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Winter traditions Eel fishing I went to Tokushima Prefecture to see this scene, but I was impressed when I saw it for the first time. There were already tripods on the bridge, so I took a hand-held picture from behind so as not to disturb passers-by and other photographers.

Was shopping the other day in Nihonbashi and saw this akabeko and thought it was really cute so I decided to take a photo of it. The name was quite funny to me as well. Instead of the usual "akabeko" this was a "nemubeko," or "tired-beko" basically, and you can see how the eyes are actually half way shut instead of the normally wide-open eyes, giving it the tired look lol. I've always wanted to try an akabeko experience as I love traditional Japanese crafts and akabeko in particular seem really fun to make. I've read a few posts in another places of people trying akabeko workshops and having a really fun time. I haven't used papier mache since I was a kid either so it'd probably be a nostalgic experience for sure. If I do try an akabeko workshop, I think I'll make a "nemubeko" as well lol

Dondo grill in the snow country

Cleaning up a dondo-yaki fire in a mountain village in Niigata Prefecture. The "Suminuri Festival" was also held, so my face is black with charcoal. Even though it was snowing, the old-fashioned appearance was impressive.

The New Year's event "Sumi-zuki" can be seen in various parts of the Japan. "Sumi-zuki" is a strange festival that burns the god of sai and prays for a good harvest and disease-free life that year. The photo shows the locals who really enjoyed the "Son-in-law Throwing and Suminuri" festival at Matsunoyama Onsen in Niigata Prefecture.

<Yasaka Shrine Setsubun Festival > Various events have been canceled due to Corona. This was the Setsubun Festival three years ago. When the mamemaki bean throwing is over, spring in Kyoto is just around the corner. Please also pay attention to the shape of the maiko's kanzashi.

"Winter View Osaka City Kita-ku" A natural Japan scene with the changing seasons.

This empty road of Kibitsu Shrine in Okayama Prefecture is so empty that it seems to be sucked in. Why 🤔 do I feel strange? People walking slowly, jogging, walking There were many things, but everyone seemed 😆 to be comfortable It's a sacred path, isn't it?😊

It is a moon viewing decoration of the "Mid-Autumn Famous Moon" farmer.

The clear autumn sky seen from the castle tower of Odawara Castle. The flow of clouds like a phoenix flying in the sky is very beautiful.

Rice cultivation in Hitachiota City, Ibaraki Prefecture. Photographed with a drone in the middle of rice harvesting.

Rice ears and you shine shiny He says this is his first rice harvesting experience. This young lady is unfamiliar at first, and I am anxiously in my heart. I was talking, but maybe because I'm young, in less than an hour. I was working hard to harvest new rice to make a crispy offering to God. It's been hard and hard to work all the time. While answering with a smile, she successfully performed the ritual. Such a healthy smile of accomplishment to everyone!

Autumn of Rikugien Gardens ~In the autumn leaves~

Autumn in the Famous Garden ~The Red World of Rikugien Gardens~

I thought this was a really nice article and video. I hadn't heard about Utase ships or Utase fishing before. I mentioned the other day in a post about the Edo-Tokyo Museum how I really liked seeing the architecture of the ships and just happened to come across this today. I love how you can see a full broadside view of the ship and its sails. Apparently there are a bunch of different varieties of sails and different numbers used depending on the size, etc. of the ship. I've never had the opportunity to go to Kumamoto sadly, but I'd like to see this in action if I get the chance. I've seen a lot of photos of Kumamoto Castle as well, so that's definitely something I'd be checking out if I visited. I'd like to do it in the spring to see the cherry blossoms as well.

At the Fukushima rice terraces in Iiyama City, Nagano Prefecture, which was selected as one of the 100 best terraced rice fields. The river illuminated by the western sun is the Chikuma River. It seemed that the full-scale rice harvesting would begin the next day.

This is a photo of his father taken in December 2018 at Muroji Temple in Uda City, Nara Prefecture. My father is a nihilistic monk, and he is a father whom I really respect. I was able to take a dignified photo of my father with beautiful autumn leaves, so I will apply.

Aomori's Nebuta Festival! I was overwhelmed by the dynamic turns at the intersection and the power of the Nebuta. I hope that enthusiasm will return next year! And I want to go see it again!!

Summer in Kyoto is the Gion Festival! The scene of the yamaboko turning around is truly a masterpiece. I hope that next year will bring back that traditional beauty and enthusiasm.

Nagano Prefecture, at Sujinmon on the way to Togakushi Shrine Okusha. I arrived at 6 a.m., the sun was starting to rise, and the sunlight was shining, which was very fantastic. We received a lot of pure and clear air with deep greenery in summer. I passed the person who had already visited the shrine, and when I turned around, I felt very nostalgic.

Eat Shinanomachi corn, freshly picked, and freshly baked on the spot. Natural breeze is cool 🎵 It was sweet and delicious. Some people bought 50 bottles and went there.

Summer begins. . . . Postscript. Summer of Japan. Summer is supposed to be enjoyed with friends or loved ones. I hope that someday such a wonderful "summer" will come again.

Saga One of the only two times a year in Kyushu "Sanshakudama" Fireworks that fill your field of vision The power rises with a very loud sound. Open wide Fireworks that get so excited that you scream

Saga Karatsu Castle Rising from behind Karatsu Castle every year "Nishakudama" Many people take pictures with this composition every year. This year, I was able to deliver a composition that I rarely can take. It is a fireworks festival held every September. Magic Hour Sky and Karatsu Castle and Fireworks It's a firework that can only be taken this summer.