【Miyazaki Prefecture Gokase Towns Traditional Performing Arts】Murono Yoi Kagura The Murono Yoi Kagura of Sankasho Shrine is said to have been transmitted from the Mulberry Uchi Shrine Kagura and Furutono Shrine Kagura of the Iwato Kagura lineage during the Meiji period. The dance of the sake strainer has become a merry dance of a peasant couple. In the mid-Meiji period, in order to dedication Kagura to the festival of Mt. Mt. Konpira in the center of the Murono and Akaya districts, Mr. Suke, the first Kaimin of the Murono district, Tradition Kagura was handed down from Furutono, and it continues to this day. After a Period hiatus, they were reunited and the request of Kagura Dedication for the penetration ceremony of the Tsubana Tunnel in 1972 Showa 47. Murono Yoi Kagura's schedule... 2nd Saturday of December

【Gokase Towns, Miyazaki Prefecture Traditional Performing Arts】Kuraoka Gion Kagura Kuraoka Gion Kagura is a kagura Tradition that has been handed down to the Gion Shrine in Kuraoka, and it is said that it began with dancing in the wide garden of Koga Burei Shrine in the Enki ceremony. In the 2nd year of the Lunar Calendar and the 4th year of Juei 1185, the Heike Ichimon, who had been defeated in the Battle of Dannoura, made a series of escapes to the Kyushu Mountains, reached the land of Kuraoka, and then explored deeper into the mountains and penetrated into Shiiba. At this time, Kyoto's Kagura, Gagaku, Ise Kagura, etc., which were handed down by the Heike clan, were infiltrated by the traditional Kagura, and with the progress of time, it became a Kagura with a unique appearance. It is said that the tone of Kagura is made of Traditional Japanese straw raincoat trees growing in the unexplored area of Mt. Shiraiwa, stretched with Deer skins caught in Okuyama, Drums tightened at both ends with hemp ropes, flutes made by drilling holes in shinobamboo, and the elegant sound and strange investigation of the metropolitan tone by clapping hands became a unique Kagura rhythm and formed Kuraoka Kagura. In July of 2023 Reiwa 5, the Kuraoka Gion Kagura Preservation Society restored this ancient Kagura Drum. Kuraoka Gion Kagura Schedule... Mid-July Gion Shrine, Early October Gion Shrine, Mid-November Tianjin Shrine

【Gokase Towns, Miyazaki Prefecture Traditional Performing Arts】Mulberry Nouchi Shrine Kagura Mulberry Nouchi Kagura began in 1870 Meiji 3 on the existing mai at the beginning of the Meiji era, and it is said that Kagura began in parallel because Mulberry Nouchi Shrine moved to Dobu in the same year. The mask is "Hannya-men", which is used more often than other Kagura, and is characterized by a fast tempo. Tradition activities are carried out throughout the community to pass on to future generations, and we are focusing on training successors. In Spring and autumn, dedications are held at the Mulberry Nouchi Shrine Grand Festival, and in January, kagura dedications are held throughout the night to pray for a bountiful harvest of five grains and the safety of residents. Mulberry Nouchi Shrine Night Kagura Schedule ... 2nd Saturday of January every year

【Gokase Towns, Miyazaki Prefecture Traditional Performing Arts】Kotono Shrine Kagura During the Muro Town period, the local Kagura and Iwato Kagura were combined and Dedication and performed rituals, but in the process of being revived several times, Ise Kagura was mixed and became a slow-paced six-tone Kagura, which continues to this day. The "opening of the rock door of heaven" was Restrooms available in this Kagura Origin, and it was danced to pray for a bountiful harvest and the safety of the family. Since the 6th year of Taisho 6 1917, prayers for extinguishing the fire have been combined, and today traffic safety has been included, and the Night Kagura Festival is held every January. Furutono Shrine Night Kagura Schedule... Mid-January

【Gokase Towns, Miyazaki Prefecture Traditional Performing Arts】Araodori UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage Gokase no Araodori is a style dance that was designated as an important Intangible folk cultural assets designated by the government on January 8, Showa 62. The prefectural designation was 1962 Showa 37 May 15 2021 Reiwa 3 2021 In February 2021, 41 "Furyu Odori" from all over Japan, including Gokase no Araodori, were selected as candidates for proposal for UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage, and in March of the same year, a proposal was submitted to UNESCO, which was 2022 Reiwa 4 registered on November 30. "Furyu Odori" is a folk performing arts that embodies the spirit of "Furyu" that is glamorous and eye-catching, and dances to songs, flutes, Drums, and kane, etc., with a lot of attention to costumes and belongings. This Furyu Odori has been designated as a nationally designated Important Intangible Folk Cultural Asset in 42 locations nationwide 25 prefectures, 43 cities and towns, and is the only one in Miyazaki Prefecture to be designated as "Gokase no Araodori". It contains the prayers of people who wish for a peaceful life, such as disaster removal, memorial services for the dead, prayers for a good harvest, and begging for rain, and local people of all ages participate in festivals and annual events. It reflects the history and climate of each region and plays a major role as a Minamoto of regional vitality. Gokase no Araodori is said to have been started by Sakamoto Iga Mori Masayuki, the castle owner of Sakamoto Castle upper reaches of the Mikasho River, to raise the morale of the warriors when they went to war during the Tensho year 1573~92. Later, in the Keicho year 1596~1615, his grandson Sakamoto Yamashiro Mori Irido Kyukaku decreed the Dedication to the guardian god Nikami Daimyojin now Sankasho Shrine. At that time, it is said that the successor of the temple called "Shinbochi" was held at the funeral, and the monkeys kept in the temple were also sent to dance with him. One theory is that the dance was introduced from Sakamoto in Omi Province present-day Shiga Prefecture, but according to the "Nichishu Takachiho Kokonbari Ranki" Hyuga Local Historical Sources, Vol. 4, "The descendants of Sasaki Rokkaku Takayori of Omi defected to Takachiho and served the Mitai clan, and their descendants called themselves the Saho clan, the Sakamoto clan, and the Mazaki clan." However, the Sakamoto clan here is not the Sakamoto clan of Sakamoto Castle, but the Sakamoto clan of Kanegase from Mukaiyama, Restrooms available this is a Minamoto surname, not the Ōkami surname or the Fujiwara surname, but a separate lineage. The date of the rough dance... The fourth Sunday of September every year

【Miyazaki Prefecture Gokase Town Sightseeing spot】The Great Cypress trees of Gion This Cypress tree was veiled for a long time, but it came into the spotlight in the Gokase Towns "Regional Treasure Search" in Heisei 12. It branches into 8 branches from the middle of the large main trunk and has a characteristic shape. It is located Located inside the old cemetery and is thought to have been planted as a guardian tree.

【Miyazaki Prefecture Gokase Town Sightseeing spot】Gion Shrine Gion Shrine was founded around the 16th year of the 29th Emperor Kinmei around 525 AD as a guardian deity of prayers for the elimination of this evil disease and misfortune in the land of Kuraoka, which is located in the center of the area, due to the epidemic of a plague in the "Chiho-go" area in central Kyushu. He is affectionately known as "Gion Mr./Ms." by the local people. A persimmon tree that is said to have been Prayer and planted by Nasu Daihachiro and Munemasa in the 2nd year of Genkyu Precincts Located in. It is designated as a Towns Natural Monument and is a huge tree with a height of 37 m with an estimated age of about 800 years. God of worship: Susanoo no Mikoto, Traditional Japanese straw raincoat Mikoto, Oonamuchi no Mikoto, Kushinada Hime no Mikoto, Itsuse no Mikoto, Su Min Mirai, Kyodan Mirai, Tenma Tenjin, Ashina Shiijin, Tenna Shiijin, Inari Daimyojin

Photographed on July 2, 24. It is the Tanabata Festival of Tokyo Daijingu Shrine. 🎋 Due to the shooting time, the light came in.

Photographed on July 2, 24. It is the Precincts of Tokyo Daijingu Shrine. It's Tanabata. 🎋

At Mt. Tsubakuro in the Northern Alps, the queen of alpine plants "Komakusa" blooms beautifully

Shiraito Falls Camera / #canon EOS Kiss #X9i Lens / EF-S18-55mm F4-5.6 IS STM A waterfall that I found when I went touring with a friend and went to Jozankei There were no customers, and it was great to feel a little secluded because it was a little far from the Jozankei inn town.

The 42nd Sakai City, Fukui Prefecture "Mikuni Fireworks Festival" 🎆 The Mikuni fireworks festival, which has become a summer tradition in Hokuriku, will be Held in again this 🙌🏻✨ year Tickets for the paid bleachers are currently on sale 📢 Enjoy ☺🎆 the largest underwater fireworks in Hokuriku, up to 2 shaku fireworks, and a total of about 15,000 fireworks For details, please visit the official Account ▶ @mikunihanabi Instagram Or check out the website! ❁.｡.:*:.｡.✽.｡.:*:.｡.❁.｡.:*:.｡.✽.｡.:*:.｡.❁ Held in Date: Sunday, August 11, 2024 Held in place: Mikuni Mr./Ms. Set Beach Sakai City Mikuni Town inn, Rice Waki, Kuzuryu Boat Park Sakai City Mikuni Town Shinbo Launch time: 19:30~20:30 *In case of stormy weather, it will be postponed to the 12th and 13th. ❁.｡.:*:.｡.✽.｡.:*:.｡.❁.｡.:*:.｡.✽.｡.:*:.｡.❁

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After Prayer to Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine, I usually relax at the Starbucks Bell Ring Street store. Hojicha Classic Tea Latte and Lemon Cube Cake. 🍋

This is the Kazaguruma of the Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine Direct Meeting. When I Prayer on July 1st, it was still Restrooms available.

Lunch has started 😋✨ "Heshiko Workshop Resting Place Minami" A restaurant 🍴 loved by Locals in Mikuni Minato, a port towns that flourished in the Kitamae ship trade from Edo to Meiji It is ♪🙌 a restaurant where you can enjoy plenty of Fukui Prefecture's local cuisine, "Heshiko" What is "Heshiko"? 👀🔍 Local cuisine in which the internal organs of the fish are taken out, pickled in salt, and then pickled in rice bran. In the case of Minami no, it is pickled in rice bran, which condenses the delicious taste of the high-quality fat of mackerel, and because it is shallowly pickled with low salt content, it is a 💘 Gastronomical delicacies 💁🏻 ♀️✨ that you should definitely taste at least once This time, we will introduce the following: "Minami's best set that takes advantage of the characteristics of Heshiko rice bran" A lunch menu that takes advantage of the characteristics of Minami no popular menu and Heshiko rice bran, and is limited 👀 to 15 meals a day! The fried horse mackerel pickled in homemade Heshiko rice bran is decomposed by the characteristics of fermented Heshiko rice bran, and the contents are surprisingly crispy ~ plump! 😻💕 In addition to deep-fried kombu skewers and fried chicken, which are also Minami no big Popular menu, it is a well-bari set full of recommendations such as taste Jade, broiled Heshiko flakes 💃, etc 𓂃 𓈒 𓂃 𓈒 𓂃 𓈒 𓂃 𓈒 𓂃 𓈒 𓂃 𓈒 𓂃 𓈒 𓂃 Heshiko Workshop Minami Resting Place　 3-5-26 Sanno, Sakai City Mikuni Town, Fukui Business hours: Open only on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays *Course meal reservation required 2 days in advance 11:00 ～ 15:00L.O.14:15 16:30～21:00L.O.20:30 Regular holiday: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Other temporary closures available Parking lot: 5 cars in Parking Lot 1, Parking Lot 2 6 cars 𓂃 𓈒 𓂃 𓈒 𓂃 𓈒 𓂃 𓈒 𓂃 𓈒 𓂃 𓈒 𓂃 𓈒 𓂃 In addition to lunch, you can Use for various occasions such as banquets, ceremonies, and dinners at the beginning of meals, and Souvenirs can also be purchased 🎁🙆🏻 ♀️

Tojinbo Mikuni Hot Spring Yuaport ♨ Located at the southern end of Mikuni Mr./Ms. Set Beach, it is a popular One-day hot spring facilities not only for Local but also for tourists who can take a bath while looking at the Sea of Japan ☺️🍹 From "Minato Yu", the Nine-headed Dragon River flows into the ocean, From "Kamome no Yu", you can ✨ see Mikuni Mr./Ms. Set Beach where the Sunset sets The spring quality of "Tojinbo Mikuni Hot Spring" is a sodium-calcium-chloride spring. Salt covers the skin like a veil and keeps it warm and moisturized, so it is effective for cold sensitivity and Relief from fatigue! Healing your ♨ daily fatigue And after 🪄 taking a bath We recommend 💖 taking a break or dining at the Mr./Ms. Lounge where you can see the Horizon or the sea terrace on the 2nd floor Photogenic sweets, Seasonal menu, and photogenic interiors... ✨ It is a 🥰 space where you can relax and unwind. Also, the morning bath that is Held in regularly and the Fun performance are also noteworthy 👀! 𓂃◌𓈒𓐍𓂃◌𓈒𓐍𓂃◌𓈒𓐍𓂃◌𓈒𓐍𓂃◌𓈒𓐍𓂃◌𓈒𓐍𓂃◌𓈒𓐍 Tojinbo Mikuni Hot Spring Yuaport Fukui Prefecture Sakai City Mikuni Town inn 2-18-1 TEL: 0776-82-7070 Phone reception: 10:00~23:00 Business hours: 10:00~23:00 Last reception 22:30 Closed: 3rd Wednesday of every month 𓂃◌𓈒𓐍𓂃◌𓈒𓐍𓂃◌𓈒𓐍𓂃◌𓈒𓐍𓂃◌𓈒𓐍𓂃◌𓈒𓐍𓂃◌𓈒𓐍

Fukui: 💗 Lots of love! Welcome to Sakai City! In front of the Mikuni Station Tourist Information Center on the Echizen Railway Mikuni Station A local capsule toy is now available 🤩🎉. There are two patterns of shapes, an acrylic stand and an acrylic object, and there are a total of 9 types Restrooms available of patterns, and ✌️✨ there are a lot of cute sights and Specialties that are perfect for Fukui souvenirs. You can only get the Hokuriku Shinkansen W7 series and Fukui Station designs at Fukui Station, Nanjo SA, and Mikuni Station Sightseeing Information Center 👀! Squid 💗 for memories and souvenirs of your trip Please feel free to stop by ☺️

This Spring Renewal 📢 "Wind Forest" Located on a small hilltop in Mikuni Town, Sakai City, Fukui Prefecture, it is a popular inn as a tourist base.•* ̈* 🍀 The wallpaper in the Inside the Museum uses precious Katsugaya stone, which is also used for the tiles of Maruoka Castle, and Echizen washi paper, which is counted as one of the three Daiwa papers in Japan. The interior of the newly renovated guest room 1 room has a glossy lacquered floor and Echizen washi wallpaper. 💎 It has 😌🪄 a profound and modern Japanese atmosphere The orange sunset that can be seen from the guest room is sure 🌅👌🏻✨ to heal your tired mind and body Restrooms available are large public baths with open-air baths and Roux with semi-open-air baths ♨️ For dinner, we recommend 🍴✨ eating out courses that you can choose from miyoshiro teppanyaki, S'Amuser French, Birdland Italian, Ushiwakamaru yakiniku, etc. You can 👍🏻✨choose from a wide variety of partner stores that Representative the gourmet Towns︎ ́- 𓂃◌𓈒𓐍𓂃◌𓈒𓐍𓂃◌𓈒𓐍𓂃◌𓈒𓐍𓂃◌𓈒𓐍𓂃◌𓈒𓐍𓂃◌𓈒𓐍 Forest of the Wind 〒913-0048 4-5-16 Midorigaoka, Sakai City Mikuni Town, Fukui TEL：0776-97-9880 Reservations 9:00~19:00 Check-in/15:00 Check-out/10:00 Parking: Free 8 cars All rooms are equipped with WIFI ◈ Japanese modern 12 tatami Roux 1 room new! ◈ Roux with double semi-open-air bath 1 room ◈Japanese-style room 12 tatami Roux 4 rooms 𓂃◌𓈒𓐍𓂃◌𓈒𓐍𓂃◌𓈒𓐍𓂃◌𓈒𓐍𓂃◌𓈒𓐍𓂃◌𓈒𓐍𓂃◌𓈒𓐍

Sakai City's uniqueness shines. Official character⭐ "Hoyamaru Sakai" What is "Sakai Hoyamaru"? 🔍👀 An apprentice detective dog Pomeranian 🐾 who is an official character of Sakai City who just exploded on March 23 and is looking for the "uniqueness" of Sakai City Although I am looking for "uniqueness" in Tojinbo and Maruoka Castle, I'm not good at heights and I tremble ... ꒰ᐢ´• ·̭ •`ᐢ꒱💦 The hat with the image of columnar joints "Tohiro hat" is a charm point ⭐ Please come 🍮🐾 to "Sakai Hoyamaru"

This is the Kazaguruma of the Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine Direct Meeting. When I Prayer on July 1st, I was still Restrooms available.

Memories of Shirakawa-go Shirakawa-go in early summer taken when I was still able to drive to the Observation decks Currently, you have to take a shuttle bus or walk to this observation decks. At night, the parking lot of the village is closed, so it is a scenery that can no longer be photographed. The four photos are combined with the comparative names.

Nagaoka Fireworks 3 Shaku Jade 1945 Showa 20, the "Nagaoka Reconstruction Festival" was Held in the following year as a memorial to those who died in the Nagaoka air raid on August 1 and to pray for the reconstruction Origin of Nagaoka, Restrooms available later the 2nd and 3rd were designated as "fireworks festival Days" and are still passed down to this day. Taken from about 5 km away, it is a masterpiece 3 shaku Jade

It is the mauve color of Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine and the light mauve wind chime. At the Prayer on July 1, it had already been removed.

Nice to meet you! We are Fukui Prefecture DMO Sakai Tourism Bureau. Sakai City in Fukui Prefecture is a charming area where rich nature, beautiful landscapes, and history and culture intersect. Sakai City lies in northern Fukui Prefecture facing the Sea of Japan. In our Cool Japan video, we will introduce Sakai City’s recommended sightseeing spots, local specialties, and historical background in detail. We appreciate your interest! ■■■ Access Rail and car travel provide convenient access to Sakai City, Fukui Prefecture. The opening of the Hokuriku Shinkansen has improved access from the Tokyo metropolitan area. From JR Awara-Onsen Station on the Hokuriku Main Line, buses run to various locations around the city, making it easy to reach sightseeing spots. You can also drive via the Hokuriku Expressway, using Kanazu I.C. or Maruoka I.C. ■■■ Nature and Scenery Sakai City offers many beautiful natural landscapes. The most famous is Tojinbo. Tojinbo is a series of sheer cliffs jutting into the Sea of Japan; formed over more than 10,000 years, its dramatic scenery overwhelms visitors. Nearby is Mikuni Port, where you can enjoy fresh seafood. ■■■ History and Culture Sakai City is also rich in history and culture. During the Edo period, Mikuni prospered as a port for Kitamae-bune trading ships. The historic townscape of Mikuni Minato remains preserved today, and a stroll there evokes the atmosphere of the Edo era. The Mikuni Festival, held every May, features ornate floats parading through the streets and draws many visitors. ■■■ Local Specialties and Gourmet Food Sakai City offers many delicious dishes made with local ingredients. Especially famous is Echizen crab. In winter, visitors flock to savor freshly caught Echizen crab. Also exceptional are Mikuni Port’s sweet shrimp, Fukui-grown Koshihikari rice, Wakasa beef, and Echizen soba, allowing you to fully enjoy local flavors. ■■■ Sightseeing Spots Sakai City has plenty of attractions beyond its history and nature. Below are popular sights in Sakai City with their highlights. ■ Tojinbo Tojinbo, one of Fukui Prefecture’s premier attractions, has served as the filming location for many dramas. Facing the Sea of Japan, the cliffs rise more than 20 meters high and extend roughly one kilometer, presenting overwhelming natural beauty. Such extensive columnar jointing is rare worldwide and is listed among the world’s three great columnar formations. The sight of cliffs over 20 meters tall in succession is worth seeing. You can also enjoy a sunset cruise—the cliffs glowing in the sunset are unforgettable. ■ Mikuni Minato This historic port town prospered in the Edo period as a Kitamae-bune port. The nostalgic old streets remain, offering a pleasant historical stroll. Notable sights include the former Kishina family residence, the former Morita Bank head office, and Mikuni Shrine. You can also taste fresh seafood from the Sea of Japan and Mikuni’s spicy soba topped with grated karami daikon (hot radish). ■ Maruoka Castle Also called Kasumi-ga-jo, Maruoka Castle is famous for having one of Japan’s oldest surviving main keeps. Built in 1576, it still stands today and is designated as one of Japan’s Top 100 Castles and a National Important Cultural Property. In spring, cherry trees around the castle bloom beautifully, and the site is selected among Japan’s 100 Best Cherry Blossom Spots for hanami. ■ Shibamasa World A large family-oriented amusement park spanning 560,000 square meters. It features one of the country’s largest dinosaur attractions and an indoor play area called Kids Paradise, making it a theme park you can enjoy all day. In summer, it operates one of Japan’s largest resort pools and offers limited-time night pools. Golf, barbecue, and other year-round activities are also available. ■ Echizen Matsushima Aquarium This aquarium facing the Sea of Japan is popular for its dolphin and sea lion shows. It offers hands-on feeding experiences and overnight aquarium stays among many activities. With exhibits of various marine life, it entertains both children and adults. ■■■ Summary of Sakai City, Fukui Prefecture Sakai City, Fukui Prefecture, blends natural beauty, rich history and culture, and delicious local specialties into a compelling destination. We will continue sharing more information about its many attractions, and we hope you will visit Sakai City in Fukui Prefecture!

Outdoor Festival will be Held in in Nayoro City, Hokkaido! "Nayoro's Outdoor Festival" August 3 Sat at Furenbokodai Nature Park, Nayoro City's first outdoor festival has been held in! Outdoor guides living in Nayoro gathered, Activities such as still water canoeing, fishing, and exploring nature can be enjoyed in one day! In addition, gourmet food such as pizza making experience, Tentipi's super-large tent STRATUS72 will also appear! Outdoor writer Hobo Jun will also appear! Event details will be announced as they become available. For details, search for "Nayoro Sightseeing & Town Planning Association"! Those who want to keep memories of summer Vacation, those who want to start camping and the outdoors, and those who want to enjoy the outdoors more than now、、、 We look forward to seeing you there!

Today, I attended the Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine Monthly Festival. Kazaguruma was taken on June 29. The kazaguruma had been removed.

"Senjokaku Pavilion" in Miyajima, Hatsukaichi City, Hiroshima Prefecture The shadows stretching out were very beautiful

"Senjokaku Pavilion" in Miyajima, Hatsukaichi City, Hiroshima Prefecture The shadows stretching out were very beautiful

"Itsukushima Shrine / Five-story pagoda" in Hatsukaichi City, Hiroshima Prefecture I love the staircase in the foreground because it is tasteful