🌊 Welcome to the ✨ mysterious and beautiful world of the sea I went again this year! Annual event 3 days 2 nights tour🐋 of Okinawa Impression diving, and dreamy whale watching... It was a special experience that stayed with me all the time. The dance of the dogfish and damselfish flocking in the coral forest was a masterpiece, and it was truly indescribably beautiful. What is the appeal of whale watching? Speaking of winter in Okinawa, whale watching is not to be missed. Humpback whales appear in the waters around Okinawa for breeding in winter, and you can see their Powerful presence right in front of you. By combining whale watching after diving, you can enjoy the waters of Okinawa even deeper. 🐳 Whale Trivia The humpback whale is a large whale that can reach up to 15 meters and weigh up to 30 tons. Their graceful swimming and dynamic jumps (yellowtail ching) are spectacular. Humpback whales are also famous as "singing whales", where male whales sing beautifully to communicate with their mates. 🪸 Beautiful sea with coral forests The sea in Okinawa is also known as the "Coral Forest" where colorful corals spread all over. Corals are an important part of the marine ecosystem, and the colorful fish that live there are truly fantastic. For divers, it is truly a Impression moment to experience such a rich world of the sea up close. Thank you to everyone who participated for a wonderful three days! 😃 Dive, drink, eat... It was a great memory! smile 📅 Next held in: Early March 2026 If you couldn't make it this year, be sure to do it next time! 💪 Experience this unforgettable impression together! Thoughts 🌈 of Hokule'a Shonan At Hokule'a Shonan, we believe that diving is not just an adventure, but a journey to explore the unknown and discover a new side of ourselves. You may be able to meet a new self by encountering Okinawa's rich sea creatures and entrusting yourself to the quiet and serene blue world. "Let's embark on a journey into a world we have not yet seen." We hope you will join us on this tour. 🌊

The weather continues to be fine every day. Gari is getting warmer and warmer, and the snow that had been accumulating continues to ☃️ melt little by little However, in the evening, the temperature drops sharply, Gari the road surface can be difficult to drive and walk on... Please be vigilant and drive and walk 🚗🚶⚠️👟 safely

This is Momo Minamoto Township! It was started by the people of the Kine district to liven up the area, and now as many as 2,000 weeping peaches are blooming. In the center, a pond and a weeping peach is projected, and those who visit it Gari a voice of admiration. The best time to visit seems to be mid-April next year. Ena City, Gifu Prefecture "Kineshi Weeping Momoen" *Last year's photo

【Shot in Fujikawa Town Komuro area】 It's getting warmer and warmer, and it's time for bud break. Celebrated. Cherry blossoms bloom in late March.

\Echizen Pottery Village Shidarezakura (weeping cherry blossoms) Festival held in! ／ Annual event, the "Shidarezakura (weeping cherry blossoms) Festival" will be Held in again this year at the Echizen Pottery Village in Echizen Town! In 2025, it will be held for two days on Saturday, April 12 and Sunday, April 13. There are many fun projects such as a craft market, stage performances, Stamp Rally, and a large lottery! There is also a night cherry blossom road with cherry blossoms Light up at night~! Full of excitement, let's go to the pottery Village in Spring! ◎The 13th Echizen Pottery Village Shidarezakura (weeping cherry blossoms) Festival https://www.town-echizen.jp/event/detail.php?id=518... https://www.town-echizen.jp/event/detail.php?id=518...

A coal mine train runs at Manda Pit! The coal mines Train coal mines Train exhibited at the "coal preparation plant" in the Manda Pit will run! Of the two cars on display, No. 12 will be running. Coal mining trains transported coal mined at the Manda Pit on the Miike Coal Mine Railway for export from Miike Port. Please take a look at the coal mine Trains running comfortably. Drive Time Schedule 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month １０：３０～ １１：３０～ １２：３０～ １３：３０～ １４：３０～ １５：３０～ Manda Pit 864-0001 Kumamoto Prefecture Arao City Hara Manda 200-2 ◆Regular holiday: Monday (the next day if it is a holiday), New Year's holidays ◆ Use Fee Adult 410 yen, high school students 310 yen, elementary and junior high school students 210 yen, infants free * Group Fee available (20 people or more) ◆Use time 9:30~17:00 (Last entry 16:30) ◆Phone 0968-57-9155

On February 22 (Sat) and 23 (Sun), 2025, the 10th "Nobeoka Flower Story 2025 Konohana Walk" was held in on the Gokase River riverbed! Although the flowering of the cherry blossoms was delayed due to the effects of the nationwide cold wave, it was very crowded with various projects such as Nobeoka's proud Gourmet, stage Events, field points, human-powered Car, Workshop, Experience Corner by the Self-Defense Forces and the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, and a children's Events. In addition, the "Nishi Township Don Bus Tour" by Takao Nishi Township, the great-grandson of "Nishi Township Don", was also held, and it was a great success. There is a very much ✨️ to everyone who came to the booth * Scenes on the day of the Events can be seen on the "Nobeoka Hanamonogatari Official Website". Nobeoka Flower Story 2025 will continue in the future, and we will Held in "Wai Wai Flower Expo" from March 20 (Thursday) to April 6 (Sunday) at Nobeoka Castle Site Shiroyama Park, and "Wai Wai Gourmet Expo" on March 22 (Saturday). Here you can 🌺 see Someiyoshino and Camellia japonica counties, one of Japan's three major districts Please check the flowering status on the official website of Nobeoka Flower Story and the story of this Account! We look ☺️ forward to seeing you there

Meet the blue world and coral paradise 🌊🐠 on the Okinawa main island tour The sea on the main island of Okinawa is as beautiful as if you were lost in another world. Hokule'a Shonan Held in a tour of the main island of Okinawa where you can fully enjoy this charm. In this article, we will introduce you to plenty of fantastic sights that you can encounter during the tour. 【Impression experience 💙 surrounded by the world of blue】 When you dive into the waters of Okinawa, you will see a world of crystal clear blue in front of you. The color of the sea is deep and clear, and you feel as if you are being sucked in. The sunlight shining into the water beautifully highlights the silhouettes of corals and fish, and you will lose track of time. Especially from winter to Spring, the sea in Okinawa is even more transparent, and you can clearly see the details of fish and coral in the distance. During the tour, experienced instructors will provide solid support so that even beginners can enjoy this mysterious sight with peace of mind. 🤿 [A coral paradise 🌿🪸 woven with pale greenery] Okinawa's coral reefs are impressive with their gentle greenish hue. The sight of coral spreading out like a flower garden is truly a paradise under the sea. If you look closely, you can see colorful small fish swimming around energetically in the coral gaps, like a scene from an Anime. 🐟🐡 Coral reefs are an important part of Okinawa's rich ecosystem. In order to protect this beautiful coral reef, Hokule'a Shonan dives while conveying the importance of environmental protection. Participants are also encouraged to be aware of environmentally friendly behaviors. 🌍 【Encounters 🐠🐟 with a variety of fish】 In the waters of the main island of Okinawa, you can encounter a variety of fish, such as colorful tropical fish, schools of blue-purple fish, and small and cute yellow fish. In particular, the fish swim densely near the coral reef, making it a perfect scene that makes you want to take pictures. 📸 On the tour, you can enjoy each of them, admiring schools of fish swimming leisurely and looking for rare creatures hidden behind the rocks. The instructor will also introduce the names and ecology of the fish, so one of the attractions is not only to see them, but also to have a learning experience. 📝 [How to 🧳✈️ participate in the Okinawa main island tour] Hokule'a Shonan's tour of the main island of Okinawa can be enjoyed by everyone, from beginners to experienced people. We propose a plan tailored to the skills and wishes of the participants, so that they can safely experience the beautiful world of the sea. Details and dates of the tour are available on the official website and social media, so be sure to check them out. 👀 Why don't you create your own special memories in the sea of Okinawa? ✨ [The possibilities are endless! ] 🌟】 Hokule'a Shonan supports the first step into the unknown. In the sparkling blue waters of Okinawa, let's embark on a journey to free your mind and find a new you. 🌊💫

The Kawazu cherry blossoms in Kawazu Town were 🌸 in full bloom This is a row of Kawazu cherry blossoms that are in Best time to visit in Kawazu Town, Shizuoka Prefecture. Please 😊 visit to see the 4km long Kawazu cherry blossoms

Original scenery of Japan Aso's crossing along the Okuaizu-Tadami River River fog streams thinly on the surface of the river, and mountains approach the village behind the rice fields, and fog rises Japan's Farming villages continue to protect small rice paddies inherited from their ancestors How many more years can we see?

Exploring Japan goes beyond just stunning landscapes; it’s a journey steeped in rich traditions. Experiencing traditional Japanese style tea ceremony and making Wagashi with friends in Kimono or Yukata is just a wonderful experience which I will remember my whole life. This is the other side of cool Japan beyond the Natural beauty and mouth watering food. We enjoyed it in Asakusa area of Tokyo.

What's going on in the bathroom in the coal mine? Miike Coal Mine Manda Pit has a "safety light room and bathroom" There are, which will be newly opened to the public from FY2024. This bathroom is a facility that was used from around 1951 (Showa 26), 74 years ago, when coal mining at Manda Pit was discontinued, to 1997 (Heisei 9)). Since it is a bathroom for a small number of miners engaged in maintenance in the underground mine, it is different from the large bathroom in the peak season of the Manda Pit. Although the scale is different, the purpose is the same: to remove dirt from underground operations. The pitch-black charcoal attached to the work is difficult to wash off, so in addition to the washing area, The bathtub was divided into the "No. 1 hot water" and the "uphill hot spring (kakeke-yu)" that you can enter after cleaning the dirt. (Manda Pit peak season, about 3,500 miners Use about 3,500 miners, and the Manda Pit guide There are a detailed guide, so please Use the guide. ） The Miike Coal Mine has a lot of underground Water, and it and necessary to constantly drain Water. I think that if there is so much Water, it would be good for the Water to put it in the bathtub, but the Water to be Use in the bath was Water Water. The reason was that the water pumped from underground was mixed with fine pieces of coal and there was a risk of injury, so it was not used at the Manda Pit. Until 1953 (1957 (Showa 32)), Gunkanjima carried Water from outside the island by supply ships until the opening of the undersea Water road. At that time, sea water was boiled, and fresh water was used for the last "uphill water". In the drama "Diamonds Sleeping in the Sea" broadcast in 2024, we and a scene where a miner who has finished working in an underground mine Use the bathroom, so please pay attention to it.

Tsukigase Bumekei Ume Plum Festival is being held in! Ends: 3/23! Plum blossoms are beautiful ♪ in buds and sets Best time to visit from today until the last day! We look forward to seeing you many!

It's still cold, but Spring is definitely approaching! Early blooming cherry blossoms in various places are in full bloom~ https://www.kanagawa-kankou.or.jp/theme_list/hayazaki_cherry_blossom...

Kiyosato, Uryu Falls Located in the Kawamata River Valleys at the foothills of Mt. Yatsugatake, Water is a mysterious waterfall where water streams down like silk threads from between the rocks. Fresh greenery in Spring and Autumn leaves in autumn are also beautiful, and the feeling of coolness in summer is also exceptional.

Kiyosato, Uryu Falls Located in the Kawamata River Valleys at the foothills of Mt. Yatsugatake, Water is a mysterious waterfall where water streams down like silk threads from between the rocks. Fresh greenery in Spring and Autumn leaves in autumn are also beautiful, and the feeling of coolness in summer is exceptional.

Daylily of Kirigamine In July, daylily is in full bloom on the Kirigamine Highlands along the Venus Line. The photo was taken of the daylily communities of Kirigamine Fujimidai. During the flower season, the Venus Line is congested.

Daylily of Kirigamine In July, daylily blossoms in the Kirigamine Highlands along the Venus Line. The photo was taken of the daylily communities of Kirigamine Fujimidai. During the flower season, the Venus Line is congested.

Oga Hasu When botanist Dr. Ichiro Ohga sowed the seeds of a lotus found in a stratum 2,000 years ago, they succeeded in germinating and flowering, and the divided Oga lotus blooms in the lotus pond of Anayama Flower Valley in Nirasaki City, Yamanashi Prefecture. Flowering is in July.

Mt. Meshimori's Daylily Mt. Meshimori, located on the Nobeyama Highlands at the foothills of Mt. Yatsugatake, has an elevation of 1643 m and the elevation of Shishiiwa at the trailhead is 1457 m, making it a mountain suitable for Hiking that even children can climb. The Mt. Meshimori is located on the Water ridge of the Sea of Japan and the Pacific Ocean, and if the weather is good, you can enjoy the view of Mount Fuji, Southern Alps, Yatsugatake, and Mt. Asama. Mt. Meshimori, the daylily are in full bloom in July. It is a superb view point that you should definitely visit.

Rest Yuzu and Mount Fuji Photographed in 🥰 the Komuro area of Fujikawa Town There were still yuzu left on the tree.

[Forest Hall Last Events "Thank you, and keep up the good work."] 】 The Popular café "Mori no Hall", which has many fans not only from outside the In the town but also from all over the country, will come to an end on March 30, 2025. Held in a two-day Events with shops and artists who have been involved in the past gathering to liven up the final! ✴✴︎ ︎Orchard Glass Venue︎ ✴✴︎ A certain day (café), Masao Takahata (miscellaneous goods), Chihiro Nishi (miscellaneous goods), Ai Kawai (Workshop "Let's draw forest animals with chalk art!" and miscellaneous goods) Workshops are 1,500 yen per session (time required: about 30 minutes) and are accepted at the venue at any time. ✴✴︎ ︎Forest Hall Venue︎ ✴✴︎ Mori no Hakari (café and cakes), gusco (baked goods), Shosha General Store (miscellaneous goods), Kurimichi (bread and baked goods), Yorogyu Yamamoto Farm (milk and baked goods), TEGAMISHA CAFE & BREWERY (desserts and craft beer) Let's have fun together! We look 🧸🍰🍬 forward to seeing you Forest Hall Last Events "Thank you, and keep up the good work." Saturday, March 22, 2025, 10:00-17:00, Sunday, March 23, 2025, 10:00-16:00 Venue: Forest Hall, Orchard Grass (Kawayu Onsen, Hokkaido), JR Kawayu Onsen Station Area Address: 2-1-2 Kawayu Ekimae, Teshikaga-cho, Kawakami-gun, Hokkaido Phone: 015-483-2906 (Forest Hall) *Vacation in March is 4th, 5th, 10th, 11th, 12th, 17th, 18th, 19th, 24th, 25th, 26th. Please note that the schedule is different from usual. Illustrated by Masao Takahata

The number of attractions is the highest in No.1 in Japan With a site area of 550,000 square meters, Greenland is one of the largest amusement parks in western Japan In addition to roller coasters and thrilling machines, there are more than 70 models of various attractions such as shooting games and haunted houses! Don't miss the Limited Time Events, Fireworks Festival, and popular character shows! Two new attractions have opened ✨ in Greenland Spring 2025 Enjoy it in Greenland, where you can enjoy it all day long. Greenland 〒864-0011 Midorigaoka, Arao City, Kumamoto Prefecture TEL:0968-66-1112

HANABI Festival in Greenland!! \Heldin HANABI Festival again this Spring/ Enjoy ✨ the fireworks that light up the Spring night sky Of course, the attraction is in full operation until 8 p.m.! * When fireworks are launched, some areas are off-limits. * Admission is free (admission fee is required separately) Held in ◆ Saturday, March 29 * In case of stormy weather, it will be postponed to Sunday, March 30. Time◆ 19:30 ~ Launch start Business hours◆9:30~20:00 Recommended viewing place◆ Ikemae Square For guests coming by Car If you come by Car, please refrain from parking Car on the street or parking Car in the surrounding facilities without permission. Greenland 〒864-0011 Midorigaoka, Arao City, Kumamoto Prefecture TEL:0968-66-1112

The 14th Teshikaga Photo Contest Winning Entries 5/5] This is the 14th Teshikaga Photo Contest. In recent years, digital data and social media have become the mainstream, and the "Teshikaga Photo Contest" is held in a classic format in which printed works are selected. In addition, Mr. Takeshi Water, a resident of Teshikaga Town, who is known as an international mountain photographer, will be selected as a special judge. The 14th contest was held from November 1 to December 25, 2024, divided into four categories: "Starry Sky," "Sea of Clouds," "Activities (Experience)," and "Freedom," and 20 entries were awarded out of 154 entries! This time, we will introduce the five special awards and the special awards of the executive committee members. With this, all the winning works of the 14th Teshikaga Photo Contest have been opened to the public. Thank you to everyone who participated in the contest! And congratulations to all the winners 🎊 ✴︎Special Prize︎ ✴ "Fog Wataru" Shizuo Village "Bridge of Hope for the Future" Marney Urata "Cold Ice Opening" Tazawa Rice "Lake Mashu on a Moonlit Night" Noriyuki Hatabata "Reunion" Yui Village Amy ✴︎Executive Committee Special Award︎ ✴ "The Call Within the Silence" by Go Kang-ik

【Connecting Ogida in Ubuyama Village】 The Fan Terraced Rice Fields in Ubuyama Village, Aso District, Kumamoto Prefecture, are made by clearing eroded land in the mountains and are created in a contour shape by taking advantage of the fan-shaped terrain. The Water for the Paddy Field is directly derived from the Famous water Yamabuki Water source 1,300 Meter upstream, Water Clear streams that can also be Use as a beverage Water. Although there are difficulties in maintenance and management due to water water leaks, disasters, etc., since most of them are earthen water channels, we Cultivation Rice with a unique taste due to high-quality red clay born from nature and weather with temperature differences. It has been selected as one of the 100 best rice terraces in Japan and one of the 100 best Rice growers. Interested parties who are interested in growing delicious Rice in Ubuyama Village, why don't you experience it with the farmers who manage Ogida throughout the year? Rice can be purchased after harvest. Let's make the Rice we eat every day with our activities to pass on beautiful Nature to future generations! You can experience everything from rice planting to rice harvesting, which is planned later. Information will be provided as needed. 2025-04-12 (Sat) Meet at 8:45 and start at 9:00 Meeting point: Yamabuki Water source We clean the water channel from the Yamabuki Water source that streams into Ogita. Please come in clothes that allow you to work. * Lunch box fee and leisure insurance fee are included in the participation fee. What to prepare: Work gloves, hat, drink, garbage bag, boots Participation fee: 2000 yen ■Click here to apply 〒869-2703 468-4 Yamaga, Ubuyama Village, Aso District, Kumamoto Prefecture 0967-25-2200 *The deadline is Monday, March 31st. How to get to the Ogi rice terraces From the direction of Kumamoto by Car, turn left at the traffic light at the end of "Roadside Station Kaguraen" (Hano, Aso City) along National Route 57, enter the Prefectural Road Minamioguni ~ Hano Line (Prefectural Road 40), and proceed 4.0 Kilometers to the T-junction. Turn right there and proceed for about 1.0 Kilometers, you will and the station on your left, cross the "Hirose Bridge" (Tamarai River) ahead, turn right immediately and you will There are Ubuyama Town hall on your right. There are about 1.0 Kilometers past the tunnel at the top of the road on the left side of the three-way road in front of the Town hall, and there is an intersection with the Village Road Ubuyama ~ Tajiri Line. Turn left there and proceed for about 2.0 Kilometers and you will There are "Otomiya" and "Yamabuki Water source" signs. Turn right there and proceed for about 1.0 minutes to Otomiya Village and Otomiya Shrine, and after about 2.0 Kilometers, turn right and go about 1.0 Kilometers to There are Ogi Rice Terraces. #Kumamoto #Rice Terraces #Ubuyama #Rice planting experience #Rice harvesting experience #Rice making #Aso District #Fan Terraced Rice Fields #Water cleaning work

Dawn at Agebonoyama Agricultural Park Agebonoyama Agricultural Park is It is also one of Famous landmarks of flowers, but it It is also one of a beautiful park at dawn. The wind Car was reflected in the Water mirror to reflect the sunrise sky.

Tateishi of Akitani The standing stones of Akitani seen from Tateishi Park in Yokosuka on the Saikai coast of the Miura Peninsula, and a huge rock 12 m high stands upright on the Coast. It is also one of a scenic spot for sunsets. When it is clear, you can see Mount Fuji in the distance.

Atami Station 100th Anniversary Towel on sale! There is a vending machine next to the ticket gate at Atami Station.

Just when you thought it was going to be warm in March, it snowed again... 🗻❄️ In Yamanouchi Town, it happens every year, so the monkeys are not 😌 surprised On such days, the best thing to do is ♨️🐒 to take a dip in the Hot Spring Oyster snow and be careful of accidents while driving.