Taken on July 2, 26. I visited Tokyo Daijingu Shrine. The Tanabata decorations were splendid.🎋

Taken on July 7, 2014. I visited Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine. The grounds were beautifully decorated with Tanabata ornaments. 🎋

Good morning! As of 10 AM on July 7th, the temperature is 17.6℃. Some people might feel a bit chilly, but in recent years, it's not uncommon for Tomakomai to exceed 30℃. It used to be known for its coolness even in summer, making me feel like I've gone back in time. By the way, did you know there's an area in front of the Tomakomai Chūō Library where plants native to Tomakomai are planted?🌿 You can also see the "Yachiyanagi" used in Tomakomai's craft beer "Kamuy Geiru Retara"!🍺

Taken on June 29, 26. This is the gateau chocolat and black latte from LEC COFFEE.

Notice: Iwanai Shrine Grand Festival This year, the Iwanai Shrine Grand Festival will be held for three days from July 7th to July 9th! Please be aware that there will be road closures during this period and take care when coming. We invite you to the Iwanai Festival! 😌 *The schedule is referenced from the Iwanai Shrine website.

Deaibashi and Todorokibashi ❚ Oita Bungoono Geopark Located in Kiyokawamachi, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture, are Deaibashi and Todorokibashi. This area boasts the largest and second-largest arch spans of stone bridges in Japan, making it a very precious location. Todorokibashi measures 32.1 meters, making it the largest in Japan, while Deaibashi measures 29.3 meters, ranking second. Deaibashi was completed in 1924, built by the local residents as an important road connecting the community. Todorokibashi was completed in 1934, historically constructed as a bridge for a forest railway transporting timber. Furthermore, these two bridges have been recognized as Civil Engineering Heritage by the Japan Society of Civil Engineers for the fiscal year 2025, drawing renewed attention as historically valuable landscapes. You can drive close to the area, and Todorokibashi is still used as a road bridge. In contrast, Deaibashi is a pedestrian bridge, allowing visitors to enjoy its unique charm on foot. The Okudake River flowing beneath the bridge and the surrounding columnar jointing landscape are also appealing features. A place where you can encounter the beauty of both history and nature. Why not take your time to visit? 【Location】Yada, Kiyokawamachi, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture 【Access】About 50 minutes by car from Oita Mera IC About 5 minutes by car from JR Bungokiyokawa Station 【Parking】Available ■■■Access to the center of Bungoono City■■■ About 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture About 2 hours by car from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by car from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by car from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Introducing recommended spots for tourism in Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■

Participants are now being recruited for the event! 🚴‍♀️🚴🚴 On Saturday, July 25th, "sara Village Ride in Tokachi Speedway" will be held in Sarabetsumura. 😊 Enjoy cycling in two formats tailored to your goals and skill levels on the circuit! 🎵 1️⃣ Race Format (for those who want to compete) Challenge yourself on a professional circuit course, competing for laps and sprint times. 【Classes and Participation Fees】 📍 Junior (Grades 1-3 / Grades 4-6) / Junior Youth (Middle School): Each class has a capacity of 10 participants (Free participation) 📍 Youth (High School): Capacity of 35 participants (1,000 yen / including admission fee) 📍 Masters (Adults, gender-separated by age): Capacity of 65 participants (2,000 yen / including admission fee) 🔶 Participation Benefits Everyone will receive "Sarabetsu Plum Cider" and "Fukushi no Sato Onsen bath tickets (valid for the day)" as gifts‼️ Additionally, prizes will be awarded to the top 3 in each class and the sprint winner! ✨✨ 2️⃣ Fan Ride Format (for those who want to enjoy) 📍 Target: Generally, elementary and middle school students and their guardians 📍 Participation Fee: Free 📍 Content: Enjoy unlimited cycling for 2 hours at your own pace within the circuit! 🚴‍♀️🚴 It's perfect for creating memories with your family! 🎵 Registration is currently open‼️ We look forward to your participation! 🤗 For more details, please check the Sarabetsumura Tourism Association's Instagram. Sarabetsumura tourism information → @sarabetsumura_kankou https://www.sarabetsu-tourism.com//

26年6月29日撮影。 LEC COFFEEさんのキッシュプレートです。 きのこ、新玉ねぎ、ベーコンのキッシュ、自家製鶏ハムのサラダ、自家製パン、とうもろこしの冷製スープです。

Until July 20th, works by Erina Ichikawa are on display at LEC COFFEE. They use coffee as a medium. ☕️

Taken on June 29, 2026. This is Hanatetsu's flower water.

Taken on June 29, 2026. This is the flower water of Hara Florist.

Photographed on June 29, 2014. This is the flower water at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Taken on June 9, 2026. This is the floral water offering at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Event Announcement📣 On July 5th (Sunday), the annual Yamabe Release Festival will be held at Satsunai River Park, located at the foot of the Hidaka Mountain Range😊 Surrounded by lush greenery, the venue will feature performances by the Poroshiri Drummers, a quiz stage about the Hidaka Mountain Range, and food booths offering delicious gourmet treats❗️ Additionally, there will be programs to fully enjoy nature, including the release of yamabe (young fish), a river fish catch-and-grill experience, and outdoor activities like Mölkky and tree climbing😍 There will also be a popular candy toss and edamame tossing for the kids🎵 Let’s experience summer in Nakasatsunai Village with family and friends🤗 📍Date and Time: July 5th, 2026 (Sunday) from 10 AM to 2 PM 📍Venue: Satsunai River Park (713 Minamisatsunai, Nakasatsunai Village) *In case of rain, the venue will be changed to the Nakasatsunai Cultural Creation Center, and the event will be held on a smaller scale. 🔶Contact: Nakasatsunai Village Tourism Association (TEL: 0155-68-3390) https://kankou-nakasatsunai.com/event-list/page-1311/...

Hoshino Resort Tomamu is home to Unkai Terrace. As a popular tourist spot, it attracts travelers from all over the country and the world during the summer vacation period. Until last year, it was common to see long lines starting from midnight in front of the lift station, and even after the gondola service began, people often had to wait over an hour to board. This season, the gondola has switched to a reservation system starting from the evening before, allowing guests to ride with almost no waiting time, making it significantly easier. However, since the sea of clouds is a natural phenomenon, you won't know if you can see it unless you actually go to the site at dawn. That's why the excitement when the sea of clouds is visible is so profound; everyone getting off the gondola was expressing their amazement. At this terrace, located over 1,000 meters above sea level, the temperature is about 6°C lower than at sea level. It gets quite chilly in the early morning, so dressing warmly is essential.

Taken on June 29, 2014. This is the flower water offering at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Event Announcement📣 On July 4th (Saturday), the 44th Shihoro Summer Festival Fireworks Festival will be held😊 It's the earliest fireworks festival in Tokachi!!🎆 The venue will feature food booths that offer delicious gourmet food and festival activities to enhance the festive atmosphere. Stage events will also take place, including the popular "candy throwing" for children🎵 And the highlight of the festival will be the dazzling fireworks lighting up the night sky😍 Enjoy a pleasant summer moment in Shihoro Town with your family and friends🤗 📍Date: July 4th, 2026 (Saturday) *In case of bad weather, it will be postponed to the next day. 📍Venue: Community Square 🔶Event Schedule 15:00 - Dance Performance (Studio ZERO) 16:00 - Stage Performance (Shihoro Town Chuo Junior High School Wind Orchestra) 17:00 - Candy Throwing Event (Sponsored by: Shihoro Service Friends Association) 17:30 - Ice Eating Challenge 18:00 - Dance Performance (Ballet&Dance Uchitsugi) 18:30 - Dance Performance (Lil Shine) 18:45 - Yosakoi Dance Performance (Tokachi Seira) 19:00 - Karaoke Contest 20:00 - Fireworks Festival Starts🎆 📞Contact: Shihoro Town Chamber of Commerce Youth Division TEL: 01564-5-2614 https://www.shihoro-kankou.jp/news/%e3%80%8c%e3%81%97%e3%81%bb%e3%82%8d%e5%a4%8f%e7%a5%ad%e3%82%8a%e8%8a%b1%e7%81%ab%e5%a4%a7%e4%bc%9a%e3%80%8d%e9%96%8b%e5%82%ac%e3%81%ae%e3%81%8a%e7%9f%a5%e3%82%89%e3%81%9b/...

Hello, this is Minamoto🖐️ The temperature is gradually rising, and once the rainy season is over, summer will be in full swing☀️ During this time of year, Shosenkyo Gorge showcases the most beautiful greenery throughout the year🌿 The soft light green of spring transforms into a deep, vibrant green, nourished by ample rain and sunlight, allowing you to enjoy a landscape full of vitality☘️ Additionally, Senga Falls sees an increase in water volume, and the powerful cascade creates a natural mist💦 that rises. It's the perfect time to feel the negative ions all around you, unique to this season✨ The area around the waterfall basin is refreshingly cool, like a natural air conditioner, making it very pleasant😃 The temperature is lower than in the urban areas, making it an ideal season for hiking, but please prepare drinks🥤 and hats🧢 as a precaution against heatstroke🙇 Moreover, areas around Senga Falls and stairs can be slippery, so we recommend wearing comfortable shoes👟 when you go out‼️ Be sure to fully enjoy the "most beautiful gorge in Japan" that can only be seen during this time of year😊 If you have time, please come visit Shosenkyo✨ All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you❗

Photographed on June 29, 2026. This is the flower water basin at Naritasan Kawagoe Betsuin.🐥

Photographed on June 29, 26. This is the Peach & Peach Milk Frappuccino and the White Peach & Earl Grey Tart. 🍑

Taken on June 29, 2014. This is the matchmaking wind chime at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. I took this around 7 AM. When there are no people around, it's always a composition I challenge myself with. 🎐

🎤✨店舗エントリー受付中！！✨🎤 ＼あなたの歌声をステージで披露しませんか？／ 岩内観光協会では、怒涛まつり2日目（8月9日(日)）に開催するステージイベント 「選抜！歌うまコレクション」の出演者を募集しています！ 🎶 年齢・性別不問！ 🎶 ソロ・グループどちらでもOK！ 🏆 審査方法 ・カラオケ採点 ・審査員による審査 🎁 入賞者には豪華景品をご用意！ （町内飲食店で使える飲食券） 【応募方法】 町内店舗代表者によるエントリー必須！ ※個人での応募はできません。 店舗エントリーをお待ちしています😊 ぜひ自慢の"歌うま"さんをご推薦ください！ 一緒に怒涛まつりを盛り上げましょう！🎉 お申し込み・お問い合わせ 一般社団法人 岩内観光協会 ☎ 0135-63-1155（道の駅いわない内）

Taken on June 29, 2014. These are the matchmaking wind chimes at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine.

Taken on June 29, 2014. The matchmaking wind chimes at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine have begun. Among the approximately 2,000 wind chimes, there is one red thread wind chime, inspired by a single red thread. It is said that its location changes daily. You might find something good if you spot it.🎐

The landscape of Manda Pit is a memory of the site that supported modern Japan. Walking through the steel frames and bricks in the spacious area allows you to feel the size and weight of the coal mine. Take your time to touch history while taking photos. Even ordinary walls and corridors have an allure that has endured over a long period. 【Visiting Information】9:30 AM to 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:30 PM) / Closed: Mondays (the following weekday if a holiday) and during the New Year holidays / Admission: 410 yen for adults and university students, 310 yen for high school students, 210 yen for elementary and junior high school students / Manda Pit Station (free exhibition room and ticket sales) #Miike Coal Mine #Industrial Heritage #Historical Walks #Traveling Japan Through Photos #Travel Photography #Coal Mine Ruins #Modernization of Japan #MandaCoalMine #AraoCity #KumamotoTravel #JapanTravel #VisitJapan #WorldHeritage #IndustrialHistory #HeritageTravel

Ritsurin Park is the most representative scenic spot in Kagawa Prefecture and one of Japan's Special Places of Scenic Beauty, renowned for its expansive strolling garden. The park skillfully blends the natural landscape of Shiun Mountain with exquisite garden designs, showcasing different aspects in each season. No matter when you visit, you can appreciate the unique elegance of Japanese gardens. As I stroll along the park's trails, I first ascend Mount Hira, where I can see Nanko, the lush green pine forests, and the distant Shiun Mountain all at once. The scenery before me resembles a slowly unfolding landscape painting, with a gentle breeze and shimmering water that invite you to slow down and savor this garden's beauty, shaped by the passage of time. Next, I arrive at Kikugetsu-tei by the lakeside, where I order matcha and wagashi in the quaint and elegant tea room. Enjoying the garden view through the window while savoring the slightly bitter yet sweet matcha and delicate wagashi, time seems to slow down. There is no hurried itinerary, just the sounds of birds, a gentle breeze, and the pond water accompanying me, allowing me to fully immerse myself in the tranquil atmosphere. What attracts people to Ritsurin Park is not only the meticulously crafted landscapes but also the serene ambiance that allows one to relax and quietly experience the changing seasons. Reflecting on the time spent enjoying tea and the scenery at Kikugetsu-tei still brings endless delight.

The autumn leaves at Konzoin Temple in Sano City, Tochigi Prefecture, are stunning. When the maple trees along the approach turn bright red, it's truly magnificent. However, perhaps due to global warming, everything doesn't turn completely red anymore. Still, the maple tree next to the bell tower turns bright red, and I love seeing it basking in the morning sun.

This is Hanadaka Flower Hill Lookout in Takasaki City, Gunma Prefecture. This time, we showcase the autumn cosmos fields. In the background is Mt. Akagi. Being on a hill allows for a great view of the surroundings. As seasonal flowers are planted, the scenery changes, adding to the excitement.

In the flower fields of Agrostemma, the beautiful scenery of Mt. Nantai and Mt. Nyohou can be seen. The Agrostemma fields belong to a local farmer, and we are truly grateful. The sight of the Agrostemma swaying in the wind is a hidden gem that offers a refreshing summer atmosphere. The mountains in the background are the Nikkō Mountains, where you can capture stunning photos of beautiful peaks like Mt. Nantai and Mt. Nyohou.

The Sunflower Festival held in Nogimachi, Tochigi Prefecture, features a stunning display of sunflowers in full bloom. This year marks the 35th edition, and towering sunflowers will bloom in the fields where farmers have worked hard for many years. The event will take place on July 18th and 19th, 2026, but the sunflowers can be enjoyed even on days outside of the event.