spring.

[Valleys dyed in brocade.] Jozankei with beautiful autumn leaves〕 Summer is beginning to show signs of Omen in Hokkaido. From now on, the trees will begin to prepare for the Autumn leaves in October. It is said that the reason why the Autumn leaves of Jozankei is beautiful and vivid is related to the difference in temperature unique to Valleys and the Toyohiragawa River, which has good water quality that stream Hot spring resort. Since it is surrounded by mountains on all sides, you can enjoy the vivid Autumn leaves in all scenes, such as Hot spring resorts, walking paths, rooms where you stay at inns, and open-air baths. Every year in October, when the Autumn leaves begins, the "Five Great Autumn leaves" begins, where you can go to each of the five popular Spot Autumn leaves areas by shuttle bus. Spot recommendations can be taken by bus, or you can walk to find views that no one has ever seen before. It is also a luxurious time to walk through the rich forests and valleys of the national forest while admiring the Autumn leaves. If you're going to see Autumn leaves, be sure to plan a inn night at Jozankei Hot Spring.

Nice to meet you all and welcome to COOL JAPAN VIDEOS! This is the Matsuura tourism and local products association. Matsuura City, Nagasaki, Matsuura City is a town surrounded by beautiful sea and nature on the Kitamatsuura Peninsula in the northern part of Nagasaki Prefecture. With a population of about 20,000 (as of 2024), it is an area where agriculture and fisheries are thriving that take advantage of abundant Fishery Resources and a warm climate. Matsuura City boasts the No.1 in Japan Landings of horse mackerel, and the Fried horse mackerel made with Fresh horse mackerel Landings Landings at the Local port is Famous nationwide and is known as the "Holy Land of Fried Horse Mackerel". In addition to fishing and agriculture, there are many attractive spots as Sightseeing spots, and you can enjoy the environment rich in Rich in nature. ◇◇Access to Matsuura City, Nagasaki, Matsuura City Fukuoka City - Access to Matsuura City, Nagasaki, Matsuura City Access from Fukuoka City to Matsuura City makes Car and Train Use easy to visit. 【Access by Car】 It takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes by car from Fukuoka City to Matsuura City. You can Use the Automobile West Kyushu Road and Fun a comfortable Drive while looking at the beautiful Coastline of Fukuoka, Saga, and Nagasaki. 【Access by train】 If you want to Use Train, take the JR train from Hakata Station to Arita Station, and from Arita Station, transfer to the Matsuura Railway Nishikyushu Line and arrive at Matsuura Station via MR Imari Station. Train travel time is about 2 hours and 35 minutes, and the scenic scenery Unfolds from the Car window. ◇◇What is Matsuura City, Nagasaki, Matsuura City? In Matsuura City, fishing and agriculture support the city's economy. In particular, the total amount of landings of horse mackerel and mackerel is one of the highest in Japan, and fried horse mackerel and mackerel dishes using these fish are a source of local pride. In addition, there are many Nature landscapes in the city, Unfolds Fascination Visitors. ◇◇Popular Sightseeing spots in Matsuura City, Nagasaki, Matsuura City Prefecture◇◇ There are There are many Rich in nature Sightseeing spot and Famous landmarks in the Matsuura City, but this time we would like to introduce some of the most popular Sightseeing spot! ・Osaki Beaches The Beaches is popular for its outstanding location with a white sand Coastline that stretches for about 150 meters. In addition to Bathing in the sea in the crystal clear sea, you can also enjoy marine sports such as windsurfing, canoeing, SUP, Barbecue, and camping, so you can enjoy your summer trip. ・Iroha Island Iroha Island is a general name for many Uninhabited islands in the eastern part of Imari Bay, and the name was given because the large number of islands is reminiscent of the 48 characters of "Iroha Niho Heohe...". You can enjoy the view from Daisen Park in Fukushima Town, and it is so beautiful that the legend that "Kobo Daishi threw a brush" remains. ・Doya Terraced Paddy Field Doya Terraced Paddy Field is a terraced rice field boasting beautiful scenery that has been chosen by 100 best terraced rice fields in Japan. You can enjoy the scenery of the four seasons, and especially during the rice planting season from April to May, many photography enthusiasts from all over the country visit to capture the spectacular scenery that shines on the Paddy Field and the sea surface, and the "Doya Terraced Paddy Field Fire Festival" that is Held in in October is a masterpiece. Farming villages Healing Visitors. ◇◇Roadside Station in Matsuura City, Nagasaki, Matsuura City Prefecture◇◇ Introducing Roadside Stations in Matsuura City that provide Specialty products and Tourist Information of Matsuura City. ・Roadside Station Takarajima (Takarajima) "Roadside Station Takarajima" is a Roadside Station at the foot of the Takarajima Hizen Bridge where you can buy Fresh seafood and Local Specialty products, and a tuna dismantling show is held on the second and fourth Saturday of every month. In addition, the location facing the sea allows you to take a break while enjoying the scenery around Takara Island. ・Matsuura Umi no Furusato-kan Inside the facility, the Products Museum features the Matsuura Fish Market and Fresh fish caught in the neighborhood. You can also enjoy a delicious lunch such as fried horse mackerel and yellowtail bowls made with local ingredients. ◇◇Specialty products of Matsuura City, Nagasaki, Matsuura City ◇◇ Matsuura City has many specialty products that take advantage of the rich nature and warm climate, and the following items are exquisite even for Gourmet Street. ・Earl's Melon The Earl's Melon is grown in a high-grade melon that is Matsuura City and Cultivated, and is grown in a luxurious Cultivation way, with only 1 ball per plant. There are that it is characterized by its sweetness and aroma, and is popular not only at Mass Merchandise Stores but also at Furusato Nozei. ・Toki Aji (Toki Aji) Toki Aji is a fresh horse mackerel weighing more than 100g that is caught in the waters of Goto and Tsushima from April to August, and its fatty meat is exquisite. Local recommend especially sashimi, grilled with salt, and fried horse mackerel. ・Toki mackerel (Toki mackerel) Toki mackerel is a fish that represents Matsuura City along with Toki Aji. Mackerel weighing more than 400g is caught in the Tsushima Strait from the Goto Sea from October to February, and its umami and fatty meat are delicious like no other. In addition to grilled Mackerel and Toki shime saba, luxurious Mackerel shabu is also popular There are in the Locals. ・Fried horse mackerel Matsuura City is known as the "Holy Land of Holy Land of Fried Horse Mackerel", and Fried horse mackerel made with fresh horse mackerel has an exquisite taste that is crispy on the outside and plump on the inside. It is served in many Shokudo and restaurants in the city and is loved by Locals and tourists alike. ◇◇Events and Festivals in Matsuura City, Nagasaki, Matsuura City ◇◇ Matsuura City Held in Festivals and Events throughout the year where you can feel the Local history and culture. ・Shisa Town Noryo Fireworks Festival The Shisa Town Noryo Fireworks Festival is a fireworks festival Held in on August 15 every year, and Spirit Boats Parade through the city with the sound of Matsuura Drums, and 1,000 fireworks color the night sky of Matsuura City at the climax. ・Matsuura Naval Festival Matsuura Naval Festival is a festival held at the end of October every year to convey the history of Matsuura City to the present. It is an all-citizens-participation Events to honor the Matsuura Party (Matsuura Water Army), which defended the Township from the invasion of the Yuan army, and a parade and powerful performances are presented. ◇◇Introducing Tourist Information of Matsuura City, Nagasaki, Matsuura City Prefecture◇◇ Matsuura City, Nagasaki, Matsuura City Prefecture is an attractive area with rich Nature, history, and seafood that Matsuura City is proud of. Please visit Matsuura City and experience its charm. COOL JAPAN VIDEOS will regularly Broadcasting recommendations that we couldn't introduce this time, so please Best regards!

[Repeated Sightings of Asiatic Black Bears in the Hinata Area] Following the sighting on Wednesday, August 21, another Asiatic black bear was seen around noon on Friday, August 23, near the former Fureai no Mori campsite in the Hinata area. It cannot be confirmed whether this was the same individual, but all sightings occurred during daytime. Residents and visitors to the area are asked to be aware in advance. If you observe a bear or find signs of one, please contact the City Hall Agriculture Promotion Division at 0463-94-4664. [Precautions if You Encounter a Bear] 1 Do not approach and avoid making eye contact. 2 Do not shout loudly or make threatening gestures. 3 Do not feed or show food to the bear. 4 Leave the area promptly. 5 Secure doors and windows to prevent bears from entering homes and other buildings.

Call for Participants: Sannomiya Hibita Shrine “Isshin Crying Sumo” A baby graduation ceremony 👶 Crying sumo is a traditional Japanese ritual praying for babies’ health and growth. Make a once-in-a-lifetime memory—feel free to come and watch! Date: Monday, September 16 (Respect for the Aged Day) Check-in starts at 9:30 AM Venue: Sannomiya Hibita Shrine (1472 Sannomiya, Isehara) Participation fee: ¥13,000 Pay at registration on the day (Includes prayer fee, commemorative gift, and event participation fee) Eligibility: Babies from six months old with neck control up to two and a half years old Registration: Reserve via the “Isshin Crying Sumo” official website (Same-day registration available if space remains) Contact: Isshin Crying Sumo Executive Committee FAX: 078-903-5475 Email: info＠nakisumo.jp

TAKAHARU360 Projection mapping "TAKAHARU360" has been introduced to the rest House of Ojibaru Park!! You can get a 360-degree view of the Highlands' Sightseeing spots, and you can visit the Highlands in any weather! The performance will start from (Saturday), August 24th! !️ Fun ♫ to see what kind of sightseeing spots you can see after you go TAKAHARU360 (about 10 people at one time, 15 minutes) Traditional Japanese straw raincoat viewing is available only on Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays! !️ ①10：00〜11：00 ②15：00〜16：00 #Miyazaki Prefecture #Takaharu #Takaharucho Tourism Association #Ojibaru Park #TAKAHARU360 #Projection Mapping #Takaharu Myths #Takaharu Tourism #Highlands Sightseeing spot #ProjectionMapping

Hello to everyone watching Cool Japan Video! This is the Nobeoka Tourism Association. From now on, we will share information about Nobeoka City’s sightseeing spots and events. We will introduce Nobeoka’s charms in plenty of detail, so we hope you enjoy. Now then, first let us introduce Nobeoka City! Nobeoka City is located in northern Miyazaki Prefecture. After merging with Kitakata Town and Kitanoura Town in 2006 and with Kitagawa Town in 2007, it has a population of about 115,000 and, by area, is the second largest city in Kyushu. It is the birthplace of the major integrated chemical manufacturer Asahi Kasei and also has an industrial city side. Seasonal events are lively here, from the springtime Nobeoka Flower Story to the autumn tradition of the ayu fishing weir, which draws visitors from across the country and livens up the town. Nobeoka is also nationally famous as the birthplace of chicken nanban and spicy noodles, and you can enjoy these soul foods at many local restaurants. This is an appealing region where natural beauty, historic sites, and delicious cuisine come together. You will discover something new each time you visit, and you’ll want to come back again and again. With the opening of the Higashi-Kyushu Expressway, access to Nobeoka City has become very convenient. Please come and experience the charms of Nobeoka City for yourself. *An access image to Nobeoka City is also attached.*

Taiboji Jizo Bon Festival At 16:50, the “Hyakumanben Nembutsu Juzu-kuri Service,” in which everyone takes turns turning a rosary that can reach 20 meters long while offering their personal wishes, will be held. At the Jizo Bon event hosted by ISEHARA FREAKS, enjoy food stalls and a stage as everyone comes together to celebrate! Date: Saturday, August 24, 2024, 3:00 PM–8:30 PM Venue: Jodo Sect Senjuyama Taiboji A 7-minute walk from Isehara Station North Exit

Mountain Isehara Market is on! Light rain or shine (canceled in severe weather) A stage showcase stands in the center of the General Sports Park venue Food tents, food trucks, and local vegetables for sale will be available A feast of tasty fun awaits! Sunday, August 25, 2024, 10:00–15:00 Venue: Isehara City General Sports Park (free admission) 320 Nishitomioka, Isehara, Kanagawa ● Access by train and bus Get off at Odakyu Line Isehara Station Take the Kanagawa Chuo Kotsu bus from North Exit boarding bay 3, bound for Nanasawa, about 10 minutes, 240 yen ▪ If you take routes I34 or I36, get off at General Sports Park ▪ If you take routes I31 or I37, get off at General Sports Park Entrance and walk 5 minutes ※ Walking from Isehara Station takes about 45 minutes ● Access by car ▪ About 30 minutes from Atsugi Interchange on the Tomei Expressway ▪ About 8 minutes from Isehara-Oyama Interchange on the Shin-Tomei Expressway ※ Congestion is expected, so please use public transportation For details and inquiries, see the flyer. Loads of delicious food! Summer vacation is in its second half—enjoy Isehara to the fullest and ride out the hot summer!!

On September 1st, the Friend Building will have a power outage for statutory inspections, and Tomakomai Tourist Information Center will be temporarily closed. Closed: Sunday, September 1, 2024 — all day Please note that manhole cards will not be distributed and bicycle rental reservations or rentals will not be available on that day. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.

Ōyama Afuri Shrine Autumn Grand Festival Three days from Tuesday, August 27 to Thursday, August 29, 2024 A festival giving thanks for safety on the summer mountain and announcing the arrival of autumn on Mount Ōyama This is a festival celebrated by the parishioners of the six Ōyama districts. On the 27th there is the Senkō-sai (Descent Ceremony), on the 28th the main festival, and on the 29th the Kankō-sai (Ascent Ceremony). During the rites, wa-mai (ancient court dance) and miko dances are performed. During the Descent and Ascent, the Afuri Great Deity makes a divine procession through the mountain town. 【Location】Ōyama Afuri Shrine Lower Shrine, Office 【Contact】Ōyama Afuri Shrine Office TEL 0463-95-2006

Thursday, August 15 — Fishing Tournament in Kuraoka District🎣🔥 Today, Thursday, August 15, a fishing tournament took place in the Kuraoka district👏 About 350 kg of yamame and rainbow trout were released into the river🐟 The event opened with a fishing class for children🥳 The kids picked things up incredibly fast, and the adults watching around them kept saying, “Wow, this isn’t just ‘they’re good’… their casting spots are perfect…” in amazement🤣🤣🤣 The fish the children caught were grilled and eaten right away, just enough for each family🤤💕Fresh fish they had caught themselves must have tasted extra delicious🥰 After that came the adult fishing tournament💪! Veterans who know all the best spots and techniques kept reeling fish in one after another😯👏Truly impressive… They put away the caught fish so quickly that it was hard to capture good photos😂 While the adults fished earnestly, there was also a grab-and-catch contest for children…🫳🐟 Kids grabbed the slippery fish non-stop until there were none left, and some families ended up taking home full plastic bags of fish😂 Older elementary and middle school kids seemed put off by the sliminess, so the smaller children fearlessly caught the most — which was amusing to watch🤭✨ By midday, even the adults had nets full of fish🤣 The day ended with a raffle for luxurious prizes like sweets, daily necessities, and sake👏 This summer event, a family-friendly fishing tournament at the end of Obon, must have given participants a wonderful summer memory😌🌻

[Notice of Changed Closing Hours at Hinata Yakushi Due to Typhoon] 2024 Due to the approaching typhoon Thursday, August 15 — closes at 4:00 PM Friday, August 16 — closed all day Saturday, August 17 — may be closed depending on conditions * Please check the Hinata Yakushi website for updates.

Notice: Oyama Cable Car suspended all day on Friday, August 16, 2024 Due to the approach of Typhoon No. 7, the cable car will be suspended all day on Friday, August 16, 2024. Please check the Oyama Cable Car website for further details and updates.