This photo was taken on a rainy day ☔️ at Jiyu Gakuen Asukan, an important cultural property in Ikebukuro, Tokyo. I took this picture after a miraculous rain because I was happy to see a name that looked like me but was not the same! It was designed by famous architect Frank Lloyd Wright! Why don't you take this opportunity to go see it? ?? #Spring #Photo Contest

It is a Shinkawa in Tsuchiura City, Ibaraki Prefecture that I always go to at this time. It has been raining recently and I was worried that the cherry blossoms would not fall, but I was ? relieved that they were still in full bloom.

[English] Hachioji had a castle called Katakura Castle 500 years ago. Today, there is no castle, but there is a park that tells the history of the castle. This park is popular among tourists because of its beautiful katakuris (dogtooth violet) flowers in spring. The park is also decorated with statues. The statue in the photo is famous because a kingfisher once perched on its shoulder. Hachioji is not only rich in nature, but also has many historical sites. At school, before visiting such historical places, students have classes to learn about the history of Hachioji. Many students know the word "samurai" but do not know much about the deeper history of the city, so everyone listens intently to what is being said ?. Hachioji had a castle called Katakura Castle 500 years ago. Currently, there is no castle, but there is a park that tells the history. This park is popular with tourists because of its beautiful fawn lily flowers in spring. Bronze statues are also displayed in the park. The statue in the photo has become famous because there was a kingfisher perched on his shoulder. Hachioji is not only rich in nature, but also has many historical places. Even at school, before visiting such a historical place, there is a class to study the history of Hachioji. Many students know the word "samurai" but do not know about the deep history, so everyone listens ? seriously.

Beautiful cherry blossom alley of Shibuya is currently a good spot to enjoy cherry blossom during night time. The 30 Somi-Yoshino cherry trees and 250 tiered lanterns lining the street look stunning in colorful lights in the evening.

Beautiful cherry blossom alley of shibuya is currently a good spot to enjoy cherry blossom during night time. The 30 Somi-Yoshino cherry trees and 250 tiered lanterns lining the street look stunning in colorful lights in the evening.

Beautiful cherry blossom alley of shibuya is currently a good spot to enjoy cherry blossom during night time. The 30 Somi-Yoshino cherry trees and 250 tiered lanterns lining the street look stunning in colorful lights in the evening.

The other day I went to Gundam Mercury Witch EXPO I have only enjoyed the outdoor free exhibitions (о ́∀'о) I'm looking forward to the second term.

Introducing the photos posted on "Minna no Post"! This is a pickup post on the inbound tourism information SNS "COOL JAPAN VIDEOS". Today, I would like to introduce a post by "ogishii". The scenery of the moss phlox carpet and Mt. Muko is superb. Located in Omiya, Chichibu City, Saitama Prefecture, Hitsujiyama Park is a popular tourist destination in Saitama famous for its views of Mount Muko and moss phlox. moss phlox Hill, a moss phlox attraction in the southern area of the Hitsujiyama Park, is about 17,600 square meters in size. The superb view of 400,000 moss phlox of 9 types spreading all over is a must-see. It is also called "flower patchwork" because it is planted by combining various types of moss phlox. The best time to see it is usually mid-April ~ early May. How about a Golden Week outing? In addition to moss phlox, more than 1,000 cherry trees such as Somei Yoshino, weeping cherry blossoms, and Yae cherry blossoms are in full bloom in the park, and it is crowded with cherry blossom viewers and photographers. The best time to see them is usually in early ~ mid-April. Recommended cherry blossom spots are near the cherry blossom trees and lawn plaza on the slope to the hill with a view. The Hitsujiyama Park is full of attractions other than cherry blossoms. At the "Fureai Ranch" on the west side of moss phlox Hill, many sheep are kept and you can touch them directly. You can see the materials of Mt. Muko, which has been designated as one of Japan's 200 famous mountains, at the "Mt. Muko Museum". Another highlight is the museum "Yamato Ato Myujiamu" that exhibits the works of printmaker Shiko Munakata. ◆Hitsujiyama Park moss phlox Hill◆ 【Address】〒368-0023 Saitama-ken, Chichibu-shi, Omiya 6314 【Access】 ・Railway About a 20-minute walk from Seibu Railway Yokose Station About 20 minutes on foot from Seibu Chichibu Station ・Car From Kanetsu Expressway Hanazono IC, take National Route 140, Minano Yorii Bypass about 25 km

[English/Japanese] Cherry blossoms (Someiyoshino) have begun to bloom in Hachioji as well. Miharu-takizakura (cherry blossoms with drooping branches), which bloom a little earlier than Someiyoshino, are now in full bloom. The photo shows the Miharutaki cherry tree at Shinshuji Temple in Katakura, Hachioji. The temple has a history of more than 500 years. It is a 10-minute walk from Keio Katakura Station. Please visit the temple. Hachioji has many old temples and large parks. We tell students where and which flowers are at their best depending on the season. Why don't you also study Japanese in Hachioji where you can enjoy the seasons? Hachioji has also begun to bloom cherry blossoms (Somei Yoshino). The Miharu Falls cherry blossoms (cherry blossoms with branches hanging downward) that bloom a little earlier than the Somei Yoshino cherry trees are now in full bloom. The photo shows the Miharu Falls cherry blossoms at Shinshuji Temple in Katakura, Hachioji. The temple has a history of more than 500 years. It is about a 10-minute walk from Keio Katakura Station. Please come and visit us. Hachioji has many old temples and large parks. I tell my students where and which flowers are best to see depending on the season. Why don't you study Japanese in Hachioji, where you can enjoy the seasons?

A less know but truly amazing tourist destination. There are about 200 cherryblossom trees along 1.2 KM and in the background there are mountain ranges. On a sunny days with clear sky this tourist destination is just superb. It is kitaasaba sakura zutsumi of sakado shi in Saitama Prefecture.

A less know but truly amazing tourist destination. There are about 200 cherryblossom trees along 1.2 KM and in the background there are mountain ranges. On a sunny days with clear sky this tourist destination is just superb. It is kitaasaba sakura zutsumi of sakado shi in Saitama Prefecture.

A less know but truly amazing tourist destination. There are about 200 cherryblossom trees along 1.2 KM and in the background there are mountain ranges. On a sunny days with clear sky this tourist destination is just superb. It is kitaasaba sakura zutsumi of sakado shi in Saitama Prefecture.

There is a beautiful woodblock painting of Shōzaburō Watanabe I once saw with the name "owl and cherryblossom" and never thought to see a nocturnal bird like owl can be seen on a broad daylight. So it is a rare sight for me and happy to capture a moment like this. It was taken from kita asaba sakura zutsumi of Saitama Prefecture.

She loves spring and never gets tired of taking photos during this season. We spend an afternoon in Kita Asaba Sakura Zutsumi Park with great pleasure. This photo was taken there as a memory before her return to her country.

The best thing about spring in Japan is that everyone enjoys it to the fullest. Whether it's humans like us or four-legged animals. In many places, I have seen dogs, cats, birds, and other animals walking around in the garden or park with their families during spring and taking beautiful pictures. Here in Kita asaba Sakura zutsumi park, this two cute Shiba Inu posed for almost five different photographers excluding me.

Two little sweet children came to wish luck to a beautiful would-be mommy at Kita asaba sakura zutsumi park, Saitama. My friend went there for her photoshoot and these two very cute girl happily pose with her and that made the frame so beautiful. This park is covered with beautiful pink cherry blossoms.

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 a post by "takeo". It is a piece that captures the grandeur of the cherry blossoms blooming in Chidorigafuchi. The Chidorigafuchi Greenway in Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo is a promenade that borders the moat around the Imperial Palace. It is about 700 meters long and is one of the most famous cherry blossom viewing spots in Tokyo, with about 260 cherry trees such as Somei Yoshino cherry trees. The best time to see the cherry blossoms on the Chidorigafuchi Greenway is usually late March ~ early April. Since the water surface of the moat and the cherry blossoms are close, you can rent a boat at the "Ward Chidorigafuchi Boat Ground" and enjoy cherry blossom viewing from the boat. During the cherry blossom season, the "Chiyoda Sakura Festival" will also be held, and in 2023, it will be held from March 24 (Fri.) ~ April 4 (Tue.). It is also lit up from 18:00~22:00, and you can enjoy the cherry blossoms at night. The boat park is open every day during the cherry blossom illumination period and can be enjoyed until 20:30 (last boarding at 20:00). There are no plans to open food stalls at the cherry blossom festival, but there are plenty of cafes in the vicinity, so it is recommended for a break from walking. Also, why not stop by the sightseeing spots around Chidorigafuchi Greenway? There are plenty of attractions such as the Edo Castle Ruins, a standard tourist spot for sightseeing in Tokyo, the Science Museum, and the National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo. At Kitanomaru Park, which is adjacent to the Chidorigafuchi Greenway, you can enjoy the nature of the four seasons. ◆Chidorigafuchi Greenway◆ 【Address】〒102-0075 2-senbancho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 【Access】 5-minute walk from Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Station Exit 5 or 5-minute walk from Kudanshita Station Exit 2

This water Shangri-La of Gunma prefecture is a hidden treasure that I found out last spring. Minakami has all the things that give one peace. I don't know why this place is so underrated, at least among foreigners, since it's only an hour away from Tokyo by Shinkansen. I would want that everyone visits this place during spring, autumn, or snowy winter. Because this city is unique in every season.

Minakami has all the things that give one peace. I don't know why this place is so underrated, at least among foreigners, since it's only an hour away from Tokyo by Shinkansen. I would want that everyone visits this place during spring, autumn, or snowy winter. Because this city is unique in every season.

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 a post by "Yuto Yamada". The colorful cherry blossoms with the Meguro River in the background are superb. The Meguro River (Meguro River) is a river that flows through Setagaya, Meguro, and Shinagawa wards. Along the Meguro River in Meguro Ward, there is a row of cherry blossom trees that stretches for about 4 km, and it is a popular cherry blossom viewing spot in Tokyo that many people visit during the cherry blossom season. Across the Meguro River, the superb view of about 800 Yoshino cherry trees arching from the left and right is a must-see. There is also a promenade along the river, where you can enjoy the cherry blossoms slowly while walking. The best time to see them is usually around late March ~ early April. In 2023, the "Nakameguro Cherry Blossom Festival" is scheduled to be held for the first time in four years. 【Meguro East Area Cherry Blossom Festival】April 1~2, 2023 【Nakameguro Cherry Blossom Festival】March 18th ~ April 9th One of the highlights is the bonbori that is decorated with flowering. From 17:00 to 20:00, the bonbori is lit up and lit up, so you can enjoy the fantastic night cherry blossoms. We also recommend the Meguro River cherry blossom viewing cruise that you can enjoy while listening to the guide. Advance reservations are required, but you can also bring your own food and drink, so you can enjoy cherry blossom viewing and sightseeing on the boat. ◆Along the Meguro River◆ 【Address】〒153-0061 Near Nakameguro 2-chome, Meguro-ku, Tokyo (along the Meguro River) 【Access】 1 minute walk from Nakameguro Station on the Tokyu Toyoko Line

[English/Japanese] We went to the Hamura Zoological Park for our graduation field trip! The park was large enough that we could see all the animals in an hour, and we were able to take our time and enjoy the park. The giraffes were especially popular, and everyone who came to the park took pictures of them. The students were thrilled to see animals for the first time! We also talked about food culture, such as how this animal is often eaten in their country I went to Hamura City Zoological Park on a graduation excursion! The park was large enough to see all the animals in one hour, and I was able to enjoy it thoroughly. Giraffes were especially popular, and everyone who came to the park took pictures. The students were thrilled to see animals for the first time! In addition, we talked about food culture, such as eating this animal a lot in the country.

A goat in the animal petting plaza in Andersen Park in Funabashi City, Chiba Prefecture. The Kawazu cherry blossoms were beautiful. Take a break from the children who came to play.

These are Kawazu cherry blossoms and mejiro. Kawazu cherry blossoms are early blooming cherry blossoms that begin to bloom in early February. Kawazu cherry blossoms were born from the natural hybrids of the scarlet cherry blossoms and Oshima cherry blossoms mentioned in the previous post. Since it was discovered in Kawazu Town in Shizuoka Prefecture, it was named Kawazu Sakura. The reason why Kawazu cherry blossoms bloom so early is that the early flowering time of the cold scarlet cherry blossoms, which is the source of hybridization, is said to be the early flowering time. (Since the color of Oshima cherry blossoms is pure white, the color of Kawazu cherry blossoms seems to be somewhere between Kanscarlet cherry blossoms and Oshima cherry blossoms.) ) By the way, Kawazu cherry blossoms can also be seen in Tokyo. This photo was taken in front of the Marubeni Building in Otemachi. (It's quite scattered now.) ）

It is a nemophila of the national Hitachi Seaside Park Miharashi no Oka. The world where the blue of nemophila and the blue of the sky unfold before your eyes is like a dream.

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 Mr. Sasaki's post "Cherry blossoms taken from Inokashira Park Bentenbashi". The reflection of the water surface is beautiful and it is a fantastic photo. Straddling Musashino City and Mitaka City in Tokyo, Toritsu Inokashira Onshi Park is commonly known as Inokashira Park and is widely known. In the center of the park is Inokashira Pond, one of the three major spring ponds in Musashino. About 500 cherry trees are planted throughout the park, and the beautiful scenery has been selected as one of the Japan 100 best cherry blossom spots. The best time to see them is usually late March ~ early April. There are many varieties such as Kawazuzakura, Somei Yoshino, and Yamazakura, and you can enjoy various cherry blossoms such as white, bright red, and yellow. It is also lit up from 18:00 to 22:00 in the evening to coincide with the bloom. The location is near the east side of the Nanaibashi entrance. It is located in the north direction of the pond, which is also a standard spot for cherry blossom viewing, so you can easily enjoy the cherry blossoms at night. In addition to the cherry blossoms, Inokashira Park is full of attractions. The Tokyo Metropolitan Zoo "Inokashira Nature and Cultural Park" in the park is also popular with children. You can interact with guinea pigs and goats, and it is a hands-on facility with playground equipment and a sculpture garden. There are plenty of stylish cafes on the way to the park. Many shops open at 8:00 or 9:00 in the morning, so it is also recommended for mornings. ◆Inokashira Park(Metropolitan Inokashira Park)◆ 【Address】1-18-31 Gotenyama, Musashino-shi, Tokyo 【Access】 Get off at JR Chuo Line "Kichijoji" and walk about 5 minutes 【Parking lot】Available (charged)

Hikawa Shrine is a Musashi Ichinomiya shrine in Saitama Prefecture. The red building of Hikawa Shrine stands out beautifully at dusk. It is said to have a history of more than 2,400 years, and it is one of the oldest shrines in the Japan that was the origin of the place name of Omiya as a great palace residence. As Musashi Ichinomiya, it gathers faith in the entire Kanto region, and the first visit is crowded with many worshippers. Hikawa Shrine names are located mainly in Omiya, Saitama Prefecture, Tokyo, and Kanagawa Prefecture, and there are more than 280 companies.

Saitama Shintoshin Station. JR Station, a futuristic building in Saitama Prefecture. An east-west free passage of a station in Saitama Shintoshin, Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture. Saitama Saitama City Saitama Shintoshin Saitama Shintoshin Station station JR Futuristic city

★ The 16th COOL JAPAN VIDEOS Photo Contest is currently being ★ held under the theme of "Sightseeing spots Japan to visit in spring" We look forward to receiving many applications from you! This time, we will introduce the post of "=͟͟͞͞ Aioi."! The Sky Tree over the Kawazu cherry blossoms is beautiful. Tokyo Skytree is a radio tower that opened in 2012. There are also commercial facilities such as restaurants and souvenir shops. The observation deck, which is 350 meters high and 450 meters high, is a popular tourist attraction. ◆Tokyo Skytree◆ 【Address】〒131−0045 1-1-1 Oshiage, Sumida-ku, Tokyo 【Access】 Get off at Tokyo Skytree Station on the Tobu Skytree Line or Oshiage (Skytree-mae) Station on the Hanzomon Line and walk a short distance

Introducing the photos posted on "Minna no Post"! This is a pickup post on the inbound tourism information SNS "COOL JAPAN VIDEOS". Today, I would like to introduce Yuki's post "Cherry blossoms in Shinjuku Gyoen bathed in the light of the setting sun". It is a beautiful photo of the cherry blossoms that have increased in color with the setting sun. Shinjuku Gyoen, which straddles Shinjuku and Shibuya wards in Tokyo, is a landscape garden that was born in 1906 (Meiji 39). The garden covers an area of about 58 hectares, and you can enjoy nature throughout the four seasons. In spring, it is a popular cherry blossom viewing spot where about 900 cherry trees of about 70 species are in full bloom. Since the flowering time differs depending on the type of cherry blossom, you can enjoy the cherry blossoms for a long time, from the early-blooming Kawazu cherry blossoms in January to the Yae cherry blossoms in April. Many people visit it as an oasis in Shinjuku's building district. In addition, there are restaurants, cafes, greenhouses, children's squares, etc. in the park, and there are many attractions. From late March, the cherry blossom light-up event "NAKED Sakura no Shinjuku Gyoen 2023" will be held. In collaboration with NAKED Co., Ltd., you can enjoy various light-ups, projection mapping, and cherry blossoms. 【Event Period】Friday, March 31, 2023 ~ Sunday, April 23, 2023 During the busy season when last year's cherry blossoms are in full bloom, advance reservations are made for admission, and although there is no announcement at this time, there is a possibility that the same will be made in 2023. It is a good idea to check in advance on the Internet. ◆Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden◆ 【Address】〒160-0014 11 Naito-cho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 【Access】 About a 5-minute walk from Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line "Shinjuku Gyoenmae Station" Exit 1 【Parking lot】Available (Please check the official website for details.) ）

The Plum Blossom Festival is now in progress at Kairakeun, one of Japan's three great gardens. About 3,000 plum trees of about 100 varieties are planted in the vast garden, and the feature is that you can enjoy the plum blossoms for a long period, with early blooming, middle blooming, and late blooming. Currently, 70% of flowers are bloomed. Beautiful night illumination also happened last weekends.