Amidst the gentle rain, the silhouette of a majestic mountain looms over the serene Lake Hibara, creating a breathtaking backdrop. As I sit by the lake’s edge, the tranquil atmosphere envelops me, turning this moment into something truly unforgettable. The tiny islands in the distance adds a touch of magic, making the scene feel like a painting come to life.

〜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.

〜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.

Today, I am taking a walk in Kawagoe only in the morning. I've been curious, Maestro Maesutoro. It is open every Wednesday on the first floor of Resona Coedo Terrace. Kawagoe tea (yuzu) and berry nut galette. Galette combines nuts with blackcurrant and berry jam. It has sweet and sour tastes and is and delicious. Kawagoe tea also goes well with yuzu. The body warms up. Today, it is open until 15:00. Congratulations on your grand opening. ㊗️🎉

【Autumn search in Gokase】 At the three Josenji temples, I finally found 😭✨ a red maple The last time I visited, only one part of the tree was red, but only that tree was bright red and beautiful 🍁👏 The maples behind the mountain gate at the entrance were also colored 💡 orange When you pass through the mountain gate, you will see a plant with shiny red fruits... Is this viburnum? Is it 🤔? It created 🤗 an autumnal feel Further back, there are cute pink and purple plants called 🥰 "Mayumi" in pink and "Murasaki Kibu" in purple! It's 🤣 a 💕 cute plant with a "girlish feeling" The most beautiful Autumn leaves in Gokase Towns right now is Josenji Temple... Perhaps!? "Gokase Autumn Leaves 2024" is also being held in on the Instagram Account of the Gokase Tourist Association, so please take pictures while there are beautiful Autumn leaves and apply 🍁📸 as soon as possible For more information, please see the "Gokase Autumn Leaves 2024" posted pinned to the profile page of your 🤗✨ Instagram Account This year, while waiting for the beautiful autumn leaves, it may end before you know it. Please go and 🤗✨ look for autumn by yourself

Photographed 11/1/24. It is Hanachozu of Naritasan Kawagoe Betsuin.

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.

Photographed 10/28/24. This is Hanachozu of Chuin.

Photographed 11/1/24. CAFE ANDON's café latte and Mont Blanc tart. The Mont Blanc tart is filled with blackcurrant and raisin jam. The sweetness of the chestnuts and the acidity of the jam go well together. 😊

It is the Naruto Strait in Tokushima Prefecture. This is Uzushio taken from the top of the bridge.

Around 6:30 a.m. on November 3 View from Urabandai Nakatsugawa Valleys Nakatsugawa Bridge After sunrise, the scenery after a while The colors have changed dramatically! I also enjoyed the golden Autumn leaves 🍁.

Sunrise began to rise at 6 o'clock on November 3, and it was bright enough to see the surroundings This is the view from the Nakatsugawa Bridge in the Urabandai Nakatsugawa Valleys. This year, I was finally able to encounter the spectacular view of the Autumn leaves late in the Autumn leaves. In the autumn-colored Urabandai area, there were many beautiful scenic spots.

Photographed 11/15/24. This is CAFE ANDON's Andon chicken curry. It is a curry that you will want to eat regularly. Jade and rice, 🐰 isn't it?

After the Yabusame at Izumo Ihabi Shrine, we moved to Kawagoe to see Ishihara's Sasara Lion Dance. Today was a good day. 😊

This morning, I went to see Yabusame at Izumo Ihabi Shrine. It was so fast that I couldn't take a picture of the arrow. 😭

Samurai are born aware of their "honor" The goal of the aspiring samurai was not wealth or knowledge, but honor. Honor is a goal to be pursued "within oneself," without regard to profit or loss. Therefore, "honor" that is concerned with public reputation is not real honor.

〜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.

After prayer to Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine, I relaxed at the Starbucks Bell Ring Street store. Macadamia white snow mocha and white chocolate macadamia donuts.

It is Kansennuma, Hokkaido in autumn. The winter constellation Orion created autumn on the yellow-colored grass.

【Autumn search in Gokase】 This time, I would like to introduce 🍁 the Autumn leaves around Shirataki, which I took when I went to Shirataki the other day In conclusion, Autumn leaves are... I don't 😂! I do 😂 my best to collect the red maples that have fallen slightly to the ground to create autumn The maples on the Slope from the Car to Shirataki (Photos 2 and 3) were also sparsely yellow and faded, and it didn't 😓 look like Autumn leaves Well, this is beautiful, but ... After all, Maple trees want to see 😂 bright red Autumn leaves As I climbed further towards Shirataki, the cherry blossoms were 🤣🌸 blooming madly With the recent abnormal weather, the plants must be in a situation where 💦 they don't know what's what. It is still raining today due to the typhoon (which is also strange at this time of year), but it is forecast to be sunny for a while from tomorrow, so let's 🙏🙏🙏 continue to pray that the Autumn leaves will advance The Gokase Tourism Association's Instagram Account is also holding in "Gokase Autumn Leaves 2024", so if you find Autumn leaves in Gokase, please apply 🍁📸 For more information, please see the "Gokase Autumn Leaves 2024" posted pinned to the profile page of your 🤗✨ Instagram Account

It's autumn on a ranch in Hokkaido.

Photographed 10/19/24. It is a one-year cheap sea bream lottery of Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. It's a vermilion color for a limited time, but when mixed with red, it's hard to tell. 😅

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.

Mt. Kurehayama Park, Toyama

Today, I attended the Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine Monthly Festival. It is a one-year cheap sea bream lottery. It was taken on October 8th, and there were fewer yellow sea bream lottery tickets today.

Hiroshima Prefecture Roadside Station Kasaoka Bay Farm A quick detour on the way back from your destination I felt like it was a great deal I like the sight of grasshoppers flying high in the sky because they are full of vitality

Autumn leaves of Asari Dam.

The school went on winter vacation on October 28 Rokkatei Art Village A museum of the earth Village Village art the middle Satsunai. Kashiwa Forest is right in front of you The view from the window changes with the seasons. It's like a big painting.

Happy Halloween ‼️🎃👻😈

Photographed 10/28/24. It is Hanachozu of Naritasan Kawagoe Betsuin. Today is Halloween. 🎃👻👿