[Celebration of the registration of "Gokase no Araodori" as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage] Today, Sunday, December 1st, a celebration was Held in 👏✨ at the Araodori Museum in the Sakamoto district to commemorate the registration of "Gokase no Araodori" as a "UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage" in February of 2021 (Reiwa 3) When 2021 (Reiwa 3) was registered, it was difficult to hold a celebration There is a Coronavirus pandemic, so today's celebration 🥹 was finally realized After the opening, the ceremony proceeded without a hitch, with greetings from the Araodori Preservation Society and congratulatory speeches from guests. The opening of the mirror was 🍶🔨 carried out by the sound of Drums and bells of the Arashi dance, and the very impressive gunfire of the arquebus After that, a toast was made with a toast by Mr. Fujimoto, the dancer, and the feast began 👏 Not only the members of the Araodori Preservation Society, but also the dancers and their families... I think 😌 it was a wonderful meeting where everyone talked about their various thoughts on Araodori In the middle of the banquet, an interview was conducted by the emcee, and everyone was ashamed to talk 🤭✨ about their passion for Araodori Sake and conversation were satisfied, and at the end, the three chants were 🙌🙌🙌 sung In Miyazaki, where many traditional performing arts such as Kagura remain, I feel 😳 that it was truly a great thing that Gokase no Araodori was registered as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage In the future, I would like to ✨ continue to cherish the traditional performing arts that are protected and connected in each district

Today, I attended the Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine Monthly Festival. It is a Shichi-Go-San shooting spot. Today, we and the water of Precincts and the festival of Shimahime Shrine. It is a shrine related to water. If I have time, I will attend.

⛩ Gion Shrine Shinji Festival, Kagura Dance 👹 11/23 was the Shinji Festival and Kagura Dance at ⛩ Gion Shrine in the Kuraoka area First, a Shinto ritual was performed, and then Kagura was dedication 👹 at the Kagura Hall Today, we had 😮 visitors from overseas and people from Tokyo The Ginkgo of Gion Shrine was colored and a yellow carpet was 😆✨ made Gokase Towns is getting colder and colder, and it looks like ⛄ we are finally entering winter

Ikuta Shrine. I found autumn.

Autumn leaves frame The thirteen-storied pagoda is surrounded by maples. Anyway, it's beautiful, so it's definitely a Spot you want to visit in autumn. Sakurai City, Nara Prefecture "Tanzan Shrine" 2024/11/28

Prayer at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine before work. A pigeon was eating rice on top of Isehikari. 🕊️🌾

Photographed 11/23/24. Yesterday, I attended the Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine Shinji Festival. It is a Shichi-Go-San shooting spot.

[Events, 11/9 (Sat) Salt Road Walk Report! ] 】 This is a report on the Autumn Salt Road Walk, where you can walk and feel the history! The start is in the shrine area, Nishina Shinmei-gu Shrine. The morning was shrouded in fog, but the sky changed to cloudless and sunny in the middle of the day, and I was able to walk while looking up at the snow-capped Northern Alps. Thank you to 😍 everyone who participated Here's a quick introduction. Held in at the same time next year, so if you are interested, we would appreciate it if you could check our website in the fall. Omachi Tourism Association

【Inagako Autumn leaves】 R6.11.14 Autumn leaves are getting warmer than last week. Lake Inagako, the ginkgo at Suwa Shrine, and the ginkgo at Kushigata General Park are in Best time to visit! Enjoy the warm color gradients.

The reason why foreigners are interested in the Japanese language is "The beauty of the Japanese language. I often hear that the reason why foreigners are interested in the Japanese language is "the beauty of the Japanese language. Using the calligraphy skills learned through the calligraphy experience, students write their favorite kanji characters on fans and hanging scrolls of their choice. The master calligrapher will then take the kanji back to your bag with his expert brush strokes. Since each kanji character has multiple meanings, it is important to know what other meanings they have. Knowing the meaning will make the bag shine.

Photographed 11/6/24. It is a one-year cheap sea bream lottery of Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine.

Today, I attended the Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine Monthly Festival. It is a sea bream lottery.

Aerial view of Seihoji Temple (2023/12) It is a very nice temple with a walking garden Gari under the covered tree and an upside-down maple in the pond there. Please go there this fall. Fujiwara Towns, Inabe City, Mie Prefecture "Seihoji Temple"

Photographed 11/12/24. The front of the Kokoku-sama of the Minbu Inari Shrine in the Precincts of Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine was new.

Photographed 11/9/24. It is Hanachozu of Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Photographed on 11/11/24. It is Hanachozu of Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Photographed 11/9/24. It is Hanachozu of Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Calligraphy masters apply Japanese kanji characters to the native language names of foreign customers. Since each kanji character has its own meaning, enjoy this traditional cultural experience, including the meaning of the kanji used in your name. You can take home the engraved wooden Dojo-fuda as a souvenir to remember your visit. #calligraphy #kanji #shodo #travelmemories #culturalexperience

The sword is the soul of the samurai; it cannot be sold even if it starves to death. Bushido made the sword a symbol of his power and valor. From an early age, one is taught how to use a sword. He started with a wooden sword, and when he reached the age of 15, he was allowed to carry a serious weapon. At that time, he became aware of his self-respect and sense of responsibility for carrying a dangerous weapon in the street

Fortune tellers are also autumn colors 2024.11.08 #Dazaifu Tenmangu

Photographed 11/6/24. This is Kawagoe Kumano Shrine's autumn pilgrimage. Even from the side, it is very pretty. 🍁 The priestess takes the time and effort to make Koitemizu every time. It is said that the autumn pilgrimage is until the second half of November.

At Engaru Shrine, also known as a famous landmarks for autumn leaves, You can still see 🍁 the beautiful Autumn leaves Today, 11/7 (Thursday) is winter. With the onset of winter on the calendar, it snowed this morning even ⛄️❄️ in Far Light The cold days will continue from now on, so while preparing for snow, Please 🧣 take care of your physical condition and stay warm

This morning, I went to see Yabusame at Izumo Ihabi Shrine. It was so fast that I couldn't take a picture of the arrow. 😭

Photographed 10/19/24. It is a one-year cheap sea bream lottery of Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. It's a vermilion color for a limited time, but when mixed with red, it's hard to tell. 😅

【Daisen Autumn Leaves Season Temporary Car Station Information 2024】 *11/2 (Sat) ~ 12/1 (Sun) Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays* Daisen is expected to be very crowded during the autumn leaves season. On weekends, the Municipal No. 2 parking Car lot may be Car from early in the morning. If you come by Car, please check in advance because temporary Car parking is available only on 11/2 (Sat) ~ 12/1 (Sun) Saturday Holidays Sunday during Use season. Please allow plenty of time when you go out. Also, road congestion is expected, so please use public transportation as much as possible. Access: About 30 minutes by bus from Isehara Station North Exit No. 4 (to Daisen Cable) Get off at the last stop and walk to the cable car stop in 15 minutes It is very convenient to use the Tanzawa Daisen Free Pass issued by Odakyu. ★ For details, go to the website of the Isehara City Tourist Association

Today, I attended the Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine Monthly Festival. It is a one-year cheap sea bream lottery. It was taken on October 8th, and there were fewer yellow sea bream lottery tickets today.

Photographed 10/26/24. It is Hanachozu of Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine. Pumpkins are Halloween-like. 🎃👻👿

Hello to all COOL JAPAN VIDEOS viewers! This is the Kumamoto Prefecture Kikuchi Tourist Association! Kikuchi City, Kumamoto Prefecture is a city rich in rich in nature located in the upper reaches of the Kikuchi River, which streams through the northern part of Kumamoto Prefecture, and Unfolds with lush greenery surrounded by the clear streams of the Kikuchi River. Kikuchi City, with a population of about 45,000, fascinates many tourists in an area full of charm, such as Hot Spring, beautiful Valleys, and ancient historical Famous landmarks. Also known as a "water town", the pure spring water supports the production of many specialty products. [History of Kikuchi City, Kumamoto Prefecture] Kikuchi City, Kumamoto Prefecture has a long history, and the Kikuchi clan flourished mainly in the Kikuchi region for about 450 years during the Sengoku period (1070~1532). Japan politician "Saigo Takamori", whose Bronze statue is erected in Ueno Park from the end of the Tokugawa shogunate to the early Meiji period, is said to be a descendant of the Kikuchi clan. In its heyday, the Kikuchi clan conquered all of Kyushu and made its name known throughout the country. 【Popular Sightseeing spots in Kikuchi City, Kumamoto Prefecture】 ■Kikuchi Valleys Kikuchi Valleys is a beautiful Nature Sightseeing spot that represents Kumamoto Prefecture. You can enjoy the clear Mountain stream and the scenery of the four seasons, especially the coolness of summer and the Autumn leaves of autumn. It has been selected for numerous certifications such as Japan's Top 100 Forest Bathing Sites and Japan's 100 Remarkable Waters. It is perfect for forest bathing and hiking, and every time you visit, your heart will be soothed. ■Kikuchi Shrine Kikuchi Shrine is a shrine dedicated to the famous general Kikuchi Samurai, and you can feel the history of Kikuchi City firsthand. You can Prayer the beautiful Shrine and majestic atmosphere while feeling the weight of history. At the History Museum, you can see cultural properties such as Ancient Documents related to the Kikuchi clan. ■Kikuchi Park There is a Kikuchi Park is located on a Gently Sloping Hill and overlooks the city of Kikuchi. Known as the One of the Leading Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Kikuchi City, about 3,000 cherry blossoms bloom in Spring, and many Cherry Blossom Viewers Visit. Ryumon Dam Ryumon Dam, one of the largest dams in Kumamoto Prefecture, is a multipurpose Dam that Uses the Kikuchi River, and Lake Hanjaku, which was created by the construction of the Dam, is Maintenance as a Boating Area. The Lakeside Square is also a place where you can enjoy camping and Events. Dam Visiting the site is also held in. ■Kikuchi Hot Spring Kikuchi Hot Spring is a Hot Spring area that emerged in Showa 29 (Showa 29), and is called "Hot water for beautiful skin" and "Hot Spring for Skincare" because of its good texture to the touch. From Day-use Hot Spring to Accommodation, there are plenty of Hot Spring facilities where you can relax. Local ingredients are used and you can fully enjoy the Hot Spring. ■Mt. Kuradake Mt. Kuradake is a mountain with an Elevation of 1,118 Meters and is a popular Spot for climbing and Hiking. From the top, you can enjoy a spectacular view overlooking the Aso Mountain and the Kumamoto Plain, Unfolds especially on a clear day, you can enjoy a panoramic view that can be seen far into the distance. It is one of the One Hundred Famous Mountains of Kyushu and has been selected as a Japan's Top 100 Walking Trails. ■ Roadside Station Kyokushi Roadside Station Kyokushi is a Roadside Station located along Route 325 and is a popular Sightseeing spot where you can buy Local Fresh Agricultural Products and Processed Goods. Take-out is also available at the restaurant, which uses Kyokushi beef and locally produced vegetables. 【Specialty products gourmet in Kikuchi City, Kumamoto Prefecture】 ■Kikuchi rice Kikuchi City is also famous for producing delicious rice. Kikuchi rice, in particular, is grown in its abundant water and fertile land, and is characterized by its large grains and strong sweetness. It has a national reputation and has won the highest award in the competition, the Gold Medal, in the past. ■Kikuchi Paddy-grown Burdock Kikuchi Paddy-grown Burdock, which is popular as a specialty product of Kikuchi City, is characterized by its soft and sweet taste because it is grown in Paddy Fields. It is a specialty product that is delicious when simmered dishes or tempura, and adds an accent to dishes. 【Events and Festivals in Kikuchi City, Kumamoto Prefecture】 ■Kikuchi White Dragon Festival The "Kikuchi White Dragon Festival", which was Held in in August every year, has been changed to the October Held in due to the influence of Global Warming this year in 2024. Two White Dragons, a Young Dragon, and a Child White Dragon perform a powerful performance by a large number of Carriers. At the climax of the festivals, there is also a fireworks festival display that brightly decorates the night sky of Kikuchi City. 【Tourist Information of Kikuchi City, Kumamoto Prefecture】 Kikuchi City, Kumamoto Prefecture is an attractive area with a rich Rich in nature landscape and a deep history. There are a variety of Sightseeing spot and such as beautiful Valleys, Hot Spring, and historical shrines, and there are many ways to enjoy them throughout the four seasons, so there is something new to discover every time you visit. Transportation access is also easily accessible, about 60 minutes from Kumamoto Station and about 30 minutes from Aso Kumamoto Airport. We will Broadcasting the charming recommendations of Kikuchi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, so please follow us!

Photographed 10/26/24. It is Hanachozu of Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine. It's Halloween 🎃👻👿.

Photographed 10/14/24. This is Kawagoe Hachimangu on the day of the Annual Grand Festival.