HANABI Festival at Greenland!! ＼This spring’s HANABI Festival is back／ Enjoy fireworks lighting up the spring night sky✨ Of course, the attractions will run at full operation until 8:00 PM!! * Please note that some areas will be off-limits during the fireworks display. * Viewing is free (park admission required separately) Date: Saturday, March 29 * In case of severe weather, the event will be postponed to Sunday, March 30. Time: Fireworks start at 7:30 PM Opening hours: 9:30 AM–8:00 PM Recommended viewing spot: Pond Front Plaza For guests arriving by car If you come by car, please cooperate by refraining from parking on the street or leaving your vehicle in nearby facilities without permission. Greenland Midorigaoka, Arao City, Kumamoto Prefecture 864-0011 TEL: 0968-66-1112

Discover the charms of Arao City, Kumamoto Prefecture! Arao City, located in northern Kumamoto Prefecture on the border with Fukuoka Prefecture, is a captivating destination with the World Cultural Heritage site Manda Pit, beautiful nature, and leisure spots. Through Cool Japan videos, we will bring you plenty of information on Arao City’s sightseeing, gourmet food, and events! Stay tuned! ■■■Sightseeing spots in Arao City, Kumamoto Prefecture■■■ Arao offers many places to enjoy history, nature, and leisure. Be sure to visit. ◇Manda Pit (Manda-kō) This coal mine site flourished from the Meiji era through the Showa era and is part of the World Cultural Heritage “Sites of Japan’s Meiji Industrial Revolution.” With brick winding engine rooms and massive steel headframes, you can feel the power and history of the mines. ◇Greenland One of Kyushu’s largest amusement parks, Greenland features more than 70 attractions. It’s a top leisure spot where families and friends can spend the whole day. Fireworks are held several times a year, drawing large crowds. ◇Arao Tidal Flats (Arao Higata) This Ramsar-listed tidal flat is a precious habitat visited by many migratory birds. It’s perfect for birdwatching and leisurely walks. ◇Yotsuyama Shrine Yotsuyama Shrine has watched over Arao’s history and remains beloved by the local community. Many worshippers still visit; a grand torii welcomes visitors to a peaceful shrine atmosphere. ■■■Local specialties and gourmet food of Arao City, Kumamoto Prefecture■■■ Arao is full of local culinary delights to savor! ◇Arao Pears Known nationwide for their large size and rich sweetness, Arao pears offer a juicy, crisp texture. The new summer variety, Arao nashi, has attracted attention as a summer fruit. ◇Melon Bread Arao boasts many melon bread shops, including Fukuyama’s Melon Bread and Mankodo’s Melon Bread. ◇Kosen Dago A giant okonomiyaki exceeding 30 cm in diameter, this local favorite is loved by residents and tourists for its size and flavor. ◇Ojiro ware Ojiro ware is a representative Kyushu pottery fired for about 400 years on the northern slopes of Mount Odai. Its glazes blend deep indigo and blue with white slip, earning high artistic praise. ◇Arao Olive Olive cultivation is thriving, and locally produced olive oil is often used as a gift. ■■■Events in Arao City, Kumamoto Prefecture■■■ Arao hosts enjoyable events throughout the seasons! ◇Arao Night Market A summer festival held at Manda Pit, the night market gathers many gourmet food trucks and attracts large crowds each year. ◇Nobaru Hachimangu Annual Festival (Nobarasan) Affectionately called “Nobarasan” by locals, this festival preserves a traditional performance known as furyu that has been passed down orally for over 770 years. Furyu is designated an Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property, and in 2022 the furyu dance was inscribed on the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage list. ◇Yotsuyama Shrine Annual Festival (Kokunzosan) Local elementary and junior high school students perform miko dances such as Urayasu no Mai and Toyosakae no Mai. Climb the 311 steps that lead to the shrine to offer prayers and receive lucky coins, and enjoy the many stalls lining the path to Yotsuyama Shrine. ◇Majaku Fishing Tournament A signature Arao event, this unique tournament involves catching majaku (ghost shrimp) on the tidal flats—an authentic local experience. ◇Manda Pit Spring Festa A spring event held at Manda Pit featuring a variety of attractions. It’s popular with families and visitors. ■■■Hot springs and accommodation in Arao City, Kumamoto Prefecture■■■ Arao also offers relaxing hot springs and a range of accommodations. ◇Accommodation in Arao City The city has ample hotels that are convenient for both sightseeing and business. Some properties feature hot springs, perfect for unwinding after a day of travel. We will continue to share Arao City’s attractions through Cool Japan videos! Come and enjoy Arao’s history, nature, and gourmet food! #Kumamoto Prefecture #Arao City #Kumamoto tourism #World Cultural Heritage #Manda Pit #Greenland #Arao pears #Melon bread #coal mine

※ Emergency Bulletin!!! The National New Fireworks Competition will be relaunched!!! As currently planned, 1) Staggered event schedule ⇒ September 6, 13, 20, 27 (planned) · Held rain or shine (postponed for typhoons or disasters) 2) Tournament format: after preliminary rounds, the final championship will be decided (planned for October 26)！ 3) No paid box seats The exact launch times and other details will be decided in April by the newly formed executive committee. After that, we expect to provide everyone with more detailed information. Stay tuned!!! Be sure to make your plans and book your accommodation!!! ★ Breaking NEWS!!! The Zenkoku Shinsaku Fireworks Competition Tournament is coming back this autumn!!! For now, this is all the information we can share. 1. Staggered event schedule (instead of a single-day event) 2. Tournament style ⇒ Preliminary rounds on each Saturday in September: Sep 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th (plan) 3. No paid seats! You can watch for free!!! An executive committee will form in April. After that committee meets, we will provide more detailed information. Please look forward to it!!!

✨⛄ Let's ⛄✨ enjoy it in winter [Admission free] - Aibetsu Winter Festival 2025 Held in - ▶ Date: Sunday, February 16, 2025 (Reiwa 7) ▶ Time: 10 a.m. ~ 2 p.m. ▶ Place: Aibetsu Town Farming village park Enjoy winter activities such as snowmobiling, snow boating, snow Rafting, and snow slides ❄! In addition, there is also a Boarding experience of a working Car! Kitchen Car also visits, so you can enjoy 😋💕 delicious food Children up to junior high school age will receive free 🎁 cotton candy, popcorn, and sweets! In addition, there are fireworks 🎆🎆🎆 at night! Enjoy the gorgeous colors dancing in the winter night sky. Love another winter Events that you can enjoy all day long! Would you like to spend a fun day with your family and friends to blow away the cold? We look forward to seeing you there!

🎆 The 23rd Omachi Onsenkyo Yume Fireworks and Sound Festival 🎵 The annual “23rd Omachi Onsenkyo Yume Fireworks and Sound Festival 2025” returns this year✨ A festival of sound and light that fills the midwinter air of Omachi Onsenkyo 🎆 On Saturday nights throughout February 2025, enjoy powerful taiko drumming and dreamlike fireworks displays as the festival takes place again this year. On the opening night, Saturday, February 1, the traditional sankuro (dondoyaki) fire ritual will be held🔥 You can also enjoy stage performances by Tsugaru shamisen group Fuzoroi no Ringo-tachi and the Omachi Yabusame Taiko ensemble 😌 🎆 Omachi Onsenkyo Yume Fireworks and Sound Festival 🎵 https://kanko-omachi.gr.jp/event/90417/...

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.

Senninzuka Park Campsite ＼Campsite information for Iijimamachi, Nagano Prefecture／ This quiet campsite offers stunning, ever-changing views of the Central Alps reflected on the lake surface. Senninzuka Park is a nature park located in the Shichikubo district of Iijimamachi. In the Sengoku period there was a mountain castle called Kitayama Castle nearby. A legend says the castle fell to an Oda clan invasion and the soldiers who died there, along with their arms, were buried at this site. That is why the place came to be called Senninzuka, meaning "Thousand-Person Mound." Today you can enjoy cherry blossoms around Jōga Pond, an auto campsite, a mallet golf course, and different activities by season. Winter camping is also possible. Address: 3017-124 Shichikubo, Iijimamachi, Kamiina County, Nagano Prefecture Phone: 0265-86-6764 Closed: Tuesdays Website: https://www.senninzuka.site//

Nagawacho was formed in 2005 by the merger of Nagato Town and Wada Village. This year marks its 20th anniversary. History remains on the fire hydrants... Next week, on January 14th and 15th, the Furu-machi Toyouke Daijingu annual festival, the Otaya Festival, takes place in Nagawacho. On the 14th at 19:00, fireworks are scheduled. Winter fireworks are quite rare! Hope for good weather 🌞

["Togakushi Dondoyaki Festival" will be held in] Held in Togakushi Dondoyaki Festival on Saturday, January 18, 2025. The general public can also Fun the "Torch Procession", the performance of "Togakushi Drums", and the gorgeous "Snow Grand Fireworks Festival" that spreads out on the dark night of deep snow. Barrel sake, amazake, amulet mochi, and red and white mochi behavior! --- 《Held in date》 Saturday, January 18, 2025 19:30~21:00 《Venue》 Togakushi Ski Resort Naka Shrine Slope 《Schedule》 19:30~ Torch Procession Depart from Dosojin in the Naka Shrine district (opposite Togakushi SS at Yamaichiya Gas Station Co., Ltd.) 20:00 Torch procession arrival (Naka Shrine Slope) Yagura lighting, Togakushi Drums, Grand Fireworks Festival on the snow --- 【Organizer】 Togakushi Dondoyaki Festival Executive Committee 【Contact】 Togakushi Tourist Information Center TEL.026-254-2888 FAX.026-254-2678 ym

Nice to meet you all and welcome to COOL JAPAN VIDEOS! This is the Aso City Tourism Association in Kumamoto Prefecture. Best regards for introducing plenty of attractive information about Aso City in this Account. In this First Post, I would like to briefly introduce Aso City. ▶▶▶ What is Aso City, Kumamoto Prefecture? ◀◀◀ Aso City, Kumamoto Prefecture is located in the Northeastern region of Kumamoto Prefecture and is known for its active volcano "Aso Mountain" and its majestic Caldera topography, one of the one of the most in the world. With a population of about 23,000 (as of November 2024), it is a region with beautiful prairies that have been protected by people for generations for 13,000 years. It has a variety of attractions that Fascination the Visitors, including Five Peaks of Aso, Hot Spring, and landscapes registered as UNESCO Global Geoparks. ▶▶▶ Access ◀◀◀ to Aso City, Kumamoto Prefecture ◎ Kumamoto Station - Access by train to Aso City, Kumamoto Prefecture From Kumamoto Station to Aso City, it is convenient to Use the JR Hohi Main Line. Via Higo-Ozu Station, it takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes to reach Aso Station. There is also a limited express train Car "Trans-Kyushu Limited Express". In addition, there are plenty of buses and rental cars to Aso City, and Access to the surrounding Sightseeing spots is also good. ◎ Aso Kumamoto Airport - Access to Aso City, Kumamoto Prefecture by Car From Aso Kumamoto Airport to Aso City, it takes about 1 hour by car. Use a rental car or shuttle bus from the airport for smooth Access to Aso City and Sightseeing spots. At Aso Kumamoto Airport, a new Passenger terminal building will be opened in March 2023 that integrates domestic and international flights. ▶▶▶ Historical background ◀◀◀ of Aso City, Kumamoto Prefecture The history of Aso City is centered on the Agricultural culture that has benefited from Mt. Aso Mountain since ancient times. In particular, the grasslands of Aso are said to have existed since the Jomon period about 13,000 years ago, forming the beautiful landscape of present-day Aso. One of the world's one of the most Caldera, created by hundreds of thousands of years of volcanic activity, has become a symbol of the Aso UNESCO Geopark. ▶▶▶ Popular Sightseeing spots ◀◀◀ in Aso City, Kumamoto I would like to introduce some Sightseeing spots that represent Aso City. ◎ Nakadake Crater Nakadake Crater is a place where you can experience the power of volcanic activity up close, and you can observe plumes and volcanic rocks near the crater. You can have a valuable experience where you can directly feel the power of geothermal heat and volcanoes. Access is convenient because there is a Car road leading to just before the crater. ◎ Kusasenrigahama Kusasenrigahama, a vast grassland of 785,000 square meters or about 38 times the size of Tokyo Dome, is a spot where you can enjoy a magnificent view with the Five Peaks of Aso in the background. Grazing cows and horses can be seen grazing leisurely, and it is a healing place where you can feel the breath of nature. Walking trail is also Maintenance and popular with tourists. ◎Aso Shrine It is an ancient shrine with a history of more than 2,000 years, enshrining 12 family gods, including Kenban Ryumei, who pioneered Aso, and is revered as the best shrine in Higo Province, and there are 500 branch companies Located in nationwide. Six buildings, including the temple and the tower gate, are nationally designated important cultural properties, and the tower gate is said to be one of the "three major tower gates in Japan". ◎ Daikanbo Daikanbo is a superb view point overlooking the entire Aso Caldera. You can see the magnificent view of the Five Peaks of Aso as a "reclining Buddha", and the scenery woven by the Sunrise and sunset is especially exceptional. The Observation decks has Car parking lots, shops, and convenient Access. ◎ Kusasenri Observation Point Elevation 1,100 Meters, Kusasenri Observation Point overlooks Kusasenrigahama. If the weather is good, you can see the Ariake Sea and Mt. Unzen in the distance behind Mt. Kinbozan, and a spectacular 360-degree view Unfolds as far as the eye can see. ◎ Rice Mound Rice Mound, which is said to have been formed by an eruption about 3,300 years ago, is a beautiful cone-shaped volcanic hill about 80 meters high located within the Caldera of Mt. Aso Mountain. It has a beautiful shape characterized by a lush slope that looks like an upside-down dog with a large depression at the top, and you can enjoy the expression of the four seasons, with vivid fresh greenery from Spring to summer and golden pampas grass Unfolds in autumn. ◎ Tagoyama Forest Park Tagoyama Forest Park is an observation spot where you can overlook the Five Peaks of Aso and Aso Valley. Hiking and forest bathing can be enjoyed in the park where lush nature spreads. From the "Sorafune Pier" where the top of Mt. Tagoyama protrudes, you can also see the sea of clouds spreading all below. ◎ Hana Asobi (ASO MILK FACTORY) Hana Asobi is one of the largest English rose gardens in western Japan, with 4,500 roses of about 750 species. There is a restaurant, cheese workshop, café, souvenir shop and Strawberry picking, so the whole family can enjoy it. ◎ Roadside Station Aso Roadside Station Aso is a facility where Local Specialty products and Tourist Information are gathered. Fresh vegetables and Souvenirs are lined up, and many tourists visit it as a base point for traveling to Aso. Take a break from driving is also a great spot. ◎ Cuddly Dominion It is a theme park where you can meet bears and various animals from all over the world. Popular events include a show by Director Miyazawa, who is famous as an animal trainer, holding a bear cub that can only be experienced here in Kyushu, and a "petting Zone" where you can play with dogs and cats from around the world, alpacas and capybaras. ▶▶▶ Specialty products gourmet ◀◀◀ in Aso City, Kumamoto Prefecture ◎ Aso's Akaushi (Higo Akaushi) Aso's Akaushi beef is a brand of beef that is characterized by its lean meat, healthy and juicy taste. The high-quality meat grown in the grasslands of Aso is popular for steaks and yakiniku. ◎ Pickled mustard greens Aso's Specialties, Pickled mustard greens, are traditional pickles made from Takana grown in the Rich in nature environment of Aso. Ideal for accompaniment to rice and Ochazuke. ◎ soup It is a local cuisine of Aso, and is popular for its gentle flavor made with flattened or rolled Dango and vegetables from the earth's Traditional Japanese straw raincoat, seasoned with miso and soy sauce. ◎ Red pickled vegetables Red pickled vegetables are a traditional pickle that has been handed down to Aso along with pickled mustard greens, and it is a sweet and spicy pickle made with Aso's Local vegetables. Local people feel the visit of autumn by eating red pickled vegetables. ▶▶▶ Events and Festivals ◀◀◀ in Aso City, Kumamoto Prefecture ◎ Agricultural festivals in Aso It is an agricultural festival held mainly at Aso Shrine, Kunizukuri Shrine, Shimo Shrine, etc. It is a historic festivals designated as a nationally designated Important Intangible folk cultural property. ◎ Great Aso Fire Mountain Festival Great Aso Fire Mountain Festival is a popular Events that is Held in every August. Fireworks color the night sky of Aso, which is rich in rich in nature. Various events are held in at the Aso City General Center Multipurpose Plaza, the Events venue, and stalls are lined up. ▶▶▶ Tourist Information ◀◀◀ of Aso City, Kumamoto Prefecture Aso City, Kumamoto Prefecture is an attractive Sightseeing spot that combines magnificent Nature, history and culture. People fascinates visit the Caldera topography that spreads around the active volcano "Aso Mountain", the grassland culture that has lasted for more than 10,000 years, and the abundant Specialty products gourmet. We will continue to introduce recommendations of Aso City, so please follow us!

December 21 to 25 In Kamishihoro Town, Hokkaido Christmas Drone Show Held in. The ending is also fireworks Gari The venue was Gari excited.

A Winter Fantasy Shining with Enchantment — The annual Omachi Onsenkyo Dream Fireworks return this season! They will take place every Saturday in February this season as well. For details, please check the blog via the QR code♪ You can also find information on the event page of the profile website.

Yamaguchi Prefecture Sanyo Onoda City Hanyu Hanyu Port One of the autumn fireworks that launches a prayer for health A fireworks festival where all the small fishing ports come out to pray for good health, and celebration dream fireworks. The purpose is interesting.

Thank you for waiting! We are pleased to announce the dates for the 2025 Atami Bay Fireworks Festival. 2025 (Reiwa 7) Atami Bay Fireworks Festival Dates Spring: February 21 (Fri), March 23 (Sun), April 20 (Sun), April 28 (Mon) Summer: July 25 (Fri), August 5 (Tue), August 8 (Fri), August 18 (Mon), August 25 (Mon) Autumn: September 15 (Mon, national holiday), October 13 (Mon, national holiday), November 3 (Mon, national holiday) Winter: December 7 (Sun) Time: 8:20 PM–8:40 PM (July and August only: 8:15 PM–8:40 PM) Venue: Atami Bay ※Held rain or shine * The above dates and times are current as of October 29, 2024. They may change depending on future circumstances, so please check the latest information on the Atami City Tourism Association official site “Atami News” or by calling the number below. Inquiries: Atami City Tourism Association Tel: 0557-85-2222

Hello to everyone watching Cool Japan Video—nice to meet you! This is Ina Town Tourism Association. Ina Town, Kitaadachi District, Saitama Prefecture, sits in the central-eastern part of Saitama Prefecture and boasts a beautiful natural environment. Known as the Rose Town, it attracts many visitors to the prefecture’s largest rose garden. Leave the city’s noise behind and enjoy a leisurely pace—Cool Japan Video brings you recommended sightseeing information for Ina Town in Saitama Prefecture. Thank you for watching! [Access from Tokyo to Ina Town, Saitama Prefecture] ▼ By car From central Tokyo, you can reach Ina Town in Saitama Prefecture in about one hour via the Shuto Expressway or the Tohoku Expressway. ▼ By train Train access is also convenient. From Tokyo Station, take the Ueno-Tokyo Line and transfer at Oomiya Station to the NewShuttle. The NewShuttle runs directly to Uchijuku Station, and the trip takes about one hour. Buses also run from ageo station and lotus field station, providing access into Ina Town. [Rose Town, Ina Town, Saitama Prefecture] Ina Town in Saitama Prefecture is widely known as the Rose Town. The town’s Town Establishment Memorial Park, opened in 1972, contains the largest rose garden in Saitama Prefecture. Some 400 varieties and 5,000 rose bushes bloom in a riot of color, delighting visitors. You can see Ina Town’s original varieties, including Ina Hime, a charming pink climbing rose that continues blooming into autumn; Ina Rose, a deep crimson large-flowered rose whose shape becomes antique-like as it opens; and Ina no Tsuki, a pale yellow medium-flowered rose created to commemorate the town’s 50th anniversary. The best viewing seasons are early May to early June and late October to mid-November. Rose-themed events and festivals are also held, letting you fully enjoy the charm of roses. Ina Town is a member of the Rose City Conference, which includes 29 municipalities nationwide (as of May 2024). In 2024, the 33rd Rose City Conference in Ina was held on a grand scale, welcoming municipal leaders from across Japan. [Popular sightseeing spots in Ina Town, Saitama Prefecture] ▼ Around the Ina Clan Residence Site The Ina Clan Residence Site is the former estate of Ina Bizen-no-kami Tadayoshi, a retainer of Tokugawa Ieyasu who was active from the Sengoku Period into the early Edo Period. Tadayoshi earned Ieyasu’s deep trust and contributed to flood control, civil engineering, and new paddy development, using Ina as a base to help lay the foundations of the Edo Shogunate. Earthen ramparts, moats, and roads from that time still remain, and the residence is designated as a prefectural commemorative monument (historic site). ▼ Green Trust Conservation Area No. 13 “Musenyama – KDDI Forest” Musenyama – KDDI Forest is a conservation area with rich nature, featuring a native deciduous broad-leaved woodland centered on konara oak. It hosts the cherry festival, and many hanami visitors come during peak season. ▼ Cultural properties of Ina Town Ina Town is home to many cultural properties. Representative examples include nationally registered tangible cultural properties (buildings) such as Oshima Family Residence Main Building and Saito Family Residence Main Building; Saiko-ji Temple’s wooden seated Amida Nyorai statue, designated as a prefectural tangible cultural property (sculpture); and the Shiku no Mikoshi, a town-designated tangible folk cultural property. Thanks to local efforts, these items remain today and hold high historical value. They are scattered throughout the town, so visitors can enjoy historical exploration and cultural property tours. [Local specialties of Ina Town, Saitama Prefecture] ▼ Wine A recommended souvenir from Ina Town is wine made from 100% locally grown Kyoho grapes or pears. These wines feature rich flavor and aroma and pair well with meals. ▼ Sake Another specialty is sake. This sake uses 100% Saitama-brand rice from Ina Town called Sainokagayaki as the polishing rice, producing a concentrated, rich rice flavor. It is brewed at Shinkame Shuzo in Hasuda City, a brewer famous nationwide for producing only junmai sake. [Events and festivals in Ina Town, Saitama Prefecture] ▼ Cherry Festival A lesser-known but beloved cherry spot, the cherry avenue in Green Trust Conservation Area No. 13 hosts an annual festival. On festival weekends, farm produce direct sales and various events take place. This area is called Musenyama because it once stood where the antenna array of Kokusai Denshin Denwa Co., Ltd., the predecessor of KDDI, soared. Although there are relatively few cherry trees, about 200 meters of tunnel is formed by ancient cherry trees over 80 years old, creating a breathtaking sight for visitors. ▼ Rose Festival The Rose Festival, held in May during the peak rose season at Town Establishment Memorial Park, is one of Ina Town’s signature events. Tree roses, climbing roses, old roses, and English roses bloom in a rainbow of colors, filling the park with a sweet fragrance that delights visitors. On weekends, programs such as rose weddings and mini concerts add variety to the festival. ▼ Ina Festival Ina Festival, held every August at the Town Establishment Memorial Park, is a major summer event enjoyed by families and tourists. Traditional taiko drumming, bon odori dancing, food stalls showcasing local specialties, and stage events provide plenty of entertainment. The festival concludes with a vivid fireworks display. ▼ Autumn Rose Festival – Rose Festa – The Autumn Rose Festival – Rose Festa –, held in late October, lets visitors savor the beauty and scent of autumn roses. Though autumn roses tend to be smaller, their fragrance is said to be stronger. Like the spring Rose Festival, it features various rose-related events, local vegetable sales, food stalls and kitchen cars, and stage performances. [Tourist information for Ina Town, Saitama Prefecture] Ina Town in Saitama Prefecture is an attractive town with beautiful nature and a rich history. With good access from central Tokyo and a reputation as the Rose Town, we bring you plenty of recommended information about Ina Town’s history, nature, and more. We hope you enjoy it!

On October 14 and 19, we held the Atami Offshore Fireworks Festival! Thank you for attending. The next event is on Monday, November 4, 2024.

On Saturday, October 19, Fujikyu Marine Resort will operate a fireworks cruise for the first 100 guests to celebrate the Atami Sea Fireworks Festival. With no obstructing views and the unique experience of being on a boat, why not watch 3,000 fireworks light up Atami’s night sky? We look forward to welcoming you aboard. Date / Saturday, October 19, 2024 Time / Departing 19:50 – Fireworks viewing (20:20–20:40) – Scheduled return around 20:50 Boarding location / Atami Port (ticket window for Hatsushima departures) Fare / Adults ¥2,800; Children ¥1,400. One preschool child free per paying adult. Tickets / Limited to 100 people ● Advance phone reservation required (Please purchase your ticket at the day-of waiting area counter between 19:10 and 19:40.) Vessel in service / Ile de Vacances III *The event may be canceled due to weather or other circumstances. Thank you for your understanding. *Please fill out the boarding register. Reservations & Inquiries / Fujikyu Marine Resort Phone: 0557-81-0541

Matsue Water Township fireworks festival 🎆 I went there for the first time and it was 😍✨ insanely beautiful It's a fireworks festival that I want to go to again!

2024/08/24 Edogawa Fireworks Festival I headed to the venue from Asakusa, which was supposed to be nearby, an hour before the launch start time, but what a crowded yellowtail. I was in a hurry, but the Edogawa bank to the venue went on endlessly. When I was halfway through the program, I was finally able to sit down in the seat where I had bought a ticket. In the dark night sky, there are a hundred flowers of fire. The ephemeral light of a thousand purple crimsons, the ephemeral afterimages, and the memories that burn into the eyes. A distant summer day overlaps the back of an engrossed young child.

< the world's best fireworks> of small Town It was truly a different dimension of fireworks. One of the three major fireworks in Echigo, the fireworks in Katagai Towns continue in the form of "dedication" to Asahara Shrine, and it has become a famous traditional event known as "mountain fireworks". There is a shrine and stalls where you can enjoy an old-fashioned nostalgic day. 90% of all Dedication smoke fires are Jade, and the 4-shaku Jade, which will be launched at 10 p.m., is the largest fireworks in the world, with a launch altitude of about 800 meters and a flowering diameter of about 800 meters, and the diameter of this 4-shaku Jade is about 120 cm. It is so powerful that you feel as if it is raining down on your head. We hope you will join us.

Tone River fireworks festival 2024 The star mine of the feast by the four major fireworks masters is a masterpiece It was a fusion of beauty and delicacy. The 30,000 Tone River fireworks festival colored the screen up, down, left and right. Ibaraki Tone River fireworks festival 2024.9.14

Tone River Grand Fireworks Festival Fireworks are a traditional culture that Representatives Japan. It was the first time I went to this Tone River Grand Fireworks Festival, and the night sky was lit up by 30,000 flowers, one of the largest in Japan. Ibaraki Prefecture's proud fireworks masters, Yamazaki Smoke and Fire Factory, No Village fireworks Industry, Beniya Aoki Smoke and Fire Shop, and Margaux, the four major fireworks masters one of the best in Japan, performed gorgeously, and I am grateful and grateful that this scenery seen with Kan inn Castle was born in Japan.

Three-city joint fireworks festival 🎆 This year, the event was 🤤 held jointly by the three municipalities I was able 🤤 to see some nice fireworks at the end of summer

We went to the fireworks festival on the Tama River. The photo I took at the beginning was very beautiful.

It is a fireworks festival in Kameoka, Kyoto. The couple standing while everyone was sitting and watching. (It's a place where standing room doesn't bother you.)

Gamagori Festival It is one of the largest in the Pacific Coast, with a 3-foot-long Jade with a diameter of about 650 meters, and it is powerful fireworks festival

A photo at the Makuhari Fireworks Festival The fireworks that were launched with the opening signal shone in the still bright sky. The contrast with the sunset and the dark blue sky is beautiful, and it feels summery. I want to use it as a yukata pattern. The fireworks in the night sky are beautiful, but I like the fireworks that shine in the slightly bright sky.

These fireworks are definitely Mickey lol.

Asahibashi 🌉 I really like 🎇 the three large fireworks and the shadows of the three parents and children holding hands with the small children in front of the bridge

Nice to meet you all and welcome to COOL JAPAN VIDEOS! This is the Matsuura tourism and local products association. Matsuura City, Nagasaki, Matsuura City is a town surrounded by beautiful sea and nature on the Kitamatsuura Peninsula in the northern part of Nagasaki Prefecture. With a population of about 20,000 (as of 2024), it is an area where agriculture and fisheries are thriving that take advantage of abundant Fishery Resources and a warm climate. Matsuura City boasts the No.1 in Japan Landings of horse mackerel, and the Fried horse mackerel made with Fresh horse mackerel Landings Landings at the Local port is Famous nationwide and is known as the "Holy Land of Fried Horse Mackerel". In addition to fishing and agriculture, there are many attractive spots as Sightseeing spots, and you can enjoy the environment rich in Rich in nature. ◇◇Access to Matsuura City, Nagasaki, Matsuura City Fukuoka City - Access to Matsuura City, Nagasaki, Matsuura City Access from Fukuoka City to Matsuura City makes Car and Train Use easy to visit. 【Access by Car】 It takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes by car from Fukuoka City to Matsuura City. You can Use the Automobile West Kyushu Road and Fun a comfortable Drive while looking at the beautiful Coastline of Fukuoka, Saga, and Nagasaki. 【Access by train】 If you want to Use Train, take the JR train from Hakata Station to Arita Station, and from Arita Station, transfer to the Matsuura Railway Nishikyushu Line and arrive at Matsuura Station via MR Imari Station. Train travel time is about 2 hours and 35 minutes, and the scenic scenery Unfolds from the Car window. ◇◇What is Matsuura City, Nagasaki, Matsuura City? In Matsuura City, fishing and agriculture support the city's economy. In particular, the total amount of landings of horse mackerel and mackerel is one of the highest in Japan, and fried horse mackerel and mackerel dishes using these fish are a source of local pride. In addition, there are many Nature landscapes in the city, Unfolds Fascination Visitors. ◇◇Popular Sightseeing spots in Matsuura City, Nagasaki, Matsuura City Prefecture◇◇ There are There are many Rich in nature Sightseeing spot and Famous landmarks in the Matsuura City, but this time we would like to introduce some of the most popular Sightseeing spot! ・Osaki Beaches The Beaches is popular for its outstanding location with a white sand Coastline that stretches for about 150 meters. In addition to Bathing in the sea in the crystal clear sea, you can also enjoy marine sports such as windsurfing, canoeing, SUP, Barbecue, and camping, so you can enjoy your summer trip. ・Iroha Island Iroha Island is a general name for many Uninhabited islands in the eastern part of Imari Bay, and the name was given because the large number of islands is reminiscent of the 48 characters of "Iroha Niho Heohe...". You can enjoy the view from Daisen Park in Fukushima Town, and it is so beautiful that the legend that "Kobo Daishi threw a brush" remains. ・Doya Terraced Paddy Field Doya Terraced Paddy Field is a terraced rice field boasting beautiful scenery that has been chosen by 100 best terraced rice fields in Japan. You can enjoy the scenery of the four seasons, and especially during the rice planting season from April to May, many photography enthusiasts from all over the country visit to capture the spectacular scenery that shines on the Paddy Field and the sea surface, and the "Doya Terraced Paddy Field Fire Festival" that is Held in in October is a masterpiece. Farming villages Healing Visitors. ◇◇Roadside Station in Matsuura City, Nagasaki, Matsuura City Prefecture◇◇ Introducing Roadside Stations in Matsuura City that provide Specialty products and Tourist Information of Matsuura City. ・Roadside Station Takarajima (Takarajima) "Roadside Station Takarajima" is a Roadside Station at the foot of the Takarajima Hizen Bridge where you can buy Fresh seafood and Local Specialty products, and a tuna dismantling show is held on the second and fourth Saturday of every month. In addition, the location facing the sea allows you to take a break while enjoying the scenery around Takara Island. ・Matsuura Umi no Furusato-kan Inside the facility, the Products Museum features the Matsuura Fish Market and Fresh fish caught in the neighborhood. You can also enjoy a delicious lunch such as fried horse mackerel and yellowtail bowls made with local ingredients. ◇◇Specialty products of Matsuura City, Nagasaki, Matsuura City ◇◇ Matsuura City has many specialty products that take advantage of the rich nature and warm climate, and the following items are exquisite even for Gourmet Street. ・Earl's Melon The Earl's Melon is grown in a high-grade melon that is Matsuura City and Cultivated, and is grown in a luxurious Cultivation way, with only 1 ball per plant. There are that it is characterized by its sweetness and aroma, and is popular not only at Mass Merchandise Stores but also at Furusato Nozei. ・Toki Aji (Toki Aji) Toki Aji is a fresh horse mackerel weighing more than 100g that is caught in the waters of Goto and Tsushima from April to August, and its fatty meat is exquisite. Local recommend especially sashimi, grilled with salt, and fried horse mackerel. ・Toki mackerel (Toki mackerel) Toki mackerel is a fish that represents Matsuura City along with Toki Aji. Mackerel weighing more than 400g is caught in the Tsushima Strait from the Goto Sea from October to February, and its umami and fatty meat are delicious like no other. In addition to grilled Mackerel and Toki shime saba, luxurious Mackerel shabu is also popular There are in the Locals. ・Fried horse mackerel Matsuura City is known as the "Holy Land of Holy Land of Fried Horse Mackerel", and Fried horse mackerel made with fresh horse mackerel has an exquisite taste that is crispy on the outside and plump on the inside. It is served in many Shokudo and restaurants in the city and is loved by Locals and tourists alike. ◇◇Events and Festivals in Matsuura City, Nagasaki, Matsuura City ◇◇ Matsuura City Held in Festivals and Events throughout the year where you can feel the Local history and culture. ・Shisa Town Noryo Fireworks Festival The Shisa Town Noryo Fireworks Festival is a fireworks festival Held in on August 15 every year, and Spirit Boats Parade through the city with the sound of Matsuura Drums, and 1,000 fireworks color the night sky of Matsuura City at the climax. ・Matsuura Naval Festival Matsuura Naval Festival is a festival held at the end of October every year to convey the history of Matsuura City to the present. It is an all-citizens-participation Events to honor the Matsuura Party (Matsuura Water Army), which defended the Township from the invasion of the Yuan army, and a parade and powerful performances are presented. ◇◇Introducing Tourist Information of Matsuura City, Nagasaki, Matsuura City Prefecture◇◇ Matsuura City, Nagasaki, Matsuura City Prefecture is an attractive area with rich Nature, history, and seafood that Matsuura City is proud of. Please visit Matsuura City and experience its charm. COOL JAPAN VIDEOS will regularly Broadcasting recommendations that we couldn't introduce this time, so please Best regards!