Photographed on February 5, 25. This is Brasserie CATHERI's lunch plate near Kawagoe City Station. It's so delicious that I look forward to it every time. 😊

Photographed on February 5, 25. MAESTRO's chocolate latte, Buckwheat noodles flour, and matcha financier.

Photographed 2/3/25. It is Hanachozu of Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

In the fifth episode of HTB "Street on-chan" Tsubetsu Town Edition, on-chan tasted Kumayaki at Roadside Station Aioi, and in the sixth time, on-chan visited Yamagami Woodworking and experienced the high level of technical ability. We will Summary and Open to the public off-shots along the way! If you look closely, it was almost a sitting shot lol. If you missed it or want to watch it again, please watch the program Youtube! Next week will finally be the final installment of the Tsubetsu Town edition! I'm looking forward to it! (o▽n) #okhotsk #okhotsk #tsubetsu #tsubetsu #tsubetsu #Tsubetsu Town #hokkaido #Hokkaido #Hokkaido TV #HTB #Hokkaido TV Broadcasting #on-chan #street-on-chan #media appearances #off-shot https://www.htb.co.jp/chimata/...

The 27th Minami Sakura and Nanohana Festival is now running through March 10th! February 9 (Sun) — Minami Sakura blooming status The buds are currently in a “bud” stage. However, today is warm, and the buds are swelling so that the petals look ready to open at any moment. Rain is forecast around February 12, with temperatures rising to 16–18°C, so there is a possibility the flowers will begin to bloom all at once. ※From February 1 onward every day from 18:00 to 21:00 We are holding evening cherry blossom illumination, bamboo lanterns, illuminations, and nanohana (rapeseed flower) lighting. ◇Please refer to the following for the “blooming status” https://www.minami-izu.jp/?p=we-page-entry&spot=162849&cat=18711&pageno=3&type=spot... ◇For information about the 27th Minami Sakura and Nanohana Festival, see here https://www.minami-izu.jp/?p=we-page-event-entry&event=73493&cat=18736&type=event...

Photographed 2/3/25. It is Hanachozu of Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Gokase Specialty Center Snow Play The special cold snap that began this Tuesday has left the Gokase Specialty Center covered in snow☃️ Is everyone safe and free from injury or accidents?💦 To lift the spirits of customers who braved these harsh roads to visit the shop, the staff at the Gokase Specialty Center made a Totoro snowman to bring a little brightness and warmth 🥰👏 It’s big and adorable😳✨ While it was being made, children who had come in for lunch kept asking, “Is Totoro finished yet!?” as they eagerly waited🤣💕 Please stop by and take a commemorative photo when you visit📸！ There are also impressive icicles hanging from the shop eaves😮💡They glittered beautifully as they caught the light✨ The tips are sharp, so be careful—they could be dangerous if they fall on your head⚠️ With persistent bad weather making movement difficult, it might be nice to take a moment to enjoy the snow like a child again🤭 Our association’s Instagram photo campaign “Winter in Gokase 2025” is still accepting entries📸✨ Please consider applying during this opportunity🤗 ※See the pinned post on our Instagram profile page for details🙏 https://www.instagram.com/gokase_kanko/... Everyone, please stay safe and stay alert for the rest of the day🙇‍♀️

Photographed 2/1/25. It is Hanachozu of Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Photographed 1/25/25. This is Hanachozu from Koedo Kurasato. Until 3/2 (Sun), from 17:00 to 20:00, Hanachozu is Light up.

Setsubun on the Snowy Day In Japan, it is customary to sow beans the day before the Spring (seasonal milestones There are Do you know why beans are used in the first place? It is said to be derived from the word "mame", which destroys demons Since ancient times, various rituals have been performed to drive away demons, which are considered to be a general term for bad things One of them is this "mamemaki (bean throwing)" Hit the "Mame", which is the eye of the demon, with beans to make it "Mame" At first glance, it looks like a play on words, but Japan have believed that words have a spirit inn words Therefore, this custom is part of Japan culture, and it is a snowy day Setsubun In Japan, it is customary to sow beans the day before the Spring (seasonal milestones There are Do you know why beans are used in the first place? It is said to be derived from the word "mame", which destroys demons Since ancient times, various rituals have been performed to drive away demons, which are considered to be a general term for bad things One of them is this "mamemaki (bean throwing)" Hit the "Mame", which is the eye of the demon, with beans to make it "Mame" At first glance, it looks like a play on words, but Japan have believed that words have a spirit inn words Therefore, this custom has taken root in Japan culture

Photographed 1/27/25. It is Hanachozu of Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Scenes of the Ice Candle Festival broadcast on NHK "Hotto News Hokkaido Province North Okhotsk" yesterday! It was taken very beautifully, please ❄🔥❄ take a look ~! https://www3.nhk.or.jp/sapporo-news/20250205/7000073224.html?fbclid=IwY2xjawIRQlZleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHai1xh5NHHhmpeFB_zRAmTWFUNGxW42rHN5r3OoBDgdYfSZLbjRHlYONgg_aem_x2gCT_NK5bm6sLfv34Hqtw...

Thereare tonight, there will be the 6th broadcast of HTB "Tomono on-chan" Tsubetsu Town edition! This will be the last time. Where are you going to show up today...? Looking forward to it (o▽n) Please see the past broadcasts from the program website! https://www.htb.co.jp/chimata/... #Okhotsk #okhotsk #Tsubetsu #Tsubetsu #Tsubetsu #Tsubetsu Town #hokkaido #Hokkaido #Hokkaido TV #Hokkaido TV Broadcasting #HTB #on-chan #Street on-chan #Broadcast schedule #Media appearances

Photographed 1/27/25. It is Hanachozu of Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Jomon Snow Festival ~ Jomon LOVE Gathering! ~Held in ♪ the day after tomorrow Events that are irresistible for Jomon lovers. Although the times are different, Engaru Town will also exhibit as a PR for another national treasure in Hokkaido, the "Hokkaido Shirataki Ruins". At the Engaru Town booth, National treasure characters "Ishinotakara-kun" and "Secki-kun" goods (postcards, clear files, pin badges, stickers, can batches), Specialty products, Pitch-black "Geo Ice" and Hokkaido Home School cheese make their first appearance at the Sapporo Events! The Standard Hakuyosha "Tenuki's Rice Source" series, "Obsidian Curry", "Gun Dam Curry", etc., will all be sold at the end of the season. Other, experiences and surveys will also be implemented. Date & Time: February 8 (Sat) 11:00~19:00 　　　February 9 (Sun) 10:00~17:00 Location: Sapporo Underground Pedestrian Space (Chikaho) North 3-jo Intersection Square West We look forward to seeing you at the Events venue!

Photographed 1/27/25. It is Hanachozu of Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Photographed 2/1/25. I relaxed at the Starbucks Bell Ring Street store. It is a classic chocolate latte and a chocolate banana donut.

Photographed on February 5, 25. This is Hanachozu from Hara Flower Shop.

🌳🚲 Tour de Yatsugatake Returns 🚲🌳 After five years of planning, Tour de Yatsugatake makes a fresh start this year ✨ We look forward to your participation! 🚴‍♂️☀️ ◇◇ Highlights ◇◇ ☑️ Elevation gain 1,087 m A season-spanning hill climb race with an elevation gain of 1,087 m! ☑️ Snow-view cycling We will partially open sections normally closed in winter! Enjoy a scenic ride through birch forests and remaining snow. ☑️ Birch groves Ride alongside what is said to be Japan’s most beautiful birch, and take in the breathtaking scenery. ––––––––––––––––– Event Overview ––––––––––––––––– Schedule Sunday, April 13, 2025 Location Sakuhomachi, Minamisaku-gun, Nagano Prefecture Yachiho Kogen Along Japan National Route 299 Race Category Hill climb bicycle race Course Details Full Course Yume no Mori (elevation 1,040 m) to Mugikusa Pass (elevation 2,127 m) Distance: 20.8 km Elevation gain: 1,087 m Half Course Yume no Mori (elevation 1,040 m) to Yachiho Highland Ski Resort (elevation 1,625 m) Distance: 11.4 km Elevation gain: 585 m Registration and Check-in • Pre-event check-in (April 12) Location: Roadside Station Yachiho Kogen Outdoor Exchange Plaza (tentative) ※Those who check in the day before receive a 1,000 yen discount • Same-day check-in (April 13) Location: Yume no Mori, Start Area Headquarters (tentative) ※After check-in we will direct you to parking locations. Eligibility ○ Participants must have the fitness to complete their chosen course. ○ Participants under 18 require parental consent. ○ Participants must follow event rules, traffic laws, and etiquette. ○ Participants must agree to the event regulations. Capacity 700 participants ※There are no per-category limits. How to Apply Registration period: December 21, 2024 to March 16, 2025 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Photographed 2/3/25. It is a Hanachozu of the Kawagoe City Nakamachi Sightseeing Information Center.

Photographed 2/3/25. We took a walk in Kawagoe. LEC COFFEE's lemonade and chocolate Basque cheesecake.

Photographed 1/28/25. It is Hanachozu of Naritasan Kawagoe Betsuin.

Photographed 2/1/25. This is Hanachozu of Chuin.

Photographed 2/1/25. CAFE ANDON's Cafe Latte and Strawberry Shortcake. ☕️🍰 Strawberry Shortcake will be available until tomorrow. Thank you very much. 😊

[Media Information] NHK "Hotto News Hokkaido Okhotsk" Wednesday, February 5, 18:40-19:00 * Limited to Okhotsk and northern Hokkaido areas * The content of the broadcast is subject to change. Scenes of the Tsubetsu Ice Candle Festival held yesterday will be introduced. In fact, he was in close contact with us from the production of ice candles and snow sculptures! I'm ♪ looking forward to the broadcast Please take a look! The photo shows the ice candles that were lit yesterday! It was very beautiful! 🔥❄️🔥 Thank you for coming! Congratulations to all the members of the executive committee! #Okhotsk #okhotsk #Tsubetsu #Tsubetsu #Tsubetsu #Tsubetsu Town #hokkaido #Hokkaido #Ice Candle Festival #Tsubetsu Ice Candle Festival #Sansan Kan #Tsubetsu Town Multipurpose Activity Center #Media appearance #Broadcast schedule #NHK #Hotto News Hokkaido Okhotsk

Photographed 2/1/25. This is CAFE ANDON. It's Squid.

Today, I attended the Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine Monthly Festival. It is Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine around 7:45.

Photographed 1/27/25. This is the Styrofoam art of the white cat of the eel specialty store Unako.

Ichiyamamoto Seki visits the Roadside Station! The local sumo wrestler from Iwanai-cho, Ichiyamamoto Seki, who finished the January tournament with a winning record, has come to the Roadside Station! Ichiyamamoto Seki visits the Roadside Station! The staff were flustered by the sudden visit… He also came for an interview and related appearances on TV. He is said to be about 10 kg heavier now than when the life-size panel was photographed.😳 He kindly posed for photos— Thank you very much!! Keep up the great work from now on!👏🏻

With the help of Sansankan, I went to pick up the ice candles made by the executive committee members! Very beautiful ✨✨✨ We have collected more than 150 pieces in various places alone! I'm grateful for that 🙇 ♀️ Tomorrow, these ice candles will be lit. The festival starts at 2 p.m. and the lighting ceremony is scheduled for 4:30 p.m. Please come and visit us ✨❄️✨ For details of the Events, please visit Sansankan Social Media! https://www.instagram.com/tsubetsu.sansankan/... #Okhotsk #okhotsk #Tsubetsu #Tsubetsu #Tsubetsu #Tsubetsu Town #hokkaido #Hokkaido #Hokkaido Events #Tsubetsu Eye Candle Festival #Events #The 12th Tsubetsu Eye Candle Festival #Sansankan #Ice Candle #Events Information #Tsubetsu Town Multipurpose Activity Center #Ice Candle Festival #Winter Events