Shinko Festival of the Gion Festival. Hoyt while carrying a Mikoshi portable shrine! Hoyt!! Scene of shouting was like a symbol of summer in Kyoto.

Inside the venue of the Gion Festival Gari smoke from the stalls rises into the sky The smoke is illuminated by the lights. It was like Yamaboko was standing on the stage of Gion. Combined with the overflowing enthusiasm of people An indescribable live feeling is created The whole venue became a fantastic view.

"Senjokaku Pavilion" in Miyajima, Hatsukaichi City, Hiroshima Prefecture The shadows stretching out were very beautiful

"Koi Castle, Hiroshima Castle" in Hiroshima City Surrounded by cherry blossom trees, you can see a beautiful fresh greenery in Spring

Icicles: "This is mine!"

Daikichi: "It's peaceful today." It was 🐻 Daikichi looking somewhere far away

The photo shows Rinnoji Temple located in Aoba-ku, Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture. It is a historic temple that was founded in 1441 by the 11th generation of the Date clan in Yangkawa, Date County Date City, Fukushima Prefecture, and moved to its current location in the 7th year of Keicho 1602 after the opening of Sendai by Date Masamune in the Edo period.

Shinshu Kankōchi Suwa!!! Around Suwa lies the Kirigamine Highlands, where gentle rolling terrain stretches from Kurumayama to Washigamine. In late June, alpine plants such as azaleas (Renge tsutsuji), daylilies (Nikkō kisuge), and scabious (Matsumushi-sō) paint the green meadows in vibrant colors. You can also enjoy sweeping views of Japan’s famous peaks, including Mt. Fuji, the Japanese Alps, and the Yatsugatake Range. The area generates strong updrafts favorable for glider flight, and Kirigamine is known as the birthplace of gliding in Japan. Kirigamine contains the “Three Great Kirigamine Wetlands.” Together, Kurumayama, Yashimagahara Wetland, and Ikeno Kurumi Odoriba Wetland host more than 400 subalpine plant species year-round. They are designated a National Natural Monument and are wetlands rare even on a global scale. In early summer you can see the renge azaleas in bloom, their vivid orange flowers at their most beautiful. In summer, as in the photo, the Nikkō kisuge daylilies come into full bloom 🌼. Most of the photos were kindly provided by staff at our Kirigamine Nature Conservation Center. This year the blossoms may appear a little earlier than usual. Thanks to local Kirigamine caretakers, deer damage seems reduced, so this could be an exceptional season. Why not breathe in the clear, nature-filled highland air of Suwa and visit to refresh your body and mind? ※ The photos are from 2023.

A cave shrine called Cheonangawara. As shown in the photo, the custom of piling up stones began many years ago, and the stones on one side give you a sense of history.

Aoshima Shrine in Miyazaki Prefecture. It has a history of about 1200 years. In ancient times, the entire island was considered a sacred area, and the general public could not enter the island until the middle of the Edo period. It is a beautiful place with both the sky and the sea.

Musashi Ichinomiya Hikawa Shrine in Omiya in Saitama Jade. It is customary to make the First Pilgrimage to the Shrine here every year. There is a long line for fortune telling and prayer. Fortune tellers who were unlucky will improve their luck by tying them.

Hydrangea field illuminated by the morning sun This can be taken in Jade prefecture It is × sea of clouds ×sunrise the rising sun. At this Period, a rare sea of clouds appeared 🤤

no season is offseason for Japan. In summer there are so many thing to see and do here in Kawagoe. Kawagoe is a historical town known as coedo or little edo. It is a edo period warehouse district. Tokinokane or the bell tower which is the landmark of Kawagoe can be seen nicely. This couple was enjoying the traditional and historical city in a traditional fashion. The old style house and bell tower in the background makes the atmosphere more beautiful.

Nachi Falls 2021.12.25 It is this "Nachi Falls" where a number of stream overlap in the main stream that stream from the Mt. Undori in the depths of Mt. Nachi, and finally fall as if cutting through the virgin forest. The water column is 133 meters high, the Choshi mouth is 13 meters wide, and the depth of the Waterfall basin is 10 meters, making it one of the three famous waterfalls in Japan. There are three cuts in the bedrock of Choshiguchi, and it is also called the "Three Streaks Falls" because it begins to fall in three streaks.

TDS/Fantasy Springs Rapunzel's area, lanterns are beautiful 😊 at night I want to see it in the daytime next time.

A 1 km stretch of Edo-period streets! A feature on the charms of Narai-juku Let me introduce Narai-juku, located at the northernmost edge of the Kiso Road! Narai-juku was designated a National Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings in 1978, and in 2016 the Kiso Road including Narai-juku was registered as a Japan Heritage site, making it a place of great historical value. Narai-juku preserves about 1 km of Edo-period streets. Just strolling along the streetscape is an enjoyable way to sightsee. With completely different looks in each season, you can visit several times a year without ever getting bored! In Narai-juku you can enjoy Nagano Prefecture specialties such as soba noodles, gohei-mochi rice cakes, oyaki stuffed dumplings, and local sake. You can also buy regional crafts unique to the area, such as Kiso lacquerware and bentwoodware, as souvenirs! By the way, the production center for Kiso lacquerware is right next door in Kisohirasawa, and Kisohirasawa is also designated a National Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings! It’s fun to drop by Kisohirasawa while you’re visiting Narai-juku!! Some shops offer kimono and yukata dressing services, so you can dress up and walk the Edo streets for a true time‑slip experience! In the past, Narai-juku was used as a filming location for the morning drama Ohisama, and it is cherished as a pilgrimage site by fans. Please come and visit Narai-juku!

Mibusawa Fudo Falls A beautiful waterfall with a drop of about 17 meters that plunges in a straight line. Revered as sacred water since ancient times, it has long served as a place for ascetic training and ritual purification. The Fudo Myoo statue standing to the left of the falls is said to have been invited from Naritasan in Shimousa Province in Kyōhō 18 (1733). Along with the waterfall, it drew the devotion of many people, and festivals once attracted large numbers of worshippers from nearby villages. A rainmaking legend is also associated with the site. The two stone Buddhist figures standing in front of the Fudo Myoo statue are Kongara Doji (left) and Seitaka Doji (right). They were erected in Shōwa 9 (1934) to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the statue’s enshrinement. At the same time, a silkworm-dedication deity (Kintama-hime), a stone monument inscribed with a poem by Matsuo Taseko, and a commemorative monument engraved by Chizan Kitahara were also installed. A gift of Senior Fifth Rank: a poem by Matsuo Taseko Manse mo taenu nagare ya Mibusawa no Taki no shiraito kurikaeshitsu (The river’s flow goes on through the ages; the white threads of Mibusawa Falls repeat themselves) Details for Mibusawa Fudo Falls Parking A few cars can park on the roadside shoulder Toilets None Other It is about a five-minute walk along a footpath from the parking area. Contact Toyooka Travel Time (0265-49-3395)

Sarah: "What are you doing~? ｣

Ukusu Shrine - Shizuoka Prefecture Tangible Cultural Property Designation It is said that the place name of Ukusu became Ugusu after the name of the Great camphor tree, and the Precincts of this palace is wide, and a large camphor tree tree once Restrooms available it. Restrooms available at Ukusu Shrine is a hexagonal fishing lantern designated as a tangible cultural property of the prefecture, and it is a graceful and exquisite work with bronze plate castings throughout, a crest of ascending wisteria hammered out on top of the arabesque openwork in the center, and a jewel engraved on the eaves of the upper and lower rows. In recent years, Ukusu Shrine has held an event called "Wind Chime Shrine" to decorate the worship hall with 240 blue wind chimes only in the summer. ■Address 1269-1 Ukusu, Nishi-Izu Town, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka

Tofukuji Temple - The painting on the ceiling is wonderful Thereare this temple is located along the prefectural road Ito Nishi-Izu Line, in front of the clear streams of the Nishina River, behind the Yamamon Bell Tower. It was established as Tenfukuji Temple in the year of Tenfuku about 750 years ago, and was later called Tofukuji. On the ceiling of the main hall, there are Thereare 500 arhats painted with plaster by a craftsman commonly known as Nonbei Yasu Mr./Ms. at the end of the Taisho period. 【Business hours】8:30~17:00 【Regular holiday】None Restrooms available Phone number: 0558-52-0549 ■Address 24-1 Naka Nishi-Izu Town, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka

Nishitenjo Highlands - A refreshing Highlands with an elevation of 750m This is a spacious meadow that you can't believe is Izu. Dairy cows graze in the clear air, the greenery of Kumazasa, the mountains of Amagi and Suruga Bay, and on a clear day, you can see the Southern Alps and Mt. Fuji. From early to mid-April, you can see the Mamekawa cherry blossoms along the roadside that goes up to the Highlands, and the mame cherry blossoms blooming all over the Highlands from mid to late April. ■Address Ukusu, Nishi-Izu Town, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka

Koganezaki - Recognized as one of the 100 Strange Rock Views of Japan Koganezaki is a scenic spot known for its wonderful views of Suruga Bay and Mt. Fuji, and for its beautiful rock faces that shine golden in the Sunset. The entire cape is a park, and There are Promenade, Lawn square, Observation decks, Mt. Fuji view Spot "Fujimi Hill", and the literary monument of Yukio Mishima. This golden rock surface was dyed by high-temperature hot spring water and geothermal heat, and was designated as a natural monument of Shizuoka Prefecture in 1988 Showa 63. The Strange Rock, which looks exactly like a horse's head, has recently been adored by the nickname "Horse Rock". There is also a rumor that "the person who stopped by to pray for the victory of the horse race won big"? Ema depicting horse rock is sold at "Koganesuto". ■Address 3566-7 Ukusu, Nishi-Izu Town, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka

Tensodo - Dogashima's biggest attraction The Tensodo is made of white tuff, and a sea erosion tunnel is formed underneath like a beehive. Restrooms available to this cave are the east, south, and west entrances, and the tour boat enters from this south exit and proceeds to the skylight with a round ceiling in the center, and a band of light shines from the ceiling to the sea surface in the dark cave, and you can see a mysterious scene. This Tensodo can also be seen from above the Restrooms available Tensodo on the Course of Dogashima Promenade. ■Address Dogashima, Nishina, Nishi-Izu Town, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka

Sanshiro Island Tombolo of Dogashima Sanshiro Island is a four-island consisting of Denbei Island, Nakanoshima, Okinosejima, and Takashima Island, located about 200 meters off the coast, and is so called because it looks like three or four depending on the viewing angle. In addition, at low tide, the sea appears as far as Denbei Island in the foreground, and you can walk across it without getting your feet wet, and this phenomenon is called "tombolo" and is a very rare phenomenon designated as a natural monument. However, even at low tide, it is difficult to walk without getting your feet wet unless the tide level is below 30 centimeters, so please check in advance. 【Points of Tombolo Sightseeing】 ・Be sure to check the tide table before visiting! ・ It is best on days when the tide level is 30 cm or less. ・ You can cross for about 1 hour before and after the low tide time varies depending on sea conditions and weather 【Notes】 During the day from October to February, the tide does not recede enough to make the road appear, so it is not possible to cross. If it is during the day from March to September, it is relatively easy to cross. However, Restrooms available is not available, so please be sure to check in advance before going out ■Address Nishina, Nishi-Izu Town, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka

Shiojiri’s top pick for sightseeing! A feature on the charms of the Mt. Takabocchi Highlands Located east of Shiojiri City between the city and the Suwa area at an altitude of 1,655 m, here are the attractions of the Mt. Takabocchi Highlands! Mt. Takabocchi Highlands is famous for taking stunning photos—so much so that it’s called “Japan’s number-one photo spot”! You can take in sweeping views of Mount Fuji, the Northern Alps, the Central Alps, Norikura, and Mt. Myoko, Japan’s representative peaks. Add in Lake Suwa, the sea of clouds, azaleas known as rengetsuzutsuji, and grazing cows, and you’re guaranteed picture-perfect shots if you bring a camera! Sunset, sunrise, and night each reveal completely different faces of the highland, which is part of its appeal! In particular, Mt. Takabocchi Highlands is the only place where you can capture the sea of clouds, Lake Suwa, and Mount Fuji in a single frame! A campground is also available! Camping while gazing at the mountains is simply unbeatable! For details and reservations, search for “Mt. Takabocchi Highlands Campground”! It’s also great for moderate hikes! There are trails around the ranch and a promenade to the summit, offering a pleasant distance you can enjoy while breathing the fresh highland air! Along the way you might meet cows and rengetsuzutsuji in bloom! Mt. Takabocchi Highlands is also famous as a sacred site featured in Yuri Camp△ and Your Name. Enjoy the same scenery that appears with the characters in those stories! It’s about a 30‑minute drive from Shiojiri IC, so please come and visit!

Dawn of Inuyama Castle Inuyama City, Aichi

During a recent visit to the Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter in Japan, I was enchanted by the beautiful white-walled townscape and the rich history and art it held. The serene atmosphere along the Kurashiki River, with its white-walled warehouses and willow trees, offered a truly unique and charming experience. Exploring the traditional buildings and modern shops, such as the Kurashiki Canvas and Kurashiki Denim stores, was a delight. The area was bustling with tourists. I spent an entire day enjoying myself in the history, art, and culture of this remarkable quarter and look forward to returning in the future.

[Kitadake Information] 2024.6.23 2024 Reiwa 6 Kitadake Information on June 23rd. The mountaineering season has finally arrived! Enjoy a memorable climb by preparing in advance and planning your climb with plenty of time to spare.

It's amazing to hear about Shirakawago, located in Gifu Prefecture. It's not just a beautiful spot, but it offers so much more. The village's Gassho-style houses, with over 100 buildings of this style still standing, are truly remarkable. I enjoyed the experience the traditional Japanese scenery and rural ways of life there. The rich history of the area dating back to 7000 B.C. is truly awe-inspiring. The iconic gassho-style houses with their large thatched roofs resembling hands joined in prayer are such a beautiful representation of the village's unique culture.

Hachiji Koshoji Temple. It is a classic composition for this period. Nagoya, Aichi