A phantom hot spring village Yamagata Ginzan Onsen If you are a hot spring lover or photographer, you should visit Japan's scenic hot spring village at least once! The scenery that appears deep in the mountains makes you forget the cold. It was (^^) a breathtakingly beautiful view

From Inaniwa, Yuzawa City, Akita Prefecture, I got lost on the chot road on the way to Nikaho City and happened to meet along Route 312. (Near Yachisawa Pasture) The road here is narrow and runs on gravel roads. Suddenly, a "swamp" appears, and beyond that, "Mt. Chokai" can be seen, and I was surprised at the wonderful location. Of course, this is my first time here. I immediately set the camera on a tripod and started shooting. It is good for shooting Mt. Chokai and reflections, but be careful because there is a power line at the top and it goes into the viewfinder. Is it this year's theme "hidden gem sightseeing spots in Japan"? There was no one.

It is a Kamafusa dam (Lake Kamafusa) built in Kawasaki Town, Shibata-gun, Miyagi Prefecture. The photo is a sunset view taken from the side of the Kamafusa Bridge. On a sunny day, the sunset and sunset-colored surface of the water are very beautiful, making it a place that you will want to visit again and again.

It is a Tokei Inari Shrine located in Osaki City, Miyagi Prefecture. In early summer, the contrast between the colorful fresh greenery and the torii gate is very beautiful.

"Yogasaki Ohajiki Art" in Shichigahama Town, Miyagi Prefecture It is a seawall art located in the Shirogasakihama district square facing Matsushima Bay. A concrete breakwater was built along the coastline damaged by the Great East Japan Earthquake, and with the cooperation of companies and creators active in the town, a 100-meter-long "Ohajiki Art" was created. The islands of Shiogama Bay and Matsushima Bay spread out here, and it is a very scenic place.

This is a view that can be seen from Wakakusa Inari Shrine in Tome City, Miyagi Prefecture. It's a nondescript rural landscape, but the blue sky, green countryside, and clean air make this my favorite place.

It is Goshoko Regional Park. You can experience boating and canoeing, and it is a place where many families can be seen on holidays. This place in particular is located at the edge of the lake, but if it is sunny, the surface of the water will turn golden in the evening, and it is a wonderful place where you can see a fantastic scene.

Went to Fukushima over the Golden Week holiday. On our first day we took a bus to Ouchi-Juku and had a great time looking at all the buildings and different shops. The negi soba (soba with a large leek) is famous there so my girlfriend ended up ordering that. She said it was a bit difficult to eat, but fun and tasted great. We also ended up trying a variety of different snacks in the area. The Age-Manju (deep fried manju) was really tasty and we actually ended up getting again later. I was able to take a photo from the famous photo spot at Ouchi-Juku as well (photo #4). I only have an iPhone camera, so the quality isn't the best, but I'm happy with how it turned out. On the way back from Ouchi-Juku we returned via Yunokami Onsen Station and so we got to use the footbath that was attached to the station. It was a really great way to rest up after walking for so long. The station itself was also really photogenic, so I snapped a couple photos from the platform and between the railroad tracks. The hotel we were staying at for the night was in Aizu-Wakamatsu and on the way we found a nice little shop with a large akabeko cow outside and the staff was kind enough to take a photo of us with it. For dinner, we went to a place called Sassa (左雨) and had a really great time. We ended up talking to the owners for a bit and they were super nice. It was also the best tonkatsu I've eaten in my entire life. It was cooked tp perfection, and the dressing that came with the salad and cabbage matched perfectly with it. We probably ended up eating way too many fried foods but it was all really tasty. The next day we visited Tsuruga Castle. The castle was quite cool, but it was a bit more crowded than Ouchi-Juku. Considering it was Golden Week, it wasn't much of a surprise. Either way we had a great time. We started off going for a boat ride around the moat (I got my daily exercise in, as I was rowing the whole time lol). After that we went up into the castle and were able to see a view of the city from the top which was pretty cool. There were also live performances going on in the field in front of the castle which were fun to watch. At that point it was about lunch time so we went over to the row of food stalls (photo #16) and grabbed a bite to eat. There were shops selling all sorts of goods as well, so we spent some time window shopping. After Tsuruga Castle, we went to Oyakuen Garden (御薬園). We ended up sharing a green tea by the pond and relaxing for a bit which was nice. There were a lot of koi inside the pond and a variety of birds flying around as well, so the atmosphere was very relaxing. Photo #20 is supposedly the best view in the garden (it was written on a sign) so I snapped a photo of it. The photo doesn't do it justice, but it was a really incredible view. All in all, we had a really amazing time in Fukushima, but we definitely would like to visit again, as there's a lot we didn't get to do still. I really wanted to try an akabeko workshop but we didn't get the chance, which was a bit disappointing, but we still had a lot of fun, so I can't complain. I definitely recommend visiting Aizu-Wakamatsu if you have the chance!

The only national park in the Tohoku region, "National Michinoku Mori Lakeside Park" In spring, colorful flowers such as rape blossoms and tulips are in full bloom, and you can also see historical kominka representing the six prefectures of Tohoku.

Sow cherry blossoms at the Umanohakanotane Makizakura in Aizumisato Town, Fukushima Prefecture A 300-year-old Benihiganzakura cherry tree. It is said that it is a cherry tree that tells the village when it is time to sow the seeds. A single cherry blossom was shining beautifully in the setting sun. The old car in the foreground is also an accent. Let's go see such cherry blossoms again next year.

With Mt. Iwate, known as "Nanbu Katafuji," in the background, Koiwai Farm's single cherry blossoms stand in a vast meadow. It is an imposing cherry tree with a height of about 20 meters and is said to be more than 100 years old. The sight of a single cherry blossom blooming dignified against the background of the majestic Mt. Iwate where snow remains is said to be a symbol of spring in Shizukuishi Town. The contrast between the colorful cherry blossoms and the lush meadows was enough to see the unique scenery of the farm.

This is the view from the "Pine Park of the West Line" where you can overlook the cherry blossoms and Matsushima Bay. Especially the cherry blossoms at sunrise are so beautiful that I sigh.

Went on a trip to Sendai last weekend and had an awesome time. We were only there for 2 days and 1 night, but we managed to do everything we wanted to. On the first day we arrived at Sendai Station (the beautiful stained glass in photo #1) and had lunch, after which we headed over to our hotel, dropped off our bags, and then headed off to do some sightseeing. Our first stop was Funaoka Castle Park. The cherry blossoms were really nice and there was a cherry blossom festival or something like that taking place and there were some food stalls as wells, so we picked up some snacks and relaxed for a bit. We were able to see the large Kannon statue from a distance but opted not to go all the way to the top because we had some other stuff planned. After Funaoka Castle Park we made our way towards Shiroishi Castle. On the way to the castle from Funaoka Castle Park there’s the famous Hitome Senbon-Zakura, which we were able to enjoy for the entire walk to the castle. The cherry blossoms along the river were quite the treat. During our walk to the castle, we came across another cherry blossom festival with more food stalls. We had a couple more snacks and enjoyed the views before heading towards the station to get to Shiroishi Castle. As we were walking to the castle I found some cool art on some shop shutters. The path leading up to the castle was dotted with lanterns and was really pretty, especially as it was nearing sunset. We arrived at the castle with just a bit of sunlight left and we were just lucky enough to take some nice photos. After the castle, we had some dinner at a nice Izakaya and headed back to Sendai Station where our hotel was. The first day was all about seeing the beautiful views of cherry blossoms, but the second day we decided to enjoy the history and culture of the area. We started off by visiting Zuihoden, the mausoleum for Date Masamune. On the approach to the complex, we saw some interesting buildings where we stopped to take pictures and check out the architecture. The row of trees lining the steps to Zuihoden reminded me of the famous row of trees at Togakushi Shrine in Nagano. There were a lot of different structures, and learning about the history and what they were all built for was really interesting. Unfortunately I have too many photos and can’t post them all here. After we finished up at Zuihoden, which took a while because I wanted to read every single sign that we came across, we headed over to Sendai Castle (Aoba Castle). Again, I have too many photos to post, so I’ll just leave it to the famous statue of Date Masamune. The view from the top of the castle was quite nice and the other structures around the castle grounds were really interesting to learn about as well. After the castle, we were running out of time, and so we decided to start making our way back to Sendai Station. We ended up getting off a few stations early because my girlfriend had read that there was an event at Nishi Park. I can’t post all of the photos, but it was a really big cherry blossom festival with food stalls, etc. I highly recommend visiting Sendai during spring, as it’s definitely worth the trip. Most of the places we visited were not crowded at all, and we had an awesome trip.

Like last time, this is the view from the observation deck of "Funaoka Castle Ruins Park". The collaboration between the Ichimoku Senbon cherry blossoms and the Zao mountain range of residual snow was a masterpiece.

"Ichimoku Senbon cherry blossoms" blooming proudly against the background of the Zao mountain range of residual snow The row of cherry blossom trees, centered on more than 1,200 Somei Yoshino, is said to be about 8 km long.

Known as one of the most famous cherry blossom viewing spots in Tohoku, "Cherry blossoms in Funaoka Castle Ruins Park" It is the only one in Miyagi Prefecture that has been selected as one of the "100 Best Cherry Blossom Spots". In particular, the view from the observatory is wonderful, and the "Ichimoku Senbonzakura" lined up along the river is a superb view.

It is a tourist spot called Dragon Eye in Hachimantai City, Iwate Prefecture. As you can see in the photo, it is called dragon eye because it has the eye of a dragon. Around June, I took my friends and my children to see it. If there is a lot of snow, you can't see it, and if the snow melts and there is less, the scenery will be different next time, so the timing to go to see it seems to be exquisite. I was ♫ thrilled to see it.

Hamada in Rifu Town Here is the "horse's back" that stretches towards the sea. This "horse's back" took on its present form due to the erosion of waves over a long period of time. It is said to be a "natural pier" because it protrudes into the sea for about 250 meters.

Continuing from the last time, it is a kamakura in Omonogawa Minkaen Kido Gorobei Village in Yokote City, Akita Prefecture.

At Omonogawa Minkaen Kido Gorobei Village in Yokote City, Akita Prefecture The "Kamakura" event was being held. The compatibility between this dog-shaped kamakura and kominka, Above all, I was happy to experience the feeling of time slipping.

Introducing the photos posted on "Everyone's Post"! This is a pickup post of the inbound tourism information SNS "Cool Japan Video". Today, I would like to introduce "Daishi Okamoto's post "Tadami Line and Snowy Scenery". The Tadami line surrounded by a world of white silver is an impressive piece. The Tadami Line is a local line 65 km after the fastest speed connecting Koide Station (Uonuma City, Niigata Prefecture) to Aizuwakamatsu Station (Aizuwakamatsu City, Fukushima Prefecture). It was damaged by heavy rain in July 2011, but on October 1, 2022, it was restored and resumed operation for the first time in 11 years. The Tadami Line, which runs through nature, is full of spectacular scenic spots. The first bridge, which has an attractive contrast between the iron bridge and nature, is especially popular, and you can enjoy the superb view of the four seasons. In addition, there are plenty of photo spots such as the 2nd ~ 4th bridge and the glasses bridge featuring a concrete arch bridge. It is a tourist destination where railway fans from all over the country gather. The Tadami Line is a hot topic for autumn leaves, but the snowy scenery in winter is also recommended. Between Aizu-Nakagawa Station ~ Aizukawaguchi Station, the snow-covered Oshi village is one of the viewpoints. From the 5th Tadami River Bridge, if the conditions are right, you can enjoy the world of white silver reflected in the Tadami River. ◆Tadami Line◆ 【Address】Fukushima, Niigata Starting point: Aizuwakamatsu Station End point: Koide Station

Octopus Yakushido "Octopus Yakushido" in Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture The shrine here enshrines an octopus ? as the name suggests. A long time ago, when a flood hit this area, a statue of an octopus was discovered. It became the current shrine in honor of it.

nostalgia It is a place called "Mogasaki" in Miyagi Prefecture in Japan This is a town built along a mountain called Dainenjiyama and retains the old-fashioned scenery. No matter when you visit, you will feel nostalgic

Approximately 2,600 cherry trees of 52 species are planted in Hirosaki Park, and it is a famous cherry blossom spot that is counted as one of the "three major cherry blossom viewing spots in Japan". There are many highlights, such as the Somei Yoshino cherry tree, the longest living cherry tree in Hirosaki Park that is over 140 years old, the illuminated night cherry blossoms, and the "flower raft" where cherry blossom petals fill the entire moat, and many people from inside and outside the prefecture visit the "Hirosaki Sakura Festival" held from late April to early May every year.

Hirosaki Park is a park in Hirosaki City, Aomori Prefecture, Japan. It is also known as Takayo Park. It is also known as a famous place where 2,600 cherry trees of about 50 species bloom in spring. Currently, the Hirosaki Castle tower has been moved to the inside of the main maru by the Hikiya to repair the stone walls, and for a limited time now, you can take pictures of Mt. Iwaki, which is said to be Tsugaru Fuji, cherry blossoms, and the castle tower together.

A road to heaven. This autumn road in fukushima known as the bandi azuma golden line is a very popular tourist attractions in bandai mountain area. The whole road is covered with fall colors. Very picturesque

From Matsushima Kaigan Station, take Route 45 Beyond " Matsushima Rikyu Beautiful with reflection. And a strange feeling in a total lunar eclipse. Shooting location: Matsushima, Miyagi Aircraft: D5600

During the autumn foliage season, tourists concentrate National Route 45 is congested every year. Shooting location: Matsushima, Miyagi Equipment: DJI Mini 3 Pro

Matsushima is also one of the three Japan scenic spots. The autumn leaves are dyed red beautifully, There is also a red bridge that connects to a remote island, so it has a nice atmosphere. I have been to this place many times. This time, I shot from an angle that I ✨ can't usually see Shooting location: Matsushima, Miyagi Equipment: DJI Mini 3 Pro

The colorful autumn leaves and blue swamp are mysterious lagoons.