Photographed on November 23, 2025. After the Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine niiname-sai (harvest thanksgiving festival), I relaxed at the Starbucks Kanetsuki‑dōri Store. I had a gingerbread latte and a sweet potato malasada.

This is the Hiwatari Festival at Naritasan Kawagoe Betsuin.

Today I attended the Niiname-sai harvest festival at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. I returned to give thanks because my wish came true.

Photographed on November 21, 2025. This is the projection mapping at Omiya Hikawa Shrine, "Tokimusubi no Mori." It feels dreamlike.

Photographed on November 21, 2025. I visited Omiya Hikawa Shrine. This is the projection mapping "Tokimusubi no Mori."

I went to the Ōmiya area for work today. I had hot apple cider and a white mocha cake. They smelled pleasantly of apples. 😊

This is the autumn foliage at Todoroki Valley in Tokyo. Even in summer, it stays cool and makes a perfect spot for a stroll.

I took these photos against the large wall of Yokohama Stadium📸 The model is vocalist SAGI. They are active in Kanto. I have photographed promotional and jacket images, among others.

I photographed this near the man-made shoreline in Kawasaki. The sunset was beautiful…!

Photographed on November 14, 2025. This is the hanachōzu (flower water basin) at Hara Florist.

I stand quietly under the autumn tree, a lonely bicycle waiting for my rider’s return. Fallen leaves wrap around my tires like a rusty blanket, and I breathe in the gentle pause between journeys.

Photographed on November 15, 2025. A cafe latte from cafe andon and a cassis and apple cinnamon crumble cake.

Photographed on November 15, 2025. This is cafe andon’s cassis and apple cinnamon crumble cake. Layers of cassis and apple jam are topped with cinnamon crumble and apple. It has a crunchy texture and a balance of sweetness and tartness.

Perched on a golden autumn branch, the little bird savors its meal in the soft afternoon light. The crisp leaves shimmer around it, turning the moment into a quiet celebration of the season.

Photographed on November 15, 2025. This is a cafe latte from cafe andon. What lovely latte art.

Dobine Park in Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture. The ginkgo avenue along the promenade was at its peak autumn color. (୨୧❛ᴗ❛)📷✨🍁

Photographed on November 15, 2025. This is the avocado and shrimp hot sandwich set from CAFE ANDON.

A lonely bench sits beneath an autumn tree, waiting patiently for someone to pause and feel the season drift by. In the quiet of the vacant park, it becomes a silent witness to fall’s gentle passing. Location: wako Jurin park, Saitama

I'm relaxing at the Starbucks Hon-Kawagoe Station store. I ordered a Truffle Soupccino and the Viena Sausage Stone Oven Filone.

Photographed on November 15, 2025. These are the hanatemizu flower arrangements at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Isehara Autumn Foliage Report 2025.11.17 Here is today’s update on the autumn leaves in Isehara. The foliage at Afuri Shrine and Daisenji Temple has begun to change color. This weekend finally brings the illuminated autumn foliage displays. For details such as the schedule, please see the tourism association’s special site. https://isehara-kanko.com/autumn-lightup/... Although it is a weekday, many visitors have come. The autumn foliage season is expected to be very crowded with large numbers of visitors. Please take care when you visit.

Notice: Waiting-List Registration Opens for the Isehara MtOoyama Sky Lantern Event The MtOoyama Sky Lantern releases lanterns carrying written wishes into the sky from the grounds of Oyama Afuri Shrine Lower Shrine, located on the mid slopes of Mt Ooyama at about 700 meters above sea level. Due to its great popularity the event was fully booked and registration had been closed, but we have now opened a waiting list for registrations. Please take this opportunity to apply and join us. ◇ Event Dates and Times Saturday, January 17, 2026 and Saturday, January 24, 2026 ◇ Lantern Launch Scheduled for 5:30 PM ◇ Location The grounds of Oyama Afuri Shrine Lower Shrine For application details, deadlines, and other information, please see the official tourism association page. https://isehara-kanko.com/osl2025/...

Photographed on November 15, 2025. This is the hanachōzu (flower water basin) at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Night at Kanazawa Hakkei

Photographed on November 15, 2025. This is the hanachozu (flower water basin) at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Photographed on November 15, 2025. After the monthly ceremony at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine, I relaxed at Starbucks Kawagoe Kanetsuki-dori Store. I had a gingerbread latte and a white chocolate macadamia donut.

9:00 AM on November 14, 2025 Mount Fuji and autumn foliage from Koyodai, Narusawamura, Yamanashi Prefecture I wanted to see the colors spreading from the mountain’s vast base up to its summit! Waking up early to go was worth it!

I attended the monthly ceremony at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. Today is Shichi-Go-San.

Photographed on November 10, 2025. This is Hanatetsu's hanachōzu (flower water basin).

Isehara Autumn Foliage Report — November 14, 2025 Here is today’s update on autumn colors in Isehara. The ginkgo row at Sports Park has turned even more vibrant. Some areas remain green, so it will take a little longer for all the trees to turn fully yellow. On Ooyama, the leaves around Afuri Shrine and Oyama Temple are gradually approaching peak color. Autumn foliage will be illuminated on Ooyama at night. For the schedule and details, please see the Tourist Association’s special site. https://isehara-kanko.com/autumn-lightup/... The foliage season is expected to be very crowded with many visitors. Please take care when you visit.