Today, I attended the Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine Monthly Festival. Preparations for the New Year 🎍 had begun, and Shichi-Go-San's shooting spots were moving.

Photographed 12/11/24. This is Hanatetsu's Hanachozu.

Prayer at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine before going to work. A wedding ceremony was taking place. This is the Hanamari of Temizuya.

Photographed 12/9/24. After Prayer to Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine, we visited LEC COFFEE. Black latte and kumquat Basque cheesecake. It is a beautiful latte art that looks as if it is snowing in the air. ❄️ The kumquat Basque cheesecake is also delicious. 🍊

Photographed 12/9/24. Naka Town I and a virgin Information Center sightseeing. Otomedama is a water balloon with a swaying maiden heart (flower petals).

The Way of the Brush For those of us living in today's busy world, learning about the samurai spirit can give us insight into our attitude, attention, and focus, and foster the determination needed to achieve our goals to the fullest. #kangi #calligraphy #kimono #osakacastle

At the Naka Towns Tourist Information Center, a hanging decoration exhibition is held in. It is the Seven Lucky Gods on a treasure ship. It sounds auspicious, doesn't it? 😊

Mairi Sandera in Hida Furukawa 2022.01.15 In Hida Furukawa, the unique traditional custom "Sanji Mairi", which has been going on for more than 200 years, is a place to visit three temples in the In the town: Yen Temple, Shinshuji Temple, and Honkoji Temple on the night of January 15 every year in memory of the blessings of Shinran Saint. On this day, 1,000 candles are lined up along the Seto River, and the lights reflected on the surface of the river are very beautiful, and you can enjoy a heartwarming scene. In addition, snow sculptures and candles boasting a height of 2 meters are lined up in the town.

Snowy scenery of the former Komaru Elementary School 2022.01.06 In April of 2018 (Heisei 30), Komaru Ko was reborn as a base for exchange and tourism in the Village. In the Inside the facility, there are Reproduction classrooms, a library, a music room (with movie screening facilities), and classrooms where you can Use Events and exhibitions. You can enjoy the scenery of Showa, including the large Ginkgo tree in the school yard.

[Uedawara Yutachi Kagura (Kamitawara Yutate Kagura) White costume wearing hot water] "Uedawara Yutachi Kagura" Held in on December 8, 2024 at Mitarai Shrine in Uedawara, Mie, Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture, Kyushu It is Dedication once every three years in a Shinto ritual to pray for a disease-free life and a bountiful harvest of five grains. Many visitors visited on the day. The Uedawara Yutachi Kagura begins by changing the water from the two cauldrons where Aragami kept burning wood, and then dances wildly while scattering sparks over the charcoal fire. Next, two people dressed in raven hats Oyster the hot water, scoop it up with their hands, and take the yudama to offer to the gods. Next, two white-clad people yellowtail hot water with kumasasa, dance barefoot on the charcoal fire, enter the kettle and chant congratulatory songs, and finally the delivery dance is performed. Scenes of the brave and fantastic scene were met with loud applause from the audience. [Place] Mitarai Shrine Precincts (Uedawara, Mie, Bungo-Ono City) ■■■Access to the center of Bungo-Ono City■■■ About 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture About 2 hours by Car from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ On Instagram, Broadcasting ⬇ recommended Spots such as sightseeing, gourmet food, and accommodation in Bungo-Ono City Bungo-Ono City Tourist Association @satonotabiii I would be happy if you could follow me. You can link to the Bungo-Ono City Tourist Association website from your profile. ■■■■■■■■■■■■

[Uedawara Yutachi Kagura (Kamitawara Yutate Kagura) Aragami who flickers sparks] "Uedawara Yutachi Kagura" Held in on December 8, 2024 at Mitarai Shrine in Uedawara, Mie, Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture, Kyushu It is Dedication once every three years in a Shinto ritual to pray for a disease-free life and a bountiful harvest of five grains. Many visitors visited on the day. The Uedawara Yutachi Kagura begins by changing the water from the two cauldrons where Aragami kept burning wood, and then dances wildly while scattering sparks over the charcoal fire. Next, two people dressed in raven hats Oyster the hot water, scoop it up with their hands, and take the yudama to offer to the gods. Next, two white-clad people yellowtail hot water with kumasasa, dance barefoot on the charcoal fire, enter the kettle and chant congratulatory songs, and finally the delivery dance is performed. Scenes of the brave and fantastic scene were met with loud applause from the audience. [Place] Mitarai Shrine Precincts (Uedawara, Mie, Bungo-Ono City) ■■■Access to the center of Bungo-Ono City■■■ About 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture About 2 hours by Car from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ On Instagram, Broadcasting ⬇ recommended Spots such as sightseeing, gourmet food, and accommodation in Bungo-Ono City Bungo-Ono City Tourist Association @satonotabiii I would be happy if you could follow me. You can link to the Bungo-Ono City Tourist Association website from your profile. ■■■■■■■■■■■■

Among the hanging dolls, I was curious. If you look closely, it is the 12 zodiac signs. 🐭🐮🐯🐰🐉🐍🐎🐏🐵🐓🐶🐗

The Way of the Brush Along with the martial arts, many other arts flourished, including calligraphy, tea ceremony, tea bowls, poetry, incense, and Noh drama, and a samurai needed to have knowledge of both the sword and the brush in order to be seen as a cultured gentleman. #kangi #calligraphy #kimono #osakacastle

Photographed 12/9/24. At the Naka Towns Tourist Information Center, a hanging decoration exhibition is held in until the 14th.

Photographed 12/9/24. It is Town Hanachozu of Naka Information Center sightseeing.

The sword is the soul of the samurai; it cannot be sold even if it starves to death. Bushido made the sword a symbol of his power and valor. From an early age, one is taught how to use a sword. He started with a wooden sword, and when he reached the age of 15, he was allowed to carry a serious weapon. At that time, he became aware of his self-respect and sense of responsibility for carrying a dangerous weapon in the street. remember that one step outside the doorway is the world of death. #samuraisord #bushido #katana

Photographed 12/9/24. It is Hanachozu of Naritasan Kawagoe Betsuin.

Photographed 12/9/24. It is the sacred tree of Kawagoe Hachimangu. The carpet of Ginkgo leaves is very beautiful.

This is the first building of the University of Tokyo's Komaba Campus, which is currently being renovated. The blue-clad clock tower tickles your heart as if it mimics the winter sky. I thought it was wonderful to see the co-performance of straight lines and fractals, which can only be seen on this campus, where standardized artifacts and soft nature are mixed. Entitled fuyuzora mimicry

Photographed 12/4/24. This is the love water of Kawagoe Kumano Shrine. Shot from a different angle.

View of the final Autumn leaves of Lake Shoji in mid-November seen from the ✨ Yamanashi Prefecture side Mt. Fuji and the small mountain in the foreground (Mt. Omuro) overlap and are called "Kofu Fuji"! Period when the weather gets even colder after December, the lake surface is said to be frozen See ♡♡ Mt. Fuji in its maternal form

Winter is the time for trees to hibernate in order to bloom in Spring. The setting sun accentuates its insolence.

Photographed 12/4/24. This is the love water of Kawagoe Kumano Shrine. It was redecorated for winter. ❄️

Photographed 12/4/24. Every Wednesday, we visited Maestro, who operates at Resona Coedo Terrace. It is a financier of Kawagoe tea (yuzu), Buckwheat noodles and matcha. I received a prototype of Garrett. The galette is also delicious.

On the 7th after the new year, I went ✨ to Matsubara in Thee scenic pine groves of Japan to take pictures When I looked at the photo later, I saw a child fairy in a kimono! This Japan and warm landscape photo is my favorite ♡♡

Photographed 12/4/24. After the dedication ceremony, we visited the Tomori Shokudo at Benten Nagaya. It is chicken cutlet and grated ponzu sauce. There are many side dishes, and it is a luxurious rice set. 😊

I photographed the Hakone pirate ship circumnavigating Lake Shu Ashi in Ashigarashimo-gun, Kana Prefecture, from the Pick up and drop off boat embarkation boat heading to the Main Shrine of the Kuzu Dragon God Shrine. On this day I visited, it was the middle of winter before Spring, but ... It was a warm day with no wind, and I was able to embarkation Pick up and drop off boat! A piece of memory that captures the sightseeing boat from a different angle ww!

Zen is alive and well in traditional Japanese culture. Zen has greatly influenced traditional Japanese culture, including calligraphy, tea ceremony, and martial arts. Zen has had a great influence on traditional Japanese culture. It is also said that modern etiquette is based on the The Ogasawara school of etiquette, which is said to have become the standard of modern etiquette, is said to have been established by relating Zen manners to the lifestyle of the samurai class. #teaceremony #japanesetea #calligraphy

Calligraphy masters apply Japanese kanji characters to the native language names of foreign customers. Since each kanji character has its own meaning, enjoy this traditional cultural experience, including the meaning of the kanji used in your name. You can take home the engraved wooden Dojo-fuda as a souvenir to remember your visit. #calligraphy #kanji #shodo #travelmemories #culturalexperience

I saw this scenery after returning to Hokkaido from Kanto for the first time in a yellowtail. I was reminded of the beauty of the snow on the trees. The shooting location is Route 452 in central Hokkaido.