Would you like to come and see a festival that has been around for almost 300 years? The Sawara Festival is a festival held in Sawara, Katori City, Chiba Prefecture for three consecutive days from July 11 to 13, 2025. It is a very powerful festival with 10 huge festival floats dragging around the town. Songs and dances are also performed at the same time. Held in from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. The stalls of the many is also Stalls, so you can enjoy it all day long. Access from Narita International Airports is to take the Keisei Main Line to Keisei Narita Station, Transfer at Narita Station on the JR Narita Line, and Get off at Sawara Station.

The first of the Shikoku region summer Festival, the Uwajima Cow Demon Festival! This year, for three days from July 22nd to 24th, we will liven up the summer in Shikoku in a grand manner! July 22: Marine Fireworks Festival July 23 Uwajima Bullfighting Regular Tournament Gaiya Carnival Warei Grand Festival Yoimiya Festival July 24 Cow Demon Parade Warei Grand Festival Running in Other, brass band, children's cow demon, Uwajima odori, etc. This year marks the Sister City Anniversary, and the Sendai Sparrow Dance will also come to liven up the Festival. Come and visit us!

NICE TO MEET EVERYONE WHO WATCHES COOL JAPAN VIDEOS! This is the Miyoshi Tourism Promotion Organization! Miyoshi City, located in the northern part of Hiroshima Prefecture, is a rich in nature in the middle Mountainous Area at the junction of Sanin and Sanyo, and is a city steeped in history and culture. Surrounded by the Chugoku Mountains, it has prospered as a base point for people to come and go since ancient times due to its geographical characteristics blessed with abundant mountain forests and clear streams and Gonokawa rivers. As a sightseeing spot, it is packed with a variety of attractions such as ancient myths, yokai culture, traditional performing arts, specialties such as wine and cheese, and scenic spots. Enjoy a relaxing trip away from the hustle and bustle of the city in Miyoshi City, where Nature, history, contemporary art, local food, and people's lives are in harmony. ◆Access to Miyoshi City, Hiroshima Prefecture Miyoshi City in Hiroshima Prefecture is about 90 km north of Hiroshima City, about 1 hour and 30 minutes by car, making it an area with convenient access. It can be accessed from the Miyoshi Interchange and Miyoshi-Higashi Interchange on the Chugoku Expressway, and can be reached in about 1 hour from Hiroshima Airport. If you want to Use the railway, the JR Geibi Line "Miyoshi Station" is the gateway. There are also direct cars from Hiroshima Station, and it is popular to travel while enjoying the scenic Car window. In addition, there are many highway buses from Hiroshima Station and Hiroshima Bus Center, which is convenient. Use rental cars and buses are also maintained in Miyoshi City, and Transportation to Sightseeing spots is smooth. ◆About Miyoshi City, Hiroshima Prefecture Miyoshi City in Hiroshima Prefecture is located in the northern part of Hiroshima Prefecture and borders Shimane Prefecture. It is a basin surrounded by mountains, and rivers such as the Gonokawa River, Basen River, and Saijo River stream through the city. As of April 2025, the population is about 47,000. It was created in 2004 by the merger of eight surrounding towns and villages, and boasts one of the one of the most areas in Hiroshima Prefecture. Agriculture and forestry are thriving, and in recent years we have been focusing on tourism promotion by utilizing local Minamoto, and there are plenty of Local facilities such as Winery and Direct sales. ◆Introduction to the history of Miyoshi City, Hiroshima Prefecture Miyoshi in Hiroshima Prefecture has a long history, and its name appears from the time of mythology. It is said to be a land related to the myth of Izumo, and it is an area where many kagura and legends remain. During the Sengoku period, Hiei Oyama Castle, which was the residence of Miyoshi Clan (later moved to Hikumayama Castle), was built and developed as a Castle Town. In the Edo period, it became a Post Town town on the Iwami Silver Mine Highway, and as a relay point for riverboat transportation, it became a key point for water transportation on the Gonokawa River, and was bustling as an important place for commerce and transportation. ◆Popular Sightseeing spots in Miyoshi City, Hiroshima Prefecture ・ Miyoshi Mononoke Museum (Yumoto Goichi Memorial Japan Yokai Museum) It is a yokai museum that Miyoshi City is proud of nationwide, and houses and exhibits the collection of Goichi Yumoto Goichi, a leading expert in yokai research. While learning about yokai culture from Edo to the present day, there are many ways to enjoy both children and adults through AR and Video exhibitions. Special exhibitions and Workshops are also held in regularly. ・Hiroshima Miyoshi Winery It is a Complex facility where you can enjoy the production, sale, and Tasting of wine using Locally Produced grapes. There is also a wine bar counter with one of the largest wine cellars in western Japan. Visiting the site of the wine factory, there is also a restaurant, café and Direct sales selling Local products, making it popular with Families and couples. Held in the Miyoshi Wine Festival every year during Golden Week, which is Visited by many tourists from inside and outside the prefecture. Hiroshima Miyoshi Winery's wines win awards at various world competitions every year. ・Genso Okuda Sayume Art Museum It is a museum that exhibits the works of the Japan painter Genso Okuda and the puppet artist Mr. and Mrs. Sayume Okuda. Motosong Okuda and Koyume Sayume Okuda are the first married couple in Japan to receive the Order of Culture. Inside the facility, the architecture itself is a work of art, making it a Spot not to be missed by art fans. ・Josei Falls Located in Sakugi Town, Miyoshi City, it is a beautiful three-stage waterfall with a drop of 126 meters. Surrounded by Seasonal Nature, it is a scenic spot that can be enjoyed all year round, with Fresh greenery in Spring, coolness in summer, Autumn leaves in autumn, and Ice Waterfall in winter. It has also been selected as a "100 best waterfalls in Japan" and is a Healing place where you can wash your heart just by visit. ・Mt. Mt. Takatani (Sea of Clouds Observatory) A 490-Meter Elevation view overlooking the Miyoshi City's iconic landscape "Sea of Mist" Spot. In the early morning from October to December, the fantastic sea of clouds that appears on days with severe temperature differences makes you feel as if you are in another world. The landscape of sunrise and fog is Popular with photography enthusiasts. ◆Introduction to Roadside Stations in Miyoshi City, Hiroshima Prefecture In the Miyoshi City, There are the popular Roadside Station "Roadside Station Yume Land Funo" as a relaxing Spot for tourists who visit. Local Fresh vegetables, fruits, and processed goods are sold at Yume Land Funo, and you can also enjoy Local cuisine that make use of seasonal ingredients at the Meals. ◆Hot spring in Miyoshi City, Hiroshima Prefecture There are "Kimida Hot spring Forest Fountain" in Miyoshi City. It is famous as a "spring water that promotes beautiful skin" that makes your skin smooth with baking soda spring. In addition, many tourists Visit as a large facilities where you can Accommodation, Meals, and shop. ◆Traditional culture and crafts in Miyoshi City, Hiroshima Prefecture ・Kagura The symbol of Miyoshi City's traditional culture is Kagura. This traditional performing art, which has been passed down since ancient times, has different performances, costumes, and staging in each region, and is an indispensable part of Local Festival Rituals and events. ・ Miyoshi no Ukai Miyoshi no Ukai boasts a history and tradition of more than 450 years, and is a precious culture that can be experienced in only 11 places in Japan. Designated as an "Intangible folk cultural asset of Hiroshima Prefecture" and winner of the Hiroshima Prefecture Education Encouragement Award, Miyoshi no Ukai is characterized by its unique fishing method in which cormorants and pleasure boats run side by side. Visiting the site Cormorant fishing up close on a sightseeing boat on a summer night, you will Unfolds an extraordinary world as if you have traveled back in time. The bonfires swaying on the surface of the river at dusk create a fantastic atmosphere Gari you can spend a memorable time. ◆Specialty Gourmet introduction of Miyoshi City, Hiroshima Prefecture Miyoshi City has a food culture that takes advantage of the rich Local Nature. One of the most representative wines is Miyoshi Wine. The high quality wines produced at the Winery in Miyoshi City are varied in red, white, and rose, and are highly regarded in competitions in Japan and overseas. In addition, "Sweetfish cuisine" using sweetfish from the Gonokawa River is one of the specialties. You can taste the caught sweetfish as grilled with salt, boiled in sweet simmered preserves, or as Ayu broth soy sauce. Processed goods made from local Ingredients are also abundant, making them ideal for Souvenirs. ◆Events and Festivals in Miyoshi City, Hiroshima Prefecture Miyoshi City Held in Events and Festivals full of local flavor throughout the year. ・Miyoshi Kinsai Festival It is a major summer event created mainly by the residents of Miyoshi City, and parades, drums, stalls, Bon Dancing, etc. decorate the downtown. ・Miyoshi Wine Festival Held in at Hiroshima Miyoshi Winery Lawn square, it is an Events not to be missed by wine lovers, with Tasting sessions, live music, and Local Gourmet stalls. ◆Tourist Information of Miyoshi City, Hiroshima Prefecture A unique museum where you can experience yokai culture, Gourmet food that makes use of the blessings of nature, Four Seasons scenic spots, and traditional events rooted in the region. There are many hidden gem Spot that are not yet known, and no matter how many times you visit, there Miyoshi City something new to discover. 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June 22 (Sun) 9:30~15:00 "Green Markets" Held in! ✨ It will be held in Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture, National Bihoku Hillside Park, Satoyama Station Shobara Furari, Shobara Furari. Stalls and stage events will also be held. You can enjoy a cappella performance by "The CROWS" and performances by the Saijo Blues Harmony Brass Band and the Prefectural Hiroshima University Wind Orchestra. Let's enjoy the green markets surrounded by vast beautiful greenery! 【Place】National Bihoku Hillside Park Satoyama Station Shobara Furari Shobara Furari 【Address】4-10 Mikkaichi Town, Shobara City 【Inquiry】 Please contact us via DM on Instagram. 「@satoyama_furari」 Click here for Events Information▽ https://www.shobara-info.com/event/5116...

【Fujikawa Town Komuroyama Myohoji Temple Hydrangea】 Hydrangea Appreciation Week Best time to see mid-June ~ early July This year, admission is free during the period. Events will be held on Sunday, June 29. There are a lot of. Today's hydrangea flowering status is It blooms for about 2 minutes.

Held in again this year! Notice 🎇 of Sakai Oyu Night Market and fireworks 📣 Quanzhou Dream Fireworks in Sakai Daiyu Night Market Tickets are now on sale! 🎇 Continuing from last year, "Senshu Dream Fireworks in Sakai Daiyu Night Market" will be held in on Saturday, July 26th! Let's 🌊🎇 enjoy the star mine that launches at close range, the various effects of gimmick fireworks, and the beautiful fireworks that color the sea surface 🎟️ For ticket purchases Please check the notice of "Sakai Tourist Guide HP". 🏢 Paper ticket sales: Sakai Higashi Tourist Information Center, Sakai Station Tourist Information Center Inquiries about fireworks 📞 :06-4708-6658 (Weekdays:11:00-18:00) 🔎 For more information on the Sakai Fish Night Market, please visit the official website "Sakai Great Fish Night Market" 🗓️ Held in: Saturday, July 26, 2025 📍 Venue: Ohama Park ⏰ Time:11:00~21:30 "Quanzhou Dream Fireworks Scorching Hanabe 7 I Love Sakai" 🗓️ Held in: Saturday, July 26, 2025 📍 Venue: Sakai Old Port ⏰ Open: 16:30~ / Start: 20:20~ / End 20:50 (tentative)

Naha Hurley prays for the safety of the sea and abundant fishing / It is a traditional Naha hurley held every year at the Naha Port New Port Pier in Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture. It is a traditional event of the sea in Okinawa that has continued since the Ryukyu Kingdom period about 600 years ago, and is Held in during Golden Week on May 3~5 to pray for safe navigation and good fishing. It features a dragon boat with a dragon motif, and it's amazing to see 32 rowers competing with each other! I went to see it again this year. The sound of the bell and the finger whistle were hot again this year ^^

Naha Hurley prays for the safety of the sea and abundant fishing / It is a traditional Naha hurley held every year at the Naha Port New Port Pier in Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture. It is a traditional event of the sea in Okinawa that has continued since the Ryukyu Kingdom period about 600 years ago, and is Held in during Golden Week on May 3~5 to pray for safe navigation and good fishing. It features a dragon boat with a dragon motif, and it's amazing to see 32 rowers competing with each other! I went to see it again this year. The sound of the bell and the finger whistle were hot again this year ^^

Naha Hurley prays for the safety of the sea and abundant fishing / It is a traditional Naha hurley held every year at the Naha Port New Port Pier in Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture. It is a traditional event of the sea in Okinawa that has continued since the Ryukyu Kingdom period about 600 years ago, and is Held in during Golden Week on May 3~5 to pray for safe navigation and good fishing. It features a dragon boat with a dragon motif, and it's amazing to see 32 rowers competing with each other! I went to see it again this year. The sound of the bell and the finger whistle were hot again this year ^^

Tunnel Art Festival 2025 planned by Aiko Kiyo Water, a member of the Uenohara City Tourism Association, will be held Held in from July 19 to July 20. Crowdfunding is also taking place.

At the "National Bihoku Hillside Park" of Hiroshima Prefecture Shobara City, we will Held in "Making Ume Plum Mogi and Ume Plum Juice" from June 18 (Water) ~ June 20 (Fri), 2025. 【Contents】 This is a program where children learn about the food culture of rural woodlands through the experience of making Ume Plum Mogi and Ume Plum Juice. [Schedule] ◯ Ume plum mogi (in front of the assembly hall: about 20 minutes) ・ Let's all pluck the fruit (Ume plum fruit) that has become a Plum tree! ◯ Making Ume Plum Juice (Yakimono Workshop: about 40 minutes) ・ Let's get rid of the stem! ・Let's sterilize with hot water! ・ Let's cool down with a fan! ・Let's pickle it with sugar! * If you take the pickled "Ume Plum Juice" home, store it in a cool place, and pickle it, you will be able to drink it in about 1~2 months. ・ Tasting the finished Ume plum juice! * Since it takes a period of time from soaking to drinking, the Ume Plum juice to be Tasting this time is It was pickled last year. 【Place】National Bihoku Hillside Park Hiba-no-sato Sanshuden-mae and Satoyama-yashiki 【Address】4-10 Mikkaichi Town, Shobara City 【Contact】National Bihoku Hillside Park TEL 0824-72-7000 Click here for detailed Events Information ▽ https://www.shobara-info.com/event/5105...

The 38th Famous water Hakusan River Firefly Festival On June 7, 2025, the "Famous Water Hakusan River Firefly Festival" was held in at the Inazumi Underwater Cave Square. At the Festival, we were able to see the exciting performance of the Toyoyu Drums and the magnificent dance of Okuhata Kagura. The Hakusan River Firefly Festival is a cozy festival that continues with the desire of the locals to liven up this area. At the end, a fan dance was performed by the locals, and it was crowded with many people. After the festival, many visitors enjoyed watching the fireflies. ■■■Access to the center of Bungo-Ono City■■■ About 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture About 2 hours by Car from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Kyushu, Oita Prefecture Bungo-Ono City Sightseeing and recommended Spots ■■■■■■■■■■■■

【The 20th Rose Festival】The weather was very nice today and the roses were shining! Roux show by MIHARU was held in today, and it was a cute and fun show that made me ♪ smile There is only one day left for the Rose Festival. Tomorrow is a juggling variety show by Yuta Wasshoi! Please come and visit us ♪

【The 20th Rose Festival】Now Held in! Events Information Summary ★Instagram post campaigns Subject Subjects will be given Premiums ♪ to those who post with "#The 20th Sakaki Town Rose Festival" Application period: May 24 (Sat) ~ June 8 (Sun) Application procedure: (1) Follow the Sakaki Town Tourist Association Instagram Account 　　　　　(2) Shooting inside the Rose Festival venue 　　　　　(3) Posted with "#The 20th Sakaki Town Rose Festival" ★ Limited to the venue! Real Stamp Rally Find the real Stamps installed in the Rose Festival venue, and if you can put all the Stamps on the designated mount, apply! 20 people will be selected by lottery to receive ♪ Nezukon goods Held in period: May 24 (Sat) ~ June 8 (Sun) Location: Held in Sakaki Chikuma River Roses Park ★ Oyster Gourmet and Tourism Digital Stamp Rally After purchasing products at Stalls stores and participating stores in the Sakaki Town, Festival Premiums ♪ Event Plaza bara, scan the QR code installed in the store, collect a total of 3 digital Stamp, and enter. ♪ Held in period: May 24 (Sat) ~ June 30 (Mon) Held in location, etc.: Rose Festival Event Plaza Stalls & participating stores in Sakaki Town ★ Rose Haiku Contest Let's ♪ enjoy the Rose Festival and recite a haiku with the theme of "roses" Fill in the haiku on the designated Festival sheet and post it to the "Haiku Post" set up in the Rose Festival venue to apply!　　　Winners will receive a certificate and a commemorative gift ♪ Application period: May 24 (Sat) ~ June 8 (Sun) Details of awards: 1 Grand Prize, 2 Excellence Awards, 2 Children's Awards, 10 winners, 15 people in total ★ Sakaki Inn Hometown History Walking Guided Tour Let's ♪ take a walk around the Bara Festival venue and enjoy the scenery of the Chikuma River and other places while experiencing the history of Sakajo Held in dates: May 25 (Sun), June 1 (Sun), June 8 (Sun) Time: 10 a.m. ~ (Time required: about 1 hour and 30 minutes) Meeting place: Sakaki Chikuma River Roses Park (Rose Festival Event Plaza) Planning: Sakaki Inn Fureai Guide Association Reservations accepted: Sakaki-juku Furusato History Museum ☎0268-82-4193 * Reservations can also be made at Festival general Information Center. OK on the day of the event!

【The 20th Rose Festival】Now Held in! < guest performance Information> ★ "TOM & KOMOTA" Monkey Performance As the only monkey in Nagano Prefecture, the duo "TOM & KOMOTA" is active mainly in the prefecture. 10 minutes of laughter, impression, and cuteness! Held in days, etc.: During the rose Festival period, performances of about 10 minutes at a time will be held multiple times a day * There are if the performance is canceled due to rain or the physical condition of the monkey. Held in Location: Sakaki Chikuma River Roses Park Walking Station ★ Roux Show by MIHARU With the motto of "the magic of smiling", MIHARU conducts Roux shows all over the country. The Roux performance made while singing cute Roux art is a must see. Roux will be made to songs, dances, fun music and talksPlease ♪ enjoy the show that can be enjoyed by both men and women of all ages, especially children! Held in: Saturday, June 7 Time: 1st time 10 a.m. ~ / 2nd time 2 p.m. ~ Place: Sakaki Chikuma River Roses Park Walking Station ★ Juggling variety show by "Wasshoi Yu~ta" Mainly active throughout Japan with a "juggling crown show" that incorporates magic, pantomime, etc. based on high juggling techniques, a ♪ variety of ad-libs cultivated over many years on the streets in Japan and overseas, and a show that values a live feeling, can be enjoyed beyond the barriers of generations and languages! Held in: Sunday, June 8 Time: 1st time 10 a.m. ~ / 2nd time 2 p.m. ~　 Place: Sakaki Chikuma River Roses Park Walking Station

Roadside Station Takano, a popular roadside station in Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture, will celebrate its 12th anniversary on April 12, 2025, and we have been able to enter our 13th year! ✨✨ To express our gratitude to everyone, we will Held in the "Roadside Station Takano 12th Anniversary Thanksgiving Festival". 【Events Name】Roadside Station Takano's 12th Anniversary Thanksgiving Festival Date: Saturday, June 7, 2025 and Sunday, June 8, 2025 9:00~17:00 【Place】Roadside Station Takano 【Address】〒727-0423 Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture, Koya-cho, Shimomonda 49 【Contents】 Hibagon and the others are also haunted! 🎪 Sales booth by shipper 🤝 "Roadside Station Collaboration" "Roadside Station Gourmet Booth" 🚔 "A large gathering of working cars!" Boarding experience & shooting! 🪪Let's make a JAF child safety license! 🍎 Unveiling of "2-day only" Sweets and new products! 🏕 Onidani Auto Camp "Wood chopping & bonfire experience" 🩸 Meiji Yasuda Life "Health Check Corner" (6/7 only) ⚠️ Cafe Restaurant Sorara "Eat-in Space" 【Vacation restaurant will be closed for 2 days】 And! With our daily gratitude to all of you... 🤖🤡🤹‍♀️ ◾️ For those who ◾️ purchase 2,500 yen or more at the Direct sales You will receive a "Garapon lottery ticket" to win a wonderful ○〇! * Distribution will end as soon as the Premiums are gone * Fun for more information as we keep you updated! Please come and visit us! Production and staff are looking forward to seeing you 💁 ♀️ 
* Depending on the weather and conditions, The contents are subject to change or cancellation. Thank you for your understanding. 
 Click here for Events Information▽ https://www.shobara-info.com/event/5062...

Yamaguchi Prefecture Shimonoseki City Ichinomiya Sumiyoshi Shrine The third piece of the tradition of the first palace of Nagato no Kuni, a good harvest. The history of the rice planting festival is more than 1,800 years old. The third Sunday of May every year.

Yamaguchi Prefecture Shimonoseki City Ichinomiya Sumiyoshi Shrine The second piece of the tradition of the first palace of Nagato no Kuni, a good harvest. The history of the rice planting festival is more than 1,800 years old. The third Sunday of May every year.

Yamaguchi Prefecture Shimonoseki City Ichinomiya Sumiyoshi Shrine One piece of the tradition of the first palace in the country of Nagato, a good harvest. The history of the rice planting festival is more than 1,800 years old. The third Sunday of May every year.

The 56th Takashima Castle Festival Hi all! It's 💦 been a hot day By the way, I'm worried about the weather this weekend, but the Takashima Castle festival There are on the 25th (Sunday). In festivals commemorating the reconstruction of the Castle keep of Takashima Castle in Showa 45, in addition to events such as Drums, dragon god dances, and woodcuts, Suwa City recommended souvenir exhibitions and sales are scheduled in the venue. ・Date & Time⇒ 2025 (Reiwa 7) Sunday, May 25 9:00~15:00 ・Location: ⇒ Takashima Park ・Events⇒ Stage events, various merchandise sales ・Car parking lot ⇒ Suwa Lake Events Plaza (for visitors) For details, please check the URL below! https://suwacci.or.jp/suwayoiteko/lp/takashimajousai/...

[Notice of the 35th Magatama Festival] This weekend, Fresh greenery at the beautiful Sannomiya Hibita Shrine will host a festival that blends ancient romance with modern bustle. Would you like to feel the breath of antiquity and spend a special moment with family and friends? 📅 Date and time Held in Saturday, May 24, 13:00-18:30 Sunday, May 25, 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. 📍 place Sannomiya Hibita Shrine (1472 Sannomiya, Isehara City, Kanagawa Prefecture) 🎭 Stage Dedication A variety of performances such as Iaido and Kendo, Taisho Koto, Japan Dance, Shigin, Drum, Kids Dance, Popular Stage, Folk Songs, Yosakoi, Jazz, etc. will be performed on a special stage. 🕯️ Special Events Held in from 17:10 to 18:30 on Saturday 24th, the "Evening of Wind and Dance Music" will be held, and elegant sounds and dances will decorate the Precincts. 🏺 Experiences & Exhibitions Magama making experience (Ingredients fee charged) Special Open to the public of archaeological documents at the Sannomiya Township Museum (including designated cultural properties) Fun plaza is also full of Local Agricultural Products sales, Kitchen Car and Bake sale! * Thereare the contents are subject to change in case of rain. Thank you for your understanding. 🔗 For details and Access, please visit the official website. 👉 https://hibita.jp//

【Sacred Tree Festival】Once every 20 years, the "Sacred Tree Festival" is held to cut down the sacred trees that are Dedication to Ise Jingu Shrine, and the "Sacred Tree Festival" is a dedication event. The once-in-a-20-year festival will be held in June 2025. The "Sacred Tree Festival" held on June 3 is not open to the general public due to the Shinto ritual of Ise Jingu Shrine, but anyone can participate in the "Sacred Tree Festival" on June 4~6. You can also Fun Dedication events and performing arts festivals. In addition, it is also possible to participate in the precious votive event "Okihiki" to send the sacred tree to Ise Jingu. Reception will end as soon as the capacity is reached. For inquiries, please check the Uematsu Tourism Association (0264-52-1133) or the Home page. Original goods that can only be bought now are also on sale! You can check the purchase method on the Home page of the Kiso Tourism Federation "Kiso Valley Torippu". In addition, due to this event, the Akasawa Natural Recreation Forest will be temporarily closed all day on the 3rd and in the morning on the 4th. Please note that the park is off-limits. The sacred tree will also stop by Nagiso Town on the 6th! If you are in the area, please take a look. For details, please check the Official website of the Kiso Dedication Association.

The last day of the Asakusa Sanja Festival. I took a picture of the Mikoshi of the first shrine after leaving the shrine. I was almost crushed by the heat and pressure of the amazing people. The excitement of shouts and the sound of Festival chorus is a testament to Japan people.

The 38th Famous water Hakusan River Firefly Festival The "Famous Water Hakusan River Firefly Festival" will be held in at the Inazumi Underwater Cave Square in Mie Town, Bungo-Ono City. On the day of the Festival, various events are also held. Locally produced fresh vegetables, sake buns, and brown sugar buns are also on sale! Held in mainly by locals, it is a cozy festivals. Date: Saturday, June 7, 2025 Light rain *Judgment in case of rain is 8:00 on the day 【Place】Inazumi Underwater Cave Square 【Other】Sales of Locally Produced Fresh Vegetables, Sake Manju, Brown Sugar Manju, etc. * The first 200 people will receive a commemorative gift. [Schedule] 16:00 Karaoke Contest 17:00 Hoyu Drum 17:30 Opening Ceremony 17:50 Okuhata Kagura 19:20 Fan Dance 19:50 Mochi throwing 20:00 Firefly viewing 【Organizer】Hakusan River Protection Association ■■■Access to the center of Bungo-Ono City■■■ About 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture About 2 hours by Car from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by Car from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Kyushu, Oita Prefecture Bungo-Ono City Sightseeing and recommended Spots ■■■■■■■■■■■■ https://sato-no-tabi.jp/news/20250514event-mie/...

[Fujikawa Town Furusato Nozei tax payment thank-you gift] Anime Classics Anisong Fireworks Fujikawa Town performance became a thank-you gift for Furusato Nozei tax payment. For details, please check the Hometown Choice or Rakuten Furusato Nozei Tax Payment website. Held in: Saturday, July 5 Held in Place: Fujikawa Town Ikii Kiss Ports Park

【Carp Streamers Sports Festival 🎏 & Azalea Festival 🌸】 Carp streamers sports day & azalea Festival was held in 😊 in the 8th ward on May 5 Carp streamers raised by local volunteers swam gracefully in the blue sky, and a Carp streamer sports day was 👟 held in the morning Adult and children enjoyed the competition 😆✨ with smiles on their faces In the afternoon, the venue was moved to the gymnasium, where a quiz competition and a karaoke competition were held in 🎤 At the end, the long-awaited lottery was held, and it was 😍 a day of great Gari excitement from beginning to end

[5/3 Kurara Festival 2025] GW's Start Dash 💪💨 On May 3, Constitution Memorial Day, "Kurara Festival 2025" was held in at the former Kuraoka junior 🥳 high school "Kuraoka Kurara" The day ☀️✨ couldn't have been clearer The venue was lined with many food and drink Stalls, fortune telling, Relaxation, miscellaneous goods, flea markets, etc., and it was 🤗🌟 a very busy day with about 300 visitors It was quite a warm day, so Oyster ice was 🍧💕 Popular (Adult Sake 🍺?). ） In the courtyard, there was a hula dance performance by the members of Nani.loa HULA studio, and 🌺 a special guest, the vice principal of Kuraoka Elementary School, also performed an enthusiastic performance, which Gari 😆🔥 also very exciting Fun raffle won many gorgeous prizes, and everyone was full ☺️✨ of smiles It is a new festival that has been Held in since last year, but it has already become a festival that has penetrated and is loved both inside and outside the Local 👏💡 Held in 💕 next year

In May, "GO" to Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture! 🏃 Have you decided where to go for GW yet? Here are five Events that are currently Events Held in on Hiroshima Prefecture Shobara City or are planning to Held in! (in no particular order) Events 😍 you are interested in ❶ Reproduction of ancient ironmaking techniques in Japan "The 31st Ancient Tatara Iron Making" Held in! Since the opening of the National Bihoku Hillside Park in 1995 (Heisei 7), the "ancient tatara iron making" that has been continued throughout the region will be held for the 31st time this year. We will continue to work to protect and pass on to the next generation the technology of "Tatara Ironmaking," an ancient ironmaking technique from Japan, which is a symbol of China's mountain culture. 【Held in】 Saturday, May 10 and Sunday, May 11, 2025 【Place】 Hiba-no-Sato Ancient Tatara Workshop 【Contents】 Using the Japan ancient iron-making technique "Tatara Ironmaking Hammer Pressing Method", we will Reproduction a series of processes until the "kera", which is the source of "tamagane", which is the raw material for high-grade blades such as Japan swords, is extracted. [Guidance] Holder of the selected preservation technology "Tamagane Manufacturing (Tatara Fuki)" Hitoho Tatara Village Shimosho (General Superintendent of Tatara Operation) Mr. Kaoru Horio 【Participation】 Approx. 100 people (including general participants and cooperating organizations) 【Fees】 Free admission (admission fee to the park is required separately) * Paid trial reservation for 1 night and 2 days has ended. 【Contact】National Bihoku Hillside Park (4-10 Mikkaichi Town, Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture, 727-0021 ) TEL：0824-72-7000 FAX：0824-72-7828 ❷ Shobara Satoyama Open Garden 2025 Spring From gardens full of ideas to Authentic Japan Garden, this is a Annual event Events where you can Visiting the site a garden with seasonal flowers. 【Held in Date】Saturday, May 10, 2025 ~ Sunday, June 15, 2025 【Time】10:00~12:00/13:00~16:00 【Place】Shobara City Contact: Secretariat of the Rose Flower Conference (one company) Shobara Tourism Promotion Organization (Shobara DMO) (Hiroshima Prefecture Shobara City Mikkaichi Town 4-10 Satoyama Station Shobara Furari Shobara Furari) TEL 0824-75-0173 FAX 0824-75-0172 For the latest information, please visit the Official website of the "Shorobana Conference", Or check out our Instagram Account "@satoyamaopengarden"! ❸Shobara Satoyama Markets at Hiroshima Station Held in on the third Water of every month from April 2025! Three companies, JR West Japan Properties × Roadside Station Takano × Shobara Tourism Promotion Organization (Shobara DMO), will sell vegetables, processed goods, and seasonal ingredients from the popular Roadside Station "Roadside Station Takano" Fresh in Shobara City Koyacho on the 1st floor of the North Exit of Hiroshima Station. There are people who come every month to look forward to this markets! It is a markets that you should definitely stop by at least once. [Held in] May 21, 2025 (Water) 【Time】11:00~15:00 【Place】Hiroshima Station North Exit 1st floor, next to ekie kitchen (1-2 pine grove-cho, Minami-ku, Hiroshima-shi, Hiroshima Prefecture) 【Inquiry】Roadside Station Takano TEL 0824-86-3131 ❹ Bihoku Flower Picnic (Held in) "Bihoku Flower Picnic" will be held in ✨ at the National Bihoku Hillside Park in Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture Spring Flowers such as daffodils, cherry blossoms, tulips, and nemophila are in full bloom during the period. In addition, there are a lot of events to enjoy Spring, such as Workshops related to Spring flowers and making Spring Local cuisine! * Thereare the flowering status may change depending on the weather, temperature, etc. [Held in day] ~ May 11, 2025 (Sunday) 【Hours】9:30~17:00 (Admission until 16:00) Place: National Bihoku Hillside Park (4-10 Mikkaichi Town, Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture) 【Fee】400 yen for ordinary and light vehicles, 1,200 yen for large vehicles, 200 yen for motorcycles 【Contact】National Bihoku Hillside Park (4-10 Mikkaichi Town, Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture, 727-0021 ) TEL：0824-72-7000 FAX：0824-72-7828 ❺ Sakura Shokudo Children's Day markets "Sakura Shokudo" will open in December 2024. Shokusaikan Shobara Yume Sakura Inside the Facility There is a a Restaurant directly managed by "Shigehara Farm". Held in markets to coincide with Children's Day on May 5 (Monday holiday)! Delicious from outside Shobara City and Miyoshi City! Pleasant! Happy! Great concentration of happy shops. In addition, we are preparing a children's space for children to enjoy! 【Held in】Monday, May 5, 2025 【Time】10:00~16:00 【Place】Sakura Shokudo directly managed by the farmer (291-1 Shinjo-cho, Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture) 【Inquiry】Sakura Shokudo directly managed by farmers (291-1 Shinjo-cho, Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture) TEL 0824-75-4516 【Notes】 ・Please note that exhibiting stores are subject to change. ・Admission is free, but there is a charge for purchasing various workshops, experience corners, and products. ・Please take your trash home with you. These were the recommended Events in May! For details, please see 😍 the "Events List" of the Shobara City Tourist Information Site "Shobara Tourism Navi" in Hiroshima Prefecture

Information on 😍 the Honbetsu Sankei Azalea Festival The Honbetsu Sankei Azalea Festival is held in in Honbetsu Park, where Ezomurasaki azaleas and Prunus sargentii (Ezo cherry trees) are in full bloom. 🎵 There will be a lot of such as jumbo Yoshitsune hot pot, bingo tournament, Honbetsu Yoshitsune Drum performance, and a stage show by Oklahoma. Tokachi Aozora Lady will also participate. Please come with your family and friends. ■Date: April 27 (Sun) 10 a.m. ~ 2 p.m. ■Place: Yoshitsune's Satomotobetsu Park stage square (Honbetsu-cho Higashimachi) ■ Stage Guest: Oklahoma ■ Program 10:00~ Opening Declaration Mountain stream fish release and river fishing 　　　　 Chamber of Commerce and Industry Women's Department, Youth Department, Shop, Fluffy Land 　　　　 Azalea etc. instant sale and various shop corners 　　　　 Local entertainment "Honbetsu Yoshitsune Drum Performance" 　　　　 Thick smoke experience (Honbetsu Fire Station) 10:30~ Opening Ceremony 11:00~ Jumbo Yoshitsune Nabe 11:20~ Tokachi Aozora Lady Introduction 12:00~ Azalea Festival Photo Contest & Model Photo Session 　　　　 Bingo card distribution (first 400 people) 12:45~ Stage Show "Oklahoma" 13:30~ Bingo Tournament 14:00~ Closing Ceremony ■For inquiries Azalea Festival Executive Committee Honbetsu Town Tourism Association Secretariat: Honbetsu Town Future Creation Division TEL(0156）22-2141 https://www.town.honbetsu.hokkaido.jp/sightseeing/fes/details/post_1.html...

On February 2, 2025, visit Heian Jingu Shrine to visit the festival ceremony of the Setsubshi Festival and pray for good luck for the year.