Iwakuni, Yamaguchi Recommended places to visit in Yamaguchi Prefecture #錦川清流線 👈 @seiryu.nishiki Today, one piece 📸 from Iwakuni City in neighboring Yamaguchi Prefecture on the Nishikigawa Seiryu Line I took this photo from the rape flower spot Minamikawachi Station. There were not many rape flowers this year, but it was a pink fold 🚃 that I was grateful for in spring!

When you visit go sightseeing in the Kawazu cherry blossoms town of "Kawazu Town" and enjoy the exquisite gourmet food of Kawazu Town! This time, I would like to introduce the tea lounge "Flora". ・ A skilled pastry chef prepares hotel maid sweets with just the right amount of sweetness ◆ Detailed information ◆ 【Spot name】Tea Lounge "Flora" 【Address】Mitaka, Kawazu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Prefecture, 35-1 Kawazu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Phone number: 0558-32-0109 【Business hours】10:00~17:00 【Parking lot】Yes 【Other】A moment at the tea lounge with a view of the sea! Please come and visit us as an Instagrammable spot.

Kawazu cherry blossoms× tulips 🌸 This is one in Mie Prefecture "Nabana no Sato". I took a picture of early blooming Kawazu cherry blossoms and tulips. It's nice during the day, but the cherry blossoms are also beautiful 🤤 at night

Spend a blissful time in a beautiful town surrounded by sea and mountain nature, Kawazu Town When you visit, and lodging nights in the town! The lodging I would like to introduce this time is "Pension Rally". ・Tennis courts are available. 18 minutes walk from Kawazu Station. ◆ Detailed information ◆ 【Spot name】Pension Rally 【Address】Mine, Kawazu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Prefecture 616-1 Phone number: 090-9841-9703 Check-in/Check-out is 3:00 p.m. and check-out 10:00 a.m.　 [Total number of rooms] 4 【Pick-up/drop-off】No pick-up/drop-off 【Parking lot】6~7 cars

Karin: "Mmmm~"

♥🌸 Kawazu cherry blossoms× This is one at "Nabana no Sato" in Mie Prefecture. I found it 😆 by chance when I was walking upwards I couldn't help but stop at the heart made of Kawazu cherry blossoms and click the shutter.

Spring in the terraced rice fields of Gamo, Tokamachi City, Niigata Prefecture. There was a fuki on the ridge of the terraced rice fields where the snow remained.

※There is a possibility of cancellation due to wind conditions, so please inquire in advance. A fireworks cruise will operate for the first 150 guests on a first-come, first-served basis on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, to coincide with the Atami Offshore Fireworks Festival. With no obstructions and from the extraordinary setting of a ship, why not watch 3,000 fireworks light up Atami’s night sky? It’s a perfect addition to your spring break memories. We look forward to welcoming you aboard. Date and time / Wednesday, March 20, 2024 Depart 19:50 – Fireworks viewing (20:20–20:40) – Return to port around 20:50 Boarding location / Atami Port (ticket booth for Hatsushima departures) ※Ticket sales begin at 19:10 (limited to the first 150 guests on the day) Fare / Adults ¥2,800, Children ¥1,400 ※Preschool children free How to purchase tickets / Tickets will be sold at the waiting area ticket window on the day. Please visit the window between 19:10 and 19:40. Vessel in service / Ild Vacances Premier ※The event may be canceled due to weather or other circumstances on the day. Thank you for your understanding. Inquiries / Fujikyuu Marine Resort Tel 0557-81-0541

On Saturday, March 16, we released firefly larvae into Hatsukawa within Atami Plum Garden. As an annual tradition, children from Umeenomachi helped us again! Japan is said to be home to around 50 species of fireflies. The species released in Atami is Japan’s representative firefly, the genji-botaru. We hatch the larvae, feed them kawanina (freshwater snails) about once a month while raising them, and release the final-instar larvae when they reach 2–3 centimeters. These larvae leave the river on humid nights from mid to late April, burrow into the soil, and form oval “soil cocoons.” Inside those soil cocoons they pupate and emerge as adults from late May to early June. This year we will hold “Evenings for Firefly Viewing” from Saturday, June 1 through Sunday, June 9. Please come and see the pale glow of the fireflies that can be seen only during this season.

Tokachigawa Onsen in the morning Hello! It’s March and getting a little warmer, but mornings here in Otofuke are still quite cold. The temperature at 5:00 a.m. on the day of the shoot was -12.1°C. River mist formed and Tokachi Chuo Bridge was hidden. After sunrise the river mist cleared and the bridge stood out clearly! By 7:00 a.m. we could see the majestic Hidaka Mountains clearly 😊 There was no wind that day, so we also saw hot air balloons rising. Even when it’s cold, seeing scenes like this lifts your spirits! Please come and see these seasonal views while you can 😊

Hiroshima Fukuyama Yabu Camellia and Narcissus Village Recommended spots in Hiroshima #Yabu Camellia and Daffodil Village 👈 @bingolife8 A piece 📸 bathed in the Morning Sun through a gap in the Kawazu cherry blossoms I took a picture 📸 from the top of the stepladder aiming at the gap between the cherry blossoms The mimosa was also blooming 😊 very beautifully

Hello everyone! Ginoza Village is holding "Ginoza Village Open Garden 2024" 🌺✨ from March 9 Sat ~ March 17 Sun The unique and ingenious garden is a sight 🌹🌷 to behold Please 😊 take this opportunity to take a look at the garden that the people of Ginoza Village have grown with all their hearts

Notice of Appreciation and Report for the 26th Minami Sakura and Nanohana Festival. The 26th Minami Sakura and Nanohana Festival, held from February 1 to March 10, 2024, drew approximately 255,000 visitors. We extend our deep gratitude to all visitors and everyone involved whose support allowed the festival to conclude safely and successfully. The environmental conservation contributions collected at roadside station shimogamo onsen yunohana, totaling ¥4,013,768, will be used for cherry tree pruning, disinfection, and other costs, as well as environmental maintenance related to the Minami Sakura and Nanohana Festival. We offer our heartfelt thanks to all who contributed. We will continue working to ensure this event lets visitors enjoy the early-blooming cherry blossoms and nanohana flowers in their full beauty, and we appreciate your ongoing support. We look forward to welcoming you again next year. March, 2024 Minami Sakura and Nanohana Festival Executive Committee Photographed in February 2024 📷 taken by Tokiya Otsuka.

Kanta: "Whew~Oh, I'm still sleepy." A big yawn 🐻 at the first ranch in the morning

When you visit go sightseeing in the Kawazu cherry blossoms town of "Kawazu Town" and enjoy the exquisite gourmet food of Kawazu Town! This time, I would like to introduce "Cafe Kirinkan". ・ Handmade jam and butter fragrant Fun TeeTime with homemade cakes. ◆ Detailed information ◆ 【Spot name】Cafe Kirinkan 【Address】Kawazu-cho Hama, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Prefecture 160-3 Phone number: 0558-32-0007 【Business hours】9:30~17:00 【Regular holiday】Closed on Wednesdays and Thursdays 【Parking lot】None

As the Nemuro Main Line segment between Shintoku and Furano nears closure, Shintoku Station has been getting busier. Since early this month, the station has hosted a "Thank You, Nemuro Main Line" panel exhibition; visitors stop to view the photos and take their own pictures. In the nearby waiting area, a few customers can be seen enjoying station bento boxes made by local restaurants. According to staff at Stella Station, the station kiosk, Wednesdays feature Shintoku jidori rice (Shintoku free-range chicken rice bento), while other days offer a Tokachi yakiniku bento. Both are very popular. If you're visiting Shintoku Station, please take a moment to create a page of memories of the Nemuro Main Line while savoring the flavors of Shintoku and Tokachi.

"It's fluffy~! ｣ I was ❄ playing in the snow

Hello 😊 This is Waraji, a Koshu regional cuisine restaurant. In March, sunlight in Shosenkyo Gorge grows warmer, and you can gradually feel the arrival of spring. Waraji’s traditional house has been renovated from a historic building dating back to the Edo period (about 150 years ago). The pillars and tables are made from fine timber, so while you enjoy the warmth of the wood, please savor our signature dishes, starting with hoto. In particular, the eel skillfully prepared by our veteran chefs is thick and tender; when coated with the sweet-and-savory secret sauce, it will surely keep you reaching for your chopsticks. We look forward to welcoming you and serving you a warm meal from the bottom of our hearts 😃

Sasuke: "Don't ride!" Fuku: "It's okay!"

Spend a blissful time in a beautiful town surrounded by sea and mountain nature, Kawazu Town When you visit, and lodging nights in the town! The lodging I would like to introduce this time is "Ofa Atu". It is designed to be modeled after a European forest-type cottage so that guests can truly relax. ◆ Detailed information ◆ [Spot name] Ofa Atu 【Address】Yatsu, Kawazu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Prefecture, Kamo-gun, Yatsu, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Prefecture 233-7 Phone number: 0558-32-3006 Check-in/Check-out is 3:00 p.m. and check-out 10:00 a.m.　 [Total number of rooms] 22 【Pick-up/drop-off】No pick-up/drop-off 【Parking lot】22 cars

When you visit go sightseeing in the Kawazu cherry blossoms town of "Kawazu Town" and enjoy the exquisite gourmet food of Kawazu Town! This time, I would like to introduce "Izu Seafood Donburi". ・ Volume seafood bowl and fresh fish caught in the waters near Izu are carefully selected. The south exit of Kawazu Station is famous for its Kawazu cherry blossoms. 30 seconds on foot. Donburi Ya, a seafood bowl specialty store with high-quality ingredients that is in season in Izu. Seafood carefully selected and purchased by craftsmen with a reliable eye. 地元漁師たちと直接契約だからできる活きのよい海の幸を最高な状態で味わっていただきたい。 You can enjoy fresh local fish, seafood, and mountain food, including the "Gokai Kaisendon" that uses a total of 15 kinds of ingredients, the familiar "Izu Kaisendon" and the new menu "Suruga Kaisendon" inspired by the Kawazu Cherry Blossoms Festival. ◆ Detailed information ◆ 【Spot name】Izu seafood donburi 【Address】163-1 Hama, Kawazu Town, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Phone number: 0558-32-0339 【Business hours】11:00~15:00/17:00~21:00 【Regular holiday】Not opens 【Parking lot】Yes

Introducing the seasonal Chef "recommended" dinner course [March and April] menu! 3. April The menu uses plenty of seasonal ingredients, such as "Japanese Spanish mackerel and lees miso" and "made with Herring and peony shrimp", making you feel spring. Fun ♪ the chef's special Japanese kaiseki at New Otani Inn Sapporo to your heart's content 🌸 Menu contents 🌸 ・ Herring sardines and peony shrimp 　 ・Grilled Japanese Spanish mackerel and kasu miso paste 　 ・ Chikato and vegetable tempura 　 ・Rice cooked with wild vegetables incense miso soup 　 ・Today's Fun Dessert Wagon 　　Strawberry, matcha Swiss roll cake 　　Matcha Tiramisu 　　Red bean and strawberry shortcake 　　Strawberry Pound Cake 　　Yuzu gelato * 4.5 types of desserts will be provided daily by wagon service. It is limited to 15 meals a day! Reservations and details 📞011-222-1522 direct line to restaurant reservations Or On the ✨ hotel website

When you visit sightseeing in the Kawazu cherry blossoms town of "Kawazu Town" and spend a blissful time at a lodging-night facility in the town! The lodging I would like to introduce this time is "Izu National Park Kawazu auto camp Field". ◆Izu National Park Kawazu auto camp Field◆ 【Address】555 Kawazu Raft, Kawazu Town, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Phone number: 0558-35-7277 【Pick up and drop off】None 【Parking lot】Yes

Onomichi, Hiroshima Recommended spots in Hiroshima #Kannon off the coast Mont Saint-Michel 👈 I went to Kannon off the coast in Onomichi City, also known as Mont Saint Michel in Onomichi, to photograph the Milky Way! 📸 You can see 🏯 the castle-like Kannondo on a small island On this day, the tide was low, so I attacked 📸 at a super low angle aiming for the reflation of the tide pool I was able to hide the heavy machinery and intense light of the factory on the island or avoid it at a low angle. However, because of my poor eyesight, I could only see the Milky Way dimly, and I didn't notice the puddles, so I soaked my feet and soaked the inside of 💧 my shoes. I managed to take a picture, so I'm going to take it. The development is based on your Milky Way. If the timing is right, it seems that it can overlap with 🌕🏯 the full moon, but... 🤔 Note📝 18mm ISO2400 F2.8 SS15 sec 3500K pic control neutral

Innoshima, Onomichi, Hiroshima　 Recommended spots in Hiroshima #Hidden Ship Park 👈 Today, one 🚢 piece 📸 with Kawazu cherry blossoms and daffodils from the hidden park Shoot 📸 in bright light The best time to see it has passed, but next year it is 🌸🍺 a place where you want to bring your lunch 🍱 and see the cherry blossoms

Mimosa and cherry blossoms co-star 🌸 This is "Kuramae Shrine" in Taito-ku, Tokyo It is the only place in Tokyo where you can see mimosa and Kawazu cherry blossoms at the same time. I thought it was a hidden gem, but it was crowded with many people! The best time to see it will continue until this week, so be sure to visit it 😊

When you visit sightseeing in the Kawazu cherry blossoms town of "Kawazu Town" and spend a blissful time at a lodging-night facility in the town! The lodging we will introduce this time is "Flower and private hot spring lodging Beachside 100". ・ On a hill with a view of the sea, full of stars at night, flowers in all four seasons. A base for sightseeing in Izu, a small lodging with hospitality where you can spend your time casually. ◆ Detailed information ◆ 【Spot name】Flower and private hot spring lodging Beachside 100 【Address】Mitaka, Kawazu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Prefecture, 97-74, Kawazu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Phone number: 0558-34-1351 Check-in/Check-out is 3:00 p.m. and check-out 10:00 a.m.　 [Total number of rooms] 9 【Pick up and drop off】Consultation required 【Parking lot】10 cars

Here are some recommended sightseeing spots in Kawazu Town, a beautiful town surrounded by the nature of the sea and mountains! This time, we will introduce "Mine Onsen Oufutsuyu Park". ・ Self-gushing spring that gushes about 30 meters above the ground "The Mine Onsen Hot Spring that boasts the best in the East" was born at noon on November 22, 1926 Taisho 15 pierced the sky about 50 meters above the ground with an explosive sound. Since then, it has continued to spout without interruption for more than 90 years. It is a self-fountain that spouts 600 liters per minute at 100 degrees Celsius to a height of 30 meters. In addition, you can make a large spouting egg in the hot spring and enjoy a foot bath. ◆ Detailed information ◆ 【Spot name】Mine Onsen Oufutsuyu Park 【Address】Mine, Kawazu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Prefecture 446-1 Phone number: 0558-34-0311 【Business hours】9:00~16:00 【Regular holiday】Every Tuesday and Friday 【Parking lot】Yes Passenger car 10 cars Persons with disabilities only 3 cars

This is the Toyooka Village Tourism Association. Hello to everyone watching the Cool Japan Video! Toyooka Village, in Shimoina-gun, Nagano Prefecture, is located in the southern part of Nagano Prefecture, in a region known as Minami Shinshu (Southern Shinshu). The village has a population of approximately 6,500. Compared to much of Nagano Prefecture, Toyooka Village enjoys a relatively mild climate with little snowfall, making it a thriving agricultural community for fruits and vegetables. On Cool Japan Video, we will be sharing recommended information about Minami Shinshu Toyooka Village, so please enjoy our content. In this first post, we will briefly introduce some special experience plans and sightseeing spots you can enjoy within Toyooka Village. ■□ Cycling Guided Tours to Fully Enjoy Toyooka Village’s Nature □■ The Toyooka Village Tourism Association offers the following cycling guided tours to allow visitors to experience the village’s natural blessings. Our cycling tours use E-BIKEs (electric-assist bicycles), making it easy to navigate even uphill slopes♪ Even if you are not used to cycling, our Japan Cycling Guide Association–certified guides will provide support, so you can feel at ease. ◇ Fruit Sweets Plan ◇ This beginner-friendly course takes about two to two and a half hours to complete♪ Harvest seasonal fruit and then enjoy a dessert prepared on the spot by the chef at the local restaurant Cafe & Dining en—an experience you can enjoy year-round. Taste sweets made from freshly picked Toyooka Village fruit♪ ◇ Forest Road Activity Plan ◇ Available for a limited time from late May through the end of August♪ This roughly three- to four-hour course offers thrills and excitement as you ride over bumpy paths you wouldn’t normally take. After working up a sweat in the midsummer heat, the natural water slide will create an unforgettable memory! After enjoying playing in the river, relax with a takeaway lunch from Toyooka Village. ◇ Exquisite Course Lunch Plan ◇ Available for a limited time from late April through early December♪ This roughly four- to four-and-a-half-hour plan lets you experience harvesting Toyooka Village’s seasonal vegetables. After harvesting with a local farmer, savor a superb multi-course lunch prepared by a dedicated chef using freshly picked vegetables while enjoying the spectacular view of the Ina Valley below. ◇ Night Tour Overnight Plan ◇ Available for a limited time from late April through mid-October♪ This evening-start plan lets you enjoy sunset cycling and vegetable harvesting in Toyooka Village, followed by a luxurious BBQ dinner prepared by a dedicated chef with a panoramic view of the Ina Valley below. Afterward, you can soak in a ceramic bath and spend the night at Toyo Terrace for a relaxing, indulgent stay. ■□ Must-See Sightseeing Spots in Toyooka Village □■ ◇ Roadside Station "Minami Shinshu Toyooka Marche" ◇ A must-see spot showcasing fresh local produce and specialty items. Serving as the regional food market of southern Shinshu, it offers a wide selection of locally grown vegetables and fruits—perfect souvenirs for your Toyooka Village visit. ◇ Fukushima Teppen Park ◇ From the park’s observation deck, you can enjoy panoramic views of the Maeda rice terraces in Fukushima Honmura and the Ina Valley. During winter, seasonal illuminations are also displayed. ◇ Mibusawa Fudo Falls ◇ This waterfall has a 15-meter drop. It is about a five-minute walk from the prefectural road, so you can visit easily. (You can also reach it by rental bicycle.) ◇ Weeping Cherry Blossoms at Sasamidaira ◇ This weeping cherry tree reaches about 15 meters in height and is estimated to be over 400 years old. It is designated as a Toyooka Village natural monument. ■□ Popular Events Loved in Toyooka Village □■ ◇ Toyooka Festival ◇ Held each year in November at the Toyooka Village Hall venue, the Toyooka Festival attracts roughly 12,000 attendees in total and is one of the village’s most popular events. Many food stalls line the venue, and stage events and musical fireworks take place. ■□ Specialty Products of Toyooka Village □■ Toyooka Village produces delicious fresh fruits nurtured by its rich nature, including peaches, apples, Shine Muscat grapes, Ichida persimmons, and pears. The village is also known for matsutake mushrooms, often called the king of mushrooms. These specialty products are carefully cultivated by local people, and their flavors have impressed many visitors. In Toyooka Village, you can also enjoy seasonal fruit-picking experiences such as the apple tree owner system and peach picking. These activities are especially recommended for families, giving children a valuable chance to enjoy nature while learning the importance of food. Also, at the Vegetable Garden Buffet Restaurant Vegful Kitchen, you can enjoy superb dishes made with fresh vegetables from Toyooka Village in a buffet style. When visiting Toyooka Village, be sure to fully indulge in the local cuisine! ■□ Enjoy Toyooka Village Tourism □■ Toyooka Village also runs the Toyooka Village Working Holiday program, which offers countryside living experiences and agricultural experiences for those considering relocating to the countryside or starting farming. Surrounded by Toyooka Village’s great natural beauty, why not escape the daily hustle and find true relaxation? Cool Japan Video will continue to share recommended and up-to-date information about Toyooka Village, Nagano Prefecture, so please follow us!

An orchid that crosses the steel frame like a cat Somewhat proud expression 🐻