[Winter Oyama 2024] Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays from January 13 (Sat) ~ 28 (Sun), 2024 ★Runs until 19:00 This year, too, for 6 days only in winter, the Oyama Cable Car will be operated at night. Those who ride after sunset (16 o'clock) can participate in the lottery. The view from the Oyama Amari Shrine was also selected as a two-star Michelin Green Guide Japon. In the clear winter air, the night view is indescribably beautiful and captivating. Please take this opportunity to visit us.

【First Yakushi in Reiwa 6】 Yesterday, the annual Yakushi event "Hatsuyakushi" was held, and it was crowded with many pilgrims. Around 12 o'clock, there was a line of cars in the parking lot of the Hyuga Yakushi bus stop and the Yakushi Forest Road, and it was difficult to pass each other. After turning back, I was finally parked in the parking lot of Bochu and walked from the mountain gate to the main hall. An elderly man who came down said, "You're afraid to come, I don't have porridge anymore," and I stopped in my tracks. But a picture is worth a thousand words. We had just started the climb, so we hurried ahead. When I went up to the main hall, I found that the porridge oven was still being cleaned, and unfortunately I couldn't have it this year. However, even after the distribution of porridge was over, there were constant pilgrims, and it was Hyuga Yakushi who was celebrating a lively New Year's holiday.

Aishu Koide Seven Lucky Gods Original Colored Paper Mount on sale! The Aishu Koide Seven Lucky Gods Stamp Rally will be held on January 4 (Thursday) ~ 31 (Wednesday), 2024. This time, in addition to the pink mount that is distributed free of charge, we will sell an original colored paper mount with the name of the temple where the Seven Lucky Gods are enshrined. If you collect 7 stamps, you will want to decorate your room...! At the beginning of the ninth year, why don't you invite good fortune in the new year by visiting the Seven Lucky Gods with a colored paper mount in one hand? 9 [Sales location] (1) Chigasaki City Tourist Information Center (in the free passage of JR Chigasaki Station) Business hours: 10 a.m. ~ 7 p.m. Closed: Year-end and New Year holidays (December 29th ~ January 3rd) (2) Chigasaki City Tourism Association (1-2-53 Chigasaki, Chigasaki-shi, Toyoko Inn Shonan Chigasaki Station North Exit 1F) Business hours: 8:30 a.m. ~ 5 p.m. Closed: Saturdays, Sundays, national holidays, year-end and New Year holidays (December 29th ~ January 3rd) [Selling price] 500 yen (tax included) [Number of tickets sold] Limited to 200 tickets Contact: Chigasaki City Tourism Association TEL: 0467-84-0377 (Weekdays 8:30 a.m. ~ 5 p.m. except 12/29~1/3)

【Hadano Ukiyo-e Gallery】 Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter The Tale of Genji Picture Scroll of the Four Seasons The gallery will hold an exhibition project "Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter: The Tale of Genji Picture Scroll in the Four Seasons" from January 20 (Sat) ~ March 10 (Sun) in the 6th year of Reiwa. ◆Opening hours: 9:00~19:00 (until 17:00 on Tuesdays and holidays) ◆ Closed: Monday (the next day if it is a holiday), January 26 (Friday), February 16 (Friday) ◆Venue: Hadano Ukiyo-e Gallery (Hadano City Library, 2nd floor) ◆ Admission fee: Free ◆ Contact: Hadano City Cultural Promotion Division 0463 (86) 6309 ◆Organizer: Hadano City

[We are looking for Shonan Hiratsuka weaving princess! ] 】 9We are looking for "Shonan Hiratsuka Weaving Princess" to promote the charm of Hiratsuka! 9 13 Would you like to be a weaver too? The application period is until Monday, January 15, Reiwa 6. Entry takes about 5 minutes, so it's easy! For details, check out the official website of the Shonan Hiratsuka Tanabata Festival! We are looking forward to receiving many applications. 〇Inquiries Shonan Hiratsuka Tanabata Festival Executive Committee Secretariat [Hiratsuka City Industrial Promotion Department, Commercial Tourism Division, 0463-35-8107]

【Isehara Visit】2024.1.4 The Isehara City Tourism Association has started today. Once again, thank you for your continued support this year. I immediately paid my respects to the Sannomiya Hinata Shrine and the Isehara Daijingu Shrine, and prayed for the further promotion of tourism this year. In addition, I would like to express my heartfelt sympathy to those affected by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake in the 6th year of Reiwa, and pray for a speedy recovery. *Lots of events in 2024* ♦January 8 (Mon) Hyuga Yakushi's first yakushi. Porridge behavior is scheduled. ♦Saturday, January 6 Curlin Cafe opened ♪ It's the debut of Kururin yaki at Hinata Marche! ♦Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays from Saturday, January 13 to Sunday, January 28 You can enjoy the winter night view with the Oyama Cable Night View Service. ♦Saturday, February 3 Setsubun Festival. It will be held at Oyama Amari Shrine, Sannomiya Hinata Shrine, and Isehara Daijingu Shrine. ♦February 4 (Sun) In the Shimokitazawa Road Street Footbath Campaign, Isehara is also scheduled to open a store at the Atsugi event. ♦February 10 (Sat) ~ 12 (Mon) PR campaign & store opening at Japan Heritage Event in Yurakucho ♦February 14 (Wed.), 15 (Thu.) We will sell Isehara souvenirs in the lobby of Isehara City Hall. ♦March 10 (Sun) The 39th annual Mt. Oyama Mountaineering Marathon is coming up. ♦From Thursday, March 14 We are planning to exhibit the works of the students of the pottery class at the Nakakulin House Showcase at the station. Please look forward to various events this year as well!

Nice to meet you! This is the Yamato City Event and Tourism Association in Kanagawa Prefecture. Yamato City, Kanagawa Prefecture is located in the center of Kanagawa Prefecture and has a population of 243,412 (as of December 2023). It is an area designated as a "special city" with a population of 200,000 or more. In this first post, we will introduce various sightseeing spots and event information in Yamato City, as well as other attractions unique to Yamato City! ■■ Tourist information of Yamato City, Kanagawa Prefecture ■■ ◇ Izumi no Mori It is a vast park with an open area of about 42 hectares (about 9 times the size of Tokyo Dome) that spreads around the Yamato water source. Due to the trust movement to conserve nature in Kanagawa Prefecture, it has been designated as a "Kanagawa Trust Green Area", and the rich nature in the park is preserved. In the park, there is a wetland botanical garden, a local folk house garden, a petting campsite (day campsite), a nature observation center, Shirakashi no Ie, and more! It is also possible to rent cooking and barbecue supplies necessary for the day camp free of charge at the Fureai campsite. ◇Johoji Temple It is a temple that is close to Izumi no Mori and is also one of the Kannon Sacred Grounds and Sagamihara Sacred Grounds centered on Sagamihara City, Kanagawa Prefecture in the Minami-Tama district of Tokyo ~ Kanagawa Prefecture. In the quiet and peaceful atmosphere of the precincts, you can enjoy the cherry blossoms in full bloom in spring and the autumn leaves in autumn. ◇ Fureai no Mori Located at opposite ends of the Izumi Forest and the Tomei Expressway, Fureai no Mori is a forest with the theme of water, greenery, and flowers. In the park, there are plenty of places where you can enjoy the four seasons, such as an herb garden, a rose garden, an orchard (Higashikari green area), and a petting plaza! ◇Kakurinji Temple Founded in 1569 (Sengoku period), it is a temple of the Pure Land sect. The large precincts that spread out at the end of the stone steps are one of the attractions. In addition, seasonal nature such as cherry blossoms and azaleas is also a highlight. Every year in January, the "Daruma Market" is held. ◇Atsugi Air Base Atsugi Naval Air Station (Atsugi Air Base) is a military airfield of about 507 square meters, straddling the cities of Yamato and Ayase in Kanagawa Prefecture. Every year in April, the U.S.-Japan Friendship Spring Festival is held, where the base is open to the public, and you can enjoy powerful aircraft displays, American food, and live concerts. ◇ Yamato Yutori Forest It is a sports and recreational park that is popular with the locals. The park is divided into a "picnic area" with recreational facilities, a "scenic area" with a lawn and lush greenery, and a "light sports plaza" area with tennis courts. A barbecue area is located near the tennis courts, where guests can enjoy a barbecue. (*Reservation required) The "Naughty Plaza" in the picnic area has large complex playground equipment for different ages and is very popular with children! ◇Yamato City Cultural Creation Base Sirius Born on November 3, 2016 in the east area of Yamato Station, this is a new cultural spot! It is a facility that combines various attractions such as an arts and culture hall, a well-equipped children's reading room, a music practice studio, and a local resource corner with exhibitions. ■■ Event information in Yamato City, Kanagawa Prefecture ■■ ◇Yamato Citizen Festival Held in May every year, it is a popular festival visited by many people from inside and outside the city. There will also be a stage program and participatory and hands-on events, and there will be plenty of highlights! There will be about 200 different stalls lined up in the venue, and a parade will be held for about 1.2 km. In 2023, it was held for the first time in four years, and about 90,000 people visited over two days. ◇ Kanagawa Yamato Awa Odori Kanagawa Yamato Awa Odori, one of the three major Awa Odori dances in the Kanto region, began more than 40 years ago as an event in a local shopping district. Awa Odori groups (local associations) from all over the country gather to perform over two days, each dressed in colorful costumes, and the sight is spectacular! It has become a summer tradition in Yamato City, Kanagawa Prefecture, and in 2023, about 300,000 people visited the two-day event on July 29 and 30. On the official website of the Yamato City Event and Tourism Association, the "Yamato Guide Map" is available. Please check it out! (If you would like a printed guide map, please visit the Yamato City Event and Tourism Association, which is located on the 2nd floor of the Yamato City Cultural Creation Base Sirius.) ） We will continue to deliver the charm of Yamato City, Kanagawa Prefecture, where nature and history coexist! We would appreciate it if you could use it as a reference for sightseeing. Thank you for your continued support.

Nice to meet you! This is the Isehara City Tourism Association. Isehara City, Kanagawa Prefecture is located in the center of Kanagawa Prefecture and has a population of 101,495 (as of December 2023 (Reiwa 5)). Approximately 1/3 of the total area is occupied by mountain forests and wilderness, making it an area rich in nature. In addition, it is about 60 minutes from Shinjuku Station on the Odakyu Odawara Line (Rapid Express / Express), which is easy to access! In this first post, we will introduce Isehara City, focusing on sightseeing spots in Isehara City, Kanagawa Prefecture! ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ Sightseeing spot information in Isehara City, Kanagawa Prefecture ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ■ Oyama / Oyama Cable Car / Oyama Temple / Oyama Afuri Shrine Located in a corner of Tanzawa Oyama Quasi-National Park, Mt. Oyama at an altitude of 1251.7 meters is one of the most popular climbing spots in the Kanto region! In 2016, it was also recognized as a "Japan Heritage". From the top, you can also see the Sagami Plain and the skyscrapers of Tokyo in the distance, and it has been selected as one of the "50 Scenic Spots in Kanagawa". ・Oyama Cable Car The Oyama Cable Line, commonly known as the Oyama Cable Car, is a cable car with a total length of 0.8 km. You can easily access the summit of Mt. Oyama while enjoying the nature of Mt. Oyama through the large windows. ・Oyama Temple It is a temple located on the side of a large mountain, also known as Mt. Aburi. In autumn, when the maples lining both sides of the stone steps leading to the main hall change color, it is also famous as a scenic spot for autumn leaves. The "Momiji Festival" is also held, and it is crowded with many people. There are four types of shuin stamps, and a special edition with powerful gold letters is also available. [Access: Get off at Oyama Temple Station on the Oyama Cable Car and walk for about 3 minutes] ・Oyama Afuri Shrine This shrine was founded more than 2,200 years ago and enshrines the three gods of Oyama Sho Ōkami, Ōikazuchi Kami, and Takaokami. The head office (main shrine) is located at the top of Mt. Oyama, and the lower office is located in the middle. The view you can see when you get off the Oyama Cable Car Afuri Shrine Station, which has been awarded 2 stars in the "Michelin Green Guide Japon", is a must-see! [Access: Get off at Oyama Cable Car "Afuri Shrine Station"] ■Hinata Yakushi The official name "Hinatasan Hojobo" is one of the three yakushi in Japan, whose main shrine is the statue of Yakushi Nyorai. Until the end of the Edo period, it was called "Hinatasan Ryozenji" and was a base for Hyuga Shugen, where monks piled up penance in the spiritual land. Every year in mid-September, red spider liliies bloom around Hyuga Yakushi and many people visit. Hyuga Yakushi is full of highlights, including the statue of a Kongo sumo wrestler on the approach! At the Treasure Hall, a facility built to house cultural properties, it is possible to see 23 historic Buddha statues, 8 designated by the government and 2 designated by the prefecture. In addition, the main hall "Yakushido", which features a thatched roof, is also designated as a nationally designated important cultural property. ■ Isehara Tower Mountain Ryokuchi Park In the vast park, which covers a total of about 13 hectares of parks and civic green spaces, there are promenades and lawn squares, where you can enjoy a relaxing time while being healed by nature. The promenade is well maintained, so even small children can enjoy hiking with peace of mind. ■ Sangakuen It is a tangerine orchard with a cultivation area of 1 ha and about 900 tangerine trees! The tangerine picking season runs from mid-September to February. From mid-September, you can enjoy very early mandarin oranges such as Hinanohime and Nichinan No. 1, and from early October, you can enjoy picking varieties of mandarin oranges such as Miyagawa Hayao and Taguchi Hayao. In addition, from spring to summer, you can experience barbecue and vegetable harvesting! Since Sangakuen is located on the side of a mountain, you can enjoy the scenery of Sagami Bay, Enoshima, and the Boso Peninsula on a sunny day. ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ Event information in Isehara City, Kanagawa Prefecture ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ In Isehara City, Kanagawa Prefecture, various events are held throughout the year. ■Setsubun Festival Celebrities are invited and held at Oyama Afuri Shrine, Sannomiya Hibita Shrine, Isehara Daijingu Shrine, etc. [Period: The day before Risshun] ■Annual Spring Festival (Hibita Shrine) Hibita Shrine has been a famous power spot since the Jomon period! At the annual festival held in spring, three colorful and vivid Karakuri festival floats go around the town. One of the attractions is the traditional performing arts village Kagura held in the temple grounds! There are also 200 stalls unique to the festivals. (At the time of 2023) [Date: Usually held in April] ■Oyama Illustrated Lantern Festival It is a fantastic festival where handmade Illustrated lanterns line up along the Oyama Shindo (bypass) and illuminate the road at night. The Illustrated Lantern designs include motifs based on Nishiki-e paintings from the Edo period, as well as paintings of popular characters. Events such as stamp rallies will also be held during the period. [Period: Mid to late August every year] ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ Accommodation information for Isehara City, Kanagawa Prefecture ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ Isehara City is dotted with inns, shukubo, and hotels nestled in the quiet mountains. At each accommodation, you can taste dishes made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients, or just use them for meals. Accommodation information is also introduced on the official website of the Isehara City Tourism Association, so please refer to it! Isehara City, Kanagawa Prefecture is rich in attractions, such as the powerful nature of Mt. Oyama, historical landmarks, and shrines and temples with a mysterious atmosphere. We will continue to disseminate the charm of Isehara City, Kanagawa Prefecture on this account. Thank you in advance!

In Kanagawa Prefecture, the "Kanagawa Railway Discount" has been launched to offer discounts on planned railway tickets in order to attract many tourists from inside and outside the prefecture and enjoy sightseeing around the prefecture. Save up to 30%! Please take advantage of the discount campaign "Kanagawa Railway Discount" for special planning tickets and enjoy Kanagawa Prefecture to the fullest! [How to use] Please register as a member from the web page of each railway operator and purchase a special ticket. On the day of the trip, please present your special plan ticket at the station or stopping facility and enjoy your trip. * Depending on the railway operator, the discount target for special tickets, the amount of discounts, and the method of use differ. For details, please check the website of each railway operator.

[Izu-Hakone Railway Co., Ltd., Izu-Hakone Bus Co., Ltd.] Let's go to Mt. Daxiong's first pilgrimage by train and bus! Izu-Hakone Railway Co., Ltd. and Izu-Hakone Bus Co., Ltd. will operate a "Hatsu-Hakone Temporary Train and Route Bus" from midnight on New Year's Eve to New Year's Day to improve the convenience of those who go to the 2024 Mt. Saijoji Temple for the first time. The temple is known as a sacred place with a history of 600 years since its founding, and many people come to visit for the first time on the third day of the new year. The Daeongsan Line was opened in 1925 for the purpose of transporting people who came to visit the temple, and it serves as a foot for those who come to worship by train and bus. About the operation of "Hatsuyo Temporary Train (Odawara Station ~ Taioyama Station")] ●Date and time: December 31, 2023 (Sunday) 23:35 ~ January 1, 2024 (Monday) 5:45 ● Hour table: The departure times of each station are as follows 　　　　　　The whitewashed part (train number 501~519 down, 500~518 up is the time of the special train) ） ●Transportation: Odawara Station ~ Daiosan Station Adults 280 yen Children 140 yen About the operation of the "First Pilgrimage All-Night Route Bus (Daxiongsan Station ~ Dōryōson")] ●Date and time: December 31, 2023 (Sunday) 22:30 ~ January 1, 2024 (Monday) 16:40 ● Timetable: Anytime - Time required: about 10 minutes ● Boarding and alighting location: Temporary bus stop in front of Daesung Mountain Station 　　　　　 It is different from the usual bus stop for Doryoson. ● Transportation: Bus: Daeongsan Station ~ Doryoson Adults 300 yen Children 150 yen ●Note: For 3 days from January 1st ~ 3rd, additional flights will be operated during daytime hours. 【Inquiry】Izu-Hakone Railway Taiosan Line, Odawara Station 　　　　　　TEL. 0465（22）9173 　　　　　Izu-Hakone Bus ・ Odawara Office 　　　　　　TEL. 0465（34）0333

The Zushi City Tourism Association in Kanagawa Prefecture posted their first post on Cool Japan Video! Zushi City is a popular tourist spot where you can easily enjoy marine sports and is easily accessible from Tokyo in about 1 hour. For the latest information on Zushi City, please get it on Cool Japan Video. Please follow us!

【Sagamihara City】 We are looking for "The 18th Sagamihara City Tourism Goodwill Ambassador"! Sagamihara City is a city where rich nature and urban charm are in good harmony, and there are many diverse and attractive sightseeing spots. In recent years, as an SDGs Future City, we have been working on various ingenuities to revitalize the region and solve local issues, and promote sustainable urban development. We are looking for the 18th Sagamihara City Tourism Goodwill Ambassador who will cheerfully promote the charm of Sagamihara City through tourism events, campaigns, media, SNS, etc.! Please become a tourism goodwill ambassador and promote Sagamihara City! We look forward to receiving many applications!

【Ninomiya Town】 The 20th Azuma Wild Vegetable Flower Watching At the summit of Mt. Azuma, 60,000 early-blooming rape flowers are in full bloom from late December. You can see the panoramic Tanzawa, the mountains of Hakone, Sagami Bay, the Izu Peninsula, and when the weather is favorable, the beautiful white Mt. Fuji spreads out in front of you. At this time of the new year, please take a look at the beautiful scenery that will remain in your heart in yellow, light blue, and white. During the period, events such as stamp rallies and receipt rallies, hiking from the station, and sales of local products are held on weekends. A 5-minute walk from Ninomiya Station to the entrance and a 20-minute walk from the entrance to the summit! You can easily enjoy ♪ hiking We look forward to seeing you there. 【Period】January 13 (Sat) ~ February 18 (Sun) in Reiwa 6 Place: Azumayama Park 【Opening Hours】8:30~17:00 【Organizer】Ninomiya Town Tourism Association 【Co-organizer】Ninomiya Town 【Support】Kanagawa Prefecture, Kanagawa Prefecture Tourism Association 【Contact】Ninomiya Town Tourism Association 0463-73-1208 (9:00~17:00)

Kanagawa Historical Tour 2023 will be held! In various places in Kanagawa Prefecture, guide groups that are members of the Kanagawa Guide Council hold tours to unravel various histories. Why don't you go around the historical places of Kanagawa through the eyes of a guide who is familiar with the local area and history? We look forward to your participation! 【Tsurumi Sightseeing Guide Association】Walk through the old Tokaido and Ma inns and visit the surrounding area 【Tsurumi Highlights Guide Association】 Walk through the old Tokaido and Ma inns and visit the surrounding area Date: Saturday, January 20, 2024 9:30 a.m. ~ 【Atsugi Tourism Volunteer Guide Association】Walking along the Oyama Highway "Atsugi-juku to Aiko-juku" [Atsugi Tourism Volunteer Guide Association] Walking along the Oyama Highway "From Atsugi-juku to Aiko-juku" After the middle of the Edo period, the people who visited the mountain became popular We will introduce the Oyama Highway from the Sagami River ferry terminal. Date: January 19, 2024 【Hadano City Tourism Volunteer Association】Walking through Yagurasawa ~Beyond Zenba Pass~ 【Hadano City Tourism Volunteer Association】 Walking through Yagurasawa ~Beyond Zenba Pass~ Date: Wednesday, February 7, 2023, 9 a.m. [Yokohama City Guide Association] "Walking along the scenic spot Sodegaura from the old Tokaido / Kanagawa Inn" [Yokohama City Guide Association] "Walking along the scenic spot Sodegaura from the old Tokaido / Kanagawa Inn" Date: Monday, January 22, 2024 For more information on the tour and how to make a reservation, please follow the link on the official website in your profile!

【Prefectural Hakone Park】 Christmas Project We will hold an event for children "Christmas Boots Search"! To coincide with Christmas, we will hold a Christmas project "Christmas Boot Search" for children under elementary school age for three days from Saturday, December 23, 2023 to Monday, December 25, 2023, limited to 20 people each day. For more information, please see the link on the official website listed in your profile!

NICE TO MEET EVERYONE WHO WATCHES COOL JAPAN VIDEOS! This is the Zushi Tourism Association. Zushi City, Kanagawa Prefecture is located in the southeast of Kanagawa Prefecture and is bordered by Yokohama City, Kamakura City, Hayama Town, Yokosuka City, and Sagami Bay. It takes about 1 hour by train or car from Tokyo and has good access, making it a recommended area for day trips. In this first post, we will introduce various sightseeing spots and event information that cannot be missed when sightseeing in Zushi City, Kanagawa Prefecture! [Popular sightseeing spot information in Zushi City, Kanagawa Prefecture] ■Hiroyama Park Located at the top of Mt. Hiro, it is a popular viewing spot. When the weather is good, you can see Mt. Fuji from the observatory in the park, and it has been selected as one of the "50 Scenic Spots in Kanagawa", "50 Parks in Kanagawa", and "100 Views of Fujimi in the Kanto Region". ■Malibu Farm Zushi Marina It is a resort facility with a yacht harbor, hotel, restaurant and café, event space, condominiums, chapel and tennis courts. There is also a restaurant where you can enjoy the sea and a café terrace where your dog is OK! It is also used for filming TV dramas and movies, and you can enjoy the outstanding location. ■SHOPPING PLAZA HAYAMA STATION Hayama Station, which opened in September 2016, has about 26 stores, including antenna shops and fresh foods in the Zushi and Hayama areas. (As of December 2023) Local gourmet food and local vegetables are enriched! It is recommended for purchasing souvenirs and as a base for sightseeing. ■Zushi Coast It is a tourist attraction that represents Zushi City! YOU CAN ENJOY VARIOUS MARINE SPORTS SUCH AS WINDSURFING AND SUP. In addition, the scenery of the sunset on the Zushi Coast won the "Miura Peninsula Sunset Grand Prix No. 1", and it is also attracting attention as a scenic spot. The area around Zushi City is also a great area for driving. In particular, the coastal route from Zushi to Hayama allows you to enjoy the beautiful coastline and blue sea, and you can enjoy the feeling of refreshment. The official website of the "Zushi City and Zushi Tourism Association" also publishes Zushi City tourism model plans (model courses)! We would appreciate it if you could refer to it. [Event information in Zushi City, Kanagawa Prefecture] ■Zushi Coast Fireworks Festival Fireworks launched from boats floating in Zushi Bay to the Zushi Coast area brightly color the night sky in early summer. About 7,000 fireworks set off in time with the music are spectacular! (Contents at the time of the 2023 event) ■Zushi Kaigan Film Festival This film festival started in 2010 with the theme of "Play with the Earth". The Zushi Kaigan Film Festival, which is celebrating its 12th anniversary in 2023, is usually held during Golden Week and is visited by many people. The film will be screened after sunset on a large screen set up on the beach of Zushi Beach. You can enjoy a movie in the best location! At the venue, there will be a food court, a seaside merry-go-round, and daily events. (Contents at the time of the 2023 event) [Workation information in Zushi City, Kanagawa Prefecture] In recent years, the number of users has been increasing as a way to spend vacations while teleworking at resorts and hotels, and "workation" (a coined word that combines "work" and "vacation"). In Zushi City, there are many workspaces such as cafes, co-working spaces, and accommodation and recreational facilities. In addition, there are plenty of activities that you can experience in between work! In addition to marine sports such as SUP, you can also experience incense making, ukulele classes, yoga, and more. On the official website of the Zushi City and Zushi Tourism Association, you can also search the workspace of Zushi. We will continue to deliver information on the charms of Zushi City, Kanagawa Prefecture, as well as sightseeing and events. Thank you in advance!

The Manazuru Town Tourism Association in Kanagawa Prefecture also participated in the Cool Japan Video! The Kifune Festival, one of the three major ship festivals in Japan, is held, making it an area full of recommended spots and events. Please follow us so that you don't miss the sightseeing information of Manazuru Town!

It is "TOWERS Milight "UP" held at Minato Mirai in Yokohama. "TOWERS Milight "UP" is an event in which all the office floors of 40 corporate buildings in Minato Mirai are lit up for one day only during the Christmas season. Therefore, it is a very valuable scenery that can only be seen one day a year. On the contrary, an event called "TOWERS Milight "DOWN" is scheduled to be held from 2024.

It is "TOWERS Milight "UP" held at Minato Mirai in Yokohama. "TOWERS Milight "UP" is an event in which all the office floors of 40 corporate buildings in Minato Mirai are lit up for one day only during the Christmas season. Therefore, it is a very valuable scenery that can only be seen one day a year. On the contrary, an event called "TOWERS Milight "DOWN" is scheduled to be held from 2024.

I took a picture of Yokohama's illumination, Yornoyo 2023, from the Yokohama Port Osanbashi International Passenger Ship Terminal in Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture. From Minato Mirai to Yamashita Park, music and illuminations work together to color the city. The photo shows the Yokohama Marine Tower and the Japan Yusen Hikawa Maru on the Yamashita Park side.

I took a picture of Yokohama's illumination, Yornoyo 2023, from the Yokohama Port Osanbashi International Passenger Ship Terminal in Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture. From Minato Mirai to Yamashita Park, music and illuminations work together to color the city. The photo is of the Minato Mirai side.

This is a photo of Minato Mirai from the Osanbashi International Passenger Ship Terminal of the Port of Yokohama in Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture. Minato Mirai is a development area where new buildings are constantly being built, but old buildings are also used for restaurants, shops, government buildings, etc., and it is an area where you can see a very beautiful cityscape where new and old things coexist.

It is a bronze statue of Heihachiro Togo and a memorial ship Mikasa in Mikasa Park in Yokosuka City, Kanagawa Prefecture. Mikasa was built in England during the Meiji era, and was a battleship that was very active in the Russo-Japanese War with Secretary Heihachiro Togo on board. It is the oldest surviving steel battleship in the world, and you can actually board it and see the inside of the ship at that time.

Nice to meet you! This is the Manazuru Tourism Association. In this account, we will send out the charm of Manazuru Town in Kanagawa Prefecture. Thank you in advance! Manazuru Town, Kanagawa Prefecture, is located in the southwestern part of Kanagawa Prefecture and is the second smallest town in Kanagawa Prefecture with a population of 6,740 (as of November 2023 (Reiwa 5)). The Iwasawa River, which originates in Mt. Hoshiga, is covered with forests and is also a natural conservation area. In this first posting, we will introduce Manazuru Town in Kanagawa Prefecture, as well as information on sightseeing spots, festivals, and events! ◆ Sightseeing information of Manazuru Town, Kanagawa Prefecture ◆ 【Cape Manazuru】 Located at the tip of the Manazuru Peninsula, it is a popular spot that has been selected as one of the "Kanagawa Scenic 50 Selections"! There are promenades in the forest and along the coastline, so you can easily take a stroll. At the tip of the cape, a huge rock protruding from the surface of the sea called "Mitsuishi" is also a highlight! Mitsuishi is also popular as a famous place for the first sunrise. 【Matsumoto Farm】 It is a mandarin orange farm in a great location overlooking Sagami Bay. Every season, you can experience mandarin orange picking, sweet summer citrus picking, and daffodil flower picking. The park is also equipped with a dog run and barbecue area! You can also play with a rental dog. 【Manazuru Sea Station (Manazuru Bay Marina)】 It is mainly a marina (port facility) that welcomes visitors from the sea, such as pleasure boats and yachts. Only temporary mooring is available. (*Advance reservation required) Fresh fish, vegetables and souvenirs are also sold. There are also hot spring resorts in the vicinity, and there are also plenty of cafeterias where you can taste seafood. 【Kibune Shrine】 It is a shrine founded in 889 where the main god of the country, the chief god of things, and the god Sukunabikona are enshrined. It is said to have benefits such as family safety, business prosperity, and prayer for good luck. The Kibune Festival, held every July, is one of Japan's three major ship festivals. It is also designated as an Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property. Brightly decorated with lanterns and flower decorations, it is an annual grand festival in which Kohaya boats and mikoshi boats cross the sea. 【Iwa Beach】 About a 20-minute walk from Manazuru Station on the JR Tokaido Line, about 5 minutes by bus, and a hidden gem with good access! The waves are calm, so it is also recommended for families. Scuba diving, fishing and marine activities are also available. In the summer, the marine athletic "Manazuru Water Park" will be available for a limited time! (As of 2023) There are plenty of rental spaces, playground equipment, kitchen cars, hot showers, etc., so you can spend a comfortable time. 【Manazuru Peninsula Sightseeing Boat】 It is a sightseeing boat that allows you to enjoy the Manazuru Peninsula from the sea! It will be a round trip between Manazuru Port and off the coast of Mitsuishi (about 30 minutes). You can enjoy Hatsushima, Oshima, Kibune Shrine, Mitsuishi, etc. from the sea. ◎ Boarding fee Adults: 1,500 yen Up to junior high school students: 1,000 yen *Free for preschoolers and pets 【Manazuru Town Folklore Museum】 It is a museum where you can learn about the history and life of Manazuru. It is located in the former house of the Tsuchiya family, which flourished in the stone industry, and arts and crafts, daily necessities, and materials related to the fishing and stone industries are also on display in the building. In addition, special exhibitions will be held on various themes! The "New Year's Exhibition" is being held until January 28, 2024. ◆ Gourmet and accommodation information in Manazuru Town, Kanagawa Prefecture ◆ Speaking of gourmet food in Manazuru Town, after all, seafood! There are many cafeterias and sushi restaurants in the town. Please enjoy the dishes using fresh fish. The town is also dotted with fresh fish shops and string shops that are perfect for souvenirs. At the "Manazuru Nabura Market" held at Manazuru Port on the last Sunday of every month, you can buy not only fish but also vegetables and handicrafts. In Manazuru Town, Kanagawa Prefecture, there are many accommodation facilities such as minshuku, inns, and hotels. There are a wide variety of facilities such as rooms with ocean views, inns with a nostalgic atmosphere, and facilities with co-working facilities. You can choose according to your preference. Manazuru Town in Kanagawa Prefecture is a great area where you can spend a quiet time with nature. It is also a town loved by cultural figures such as Akiko Yosano, Naoya Shiga, and Natsume Soseki. We will continue to deliver the charm of Manazuru Town here! We hope you will find it helpful for your trip to Manazuru. Thank you in advance.

【Hakone Gora Park】 Christmas illumination "Forest Tunnel" is now being held! To coincide with Christmas, the Christmas tree illumination "Forest Tunnel" is held at the event hall in the park. The event will run until Monday, December 25, and from Tuesday, December 26, guests will be welcomed with a New Year's version of the decoration. For more information, please see the link on the official website listed in your profile!

[Sagamihara City Tourism Association] Capture Sagamihara! We have opened a cycle page with everything from standard courses to minor routes! The Sagamihara City Tourism Association has released a special website "SAGAMIHARA RIDE" to introduce cycle routes in collaboration with the "Cycle Media Wheel" for beginners and advanced cyclists who aim to participate in races. For more information, please see the link on the official website listed in your profile!

The Atsugi City Tourism Association in Kanagawa Prefecture also participated in the Cool Japan video. We will be sending out tourist information about Atsugi City, so please follow us!

Let's enjoy the charm of Kanagawa by cycling! The route map around the rich nature is complete! With the aim of revitalizing the region through sports, the prefecture is promoting cycle tourism initiatives that promote wide-area excursions by taking advantage of the prefecture's rich natural environment. This time, we have formulated 14 cycling routes in cooperation with municipalities and local organizations as a recommended route plan for touring Kanagawa's attractive spots such as gourmet food, sightseeing, and outdoor sports by bicycle. For more information, please see the link on the official website listed in your profile!

NICE TO MEET EVERYONE WHO WATCHES COOL JAPAN VIDEOS! This is the Atsugi Tourism Association. Atsugi City, Kanagawa Prefecture is a city with a population of 224,102 (as of December 2023 (Reiwa 5)) located in the center of Kanagawa Prefecture, and is an area rich in nature through which the Sagami River, a first-class river, flows. Since there is a highway interchange, it is also characterized by good transportation access! The Atsugi Parking Area (Atsugi PA), located on the way to Tokyo on the Tomei Expressway, is equipped with a smart IC that can be used 24 hours a day. In addition, Atsugi PA has a Japanese-style appearance inspired by a post town, and you can enjoy gourmet food unique to Atsugi City, such as fish set meals directly from Numazu Port. In this first post, we will introduce Atsugi City, Kanagawa Prefecture, as well as recommended sightseeing information! --- Things to do in Atsugi, Kanagawa --- ■Atsugi Onsen Town■ "Atsugi Onsen Town" includes Iiyama Onsen, Nanasawa Onsen, Hirosawaji Onsen, and Kabutoyu Onsen. Both hot springs are located in a mountain village about 30 minutes by car from Hon-Atsugi Station and the Atsugi Interchange on the Tomei Expressway, and are located in the back of Atsugi, surrounded by lush nature. The quality of the spring is a highly alkaline spring with beautiful skin. Why don't you spend such a luxurious time soaking in the hot water and enjoying gastronomy? ■Strawberry picking■ Strawberry picking can be enjoyed from late December to spring every year. Taste the ripe strawberries that are unique to freshly picked. The strawberry garden in Atsugi City is "all-you-can-eat for 30 minutes". You can also enjoy comparing different types of strawberries. Join your family and friends and enjoy delicious strawberries. Please be sure to make a reservation or confirmation by phone. Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays can be very crowded, so make your reservation as early as possible. For details, please contact each farm. * The price is "all-you-can-eat for 30 minutes" ● Depending on the growing conditions and reservation status, it may not be possible to pick strawberries even during the season. When you go out, please be sure to make a reservation or confirm by phone. ● Prices are subject to change. For details, please contact each farm. ■Iiyama Hakusan Forest Park■ It is a park with an area of about 33 hectares and beautiful nature in all four seasons. It spreads across Hakusan and Satoyama, and is adjacent to Iiyama Kannon, which is famous for cherry blossoms. Hakusan hiking trails and trail running trails are also available, so you can easily enjoy a walk. The summit of Mt. Hakusan is a spectacular spot where you can see all the way to Yokohama and Shinjuku! In addition, the cherry blossom plaza in the park is in full bloom around the end of March every year, and many people visit during the Atsugi Iiyama Cherry Blossom Festival. ■ Iiyama Kannon "Chokokuji" ■ Located in the middle of Mt. Hakusan, it is a temple of the Koyasan Shingon sect, which has been selected as one of the "50 Best Kanagawa Scenic Spots" and "100 Kanagawa Flower Spots". Kannon-do is designated as a tangible cultural property of Atsugi City, and the bell of the bell tower hall is designated as an important cultural property designated by the prefecture. The precincts show various colors depending on the season, and cherry blossoms, hydrangeas, daffodils, and maples are popular attractions. During the Atsugi Iiyama Cherry Blossom Festival, the cherry blossoms on the approach are in full bloom, and it is crowded with many cherry blossom viewers every year. One of the highlights is the 400-year-old "Inumaki Tree", which is designated as a natural monument of Atsugi City! ■Higashitanzawa Green Park■ An outdoor facility with a 3.5-kilometer-long athletic course spread out in the forest. There are 36 points that utilize the slopes of the mountain, such as log bridges and ropeways, and there are also points that young children can enjoy, so children and adults can use it with confidence. In addition, there is also an outdoor barbecue and a fishing pond center. You can also enjoy a walk on a mountain bike. ■Koganei Sake Brewery■ It is a sake brewery with a history of more than 200 years, which has been in business since 1818 in the late Edo period. It is also the only sake brewery in Atsugi City. "Daiginjo Sakarimasu" brewed by Koganei Sake Brewery won the Gold Award at the National New Sake Appraisal Competition for three consecutive years! ■Prefectural Nanasawa Forest Park■ It is one of the largest urban parks in Kanagawa Prefecture. Located at the foot of Higashitanzawa, you can enjoy nature throughout the year with cherry blossoms, fresh greenery, and autumn leaves. Forest therapy, art programs such as pottery, and hands-on programs such as nature observation are also held! There is also an outdoor barbecue area in the park, where you can enjoy barbecue empty-handed (business period: March ~ November * Charged, reservation required, food can be brought in). ■ Ogama Benzaiten ■ Located in the upper reaches of the Osawa River, it is a benzaiten (river goddess) enshrined for begging for rain. The origin of the name "Ogama Benzaiten" is said to be derived from the fact that the waterfall basin resembles the bottom of the kettle. It is also popular as a power spot and a refreshing spot! ■ Tree Cross Adventure ■ A life-changing experience on a forest adventure that originated in France! It is a forest adventure park that originated in France and can be experienced in the size of one Tokyo Dome. You can enjoy a total of 10 courses, a 700-meter zipline, and one of the most high-level attractions in the Tokyo metropolitan area. There are some courses that can break your heart, where you can experience bouldering at a height of 15 meters, but there are also courses for beginners that you can easily try. After getting the hang of it up to the 1~5th course, the highlight of the park, the 173m zipline, will appear. In front of the zipline where you can't see the future and the scenery with the drop spreading out at your feet, your legs may be weak, but let's have the courage to jump out! You're sure to have a wonderful experience that will last a lifetime. ■Atsugi City Ogino Athletics Park■ It is a facility that is popular with locals as a base for sports and recreation. There is a heated pool that is open all year round, tennis courts where you can play at night, a gymnasium, a stadium, and more! At the entrance of the "Multipurpose Plaza" on the vast lawn, the "Iki Iki Health Plaza" is equipped with 12 types of health equipment. It is used as a place to build physical strength. In addition, in the wildflower garden in the park, flowers of the four seasons bloom, and it is also known as a flower attraction spot. Atsugi City, Kanagawa Prefecture, is also known as the birthplace of the warlord Mori clan (Mori-shi), and is also an area where remnants of historical figures and celebrities remain. It is also recommended to visit Atsugi City while following historical spots. Please visit Atsugi City and experience its charm! In the future, this account will continue to provide information on Atsugi City, Kanagawa Prefecture. Thank you in advance!

It's been a long time since I went to 🏝️ Enoshima When I was aiming for the sunset at my favorite place, I was able 🌅 to take a picture of something out of the ordinary. It's also nice to see Tombi dancing gracefully in the thick clouds 🤩.