NICE TO MEET EVERYONE WHO WATCHES COOL JAPAN VIDEOS! This is Town Tourist Association for the time being. Tobetsucho, Hokkaido Tobe Town tsucho is located in the northern part of Sapporo City, the capital of Hokkaido, and is about 40 minutes by car or JR from the center of Sapporo City, boasting outstanding transportation access among the Town/Village cities in Hokkaido. Although the area is almost the same as that of Yokohama City, nearly half of it is occupied by Hokkaido-like Nature, and the delicious gourmet food, mainly agricultural products and processing products, is all first-class, and it is a Town with a population of 15,220 people as of June 2024 Reiwa 6 woven by warm people. The climate of Tobetsu Towns is refreshing and comfortable in summer, and the snowy landscape Unfolds in winter, but the cold is mild due to the large amount of snowfall. Access to Tobetsu Towns is very convenient, about 1 hour by car from New Chitose Airport. 30 minutes by car from Sapporo Okadama Airport. Also, from JR Sapporo Station, you can visit the Sapporo Line in about 40 minutes Use. There are many attractive tourist spots in Tobetsu Towns. We will guide you to some of the sightseeing spots in Tobetsu Towns, Hokkaido! The "Royce' Town Factory Direct Sales Store" attached to the factory of Royce's, a chocolate brand Representative of Hokkaido, has undergone a major renovation and opened in March 2022! In addition, on August 4, 2023, the experience-based facility "Royce' Cacao & Chocolate Town" will open. Visiting the site and shopping together can be fun. At the Chocolate Workshop experience fee is charged, you can experience making original chocolate! You can add your favorite toppings to a large chocolate bar and take it home in a special package. There are many other attractions in the Inside the facility, such as the cacao bean processing plant and the Royce Museum. Gastronomical delicacies such as limited soft serve ice cream and pizza made with Jersey milk that you can taste at the direct sales store are also recommended! The Scandinavian Wind Roadside Station Tobetsu, a Roadside Station that is perfect for procuring meals and Souvenirs, is Restrooms available about 5 minutes by car from Royce' Town. Since it has a sister city in the city of Lek Mr./Ms. in the Kingdom of Sweden, it is a roadside station characterized by a Scandinavian-style building with a Bengala color and a triangular roof. Fresh vegetables and Hokkaido Specialty Products are available in abundance. Inside the museum, there are many restaurants that use ingredients from Tobetsu, such as Cafe Terzina, a restaurant produced by a popular Italian restaurant chef in Hokkaido, and Takajin CUP STORE, a soup curry restaurant made by a vegetable sommelier. Come and stop by for lunch or a break from sightseeing! The Mr./Ms. Memorial Park, which was Maintenance to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the partnership with the sister city of Lek Mr./Ms. Sweden, is an observation park where you can enjoy a spectacular view. You can overlook the Ishikari Plain, and the open park is perfect for walks and picnics! There is also a Dalecarlian horse horse that calls happiness donated by the city of Lek Mr./Ms., commonly known as a lek. Domin no Mori, located in the northern part of Tobetsu Towns, is one of the largest natural parks in Japan, boasting an area of about 12,000 hectares. You can enjoy camping and barbecue in the great Nature. In addition, Accommodations and walking paths are equipped, and you can Implementation nature experiences where you can learn about the forest. In the town is dotted with comfortable hotels, inns and hot spring facilities, where you can relax while surrounded by beautiful nature. While looking at the scenery of the four seasons, please spend a moment of healing both physically and mentally. Held in seasonal festivals in Tobetsu Towns, where you can experience the Local culture and traditions. We will deliver the festival Information of Tobetsu Town, which is also recommended for sightseeing! The "Flax Festival Flax Festival" is in full bloom Held in in early July. It is a flax-themed festivals centered on flax-related exhibits, such as a singing contest for "Flaxen-haired Maiden", which is also a famous song in Japan. The Famous Summer Midsummer Festival in Scandinavia is Held in around mid~late June. The main event, where participants dressed in national costumes launch a large pole called "Maypole", is a must see! It is also a testament to our exchange with our sister city, Mr./Ms. in Sweden, and has a history of more than 35 years. Held in in winter, the big event "Aso Snow Plaza" is crowded with many people every year. Held in every year in early February, it is full of attractions such as a large snow slide, various stage events, and a snow mobile experience test drive of the Air Self-Defense Force! The fireworks festival in the winter sky is one of the highlights. Tobetsu Towns uses the Furusato Nozei system to send Local Specialty Products to those who support Tobetsu Towns. Among them, Royce's sweets and pork shumai from Asano Farm Smile Pork, which won the Hokkaido Pork Carcass Grand Prize and the Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Award, are popular dishes. Tobetsu Towns is also popular as a starting point for a new life as a settlement area. Maintenance of the environment for child-rearing, such as the residential area "Sweden Hills" reminiscent of the Scandinavian cityscape and the opening of the "Integrated Compulsory Education School Tobetsu Gakuen" in April 2022, are attracting attention for their warm community and rich in nature environment suitable for immigration. In Tobetsu Town, Hokkaido, where nature occupies about half of the Town, you can enjoy the scenery of the four seasons and the culture of the Local, and you can spend a wonderful time filled with refreshment and wonderful memories. In the future, this Account will continue to deliver the charm of Tobetsu Towns! Best regards for your continued support!

Notice of extended closure due to renovation work at Oyama Afuri Shrine Saryo Sekison Scheduled renovation work at Saryo Sekison Closed: July 11 Reopening: July 12 Some menu items normally served at Sekison, such as the masu tiramisu, will be available on weekends only at Senshinkaku, the community hall on the grounds of Afuri Shrine Lower Shrine (Afurisha Shimosha). We apologize for the inconvenience and ask for your understanding and cooperation. Please check the latest information on the Oyama Afuri Shrine official website before you visit. Oyama Afuri Shrine Office 355 Ooyama, Isehara, Kanagawa TEL 0463-95-2006 (Reception hours 9:00–17:00)

Kankōchi Suwa!!! Introducing the Takashima Castle Festival! May 26, 2024 — held every year on the fourth Sunday of May. We held the 55th Takashima Castle Festival. This year, 19 acts performed on stage. There were hip-hop dance routines, traditional Japanese dance, taiko drumming, singers, cheerleading, and the Matsumoto Castle matchlock gun corps. The matchlock team left a powerful impression. Even in Japan, this is something you rarely see. The matchlock firearms date back about 430 years, and few groups still maintain and use functioning examples. The Matsumoto Castle matchlock gun corps preserves these guns and passes on the tradition. As a result, you can see matchlock demonstrations at events like those at Matsumoto Castle. The team brought several types of matchlocks. To an amateur eye, I saw two kinds: first a bantsutsu infantry gun, then a chūtutsu medium cannon. They fired blank shots in several formations. The blast was tremendous! At the end, a shooter from Suwa fired the chūtutsu. The sound ripped through the space where we stood. It was truly loud and spectacular!! There were taiko performances and children’s hip-hop dances, with families coming to watch. At the festival you could also buy food stalls and specialties from sister and friendship cities, and try tree climbing!!! Blessed with good weather, many citizens attended. If you have the chance to come to the Takashima Castle Festival, be sure to come and enjoy it!

◆Myojin Stone◆ The Myojin Stone is a giant boulder shaped like an ellipsoid, about 2.5 meters in its long axis, 1.8 meters in its short axis, and 1.2 meters tall. No one knows exactly how long it has rested here, but it is thought to have come from the Ina Mountain Range during an ancient flood of the Mibuzawa River. This rock has long been revered by local people as a mysterious stone that, while easily moved by a child’s strength, does not budge even in major floods. At some unknown point in time it became enclosed by a tamagaki fence and has been regarded as a sacred spot serving as a place for worship of Suwa Taisha from a distance. The origin of the name is unclear, but it is said to have begun when the deity Suwa Daimyojin was invited from Suwa Taisha and, until the shrine building (Mibuzawa Suwa Shrine) was completed, the sacred object was enshrined on this rock and rituals were performed. Since then, whenever the shrine has been rebuilt or renovated, it has become customary to use this rock as a temporary resting place for the sacred object. ●Details of Myojin Stone ・A request to visitors Local residents cherish this stone. When entering among the stones and pushing them, please take care not to break the shimenawa ropes or sakaki decorations. ・Facilities There are stairs with handrails. ・Toilet None. ・Parking None (please use the parking lot in front of nearby Mibuzawa Suwa Shrine). ・Contact Toyooka Tabijikan (0265-49-3395)

Introducing recommended sightseeing spots in Kawazu Town, a beautiful town surrounded by the nature of the sea and mountains! The tourist Spot we will introduce this time is "Toyosen's Footbath Place". ◆Detailed Information◆ 【Spot Name】Toyosen's Footbath 【Address】517-1 Mine, Kawazu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Prefecture, Mine, Kamo-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Phone number: 0558-32-0290 Kawazu Tourism Association 【Business hours】9:00~16:00 【Regular holiday】Open all year suspended due to Souce-of-spring cleaning 【Parking lot】3 regular cars

Nice to meet you! Shinshu Shinano Town Tourist Association. Shinanomachi, Kamisuunai-gun, Nagano Prefecture is a town in northern Nagano Prefecture that borders Niigata Prefecture. Its population is about 7,000. Surrounded by mountains such as Myoko, Kurohime, Togakushi, Iizuna, and Madarao, the town also boasts many popular attractions like Lake Nojiri and Kurohime Plateau. On Cool Japan Video, we will share recommended sightseeing information for Shinanomachi, Nagano Prefecture, known as the hometown of Kobayashi Issa. Thank you for your support. ◆What is Shinanomachi, Nagano Prefecture? ◆ In winter, Shinanomachi, Nagano Prefecture welcomes visitors with superb powder snow. Popular ski areas such as Kurohime Kogen Ski Resort, Myoko, and Madarao Kogen make this region ideal for winter sports. It is also popular with international visitors from countries including Australia and Taiwan. Shinanomachi, Nagano Prefecture is broadly divided into four areas. ◎ Kurohime Highland area ◎ Tangram Madarao Area ◎ Kashiwabara and Fujisato area ◎ Lake Nojiri area ◆Recommended sightseeing spots in Shinanomachi, Nagano Prefecture, by area◆ ~~~ Kurohime Highland area ~~~ Kurohime Highland lets you fully enjoy nature typical of Nagano Prefecture: dahlias and cosmos in summer, and powder-snow skiing in winter. ◎ Kurohime Fairy Tale Museum & Fairy Tale Forest Gallery The Kurohime Fairy Tale Museum blends literature, art, and nature. It houses and exhibits valuable materials by Michael Ende and Miyoko Matsutani, beloved across generations, as well as fairy tales and picture books from around the world and local folktales. ◎ Kurohime Highland Dog Run This expansive all-grass dog run covers about 3,000 square meters. Built to take advantage of the natural hills, it is enjoyable for dogs from small to large breeds. ◎ Kurohime Highland Cosmos Garden The Kurohime Highland Cosmos Garden is filled with beautiful cosmos flowers from summer into autumn. The colorful fields of cosmos spread across the vast plateau like a painting. The garden offers an observation deck and walking paths, so you can relax and enjoy the flowers at your own pace. ◎ MtKurohime MtKurohime is a symbolic mountain of Shinanomachi, with an elevation of 2,053 meters. Trails are well maintained, offering enjoyment for beginners through advanced hikers. From the summit, a 360-degree panorama opens up, and on clear days you can see distant mountain ranges. MtKurohime showcases seasonal nature and is an attractive spot for hikers and mountain enthusiasts. ◎ Naena Falls Naena Falls is one of Shinanomachi’s representative scenic spots. With a dramatic drop of 55 meters, the waterfall’s majestic scenery captivates visitors. Walking paths are developed around the area, allowing you to stroll while listening to the roar of the falls. In particular, the autumn foliage season creates a spectacular contrast between colorful leaves and the waterfall. ~~~ Tangram Madarao Area ~~~ This area is popular as a resort area. It offers many amenities such as golf courses and hot spring facilities. ◎ Mt. Madarao (Madarao-yama / Madarao-san) A volcano with an elevation of 1,382 meters, it is one of the Five Mountains of Northern Shinshu (MtMyoko, Mt. Madarao, MtKurohime, MtTogakushi, Mt. Iizuna). At the summit there is a shrine housing 13 statues of Nyorai. ~~~ Kashiwabara and Fujisato area ~~~ This is the hometown of haiku poet Kobayashi Issa. Within the area are the Issa Memorial Hall and Issa’s former residence, where you can learn about his life and history. ◎ Issa Memorial Hall A museum built to commemorate the haiku poet Kobayashi Issa, who was born in Kashiwabara, Shinanomachi. It presents many of his works and portrays Issa’s life and the Kashiwabara of his era. ◎ Michi-no-Eki Shinano Furusato Tenboukan Michi-no-Eki Shinano Furusato Tenboukan provides tourist information and local products from Shinanomachi. In addition to local specialties and souvenirs from Shinanomachi, Nagano Prefecture, you can enjoy fresh local produce and handmade goods. ~~~ Lake Nojiri area ~~~ In summer on Lake Nojiri you can enjoy activities such as kayaking, SUP, and cruises. ◎ Lake Nojiri Naumann Elephant Museum This museum showcases fossils of Naumann elephants discovered at Lake Nojiri and life-size models, offering many attractions. Centered on the results of the more than 40-year-long Lake Nojiri excavations, it researches and exhibits the natural environment around the lake from about 50,000 years ago to the present. ◎ Lake Nojiri At the lakeside you can enjoy boating, fishing, canoeing, and other outdoor activities. In summer, swimming and camping are popular, making it a recommended spot for families and couples. The lake is also historically significant for the Naumann elephant fossils recovered from its bed, allowing visitors to enjoy nature and history together. ◎ Shomyoji Temple Located quietly in the mountain valley, its precincts are surrounded by seasonal nature. In spring, the weeping cherry blossoms bloom beautifully, attracting many visitors. ◆Recommended activities in Shinanomachi, Nagano Prefecture◆ ◎ Rental bicycles in Shinanomachi, Nagano Prefecture During the green season when the ski resorts are closed, sightseeing by relaxed cycling while feeling the breeze of Shinanomachi is recommended. The town offers rental bicycles at three locations: the information center in front of Kurohime Station (Shinano Town Tourist Association), LAMP Lake Nojiri, and Nojiri Lake Resort. ◎ Minpaku and farm stays in Shinanomachi, Nagano Prefecture About 3,000 elementary and junior high school students visit annually to experience farm and rural life through homestays and farm stays. The local government and residents have established a solid reception system. ◆Local specialties of Shinanomachi, Nagano Prefecture◆ Crops such as corn, tomatoes, bell peppers, eggplants, and soba are local specialties of Shinanomachi. Shinanomachi is one of the leading paddy monoculture areas in the northern Nagano region, and locally grown Akita Komachi and Koshihikari rice are also popular. ◆Festivals and events in Shinanomachi, Nagano Prefecture◆ ◎ Lake Nojiri Fireworks Festival About 2,000 fireworks are launched from Lake Nojiri. In 2024 this beloved local event will celebrate its landmark 100th edition. ◆Tourist information for Shinanomachi, Nagano Prefecture◆ Shinanomachi is a town blessed with rich nature, history, and warm people. With seasonal landscapes and outdoor activities, Shinanomachi is an ideal destination for families and couples. We will continue to share recommended sightseeing information for Shinanomachi, Nagano Prefecture, so we appreciate your support.

Enjoy the best breakfast on a highland in Shinshu. Would you like to experience breakfast on a breezy plateau at 1,600 meters above sea level? Relax and savor a luxurious moment while gazing at the vast grasslands before you. ●Period July 1, 2024 (Monday) – September 30, 2024 (Monday) (Excluded dates / closed days: July: 4, 13–15 ｜ August: 10–18, 29 ｜ September: 5, 12, 14–16, 19, 21–23, 26 (as of June 13, 2024)) Limited to 20 people per day Reservation required ●Price 1,800 JPY (tax included) ●Hours 9:00 – 11:00 Booking & Venue Korobokkuru Hutte – A stylish café attached to a mountain hut – ●Address Nagano Prefecture, Suwa City, Kirigamine, Kurumayama-Kata TEL 0266-58-0573 ※ Please make reservations by phone directly. ※ Calls may be difficult to get through between 11:00 and 14:00. “Breakfast at Kirigamine: My Car Plan” Enjoy an elegant breakfast on the mountain hut terrace while looking out over the sweeping grasslands. This individual plan includes benefits such as a Kirigamine summer lift ticket and an original pin badge. ●How to Apply Korobokkuru Hutte TEL 0266-58-0573 ※ Please reserve by phone. ●Access ‣ About 30 minutes by car from Suwa lakeside, Suwa City, Nagano Prefecture ‣ About 40 minutes by car from Chuo Expressway Suwa Interchange via Prefectural Route 40 (Kirigamine–Shirakabako Line) ※ Parking spaces are limited and you may not be able to park. Please note weekends and the season are very busy. ●Other ▷ Reservations accepted until noon the day before ▷ Same-day cancellations will be charged 1,800 JPY per person. ▷ Limited to 20 people per day ▷ Weekends and the season are very busy; reservations may fill up relatively early. ▷ Parking and breakfast service are on a first-come, first-served basis. ▷ Operations may be suspended due to severe weather. Special perks included! ★Perk 1: Round-trip Kirigamine summer lift ticket Perk period: July 13, 2024 – August 25, 2024 Lift operating hours: 9:00 – 16:00 ※ Lift may not operate in severe weather. Address: 13338-41 Kamisuwa, Suwa City, Nagano Prefecture Parking available (Kirigamine Ski Area parking, approx. 200 spaces) Access: About 5 minutes by car from Kurumayama-Kata, about 2 minutes by car from the Kirigamine Nature Conservation Center parking lot ★Perk 2: Kirigamine Plateau “Original Pin Badge” gift! Perk period: July 1, 2024 – July 12, 2024 and August 26, 2024 – September 30, 2024 ※ The badge shown in the photo is from 2022.

Hello, I’m Gen 👋 In June, when fresh green leaves appear, many visitors enjoy the gorge’s scenic beauty from the riverside promenade at Shosenkyo Gorge. The standard trekking route is an out-and-back of about 6 kilometers‼️ (Duration: about 1 hour 30 minutes). Starting from Nagatoro Bridge, the gateway to Shosenkyo Gorge, you walk along while admiring the strange rock formations and soon reach Tenkorin, a prefectural natural monument. If you continue along the riverside promenade, you will arrive at Yume no Matsushima. *This is a photo spot with a view of Kakuembou* 📸 If you go further, you’ll find the huge natural arch stone gate, and after about a 500-meter walk you’ll come upon the dramatic Senga Falls! Before the rainy season begins, take your time strolling the promenade and enjoy the seasonal scenery‼️

Hello! Chiba Prefecture Shirako Town Shirakomachi. Chiba Prefecture Shirako Town faces the Coast Kujukuri Beach east of the Chiba Prefecture and is an attractive town with a Rich in nature environment with beautiful sandy beaches. It is about 30 Kilometers from the prefectural capital Chiba City and about 60 Kilometers from Tokyo Central Tokyo, and it takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes to access by car. ◇What is Shirako Town? Shirako Town has more than 300 tennis courts, the largest number of courts in Japan, and is also a sacred place for Tennis Camp. Activities and sports such as surfing at Kujukuri Beach are also popular. It is the birthplace of Kujukuri Beach sardine fishing using seine nets introduced from Wakayama Prefecture, and has been a traditional industry since the Edo period. ◇History of Shirako Town It was created in 1955 by the merger of Shirakata Town, Seki Village, and Nabaki Village. Shirako Shrine, which is the origin of the town's name, is a historic Spot built in the Heian period and is also popular as a famous place for cherry blossoms. ◇ Recommended sightseeing points in Chiba Prefecture Shirako Town Shirako Town is focusing on attracting tourism in order to realize "attractive town planning where you can see the smiles of visitors". Our slogan is "A city where everyone can be 'healthy and happy.'" Focusing on Shirako Town Hot Spring, we are disseminating the charm of tennis The first sports facilities throughout the town. ◇ Agriculture in Chiba Prefecture Shirako Town Agriculture has become a key industry in Chiba Prefecture Shirako Town. Vegetables grown in the land rich in minerals of the Pacific Ocean are reputed to have a sweet taste. Here are some of the most popular specialty vegetables that Chiba Prefecture Shirako Town is proud of. ・Shirako onion It is a thick onion with a high sugar content and a sweet taste like fruit. It can be harvested only in the period from late April to May. ・Leaf onion Harvest before the onion balls swell and eat the sweet, tender leaves. ・Tomato The warm climate and sandy conditions allow you to harvest tomatoes that can be eaten deliciously throughout the year. ・ Vegetables you want to eat It is a salad vegetable grown in a glass greenhouse. It is a vegetable that boasts fresh leaves that have received a lot of blessings from the sun. ・Nagaiki green onion It is softer than regular green onions and has a reputation for color, aroma, and texture. ◇ The charm of Chiba Prefecture Shirako Town Chiba Prefecture Shirako Town has a population of about 10,500 people, and the number of people who have learned about Shirako Town through tourism and events is increasing significantly. The town also offers consultation on migration and settlement, and you can also check the vacant house bank registration list in Shirako Town on the website. Chiba Prefecture Shirako Town is a town with a beautiful natural environment, rich culture, and sports facilities. We will Best regards because we will send out Information full of Chiba Prefecture Shirako Town charm in COOL JAPAN VIDEOS.

Spend a blissful time in the beautiful Town, Kawazu Town When you visit and In the town Accommodations surrounded by the nature of the sea and mountains! The inn I would like to introduce this time is "Yamaguchiso". ・Standing by the sea, Fresh ingredients and a rich menu are popular. ◆Detailed Information◆ 【Spot Name】Yamaguchiso 【Address】Mitaka, Kawazu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Prefecture 483 Phone number: 0558-32-0064 Check-in/Check-out is 3:00 p.m. and check-out 10:00 a.m.　 [Total number of rooms] 5 【Pick-up/drop-off】No pick-up/drop-off 【Parking lot】5 cars

How do you do. This is the Minami-Shinshu Tourism Public Corporation! We will send out recommended Tourist Information in the Minami Shinshu area of Nagano Prefecture on COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, so thank you. ---- What is the Minami Shinshu area in Nagano Prefecture? The Minami Shinshu area is located at the southern tip of Nagano Prefecture and is the southern gateway to the prefecture. It is a beautiful region where you can feel the rich nature of the four seasons created by the Tenryu River, which streams from north to south through the center of Minami Shinshu, the Central Alps, and the majestic mountains of the Southern Alps. The Minami Shinshu area consists of 14 cities and towns in Iida City and Shimoina-gun. ⚪︎ Iida City ⚪︎ Matsukawa Town ⚪︎ Takamori Town ⚪︎ Anan Town ⚪︎ Achi Village ⚪︎ Hiraya Village ⚪︎ Neba Village ⚪︎ Shimojo Village ⚪︎ Sellaki Village ⚪︎ Tenryu Village ⚪︎ Yasuoka Village ⚪︎ Takagi Kimura ⚪︎ Toyooka Village ⚪︎ Ōshika Village History of ---- Minami Shinshu area From the Shiojiri Inn of Nakasendo, the Sanshu Highway Ina Highway, which goes south along the Minami Shinshu area along the Tenryu River, Restrooms available a history of prosperity as a Highway important places connecting Edo and Kyoto. Among them, Iida City, which is also the center of Minami Shinshu, currently boasts the fifth largest population in Nagano Prefecture, flourished as a post town on the Sanshu Highway in the Edo period, and developed as a castle town of the Iida Domain during the Sengoku period. Iida City, with its beautiful Towns Maintenance in a Go board shape and its culture inherited from ancient times, is called "Shinshu's Little Kyoto". Traditional culture and traditional crafts inherited in ---- Minami Shinshu area In the Minami Shinshu area, many traditional cultures such as kagura, puppets, Bon Odori, and festivals are still passed down, and it is said to be a treasure trove of folk performing arts. In addition, Minami Shinshu is a production area of Mizuhiki crafts, which accounts for 70% of the nation's production. Mizuhiki is a culture that has been in Minami Shinshu for more than 300 years, and is a decorative string used for the front of gift bags. Fruits of ---- Minami Shinshu area Specialty Products The Minami Shinshu area is a "treasure trove of fruits" where you can enjoy various fruit picking throughout the four seasons. We will introduce the Representative Fruit Picking and its charm of Minami-Shinshu, a fruit kingdom that boasts the one of the most production volume in Japan, with terrain suitable for fruit production, such as abundant sunshine hours and temperature differences between day and night. ・Cherry picking Cherry picking in Minami Shinshu can be enjoyed in early summer. You can pick and taste the red ripe high-grade fruit cherries on the spot, and their sweetness and juiciness are exceptional. ・Pear picking Pear picking can be enjoyed from late summer to autumn. Fresh pears can be picked on the spot and enjoy the fresh taste. Minami Shinshu pears have a strong sweet taste and a crunchy texture. ・Apple picking Minami Shinshu is one of the one of the most apple cultivation areas in Japan. During the autumn harvest season, many people from all over the country visit in search of apples from Minami Shinshu. You can pick and taste the bright red ripe apples yourself, and their mellow aroma and sweetness are attractive. In addition, you can enjoy "Strawberry picking", "Grape picking", "Blueberry picking", and "Peach picking", and you can enjoy taste hunting such as "bamboo shoot picking" and "chestnut picking" other than fruits. ----Summary The Minami Shinshu area is a place where nature and history are in harmony. Hiking and camping in the great Nature are also recommended! There is also a night tour to see the starry sky in Achi Village, which is said to be the best starry sky in Japan. There are many ways to enjoy the Minami Shinshu area, such as enjoying the food culture of Local agricultural products and Local cuisine, the spectacular scenery of the four seasons, and various activities! Visit the Minami Shinshu area, where nature and history are in harmony, and experience its charm. Beautiful nature and culture await you. Cool JAPAN VIDEOS will provide recommended Tourist Information for the Minami Shinshu area of Nagano Prefecture, so thank you!

Kumamoto Castle 2024.04 The stone wall of Kumamoto Castle that I wanted to see I couldn't go straight down, but it was a masterpiece.

Sunrise on the Nata Coast The sun seemed to be smiling in the Torii shrine gate.

The temperature is gradually becoming ☀ more and more like summer Nuts are also too hot and this look 😆

Narai juku "It's off-limits today due to road construction!" Alamār!" It is located in Narai, Shiojiri City, Nagano Prefecture. Narai Juku is the 34th post town in the Nakasendo Highway, counting from Itabashi Inn on the Edo side and Moriyama Inn on the Kyoto side, just in the middle of the Nakasendo Highway. The Town has been selected as a national Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings and retains a strong appearance of the past. On the day I visited, half of the road was off-limits due to road construction tears. The construction had not started yet early in the morning, so I asked to take a picture. "It's off-limits today due to road construction!" Alamār!" I don't know if the two people in the photo were talking. Restrooms available.

Cherry blossoms and Himeji Castle Himeji Castle is also known as White Heron Castle, a castle located in Himeji City, Hyogo Prefecture. Major buildings such as castle towers and turrets built in the Edo period still exist, and are registered as national treasures, important cultural properties, and UNESCO World Heritage Lists. I visited Himeji Castle when the cherry blossoms were in full bloom, The photo was taken from the restaurant in the building. I tried to make it a panoramic style, and when you look at it like this, it is quite wide. Cherry blossoms and egret castle are the best match.

[View from Omachi Park] Omachi Park is a scenic lookout easily reached in about a 5-minute drive or a 25-minute walk from JR Shinano-Omachi station, offering spectacular views. There are benches where you can relax and take in the scenery. The Northern Alps still wear traces of snow that stand out against the blue sky. From the wooded slopes behind you can hear the pleasing song of a Japanese bush warbler.

◆Hikokudaira Peach Blossom Road◆ The peach blossoms of Hikokudaira began when fifteen original saplings were purchased from Senaiji in Achi Village in 1997 and planted around a private residence. (The peach blossoms of Senaiji are said to have originated when Momosuke Fukuzawa (the son-in-law of Yukichi Fukuzawa) brought saplings back from Munich, Germany, in 1922.) Moved by the beautiful red, white, and pink blooms, and wishing to match the local landscape, they decided to plant extensively. They planted on privately cultivated land and along roadsides, borrowing village-owned strips beside the roads to plant as well. In 2000 they received a grant under the "Community-Built Regional Development Project," and with the cooperation of neighboring residents for planting and underbrush clearing, now more than about 200 peach trees have been planted. Each year the area has become popular for its scenery surrounded by the beautiful peach blossoms. The name Hikokudaira comes from the trade name of the project initiator, Mr. Masaru Kubota. Manager: Masaru Kubota ●Details for Hikokudaira Peach Blossom Road ・Best time to visit Mid April to late April ・Admission fee None ・Parking None ・Toilets Temporary toilets available ・Contact Toyooka Travel Time (0265-49-3395)

Kankouji Suwa!!! Kirigamine Highlands in Suwa city, Nagano Prefecture. Suwa proudly boasts this scenic spot where alpine plants bloom through the seasons. It is also known as Japan’s glider mecca 🛩️ At Kirigamine you’ll find one of the country’s top daylily (nikko-kisuge) colonies. This lily-family flower represents the highland in July, painting the green slopes with orange-leaning yellow blooms 🌼 Every July Kirigamine’s popularity causes traffic jams. In the hot season, enjoy a leisurely, elegant respite in this cool highland.

Enjoy sightseeing on an E-BIKE when sightseeing in Kawazu Town, a beautiful town surrounded by the nature of the sea and mountains. MERIDA is a sports cycle brand that is highly regarded in Europe. Why don't you take the MERIDA E-BAKE electrically assisted Kiss ports-type bicycle to visit the Squid tourist spots of Kawazu? Reservations can be made by Phone or online, please feel free to contact the Kawazu Tourism Association. ◆Detailed Information◆ 【Address】Sasahara, Kawazu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Prefecture, 72-12 Sasahara, Kawazu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Phone number 0558320290 【Business hours】9:00~17:00 Return around 16:50 【Regular holiday】None 【Parking lot】Yes 【Other】Rental will be done by the Kawazu Tourism Association.

◆Toyooka Iris Garden◆ The Iris Garden sits on a terrace mid-slope with a high vantage point offering panoramic views of the Central Alps. Around 1938, various flowers were grown as a hobby, but after visiting Lowrys Garden in Aoki Village and seeing the wide range of iris colors, sizes, and shapes there, I became captivated by irises and began buying bulbs. As the number of cultivated varieties exceeded one hundred and space grew tight, the garden was relocated to its current 30-are (3,000 m²) plot of farmland. At the village’s request to open the site to visitors as a tourist garden, I acquired a landscape coordinator qualification in 2002 and opened the iris garden to the public in 2003. Iris cultivation dislikes high heat and humidity, which leads to frequent diseases, and the plants need replanting and soil replacement about once every three years, so maintenance is demanding. Still, we continue to cultivate them in the hope that visitors will find comfort in the sight of the flowers in full bloom. Today the garden features more than 200 iris varieties totaling about 5,000 plants, and over 300 other flower varieties, making it an impressive flower garden in full bloom. Manager: Hideko Tado ● Toyooka Iris Garden Details ・Open season Late April–mid May: Iris Late May–early June: Roses ・Opening hours 8:00–17:00 (open daily during the season) ・Admission 300 yen (high school students and older) ・Parking, restrooms Available ・Other Seedlings available for sale ・Contact Toyooka Tabijikan (0265-49-3395)

Tsunoshima Bridge　 On my third visit, I was able to collaborate with Aozora.

Kure, Hiroshima Recommended ferries in Hiroshima #Sea Paseo A piece with 📸 Sea Paseo as the main character from the gap in the port town The houses lined up along the sea were tasteful and had a good view.

Kamisuwa Onsen stretches along the shores of Lake Suwa, and when you get off the train you can enjoy that very hot spring as a footbath without even exiting the ticket gate. On Track 1 of JR Kamisuwa Station there is a sturdy rock-style ashiyu (footbath). This footbath originated from gender-separated open-air baths built in 1986 as part of the "One Station, One Specialty" campaign, and it took its present form after renovations in 2002. It’s perfect for a brief soak while waiting for a train. In summer it soothes tired, overheated feet, and in winter it warms chilled feet—try soaking in Kamisuwa Onsen’s restorative footbath. While soaking in the Kamisuwa Station footbath, making and eating an onsen tamago (hot-spring egg) is highly recommended! At NewDays Mini Kamisuwa on the station premises you can buy the "Kamisuwa Station Onsen Tamago Set" (raw egg, sauce, spoon, cup) for 100 yen (tax included). Please note that entering the platform requires a platform ticket (150 yen) or a valid train ticket. Simply submerge the egg in the hot spring and, while enjoying the footbath, in about 20 minutes you’ll have a delicious onsen tamago. Footbath hours: 9:00 AM–9:00 PM NewDays Mini Kamisuwa hours: 6:45 AM–8:30 PM Please enjoy it!

When sightseeing in Kawazu Town, a beautiful town surrounded by the nature of the sea and mountains, it would be hometown Squid to Use a "Kawazu guide". ◆Kawazu hometown guide We will guide you through each Driving Course with history, trivia, and special Local Information that are not included in tourist pamphlets. In addition, we accept requests other than the Driving Course, old stories of Kawazu, picture-story shows, etc. Full of highlights such as Kawazu cherry blossoms logs, National Natural Monument Camphor Tree, and Oufutsuyu Park! 【Reservation】Kawazu Tourism Association 0558-32-0290 [E-mail] info@kawazu-onsen.com 【Fee】500 yen per person from 2 people or more 【Guidance time】10:00~15:00 Approximately 90 minutes Driving Course each Kawazu cherry blossoms Driving Course, Kawazu Nanadaru Driving Course, station area Driving Course Meeting Point: Kawazu Town Sasahara 72-12 Kawazu Tourism Association

Iwakuni, Yamaguchi Recommended Spot in Yamaguchi Prefecture #Kintai Bridge #Kintai Bridge　 Today, from Iwakuni City in neighboring Yamaguchi Prefecture, a traditional event that has been handed down since ancient times, I have a cormorant 📸 The light of torches floats on the Nishiki River, and the cormorants begin to Gari as they descend the river little by little. I took a bird's-eye view from the top of the bridge, but it was quite difficult to shoot because it was too dark. 📝iso2000 f1.8 1/80

The Katsura River streams through the area of Yamanashi Prefecture. This river is Famous for sweetfish anglers as a fishing Spot one of the most the Kanto region. On the other hand, the current situation is that it is not known to the general public. I want more people to know about the Katsura River and sweetfish, which are local tourist resources. And I want to revitalize and promote the region. Squid, we have developed Specialty Products. In particular, this sweetfish sandwich is a rare product that you should try at least once. Sweet and spicy honeydew stew, confit with olive oil and garlic, It is a set of 3 types of fried foods that are fried and entwined with sauce.

I visited Wada-juku Main Camp! It was almost hot outside, but the interior of the main camp felt cool. There was a quiet, meditative atmosphere that made me want to sit and reflect...

Black hair buried Torii shrine gate 2019.04.30 The massive explosion of Sakurajima on January 12, 1914, 1914 Taisho 3 filled the Kurogami area with volcanic ash and pumice. The Torii shrine gate gate of the Beli Gosha Shrine Kurokami Shrine, which was 3 meters high, was so terrible that it was buried, leaving only Kasagi. The Torii shrine gate gate has become less than the height of a person, but the mayor of Higashi-Sakurajima Village at the time stopped digging it up to convey the threat of Eruption to future generations, so it remains in its original form to the present day. The Torii shrine gate gate of the buried Kurokami Shrine and the gatepost of the Nagano clan house were designated as natural monuments of the prefecture on April 28, 1958 Showa 33. Next door, an old Akou tree that miraculously survived stands quietly.

Introducing recommended sightseeing spots in Kawazu Town, a beautiful town surrounded by the nature of the sea and mountains! The tourist Spot we will introduce this time is "Guanyin Mountain Stone Buddha Group". ・ Guanyin Mountain stone Buddha group standing in the middle of nowhere In Izu, there are many 33 Kannon tours that imitate the 33 places in the West Country. One of them, in the mountains of Nashimoto, Kawazu Town, is the mountainside of Mt. Kannon 653m, which was formerly called Mt. Kyono, and there are 33 Kannon built in the middle of the Edo period. ◆Detailed Information◆ 【Spot Name】Guanyin Mountain Stone Buddha Group 【Address】Nashimoto, Kawazu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Prefecture, Kawazu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka 【Parking lot】None