Summer vacation is halfway through! 🍉 Here are some recommended summer spots in Miyoshi that you can still enjoy. 😊 🏴Miyoshi Cormorant Fishing @ukai.344 Address: Miyoshi Ukai Cormorant Fishing Boat Boarding Area, Tōkaichi Shinsui Park, Miyoshi City, Hiroshima Prefecture Period: Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and Mondays from June 1 to September 10 Time: 7:00 PM to around 8:40 PM Eligibility: All ages welcome Fee: Adults 4,000 yen, Elementary school students 1,500 yen Preschool children are free for one child per adult Lunch boxes available as an option Reservation: Search online for "Miyoshi Cormorant Fishing Miyo DMO" Others: Receive a limited mini-gift with the Miyoshi Drive Discount ****************Miyoshi Drive Discount***************** ① Install the Walk @round Miyoshi app (Search for "Miyoshi Tourism" in the app) ② Tap on 【Special Campaign】 in the center of the screen ③ From the list of 【Drive Discount】, tap on the relevant store ④ Tap on the 【Drive Discount】 banner ⑤ Ask the staff for a lucky number and enter it ⑥ Tap on 【Get the Benefits】 ⑦ Show the screen to the staff to complete. ************************************************** 🏴Hirata Tourist Farm @hirata.farm Address: 1740-3 Uedamachi, Miyoshi City, Hiroshima Prefecture Opening Hours: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Old folk house cafe noqoo is 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM) Closed: Wednesdays and Thursdays Obon Period Operations: Open as weekends and holidays during the Obon period Others: 10% discount on entrance fee with the Miyoshi Drive Discount, available for up to 4 people Reservations for berry picking can be made through the Hirata Tourist Farm website 🏴Ozekiyama Rail Mountain Bike @sakuracycle_miyoshi Address: Inside the Former Ozekiyama Station, 1770-1 Sanjicho, Miyoshi City, Hiroshima Prefecture Period: Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays from March to November Time: 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM (every 30 minutes) ※Last boarding time is 3:30 PM Eligibility: For the driver's seat, height must be 145 cm or taller, middle school students and above For the auxiliary seat, ages 3 and up (2 and up can ride if held by a guardian) Fee: 1 vehicle for 1 person (driver's seat) 1,000 yen (auxiliary seat) 500 yen 1 vehicle for 2 people (driver's seat) 1,500 yen (auxiliary seat) 500 yen Reservation: Search online for "Rail Mountain Bike Miyo DMO" Go to the reservation site from the bottom of the page ※Reservations may not be necessary if there is availability on the day Others: If used in conjunction with the Miyoshi Mononoke Museum there is a discount on riding fees with the "Set Discount" (up to 20% OFF) Discount coupons are distributed at the museum and the former Ozekiyama Station. 🏴Yume Land Funo @michinoeki_funo Address: 661-1 Funocho, Mizuho City, Hiroshima Prefecture Business Hours: Hometown Side Dish Buffet open on weekends and holidays from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM (L.O. 2:00 PM) (※Open during the Obon period from August 8 to August 16) Lunch Restaurant Funo open on weekdays from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM Marugoto Funo Ice Cream Shop open daily from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM (until 5:00 PM on weekends and holidays) Funo Interaction Market open from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM Obon Period Operations: Open without closing during the Obon period Others: With the Miyoshi Drive Discount, you can get a two-color serving of the single cone at Marugoto Funo Ice Cream Shop. 🏴Kimita Kodomo Yuenchi Address: Kimita Town, Miyoshi City (Search "Kimita Kodomo Yuenchi" on the map) ※Please take your trash home. 🏴Gonokawa Canoe Park Sakugi @canoepark_sakugi Address: 116 Koyodo, Sakugi-cho, Miyoshi City, Hiroshima Prefecture Business Hours: 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM Cafe & Restaurant Canoe Hours: Lunch Time 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM Cafe Time 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM Closed: Tuesdays (※No closure during summer vacation) *******Cautions for River Play******* ▶Please keep an eye on children at all times. ▶Wear a life jacket. ▶Wear marine shoes with fixed heels and ankles. ▶Do not go deeper than knee height, and avoid strong water currents. 🏴Miyoshi Mori no Pokke Address: 10456-2 Higashisakeyamachi, Miyoshi City, Hiroshima Prefecture Summer Vacation Hours: 9:30 AM to 4:10 PM (90-minute total replacement system, limited capacity) 1st session 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM 2nd session 12:40 PM to 2:10 PM 3rd session 2:40 PM to 4:10 PM Closed: Wednesdays Obon Period Operations: Open without closing during the Obon period For more details, please check the official website of Miyoshi City. 🏴Okuda Genso and Oyume Art Museum @ogs_artmuseum Address: 10453-6 Higashisakaya-cho, Mizuho City, Hiroshima Prefecture Opening Hours: 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM (Last admission at 4:30 PM) Closed: Wednesdays (※Open on August 12 and 19) 🏴Miyoshi Fudoki no Oka Museum @hiroshima_prms Address: 122 Kodako-cho, Miyoshi City, Hiroshima Prefecture Opening Hours: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Last admission at 4:30 PM) Closed: Wednesdays (※Open on August 12) Others: With the Miyoshi Drive Discount, individual admission fees for permanent exhibitions and special exhibitions will be at group discount rates. 🏴Mirasaka Peace Museum of Art @mirasaka_heiwa_museum Address: 2825-1 Mirasaka, Mirasaka Town, Miyoshi City, Hiroshima Prefecture Opening Hours: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Last admission at 4:30 PM) Closed: Mondays 🏴Kumita Onsen Mori no Izumi @kimita_onsen Address: 311-3 Izumiyoshida, Kimita-cho, Mizuho City, Hiroshima Prefecture Business Hours: Bathing 〔General and Day Visitors〕10:00 AM to 8:30 PM (Last admission at 8:00 PM) Dining "Irori" 〔Lunch〕11:00 AM to 3:00 PM (L.O. 2:30 PM) 〔Dinner〕5:00 PM to 8:00 PM (L.O. 7:30 PM) Morning Market 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM Mori no Bakery 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Closed: Tuesdays

Title: A Wish Come True This photo was taken at the Wind Chime Festival held at Sagi Shrine in Hiroshima Prefecture. I was struck by the sight of one wind chime missing its strip of paper, and with its cool sound, I thought perhaps the wish of this wind chime had come true.

【9 Popular Restaurants in Miyoshi That Are Family-Friendly】 In Miyoshi, there are many places where you can enjoy meals comfortably with children. This time, we conducted a survey among our followers and selected nine recommended restaurants.✨ We received feedback about places with private rooms and kids' menus, as well as those with wonderful service.😊 Please save this for your outings and make use of it. *The photos featured are from the time of posting.* 【Cafe Coniglia】 @cafeconiglia 📞0824-63-8717 *Reservations are only accepted on weekdays.📞Reception.* Other: Drive discounts, participating in gourmet stamp rally. 【Kotonone Zakka Kissaten】 @koto.no.ne 📞0824-44-4370 Other: Private room available (usage fee 500 yen). 【Cafe & Dining Cassi Messi】 @cassi_messi 📞090-3003-0344 Other: Participating in gourmet stamp rally. 【Casual Italian Pecora Pasta】 📞0824-69-0308 【Tamuchan】 @tamusyouten_123456789 📞0824-62-5354 【Tanosimiya Enoki】 @tanosimiya_enoki 📞0824-64-3200 【Café Mike and Shirley】 @cafemikeandshirley 📞070-1874-8939 Other: Participating in gourmet stamp rally. 【Gohan & Coffee Futami】 📞0824-53-2007 【Roadside Station Yumeland Funo】 @michinoeki_funo 📞0824-54-2929 🍴Local Side Dish Buffet *60 minutes all-you-can-eat Adults (middle school and above) 1,760 yen Elementary school students 990 yen Children under elementary school age 715 yen Free for children 3 years and under.

【48th Miyoshi Kinsai Festival✨】 Miyoshi's proud summer festival "Miyoshi Kinsai Matsuri" will be held! ------------------------------ "Kinsai" means "welcome" in the dialect of the Miyoshi region. In dialect, "come on over" is expressed as "kinsai," implying an invitation to participate and watch. The Miyoshi Kinsai Festival is an event created by each citizen's participation. ------------------------------ *Source: Official website of the Miyoshi Kinsai Festival* The parade starts in front of the Miyoshi Chamber of Commerce and Industry and ends at the goal venue "Deai no Hiroba" in front of the former Miyoshi Fire Station! Along with the Miyoshi Donchan and dance, there will also be a Wampaku Village, International Village, and stage performances, ensuring a lively atmosphere along the parade route and at each venue!✨ We warmly invite you to the 48th Miyoshi Kinsai Festival!♪ 【Event Information】 48th Miyoshi Kinsai Festival Date: Saturday, July 25, 2026 Time: 16:00 – 22:00 (tentative) Location: From Miyoshi Chamber of Commerce to Deai no Hiroba *The event will be held rain or shine; it will be canceled in case of severe weather (notifications will be posted on the official website by around 8 AM on the day).* *For information on traffic regulations on the day, please check the official website and official Instagram.* 【Official Miyoshi Kinsai Festival Website】 URL: https://kinsai.net// Instagram: @kinsai_festa 【Schedule】 16:10 Opening Act & Ceremony 17:25 Parade Start 22:00 Finale (End) The schedule for the parade is included in images 5 to 7 of this post, so please check it out!♪ 【Contact Information】 Miyoshi Kinsai Festival Executive Committee Office Address: 1843-1 Miyoshi Town, Miyoshi City, Hiroshima Prefecture TEL: 0824-62-8868 FAX: 0824-62-8867

This is the Paperbush grove in Mushiidani, Akitakata City. The valley is completely covered with Paperbush, making it feel as if surrounded by a swarm of fireflies. Location: Hiroshima Prefecture, Akitakata City

【Enjoy a Budget-Friendly Trip to Miyoshi! Additional Drive Discount Spots🚙】 A service to enjoy exploring Miyoshi at a great price "Miyoshi Drive Discount" Have you already downloaded the free app? Due to popular demand, six new spots have been added this spring✨ Be sure to grab this reusable coupon and enjoy Miyoshi in a fun and cost-effective way😊 Feel free to share it with your family and friends♪ 🎫Miyoshi Mononoke Museum Hours: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM *Last admission at 4:30 PM Closed: Wednesdays (the following day if a holiday, year-end and New Year) Phone: 0824-69-0111 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mononoke0426... 🎫Bistro House TAKIYA Hours: 11:00 AM - 2:30 PM (LO. 2:00 PM) 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM (LO. 9:00 PM) Closed: Irregular holidays Phone: 0824-62-7048 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bistro_house_takiya... 🎫Hana Emi Cafe Hours: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Closed: Wednesdays, 2nd and 4th Tuesdays and Thursdays *Irregular holidays may apply Phone: 090-3220-8736 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bingoyasuda... 🎫Kisa 104 Hana Hokkaido Miso Ramen Hours: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM Closed: Tuesdays Phone: 0824-43-4410 *Connects to Xa104 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miyosi.kisa104raamen... 🎫Komeyutō Kirin Hours: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM *Open until 4:00 PM on weekends and holidays Closed: 1st, 3rd, and 5th Sundays, Mondays Phone: 0824-65-3188 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maihoumu... *Cash payments only 🎫Cafe Conilia Hours: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM (LO. 4:30 PM) Closed: Mondays, 3rd Sundays Phone: 0824-63-8717 *Reservations accepted on weekdays only📞 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cafeconiglia...

【A Journey to Iwaya Temple, Surrounded by Nature🍃】 Iwaya Temple, located in Miyoshi City, Hiroshima Prefecture, is a perfect hiking spot for the upcoming season. As you walk along the path surrounded by trees, you'll be healed by the gentle sunlight filtering through the leaves and the chirping of birds, allowing you to enjoy a pleasant mountain walk 😊 As you gradually gain elevation, the view opens up, and you will arrive at the serene Iwaya Temple. It takes about 40 minutes to walk from the entrance of the walking trail. In the upcoming season when the fresh greenery becomes beautiful, why not refresh yourself in nature? 【Iwaya Temple】 📍2112 Hateshiki-cho, Miyoshi City, Hiroshima Prefecture 🚌Bihoku Kotsu Bus from Miyoshi Station to Iwaya Temple (approximately 17 minutes)

【Miyoshi Spring Tour Model Plan🌸】 Don't miss out on a day trip! Here’s a two-day, one-night plan to fully enjoy Miyoshi in spring! At the facilities marked with a 🚗, you can use the driving discount from the Miyoshi Town Walking app✨ Be sure to download it and give it a try! 【DAY 1】 ◼︎Toretta Miyoshi Address: 10438 Higashisakaya-cho, Miyoshi City TEL: 0824-65-6311 Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Closed: Second Wednesday of every month (the following day if it’s a holiday) and New Year holidays ◼︎Hiroshima Miyoshi Winery Address: 10445-3 Higashisakaya-cho, Miyoshi City TEL: 0824-64-0200 Hours: 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM Closed: Second Wednesday from December to March, December 29 to January 1 🚗 Driving discount available through the walking app✨ ◼︎Miyoshi Asobi no Okoku Address: 10493 Higashisakaya-cho, Miyoshi City TEL: 0824-62-1994 ◼︎Cafe Coniglia Address: 47-1 Higashisakaya-cho, Miyoshi City TEL: 0824-63-8717 Hours: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Last order 4:30 PM) Closed: Mondays, third Sundays (the following day if it’s a holiday) 🚗 Driving discount available through the walking app✨ ◼︎Hiroshima Prefectural History and Folklore Museum (Miyoshi Fudoki no Oka Museum) Address: 122 Odakuyacho, Miyoshi City TEL: 0824-66-2881 Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (last admission at 4:30 PM) Closed: Mondays 🚗 Driving discount available through the walking app✨ ◼︎Miyoshi Grand Hotel Address: 10-1 Tokkaichiminami 1-chome, Miyoshi City TEL: 0824-63-3111 【DAY 2】 ◼︎Rail Mountain Bike 'Sakura Cycle' at the Former JR San'yo Line Ozekiyama Station Address: 1770 Miyoshi-cho, Miyoshi City TEL: 090-8646-6125 Hours: March to November (Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays) 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM (every 30 minutes) (Last boarding time: 3:30 PM) Closed: Mondays to Fridays ◼︎Hanauta Shokudo Address: 1691-4 Miyoshi-cho, Miyoshi City Hours: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM Closed: Varies by month *Please check the "Store and Merchandise Information" on the Miyoshi Mononoke Museum website ◼︎Yumoto Goichi Memorial Japan Yokai Museum (Miyoshi Mononoke Museum) Address: 1691-4 Miyoshi-cho, Miyoshi City TEL: 0824-69-0111 Hours: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM (last admission at 4:30 PM) Closed: Wednesdays 🚗 Driving discount available through the walking app✨ ◼︎cafe Fun Fun Fun Address: 1402 Miyoshi-cho, Miyoshi City 【March】 Hours: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Last order 4:30 PM) Closed: Mondays to Fridays 【April】 Hours: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Last order 3:30 PM) Saturdays and Sundays 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Last order 4:30 PM) Closed: Thursdays and Fridays 【MEMO】 The business days and hours will change from April! Now open on Mondays to Wednesdays, in addition to weekends! Enjoy a relaxing morning in a calm atmosphere✨ If you have any recommended spots in Miyoshi, please let us know in the comments!☺️💕

【The Beloved Chinese Cuisine in Miyoshi!】 A popular spot where you can casually enjoy authentic Chinese food 🍴 Introducing "Machikado Chuka Baihou" located in Tokaichi, Miyoshi City. The dishes served during lunch time include familiar favorites like "Mapo Tofu," "Dan Dan Noodles," "Five-Flavor Fried Rice," and "Dumplings" 😊 With simple seasoning that appeals to Japanese tastes, the care taken in preparation is evident, and the unpretentious deliciousness is the reason for its popularity 😋 Baihou is not just an ordinary "town Chinese restaurant." For dinner, you can fully enjoy authentic Chinese courses such as Peking Duck and Shark Fin Soup, as well as a variety of a la carte dishes featuring seafood and meat. Customers range from families with children to the elderly. Many people come here saying, "You can enjoy authentic Chinese cuisine in Miyoshi." Even during our visit, there were continuous orders for appetizers and reservation calls coming in✨ The owner, Mr. Sasaki, is from Miyoshi City. He was inspired to pursue this path after encountering truly delicious Chinese food while working part-time. "I want many people in Miyoshi to enjoy delicious Chinese cuisine." With that thought in mind, he returned to Miyoshi and opened the restaurant. "Machikado Chuka Baihou," loved by many repeat customers, is a place you should definitely visit 😊 ＼Introducing seasonal dishes and recommended menu items／ Check out the restaurant's Instagram @bai_feng53163✨ 【Machikado Chuka Baihou】 ■Address: 3-15-52 Tokaichi, Miyoshi City, Hiroshima Prefecture ■Business Days: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday *For other temporary closures, please check @bai_feng53163. ■Hours Lunch: 11:30 AM – (L.O. 2:00 PM) Dinner: 5:00 PM – (L.O. 9:00 PM) Close at 10:00 PM ■🅿 7 parking spaces next to the restaurant ■Phone: 0824-53-1630 ■Others *Please make reservations by phone. *Private rooms are available. *The dishes and menu items listed are as of the time of posting.

Updating cherry blossom reports for Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture! Uenoike, selected as one of Japan’s Top 100 Cherry Blossom Spots, is now about 50% in bloom 😍🌸✨ Find sakura updates here 🔽 https://www.shobara-info.com/special//4472... Uenoike Address: 1 Higashihonmachi, Shobara City Night illumination: Friday, March 20, 2026 (national holiday) through Sunday, April 19, 2026, 6:00 PM–10:00 PM

The cherry blossoms in Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture, in the Chugoku region of Japan are about to reach full bloom! The long, cold winter has come to an end, and spring is finally awakening the trees and plants. The Bihoku Flower Picnic at the National Bihoku Hillside Park is a famous cherry-blossom spot… Shobara City has many places to enjoy spring flowers, and it’s exciting to start planning outings now! This time, we introduce takeaway gourmet foods you can buy in Shobara City—perfect for spring excursions. Prefer snacks over flowers? Not at all—let’s enjoy both the blossoms and the treats! Read the article here🔽 https://www.shobara-info.com/report/5576...

Make shop-quality cakes at home in Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture! 🎂 Smiles-filled Forest Sweets Lesson🌳💛 ASAMI Sensei, based in Tojo Town, Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture, teaches “how to make shop-level cakes at home.” This popular lesson attracts students not only from Shobara City but also from outside the city, such as Miyoshi City. Beginner pastry maker and writer Ms. Maruyama went undercover to join the class! 👀 Here’s a report on the warm, friendly atmosphere of the lesson✨ 📣 Read the article here🔽 https://www.shobara-info.com/report/5561... Forest Sweets Lesson (held irregularly) Location: Tojo Jichi Shinko Center / Shobara Jichi Shinko Center, and others Fee: 7,500 yen — take-home whole cake (cash only) Upcoming sessions announced on Instagram (@asami_patissrie.ropos). How to apply: DM on Instagram or via official LINE

Delicious and fun! Sneaking into the Shobara Fan Festa! Fans from Shobara City in the nature-rich Hiroshima Prefecture gathered at Hirogin Holdings, Inc. "Tomorrow Square" in Naka Ward, Hiroshima City! We report on tastings of Hiba Beef and Yukiko (cheese), plus local sake sampling ✨ Read the article here🔽 https://www.shobara-info.com/report/5555...

Setsubunso in Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture is now in full bloom! 🌼💛 Setsubunso, a wildflower that heralds spring in Soryo town, Shobara City. It is said to be named because it begins to bloom around Setsubun, which corresponds to the lunar calendar’s New Year’s Eve.✨ Its small white blooms look charming, and it gives off a citrus-like fragrance. That sweet, refreshing scent is even called the "scent of first love"! 📌The public viewing period for the natural habitat runs until Sunday, March 8. For more details, see below🔽 https://www.shobara-info.com/event/5451... Please come and visit Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture✨ (Fukujusou, seribaouren and other flowers are also in bloom)

Two patches of the native spring flower setsubunso, which signal the arrival of spring, are now in full bloom in Soryo Town, Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture! 🌼 Other spots are progressing and are about 30% in bloom, too—so come and see! The Setsubunso Festival will be held on Sunday, March 8, 2025. We hope you can join us! ▶ Event details here https://www.shobara-info.com/event/5451... ▶ Setsubunso bloom updates (updated regularly) https://www.shobara-info.com/special/4467... ▶ Featured in our editorial report! Published 2025.03.06 “The Scent of First Love” Visiting Setsubunso: Exploring the wild colonies and nearby lunch spots https://www.shobara-info.com/report/4967... Access: About a 15-minute drive from Shobara IC on the Chugoku Expressway 🚗

"Come to Miyoshi Town and stop by ‘Yorinsai♪’" Let us introduce Yorinsai, a diner on Miyoshi-machi Ishidatami Street. The name uses a dialect often heard in Miyoshi. It means "feel free to drop in." 😊 This cozy spot welcomes not only locals but also visitors touring the area.✨ It is run by members of the Miyoshi City Silver Human Resources Center. The menu features home-cooked set meals, noodles, and prepared dishes made largely with seasonal vegetables from Miyoshi. Daily side dishes offer a comforting, nostalgic home-cooked taste.😋 Child-friendly tableware is available, and on sunny days the outdoor tables are recommended. The signature "Spicy Udon" is a one-of-a-kind creation born from a collaboration with Egusa Store.✨ Its vivid red broth leaves a strong impression, with savory flavor and lingering heat. Orders are taken by hand and payment is cash only. 💰 "You may have to wait a little sometimes, but we do our best—relax and take your time." Warm, personal interactions between people are a special part of this place’s charm.😊 "Hearing customers say, ‘That was delicious! I’ll come again,’ is our greatest encouragement." This is a place where you can feel the warmth and spirit of the people of Miyoshi. When you visit Miyoshi Town, be sure to stop by Yorinsai! Yorinsai @yorinsai12_sc Address: 1550-2 Miyoshi-machi, Miyoshi City, Hiroshima Prefecture Open: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday Hours: 10:00–14:00 Phone: 0824-63-8500 Other: Payment is cash only. *The dishes shown were available at the time of posting."

※This gift campaign is open to registered Miyoshi Tourism Ambassadors only. “Posting a review (impressions) on Instagram” is a condition to participate in this campaign, which lets you experience a “Miyoshi Specialty”🖊️ ◼︎“Miyoshi Specialty” Experience & Review Campaign Application period: Monday, January 26, 2026 – Sunday, February 1, 2026 Winners announced: Tuesday, February 3, 2026 ※Only winners will be contacted. Please reply with the required information by the deadline stated in the winning notification. ◼︎List of Miyoshi Specialties A total of 30 winners will be selected, five winners for each item🎁✨ A. Western-style liqueur cake (10 pieces) B. HIROSHIMA NOH BREWERY 3-bottle set C. Good Morning Fruit Breakfast Set D. Cheese manju (6 pieces) E. Hojicha syrup & habu grass tea set F. Mountain yam energy set ※Items A and B contain alcohol. If you are sensitive to alcohol, please refrain from applying. Applicants under 20 years old cannot apply for item B. ◼︎How to apply After registering as a Miyoshi Tourism Ambassador, apply via the official LINE account. ◼︎How to register as a Miyoshi Tourism Ambassador If you are not yet registered as a Miyoshi Tourism Ambassador, sign up via the link below → then register with the official LINE account from the auto-reply email♪ https://miyoshi-daisuki.com// ◼︎Eligibility requirements ・Be a registered Miyoshi Tourism Ambassador ・Have an Instagram account and post with a public profile ・If selected, be able to post a product review (impressions) on Instagram ・Be able to complete a survey after the gift campaign ◼︎Notes ・Shipments are scheduled for around mid-February. ※Because the campaign aims to have winners experience Miyoshi specialties and share them on Instagram, entries from private (locked) accounts will not be selected. We look forward to applications from everyone who loves Miyoshi City💕☺️ https://miyoshi-daisuki.com//

Open only two days a week!? 😍 Three hidden gem bakeries in Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture you’ll want to go out of your way to visit 🥐💞 Read the article here 🔽 https://www.shobara-info.com/report/5461... As a foodie in my 30s who loves sweets, I adore hunting for places that aren’t “ordinary.” In Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture, there are hidden bakeries that operate as mobile vendors or only open on limited days. I actually visited them and will introduce them here! Be sure to check the Shobara Tourist Navi website’s “Editorial Report”!

Enveloped by the forest, a gentle hot spring The end of a day touring Miyoshi There is a place where you can soak in the onsen and stay the night afterwards. The hot spring at Kumita Onsen Mori no Izumi has long been loved as a “beauty spring.” The water, rich in sodium bicarbonate (bicarbonate of soda), gently smooths the skin, leaving it feeling soft after your bath. This spring is said to work gently on neuralgia, chilliness, and poor circulation. The second floor of the hot spring facility is reserved for overnight guests. There are Japanese-style rooms, Western-style rooms, and Japanese-Western hybrid rooms, so you can choose according to group size and how you’d like to spend your time. There is also a self-catering plan without meals, which is popular for family gatherings when people return home and for trips with flexible plans. Reservations are available from Kumita Onsen’s official website. Day-trip bathing is also available in addition to overnight stays. Please spend time letting both body and mind be healed by Mori no Izumi.♨ Kumita Onsen Mori no Izumi @kimita_onsen 📍311-3 Izumi Yoshida, Kimita Town, Miyoshi City, Hiroshima Prefecture Phone / 0824-53-7021 Day-trip bathing (Fee) Adults 800 yen, ages 3 to elementary school 400 yen, infants free (Hours) 10:00–20:30 (last admission 20:00) https://kimitaonsen.com//

Get drunk on the delicious flavors of Shobara City in Hiroshima Prefecture! 😍 Savor smoked dishes and sake at Kaneki-ya in Hakushima-Kitamachi, Naka Ward, Hiroshima City 🥩🍶 Kaneki-ya in Hakushima-Kitamachi, Naka Ward is a popular stop for many people with ties to Shobara. Here you can enjoy snacks made with Hiba Beef and a range of smoked items from Smoked Hakoda. Kaneki-ya also offers sake from breweries in Shobara City! This time, we explored what makes Kaneki-ya so appealing. [Shobara Sightseeing Guide website "Editorial Report" has been updated!] Read the article here 🔽 https://www.shobara-info.com/report/5454...

Hello everyone♪ How did you spend the New Year holidays? Miyoshi Tourist Information Center reopened for 2026 on Sunday, January 4th. The Miyoshi Tourist Information Center offers city circulation maps and tourism brochures for Miyoshi City. Maps, brochures, and apps make exploring attractions easier. We also offer guidebooks in foreign languages (English, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese)! When you are near Miyoshi Station, be sure to stop by the Miyoshi Tourist Information Center♪

A shot at Misen Main Hall on the summit of MtMisen in Hiroshima Prefecture. I planned to walk to the top, but I ended up taking the ropeway. Even so, I’m smiling. Next time I’ll come by proper hike. This jizo statue is called "Gomen-ne Jizo" or "Negai Jizo." It’s a presence that accepts people’s regrets and wishes.

Did you know that some areas in Hiroshima Prefecture get heavy snowfall? ⛄ Shobara City, located in the heart of the Chugoku region at the northernmost part of Hiroshima Prefecture, is known as one of the prefecture’s major heavy-snow zones. You can ski and snowboard at three ski areas in Shobara—Hiroshima Kenmin-no-Mori Ski Area, Dogoyama Kogen Ski Resort, and Ringo Kyowakoku Ski Area—and some campers enjoy winter camping at local campgrounds, so you can get active and enjoy various snow activities. At the National Bihoku Hillside Park, the winter illumination event “Bihoku Illumi” is taking place. The display runs through Monday, January 12, 2026 (a public holiday). Enjoy a magical time with your loved ones as snow, light, and sound come together. ⛄ Also, on Sunday, February 1, a snowball fight tournament will be held. Spectators are welcome even if you don’t participate. Winter is the time to visit Shobara! Please come and see us…! ✨ For winter event details, see below🔽 https://www.shobara-info.com/event/133... Visit the “Shobara Tourism Navi” website🔽 https://www.shobara-info.com//

【🎍2025→2026 Year‑End and New Year Edition🎍】 Here is information about the year‑end and New Year holiday opening days and hours for Miyoshi City’s tourist spots and major facilities. Check them out! ◼︎Miyoshi Tourist Information Center Address: Tokaichiminami 1‑chome 2‑23, Miyoshi City Closed for the holidays: December 29 (Mon)–January 3 (Sat) Hours: 8:45–17:15 ◼︎Genso Okuda · Sayume Art Museum Address: 10453‑6 Higashi Sakaya Town, Miyoshi City Closed for the holidays: December 26 (Fri)–January 1 (Thu) Hours: 9:30–17:00 (last admission 16:30) ◼︎Yumoto Koichi Memorial Museum of Japanese Yokai (Miyoshi Mononoke Museum) Address: 1691‑4 Miyoshi Town, Miyoshi City Closed for the holidays: December 26 (Fri)–January 1 (Thu) Hours: 9:30–17:00 (last admission 16:30) ◼︎Hiroshima Miyoshi Winery Address: 10445‑3 Higashi Sakaya Town, Miyoshi City Closed for the holidays: December 29 (Mon)–January 1 (Thu) Hours: 9:30–17:30 ◼︎Torette Miyoshi Address: 10438 Higashi Sakaya Town, Miyoshi City Closed for the holidays: January 1 (Thu)–January 4 (Sun) Hours: 9:00–17:00 — check notes! Note: The buffet restaurant is closed on December 30 (Tue) and December 31 (Wed) ◼︎Miyoshi Mori no Pokke Address: 456‑2 Higashi Sakaya Town, Miyoshi City Closed for the holidays: December 29 (Mon)–January 3 (Sat) Hours: 9:30–16:00 (weekends and holidays 9:30–16:10) ◼︎Roadside Station Yumeland Funo Address: 661‑1 Shimofuno, Funo Town, Miyoshi City Closed for the holidays: January 1 (Thu)–January 3 (Sat) Hours: 9:00–16:00 — check notes! Note: The farmers’ market (vegetable market) is open until the morning of December 30 (Tue) The shop is open until the morning of December 31 (Wed) Regular hours resume from January 4 (Sun) ◼︎Kumita Onsen Mori no Izumi Address: 311‑3 Izumiyoshida, Kimitamachi, Miyoshi City Hours: 10:00–20:30 (last admission 20:00) Closed for the holidays: December 30 (Tue) ◼︎Foleo Miyoshi Plaza Address: 1‑1‑10 Tokaichi Naka, Miyoshi City, Hiroshima Prefecture Closed for the holidays: January 1 (Thu)–January 2 (Fri) Hours: 9:00–22:00 Holiday hours: December 31 (Wed) 9:00–20:00 January 1 (Thu) and January 2 (Fri) closed January 3 (Sat) 10:00–20:00 Regular hours resume from January 4 (Sun) ◼︎Sangreen Miyoshi Address: 4‑1‑30 Tokaichi Higashi, Miyoshi City Closed for the holidays: January 1 (Wed) Holiday hours: December 31 (Wed) 9:30–18:00 January 1 (Thu) closed January 2 (Fri) and January 3 (Sat) 10:00–18:00 Regular hours resume from January 4 (Sun) Note: Dakko Room Miyoshi (Miyoshi City Childcare Support Center) is open until noon on December 28 (Sun) for year‑end and reopens from 10:00 on January 4 (Sat) for the New Year Enjoy Miyoshi City during the year‑end and New Year holidays♪

Merry Christmas! 🎅✨ How are you spending this Christmas? Hiroshima Prefecture’s largest illumination event, Bihoku Illumination, is now underway at National Bihoku Hillside Park 🎄💞 An installation art collective called Mirror Baller, known for creating spaces of light and reflection, presents artworks themed around “Dream,” filling the winter park with magical light and sound. Enjoy a photogenic, moving experience. Last year Mirror Baller occupied a paid special area; this year they are free to enter. 🌟Event details here🔽 https://www.shobara-info.com/event/5326... 🌟Recommended articles🔽 [2025 Updated] Pair the National Bihoku Hillside Park illumination with delicious on-site gourmet treats! https://www.shobara-info.com/report/5380...

[Spectacular Views in Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture — This Is the Place!] Experience beautiful nature🍃 Top scenic spots in Shobara! Located in the center of the Chugoku region, Shobara covers a territory where 80 percent of the area is forest. This town, where people and nature live together in satoyama-style communities, still preserves natural wonders you won’t find in the city. Here are breathtaking vistas that remind you of the everyday, long-forgotten but precious gifts of vast nature and the kindness of its people. For more details, visit the Shobara Tourism Navi website🔽 https://www.shobara-info.com/spot/4019...

[Outdoor and Active Picks in Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture] Fun for everyone! 😍 Enjoy Shobara’s vast nature with these activities Blessed with expansive wilderness, Shobara is a summer retreat and home to Ogidani Auto Campsite, one of Hiroshima Prefecture’s largest campgrounds where you can even try rare snow camping in Western Japan during winter. Beyond camping, thrill-seekers can enjoy rafting, canoe and kayak experiences, and river walking. In winter, you can fully enjoy outdoor sports like skiing. For more details, visit the Shobara Tourist Navi website🔽 https://www.shobara-info.com/spot/4018...

Seven must-try ramen shops in Shobara City, at the northern tip of Hiroshima Prefecture 🍜✨ [Shobara Sightseeing Navi website: "Editorial Report" is up!] Check the article here 🔽 https://www.shobara-info.com/report/5445... In Shobara City, you can enjoy a wide range of ramen, from classic light broths to more unusual bowls. With so many attractive shops to choose from, a steaming bowl of ramen will be just what you want as the cold season sets in!! This time, we introduce ramen you can eat around Shobara City. We’ve summarized each shop’s appeal and characteristics. Be sure to find your favorite bowl 🍜✨

[Hot Springs and Day-Use Baths in Shobara, Hiroshima Prefecture — Your Go-To Spots!] Relax your body and mind 🍃 Hot springs in Shobara♨ These hot springs ease fatigue and offer soothing relief. With open-air baths framed by nature’s year-round scenery, both body and mind unwind. The freely flowing water from mineral-rich pools adds a touch of luxury. Whether on a trip or taking a daily break, be sure to enjoy Shobara’s hot springs. For details, visit the Shobara Tourism Navi website 🔽 https://www.shobara-info.com/spot/4017...

【Top 8 Miyoshi Gourmet Delights You Can Order Online】 A must-see for anyone who wants to enjoy Miyoshi’s gourmet flavors at home! ✨ Here are Miyoshi gourmet items available for mail order — perfect for family gatherings over the New Year or get-togethers with friends. Find your favorites and take your time savoring the tastes of Miyoshi. 🍽️✨ If you have recommendations, please leave a comment! ※■Shops participating in the Furusato Nozei return‑gift program are also listed on the furusato nozei (hometown tax) websites. Be sure to search for them♪ ************************************************ 01 Mitonoba ■Address: 561-1 Higashisakaya-chō, Miyoshi-shi, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan ■Instagram: @mitonoba7 ■Online Shop: Search for "Miyoshi Wine Beef" https://meetnoba.base.shop// ■Participating vendor for Furusato Nozei return gifts ************************************************ 02 Mirasaka Fromage ■Address: 1617-1 Mirasaka Nika, Miyoshi City, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan ■Online Shop: Search for "Mirasaka Fromage" https://mfromage.net// ■Participating vendor for Furusato Nozei return gifts ************************************************ 03 Izumiya Confectionery (Japanese & Western Confections) ■Address: 5038-1 Mirasaka, Miyoshi City, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan ■Instagram: @izumiya_mirasaka ■Online Shop: Search for "Izumiya Miyoshi" https://www.kashiwa-mochi.com// ■Participating vendor for Furusato Nozei return gifts ************************************************ 04 Hiroshima Okonomiyaki Ima-chan ■Address: 2130-7 Shiomachi, Miyoshi City, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan ■Online Shop: Search for "Ima-chan Miyoshi" https://oko-imachan.jp// ■Participating vendor for Furusato Nozei return gifts ************************************************ 05 Kodama Soy Sauce ■Address: 230 Shimokawatate-chō, Miyoshi-shi, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan ■Instagram: @marutamasoysause ■Online Shop: Search for "Kodama Soy Sauce kirisoba" https://marutama7.com// ■Participating vendor for Furusato Nozei return gifts ************************************************ 06 Fujita Foods ■Address: 738 Megurigami-chō, Miyoshi-shi, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan ■Online Shop: Search for "Fujita Foods Miyoshi" https://fujita-foods.xsrv.jp// A product list is available on the "Wani no Heya" page To order, please call or fax: 0824-66-1082 / 0824-66-1093 ************************************************ 07 Yamaoka Sake Brewery ■Address: 489-1 Nishino, Kōnu-chō, Miyoshi-shi, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan ■Instagram: @yamaokasyuzou ■Online Shop: Search for "Yamaoka Sake Brewery Miyoshi" https://zuikan.jp// ■Participating vendor for Furusato Nozei return gifts ************************************************ 08 HIROSHIMA NOH BREWERY ■Address: 917 Kaitabara, Kisa-chō, Miyoshi-shi, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan ■Instagram: @hiroshimanohbrewery ■Online Shop: Search for "Hiroshima Noh Beer" https://hiroshima-noh-brewery.com// ■Participating vendor for Furusato Nozei return gifts