🌳 Forest Kominka Series 🌳 【Yamashigi no Mori】 A 140-year-old kominka standing in the sky at a Elevation of 650 meters. There are two buildings, "Shishigi" built in the Taisho era and "Nakashigi" built in the Meiji era. It is a pleasant place where a gentle forest breeze 🍃 blows through. In the immediate vicinity, there are tea gardens, bamboo forests, fruit trees, and. There are also plenty of hands-on activities to experience the activities of mountain villages. Capacity: 2 buildings, 15 people each, 30 people in total Facilities: Goemon bath, furnace, sunken hearth * The Goemon bath and furnace are facilities only for "Shishigi". ◎ Experience 📍 Tea picking and kettle roasting tea making In the Tea plantations created in the valley, May is the Traditional Japanese straw raincoat season every year. By that time, you can experience picking Tea and making kama-roasted tea at the Yama School A tour will be planned. Roasted tea grown in Yamashigi no Mori is served at "Donkotei" and "Morokko House". It is also sold as "Yamashigi tea". 📍 Ume Plum Chigiri / Ume Plum Shigoto Two Plum trees are also indispensable for life since ancient times. In Morotsuka, Ume plum dishes are held in each household throughout the year. Teaching such Ume Plum work is also a popular project of the "Yama School" tour. Ume syrup and pickled Ume plums are all very popular. 📍 Yuzu picking and yuzu processing From autumn to winter, it is the turn of yuzu. Stay blue, turn yellow, Each of them does a good job. This is also a Standard of the "Yama School" tour set in Yamashigi no Mori. Making and more yuzu, taking a yuzu bath... I will enjoy yuzu to the fullest. * For Accommodation and experience, please contact the Morotsuka Village Tourism Association in advance. ■ Inquiries Morotsuka Village Tourism Association (Shiitake-no-kan 21) Phone number: 0982-65-0178

2025 Cherry blossoms in Shintoku Town Shintoku Shrine Mountain is also a famous landmarks for cherry blossoms, but the cherry blossoms blooming on the riverbed and park in In the town are also very beautiful. The cherry blossoms in In the town are swaying in the wind and their petals are falling little by little. However, the cherry blossoms in the direction of Kuashi are now in full bloom and are in best time to visit. On weekends, ☁️☔️ it is cloudy and rainy, but why don't you come and enjoy seeing the cherry blossoms on Shintoku Shrine Mountain, walking around the cherry blossoms in the In the town, and walking and driving around the cherry blossoms? We also rent bicycles and rental cars, so please feel free to contact us 💁 ♀️ For all of you, I hope 🌸 you have a good day today #Hokkaido #Tokachi #Tokachi Tourism #Shintoku Town #Shintoku Tourism Association #Shintoku Station #Bicycle Rental #Sightseeing with bicycle rental #Car Rental #Cherry Blossom Spot #Famous landmarks of cherry blossoms #Station front Complex facility #tuktuk ##hokkaido #hokkaidotrip #hokkaidotourism #tourism #tokachi #shintoku #cherryflowers #blossom #welcomeshintoku #discovershintoku

Photographed on April 9, 25. It is the honorary cherry blossom of the Shingashi River behind the Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. In the raft, the boatman was practicing.

"Falling Yang ~Shadow Engraving Sansama~" Dusk during Golden Week. A breakwater at a fishing port along the Sea of Japan in Tottori Prefecture, not far from sightseeing spots. Under the setting sunset as usual, each time was streaming slowly. Even though we were in the same air, I felt that the silence of the three of us was engraved on it, and I involuntarily clicked the shutter.

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Josenji Temple with Azaleas in Bloom In spring, Josenji Temple bustled with many cherry-blossom viewers.🌸 Now the petals have fallen, and the weeping cherry trees with fresh green leaves are beautiful.✨ Azaleas bloom across the temple grounds, and the contrast between the new greenery and the vermilion flowers is delightful.😆

Continuing from the previous post, this time we introduce Kozako Forest from Setouchi Kominka Stays Hiroshima, a traditional country house inn in harmony with nature in Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture.✨ Takano Town in Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture, where Kozako Forest is located, is a heavy-snow area whose wide temperature swings create ideal conditions for local produce such as Takano apples, rice, and goods stored in snow cellars. When buying ingredients from Takano, please stop by Roadside Station Takano. About a 12-minute drive from Roadside Station Takano, Kozako Forest appears when you turn down a small lane through broad, peaceful rice fields—an idyllic spot you might miss if you’re not paying attention—surrounded by a quiet woodland. The 150-year-old exterior evokes the feel of a typical old farmhouse at first glance. Step inside, however, and the space transforms into a state-of-the-art glamping environment with modern design. Features include an earthen-floor living area enclosed in full-height glass that blends the surrounding forest and interior, a bioethanol fire pit, and a large projector. This playful accommodation lets you enjoy nature and time with friends in comfort with the latest amenities. Stay with family, a group, a partner, and small to medium-sized dogs are welcome. Enjoy a restorative yet lively stay wrapped in the tranquil natural surroundings. Facilities provided Cooking utensils/tableware/basic seasonings/refrigerator/microwave/toaster/stove/kettle/water server Shampoo/conditioner/body soap/face wash/shaving foam/body towel/brush/hair dryer/toothbrush set/face towel/bath towel/razor/cotton swabs/skin toner/yukata/slippers/Wi‑Fi/large projector with Android TV functionality Check‑in / Check‑out Check‑in from 15:00 Check‑out by 11:00 Children welcome ・Elementary school age and older: ¥4,400 per person ・Preschool children: ¥2,200 per person Pets allowed ・Only small and medium dogs accepted (up to 20 kg) ・Additional fee required (first dog: ¥3,300 / please consult for a second dog) ・Acceptance conditions: housebroken/toen vaccinated/able to stay alone/not in heat ・The property provides only a cage. Please bring toilet supplies, bowls, leashes, sheets, etc. ・Please spend time with your dog in the earthen-floor living area inside the building. ・When making a reservation, please review and agree to the pet accommodation terms and conditions before your visit.

Photographed on April 9, 25. It is the honorary cherry blossom of the Shingashi River behind the Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. In front of the Hikawa Kaikan, a flower raft was made.

Photographed on April 9, 25. It is the honorary cherry blossom of the Shingashi River behind the Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. A flower raft was made.

Photographed on April 9, 25. It is the honorary cherry blossom of the Shingashi River behind the Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. A flower raft was made.

A few years ago, at university, I became a licensed nurse and midwife. After graduating from university, I got a job in my Local Niigata. Due to the declining birthrate and aging population, the number of babies born is small, and the recruitment of midwives is low, so I decided to build a career as a nurse instead of a midwife. The profession of a nurse not only supports the daily lives of people facing illness, but also heals people's hearts at times, and at other times, it is wonderful to be involved in people's lives themselves. As a nurse, I also had a very fully equipped life. However, my longing for the profession of "midwife," which I had studied hard for and obtained a qualification for, did not disappear, and somewhere in my heart, my desire to take on the challenge became stronger. Just as I was thinking about changing jobs to a midwife, I found a very beautiful row of cherry blossom trees in my Local Nagaoka area. In the sunset, the cherry blossoms that were just beginning to bloom caught my eye. It was warm and dignified, like a baby born into this world. At that time, I felt encouraged by the cherry blossoms and decided to take on the challenge of becoming a midwife. This photo is of the cherry blossoms that gave me the final push after my struggle. You only live once, and I want to do what I like and want to do to the fullest, and enjoy my seemingly long and short life to the fullest.

Photographed on April 9, 25. It is the honorary cherry blossom of the Shingashi River behind the Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. A flower raft was made.

Shobara City in Hiroshima Prefecture is home to many traditional folk houses in Japan. Among the three Kominka stays that harmonize with nature, this time we introduce Chojaya from Setouchi Kominka Stays Hiroshima. Chojaya is a breathtakingly beautiful building that has preserved its trade name in this area for 250 years. Its vast 200-square-meter space retains the weight of history while being reborn as a luxurious kominka hotel that offers modern guests comfort and ease of stay. Chojaya is located in Hiwa Town, Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture, a satoyama landscape so picturesque that it appears on tourism posters. In autumn, you can gaze over golden terraced rice fields. Enjoy modern comforts such as a designer spacious bathroom, Western-style bedroom with beds, and an island kitchen. Please bring your own ingredients to cook and dine as you like. Basic seasonings, cooking utensils, and tableware are provided. Address 1528 Mikawachi, Hiwa-cho, Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture 727-0311 Access 40 minutes by car from the Chugoku Expressway Shobara IC exit 35 minutes by car from JR Geibi Line Bingo-Shobara Station 110 minutes by car from Hiroshima Airport 115 minutes by car from Hiroshima Station Check-in / Check-out Check-in: from 15:00 Check-out: by 11:00 Children are welcome to stay • Elementary school age and older: ¥4,400 per person • Preschool children: ¥2,200 per person

"Toshio Suzuki and Yellowtail Exhibition" Zenkoji Temple Limited Held in Commemorative Goods are now on sale at Zenkoji Temple Gift Shop! When you come to "Toshio Suzuki and the yellowtail Exhibition", be sure to stop by Zenko Temple!

Photographed on April 9, 25. It is the honorary cherry blossom of the Shingashi River behind the Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine.

The cherry blossoms on Mt. Shintoku Shrine are reaching their peak bloom 🌸 Evening illumination runs until Sunday, May 11th 🎵 Cherry blossoms fade in the blink of an eye, but their fleeting beauty is wonderful, isn’t it? If you’d like to catch that momentary glow, please come by 🤗 ■ Period: Friday, April 25th, 2025 – Sunday, May 11th, 2025 ■ Time: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM ■ Location: Mt. Shintoku Shrine *Please note the schedule may change depending on the condition of the blossoms.* ■ Contact Shintoku Town Tourism Association (General Incorporated Association) Phone: 0156-64-0522 Business hours: Weekdays 8:30 AM – 5:15 PM https://shintoku-town.net/%e6%96%b0%e5%be%97%e7%a5%9e%e7%a4%be%e5%b1%b1-%e5%a4%9c%e6%a1%9c%e3%83%a9%e3%82%a4%e3%83%88%e3%82%a2%e3%83%83%e3%83%97/...

Nishiki Onuma Park, located in the western part of Tomakomai, Hokkaido. The image shows the entrance to the pond and, beyond the lawn plaza, Mt. Tarumae. From the lawn plaza you can also follow an approximately 4-kilometer course that circles the large pond.

Koinobori Sports Day 🎏 & Azalea Festival 🌸 On May 5th, the event was held in District 8: Koinobori Sports Day and the Azalea Festival. Under a clear sky where koinobori raised by local volunteers drifted gracefully, the sports day took place in the morning.👟 The program offered activities that people of all ages could enjoy, and both adults and children competed with smiles.😆✨ In the afternoon, the venue moved to the gymnasium for a quiz contest and karaoke competition.🎤 The day ended with a much-anticipated raffle, and the whole event was lively from start to finish.😍

Photographed on April 8, 25. It is the weeping cherry blossoms of Saiun Temple.

Hot air balloon flying at the foothills of Mount Asama Every year during Golden Week, the Saku Roux Festival is Held in in Saku City. Hot air balloons flying at the foothills of Mt. Asama have become a tradition.

I'm a carp on Taisho Romantic Dream Street. 🎏

[May 3] Kurara Festival 2025 A Golden Week fast start💪💨 On May 3, Constitution Memorial Day, Kurakura Kurara in the former Kuraoka Junior High School hosted the Kurara Festival 2025🥳 The weather could not have been better that day☀️✨ The venue bustled with many food and drink stalls, fortune-telling, relaxation services, crafts, and a flea market. About 300 visitors came, making it a very lively day🤗🌟 Because it was quite warm, shaved ice was hugely popular🍧💕 (Adults seemed to prefer alcohol🍺?) In the courtyard, Nani.loa HULA studio performed hula dances🌺 A special guest performance featured the vice principal of Kuraoka Elementary School singing passionately, which electrified the crowd😆🔥 The raffle offered many luxurious prizes, and smiles were everywhere☺️✨ Although a new festival that started last year, Kurara Festival has already become a beloved event both inside and outside the local community👏💡 Everyone is already looking forward to next year💕

It is a Carp streamer of Kawagoe Hachimangu. 🎏 Today is Children's Day.

It is the night cherry blossom of the Sakagawa River in Yamaguchi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture. There are beautiful cherry blossoms 🌸 in all 57 prefectures in Japan, and they are loved by the local people and must have been passed down from generation to generation. I truly believe that cherry blossoms are the flowers of the hearts of Japan.

Photographed 5/1/25. CAFE ANDON's Iced Cafe Latte and Lemon and Poppy Seed Shortcake. 🍋 The acidity of the lemon and the iced café latte go well together. 😊

【🌸 Gokase Hanami 2025 — Featured Photo Submissions Part 11 🌸】 It’s been a while, but we’re resuming introductions of the works submitted to “#Gokase Hanami 2025,” currently hosted on the Gokase Tourism Association Instagram account 🤩💫 @sayasyoto They submitted many photos of the rhododendrons at Mikasho Shrine and a rare bamboo called kikkouchiku.✨ They also showcased the beauty of the leaves remaining on the cherry trees after blooming.🌸🌿 Since we can, please enjoy comparing these with the cherry blossom photos we introduced earlier.☺️💕 -------------------------------------------------------------------- Now then, the long-running “#Gokase Hanami 2025” is finally in its final stretch.💪💡 The event runs through Sunday, May 11, so if you took flower photos in Gokase during Golden Week, please do submit them.🤗✨ ≪#How to Enter Gokase Hanami 2025 ≫ Follow the Gokase Tourism Association Instagram account and post flower photos taken within Gokasecho to Instagram with the two hashtags #Gokase Hanami 2025 and #date of photography (example: #March 20).🤳❤️‍🔥 Gokase Tourism Association Instagram account https://www.instagram.com/gokase_kanko/... Period: From Thursday, March 20, 2025, through Sunday, May 11, 2025 ⚠️ Other rules are posted on the Gokase Tourism Association website. Be sure to read them before applying. https://www.town.gokase.miyazaki.jp/kanko/ivent/1962.html... ⚠️ Please take great care to avoid accidents while photographing.

Photographed 5/1/25. This is a hot sandwich set of avocado shrimp from CAFE ANDON. I am well taken care of. 😊

Photographed 5/1/25. After the Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine Monthly Festival, I relaxed at the Starbucks Bell Ring Street store. It's a cappuccino cinnamon roll. Cinnamon rolls have gotten bigger, haven't they? 😊

Mount Jōnen as seen from Azumino under a stretch of clear weather If you look closely, you can spot the snow pattern called “Jōnenbō” on the mountain’s slope Can you make out the figure of a monk wearing a kasaya robe and carrying a sake flask? People long ago used this snow pattern as a seasonal cue for tasks such as sowing seeds and planting rice seedlings, weaving it into their daily lives Azumino is now just entering the rice-planting season

Photographed 5/1/25. It is a one-year cheap sea bream lottery of Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. The green one-year sea bream lottery is called Tokiwagi.