Isehara Flower Update 2025.3.24 In Isehara, beautiful spring blossoms are coming into full view one after another.✨ There are plenty of spots to look forward to enjoying even more soon! * Mishima Shrine (Zenba 714) The weeping cherry trees are about half in bloom. * Ooyama Shindo (Ooyama New Road) The deep-pink Okame cherry trees are at their peak. * Maruyama Castle Ruins Park (Shimokasuya 2168-2) The almond trees below the park are about 60% in bloom. Their pale pink hues announce the arrival of spring. * The canola field behind Akazato-en in the Zenba area This year it is slower than usual, but a steady yellow carpet is starting to spread! We can’t wait for it to reach full bloom.💛 ※ Visitors may use the Akazato-en and Mitake-en parking lots, but please speak to staff first. Please wait a little longer for the weeping cherry trees at Sannomiya Hibita Shrine and Doshoin.😌 We’ll let you know once they begin to bloom! Spring in Isehara is bursting with floral highlights—you might not know where to go first.💐 Bring your camera and go hunt for spring’s colors! #Isehara #isehara #ISEHARA #Flower updates #Spring flowers #Hanami (flower viewing) 🌸 #Cherry blossoms #Weeping cherry #Okame cherry 🌼 #Canola flowers #Yellow carpet 🌸 #Almond blossoms #Spring scenery 📍 #Mishima Shrine #Ooyama Shindo #Maruyama Castle Ruins Park #Zenba 📸 #Photogenic #Spring memories 🚶‍♀️ #Strolls #Flower tours 😊 #Weekend outings #Fun

Hello! Yesterday, the Shonan area passed through the cheerful weather, and it was 🌻 a summer-like day On such a day, be sure to go Scuba Diving! Why don't you cool down in the cool sea and enjoy the water world with outstanding transparency? 😎🌊 【AOW Course & 2nd Water Garbage Picking (DAD) Seminar Held In】 By the way, yesterday Sunday we Held in the "Advanced Open Water (AOW)" course and the "Dive Against Debris (DAD)" seminar in the Water! 🔹 Yellowtail Scene In the yellowtail field, add 🌼 rape flowers like Spring Everyone, your drysuit dressing skills and neutral buoyancy skills have improved a lot! "I feel like a different person than I was that day!" 💪 🔹 Traditional Japanese straw raincoat situation during Water Unfortunately, there was more garbage and than I could have imagined during the Water ... That's the 😅 result of just one dive 🎣 There were a lot of "fishing tools" such as lures, fake baits, and fishing lines. The total weight of Traditional Japanese straw raincoat recovered in the two dives was 6.2 kg, and the total number was 106. There is a to everyone who participated! Recently, there have been many people who have come from far away, and yesterday a guest from Fukushima also participated. Thank you from the bottom of my 🙏🙏 heart "Maybe we'll have a Fukushima branch soon?" was a joke, and it was 😄 a fun day full of laughter 🔹 Congratulations on your Advanced Open Water certification! Congratulations 🎉 to all the guests who successfully completed the AOW course This will allow you ✈️ to step up to the diving Spot you have always wanted to go to 🔹 To all DAD participants I was happy to hear many people say, "I was finally able to participate in my long-awaited participation!" In a way, it is interesting to know the types of Traditional Japanese straw raincoat that vary from region to region. Maybe you'll find a "treasure" next time? smile [Hokule'a Shonan is such a dive shop] Hokule'a Shonan is a dive shop located in Hiratsuka, Kanagawa Prefecture. Under the theme of "Let's embark on a journey to an unseen world!", we help people discover the wonders and joys of Nature through diving. 🌊 Izu, Okinawa, and even overseas! Held in diving courses and tours about 300 days a year, and guide you through the beautiful sea in Four Seasons. 🤿 Safe for beginners! Due to the small number of students, we provide careful support to each individual. 💬 Requests are welcome! We flexibly respond to requests such as "I want to go to the sea like this" or "I want to have this kind of experience". Diving is the best Activities to learn while having fun! If you are interested, please experience 🐠 a new sea world at Hokule'a Shonan #Kanagawa Diving #Shonan Diving #Marine Debris #DiveAgainst Debris #Advanced Open Water #Environmental Protection #Let's embark on a journey to a world we have not yet seen

The sea in Kanagawa Prefecture is wonderful! 👏 If you want to enjoy the beautiful world of the sea in the suburbs of Kanto, the sea in Kanagawa Prefecture is recommended. Among them, this time we will introduce the popular diving spot "Iwa". ------------ 🪨 The Attraction of 🪨 Rock Diving Spots "Iwa" is a popular diving spot in the Nishisho area of Kanagawa Prefecture, and the symbolic area is the Iwa Bridge, which was selected as one of the "100 best bridges in Kanagawa". It is a hidden famous landmarks for divers, with crystal clear waters and abundant marine life. The soft coral that spreads throughout the Water Unfolds like a flower field, and you can enjoy 🌸 "cherry blossom viewing during the Water". Colorful pink and purple soft corals grow in clusters, making you feel as if you have entered a fantasy world. It is ✨ a superb view Spot that is sure to be Instagrammable ------------ 🏝️ You can enjoy Hokule'a Shonan comfortably! 🏝️ Hokule'a Shonan has excellent access with about 45 minutes by car to the rock! Meet at Hokule'a Shonan in the morning, then head to the sea of rocks for two leisurely dives before enjoying 🍴 a delicious Local lunch. After that, you don't have to worry about traffic jams, and you can leave at 3pm, so you can spend a day with plenty of time. It is also very popular with repeat customers, such as "I don't feel tired even the next day after work" and "You can easily go day trip diving". 🫶 ------------ ⭐️ Beginners are also welcome! ⭐️ "I want to try diving, but I'm a beginner, so I'm worried..." If you are such a person, please leave it to Hokule'a Shonan! Our store's instructors are experienced and friendly. We will carefully teach you everything from how to use the equipment to tips in water. It's a small-group tour, so even first-timers can participate 💡 with confidence "I want to take a peek into the unknown!" "I want to touch the mysteries of Nature!" If you have such thoughts, let's dive together! 🙏 ------------ 🗓️ Make your reservation as soon as possible! 🗓️ "Water cherry blossom viewing" is one of the special attractions of rock diving. Please experience 🪸 this Spot with its high transparency and fantastic scenery ------------ 📱 📱 Contact us At Hokule'a Shonan, we provide a wide range of support from beginners to experienced divers. Why don't you casually experience the extraordinary world in the suburbs of Kanto? ------------ 📍 Hokule'a Shonan 🚃 30 seconds walk from JR Hiratsuka Station South Exit 🏝️ Small-scale, comfortable and secure diving tour Let's enjoy the charm of the sea in Kanagawa Prefecture together! #KanagawaDiving #IwaDiving #UnderwaterHanami #DayTripFromTokyo #HokuleaShonan #DiveWithUs #ExploreTheBlue #OurOceanCrew #DiveJapan

🌸⛰️ Enjoy spring in the Tanzawa and Ooyama area! The digital stamp rally "Tandai Haru Sanpo" 2025 is now underway! 🚶‍♀️✨ A digital stamp rally has begun, guiding you through spring's spectacular views across the nature-rich Tanzawa and Ooyama area (Atsugi, Isehara, Hadano). 🎉 Collect stamps with your smartphone and redeem wonderful prizes! 🎁 ✨ Prize Details ✨ Get 2 stamps to receive the "Spot Prize"! Complete all 9 stamps to receive the "Complete Prize"! 🎁 Prize redemption period: until Sunday, May 11 🚌 Handy Tips 🚌 Many rally spots fall within the Tanzawa–Ooyama Free Pass area, so you can hop on and off Kanachu buses freely. 🚌💨 With the Tanzawa–Ooyama Free Pass A ticket, the Ooyama Cable Car is also unlimited rides. 🚠🎶 You can buy the free pass at Odakyu Line station ticket machines or via the convenient Digital Tanzawa–Ooyama Free Pass on your smartphone. 📱✨ 📍 Stamp rally spots in Isehara 📍 Ooyama Cable Car Afuri Shrine Station 🚠⛩️ Access: From Isehara Station North Exit, take the bus from platform 4 bound for "Ooyama Cable" for about 30 minutes to the final stop, then walk about 15 minutes; from Ooyama Cable Station, the cable car ride is about 6 minutes to Ooyama Afuri Shrine Station. Sannomiya Hibita Shrine ⛩️🙏 Access: From Isehara Station North Exit platform 1, take the bus to Kurihara for about 15 minutes and get off at "Hibita Shrine" for a 3-minute walk; or from platform 1 take the bus to Tsurumaki Onsen Station for about 12 minutes, get off at "Godo" and walk 12 minutes (⚠️ limited service). Johatsuganji Temple 🌸🙏 Access: From Odakyu Line Isehara Station North Exit platform 3, take the bus bound for Hyuga Yakushi for about 20 minutes, get off at "Hyuga Yakushi" and walk about 10 minutes. 🎁 Isehara city prize redemption locations: Isehara Station Kururin House (inside station) (opening hours 9:00–17:00) On the stairs at Odakyu Line Isehara Station North Exit Check the stamp rally details here! 👀 👉 https://tanzawa-oyama.jp/feature/8350/... #Tanzawa #Ooyama #Tandai Haru Sanpo #spring hiking #Atsugi #Isehara #Hadano #Kanagawa sightseeing #digital stamp rally #stamp rally #prizes #handy tips #free pass #Ooyama Cable Car #Ooyama Afuri Shrine #Sannomiya Hibita Shrine #Johatsuganji Temple #Isehara Station #Kururin House 🌸 #spring #day out #sightseeing spots #nature enjoyment 📸 #photogenic #making memories 🚶‍♀️ #hiking #trekking

I've been diving in the wreck & cave of Atami! About 1 hour 🚗 by Car from Hiratsuka I went to a diving Spot in Atami, Spot Access by far the most popular from Kanagawa Prefecture! One of Japan's one of the best sunken ships, the Asahi 16, is waiting there 🚢 This wreck is one of the Specialties of Atami diving, and it is a Spot that tickles the adventurous spirit that divers should visit at least once! The wreck is Dawn! and Powerful. The depth is about 25m, so you will need to be an AOW diver. This is the next step for OW divers. If you want to go, but you're worried about ear removal, neutral buoyancy, and dry suits, don't worry! Even if you are a beginner in diving, you can practice well if you request it, so you can challenge it 😃 with peace of mind This time, a guest from Florida, USA, participated! Therefore, a Japanese ban has been issued for diving this time! The yellowtail was also done 🖐️ entirely in English If you want to practice diving in English, go to Hokule'a, an international diving school. We are also looking for people who can speak English! Diving is a wonderful opportunity to ♪ connect with the world On the way back, I had a delicious Kaisen Donburi bowl at Ishida Shoten in Manazuru, which can be reached by car from Atami, and it was 😃 a very satisfying day In fact, this day was also 🎂✨ the 43rd birthday of Our Store Representative Koike Pachiri 📸 for a commemorative photo with everyone Thank you for the many warm blessings! We will continue to do our best to bring you the charm of Kanagawa, Atami, and the wonderful diving Spot of many, so we will continue to Best regards in the future! #ShipwreckDiving #DiveAdventure #UnderwaterWorld #DiveJapan #AtamiDiving #KanagawaDiving #WreckDivingJapan #OceanLovers #ExploreTheBlue #HokuleaShonan #OurOceanCrew #DiveWithUs #BlueWorldJourney #ScubaTravel

📍 Enoshima It was taken on the same day as the day of the Enoden shooting. The Sunrise seen from Enoshima Island in winter is my favorite view in the world. When the air is clear and the waves are calm, the sun's rays are reflected on the surface of the sea, creating a golden path. There are not many people, so it is a beautiful scenery that almost sucks you in. It is not the same place as Enoshima in the summer, you can spend a peaceful time, and the roads are not crowded, so it is recommended. Even though the waves were calm, it was a little windy and very cold on this day, so when you go to the sea in winter, I recommend that you bring warm clothes and hot drinks!

📍 Enoshima This is Enoden, taken at the end of 2024. I visit once every winter to see the Sunrise on Enoshima. I'm sure I've ridden it many times already, but the view of the sea from Enoden is always exciting. In particular, the sea on a winter morning that can be seen from the vicinity of Kamakura High School Station is calm with few people, unlike summer, and it seems to be a beautiful painting with a sense of loneliness. In addition, the air is clear and Mount Fuji looks very beautiful, so it is highly recommended to heal the fatigue of the year. * Please refrain from stopping on the tracks or entering the level crossing.

Sakura Along the Shibuda River 🌸 2025 Yesterday, Tuesday, March 18, the kawazu cherry blossoms along the Shibuda River created a beautiful collaboration with Ooyama✨ The best viewing period has passed, but you can still enjoy them in some spots😊 In preparation for the Shibazakura Festival from Saturday, April 5 to Sunday, April 13, planting of shibazakura took place last weekend🌸 We are steadily preparing to welcome everyone🙌 We can’t wait for the carpet of delicate flowers to appear✨ Address Kanagawa Prefecture, Isehara, Kamitani Access From Isehara Station South Exit, Bus Stop No. 3 Take the bus bound for Hiratsuka Station North Exit (via Ota and Yokouchi), Hiratsuka Station North Exit (via Jojima and Hachima Street), or Aiko-Ishida Station (via Shimoochiai); about 7 minutes by bus Get off at Ota Elementary School-mae and walk about 10 minutes

Hosenji Temple 4th “Hanamatsuri” At last, tomorrow, Thursday, March 20, Hosenji will hold the 4th “Hanamatsuri” to celebrate the birth of Buddha. Enjoy the handmade hanamido (flower shrine) filled with beautiful blooms, the gentle scent of amazakecha (sweet tea), and a heartwarming memorial service. We will offer special goshuin and shuin unique to the Hanamatsuri. The first 100 visitors will receive a kirie (paper-cut) gift, and there will be rakugo storytelling by Kitaro Mukashi Mukashi-tei, a rakugo performer from Isehara, among other attractions. There are many more events planned. Please invite friends and family and join us for worship. Date and Time Thursday, March 20 10:00 AM–3:00 PM Participation Fee Please bring one flower to offer to the Buddha. You may use one of the flowers from a grave visit or a wildflower picked by the roadside. Venue Hosenji, Isehara Access From Odakyu Line Isehara Station North Exit, take the Kanachu Bus “I16” for about 30 minutes. Get off at Kurihara Bus Stop and walk about 10 minutes. From the bus stop, go straight up the slope. For details, visit the official website: https://www.ho-senji.info/hanamaturi... #Hosenji #Hanamatsuri #Isehara #Buddha #hanamido #amazakecha #goshuin #shuin #signs of spring #Buddhism #temple #event #sightseeing

📢 Happening this weekend! [#Isehara Cultural Heritage Festa 2025 Spring 🌸] A treasure of Isehara ✨ Enjoy a luxurious event where you can actually experience many intangible folk cultural properties! Dive into the world of Noh with the "#Ooyama Noh" Noh workshop, try on rare masks and practice sliding-footwork techniques, lose yourself in the beautiful sounds of the "#Nagauta #Hayashi (yokobue)" concert and dance demonstrations 🎶, and have fun watching and spinning at the "#Ooyama Koma" top-spinning experience 🪅—and much more! Why not experience Isehara’s rich cultural heritage through a variety of traditional performing arts and crafts? 😊 🗓️ Date and time: Sunday, March 23, 10:00–16:00 ※For each booth’s detailed schedule, see the site below 📍 Venue: Isehara City Central Community Center, 2nd floor Recreation Room 🚶 Access: About a 10-minute walk from Odakyu Line Isehara Station North Exit 💰 Admission: Free 📝 Registration: Not required Organizer: Isehara City Council for the Preservation and Utilization of Local Cultural Properties 📞 Inquiries: Isehara City Board of Education, Education Administration Division (0463-74-5109) Check booth times and other details here 👇 https://www.city.isehara.kanagawa.jp/bunkazai/docs/2025022100031/... #Isehara #Cultural Heritage #Intangible Folk Cultural Properties #Traditional Performing Arts #Traditional Techniques #Hands-on Event #Free Event #Weekend Event #Family-friendly #Spring Event #Ooyama

Ooyama Cable Car Notice: Restroom at Ooyama Cable Station Now Available The restroom at Ooyama Cable Car's Ooyama Cable Station is now available for use. This is the status of Ooyama as of the morning of Tuesday, March 18, 2025. Please note that the public restroom at the summit of Ooyama remains unavailable due to a frozen water supply pipe. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding and cooperation. Access: From Odakyu Line Isehara Station, North Exit, Bus Stop No. 4 Take the bus bound for Ooyama Cable for about 30 minutes Get off at the final stop and walk 15 minutes along Koma Sando to the cable car station

Isehara Flower Report 2025.3.17 🌸 Flower Scenes to Enjoy in Isehara 💐 * Maruyama Castle Ruins Park (Shimokasuya 2168-2) On the park's north side, a vivid carpet of rapeseed flowers and delicate Kawazu cherry blossoms 🌸 are in peak bloom together, creating a spectacular sight. At the top of the stairs, the flowerbeds host a colorful mix, including Christmas roses. Below the park, the almond trees' buds are swelling and will bloom soon. * Hinata Yakushi (Hinata 1644) The mitsumata shrubs beside the temple grounds are blooming with charming yellow flowers. * Oyama New Trail The deep pink Okame cherry blossoms 🌸 are now at their best. Look forward to more updates 🎵 #Maruyama Castle Ruins Park #Rapeseed flowers #Kawazu cherry blossoms #Spring flowers #Flowerbeds #Blooming updates #Hinata Yakushi #Mitsumata #Spring news #Yellow flowers #Ooyama #Oyama New Trail #Okame cherry blossoms #Cherry blossom avenue #Spring hiking #Pink flowers #Isehara #isehara #isehara #Isehara Tourism #Spring outings #Cherry blossom viewing

Ooyama Cable Car Notice: Restroom at Ooyama Cable Station Out of Service As of Monday, March 17, 2025, the restroom at Ooyama Cable Station on the Ooyama Cable Car is out of service due to a clogged pipe. For the latest information please visit the Ooyama Kanko Dentetsu Co., Ltd. website. https://www.ooyama-cable.co.jp// Also, the public restrooms at the summit of Ooyama remain unavailable due to frozen water supply pipes. Please use the public restrooms at Afuri Shrine Lower Sanctuary, Ooyama-dera, or the Ooyama Cable bus stop. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding and cooperation. The Okame cherry trees along the Ooyama Shindo are now in full bloom. Their charming pink blossoms await your visit. Access: From Odakyu Line Isehara Station North Exit, Bus Stop No. 4 Take the ‘Ooyama Cable’ bus for about 30 minutes Get off at the final stop and walk 15 minutes along Koma Sando to the cable car station. #Ooyama #Isehara #Sightseeing information #Ooyama Cable Car #Restroom out of service #Outing information #Spring sightseeing #Cherry blossoms #Flower viewing #Hiking #Trekking #Afuri Shrine #Ooyama-dera #Koma Sando #Odakyu Line #Isehara Station

Discover a new way to travel! 🚗💨 Special site now live 🎉 Let’s feast around Tanzawa, Ooyama, and Miyagase! 😋 "#Gourmet Guri" Ken-O Yamanami #Gastronomy Tourism The Ken-O Yamanami area—including Isehara, Atsugi, Hadano, Aikawa, and Kiyokawa✨—is rich in ingredients that have long been loved and that may stir your memories. How about a trip that’s different from the usual? 🍽️ "Gastronomy" means deepening your understanding of the relationship between food and culture 📚 Through this experience, ordinary places might become special to you…💎 Check the special site now! 👉 https://www.atsugi-kankou.jp/site/yamanami-gastronomy/... Atsugi City Tourism Association #Isehara #Atsugi #Hadano #Aikawa #Kiyokawa #Ken-O Yamanami #Tanzawa Ooyama Miyagase #Feast it all #Food travel #Local gourmet #Delicious discoveries #Taste of memories #Tourist information

📍 Cafe Yoridokoro InaVillagegasaki Main Store 〒248-0024 Kanagawa Prefecture Kamakura City InaVillage Gazaki 1-12-16 Breakfast in Enoshima is egg-covered rice from the Famous "Cafe Yoridokoro". The fluffy Renge and golden egg yolk are the best One of a kind. Of course, the Dried fish I ate with it was also delicious because I could feel the taste of the fish. Cafe Yoridokoro InaVillagegasaki Main Store also has terrace seats where you can watch the view of Enoden running in front of you while eating The Japan breakfast. It's a special breakfast that I don't make at home, but if I can afford it next time, I'll try to make it myself・・・・・ Squid it's difficult ...

🌊 【Kanagawa】Impression experience in the suburbs of Tokyo! Diving 🌊 with a beautiful view of Manazuru's soft coral Did you know that there is a diving Spot in Kanagawa Prefecture where you can see beautiful soft corals like a painting? 🤩 Just the other day, I went boat diving to the rocks of Manazuru and the scene was absolutely fantastic! 🪸✨ Colorful soft corals vividly colored the world in Water, and along the way, we met Traditional Japanese straw raincoat scorpionfish swimming gracefully. 👀🦁🐟 🌟 There is a to all the wonderful smiling guests who had a good time with us! 🤗 We can't wait to dive with you again! 🤿 🚗 Just a 30-minute Car ride from Our Store in Hiratsuka, Manazuru Rock Boat Diving is a special Spot where you can see the Water world of Impression without long travel! ✨ The instructor will support you firmly, so you can rest assured even if you are a beginner. This Spot is also recommended for photo divers for an unforgettable diving experience near Tokyo. 🙌

[Isehara Flower Update] 2025.3.12 * Ooyama Shindo ⛰️ I missed the Ooyama Mountain Running Marathon, but the Okame cherry trees along Ooyama Shindo have started to bloom—about 40% in bloom, I’d say. ⚠️ The Ooyama cable car is suspended from today, Tuesday, March 12, through Thursday, March 14, for wire rope replacement. Please be careful when you go out❗️ * Maruyama Castle Ruins Park (Shimokasuya 2168-2) The plum blossoms in the park have finished, and the Kawazu cherry blossoms are blooming beautifully✨ Only a few almond blossoms are opening at the lower end of the park, but they’re just beginning and will be a delight to watch going forward. #Isehara #Isehara #Flower Update #Ooyama Shindo #Okame cherry #Maruyama Castle Ruins Park #Kawazu cherry #Almond blossoms #Signs of spring #Tourist information

The winter sea is soothed by kelp! Impression diving experience in Fukuura, Kanagawa Prefecture Every year at this time of year, many kelp is swaying 🍀 near the surface of the Water Not only for those who like diving, but also for those who are thinking of starting diving, the sea at this time of year is highly recommended. This time, we will introduce 🤿 an Impression diving experience in the sea of Fukuura, Kanagawa Prefecture ✨ The sea is crystal clear in winter! ✨ The sea in Fukuura on this day is 15 meters transparent! Impression by the world under the water that spreads out in front of me 😊 Squid may think that the sea is cold in winter, but in fact, this is the time of year when diving is recommended. This is because in winter, the amount of plankton decreases, so the water becomes very clear and the water becomes much clearer. The sunlight shining into the water sparkles, and a clear blue world Unfolds before ✨ your eyes It is 🏝 so beautiful that you feel that it would be a waste not to dive in the sea in winter 🌳 Diving 🌳 to be soothed by kelp In the sea of Fukuura, you can see 🍃 "swaying kelp" unique to this time of year Scene of the kelp swaying quietly, it seems as if healing time is streaming. When you relax in the water and are surrounded by a kelp forest, you will 😊 feel as if your daily fatigue has been blown away In addition, on this day, the water camera 📸 debuted! I was a little nervous at first, but before I knew it, I was hooked. I clicked the shutter many times at the magnificent view of the blue sea and swaying kelp spreading out in front of me. "I want to take more pictures!" and "What kind of scenery awaits me next?" The Water camera is There are fun that you can't help but get hooked on. 🙌 Hokule'a Shonan makes it easy ♪ to move around 🌸 If it's 🌸 Hokule'a Shonan Just 30 minutes by car from the shop in Hiratsuka to reach 🚙 the dive site in Fukuura The charm of Hokule'a Shonan is that you can go straight to the beautiful sea with outstanding transparency in a short time without the fatigue of traveling long distances. "I want to enjoy the sea casually but firmly." If that's the case, you've come to the right place 🤿 Recommended points for winter diving In winter, the sea is ✅ High transparency, making the scenery look clear ✅ There are few divers, and you can dive leisurely ✅ Nudibranchs and other creatures that can only be encountered in winter can be seen And, actually, there are many charms! In winter, why don't you enjoy leisurely diving in the sea of Kanagawa and Fukuura, which has outstanding transparency? Thank you to 🙏 everyone who participated We look forward to 😊 your next dive at Hokule'a Shonan

🌊 Welcome to the ✨ mysterious and beautiful world of the sea I went again this year! Annual event 3 days 2 nights tour🐋 of Okinawa Impression diving, and dreamy whale watching... It was a special experience that stayed with me all the time. The dance of the dogfish and damselfish flocking in the coral forest was a masterpiece, and it was truly indescribably beautiful. What is the appeal of whale watching? Speaking of winter in Okinawa, whale watching is not to be missed. Humpback whales appear in the waters around Okinawa for breeding in winter, and you can see their Powerful presence right in front of you. By combining whale watching after diving, you can enjoy the waters of Okinawa even deeper. 🐳 Whale Trivia The humpback whale is a large whale that can reach up to 15 meters and weigh up to 30 tons. Their graceful swimming and dynamic jumps (yellowtail ching) are spectacular. Humpback whales are also famous as "singing whales", where male whales sing beautifully to communicate with their mates. 🪸 Beautiful sea with coral forests The sea in Okinawa is also known as the "Coral Forest" where colorful corals spread all over. Corals are an important part of the marine ecosystem, and the colorful fish that live there are truly fantastic. For divers, it is truly a Impression moment to experience such a rich world of the sea up close. Thank you to everyone who participated for a wonderful three days! 😃 Dive, drink, eat... It was a great memory! smile 📅 Next held in: Early March 2026 If you couldn't make it this year, be sure to do it next time! 💪 Experience this unforgettable impression together! Thoughts 🌈 of Hokule'a Shonan At Hokule'a Shonan, we believe that diving is not just an adventure, but a journey to explore the unknown and discover a new side of ourselves. You may be able to meet a new self by encountering Okinawa's rich sea creatures and entrusting yourself to the quiet and serene blue world. "Let's embark on a journey into a world we have not yet seen." We hope you will join us on this tour. 🌊

Hello, this is the Yugawara Hot Spring Tourism Association! Located in Yugawara-cho, Ashigarashimo District, Yugawara Town, Kanagawa Prefecture in the southwestern part of Kanagawa Prefecture, Yugawara Hot Spring is popular with many people as a charming Hot Spring resort nurtured by rich nature and history. This area, which has long been loved as the "inner courtyard of Kanto", is blessed with the sea, mountains, and rivers, and is characterized by various ways to enjoy it throughout the year. Please enjoy the quaint atmosphere of "Yugawara Onsen Town" and healing spots such as Hot Spring. The quality of Ryokan's facilities and hospitality is also high, and an increasing number of facilities are ranking high in the Hot Spring Sightseeing spot ranking. It is not only a place to Use One Day Hot Spring and Accommodation, but also an ideal location for Hiking, training camp, and sports Events. At this Yugawara Hot Spring, which has a good reputation by word of mouth, we will Broadcasting Recommendations so that you can spend a relaxing holiday, so please look forward to it. 【Access to Yugawara Hot Spring】 ◆Access to Yokohama Station - Yugawara Station From Yokohama Station to Yugawara Station, it takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes without Transfer on the JR Tokaido Main Line. Good Access is also a recommended point. If you want to Use Car, we recommend going south on Route 135 via Tomei Expressway or Odawara Atsugi Road route. If there is no traffic jam, you will arrive at Yugawara Onsen Town in about one and a half hours. ◆Access to Shinjuku Station - Yugawara Station From Shinjuku Station, the main routes are to Use the JR Shonan Shinjuku Line or the Tokaido Main Line and Transfer at Odawara Station. It takes about 2 hours. Transfer are small and you can come comfortably. In the case of Car, Use Metropolitan Expressway and Odawara Atsugi Road, and arrive in about 2 hours ~ 2 and a half hours. 【About Yugawara Hot Spring】 Yugawara Hot Spring is a high-quality location where you can feel the sea breeze and enjoy the tranquility of the mountains at the same time, even if you look at it nationwide. A variety of Accommodations such as Ryokan and Hotel are scattered around, and there is also a wide variety of facilities that Implementation Day-use Hot Spring. In addition, Hiking courses and walking paths are maintained in Shiroyama and Mt. Nango, and it is a big attraction to be able to walk while enjoying the seasonal flowers and greenery. Held in training camps and sports tournaments for many student and adult sports teams, and the warm climate and good practice environment are supported. We receive many reviews from those who visit for sightseeing, such as "I like the relaxing atmosphere" and "I can enjoy an extraordinary feeling even though it is close to the Central Tokyo". 【Historical background of Yugawara Hot Spring】 Yugawara Hot Spring has a long history, and it was the only Hot Spring in eastern Japan to be mentioned in the "Manyoshu" published in the middle of the Nara period about 1,300 years ago. It is said that many samurai and village people have visited the Hot Spring Cure since ancient times. Hot spring treatment was an important therapy for the people of that time, and it is said that Yugawara's hot spring had a high reputation as a "famous hot spring". After the Meiji era, Access was improved by the maintenance of the railway, and many tourists from Japan and abroad and literary giants such as Akiko Yosano, Toson Shimazaki, Doppo Kunikida, and Ryunosuke Akutagawa visited from Japan and abroad, including Natsume Soseki. Even today, it continues to be supported by a wide range of generations as a Hot spring resort where traditional Hot spring therapy culture and modern tourism facilities coexist. 【Introduction of the spring quality of Yugawara Hot Spring】 Many of the Spring quality in Yugawara Hot Spring are mainly alkaline Hot Spring, and they are also popular for being soft on the skin and Hot water for beautiful skin. Soaking in a bathtub makes it easy for your body to warm up from the core, and you can expect Relief from fatigue recovery and relaxation effects. It is recommended that you can enjoy this blessed hot spring not only in the large public baths of hotels and ryokans in Yugawara Onsen Town, but also at one-day hot spring facilities. 【Popular Sightseeing spots of Yugawara Hot Spring】 ◆Fudo Falls Fudo Falls, a spectacular waterfall with a height of about 15 meters, is a spot where you can fully feel the power of Nature. There is also a promenade and a tea shop around the waterfall, where you can refresh yourself in the air full of negative ions. On the left side of the waterfall is a Shrine dedicated to Fudo Myoo, and you can also pray for Success in life and protection from evil. ◆ Makuyama Park Makuyama Park, which is not to be missed when sightseeing in Yugawara, is Famous as a Famous landmarks for Ume plums and cherry blossoms. Especially during the Ume plum season, the entire park is dyed a beautiful light red color, and it is crowded with many Cherry blossom viewers. Hiking courses are also available in the park, making it easy for everyone from small children to adults to enjoy. ◆Yoshihama Beaches If you want to enjoy summer leisure while sightseeing in Yugawara, "Yoshihama Beaches" is recommended. With a transparency boasting the highest ranking "AA" water quality, it is full of life every year with people enjoying marine sports. Outside of the Bathing in the sea season, it is also a great date spot to stroll while admiring the majestic sea or watch the sunset on the horizon. ◆Shitodo no Iwaya For those who want to feel the history of Yugawara, "Shitodo no Iwaya" is recommended. It is said to be the cave where Minamoto no Yoritomo hid from the Taira clan in 1180. The interior of the cave, surrounded by rough rock faces, is filled with a mysterious atmosphere, and you can feel as if you have traveled back in time. ◆ Sunday Sightseeing Morning Market The "Sunday Sightseeing Morning Market", which is Held in every Sunday morning at the "Manyo Park Yugawara Sōyu Entrance Square", is one of the recommended Spot in Yugawara, where Fresh Local ingredients and Specialty products are lined up. In the lively market, you can get not only seafood and Delicacies of the mountains, but also vegetables, fruits and processed goods Cultivation by Local farmers at reasonable prices. It is popular not only for tourists but also as a kitchen for local residents, and you can experience the rich food culture of Yugawara just by looking at the morning market. 【Specialty products and Gourmet of Yugawara Hot Spring】 ◆Hot spring manju Standard Yugawara souvenirs are "Hot Spring Manju". and different types of Koshian and Tsubuan, each store has a different flavor and Commitment. It is a One of a kind that can be enjoyed not only after after a bath, but also as a souvenir. ◆Yugawara mandarin orange jam Speaking of Yugawara, it is also famous as a famous mandarin orange production area. Packed with the sweetness and aroma of fresh mandarin oranges, "Yugawara Mandarin Orange Jam" is a recommended Gourmet unique to Yugawara. It goes well not only on bread, but also as a topping for yogurt or ice cream. 【Yugawara Hot Spring Events and Festivals】 ◆Yugawara Hot Spring Fireworks Festival The Yugawara Hot Spring Fireworks Festival, which brightens the summer night sky, is a major Events that attracts many tourists every year. The colorful fireworks that are launched illuminate the night sky and the surface of the sea, creating a fantastic sight. There are also Ennichi and stalls around the venue, so you can fully enjoy the atmosphere of the summer Festival. Many Ryokans and Hotels in Yugawara Hot Spring also have Accommodation Plans tailored to the fireworks festival. 【Enjoy Hot Spring Enjoy sightseeing】 Yugawara Hot Spring is an attractive sightseeing spot where you can enjoy history, nature, and rich hot spring culture. Access from Yokohama and Shinjuku is also good, and you can enjoy it on a day trip or at an accommodation, so it is recommended for everyone from those who want to come to play to those who want to enjoy the Hot Spring carefully. At Yugawara Hot Spring, which is highly rated by word of mouth, please spend a special time of healing. This Account will Broadcasting Recommendations for Yugawara Hot Spring, so please Enjoy it!

Isehara Flower Report 2025.3.10 * Hinata Yakushi Plum Garden (Hinata 1644) The plum grove above the rear parking lot of Hinata Yakushi is at its best ✨. Mitsumata shrubs are also in bloom. * Ugaku Bunko Yamaguchi Residence (Kamikasuya 862-1) The plums around the parking lot and the Yamaguchi residence are at their best ✨. The free opening of the plum garden that had passed its peak has ended. Rapeseed flowers along the path behind the plum garden are beautiful. Tour of the nationally registered tangible cultural property Yamaguchi Residence: Adults 300 yen * Along the Ooyama New Trail Okame cherry blossoms are late in opening. Some spots have just started to bloom, depending on location, The buds are swelling, and the best is yet to come ✨ * Photos show yesterday’s conditions. #Isehara Flower Report #Isehara #Plum #Plum blossoms #Ugaku Bunko #Hinata Yakushi

The 40th Ooyama Mountain Climb Marathon 2025 On Sunday, March 9, the Ooyama Mountain Climb Marathon was held! Blessed with clear skies, guest runner and former Olympian Kayoko Fukushi and many other runners dashed from Isehara Station toward Ooyama Afuri Shrine Lower Shrine⛩️, racing through the streets of Isehara. Regular participants commented, “Those final 1,610 stone steps before the finish were as brutal as ever this year!” 💦 At Isehara Elementary School, local product sales and servings of the famous Ooyama tofu drew crowds, while Ryujin Street at Isehara Station North Exit hosted a lively welcome event cheering on the runners. Meanwhile, the ISEHARA Bread Festival Wheat Fest, held the same day at Isehara City General Sports Park for bread lovers, gathered popular bakeries and was a great success! Look forward to the next event 🍞 ✨Isehara buzzed with excitement across the city that day✨ Isehara Isehara City Event Marathon Sightseeing Mountain Climb

Meet the blue world and coral paradise 🌊🐠 on the Okinawa main island tour The sea on the main island of Okinawa is as beautiful as if you were lost in another world. Hokule'a Shonan Held in a tour of the main island of Okinawa where you can fully enjoy this charm. In this article, we will introduce you to plenty of fantastic sights that you can encounter during the tour. 【Impression experience 💙 surrounded by the world of blue】 When you dive into the waters of Okinawa, you will see a world of crystal clear blue in front of you. The color of the sea is deep and clear, and you feel as if you are being sucked in. The sunlight shining into the water beautifully highlights the silhouettes of corals and fish, and you will lose track of time. Especially from winter to Spring, the sea in Okinawa is even more transparent, and you can clearly see the details of fish and coral in the distance. During the tour, experienced instructors will provide solid support so that even beginners can enjoy this mysterious sight with peace of mind. 🤿 [A coral paradise 🌿🪸 woven with pale greenery] Okinawa's coral reefs are impressive with their gentle greenish hue. The sight of coral spreading out like a flower garden is truly a paradise under the sea. If you look closely, you can see colorful small fish swimming around energetically in the coral gaps, like a scene from an Anime. 🐟🐡 Coral reefs are an important part of Okinawa's rich ecosystem. In order to protect this beautiful coral reef, Hokule'a Shonan dives while conveying the importance of environmental protection. Participants are also encouraged to be aware of environmentally friendly behaviors. 🌍 【Encounters 🐠🐟 with a variety of fish】 In the waters of the main island of Okinawa, you can encounter a variety of fish, such as colorful tropical fish, schools of blue-purple fish, and small and cute yellow fish. In particular, the fish swim densely near the coral reef, making it a perfect scene that makes you want to take pictures. 📸 On the tour, you can enjoy each of them, admiring schools of fish swimming leisurely and looking for rare creatures hidden behind the rocks. The instructor will also introduce the names and ecology of the fish, so one of the attractions is not only to see them, but also to have a learning experience. 📝 [How to 🧳✈️ participate in the Okinawa main island tour] Hokule'a Shonan's tour of the main island of Okinawa can be enjoyed by everyone, from beginners to experienced people. We propose a plan tailored to the skills and wishes of the participants, so that they can safely experience the beautiful world of the sea. Details and dates of the tour are available on the official website and social media, so be sure to check them out. 👀 Why don't you create your own special memories in the sea of Okinawa? ✨ [The possibilities are endless! ] 🌟】 Hokule'a Shonan supports the first step into the unknown. In the sparkling blue waters of Okinawa, let's embark on a journey to free your mind and find a new you. 🌊💫

[Hokule'a Shonan] is certified by the PADI 5 Star ID Center! [Hokule'a Shonan goes to the PADI5 Star ID Center] Hokule'a Shonan is the seventh dive shop in Kanagawa Prefecture to be officially certified as a PADI 5 Star Instructor Development Center (PADI 5 Star ID Center) in July 2024! [What is the PADI 5 Star ID Center?] 】 The PADI 5 Star ID Center is a special dive center 🤿 that not only meets the standards of a 5 Star Dive Center, but also provides training from beginner Sense OW divers to aspiring professional instructors This certification is awarded only to 5-Star Dive Centers that meet the following four PADI criteria and are recognized for their higher water level education and achievements: Education: We offer a wide range of educational programs from beginner to advanced Participation in community activities: Contribution through activities and events in the local community Environmental Protection Activities: Proactive Efforts to Protect the Environment Equipment & Experience: Extensive diving equipment and high-quality diving experience In this way, the PADI 5 Star ID Center is a certification built on our desire to "share the joy of diving with as many people as possible" and our belief that we want to provide safe, high-quality services to divers. [A diving experience that you can enjoy with peace of mind] Hokule'a Shonan is a small dive shop, but they put a lot of effort into meticulous care and safety measures. Since we try to respond closely to each customer, we have created an environment where you can Fun diving with peace of mind while valuing the relationship of trust between the instructor and the customer. Under the theme of "Let's embark on a journey to a world we have not yet seen!", we want to provide an exciting experience of discovering new worlds and values through diving. Hokule'a Shonan is not just a diving experience, but also a place where you can feel comfortable in harmony with nature and discover a new you. We will continue to work hard to bring you new discoveries that inspire your sense of adventure, experiences that make you feel Gari connect with your Nature, and Impression that will last a lifetime. When you come to our shop, we would be happy if you could talk a little about the sea!

Isehara Flower Report 2025 The Okame cherry trees along the Shindo trail usually reach full bloom around the time of the Ooyama Climb Marathon, but this year flowering seems a little delayed. The buds have swelled considerably, so we’re looking forward to the blossoms. ✨Sunday, March 9th — Ooyama Climb Marathon✨ The Isehara Tourism Association will also have a booth at Isehara Elementary School (11:00–16:00). ＊Offered with the sacred salt from Ooyama Afuri Shrine Sakamoto Poultry’s Sakamoto no Tamago Boiled egg — 100 yen each (tax included) ＊New release: Value pack Large size 250 g (10 servings) Ooyama Natural Hot Spring Komaya no Yu “Isehara Ooyama no Yu” ♨️ 1 bag 1,500 yen (tax included) And more — a bounty of Isehara’s delicious local specialties and famous products. Once sold out, they’re gone—come early! We look forward to seeing you. #Isehara #Isehara #Ooyama Climb Marathon #Okame cherry #cherry blossoms #flower report #Isehara tourism #sightseeing #local specialties #souvenirs #hot springs Odakyu Line Isehara Station North Exit — on the stairs Station Shop Kururin House (Isehara Station Tourist Information) OPEN 9:00–17:00 (open year-round)

It’s still cold, but spring is definitely approaching! Early-blooming cherry trees around the region are at their best right now. https://www.kanagawa-kankou.or.jp/theme_list/hayazaki_cherry_blossom...

Celebrating the 40th Oyama Mountain Climb Marathon and *Ekimae Chuo Shopping Street* Welcome Event 2025 The Oyama Mountain Climb Marathon finally takes place on Sunday, March 9, 2025! A brutal course awaits: a one-way 9 km route with a 650 m elevation gain and 1,610 stone steps just before the finish line. Starting from Isehara Station North Exit, the course runs past Japan National Route 246 intersection, Shimehiki, Oyama Old Road, Afuri Bridge, Koma approach, Onna-zaka (women's slope), Daisenji Temple, and up to Oyama Afuri Shrine Lower Shrine ⛩️ *Star Guest Runners* 10:00 start: Men 50s and 60 and over Karen Michibata and Angelica Kayoko Fukushi and Ryoko Ichikawa 10:30 start: Men 40s; Women under 39 and 40 and over Mako Chiba, Zhao Youfeng, and Reiko Tosa 11:00 start: Men 30s and under 29 Yuriko Kobayashi, Mari Ozaki, and Kayoko Obata ※Please note that on the day of the event, Chuodori from Isehara Station North Exit to the Japan National Route 246 Isehara Crossing will be temporarily closed to vehicles except route buses, as traffic restrictions related to the climb will be in effect from 9:50 AM to 12:00 PM. At Isehara Elementary School, where the opening ceremony takes place (11:00 AM–4:00 PM), local specialties from Isehara will be on sale, and 100 blocks of Oyama tofu (enough for 900 servings) will be distributed free of charge, among other attractions! A grand welcome event will be held along Ryujin Street at Isehara Station North Exit✨ ※For details of the Ekimae Chuo Shopping Street welcome event, visit the Isehara City Tourism Association website https://isehara-kanko.com/news/9796/... You can run, of course, but also cheer on the runners and soak up the festival atmosphere at the welcome events and more Come on—let’s all get excited together🎉

On Sunday, March 9, the always-popular ISEHARA Bread Festival: Wheat Fest will take place! Many beloved bakeries will be attending, so please come and join us✨! For venue and schedule details, check the official Tourism Association website below https://isehara-kanko.com/news/9790/... #ISEHARA Bread Festival #Wheat Fest #Isehara Bread Festival #Bread Festival #Isehara #Isehara City #Isehara Tourism #Isehara Events #bread #bakery #bread lovers #bakery shop #gourmet #food stroll #event #outing

🌊March 5th is Coral Day! Protecting 🪸 the future of coral reefs Today, March 5th, is [Coral Day]! 🌍 Named after a pun on the words "3 (san)" and "5 (go)", the anniversary aims to raise awareness of the importance of coral reefs and raise awareness of conservation efforts. 🐠 What is a coral reef? Why is it important? 🌊 Coral reefs are an integral part of the marine ecosystem. Not only does it create a beautiful seascape, but it also serves as a habitat for many marine life. It also plays a role in purifying sea water, absorbing carbon dioxide, and cushioning the impact of tsunamis, making it a very important part of the global environment. ⚠️ However, in recent years, coral reefs around the world have Located in in crisis due to climate change, marine pollution, overfishing, and other factors. In particular, coral bleaching due to rising sea water temperatures is a serious problem. 🌏 It's important for each of us to start with what we can do. 🏝️ Three important roles played by coral reefs 1️🐟 ⃣ A paradise for marine life Coral reefs, also known as the "cradle of the sea," provide a rich environment for a wide variety of organisms, including tropical fish, sea turtles, and sharks. 2️🌎 ⃣ Nature's filters to protect the ocean and the planet Corals absorb carbon dioxide and purify sea water. In coastal areas, it also absorbs the energy of waves and reduces the damage caused by tsunamis and storm surges. 3️🛫 ⃣ Attractiveness of Tourist Resources and Ecotourism The coral reef waters are a popular Spot for tourists who enjoy diving and snorkeling. It also serves as a base point for ecotourism and is an important Minamoto to support the local economy. 🌱 5 Things You Can Do to Protect Coral Reefs ✅ 🛍️ Opt for eco-friendly products 　For daily necessities and cosmetics, consider that they will stream into the ocean, and choose environmentally friendly ingredients. In particular, it is important to choose an anti-UV cream with "coral-friendly" ingredients. ✅ 🚯 Reducing plastic waste and keeping our oceans clean 　Try to reduce single-use plastics and pick up trash on the Coast. Plastic waste has a serious impact on marine life. ✅ ♻️ Be aware of actions to prevent Global Warming 　Coral bleaching is caused by rising sea water temperatures. Be aware of actions that contribute to Global Warming measures, such as saving electricity, using renewable energy, and eco-Drive. ✅ 🤿 Observe good manners when diving and snorkeling 　When diving or snorkeling, be careful not to damage the coral. If you kick it with your fins or touch it unconsciously, the coral can easily be damaged. ✅ 💙 Participate in coral reef conservation efforts 　Participating in environmental groups and local cleanup efforts can help protect coral reefs more directly. Online donations and coral farming support are also options. 🌊 Let's 🪸 connect beautiful coral reefs to the future In order to protect the future of coral reefs, it is essential for each of us to be aware of and take action. Whether you enjoy diving or not, protecting the marine environment Gari protects our entire planet. 💡 Let's be aware of "what we can do today" and act together to connect beautiful coral reefs to the future! 🌍 What actions do you take to protect corals? Think about it! ---------------------- 😍 The ocean connects the 🌎✨ world Let's embark on a journey into a world that has not yet been seen! 🇯🇵🗻
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Special Exhibition "Kamakura, Enoshima, Ooyama Walking the New Board Journey Sugoroku ~From the Early Modern Period to the Present~" Opens in 2025 This exhibit displays a travel sugoroku board (sugoroku) drawn as a roadside ukiyo-e game by Katsushika Hokusai in the late Edo period. Starting at Nihonbashi, the popular destinations of Kamakura, Enoshima, and Ooyama take center stage as the route circles through Shibuya for a roughly 40 ri 11 cho (about 157 km) journey over six nights and seven days. Each scene is explained in detail. Dates and Times: Sundays only from March 2 (Sun) to April 27 (Sun) 10:00–15:00 Free admission Venue: Ugaku Bunko Archive (on the grounds of the Yamaguchi family residence) 862-1 Kamikasuya, Isehara City Also running concurrently through this weekend for your enjoyment♬ *Plum Garden Open Free* Almost in full bloom✨ It's beautiful! Period: Through March 9 (Sun) *Hina doll display: final day only, March 9 (Sun) (10:00–15:00) (Adults ¥300, includes admission to the nationally registered Tangible Cultural Property Yamaguchi family residence)