Ōyama Sky Lantern®🌠 2025 On Sunday, January 12, 2025, a Ōyama Sky Lantern® launch was held at Ōyama Afuri Shrine Lower Precincts.✨ Kururin also appeared to cheer, and the event attracted a large crowd. At 700 meters above sea level, the winter air was crisp, and the combination of sky lanterns carrying wishes and the night view was extraordinary. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all participants and everyone involved. ✨OyamaCableCar will run night services and illuminate the line on weekends only through Sunday, January 26, with operations until 7:00 p.m. ✨Amazake will be offered to the first 200 visitors (canceled in case of rain) from 4:00 p.m. Eligibility: round-trip tickets between Oyama Cable Station and Afuri Shrine Station or holders of the Tanzawa-Ōyama Free Pass A ticket ・January 18 (Sat) in front of Sakuraya ・January 19 (Sun), January 25 (Sat), and January 26 (Sun) in front of Sanshuden ✨Popular characters will appear (canceled in case of rain) Location: Ōyama Afuri Shrine Lower Precincts Each day at 2:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m., and 4:30 p.m., 15–20 minutes per appearance ・Kanagawa Chuo Kotsu mascot character "Kanamin" January 18 (Sat) and January 19 (Sun) ・Odakyu Electric Railway child-rearing support mascot character "Mokoron" January 25 (Sat) and January 26 (Sun) Please come and enjoy a special night view and events on winter Ōyama. Access: From the North Exit of Isehara Station on the Odakyu Line, take bus stop No. 4 bound for "Oyama Cable"—about a 30-minute ride. Get off at the last stop and walk 15 minutes along Koma Sando to the cable car station.

Preparations are entering the final stage! We open on January 25th! We look forward to welcoming you. All preparatory work is currently proceeding at full speed! Opening on January 25th! We look forward to seeing you there.

[Welcomed by 3,000 Hina Dolls 🎎] Right now, at Omachi Onsenkyo’s Tateyama Prince Hotel, the Tate-Pri Theater Series No. 5 “Tateyama Hina Display of Crimson Lotus” is on show 🎎✨ It is open for anyone to visit until Thursday, April 3rd 😌 Also, Tateyama Prince Hotel offers a dinner plan for guests staying in Hakuba, timed to the circular bus that connects the Hakuba area with accommodations and restaurants in Omachi City 🚌🍽 For details, see below 🔽🔽🔽 https://kanko-omachi.gr.jp/news/90613/...

Kaiseki featuring seasonal ingredients [Seasonal Chef Recommended Dinner Course]. Limited to 15 meals a day, introducing the Japanese menu for January and February! 🌟menu ・ Seasonal sauce ・Assorted tuna, sweet shrimp, and salmon ・Fried chicken with lemon ・Chicken water cooking ・Salmon roe bowl (incense) ・Today's Fun Dessert Wagon 　Panna cotta with roses and framboise 　Marron Swiss roll cake 　Strawberry Shortcake 　Cream puffs with sweet potatoes 　Cafe gelato 4~5 kinds of desserts are offered 🍰 daily by wagon service 🌟 Delivery time 17：00～21：00（L.O.20：00） 🌟fee 1 person ¥5,200 🌟place B1 Four Seasons Reservations and details 📞011-222-1522 Or visit the 💖 hotel's website We look ✨ forward to seeing you

“Kitagawa Onsen Moon Road” Kitagawa Onsen Moon Road was selected as one of Japan’s One Hundred Famous Moon Views as a moon to be treasured for generations. For three days around the full moon, on nights when the moon shines especially bright, a lunar path—the Moon Road—appears as moonlight paints a path across the sea. This scene is unique to Higashiizu, where the town’s entire east coast faces the ocean. On the night of the full moon many visitors come with cameras to capture the view. Experience a mysterious moment long spoken of in local legend: “If you pray on the Moon Road under a shining moon, your wish will come true…” Come and see it for yourself. At Izu Kitagawa Onsen, a representative spot for viewing the Moon Road, the “Nekosai Day” event is held on every full moon. “Nekosai” refers to a fixed-net fishery, and Nekosai Day offers prayers for the safety and big catches of fixed-net fishermen, with free charcoal-grilled fish served to visitors. Enjoy this full-moon hospitality in Izu Kitagawa, Higashiizu. (In 2025, Nekosai Day begins on the full moon of February 12.) For details about “Kitagawa Onsen Moon Road” and “Nekosai Day,” please check the Kitagawa Onsen Ryokan Association website. https://www.hokkawa-onsen.com/mangetsu_nekosainohi...

[Photograph of Unose from the sky] Yunose is the entrance to the Fuji River descending into the mountainous area again Location. Due to the narrow width of the river and the lack of downstream capacity Flood damage had occurred. Therefore, a major excavation of the mountainside slope was carried out.

🌊 Let's explore Miyagawa Bay! 
 Continuing from last time, this time we will introduce "Miyagawa Bay"! The fascinating world of ✨ the sea can be reached in about 90 minutes from Tokyo It is 🤿🐟 a Spot that can be enjoyed by beginners and veterans alike 📖 Be sure to 👉 check out the highlights on the slides

[Notice] New product♪ Shop information at Roadside Station Iwanai! From Sasaya Shokudo 100% deep sea water — flat-pan method — Pure Salt JUN-EN now in stock!! Including tax, it is 450 yen. "Winter vegetables" grown in a snowhouse in Kyowa Town have arrived 👏 These winter vegetables were raised slowly without heating in the cold winter! How about some fresh-picked produce?

❄️ Winter at Shosenkyo Gorge: behold the frozen splendor of Senga Falls ❄️ Hello! This is the Shosenkyo Tourist Association 😊✨ This week we’re highlighting “The Charms of Shosenkyo in Winter.” Our featured spot is Senga Falls, a grand cascade with a 30-meter drop 🌊❄️ In winter, Senga Falls combines a powerful torrent with frozen rock walls at its sides, turning the scene into what feels like a sculpture carved by nature. The roar of the waterfall and the surrounding hush intersect to create vistas that look straight out of an ink painting. 🖤🎨 The black-and-white winter palette offers a special atmosphere you can’t find in other seasons. Bring your camera and come experience this one-of-a-kind view in person 📸✨ ❄️ Want to discover more of Shosenkyo’s winter beauty? ❄️ We warmly await your visit!

❄️ Welcome to the frozen Great Waterfall and Itajiki Valley — a winter-only spectacular ❄️ Hello. This is the Shosenkyo Tourist Association. We bring you “The Winter Charms of Shosenkyo Gorge”! Here, the frozen Great Waterfall and the river through Itajiki Valley weave a mysterious scene✨ It feels like a monochrome painting where time stands still🖤🎨 The colder and longer the low temperatures persist, the more the frozen falls and the crystal-clear river flow create a striking contrast, completing what is truly a “winter-only work of art.” This beauty is not just a must-see for photographers but a must-shoot spot!📸✨ Capture this special view with your camera and share winter at Shosenkyo Gorge on your social media! ❄️ A request for visitors ❄️ The ground in front of the waterfall is frozen and slippery. For your safety, please take great care while walking.

❄️ Frost-covered trees have appeared in Shosenkyo Gorge ❄️ Hello from the Shosenkyo Tourist Association! This week we present “Shosenkyo’s Winter Charms.” For visitors to Shosenkyo this winter, the staff of Yamanashi Wine Kingdom have lovingly completed a gigantic curtain of ice. This fusion of nature and craftsmanship creates ice art so stunning it feels like stepping into a fantasy world. Icicles sparkling against the blue sky captivate every viewer ✨🌨️ Be sure to take commemorative photos with this special scenery as your backdrop and share your winter memories of Shosenkyo on social media 📸💙. Likes are sure to pour in! Don’t miss this once-a-winter spectacular ❄️

Today, Sunday, January 12, the 40th Donton-yaki festival was held at Atami Sun Beach. This annual event is a long-standing tradition jointly organized by the ten neighborhood associations of the eastern and central districts. This year too, residents and tourists gathered to circle the piled New Year decorations called an ‘onbe’. At 11:00 a Shinto ceremony was performed by Chief Priest Amemiya of Kinomiya Shrine, and after the ritual the priest lit the fire. The ‘onbe’ blazed up vigorously as everyone prayed for health, academic success, prosperous business, and protection from fires. The photos look a bit dark, but it was actually sunny! Tourists who happened to pass by also stopped to watch this traditional New Year event.

Diving in winter?! ❄️⛄️ Did you know that you can enjoy diving in Japan all year round? Of course, you can also dive in winter! ❄️✨ By wearing a dry suit, which is a suit in the winter when the body does not get wet, it is a perfect measure against the cold. You can comfortably venture in the sea even in the cold season! 👍😃 This photo shows the Popular "Drift Ice Diving" that can be experienced in Shiretoko, 🧊🧊 Hokkaido Limited to February and March, this is a special experience where you can explore the mysterious world under the ice floe that you can't usually see! !️ Why don't you create unforgettable diving memories together in the sea of Japan, which is full of the charm of the four seasons? All of our staff are looking forward to seeing you! ❤️ ------------------------------------- 💬 Let us know in 😃 the comments Would you like to feel the charm of diving in the waters of Japan? 🌸🐠🐢 Tag your ocean-loving friends and plan your next adventure together! ------------------------------------- Let's 😍 enjoy the world of the sea together Hokule'a Shonan offers hands-on courses that even beginners can participate in with confidence, a PADI certification program that allows you to qualify in three days, and special tours that allow you to fully enjoy the charm of the sea in all four seasons. The Izu Peninsula, Manazuru Peninsula, and Shonan area can be participated in even on a day trip! Why don't you enjoy the beautiful scenery and encounters with creatures in the water with outstanding transparency? Now it's time to take the first step towards an unforgettable diving experience! 🌸✨

This is really Tokyo! ?️ This is in 🏝️✨ the beautiful sea of Izu Oshima Island, Tokyo In the rich sea brought about by the blessings of the Kuroshio Current, I met 🐢💙 a sea turtle swimming gracefully How divine! !️ Let's experience it together! !️🤿 ------------------------------------- 💬 Let us know in 😃 the comments Do you want to try diving in Japan? 🌸🐠🐢 Tag your ocean-loving friends and plan your next adventure together! ------------------------------------- Let's 😍 dive together Hokule'a Shonan offers hands-on diving that even beginners can enjoy with peace of mind, PADI certification courses that can be obtained in three days, and special tours that allow you to experience the charm of the sea in the four seasons unique to Japan. You can participate in the Izu Peninsula, Manazuru Peninsula, and the Shonan Sea even on a day trip! Why don't you enjoy the beautiful sea scenery and encounters with creatures in the transparent underwater world? Now it's time to take the first step towards an unforgettable diving experience! 🌸✨

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Enjoy the winter nature of Drift Ice Park "Okhotsk Drift Ice Park Winter Land 2025" Period: January 25 (Sat) ~ February 24 (Mon) Monbetsu during this period is the peak season of "drift ice tourism". If you're lucky, you'll even catch a glimpse of the ice floes that crash along the coast of the Sea of Okhotsk. 【Snow Rafting & Banana Boat】 〇期間〇 Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays during the period Reception from 10 a.m. ~ 3 p.m. 〇Fee〇 Common to Adult and Children "Short Course" (about 1km) 500 yen ・ A course from the Aozora Exchange Hall to turn around the wildflower square. "Drift Ice Course" (about 3km) 1,000 yen ・ A long course from the Aozora Exchange Center to the hills of Rappa. ・ Banana boat = 3 seaters ・ Rafting = 5 people (up to 3 high school students and older, total weight 300 kg or less) ・Children in the lower grades of elementary school and younger must ride with their parents. * If a preschooler is riding, the speed will be slowed down. ・We will guide you in the order of reception. ・Advance reservations are not accepted. [Walking Skiing & Snow Shoe] 〇期間〇 During the period Reception from 10 a.m. ~ 3 p.m. 〇Fee〇 Free 〇Size〇 For general use, for juniors (no infants) * You can also bring your own. Use it in the list of users. 【Snow Play Square】 〇期間〇 During the period 9 a.m. ~ 4 p.m. 〇Venue〇 Aozora Exchange Hall side green stage At the Aozora Exchange Hall, we will open a plaza where you can fully enjoy Monbetsu in winter, such as making bobsleigh and snowmen. There is also a rental of res and snowball making machines. (You can bring your own) 【Venue and Inquiries】 Hokkaido Okhotsk Drift Ice Park Aozora Exchange Hall 〒094-0023 101-6 MotoMonbetsu, Monbetsu City, Hokkaido Phone (0158)27-4560

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

Daisen Sky Lantern® —Wishes from 700 m above 🌠— Notice: Event goes ahead in light rain; cancelled in severe weather At last, on Sunday, January 12, 2025, from 4:30 PM at Afuri Shrine Lower Shrine on Mt. Daisen, we will release 50 Daisen Sky Lanterns®! As of today the weather is improving, so we will hold the event as planned. Participants who have registered should come to the Afuri Shrine Lower Shrine Assembly Hall for check-in between 3:00 PM and 4:00 PM. We can only pray for good weather. Viewing is free of charge. Temperatures are expected to be low that day, so please dress accordingly. Winter on Mt. Daisen — a lineup of events! ✨Weekend and holiday program from Saturday, January 11 to Sunday, January 26, 2025✨ For seven limited winter days this year, the Daisen Cable Car line will be lit up and run night service until 7:00 PM. *Popular characters will make appearances ● 2:00 PM ● 3:00 PM ● 4:30 PM (cancelled in rain) January 11 (Sat), 12 (Sun) and 13 (Mon, public holiday) ✨Kururin✨ ※On January 12 (Sun) there will be no 4:30 PM appearance. January 18 (Sat) and 19 (Sun) ✨Kanamin✨ January 25 (Sat) and 26 (Sun) ✨Mokoron✨ ◆Venue: Afuri Shrine Lower Shrine, Mt. Daisen *Amazake served to the first 200 visitors (cancelled in rain) from 4:00 PM Eligibility: Round-trip ticket between Daisen Cable Station and Afuri Shrine Station or holders of the Tanzawa–Daisen Free Pass A ticket ※For details, see the Daisen Cable Car official website Distribution on January 11 (Sat), 12 (Sun), 13 (Mon, public holiday) and January 18 (Sat) Distribution site: in front of Sakuraya Distribution on January 19 (Sun), January 25 (Sat) and January 26 (Sun) Distribution site: in front of the Assembly Hall Access: From Odakyu Line Isehara Station, North Exit, Bus Stop No. 4 Take the bus bound for “Daisen Cable” — about 30 minutes Get off at the final stop and walk 15 minutes along Koma Sando to the cable car station

Japanese smelt fishing venue 🎣 that is not very crowded on weekdays It is only 10 minutes by car from Memanbetsu Airport, You can enjoy fishing quietly and leisurely in the surrounding Nature! There are plenty of bait sales and fishing rod rentals, so even beginners can easily get started! Please come in warm clothes, and 🧣 shoes are recommended to wear rubber boots or winter boots to prevent snow from entering. There are also many wild birds around the venue, so it is recommended to take a walk using snowshoes or binoculars 😊 It is rented at the Tourist Association Secretariat, so please use it!

🌊 I can't believe there was such a place! ⬇️ Did you know that there is such an underwater world in the suburbs of Tokyo? ⬇️ Speaking of the sea, which can be reached in just one hour from Central Tokyo, there is a diving area in Kanagawa Prefecture. Many people think of Okinawa when they think of diving in Japan, but Kanagawa Prefecture has 8 areas and 14 diving spots waiting for you! You can also enjoy a day trip with diving + α. It is also recommended to go out for a weekend stay. 📲 Swipe the slides to check out its charms! !️ Next time, we will introduce diving spots by area. The first is a Special Feature on "Miyagawa Bay" on the Miura Peninsula! It's the perfect Spot ✨ for beginners and experienced divers alike Please look forward to it!

＼Accommodation information for Iijimamachi, Nagano Prefecture／ [Lodging × Hair Salon] muir (Mūa) A 40-year-old, sturdy vacant house with a pronounced gable-roof style. Its nostalgic yet reassuring Showa-era charm is too precious to tear down. A travel-loving husband-and-wife hairdresser team who moved here poured in every value they learned while living abroad, and gradually carried out a self-renovation. They turned the wish “If only a place like this existed” into reality. Get a cut and head spa during a drive or touring trip. Use it as a reunion base for meeting friends after a long time. Or stay as a relaxed place to catch your breath. Perfect for those looking for a salon with natural-focused menus Address: 843-1 Shichikubo, Iijimamachi, Kamiina County, Nagano Prefecture Website: https://www.muirjapan.com//

＼Accommodation Information for Iijimamachi, Nagano Prefecture／ ・Private rental renovated kominka (traditional house) "nagare" Nagare is a renovated 100-year-old kominka, a privately rented traditional house available to only one group per day. "nagare" sits quietly in a small lodging surrounded by vast, beautiful nature and satoyama life that follows the seasons. Enjoy the gentle passage of time in this unique space in the Inadani Valley. Location: 2445-1 Tagiri, Iijimamachi, Kamiina County, Nagano Prefecture Phone: 050-3576-2440 Website: https://nagare.cc//

Notice of temporary closure of the public toilet at Mount Oyama Summit 2025.1.10 The public toilet at Mount Oyama Summit is currently unavailable due to a frozen water supply pipe. If you plan to head for Mount Oyama Summit, please start early to allow plenty of time and use nearby toilets such as those near Oyama Afuri Shrine Lower Shrine before setting out. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding and cooperation. We will announce when service is expected to resume. Access: Odakyu Line Isehara Station North Exit, Bus Stop No. 4 Take the bus bound for "Oyama Cable" for about 30 minutes Get off at the final stop and walk 15 minutes along the Koma approach to the cable car station

Wakamasu Bakery 🥖 @wakamasu_bakery (Instagram) A beloved shop frequented by regulars, I visited Wakamasu Bakery. The bakery has run for three generations from the founder to the current owner, moving from the original Ina shop to Suwa, and has continued for 99 years! Today, the owner and her father bake the bread together 🍞 Wakamasu began in Ina in the great-grandfather’s time, and the shop is linked to Nagano’s soul food, the gyūnyū pan (milk bread)!!! Pop-up signs in the shop explain the products and highlight their commitment to domestic wheat and sudakito (sudaki sugar), a mineral-rich sugar made from 100% cane. Their beloved “Milk Ball” is famous, and many regulars come just for it 🥖 ・A long-time favorite, the soft French-style roll filled with milk cream: the Milk Ball ・Owner’s pick: Cream Bread filled generously with homemade custard cream ・A recent hit: Croque Monsieur with homemade béchamel sauce, ham, and cheese ・Four kinds of sandwiches and two kinds of savory baked breads are available. ◎ Wakamasu Bakery 📍 4-11-10 Kogan Street, Suwa City ☎ 0266-52-3488 ◎ Business hours: 8:00 – 16:00 ◎ Business days: Thursday, Friday, Saturday ◎ Homepage: https://www.instagram.com/wakamasu_bakery/... Regular customers are hooked on Wakamasu Bakery’s Milk Ball! The owner’s great-grandfather started Wakamasu Bakery in Ina. Wakamasu Bakery has been in business for 99 years. Later, the owner’s father moved the shop to its current location in Suwa. Today, the owner and her father bake the bread together. Between you and me, Wakamasu Bread is connected to gyūnyū pan (milk cream bread). Nowadays the owner uses domestic wheat and sudaki sugar (a Japanese sugar rich in minerals). She is particular about ingredients. These are the regular offerings: ・Regular customers come for the Milk Ball. ・The owner’s recommendation is Cream Bread with homemade custard cream. ・A recent trend is the croque monsieur with homemade béchamel sauce, ham, and cheese. ・Four kinds of sandwiches and two kinds of cooked breads. ◎ Wakamasu Bakery 📍 4-11-10 Kogan Street, Suwa City ☎ 0266-52-3488 ◎ Business hours: 8:00 – 16:00 ◎ Business days: Thursday, Friday, Saturday ◎ Homepage: https://www.instagram.com/wakamasu_bakery/...

Hello to all COOL JAPAN VIDEOS viewers! This is the Suigo Sawara Tourism Association. Sawara, Katori City, Chiba Prefecture, located in the northeastern part of Chiba Prefecture, is a town that flourished as a transit point for water transportation on the Tone River. There is a history of developing the culture transmitted from Edo as Sawara's unique culture. The remnants of the traditional Traditional Japanese straw raincoat of that time still remain along the Ono River Coast and Katori Kaido, and you can experience the atmosphere of good old Japan In December 1996 (Heisei 8), it was selected as an "Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings" for the first time in the Kanto region. It is also known as the town where Ino Tadataka, who created the map of Japan during the Edo period, lived. ◆Introduction of sightseeing spots in Sawara, Katori City, Chiba Prefecture◆ ◇ Katori Jingu Shrine It is the Sohonzan of about 400 Katori Shrines throughout Japan. In the vast Precincts called Katori Forest, there are sacred cedar trees and old cedars with a circumference of about 10 meters that are 1,000 years old. During the season when hundreds of cherry trees are in bloom, many cherry blossom viewers visit. ◇Suwa Shrine It is a shrine located on a Hilltop, a 5-minute walk from Sawara Station, and enshrines the god of industrial development, the god of wisdom, and the god of God of higher education. The Suwa Shrine Autumn Festival, held every year in October, features 14 festival floats parade through the town. ◇Townscape of Sawara Buildings from the Edo period still remain in the town, and 13 buildings designated as prefectural designated cultural properties are lined up along the Ono River and along the Katori Kaido. It is a reminder of the lively life of the merchants of the past. ◇Roadside Station Mizu no Sato Sawara Popular agricultural products from Products from Sawara are lined up. Processing products and specialty products using local products are also popular as souvenirs. Served at local "SPF pork" tonkatsu, curry and Udon noodles at the food court, which is lined with four shops. ◇Ino Tadataka Memorial Museum Ino Tadataka, who surveyed and walked around Japan during the Edo period and created the first measured map of Japan, lived and worked in Sawara. Ino Tadataka Memorial Museum is a Museum whose achievements can be traced. The 2,345 documents left by Ino Tadataka are designated as National Treasures. ◇Koedo Sawara Boat Tour The boat tour, where you can see the historic townscape of Sawara, allows you to spend a relaxing time while immersing yourself in the history of Sawara. It takes about 30 minutes, and you can also enjoy a Boatman's guide. ◆Specialty products of Sawara, Katori City, Chiba Prefecture◆ The fertile soil of Sawara, Katori City, Chiba Prefecture, nurtures a variety of agricultural products such as rice, Sweet potatoes, mushrooms, grapes, tomatoes, strawberries, kiwifruit, carrots, and green onions. These fresh flavors enrich the food culture of Sawara, Katori City, Chiba Prefecture. ◆Festivals and Events in Sawara, Katori City, Chiba Prefecture◆ ◇Sawara Grand Festival Summer Festival, Sawara Grand Festival Autumn Festival The Sawara Grand Festival Summer Festival, held every year in July, is the Gion Festival at Yasaka Shrine, which has a history of 300 years, and the Sawara Grand Festival Autumn Festival, held every year in October, is the Gion Festival at Suwa Shrine. There are 10 festival float cars for the summer festival and 14 for the autumn festival, parade the town. The festival float is decorated with Japanese One of the largest dolls with Made-up story such as carp and falcon, and weighs 3 to 4 tons and is 7 meters high It is called one of the three major float festivals in Kanto's 3 major float festivals, and is also designated as an important Intangible folk cultural asset of Japan. ◆Charm of Sawara, Katori City, Chiba Prefecture◆ Enjoy the cityscape where you can feel like you have traveled back in time to the Edo period. In Sawara, Katori City, Chiba Prefecture, feel the history, nature and culture. Best regards at COOL JAPAN VIDEOS will send out recommended information on Sawara, Katori City!

[🍁 Gokase Autumn Leaves 2024 🍁 Results Announcement] Thank you for waiting‼️ Here are the results of “Gokase Autumn Leaves 2024” 🥳🎉 This time, the winners were chosen by votes from followers of the Gokase Tourism Association’s Instagram account 👏✨ Thank you to everyone who voted 🙇‍♀️💕 Now, let’s announce the results👇👇👇 [🥇 Gold Prize] Unoko Falls Instagram: @san.shimako.1105 (second photo) [🥈 Silver Prize] Josenji Temple Instagram: @gokase_pan (third photo) [🥉 Bronze Prize] Shirataki Instagram: @niidome2110 (fourth photo) Unoko Falls, Josenji Temple, and Shirataki… these representative Gokase autumn-leaf spots each took home an award 👏❗ Each entry highlighted the beauty of the scenery and revealed expressions different from usual—truly wonderful work 🥹✨ Congratulations to all the winners㊗️🥳🎉 And to everyone who submitted entries, voted, and took part—thank you so much😭❤️‍🔥 The campaign is still ongoing as “Winter in Gokase 2025,” so please join us 🥰 We appreciate your participation 💫

Happy New Year, everyone. We look forward to working with you in 2025. By the way, do you know the Shakotan mascot character "Unidon"? He has appeared not only in the Shakotan but also in Events Held in in Town/Village neighboring cities in Shakotan, and is a character who many promotes Shakotan. Publication of Events is sometimes posted on the Shakotan Tourism Association Facebook and Instagram pages, so please take a look at the Shakotan Tourism Association Facebook and Instagram from time to time. Then, "Unidon" and a message saying, "Everyone, Best regards Don again this year!" I hope that everyone will continue to support the Shakotan Tourism Association and "Unidon" in the future.

Happy New Year 🎍 This is En'emon Denshokan. In the crisp winter air, Kanazakura Shrine, which sits at the top of Shosenkyo Gorge, drew many worshippers again this year for its reputation of bringing good financial fortune! With a week into the New Year gone, you might find a bit more time to visit and pray at a more relaxed pace 😊 This year is the Year of the Snake, and besides “improving financial luck,” it is also said to mean “seizing happiness” and “being reborn as a new self.” ✨ People also say that carrying an item related to the year’s zodiac brings better luck. At En'emon Denshokan we have snake-motif items available, so on your way back from visiting the shrine, please enjoy the scenery of Shosenkyo Gorge and stop by En'emon Denshokan. We keep the shop warm and look forward to your visit 😊

A belated Happy New Year to you. We look forward to your continued support of Kanagawa Prefecture this year. https://www.kanagawa-kankou.or.jp//

“From the Sea to Izu! From Izu to the Sea!” Inatori–Izu Oshima Route Operation Information In spring, when plums and Kawazu cherry blossoms bloom in Izu, high-speed ferries will run from Inatori to Oshima to coincide with Oshima’s camellias. Route "Inatori–Oshima Feb. 3 (Mon)–Feb. 28 (Fri)" Oshima departs 10:45, 13:35 Arrive Inatori 11:20, 14:10 Depart Inatori 11:30, 14:20 Arrive Oshima 12:05, 14:55 "Tokyo–Tateyama–Oshima–Inatori Feb. 8 (Sat)–Feb. 28 (Fri)" Tokyo departs 8:10 Tateyama arrives 9:25 Departs 9:35 Oshima arrives 10:30 Departs 10:45 Inatori arrives 11:20 Inatori departs 14:20 Oshima arrives 14:55 Departs 15:10 Tateyama arrives 16:05 Departs 16:10 Tokyo arrives 17:25 During the period, you can reach Higashiizucho and the eastern Izu coast by sea from the Kanto region! For timetables and details, please check the Tokai Kisen Co., Ltd. website below. https://www.tokaikisen.co.jp// Also this year, on weekends from Feb. 8 (Sat) to Feb. 23 (Sun) we will operate a complimentary shuttle bus for passengers: "Inatori–Kawazu Free Sightseeing Bus" Enjoy the Kawazu Cherry Blossom Festival and the Hina no Tsurushi Kazari (hanging hina doll decorations) festival. For details, see the URL below https://www.tokaikisen.co.jp/news/618222/... Access to Inatori Port boarding point From Izu-Inatori Station to Inatori Port… On foot about 15 minutes By car about 3 minutes (parking available) Special fares and tour information Round-trip by ferry from Tokyo to Izu! "Tokyo ⇔ Inatori Round-Trip Ticket (valid up to 4 days)" Adult ¥10,800 Child ¥5,400 For details see the URL below https://www.tokaikisen.co.jp/news/618222/... "Inatori ⇔ Oshima Round-Trip Ticket" Normally ¥8,820, now Day trip Adult ¥3,000 Child ¥2,000 With overnight stay (up to 4 days) Adult ¥3,900 Child ¥2,400 For details see the URL below https://www.tokaikisen.co.jp/news/618222/... "From Oshima to Inatori: Shopping and Cherry-Viewing Cruise" Feb. 3 (Mon), Feb. 19 (Wed), Feb. 28 (Fri) This tour offers a bus sightseeing loop around the Higashiizu area departing from Oshima! Adult ¥5,500 Child ¥4,000 On the first sailing of the Inatori route in 2025, Feb. 3 (Mon), adults receive ¥1,000 off and children ¥500 off! For details see the URL below https://www.tokaikisen.co.jp/news/502387/... "Inatori Departure Rapid Bus Tour to Izu Oshima" Feb. 8 (Sat), Feb. 15 (Sat) It’s truly rapid—takes less than three hours!? It’s practically a one-stop stay on the Izu Peninsula! The tour from Inatori includes a boxed lunch and bus on Oshima. Adult ¥4,000 Child ¥2,500 For details see the URL below https://www.tokaikisen.co.jp/news/620883/...