A moon flower that is not a Mr./Ms. flower looking at the moon with the Great Summer Triangle and the Milky Way in the background Akeno Towns 🌻, Hokuto City, Yamanashi Prefecture

Hello everyone, this is the Shosenkyo Tourism Association. The forecast predicted rain today, but it mostly held off and only sprinkled a little. When the sun breaks through, the sunlight can be strong and temperatures rise. Please take a break in cool spots like around the fountains and enjoy your time.💡 #Shosenkyo #Mitake Shosenkyo #Ontake Shosenkyo #Yamanashi Prefecture #Yamanashi #Kofu City #Kofu #sightseeing #travel #Yamanashi trip #Yamanashi tourism

Perseid meteor shower taken at Lake Shoji When the sun went down, there was no wind and the reflection was beautiful.

Hello! This is the Shosenkyo Gorge Tourism Association. Today was a clear, pleasant day. It’s a season to fully enjoy the blue sky, green trees, and the beauty of nature. Take care to avoid heatstroke and sunburn by drinking water regularly and applying sunscreen so you can have a great time! #Shosenkyo Gorge #Mitake Shosenkyo #Mitake Shosenkyo #Yamanashi Prefecture #Yamanashi #Kofu City #Kofu #tourism #travel #Yamanashi trip #Yamanashi sightseeing

Hello 😃 This is the Shosenkyo Tourism Association! Today we visited Itajiki Valley Great Waterfall. The roughly 30-meter waterfall sits unspoiled by any man-made structures, offering a mysterious, untouched natural scene. The spray from the falls brings a coolness that makes it a perfect power spot for hot summer days 💦 Please be sure to visit Itajiki Valley Great Waterfall, a hidden gem of Shosenkyo Gorge. For directions and detailed information, please refer to the Shosenkyo Tourism Association website. We look forward to welcoming you to Shosenkyo.

Summer is finally here, and Shosenkyo has been seeing many hot, sunny days — how is everyone doing? At Shosenkyo’s Senga Falls, the powerful spray fills the air with negative ions, making it wonderfully cool and refreshing.☺️ At Yamanashi Wine Kingdom Senga Falls shop, we have a selection of award-winning wines from the Japan Wine Competition 2024 (including different vintages) waiting for you.🍷♪ This hot summer, let’s enjoy delicious wine😄 and stay full of energy! We look forward to your visit ^_^

Hello. This is Ryusuido at Shosenkyo Crystal Valley 😊 It turned July and the heat has been intense; how is everyone feeling? Near Senga Falls, the spray from the waterfall feels like a refreshing shower, and sunlight filtering through the trees reflects off the water to create a beautiful sparkle ✨ At Ryusuido above the falls, we offer many summer-perfect stones such as larimar and elestial amethyst. Please drop by our cool shop inside as well 😄 All of our staff look forward to the day we can meet your wonderful smiles.

Hello 😀 This is the Shosenkyo Gorge Tourism Association. The rainy season has finally ended and summer vacation is here — the sightseeing season has arrived! Come and visit Shosenkyo Gorge 😆 The first photo shows the familiar Kakuempou, the main peak of Shosenkyo Gorge, rising about 180 meters. See the majestic rock mountain with your own eyes. The second photo shows Senga Falls. This roughly 30-meter waterfall chills only the area around it, offering a refreshing coolness. The third photo shows the fissure in the earth directly behind Senga Falls. Don’t miss the spectacular sight of the towering split rock. We look forward to your visit 🙂

At my grandmother's house, a grape farmer, we receive 🤩 many fruit hems every year This time it was a big one 🍑 that I got from a relative! That's one for one! Grandma always many delicious food when I go to visit Restrooms available 🫶 Good luck with your grapes this year! I'm going to help out at Obon in August. 🍇

Hello, this is En'emon Folklore Museum. From Nagatoro Bridge at the entrance to Shosenkyo Gorge, the rainy-season scenery shows trees washed by the rain growing even greener and the air feeling refreshingly clean. As you stroll, enjoy the delicious air and the abundance of negative ions 😊 In front of the shop, a slightly late but now peak-blooming display of hydrangeas floats in a water basin to welcome everyone. En'emon Folklore Museum has just received amethyst pieces that highlight the natural beauty of their forms. We also offer many other products for you to enjoy, so please stop by.

On the 27th of January, we will Held in the 4th food festival Uenohara Cafe "Food, Agriculture and Wine" at the south exit of Uenohara Station and Furatto Uenohara. You can get a plate with plenty of summer vegetables from Uenohara for a limited number of 30 people. Please apply as soon as possible.

Hello, this is the Shosenkyo Tourism Association 😊 On cloudy days, Kakuempō at Senga Falls looks as if the clouds have descended within arm’s reach, giving it a uniquely charming atmosphere. The dull weather has continued, but all the staff at the tourism association are full of energy 💪 When you visit Shosenkyo, please be sure to stop by the various shops and enjoy a wonderful time 🙂

Hello, this is Waraji, a local Koshu cuisine restaurant. Even though the rainy season hasn’t officially ended, hot days keep coming one after another. Since more rainy days are expected, please watch your step when visiting Shosenkyo Gorge. Our original Waraji summer-only menu item, Three-Color Somen, has started again this year! The plum, egg, and matcha flavors whet the appetite, and the firm texture and smooth, slippery finish of the noodles are superb. The crispy tempura and the light, juicy char grilled iwana (Japanese char) that come with the somen are Waraji’s recommended specialties. Please enjoy the Three-Color Somen, which you can eat in a single, refreshing slurp.

【All you can eat peaches】 EN Minami-Alps City Roadside Station Shirane Agricultural Products Market The Popular Events "Peach All you can eat!" that is Held in at "Roadside Station Shirane Agricultural Products Market" every year. Fresh peaches unique to the production area are All you can eat for 30 minutes. Please enjoy the deliciousness of the season with a full stomach.

We will ☺️ sell "Yuzu Squash" at the Ishii Festival. Saturday, July 13, from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. Roadside Station Fujikawa Lawn square For 500 yen per cup, I used yuzu from the Komuro area We sell yuzu squash. An exhilarating squash with beautiful colors Please drink it by all means.

Hello, this is Crystal Sound. The rainy season brings damp, oppressive days. How are you spending your time? Shosenkyo Gorge is full of nature and is especially famous as a power spot. Why not soak up lots of energy and recharge for summer? The birthstone for July is the ruby. Alongside diamonds, sapphires, and emeralds, the ruby—beautiful and glowing red—has been loved by people since ancient times. At Crystal Sound, we also exhibit amethyst, prized for its noble purple, and gemstones from around the world. Why not visit Shosenkyo Gorge to meet many beautiful stones? All our staff look forward to welcoming you from the bottom of our hearts.

There are 287 stone steps leading to the main hall of Minobu-san Kuon-ji Temple, the head shrine of Nichiren Buddhism. It is said that if you climb to the top, you will reach nirvana...

Hello, this is Jewelry Town. This year has seen many days hotter than 30 degrees. Amid that heat, the hottest power stone right now is rutile quartz! Rutile quartz is the ultimate power stone for boosting wealth and financial luck. Try wearing it You might feel the difference Rutile quartz is thoroughly cleansed in top-grade crystal clusters, so you can wear it with confidence. After a walk outdoors, the shop is cool and comfortable inside, so please come and visit us😄

[Kitadake Information] 2024.6.23 2024 Reiwa 6 Kitadake Information on June 23rd. The mountaineering season has finally arrived! Enjoy a memorable climb by preparing in advance and planning your climb with plenty of time to spare.

Hello! This is the Uenohara City Tourism Association. Uenohara City, Yamanashi Prefecture, Uenohara City is a city with a population of about 22,000 located in the easternmost part of Yamanashi Prefecture. It is about 1 hour easily accessible from Shinjuku, Tokyo by Use the JR Chuo Line and Chuo Expressway, so it is an ideal area for Day Trip from Tokyo Central Tokyo. In this COOL JAPAN VIDEOS First Post, we will introduce some of the attractions of Uenohara City, Yamanashi Prefecture. Please enjoy it until the end. What is ==Uenohara City, Yamanashi Prefecture? == Uenohara City was established in 2005 by the merger of Uenohara Town in Kitatsuru-gun District and Akiyama Village in Minamitsuru-gun District. Surrounded by Yaeyama, Yougai Mountain, Ougiyama, Tsuboyama, Mt.Takatsuka, and Mt. Mito Spring Uenohara City offers spectacular views of nature throughout summer, autumn, and winter. One of the attractions of Uenohara City is that you can experience various outdoor activities such as mountain climbing, camping, fishing, horseback riding, sports, and hot springs. In addition, Momotaro has a strong image of Okayama, but Uenohara City, along with neighboring Otsuki City, also has the "Legend of Otsuki Uenohara Momotaro". Onigashima is Mt. Iwadono in present-day Otsuki City, and there is a legend that Momotaro followed a dog in Uenohara Town, and the place name of Dangozaka is also said to be derived from the legend of Momotaro "Dango". ==Introduction to Uenohara City, Yamanashi Prefecture Tourist Destinations== ・Guntori Shrine It is a shrine with a history of 500 years and is famous as the god of good fortune and Marriage. In addition, since there is a benefit of luck in victory, sports players such as soccer teams also Visit to Prayer in the hope of winning. ・Ichinomiya Shrine Ichinomiya Shrine is surrounded by Cedar trees that are more than 500 years old. It is a shrine with a history that is said to have been founded in 1343. ・Gongen Mountain It is a mountain with an elevation of 1312 meters and has been selected as one of the 100 famous mountains of Yamanashi Hundred Famous Mountains and the three mountains of Kitatsuru. From the top, you can overlook Mount Doshi, Mt. Fuji, Mt. Mitsutoge, and Mt. Undori. ・Mt. Mito It is a mountain with a Elevation of 1,531 meters that spans Okutama Town, Tokyo, Hinohara Village, Uenohara City, Yamanashi Prefecture, and Kosuge Village, Kitatsuru-gun, and has been selected as a Three Hundred Famous Mountains of Japan, Yamanashi Hundred Famous Mountains, and One Hundred Famous Mountains of Flowers. There are three peaks, the West Peak, the Central Peak, and the East Peak, which is the origin of the name "Mt. Mito". ・Ougiyama It is one of the "top 3 popular mountains" along the JR Chuo Main Line. There is also a mountain trail that even beginners can enjoy. ・Pilgrimage to the Holy Land in Uenohara City Uenohara City, Yamanashi Prefecture, Uenohara City, Yamanashi Prefecture was used in the filming of Juzo Juzo's 1984 film "Funeral," while the city's Former Shimada Junior High School was used in the filming of the short drama "My Beautiful Man," which aired in 2023, and a commercial for a famous fast-food restaurant. These filming locations have become popular Spots for fans as a pilgrimage to the Holy Land. ==Uenohara City, Yamanashi Prefecture Specialty Products== Uenohara City is famous for its Specialty Products such as Cereals and Sake Manju. In particular, locally Cultivated millet is known for its high nutritional value and good flavor, and is supported by health-conscious people. Sake Manju is also characterized by its unique sweetness and moist texture, which is appreciated by Visitors. ==Introduction of festivals and events in Uenohara City, Yamanashi Prefecture, Uenohara City Prefecture== ・Tsukimigaike Benzaiten Festival It is a festival of Benten-sama enshrined in Tsukimigaike every year in July. Visit the Lantern floating and Noryo Fireworks Display held from dusk are visited by many spectators. ・Ushikura Shrine Annual Grand Festival It is a festival held every year in September to give thanks to the gods of agriculture. Mikoshi portable shrines and festival floats procession through the city, making it lively. ・Koshu Meat and Wine Festival Stalls of more than 50 stores and more than 200 brands of wine can be enjoyed at Special venues around JR Uenohara Station for the second time in 2024. It is a popular event that is visit by many people from Central Tokyo. ==Introduction to Uenohara City, Yamanashi Prefecture== There are many historic shrines in Uenohara City, and there are many Spots where you can feel the history, such as the giant Japanese Judas tree at Guntori Shrine and the giant cedar tree at Ichinomiya Shrine. It is also recommended to visit these spots and think about history. Uenohara City, Yamanashi Prefecture, Uenohara City, Yamanashi Prefecture is a town with a rich Rich in nature environment and a deep history. We will introduce recommended Spots that will remain in everyone's memory, so thank you.

Hello 😃 This is Yamanashi Wine Kingdom main building. The days have been humid and hot this season. How are you doing? If you started a new life in April, you might be feeling worn out by now. When that happens, why not take a walk in Shosenkyo Gorge, breathe the fresh air, and enjoy the negative ions from Senga Falls to refresh yourself? Looking at crystals and gemstones can also be very soothing!

[Hydrangea is in full bloom! ] Roadside Station Shirane The hydrangeas at the Roadside Station Shirane Information Center are in full bloom and in Best time to visit. Subtle shades from blue to purple bring color to the Ume Plum Period.

Nice to meet Mr./Ms. everyone! This is the Fujikawa Development Corporation. Fujikawa Town, Yamanashi Prefecture is a town of about 14,000 people located in Minamikoma-gun, Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan. Located in the southwestern part of the Kofu Basin, it is a Rich in nature area where one of the Two Hundred Famous Mountains of Japan Mt. Kushigatayama on the west side and the Fuji River, one of the three major rapids Japan, stream on the east side. Fujikawa Town flourished as a post town for Fuji River boat transportation during the Edo period, and many travelers visited this area. In addition, many old shrines and temples Restrooms available in the Fujikawa Town, and Kongozan Myouji Temple is designated as a National Important Cultural Property. These historic buildings convey the long history and culture of Fujikawa Town to the present day. ==Introduction to Sightseeing spots in Fujikawa Town, Yamanashi Prefecture== ・Oboshi Park It is a famous place for cherry blossoms that has been selected as a "Japan 100 best cherry blossom viewing spots". 2,000 cherry trees bloom in Springs. Oyanagawa Valleys Promenade You can enjoy the beautiful nature of the four seasons, such as fresh greenery and autumn leaves. ・Himuro Shrine Elevation is a shrine located in 1000 meters, and you have to climb 575 long stairs to Prayer to the main hall. ・Mt.Hoda Nanmyoji Temple It is a historic temple built in 1480. ・Myohoji Temple It is also known as "Hydrangea Temple" or "Haiku Temple", and from the end of June to the beginning of July, 20,000 hydrangeas bloom all over the Precincts. ==Specialty products of Fujikawa Town, Yamanashi Prefecture== Fujikawa Town's Specialty Products include yuzu and La France, Restrooms available. These Specialty Products are nurtured by the rich nature of Fujikawa Town, and you can enjoy their Fresh taste. Roadside Station Fujikawa is lined with these fresh agricultural products and specialty products, so it is also recommended as a souvenir. ==Recommendations for Fujikawa Town, Yamanashi == The Linear Central Shinkansen Line tunnel Penetration memorial "Penetration stone" in the thank-you gift of the Fujikawa Town Furusato Nozei has become a popular item. Fujikawa Town is a Town where people who visit it can truly enjoy peace and Impression thanks to its beautiful nature, rich history, and delicious Specialty Products. Enjoy a journey of nature, history, and gastronomy in Fujikawa Town, Yamanashi Prefecture. Fun will be sending out Recommendations for Fujikawa Town at COOL JAPAN VIDEOS!

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‼️

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.

Hello 😃 This is Yamanashi Wine Kingdom Senga Falls Store! June has arrived and the weather is humid, but Shosenkyo Gorge is full of fresh green leaves and a refreshing breeze blows through the area 🍃 Near the falls you can feel the spray and find a cool spot. You can also see the rare view directly above the falls from the wooden deck 👀 Please be sure to take a look! A new wine has arrived at Yamanashi Wine Kingdom next to that wooden deck ☀️ This unusual Yamanashi wine is made from Chardonnay and Syrah. It’s a crisp, dry wine recommended for hot summers, so please give it a try. When you visit Shosenkyo, please stop by ☺️

Koshu Katsuragawa sweetfish stewed with honeydew and confit. The Katsura River starts at At the foot of Mt. and stream the county area of Yamanashi Prefecture. In particular, the Katsura River, which stream through Uenohara City, is an important Tourist Resources that can be proud of both inside and outside the city, stream the sight of the spectacular scenery that you see is magnificent. In addition, since the Edo period, sweetfish from the Katsura River has gained popularity among people traveling along the Koshu-kaido as a Specialties of Uenohara. This sweetfish, which was once lost due to the construction of the Sagami Dam, has been revived in modern times thanks to the hard work of the Local Katsura River Fisheries Cooperative. Even now, many anglers visit the Katsura River during the season, bringing liveliness to the city. Using the wonderful scenery of the Katsura River and Uenohara's Specialties of Sweetfish as an opportunity, we would like to deliver the charm of the city to even more people. I want to liven up the community. Specialty products have been developed from such thoughts.

Hello 😃 This is Ryusuido at Shosenkyo Crystal Valley. The greenery 🌿 has deepened and grown more vivid, making this a perfect season for a walk. The rainy season ☔️ is coming, but on rainy days the gorge looks like an ink painting—mysterious and enchanting—and offers a different side of Shosenkyo to enjoy‼️ Ryusuido reopened after renovations on May 1. Reborn with the concept of “healing,” the space has been refreshed! We hope good fortune ✨ visits everyone who comes. Inside the shop, the symbols of ascending and descending dragons create a soothing atmosphere where you can hear the sound of Senga Falls and feel the warmth of natural wood☺️ There are many spots above the falls where you can forget your daily life and simply enjoy yourself, so please come visit Shosenkyo‼️ We look forward to the day we can see your wonderful smiles.

Hayakawa Tourism Association 【The 7th Specified Alien Species Monarch Extermination Activity】Call for Participants! This year marks the 7th anniversary of the extermination activities that began in 2018. The number of monarchs seen in the In the town has decreased, but it has not yet been eradicated. Implementation activities will be carried out again this year on Friday, June 14. Implementation of this year's seminar on the impact of alien species and control activities. [Schedule] 2024 Reiwa 6 Friday, June 14 Meeting: Narada District Community Center ◎ 9 a.m.: Workshop Place.Narada District Community Center ◎ 10 o'clock: Extermination starts Location: Lake Narada / Hayakawa Village * Dismissal around 12 o'clock Therefore, we are looking for people who can participate in the workshop / extermination activities! Traditional Japanese straw raincoat is also possible. If you can participate, until 6/10 Monday, the Hayakawa Tourism Association Secretariat Phone: 0556-48-8633 We look forward to your participation. 1st photo: 140 combustible garbage bags → the 1st Narada Lakeside Extermination in 2018 2nd photo: 23 combustible garbage bags → the 6th Narada Lakeside / Hayakawa village extermination in 2023

Hello, this is the Tsuru City Tourism Association in Yamanashi Prefecture. First of all, I would like to introduce Tsuru City. It is the state of the largest festivals in Tsuru City, the "Hometown Era Festival". The daimyo procession consisted of a total of more than 100 people. A prince on horseback, a samurai with a dignified appearance, A red bear shows the virtuosity of throwing a spear, and a princess dressed in a beautiful costume and her waist. You can experience a page of history. In addition, the sight of the four food stalls festival floats in the city going around the town while playing the festival is gorgeous. There is also a video, so please take a look at that as well. Please search for "Tsuru City Tourism Association Hometown Era Festival" on YouTube.