NHK General TV’s asaichi morning show broadcast live from the rock terrace at Kawayu Onsen in Teshikaga. During filming in subzero temperatures, an accident caused a hot spring egg to freeze 👀🥚❄️ — everyone in the studio still looked happy and seemed to enjoy it ✨

The annual Jomon Snow Festival, a fixture during the Sapporo Snow Festival, will take place for two days on Sunday, February 8 and Monday, February 9 at Sapporo-Chika-Ho Kita 3 Jo Intersection Plaza (West). Although from a different era, Engaru Town has been invited to participate. Engaru Town’s booth will be packed with activities, including a badge-making experience in collaboration with the characters from the national treasure "Shirataki Site Group artifacts"—Ishi no Takara-kun and Kakkū—an hour-specified survey that lets you try a gacha for a chance to win novelty items, and sales of original coffee beans in national-treasure-character packaging along with character goods. Of course, the event is full of attractions that Jomon enthusiasts will love. Whether you love the Jomon period or the Stone Age, everyone is welcome—please come and join us!!

Kneeling quietly against a deep black background. With closed eyes, what is on their mind? All that remains in the darkness is emotion. #Portrait #Art Photography #Expressive Photography #Photography of Japan #Cool Japan You may use this as-is for Cool Japan. Shall we go for the next one?

The date for the 38th Mihama – Hiroshi Itsuki Hometown Marathon has been set for Sunday, May 10, 2026! The entry period runs from Friday, January 23, 2026 to Sunday, March 15, 2026, and entries can be made via RUNNET. Come run along Mihama’s scenic coastline with us! https://runnet.jp/entry/runtes/user/pc/competitionDetailAction.do?raceId=384754&div=1&fbclid=IwY2xjawPehm9leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEedoA4TNSq52SiHq1HQuIK2-sJQ59q-7W5z3yN16pmOl0lkanB1N5Stz8iZGQ_aem_M8l00ZEtb8aJGkY8PyQd6Q...

"Koshino Narcissus Festival" and "Aranami Festa" We regret to inform you that the "Koshino Narcissus Festival," which was scheduled for Saturday, January 24 and Sunday, January 25, has been cancelled due to heavy snowfall. As for the "Aranami Festa" on Saturday, January 31 and Sunday, February 1, it is currently planned to proceed as scheduled. Thank you for your understanding.

HIPPO to MOCA Valentine Chocolates Reservations Now Open! We are HIPPO to MOCA, a chocolate and rice-flour chiffon cake shop in Sakai. Announcement: HIPPO to MOCA Valentine Chocolate Reservations Now Open We offer a wide selection of chocolates perfect as Valentine’s gifts or treats for yourself, including bonbon chocolates made with ingredients tied to Sakai, smooth melt-in-your-mouth nama chocolate, candied orange peel, and simple chocolate pieces. [How to Reserve] Instagram DM, in-store, or by phone (business days only) [Pickup Period] February 1 (Saturday) – February 14 (Friday) ※Closed: February 3, 4, 5, and 10 For details, please check HIPPO to MOCA’s Instagram (@hippotomoca). 🔗 https://www.instagram.com/hippotomoca...

Today in Taiki Town It’s another clear, sunny day! The Hidaka Mountain Range under Tokachi’s winter blue sky is more beautiful than any photo can convey.

🌼We have updated the daffodil bloom report🌼 The daffodils at Cape Tsumeki are at their peak✨ Every area is at its best for photos right now📸🤍 Come smell the soft scent of daffodils and enjoy an early taste of spring🌸 https://www.shimoda-city.info/post/20260122...

Snow fell on the Boso Peninsula last night, and even in the snow the plum blossoms have started to bloom.

Photographed on January 19, 2014. This is chai from CAFE MATHILDA.

I went to the Okhotsk Fair! January 14 (Wednesday)–15 (Thursday) I visited the Okhotsk Fair held in the underground pedestrian space Chi-Ka-Ho that connects Sapporo Station and Odori Station! From Nishiokoppe Village, Milk Design Co., which processes grass-fed milk produced in the village, had a booth. They sold milk, yogurt, drinkable yogurt, butter, mozzarella cheese, and string cheese, and gratefully sold out🙌 People who work nearby stopped by during lunch breaks or on their way home, and tourists walking through Chi-Ka-Ho showed interest. I was very happy that people living outside Hokkaido and visitors from abroad picked up Nishiokoppe Village’s specialty products. Our booth was along the walkway, so we only caught a glimpse of the stage, but there were quizzes and PR times from each town, appearances by local mascots, and a performance by laufen, an ambassador for Okhotsk tourism! I enjoyed two days of mingling with other vendors active in the Okhotsk area. Little Setoushi-kun was delighted to take two-shot photos with Okebanbaku-kun and Tsukutsuku Okhotsukun. #Okhotsk #Okhotsk Fair #Milk Design #grass-fed milk #dairy products #Chi-Ka-Ho #underground pedestrian space #delicious

Winter camellias and the star trail I spun the stars for about an hour Shooting outdoors in winter is cold, but the air is clear and the stars look beautiful The bright glow below is the city lights of Tanabe City

Photographed on January 19, 2014. This is the bacon and egg pancake from CAFE Mathilda. It’s close to Hon-Kawagoe PePe, so I often went there during breaks. 😊

In 1634, Kyokugaki Heikuro galloped up the stone steps on horseback, presented a plum branch to Tokugawa Iemitsu, and was praised as Japan’s greatest equestrian master. Wishing to share the luck of the Year of the Horse, he climbed the success steps.🐎

A hotel that blends with nature across a vast estate. Surrounded by seasonal scenery, step outside the building and a gentle sense of time awaits. At Kussharo Prince Hotel, take a moment to leave everyday life behind. Winter operating period Monday, January 19th, 2026 – Saturday, March 7th, 2026 📍Kussharo Prince Hotel https://www.instagram.com/kussharo_ph/...

We offer a variety of course meals to suit different occasions. À la carte options are also available on the day. Dinner Courses (reservations required) Choose from six sets: ・Western set meal ・Western course (2 varieties) ・Japanese set meal ・Japanese kaiseki-style meal (2 varieties) 📍Kushiro Prince Hotel https://www.instagram.com/kushiroprincehotel/...

Yokohama Noge The beauty of lowered eyes quietly leaves an impression in this shot. I captured the moment when the air slowly shifts from winter to spring. If expressed in color, it feels almost white. photo yutti model SAGI #portrait #artphotography #japanesephotography #seasonalchange #cooljapan

I will be on winter break until my transfer. Today I am strolling around Tokyo. I visited Tokyo Daijingu Shrine to see the hanachozu (flower-filled water basin). It was around 7:30 in the morning on the shrine grounds.

Sunset in Kushiro! It was dazzling✨ 16:13 from the Earthquake-resistant quay

Roadside Station Mashu Onsen Roadside Station Mashu Onsen sits in Teshikaga. You can enjoy tasty food, local souvenirs, a footbath, and a dog run area, among many other offerings 🐶❣️ It can serve as a convenient base for exploring the Teshikaga area. Some products are available only here, so be sure to check them out on site‼︎🚙💨♨️

A nesting burrow for Pirika

Warm comfort food! Introducing the local dish obukko✨ Obukko is a hearty country-style miso simmered udon packed with vegetables. Also called “bukkomi,” “buchikomi,” or “obukko,” its name is said to come from the practice of tossing whatever seasonal vegetables you have into the pot. This regional stew features Shinshu miso broth with flat noodles, roughly cut daikon, carrots, green onions, pork, dried tofu, fried tofu pockets, and plenty of seasonal vegetables in a simmered udon style. 【Obukko Shops】 1) “Yakimochi-ya” A thatched-roof accommodation experience where you can enjoy traditional flavors like yakimochi and obukko. At the hearth you can try making “ha-yakimochi” (ash-grilled rice cakes). The facility also has a hot spring, offering a peaceful rural getaway surrounded by nature. Day-trip hot spring bathing is available. 【Address】5286 Nakajo Kusakano, Nagano City 【Phone】026-267-2641 【Hours】Meals 11:00–14:00 【Closed】Open daily 【Price】Obukko 980 yen (tax included) 2) Roadside Station Nakajo This roadside station features a dining area where you can enjoy obukko, a shop selling fresh vegetables, fruits, and local specialty foods, and it’s a great stop on a drive. Relax and refresh as you take in the rural scenery, views of the Northern Alps, and the seasonal faces of Mt. Mushikura, one of Shinshu’s 100 famous mountains. 【Address】1704 Nakajo Sumiyoshiki, Nagano City 【Phone】026-267-2188 【Hours】 ・Dining spot Mamettai 10:00–16:00 (light meals only from 14:30–16:00) ・Shop 9:00–17:00 【Closed】Open daily 【Price】Roadside Station Nakajo Obukko 980 yen (tax included) #gourmet #obukko #Roadside Station #Nagano City #Nagano Prefecture #Nagano Sightseeing #Nagano Travel #nagano #naganocity

A time-traveling SUP experience tour KUSHIRO// January 16, 10:00 AM A winter-only SUP tour on the Kushiro River took place ☺️ The temperature that day was -7°C. With instructor support, we set off for the Kushiro River, where lotus leaf ice floats‼︎ I was a little scared and nervous at the start, but as I got used to it, it became more and more fun. I never imagined I’d be cutting through lotus leaf ice and SUPing in the middle of the Kushiro River ✨ It felt like a dream 🥹 Some people worry about the cold, but it’s not as cold as you’d think. You warm up as you paddle 😊 If you do fall in, rest assured you wear a drysuit and life jacket. They’re waterproof and keep you afloat right away 🛟 Kushiro River × SUP = a rare experience ✨ Open for participants until Saturday, January 24. We’re accepting sign-ups ☺ For details and to apply, follow the link in the comments!

Ski Area OPEN Miyanomori Ski Resort in Nishiokoppe Village opened on January 16! Operating days are planned through mid‑March, depending on snowmelt conditions. - Lift operating hours - Sundays and public holidays 10:30–17:00 (lunch break 12:00–13:00) Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays 13:30–20:30 (evening break 17:00–18:00) Wednesdays 17:30–20:30 (night skiing only) Tuesdays: closed - For inquiries, contact the Nishiokoppe Village Board of Education. TEL: 0158-87-2501 - The lifts at Nishiokoppe Village Ski Area use a relatively challenging style: hold the rope with your left hand and press a thin bar to your waist with your right hand while your skis remain on the ground. Children in elementary and junior high school quickly master it through ski classes. Lift rides are free. Some days offer night skiing, so come by after work. ⛷ Hotel Rimu offers day‑use baths. ♨ At the base of the ski area, Restaurant Ku‑raku serves meals, so you can grab a bite if you get peckish. 😋 #Ski area #Open #Ski #Night skiing

SL Winter Shitsugen Train trial ride‼︎// A trial ride for the SL Winter Shitsugen Train, which began operating on Saturday, January 17th, was held on the 14th～🚂Enjoy the unique sounds, vibrations and smells of the steam locomotive, the view of Kushiro Shitsugen sliding past the windows, and the train’s retro interior✨Use all your senses to take it in‼️If you’re lucky, you might spot wild animals🦌This experience is for tourists and local residents alike—come and feel the charm of the SL😊

Announcement NHK General TV’s Asaichi plans a live broadcast from the Bedrock Terrace at Kawayu Onsen in Teshikagacho. Date and Time Wednesday, January 21 — during the 9 a.m. hour The program will feature the new Kawayu Onsen spot “Bedrock Terrace,” where bedrock stretches from MtAtosanupuri, and local specialty products made using the hot springs. Please tune in. Note: The schedule may change due to breaking news or other circumstances.