Nice to meet you! This is the Otaki Tourist Association. Otaki Town in Isumi County, Chiba Prefecture, is a town of about 8,000 people located in the center of the Boso Peninsula. With convenient access about one and a half hours from Tokyo, Otaki Town charms many visitors with its natural beauty and rich history. In this first post, we will share Otaki’s attractions and recommended sightseeing spots, so please enjoy it to the end. ==History of Otaki Town, Chiba Prefecture== Prospering from the Sengoku period through the Edo period, Otaki flourished as the castle town of Otaki Castle, whose lord was Honda Tadakatsu, one of Tokugawa’s Four Heavenly Kings. Otaki Castle is known as a symbol of Otaki Town and captivates many history enthusiasts and tourists. Scenes that recall those days still remain throughout the town. ==Sightseeing in Otaki Town, Chiba Prefecture== ◇Otaki Castle This historical museum with a tenshukaku-style keep was built in 1975 and is designated as a Chiba Prefecture historic site and included in the Continued Top 100 Castles of Japan. Exhibits cover the history of Boso and life in the castle town. Currently, Otaki Castle is closed for facility renovations. ◇Otaki Castle Town Otaki features old buildings, some designated cultural properties. You can find houses that offer a glimpse of life back then, along with shops and shrines, making it an irresistible spot for history lovers. Stroll through the castle town that retains a strong Edo-period atmosphere and feel the romance of a journey through time. ◇Yoro Valley This valley spans Ichihara City, Kimitsu City, Kamogawa City, and Otaki Town in Isumi County in southern Chiba Prefecture, offering seasonal natural beauty and especially famous autumn foliage. Nearby popular attractions include Awamata Waterfall, Suigetsu Temple, the Ruins of the Kobundo Tunnel, Mukoyama Kyoei Tunnel, and Kannon Bridge. Please note that due to flooding of the Yōrō River caused by Typhoon No. 13 in 2023, much of the area is currently closed except for some parts. ◇Asawahara Highlands Known as one of the Kanto region’s premier hydrangea spots, about 20,000 hydrangea plants bloom here. At an elevation of 340 meters, the flowers bloom later than on the plains, with the best viewing typically from late June to mid-July. ◇Isumi Railway This local railway runs about 26.8 kilometers, connecting Isumi City and Otaki Town, with seasonal flowers and rural landscapes along the line. In early spring, the rapeseed blossoms turn the fields bright yellow and the train is affectionately known as the Rapeseed Flower Train. ◇Roadside Station Takeyurano Sato Otaki Local fresh vegetables and specialty products are sold here, making it a great place to buy Boso souvenirs. At the diner you can try shiitake and Otaki’s specialty bamboo shoot dishes, as well as wild game such as boar. ==Local Festivals and Events in Otaki Town, Chiba Prefecture== ◇Otaki Castle Festival Held every autumn, the festival features a warrior procession and various events. A popular local festival, 2024 marks its 50th edition. ==Local Specialties and Gourmet in Otaki Town, Chiba Prefecture== Otaki bamboo shoots are among the leading products in the Tokyo metropolitan area. Their white color and exceptional tenderness earn them the name “white bamboo shoots.” They have very little bitterness, so they can be eaten without removing the astringency. Otaki bamboo shoots are also popular as a hometown tax return gift. ==Tourist Information for Otaki Town, Chiba Prefecture== Otaki Town in Chiba Prefecture charms visitors with its abundant nature and deep history. Spending time in Otaki away from daily life will create memorable moments. Cool Japan Video will continue to share Otaki’s recommendations and the latest information, so thank you for your support.

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When you visit go sightseeing in the Kawazu cherry blossoms town of "Kawazu Town" and Please enjoy the exquisite gourmet of Kawazu Town! This time, I would like to introduce "Navel Curve Gari". ・ Sing and drink 〆 Ramen! Convenient in front of Kawazu Station! How about karaoke at the second party? ◆Detailed Information◆ 【Spot Name】Navel Gari 【Address】Kawazu-cho Hama, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Prefecture 142-1 Phone number: 0558-37-0030 【Business hours】19:30~24:00 【Regular holiday】Not opens 【Parking lot】Yes

With the aim of regional revitalization, promotion of recognition, and expansion of consumption by Tomi Wine, which leads the Chikuma River Wine Valley, we will invite visitors from the Tokyo metropolitan area and all over the country to hold a wine festival outdoors in May with a new look from every year autumn. This year, the event will be held for two days, and will also sell limited edition wines that assemble mix and harmonize grapes from each producer in the city, and to convey the charm of delicious food in the region. I hope you all enjoy it. Name: Tomi Wine Festa 2024 - Assemblage Date and time: May 11 Sat and 12 Sun held for 2 days in Reiwa 6 　　　11:00~16:00 on both days Implementation in case of rain Location: JA Shinshu Ueda Tomi Branch La Vérité Parking Lot 63-4 Tanaka, Tomi City, Nagano Prefecture 　　　Shinano Railway About a 5-minute walk from Tanaka Station Participation fee: Free for everyone Bring your own wine glasses 　　　* All drinks and food Will be sold charged. Wine glasses with participating winery logos 2024 limited sale 700 yen will end as soon as they run out Organizer: Tomi Wine Club wineries in the city, wine grape producers, wine support group Supported by: Tomi City Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Shinshu Toumi Tourism Association, Nagano Wine Association Sponsor: Tomi City, each company Cooperation: 82 Bank Tanaka Branch, JA Shinshu Ueda Tomi Branch Vendors: Wineries, wine grape producers, local restaurants, etc.

HELLO VIEWERS OF COOL JAPAN VIDEOS! This is the Shinshu Toumi Tourism Association. Tomi City, Nagano Prefecture is a city in the eastern part of Nagano Prefecture. Surrounded by the Asama mountain range of Joshinetsu Kogen National Park to the north and Tateshina and Yatsugatake to the south, it is an area rich in Rich in nature, with more than half of the city being mountain forests and one-fourth being fields. The city was created in 2002 by the merger of Higashimomachi and Kitamomaki Village, and became "Tomi City" by taking one letter each of the Omi of Higashimomachi "east" and Kitamomaki Village. There is the Joshinetsu Expressway "Tobu Yunomaru Interchange" and the Shinano Railway "Tanaka Station" and "Shigeno Station", and it is about 2 hours from Central Tokyo and about 1 hour from Nagano City and Matsumoto City. ==Recommended sightseeing spots in Tomi City, Nagano Prefecture== ・Unno Yado Opened in 1625 as a Shukuba-juku on the Kitakuni Highway, it is a tourist destination that still retains its original appearance. You can feel as if you have traveled back in time to the Edo period. ・Myojin Pond It is a pond built in the Edo period, and it is Maintenance as an Art Village Park centered on the pond, and you can see the beautiful scenery of the four seasons such as New green and autumn leaves in the Satoyama. There are facilities in the park such as the Umeno Memorial Picture Gallery and the Fureaikan. ・Unnojyuku History and Folklore Museum The building built around 1790 in the Edo period is still used as a Documents Museum. The climate, history, and documents of Unno Yado are on display ・Roadside Station Raiden Walnut Village At the Roadside Station at the entrance to Yunomaru Highland, you can enjoy a meal that makes use of hand-made soba "Inutate Soba" and local ingredients at the restaurant. Local agricultural products and specialty products are lined up, so it is also recommended to buy Souvenirs for sightseeing in Tomi City. ・Yunomaru Ski Resort It is the closest powder snow ski resort to Central Tokyo, and the six slopes can be enjoyed by beginners and advanced skiers. The business period is from late November to early April every year. ・Yunomaru Plateau It is a plateau located on the west side of the Asama mountain ranges, and the Renge azalea of Azalea Plain is also designated as a national natural monument. Every year, when the Renge azalea is in full bloom, the "Yunomaru Kogen Azalea Festival" is held. ・Yurakuchi-kan Wine & Beer Museum It is a facility where you can experience Tomi Wine, such as an exhibition room that introduces the history of Tomi Wine, winery Information in Tomi City, grape cultivation amount, etc., and a tasting area and wine sales centered on Tomi City wine. A wine concierge is also available, so be sure to find your favorite wine. ==Specialty products and gourmet foods of Tomi City, Nagano Prefecture== Kyoho grapes, walnuts, sweet corn, Shirado potatoes, and broccoli are specialty products of Tomi City, Nagano Prefecture. These specialty products are also popular as thank-you gifts for roadside stations and Furusato Nozei tax payments. In addition, wineries are being born one after another in Tomi City, and wine taxis are also operated to visit wineries in the city. ==Events and festivals in Tomi City, Nagano Prefecture== ・Raiden Festival It is a major summer event in Tomi City held at Tanaka Shopping Street, and there are performances and dances on stage, and many Kitchen Cars are lined up in the shopping street. At the climax, the festivals are enlivened by a dance parade. ・Unno Yado Fureai Festival It is a festival held every November at Uminojuku, Old Kitakuni Highway, Unno Juku, and a procession dressed in Edo period costumes parades through the city. The buildings and gardens of Unno Yado, which you cannot usually see, will be opened. ==Agricultural experience in Tomi City, Nagano Prefecture== The idyllic atmosphere of Tomi City, with its fields spread all around, is difficult to enjoy in the Central Tokyo. There is also a travel plan where you can enjoy farming experience while interacting with the warm and friendly people of Tomi City. Even if you visit sightseeing for the first time in Tomi, the local staff will support you so that you can participate with peace of mind. Agricultural experience plans include "Rice cultivation", "Apple cultivation", "Corn harvesting experience", and "Traditional Japanese straw raincoat harvesting experience". ==Recommended Information for Tomi City, Nagano Prefecture== The Nature of the Tomi City and the atmosphere of the historic city Fascination those who visit. Please feel the charm of Tomi City firsthand. COOL JAPAN VIDEOS will provide recommended Information that will help you plan your trip to Tomi City.

When you visit go sightseeing in the Kawazu cherry blossoms town of "Kawazu Town" and Please enjoy the exquisite gourmet of Kawazu Town! This time, I would like to introduce "Sake Bar Sagano". ・Nostalgic bar I have a heart for my mother's hospitality. ◆Detailed Information◆ 【Spot Name】Sagano 【Address】379 Shimosagano, Kawazu Town, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Phone number: 0558-36-8206 【Business hours】18:00~22:00 【Regular holiday】Closed on Monday 【Parking lot】Yes

When you visit go sightseeing in the Kawazu cherry blossoms town of "Kawazu Town" and Please enjoy the exquisite gourmet of Kawazu Town! This time, I would like to introduce "Chinese Ichiban". ・ Specialties to taste in Kawazu, meat fried rice Enjoy the popular dumplings and special fried rice! ◆Detailed Information◆ 【Spot Name】Chinese Ichiban 【Address】Yatsu, Kawazu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Prefecture, 405-19 Kawazu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Phone number: 0558-32-0851 【Business hours】11:00~14:00 / 15:00~20:00 【Regular holiday】Closed on Wednesdays 【Parking lot】Yes 4 cars

Nice to meet you all and welcome to COOL JAPAN VIDEOS! This is the Hayakawa Tourism Association. Minamikoma-gun Hayakawa Town, Yamanashi Prefecture, is a town located in the southwest of Yamanashi Prefecture, and is the only "town" in Japan with a population of less than 1,000, with 947 people as of April 1, 2024, making it the least populated town in Japan. It is also a Rich in nature town surrounded by Akaishi Mountains mountains, and it is a Rich in nature area surrounded by large and small waterfalls and Valleys. Hot springs are also abundant, and Nishiyama Hot spring, which has a history of 1,300 years of hot springs, is home to the world's oldest inn certified by the Guinness Book of Records. ■■■History of Hayakawa Town, Yamanashi Prefecture In 1956, Hayakawa Town was formed by the merger of six villages: Motodate Village, Goka Village, Suzurishima Village, Miyakogawa Village, Misato Village, and Nishiyama Village. In 1960, the population increased to more than 10,000 due to the influx of people involved in hydroelectric power generation construction, but the population has since declined and is now "the least populated town in Japan". ■■■Introduction to sightseeing spots in Hayakawa Town ・Akazawa Inn It flourished as a lodging place for Rest stop for pilgrims to Mt. Shichimen, and still retains the faces of the Edo period. In 1993, it was recognized as a National Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings. ・Shuku-no-eki Shimizuya It is a tourist information center and rest area that has been renovated from an old accommodations in Akazawa Inn. Specialty products and crafts of the region are sold. ・Bentendo waterfall It is a waterfall at the back of the Hagoromo Trailhead to Mt. Shichimen and is known as a place for ascetics. In winter, you can see the icefall where the waterfall freezes. ・Hayakawa Local History Museum It is a document building that retains the exterior of the Village Hall of Misato Village. Hayakawa Town's traditional culture, crafts, and history are on display. ・Yushima's Great Cedar Tree Legend has it that it was planted 1,200 years ago, and it is the largest cedar tree in Yamanashi Prefecture at Sanno Shrine. In 1958, it was designated as a natural monument designated by Yamanashi Prefecture. ・Hayakawa Valley In the Valleys that stretches from the Arakura area to the Narada District, you can see the beautiful scenery of the four seasons, such as New green in Spring, autumn leaves in autumn, and Icicles in winter. ■■■Specialty products of Hayakawa Town Hayakawa Town's proud Specialty Products, Hakuho miso, Fresh sweet potato konnyaku, and Dried potato stalks, are exquisite gourmets that can only be tasted here. In addition, "Oboko dolls" that have been handed down in this area since ancient tradition are recommended for tourism in Hayakawa Town and are also designated as prefectural designated folk crafts. ■■■Popular events and festivals in Hayakawa Town ・Akaishi Mountains Hayakawa Edible Wild Greens Festival Every year in May, the event is held at the Hayakawa Town People's Sports Square, and the main stage features Drum performances and song shows. Bake sale shops and food stalls are lined up at the venue, and Mikoshi portable shrine passing is also held. ・Okuyamanashi Hayakawa Autumn Leaves and Food Festival It is held every year in October at the Hayakawa Town People's Sports Square surrounded by autumn leaves, and Hayakawa Town's Specialty Products and seasonal foods are gathered. ■■■Sightseeing in Hayakawa Town "Japan's least populated town" is packed with rich nature, deep history, Specialty products, events and charm. There are different ways to enjoy your trip in Hayakawa Town, such as "heal your fatigue in the Hot spring", "Experience the Nature of Hayakawa Town at the campsite", and "Enjoy the local gourmet food of Hayakawa Town". Best regards so that your trip to Hayakawa Town in Yamanashi Prefecture will be an unforgettable memory for everyone, and we will send out recommended information about Hayakawa Town!

Here are some recommended sightseeing spots in Kawazu Town, a beautiful town surrounded by the nature of the sea and mountains! The sightseeing spot we will introduce this time is "Kawazu Cherry Blossoms Tourist Exchange Center ODORICO Shop". Come to Kawazu to Tarako! !! The store sells fresh vegetables, citrus fruits, fresh flowers, etc. Locals are also purveyors. Souvenirs unique to the local area using local wasabi and tangerines are also plentiful. ODORICO goods with the motif of the dancers of Yasunari Kawabata's "Izu no Odoriko" are also on sale. There is also a tourist information center next door. ◆Detailed Information◆ 【Spot Name】Kawazu Cherry Blossoms Tourist Exchange Center ODORICO Kiosk 【Address】Sasahara, Kawazu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Prefecture, 72-12 Sasahara, Kawazu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Phone number: 0558-32-0330 【Business hours】8:00~15:00 8:00~17:00 during the Kawazu Cherry Blossom Festival 【Regular holiday】New Year's Day Other year-end cleaning days 【Parking lot】Yes

Hello to all COOL JAPAN VIDEOS viewers! This is the Nishiizu Tourism Association. Nishi-Izu Town, Kamo District, Shizuoka Prefecture is a town of about 6,300 people located on the west coast of the Izu Peninsula. We will send out recommended information of Nishi-Izu Town! Best regards!! ■Features of Nishi-Izu Town■ Tourist spots created by Nature such as the national natural monument "Tensodo" along the Nishi-Izu Coast, and the "Tombolo of Dogashima" and "Koganezaki" leading to Dogashima Landmark and Sanshiro Island are popular. There are many valuable spots that make up the Izu Peninsula Global Geopark, such as the "One color pillow lava" where you can see the oldest geological formation on the Izu Peninsula about 20 million years ago. In addition, tourist facilities such as trick art and glass museums, and accommodations such as hotels and inns where you can enjoy the scenery of Izu, the Sunset and the beautiful Sea Field are lined up along the Coast, and in Nishi-Izu Town, you can enjoy plenty of Nature and modern culture. ■ Japan's largest sunset town "Nishi-Izu Town" ■ From Izu Nishi Coast, you can Appreciation beautiful Sunset throughout the year, and Otago Coast and Dogashima Coast have been selected as one of the "100 Best Sunset in Japan". In order to enjoy the best Sunset in Japan, those who stay inn in a Accommodations in the town will be guided by a "Sunset volunteer local photography enthusiast" who will guide you to the Sunset points of the day. ■Recommended gourmet and specialty products of Nishi-Izu Town■ Seafood such as ground fish, Japanese flying squid, Ise shrimp, Haliotis, Turbo sazae, and Amakusa landed in Suruga Bay, as well as "Hon Wasabi" grown in the Fine spring water and Clear streams of Mt. Amagi are popular specialty products, and can be tasted at Accommodations and restaurants in Nishi-Izu Town. Salted bonito, a preserved food made by pickling bonito with salt, which is also served at events such as the local gourmet festival "B-1 Grand Prix", is a traditional preserved food handed down in the Tago District and is used as Ochazuke and Udon Noodles with Shio Katsuo. It is also recommended as a souvenir of Nishi-Izu Town. ■Popular sightseeing spots in Nishi-Izu Town■ Since this will be a First Post of COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, we will briefly introduce some of the most popular tourist destinations in Nishi-Izu Town. ◇Dogashima Tensodo It is a cave designated as a national natural monument with a hole in the ceiling with a diameter of more than 10 meters. You can explore the inside of the cave by sightseeing boat. You can also go to the upper side of the cave from the promenade. ◇Koganezaki The entire cape is a park, and the promenade, Lawn square, Observatory, and the Mt. Fuji view spot "Fujimi Hill" are Maintenance. You can also watch the beautiful Sunset. ◇Sanshiro Island It consists of four islands consisting of Denbei Island, Nakanoshima, Okinose Island, and Takashima Island located 200 meters off the coast of the Coast, and at low tide a road appears and can be visited on foot. ◇ Mt. Shiraiwa Mural The Honzon Konrin Butsudenson is depicted on the Quay wall of a rock-cut cave on a small hill in the village of Nishina Sawada, Nishi-Izu Town. It is said to have been made in the Kamakura period, but the author is unknown. ◇Hanbata Market In addition to fresh seafood from Nishi-Izu, Specialty products such as Dried fish, Hon Wasabi, and Shio Bonito are lined up. It is also recommended for purchasing Souvenirs of Nishi-Izu sightseeing. ■Introducing Information about Nishi-Izu Town■ In Japan's best sunset town, you can watch the beautiful Sunset that dyes the Sea Field of Nishi-Izu in a beautiful madder red color. There are many recommended sunset appreciation spots on the Coast of Nishi-Izu Town, and you can see a different sunset at each spot. In the COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, we will introduce recommended sightseeing spots in Nishi-Izu Town, so please follow us.

When you visit go sightseeing in the Kawazu cherry blossoms town of "Kawazu Town" and Please enjoy the exquisite gourmet of Kawazu Town! This time, I would like to introduce "Nanadaru Chaya". ・ Experience at the attached glass workshop Tongue by tongue in a boar pot that has no smell. Tororo Soba with hot and cold symbiotic wasabi. We recommend the ripe strawberry parfait. ◆Detailed Information◆ 【Spot Name Nanadaru Tea House 【Address: Nashimoto, Kawazu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Prefecture, 363-4 Nashimoto, Kawazu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka [Phone 0558-36-8070 【Business hours 11:00~16:00 【Regular holiday】Not opens 【Parking lot】Yes

When you visit go sightseeing in the Kawazu cherry blossoms town of "Kawazu Town" and Please enjoy the exquisite gourmet of Kawazu Town! This time, I would like to introduce "Izakaya Ofukuro". ・ Nostalgic mother's taste Fun with the taste of mom and karaoke. ◆Detailed Information◆ 【Spot Name】Izakaya Ofukuro 【Address】Mine, Kawazu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Prefecture 495-1 Phone number 0558-32-0205 【Business hours】17:00~24:00 【Regular holiday】Closed on Wednesdays 【Parking lot】Yes 6 cars

Hello! This is Agematsu Tourism Association. Agematsu Town, Nagano Prefecture, sits in the southwest of Nagano, at the heart of the Kiso Valley along the upper reaches of the Kiso River. The town boasts rich history and beautiful nature that continue to charm visitors. ◆◆History of Agematsu Town, Nagano Prefecture◆◆ During the Edo period, Agematsu Town was the 38th post town on the Nakasendo, which linked Edo and Kyoto. The stretch from Koumatsu-juku to Suhara-juku is the longest on the Kiso Road, and the area thrived as a rest stop for many travelers. You can still feel that history at sites such as the Kiso Plank and Nezame-no-toko Gorge. Guided Nakasendo walking tours led by veteran guides are available to help you create lasting travel memories. Agematsu Town has long prospered as a forestry town producing high-quality timber, notably Kiso hinoki (Japanese cypress), and is known as the “village of hinoki.” ◆◆Popular sights in Agematsu Town, Nagano Prefecture◆◆ ◇Nezame-no-toko Gorge The Kiso River has carved the granite into squared formations that look like large boxes lined up. A local legend says Urashima Taro opened his tamatebako (treasure box) here. ◇Akasawa Natural Recreation Forest This recreation forest features natural Kiso hinoki trees over 300 years old and was an early site of forest protection measures some 400 years ago. Seven walking trails wind through the forest, and paid experiences such as forest therapy are available. Akasawa Natural Recreation Forest is regarded as the birthplace of shinrin-yoku, or forest bathing. The term “forest bathing” was coined in 1982, and that year the first national forest bathing event was held here at Akasawa. ◇Akasawa Forest Railway A 2.2-kilometer round-trip tourist trolley runs through Akasawa Natural Recreation Forest; it was once used to transport timber. You can enjoy forest bathing while riding the railway. The Forest Railway Memorial Museum displays a steam locomotive from the railway’s opening era. ◇Kiso Komagatake The highest peak of the Central Alps, Kiso Komagatake rises to 2,956 meters. A ropeway climbs to 2,612 meters, offering Japan’s greatest elevation gain by ropeway. ◇Kiso Old Road, a natural trail This route linked the north and south of Kiso before the Nakasendo was developed. A hiking course on the Kiso plateau at about 1,000 meters elevation offers expansive natural views. ◆◆Events and festivals loved in Agematsu Town, Nagano Prefecture◆◆ ◇Komagatake Shrine Annual Festival Held every year on May 3, the festival features the nationally designated Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property performance “Daidai Kagura 13 Seats.” You can see pieces such as the four tengu dance “Shijin Gokae-hai” and the sword dance “Sanken no Mai.” ◆◆Local specialties of Agematsu Town, Nagano Prefecture◆◆ Local specialties include gohei-mochi, sunkki (fermented turnip), and hooba-maki (hoja leaf-wrapped dishes). These regional foods offer rich, distinctive flavors you can enjoy only here. ◆◆Why visit Agematsu Town, Nagano Prefecture◆◆ Agematsu Town charms visitors with its abundant nature and deep history. From the dramatic landscapes of Nezame-no-toko Gorge and Kiso Komagatake to the extraordinary forest bathing at Akasawa Natural Recreation Forest and the sense of history you feel walking the Nakasendo, Agematsu offers many attractions. Leave everyday life behind and enjoy a restorative trip filled with nature, history, and culture in Agematsu Town. Cool Japan Video will continue to share recommended information about Agematsu Town. Thank you for your support.

When you visit go sightseeing in the Kawazu cherry blossoms town of "Kawazu Town" and Please enjoy the exquisite gourmet of Kawazu Town! This time, I would like to introduce "Funado no Banya". ・Fresh seafood purchased locally Fun various nature experiences such as an open-air bath with a superb view of Sagami Bay, Barbecue of freshly caught seafood, various set meals, salt making, and tangerine jam making. ◆Detailed Information◆ 【Spot Name】Funado no Banya 【Address】Mitaka, Kawazu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Prefecture, 358-2 Kawazu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Phone number: 0558-32-0432 【Business hours】10:00~17:00LO 16:00 【Regular holiday】Closed on Tuesdays 【Parking lot】Yes

Spend a blissful time in the beautiful town, Kawazu Town When you visit surrounded by the nature of the sea and mountains, and the Accommodations in the town! The lodging I would like to introduce this time is "Flower Tree". ・Excellent freshness. A lodging with a reputation for seafood dishes. ◆Detailed Information◆ 【Spot Name】Flower Tree 【Address】Midaka, Kawazu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Prefecture, Kamo-gun, Midaka, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Prefecture 2297-15 Phone number: 0558-32-1761 Check-in/Check-out is 3:00 p.m. and check-out 10:00 a.m.　 [Total number of rooms] 6 【Pick-up/drop-off】No pick-up/drop-off 【Parking lot】4 cars

Spend a blissful time in the beautiful town, Kawazu Town When you visit surrounded by the nature of the sea and mountains, and the Accommodations in the town! The lodging I would like to introduce this time is "Genbaso". ・It is a quiet lodging on the side of the mountain. The Izu Seven Islands can be seen in the distance. Please enjoy the seafood. ◆Detailed Information◆ 【Spot Name】Genbaso 【Address】Mitaka, Kawazu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Prefecture, 59-5 Kawazu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Phone number: 0558-34-0483 Check-in/Check-out is 3:00 p.m. and check-out 10:00 a.m. 【Total number of rooms】7 【Pick-up/drop-off】No pick-up/drop-off 【Parking lot】5 cars

HELLO TO EVERYONE WHO WATCHES COOL JAPAN VIDEOS! This is the Chiba Tourism Association. Chiba Prefecture Chiba City is a city located in the central part of the Chiba Prefecture, consisting of six wards: Chuo Ward, Hanamigawa Ward, Inage Ward, Wakaba Ward, Midori Ward, and Mihama Ward. The fastest train ride from Tokyo Station to Chiba Station is about 26 minutes, and Chiba Station-Narita Airport is also conveniently accessible in about 30 minutes by limited express. With a population of about 980,000 and surrounded by the sea and greenery, this area has the charm of coexistence of city and nature. It is home to the Port of Chiba, one of Japan's three major trading ports, and is also an industrial area that forms the Keiyo Industrial Zone. 【Introduction of sightseeing spots in Chiba City】 From the deep history of Chiba City to the present day, we will introduce a variety of sightseeing spots that attract people who visit in the city center, seaside area, and satoyama area. 〜〜 Satoyama Area 〜〜 ◎ Showa Forest It is the largest park in Chiba City, and there is an observatory overlooking the Pacific Ocean, a lawn plaza, and athletic playground equipment, making it a spot that can be enjoyed by both children and adults. Every year in mid-April ~ early May, about 50,000 azaleas in the park are in full bloom. ◎ Chiba City Animal Park It is a zoo where you can meet Futa-kun, a red panda who took the world by storm with his cute standing appearance. In addition, you can see rare and endangered animals up close, making it a popular tourist destination for families. ◎ Hoki Art Museum Adjacent to the Showa Forest, it is a museum specializing in realistic paintings, which is rare in the world. The museum has a collection of 480 realistic paintings by about 60 artists, and you can appreciate excellent realistic paintings from Japan and abroad. 〜〜 Seaside Area 〜〜 ◎ Inage Seaside Park Pool INAPOO It is the largest pool in Chiba Prefecture that opened in July 2023. It consists of six pools, including a huge pool with a maximum width of 30 meters, a shallow pool with a depth of 20 centimeters that is safe for children, and a large water slide. It is a Volume of about You can't You can't play in one day. ◎ Chiba Port Tower From the 125-meter-high observatory, you can overlook the city of Chiba City, and if the weather is good, you can see Tokyo Tower, Skytree, and Mt. Fuji. In 2011, it was recognized as a "Lover's Mecca" and in 2012 as a "Japan Night View Heritage". ◎ Makuhari Messe It is Japan's first Convention complex and opened in 1989. It is one of the largest international exhibition halls in Japan, with an event hall that can accommodate 9,000 people. Various events and exhibitions are held throughout the year. 〜〜 City Center Area 〜〜 ◎ Chiba City Museum of Art Ukiyo-e and Edo paintings are on permanent display, and children can work and create together in the atelier in the museum. 【Introduction of local gourmet food in Chiba City】 Chiba City is rich in dishes that make use of fresh local ingredients, such as peanuts. Peanuts are a specialty of Chiba Prefecture, and their depth of taste captivates those who visit. 【Events and festivals in Chiba City】 ◎ Shimofusa Province, Kan River Shrine Annual Grand Festival/Going down to the beach Samukawa Shrine's Annual Grand Festival is held on August 20 every year. Mikoshi portable shrine crossing will be held, and from 18 o'clock in the evening, a "Going down to the beach sea crossing" will be held at the Obama venue where Mikoshi portable shrine enter the sea. It is a festival to pray for a bountiful harvest and safety on board. ◎ Chiba City Citizens' Fireworks Festival The 2023 Chiba City Citizens' Fireworks Festival was held as "Makuhari Beach Fireworks Festa 2023" at Makuhari Seaside Park and Makuhari Messe Parking Lot. It is one of the largest fireworks festivals in Japan, and about 20,000 fireworks, including about 4,000 marine fireworks, color the night sky of Chiba City. 【Many charms that make you want to visit Chiba City】 Chiba City is a city that combines its rich nature, historic cultural facilities, and facilities that can be enjoyed by both adults and children, and has a variety of attractions that make everyone who visits smile. We will deliver plenty of the charm of Chiba City with COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, so thank you!

When you visit go sightseeing in the Kawazu cherry blossoms town of "Kawazu Town" and Please enjoy the exquisite gourmet of Kawazu Town! This time, I would like to introduce "Nakazeno Inkyo". ・Local food served at minshuku We recommend soba noodles made with local wild vegetables and tororo soba noodles. ◆Detailed Information◆ 【Spot Name】Nakazeno Inkyo 【Address】Nashimoto, Kawazu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Prefecture, 379-8-1 Nashimoto, Kawazu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Phone number: 0558-35-7182 【Business hours】11:00~15:00 【Regular holiday】Not opens 【Parking lot】Yes

When you visit go sightseeing in the Kawazu cherry blossoms town of "Kawazu Town" and Please enjoy the exquisite gourmet of Kawazu Town! This time, I would like to introduce "Izakaya Sagami". ・ The famous motsuni and yakitori are popular! ◆Detailed Information◆ 【Spot name】Izakaya Sagami 【Address】Mine, Kawazu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Prefecture 496-40 Phone number: 0558-34-0039 【Business hours】17:30~23:30 【Regular holiday】Closed on Thursdays 【Parking lot】Yes 4 cars

When you visit go sightseeing in the Kawazu cherry blossoms town of "Kawazu Town" and Please enjoy the exquisite gourmet of Kawazu Town! This time, I would like to introduce "Izakaya Kairenmon". ・Ideal for banquets and launches! The skewers, seared Izu beef, and tuna squid yukke are exquisite! ◆Detailed Information◆ 【Spot name】Izakaya Kairenmon 【Address】Kawazu-cho Hama, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Prefecture 150-1 Phone number: 090-2186-5229 【Business hours】18:00~23:30 【Regular holiday】Closed on Mondays and 4th Tuesdays 【Parking lot】Yes 3 cars

Spend a blissful time in the beautiful town, Kawazu Town When you visit surrounded by the nature of the sea and mountains, and the Accommodations in the town! The lodging I would like to introduce this time is "Imaihama Harumiso". ・We are proud of our unique local meals using seasonal local fish and local vegetables. All rooms have a washbasin and a veranda. ◆Detailed Information◆ 【Spot name】Imaihama Harumiso 【Address】Mitaka, Kawazu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Prefecture, 58-10 Kawazu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Phone number: 0558-32-1751 Check-in/Check-out is 3:00 p.m. and check-out 10:00 a.m. [Total number of rooms] 8 【Pick-up/drop-off】No pick-up/drop-off 【Parking lot】5 cars

When you visit go sightseeing in the Kawazu cherry blossoms town of "Kawazu Town" and Please enjoy the exquisite gourmet of Kawazu Town! This time, I would like to introduce "Daruma Chaya". ・Exquisite wasabi Soba noodles made with local wasabi Slope of the municipal free parking lot. Tororo soba noodles, wasabi soba noodles, and wild vegetable soba are exquisite! ◆Detailed Information◆ 【Spot name】Daruma Tea House 【Address】Nashimoto, Kawazu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Prefecture, 380-11 Nashimoto, Kawazu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Phone number: 0558-36-8937 【Business hours】11:45~15:00 【Regular holiday】Not opens 【Parking lot】Yes

When you visit go sightseeing in the Kawazu cherry blossoms town of "Kawazu Town" and Please enjoy the exquisite gourmet of Kawazu Town! This time, I would like to introduce "Deai Chaya". ・ Eat original products Our stores' original boar soup, matcha dango set, matcha cream anmitsu, etc. are popular. Souvenirs are also waiting for us with a variety of original products only available to Our stores, from local products to Adult black sesame sweets. ◆Detailed Information◆ 【Spot name】Deai Chaya 【Address】Nashimoto, Kawazu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Prefecture, 382-1 Nashimoto, Kawazu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Phone number: 0558-35-7604 【Business hours】9:00~14:00Meal~17:00Shop 【Regular holiday】Not opens 【Parking lot】Yes

Hello to all viewers of Cool Japan Videos! This is the Shimoda Tourist Association. Shimoda City, Shizuoka Prefecture, sits at the southern tip of the Izu Peninsula in Shizuoka Prefecture. With a population of about 20,000 as of January 2024, Shimoda is known for its beautiful scenery framed by sea and mountains. ◇◆◇◆Introducing the history of Shimoda City◆◇◆◇ Shimoda played a historically important role as the place that led Japan to open to the world. Known as the landing site of Perry, the Shimoda Kaikoku Museum preserves and shares that historical background and is a must-see spot. ◇◆◇◆Sightseeing spots to visit in Shimoda City◆◇◆◇ Surrounded by the sea and mountains, Shimoda offers many recommended attractions. In this first Cool Japan Videos post, we briefly introduce some of them. ・Shimoda Underwater Aquarium This aquarium uses a natural Shimoda inlet, and its grounds equal roughly the size of one Tokyo Dome, where you can encounter a variety of marine life. You can observe creatures raised in environments close to nature right before your eyes. ・Shirahama Ohama Beach (Shirahama Beach) With emerald-green, clear water and beautiful white sand, this beach ranks among Japan’s most beautiful bathing beaches. Nearby shores offer marine activities such as surfing, sea kayaking, and diving. ・Ryugong Grotto This cave features a roughly 50-meter-diameter skylight and a mystical atmosphere, making it a popular power spot. Viewed from above, the cave’s heart-shaped formation makes it a photogenic spot. ・Perry Road This road was walked by Perry’s delegation when the Black Ships arrived in the late Tokugawa period. It retains a retro historical charm and is a popular sightseeing spot. ・Shirahama Shrine The oldest shrine in the Izu district with a history of 2,400 years, it is a sacred spot known for blessings related to matchmaking and improving love fortunes. ・Black Ships Tour Boat and Izu Cruise Board the Black Ship “Sasukehana” for a scenic cruise of Shimoda Port from the sea. ・Roadside Station Kaikoku Shimoda Minato From the terrace you can enjoy panoramic views of Shimoda Port. The shop offers many local souvenirs, especially abundant seafood including splendid alfonsino. ・Mt. Negata Nature Park Accessible via the 540-meter ShimodaRopeway, the park’s observation deck offers sweeping views of Shimoda Port. You can also enjoy seasonal flowers throughout the grounds. ◇◆◇◆Local specialties and gourmet food in Shimoda City◆◇◆◇ Shimoda City in Shizuoka Prefecture is blessed with fresh seafood. Seafood dishes are popular, and items such as igenda miso hot pot, kinme croquette, sanma sushi, tokoroten, spiny lobster, splendid alfonsino, and hijiki seaweed are specialties you should try when visiting Shimoda. ◇◆◇◆Events and festivals in Shimoda City◆◇◆◇ Shimoda hosts a variety of popular festivals, events, and gatherings throughout the year. Here are some of Shimoda’s well-known festivals. ・Shirahama Sea Festival Summer Fireworks A fireworks display held at Shirahama Ohama Beach; in 2023, 1,173 shells of sea fireworks were launched. ・Shimoda Taiko Festival A festival associated with Shimoda Hachiman Shrine that dates back about 400 years, featuring more than 14 taiko floats and portable shrines parading through Shimoda. ・Tetsutsu Fireworks The traditional hand-held tetsutsu fireworks performed at Kawachi Suwa Shrine in the Inabusawa District are handmade using methods passed down through generations. ◇◆◇◆Enjoy the wonderful scenery of Shimoda City, Shizuoka Prefecture◆◇◆◇ Shimoda offers lush natural attractions, historical sites where you can feel Japan’s past, plentiful leisure facilities, rich marine activities, and welcoming inns and hotels to soothe your travel fatigue. Shimoda’s charms are abundant. We will continue to bring you recommended information about Shimoda City, Shizuoka Prefecture, so stay tuned!

Spend a blissful time in the beautiful town, Kawazu Town When you visit surrounded by the nature of the sea and mountains, and the Accommodations in the town! The lodging I would like to introduce this time is "Mutsumi-an, a Japanese dog lodging where you can stay with your dog". ・ Dog Run "Dog Square" is about 200 tsubo in size! You can play while looking at Sagami Bay and part of Izu Nanashima in the distance. Fun meals include Izu seafood, mountain food, Izu seafood, Kinmedai sea bream, local fish sashimi, and Wagyu beef shabu-shabu with your dog. ◆Detailed Information◆ 【Spot name】You can stay with your dog Wami no Dog Lodging Mutsumi-an 【Address】Mitaka, Kawazu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Prefecture, 777-7 Kawazu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Phone number 0558-32-1700 Check-in/Check-out is 4:00 p.m., Check-out 10:00 a.m.　 [Total number of rooms] 5 【Pick-up/drop-off】No pick-up/drop-off 【Parking lot】8 cars

The 81st issue of Atami de Asobo, the magazine that introduces restaurants, souvenir shops, and other businesses in Atami City, has been published. This free paper is packed with ways to enjoy Atami. It features 74 recommended spots, including trending eateries and shops offering special deals, Japanese, Western, and Chinese restaurants, safe nightlife venues, day-use hot springs, and specialty stores. This issue also includes a special feature titled "Retro Atami Time: Savoring the Past at a Historic Western-Style Restaurant." Copies of Atami de Asobo are available from the Atami City Tourism Association, the Atami Tourist Information Center (Lusca Atami station building, 1st floor), the Atami Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and other local shops, so please pick one up.

When you visit go sightseeing in the Kawazu cherry blossoms town of "Kawazu Town" and Please enjoy the exquisite gourmet of Kawazu Town! This time, I would like to introduce "Kappo Ishida". ・ Feel free to enjoy the taste of a long-established inn We will prepare a Japanese course meal that makes the most of the season. The dining place is a completely private room, so you can spend a relaxing time. If you wish, we will also accept meals in a separate room with an open-air bath. Our stores will serve meals using the facilities of a long-established inn. ◆Detailed Information◆ 【Spot name】Kappo Ishida 【Address】Yatsu, Kawazu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Prefecture, 226, Kawazu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Phone number: 0558-32-1001 【Business hours】Inquiries due to reservation system 【Regular holiday】Reservation required 【Parking lot】Yes Other By reservation only required.

Spend a blissful time in the beautiful town, Kawazu Town When you visit surrounded by the nature of the sea and mountains, and the Accommodations in the town! The lodging I would like to introduce this time is "Japanese-style pension Ginsen". ・ The beach is also nearby, and the Fee is the same all year round except for the year-end and New Year holidays and Obon. 3 minutes walk from Kawazu Station. Two baths are natural hot springs and can be reserved. Dinner is a Japanese set centered on fresh local fish. ◆Detailed Information◆ 【Spot name】Japanese-style pension Ginsen 【Address】Kawazu-cho Hama, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Prefecture 183-2 Phone number: 0558-32-0955 Check-in/Check-out is 3:00 p.m. and check-out 10:00 a.m. [Total number of rooms] 8 【Pick-up/drop-off】No pick-up/drop-off 【Parking lot】3 cars

A gourmet guidebook collecting genuinely delicious local-favorite restaurants, "Jimoto Gourmet: Atami & Yugawara," will be published! When the Izusan debris flow disaster struck in 2021, the publisher, Izukyu Cable Network Co., set out to return the support it had received from industry peers to the communities hit by that disaster and by the COVID-19 pandemic. This guidebook was produced as a token of gratitude and encouragement for those communities. Under the principle of "no advertising fees whatsoever," the book is filled with crowd-sourced restaurant tips, interviews spotlighting local contributors, profiles of athletes from the area, and information on anime and manga set in Atami—offering a wealth of hometown knowledge. If you’re interested or a fan of Atami, please pick up a copy♪ Jimoto Gourmet: Atami & Yugawara Publisher: Izukyu Cable Network Co., Ltd. On sale from April 1, 2024, at the following locations - Bushu Yamakichi, Lusca Atami store (2nd floor, Lusca Atami building at atami station) - Ishigaki Bookstore (1st floor, Atami Ekimae Daiichi Building) - Iwakami Bookstore (1189-20 Yawatano, Ito City, along National Route 135) Price: 500 yen (tax included)

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 "Robata". ・ A cup of fresh seafood as a snack Not only the snacks, but also the sashimi is fresh and delicious! ◆ Detailed information ◆ 【Spot name】Robata 【Address】322-5 Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Kawazu Town Sasahara Phone number: 0558-32-2220 【Business hours】18:00~24:00LO23:00 【Regular holiday】Closed on Sundays 【Parking lot】Yes