Photographed on April 9, 25. It is the honorary cherry blossom of the Shingashi River behind the Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. A flower raft was made.

Today, the terraced rice fields of Otoyo Town are filled with water, and the blue sky, clouds, and sunsets are reflected like mirrors. This place, where the traditional farming village life still lives, is the original scenery of Japan. Leave the hustle and bustle of the city and go on a journey that quietly fills your heart. Please visit the special scenery only at this time of year!

Good morning! 🌞 Continued this time! Introducing 😍 "Furosen" from the Kominka inn "Setouchi Kominka Stays Hiroshima" in Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture "Furosen" is located in Kamitani-cho, Shobara City, where terraced rice fields and private houses are hard. It stands at the top of the rice terraces at the innermost part of the valley, where the legend of an immortal hermit once lived, and only the majestic greenery and the voices of birds echo in the valley away from the hustle and bustle. A foggy early morning, a deep blue sunset, and a night filled with the moon and stars. The beauty of the valley in each season brings deep healing. The spacious 200-square-Rice Inside the Facility built on a vast site has a neat décor based on white. Forget about the valley scenery on the garden chairs in the front yard where you can enjoy BBQ, or relax in the living room where you can relax freely on the sofa at Yogibo or on the porch that connects to the view. At night, it is also a pleasure to soak your body in the large indoor bath or the open-air Goemon bath under the starry sky. It is an inn where you can fully enjoy the beauty of the mountain village that can only be understood by staying there. There are many places to enjoy such as leisure facilities, restaurants and cafes in about 30 minutes by car! You can go to Izumo and Onomichi in one hour, so you can enjoy it flexibly according to your mood and weather. facilitiesCooking utensils / tableware / basic seasoning / refrigerator / microwave oven / toaster / stove / kettle / water dispenser / audio speaker / Shampoo / Conditioner / Body Soap / facial cleansing foam / shaving foam / body towel / brush / hair dryer / toothpaste set / Face Towel / bath towel / shaving / Cotton Swabs / makeup Water / yukata / slippers / Wi-Fi [Check-in/Check-out] Check-in: 15:00~ Check-out: ~11:00 【Accommodation for children】 ・Elementary school students and older: 4,400 yen/person ・ Preschoolers 2,200 yen / person

Photographed on April 9, 25. It is the honorary cherry blossom of the Shingashi River behind the Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. In the raft, the boatman was practicing.

"Battle of Kawanakajima Digital Stamp Rally Vol. 3" will be held in! 【Held in】5/15~11/24 Collect Stamps at checkpoints in Nagano City and get Premiums! For details, please see the Home page of Nagano Tourism Convention Bureau!

Continuing from the previous post, this time! Introducing ✨ "Kozako Mori" from the Kominka inn "Setouchi Kominka Stays Hiroshima", which is in harmony with the nature of Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture Koya-cho, Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture, a heavy snowfall area where Kozako Forest is located, is a treasure trove of ingredients that produce ingredients suitable for climates with temperature differences (Koya apples, Rice, Yukimuro products, etc.). When purchasing ingredients from Koyacho, please stop by "Roadside Station Takano". About 12 minutes by Car from "Roadside Station Takano". In the spacious and serene Rural Scenery, as you enter the path that you might inadvertently overlook, you will see "Kozako Forest" surrounded by quiet forests. At first glance, the 150-year-old exterior looks like a typical kominka. However, once you step into the Inside the Facility, it transforms into a glamping space with the latest design. There is a full-glass earthen living room that integrates the room with the surrounding forest, a state-of-the-art bioethanol fire pit, a large projector, and more. Accommodation full of playfulness where you can enjoy Nature in front of you and time with friends with comfortable state-of-the-art equipment. Families, groups, two. Accommodation with your dog is also possible (small and medium-sized dogs only). Fun a Healing and lively stay surrounded by quiet Nature away from the hustle and bustle. 【With facilities】 Cooking utensils / Tableware / Basic seasonings / Refrigerator / Microwave oven / Toaster / Stove / Kettle / Water dispenser Shampoo / Conditioner / Body Soap / Facial cleansing foam / Shaving foam / Body towel / Brush / Hair dryer / Toothbrush set / Face Towel / Bath towel / Shaving / Cotton Swabs / Makeup Water / Yukata / Slippers / Wi-Fi available / Large projector with Android TV function [Check-in/Check-out] Check-in 15:00~ Check-out~11:00 【Accommodation for children】 ・Elementary school students and older: 4,400 yen/person ・ Preschoolers 2,200 yen / person 【Pet Accommodation Allowed】 ・Only small and medium-sized dogs can be accepted (up to 20 kg in weight) ・ Separate Fee is required (1st dog: 3,300 yen / 2nd and subsequent cats need to be consulted) ・ Acceptance conditions: Toilet training / vaccination / being able to stay home ・ Not possible during estrus ・ Only gauges are prepared at the inn. Bring your own toilet supplies, tableware, leashes, sheets, etc. ・ Please spend time with your dog in the dirt floor living space in the building. ・ Please check the Accommodation Agreement regarding pets at the time of reservation reception and come after agreeing.

Photographed on April 9, 25. It is the honorary cherry blossom of the Shingashi River behind the Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. In front of the Hikawa Kaikan, a flower raft was made.

Photographed on April 9, 25. It is the honorary cherry blossom of the Shingashi River behind the Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. A flower raft was made.

Photographed on April 9, 25. It is the honorary cherry blossom of the Shingashi River behind the Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. A flower raft was made.

Photographed on April 9, 25. It is the honorary cherry blossom of the Shingashi River behind the Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. A flower raft was made.

Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture, where many kominka houses remain in Japan. Among them, among the three Kominka inns in harmony with Nature, this time we will introduce "Chojaya" from "Setouchi Kominka Stays Hiroshima". "Chojaya" is a breathtakingly beautiful building that has kept its store name in this area for 250 years. The vast 200 square Rice meters of space has been transformed into a luxurious kominka Hotel with the comfort of modern guests who can easily stay with peace of mind, while retaining the dignity of the times. "Chojaya" is located in Hiwa-cho, Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture, and Hiwa-cho is a beautiful Satoyama that is used for tourist posters. In autumn, you can see the golden rice terraces. Modern comforts are offered in large designed bathrooms, Western-style rooms and kitchen islands. Enjoy cooking and meals with your own ingredients. We have basic seasonings, cooking utensils, tableware, etc.! 【Address】 〒727-0311 Hiroshima Prefecture Shobara City Hiwa-cho Mikawachi 1528 【Access】 40 minutes by Car from the Chugoku Expressway/Shobara IC exit 35 minutes by Car from JR Geibi Line / Bingo Shobara Station 110 minutes by Car from Hiroshima airport 115 minutes by Car from Hiroshima Station [Check-in/Check-out] Check-in: 15:00~ Check-out: ~11:00 ◎ Accommodation is also available for children ・Elementary school students and older: 4,400 yen/person ・ Preschoolers 2,200 yen / person

"Toshio Suzuki and Yellowtail Exhibition" Zenkoji Temple Limited Held in Commemorative Goods are now on sale at Zenkoji Temple Gift Shop! When you come to "Toshio Suzuki and the yellowtail Exhibition", be sure to stop by Zenko Temple!

Photographed on April 9, 25. It is the honorary cherry blossom of the Shingashi River behind the Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine.

Photographed on April 8, 25. It is the weeping cherry blossoms of Saiun Temple.

I'm a carp on Taisho Romantic Dream Street. 🎏

It is a Carp streamer of Kawagoe Hachimangu. 🎏 Today is Children's Day.

Photographed 5/1/25. CAFE ANDON's Iced Cafe Latte and Lemon and Poppy Seed Shortcake. 🍋 The acidity of the lemon and the iced café latte go well together. 😊

Photographed 5/1/25. This is a hot sandwich set of avocado shrimp from CAFE ANDON. I am well taken care of. 😊

Photographed 5/1/25. After the Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine Monthly Festival, I relaxed at the Starbucks Bell Ring Street store. It's a cappuccino cinnamon roll. Cinnamon rolls have gotten bigger, haven't they? 😊

Photographed 5/1/25. It is a one-year cheap sea bream lottery of Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. The green one-year sea bream lottery is called Tokiwagi.

The only outdoor activities in Hiroshima Prefecture!? 😲 GW let's enjoy "Shobara Satoyama Rafting" with fresh greenery! !! ✊ Rafting is a thrilling activities that takes you down the torrent of a river in a rubber boat! It is no exaggeration to say that it is the only Rafting experience in Hiroshima Prefecture (according to our research) can be experienced here in Shobara City. Groups, families, friends, lovers, and single people are also welcome 💕 to participate In addition to the high season in July and August, we also recommend ✨ June when there is a lot of water We look forward to your reservation in May! GW is also accepting ✨ reservations For details, search 🔍 "Shobara Satoyama Rafting" =Shobara Satoyama Rafting Information============= 【Experience name】Shobara Satoyama Rafting 【Summary】Rafting Implementation on the Saijo River in Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture is held every year during the period of mid-April ~ October! Subject ages are 7~70 years old. An instructor will accompany you, so even beginners can rest assured. Using a special paddle, you will work together to row a boat down the river. The total length of the course is about 3.5 km. There are rapids and rocky areas along the way, so it's thrilling! Rafting, where you can enjoy the beautiful nature of Shobara with your five senses, is a remarkable water activities. 【Meeting Place】 Sweetfish no Sato Park Boat Depot (〒727-0114 1641-1 Nagata, Kuchiwa-cho, Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture) 【Held in date】 Saturday, April 26, 2025 ~ Friday, October 31, 2025 (1) Morning session 9:30~ (2) Afternoon session 13:30~ 【Fee】 ◎ Individual plan 1 Adult 6,000 yen (tax included) Children (junior high school students and younger) 1 person 4,000 yen 🌟 In high season, each is 500 yen more! ◎ Charter plan 1 group (same fee for up to 6 people) Participation fee: 30,000 yen (tax included) [Included in the participation fee] Guide fee, insurance fee, set of equipment, sweetfish no sato Hot spring bathing fee 【Conditions】 ◎Subject age: 7~70 years old ◎ Length: 110cm or more ◎ Number of participants: 2 or more people 【Experience stream】 (1) Change of clothes (10 minutes) (2) Safety briefing (10 minutes) (3) Move to the starting point (15 minutes) (4) Explanation of how to ride and row (15 minutes) (5) Start of Rafting Experience (120 minutes) (6) Shooting at the finish line (7) Change of clothes and dismissal (10 minutes) When you're done, click Relax your body in the Hot spring of "Sweetfish no Sato Park Takase no Yu"! ♨ 【Held in】 It may be canceled due to weather conditions and river conditions. 【What you need to prepare】 Water suits, T-shirts, change of clothes, towels, shoes that can play in the water (water shoes are rented separately) * Flip-flops are not allowed * Please be sure to check the travel conditions, handling of personal Information, and cancellation fees before applying. ========================== Let's make fun outdoor memories in Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture! 🎶 Please give it a try!

Golden Week is a magnificent mountain range, a sea of clouds, Why don't you spend a luxurious time in a perfect location with a beautiful starry sky? Yutorist Park Otoyo will be open open all year during GW! 🎉 and cottages, log House, camping, RV parks, you can Accommodation in favorite style. In addition, the restaurant café is also open! Take-out is also available, so enjoy coffee and dessert while looking at the ☕️ scenery < business hours > 10 a.m. ~ 5 p.m. (restaurant open from 11 a.m. ~ 4 p.m.) < check-in > Campsite / Log House: 14 o'clock ~ Cottage: from 3 p.m. Please check the reservation site for reservations and details! We look forward to seeing you there.

Photographed 5/1/25. This is the Ai sea bream lottery of Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. It is a bright green color like a young leaf, and it is said that it is called "moeki".

Take a walk near the inn where you are on a business trip at dusk. Descend to the dimly lit shrine Brightly colored fabrics. It was a comfortable space of silence and relief Echizen City, Fukui Prefecture Soja Daijingu Shrine

NICE TO MEET EVERYONE WHO WATCHES COOL JAPAN VIDEOS! It is the Tourism Development Association of Otoyo Town, Nagaoka District, Kochi Prefecture. Otoyo Town is located in the central part of Shikoku, north of Kochi Prefecture, and is a mountainous area surrounded by the rich nature of the Shikoku Mountains. With this Account, we will deliver the charm of Otoyo Town to everyone. Thank you very much! ■How to Access to Otoyo Town, Nagaoka District, Kochi Prefecture The Otoyo is located just a short distance from Kochi Expressway Otoyo Interchange, There is a it is very convenient to Access in Car. Use Osugi Station and Otaguchi Station on the JR Dosan Line are also available, and it takes about 30 minutes from Kochi City. 【Access by plane】 ・From all over Japan to Kochi Ryoma Airport ・From Tokyo (Haneda): Approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes ・From Tokyo (Narita): Approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes ・About 55 minutes from Nagoya (Chubu) ・About 1 hour from Nagoya (Komaki) ・ About 45 minutes from Osaka (Itami) ・About 45 minutes from Kobe ・About 50 minutes from Fukuoka 【Time required to JR Osugi Station (approximate)】 ・ About 2 hours from Tokushima Station ・From Takamatsu Station: Approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes ・ About 2 hours from Okayama Station ・From Tokyo: Approximately 5 hours and 15 minutes ・From Shin-Osaka: Approximately 2 hours and 50 minutes ・From Hiroshima: Approximately 2 hours 35 minutes ・From Hakata: Approximately 3 hours and 40 minutes ・From Kagoshima: Approximately 5 hours and 10 minutes ・About 30 minutes from Kochi Station 【Access by Car to Otoyo Interchange】 ・From Nagoya IC: Approximately 5 hours and 30 minutes ・From Suita IC in China: Approximately 3 hours and 35 minutes ・From Okayama IC: Approximately 1 hour and 25 minutes ・From Hiroshima IC: Approximately 2 hours and 50 minutes ・ About 6 hours from Fukuoka IC ・From Tokushima IC: Approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes ・ About 1 hour from Takamatsu Chuo IC ・From Matsuyama IC: Approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes ・ About 25 minutes from Kochi IC ■Basic Information of Otoyo Town, Nagaoka District, Kochi Prefecture The population of Otoyo is about 2,900 (as of April 2025), and about 90% of the town is made up of mountain forests, and the Yoshino River that stream the In the town, the beautiful Valleys and the scenery of terraced rice fields make it a town where visitors can feel the Healing and Impression, and the tranquility and the change of the seasons away from the hustle and bustle of the city. ■History of Otoyo Town, Nagaoka District, Kochi Prefecture Otoyo Town has prospered as an important place for transportation since ancient times. In particular, the Toyonaga and Otaguchi districts were crowded with people and Supplies as Post Towns of the Tosa Domain during the Edo period. Buraku Temple Yakushido, founded in 724, and many other spots where you can feel the taste of history. In 1955, "Higashi-Toyonaga Village", "Nishi-Toyonaga Village", "Osugi Village", and "Amatsubo Village" merged to form "Otoyo Village", and the town was named after the "Dai" of Large cedar and the "Toyo" of Toyonaga. ■Recommended Sightseeing spots in Otoyo Town, Nagaoka District, Kochi Prefecture ・Japanese cedar Great Cedar Tree Special Natural Monument of the country. With a circumference of 13.5 m and a height of 56 m, it is one of the largest giant trees in Japan, boasting an estimated age of 3,000 years, and is a symbol of Otoyo Town. There is also a Song Monument of singer Hibari Hibari Misora, and it is a popular Spot for fans. ・Buraku Temple Yakushido The Heian period architecture remains intact, and it is the only national treasure building in Kochi Prefecture. The hall, tucked away in the mountains, calms the hearts of those who visit. ・Kajika Forest Elevation Mountain Climbing Spot of 1,400 m. And Kajika Forest, a mountain villa at the 8th station, has an astronomical observatory and is popular for stargazing, camping, and trekking. ・Yone rice terraces Beautiful terraced rice fields that can be said to be the original scenery of Japan. The Water in Spring, the golden Rice Ears in autumn, and the superb scenery of the Four Seasons Unfolds. ・Yutorist Park Otoyo Spot where you can enjoy Barbecue and camping in Nature. It is also recommended for families and groups. ■Introduction to Roadside Stations in Otoyo Town, Nagaoka District, Kochi Prefecture The "Roadside Station Osugi" is very close to the Japanese cedar Great Cedar Tree, There is a is a convenient resting Spot where you can get Local Specialty products and Tourist Information. Goishicha tea, ginburo beans, and other items unique to Otoyo Town are also available. ■ Gourmet and specialty products introduced at a roadside station in Otoyo Town, Nagaoka District, Kochi Prefecture 【Gourmet】 ・Tachikawa Soba Hand-made Country Soba with a high aroma of 100% Soba flour. You can taste it at Meals or Roadside Station in the In the town. ・Konchin A simple local sweets that makes use of the flavor of burdock. It is a nostalgic taste of home. 【Specialty products】 ・Goishicha tea Tea made by completely fermenting tea leaves. Ands has a unique sour taste and aroma, and it is also attracting the attention of health-conscious people. ・Ginburo beans A rare bean that is said to be a symbol of longevity. It is processed into boiled beans and Japanese sweets, and is perfect as a souvenir. ・Yuzu products Ponzu sauce and jam made with yuzu harvested in Otoyo Town are popular. It is also popular as a thank-you gift for Furusato Nozei tax payment. ■Events and festivals in Otoyo Town, Nagaoka District, Kochi Prefecture ・Adonis Flower Festival 【Held in period: mid-February to early March】 It is festival to be Held in at the time when the town flower "Adonis Ramosa Flower" reaches its Best time to visit. You can enjoy a leisurely stroll through the flowery village. ・Otaguchi Yakushi Summer Festival, Noryo Fireworks Display 【Held in: August 19】 In addition to a variety of programs such as accordion playing, hula dancing, and Yosakoi Naruko Dance, the summer night will be colored by a fireworks festival. ・Segaki Lantern Floating 【Held in: August】 The shape varies from region to region, but it is a fantastic Buddhist event in which bamboo is erected in the center of a boat-shaped lantern and 200~300 lanterns are lit around it. ■To Otoyo Town, where Nature and culture come to life Spring flowers, summer starry sky, autumn rice terraces, winter game dishes. Otoyo, where Nature and history and culture fuse, is an ideal destination where you can refresh your mind and body. Please come and look for the scenery and experiences that can only be encountered here. We will continue to Broadcasting the charm of Otoyo Town, so please follow us!

✨🍴 Hiroshima Prefecture New Store Gourmet Information 🍴✨ Spring 2025, a new relaxing kominka café has opened 😍 in Hiroshima Prefecture Shobara City Its name is "Tsuchinoko House". The owner, Yuki Watanabe, together with her husband and local friends, spent one year renovating the kominka house and opened it for the long-awaited opening. The 110-year-old Kominka house, built in the 5th year of the Taisho era, blends in with the landscape of Shobara. The recommended menu is homemade ramen from "Tsuchinoko House" (750 yen for a single item / 900 yen with coffee). A soy sauce-based soup with a nostalgic richness that is appreciated by men and women of all ages. The handmade char siu is also easy to eat. The person in charge of cooking is her husband, Ippei. This homemade ramen was born based on my experience working at a restaurant in the past. In addition, the daily set meal (1,000 yen / with coffee + 200 yen), which is limited to 10 meals a day, is also popular. In the future, we plan to incorporate leeks and eggs from Shobara and use vegetables grown in the kitchen garden. From now on, they are planning to Maintenance a bath, Sauna, Accommodation, BBQ, and karaoke space in the premises! 😍 Don't ✨ miss out on what's to come For more detailed Information on "Tsuchinoko House", Hiroshima Prefecture Shobara City Tourist Information Site "Shobara Tourism Navi" Home Page ✅

Today, I attended the Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine Monthly Festival. The azaleas in front of the hall were very beautiful. 🌺

Ohori Park Tombi dancing in the blue sky

Underwater Torii (shrine gate) gate in Tara Town I took it at twilight! The contrast of red, blue, and yellow is a nice match

In search of cherry blossoms, I went to Kairakuen Garden in Water City, Ibaraki Prefecture. What I found there was the beauty of a gorgeous garden.