Photographed on February 8, 25. This is Hanatetsu's Hanachozu.

Unravel Sakai 2025 — Investigating the Mysteries of Sakai An interactive event that unravels Sakai. This edition is themed "Investigating the Mysteries of Sakai" 🔍 Featuring a tour-style real mystery-solving game called "Nazotokeba Sakai", plus special guided tours and hands-on experiences you can only find here—packed with excitement! ✨ Why not join the "Expedition Team" to probe the various mysteries hidden across Sakai? 🕵️ Dates: Saturday, March 22 and Sunday, March 23 *The real mystery-solving game runs from Saturday, March 22 through Monday, October 13.* Location: Kanjō (moat) area, Sakai-ku, Sakai City For details, please check the announcements on the Sakai Tourism Guide website.

🌸 Two Great Cherry Blossom Festivals in Spring (Notice) 🌸 ⁡ Introducing 💕 the Cherry Blossom Festival Held in in Spring in Sakai City ⁡ (1) Maruoka Castle Cherry Blossom Festival Period: 2025 (Reiwa 7) March 25 (Tue) - April 18 (Fri) Location : Maruoka Castle and Kasumiga Castle Park Description: This Maruoka Castle has been selected as the 100 best cherry blossom viewing spots of the Japan, and you can 🌸 Fun projection mapping and Light up of the Maruoka Castle castle tower at night Learn more: https://kanko-sakai.com/event/3194/... ⁡ (2) Takeda no Sato Shidarezakura (weeping cherry blossoms) festival Period : April 5 (Sat) - April 18 (Fri), 2025 (Reiwa 7) Location : Takekurabe Square Description : About 800 Shidarezakura (weeping cherry blossoms) are in full bloom in the Takeda area, and you can 🌸 see the fantastic night cherry blossoms Light up from sunset Held in ❣️ a photo contest IG: @takedanosato 、@takeda_photocontest ⁡ A lot of are events that you can enjoy with family and friends at both cherry blossom festivals 🌟

Located in in Akebonobashi, Kashiwa City, Chiba Prefecture, this is a photo from the Tega Akebono Bridge (Teganuma Regulation Water Gate Management Bridge). In the evening, there is a wonderful view.

I started 🆕✨️ a Buckwheat noodles making experience at the Yamanouchi Town Planning Tourism Bureau You can experience Yamanouchi Town's traditional Soba noodles, [Sukagawa Buckwheat noodles)] while interacting with Local Soba (buckwheat noodles) masters! !️ What is Sukagawa Soba (buckwheat noodles)? It features Juwari Soba noodles that use the fibers of Oyamabokuchi leaves as a binder. Soba (buckwheat noodles) made with 100% Jiko flour has a strong waist and is good for the throat, and you can fully enjoy the flavor of Soba (buckwheat noodles). For reservations by Phone, please contact 📞 the Yamanouchi Town Planning and Tourism Bureau at least 3 days in advance. Tel. 0269-38-9191 Click here to make a reservation from the Internet ↓ https://www.kkday.com/ja/product/invalid/266894...

♨ Atagawa Yukemuri Night Market ♨ Under the glow of Taiwanese lanterns in Atagawa, why not enjoy local gourmet dishes? The venue is a 7-minute walk from Izu Kyuko Atagawa Station. For your visit to the event, please arrive by the convenient and comfortable train service. [Atagawa Yukemuri Night Market] Date: Saturday, March 1st, 5:00 PM–8:30 PM Venue: Atagawa Hana Hanapa~ku Contact: "Atagawa Lights Up Jiufen" Town Development Council (Higashiizu Chamber of Commerce and Industry) TEL: 0557-95-2167

Tomorrow! Mashu⭐︎Snowland 2025 Last year's Mashu⭐︎Snowland closed amid great success, and now it returns this winter with even more to offer. Enjoy a very long snow slide, winter barbecue in the cold, a fun lottery, and many more attractions. The timetable is now available, so gather your friends and join us! Mashu⭐︎Snowland 2025 Event Details Date and Time: Saturday, February 15, 2025, 10:00–20:00 Venue: Teshikagacho, Yunoshima Park Attractions: a very long snow slide, candy toss, Snowball Fight Japan Championship, winter barbecue, fireworks display, fun lottery * Admission is free and open to everyone. * Buy a barbecue ticket with a lottery ticket to enjoy the winter barbecue inside the venue and take part in the fun lottery! Barbecue Ticket with Lottery Ticket Advance winter barbecue ticket: 1,500 yen; same-day ticket: 2,000 yen * Both advance and same-day tickets allow participation in the fun lottery. Main ticket outlets: Shokudo to Kissa poppotei / Third place Livingbar221 Sumiya Ishihanaki Kinko / Mashu izakaya Mokkiriya Inquiries: Mashu⭐︎Snowland Executive Committee (090-5951-9471 Nishizaki) Supported by: Teshikagacho Chamber of Commerce Lake Mashu Agricultural Cooperative Association, Mashu Tourism Association (General Incorporated Association)

Special Exhibition Commemorating the Opening of Oyama-dera Temple: “Pilgrimage to Oyama and the Offering Swords” *The Oyama pilgrimage, a popular practice in the Edo period* ✨Experience Corner✨ Try on the pilgrimage garments, carry an offering sword for a photo, and take home the memory! The weight of the sword is striking and adds to the emotional impact. Up to 6 m in length✨All 15 actual offering swords once dedicated here make an impressive sight! Ukiyo-e prints that offer a glimpse of the Oyama pilgrimage are also on display✨ A must-see! Don’t miss this rare opportunity with your family. ◆Dates: On display through Monday, February 17, 2025 9:30 AM–5:00 PM ◆Venue: Isehara City Central Community Center, 1st Floor Exhibition Hall (1-21-1 Higashi-Otake, Isehara) ◆Access: About a 10-minute walk from Odakyu Line Isehara Station North Exit [Bus] From Isehara Station North Exit, Kanachu Bus Stop No. 1 Take the “Isehara Shako” bound bus and get off at “Chuo Kominkan-mae” (Central Community Center) ◆Admission: Free ＊＊Contact＊＊ Isehara City Board of Education, Educational Affairs Division, Cultural Properties Section Tel: 0463-74-5109 (direct) ＊＊Organizer＊＊ Isehara City Council for the Preservation and Use of Local Cultural Properties

Photographed on February 8, 25. It is Hanachozu of Naritasan Kawagoe Betsuin. Today is Valentine's Day. 🌹🍫💖

[Notice of Temporary Closure of Public Restrooms at Mount Oyama Summit and Mount Oyama-dera] 2025.2.14 The public restrooms at Mount Oyama Summit and the restrooms at Mount Oyama-dera are currently unavailable due to frozen water supply pipes. *The restrooms at Ōyama Afuri Shrine Lower Shrine are currently available.* ✨A special opening of the nationally registered tangible cultural property Mount Oyama-dera Main Hall runs until Tuesday, February 18 (9:30–15:30). Please check the trail map for restroom locations and use facilities before your visit. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding and cooperation. We will announce when reopening is expected. Access: Odakyu Line Isehara Station North Exit, Bus Stop No. 4 Take the bus bound for “Oyama Cable” for about 30 minutes Get off at the final stop and walk 15 minutes along the Koma approach to the cable car station

Winter season only! Snow Adventure Ride 🚴‍♂️ Limited-time plan for the snowy season ❄️ Conquer snowy trails with an exceptional ride experience! Why not try the trending fat bike this winter? Equipped with extra-wide tires, it glides over snow and mountain paths with ease. It offers outstanding stability and traction, and its stylish design is another draw. 📌 What makes fat bikes special? ✅ Designed for snow: wide tires resist sinking and let you ride comfortably on snow ✅ Excellent cushioning: absorbs shocks for a smooth, stable ride ✅ Great for beginners: recommended for those who prioritize safety and comfort over speed 📅 Rental hours: 10:00–15:00 (no nighttime rentals) 🔔 About reservations 📍 Reservations accepted up to 6 hours in advance 📍 Cancellations accepted up to 3 hours in advance ⛄ Enjoy a special winter experience! Book now and make the most of your snow ride!

Photographed 2/11/25. It is Hanachozu of Naritasan Kawagoe Betsuin. It was about 7 o'clock in the morning.

A radiant smile graces her face as she experiences the joy of wearing a kimono for the first time, posing gracefully in front of Sensoji, one of Tokyo's most iconic tourist destinations. The vibrant colors and intricate patterns of her kimono contrast beautifully with the lush greenery and ornate architecture surrounding the temple. Sensoji evokes a unique blend of emotions; it is a place steeped in rich traditions, where the scent of incense wafts through the air, inviting visitors to partake in centuries-old customs. At the same time, the area buzzes with contemporary energy, filled with trendy shops and lively street vendors, creating a remarkable fusion of the old and the new that captivates both locals and travelers alike.

Request to refrain from entering Tadatate Falls Due to heavy snowfall, there is currently more than 50 cm of snow near Tadatate Falls. The road to Tsubukuri Parking Lot is slippery from snow and ice, and there is a risk of rockfalls and becoming lost at the falls, so please refrain from entering the mountain. *The photo shows past conditions.*

Hello 😊 This is Jewelry Town. The air in Shosenkyo Gorge is crisp in winter, and on clear days you can see the sheer rock face of Kakuenzan peak in sharp detail — it’s truly dramatic! Fewer tourists visit at this time of year, so you can relax and fully enjoy the vast natural scenery 🌳 At our shop we offer a variety of natural stones, including amethyst, the February birthstone, and rutilated quartz, which is popular for attracting financial luck 💎 Please stop by and enjoy the winter beauty of Shosenkyo Gorge ☺️

Nagawacho Wada Along the Nakasendo Road: Dosojin 2 and Spring Water A pair of dosojin leaning close together like a loving couple💕 Beside them, a spring bubbles up... A water-rich, warm-hearted community 😊

Ubuyama Snow Mountain Bike 100 Minutes Endurance Ride Party Held in on Saturday, February 8, 2025, a ride party was held to ride mountain bikes across the snow in an outstanding location due to record-breaking heavy snowfall. Course tapes are placed in the venue Ubuyama Place. 50 minutes in the net and 50 minutes in the opposite direction with a break Run on an extraordinary snow course! There are a few people who have completed more than 10 laps in total! Everyone from beginners to experts can enjoy themselves while taking a break in the glass House in the Inside the facility At the end, everyone took a group photo! Why don't you come to the Ubuyama village where you can play while feeling the cool summer grasslands, snowy snow and nature? Events that everyone can enjoy will continue to be planned! Thank you to everyone who participated & Thank you for your hard work.

Kashiwa City Located in view from Matsugasaki Ruins of the Castle Park. On a clear morning, I was able to see Mt. Fuji beautifully in the distance.

[Yuru Camp △ model site] Comics Volume 13 Cherry blossom tour of the Kagamihara sisters Oboshi Park on Hanami Drive

https://shimatabi-rito.com/okinawa/plan/detail/656/... [Okinawa Prefecture Izena Island Day trip bullet tour] I'm doing it! Reservations can be made from the Internet ↓ Since you may not be able to get an inn on Izena Island, the tourism association has made a plan that you can enjoy on a day trip. We will guide you to your desired place within the time, such as the history course of King Shoen, the superb view photogenic course, the Ontake tour, the cultural property documents museum course, the joint inn preview course, etc., and you can (^▽^) leave it to us/ Reservation required 2 days in advance * Available from 2 people 3000 yen ~ (1 Adult) Time required: 11:30~13:30 (Ferry departure from Izena 13:30) Foreigners are also available (English only) ☆ After all, it is recommended to Accommodation slowly, so those who Accommodation can consult the time.

Photographed 2/11/25. After Prayer to Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine, I relaxed at the Starbucks Bell Ring Street store. It is a classic chocolate latte and a pound cake with cookies and chocolate.

One of the largest in the Nishi-Izu area! "Dogashima Sunset Illumination 2025" will be held in! During the Held in period from 3/1~5/6, about 100,000 illumination bulbs will glitter on Dogashima after sunset For details, please see 🔍 the Events page on our website Flower fields and cherry blossom trees using Dogashima sightseeing boats and rice fields in Matsuzaki during the day, and illuminations on Dogashima at night! Please enjoy Nishi-Izu 🌸 in Spring We look forward to seeing you there! 【Dogashima Sunset Illumination】 ・Held in period Saturday, March 1, 2025 ~ Tuesday, May 6, 2025 ・Lighting time 18:00～21:00 ・Held in 2910-2 Nishina, Nishi-Izu Town, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Prefecture Dogashima Park (near the sightseeing boat terminal) ・Admission is free

Isehara Flower Report 2025.02.12 *Maruyama Castle Ruins Park* (Shimokasuya 2168-2) The white plum blossoms have finally started to open in duet with the red plums, but the red plums will likely finish blooming by the time the white ones are fully out. *Uga-bunko Yamaguchi Residence Plum Garden Free Admission* (Kamikasuya 862-1) The plums have begun to open considerably, but they need a bit more time. ◆Period: until Sunday, March 9, 10:00–15:00 ◆Access: Odakyu Line Isehara Station North Exit Kanachu Bus platform 4 Get off at the “Shimebiki” stop on the “Mt. Oyama Cable Car” route ※Hina dolls are displayed only on Sundays during the period (Adults 300 yen, includes admission to the nationally registered tangible cultural property Yamaguchi Residence) *Isehara City General Sports Park* (Nishitomioka 320) The plum trees between the Slope Cherry and Ginkgo Promenade are still some way from blooming. *Hyuga Yakushi Plum Garden* (Hyuga 1644) The plum garden above the Hyuga Yakushi rear parking lot will take a while longer. We will post updates on blooming status as they come, so please look forward to them! #Isehara Flower Report #Isehara #plum #plum blossoms #Maruyama Castle Ruins Park #Uga-bunko #Isehara City General Sports Park #Hyuga Yakushi

“Mori no Snow Park 2025 in Kawayu Onsen” Is Back This Year!! On Sunday, February 23, the Mori no Snow Park 2025 in Kawayu Onsen will take place in front of the Kawayu Visitor Center. Enjoy free activities such as cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and warming up by the bonfire, along with talk sessions and delicious food—there’s plenty to experience! This is an event for both adults and children, so please come with family and friends. Event Overview: Mori no Snow Park 2025 in Kawayu Onsen Date and Time: Sunday, February 23, 2025, 10:00–21:00 Venue: Kawayu Visitor Center and surrounding area (2-2-6 Kawayu Onsen, Teshikaga) Admission: Free (all programs are free to join) *Food and drinks are available for purchase separately. At Snow Park 2025, following last year’s popular sessions, local town guides will again host a talk session! Three guides who have lived here for more than 20 years will share their perspectives on Teshikaga’s nature and their daily impressions. Talk Session Details ■ Date and Time: Sunday, February 23, 2025, 19:00–20:30 ■ Location: Kawayu Visitor Center, 2nd floor ■ Speakers: Shigetoshi Tsuchiya (River & Field), Yuya Tsuchida (Somokuya), Masumi Hashida (Nanuk) ■ Moderator: Jin Fujiwara (Teshikaga Ekomachi Promotion Council / River & Field) *Admission free Contact: Teshikaga Ekomachi Promotion Council (Secretariat) Within Teshikaga Town Hall, Tourism and Commerce Division 015-482-2940 (Direct line to Tourism and Commerce Division / Weekdays: 9:00–17:00) Day-of-event contact: 090-2075-9764 (Person in charge: Fujiwara)

The view from a mountain temple in Yamagata Prefecture. The view at the end of more than 1,000 steps was spectacular. It was a very quiet and quaint place.

Today, I attended the Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine Epoch Festival.

Daikichi and nuts covered with light snow It's like 🐻🍩 a donut sprinkled with powdered sugar Squid are more familiar to the people of Hokkaido? 🐻

This is one of the photos when I went to Kiyomizu Temple. It was very big, beautiful and overwhelming. I was surprised that there were so many foreigners!

This is one of the photos from my trip to Osaka. I'm from Miyagi Prefecture, but I thought the rope entrance was very unusual and cool, so I took a picture. It was also the first time I saw "Don't Touch the Rope" on the platform.

Shirataki in Winter Look at this 😳! Thanks to the recent cold snap, Shirataki has been cloaked in snow and ice, creating a stunning sight ❄️✨ Pale blue-tinted pillars of snow and ice line up into a breathtaking scene 👏 If possible, we’d love for you to see it with your own eyes! …That said, the path to Shirataki is coated in snow and ice and is extremely dangerous ⚠️ This time, specially trained staff from the tourism association risked their lives to climb up, so please enjoy the photos instead… 🙏🙏🙏 The trail to Shirataki is already hazardous, so we ask for your understanding 😭 Still, nature’s artistry is truly beautiful… I’d grown tired of all the snow, but it turns out it’s not all bad ✨ Let’s stay positive and enjoy ourselves 💪❤️‍🔥