Nice to meet you! This is the Isehara City Tourism Association. Isehara City, Kanagawa Prefecture, lies in the center of Kanagawa and has a population of 101,495 as of December 2023. About one third of its total area is covered by forests and wilderness, making it a region rich in nature. It also boasts excellent access—about 60 minutes from Shinjuku Station on the Odakyu Odawara Line (Rapid Express/Express). In this first post, we introduce Isehara City, Kanagawa Prefecture, focusing on its sightseeing spots! ─・─・─・─・─・─・─・─・─・─・─ Sightseeing Information for Isehara City, Kanagawa Prefecture ─・─・─・─・─・─・─・─・─・─・─ ■ Mt. Ooyama / Oyama Cable Car / Daisenji Temple / Oyama Afuri Shrine Mt. Ooyama, at 1,251.7 meters and part of Tanzawa-Ōyama Quasi-National Park, is one of the most popular hiking spots in the Kanto region. In 2016 it was designated a Japan Heritage site. From the summit you can see the Sagami Plain and even Tokyo’s skyscrapers on clear days, and the mountain is listed among Kanagawa’s 50 scenic spots. ・Oyama Cable Car The Ōyama Cable Line, commonly called the Oyama Cable Car, is a 0.8 km cable car. With large windows to enjoy Ooyama’s nature, it provides easy access toward the summit. ・Daisenji Temple Daisenji sits on the mountainside and is also known as Mount Amefuri. In autumn the maple trees flanking the stone steps to the main hall turn brilliant red, making it a famous spot for autumn foliage. A “Momiji Festival” is held and draws many visitors. There are four types of goshuin (temple stamps), including a striking gold-letter special edition. [Access: Get off at Daisenji Station on the Oyama Cable Car, about a 3-minute walk] ・Oyama Afuri Shrine Founded over 2,200 years ago, the shrine enshrines the three deities Ōyamatsumi no Ōkami, Ooi-Kazuchi-no-Kami, and Takaokami-no-Kami. The main shrine sits at the summit of Mt. Ooyama, with the lower shrine located on the mountainside. The view from Afuri Shrine Station on the Oyama Cable Car, which earned two stars in the Michelin Green Guide Japan, is a must-see when you get off the cable car. [Access: Get off at Afuri Shrine Station on the Oyama Cable Car] ■ Hinata Yakushi Officially named Hinatayama Hojo-bo, it enshrines a Yakushi Nyorai carved from a single block of wood and is one of Japan’s three great Yakushi temples. Until the end of the Edo period it was called Mount Hyūga Ryōzen-ji and served as a center for Hinata Shugendo, where monks practiced ascetic training in this sacred area. Every year in mid-September red spider lilies bloom around Hinata Yakushi and attract many visitors. Hinata Yakushi offers many sights starting with the Kongorikishi statues along the approach. The Hoden, built to store cultural properties, houses 23 historic Buddhist statues, including eight nationally designated items and two prefecturally designated items. The Yakushi-do, the main hall with its thatched roof, is also designated as an Important Cultural Property of Japan. ■ Isehara Tounoyama Ryokuchi Park The park and citizen green space together cover about 13 hectares, with trails and lawns where you can relax and enjoy nature at a gentle pace. The well-maintained paths make hiking enjoyable and safe even for small children. ■ Mitakeen This mikan orchard covers about 1 hectare and grows approximately 900 mikan trees. Mikan picking season runs from mid-September to around February. From mid-September you can pick early varieties such as Hinano-hime and Nitta No. 1, and from early October varieties like Miyagawa wase and Taguchi wase are available. From spring through summer you can also enjoy barbecues and vegetable-harvesting experiences. Because Mitakeen sits on the mountainside, on clear days you can enjoy views of Sagami Bay, Enoshima, and the Boso Peninsula. ─・─・─・─・─・─・─・─・─・─・─ Event Information for Isehara City, Kanagawa Prefecture ─・─・─・─・─・─・─・─・─・─・─ Isehara City hosts a variety of events throughout the year. ■ Setsubun Festival Celebrities are invited and events are held at sites such as Oyama Afuri Shrine, Sannomiya Hibita Shrine, and Isehara Daijingu Shrine. [Held: the day before Risshun (the beginning of spring)] ■ Sannomiya Hibita Shrine Spring Grand Festival Hibita Shrine has been known as a power spot since the Jomon period. The spring grand festival features three colorful karakuri doll floats parading through town. Traditional folk kagura performances take place on the shrine grounds and are another highlight. Festival stalls line the streets—about 200 vendors in 2023. [Held: usually in April] ■ Painted Lantern Festival Handmade painted lanterns line Oyama Shinmichi (the bypass), creating a magical scene that lights the night. Lantern designs include Edo-period woodblock print motifs and popular characters. A stamp rally and other events are held during the festival. [Held: mid to late August every year] ─・─・─・─・─・─・─・─・─・─・─ Accommodation Information for Isehara City, Kanagawa Prefecture ─・─・─・─・─・─・─・─・─・─・─ Isehara offers inns, temple lodgings, and hotels tucked into quiet mountain valleys. Each accommodation serves dishes made from fresh local ingredients, and some venues offer meal-only options. You can also find lodging information on the official website of the Isehara City Tourism Association for reference. With dramatic natural scenery, historic landmarks, and the mystical atmosphere of shrines and temples, Isehara City in Kanagawa Prefecture has many attractions to explore. We will continue to share Isehara’s charms through this account. 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Happy New Year. Thank you very much for visiting Tokachigawa Onsen in large numbers last year. Tokachigawa Onsen has plenty of charm even in winter. We sincerely look forward to welcoming you.

Hello to everyone watching Cool Japan Videos, nice to meet you. We are the Higashiizu Town Tourism Association in Shizuoka Prefecture! Higashiizucho, Kamo District, Shizuoka Prefecture, is a town rich in nature on the east coast of the Izu Peninsula. Along the coast, six hot spring areas—Okawa Onsen, Hokkawa Onsen, Atagawa Onsen, Katase Onsen, Shirata Onsen, and Inatori Onsen—have developed the town as a hot spring destination. For this first post on Cool Japan Videos, we bring you a taste of what makes Higashiizucho in Shizuoka Prefecture special, including recommended sights and activities! ◎ Tourist information for Higashiizucho, Shizuoka Prefecture ◆ Izu Animal Kingdom (formerly Izu Biopark) Perched on a hill above Izu Inatori Onsen, this is a full-scale leisure park. Often called "Anikin," it is beloved by visitors. At Izu Animal Kingdom you can see animals up close and even enjoy feeding experiences with giraffes and tigers (including a white tiger)! The area around Restaurant Animal Kingdom is also part of the zoo, letting you dine while watching large predators. The park also includes an amusement area, sports facilities, a plum garden called Umezono, and "Dinosaur Forest," featuring various dinosaur sculptures. There are so many attractions that a full day of fun awaits. ◆ Atagawa Banana Crocodile Garden This tropical botanical garden houses about 100 crocodiles across 16 species. Beyond crocodiles, it is the only place in Japan to keep the white-handed gibbon and the Amazonian manatee. The greenhouse uses Atagawa’s hot spring heat to grow roughly 5,000 tropical plants, including banana trees and tropical water lilies—an absolute must-see. Bananas and papayas harvested on site are served at the attached fruit parlor. ◆ Kitagawa Onsen Moon Road With its magical atmosphere, Kitagawa Onsen Moon Road was selected as one of the One Hundred Moon Views of Japan. "Moon Road" refers to the path of moonlight reflected on the sea surface. Kitagawa Onsen Moon Road ranked first in the "I want to visit" category of the Fujinokuni Angel Power Spot poll, voted on by Shizuoka residents. Some say wishes made at the Moon Road come true. The best time to see the Moon Road clearly is on and around the full moon. ◆ Lion Rock Lion Rock is a large rock at the water’s edge on the coast of Okawa Onsen. It is named Lion Rock because it looks like a lion lying down and roaring into the distance. You can see it while driving down Japan National Route 135. *Because you cannot park and view it, please avoid looking away from the road while driving.* ◎ Leisure and activity information for Higashiizucho, Shizuoka Prefecture ◆ Coastal town cycling The Higashiizu Town Tourism Association offers an electric-assist bicycle rental service. We provide full-day private plans and time-based plans. Enjoy a relaxed cycling trip while feeling the sea breeze. ◎ Event information for Higashiizucho, Shizuoka Prefecture ◆ Inatori Onsen Hanging Hina Doll Festival This traditional event at Inatori Onsen has been passed down since the Edo period. "Hanging hina decorations" are ornaments hung beside the hina doll display. These hanging decorations come in many shapes, including flowers, rabbits, peaches, purses, and the sanbanko (three-tiered pull). It is a popular spring event. ◎ Furusato tax-deduction (hometown tax) information for Higashiizucho, Shizuoka Prefecture Through Higashiizucho’s hometown tax program you can receive local specialties and more. A popular return gift is a stay plan at a hot spring inn with an exceptional location. We also recommend the regular delivery of luxurious seafood feasts and the branded dried Inatori Kinme red bream. Please check the variety of Higashiizucho specialties on each hometown tax site. Higashiizucho, Kamo District, Shizuoka Prefecture, offers seasonal scenery, abundant hot springs, and delicious gourmet food—there is plenty to enjoy. We will continue to share tourist and event information here, so please stay tuned!

This is an announcement of the year-end and New Year holidays from the Yubu Town Tourism Association. It will be open until the 29th of the year. The New Year's business will start on January 9th. May the new year be a good one for all of you. For the first sunrise of the new year, be sure to go to Cape Hinode in Yubu Town!

Kanagawa Prefecture has launched the "Kanagawa Railway Discount" to offer discounted special train tickets so that many visitors from inside and outside the prefecture can enjoy sightseeing around the region. Get up to 30% off! Make the most of Kanagawa Prefecture with the value-packed "Kanagawa Railway Discount" special ticket campaign! How to use Register as a member and purchase discounted special tickets from each railway operator's website. On the day, present your discounted special ticket at the station or participating stops and enjoy your trip. *The types of special tickets eligible for discounts, discount rates, and usage procedures vary by railway operator. Please check each railway operator's website for details.

Izu-Hakone Railway Co., Ltd. and Izu-Hakone Bus Co., Ltd. Take the train and bus to Daiozan Saijoji (Doryoson) for your first shrine visit of the year! Izu-Hakone Railway Co., Ltd. and Izu-Hakone Bus Co., Ltd. will operate “New Year’s shrine-visit special trains and route buses” from late on New Year’s Eve into New Year’s Day 2024 to improve convenience for those traveling to Daiozan Saijoji (Doryoson) for hatsumode. Daiozan Saijoji is known as a sacred site with a 600-year history since its founding, and it attracts many visitors during the first three days of the New Year. The Daiyuzan Line opened in 1925 to transport worshippers to Daiozan Saijoji, and the railway and buses continue to serve those visiting the temple. About the “Hatsumode Special Train (Odawara Station – Daiyuzan Station)” ● Operating period and hours: Sunday, December 31, 2023, 23:35 – Monday, January 1, 2024, 5:45 ● Timetable: Departure times from each station are as shown below The white-shaded sections (train numbers down 501–519 and up 500–518) indicate the special trains. ● Fare: Odawara Station – Daiyuzan Station Adult 280 yen Child 140 yen About the “All-night New Year’s Route Bus (Daiyuzan Station – Doryoson)” ● Operating period and hours: Sunday, December 31, 2023, 22:30 – Monday, January 1, 2024, 16:40 ● Timetable: As needed ● Travel time: Approximately 10 minutes ● Boarding and alighting location: Temporary bus stop in front of Daiyuzan Station This is different from the regular bus stop for Doryoson-bound services. ● Fare: Bus Daiyuzan Station – Doryoson Adult 300 yen Child 150 yen ● Note: Additional daytime buses will run on January 1–3. Inquiries: Izu-Hakone Railway Daiyuzan Line – Odawara Station TEL. 0465 (22) 9173 Izu-Hakone Bus – Odawara Office TEL. 0465 (34) 0333

Zushi City Tourism Association in Kanagawa Prefecture has made its first post on Cool Japan Video! Zushi is a popular destination with easy access from Tokyo—about a one-hour trip—and offers casual opportunities to enjoy marine sports. Get the latest on Zushi City from Cool Japan Video. Be sure to follow!

Sagamihara City Recruiting the 18th Sagamihara City Tourism Goodwill Ambassador!! Sagamihara City blends rich nature with urban appeal, offering a wide variety of attractive tourist spots. In recent years, designated as an SDGs Future City, Sagamihara has implemented many initiatives to revitalize the region and solve local issues, advancing sustainable urban development. We are now looking for the 18th Sagamihara City Tourism Goodwill Ambassador to enthusiastically and cheerfully promote the city’s charms through tourism events, campaigns, media, and social media! Become a Tourism Goodwill Ambassador and help promote Sagamihara City!! We look forward to receiving many applications!

Ninomiya Town 20th Azumayama Rapeseed Flower Watching At the summit of Azumayama, 60,000 early-blooming rapeseed flowers reach their peak from late December. From the panoramic view you can see the Tanzawa and Hakone mountains, Sagami Bay, the Izu Peninsula, and—on clear days—the beautiful, snow-capped Mt. Fuji unfolding right before you. Please come and enjoy this memorable scene of yellow, pale blue, and white in the New Year season. During the event period we offer a stamp rally and receipt rally, station-to-trail hikes, and weekend sales of local products and other events. It’s a 5-minute walk from Ninomiya Station to the trailhead, and a 20-minute walk from the trailhead to the summit! You can enjoy an easy hike♪ We look forward to your visit. Event Period: Saturday, January 13, 2024 to Sunday, February 18, 2024 Location: Azumayama Park Opening Hours: 8:30 AM–5:00 PM Organizer: Ninomiya Town Tourism Association Co-organizer: Ninomiya Town Supporters: Kanagawa Prefecture; Kanagawa Prefecture Tourism Association (Public Corporation) Contact: Ninomiya Town Tourism Association 0463-73-1208 9:00 AM–5:00 PM

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The Kanagawa History Tour “Rekishi Tabi” 2023 will be held! Across Kanagawa Prefecture, guide groups affiliated with the Kanagawa Guide Association are offering a variety of tours that unravel local history. Why not explore Kanagawa’s historic sites through the unique perspective of guides who know the area and its past intimately? We hope you will join us! Tsurumi Highlights Guide Group: Walk the old Tokaido and visit the post town and surrounding areas Tsurumi Highlights Guide Group Walk the old Tokaido and visit the post town and surrounding areas Date and time: Saturday, January 20, 2024, starting at 9:30 AM Atsugi Tourism Volunteer Guide Association: Walk the Oyama Kaido “From Atsugi-juku to Aiko-juku” Atsugi Tourism Volunteer Guide Association Walk the Oyama Kaido “From Atsugi-juku to Aiko-juku” This route follows the Oyama pilgrimage road that grew popular from the mid-Edo period onward. We will introduce the Oyama Kaido from the Sagami River ferry crossing. Date and time: January 19, 2024 Hadano City Volunteer Tourist Guides: Walk the Yagurasawa Okan — Over Zenba Pass Hadano City Volunteer Tourist Guides Walk the Yagurasawa Okan — Over Zenba Pass Date and time: Wednesday, February 7, 2023, starting at 9:00 AM Yokohama City Guide Association: Walk the old Tokaido — from Kanagawa-juku along the scenic Sodegaura Yokohama City Guide Association Walk the old Tokaido — from Kanagawa-juku along the scenic Sodegaura Date and time: Monday, January 22, 2024 For tour details and how to reserve, please visit the official website linked in our profile!

Kenritsu Onshi Hakone Park Christmas special: a kids' event, "Christmas Boot Hunt" will be held! To mark the Christmas season, we will hold a Christmas special called "Christmas Boot Hunt" for children in elementary school and younger. The event runs for three days from Saturday, December 23, 2023, through Monday, December 25, 2023, and is limited to 20 participants each day. For details, please visit the official website linked in the profile!

NICE TO MEET EVERYONE WHO WATCHES COOL JAPAN VIDEOS! This is the Zushi Tourism Association. Zushi City, Kanagawa Prefecture is located in the southeast of Kanagawa Prefecture and is bordered by Yokohama City, Kamakura City, Hayama Town, Yokosuka City, and Sagami Bay. It takes about 1 hour by train or car from Tokyo and has good access, making it a recommended area for day trips. In this first post, we will introduce various sightseeing spots and event information that cannot be missed when sightseeing in Zushi City, Kanagawa Prefecture! [Popular sightseeing spot information in Zushi City, Kanagawa Prefecture] ■Hiroyama Park Located at the top of Mt. Hiro, it is a popular viewing spot. When the weather is good, you can see Mt. Fuji from the observatory in the park, and it has been selected as one of the "50 Scenic Spots in Kanagawa", "50 Parks in Kanagawa", and "100 Views of Fujimi in the Kanto Region". ■Malibu Farm Zushi Marina It is a resort facility with a yacht harbor, hotel, restaurant and café, event space, condominiums, chapel and tennis courts. There is also a restaurant where you can enjoy the sea and a café terrace where your dog is OK! It is also used for filming TV dramas and movies, and you can enjoy the outstanding location. ■SHOPPING PLAZA HAYAMA STATION Hayama Station, which opened in September 2016, has about 26 stores, including antenna shops and fresh foods in the Zushi and Hayama areas. As of December 2023 Local gourmet food and local vegetables are enriched! It is recommended for purchasing souvenirs and as a base for sightseeing. ■Zushi Coast It is a tourist attraction that represents Zushi City! YOU CAN ENJOY VARIOUS MARINE SPORTS SUCH AS WINDSURFING AND SUP. In addition, the scenery of the sunset on the Zushi Coast won the "Miura Peninsula Sunset Grand Prix No. 1", and it is also attracting attention as a scenic spot. The area around Zushi City is also a great area for driving. In particular, the coastal route from Zushi to Hayama allows you to enjoy the beautiful coastline and blue sea, and you can enjoy the feeling of refreshment. The official website of the "Zushi City and Zushi Tourism Association" also publishes Zushi City tourism model plans model courses! We would appreciate it if you could refer to it. [Event information in Zushi City, Kanagawa Prefecture] ■Zushi Coast Fireworks Festival Fireworks launched from boats floating in Zushi Bay to the Zushi Coast area brightly color the night sky in early summer. About 7,000 fireworks set off in time with the music are spectacular! Contents at the time of the 2023 event ■Zushi Kaigan Film Festival This film festival started in 2010 with the theme of "Play with the Earth". The Zushi Kaigan Film Festival, which is celebrating its 12th anniversary in 2023, is usually held during Golden Week and is visited by many people. The film will be screened after sunset on a large screen set up on the beach of Zushi Beach. You can enjoy a movie in the best location! At the venue, there will be a food court, a seaside merry-go-round, and daily events. Contents at the time of the 2023 event [Workation information in Zushi City, Kanagawa Prefecture] In recent years, the number of users has been increasing as a way to spend vacations while teleworking at resorts and hotels, and "workation" a coined word that combines "work" and "vacation". In Zushi City, there are many workspaces such as cafes, co-working spaces, and accommodation and recreational facilities. In addition, there are plenty of activities that you can experience in between work! In addition to marine sports such as SUP, you can also experience incense making, ukulele classes, yoga, and more. On the official website of the Zushi City and Zushi Tourism Association, you can also search the workspace of Zushi. We will continue to deliver information on the charms of Zushi City, Kanagawa Prefecture, as well as sightseeing and events. Thank you in advance!

The Manazuru Town Tourism Association in Kanagawa Prefecture also joined the Cool Japan video! Manazuru is full of recommended spots and events, including the Kifune Festival, one of Japan’s three great boat festivals. Follow to stay updated on Manazuru’s tourist information!

Hello everyone! In Okinawa, the temperature has dropped, and it is now ✨ the season when you can take a pleasant walk Speaking of the perfect spot for a walk, the Hanna Dam! It is a dam that features a beautiful design inspired by the ashlar cloth pile of Nakagusuku Castle. It is concerned about the conservation of the ecosystem, and you can meet gobies, shrimps, dragonflies, waterfowl, etc. There is also an observatory overlooking the dam and Kin Bay, so you can enjoy a relaxing time. A walk in the fresh air of water and greenery is sure to refresh you! Please come and visit us ♪

Regulars were visiting again today in front of Tokachigawa Onsen Daiichi Hotel! We also spotted a heart-shaped snow art nearby❣

Hakone Gora Park Christmas illumination "Forest Tunnel" now on display! In time for Christmas, the park’s event hall is featuring a Christmas tree illumination called "Forest Tunnel." This event runs through Monday, December 25th. From Tuesday, December 26th onward, the park will welcome visitors with New Year–themed decorations. For details, please visit the official website linked in our profile!

Public Interest Incorporated Association Sagamihara City Tourism Association Conquer Sagamihara!! We have launched a cycling page packed with classic courses and off-the-beaten-path routes! Sagamihara City Tourism Association has partnered with the cycling media Ring to introduce cycling routes for everyone from beginners to advanced cyclists aiming to enter races, and released a special site called "SAGAMIHARA RIDE." For details, please visit the official website via the link in our profile!

Atsugi Tourism Association in Kanagawa Prefecture also joined the Cool Japan video. We will keep sharing tourism information about Atsugi City, so please follow us!

Enjoy Kanagawa by bike! A route map that tours its rich natural beauty is now complete! The prefecture is promoting cycle tourism to invigorate local communities through sports, encouraging wide-area rides that make the most of the region’s abundant natural environment. We have developed 14 recommended cycling routes in collaboration with municipalities and local organizations, offering plans that take you by bike to Kanagawa’s appealing spots for gourmet food, sightseeing, and outdoor sports. For details, please visit the official website linked in the profile!

This is today's Tokachigaoka Observation Deck! Clear Tokachi skies 🌞 Daytime temperatures are around -2°C, but thanks to the sun it feels warmer than the thermometer shows. There are lots of little rubber ducks on the observation deck railing ❣️ They're so cute〜😳

NICE TO MEET EVERYONE WHO WATCHES COOL JAPAN VIDEOS! This is the Atsugi Tourism Association. Atsugi City, Kanagawa Prefecture is a city with a population of 224,102 as of December 2023 Reiwa 5 located in the center of Kanagawa Prefecture, and is an area rich in nature through which the Sagami River, a first-class river, flows. Since there is a highway interchange, it is also characterized by good transportation access! The Atsugi Parking Area Atsugi PA, located on the way to Tokyo on the Tomei Expressway, is equipped with a smart IC that can be used 24 hours a day. In addition, Atsugi PA has a Japanese-style appearance inspired by a post town, and you can enjoy gourmet food unique to Atsugi City, such as fish set meals directly from Numazu Port. In this first post, we will introduce Atsugi City, Kanagawa Prefecture, as well as recommended sightseeing information! --- Things to do in Atsugi, Kanagawa --- ■Atsugi Onsen Town■ "Atsugi Onsen Town" includes Iiyama Onsen, Nanasawa Onsen, Hirosawaji Onsen, and Kabutoyu Onsen. Both hot springs are located in a mountain village about 30 minutes by car from Hon-Atsugi Station and the Atsugi Interchange on the Tomei Expressway, and are located in the back of Atsugi, surrounded by lush nature. The quality of the spring is a highly alkaline spring with beautiful skin. Why don't you spend such a luxurious time soaking in the hot water and enjoying gastronomy? ■Strawberry picking■ Strawberry picking can be enjoyed from late December to spring every year. Taste the ripe strawberries that are unique to freshly picked. The strawberry garden in Atsugi City is "all-you-can-eat for 30 minutes". You can also enjoy comparing different types of strawberries. Join your family and friends and enjoy delicious strawberries. Please be sure to make a reservation or confirmation by phone. Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays can be very crowded, so make your reservation as early as possible. For details, please contact each farm. * The price is "all-you-can-eat for 30 minutes" ● Depending on the growing conditions and reservation status, it may not be possible to pick strawberries even during the season. When you go out, please be sure to make a reservation or confirm by phone. ● Prices are subject to change. For details, please contact each farm. ■Iiyama Hakusan Forest Park■ It is a park with an area of about 33 hectares and beautiful nature in all four seasons. It spreads across Hakusan and Satoyama, and is adjacent to Iiyama Kannon, which is famous for cherry blossoms. Hakusan hiking trails and trail running trails are also available, so you can easily enjoy a walk. The summit of Mt. Hakusan is a spectacular spot where you can see all the way to Yokohama and Shinjuku! In addition, the cherry blossom plaza in the park is in full bloom around the end of March every year, and many people visit during the Atsugi Iiyama Cherry Blossom Festival. ■ Iiyama Kannon "Chokokuji" ■ Located in the middle of Mt. Hakusan, it is a temple of the Koyasan Shingon sect, which has been selected as one of the "50 Best Kanagawa Scenic Spots" and "100 Kanagawa Flower Spots". Kannon-do is designated as a tangible cultural property of Atsugi City, and the bell of the bell tower hall is designated as an important cultural property designated by the prefecture. The precincts show various colors depending on the season, and cherry blossoms, hydrangeas, daffodils, and maples are popular attractions. During the Atsugi Iiyama Cherry Blossom Festival, the cherry blossoms on the approach are in full bloom, and it is crowded with many cherry blossom viewers every year. One of the highlights is the 400-year-old "Inumaki Tree", which is designated as a natural monument of Atsugi City! ■Higashitanzawa Green Park■ An outdoor facility with a 3.5-kilometer-long athletic course spread out in the forest. There are 36 points that utilize the slopes of the mountain, such as log bridges and ropeways, and there are also points that young children can enjoy, so children and adults can use it with confidence. In addition, there is also an outdoor barbecue and a fishing pond center. You can also enjoy a walk on a mountain bike. ■Koganei Sake Brewery■ It is a sake brewery with a history of more than 200 years, which has been in business since 1818 in the late Edo period. It is also the only sake brewery in Atsugi City. "Daiginjo Sakarimasu" brewed by Koganei Sake Brewery won the Gold Award at the National New Sake Appraisal Competition for three consecutive years! ■Prefectural Nanasawa Forest Park■ It is one of the largest urban parks in Kanagawa Prefecture. Located at the foot of Higashitanzawa, you can enjoy nature throughout the year with cherry blossoms, fresh greenery, and autumn leaves. Forest therapy, art programs such as pottery, and hands-on programs such as nature observation are also held! There is also an outdoor barbecue area in the park, where you can enjoy barbecue empty-handed business period: March ~ November * Charged, reservation required, food can be brought in. ■ Ogama Benzaiten ■ Located in the upper reaches of the Osawa River, it is a benzaiten river goddess enshrined for begging for rain. The origin of the name "Ogama Benzaiten" is said to be derived from the fact that the waterfall basin resembles the bottom of the kettle. It is also popular as a power spot and a refreshing spot! ■ Tree Cross Adventure ■ A life-changing experience on a forest adventure that originated in France! It is a forest adventure park that originated in France and can be experienced in the size of one Tokyo Dome. You can enjoy a total of 10 courses, a 700-meter zipline, and one of the most high-level attractions in the Tokyo metropolitan area. There are some courses that can break your heart, where you can experience bouldering at a height of 15 meters, but there are also courses for beginners that you can easily try. After getting the hang of it up to the 1~5th course, the highlight of the park, the 173m zipline, will appear. In front of the zipline where you can't see the future and the scenery with the drop spreading out at your feet, your legs may be weak, but let's have the courage to jump out! You're sure to have a wonderful experience that will last a lifetime. ■Atsugi City Ogino Athletics Park■ It is a facility that is popular with locals as a base for sports and recreation. There is a heated pool that is open all year round, tennis courts where you can play at night, a gymnasium, a stadium, and more! At the entrance of the "Multipurpose Plaza" on the vast lawn, the "Iki Iki Health Plaza" is equipped with 12 types of health equipment. It is used as a place to build physical strength. In addition, in the wildflower garden in the park, flowers of the four seasons bloom, and it is also known as a flower attraction spot. Atsugi City, Kanagawa Prefecture, is also known as the birthplace of the warlord Mori clan Mori-shi, and is also an area where remnants of historical figures and celebrities remain. It is also recommended to visit Atsugi City while following historical spots. Please visit Atsugi City and experience its charm! In the future, this account will continue to provide information on Atsugi City, Kanagawa Prefecture. Thank you in advance!

'Eagle Watching Premium Tour' I joined a winter-only tour held at the Tokachi Nature Center! In light snow we traveled along the quiet Tokachi River while a guide from the Wild Bird Society explained what we were seeing. Besides Steller's sea eagles and white-tailed eagles, we spotted many other birds such as long-tailed tits, swans, and goosanders! Using binoculars and a spotting scope, we could clearly make out their features, which was truly moving ✨ Other participants brought cool, bazooka-like lenses for their cameras 😎 It was a highly satisfying 45 minutes. The tour runs only on Saturdays and Sundays through January 7. For details, please contact the Tokachi Nature Center. Contact 0155-32-6116 Tokachi Nature Center

Enjoy winter at Ecopa ⛄️ Packed with events unique to the season! [Event Period] December 1, 2023 – March 31, 2024 [Contact] 0155-32-6780 (Hokkaido Tokachi Ecological Park)

The hit series “Uma Musume Pretty Derby” has teamed up with Tomakomai’s famous sweet “Yoi Tomake”!! Sansei’s “Yoi Tomake” appears in a collaboration package!! 🥳🎉 On the side of the package, Tomakomai tourism ambassadors Uma Musume “Hokko Tarumae” and Tomachop appear together in a photo!! 💖 The inner package features a profile of “Hokko Tarumae,” so if you’re curious, please visit Tomakomai!! 📢⚡ Available at the Tomakomai Tourist Information Center as well! 🙋‍♀️ Uma Musume Pretty Derby Yoi Tomake Hokko Tarumae Ver. Price: 780 yen (tax included) Where to buy: Sansei and Tomakomai Tourism Association

This is an announcement about Sairinka for fiscal year R5. From this year, general visitors will be asked to pay a cooperation fee upon admission. We ask for your understanding and cooperation to help sustain future events. Junior high school students and older: 500 yen per person ※Guests staying at Tokachigawa Onsen facilities that are members of the Tourism Association, residents of Otofuke, and children in elementary school and younger are free. ※Residents of Otofuke must present an official ID showing their address. [Event period] Saturday, January 27, 2024 – Sunday, February 18, 2024 [Lighting hours] 19:00–21:00 [Location] Tokachigaoka Park [Parking] Available (about 100 spaces, free)

'Sairinka' perfectly recreated!! This piece, which reproduces every detail of Tokachigawa Onsen's major winter event 'Sairinka', was created by a sixth grader from Otofuke Town (at the time)!! 😳 The lights shift so magically they look like the real thing! A huge fan of Sairinka, they sketched the concept from second grade and finally completed it in the winter of sixth grade✨ This work overflows with love for Sairinka and is simply wonderful 😭 Still, the quality is just unbelievable—wow!! The creator is now a first-year junior high student, and we look forward to what comes next 😊

■━━━━━━━━━━□ ┃ New Product Information ┃ □━━━━━━━━━━■ New "Tomachop" goods have arrived!! ✨🥳 We have a large blanket, a lightweight, pleasantly textured bamboo cup that feels great to the touch, and five different masking tapes!! 👏 These items are useful in this cold season, and we can ship them to other regions, so please consider ordering if you’re interested!! 🙋‍♀️ For details, apply via the "Tomakomai Tourism Association" website through the "Tomachop Goods" banner! 💻

Introducing the posts of the "Izena Island Tourism Association" COOL JAPAN VIDEOS official social media account official account! The village of Izenason, Shimajiri District, Okinawa Prefecture, is located in the northern part of the main island of Okinawa and consists of three uninhabited islands. "Shimano Illumination 2023" will be held at Rinkai Fureai Park from December 9th. The harmony between nature and illumination is a must-see. ◆Shimano Illumination 2023◆ 【Period】2023/12/9〜2024/1/19

Preparations are underway for Tokachigawa Onsen’s major winter event, “Sairinka.” This time, the viewing platform is built in two tiers so visitors can enjoy the view from above 😊 Further details about Sairinka will be released later! [Schedule] Saturday, January 27, 2024 – Sunday, February 18, 2024 [Hours] 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM [Location] Tokachigaoka Park