It's been a long time since I've posted.

This is a photo of me when I went for a morning walk with my second daughter to a nearby shrine.
By chance, I saw a figure holding a flower petal as a heart, so I involuntarily pointed the camera at it.

Pampas grass becomes an overgrown landscape along the river.
I thought this was the winter scenery of Japan, so I took a picture.
It's hard to get rid of the fluffy feeling~

Photographed on January 11, 25.
This is Hanachozu of Chuin.
I saw it for the first time in a long yellowtail.

Photographed 1/1/25.
It is the Hanachozu of Honshu Inari Shrine in Shiawase Inari Alley.

Photographed 1/1/25.
It is Hanachozu of Naritasan Kawagoe Betsuin.

Photographed 1/1/25.
It is Hanachozu of Naritasan Kawagoe Betsuin.
I took it from a different angle.

Photographed 1/1/25.
It is Hanachozu of Naritasan Kawagoe Betsuin.
It is a New Year's specification. 🎍

The 59th Daffodil Festival Flowering Status has been updated!
Flowering continues for 5 minutes, but the white color is 🎵 increasing little ~ little by little
https://www.shimoda-city.info/post/20250108

★ Let's visit the scenic Spot of Echizen Narcissus!
★ Introducing 5 recommended shooting spots

Echizen Coast is one of the Japan daffodil three major growing areas*, Restrooms available its area is 60~70ha, the largest growing area in Japan. When the Period is in full bloom, dainty white Carpet of flowers Unfolds all over the steep slopes along the Coast.

However, the area is too large and surprisingly unknown is the Spot for photographing the daffodil growing area.
Therefore, if you know, I would like to introduce you to the superb view Spot of Echizen Narcissus.

1. Cape Echizen Narcissus Land

First of all, let's start with the Standard Cape Echizen Daffodil Land.
First of all, it is a recommended spot for tourists.
There is also a promenades are maintained on the premises, so you can enjoy a walk while enjoying the Aroma of daffodils.
Restrooms available is also the second store of the famous restaurant "Kani Kanitei" where you can enjoy delicious seafood dishes.
It's nice to walk many and get hungry and eat delicious seafood dishes many.

Click here for the location of Cape Echizen Daffodil Land (GoogleMAP)
https://maps.app.goo.gl/bx8d6G4HyLiDi6GQ7

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2. Rishigadaira Senmaida Narcissus Garden

Only here in Japan!? Speaking of which, it is Senmaida by the daffodil field of Rishigahira.
It is said that the terraced rice fields were opened from the Sengoku period to the Edo period, and they were converted from rice cultivation to daffodil cultivation, and became terraced rice fields with daffodils, which are rare in Japan.
The spectacular view of the terraced rice fields in the open valley is a masterpiece.

Click here for the location of Nashigadaira Senmaida Narcissus Garden (GoogleMAP)
https://maps.app.goo.gl/ogQXKjQpk9V4SBdAA

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3. Rishigahira Park

It is said to be an unexplored area of daffodils, and the superb view point that is often used on posters is the Rishigahira Garden. It is not possible to go by car, and it is a superb view that spreads out after walking along the promenade through the village where the Nashigahira Senmaida Narcissus Garden is located, which I introduced earlier.
* Thereare some places along the way where your feet are bad, so please be careful.

Click here for the location of Rishigahira Park (GoogleMAP)
https://maps.app.goo.gl/CJJxrvZqGaZpWrPj6

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4. Rishigahira Plateau

A scenic spot in Echizen Coast, a superb view overlooking Spot Kocho Gate.
It is a place where you can take daffodils along with the sunset, and many photographers are looking for photo opportunities at sunset during the sunny day.

Click here for the location of the Rishigahira Plateau (GoogleMAP)
https://maps.app.goo.gl/RfRCEcg7LdVyRzFn6

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5. Nashigahira Plateau View Spot

The highest view Spot in the Nashigahira Plateau.
It is one of the landscapes where the charm of Echizen daffodils is condensed, with a large panorama of the Sea of Japan below, the slopes of daffodil fields, and the rock surface of Kocho Gate.

Click here for the location of the Nashigahira Plateau View Spot (GoogleMAP)
https://maps.app.goo.gl/9S7T1cFrVPMfdz7R7

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These are the 5 recommended Spots of the Winter tradition "Echizen Narcissus" that represents Fukui Prefecture!
The Access Located in in a very bad position, so it is recommended to rent a car or Use a taxi.

Check the flowering status of Echizen daffodils here!

○ [Echizen Daffodil Flowering Status Guide] | Echizen Sightseeing Navi
https://www.town-echizen.jp/pages/?id=7

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This Account is the official Account of the Echizen Tourism Federation (DMO ECHIZEN).
We are delivering the latest information and seasonal topics of Echizen Town, Fukui Prefecture, Echizen Town.

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https://www.instagram.com/echizen_colors/
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👇 Tourist information in each language can be found below.
◎Echizen tourism Navi
https://www.town-echizen.jp/en/
◎ Circumstances Fukui 縣 Echizen Town 景點
https://www.town-echizen.jp/zh-CN/
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1/4The 59th Daffodil Festival Flowering Status has been updated!
Overall, it blooms for 3 minutes, but the slope side has bloomed 🎵
https://www.shimoda-city.info/post/20250104

The 59th Shimoda Hot Spring Narcissus Festival Commemorative Trading Card Distribution \(^o^)/
[Distribution location] Tsumekizaki Amazake hut
[Distribution time] 9 o'clock ~ 12 o'clock
Please feel free to contact us and get it (≧▽≦)!
It has appeared one after another at Shimoda City Events.

Photographed on 12/28/24.
It is Hanachozu of Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Photographed 1/1/25.
It is Hanachozu of Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine. It's like New Year's and it's gorgeous. 🎍✨

Photographed 1/1/25.
It is Hanachozu of Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

The early Spring tradition "Flower Igloo" at the east exit of Tateyama Station has begun! We take care of it every day, and the best time to see it is February ~ March. I would be happy ♪ if you could feel the Spring in Tateyama

Yesterday, 12/25 (Wednesday), it was confirmed that the reference tree of "Atami Sakura" on the Itokawa Promenade has bloomed!
Restrooms available some trees have been blooming since mid-December, but the reference trees have finally blossomed.

This "Atami Sakura" is a type of cold cherry blossom native to India that blooms in early January ~ February every year, and was brought to Atami by Italians around 1871 (Meiji 4) along with lemon and date palms, and was named "Atami Sakura" in the "Full of Flowers Campaign" held in Showa 40. 1977 (Showa 52) designated as a Atami City tree on April 10 (the 40th anniversary of the city's incorporation).
On the same branch, flower buds that bloom early and flower buds that bloom later can be arranged in two stages, so you can enjoy flowers for more than a month every year.

At the beginning of the year, the Cherry Blossom Festival opens along with the Ume Plum Festival!
Light up, cherry blossom tea and tea service, street performances, sword dances, band performances, etc. will be held during the Implementation, so please come and see the cherry blossoms.

【The 15th Atami Sakura Itogawa Cherry Blossom Festival】2025/1/11(Sat)~2/9(Sun)
https://www.ataminews.gr.jp/event/208

* Regarding the flowering status, as soon as the city hall survey Documents arrives, it will be Publication on the above page each time, so please refer to it.

Photographed 12/23/24.
It is Hanachozu of Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Photographed 12/23/24.
It is Hanachozu of Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Photographed 12/21/24.
It is Hanachozu of Naritasan Kawagoe Betsuin.
It is a Christmas specification. 🎄

Flower charcoal born from plants in Ubuyama villages.
I know it's an unfamiliar word, but it's made from Ingredients made from pine cones, Nanten, and the grasslands and mountains of Ubuyama villages.

Speaking of charcoal, various effective for There are such as deodorizing and deodorizing effects have been packaged a little coolly as an interior decoration and as a gift for loved ones.

Just by dripping your favorite aroma on this charcoal, you can also make your own original duffuser.
We can't make many because the staff belonging to the Tourist Association are creating them in detail, but if you are interested parties, please comment.

In addition, this charcoal is brittle and fragile, so we do not currently send it by mail.
In order to let many people know about Ubuyama Ingredients, we are currently creating them and selling them at markets in the neighboring area.

Prices will also fluctuate.
The photo is for illustrative purposes only.

Photographed 12/16/24.
This is Hanachozu from Hara Flower Shop. 🎄

Prayer at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine today.
The giant ema of the Year of the Snake was completed.
I was preparing for the announcement of this year's one-letter event. Unfortunately, because it was work, I couldn't see a single letter.

We will deliver Tourist Information of Nagiso Town!

Tenpaku azalea colony【Natural monument of the Towns】

A large communities of Mitsuba azaleas blooming in Tenpaku Park.
There are about six types of 400 azalea plants growing in the azalea garden, and among them, Nagiso Mitsuba azaleas is a rare species 🌸 that can only be found in the vicinity of Nagiso Town as the name suggests
The flowering status varies every year depending on the climate, but the best time to visit is usually around early ~ mid-April!
There is a Elevated terraces Tenpaku Park, the view of Momosuke Bridge and Kiso Komagatake is outstanding.

At the entrance to the Nagiso Station side of the wooden suspension bridge "Momosuke Bridge" over the Kiso River in Tenpaku Park, the cherry blossoms are in Best time to visit around the same time (early April), so it is recommended!

► Access
・By Car: Just off Route 19. Free parking Car Restrooms available Tenpaku Park (about 30 cars)
・ Train: About 10 minutes on foot from JR Nagiso Station (close to Momosuke Bridge)

► Other
・ From the Car parking lot to the azalea garden, walk uphill for about 5 minutes. Please refrain from parking in front of the azalea garden as it will interfere with the passage of residents Car If you have a disability, please get off Car near the azalea garden and park your Car Car at the parking lot Car.
・ Toilet Car parking lot and There are vending machines.
・In the park, you can learn more about the history of Momosuke Bridge and its builder, Momosuke Fukuzawa, and the Fukuzawa Momosuke Memorial Hall and the Mountain History Museum.
・ Regarding the flowering status, please refer to the Home page of the Nagiso Tourism Association.

Enjoy ✨ the sight of bright purple flowers blooming all over the park

Photographed 12/15/24.
It is Hanachozu of Naritasan Kawagoe Betsuin.

Photographed 12/15/24.
It is a limited time Hanachozu of Kawagoe Kumano Shrine.
For the first time in a long time, yellowtail attended the festival of the Zenarai Benten Itsukushima Shrine.

Photographed 12/11/24.
This is Hanatetsu's Hanachozu.

Photographed 12/9/24.
It is Town Hanachozu of Naka Information Center sightseeing.

Photographed 12/9/24.
It is Hanachozu of Naritasan Kawagoe Betsuin.

Photographed on 12/1/24.
This is Hanatetsu's Hanachozu.
The KAWAGOE COFFEE FESTIVAL was held in at Renjoji Temple. Next year, I decided to buy a ticket and participate in the race. 😊

Shot on 12/1
The Autumn leaves of Atami Ume Plum Garden are in Best time to visit!

There are about 380 Maple tree trees in the park, Restrooms available it is said Squid be the "slowest Autumn leaves in Japan" because it changes color from late November to December every year in a warm climate.
Early blooming Ume plums have already begun to bloom from mid-October, so it is unique to Atami to search for Ume plums while Appreciation of the Autumn leaves.
Implementation during the Momiji Festival, Annual event Footbath, Momiji Festival Photo Contest in Atami Ume Plum Garden, and "Momiji Light up" are held.

Held in/2024/11/16~12/8
Held in time: Light up (every day during the period) 16:30~21:00
Venue: Atami Ume Plum Garden (8-11 Baien Town, Atami City, Shizuoka Prefecture)
Phone: 0557-85-2222
Contact: Atami Tourism Association
Access/
■ About 15 minutes by bus from JR Atami Station to "Ainohara Housing Complex" → "Ume Plum Garden Get off
■ About 3 minutes on the Ito Line from Atami Station→ about 10 minutes on foot → Raingu Station Get off
Fee/Free admission

Car parking lot / 100 cars in front of Ume Plum Garden (open only during the held in period)
(Weekdays) 9:00~17:00 (Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays) 8:30~17:00
Regular Car 300 Yen, Motorcycle Car & Rotation Car 100 Yen, Micro 1000 Yen

Yesterday, Thursday, November 28, the blooming of the "Himalayan cherry blossoms" in Shinsui Park was confirmed. (Photo taken on November 29)
Of the two trees, only the one on the sea side has begun to bloom, and only the top part. The other buds are also swelling, so it seems that they will bloom one after another.

This cherry blossom is a rare variety that blooms every year in late November ~ December, and blooms beautiful pale pink flowers.
In Atami City, parent trees There is a the slopes near Atami High School, and young trees are scattered in Shinsui Park, Tsukimigaoka Park, Sakura no Famous landmarks Trail, Nagahama Seaside Park, etc.
In August 1967 (Showa 42), when former King Birendra (then Crown Prince) of Nepal, who was studying at the University of Tokyo, visited Ito City, the Association of Friends of Atami Plants presented Atami cherry blossoms and Ume Plum seeds. In return, the seeds of "Himalayan cherry" given by Nepal in May of the following year 43 were sown and grown at a municipal farm in Shimotaga, Atami City in July of the same year.
Under the cold sky, the dainty blooming cherry blossoms are very beautiful.

【Himalayan cherry blossoms】
A deciduous tree that grows in temperate to temperate zones near the Himalayas.
The flowers bloom in November ~ December and are crimson, the petals are 8 ~ 13 mm long, and there is a lot of nectar.
Scientific name: Prunus cerasoides
Family name / Rosaceae Genus name / Prunus genus Place of origin / Nepal
Number of bottles (as of November 2019): 49 in total
　・ Sloping land near Atami High School (1 parent tree): Kamitaga, Atami City
　・Tsukimigaoka Park (1): Shimotaga, Atami City
　・ Shinsui Park (2 parks): Next to the first Car parking lot of Shinsui Park Nagisa Towns, Atami City
　・Beside the Taga junior high school gymnasium (2): Shimotaga, Atami City
　・ Sakura Famous landmarks walking path (14 lines): Kamitaga, Atami City
　・Nagahama Seaside Park (29): Kamitaga, Atami City
Inquiries: Atami City Parks and Green Space Division Phone 0557-86-6218

At Atami Ume Plum Garden, the Autumn leaves will soon be Best time to visit, and the Early Blooming Ume Plum have begun to bloom since October, so now you can see Autumn leaves, Ume Plum, and cherry blossoms in Atami Period.