Photo taken from the old Nakagawa riverbed. A place where you can photograph whitebirds and bulbuls at close range. It goes very well with cherry blossoms

It was expected to be cloudy until the day before, and it will be cloudy until the morning on the day of the event. Meanwhile, the cloudy weather from noon to morning clears up like a lie, and Mejiro and the others gather at Kawazu cherry blossoms. What do you see beyond your gaze?

In the past, I often saw astragalus fields dyed pink, but recently I have seen them less and less. At that time, I found a place where the astragalus and the yellow flowers blooming in the field were blooming together, and I took a picture. I hope that this kind of scenery will remain forever as a spring landscape in Japan.

It is Tokusa Hachimangu Shrine in Yamaguchi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture. Shidarezakura weeping cherry blossoms and Someiyoshino were in full bloom and in full bloom.

Awa Kominato Iinanboushuu Tsuu Oukan #Kamogawa City #Chiba Prefecture #Nativity Temple #Anbo Kominato Station

Kamogawa Matsushima Sometimes there is such a scene #Kamogawa City #Chiba Prefecture #Yaoka Coast

Tsurumai Park in the Rain It is a park in Nagoya City Representative that has been selected as a "100 best cherry blossom viewing spots place". In addition to watching the cherry blossoms at night by lighting up the cherry blossom forest, there is also a kitchen car and a beer garden, which is a place to look forward to this season, but this year I enjoyed the moist cherry blossoms in the rain. Tsurumai Park, Showa-ku, Nagoya, Aichi

This photo was taken at a river near our house. Cherry blossoms and muscari were blooming beautifully.

In the midst of fresh greenery, many people come to enjoy canoeing and rafting on the Kitayama River in Wakayama Prefecture. In May, sightseeing rafting also begins. The surface of the clear river also shines emerald green.

Speaking of spring, rape flowers and cherry blossoms Collaborations that you want to shoot in various places Rape blossoms and cherry blossoms. I want to take this collaboration pictures in various places.

On Sunday, April 7th, we will hold a cherry-blossom viewing market. The location is the Urban–Rural Exchange Plaza at Sakuma Dam Lake in Kyonan Town. We will have coffee, tea, ikamenchi (fried squid cakes), marinated sardine rice bowls, marmalade jam, baked goods, and more. Please come and join us.

*The images are from past events.* From Tuesday, April 9 through Tuesday, April 16, the Ichimura Kiyoshi Technical Foundation Botanical Research Garden will open to the public for its spring viewing. Seikeisō was the villa of the late Ricoh San-Ai Group founders Kiyoshi and Yukie Ichimura. Later used as a company retreat by the Ricoh San-Ai Group, it was bequeathed to the foundation in 1988 according to the late Mrs. Yukie’s wishes after her passing. A mountain stream runs through the garden, and many trees, flowering plants and mosses form a rich plant ecosystem. Below the garden you can see Sagami Bay and Hatsushima; farther out, Izu Oshima appears on the horizon, while surrounding mountains and trees shelter the site. Normally the garden is used only by researchers involved in plant studies, but it opens to the public twice a year: in spring when fresh green leaves and flowers are at their best, and in autumn when the foliage turns vibrant. Please take this opportunity to enjoy the beautiful spring garden. Ichimura Kiyoshi Technical Foundation Botanical Research Garden — Spring Public Opening Period: Tuesday, April 9 to Tuesday, April 16, 2024 Address: 11-8 Ainokahara-cho, Atami City Phone: 0557-81-2656 Opening hours: 9:30 (gate opens) to 15:30 (gate closes) Admission: Free Access: From JR Atami Station or JR Kinomiya Station, take a bus bound for Ainokahara Housing Complex, get off at Kamiainekahara, then walk about 50 m downhill. Please note that the schedule may change suddenly depending on circumstances, so check the foundation’s website before visiting.

Cherry blossoms 🌸 at Asahikawa City Hanasaki Sports Park The contrast between pink and green! A hidden gem 🎵 recommended for a walk There is a 🎾 tennis court next to the cherry tree

It has been warm for the past few days. Wondering how the Asian skunk cabbage (mizubashō) was doing, I went down to the marshes along the Poppo Road, the former Karikachi Line trackbed. It seemed a little early, but nearby adonis (fukujusō) were blooming with delicate flowers. Soon the mizubashō will bloom as well...

Despite being adjacent to Tokyo, Saitama prefecture is often overlooked by tourists. However, this prefecture has a lot to offer with its mesmerizing natural beauty. Currently, Kita Asaba Sakura Zutsumi is gaining attention, thanks to photographers who have captured its beauty. I visited this place last year, but this year, I witnessed the astonishing view of the pink sakura rows against the backdrop of the snow-capped mountains.

Cherry blossoms released by photographer Toshinobu Takeuchi Many of the old cherry trees have withered, and new children's cherry blossoms have begun to grow. Gunma Prefecture Annaka City Upper and Lower Autumn Cherry blossoms in autumn

Miyajima, Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima　 Recommended spots in Hiroshima #Miyajima 👈 The first photo with 📸 drooping cherry blossoms and deer The path of the deer. In the morning, deer descend from the mountains. On this day, the weather was good and it was a cherry 🌸 blossom viewing day. Many tourists enjoyed 😊🌸 cherry blossom viewing After noon, it will be full of tourists, so if you want to take pictures, morning is recommended! 📸

How to Harvest Sap and Make Chiffon Cake Held as a winter nature-watching event A project to collect sap from white birch trees. Participants gathered in front of the community center and rode a bus to the collection site. “Do you know what sap is like?” In response, one elementary school student gave a detailed explanation, prompting cheers of “Oh!” from the group. At the site, an outdoor lesson began on how to drill holes to collect sap and on the tools used for harvesting. Because temperatures had dipped in the days just before the event, no sap could be collected, but using sap gathered last year, participants also made chiffon cake. They mixed the batter and poured it into molds. Both children and adults worked with lively expressions. The baked chiffon cake was fluffy and disappeared in no time. Chiffon cake is sold irregularly at Yumemura Mori no Garden during events, so if you see it, please consider buying one! #Nishiokoppe Village #birch sap #mokuiiku (wood learning) #chiffon cake #Yumemura Mori no Garden

Cherry blossoms 🌸 at night on a starry night This is Edohiganzakura in Yorii, Saitama Prefecture. It was a 400-year-old Edohigan cherry tree and was crowded with many people! Even when I took pictures with the stars at night, there were a lot of photographers.

Mt. Yoshino from a decaying house. The contrast with the glamour. Nara Prefecture Yoshino Yamanaka Senbon

I landed at Takamatsu Airport to see the cherry blossoms in Kagawa, but unfortunately the cherry blossoms in Kagawa Prefecture had not yet bloomed, so I rented a car and went to Kochi, which was already in full bloom. Niyodogawa Town is famous for its Niyodo Blue, but the cherry blossoms at the 500-year-old Gourd Sakura Park in Niyodogawa Town are spectacular. The cherry blossoms illuminated by the moon at night were divinely beautiful.

On-site final check of the flow for the birch sap harvesting experience rehearsal starting the day after tomorrow. I was worried because it snowed the day before yesterday, but thanks to the warm weather today I could relax as sap oozed out when we drilled into the birch. It still seemed a little early for full-scale harvesting—the sap collected about 50 ml in one hour. With daytime temperatures forecast to exceed 10°C through the coming weekend, I expect the yield will stabilize. The birch sap harvesting experience runs from Friday the 5th through Sunday the 14th of this month, and reservations are possible even the day before. If you’re interested, please join us. Visitors who only want to observe are also welcome. Please note that the event will not be held if there are no participants, so contact the tourism association in advance. For details, contact Shintoku Town Tourism Association at 0156-64-0522.

Hello, the 🌸 cherry blossoms in Shinshu Suzaka have not bloomed yet、、、 This time, we would like to introduce the "5 major cherry blossoms of Toyooka". A little away from Suzaka City a little higher altitude There is a spot in the Toyooka area where you can enjoy the splendid "Ipponzakura". Since the altitude is higher than the urban area, the Garyu Park 100 best cherry blossom viewing spots It blooms later than sakura. Please go out to Shinshu Suzaka to find your favorite cherry blossoms. ~The Five Great Cherry Blossoms of Shinshu Suzaka and Toyooka~ 🌸 The Shidarezakura weeping cherry blossoms tree of the Obinata Kannon-do is about 250 years old 🌸 The Shidarezakura weeping cherry blossoms tree at Choumyouji Temple is about 400 years old 🌸 The Shidarezakura weeping cherry blossoms tree in Borairi Kannondo is about 250 years old 🌸 The cherry blossom tree at Enmei Jizodo is about 430 years old 🌸 Benten's Shidarezakura weeping cherry blossoms tree is about 250 years old * The earliest blooming "Shidarezakura weeping cherry blossoms of Obinata Kannon-do" is scheduled to 🌸 bloom around April 7. 　Flowering forecast as of April 3, 2024 Please contact us for the best time to see it. Contact: Shinshu Suzaka Tourism Association ☎026-215-2225

The weeping peach blossoms at Rendaiji are now at their best⋈◍＞◡＜◍。✧🎵 The Weeping Peach Village Festival, running through April 7, has reached full bloom 🌸Now in peak bloom🌸! Deep pink, light pink, and white flowers drape from the branches, creating an extraordinarily beautiful sight. Someiyoshino and other cherry trees around Shimoda City seem to be blooming a little later than usual this year. Another feature of Rendaiji is the abundant hot spring springs that gush forth. Most of Shimoda Onsen draws its source water from the Rendaiji Onsen springs✨♨✨ The hand bath feels so nice~🎵♨^○^ On clear days, the 118 steps reveal Japan’s largest hina-dan display! Weather forecasts predict rain starting April 3, but please come to Rendaiji in full spring bloom when the skies allow!

The snow is melting little by little The snowmelt water is beautiful. It looks like I'll be able to go here and there on my bike again soon

Early blooming tulips 🌷 This is located in Higashimatsuyama City, Saitama Prefecture It is a state-run Musashi Hills Forest Park. It is the earliest in Saitama Prefecture and you can see 🤤 early-blooming tulips You can 😁 feel spring one step ahead

There is a good atmosphere even in the morning when the sun does not shine. Shot on iPHONE 11 PRO 26mm Takehara, Tsu, Mie Prefecture 2024/3/18

Tsuyama Castle is a symbol of Tsuyama City, which has been selected as one of the "100 Famous Castles in Japan" and "100 best cherry blossom viewing spots in Japan", and is crowded with many tourists in spring. On the day I visited, the weather was blessed and the petals of the cherry blossoms were shining very beautifully. It visits every year in the spring.

◆Gensuke Turnip Greens Harvesting Experience & Pickling Workshop◆ When it comes to Shinshu pickles, nozawana is famous, but in Minami Shinshu the pickles made from Gensuke turnip greens are the local favorite. Exposed to frost, these greens develop a unique crunch and a pleasant sweetness that make for delicious pickles. Be sure to try Gensuke turnip greens, a winter staple of Minami Shinshu. [ Gensuke Turnip Greens Harvesting Experience ] The flow of the Gensuke turnip greens harvesting experience is as follows. 1. Check in at Toyooka Travel Time ↓ 2. Drive by private car to the field ↓ 3. Harvesting experience (you harvest yourself) ↓ 4. Return to Toyooka Travel Time for weighing and payment Recipes are available for those who would like one. ■Period November 27 (Monday) – December 20 (Wednesday) New registrations are closed. Available until supplies run out. ■Registration place and time Registration place: Toyooka Travel Time Registration hours: 10:00–15:00 ■Fee 200 yen per 1 kg ■What to bring Kitchen knife / String to tie the turnip greens ■How to reserve Advance reservation is required, so please contact us with your desired harvest date. Toyooka Travel Time (Toyooka Village Tourism Association) Hours: 9:00–18:00 12407 Kamiine, Toyooka Village, Shimoina-gun, Nagano Prefecture 399-3202 TEL: 0265-49-3395 FAX: 0265-49-3396 On the day, registration, weighing, and payment will be handled at Toyooka Travel Time. [ Gensuke Turnip Greens Pickling Workshop ] Under the guidance of experienced staff, you can harvest, pickle, and take home your turnip greens. They will carefully teach you pickling methods and tips for making delicious pickles. ■Date Sunday, December 3 ■Registration place and time Registration place: Toyooka Travel Time → Please pay at registration. Registration hours: 12:30–13:30 ■Schedule 1. Check in at Toyooka Travel Time (12:30–13:30) ↓ 2. Drive by private car to Tamurabara field (harvest field) ↓ 3. Harvesting experience (you harvest yourself) ↓ 4. Move to Daichi, the Agricultural Support Center (pickling workshop location) ↓ 5. Pickling workshop ■Pickling workshop location Toyooka Village Agricultural Support Center Daichi Processing Experience Room (the workshop lasts approximately two hours) 3128-1 Kamiine, Toyooka Village, Shimoina-gun, Nagano Prefecture 399-3202 ■Harvesting location Tamurabara field ■Fee 2,700 yen per participating group (one barrel), which includes 3 kg of cut turnip greens for pickling If you want to harvest more than 3 kg, an additional 200 yen per kg will be charged. ■What to bring Kitchen knife / Kitchen gloves / Rubber boots / 15-L pickling barrel (if you do not have one, barrels are available for 1,000 yen each) Rain gear as needed depending on the weather ■How to reserve Advance reservation is required. Reservations are accepted up to the day before the experience. For reservations and inquiries: Toyooka Travel Time (0265-49-3395 FAX: 0265-49-3396)

◆Vegetable Harvest Experience◆ Enjoy filling a bag with seasonal vegetables throughout the year. You may eat the vegetables you harvest in the field. This value-packed plan lets you taste vegetables at their freshest. 【 Details 】 ※Reservations are currently being accepted※ Reservations are prioritized. Same-day reservations are also possible. Please contact us by phone. ■Period ● Early July to late January (held in light rain) ■Reception time and duration ● Reception: 10:00–14:00 ● Duration: About 1 hour ＝Notes＝ ・Please complete reception at least 10 minutes before your reservation time. ・If you are late for your reservation time, we may be unable to accommodate you. ■Fees (tax included) Admission + Vegetable Harvest Experience Fee ① Admission Fee Adults (15 years and older) 300 yen per person ※Free for junior high school students and younger ② Vegetable Harvest Experience Fee For regular cars (up to 10 passengers) and kei cars (up to 4 passengers), please use from one bag per vehicle. ● Small bag 500 yen ● Medium bag 1,000 yen ● Large bag 1,500 yen (Bag size reference: plastic bag S, M, LL) See “About the Vegetables” for the vegetables you can harvest. ＝Notes＝ ・We prepare 2–3 kinds of vegetables for harvesting, but harvest times may shift due to weather and other conditions. ・You cannot specify which vegetables you will harvest. Thank you for your understanding. ・Harvestable vegetables will be announced at reception on the day. ■Large vegetables (additional charge) Large vegetables that do not fit in a bag will incur an additional charge. Prices will be provided at reception on the day. Extra-charge vegetables must be paid for separately at the farm, so please prepare small change. Large vegetables = Chinese cabbage, cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, watermelon The above large vegetables are priced at market value. ■Vegetable Grilling Kit (tax included) You can sample the vegetables you harvest in the field. (Usage time: about 1 hour per group) One set 1,000 yen ＝Contents＝ Outdoor gas stove / cutting board / knife / seasonings such as salt and pepper / chopsticks and plates for each person / garbage bags ＝Notes＝ ・This kit is for grilling vegetables for tasting. Bringing other food is not permitted. ・No drinking water is available at the farm. (Please bring your own.) ・Water for handwashing is provided. ・Please take any brought garbage home with you. ・Alcohol consumption and other brought food at the farm are strictly prohibited. ■Flow on the day ① Reception (Toyotabi Time) / Payment (prepayment) ② Move to the farm ③ Vegetable harvest experience (vegetable grilling available for those who wish) ④ Disband on site ＝Notes＝ ・All transfers are by private car. ・If you wish to purchase additional items at the farm, only cash payments are accepted on site. ■What to bring ・Shoes that can get dirty or rain boots ・Gloves for harvesting (work gloves, etc.) ・Towel ・Drinks ・Rain gear (in case of rain) ※Harvesting requires both hands. You cannot harvest while holding an umbrella. ■Other ・There are no restrooms at the farm. Please be aware in advance. ・Please park at the farm following staff instructions. ・If farm management determines that the harvest experience is difficult for any reason, we may, regrettably, cancel the activity. ■Meeting place & Contact Toyotabi Time (Toyooka Village Tourism Association) Hours: 9:00–18:00 12407 Kamiine, Toyooka Village, Shimoina-gun, Nagano Prefecture 399-3202 TEL: 0265-49-3395 Email: toyotabi@nagano-toyooka.jp 【 About the Vegetables 】 List of vegetables available by season No vegetables can be harvested from January to May, so the experience is not available then. Because cultivated varieties change with that year’s weather and other factors, you cannot specify which vegetables will be harvested. Please contact Toyotabi Time directly for the actual cultivation status. ■Summer (June–August) Lettuce, cauliflower, broccoli, cucumber, bell pepper, zucchini, okra Eggplant, corn, potatoes, onions, daikon radish, carrots, parsley, shiso, watermelon ■Autumn (September–November) Cucumber, bell pepper, zucchini, okra, eggplant, pumpkin, spinach, komatsuna, bok choy Lettuce, cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, sweet potato, daikon radish, Chinese cabbage, long green onion ■Winter (December) Chinese cabbage, long green onion, carrots, Gensuke turnip greens, spinach, komatsuna, bok choy (Gensuke turnip greens are a pickling green popular in Minami Shinshu.) 【 How to Reserve 】 Same-day guidance is possible, but reservations are prioritized. We recommend booking in advance as we may not be able to accommodate you on the day. ■By phone 0265-49-3395 Reception hours 9:00–18:00 ■Online reservation Vegetable picking web reservation page ■Cancellation fee There is no cancellation fee. Please be sure to contact us by the reserved time on the day.