Hello 😃 This is Yamanashi Wine Kingdom Senga Falls shop! Cold days continue, and at Shosenkyo Gorge you can enjoy winter-only spectacles, such as spray frozen onto the rock face of Senga Falls ❄️ After a day of winter sightseeing in Shosenkyo, please stop by our shop to finish your visit! The interior is warm, and we offer a relaxed space where you can enjoy choosing wine 🍷✨ We especially recommend wines for mulled wine that suit this season, the richly sweet Blueberry Wine, and gift sets in charming packaging perfect for Valentine’s Day 🎁! At the tasting corner you can sample wines produced in Yamanashi Prefecture, so please try and find your favorite bottle. We also sell local snacks that pair well with wine! They make great souvenirs from your trip or thoughtful gifts for someone special. Warm your heart during winter in Shosenkyo. Everyone on staff at Yamanashi Wine Kingdom Senga Falls shop looks forward to welcoming you 😊

❄️ Introducing Photos Submitted to Winter Gokase 2025 — Part 1 ❄️ We are showcasing photos submitted to the Winter Gokase 2025 contest, currently running on the Gokase Tourism Association Instagram account 🤩🎉 @goto0619 @thusandleavis *Order is not indicative of ranking* These shots capture everyday moments in wintertime Gokase Town with a nostalgic feel 😌✨ Thank you for your submissions!! ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Over the past few days, daytime temperatures in Gokase Town have often felt mild ☀️ But it is still winter! In the mornings frost has turned gardens completely white. Here are places that froze over. You can even see animal tracks in the remaining snow! Please feel free to share any simple winter discoveries with us in the same easygoing spirit — we look forward to your entries!!! How to Enter (Submission Period through February 28) Follow the Gokase Tourism Association Instagram account (@gokase_kanko) and post with the hashtags "Winter Gokase 2025" and the name of the shooting location (for example: Uno no Ko Falls) along with your photo 📸 ※Snow accumulation and icy roads can be dangerous. When taking photos, please ensure your safety and take care to avoid accidents ⚠️

Okinawa is still quite chilly! The temperature on Izanami Island reached a high of 22°C today which feels cold to locals, but when the sun comes out it’s pleasantly warm enough for short sleeves. While sorting photos, I discovered the coral reefs around Izanami Island! As a remote diving paradise, it still holds many unknown spots✨✨ It’s a real hidden gem✨✨ This summer, how about trying a private diving trip around Izanami Island?✨✨

Daan Town Winter Scenery The Sangi Railway running in the snow with Mt. Fujiwara in the background Daian Town, Inabe City, Mie Prefecture January 2025

Sunrise at Lake Yamanaka 2025.01.18 It was a beautiful sunrise with a gradation.

Nice to meet you all and welcome to COOL JAPAN VIDEOS! Ikeda Town Tourist Association. Kitaazumi-gun, Nagano Prefecture Ikeda Town is a Town located in the northwestern part of Nagano Prefecture with a population of about 8,800. It is a Town rich in nature surrounded by the mountains and beautiful Rural Scenery of the Northern Alps, To the south Matsumoto City, Kamikochi, and Hakuba on the north side, and Ikeda Town, Nagano Prefecture. Ikeda Town, Nagano Prefecture, the beauty and serene atmosphere of the Nature Fascination those who visit for sightseeing. Best regards for watching COOL JAPAN VIDEOS as we will deliver the charm of Ikeda Town, Nagano Prefecture, Ikeda Town to everyone! 【Access to Ikeda Town, Nagano Prefecture, Ikeda Town】 ◆Tokyo - Ikeda Town, Nagano Prefecture, Ikeda Town Access by Automobile: From Chuo Expressway, enter the Nagano Automobile Expressway, get off at Azumino IC, and Use the Olympic Road route for about 3 hours. Access by train: Boarding the Hokuriku Shinkansen and get off at Nagano Station, then Use a taxi after getting off at Akashina station on the JR Oito Line. It takes about 2 hours and 55 minutes to Akashina station. 【Sightseeing spots in Ikeda Town, Nagano Prefecture, Ikeda Town】 ◆North Alps Viewing Museum As the name suggests, the North Alps Viewing Museum is an art museum that offers spectacular views of the Northern Alps. Inside the Museum exhibits works by artists related to the region and works of art on the theme of Nature. ◆Yamazakura in Rikugo Cherry Blossom Senkyo Thousands of cherry trees growing wild all over the mountainside bloom in the Spring season, making it a true cherry blossom paradise. While walking through the beautiful cherry blossom tunnel, you can spend a quiet and peaceful time. Autumn leaves are beautiful in autumn, and you can enjoy different landscapes in each season. ◆Roadside Station Ikeda Ikeda Town Herb Center It is a Roadside Station located along Prefectural Road 51, where tourists can take a break and Fresh vegetables, fruits, and Local crafts are sold, bringing the charm of Ikeda Town to visit people. ◆Omine Plateau seven-color big maple Omine Plateau seven-color big maple is a huge maple tree that is over 250 years old. This maple tree shows a beautiful Autumn leaves in autumn, and its fantastic sight fascinates those who visit. It is a place where you can spend a relaxing time in quiet nature. ◆ Azumino Rose Garden It is a located on a hill rose garden overlooking the mountains of the Northern Alps and the Rural Scenery of the Ikeda Town. You can enjoy 300 roses of about 200 species. 【Specialty products of Ikeda Town, Nagano Prefecture, Ikeda Town】 ◆Kuga tea, Mulberry jam In Ikeda Town, Mulberry Cultivation is thriving, and Specialty Products using its leaves There are popular. Kuga tea is a drink that is said to be good for health and has a high relaxing effect. ◆ Wine Cultivation of European varieties of wine grapes has been cultivated for more than 30 years, and it has been certified as a "Northern Alps Azumino Wine Valley Special Zone". These Specialty Products are also popular as thank-you gifts for Furusato Nozei tax payments. 【Festivals and events in Ikeda Town, Nagano Prefecture, Ikeda Town】 ◆Yawata Shrine Annual Grand Festival Ikeda The Annual Grand Festival of Ikeda Yawata Shrine, held every September at Ikeda Yawata Shrine, is a popular festival that attracts the entire town of Ikeda Town, which has a history of 360 years. Stages and boat-shaped festival floats Parade through the Towns, and Locals and tourists Unite and get excited! together. You can also enjoy traditional dance and music, and it is a valuable opportunity to experience the culture of Ikeda Town. ◆Takasegawa Grand Summer Fireworks Festival Held in in August every year, Takasegawa Grand Summer Fireworks Festival is an event that Fascination many tourists. About 2,000 fireworks of the colorful fireworks blooming in the Ikeda Town night sky create a fantastic sight. You can also see the very impressive "hand-held fireworks" in which fireworks craftsmen launch fireworks held in their hands. ◆ Shinshu Ikeda Town wine Festival At the "Shinshu Ikeda Town Wine Festival" Held in at Azumino Ikeda Craft Park, you can drink all-you-can-drink wines such as the Sapporo-Grand Polaire series and the Chateau Mercian series made from grapes Cultivation in Local if you pay an admission ticket. "Beverage Corner", "Taste Corner", and "Roasted Ikeda Roast Beef" are also available, and it is a popular event where you can enjoy local gourmet food in Ikeda Town with a glass of wine in hand. Held in in October 2023. 【Disseminating Tourist Information of Ikeda Town, Nagano Prefecture, Ikeda Town】 The beautiful nature of Ikeda Town, Nagano Prefecture, Ikeda Town, has a unique charm that can only be experienced here. It is easily accessible about 1 hour from Nagano City, so please stop by when sightseeing in Nagano. We will send out Recommendations for Ikeda Town, Nagano Prefecture, Ikeda Town, which will deeply impression those who visit, so please follow us.

📍Tsumago inn (Tsumago-juku) For travel memories and gifts for someone special. Buy local products or artisans’ creations as proof that you visited on your own two feet. Every time you see them, the memories come flooding back—that’s the magic of souvenirs. These days people talk more about experiences than things, but cherish the spark in your heart…💗💭

The Mountain Name 🏔 Omachi City has enjoyed several sunny days recently, and daytime temperatures have been relatively warm for this season☀️ The mountains look striking against the blue sky🏔 The mountain range visible from Omachi City is officially the Hida Mountains, commonly called the Northern Alps. From the Toyama Prefecture side it lies behind the Tateyama Range, so it is also referred to as the Ushered Tateyama Range (Ushiro-Tateyama Range)😌 Personally, it seems that the informal name "Northern Alps" has gained popular acceptance among residents on the Omachi side😊 ⭐️Official website "Shinano Omachi Navi"⭐️ https://kanko-omachi.gr.jp//

Fuji seen from Lake Kawaguchi

Fuji in the Water Mirror Fuji in the water mirror seen from Lake Kawaguchi

I took a picture with the shadow of the fence Komono Town, Mie Prefecture "Mt. Gozaisho Ropeway" 2025/1

Heart-shaped coral reef ❤️ 📍Izanami Island Coastal Park, Okinawa Prefecture Appears around a tidal height of 100 centimeters on sunny days A three-minute walk from Nakata Port Terminal on Izanami Island

Hello, this is the Shosenkyo Tourist Association. The “juhyo” I introduced the other day looked so beautiful when seen up close on a sunny day that it seemed as if crystals were being born. It truly felt like Shosenkyo. In the first photo, I placed a crystal cluster on the juhyo. Can you see where it is?

January 20 — Shimoda Onsen Suisen Festival blossom status [50% in bloom] They're nearing full bloom! https://www.shimoda-city.info/post/20250120...

This month's geotour will take us around the Matsudome area, where Yosano Akiko liked to stay. There are several outcrops and facilities that should be considered active cultural heritage, such as the Matsudome Power Plant. Let's talk over a glass of wine or coffee afterwards. The meeting time has been changed.

Mild Seven Hill that you visit every time you go to Biei There are two, and this is the hill of the new Mild Seven. All seasons are beautiful, but the snowy scenery in winter is the best. Especially in the afternoon when the sun goes down

This is the Saikai City Tourism Association in Nagasaki Prefecture. Here is an introduction to Saikai Bridge, which links Saikai City and Hariō in Sasebo City. The cold days continue, but from around February the Kawazu cherry blossoms begin, followed by Somei-yoshino at the end of March, offering stunning scenery to enjoy! "Nationally Designated Important Cultural Property: Saikai Bridge" This red bridge connects Inoura-go in Seihi, Saikai City, Nagasaki Prefecture, with Hario Higashi-machi in Sasebo City. Saikai Bridge was built across the Inoura Seto, one of Japan’s three great tidal currents, in October 1955 (Showa 30) to link Sasebo City and the Nishisonogi Peninsula (Saikai City). The bridge has a total length of 316 m and stands 42 m above the sea surface. At the time, Saikai Bridge was the third largest bridge of its type in the world and the largest in Asia. It took four years from the start of construction to completion, accomplished with Japan’s highest engineering standards. Because whirlpools up to 10 m in diameter form in Inoura Seto, it was impossible to erect piers in the sea during construction. A precision method called the cantilevered launching suspension method was used, assembling from both shores and closing at the center. On December 23, 2020 (Reiwa 2), it became the first postwar-built bridge designated as a National Important Cultural Property. "Saikai Bridge Park" A 37 ha sightseeing park surrounding Saikai Bridge. The park offers plenty of play equipment such as an athletic course and a sledding slope, making it popular with families. It’s also great for picnics with a packed lunch. In spring, you can enjoy views of about 1,000 cherry trees with Saikai Bridge in the background. "New Saikai Bridge" A light-blue bridge completed in 2006 (Heisei 18) as part of the toll Pearl Line. The main span is 300 m, the inlet section is 320 m, and the total length is 620 m. A promenade runs beneath the road, and observation windows let you peer down at the sea. The view from directly above during the spring spring tide in March, when whirlpools occur, is spectacular! Both the Saikai and Sasebo sides offer parking lots large enough for coach buses and equipped with restrooms. Please come and visit Saikai City in Nagasaki Prefecture.

A cold morning so chilly even the Takase River froze ☀️ This morning Omachi City woke to a bitter cold that neared double-digit negatives ❄️ A thin layer of ice lined the banks of the Takase River 🧊 The Northern Alps, once hidden by clouds, gradually came into view 🏔 The sky cleared to blue, making it a perfect day for winter fun like skiing, snowboarding, and sledding ⛷🏂🛷 Omachi City activities are below 🔽🔽🔽 https://kanko-omachi.gr.jp/spot/spot_cat/cat02/...

2025 (2025 (Reiwa 7)) Gari operation schedule information This year as well, we will operate a shuttle bus connecting city tourist facilities, popular souvenir shops, and hotels to coincide with the drift ice season. 【Highlights and Attractions】 ☆ Ice Sea Observation Tower "Okhotsk Tower" with a 360-degree view, and "Drift Ice Sightseeing Boat Gari Nko-go" that proceeds exciting while rotating a drill in the sea covered with drift ice ☆ At Japan's only protection facilities specializing in seal, you can see cute seal up close. ☆ In addition to learning about drift ice and the Sea of Okhotsk, you can touch real drift ice in a world with a temperature of 20 degrees below zero. ☆ Activities such as walking skiing, including indoor playground equipment popular with children, can be experienced at "Okhotsk Drift Ice Park (Aozora Exchange Hall)" * The shuttle bus to Drift Ice Park operates Traditional Japanese straw raincoat only on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays in February, where you can experience snow Rafting. In addition, we will visit popular Souvenir shops and hotels in Monbetsu. Summary frequently asked questions about drift ice tourism, so please see here as well. [Operation period] January 17 ~ January 31 Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays only February 1st ~ February 28th Daily operation (Note: Operating hours change on Weekdays, Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays) March 1st ~ March 31st Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays only * Cash payment only

It is a scenic spot in KushiHonmachi, Wakayama Prefecture. In winter, the sea has excellent transparency. Located inside the area of Nanki-Kumano Geopark, Hashipile Rock attracts a large number of tourists and photography enthusiasts from all over the country.

Tree Ice and Mt. Kamagatake Near the summit of the Mt. Gozaisho Ropeway The ice was very beautiful. Komono Town, Mie Prefecture Mt. Gozaisho Ropeway Shot on iPHONE 11 PRO 2025/1

Hello 😊 This is Ryusuido. The rock walls around Senga Falls and Hachiju Pond in Shosenkyo Gorge have become glazed with frozen droplets, creating a winter-only landscape. When the sunlight hits, they glitter and sparkle beautifully! Garnet, the birthstone for January 💎, symbolizes friendship, passion, and fruition. Also known as the “stone of victory,” it is famed for helping efforts bear fruit and guiding people to success. We recommend it to anyone working hard at exams, job hunting, sports, or similar challenges.‼️ We also carry a variety of other natural stones and accessories, so please stop by to enjoy a soothing space where gemstones and the sound of the falls intertwine. We look forward to the day we can see your wonderful smiles 😊

【Yomiuri Land Jewellumination】 ☆彡 Held in Thursday, October 24, 2024 ~ Sunday, April 6, 2025 The world's first illumination using LEDs inspired by jewel colors developed by Mikiko Ishii Design Office. This season, which marks the 60th anniversary of the amusement park's opening, we will deliver "happiness created by light" under the theme of "LIGHT is LOVE ~Diamond 60 Celebration~". The "fountain show" that is very popular every year, and the illuminations unique to amusement parks seen from Ferris cars and roller coasters are must sees. ・ Date & Time 2024 (Reiwa 6) October 24 (Thu) ~ 2025 (Reiwa 7) April 6 (Sun) ・ Venue: Yomiuri Land ・ Contact: Yomiuri Land Amusement Park 044-966-1111 For details, please check the "Events Information" page on the Tourism Association website➡.

Jewelry Ice 2025 Jewelry Ice · Harunire Tree Adventure Experience 😊 “Jewelry Ice” refers to chunks of ice that break free from the Tokachi River, drift out to the Pacific, and wash up on the Otsu Coast at the river mouth. Their beauty as they sparkle in the sunlight is utterly mysterious ✨ Why not come see this natural phenomenon of Tokachi’s severe cold and the Tokachi River known as “Jewelry Ice”? The second photo shows the state of the Jewelry Ice from yesterday 🎵 At the rest area we offer warm drinks, shells and Jewelry Ice goods, and local seafood, so please drop by if you like 😄 This plan also includes a visit to Toyokoro’s symbolic tree, the Harunire Tree 🌳 For inquiries, contact Hokuto Taxi 🚕 ☎️0155-67-5681 (9:00–17:00)

Hyosetsu no Akari Festival 2025 On Saturday, February 15, 2025, the Hyosetsu no Akari Festival (Ice and Snow Lantern Festival) returns to Tsumago inn (Tsumago-juku)! About 600 ice candles will be lit, creating a magical scene unlike the daytime view. This year, in addition to shops open for evening business, the tourist information center will offer free pork miso soup and hot lemonade, and food stalls in front of the Fureai Hall will sell items such as fried chicken and pizza. Visitors can also enjoy colorful ice art by the Tsumago Women’s Association and an ice exhibit by local Sonan High School students. On that day, Nagiso Sightseeing Taxi will operate until 8:00 p.m. Enjoy this once-a-year lantern festival! Photographers are encouraged to enter the Kiso Tourism Federation photo contest📸✨ Date: Saturday, February 15, 2025 Time: Lighting at 5:30 p.m. Location: Tsumago inn (Tsumago-juku), Nagiso town (399-5302 Azuma, Tsumago-juku, Kiso District, Nagano Prefecture)

The beach with the most beautiful sunset 🏖️ 📍Izenama Beach Izanami Island, a remote island in Okinawa Prefecture A one-hour ferry ride from Unten Port in Nakijin Village

Just gazing out at the sea, lost in thought ✨ 📍Izanami Beach A remote Okinawan island where you lose all sense of time

Sunset on the Kushiro River with lotus leaves and ice drifting In the brackish waters of the mouth of the Kushiro River, lotus leaf ice can be seen during the extremely cold season The Kushiro River, which opens its mouth to the west, is a perfect sunset viewing Spot Lotus leaf ice streams through the Kushiro River dyed by the setting sun

Kushiro Marsh in winter Frost covers the trees, the Kushiro River meanders widely, and the marshland becomes a snowfield of silver and white If you look closely, you can see a herd of deer grazing under the snow in the frozen marshland Feel the workings of Nature

SL Winter Marshland running again this year! The SL Winter Marshland is an SL sightseeing train Car that makes one round trip per day on weekends between Kushiro and Shibecha on the Kusami Main Line. Boarding can also be reserved. Please come and see the brave figure running through the white and silver Kushiro Marshland.