・Senninzuka Park Campsite \Campsite Information of Iijima Town, Nagano Prefecture/ It is a quiet campsite with a wonderful seasonal view of the Central Alps shining on the surface of the lake. Senninzuka Park is a Nature Park located in the Nanakubo district of Iijima Town. During the Sengoku period, a mountain castle called Kitayama Castle fell due to the invasion of the Oda army There is a the vicinity, so it is Tradition that the soldiers who died at that time and their weapons were buried in this place There are. It is said that because of this, it came to be called the Mound of a Thousand People, or "Sennin Mound". Nowadays, you can enjoy various ways depending on the season, such as cherry blossoms blooming around Jogaike, auto camping grounds, and mallet golf courses. Winter camping is also possible. Address: Nagano, Kamiina-gun, Iijima-cho, Nanakubo, 3017-124 Phone: 0265-86-6764 Regular holiday: Tuesday Website:https://www.senninzuka.site//

[Notice] New product♪ Shop information at Roadside Station Iwanai! From Sasaya Shokudo 100% deep sea water — flat-pan method — Pure Salt JUN-EN now in stock!! Including tax, it is 450 yen. "Winter vegetables" grown in a snowhouse in Kyowa Town have arrived 👏 These winter vegetables were raised slowly without heating in the cold winter! How about some fresh-picked produce?

Roadside Station Iwanai Happy New Year 🐍 We look forward to your continued support this year Roadside Station Iwanai is open as usual from today. We look forward to welcoming everyone 😆

I took a picture of my son and wife playing in the snow at the Saiko Healing Village in Kawaguchiko Towns.

Okinawa Winter Tradition "Kikumination" / In various parts of Okinawa, the chrysanthemum fields are illuminated from 11 p.m. ~ 3 p.m. every year from December ~ March. It is "electric chrysanthemum". Cultivation of chrysanthemums has become popular in conjunction with the New Year and the New Year, and the flowering time of chrysanthemums is adjusted by lighting at night. There are electric chrysanthemums on the mainland, but I hear that they are mainly House cultivation and cannot be seen from the outside. The warm Okinawan scenery and fantastic scenery will Unfolds! In Okinawa, it is called "Kikumination", which is a combination of chrysanthemums and illumination^^ Actually, I went to see it for the first time. (-_-;) The location is in the Obazura district of Itoman City. As you walk through the darkness, you will suddenly see a light. How many chrysanthemums are growing? It seems that the lighting time is different, and I was surprised when the light bulb in the next field suddenly turned on. ^^; When you come to Visiting the site, don't Squid into the field because it's private land...

Kyoto Prefecture Miyama Karabuki no Sato Snow Festival It was a pity that there was no snow, but I wanted to take a panoramic view of the village of Miyama, so I climbed the snowy mountain alone Next time, I would like to see snow on the roof, but if that happens, there will be even more snow on the mountain side. Is it dangerous to climb snow? 🤔

Miyama Karabuki no Sato Snow Festival It was a pity that there was no snow, but I wanted to take a picture of the whole view of the village of Miyama, so I managed to climb the snowy mountain alone and took a hard picture. Of course, since it was a snowy mountain, there was no road, and it was almost a cliff climb, but 😅 on the way back, it was pitch dark and I managed to descend the mountain while getting lost on the way. 😌

Limited seats still available! Shinano‑Omachi Hidden Gem Tour — Learn Camera Techniques We’re pleased to announce the date: Thursday, January 9, 2025 (backup date Friday, January 10, 2025). The subject is Omachi’s specialty, koori-mochi (frozen rice cake). This guided tour lets you enter the processing site for koori-mochi, observe the workers, feel the texture of the ingredients, and capture the atmosphere with your own camera while learning photography techniques. Thanks to the continued cooperation of the Katakuri Koori‑Mochi Section of Nōsanbutsu chokubaijo Katakuri, this event is possible again this year. Registration has just opened, but only a few spots remain. If you’re interested, please consider applying soon. ⭐︎ View participants’ photos here https://kanko-omachi.gr.jp/news/88323/... ⭐︎ To apply, use this link or call 0261-22-0190! https://kanko-omachi.gr.jp/event/90392/...

From Soto Recipes! As a special return to everyone who supported us through crowdfunding of the luxury retort "Izu no Gokumeshi" that fully uses high-quality ingredients from the three towns of Shizuoka and Izu, we Held in a social gathering to eat "Izu no Gokumeshi" together in Izu with our ambassador Izu no Nushi Fishing. Izu Southwest Coast Tourism Promotion Council Three towns: Nishi-Izu Town, Matsuzaki Town, and Minami-Izu Town We received full cooperation in recipe development, etc. Chiaki, Representative of Soto Recipe Co., Ltd. Ambassador "Izu no Nushi Fishing" With everyone who supported us We enjoyed camping food unique to the southwestern Coast of Izu, such as "Dogashima barley wine", "Hon Wasabi and local fish", "Ghibier yakiniku", "natural eel kabayaki", "deep-fried ginaga shrimp", and "tide soup". Souvenirs include "Hot Spring Melon", "Bonito Dashi Salt", and "Matsuzaki Rice". There is a very much to everyone who participated.

✨ The Northern Alps are dusted with snow 🏔 Today, November 25th, just after noon, Omachi City cleared to bright sunshine ☀️ and the snow-dusted Northern Alps appeared 🏔 I took photos from Omachi Park to the east of Omachi City and from the observation deck at the summit of Mt. Takagari ✨ Visitors from Japan and abroad were enjoying the view. For more details, we posted on the staff blog. Please see the official Omachi City Tourism Association website 😌

Autumn is my favorite season in Japan. This is because of this aesthetic view. Enjoying the autumn from ropeway is very good but the view of autumn with the ropeway is amazing. The autumn valey in Yuzawa kogen ski resort is one of the best place to enjoy the autumn. Over the valley there is a ropeway service which looks like this image.

I may not know the name of the hill, but witnessing the Naeba Plateau in the fall is truly a breathtaking experience. It transforms into a stunning tapestry of autumn colors, as if it were aflame with beauty. The national highway that traverses the area adds to the scene, leading one through a charming tunnel that highlights nature's grandeur. It's a wonderful reminder of how harmoniously the landscape and human elements coexist.

[Event: Report on the November 9 (Sat) Salt Road Walk!] Here is a report on our autumn Salt Road Walk, where participants felt history underfoot. The walk began in the Sha district at Nishina Shinmeigu Shrine. The morning started shrouded in mist, but the sky cleared into perfect blue as the day progressed. Participants enjoyed walking while gazing up at the snow-capped Northern Alps. Thank you to everyone who joined us 😍 A brief introduction: we plan to hold this event again around the same time next year. If you’re interested, please check our association website in the fall. Omachi City Tourism Association

【Inagako Autumn leaves】 R6.11.14 Autumn leaves are getting warmer than last week. Lake Inagako, the ginkgo at Suwa Shrine, and the ginkgo at Kushigata General Park are in Best time to visit! Enjoy the warm color gradients.

"Fall is proof that change is beautiful" The beauty of autumn is really unparalleled specially in Japan. And it also really proof that changing is beautiful. Since it change color from green to yellow and red the whole atmosphere change. This changing nature also teach us a deep lesson which tells us of restart from the begging if required. And for that don't be upset and do it proudly. This vibrant colorful leaves also tells us "leaves are falling, autumn is calling"

Ganseiji Temple in Iwaki City, Fukushima Prefecture Hakumizu Amida Temple. The photo shows an incense burner standing in front of the temple. Mido, with its Heian period Pure Land Garden, is also designated as a national treasure. There are relatively few people on Saturdays and Sundays, and it is a spot where you can enjoy the Autumn leaves calmly. In autumn, Ooin ginkgo and maples beautifully decorate the temple. In the middle of the prime, you can enjoy various autumn gradations from yellow to deep red!

The crimson, gold, and green blend beautifully, reflecting on the lake's surface. The peace and beauty are indescribable. Autumn invites us to slow down, reflect on our lives, and fully embrace the present moment. This fantastic view was seen from Yuzawa Kogen alpine Botanical garden in Niigata prefecture.

It is the Hatanagi First Dam (Lake Hatanagi) built on the Oigawa River in Shizuoka Prefecture. The Autumn leaves of the mountains of the Southern Alps were very beautiful.

[Autumn on Mt. Oyama 2024 🍁 Preview] *A collaboration of Shonan’s night views and beautiful autumn leaves* Each year from mid to late November, the area around Oyama-dera and the lower shrine of Oyama Afuri Shrine turns bright red with autumn leaves, and at night the foliage is specially illuminated so you can enjoy it together with the night views of Shonan. *Oyama Autumn Illumination & Night Operation of the Oyama Cable Car* November 20 (Wednesday)–December 1 (Sunday) ※open every day during the period Weekdays until 19:00 ・ Saturdays, Sundays and holidays until 20:00 Access: From Isehara Station North Exit, Bus Stop No. 4 (bound for Oyama Cable Car), about 30 minutes by bus Get off at the final stop and walk 15 minutes to the cable car station *Temple Lodging Stamp Rally to Experience the History of the Temple Lodgings & Quiz, and an Old Highway Market will also be held* Dates: Saturday, November 23; Sunday, November 24; Saturday, November 30; Sunday, December 1 10:00–16:00 Organizer: Odakyu Electric Railway ※Using the Tanzawa-Oyama Free Pass issued by Odakyu is very convenient. Please wait a little longer for the peak autumn foliage!

The autumn beauty of Toji temple in Kyoto. With illumination and reflection in water the scenery becomes more beautiful. One of my favorite tourist spots in Kyoto. The tradition and beauty truly reflects here.

When I visited Shizuoka Prefecture, I happened to take a walk early in the morning and encountered a pleasant morning.

A park in Tatsuno City, Hyogo Prefecture It was an old-fashioned small park, but it was a charming park with two large ginkgo trees on either side and seesaw

It was a large Persimmon tree that I happened to find in Shiso City, Hyogo Prefecture, and it was 😋 an autumn persimmon that appeared in Japan folk tales, like the original scenery of nostalgic Japan

The autumn beauty of urabandai, Fukushima. The vibrant color surrounding the pond is so amazing. The reflection makes photo more beautiful. It's from goshikinuma pond.

Behold the eternal autumn within a window. Enkoji a perfect destination for autumn viewings. You will receive a warm welcome by the tradition and beauty.

㊙ Sightseeing spot introduction Tomakomai Research Forest, Hokkaido University (Takaoka, Tomakomai) The Hokkaido University Research Forest, which is close to the city and allows you to feel the four seasons of Tomakomai, A hidden Autumn leaves spot in Tomakomai. It looks like it will be in Best time to visit from around this Sunday! Forget the hustle and bustle of the city and become one with Nature. * Scenes from last year. 【Facilities site】 QR code

Asama Hot Spring New Soba (buckwheat noodles) Festival On November 2 (Sat) and 3 (Sun), the Annual event "The 18th Asama Hot Spring New Soba (buckwheat noodles) Festival" will be Held in at Asama Hot Spring. It will be held for two days with the participation of everyone who is proud of making Soba in the Matsumoto area. It is a Soba (buckwheat noodles) Festival where you can taste the new Soba (buckwheat noodles) harvested for the first time this year. In addition to Soba noodles, there are also available booths for product exhibitions, famous confectionery from Asama Hot Spring, and Fresh fruits and vegetables For sale of bandit grilling and beer. In addition, we will distribute a "Day-use Hot Spring discount ticket (100 yen)". Use 5 sponsored inns and facilities can usually be used at a low price.　 Spend an autumn day at Asama Hot Spring. We look forward to seeing you. Period: November 2 (Sat), 3 (Sun) Time: 2nd (Sat) 10 a.m. ~ 4 p.m. 　　　　　3rd (Sun) 10 a.m. ~ 3 p.m. Venue: Asama Hot Spring Plaza (commonly known as Hot Plaza Asama) Main events ◆ New Soba (buckwheat noodles) Festival 5 booths ◆ Hometown product exhibition 12 booths 　　　　　◆5 Hot Spring baths ◆Outdoor concerts 10 groups　 Transportation Alpico Kotsu Asama Hot Spring Line End point Asama Hot Spring bus stop in front of you 　　　　　If you are driving your own Car, please follow the instructions of the attendant. For inquiries, please contact: Asama Hot Spring New Soba (buckwheat noodles) Festival Executive Committee (within the Asama Hot Spring Tourist Association) 　　　　　　TEL:0263-46-1800 FAX:0263-46-0200 　　　　　　E-mail: asama-spa@po.mcci.or.jp

Torch Festival The "Torch Festival" is Dedication to Misya Shrine, the guardian shrine of Asama Hot Spring. Misya Shrine has two shrines, Okumiya (Autumn Shrine) and Asama Shrine (Spring Shrine) in Asama Hot Spring, a few kilometers away in the mountains of Mt. Sansai, and has been revered as the god of hunting and agriculture as the Shintai Shrine, with the same three gods as Suwa Grand Shrine: Takeminakata Mikoto, Yasaka Sword Selling Life, and Kotoshironushi no Mikoto. In order to protect the safety of the lives of the inhabitants and the bountiful harvest of the five grains, the god descends from Okunomiya to Asama Shrine at the end of every year Village and at the end of the autumn harvest, he is placed by the flame of torches Dedication by people, and returns to the Okusha Shrine in the mountains with smoke wafting all over the sky. About 50 torches are dedication. It is a bundle of "mugiwara", and some of them are large, more than 3 meters long and more than 2 meters in diameter. In the Hot spring resort that line the eaves, several young people Parade shout with blazing torches, and when the majestic flame Drum rings out in flames and smoke, the excitement Gari of the hot spring town of Asama Hot Spring reaches its climax. At the end, the celebration of the Festival is a heroic one worthy of the name of Fire Festival. Accommodation guests can also participate in the walk-in, so please feel free to contact us. (Asama Hot Spring Tourism Association: 0263-46-1800) 2024 Annual Grand Festival of Misya Shrine Spring Shrine (Asama Hot Spring Torch Festival) Held in : Saturday, October 12, 2024 Festival Torch Festival Sunday, October 13, 2024 Festival * Torch Festival departs at 7 p.m. on the 12th The torches start in front of the Minato no Yuzen and slowly parade through the Hot spring resort of Asama. At the end, a lit torch is thrown at the Misya Shrine and Dedication is made.

Designated as a national park, Jozankei Hot Spring is one of the one of the most Autumn leaves Famous landmarks in Japan, blessed with abundant Nature. The Autumn leaves of Jozankei have progressed little by little, and finally about 50% of them have become colored. Autumn leaves peak in Jozankei in mid-October every year, and this year is no different. From October 1st, starting from the Jozankei Tourist Information Center, we operate shuttle buses that can go to the five selected scenic areas "Five Great Autumn Leaves". We will operate various buses so that you can fully enjoy the beauty of the Autumn leaves, such as the "Autumn leaves Gondola" of the Sapporo International Ski Resort, where you can enjoy a walk in the Autumn leaves air one step earlier than the Hot spring resort and the panorama of Ishikari Bay from the top of the mountain, and the "Autumn leaves Kappa Bus" where a guide will guide you through the unknown Autumn leaves Spot. In particular, the Autumn leaves Kappa Bus has been renewed as a new routes around Lake Sapporo with a superb view from this year. Attention.

"Haguroyama Park" in Osaki City, Miyagi Prefecture Famous Spot for red spider lililies.