【Nagiso Town】May dolls on display At the free rest area "Fureaikan" in Tsumago juku, May dolls are on display. Visiting the site is free and will last until Wednesday, June 5. Please come and visit us! For details, please visit the official website of Tsumago juku. Inquiries: Tsumagoro Tourist Information Center TEL: 0264-57-3123

The 55th Kiso Lacquerware Festival Narai Juku Festival On Saturday, June 8 and Sunday, June 9, the 55th Kiso Lacquerware Festival Narai Juku Festival will be held. 【Kiso Lacquerware Festival】A large lacquerware market held once a year in Kiso Hirasawa. There are about 100 shops lined up in the townscape, and in addition to masterpieces and gastronomical delicacies that are filled with the spirit of craftsmen, products that only appear on this day and storefronts are lined up. 【Narai Juku Festival】The main event of the Shukuba-juku Festival is "Ocha Pot Dochu". This is a reproduction of the procession that carried tea for the Tokugawa shogun family in the Edo period from Uji, Kyoto, to Edo every year via the Nakasendo and Koshu-kaido roads. Scheduled to be held on the 9th Sun 12:00~. ♦ Event Details ・June 8 and 9: Kiso Lacquerware and Great Lacquerware Market held throughout the area ・June 8 and 9: Exhibition and sale of the Traditional Craftsmen's Association and Producers' Association Kiso Hirasawa ・June 8 Sat Naraniko Cafe Naragawa Elementary and Junior High School Lunch Room ・June 8 Sat Kimono Town Walk & Photo Contest Narai juku ・June 8 Sat Ochatsubo Dochu 12:00 ~ at Narai juku Other, Kitchen Car is also coming! There will be a traffic restriction on the day of the event, and a free shuttle bus will run between Narai Gonbeibashi ⇔Kiso Kurashi no Kogeikan. Contact: Kiso Lacquerware Festival / Narai Juku Festival Executive Committee TEL: 0263-52-0280

How do you do! This is the Kiso Tourism Federation! Kiso, Nagano Prefecture is a region in the Kiso River basin of Nagano Prefecture and consists of eight cities and towns: Nakatsugawa City, Nagiso Town, Okuwa Village, Agematsu Town, Kiso Town, Otaki Village, Kiso Village, and Shiojiri City. Located in a valley surrounded by 3,000-meter-high mountains that have been selected as a 100 Famous Mountains of Japan, it is an area where delicious air, water, and Healing space brought by Nature spread. The historic Shukuba-juku town still remains along the old Along the road and is visited by many travelers. In this article, we will introduce you to the history and highlights of the Kiso, as well as Information local Specialty Products and events. ◆History of Kiso, Nagano Kiso The Nakasendo Highway, which connected Kyoto and Edo during the Edo period, was an important highway with many people coming and going. Kiso, which is part of the Nakasendo Highway, has prospered as a transportation hub since ancient times, with many travelers and supplies coming and going. Many Shukuba-juku towns have developed and retain their faces even today, and Kisoji was designated as the first Japanese heritage site in Nagano Prefecture. At that time, 69 Shukuba were placed in the Nakasendo 540-kilometer process, of which 11 Shukuba are located in Kisoji. Nakasendo Kisoji 11 Shukuba ・Niekawa Juku ・Narai juku ・Yauhara juku ・Miyanokoshi juku ・Fukushima juku ・Agematsu juku ・Suhara-juku ・Nojiri juku ・Midono juku ・Tsumago juku ・Magome juku Even now, the cityscape of the Edo period Unfolds on Kisoji, and you can feel as if you have traveled back in time to the Edo period. ◆Introduction of tourist spots in Kiso, Nagano Kiso ◇Kiso Kaida Highlands Elevation Kaida Highlands overlooking Mt. Ontake, which stretches for 1,100 to 1,400 meters, is Unfolds with rural scenery. There are sports facilities and Hot spring facilities, and it is crowded with many tourists. At the "Kiso Horse Village" in the Highlands, you can also enjoy horseback riding and horse-drawn carriage experiences. ◇Nezame-no-Toko On the floor of Nezame-no-Toko in Agematsu town, you can see a strangely shaped granite rock that looks like a row of large boxes. It was designated as a national scenic spot in 1923 and became a Central Alps National Park in 2020. ◇Akasawa Natural Recreation Forest It is one of Japan's three most beautiful forests in Agematsu town, and there is a forest of natural Kiso Hinoki trees that are more than 300 years old. It is also the birthplace of forest bathing, where Japan's first forest bathing competition was held in 1982. ◇Ontake Lake, Shizenko Nature Lake The beautiful lake in Otaki village also offers ontake lake canoe touring and Shizenko Nature Lake nature canoe tours. Since you can see the beautiful appearance of the four seasons, it is a popular photo Spot and is visited by many tourists throughout the year. ◇Atera Canyon The emerald green clear streams of Atera Canyon in Okuwa Village are called "Atera Blue" and are a popular healing spot for girls' trips. ◆Introduction of Roadside Station in Kiso, Nagano Kiso At the Roadside Station, fresh vegetables and specialty products from the local Kiso are lined up, and you can enjoy Kiso's gourmet food. Souvenirs are also recommended! ・Roadside Station Kiso Fukushima Kiso Town, Kiso-gun, Nagano Prefecture ・Roadside Station Hiyoshi Kiso Koma Kogen Hinoyoshi, Kiso-cho, Kiso-gun, Nagano ・Roadside Station Kiso River Headwaters Village Kisomura Kiso Village, Kiso-gun, Nagano Prefecture ◆Introduction of Specialty products and crafts of Kiso, Nagano Kiso Kiso is also known for its rich specialty products nurtured by its natural environment. Matsutake mushrooms in Kiso town are famous for their high aroma and are popular as a taste of autumn. Sunki, pickled red turnip, and Maki of magnolia leaves are traditional gourmet foods in Kiso where you can enjoy their unique flavors. In addition, Kiso lacquerware is an Ancient tradition that has been handed down in the Kiso area for a long time, and the longer it is used, the warmer and luster it becomes, and the more beautiful it shines. ◆Introduction of local events and festivals in Kiso, Nagano Kiso ◇Mizunashi Shrine Festival Mikoshi portable shrine roll This festival, held every July, is a rare festivals in Japan where about 100 kan about 400 kg Mikoshi portable shrines are rolled or dropped and destroyed overnight, and is also called "One of the world's strangest festivals". ◇Kiso Yoshinaka Flag Raising Festival It is a festival registered as a Component Cultural Assets, and mourns Lord Yoshinaka, lights a fire character in the shape of a "tree" on Mt. Yamabuki, and a warrior procession parades through the town. ◆Introduction of Kiso, Nagano Prefecture Kiso, Nagano Kiso is a fascinating region for its magnificent nature and rich history. While walking along the old highways that have remained since the Edo period, you can feel the unchanging scenery that travelers must have felt at that time. We will continue to send out Information that will convey the charm of Kiso to everyone who sees COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, so Best regards!

【The 10th Commemorative Isehara Art Fireworks Festival】Light rain, stormy weather postponed May 18 Sat Held at Isehara City Sports Park Freedom Square Open: 14:00~ Fireworks launch: around 19:30~ The venue, Freedom Square, is only open to ticket holders. There is no free viewing area. Various sponsorship tickets are on sale at "Ticket Pia" and other stores. Impression and creative "art" fireworks, music and fireworks are perfectly synchronized Please enjoy "Melody Fireworks" and others. Details: Isehara Art fireworks festival Home page 　　　Executive Committee [Phone] 050・6878・1286

[The 16th Rotary Fureai Festival] May 18 Sat 10:00~15:00 Postponed in case of rain At the Odakyu Line Aiko Ishida Station South Exit Roundabout With the aim of revitalizing communication and commerce and industry among local residents It will be held. Enjoy the various stalls and stage attractions. Contact: Naruse Revitalization Committee Phone 0463-94-5955

[The 33rd Park Greening Festival] In the central square, Hawaiian music and Soran dances are performed. This is a Popular Events event where you can feel the importance of nature and get close to greenery! Saturday, May 11, 2024, 9 a.m. ~ 4 p.m. 　　　　 　12th Sun 9 a.m. ~ 3 p.m. Isehara City Sports Park Nishitomioka 320 * Green Flea Market * Craft class using thinned wood * Distribution of root-rooted sunflower seedlings, mushroom seedlings, etc. Concurrent events *Recycling Exhibition Contact: Cleaning & Recycling Division, 0463-94-7502 　From the items collected by the city as bulky garbage, the Silver Human Resources Center 　Sales of about 300 pieces of furniture repaired by * Isehara Environmental Exhibition Contact: Environmental Measures Division 0463-94-4737 　 Electric vehicle test drive and eco-driving diagnosis 4/15 ~ Pre-registration is being accepted 　Experience corner for crafts, etc. 　Quiz rally with Premiums, etc. 　*Until 3 p.m. on both days *Daily Life Exhibition in charge: Human Rights and Public Consultation Division, 0463-94-4717 　Panel exhibition on unscrupulous business practices 　Distribution of educational documents to prevent consumer troubles, etc. 　　*11th Sat only *New Physical Fitness Test Sports Division: 0463-94-4628 　Subject to adults, grip strength, long-seated forward bending, upper body raising, etc. are measured. 　*12th Sun 10 a.m. ~ noon, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. ⁂Contact⁂ 　Midori Park Division 0463-94-4759

Why don't you become a Yomitan villager for a while? This tour includes a ticket for the 40th Yomitan Village Hurley Tournament! Why don't you become a "Yomitan villager" for a while through Yomitan Village Hurley, which has been held since ancient times to pray for safe navigation and good fishing? Experience 1: Dinner party with Yomitan villagers Let's congratulate everyone on your move! Awamori shouted "Curry! ）」 Experience 2: Yomitan Village Hurley Tournament A participatory event for Yomitan villagers! Let's row the dragon boat with our breath together! * We will ask you about your intention to participate in the Hurley tournament when you apply. * For the purpose of tournament security, participants are limited to "junior high school students and above" Experience 3: Beach BBQ After the Hurley tournament, BBQ is a staple on the beach! Have a good time on a beautiful beach...! In addition, you can enjoy the event "Uta no Hi Concert in Yomitan" during your stay and the optional "Okinawa Craft Experience"! Why don't you take this opportunity to enjoy Yomitan Village to the fullest? * Please apply for the "Uta no Hi Concert in Yomitan" by yourself. * "Okinawa Craft Experience" will cost separately About the Okinawa Craft Experience You can choose from "Ryukyu Glass Making Experience", "Sanshin Experience", and "Yachimun Creation Experience". Each experience will be about 1 hour 【Tour Outline of Noh and Kyogen】 Date: Saturday, June 29, 2024 ~ Monday, July 1, 2024 3 days and 2 nights Cost: 39,800 yen / one person 2~3 people per room Meeting place: 1020-1 Takashiho, Yomitan Village, Nakagami-gun, Okinawa Prefecture Hotel Murasaki Mura For detailed inquiries, please contact the Yomitan Tourism Association. 098-958-6494

The cherry blossoms in Midorigaoka Park are in full bloom! On Sunday, May 5th, a festivals where you can feel the arrival of Spring in Tomakomai, "Midorigaoka Park Festival" will be ✨ held 　Date: Sunday, May 5, 2024 Cancelled in case of rain 　Location: Midorigaoka Park Kintaro's Pond area Shimizu Town 3, Tomakomai City

In the Precincts of Shintoku Shrine, where petals and leaves and cherry blossoms are mixed, a GW event is being held from 10:00 to 15:00 every day from today to the 5th. In the vicinity of the Precincts, yellow Forsythia, dandelions, and white plum flowers bloom visit the eyes of those who have .

[Notice about Forest Park] It reopened on Monday, April 29 We will inform you of Information on playground equipment in the forest park! ーNEWー ★Bouldering Climb the walls of the stage! Use is free of charge. It costs 100 yen to rent shoes. ★ Fluffy Dome Use this is also free of charge. Please enjoy the softness of the straight dome with your whole body! *Open from 9:00~16:30 In addition to the newly installed playground equipment The northernmost batting center, go-karts, etc. We have playground equipment that can be enjoyed by parents and children. A campground for a fee will also open in early June. * 500 yen per night Please enjoy Nishiokoppe to the fullest. #Nishiokoppe Village #Forest Park #Campsite #BBQ House #Renewal Open #GW #There is an event

This is the Shinshu Chowa Town Tourism Association. Nice to meet you all! Chowa Town, Nagano Prefecture is a town rich in nature and history in the center of Nagano Prefecture. ◇History of Chowa Town, Nagano Prefecture In Chowa Town, where the Nakasendo Highway, which connected Edo and Kyoto, passed during the Edo period, there are two Shukuba-juku, Nagakubo-juku and Wada-juku, and it is a tourist spot that still retains the remnants of that time. ・Nakasendo No.28 Wada-juku The Shukuba-juku is located at the foot of Mt. of the difficult "Wada Pass", which is about 800 meters Elevation the Nakasendo, and many travelers I nourished my energy here. The nationally designated historic sites "Wada-juku Main Camp", "Rekishi no Michi Shiryokan Kawachiya", and "Daikokuya" are lined up and you can enjoy the atmosphere of the Edo period. ・Nakasendo No.27 Nagakubo-juku In the Edo period, there were as many as 43 Shukuya inns, the second largest of the 26 Shukuba-juku inns in Shinano. In addition, Hoshidan Pass in Chowa Town, Nagano Prefecture, has been a production area of Obsidian stone since Long time ago, and many people have lived there. Obsidian, which is sharp and easy to process, was used as a material for Stoneware for 30,000 years. ◇Introduction of sightseeing spots in Chowa Town, Nagano Prefecture◇ ・Utsukushigahara Highlands It is a Lava plateau that spreads around a Oogashira of 2,034 meters Elevation, and offers spectacular views of mountains such as Mt. Fuji, Yatsugatake, Gari and the Northern Alps. You can also see the idyllic scene of cows grazing on the Utsukushigahara Highlands. The evacuation tower "Tower of Beauty", which is installed in the center of the plateau to protect climbers by ringing a bell when fog occurs, is also a symbol of the Utsukushigahara Highlands. ・Roadside Station Marumero Station Nagato Fresh local vegetables and Specialty products are also a great spot to buy Souvenirs. In June 2020, we opened Markets Kokuyo, a direct sales shop with an exterior where you can feel the atmosphere of the Edo period. ・Kokuyo Water In the Toll road toll station of the Wada Pass, the not far from Famous Water Plaza is spring with water filtered by Obsidian bedrock. It has been selected as a "One of the 37 best waters in Shinshu". ・Nagato Hot Spring Yasuragi no Yu It is a facility where you can enjoy a day-trip hot spring adjacent to the Roadside Station "Marmelo no Eki Nagato", and the spring quality is sodium sulfate Hot spring, which is one of the "three most beautiful spring qualities in Japan". There is also an open-air bath and a Minamoto hot spring "Hagama bath". ・ Wada-juku Hot spring Fureai no Yu A day-trip Hot spring facility located in a corner of the vast sports park "Yuyu Park". The quality of the spring quality is "calcium sodium sulfate Hot spring. You can enjoy the scenery of the four seasons from the open-air bath. ・Obsidian Experience Museum You can learn the results of excavations in an easy-to-understand manner from actual Stoneware, anime, models, etc. ・Hoshikusokan You can learn about the state of Obsidian mining in the Jomon period, which was revealed by excavations, in an easy-to-understand manner through projection mapping, which directly projects onto the strata. * Those who enter the museum need to register at the Obsidian Experience Museum. ・Blanche Takayama Ski Resort Slope for skiers only, boasting 80% clear skies. There are various mountain trails and it is a ski resort that parents and children can enjoy. *The 2023-2024 season ended on March 31. ◇Event Information of Chowa Town, Nagano Prefecture◇ ・Otaya Festival It is an annual festival held every year in January at Furumachi Toyoke Grand Shrine. Five festival float decorations are dedicated in the town. ・Wada-juku Shukuba Festival It is an event that reproduction the history and culture of Wada-juku during the Lunar Bon Festival period, and is visited by many tourists. At night, lanterns illuminate the Shukuba town. ◇Specialty products and specialties of Chowa Town, Nagano Prefecture Chowa Town's Specialty Products include Dattan-soba noodles and fried rainbow trout. Specialty products nurtured by the rich nature of Chowa Town delight many tourists with their fresh taste. ◇Enjoy your trip to Chowa Town, Nagano Prefecture Chowa Town is a cityscape where you can enjoy the rich nature and atmosphere of the Edo period. We will send out recommended information so that you can enjoy your trip to Chowa Town in Nagano Prefecture, so please follow us. We sincerely look forward to your visit.

[Forest Park Renewal Opening] Last year, a forest park that was undergoing renovation work Finally opened on Monday, April 29th! Until Monday, May 6, the last day of GW, Implementation of events will be held to commemorate the renewal opening. On the first day of opening, playground equipment is open for free for one day. On May 3rd Friday ~ 6th Monday, a kitchen car will appear. In addition... That's it on Friday, May 3rd! Anpan Man Show! The first time at 11 o'clock and the second time at 2 p.m. twice a day. For details, please contact the following. We look forward to seeing you there. *Contact Us* Tourism Information Facility "the Rizumu": 0158-85-7125 Nishiokoppe Village Village Office, Industrial Construction Division, Forestry and Commerce Section: 0158-87-2111 * The campground is scheduled to open in early June. #Anpan Man Show #Kitchen car #Candy work #Nishiokoppe Village #Forest Park #Reopened #GW #We will also do an event with Kimu and Kamu!

Cherry blossom illumination at night is being held near Iwauchi Shrine Street! This is 🌸 an event from this year In addition, today, 4/29, a preview of the garden will be held. What is Sui-en? It is one of the villas owned by Ume Plum Ichitaro, a wealthy merchant who served as the first mayor of Iwauchi Town, and is a W-built, one-story house built around 1920 Taisho 9 and a Japanese garden created from 1897 Meiji 30 to 1913 Taisho 2. Full-scale Maintenance began in the 3rd year of Reiwa 3, and was finally completed this year! We will pre-open from 4/30. 9：00～17：00 Regarding this, the illumination will start from 5/3, so Enjoy it together with the cherry blossom illumination at night. If you are coming to Iwauchi Town, please come and visit us.

Speaking of Spring in Ozora Town, yes, it's ♪♪ "Moss phlox" This year marks the 40th anniversary of the Higashi Mokoto Moss Phlox Festival, which will be held again this year. Why don't you enjoy Spring in Ozora Town?! The festival will be held from May 3 Friday to May 31 Friday You can read more about it ♬♬ in Ozora Town Home page

Shintoku Shrine Mountain DE Spring Festival was a great success. Brass band performances are followed by events such as Magic shows and raffles. Shintoku Shrine Mountain in full bloom, if you are nearby, please come by all means. #Hokkaido #Tokachi #Shintoku Town #Shintoku Tourism Association #Shintoku Shrine #Cherry blossoms in full bloom #Prunus sargentii Ezo cherry trees #Spring Festival

Shintoku Shrine Mountain DE Spring Festival On a refreshing morning, the temperature has risen since the day before yesterday Gari preparations for the Spring festival are underway at the Shintoku Shrine, which is almost in full bloom. After this, it will be held from 10:00 to 14:00 in the Shintoku Shrine Precincts where the cherry blossoms are in full bloom.

【Yokohama Hakkeijima Sea Paradise】Atsumare Animal Crossing × Yokohama Hakkeijima Sea Paradise Hakkeijima Sea Creatures Fureai Exhibition "Yokohama Hakkeijima Sea Paradise" will hold "Animal Crossing × Yokohama Hakkeijima Sea Paradise Sea Creatures Exhibition" for the first time in three years from April 17 Wednesday ~ July 9 Tuesday, 2024 as a collaboration project with Nintendo Co., Ltd.'s game software "Atsumare Animal Crossing" for Nintendo Switch™. In this project, you can experience the charm of "Animal Crossing" through various Activities with the theme of "sea creatures" that appear in many of them. Implementation of this project, which will be held for the first time in three years, will include new content such as the "Sea Animals Show" in addition to the content that was popular last time. Enjoy the collaboration event with "Atsumare Animal Crossing", which has increased the volume from the previous time.

Nice to meet you all and welcome to COOL JAPAN VIDEOS! It is Minamimaki Village, Nagano Prefecture. Nagano Prefecture Minamisaku-gun Minamimaki Village is a village with a population of about 3,000 located in the east of Nagano Prefecture, with a Elevation difference of 1,000 to 1,500 meters Elevation. In the relatively flat area around 1300 meters, there are fields of highland vegetables such as Chinese cabbage and lettuce, which take advantage of the cool climate. In addition, it is one of Japan's leading starry sky observation spots and was selected as "Japan's most beautiful starry sky BEST3". In Minamimaki Village, Nagano Prefecture, there are many starry sky observation spots. Located in the foot of Mt. of the Yatsugatake, it provides a pleasant Healing for those who visit rich Nature, fresh air and a beautiful starry sky. ■Introduction of sightseeing spots in Minamimaki Village, Nagano Prefecture ・JR Railway Highest Point Nobeyama Station Nobeyama Station on the JR Koumi Line is the Highest elevation station in Japan with an Elevation of 1345m67cm. From the front of the station, you can see Akadake of Yatsugatake. ・Takizawa Farm Takizawa Farm on the Yatsugatake Nobeyama Plateau is a ranch where you can interact with animals such as cows and horses, experience ranching programs, milking, ice cream making, and more. You can also have extraordinary experiences such as camping and athletic. ・National Astronomical Observatory of Japan Nobeyama Radio Observatory Implementation is a world-class observatory with "Night Tours" and "Learning Room Guides" every weekend from March 2024. ・Mt. Meshimori A large panorama overlooking Yatsugatake, Mt. Fuji, and the Southern Alps spreads out. Since the Trekking course is Maintenance, children and beginners can enjoy the climbing mountain trail for about 1 hour. ・Yumoto Honzawa Onsen The Elevation 2150m "Unjo no Yu" in Yatsugatake and the "Koke Momo no Yu" with different Spring quality are the highest open-air baths in Japan. In the quiet Hot spring surrounded by Nature, you can relax both physically and mentally. ■Specialty products of Minamimaki Village, Nagano Prefecture Minamimaki Village in Nagano Prefecture is known for its High quality agricultural products such as Phaseolus coccineus, strawberries, and Nagaimo. The taste of these locally Cultivation fresh Specialty Products is exceptional. ■Popular events and activities in Minamimaki Village, Nagano Prefecture You can enjoy a variety of Activities throughout the year, such as Yatsugatake Nobeyama Plateau 100km ultramarathons, trekking, Highland Cycling, Horseback Riding Experience, snowshoeing, and Starry sky night tour. ■Enjoy enjoying sightseeing in Minamimaki Village, Nagano Prefecture It is a Good access to about 2 hours and 30 minutes by car from Tokyo, and it is also recommended for day trips. Spending time in Minamimaki Village, where you can face nature, will be a luxurious time away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. We hope you will create precious memories that will remain in your heart. In COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, we will send out recommended Information Minamimaki Village Nagano Prefecture, so Best regards!

Nayoro Tourism Volunteer Association Workshop 【Exploring the mountains and Sansai in spring】 At the Nayoro Sightseeing volunteer Association, we will hold a workshop to take a walk in the forest of the city with a guide and collect Sansai and cook it during this Spring season! The participation fee is 1,500 yen and the capacity is limited to 25 people, so if you would like to participate, please ♪ apply as soon as possible Applications can be made by e-mail. MAIL:nayoro-volunteer@nayoro-kankou.com * When applying by e-mail, please enter the following information. 1 Name furigana 2 Date of birth 3 Phone number 4 Address 5 Allergies, etc. ◆Notes◆ 1 Sansai harvesting baskets, scissors, and cooking utensils are available for rent. 2 Please dress according to the weather. It is desirable to wear clothes that cover the skin. 3 We do not provide dishes other than Sansai, so we recommend that you Bring your own with light meals such as rice balls. 5 Reception on the day of the event will be held from 8:45 a.m. Hot spring in front of the Sun Pillar Barbecue House. For more information and to apply, please see the flyer!

Hello! This is Agematsu Tourism Association. Agematsu Town, Nagano Prefecture, sits in the southwest of Nagano, at the heart of the Kiso Valley along the upper reaches of the Kiso River. The town boasts rich history and beautiful nature that continue to charm visitors. ◆◆History of Agematsu Town, Nagano Prefecture◆◆ During the Edo period, Agematsu Town was the 38th post town on the Nakasendo, which linked Edo and Kyoto. The stretch from Koumatsu-juku to Suhara-juku is the longest on the Kiso Road, and the area thrived as a rest stop for many travelers. You can still feel that history at sites such as the Kiso Plank and Nezame-no-toko Gorge. Guided Nakasendo walking tours led by veteran guides are available to help you create lasting travel memories. Agematsu Town has long prospered as a forestry town producing high-quality timber, notably Kiso hinoki (Japanese cypress), and is known as the “village of hinoki.” ◆◆Popular sights in Agematsu Town, Nagano Prefecture◆◆ ◇Nezame-no-toko Gorge The Kiso River has carved the granite into squared formations that look like large boxes lined up. A local legend says Urashima Taro opened his tamatebako (treasure box) here. ◇Akasawa Natural Recreation Forest This recreation forest features natural Kiso hinoki trees over 300 years old and was an early site of forest protection measures some 400 years ago. Seven walking trails wind through the forest, and paid experiences such as forest therapy are available. Akasawa Natural Recreation Forest is regarded as the birthplace of shinrin-yoku, or forest bathing. The term “forest bathing” was coined in 1982, and that year the first national forest bathing event was held here at Akasawa. ◇Akasawa Forest Railway A 2.2-kilometer round-trip tourist trolley runs through Akasawa Natural Recreation Forest; it was once used to transport timber. You can enjoy forest bathing while riding the railway. The Forest Railway Memorial Museum displays a steam locomotive from the railway’s opening era. ◇Kiso Komagatake The highest peak of the Central Alps, Kiso Komagatake rises to 2,956 meters. A ropeway climbs to 2,612 meters, offering Japan’s greatest elevation gain by ropeway. ◇Kiso Old Road, a natural trail This route linked the north and south of Kiso before the Nakasendo was developed. A hiking course on the Kiso plateau at about 1,000 meters elevation offers expansive natural views. ◆◆Events and festivals loved in Agematsu Town, Nagano Prefecture◆◆ ◇Komagatake Shrine Annual Festival Held every year on May 3, the festival features the nationally designated Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property performance “Daidai Kagura 13 Seats.” You can see pieces such as the four tengu dance “Shijin Gokae-hai” and the sword dance “Sanken no Mai.” ◆◆Local specialties of Agematsu Town, Nagano Prefecture◆◆ Local specialties include gohei-mochi, sunkki (fermented turnip), and hooba-maki (hoja leaf-wrapped dishes). These regional foods offer rich, distinctive flavors you can enjoy only here. ◆◆Why visit Agematsu Town, Nagano Prefecture◆◆ Agematsu Town charms visitors with its abundant nature and deep history. From the dramatic landscapes of Nezame-no-toko Gorge and Kiso Komagatake to the extraordinary forest bathing at Akasawa Natural Recreation Forest and the sense of history you feel walking the Nakasendo, Agematsu offers many attractions. Leave everyday life behind and enjoy a restorative trip filled with nature, history, and culture in Agematsu Town. Cool Japan Video will continue to share recommended information about Agematsu Town. Thank you for your support.

It will start lighting up tomorrow! Today's weather is a little chilly, but the cherry blossoms have begun to bloom and are blooming for 2 minutes. The chilly weather is expected to continue until tomorrow, but from Friday it is expected to be sunny with temperatures exceeding 20 degrees Celsius. It is expected that 2,300 Prunus sargentii（Ezo cherry trees） will begin to bloom all at once this weekend. In addition, the 40 or so forsythia plants planted at the Shintoku Mountain trailhead are also in full bloom with Forsythia, so please enjoy spring with cherry blossoms and forsythia day and night this weekend.

[The 18th Renge Festival] The weather seems to be unstable, Why don't you take a walk? 　* There is a limit to the places where you can park. 　　Use public transportation.

【Nakagawa Village Product Exhibition Information】 Osaka Nakanoshima Museum of Art 2F Lawn Square ⁡ Today's End of sale has ended! It will be held tomorrow from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.! Best regards🙇 ♂️ #Nakagawa Village #Beautiful Village Union #Nakagawa Village Agriculture and Tourism Exchange Center #The Most Beautiful Village Union in Japan #Kamiina #Nagano Prefecture #Nagano Prefecture Tourism #Tourism Association #Central Alps #Fruit #Fruit picking #Osaka #Product Exhibition #Nakanoshima Museum of Art #Nakka Markets

Nice to meet you all and welcome to COOL JAPAN VIDEOS! This is the Nakagawa Village Tourism Association. Nakagawa Village is a village in the southernmost part of Kamiina County in the southern part of Nagano Prefecture that has been recognized as the "most beautiful village in Japan". Although it is a small village with a population of about 4,600, it is surrounded by the lush greenery of Minami Shinshu, with clear air, clear water stream from the majestic mountains, and beautiful natural scenery. Best regards for COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, as we will deliver the charm of Nakagawa Village. ■Introducing popular sightseeing spots in Nakagawa Village Nakagawa Village has a number of popular tourist attractions. Here, we will introduce sightseeing spots recommended by the Nakagawa Village Tourism Association. ・Jinmagata Mountain Jinmagata Mountain, with an elevation of 1,445 meters, is a popular spot visited by more than 10,000 people a year. From the top of Jinmagata Mountain, you can see the mountains of the Northern, Central Alps and Southern Alps. ・Okusa Castle Ruins Park It is a popular cherry blossom viewing spot with more than 200 cherry blossoms of more than 10 types blooming in the spring season. The contrast between the remaining snow of the Central Alps and the pink cherry blossoms is beautiful, and it is also popular as a photo spot. ・ Ginkgo trees in Doba The rows of Ginkgo trees, which are managed by local volunteers, attract people visit glow golden in autumn. ・Kosibu Dam Kosibu Dam, built in the Kosibu Gorge, is a spot where you can enjoy the natural beauty of the four seasons. During the autumn foliage season, the trees all around change color. ・Sakado Bridge It is a reinforced concrete single-arch bridge with a total length of 77.9 meters built in Showa 7, and cherry blossoms and azaleas are planted on both banks, making it one of the famous places in spring. It has been designated as an important cultural property of Japan. ■A big event in Nakagawa Village! Nakagawa Don-chan Festival ・Nakagawa Don-chan Festival Nakagawa Don-chan Festival, a popular event in Nakagawa Village's summer, is a festivals that all participants can enjoy, including performances such as kids dancing on stage and Jin Drums, as well as bingo tournaments. Approximately 2,000 fireworks at the Finale of the festival will brightly color the night sky of Nakagawa Village. ■Specialty products of Nakagawa Village Specialty products such as fresh vegetables, apples, peaches, grapes, strawberries, honey, Ichida persimmons, and dried sweet potatoes grown in the blessed natural environment of Nakagawa Village are abundant. These Specialty products are painstakingly grown by the locals, and their taste makes many people's palates growl. Specialty products of Nakagawa Village are also prepared as thank-you gifts for Furusato Nozei tax payment. ■Nakagawa Village Enjoy sightseeing! Nakagawa Village is called a "sacred place for campsites", and there are many Popular campsites that are attractive. Fun a time to heal your daily fatigue in Nature. A quiet time spent in the beautiful scenery of Nakagawa Village will surely be one of your memories! We will send out such recommended Information of Nakagawa Village on COOL JAPAN VIDEOS!

【Spring Window Art in Kamu】 On Saturday, April 13, at the Roadside Station Hanamu We held an event to Painting Event on the window! This time, I asked a painting professional I asked them to create a coloring space in some of the windows. First of all, visit the flower park before it opens Crocuses that have begun to bloom or They would have dug a tunnel in the snow to advance Observe the tracks of the mouse's walk. On the stones that surround the flower area It is soothing to see the children walking in a row. This time, let's draw a picture on the theme of "flowers and animals"! That Since it was a plan, the snow melted After seeing the flowers that are actually blooming I was glad that I was able to draw a picture. The more the windows are colored, the more the cheerfulness of spring It seemed to be filled with Kamu dreams. It was a short event of 1 hour. Thank you to everyone who participated! The paintings are on display until mid-May. May 3 Fri ~ 5 Sun Kamu market will also be held. Please stop by Kamu! #Nishiokoppe Village #Hokkaido #Window art #Drawing #Drawing on the window #Crayon #Coloring book #Flower Park #Kamu #Roadside Station #Markets will be held on May 3 Fri ~ 5 Sun

[GW Festival of Wood Dreams] Golden Week is approaching! Have you decided on your outing plans? This year, at the forest art museum "Komu" The GW Festival will be held! [May 3 Fri.] 11:00~ Parent-child castanet-making class [Saturday, May 4] 11:00~ Parent-child castanet-making class 13:30~ Parent-child building block competition free participation [May 5 Sun & 6 Mon] 11:00～ & 14:30～ Todomatsu distilled water making experience 13:00～ Violin and Piano Concert Todo pine used to make distilled water When I went to see it, I saw lush foliage It was sparkling in the sun. Touch the tree, make it, It is a GW event where you can also enjoy music. We look forward to seeing you there. #Nishiokoppe Village #Hokkaido #GW #Kimu #Forest Art Museum #Woodworking #Kiiku #Concert #Todo pine #Castanets #Building blocks

Shintoku Shrine Mountain "Night Cherry Blossom Light Up" begins. From Thursday, April 25 to Wednesday, May 10, approximately 2,300 Ezoyama cherry trees on Mt. Shintoku Shrine will be lit up along the stairs from near the shrine office to the Precincts and near the Precincts. Since last year, it has become an environmentally friendly night cherry blossom event using 10 LED floodlights so as not to put a burden on it. In addition, the holding period is expected to change slightly according to the time of cherry blossom flowering and falling flowers, so please check the tourism association social media while coming. In addition, on Sunday, April 28, the "Shintoku Shrine Mountain DE Spring Festival" will be held from 10 a.m., with events such as brass band performances, magic show Oyster Chinker, stalls from local shops, sweets spreading, and raffles. Light rain / Cancelled due to stormy weather #Hokkaido #Tokachi #Shintoku Town #Shintoku Tourism Association #Mt. Shintoku #Shintoku Shrine #Cherry blossoms #Ezoyama Zakura #Night cherry blossoms #Light up #Events #LED floodlights #Environmentally friendly

For 3 days from 4/27 Sat ~ 29 Mon, "Atami Karaoke Grand Prix 2024 Spring" will be held at the Shinsui Park Event Square. Organized by the Executive Committee Implementation of Atami and Mt. Izu, a voice trainer living in Mt. Izu, Mr. Tana, will hold a karaoke tournament in Atami. In January ~ March, "50 people from Atami Representative" who were selected through a real qualifying tournament and recommendation, and "50 people from all over Japan" who were selected through online sound Representative Minamoto judging will advance to the finals! The total prize is 500,000 yen!　100 people will compete for their throats. There will also be food and drink stalls at the venue, so please come and support us! [Atami Karaoke Grand Prix 2024 Spring] Date & Time: April 27, 2024 Sat ~ 29 Mon 10:00~16:00 Venue: Shinsui Park Event Square Nagisa Town, Atami City *Admission is free.

70th Anniversary of Municipal Incorporation "Takeda no sato nirasaki" Roundabout Nirasaki Stamp rally is being held! Let's get Stamps around tourist facilities and shops in Nirasaki City, Yamanashi Prefecture! Use three target facilities during the period, collect Stamps, and apply. Nirasaki City's Specialty Products will be presented by lottery! We look forward to receiving your application. ●Stamp installation location● 70 restaurants in Nirasaki City, Yamanashi Prefecture, souvenir and product shops, hot springs, lodging stays, experience facilities, etc. ●Implementation period● 2024 Reiwa 6March 28 Thu ~ 2025 Reiwa 7 January 6 Mon ●Lottery● 1st 2024 Reiwa 6 July 5 Fri 2nd 2024 Reiwa 6 October 4 Fri 3rd 2025 Reiwa 7 January 10 Fri ●How to apply● Collect 3 Stamps at the target facility during the period and apply! ☆ Restaurants, souvenirs, and product shops: Use of 500 yen or more ☆ Hot springs, lodging stays, experiences, etc.: Use of facilities * Multiple stamps on the same Stamp are not valid. * Stamp rally paper Stamp available at stores or Nirasaki Tourism Association Window that are eligible for the rally. *Please check the Nirasaki Tourism Association Home page for details.

How do you do! Chiba Prefecture Kamagaya City kamagayashi. Chiba Prefecture Kamagaya City is a convenient city that can be reached in about 30 minutes by train from central Tokyo, and has direct access to Narita Airport and Haneda Airport. With a population of about 110,000, Kamagaya City is easily accessible from the city center, and you can enjoy sightseeing spots full of history and culture with abundant nature. We will send out recommended information so that you can visit Kamagaya City for sightseeing, so thank you! ★★ Recommended places to visit in Chiba Prefecture Kamagaya City ◇Kamagaya Daibutsu Great Buddha The historic 1.8-meter-high Great Buddha, built in 1776, was designated as the first designated cultural property of Kamagaya City in 1972 and was selected as one of the "500 Charms of Boso". It has become a symbol of Kamagaya City. ◇Grave of a Tomb of a Government Soldier It is a valuable historical site that conveys the turbulent history of the end of the Edo period. It is designated as a city cultural property and is located in the Great Buddha Cemetery where the Kamagaya Daibutsu Great Buddha, which is also a city-designated cultural property, sits. ◇Hyakkoshin Within the Precincts of Hachiman Shrine, a total of 100 Koshin pagodas have been built, including 10 blue-faced Kongo statues and 90 character pagodas. ◇Kaigara-yama Park In the pond in the center of the park, waterfowl swim gracefully. It is a popular picnic spot for families, where you can enjoy the scenery of the four seasons, such as cherry blossoms in full bloom, fresh greenery, colorful autumn leaves, and snowy scenery. ◇Fighters Kamagaya Stadium Nicknamed "Kamasta", it is the farm home of the Hokkaido Nippon Ham Fighters. MLB players Shohei Ohtani and Yu Yu Darvish also worked up a sweat at this stadium. It is a must see spot for sports fans. ★★ Beloved events and festivals in Chiba Prefecture Kamagaya City ◇Kamagaya City Citizens' Festival For a long time, which will celebrate its 50th anniversary in 2024, it is a festival loved by the people of Kamagaya City. Equestrian warrior processions, parades, and Free Bazaar are held, and it is an event full of smiles. ◇ Kamagaya fireworks "Kamagaya Fireworks" is a summer tradition in Kamagaya City that began in 2016. 3,000 fireworks color the summer night sky of Kamagaya. ◇New Kamaya Illumination The beautiful event that heralds the visit of winter, when the area around Shinkamagaya Station is decorated with 53,000 illuminations, warmly illuminates the winter nights. ★★ Specialty Products Gourmet in Chiba Prefecture Kamagaya City Kamagaya City has a thriving pear cultivation, and the sweet and juicy pears are loved by locals and tourists alike as a taste from summer to autumn. There are about 150 pear farms in the city, and many of them sell directly to them, so please taste the freshly freshly caught pears. It is also popular as a thank-you gift for Furusato Nozei tax payment. ★★ We look forward to seeing you in Chiba Prefecture Kamagaya City! Chiba Prefecture Kamagaya City allows you to feel the beauty of nature and the depth of history. We will send out travel recommendation Information that will be one page of everyone's memories on COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, so thank you!