Narai-juku, located on the old Nakasendo road, is the longest post town in Japan, stretching about 1 km along the Narai River. This historic site features the Chinjin Shrine at the top of Torii Pass on its Kyoto end. Once a bustling hub for travelers, Narai-juku was known as "Narai Senken" Narai's Thousand Houses and was the busiest stop on the Kisoji road. The town still preserves architectural marvels from the Edo period, such as the eaves lights of the inns and the thousand latticed windows, reflecting the timeless grandeur of the area.

Mt. Fuji was not visible at all until 30 minutes ago, but with the sunrise, the clouds disappeared and it became a stunning double diamond Fuji.

Matsumoto Castle on a heavy snowy day The Chuo Expressway was closed to traffic, so I took a big detour on the Kanetsu Road and entered Matsumoto on the lower road from Azumino. It took me 6 hours to get there in 3 hours laughs.

【Kiso village】Ōhira Iris Park Pond Iris At the Odaira Iris Park Pond in Kiso village, irises that grow in clusters bloom from late May to early June. As of May 25th, about two-thirds of the flowers have bloomed, and they are in Best time to visit! From the National Route 19 "Suge" traffic light in Kiso village, it is about 10 minutes by car in the direction of Kodama Forest and Yabuhara Ski Resort.

【Ōgahas】 The Giant Lotus is an ancient lotus that was discovered and bred in 1951 by a group led by botanist Dr. Ichiro Ohga. As a result of dating, it is known that it is a lotus that is at least 2,000 years old, and it is known as the world's oldest lotus that was excavated from an old stratum and successfully germinated and grown. This precious giant hath is rooted in about 250 places in Japan and overseas, and you can see its beautiful appearance in each place. Chiba City will be the "birthplace" of such a giant hasu. The lotus pond in front of the Lotus Pavilion in Chiba Park in Chiba City welcomes Renge Best time to visit from mid-June to July every year, and when there are more than 700 flowers, more than 700 flowers bloom, and many tourists Visit to see the graceful appearance of the giant lotus. There are walking paths and benches in the surrounding area, so you can spend a relaxing time with cherry blossom viewing. In addition to the beauty of the flowers, the historical background and the achievements of Dr. Ohga will allow those who visit to enjoy even more Impression. In addition, the flowers usually open from early morning to mid-morning and close around noon, so it is recommended to watch the giant hath in the morning! [Chiba Park] ■ 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

Traditional Japanese straw raincoat in the coming season Nagoya, Aichi

Kenninji Temple 2022.09 "Twin Dragon Ceiling" Junsaku Koizumi's masterpiece of heavenly painting It's also amazing to be able to shoot. It is the oldest Zen temple in Kyoto.

Hokokuji Temple 2021.06.12 The most relaxing place in Kamakura It was a walk in silence.

Matsumoto Castle, one of Japan's oldest castles, is famous for its unique black exterior. Located in Matsumoto City for over 400 years, it houses a remarkable collection of weapons and armor from the Warring States Period. Despite never witnessing battle, it's a must-visit in Nagano Prefecture, especially during twilight hours for a peaceful experience. The sight of swans on the moat against the castle and the blueish-purple horizon is unforgettable.

We’ll share the charms of Suwa City in Nagano Prefecture!!! ⇒ YouTube “Suwa City Official Channel” @TheCityofSuwa First, we start with “What kind of place is Suwa?!” — we hope this sparks your interest. Also, we’ve made an amazing promotional video!!! Suwa offers seasonal delights year-round. In spring, enjoy cherry blossom viewing and hikes amid fresh green mountains; Kirigamine offers spectacular views from Nagikama Shrine, and in summer you can admire daylilies (nikkokisuge). At the heart of the Suwa Basin lies the symbol, Lake Suwa. In summer you can kayak on Lake Suwa, take a sightseeing boat, or ride the new cycling road that even children can enjoy 🚵. Best of all is the Suwa Lake Festival’s lakeside fireworks display, one of Japan’s top events 🎆. In autumn, savor Suwa’s fermented gastronomy—miso—plus the local specialty, Shinshu Suwa miso tempura rice bowl. Enjoy sake from Suwa’s five breweries, made with Kirigamine’s exceptional spring water 🍶. In winter, experience the ice ridges called Omiwatari and try wakasagi smelt fishing 🎣. Warm up and soothe your tired body at Kami-suwa Onsen♨ Suwa truly offers the best all year round♪ In times of need, people turn to “Osuwa-sama.” There are over 10,000 branch shrines across Japan, and the head shrine, Suwa Taisha, is here ⛩. A roughly six-minute introduction video can’t cover everything... Suwa is more than just the Onbashira Festival!!! Come visit and experience Suwa for yourself♪ We look forward to seeing you!

Chiba Port Tower / Chiba Port Park Chiba Port Tower in Chiba City is an observation tower 125 meters above the ground that opened in 1986. Located on the shores of Tokyo Bay, the tower's observation deck offers a 360-degree panoramic view. On clear days, you can see Mt. Fuji and Tokyo Sky Tree in the distance, and at night, the beautiful night view Unfolds, and it has been certified as a "sacred place for Lover's Mecca" and "Japan Night View Heritage". It is also known as a famous place for cherry blossoms, and is a popular Spot that Implementation various events such as Christmas illumination and special opening of the First sunrise. In addition, Chiba Port Park Unfolds around the Port Tower, and Maintenance has a vast Lawn square, playground equipment, Barbecue area, etc. There is also a Garden where you can enjoy seasonal flowers, making it ideal for families, couples, and friends to spend a relaxing time. Chiba Port Tower and Port Park are loved by many visitors as Healing Spots where nature and urban landscapes are fused. [Cibaport Tower] ■ Business hours: ・June ~ September 9:00-21:00 ・October ~ May 9:00 ~ 19:00 Mon ~ Fri / 9:00 ~ 20:00 Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays *Last admission is 30 minutes before closing time. ■Closed: ・ Closed on the 4th Monday of even-numbered months and 12/28~31 at the end of the year please check the website for details * For safety reasons, it may be temporarily closed due to strong winds. Fee: ・Admission fee: 420 yen for Adult, 200 yen for elementary and junior high school students ■ Access: ・About a 12-minute walk from Chiba Monorail/JR Keiyo Line "Chiba Minato Station" ・ From the JR Chiba Station West Exit No. 26 bus stop, take the "Chiba Port Tower" line and get off at the last stop. ・ From the JR Chiba Station West Exit No. 26 bus stop, take the "Chiba Minato Loop Bus" to "Chiba Central Police Station" and walk for about 5 minutes. ■Address: Chuoko 1, Chuo-ku, Chiba City

Oshi Castle, located in Gyoda City, Saitama Prefecture, has a rich history dating back to the late 15th century. Despite facing numerous attacks, this formidable castle never succumbed. While the original structure no longer stands, visitors can still witness the earthen foundation of the main castle, the towering stone walls, the Korai Gate, and other fascinating ruins. The reconstructed "Three-storied Tower" from the Edo Period now houses captivating exhibits, offering visitors a glimpse into the past. Ascend to the observation room on the highest floor for a breathtaking view of Gyoda City. My visit at twilight revealed an eerily silent and empty atmosphere, evoking the enchanting aura of this ancient site.

Meigetsu-in Temple 2020.06.12 When a state of emergency was declared and I couldn't go out of the prefecture. Even at Meigetsu-in Temple, it was written that only people living in Kanagawa could enter. Thanks to this, I was able to take pictures that did not show many people.

Tauszvets Bridge 2022.08. The Tauszvets Bridge is submerged in August every year There is an Observation decks about 800m away, but if you want to get closer, you can take a tour or make a reservation in advance from the forest road gate key reservation page on the website of the Kamishihoro Town Tourism Association. The guide said that it is collapsing and will collapse someday.

Oarai Isosaki Shrine no Kamiiso no Torii shrine gate 2024.01.06 Here, for the first time, I was able to take a picture of the sun rising from the horizon. This is Daruma Asahi.

2024.01.01 First sunrise Diamond Fuji

Hachimantai's Dragon Eye 2024.05.18 I was able to see the dragon eye that had been opened. It's like opening your eyes once and then closing them. The best time to see it is until the end of this month. It was unusually early this year.

View of Fuji from the Main gate. At Taiseki-ji Temple, located at the foot of Fuji, you can see the majestic Mt. Fuji on a clear day.

View of Kyoto Tower in the distance. Kiyomizu-dera Temple, located on a hill in Higashiyama, offers a panoramic view of the town of Giant Yang, but the view of Kyoto Tower is especially spectacular.

The Milky Way of the Star Pass Water enters the rice paddies, and the stars are reflected in the rice paddies. It is a superb view for a short time before rice planting.

I started helping farmers this year! For the first time, I learned that most of the famous lily root takes a lot of traditional manual work, and it takes five years to eat. And the young Indonesians I work with. Although we don't speak the language, we are important friends ^^ who work together to cherish historic specialties

It is a wonderful approach to Makari Shrine near my house, ^^ Annual event to cycle here! Pray to God for my daughter's safety!

Hokkaido's oldest wisteria tree "Tenjin Wisteria" Famous wisteria flowers are endemic to Japan, but they do not actually grow wild in Okinawa and Hokkaido This wisteria tree was planted by the hands of our predecessors who settled in the Meiji era Since then, it has a long history, and it is still pleasing to people's eyes Wisteria tree about 200 years old The majesty of it is breathtaking

Notice: Oyama Afuri Shrine Saryo Sekison Saryo Sekison, located within the precincts of Oyama Afuri Shrine Lower Shrine, will be temporarily closed for renovation work from Saturday, June 1. We apologize for any inconvenience to those who had planned to visit, and ask for your understanding and cooperation. Contact: Saryo Sekison 0463-94-3628 There’s still time to enjoy Oyama’s fresh green leaves in May!! Please come and take in the spectacular views.

New green east and west towers. From the hill overlooking the Yamato Basin, the east and west towers of Tomaji Temple surrounded by New green Gari rise.

Sunset in the Setoda Channel. The temple is located on a small Hilltop overlooking the Setoda Channel on the north side of Setoda Port.

【Otaki village】Shizenko Nature Lake September 14, 1984 Nagano Prefecture Western Earthquake A mountain collapsed in the Halfway up of Mt. Ontake, and a large amount of debris flowed was dammed by the Otaki River, creating a deep forest and a natural lake where the Valleys submerged. Natural heritage site "Shizenko Nature Lake". It's a photogenic place, but when you actually see it, it's a beautiful scenery that takes your breath away. It is an unexplored area that you should visit at least once. By the way, it is also a place that has been used as a filming location. ） Nature canoeing is held here. Period: April 20 to mid-November Not opens Time: Morning session 9:30~12:00 / Afternoon session 13:30~16:00 Fee Adult 6,500 yen junior high school students and older / 4,000 yen for elementary school students / 3,000 yen for infants 4 years old and older, including equipment and accident insurance. Cash payment only on the day. Apply from the Home page. Please search for "Shizenko Nature Lake Nature Canoe Tour"!!

Hello everyone! This is En'uemon Folklore Museum. Shosenkyo Gorge has entered the fresh green season. A pleasant breeze that hints at early summer slips through the trees. It’s a perfect time for a stroll♪ Big news! A new home has been found for the golden frog that used to sit in front of the shop. It was only at the shop for a short time and in just a few days became a legendary frog. A little early, but here is a look at June’s birthstone, alexandrite♪ Alexandrite is said to change color between night and day. Seeing the purple hue under indoor lighting and the blue tone in sunlight in person is even more moving. Please drop by while you’re out for a walk♪

The roses were 🌹 also in full bloom in Moroyama Town This is the Takinoiri Rose Garden in Moroyama Town, Saitama Prefecture. It seems that it was started about 10 years ago, and at that time the locals used to go there for fun. Many roses bloom in the park, making you 🤤 feel Spring

Hiroshima City　 Recommended Spots in Hiroshima #Hiroshima City Botanical Gardens 👈 Today is a photo 📸 from the rose garden of the Hiroshima City Botanical Garden This rose was carefully cared for by the staff and all the roses were very beautiful.