The inside of the Tsusho hut at Tsukizaki Station that I visited before. The tools of the maintenance workers were on display. It was a space where you can feel the history ^^

Chiba City Monorail The Chiba City Monorail connects the seaside area, the Central Tokyo area, and the Satoyama area of Chiba City. You can walk in the air in a vehicle with a sleek design. It has been certified by Guinness World Records as the world's longest operating distance 15.2 km as a "suspended monorail", and is a familiar presence Traditional Japanese straw raincoat Chiba City citizens. There is almost no noise or vibration, and the view is outstanding! Currently, the "1000 type" with the same design and the "0 type" that won the Good Design Award have been in operation since their opening in 1988. When you come to Chiba City, why don't you take a walk around the sightseeing Spot along the railway line, which has a variety of attractions, while taking a walk in the air?

How do you do! This is the Otaki Tourist Association. Chiba Prefecture Isumi County Otaki Town is a town of about 8,000 people located in the middle of the The Boso peninsula Peninsula. About one and a half hours from Tokyo, the easily accessible Otaki Town is known for its natural beauty and rich history, which fascinates many visitors. In this First Post, we will deliver the charm of Otaki Town and recommended sightseeing spots, so please Enjoy it until the end. ==History of Chiba Prefecture Otaki Town== As a Otaki Castle Castle Town with one of the Four Heavenly Kings of Tokugawa "Honda Tadakatsu" as the castle owner, it flourished from the Sengoku period to the Edo period. Otaki Castle is known as the symbol of Otaki Town and captivates many history buffs and tourists. In the town, there are still faces of that time. ==Introduction to Chiba Prefecture Otaki Town Sightseeing Spots== ◇Otaki Castle It is a castle tower museum built in Showa 50, which has been selected as a "Chiba Prefecture Designated Historic Site" and "One of the 100 best castles in Japan". Documents that allow you to learn about the history of The Boso peninsula and the life of the Castle Town are on display. Currently, Otaki Castle is closed for facility renovation. ◇Otaki Castle Town Otaki Town is lined with old buildings that are also cultural properties. There are houses, shops and shrines where you can get a glimpse of life at that time, and it is a recommended Spot for history lovers. Take a stroll through the Castle Town, which retains strong faces of the Edo period, and feel the romance of a timeless journey. ◇Yoro Valley Valleys straddles Ichihara City, Kimitsu City, Kamogawa City in the southern part of Chiba Prefecture, and Isumi County Otaki Town, you can enjoy the natural beauty of the four seasons, especially the autumn leaves are Famous. Popular Spots nearby include Awamata Waterfall, Suigetsu Temple, Ruins of the Kobundo Tunnel, Mukoyama Kyoei Tunnel and Kannon Bridge. Please note that due to the flooding of the Yoro River by Typhoon No. 13 in 2023, it is currently Closed except for some parts. ◇Asawahara Highlands With about 20,000 hydrangeas in bloom, it is known as the best hydrangea spot in the Kanto region. Since it is located at an elevation of 340 meters, it blooms later than in the flatlands, and the best time to see it is best time to visit from late June to mid-July every year. ◇Isumi Railway It is a local railway with a total length of about 26.8 kilometers connecting Isumi City and Otaki Town, and you can enjoy seasonal flowers and rural scenery along the line. During the rape blossom season in early Spring, the entire area is dyed bright yellow with rape flowers, and it is popularly known as the "Rapeseed Blossom Train". ◇Roadside Station Takeyura no Sato Otaki Fresh local vegetables and specialty products are lined up, and it is also recommended as a souvenir of The Boso peninsula. At the Shokudo, you can taste shiitake mushrooms, Otaki Town's specialty bamboo shoots, and game dishes such as Wild boar meat. ==Local festival & Events in Chiba Prefecture Otaki Town== ◇Otaki Castle Festival Samurai parades and various events are held at the festivals held every autumn. It is a popular local festivals that will be held for the 50th time in 2024. ==Chiba Prefecture Otaki Town Specialty Products Gourmet == Otaki bamboo shoots, which boast one of the largest production volumes in the Tokyo metropolitan area, are white in color and are also called "white bamboo shoots" because of their High quality, which is very soft. Taste of food is small, so you can eat it without removing the bad smell. "Otaki bamboo shoots" are also popular as thank-you gifts for Furusato Nozei tax payment. ==Chiba Prefecture Otaki Town Tourist Information== Chiba Prefecture Otaki Town is a region rich in nature and deep history. Spending time away from everyday life in Otaki Town will be a memorable time. COOL JAPAN VIDEOS will provide Recommendations and Latest Information on Otaki Town, so thank you.

Inohana Park / Chiba Castle Chiba City Local Museums / Inohanatei It is a historical park located in the birthplace of Chiba, where Tsuneshige, the father of Chiba Tsuneshige, set up a residence in this area in 1126 Daijigen. Although it is located in the center of Chiba City, it has a quiet and calm environment and is a place of relaxation for citizens and tourists. In Inohana Park, there is "Chiba Castle Chiba City Local Museum / Free Admission", which exhibits Documents on the history of the local area, including Mr. Chiba, who laid the foundation of the town of Chiba, as well as various special exhibitions related to Chiba. The view from the observation deck on the 5th floor is wonderful, overlooking the city and Chiba Port, and sometimes you can see Mt. Fuji. In the calm Japanese space "Inohanatei" where you can see Chiba Castle, there is a green Garden and serves the Specialties Inohana Dango and sweets. There is also a tea room with a view of the garden, and it is a nostalgic tea shop that conveys traditional Japanese tea culture. You can enjoy the nature of the four seasons in Inohana Park, and especially in Spring, the cherry blossoms are in full bloom, making it a popular spot for cherry blossom viewing. At the Chiba Castle Sakura Festival, food stalls and Kitchen Car using local ingredients are lined up, and local cultural and performing arts live performances Gari live. The Limited Time festival of Chiba Castle illumination and the competition of cherry blossoms at night are reputed to Fascination people. ■ Access: ・From JR Chiba Station, take the Keisei Bus to "University Hospital" and get off at "Local Museums" ・10 minutes walk from Chiba Monorail Prefectural Office Station ・ 15 minutes walk from JR Honchiba Station ■Address: 1-6 Inohana, Chuo-ku, Chiba City

Hello! This is the Sosa Tourism Association. Sosa City in Chiba Prefecture is easily accessible from Narita International Airport and is a very convenient city to visit for sightseeing. Blessed with a rich natural environment and warm climate, we will introduce the charm of Sosa City, where you can enjoy the scenery of the four seasons. What is ====Chiba Prefecture Sosa City? ==== Chiba Prefecture Sosa City was created in 2006 through the merger of Yokaichi City and Sosa County Noei Town. It is located in the northeastern part of Chiba Prefecture Prefecture and has a population of about 33,000. Facing Kujukuri Beach in the Pacific Ocean, the highly transparent sea is perfect for enjoying summer, and you can enjoy marine sports and marine activities such as surfing and windsurfing. It is famous as a production area for plants and seedlings, and is the largest cultivation area in Japan. ====Introduction Spot Tourism in Chiba Prefecture Sosa City==== 【Yokaichiba Toshogu Shrine】 Yokaichiba Toshogu Shrine is tradition as the place where Tokugawa Ieyasu's missing falcon was found. At the Annual Grand Festival held in May every year, the Mikoshi portable shrine is passed along with the rhythm of this region. 【Matsuyama Garden Museum】 In the autumn season, the inside of the Matsuyama Garden Museum is dyed red with autumn leaves and is full of tourists. It is a museum where the works of artist Konokimikudai are exhibited, and many cat lovers visit because many cats are free-range in the museum. 【Hankoji Temple Iitaka Danrin site】 Hankoji Temple, the largest and oldest building of Nichiren Buddhism, is a historic site designated by Chiba Prefecture in its entire precincts. Four buildings, the Main Gate, Drum Tower, Bell Tower, and Auditorium, are designated as Important Cultural Properties of Japan, and the entire Precincts are preserved as historic sites designated by Chiba Prefecture. About 500 peonies are planted in the Precincts, and the best time to see them is around the end of April every year. 【Fureai Park Yokaichiba】 Fureai Park Yokaichiba is a community exchange facility that sells agricultural products, plants, saplings, etc. from Sosa City. Inside the facility restaurant serves gourmet cuisine made with ingredients from Sosa City. 【Komon Cherry Blossom】 Komon Cherry Blossom is the only surviving History Old large tree planted in 1698 to commemorate the visit of Mito Komon It is also designated as a designated cultural property of the city. ====Chiba Prefecture Sosa City specialties and local gourmet food==== 【Red Green peppers】 Sosa City is the only production area in Chiba Prefecture that produces red green peppers, and the bright red ripe green peppers cultivation that take twice as long as usual are full of nutrition. 【Peanut Rice Cake】 A famous confectionery Representative of Chiba Prefecture. Peanuts kneaded into the dough are baked to make a very fragrant rice cracker! ====Chiba Prefecture Sosa City Events festival==== 【Komamane】 Komamane, which is held every year on the evening of July 25 in the precincts of Yaegaki Shrine former Tenno-sama, is a historic festival that has been handed down since the Edo period. Green bamboo is grilled at the festival site prepared in the Precincts, and prayers for a bountiful harvest of five grains, prosperous business, and disease-free life. 【Yaegaki Shrine Gion Festival】 At the Yaegaki Shrine Gion Festival, which is held on August 4 and 5 every year, a total of about 20 Mikoshi portable shrines are brought out from 10 towns centered on Yaegaki Shrine. The Mikoshi portable shrine, which is carried along with the palms of the flutes and drums, is a style unique to this region, and the sight of the parade with a dashing shout of "Anryadota" makes the viewer dance. Another feature of this festival is that cold water is poured on the Mikoshi portable shrine procession. ====Chiba Prefecture Sosa City recommended Information! ==== We will send out recommended Information on the COOL JAPAN VIDEOS so that you can enjoy a trip to make new discoveries and memories in Chiba Prefecture Sosa City, so thank you! Please make memories of your trip to Japan in "Sosa City"!

Chiba Park Located in the Central Tokyo center of Chiba City, it is a park loved by the locals as a park where you can enjoy various experiences throughout the four seasons, such as cherry blossoms in Spring, Giant Lotus in early summer, and autumn leaves in autumn, as well as the city's only boat pond. In April 2024, the new bustling area "Shibaniwa" Gari has been reopened! ■ Access: About a 10-minute walk from JR Chiba Station Chiba Park Exit or North Exit Get off in front of Chiba Monorail Chiba Park Station ■Address: 3-1-1 Benten, Chuo-ku, Chiba City

In 2024, the events of the 1300th anniversary of the founding of the Chiba Prefecture Kamogawa City Mt. Takasu Oyama Temple and Takasu Shrine will be held

It is a local Shiroyama Park. When the weather is good, you can see Mt. Fuji and the Izu Peninsula.

The flowers in Toontown were 🐭✨ beautiful

How do you do! Chiba Prefecture Kamagaya City kamagayashi. Chiba Prefecture Kamagaya City is a convenient city that can be reached in about 30 minutes by train from central Tokyo, and has direct access to Narita Airport and Haneda Airport. With a population of about 110,000, Kamagaya City is easily accessible from the city center, and you can enjoy sightseeing spots full of history and culture with abundant nature. We will send out recommended information so that you can visit Kamagaya City for sightseeing, so thank you! ★★ Recommended places to visit in Chiba Prefecture Kamagaya City ◇Kamagaya Daibutsu Great Buddha The historic 1.8-meter-high Great Buddha, built in 1776, was designated as the first designated cultural property of Kamagaya City in 1972 and was selected as one of the "500 Charms of Boso". It has become a symbol of Kamagaya City. ◇Grave of a Tomb of a Government Soldier It is a valuable historical site that conveys the turbulent history of the end of the Edo period. It is designated as a city cultural property and is located in the Great Buddha Cemetery where the Kamagaya Daibutsu Great Buddha, which is also a city-designated cultural property, sits. ◇Hyakkoshin Within the Precincts of Hachiman Shrine, a total of 100 Koshin pagodas have been built, including 10 blue-faced Kongo statues and 90 character pagodas. ◇Kaigara-yama Park In the pond in the center of the park, waterfowl swim gracefully. It is a popular picnic spot for families, where you can enjoy the scenery of the four seasons, such as cherry blossoms in full bloom, fresh greenery, colorful autumn leaves, and snowy scenery. ◇Fighters Kamagaya Stadium Nicknamed "Kamasta", it is the farm home of the Hokkaido Nippon Ham Fighters. MLB players Shohei Ohtani and Yu Yu Darvish also worked up a sweat at this stadium. It is a must see spot for sports fans. ★★ Beloved events and festivals in Chiba Prefecture Kamagaya City ◇Kamagaya City Citizens' Festival For a long time, which will celebrate its 50th anniversary in 2024, it is a festival loved by the people of Kamagaya City. Equestrian warrior processions, parades, and Free Bazaar are held, and it is an event full of smiles. ◇ Kamagaya fireworks "Kamagaya Fireworks" is a summer tradition in Kamagaya City that began in 2016. 3,000 fireworks color the summer night sky of Kamagaya. ◇New Kamaya Illumination The beautiful event that heralds the visit of winter, when the area around Shinkamagaya Station is decorated with 53,000 illuminations, warmly illuminates the winter nights. ★★ Specialty Products Gourmet in Chiba Prefecture Kamagaya City Kamagaya City has a thriving pear cultivation, and the sweet and juicy pears are loved by locals and tourists alike as a taste from summer to autumn. There are about 150 pear farms in the city, and many of them sell directly to them, so please taste the freshly freshly caught pears. It is also popular as a thank-you gift for Furusato Nozei tax payment. ★★ We look forward to seeing you in Chiba Prefecture Kamagaya City! Chiba Prefecture Kamagaya City allows you to feel the beauty of nature and the depth of history. We will send out travel recommendation Information that will be one page of everyone's memories on COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, so thank you!

#Best time to visit 🌸 the bright pink cherry blossoms and kanzan in Chiba City Animal Park Well well. Maybe it's because it's hot today, so I'm ☺️💦 taking refuge in the shade

HELLO TO EVERYONE WHO WATCHES COOL JAPAN VIDEOS! This is the Chiba Tourism Association. Chiba Prefecture Chiba City is a city located in the central part of the Chiba Prefecture, consisting of six wards: Chuo Ward, Hanamigawa Ward, Inage Ward, Wakaba Ward, Midori Ward, and Mihama Ward. The fastest train ride from Tokyo Station to Chiba Station is about 26 minutes, and Chiba Station-Narita Airport is also conveniently accessible in about 30 minutes by limited express. With a population of about 980,000 and surrounded by the sea and greenery, this area has the charm of coexistence of city and nature. It is home to the Port of Chiba, one of Japan's three major trading ports, and is also an industrial area that forms the Keiyo Industrial Zone. 【Introduction of sightseeing spots in Chiba City】 From the deep history of Chiba City to the present day, we will introduce a variety of sightseeing spots that attract people who visit in the city center, seaside area, and satoyama area. 〜〜 Satoyama Area 〜〜 ◎ Showa Forest It is the largest park in Chiba City, and there is an observatory overlooking the Pacific Ocean, a lawn plaza, and athletic playground equipment, making it a spot that can be enjoyed by both children and adults. Every year in mid-April ~ early May, about 50,000 azaleas in the park are in full bloom. ◎ Chiba City Animal Park It is a zoo where you can meet Futa-kun, a red panda who took the world by storm with his cute standing appearance. In addition, you can see rare and endangered animals up close, making it a popular tourist destination for families. ◎ Hoki Art Museum Adjacent to the Showa Forest, it is a museum specializing in realistic paintings, which is rare in the world. The museum has a collection of 480 realistic paintings by about 60 artists, and you can appreciate excellent realistic paintings from Japan and abroad. 〜〜 Seaside Area 〜〜 ◎ Inage Seaside Park Pool INAPOO It is the largest pool in Chiba Prefecture that opened in July 2023. It consists of six pools, including a huge pool with a maximum width of 30 meters, a shallow pool with a depth of 20 centimeters that is safe for children, and a large water slide. It is a Volume of about You can't You can't play in one day. ◎ Chiba Port Tower From the 125-meter-high observatory, you can overlook the city of Chiba City, and if the weather is good, you can see Tokyo Tower, Skytree, and Mt. Fuji. In 2011, it was recognized as a "Lover's Mecca" and in 2012 as a "Japan Night View Heritage". ◎ Makuhari Messe It is Japan's first Convention complex and opened in 1989. It is one of the largest international exhibition halls in Japan, with an event hall that can accommodate 9,000 people. Various events and exhibitions are held throughout the year. 〜〜 City Center Area 〜〜 ◎ Chiba City Museum of Art Ukiyo-e and Edo paintings are on permanent display, and children can work and create together in the atelier in the museum. 【Introduction of local gourmet food in Chiba City】 Chiba City is rich in dishes that make use of fresh local ingredients, such as peanuts. Peanuts are a specialty of Chiba Prefecture, and their depth of taste captivates those who visit. 【Events and festivals in Chiba City】 ◎ Shimofusa Province, Kan River Shrine Annual Grand Festival/Going down to the beach Samukawa Shrine's Annual Grand Festival is held on August 20 every year. Mikoshi portable shrine crossing will be held, and from 18 o'clock in the evening, a "Going down to the beach sea crossing" will be held at the Obama venue where Mikoshi portable shrine enter the sea. It is a festival to pray for a bountiful harvest and safety on board. ◎ Chiba City Citizens' Fireworks Festival The 2023 Chiba City Citizens' Fireworks Festival was held as "Makuhari Beach Fireworks Festa 2023" at Makuhari Seaside Park and Makuhari Messe Parking Lot. It is one of the largest fireworks festivals in Japan, and about 20,000 fireworks, including about 4,000 marine fireworks, color the night sky of Chiba City. 【Many charms that make you want to visit Chiba City】 Chiba City is a city that combines its rich nature, historic cultural facilities, and facilities that can be enjoyed by both adults and children, and has a variety of attractions that make everyone who visits smile. We will deliver plenty of the charm of Chiba City with COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, so thank you!

100-year-old tourist map of the Awa area

Hello COOL JAPAN VIDEOS viewers! This is the Kamogawa Tourism Association. Kamogawa City in Chiba Prefecture is located at the southern tip of the Boso Peninsula. It takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes by car from central Tokyo by Use Tokyo Bay Aqua-line, and about 2 hours by train Use the "JR Line Limited Express Wakashio-go" from Tokyo Station. Facing the Pacific Ocean Sotobo and being blessed with a warm climate throughout the year, it is also loved by many tourists as a resort area. In this First Post on COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, I introduce recommended information and popular tourist spots in Kamogawa City. We hope you enjoy it! ===What is Chiba Prefecture Kamogawa City=== The Chiba Prefecture Kamogawa City has a population of about 31,000 as of 2023. It has a history of flourishing as an agricultural and fisherman town. Even now, many marine products such as Kinmedai, Ise shrimp, and abalone are caught. There are many restaurants in Kamogawa City where you can enjoy dishes using these local seafoods. === Enjoy at popular tourist spots in Kamogawa City! === ◇Kamogawa Sea World Representative of Japan, which is very popular with families with about 800 species and 11,000 river and sea creatures. Don't miss the dolphin and killer whale shows, where you can interact with sea creatures. ◇Tanjyo Temple The Tanjyo Temple in Kominato, Kamogawa City is a historic temple built in 1276. The devil's face of Soshidou temple of the founder is the largest in the world with a size of 21 tatami mats. ◇Tainoura "Tai no ura Tai habitat" is one of the world's leading sea bream habitats, and in 1967 it was designated as the only "Nationally Designated Special Natural Monument" in Chiba Prefecture. From the Tai no ura sightseeing boat, you can slowly enjoy watching sea bream swimming. ◇Daisen Senmaida The Daisen Senmaida, which has been certified as a One of the 100 best terraced rice paddies in Japan and terraced rice field heritage site, has long been a cultural landscape that has supported agriculture in Kamogawa City. You can also enjoy a farming experience. ◇Famous Niemon Island Niemon Island, a small island with a circumference of about 4 kilometers and a circumference of about 30 minutes in the sea of Minamiboso, has been selected as the site of the New 100 Views of Japan. ◇Emi Hanagasa Mountain At the facility, which opened in 2022, you can enjoy seasonal flowers such as rape flowers in spring, hydrangeas and sunflowers in summer, and cosmos in autumn, and you can also experience harvesting. ◇Uomizuka Observatory This observatory is located in Uomizuka Battlefield Park, about 110 meters above sea level, and offers a panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean and the city of Kamogawa City. ◇Roadside Station Kamogawa Ocean Park You can buy fresh mountain and seafood caught in the Kamogawa River. The facility is designed with the theme of "sea" and "flowers". Souvenirs are also recommended, so please stop by. ===Heartwarming events and festivals in Kamogawa City=== ◇Kamogawa City Noryo Fireworks Display About 10,000 fireworks are set off in the Ocean on the Maebaru Yokonagisa Beach. The spectacular fireworks that light up the summer night sky provide summer memories for those who visit. * From 2020 Reiwa 2 to 5, it will be held on a reduced scale due to the influence of the new coronavirus infection, and it will be canceled. ===Enjoy Kamogawa City's Specialty Products and Local Gourmet! === Kamogawa City, which faces the Pacific Ocean, is blessed with abundant seafood, and the seafood caught here has thrilled the tongues of not only locals but also many people. Many seafood products are also available as thank-you gifts for Furusato Nozei tax payment. === Enjoy your trip to Kamogawa City === Enjoy Kamogawa City's sightseeing spots, heartwarming events, marine sports, and Specialty products and gourmet! There are many ways to enjoy Kamogawa City! It will be a special spot for everyone who visits. We will send out recommended information so that you can enjoy your trip to Kamogawa City, so thank you!

On Sunday, April 7th, we will hold a cherry-blossom viewing market. The location is the Urban–Rural Exchange Plaza at Sakuma Dam Lake in Kyonan Town. We will have coffee, tea, ikamenchi (fried squid cakes), marinated sardine rice bowls, marmalade jam, baked goods, and more. Please come and join us.

I was looking around to see where I could hear the cry from, and I was able to take a picture!

Ōtōin The founding of Oto-in is unknown, but it is believed that it was built in the Nara and Heian periods, and that the monks of the Tendai sect lived there to pray to the dead. It is recorded that Daito-in became a Soto School temple in the first year of Keicho 1596. Otoin Temple is a family temple where the ancestors and deceased members of the Dan family are memorialized. In addition, as a temple open to the community, we are actively engaged in cultural activities such as concerts using the main hall temple con, art exhibitions in the gallery, history study groups, small Buddha carving classes, calligraphy classes, flower arrangement classes, etc., and we continue to be active as a temple open to the community as a family temple for the Dan family. [Basic information] Address: Kashiwa City Hananoi 1757 TEL：04-7132-5868 Business hours: 9:00~16:30 temple office reception Closed: open all year Parking: 40 cars ~Access~ 【JR Joban Line】Get off at "Kashiwa" station, west exit from the bus stop "Municipal Kashiwa High School", Bus bound for "Tokyu Village" Get off at the bus stop "Hananoi Shrine" and walk for 10 minutes. 【Tsukuba Express】Get off at Kashiwa Leaf Campus Station, from the bus stop Take the bus to "Tokyu Village" and get off at the bus stop "Hananoi Kido" 10 minutes on foot ~Attractions~ ・Ginkgo biloba The giant ginkgo tree, the symbol of Daitoin, is said to be over 450 years old. It is said that this large ginkgo was used as a landmark of Hananoi Village during the Tone River water transportation in the Edo period. Even now, you can see it well from the Ōtone Bridge. According to the "Chinju Forest Tree Survey Research" Implementation in 2004 Heisei 16, ginkgo biloba 5.32 m is considered to be the thickest trunk circumference in Kashiwa City. In 1981 Showa 56 1981, it became a designated protected tree designation number 290 in Kashiwa City. ・Bentendo Bentendo, built in 1864, was demolished due to deterioration in the Showa 50. The inauguration ceremony of the current Bentendo was held in November 1998 Heisei 10 1998. The Bentendo enshrines Benzaiten, an eight-armed statue with the god Uga and a Torii shrine gate gate above his head. In his hand, he holds a long halberd, an orb, and a key to the treasury. The crocodile mouth attached to the old Bentendo Hall is engraved with the names of 24 donors from the tenth year of Tenpo 1839, indicating that the Bentendo has existed since ancient times. This crocodile mouth is attached to the Shin Bentendo and still resonates with the sound of the Tenpo era.

Yutaka inari Hongu Toyoke Inari" is written and read as "Yutaka inari". Like Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine, it was founded in Showa 40 Showa 40 as a single shrine that does not belong to the main office of the shrine It is a shrine of Shinto Buddhist practice, which is rare in modern times. Currently, it is the Kashiwa City Yutaka handling office of the Fushimi Inari Taisha Affiliated Lecture Office. He is also responsible for the Fukurokuju of the "Seven Lucky Gods". A sign that is a sign of congratulations = Because "Zuisho" often occurs It is also known as the Power Spot. In addition, shuin stamps by Fukue master Azunosuke and limited-time red seals, etc. It is also popular for being able to receive various shuin stamps see image. We also accept prayers for the removal of evil, prayers for traffic safety, groundbreaking ceremonies, blessing prayers, Shichi-Go-San, weddings, etc. Fengqi Lord God Shoichi Toyoke Inari Ōkami Ukanomitamanomikoto, Ooanamuchinomikoto, Otanomikoto, Otanomikoto, Ukemochinokami Basic Info Address Chiba Prefecture Kashiwa City Feng Shiki 972-14 TEL 04-7174-0248 business hours Holidays Parking Access 【JR Joban Line】Get off at Minami Kashiwa Station 20 minutes walk 25 minutes walk from JR Kashiwa Station [Bus] JR Tobu Noda Line Kashiwa Station East Exit "Kashiwa Station East Exit" Stop No. 5 Kashiwa 28 bound for Natogaya via Tokiwadai and get off at "Toyomachi Higashi" 5 minutes on foot shuin stamps * All reception will be "ready-made" 9 a.m. ~ 5 p.m. shuin stamps The size is about 21.5 cm in width and 15.5 cm in height There is also a limited period of award, so please come and visit us

On Sunday, April 7, 2024, a joint concert will be held at Daito-in Temple. Concerts are held in the main hall surrounded by cherry blossoms in full bloom, and you can enjoy the fusion created by different musical instruments!! Please come and visit us!! [Details] Date: Sunday, April 7, 2024 Doors open at 13:30 Concert starts at 2 p.m. Venue: Daitoin Main Hall Chiba Prefecture Kashiwa City Hananoi 1757 ☎：04-7132-5868 All seats are unreserved chair seats and parking lot is available. Ticket: 2,500 yen * It is expected to be fully booked by advance reservation and sale. Please make a reservation and purchase as soon as possible. Reservations and inquiries: Daitoin Temple Office ☎：04-7132-5868

We would like to inform you of the "Footpath tour around the Ohori River where you can walk while enjoying the scenery as it is" sponsored by Kashiwa tourism Production, a small trip around nature and history around the Ohori River! !! See below for more information. ---------------- Date: Saturday, March 23, 2024 cancelled due to stormy weather Meeting: 9:00 Toyoshiki Station around 12 o'clock, dismissal at the bus stop "Shikoda" Capacity: 20 people If there are many applicants, a lottery will be held. Results will be notified by Saturday, March 16 Those who can walk about 6 km elementary school students and older, elementary school students must be accompanied by a guardian What to bring: Clothes for exercise, rain gear, drinks, health insurance card, etc. Participation fee: 500 yen Application: Please write the tour name "Ohori River Area Footpath Tour", address, name, age, phone number, and email address and send an email to Kashiwa Kanko Production. Reception starts: March 1 Thursday ~ March 11 Monday Organizer Contact: Kashiwa Tourism Production citizen public interest activity organization TEL: 090-4038-6822 Inaba

Why not explore Tateyama by bicycle? Located on the southern Boso Peninsula, southern Boso traces about 120 km along the coastline. The inland routes offer plenty of elevation changes, making the scenery and sense of accomplishment ideal for experienced riders. For beginners, we recommend leisurely coastal rides where you can enjoy the scent of the sea and the views on a relaxed cycling route. The Tateyama City Tourist Association rents electric bikes that make hills easy, as well as sports bikes for long distances such as cross bikes and road bikes! We also offer bicycles with child seats and kids’ bikes, so we recommend these routes for families too! For more information, please contact the Tateyama City Tourist Association at 0470-22-2000!

Nice to meet you! This is the Tateyama City Tourism Association. Tateyama City sits at the southern tip of the Boso Peninsula, blessed with rich nature and a mild climate. On the Cool Japan Video account, we share plenty of information on Tateyama’s attractive sightseeing spots and recommendations. Please follow us! With a population of about 43,000, Tateyama enjoys a mild annual average temperature of 16°C. The city’s west faces the southern end of Tokyo Bay, and its south faces the Pacific Ocean (Sotobo), offering marine sports like scuba diving and seaside bathing. Prefectural Tateyama Wild Bird Forest in the city is selected as one of the 100 best forests for forest bathing, and areas near Hirasunaura Beach are chosen for the 100 best white sand and green pine trees and Japan’s 100 Best Roads. ■ Seven recommended sightseeing spots in Tateyama, Chiba Prefecture! [ Tateyama Castle and Shiroyama Park ] This park was created by restoring the former castle grounds of the Satomi Clan, a Sengoku-period feudal family in the Boso region. At the top of Shiroyama Park stands Tateyama Castle (Hakkenden Museum), which exhibits materials related to Eight Dogs of Satomi. Seasonal flowers such as plum, camellia, cherry blossoms and azaleas bloom throughout the park. [ Minato Oasis Nagisa no Eki Tateyama ] The site includes Umi no Marche Tateyama, where you can buy fresh seafood and local specialties, a large aquarium, the Seaside Plaza and an observation deck—facilities enjoyable for children and adults alike. [ Awa Shrine ] Awa Shrine, the ichinomiya of Awa Province, has a sacred tree over 500 years old, and the sea-eroded cave ruins on its grounds are designated as a prefectural historic site. In spring, the Somei Yoshino cherry trees form a “cherry blossom tunnel” that welcomes hanami visitors. [ Daifukuji Temple (Gake Kannon) ] Called “Gake Kannon” because a Kannon hall stands on the cliffside midway up MtFunagata. A 1.5-meter-tall Kannon statue is designated as a tangible cultural property of Tateyama City. [ Sumisaki Lighthouse ] An observation platform near the lighthouse offers sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean. On clear days you can see Mount Fuji. [ Boso Flower Line – Rapeseed Blossoms ] The roughly 46-km Boso Flower Line along the coast features rapeseed flowers and marigolds, offering seasonal scenery year-round. The approximately 6-km stretch from Ito to Aihama is also selected as one of Japan’s 100 Best Roads. ■ Tateyama City events and festivals [ Yawatanmachi ] In 2004, Awa Yawatanmachi was designated a Chiba Prefecture Intangible Folk Cultural Property. As the largest festival in the Awa region in southeastern Chiba Prefecture, floats and portable shrines parade through Tateyama’s streets. [ Tateyama Kanko Festival Tateyama Bay Fireworks Display ] Every August about 10,000 fireworks are launched near Hojo Beach. Underwater fireworks and massive star mines light up Tateyama’s summer night sky. ■ Local specialties of Tateyama City [ Boshu Fans ] Boshu Fans, one of Japan’s three major uchiwa alongside Kyo-uchiwa from Kyoto and Marugame Fans from Shikoku, were designated a traditional craft by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry in 2003—the first such designation in Chiba Prefecture. This tradition, passed down since the Meiji era, continues to the present day. ■ Enjoy sightseeing in Tateyama City The rapeseed fields stretching along Tateyama’s beautiful coastline, the tranquil atmosphere of historic shrines and temples, and local specialties together keep captivating visitors. The scenery changes with each season, so you can discover new delights and moving moments any time of year. Cool Japan Video brings you recommended information about Tateyama City—please look forward to it!

This is a flowering update about Yoritomo cherry blossoms (Kawazu cherry blossoms) from Kyonan Town Hall. ~Photo taken on February 26, 2024~ The current bloom status of the Yoritomo cherry blossoms across Kyonan Town shows that most trees have passed full bloom and are beginning to fall, with some trees already showing noticeable leaves. Because wind and rain can cause further petal drop, please visit soon. At Sakuma Dam, following the Yoritomo cherry blossoms, the Tairyo cherry trees are now in full bloom and at their peak. At Sakuma Dam and in front of the town hall building, bamboo lanterns and cherry blossom lighting are on from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM.

Nice to meet you! This is the Kyonan Town Tourism Association. Kyonan Town in Awa County, at the southern tip of the Boso Peninsula in Chiba Prefecture, is a town rich in nature that continues to charm visitors. With a population of about 6,300 people (as of 2024), the town blends history and natural beauty. Thanks to the Tokyo Bay Aqua-line and the Higashi-Kanto Expressway Tateyama Line, you can reach Kyonan from central Tokyo by car in about 80 minutes, making it easy to enjoy a full day trip. On this Cool Japan Video account, we will introduce sightseeing spots and recommended information about Kyonan Town in Chiba Prefecture. We appreciate your support. ◆History of Kyonan Town, Chiba Prefecture◆ Kyonan Town was formed in 1959 by the merger of Katsuyama Town and Hota Town. The town’s name comes from its location south of Mount Nokogiri, hence Kyonan Town. ◆Sightseeing spots in Kyonan Town, Chiba Prefecture◆ ◇Mount Nokogiri Designated a scenic spot by Chiba Prefecture, Mount Nokogiri is Kyonan’s signature attraction. Its cliffs form a serrated ridge that resembles a saw, as the name suggests. From near the summit, a ropeway ride of about three minutes offers panoramic views of Mount Fuji, the Miura Peninsula, and the Izu Peninsula across Tokyo Bay. Highlights include the nokogiriyama Nihonji Big Buddha, One Thousand Five Hundred Arhats, and Nihonji Temple. ◇Hishikawa Shisenobu Memorial Hall Opened in 1985, the Hishikawa Shisenobu Memorial Hall exhibits works by the Edo-period ukiyo-e artist Hishikawa Shisenobu. Through his detailed works, visitors can appreciate the depth of Japanese art and culture. ◇Sakuma Dam Lake Lakeside Park A 2.4-kilometer promenade around the dam is planted with about 2,200 cherry trees, including Yoritomo cherry blossoms, Yae cherry blossoms, and Someiyoshino, making it one of the Boso Peninsula’s top cherry-viewing spots. ◇Okuzure Suisenkyo About 60 million daffodil bulbs are cultivated along the hillsides and embankments. ◇Mount Daikoku Observatory A castle-shaped observatory crowns Mount Daikoku, overlooking Katsuyama Fishing Port below, and on clear days offers views of Mount Fuji and the Izu Peninsula. ◆Roadside Stations in Kyonan Town, Chiba Prefecture◆ ◇Roadside Station Hota Elementary School This rare roadside station was created by repurposing a closed elementary school. In addition to local product sales, it features a cafeteria serving nostalgic school lunch menus and lodging facilities. ◇Roadside Station Kyonan Facing Tokyo Bay, this roadside station is also popular as a sunset-viewing spot. It is adjacent to the Hishikawa Shisenobu Memorial Hall. ◆Events and festivals in Kyonan Town, Chiba Prefecture◆ ◇Daffodil Festival Kyonan is one of Japan’s three major daffodil habitats, and each year from early December the Daffodil Festival is held at Ezuki Narcissus Road, Sakuma Dam Park, and Okuzure Suisenkyo. You can enjoy the daffodils blooming proudly even in the winter cold, and the carpet of flowers creates an overwhelming spectacle. ◆Why visit Kyonan Town, Chiba Prefecture◆ Kyonan is known for the scenic Kawazu cherry blossoms (Yoritomo cherry blossoms), whose early blooms bring an early sign of spring. With a good selection of hotels and hot-spring facilities, you can relax after enjoying Kyonan’s great outdoors. Create unforgettable memories along this beautiful coastline! We will continue sharing recommended information about Kyonan Town, so please follow us.

How do you do! This is the Kashiwa Tourism Association. Chiba Prefecture Kashiwa City is easily accessible from Tokyo Station in central Tokyo, about 30 minutes by train, making it a very convenient city for living. We will introduce the charm of Kashiwa City, which ranks fifth in Chiba Prefecture with a population of about 430,000 people as of 2023, and plenty of recommended information to fully enjoy sightseeing in Kashiwa City. ◇◇◇What is Chiba Prefecture Kashiwa City? ◇◇◇ Kashiwa City, which represents the Bed town of the Tokyo metropolitan area, is an attractive city with a lush natural environment and commercial facilities that are convenient for daily life. There are various ways to enjoy each area, such as large stores such as Takashimaya and Marui, the area around JR Kashiwa Station, which is attractive with second-hand clothing stores popular with young people and various restaurants scattered in the Urakashi area, the Kashiwa Leaf area where the University of Tokyo's Kashiwa Campus, Chiba University, AIST, and public and private incubation facilities are concentrated, and the Tone River basin and Teganuma area, which are a treasure trove of history and nature. In recent years, Kashiwa City has also been known as a "city of sports and music" and is home to professional sports teams such as J.League Kashiwa Reysol, Rugby One's NEC Green Rockets Tokatsu, and W-League's JX-ENEOS Sunflowers, as well as many wrestlers from Kashiwa City and related to Kashiwa. The municipal Kashiwa High School Brass Band Club and the Sakaine Junior High School Brass Band Club, which are regular winners of the national tournament, are also famous. ◇◇◇ Introducing 6 sightseeing spots in Chiba Prefecture Kashiwa City! ◇◇◇ Here are some sightseeing spots that you should definitely visit when sightseeing in Kashiwa City, which is easily accessible from central Tokyo. ・Teganuma Teganuma, the closest natural lake to Tokyo, is a treasure trove of nature. In addition to the Teganuma Nature Interaction Greenway, where you can safely enjoy cycling and jogging on the south shore of Teganuma, you can also enjoy boating, bird watching, and day camping. ・Roadside Station Shonan Located on the Kashiwa side of the Tega Bridge that crosses Teganuma, you can enjoy a meal and buy fresh local produce and specialty products, where you can enjoy the blessings of Kashiwa City's nature. We also rent bicycles, so please use it as a base for sightseeing around Teganuma! ・Koryuzan Fuse Benten Tokaiji Temple One of the three benten in the Kanto region. It has a history of more than 1,200 years, and the view overlooking Mt. Tsukuba across the Tone River is also popular. It is also famous as the setting for many legends and folk tales, such as the auspiciousness of the temple where the red dragon appears. ・Akebonoyama Agricultural Park Akebonoyama Agricultural Park is a vast park where tulips bloom in spring, sunflowers in summer, and cosmos bloom throughout the year. There is also a Barbecue area, café, exhibition greenhouse, kids room, etc., so everyone from children to adults can enjoy it. ・Former Yoshida Family Residence Historical Park It is a valuable house that conveys the architectural style of the peasant mansion built in the late Edo period, and is designated as a nationally designated important cultural property. You can tour the park while receiving explanations from the resident guide. There is also a lawn plaza and a bamboo forest, where you can enjoy the history and nature of the four seasons. ・Masuo Castle Site Park It is a vast park divided into three zones: the "Forest Walk Zone" on the site of the castle mountain built during the Warring States period, the "Forest and Hill Adventure Zone" where you can enjoy Barbecue, and the "Waterside Creature Zone" where you can observe waterside creatures with spring water. The well-preserved earthworks of the Ruins of the Castle, the hollow moat, the tiger mouth, and the waist circle are popular with old castle enthusiasts. ◇◇◇Chiba Prefecture Kashiwa City Specialty Products and gourmet food◇◇◇ Kashiwa City is known as a specialty product for its abundant agricultural products such as kokabu, green onion, spinach, strawberry, pear, and blueberry. At the Agricultural products direct sales shop "Kashiwade" and Roadside Station Shonan, you can buy these specialty products carefully grown by local farmers. Also, depending on the season, you can enjoy strawberry picking, pear picking, etc. ◇◇◇Chiba Prefecture Kashiwa City Events festival◇◇◇ ・Teganuma Fireworks Festival The Teganuma Fireworks Festival, held in 2023 for the first time in four years, will feature about 13,500 fireworks, including underwater fireworks and large-scale star mines, that will beautifully color the night sky of Teganuma. ・Kashiwa Festival The largest festivals in Kashiwa City, the Kashiwa Festival, is usually visited by about 700,000 people every year. Stage performances, Mikoshi Parade, and Kashiwa Odori will enliven the city of Kashiwa. ◇◇◇We are looking forward to sightseeing in Kashiwa City◇◇◇ Chiba Prefecture Kashiwa City attracts people who visit with its rich nature, deep history, delicious Specialty Products, and heartwarming events. Kashiwa City looks forward to welcoming you! We will send out recommended information about Kashiwa City, so please follow us!

The sky and clouds after sunrise were beautiful. Kujukuri Beach in winter is wonderful.

The sun peeks out from above the clouds. It is Kujukuri Beach in winter.

Kujukuri Beach after sunrise in winter. Waves broken by the strong wind are soaring as droplets. The backlit sea was golden and beautiful.

It is the sunrise of Kujukuri Beach in winter.

Morning at Kujukuri Beach in winter. Is it called the magic hour?