Gooden-ji Temple, associated with Honda Tadakatsu, and Isumi Shrine will distribute goshuin (temple and shrine stamps) for one day only. Parts of Gooden-ji’s main hall and Isumi Shrine’s honden, normally closed to the public, will also be opened. Please take this opportunity to visit. Date and time: Sunday, March 30, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Locations: Gooden-ji (180 Shinchō, Otaki) Isumi Shrine (63-1 Shinchō, Otaki) Main events Gooden-ji: Distribution of goshuin Partial opening of the main hall A lecture on history by parishioners, and more Isumi Shrine: Distribution of goshuin Partial opening of the honden Explanations by the castle town guides, and more

Hello 😊 This is Ryusuido. In March, Shosenkyo Gorge feels the sun grow warmer, gentle sunlight pours onto the water, and you can slowly sense spring☘️ arriving. We can’t wait for the cherry blossoms🌸 to bloom‼️ March’s birthstone is aquamarine💎 A member of the beryl family, like emeralds, its color and gem name vary according to the minerals it contains. With its pale, gentle aqua hue, aquamarine symbolizes healing and happiness, and a legend says it brings joyful love and marriage✨ We also offer a wide selection of other natural stones and accessories, so please stop by to enjoy the soothing space where gemstones and the sound of the falls weave together. We look forward to the day we can see your lovely smiles 😊

[Hayashi Park Walk & Picnic Tour] Now accepting participants! A relaxed walking tour to enjoy the scenery. For the picnic lunch, enjoy local strawberry fruit sandwiches, apple juice, and freshly brewed coffee. For details, please see the Toyooka Tabi Jikan website. https://www.vill-nagano-toyooka-kanko.jp/tourism/guide-tour/cycling-guide-tour-02/8985/... Date and Time: Saturday, April 5 and Sunday, April 6 Both days meet at 11:00 AM and dismiss at 1:00 PM Meeting Place: Toyooka Tabi Jikan (next to Roadside Station Minami-Shinshu Toyooka Marche) 12407 Kamishina (Kumashiro), Toyooka Village, Shimoina District, Nagano Prefecture 399-3202 How to Apply: ・Phone (0265-49-3395) ・Google Form (a link is posted on the page above).

Hello. This is En'emon Denshōkan. As the weather swings between warm and cold, spring is slowly approaching♪ The foliage around Kaku-enpeak seems to be getting a bit greener. March 3rd was Hinamatsuri across the country🎎 In Yamanashi, many places celebrate on April 3rd, so the festive mood of the doll festival continues for a month✨ The tradition of wishing for healthy growth has been passed down for a long time. Aquamarine, the birthstone for March, is said to purify the heart and give hope, and its stone meaning is “filled with happiness,” so it also makes a good charm✨ Also, the rose quartz we recommend this time is a healing stone and a stone of love, and it is considered a protector of women. We look forward to seeing your smiles🙂✨

Hello! This is Koshu local cuisine Waraji. The weather has been mild these past few days, and you can already sense hints of spring at Shosenkyo Gorge. Still, the forecast still shows some snow days, and temperatures vary widely, so please go out dressed warmly. After strolling through the richly natural Shosenkyo Gorge, why not take a relaxing break with our specialty, the tororo soba set meal? Enjoy a blissful moment as smooth soba noodles meet richly flavored grated yam. With crispy tempura and small side dishes included, your body and spirit are sure to be satisfied. We look forward to your visit.

23rd Arao Pear Blossom Genki Walk Saturday, March 29, 2025 The season of soft, joyful spring sunlight has arrived. Delicate white blossoms will bloom on Arao’s specialty pear trees. Would you like to walk through Arao’s spring scenery with us? We are pleased to announce an approximately 8-kilometer walking event that starts at Arao City Mall and goes to Mizuno Park and back. After the walk, we will hold a raffle with luxurious prizes, including gift certificates usable at Youme Town and a delivery of 3 kg of Arao pears this autumn. Event Date Saturday, March 29, 2025 (Reiwa 7) 9:00 AM–1:00 PM ※Held in light rain; canceled in severe weather Registration: 8:30 AM–9:30 AM Opening Ceremony: 9:30 AM Start: Mass start immediately after the opening ceremony Final Goal: 12:30 PM Course Start/Goal: Youme Town City Mall Parking Lot A Turnaround: Mizuno Park Eligibility Those who are confident in their physical fitness Elementary school students and younger must be accompanied by a guardian How to Apply ♦ Application Period From 8:00 AM on Saturday, February 1, 2025 (Reiwa 7) to 5:00 PM on Friday, March 14, 2025 (Reiwa 7) ♦ Application Method Online application form Search for “Arao Pear Blossom Genki Walk” Contact Arao Pear Blossom Genki Walk Executive Committee (Arao City Tourism, Culture and Exchange Division, Tourism Promotion Office) TEL 0968-63-1421 Participation Fee 500 yen (elementary school age and older) Competition Rules The event is conducted by walking the designated course. Participants must travel on foot only; bicycles, cars, and similar vehicles are not permitted. ※In the event of injuries to participants, first aid and coverage within the organizer’s insurance will be provided; other liabilities will not be assumed. Organizer: Arao Pear Blossom Genki Walk Executive Committee (Secretariat: Arao City Tourism, Culture and Exchange Division) Supported by: Tamana Agricultural Cooperative (JA Tamana); Arao City Tourism Association (general incorporated association) Cooperation: JA Tamana Arao Pear Section; Youme Town City Mall; Greenland; Yakiniku Nulbon Garden

Hello! This is Genshosenkyo. Cold days continue, but the air is so clear that the rock faces along the promenade are fully visible, creating a breathtaking view. Around Senga Falls and along the river, the rocks are dusted in white ice, and the way the mountain stream rushes between those rocks is truly beautiful (sparkling). Fewer tourists visit in this season, so you can fully enjoy the great outdoors. If you listen closely, the sound of the wind, flowing water, and birdsong is deeply soothing. Our shop is the closest to the power spot Senga Falls.😃 After exploring Shosenkyo Gorge, please stop by Genshosenkyo to recharge your energy. We look forward to seeing you all❣️

Hello to everyone watching Cool Japan Video! This is the Sakuho Town Tourism Association in Nagano Prefecture. Sakuho, Nagano Prefecture, lies toward the eastern side of Nagano in the central part of Japan, spread out on either side of the Chikuma River like a pair of outstretched wings. We will introduce many attractions and recommended spots in Sakuho, Nagano Prefecture, so please enjoy. - - - - - - - - - - - Recommended sightseeing spots in Sakuho, Nagano Prefecture - - - - - - - - - - - - ◆Shirakoma Pond Nestled in the vast primeval forest of Kita-Yatsugatake, this mystical lake glistens with clear water. It is the largest natural lake in Japan located above 2,100 meters. The trail to the pond winds through virgin forest of Kometsuga, spruce, and Shirabiso that have stood for centuries, while the forest floor is carpeted with moss as if a green rug has been spread across it. You can easily see alpine plants and the seasonal changes of wild nature here, and the area is also famous as a gateway for climbing and trekking the majestic Yatsugatake peaks. ◆Moss Forest The "Moss Forest," home to 519 species of moss. It was designated a "Precious Moss Forest of Japan" by the Bryological Society of Japan. Step into the woods and you will be struck by an expanse of blue-green moss stretching as far as the eye can see. Around Shirakoma Pond, ten individual forests have been named. Each has its own character and different moss varieties. Be sure to visit the mysterious Moss Forest of Kita-Yatsugatake. ◆Shirakaba Gunseichi (Birch Grove) Regarded as the most beautiful birch grove in Japan, Yachiho Kogen to the northeast sits on a plateau formed by volcanic activity. Some 500,000 birch trees grow across approximately 200 hectares. The tall, pale trunks stand in vertical rows with light green leaves, and the sound of the wind makes this a bright, pleasant forest. The area is also famous for large colonies of Rhododendron kaempferi, mitsuba azaleas, renge azalea, and Enkianthus perulatus, which contrast beautifully with the birch trees to create a rich white woodland. ◆Yachiho Highland Natural Garden Within the expansive grounds, stands of birch, larch, and mizunara oak form varied natural woodland, while clear streams, two waterfalls, and a wide variety of alpine plants change their displays with the seasons to welcome visitors gently. Three walking courses of different lengths are available, and you can enjoy refreshing strolls while listening to the songs of wild birds. ◆Yachiho Highland Arboretum The arboretum sits at an elevation of 1,600 meters. As you walk the highland you can observe natural birch groves, stands of sasa grass, and wildflowers up close. The trails pass streams, ponds, and waterfalls, offering scenes woven from pure water and plants, and you may also spot birds drawn to the water. ◆Komadeike Campground A well-located campground surrounded by what is said to be Japan’s most beautiful birch forest. Komadeike, the pond that serves as the campground’s symbol, reflects the blue sky and trees like a mirror on clear days, and its beauty is breathtaking. ◆◆Tourist information for Sakuho, Nagano Prefecture◆◆ Sakuho, Nagano Prefecture, is an attractive destination where Shinshu’s beautiful nature and traditions thrive. Cool Japan Video will bring you plenty of sightseeing information packed with the charms of Sakuho, Nagano Prefecture, so thank you for watching!

Hello, this is the Shinshu Suzaka Tourism Association. This year has also started ~30-tiered decorations Thousand Dolls Festival~ In Suzaka Art Park, At the World Folk Doll Museum, the Suzaka Print Museum, and the Historical Building Park, the Hina-sama from the late Edo period to the present heralds Spring in Suzaka City, Nagano Prefecture. Fun the colors, patterns, and facial expressions of the kimono that change with the times. What is the Hinamatsuri (Doll Festival)? 　The Hinamatsuri (doll festival) is a festival to celebrate the healthy growth of girls. In Japan, January 7 Seven Grass Festivals March 3 Peach Festivals May 5 Iris Festivals July 7 Tanabata September 9 Chrysanthemum Festival is called the Five Festivals and is a traditional annual event. Among them, the peach festival and the iris festival are still recognized as important festivals. What is the Hinamatsuri (doll festival) of the month delay? 　In ancient times, the lunisolar calendar (old calendar) was used in Japan, and the Hinamatsuri (doll festival) on March 3 was held in April of the current Gregorian calendar (new calendar). Even now, in snowy areas and farming villages, the custom of celebrating the Hinamatsuri (doll festival) on the lunar calendar when it has become warmer remains strong. In Suzaka City, Nagano Prefecture, there is still a custom of celebrating the month late in April. Held in: Thursday, January 16, 2025 ~ Sunday, May 18, 2025 Exhibition replacement closed: April 14 ~ April 23, Closed on Wednesdays after May 7 Opening Hours: 9:00 a.m. ~ 5:00 p.m. (Last admission 30 minutes before closing) * Suzaka Print Museum and Historical Building Park will be on display until Sunday, April 13. This year, May Dolls Iris Festival will be Held in at the same time from Thursday, April 24. Admission fee: January 16 ~ April 13 600 yen 　　　　(Free for high school students and younger, and for those under 18 years old) 　　　　　April 24 ~ May 18 500 yen (doll Museum only) Held in Place: Suzaka Art Park (World Folk Doll Museum, Suzaka Print Museum, Historical Building Park) Address: 1367-1 Nobe, Suzaka City, Nagano Prefecture ☎：０２６－２４５－２３４０ The fourth and fifth photos show the historical building garden The sixth photo shows the Suzaka Print Museum Photos 7 and 8 show the Scene of the chicks preparing for the exhibition.

Happy New Year. I look forward to your continued support this year.

Here’s tourist information for Nagiso town! 📍 Kakizore Valley (Kakizore Keikoku) Among the many gorges along the Kiso Road, this one is said to be especially beautiful. Massive granite boulders that fill the deep valley create stunning waterfalls, rapids, and pools. The water’s beautiful emerald green never becomes muddy, even after rain. In spring you can enjoy azaleas and rhododendrons, and in autumn the leaves turn brilliant colors.✨ Generally, visitors start from JR Junikane Station and follow a nature trail for 4.5 km to Ushigataki Falls, then continue farther along a forest road. For a short walk, the roughly 300 m promenade from Koiji Suspension Bridge to Ushigataki is recommended. The view of Ushigataki, where the main flow of the Kakizore River plunges through carved granite, is spectacular. A 40-minute walk along the forest road brings you to viewpoints with refreshing views of Kirigataki, and you can also see Nijiga Falls and Kaminari Falls. We ask for your cooperation with a maintenance contribution. Please deposit it in the brown post box located at the entrance to Kakizore Valley. Access - By car: about 10 minutes from National Route 19 at the "Kakizore Valley Entrance" signal. Two free parking lots available. - By JR: Get off at JR Nagiso Station and take a taxi for about 25 minutes. Get off at JR Junikane Station and walk about 1 hour (taxis are not regularly available). Other information - Flush toilets are available at each parking area. - Vending machines are located near the parking areas. - You can download a brochure (map) from the Nagiso Town Tourism Association official website "Burari Nagiso." Requests - Camping, barbecues, and similar activities are prohibited within Kakizore Valley. - Please take your trash home with you. - Do not approach the river during rain or when water levels are high. - If you play in the river, please take every safety precaution and enjoy responsibly.

Isumi Shrine Light-Up As part of the Otaki Castle Town illumination, Isumi Shrine is also lit up through December 31, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

Autumn foliage update for December 3rd Here are the conditions at Awamata Waterfall, Tsutsumori Momiji Valley, and Kegai Sakai on December 3rd.

Otaki Station Front Lighting Begins From December 1 for one month, as part of the Otaki Castle Town illumination, the area in front of Otaki Station and Isumi Shrine will be lit up.

Squid - Gochiba "19th Anniversary Thanksgiving" Held in ❗️ 📅12/7 (Sat), 8 (Sun) 13JA gathered from all over the country and sold 🤩 Specialty products from all over the country at special prices for two days only Other, a total of 1,000 "Sho Squid ~ Lottery Tickets", unlimited Specialty Products from all over Events country, etc a lot of 🍎🍐🍊

Otaki Gas Lamps Natural gas was discovered in Otaki Town around the Meiji era, and the country’s first natural gas company (Otaki Natural Gas Co., Ltd., now Kanto Natural Gas Development Co., Ltd.) was established, with city gas supply beginning in 1935. Three gas lamps now stand in front of the Natural Gas Memorial Hall, quietly lighting the night.

I thought that this year's Sapporo would have warmer days than every year and that the Period to see Autumn leaves would be Squid longer, but the snow fell early and it turned out to be a very short autumn. This time, I would like to introduce 🌳 the Autumn leaves Spot around the hotel taken in early November 🍂 Hotel Kita 3-jo Street Side The trees on the north side of the hotel (along Kita 3-jo Street) are now more red than they were in this photo. Since it is a place where it is difficult to get sunlight, it seems that you can see the Autumn leaves a little longer. At the foot of the tree, there is a "Nanmosa stove" and a photo Spot of the 📷 hotel 🍂clock tower Speaking of Sapporo, Famous landmarks are just around the corner from the hotel! Located in in the building district, there are many trees around the clock tower, and it is Light up at night, making it look 👀 more beautiful 🍂 Odori Park Odori Park, which shows various faces in Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter, Events, etc., can see various kinds of Autumn leaves in autumn. It's just a short walk from the hotel, so Squid might be 🚶🏻 ♂️🚶🏻 a good idea to go for a walk 🍂 Hokkaido Office Red Brick Terrace If you walk straight west from the hotel, you will find the Hokkaido Government Office. In the square of the red brick terrace in front of the Provincial Government Office, stalls such as Mackerel sandwiches and taiyaki, which are now a hot topic, were lined up. The provincial government office is undergoing renovation work until around March next year, but you can enter the premises. Inside the red brick terrace, there are also Famous restaurants that Hokkaido is proud of! 🍂 Hokkaido University Row of ginkgo trees Speaking of Autumn leaves in Sapporo, this is it! [Row of ginkgo trees] in Hokkaido University. The 70 Row of ginkgo trees is a sight to behold 😲 It'There are a little far from the hotel, but it's a recommended Spot, so please include it in your ✨ sightseeing plan There are so many other Autumn leaves Spot in Sapporo that I can There are t introduce them all! It was scattered by the snow and strong winds the other day, but it looks like you can still enjoy it 💕 Please stop by various Spots!

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.

Manhole Cover of Otaki Castle A manhole cover featuring the design of Otaki Castle, a symbol of Otaki, is located in the Shimomigaoka housing complex. A colored version is on display at the tourist information center in front of Isumi Railway Otaki Station. Unfortunately, a manhole card has not been produced.

Fortune tellers are also autumn colors 2024.11.08 #Dazaifu Tenmangu

✻Notice✻ Every year, they Fascination us with very beautiful bamboo lights Events It is a "Township Minamoto Awara lamps", but in the entire Awara Hot Spring Yunomachi Square, Implementation was held for two days on November 2 and 3. 👏👏 Some of them Only the installation in front of the Fujino Gor Kuro Memorial Hall will be on display until December 6th. Bamboo lights gently illuminate the ✨✨ night It's very fantastic, so I'd love to see it.

Hello everyone, this is the Shosenkyo Gorge Tourism Association. Today was mostly cloudy and a bit gloomy. When the sun doesn’t come out, the temperature drops noticeably, so please take care to manage your health. The area around Kaku-en Peak is starting to show patches of autumn color. It’s still early, so the best viewing should come in early to mid-November—something to look forward to! During the Crystal Mikoshi on November 10th, the autumn leaves might just be at their peak.

It is the Hatanagi First Dam (Lake Hatanagi) built on the Oigawa River in Shizuoka Prefecture. The Autumn leaves of the mountains of the Southern Alps were very beautiful.

October 22, 2024 On that day, hungry me—Kawanishi the foodie—braved my appetite (laughs) and visited several of the city’s autumn leaf spots to take photos and share the much-requested “Suwa autumn foliage report.” The morning was sunny, but by the afternoon, perhaps because of my poor habits, it turned cloudy… please forgive me… The following are my impressions of each spot. They reflect my personal views, so I appreciate your understanding and acceptance. 1. Takashima Castle and Gokoku Shrine — The ginkgo trees showed no color yet and were still very green. The maples only showed the faintest hint of color. 2. Lake Suwa and the lakeside park — I felt the leaves were just beginning to change, but there’s still a long way to go. 3. Katakura-kan — The ginkgo trees are starting to take on a slightly yellow tint, but it still seems early. 4. Tateishi Park — Here, too, the leaves appear to be just beginning to change. The 23rd was rainy, but the high reached 23°C. Mornings have been warm; this week’s highs are around 20°C and the lows do not drop below 10°C. It seems the foliage may be later than usual by about a week. Today, I’m updating you about Suwa City’s recent autumn leaf situation. I received several inquiries, so I visited Suwa’s leaf-viewing spots on October 22. The morning was sunny, but I was unlucky—the afternoon turned cloudy. Please forgive me! Caution: these are my personal impressions; please understand. 1. Takashima Castle and Gokoku Shrine — The ginkgo trees remain very green; only a few leaves are turning yellow. 2. Lake Suwa and Kohan Park — I estimate about 20–30% of the trees have begun changing to yellow and red. 3. Katakura-kan — I estimate about 20–30% of the ginkgo trees around Katakura-kan are gradually turning yellow. 4. Tateishi Park — Similar to Katakura-kan, maples and cherry trees are shifting to red, about 20–30%. Yesterday was rainy in Suwa, but the temperature reached 23°C (74°F). It wasn’t cold at all—quite surprising. Normally in Suwa around November, temperatures fall below 15°C (59°F). I think this year’s autumn colors are delayed by more than a week compared with a typical year.

When I visited Shizuoka Prefecture, I happened to take a walk early in the morning and encountered a pleasant morning.

A park in Tatsuno City, Hyogo Prefecture It was an old-fashioned small park, but it was a charming park with two large ginkgo trees on either side and seesaw

It was a large Persimmon tree that I happened to find in Shiso City, Hyogo Prefecture, and it was 😋 an autumn persimmon that appeared in Japan folk tales, like the original scenery of nostalgic Japan

Goshikinuma ponds, often dubbed the “mysterious lake,” promise to be an great experience with their captivating colors—emerald green, cobalt blue, turquoise blue, emerald blue, and pastel blue. Goshikinuma meaning "five color ponds," is somewhat misleading. The area features far more than five ponds, each likely to reveal an even broader array of spectacular colors. During fall time the ponds look more heavenly and peaceful.

㊙ Sightseeing spot introduction Tomakomai Research Forest, Hokkaido University (Takaoka, Tomakomai) The Hokkaido University Research Forest, which is close to the city and allows you to feel the four seasons of Tomakomai, A hidden Autumn leaves spot in Tomakomai. It looks like it will be in Best time to visit from around this Sunday! Forget the hustle and bustle of the city and become one with Nature. * Scenes from last year. 【Facilities site】 QR code

I went to Nanhu Park in Shirakawa City! It's a very nice weather and a nice day for a walk ☀️. I have 😊 been enjoying a leisurely holiday by taking a walk around the lake with my dog (Chihuahua) The sky and sun reflected on the surface of the lake are very beautiful, and I butterfly flower on the spot and snap 📷 with my smartphone I was able to take such a miraculous one! ✨️ It was the moment when the dragonfly that was perched on the grass below took off I had 🐕🐾 a wonderful autumn memory with my dog.