A mixed-use entertainment event that makes the most of Tomakomai’s attractive location will take place. There will be a ticketed stage area for artist live performances and a free area open to everyone. Date: Saturday and Sunday, September 7–8, 2024 Location: Kirakira Park (3-4-21 Irifunecho, Tomakomai City) For details on performing artists and how to buy tickets, visit the official Tomakomai Mirai Fest 2024 website!

Hello to all COOL JAPAN VIDEOS viewers! This is the Shirako Tourism Association. Chiba Prefecture Shirako Town is a beautiful seaside Town located in the eastern part of Chiba Prefecture. It has a population of approximately 10,482 as of May 2024 and is easily accessible from Narita International Airport, about one hour by car. COOL JAPAN VIDEOS will provide you with popular tourist Spots and Recommendations in Shirako Town. ◆ Chiba Prefecture Shirako Town is a tennis Town ◆ The Chiba Prefecture Chosei district Shirako Town faces the Kujukuri Beach and attracts tourists with its beautiful Coast lines and rich natural environment. At Kujukuri Beach, you can enjoy surfing, marine sports and marine activities. In addition, there are plenty of Hot Spring and sports facilities, and it is a place where you can enjoy relaxation and Activities at the same time. Restrooms available in the town has more than 300 tennis courts, which boast the largest number in Japan, and is said to be a sacred place for Tennis Camps. Shirako Town is focusing on attracting tourism with the vision of "creating an attractive town planning where you can see the smiles of visitors," and is working to develop tennis and sports facilities in the In the town under the slogan "A city where everyone can be healthy and happy." ◆ Introduction to Chiba Prefecture Shirako Town Sightseeing spot ◆ ・Shirako Shrine Shirako Shrine is a historic shrine founded in 1048 and is now Restrooms available popular as a Chiba Prefecture one of the most Power Spot. The Main Shrine was designated as a prefectural cultural property in March 2016. ・Shirako Hot Spring Shirako Hot Spring Use brine pumped from 2,000 meters underground as a Hot Spring. "Brine" contains natural gas, the main component of which is methane. In addition, this "brine" is characterized by the fact that seaweed that has sunk to the bottom of the sea has been decomposed and concentrated over a long period of time, and contains a large amount of iodine. The pale yellow water is also called "golden water", and this iodine dilates the arterioles of obliteration, lowers blood pressure, slows the pulse wave speed, and has a strong protective effect on the circulatory system Restrooms available Restrooms available. The Shirako Town is full of Hot Spring inn and One-day hot spring facilities, making it a great place to unwind after a long trip. ・Transvaal Daisy Conservatory You can see about 80 kinds of Transvaal daisy at the Cultivation facility of "Transvaal daisy", a flower that blooms all year round in the Chiba Prefecture Shirako Town. Visiting the site tours and flower picking experiences are also held in, making it popular with families. The sight of colorful Transvaal daisy in full bloom fascinates those who visit. ・Marine sports In the Coast, which stretches for about 6 km in a Shirako Town with beautiful white sand beaches and vivid blue waters, marine sports such as surfing, standup paddleboarding, and bodyboarding are popular, as well as swimming in Nakazato and Kosho, and there are Restrooms available schools that teach even inexperienced people carefully from the basics. In addition, the area near the mouth of the Minami-Shiragame River, which streams through the center of Shirako Town, is a fishing spot visited by many Taikomo. ・Shirako Sakura With the desire of the hotel association to "feel an early Spring with early blooming cherry blossoms!", about 400 cherry trees were planted on the Kujukuri Beach Line. "Shirako Sakura", which has grown over several decades, has become a tourist attraction in Shirako Town. ・The giant Japanese Cedar tree of Seki It is a huge giant Japanese Cedar Tree with a height of 9 meters and a trunk circumference of 2.7 meters, which is said to be about 800 years old. It is designated as a natural monument of Chiba Prefecture. ・Accommodations Shirako Town Restrooms available centered around Shirako Hot Springs many Accommodations. There are many types of hotels, inns, guesthouses, pensions, and campsites. Enjoy Traveling in Shirako at the inn that suits your travel plan. ◆ Chiba Prefecture Shirako Town Specialty Products ◆ ・Shirako onion Shirako Town is famous as a production area for Shirako onions. The Shirako onion grows in mineral-rich soil and tastes like fruit Restrooms available thick and sweetness. Fresh and nutritious onions grown by local farmers, they are loved by many households. ・Leaf onion Leaf onions from Shirako Town are also one of the Specialty Products and were recognized as the only production area in Japan. Jade is a precious gastronomical delicacies harvested before the green onion jade grows large. ◆Chiba Prefecture Shirako Town festival and Event Introduction◆ ・Shirako Hot Spring Cherry Blossom Festival It is Held in from the beginning to the end of February, when the Best time to visit begins, and we Implementation a discount service for lighting up and One Day Hot Spring. In addition, special days during the Held in period are held with many Stalls and attract many visitors every year. ・Shirako Onion Festival, Onion picking Shirako onion picking is a popular event held in every May. During this period, onions can be harvested, making it a fun experience for families and a rare opportunity to experience Local agriculture. In addition, on the day of the Jade Negi Festival, an event is held in along with the Jade onion sale, and many people from inside and outside the prefecture come in search of Shirako onions. ・Shirako Tennis Festival The Shirako Tennis Festival is a popular sporting event that will celebrate its 41st anniversary in 2024. Use more than 300 tennis courts in the In the town, you can enjoy tennis to the fullest over two days, including qualifying leagues, final tournaments, and tournament matches. Programs are available for beginners and advanced users, and it is popular as a healthy Activities. ◆ Chiba Prefecture Shirako Town Tourist Information ◆ Enjoy a wonderful trip in Shirako Town, where new discoveries and impressions await you every time you visit, such as beautiful nature and rich history. Beautiful nature awaits you. At COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, we will send you Chiba Prefecture Shirako Town great Information, so thank you.

Hello to all COOL JAPAN VIDEOS viewers! This is the Kujukuri Town Tourism Association. Chiba Prefecture Mountain Takegun Kujukuri Town is a town of about 14,000 people located in the center of the eastern Kujukuri Beach of Chiba Prefecture. Access from Central Tokyo is also convenient, and you can get there in about 100 minutes by car. Best regards for Information on Kujukuri Town, where you can enjoy marine sports, marine activities, and delicious seafood dishes such as sardines. ■Introduction to Chiba Prefecture Kujukuri Town Beaches■ The Kujukuri Beach is a Coast with a total length of 66 kilometers in Bow-shaped beach, and there are many popular Beaches in Chiba Prefecture Kujukuri Town, and many tourists from Central Tokyo Visit due to its easy access. The beach is lined with beach houses, and you can also taste Kujukuri's famous "sardines" and "Hamaguri clams". You can also enjoy surfing, fishing, and trawling using traditional fishing methods. Here are some of the most popular beaches in Kujukuri Town. ・Sakuda Beach Sakuta Beaches It is the easternmost beaches of Kujukuri Town and is also popular with surfers. Pieces of shellfish make the beach look white. ・Katakai Central Coast Katakai Beaches It is a beaches in the center of Kujukuri Town, and is surrounded by Kujukuri Hometown Nature Park, Katagai Fishing Port, and Sea Station Kujukuri. It is popular as a First sunrise Spot in winter. ・Fudodo Beach Fudodo Beaches The 22-meter-high tower "Kujukuri Beach Tower" has a conch shell motif. It has also been selected as one of the "100 Chiba View 100 Scenery". ・Magame Beach Magame Beaches It is a relatively quiet Coast with no beach houses, and it is a hidden gem Spot. These Beaches are Spots that can be said to be a symbol of summer in Kujukuri Town. The vast sandy beaches and crystal clear waters are ideal for summer leisure. Visit with families, couples or friends and enjoy the sea Activities. ■Introduction to Chiba Prefecture Kujukuri Town sightseeing spots■ ・Kujukuri Hometown Nature Park It is a nature park that spreads along Katagai Beach Beach, and there is also an exhibition room where you can learn about the nature and life of Kujukuri Town through videos. ・Sea Station Kujukuri About 3,000 sardines swim in a huge tank. Seafood, Local vegetables Unload on the Katagai Fishing Port in front of you, and special gourmet foods are lined up. At the food court, you can enjoy fresh seafood dishes while looking at the superb view of Kujukuri Beach. It is also recommended for purchasing Souvenirs of Kujukuri Town sightseeing. ・Kujukuri Town Sightseeing Object On the Katakai Central Coast, where marine sports are popular, there is an object designed with "99" named after the town, and it is popular as a Spot that looks good on social media with pop colors. ■ Chiba Prefecture Kujukuri Town Specialty Products Kujukuri Town is famous for its seafood such as sardines and Hamaguri clams. Sardine Local cuisine include "minced sardines," "Sardine ball soup," "Sardine Sashimi," "Sardine bowl," "lightly seared sardines," and "fried sardines," and can be tasted at many restaurants in In the town. ■Chiba Prefecture Kujukuri Town festival & Event Introduction■ ・Hometown Festival, Fireworks Festival Held in every year on the first Saturday of August on the Katakai Central Coast, this midsummer festival is one of the One of the largest events in Within Chiba Prefecture. The venue is crowded with many tourists both inside and outside the prefecture. The sight of about 2,000 colorful fireworks launched into the night sky projected on the sea surface of Kujukuri Beach is very fantastic. ・Beach Life in Kujukuri Town The majestic beach of Kujukuri Town, which is one of the highest sandy beaches in Japan, is held in with the aim of "Let's make use of the beach all year round!", and you can watch and experience various beach sports centered on Japan's first "Bicycle Beach Race" that utilizes the beach. ■Introduction Spot sightseeing in Chiba Prefecture Kujukuri Town■ Kujukuri Town is an attractive town with a beautiful coast line and rich nature. Taste the seafood of Kujukuri Town and enjoy the beautiful Coast. In COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, we will send out Chiba Prefecture Kujukuri Town recommended Information, so thank you.

Would you like to practice self-care in a holiday forest? The door of Burari Café opens again after a long time! Saturday, June 8, 10:00 AM At Burari Café, opposite the former Kitami Shinkin bank We will hold a mindfulness meditation and aroma workshop! Meditation led together with a yoga instructor and a session to make an aroma spray. Lunch will be available ^O^ At the last event, many ingredients came from Nishiokoppe Village, and the lunch had a wonderfully comforting flavor! Per person: 4,500 yen (drink fee 200 yen extra). Come by and drop in for a visit. We look forward to your reservation. Please call 080-5179-3861 (Takahashi). #Nishiokoppe Village #Burari Café #self-care #holiday forest #Yoga #Studio Yoga #Aroma・Tarot Minazuki #Monbetsu

ISEHARA Bread Festival Wheat Fest Sunday, June 2, 2024, 10:00–15:00 Held at Isehara City General Sports Park From Isehara Station north exit, take bus stop No. 3 bound for Nanasawa and get off at General Sports Park Shops from Isehara City * Moulus a la Meule (Moulus a la Meule) — bread made with house-milled flour that really lets you taste the goodness of wheat * Yakitate Pan Kobo Howari — freshly baked breads made with 100% Hokkaido wheat and additive-free dough * Happy Pan Life — especially recommended for their light, fluffy dough breads * Pan-ya-san Yui — popular for cute breads shaped like animals Many other popular bakeries gather here Food trucks and a garapon lottery with chances to win cooking and crewling goods will be on site! Likely to sell out A must for bread lovers!! Come hungry and enjoy!

Nayoro Asparagus Festival will be held this weekend! Date: Sunday, May 26, 2024 Location: Nayose Street Shopping Street Special venue ▼Details▼ 1 Asparagus direct sales In the direct sale of the featured project, 500g each of seasonal asparagus L size and 2L size will be sold at a special event price! Sales are scheduled after the Opening Ceremony around 11:30, but may change before or after. 2 Asparagus Gourmet About 30 shops Stalls from Town/Village neighboring cities! Enjoy ♪ the event-limited asparagus gourmet 3 Asparagus Athletic Race Clear various obstacles to reach the goal and get asparagus and sweets! 4 Asparagacha An asparagus gacha with a good deal on asparagus will be set up at some time! 5 Various stages Don't miss the spectacular stage project, such as performances by circles and groups! One day ♪ of annual asparagus Please come to the venue!

Hello! This is the Suwa Tourist Association. Suwa City in Nagano Prefecture sits at the heart of Nagano Prefecture. The area offers beautiful natural scenery such as Lake Suwa and Kirigamine, along with rich history you can experience at sites like Takashima Castle and Suwa Grand Shrine. At Cool Japan Video, we share recommended sightseeing spots and the latest information about Suwa City, so please stay tuned! ◆◆About Suwa City, Nagano Prefecture Suwa City has a population of about 47,000 and is roughly a two-hour drive from the Tokyo metropolitan area. The Suwa Grand Shrine Upper Shrine and Lower Shrine, said to be one of Japan’s oldest shrines, attracts many visitors year-round. In the Edo period the city prospered as the castle town of the Takashima Domain, and in the Meiji period it grew into a global center of the sericulture industry. ◆◆Tourist Attractions in Suwa City, Nagano Prefecture ◇Suwa Grand Shrine This shrine is the head of Suwa Grand Shrine sites across Japan. The Upper Shrine is divided between Honmiya (Main Shrine) in Suwa City and Former Shrine in Chino City, while the Lower Shrine consists of Autumn Shrine and Harumiya in Shimosuwa Town, forming a two-shrine, four-shrines configuration. Built in the architectural style known as Suwa-zukuri, the shrine buildings are designated Important Cultural Properties of Japan, and the shrine forests are prefectural natural monuments. A popular sightseeing course is the pilgrimage visiting the four shrines known as the “Shisha Mairi.” ◇Takashima Castle and Takashima Park Built about 420 years ago, the castle is nicknamed the “Floating Castle of Suwa” because Lake Suwa’s waters once served as its moat. The present castle tower welcomes many visitors as a museum and observation deck. Takashima Park inside the castle grounds is also a popular cherry blossom viewing spot. ◇Lake Suwa Located almost at the center of Nagano Prefecture, Lake Suwa is the largest lake in Shinshu with a shoreline of about 16 kilometers. The lakeside offers pleasant walks and plenty to see, including the Harmo Museum of Art and SUWA Glass Village, one of the largest glass museums in Nagano Prefecture. ◇Kami-suwa Onsen This hot spring on the shores of Lake Suwa ranks among the nation’s top in daily spring output. A large number of hotels, ryokan, minshuku, and day-trip hot spring facilities allow visitors to plan their stay as they like. ◇Tateishi Park Perched on the hillside, the park overlooks Lake Suwa below. There’s even local talk that it inspired a movie setting. Tateishi Park is selected among the 100 Best Sunset Points in Shinshu and included in the New Three Major Night Views and Night View 100 selections. ◇Kirigamine Highlands Alpine plants color the highlands through the seasons. The panoramic views of Mount Fuji, the Alps, and the Yatsugatake Mountain Range provide unforgettable scenery. Kirigamine Ski Area within the highlands offers winter sports. ◇Nagano Prefectural Kirigamine Nature Conservation Center This prefectural visitor center in Yatsugatake Chushin Kogen National Park presents photos and panels to learn about the plants, animals, and history found on Kirigamine. ◇Suwa Gokura (Five Breweries of Suwa) Thanks to the spring water that wells up from the Kirigamine Highlands, the clear air, and the cool climate, Suwa City’s sake ranks among the top in Japan. Five breweries—the Suwa Gokura—stand in the city, and brewery-hopping tours to sample each sake are popular. ◆◆Local Specialties of Suwa City, Nagano Prefecture Suwa City produces a wide range of local specialties, including quince (marmelo) products, river fish products, sake, kanten (agar), and Shinshu miso, all grown and made locally. These items are known for their high quality and are highly regarded not only in local markets but across Japan. ◆◆Festivals and Events in Suwa City, Nagano Prefecture ◇Onbashira Festival at Suwa Grand Shrine This traditional ritual of Suwa Grand Shrine has been handed down for over 1,200 years and takes place every seven years in the years of the Tiger and Monkey. During Onbashira, sixteen fir trees over 17 meters tall are raised by hand at the four corners of the shrine buildings. The next festival will be held in 2028. ◇Suwa Lake Festival Fireworks Display on Lake Suwa Held annually on August 15, spectacular fireworks launched from platforms set on Hatsushima on Lake Suwa paint the lake with brilliant color. This is one of the nation’s largest fireworks festivals, attracting about 500,000 spectators each year. ◆◆Sharing Tourist Information about Suwa City, Nagano Prefecture Suwa City is a region rich in charm woven from its history, nature, and culture. Visit Suwa City to immerse yourself in Japanese history, surround yourself with great nature, and enjoy moments of pure bliss. At Cool Japan Video, we will continue to share recommended information about Suwa City, so please look forward to it.

Chiba Shrine The main shrine of the North Star god "Myomi-sama". The star of man = Evil removal that controls fate, removes bad stars and leads to good stars, and eight directions that avoid disasters related to the azimuth. Prayer is a lot of worship in search of two powers. Although it is located in the city, it is also famous as a Power Spot where you can feel a mysterious atmosphere when you step inside. According to the legend of Chiba Shrine, when Chiba Tsuneshige moved his residence from Oshii Castle to Inohana Castle, he brought the Myomi-son, which had been handed down from his ancestors, to this place and built the Myomi-sha. After that, it was revered as the guardian deity of the Chiba clan until Chiba Shigetsu was destroyed by Toyotomi Hideyoshi in the 18th year of Tensho 1590, and the temple was abolished by the Meiji era separation decree and became the Chiba Shrine to enshrine the main life of Tengochu. The annual summer festival "Myōken Taisai" has been held without interruption since the first festival began in the second year of Taiji 1127 and has become a tradition in Chiba. ■ Access: ・ 10 minutes walk from JR Chiba Station Central Ticket Gate East Exit ・10 minutes by car from Anagawa IC in Keiyo Province ■Address: 1-16-1 Hospital, Chuo-ku, Chiba City

“Delicious, Fun Spring Marche” A tasty gourmet fair with a children’s festival Nishiokoppe Marche! This year it was held again over three days during Golden Week. On the first day, such strong winds blew that tents almost flew away ΣﾟДﾟ This time the village’s Western-style restaurant, Harapeko-do, also took part! They sold Margherita pizza. At the children’s festival there were the usual rock–paper–scissors events, a kids’ lottery, yo-yo fishing, and candy fishing ✨ Some children were so tempted by the attractive sweets and toys that they tried again and again. Here are the other vendors! * Setoushi-kun pancakes and chiffon cake * Soba and udon topped with wild vegetable tempura * Ezo deer meatballs and deer simmered in red wine The tempura stuffed with plenty of wild vegetables and other fillings was delicious even eaten on its own!^^! During the market the Flower Park was open free of charge, and many people enjoyed viewing the spring blossoms. It makes us happy to see the Roadside Station bustling. Thank you to everyone who came!! #Nishiokoppe Village #Roadside Station #Kam #Nishiokoppe Marche #GW #Gourmet #Children’s Festival #Flower Park #Flowers #Spring

【Notice of Kiso Tour】June 7 Fri and 8 Sat, 2024 A tour with Tomoko Suzuki, a Popular manga artist known for "Zukudase TV" and "Zukudase TV" if you are a Shinshu person, will be held in Kiso! This time, he will liven up Kiso as the new leader of the Kiso support team. A tour where you can enjoy Kaida Highlands and Kiso town for 2 days and 1 night. The inn is a guest house with a view of the starry sky. Served at Kiso's Specialties, which can only be tasted at this time. On this tour, you can also visit Tomoko Suzuki's favorite Spot. Reservations are now being accepted, with a capacity of 15 people on a first-come, first-served basis! Visiting the site of Nagano Prefecture Pharmaceuticals, chartering a Pension, Visiting the sites, and other things that can only be done on this tour are packed! Reservations are accepted from the Home page of "Kiso Valley Trail".

The 34th Magatama Festival (Held in rain; program subject to change) Saturday, May 25, 1:00 PM–6:30 PM Sunday, May 26, 10:00 AM–6:00 PM Sannomiya Hibita Shrine (1472 Sannomiya, Isehara) By train: Odakyu Odawara Line, Isehara Station From Isehara Station by bus Board at North Exit, Platform 1 (bound for Kurihara via Sekidai) → Get off at "Hibita Shrine" (about 15 minutes) → short walk Board at North Exit, Platform 4 (bound for Isehara Depot via Tonomura and Ishikurabashi) → Get off at "Sannomiya" (about 12 minutes) → about 5 minutes on foot Board at North Exit, Platform 1 (bound for Tsurumaki Onsen via Ozumidai) → Get off at "Gobe" (about 12 minutes) → about 12 minutes on foot By car About 5 minutes from the Shin-Tomei Expressway Isehara-Ooyama Interchange Organizer: Magatama Festival Executive Committee (0463-95-3237) A festival of culture and the arts held in Hibita no Mori, the birthplace of ancient culture A special stage will present a wide variety of performances and events. * Simultaneous special exhibition of archaeological materials (including Important Cultural Properties) (free) Featuring city-designated cultural properties such as items excavated from the Noborioyama Kofun Items excavated from Rachimen Kofun and Oneyama Kofun Bronze swords and horse fittings with gold plating over bronze, such as the kondo tandoryu-kan-ha (a single-dragon ring-hilt in gilt bronze) Numerous cultural properties excavated from surrounding ruins are preserved here Open 10:00 AM–4:00 PM At the Sannomiya Local History Museum (inside Hibita Shrine) * Magatama-making experience (materials fee required) At the parking area in front of Sanshuden (Fun Square) Enjoy local agricultural product sales, food trucks, and other stalls. "An Evening of Kangen and Bugaku" (first day, 25th, 5:10 PM–6:30 PM) The graceful dances performed to wind instrument music are well worth seeing! Kururin will also be there!!

[Lively Forest Park] The forest park in Nishiokoppe Village reopened on April 29, at the start of Golden Week. Last year it was under renovation, and this was my first time seeing the playground equipment actually in use. I was surprised by how many people showed up on opening day! Many visitors came to make the most of the free-access play equipment. Some rode the go-karts again and again, and others kept batting at the batting cages for hours, while some enjoyed a peaceful picnic. The crowd grew even larger in the latter half of Golden Week when food trucks arrived, and the inflatable dome was continually full. Even the equipment that wasn’t free kept running. It was so pleasant to watch a park filled with the sounds of people enjoying themselves. Please come visit again! Look forward to the campground opening in early June. #Nishiokoppe Village #Forest Park #Golden Week #Opening Event #Renewal Open #Plenty of Play Equipment #Northernmost Batting Center #Sharp-turn Go-Karts #The cherry blossoms were beautifully in bloom

"Kaasan" from Nishiokoppe makes her CD debut! Keiko, affectionately known as "Kaasan." After hearing her story, singer-songwriter Riku Nakanishi wrote and composed a song for her, and it has finally been released on CD!! This CD release event is a special evening featuring people connected to Kaasan. You can also meet Koppe, who plays the shovel shamisen! *Event Details* Saturday, June 15 Hotel Morimu, Nishiokoppe Village Doors 5:30 PM / Show 6:00 PM Tickets 4,000 yen (includes snacks and all-you-can-drink) *Contact* 090-5194-8944 (Kametsu) 090-8707-0944 (Takahashi) CDs will be on sale at the venue! Reservations accepted until Monday, June 10. Feel free to contact us. We look forward to seeing you! #Nishiokoppe Village #CD Release #Keiko Takahashi #Kaasan #Riku Nakanishi #Local Friends #Yutaka Suzuki #Shovel Shamisen #Song #Youth Is Now

From yesterday, the [Sapporo Lilac Festival] started 🎉 at Odori Park near the hotel Sweets, alcohol, Snacks, and many other popular gourmet foods in Hokkaido! There was also 🤤 a lilac festival limited menu that can only be tasted here I received 🍽️ "Lilac Mont Blanc soft serve ice cream" and "Genghis Kanmen Chikatsu" Both were very tasty! In addition to gourmet food, there was also 🎨 a experience corner such as a caricature experience and a lilac sketching contest The temperature was getting warmer, and the lilacs, the star of the show, were 🌺 just in full bloom Why don't you 🚶🏻 ♂️🚶🏻 ♀️🚶🏻 ♀️ go for a walk, Fun on the way home from work or school?

Nice to meet you! This is the Iijima Town Tourism Association. Iijimamachi, Kamiina County, Nagano Prefecture is a town of about 8,900 people located in the center of the Inadani Valley in southern Nagano Prefecture. To the west lies the Central Alps and to the east the Southern Alps, making it a town where you can see two mountain ranges. On the Cool Japan video channel, we will share recommended and up-to-date information about Iijima Town in Nagano Prefecture, so please stay tuned! ◇◇What is Iijima Town, Nagano Prefecture? Iijima Town is home to two nationally famous fireworks makers. In spring there is the Senninzuka Water Fireworks Festival, summer brings event fireworks, in September–October there are weekly votive fireworks, and on New Year’s Day there is the New Year's Eve Fireworks Festival. Fireworks are a familiar presence in the lives of Iijima residents throughout the year. Also, straw work (wara-zaiku) has been passed down through generations as a traditional craft. Straw work made in Iijima Town is famous nationwide and contributes to making sumo wrestling ring straw bales and ceremonial shimenawa ropes for well-known shrines. In recent years Iijima Town has attracted attention as a comfortable place to live, and the number of people moving here has increased. ◇◇Tourist attractions in Iijima Town, Nagano Prefecture [Mt. Karakasa] This 1,542-meter mountain had two trails developed in 2013. From the lookout and the summit you can enjoy spectacular views of the Southern Alps. [Campsites in Iijima Town] Iijima Town has three campsites, so choose the one that fits your plans and enjoy. ・Senninzuka Park Campsite Located in the Shichikubo district, this nature park offers camping, SUP, fishing, trekking, and many activities to enjoy the rich outdoors. ・Inaka no Kaze Campsite Experience farm activities and beetle hunting to fully feel the great outdoors. ・Yodagiri Park Campsite This site also has sports facilities such as tennis courts and a pool. The natural spring in the park, Kosumo no Mizu, was selected as one of Shinshu’s 15 notable and secret waters. [Roadside Station Hana-no-Sato Iijima] Fresh local vegetables line the stalls, and you can also enjoy meals. You can take in sweeping views of the Central Alps and the Southern Alps. [Roadside Station Tagirino Sato] This roadside station offers many products showcasing Iijima Town’s natural bounty, letting you feel the charm of Minami Shinshu Iijima Town. The takeout soft serve ice cream is very popular. ◇◇Local specialties of Iijima Town, Nagano Prefecture Alps Salmon, large rainbow trout raised in alpine spring water, is richly flavored and superbly fatty. The town also has many soba restaurants where you can enjoy authentic hand-made soba. ◇◇Festivals and events in Iijima Town, Nagano Prefecture [Shinshu Ijima Wind Road Wind Chime Festival] In 2023 this event set a Guinness World Record for the largest number of displayed wind chimes. Ten thousand wind chimes created a cool, ringing sound across the venue. Many food stalls line the site, and a special stage features guests selected each year to match the festival’s concept. [Iijima Town Rice Bale Marathon] In this rice-producing town, a marathon carrying rice bales is held. The 2023 event marked the 11th running and, as usual, registration fills up immediately when applications open, making it a very popular event. ◇◇Recommended information about Iijima Town, Nagano Prefecture Iijima Town offers stunning natural beauty, a rich history, and warm local events that make it an appealing destination. Please come and enjoy a relaxing time in Iijima Town. We will continue to share tourism information about Iijima Town on this account, so please follow us.

GANKE FES ’24 Confirmed! Ganke rises on the lakeshore of Kuttari Lake, a place where Ainu myths endure. We are excited to announce GANKE FES ’24, set against this spectacular location. Date Saturday, July 6th, 2024 GANKE FES is a festival themed around “sway, dance, play, feel,” offering a variety of experiences including music, art, food, activities, a market, camping, and sauna. Enjoy Hokkaido-style music in multiple settings—on canoes, under shady lawns, or beneath the stars—at GANKE FES. Discounted tickets for local residents are on sale at Shintoku Town Community Center! Hours Weekdays from 8:30 to 17:15 Closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays.

Mount Isehara Market is on! The event will proceed in light rain and be canceled in severe weather. Sunday, May 26, 2024, 10:00 AM–3:00 PM Venue: Isehara City General Sports Park (free admission) From Isehara Station North Exit, take bus platform 3 bound for Nanasawa and get off at "Sogo Undo Koen" (General Sports Park) *Crowds are expected, so please use public transportation when you can. A wide variety of booths will line the venue. A performance stage sits at the center of the grounds. Food tents and kitchen cars will be on site. Local vegetables will also be on sale. You can savor the best of Isehara!! Bring your family and friends and come join us.

With the aim of regional revitalization, promotion of recognition, and expansion of consumption by Tomi Wine, which leads the Chikuma River Wine Valley, we will invite visitors from the Tokyo metropolitan area and all over the country to hold a wine festival outdoors in May with a new look from every year autumn. This year, the event will be held for two days, and will also sell limited edition wines that assemble mix and harmonize grapes from each producer in the city, and to convey the charm of delicious food in the region. I hope you all enjoy it. Name: Tomi Wine Festa 2024 - Assemblage Date and time: May 11 Sat and 12 Sun held for 2 days in Reiwa 6 　　　11:00~16:00 on both days Implementation in case of rain Location: JA Shinshu Ueda Tomi Branch La Vérité Parking Lot 63-4 Tanaka, Tomi City, Nagano Prefecture 　　　Shinano Railway About a 5-minute walk from Tanaka Station Participation fee: Free for everyone Bring your own wine glasses 　　　* All drinks and food Will be sold charged. Wine glasses with participating winery logos 2024 limited sale 700 yen will end as soon as they run out Organizer: Tomi Wine Club wineries in the city, wine grape producers, wine support group Supported by: Tomi City Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Shinshu Toumi Tourism Association, Nagano Wine Association Sponsor: Tomi City, each company Cooperation: 82 Bank Tanaka Branch, JA Shinshu Ueda Tomi Branch Vendors: Wineries, wine grape producers, local restaurants, etc.

HELLO VIEWERS OF COOL JAPAN VIDEOS! This is the Shinshu Toumi Tourism Association. Tomi City, Nagano Prefecture is a city in the eastern part of Nagano Prefecture. Surrounded by the Asama mountain range of Joshinetsu Kogen National Park to the north and Tateshina and Yatsugatake to the south, it is an area rich in Rich in nature, with more than half of the city being mountain forests and one-fourth being fields. The city was created in 2002 by the merger of Higashimomachi and Kitamomaki Village, and became "Tomi City" by taking one letter each of the Omi of Higashimomachi "east" and Kitamomaki Village. There is the Joshinetsu Expressway "Tobu Yunomaru Interchange" and the Shinano Railway "Tanaka Station" and "Shigeno Station", and it is about 2 hours from Central Tokyo and about 1 hour from Nagano City and Matsumoto City. ==Recommended sightseeing spots in Tomi City, Nagano Prefecture== ・Unno Yado Opened in 1625 as a Shukuba-juku on the Kitakuni Highway, it is a tourist destination that still retains its original appearance. You can feel as if you have traveled back in time to the Edo period. ・Myojin Pond It is a pond built in the Edo period, and it is Maintenance as an Art Village Park centered on the pond, and you can see the beautiful scenery of the four seasons such as New green and autumn leaves in the Satoyama. There are facilities in the park such as the Umeno Memorial Picture Gallery and the Fureaikan. ・Unnojyuku History and Folklore Museum The building built around 1790 in the Edo period is still used as a Documents Museum. The climate, history, and documents of Unno Yado are on display ・Roadside Station Raiden Walnut Village At the Roadside Station at the entrance to Yunomaru Highland, you can enjoy a meal that makes use of hand-made soba "Inutate Soba" and local ingredients at the restaurant. Local agricultural products and specialty products are lined up, so it is also recommended to buy Souvenirs for sightseeing in Tomi City. ・Yunomaru Ski Resort It is the closest powder snow ski resort to Central Tokyo, and the six slopes can be enjoyed by beginners and advanced skiers. The business period is from late November to early April every year. ・Yunomaru Plateau It is a plateau located on the west side of the Asama mountain ranges, and the Renge azalea of Azalea Plain is also designated as a national natural monument. Every year, when the Renge azalea is in full bloom, the "Yunomaru Kogen Azalea Festival" is held. ・Yurakuchi-kan Wine & Beer Museum It is a facility where you can experience Tomi Wine, such as an exhibition room that introduces the history of Tomi Wine, winery Information in Tomi City, grape cultivation amount, etc., and a tasting area and wine sales centered on Tomi City wine. A wine concierge is also available, so be sure to find your favorite wine. ==Specialty products and gourmet foods of Tomi City, Nagano Prefecture== Kyoho grapes, walnuts, sweet corn, Shirado potatoes, and broccoli are specialty products of Tomi City, Nagano Prefecture. These specialty products are also popular as thank-you gifts for roadside stations and Furusato Nozei tax payments. In addition, wineries are being born one after another in Tomi City, and wine taxis are also operated to visit wineries in the city. ==Events and festivals in Tomi City, Nagano Prefecture== ・Raiden Festival It is a major summer event in Tomi City held at Tanaka Shopping Street, and there are performances and dances on stage, and many Kitchen Cars are lined up in the shopping street. At the climax, the festivals are enlivened by a dance parade. ・Unno Yado Fureai Festival It is a festival held every November at Uminojuku, Old Kitakuni Highway, Unno Juku, and a procession dressed in Edo period costumes parades through the city. The buildings and gardens of Unno Yado, which you cannot usually see, will be opened. ==Agricultural experience in Tomi City, Nagano Prefecture== The idyllic atmosphere of Tomi City, with its fields spread all around, is difficult to enjoy in the Central Tokyo. There is also a travel plan where you can enjoy farming experience while interacting with the warm and friendly people of Tomi City. Even if you visit sightseeing for the first time in Tomi, the local staff will support you so that you can participate with peace of mind. Agricultural experience plans include "Rice cultivation", "Apple cultivation", "Corn harvesting experience", and "Traditional Japanese straw raincoat harvesting experience". ==Recommended Information for Tomi City, Nagano Prefecture== The Nature of the Tomi City and the atmosphere of the historic city Fascination those who visit. Please feel the charm of Tomi City firsthand. COOL JAPAN VIDEOS will provide recommended Information that will help you plan your trip to Tomi City.

【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!

10th Anniversary Isehara Artistic Fireworks Festival – Held in light rain; postponed in severe weather Saturday, May 18 – Held at the open field of Isehara City General Sports Park Gates open: 14:00 Fireworks launch: around 19:30 Only ticket holders may enter the open field at the General Sports Park. No free viewing areas are provided. Various sponsored tickets are on sale through Ticket Pia and other outlets. Experience the moving and memorable, creativity-filled “artistic” fireworks, including the fully synchronized music-and-fireworks “melody fireworks.” Please enjoy these features. Details: Isehara Artistic Fireworks Festival website Organizing Committee Mobile: 050-6878-1286

The 16th Rotary Fureai Festival Saturday, May 18th, 10:00–15:00 (postponed to a rainy day) At the rotary outside the south exit of Aiko-Ishida Station on the Odakyu Line The event is held to promote communication among local residents and to stimulate commerce and industry Please enjoy various stalls and stage attractions Inquiries: Naruse Revitalization Committee Tel. 0463-94-5955

The 33rd Park Greening Festival At the central plaza, Hawaiian music and the Soran dance will be performed, making this a popular event where people can grow closer to greenery and appreciate the importance of nature! Saturday, May 11, 2024 — 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM Sunday, May 12, 2024 — 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Isehara City General Sports Park (Nishitomioka 320) * Green flea market * Craft workshop using thinned wood * Distribution of saplings of the resilient sunflower and bellflower seedlings, among other offerings Concurrent events * Recycling Exhibition (Contact: Cleaning and Recycling Division 0463-94-7502) Sales of about 300 pieces of furniture repaired by the Silver Human Resources Center from items collected by the city as bulky waste, among other items * Isehara Environmental Exhibition (Contact: Environmental Measures Division 0463-94-4737) Electric vehicle test drives and eco-driving diagnostics (advance registration accepted from April 15) Hands-on craft experience corners Quiz rally (prizes available), among other activities Note: until 3:00 PM on both days * Everyday Life Exhibition (Contact: Human Rights and Public Relations Consultation Division 0463-94-4717) Panel exhibition on fraudulent business practices Distribution of educational materials to prevent consumer troubles, among other offerings Note: Saturday, May 11 only * New Physical Fitness Test (Contact: Sports Division 0463-94-4628) Measurements of grip strength, seated forward bend, sit-ups and other tests for adults Note: Sunday, May 12 — 10:00 AM to noon and 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM ⁂ Inquiries ⁂ Midori Park Division 0463-94-4759

Would you like to become a Yomitanson resident for a little while? This tour includes an entry pass to the 40th Yomitan Village Haarii Tournament!! Through Yomitan Village’s Haarii, a long-standing ritual praying for safe voyages and abundant catches, why not try being a “Yomitanson resident” for a short time? Experience 1: (Dinner with Yomitanson residents) Let’s celebrate your mini relocation! Raise awamori and shout “Karii!” (Cheers!) Experience 2: (Yomitan Village Haarii Tournament) A community event with Yomitanson residents! Row the haruusen (dragon boat) in unison!! ※When applying, we will ask whether you wish to participate in the Haarii tournament ※For safety and tournament management, participants must be junior high school age or older Experience 3: (Beach BBQ After the Haarii tournament, a beach BBQ is a classic!! Enjoy a pleasant time on a beautiful beach...! During your stay you can also enjoy the Uta no Hi Concert in Yomitan and, as an option, an Okinawan crafts experience!! Why not take this chance to fully enjoy Yomitan Village? ※You must apply separately for the Uta no Hi Concert in Yomitan ※The Okinawan crafts experience requires an additional fee (About the Okinawan crafts experience) Choose from Ryukyu glass making, sanshin (three-stringed instrument) experience, or yachimun (pottery) making. Each experience lasts about one hour. Tour overview Dates: Saturday, June 29, 2024 – Monday, July 1, 2024, 2 nights, 3 days Price: 39,800 yen per person (based on 2–3 people per room) Meeting point: 1020-1 Takashiro, Yomitan Village, Nakagami District, Okinawa Prefecture, Hotel Murasakimura For more information, contact the Yomitan Village Tourism Association. 098-958-6494

The cherry blossoms at Midorigaoka Park are in full bloom! On Sunday, May 5th, the “Midorigaoka Park Festival,” a celebration that lets you feel the arrival of spring in Tomakomai, will take place.✨ Date and time: Sunday, May 5, 2024 — canceled in case of rain Location: Around Kintaro Pond at Midorigaoka Park (Shimizu-cho 3, Tomakomai)

A Golden Week event is being held at the Shintoku Shrine grounds from today through the 5th, every day from 10:00 to 15:00, where petals and leaves of cherry trees mingle. Near the shrine, yellow forsythia, dandelions, and white plum blossoms are in bloom, bringing smiles to visitors.

[Notice about the Forest Park] Reopened on Monday, April 29th, here is information about the park’s playground equipment! —NEW— ★ Bouldering Climb all over the stage wall! Use is free. Shoe rental costs 100 yen. ★ Inflatable Dome This is also free to use. Lie back and feel the soft, pristine dome with your whole body! ※Open from 9:00 to 16:30 In addition to the newly installed equipment, we offer the northernmost batting center, go-karts, and other attractions that provide a break and fun for families. A paid campsite is scheduled to open in early June. ※500 yen per night Please enjoy Nishiokoppe to the fullest. #Nishiokoppe Village #Forest Park #Campsite #BBQ House #Reopened #Golden Week #Events available

This is the Shinshu Nagawacho Tourism Association. Nice to meet you! Nagawacho, Nagano Prefecture, lies in central Nagano with abundant nature and a living history. ◇ History of Nagawacho, Nagano Prefecture When the Nakasendo route linking Edo and Kyoto ran through the area in the Edo period, Nagawacho hosted two post towns, Nagakubo-juku and Wada-juku, whose traces remain as tourist spots today. ・Nakasendo: 28th Station Wada-juku Located at the foot of Wada Pass, a difficult section with about an 800-meter elevation change on the Nakasendo, many travelers rested and restored their energy here. The nationally designated historic sites Wada-juku Main Camp, Rekishi no Michi Shiryokan Kawachiya, and Daikokuya stand side by side, letting you feel the atmosphere of the Edo period. ・Nakasendo: 17th Station Nagakubo-juku In the Edo period there were 43 inns, making it the second largest of the 26 post towns in Shinano. Hoshikuso Pass in Nagawacho, Nagano Prefecture, has been a source of obsidian for ages, and many people lived there. Hard, easily worked obsidian served as material for stone tools for some 30,000 years. ◇ Attractions in Nagawacho, Nagano Prefecture◇ ・Utsukushigahara Highlands This lava plateau centers on Mt. Ogatou at 2,034 meters and offers sweeping views of Mount Fuji, Yatsugatake, and the Northern Alps. You can also see peaceful scenes of cows grazing on Utsukushigahara. The evacuation tower called the Tower of Beauty, placed in the highlands' center to ring a bell and protect climbers when fog forms, has become a symbol of Utsukushigahara. ・Roadside Station Marumero No Eki Nagato A recommended spot for buying souvenirs, offering fresh local vegetables and specialties. In June 2020 a direct-sales shop with an Edo-period–style exterior, Marche Kokuyo, opened. ・Kokuyo Water Near the tollgate of the Wada Pass toll road, the famous water plaza springs from bedrock filtered through obsidian. It is listed among Shinshu’s 37 Famous Waters. ・Nagato Hot Spring Yasuragi no Yu This day‑use hot spring facility adjacent to Roadside Station Marumero No Eki Nagato features a sodium sulfate spring, one of Japan’s three renowned “beauty” spring types. There is an open‑air bath and a source‑flowing “kama bath.” ・Wadashuku Onsen Fureai no Yu A day‑use hot spring located within the vast sports park Yuyu Park. The spring quality is calcium–sodium sulfate. From the azumaya‑style open‑air bath you can enjoy seasonal scenery. ・Obsidian Experience Museum Excavation results are presented clearly through actual stone tools, animations, and models. ・Hoshikuso-kan Obsidian Mine Exhibition Room Projection mapping directly onto strata illustrates Jomon‑period obsidian mining revealed by excavations, making the process easy to understand. ※Visitors must register at the Obsidian Experience Museum before entering. ・Blanche Takayama Ski Resort A skier‑only resort boasting an 80% clear‑sky rate. With a variety of runs, it’s a ski area families can enjoy. ※The 2023–2024 season ended on March 31. ◇ Events in Nagawacho, Nagano Prefecture◇ ・Otaya Festival An annual festival held around January at Furumachi Toyoke Grand Shrine. Five floats are dedicated within the town. ・Wada-juku Post Town Festival A festival during the Obon period that recreates the history and culture of Wada-juku, drawing many visitors. At night lanterns light the post town. ◇ Local specialties and products of Nagawacho, Nagano Prefecture Local specialties include Dattan‑soba and deep‑fried rainbow trout. These products, nurtured by Nagawacho’s rich nature, delight many visitors with their fresh flavors. ◇ Enjoy your visit to Nagawacho, Nagano Prefecture Nagawacho welcomes you with abundant nature and streets where the atmosphere of the Edo period remains. We will share recommended information to help you fully enjoy your trip to Nagawacho, Nagano Prefecture, so please follow us. We sincerely look forward to your visit.