Photographed on June 13. Along the roughly 400-meter Jacaranda Promenade to the left and right of the famous “Omiya no Matsu,” the jacaranda trees remain in full bloom. These beautiful bluish-purple flowers reach their peak during the rainy season. They are fragile in rain and wind, and petals have already begun to fall, so please visit soon. https://ataminews.gr.jp/event/338...

[Sunday, July 13] is the day the Ice Tunnel opens A popular spot in Nishiokoppe Village —The Ice Tunnel— This hidden gem can only be seen in summer. Because there is less snow than usual this year the opening will be held not on the final Sunday of July but on the mid-month date of Sunday the 13th! However, sightings of bears or other unavoidable reasons may force the event to be canceled. Last year, although heavy snow had already melted and the tunnel-shaped ice could not be seen, visitors were able to go farther inside than usual and enjoy a special experience. What kind of ice formations will we see this year? We will announce event details on the village website and this account, so please check for updates. #Nishiokoppe Village #Hokkaido #Ice Tunnel #Opening Day #July 13 #Summer

Introduction of geo Spots in Yamanashi Uenohara "Kingi Rock" Outcrop on the left bank of the Katsura River near Matsudome

Photographed on June 2, 25. Oriental Mango & Tea Frappuccino and Mango Mousse Cake. 🥭 After Prayer to Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine the day before, I won a CV coupon.

Fukoji Temple Hydrangeas ❚ Bloom Status as of June 13, 2025 Fukoji Temple stands in Asaji Town, Bungo-Ono, Oita Prefecture. It is famous as a hydrangea sightseeing spot. The hydrangeas are currently about 70–80% in bloom. They should reach peak bloom this weekend. This year there are fewer flowers than usual, but each one blooms beautifully. We will update the bloom status as it progresses. Location: Kamiozuka, Asaji Town, Bungo-Ono, Oita Prefecture Access: About a 10-minute drive from JR Asaji Station Parking: Available (free) Toilets: Available ❚ Fukoji Temple The stone-carved Buddha on the temple grounds, including its base, measures about 11 meters tall and is one of Japan’s largest cliff carvings. The central, giant figure is Fudo Myoo. Fudo Myoo usually appears with an angry expression, but years of wind and rain have softened this carving into a rounded, gentle face. Though large, this Fudo Myoo has a very approachable presence. Fukoji is also known as Hydrangea Temple because so many hydrangeas are planted there. During the rainy season you can see numerous hydrangea blooms alongside the cliff carving. The planted hydrangeas are cared for by the temple and local residents. ■■■ Access to Bungo-Ono City Center ■■■ From JR Hakata Station, Fukuoka Prefecture: about a 3-hour drive From JR Kumamoto Station, Kumamoto Prefecture: about a 2-hour drive From JR Beppu Station, Oita Prefecture: about a 1 hour 20 minute drive From JR Yufuin Station, Oita Prefecture: about a 1 hour 20 minute drive ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Introducing sightseeing and recommended spots in Kyushu, Bungo-Ono, Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■

In Iyo City, Ehime Prefecture, there are two nationally Famous Bonito flakes factories, Yamaki and Marutomo. In addition, the Kaminada Fisheries Cooperative Kyoei Net manufactures and sells high-quality dried anchovy using Fresh anchovy caught in Iyonada Sea, and the Iyo Forestry Association makes thick and nutritious dried shiitake mushrooms using log cultivated shiitake mushrooms. All of them are products from which you can get delicious "dashi". "Dashi" is the base of Japanese cuisine and plays an important role in determining the deliciousness. Iyo City, which is rich in products that produce such "dashi", is a "city of dashi". In Iyo City, the "town of dashi", Aihara Seafood Shop, which has inherited the traditional manufacturing method since the founding of 1965 (Showa 40), has become so popular that orders There are receive from all over the country. Of particular note is the "Muroaji shaved flakes". Carefully selected muroaji is carefully removed from the middle bone by hand, dried in the sun, and then shaved with a well-used Showa 30 (Showa 30)-style sharpening machine. "Flower Bonito", which has been popular in Iyo City for a long time, is actually this "Muroaji shaved flakes". It is characterized by a stronger umami flavor than Bonito flakes. Please enjoy this special shaved flakes once. 🐟 Enjoy 🐟 the "dashi town" with a handedness "dashi" experience The Events "Iyo City Fureai Saturday Night Market" where you can Tasting the dashi of Aihara Seafood Store is Held in from the first to the third Saturday of June every year! Here, you can compare several types of dashi taken on the spot and have a "handedness" dashi experience. The raw materials for dashi vary depending on the region, such as bonito flakes, shaved flakes, dried sardines, kelp, and dried shiitake mushrooms. Please take this opportunity to visit Iyo City, the "city of dashi", and experience the deep dashi culture. 📍 Aihara Seafood Store 📍 Address: 12-5 Nada-cho, Iyo-shi, Ehime Phone: 089-982-0505 Business hours:8:40~17:00 Regular holiday: Every Sunday Car parking lot: None * Please Use the shopping street shared parking lot Car

Photographed on June 1, 25. It is Hanachozu of Naritasan Kawagoe Betsuin. Visiting the site of the Goma Prayer. On Weekends and Holidays, after the Goma prayer, you can receive a treasure sword blessing. Since it was a great opportunity, I received the blessing of the treasure sword.

Introduction of geo Spots in Yamanashi Uenohara "Uba's bosom"

Photographed on June 9, 25. LEC COFFEE's cold yellowtail cream and banana basque cheesecake. When I Prayer Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine, I am indebted to you. 😊

Hello 😊 This is Jewelry Town! The rainy season has begun, and the deep green soaked by the rain feels lush and calming 🌱 With the changing seasons, a new café has opened near the entrance to the waterfalls at Shosenkyo Gorge! According to the staff, their pancakes enjoyed amid nature and shaved ice made from natural ice come highly recommended 🥞🍧 This year, swallows have come to nest at our shop again. We’re all looking forward to the lively chirps of the chicks 🐣 Also, new products keep arriving! We carry high-quality amethyst and some rather rare quartz specimens ✨ Please drop by and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Shosenkyo Gorge with us ☺️ All our staff look forward to seeing you♪

Choose from 1,724 Municipality nationwide! Ranked 😍 23rd in the TOP 100 of the "Summer Resort Ranking" Implementation by the travel app "NEWT", Shobara City and Jinsekikogen Town in Hiroshima Prefecture ranked 23rd out of 1,724 municipalities nationwide. 【Survey Summary】 Survey conducted by "NEWT" (https://newt.net/),... a tour and Hotel reservation app for overseas and domestic travel Article URL: https://newt.net/jpn/nagano/mag-608849428...

[Reservation Required] Summer 2025: Town Tour Bus Operated with the “Teshikaga Eco Passport”! We are announcing the Summer 2025 operation schedule for the Mashu–Kuttari (Mashu–Kushiro) sightseeing loop bus that visits the main scenic spots in Teshikaga. The loop bus ticket, the Teshikaga Eco Passport, will again be available this year in two types: a 2-day pass and a 3-day pass. Please reserve in advance and make full use of it. It’s recommended for anyone who feels uneasy about driving or who wants an easy way to enjoy sightseeing in Teshikaga. [Operation Period] Saturday, July 26, 2025 – Sunday, August 31, 2025 [Fares] Adult Child 2-day pass (2 days) 2,000 yen 1,000 yen 3-day pass (3 days) 3,000 yen 1,000 yen [Inquiries] Mashu-ko Tourism Association 015-482-2200 (Weekdays 9:00–17:00) [Open Only During the Period] Eco Pass Stations JR Mashu Station 9:30–16:30 JR Kawayu Onsen Station 8:30–16:30 070-8995-2599 (Eco Pass dedicated line) https://masyuko.or.jp/news/2025summermoekopassaruyo/...

Hello to all COOL JAPAN VIDEOS viewers! This is the Minami Town Tourism Association! IN THE FUTURE, WE WILL INTRODUCE PLENTY OF THE CHARM OF MINAMI TOWN IN TOKUSHIMA PREFECTURE IN COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, SO THANK YOU! ◆◆◆ What is Minami Town, Kaibu District, Tokushima Prefecture? Located in Minami Town, Kaibu District, Tokushima Prefecture, in the southern part of Tokushima Prefecture, it is an area rich in beautiful Nature and historical Famous landmarks, as well as delicious seafood and Delicacies of the mountains. Minami Town was created in 2006 by the merger of Hiwasa Town and Yuki Town, and currently has a population of about 5,600 people. (As of May 31, 2025) In addition to the 23rd shrine of the 88 Shikoku Sacred Sites and the Yakuo Temple, our Minami Town is home to the Senba Sea Cliffs included in the "Muroto Anan Coast National Park" and the Ohama Coast (a nationally designated natural monument), which is a spawning ground for loggerhead sea turtles. You can enjoy the scenery of the Four Seasons woven by vast nature and the profound historical heritage that has continued for more than 1,200 years. In recent years, we have also attracted a wide range of satellite offices from all over the country to promote "lively Kaso Minami Town" (meaning a lively and depopulated town). ◆◆◆ Access to Minami Town, Kaibu District, Tokushima Prefecture ◇Tokushima Station - Access to Minami Town, Kaibu District, Tokushima Prefecture The Access from Tokushima Station to Minami Town can be Use by Car and public transportation. Access to Tokushima Station is ・Shuttle bus from Tokushima airports ・Highway buses from various parts of the country ・ About 30 minutes after getting off the Tokushima IC on the Kobe-Awaji Naruto Automobile Road And so on. By Car: About 1 hour and 10 minutes by National Route 55 from Tokushima City Center (Tokushima Station, etc.) Line Car: About 1 hour and 30 minutes from Tokushima Station on the JR Mugi Line (depending on the flight) In addition, there is a direct highway bus from Osaka Station and Nankai Namba to Minami Town. ◆◆◆ Popular Sightseeing spots in Minami ◇ Prayer for protection from evil Temple Medicine King Temple The official name is "Daiozan Mujuin Yakuo Temple". Yakuo Temple, the 23rd of the 88 Shikoku Sacred Sites, is a Sightseeing spot that Representative Minami Town. According to legend, it was built in 726 by Gyoki at the request of Emperor Shomu, and then in 815, Kobo Daishi carved the Honzon of the Temple, Yakushi Nyorai. Because of this auspiciousness, it has come to be counted as the 23rd sacred site of the 88 sacred sites in Shikoku, and has become widely known as the root prayer place for the extermination of evil. From the Yakuo Temple, you can overlook the Hiwasa area, and it is a place where you can feel the history that the Yakuo Temple has walked with the town. ◇Loggerhead sea turtle spawning grounds Ohama Coast Ohama Coast is a gentle sandy beach in the southern Coastline of Tokushima Prefecture, where there are many beautiful but steep rias coastlines. Ohama Coast is widely known as a spawning ground for sea turtles, and loggerhead sea turtles Visit to lay eggs every year from mid-May ~ mid-August. Due to its rarity, it has been designated as a national natural monument as "the sea turtles of Ohama Coast and their spawning grounds", and it is also designated as "One of the 100 best beaches in Japan" and "88 places in Shikoku". ◇Shining sandy beach Tainohama Beaches Located in the Muroto-Anan Coast National Park, which is famous for its high water quality, Tainohama is one of the beaches boasting one of the best water quality in western Japan. It is a white sand beach with a length of 1 kilometers, and the Sunrise rising from the Coastline makes the Yuki district Famous. In addition, from the opening of the sea in early July to mid-August every year, JR Tainohama Temporary Station is opened, and one of the attractions is that there is a direct connection from the station to the Beaches. ◇ Kuroshio Sculpture Art Senba Sea Cliff To the west of Ohama Coast is the mouth of the Hiwasa River, and from there is a steep ria coastline to the southwest. In particular, the sea cliff with a rough but magnificent vertical cliff with a length of about 2 Kilometers is named "Senba Sea Cliff". The Pacific Ocean seen from a Precipitous cliff of about 250 Meter high, which rises like a folding screen, is truly a masterpiece. ◆◆◆ Roadside Station in Minami Town, Kaibu District, Tokushima Prefecture Roadside Station Hiwasa Located along Route National Route 55, "Roadside Station Hiwasa" also has a direct connection to JR Hiwasa Station, and was born as an exchange Base point that connects people who have visit with the local community, both Car and line Car. The large site can be easily used as a resting point for long take a break from driving. Sankokan and Products Museum sell Local Specialty and handicrafts, and Broadcasting the charm of the area to those who visit. In addition, we, the "Minami Town Tourism Association", widely broadcasting the charm of Minami Town in front of the Products Museum of Hiwasa, a Roadside Station. ◆◆◆ Events and Festivals in Minami Town, Kaibu District, Tokushima Prefecture ◇ Yakuo Temple New Spring First Pilgrimage to the Shrine Every year on the 3rd of New Year's Day, many people from all over the country come to visit the First Pilgrimage to the Shrine on the Yakuo Temple Visit. There are a unique custom in which Worshippers make offerings for each step when climbing the 33-step women's slope and the 42-step men's slope to remove the evil. ◇ Umigame Festival Every year in July, the "Umigame Thanksgiving Festival" at Ohama Coast, where loggerhead sea turtles come ashore to lay eggs, the "Umigame Festival" at the Events venue, and the Noryo Fireworks Display on the Hiwasagawa riverbed are Held in. ◇ Umigame Triathlon Swim along the Ohama Coast, a scenic spot full of tropical atmosphere, run along the Minamiawa Sunline with Cape Muroto in the distance, and run along the banks of the Clear streams Hiwasa River. Held in every July, a triathlon that unites people and nature. ◇Hiwasa Yawata Shrine Autumn Festival Held in every October, it is a traditional autumn festival that has lasted for more than 200 years. The sight of the first day when eight drum stalls parade around the town, and the second day, the day of this festival, when these drum stalls go out to the Ohama Coast, is a masterpiece. ◇Akamatsu Shrine Dedication Blowtube Fireworks It is a dedication ceremony for "Akamatsu Blowtube Fireworks" held at Akamatsu Shrine in October. One by one, they run around under the sparks spewed out from the blowtube fireworks, which are carefully handmade, with shouts of "I made it, I made it!" and pray for a good harvest the following year. ◇Yuki Ise Shrimp Festival Held in every year in November to pray for a big catch and to revitalize the town. Fresh seafood Landings at Yuki Fishing Port and other places are sold at low prices, and Ise shrimp, which bears the name of the Festival, is especially Popular. ◆◆◆ Minami Town PR Character Kametaro Minami Town PR "Nuru Chara" Kametaro. In addition to Events in Minami In the town, he participates in exhibitions and sightseeing Events inside and outside the prefecture to Broadcasting the charm of Minami Town. In addition to the popular Sightseeing spot, they would like to enrich the tour by developing the Sightseeing spot of the hidden gem that is not yet known, and make Minami Town even more "lively". ◆◆◆ Introducing Tourist Information of Minami Town, Kaibu District, Tokushima Prefecture Minami is a charming town with beautiful Nature and rich history. Through the beautiful scenery of the Four Seasons, please fully enjoy the charm of Minami Town. We will continue to Broadcasting the recommendations of Minami Town, so please follow us!

Photographed on June 9, 25. After Prayer to Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine, we visited LEC COFFEE. It's a banana Basque cheesecake. 🍌 This is also a masterpiece.

At the "National Bihoku Hillside Park" of Hiroshima Prefecture Shobara City, we will Held in "Making Ume Plum Mogi and Ume Plum Juice" from June 18 (Water) ~ June 20 (Fri), 2025. 【Contents】 This is a program where children learn about the food culture of rural woodlands through the experience of making Ume Plum Mogi and Ume Plum Juice. [Schedule] ◯ Ume plum mogi (in front of the assembly hall: about 20 minutes) ・ Let's all pluck the fruit (Ume plum fruit) that has become a Plum tree! ◯ Making Ume Plum Juice (Yakimono Workshop: about 40 minutes) ・ Let's get rid of the stem! ・Let's sterilize with hot water! ・ Let's cool down with a fan! ・Let's pickle it with sugar! * If you take the pickled "Ume Plum Juice" home, store it in a cool place, and pickle it, you will be able to drink it in about 1~2 months. ・ Tasting the finished Ume plum juice! * Since it takes a period of time from soaking to drinking, the Ume Plum juice to be Tasting this time is It was pickled last year. 【Place】National Bihoku Hillside Park Hiba-no-sato Sanshuden-mae and Satoyama-yashiki 【Address】4-10 Mikkaichi Town, Shobara City 【Contact】National Bihoku Hillside Park TEL 0824-72-7000 Click here for detailed Events Information ▽ https://www.shobara-info.com/event/5105...

Photographed on June 9, 25. This is Hanachozu from Cha Soba Juan. 🌻

Photographed 6/10/25. This is Tomoko Fukumitsu's chalk art. It's very, very pretty, isn't it? 🐸☁️☔️🌈

Fukoji Hydrangeas ❚ Bloom Status as of June 10, 2025 Fukoji Temple is in Asaji Town, Bungo-Ono, Oita Prefecture. It is also famous as a hydrangea sightseeing spot. The hydrangeas are currently about 50–60% in bloom. Blooming has progressed considerably. We will update the bloom status as it changes. [Location] Kamiozuka, Asaji Town, Bungo-Ono, Oita Prefecture [Access] About 10 minutes by car from JR Asaji Station [Parking] Available (free) [Toilets] Available ❚ Fukoji Temple The bas-relief Buddha carved into the temple grounds, including its pedestal, measures about 11 meters in height, making it one of Japan’s largest bas-relief Buddhas. The enormous central figure is Fudo Myoo (Acala). Fudo Myoo is typically depicted with an angry expression, but years of exposure to wind and rain have softened this bas-relief into a rounder, gentler face. Though large, the Fudo Myoo here feels very approachable. Fukoji is also called “Hydrangea Temple” because so many hydrangeas are planted there. During the rainy season, you can see many hydrangea blooms alongside the bas-relief Buddha. The hydrangeas planted there are cared for by the temple and local community. ■■■ Access to central Bungo-Ono City ■■■ About 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station, Fukuoka Prefecture About 2 hours by car from JR Kumamoto Station, Kumamoto Prefecture About 1 hour 20 minutes by car from JR Beppu Station, Oita Prefecture About 1 hour 20 minutes by car from JR Yufuin Station, Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Introducing sightseeing and recommended spots in Kyushu, Bungo-Ono, Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■

Kamui Terrace at Lake Mashu, a facility where you can experience the many natural faces of Lake Mashu, reopened after renovations in the summer of 2022. You can feel the lake’s natural charm, which reveals different expressions by season and time of day. We introduce Kamui Terrace at Lake Mashu, a well-appointed facility featuring observation terraces, an indoor lounge with large glass windows offering sweeping panoramas, and a wide selection of souvenirs. https://masyuko.or.jp/enjoy/masyuresthouse/...

Shobara City in Hiroshima Prefecture consists of seven towns. This time, following on from yesterday's posts, we will introduce 3 of the 7 towns! ✨ 【Tojo Town】 ・ Full of Specialties and Famous landmarks! A town with a retro appearance that moves your heart (Photos 1~4) Blessed with a retro townscape and nature that makes you feel nostalgic, Tojo Town. At Teishaku Gorge, you can enjoy the beauty of Nature created over a long period of time, such as the natural bridge Yubashi, Limestone caves, and clear streams. The center of Tojo Town has long been a thriving tatara iron making, brewing industry such as sake and vinegar, and the manufacture of limestone products, and there are Famous confectionery such as "Takeya Manju" and "Obashi"! It is a good old traditional town. 【Saijo Town】 ・Full of romance! A town with many anecdotes (Photos 5~8) Saijo Town spreads from Shobara City along the Geibi Line. Saijo Town is an area where there are many legends of Traditional Japanese straw raincoat described in the Kojiki, UMA hibagon, and power spots, and National Route 314 is called "Hiba Izanami Highway". On the other hand, you can enjoy the idyllic scenery of the Geibi Line Car with its cute single track, the rich countryside, and the Kumano Tunnel, which is known only to those in the know. 【Hiwa Town】 ・Terraced rice fields talk about the four seasons! A town blessed with crops (Photos 9~12) Hiwa Town is rich in delicious rice, natural ayu, Yamame, apples, Soba and other agricultural crops. In early summer, fireflies fly around, the starry sky is so starry that you can see the Milky Way, and you can feel the scenery of the Four Seasons from the rice terraces. Trekking on Mt. Azuma leading to the Mt. Hiba Imperial Mausoleum, the endangered species of Higotai is also observed, and you will be healed by the quaint townscape. Shobara City Tourist Information Site "Shobara Tourist Navi" is here ▽ https://www.shobara-info.com//

Photographed on June 9, 25. I found a 💙 hydrangea on Taisho Romantic Dream Street.

Shobara City in Hiroshima Prefecture consists of seven towns. This time, we will introduce 4 of the 7 towns! ✨ 【Shobara area】 ・ Full of smiles for family gatherings! Shobara City (Photos 1~4) It is a town bustling with Gourmet food, long-established stores, Direct sales, and Events. The only National Bihoku Hillside Park in the Chugoku region where you can enjoy colorful flowers throughout the four seasons, from tulips in Spring to winter blooming botan, is a park in the Shobara area that can be enjoyed by families of three generations under the theme of "hometown and play". In addition, the cherry blossoms in Ueno Park were selected as a "100 best cherry blossom viewing spots" by the Japan Sakura Association. Use the Geibi Line or highway transit bus to arrive at Bingo Shobara Station. The scenery of the Four Seasons fascinates the Visitors. 【Soryo Town】 ・ Konjac and yokan! A traditional town that conveys the charm of rural woodlands (Photos 5~8) The flower "Setsubun grass" that heralds the arrival of Spring. More than 40 natural habitats (more than 20 colonies) have been confirmed in Soryo Town, which is One of the best in Japan. In the area surrounded by Clear water and abundant nature, where snowmelt streams stream in spring, Gastronomical delicacies unique to this area are popular, such as the long-established taste "Taga Yokan" that has been around since the Meiji era, and the "Soryo Konjac" which is a hand-cooked konjac made with raw potatoes. There are many activities to refine the charm of rural woodlands and enliven the central Mountainous Area, such as associations that take advantage of depopulation and initiatives for rural woodlands capitalism. 【Kuchiwa Town】 ・ Speaking of mouth, Mo Mo! A town where Wagyu beef culture flourished (Photos 9~12) Kuchiwa Town is located in the northern part of Hiroshima Prefecture, almost in the middle of the Chugoku Mountains. There are many Spot where you can feel the history, such as the famous peak "Mt. Hakkokumi" with a beautiful rice ball-shaped shape, and the mountain of faith "Mt. Bumine" that enshrines tengu, as well as many Clear streams such as rare fireflies, and in the summer, you will be soothed by the murmur of the river and fireflies. Specialties and specialties such as cheese and ice cream made from Hiba beef and raw milk served at the G7 Hiroshima Summit are also manufactured here! Also, from April ~ October, you can enjoy "Shobara rural woodlands Rafting" at Sweetfish no Sato Park, and after playing many, relax in the hot spring of Sweetfish no Sato Park Takase. 【Koya Town】 ・A town on a Highlands where apples grow! Heavy snowfall area with a panoramic view of the snowy landscape (Photos 13~16) Koya Town is located in the northernmost part of Hiroshima Prefecture. It is an area with a high Elevation, clean Water and air, and a large temperature difference blessed with mountain Nature. Apples are a specialty, and you can see apple orchards all over the town. Use campsites that make use of abundant nature, Hiroshima Prefecture natural monuments such as cherry blossoms and giant ginkgo trees, and many scenic spots and historical sites. Shobara City Tourist Information Site "Shobara Tourism Navi" HP is here ▽ https://www.shobara-info.com//

<2025 Spring Shiribeshi Yua Fair in Kimobetsu is coming!> The Yua Fair in Kimobetsu will take place over two days, Saturday, June 14th to Sunday, June 15th. Oysters, Rusutsu jumbo skewers, venison burgers and other gourmet foods from the Shiribeshi region will gather in Kimobetsu! The Kimobetsu Tourism Association will also have a stall selling usapara-yaki! Please come to the venue! Date and Time: Saturday, June 14th to Sunday, June 15th Location: “Yua Plaza” opposite Gono-eki Hot Kimobetsu

The 38th Meisui Hakusangawa Firefly Festival On June 7, 2025, the "Meisui Hakusangawa Firefly Festival" took place at Inazumi Underwater Cave Square. At the festival, visitors enjoyed the powerful drumming of Toyuu Taiko and the stirring dances of Okuhata Kagura. The Hakusangawa Firefly Festival is a warm, community-led event that continues out of locals' desire to celebrate and enliven the area. The day ended with a lively fan dance performed by local residents, drawing a large crowd. After the festival, many attendees stayed to enjoy firefly watching. Access to central Bungoono City About a 3-hour drive from JR Hakata Station, Fukuoka Prefecture About a 2-hour drive from JR Kumamoto Station, Kumamoto Prefecture About a 1 hour 20 minute drive from JR Beppu Station, Oita Prefecture About a 1 hour 20 minute drive from JR Yufuin Station, Oita Prefecture □□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□ Tourism and recommended spots in Kyushu, Bungo-Ono, Oita Prefecture □□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□

🗻Let’s go to Tateyama to see Diamond Fuji!🗻 From July 7 to August 2, here are the spots where you can enjoy Diamond Fuji 🗻. At the dates and times (sunset times) below, you can enjoy Diamond Fuji 🗻 at the listed locations. Weather permitting, may you witness a beautiful moment♪ Monday, July 7 19:06–18:46 Mera Beach Tuesday, July 8 19:05–18:46 Mera Beach Wednesday, July 9 19:05–18:46 Around Mera-saki Shrine Thursday, July 10 19:05–18:45 Around Mera Fishing Port Friday, July 11 19:04–18:45 Around Aihama Fishing Port Saturday, July 12 19:04–18:44 Aihama Beach Sunday, July 13 19:04–18:44 Hirasunaura Monday, July 14 19:03–18:44 Hirasunaura Beach Tuesday, July 15 19:03–18:43 Around Goshin-ishi (Sumisaki Shrine) Wednesday, July 16 19:02–18:43 Sumisaki area Thursday, July 17 19:02–18:42 Around Sumisaki Lighthouse Friday, July 18 19:01–18:42 Sumisaki area Saturday, July 19 19:00–18:41 Around Sakata Fishing Port Sunday, July 20 19:00–18:41 Kenbutsu Beach Monday, July 21 18:59–18:40 Kainan Togiri Shrine Tuesday, July 22 18:59–18:39 Shimohara Fishing Port, Hamada Port area Wednesday, July 23 18:58–18:39 Around Koya Fishing Port (Tateyama Port Arrival Point) Thursday, July 24 18:57–18:38 Oga Beach Friday, July 25 18:56–18:37 Around the Self-Defense Force area Saturday, July 26 18:56–18:36 Okinoshima / Around Shiroyama Park Sunday, July 27 18:55–18:36 Okinoshima (Fuji viewpoint) Monday, July 28 18:54–18:35 Around Tateyama Sunset Pier Tuesday, July 29 18:53–18:34 Around Hojo Pier Wednesday, July 30 18:52–18:33 Around Cocos (Hojo Beach) Thursday, July 31 18:51–18:32 Around Tateyama Onsen Yuhigaoka Shokaku (Yahata Beach) Friday, August 1 18:51–18:31 Around the Civic Sports Ground (Nago Beach) Saturday, August 2 18:50–18:30 Around Kaisei Gakuen Nago Dormitory (Nago Beach)

June 15 — All-You-Can-Pack Vegetables This popular packing event at Roadside Station Green Farm Tateyama draws huge crowds! How many kilograms can you pack? Date and time: Sunday, June 15 Starts at 10:00 (ends when stock runs out) Time limit: 1 minute Participation fee: 1 bag 500 yen (tax included) * Residents of Chiba Prefecture receive a 100-yen discount! Please present a document that verifies your address (driver’s license, etc.). https://greenfarm-tateyama.com//

Today, we will take a walk ☔ around the rainy Castle Town Kitsuki The rainy season has begun, and there is a heavy rain warning today. In the meantime, I guided a small group customer from Australia and took a walk in the rain in the Kitadai Samurai Residence Street. Here are just a few places you can enjoy on a rainy day. Please take a look at the scenery that can only be seen in Kitsuki City, and can only be seen on rainy days. 【Isoya Residence】The culture of hospitality seen in the Lord's resting place At the top of the slope of the accounting hall is the "Rakujutei" of the imperial residence set up as a resting place for the lords. Three of the rooms, the entrance room, the guest room, and the tea room, still remain as the Isoya residence. The architecture was built in the thirteenth year of culture (1816). After that, Kato Yogoemon, who became the owner, repeatedly expanded and renovated it, and it took its current form. Just as the role of Rakujutei was "rest", "healing" hospitality is prepared everywhere in the mansion. The garden is the best representation of this. The view of the garden, which can be seen from every room in the mansion, shows the Commitment and care of this mansion. Each window frame reflects a different garden scene, and the stylish arrangements extend to the hand water bowls and Ranma. The location of the paving stones placed in the garden, the arrangement and type of trees that have been fully calculated. Throughout the mansion, there is a profound spirit that speaks to us over the past 200 years. 【Isoya Residence】 〒873-0001 大分県杵築市杵築211-1 TEL 0978-63-1488 business hours 10:00~17:00 (Admission until 16:30) Closed Year-end and New Year holidays Entrance Fees Individuals: Adults 300 yen / Elementary and junior high school students 150 yen Groups: Adults 240 yen / Elementary and junior high school students 120 yen

Photographed on June 9, 25. At the Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine, 💜 I found a hydrangea of . It has a gradient and is beautiful.

[🌸 Gokase Flower Viewing 2025 🌸 Results Announcement] Thank you for waiting‼️ Here are the results of “Gokase Flower Viewing 2025” 🥳🎉 This time, in addition to followers of our association’s Instagram account, winners were decided by votes submitted via Google Form and by general voting at four polling stations set up around Gokasecho 👏✨ Amazingly, we received a total of 151 votes 😳❗ Thank you to everyone who voted 🙇‍♀️💕 We will send a “Voter Prize” to 10 people selected by lottery from among those who voted ✨ We have already contacted the winners 💡 Please note that the notification of winning serves as the official announcement of the winners 🙏 Now, here are the results 👇👇👇 [🥇 Gold Prize] @reoron001219 (photo 2) [🥈 Silver Prize] @_yuta610 (photo 3) [🥉 Bronze Prize] @fowafuwarin5 (photo 4) @sakai_0808 (photo 5) This time, two entrants shared the Bronze Prize 🎉 Each entry was stunningly beautiful and made us sigh in admiration 🥹✨ As always, we are simply amazed by everyone’s photography skills 😳❗ Also!! We are announcing the collaboration award with the Gokase Sakura Project organized by Gokase Secondary School (@saku_puro): the “Gokase Sakura Project Award” 🤩 👏 The winner is… [🌸 Gokase Sakura Project Award] @thusandleavis (photo 6) Congratulations to all the winners㊗️🥳🎉 And thank you truly to everyone who applied, voted, and participated😭❤️‍🔥 We’ll have a stretch of steady rain for a while, but hot summer will arrive soon 🎐☀️ Let’s cherish the changing seasons and enjoy the rain and heat alike 💪💕 We hope you’ll join our next event ✨ Thank you very much 🙇‍♀️🌸

Summer, here we come to Minami-Izu! Our summer pamphlet is ready! This year’s edition once again features beach and ocean information. Beach swimming periods are as follows. ◆Yumigahama Beach Period: Saturday, July 26, 2025 – Sunday, August 24, 2025 ◆Yumigahama Splash Water Park Period: Saturday, July 19, 2025 – Sunday, August 24, 2025 ◆48th Yumigahama Fireworks Festival Event date: Friday, August 8, 2025 ◆Koora Beach Period: Wednesday, July 23, 2025 – Saturday, August 16, 2025 ◆Hirizo Beach Operating period: Saturday, June 28, 2025 – Sunday, September 28, 2025 ◆Hirizo Beach Swimming Tour Scheduled dates: Saturday, July 19 – Monday, July 21; Saturday, August 9 – Sunday, August 17; Saturday, September 13 – Sunday, September 14 <Total: 14 days> Details here → https://x.gd/RrPZ6... Sign up here → https://x.gd/Egniv... ◆Mera Offshore Athletic Course Period: Saturday, July 12 – Sunday, September 7 For Minamiizu Town beach swimming updates (including current swim conditions), please refer to the link below. https://x.gd/DcYKF...