Tadachi Waterfall Request for prohibition of entering the mountain Due to heavy snowfall, there is currently more than 50 cm of snow There are near Tadachi Waterfall. Please refrain from entering the mountain because there is a risk of slipping due to snow and Ands on the road to the Cars parking lot, and there is a risk of collapse and distress at the waterfall. * Scenes of the past.

Hello 😃 This is the main building of Yamanashi Wine Kingdom. Cold days continue, but the clear air here in Shosenkyo Gorge feels refreshing. Right now, beside the main building we are trying our hand at making “ice objects” that take advantage of this cold weather! After exploring the famous Senga Falls and the curious “Stone Gate” along the promenade further ahead — a rock that looks like it might stick together but doesn’t — be sure to take a look at the “ice objects.” Today we saw rainbows at both Senga Falls and the ice objects! When you visit, please dress warmly and enjoy your time♪

Hello! This is Genshosenkyo. Cold days continue, but the air is so clear that the rock faces along the promenade are fully visible, creating a breathtaking view. Around Senga Falls and along the river, the rocks are dusted in white ice, and the way the mountain stream rushes between those rocks is truly beautiful (sparkling). Fewer tourists visit in this season, so you can fully enjoy the great outdoors. If you listen closely, the sound of the wind, flowing water, and birdsong is deeply soothing. Our shop is the closest to the power spot Senga Falls.😃 After exploring Shosenkyo Gorge, please stop by Genshosenkyo to recharge your energy. We look forward to seeing you all❣️

\ [Reception closed] Orenji Olle ×Hikari no Township Accommodation Plan released! ／ On Sunday, February 16, 2025, the Orle Fair "#Orenji Olle 2025" will be Held in at the Izumi Course of Kyushu Olle. Accommodation at an inn with a Hot Spring and a tour to Visiting the site of the cranes taking off early in the morning was on sale. ／ ✨ Due to popular demand, we have prepared an additional plan for accommodation in the special project "#Hikari no Township"! ✨ ＼ Aroma and warmth of the cottage in front of the abundant large. Enjoy a delicious chef's omakase dinner in a luxurious space surrounded by a starry sky on a moonlit night. * The application for participation in Olle's Traditional Japanese straw raincoat has been closed because the capacity has been reached. ★ Hikari no Township Home Page ★ https://hikarinosato-genkou.com// ★ Hikari no Township Instagram★ https://www.instagram.com/hikarino.sato/... ★ Details, Application, Inquiries Izumi City Tourism Specialty Products Association https://izumi-kankou.main.jp/portfolio/stayplan2024_plan9/...

Hello to everyone watching Cool Japan Video! This is the Sakuho Town Tourism Association in Nagano Prefecture. Sakuho, Nagano Prefecture, lies toward the eastern side of Nagano in the central part of Japan, spread out on either side of the Chikuma River like a pair of outstretched wings. We will introduce many attractions and recommended spots in Sakuho, Nagano Prefecture, so please enjoy. - - - - - - - - - - - Recommended sightseeing spots in Sakuho, Nagano Prefecture - - - - - - - - - - - - ◆Shirakoma Pond Nestled in the vast primeval forest of Kita-Yatsugatake, this mystical lake glistens with clear water. It is the largest natural lake in Japan located above 2,100 meters. The trail to the pond winds through virgin forest of Kometsuga, spruce, and Shirabiso that have stood for centuries, while the forest floor is carpeted with moss as if a green rug has been spread across it. You can easily see alpine plants and the seasonal changes of wild nature here, and the area is also famous as a gateway for climbing and trekking the majestic Yatsugatake peaks. ◆Moss Forest The "Moss Forest," home to 519 species of moss. It was designated a "Precious Moss Forest of Japan" by the Bryological Society of Japan. Step into the woods and you will be struck by an expanse of blue-green moss stretching as far as the eye can see. Around Shirakoma Pond, ten individual forests have been named. Each has its own character and different moss varieties. Be sure to visit the mysterious Moss Forest of Kita-Yatsugatake. ◆Shirakaba Gunseichi (Birch Grove) Regarded as the most beautiful birch grove in Japan, Yachiho Kogen to the northeast sits on a plateau formed by volcanic activity. Some 500,000 birch trees grow across approximately 200 hectares. The tall, pale trunks stand in vertical rows with light green leaves, and the sound of the wind makes this a bright, pleasant forest. The area is also famous for large colonies of Rhododendron kaempferi, mitsuba azaleas, renge azalea, and Enkianthus perulatus, which contrast beautifully with the birch trees to create a rich white woodland. ◆Yachiho Highland Natural Garden Within the expansive grounds, stands of birch, larch, and mizunara oak form varied natural woodland, while clear streams, two waterfalls, and a wide variety of alpine plants change their displays with the seasons to welcome visitors gently. Three walking courses of different lengths are available, and you can enjoy refreshing strolls while listening to the songs of wild birds. ◆Yachiho Highland Arboretum The arboretum sits at an elevation of 1,600 meters. As you walk the highland you can observe natural birch groves, stands of sasa grass, and wildflowers up close. The trails pass streams, ponds, and waterfalls, offering scenes woven from pure water and plants, and you may also spot birds drawn to the water. ◆Komadeike Campground A well-located campground surrounded by what is said to be Japan’s most beautiful birch forest. Komadeike, the pond that serves as the campground’s symbol, reflects the blue sky and trees like a mirror on clear days, and its beauty is breathtaking. ◆◆Tourist information for Sakuho, Nagano Prefecture◆◆ Sakuho, Nagano Prefecture, is an attractive destination where Shinshu’s beautiful nature and traditions thrive. Cool Japan Video will bring you plenty of sightseeing information packed with the charms of Sakuho, Nagano Prefecture, so thank you for watching!

[❄️ Introducing Photos Submitted to Winter Gokase 2025 — Part 2 ❄️] Today we continue showcasing photos submitted to the Winter Gokase 2025 campaign, currently hosted on the Gokase Tourism Association’s Instagram account 🤩🎉 @moko.m This entry, like the others, captures everyday winter life in Gokase Town. Each warm photo seems to carry the cheerful voices of children, and viewing them brings joy 🥰✨ Thank you for your submission 👏 ------------------------------------------------------------------------- We have more submissions to share, so we’ll introduce them little by little 🤗 When submitting, a few people posted using the kanji “五ヶ瀬” for the title “Winter Gokase 2025.” We wondered if those were intended as entries, but please be careful when submitting in the future ⚠️ Use the hiragana “ごかせ”! The correct title is “Winter Gokase 2025” written as 「冬のGokase 2025」!! How to enter (Submission period — through February 28) Follow the Gokase Tourism Association on Instagram (@gokase_kanko), and post with the hashtags “#冬のごかせ2025” and a tag for the photo location (for example: #Unoko Falls) along with your photo 📸 ※Snow and icy roads can be hazardous. Ensure safety when shooting and take care to avoid accidents ⚠️

📍 Tsumago juku Souvenirs for your loved ones and memories of your trip. As a proof of your visit, you can buy local products and artists' items. Every time I look at it, it brings back memories, which is the charm of souvenirs. Now it is said that it is more about experience consumption than things, Cherish your heart's crush ... 💗💭

【Ice and Snow Light Festival 2025】 On Saturday, February 15th, the "Ice and Snow Light Festival" will be Held in in Tsumago juku again this year! About 600 ice candles are lit, and a fantastic scene different from the daytime Unfolds. This year, in addition to the store's night business hours, there will be a free service of pork soup and hot lemonade at the tourist Information Center, and the sale of fried chicken and pizza in front of There are Fureaikan! There will also be colorful ice art by the Tsumagoro Women's Club and an exhibition of ice by Local Sunan High School students. On that day, Nagiso Kanko Taxi is open until 20 o'clock. Enjoy the annual Festival! If you are a photographer, please 📸✨ apply for the Kiso Tourism Federation's photo contest Date: Saturday, February 15, 2025 Time: 17:30 Ignition Location: Nagiso Town, Tsumago juku (399-5302 Nagiso Town, Kiso-gun, Nagano Prefecture Azuma Tsumago juku)

📍 Tsumago juku The small New Year's decorations "Mayudama" and "Mochi Flower" were made! Vinca trees are decorated with eyebrows and kumquats, and bamboo is decorated with mochi flowers. We also received ♩ a large decoration in front of the Tsumago Tourist Information Center The decoration is scheduled to be until 2/2 of Setsubun. Enjoy ✨ the scenery of Tsumago juku unique to this time of year

【Ski Resort Photos】 Today in Gokase the sky is overcast☁️ and it’s been raining and snowing since morning, so it’s still cold🥶 By the way, Gokase Highland Ski Resort finally opened the Paradise Course for a 1,000 m run the other day⛷️✨ Unfortunately, only a 500 m run is available right now due to a lift malfunction, but repair work is underway, so please wait for its reopening 🥹🙏 I took some photos at the ski resort the other day, so I’ll share them here📸💫 The blue sky and pure white rime are incredibly beautiful😳 This season the ski resort’s conditions are excellent compared with usual years, so please come and visit Gokase Highland Ski Resort 🤗 Also, the Gokase Tourism Association is collecting winter photos of Gokase as “Winter in Gokase 2025” on its Instagram account❄️ Photos of the ski resort are welcome, and any snapshots of winter scenes are fine📸 For details, please see the pinned post on our profile🙏 We look forward to many submissions ✨

Winter Adventure 2025 “MOMBETSU” Wild Bird Paradise Lake Komuke / Komuke Native Flower Garden Snow Trekking Tour Located about 20 km from the center of Monbetsu City in the direction of Abashiri, the area around Lake Komuke and Komuke Native Flower Garden is a popular place where you can use the trailer House "Toromi Hut" where bird Information and information are posted in addition to bird watching, the "Sanmuro Banya" which was a accommodation and work hut for fishermen in the Showa era, and the campsite in the summer. Why don't you take a "snow trekking tour" to explore this field rich in rich in nature with a local expert guide? Coast with drift ice, birds flying freely on the frozen lake, animals imagined from footprints, Base point around the campsite, Activities where you can feel the charm of Lake Komke and the primeval flower garden, which is different from the green season. The winter-only sightseeing tour bus "Gari" will Pick up and drop off participants to the site. Fee It is also possible to Boarding from the bus terminal as well as from tourist facilities and hotels via the bus terminal. After the Activities Tour, you can visit the tourist facilities before returning to your hotel or bus terminal, so you can enjoy the charm of Monbetsu throughout the day Held in: March 1 (Sat), 2 (Sun), 8 (Sat), 9 (Sun) ★ For details and application, please visit the pamphlet or Home page 【Inquiry】 Mombetsu Tourist Information Center 〒094-0005 Hokkaido Monbetsu City Saiwai Town 5-24-1 Bus Terminal ■Operation manager: Tourism Business Division, Information Center　 （0158）24-3900　 info@mombetsu.net ■ Travel planning: Travel Center Tourism Agency Commissioner Registered Travel Agency No. 2070

Gokase Highland Ski Resort I climbed up to Gokase Highland Ski Resort today to shoot some material📸❄️ At 7:00 this morning the temperature was a whopping -14°C🤣 It was such an odd kind of cold that it made me laugh🤷‍♀️ lol That said, the slopes were in perfect condition ⛷️✨ The wind was light and the snow was powdery and dry 🤩 Local junior high students were here today as part of their school activities, and they were happily enjoying skiing and snowboarding 🥰 The view of the ski area under the blue sky is truly beautiful 🥹✨ It feels like another world, and staring at it makes you feel drawn in…😳 You can see the distant mountains stretching far away, and the view from Gokase Highland Ski Resort is exceptional 👏❗ Tomorrow, Saturday, January 11th, at 10:00 the long-awaited Paradise Course 1,000 m run finally opens 🤩 Can’t wait 💪 The Gokase Tourism Association is currently running the "Winter Gokase 2025" campaign on their Instagram account and collecting winter photos from the area 🤗 There are prizes, so when you visit the ski resort or travel there, please take lots of winter photos within safe limits and enter the contest 🙏✨ For details, see the post pinned to the Gokase Tourism Association Instagram profile page 💡

📍 Nakasendo This is ❄ the Scene of the Nakasendo of 2025.1.8 (馬籠峠~Tsumago) 1-3: Magoro Pass 4: Ichiseki Tochi Stand Tea House 5: Entrance to the pass 6-10: Male Waterfall Female Waterfall 11: Kooshinzuka-mae Thereare snow ❄ cover If you are walking on the Nakasendo Road, please prepare sufficient winter equipment such as snow boots, gloves, knitted hats, socks, etc. In particular, mountain passes, male waterfalls, and female waterfalls require caution of ⚠ snow and freezing

A view from Enzansou The first sunrise of the year with Mt. Fuji and the alpenglow on Mt. Tsubakuro Wishing everyone a wonderful year ahead

Happy New Year! Broadcasting and sharing Tourist Information of Nagiso Town again this year as well, so thank you for your ✨ support Today, new Spring wolf smoke was held in various parts of Kiso. Smoke is smoke that is raised high using firewood or gunpowder, and in the past, it was used as a signal or landmark during wartime / emergency. In other words, it was a means of transmitting Information. The New Spring Wolf Smoke Festival, Held in every year on January 4 in Kiso, began in 2007 with the call of the Tsumagoro Love Association to strengthen the sense of solidarity in Kiso Valley and revitalize Kiso. The photo shows a Scene at the Tsumagoro Ruins of the Castle in Nagiso Town, where the Cypress trees of the Kiso tree and the leaves of the Kouyamaki tree are burned to create 🌲 smoke This year, too, the smoke Gari vigorously rose under sunny skies. May 2025 be a happy year full of smiles... 🐍✨

Happy New Year 😄 This is Washaji, a local Kosh u dish. This year’s zodiac sign is the Snake 🐍 People believe carrying a snakeskin wallet or keeping a snake’s shed skin in your wallet brings better luck with money, and the white snake is especially thought to be auspicious for financial fortune. In this Year of the Snake, which is linked to good fortune, visiting Kanazakura Shrine for the first shrine visit of the year seems likely to boost your money luck even more! Our top recommendation is, without a doubt, unajuu (grilled eel over rice)! The unajuu made by our experienced chefs is truly delicious. If you enjoy fresh eel from the New Year onward, you’ll have plenty of stamina for the year—there’s no doubt you’ll stay energetic! Please be sure to visit our restaurant when you come to Shosenkyo Gorge.

📍 Tsumago juku (12/28 13:30) It's ⛄❄ piling up JR and buses are operating normally for now.

We will deliver Tourist Information of Nagiso Town! 📍 Kakizore Canyon (Oyster) It is said to be one of the most beautiful Valleys of Kisoji, and it is a scenic spot where the huge granite rocks that fill the deep valley weave beautiful waterfalls, streams, and abysses. The beautiful emerald green color of the water does not become turbid when it rains. You can also enjoy ✨ azaleas and rhododendrons in Spring, and Autumn leaves in autumn In general, from JR Jujikane Station, you can walk 4.5 km from JR Jujikane Station through the Nature Trail to Ushigataki Waterfall, and further down the forest road. For a stroll, we recommend the 300-meter promenade from the Koiji suspension bridge to Ushigataki Waterfall. The view of Ushigataki Waterfall, where the main stream of the Kakizore River falls through the granite, is spectacular. If you walk along the forest road for about 40 minutes, you will There are the exhilarating view from the Observation decks Kirigataki Waterfall, Nijiga Falls, and Thunder Falls. We ask for your cooperation in environmental maintenance costs. Located in at the entrance of Kakizore Canyon, please put it in the brown post. access ・ Car: About 10 minutes from the traffic light of National Route 19 "Kakizore Canyon entrance" There are 2 free parking lots Car ・JR: Get off at JR Nagiso Station and take a taxi for about 25 minutes Get off at JR Jujikane Station and walk for about 1 hour (taxis are not stationed) other ・ There is a flush toilet in each Car parking lot ・ There is a vending machine near the cars parking lot ・ Pamphlet (map) can be downloaded from the Official website of the Nagiso Tourism Association "Burari Nagiso" request ・ Camping, Barbecue, etc. are prohibited in Kakizore Canyon ・We ask for your cooperation in taking your trash home with you. ・Do not approach the river in rainy weather or when there is a lot of water ・ If you are playing in the river, please Enjoy it with due attention to safety

📍 Yogawa District Photos 1 and 2 show Yogawa's Scene ☀ this morning (12.24) With last night's snow, there There are a light snow on the roads and Yogawa Michi! If you are walking, please wear winter gear. The 3rd-5th picture is the morning ❄ of yesterday's wife basket There is no snow on Route 19. It was ❄ -1°C this morning If you are coming or going from the Achi and Iida areas, please be careful 🚗⚠ of snow and freezing on the Kiyonaiji Pass It's going ✨ to be nice weather today and tomorrow

We will deliver Tourist Information of Nagiso Town! Tenpaku azalea colony【Natural monument of the town】 A large communities of Mitsuba azaleas blooming in Tenpaku Park. There are about six types of 400 azalea plants growing in the azalea garden, and among them, Nagiso Mitsuba azaleas is a rare species 🌸 that can only be found in the vicinity of Nagiso Town as the name suggests The flowering status varies every year depending on the climate, but the best time to visit is usually around early ~ mid-April! There is a Takadai Tenpaku Park, the view of Momosuke Bridge and Kiso Komagatake is outstanding. At the entrance to the Nagiso Station side of the wooden suspension bridge "Momosuke Bridge" over the Kiso River in Tenpaku Park, the cherry blossoms are in Best time to visit around the same time (early April), so it is recommended! ► Access ・By Car: Just off Route 19. Tenpaku Park has free cars (about 30 cars) ・ Train: About 10 minutes on foot from JR Nagiso Station (close to Momosuke Bridge) ► Other ・ From the Car parking lot to the azalea garden, walk uphill for about 5 minutes. Please refrain from parking in front of the azalea garden as it will interfere with the passage of residents Car If you have a disability, please get off Car near the azalea garden and park your Car Car at the parking lot Car. ・ There are toilets and vending machines in Car parking lot There are. ・In the park, you can learn more about the history of Momosuke Bridge and its builder, Momosuke Fukuzawa, and the Fukuzawa Momosuke Memorial Hall and the Mountain History Museum. ・ Regarding the flowering status, please refer to the Home page of the Nagiso Tourism Association. Enjoy ✨ the sight of bright purple flowers blooming all over the park

In the town Notice of Winter Closed of some public toilets Closed public toilets and drinking fountains in some In the towns have been closed since Wednesday, December 11 to prevent freezing. Toilet Closed status at the place you are visiting is requested in advance. Closed period: Wednesday, December 11, 2024 ~ late March * It can also be Use in winter Toilet ・ Tsumago juku parking lot in Tsumago juku Car Toilet ・ Nakasendo Ichiishi Tochi Stand Tea House, Otsuma Basket, Shitaya / Kurashina Soreisha Toilet ・Midono juku Toilet ・ Kakizore Canyon parking lot Car Toilet (Koiji suspension bridge side)

【Tourist information for the year-end and New Year holidays】 Tourist information for the year-end and New Year holidays! Happy New Year 🐍✨ ► Information Center / Tourist Facilities Nagiso Tourism Association, Tsumago Tourist Information Center, Nagiso Station Sightseeing Information Center Closed from December 29 (Sun) ~ January 3 (Fri) Nagiso Town Museum (Wakihonjin Okuya, Tsumago juku Honjin, Historical Materials) Closed from December 29 (Sun) ~ January 3 (Fri) ► Bus Between December 31 (Tue) ~ January 3 (Fri), the number of local buses (Magoro Line and Hojin Line) will be reduced. Please note that some flights may have different times than usual. In addition, the Information Center will be closed from 12/29 to 1/3, so Boarding tickets will not be sold during that period. Please pay the bus crew in cash when you get off Car. ► Taxi Nagiso Kanko Taxi (inside Tsumagoro No. 1 Car Parking Lot) December 31 (Tue) ~ January 3 (Fri) 8:00~17:00 January 1 (Wed) Closed 【Inquiry】 Nagiso Kanko Taxi Co., Ltd. TEL. (+81)-264-57-3133 ►Tsumago juku For the store's business status, please visit the official Tsumago website. * The photo shows the Scene of the New Spring Wolf Smoke on January 4 (Tsumagoro Ruins of the Castle)

【Koiji Pass Road Closure】 Koiji Pass (Kakizore Canyon ~ Okuwa Village), due to the expected snow and freezing in winter, the road will be closed during the following period. Thank you for your cooperation. Location: Koiji Pass (Kakizore Canyon ~ Okuwa Village Nojiri) Period: 2024 (Reiwa 6) December 13 (Fri) ~ Mid-April

📍 Wakihonjin Okuya (Tsumago juku) The fantastic scenery "Oblique Light" that can only be seen on a sunny day in winter is looking beautiful today! The light shining through the lattice windows draws beautiful white lines 🪄 in the smoke of the sunken hearth The oblique light began to appear from about 10 o'clock, facing the right side of the sunken hearth, At present, at around 12:30, the light shines straight toward the sunken hearth. (Taken at 12:15 today) The most popular photo opportunity is 📷 when you are facing the middle Around the time of the winter solstice, The light, which is now about half of the sunken hearth, extends to the front, about the size of tatami mats. The way the light is directed differs depending ✨ on the angle of the sun Tomorrow is also forecast to be sunny, so you may ☀ see some oblique light Wakihonjin Okuya Historical Materials (Nagiso Town Museum) 📍 Tsumago juku (〒399-5302 Azuma, Minamigiso-cho, Kiso-gun, Nagano-ken, Kiso-gun, Nagano Prefecture) ⏰9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (Last entry 4:45 p.m.) 🎌 2nd & 4th Thursday 💰600 yen

📍 Iseyama This morning it was pure white with frost, and the sky was clear and blue! As of 8:30 a.m., Route 19 was -1°C ❄️ The photo shows Mt 🏔️. Ise this morning It's going ☀️ to be a great day to photograph the snow-covered Alps

-Nakasendo / Tsumago juku Cultural and Political Procession (3)- Thank you to everyone who came! Held in safely on November 23 next year... ✨

-Nakasendo / Tsumago juku Cultural and Political Procession (2)- November 23 is the busiest day ✨ of the year for Tsumago juku Lunch break is rice balls 🍙 wrapped in bamboo skin It's also a photo opportunity to see them eating! I wonder if 💭 they used to bring rice balls like this and eat them on the go There are people who are handing out large pieces of paper, which are called "Kawaraban" and are like newspapers from the Edo period. It is said 💭 that they were selling at that time in order to inform the common people of urgent news

-Culture, Literature and Politics Procession (1)- On Saturday, November 23, the 57th Cultural and Political Procession was held in under the auspices of the Tsumagoro Love Association. Under clear skies, the Reproduction of the people who would have walked this Nakasendo during the Cultural and Political Era and the Scene of the Shukuba were reproduced, and Nakasendo and Tsumago juku were ✨ crowded Thank you to everyone who came and cooperated with manners such as taking pictures. Held in safely next year.

✨ The Northern Alps are dusted with snow 🏔 Today, November 25th, just after noon, Omachi City cleared to bright sunshine ☀️ and the snow-dusted Northern Alps appeared 🏔 I took photos from Omachi Park to the east of Omachi City and from the observation deck at the summit of Mt. Takagari ✨ Visitors from Japan and abroad were enjoying the view. For more details, we posted on the staff blog. Please see the official Omachi City Tourism Association website 😌

[Notice of lifting of road closures] The entrance to Tsumago juku (on the Magoro side, opposite the 3rd Car Parking Lot) was closed to both cars for a while due to road improvement work, but it was lifted today, Friday, November 22. Thank you for your cooperation for a long time! ーCautionー Car and pedestrians will be able to pass as usual, but entry into the Shukuba with both cars will be one-way from Omata Bridge, so entry from the 3rd Car parking lot side is prohibited. In addition, in the Tsumago juku, Car traffic is prohibited from 10 a.m. ~ 4 p.m. to protect the scenery